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Bull show judge Bob Switzer, from Aneroid, Sask., looks over a group of Charolais Bulls at the 93rd Annual Pride of the Prairies Bull Show and Sale in Lloydminster on March 3. This year there were nearly 200 entries. Producers from Alberta and Saskatchewan showed their livestock March 4 in preparation for the sale, which took place March 5. We’ll have more coverage in next week’s issue. | JUSTINA CONTENTI PHOTO

WHEAT | MARKETING

CWB, Cargill ink historic agreement Preparing for the future | Canadian Wheat Board expects first farmer contracts will be signed by the end of the month SASKATOON NEWSROOM

The Canadian Wheat Board has signed an historic deal — its first commercial grain handling agreement with a major corporate player. The CWB reached the agreement with Cargill, which has 30 country elevators in Western Canada and port facilities in Vancouver, Thunder Bay and Baie Comeau, Que. The company also has a partial interest in a terminal facility in Prince Rupert, B.C. ,and is a joint owner of Prairie Malt in Biggar, Sask. CWB president Ian White said it is an important first step that will clear the way for the formal rollout of new programs and post single-desk contracts. The CWB will continue to seek similar agreements with other grain handlers in hopes of improving delivery

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options for growers, he added. “From our perspective, it (the Cargill agreement) is an important landmark … and now we’re obviously on to doing the same sorts of agreements with other companies.” White said the CWB’s first farmer contracts are likely to be signed before the end of March. “It’s probably going to be in the next couple of weeks,” he said.

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Cargill is the third largest grain handler in Western Canada behind Viterra and Richardson Pioneer, which rank first and second, respectively. Cargill’s total storage capacity at primary elevators on the Prairies is estimated at 665,000 tonnes, based on Canadian Grain Commission statistics. That includes 30 primary elevators across the Prairies. By comparison, Viterra’s capacity is 1.98 million tonnes at 92 primary elevators across the West. Richardson has 53 primary elevators in the West with total capacity of 936,000 tonnes. Cargill also controls 176,000 tonnes of terminal capacity at Thunder Bay and 237,000 tonnes of capacity at Vancouver. Cargill vice-president Peter Rowe said the new agreement means Cargill will offer the CWB’s complete portfolio of contracts to farmers.

He said it is still unclear how that volume will be affected in an open market environment. “We’ve talked to a lot of our farmer customers and they indicated they were very interested in doing business still with the wheat board in some form or fashion, so we have to respond to that need.” Critics of the federal government’s move to eliminate the wheat board’s sales monopoly on wheat, malt barley and export barley have suggested that grain handling companies would have no reason to sign agreements with a competing grain handler such as the CWB. In a news release issued last week, federal agriculture minister Gerry Ritz said the agreement with Cargill suggests otherwise. access=subscriber section=news,crops,markets

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CWB, Cargill sign deal “The CWB’s first grain handling agreement is further proof that the CWB can be a viable and competitive marketing option for farmers,” Ritz said. Meanwhile, White confirmed last week that the wheat board will be using the abbreviated version of its name, CWB, in the future . “We are still the Canadian Wheat Board, that’s the name that we’re given by the act of Parliament … but

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we’re going into a new era now and there’s not going to be board and non-board grains any more,” White said. “We still think there’s a lot of value in the name and a lot of people have been calling us the CWB anyway, so we just thought the thing to do was to continue with that branding and draw a bit of a distinction between the future and the past.”

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Federal gov’t to cut $186M from Ag Canada budget BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

The federal government is projecting budget cuts of $186 million at Agriculture Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency in the fiscal year beginning April 1. It would be almost a five percent reduction in spending at the department and agency. In spending estimates tabled in Parliament last week, the government projected cuts in business risk management spending, the frequency of meat inspection for listeria contamination and export market development and on-farm environmental program funding. The projected spending cuts include assumptions of savings in business risk management funding because of strong commodity prices but also reductions in AgriFlexibility funding to transfer more money into science, innovation and adaptation programs. The projected Agriculture Canada budget cuts, which can be supplemented as needs arise throughout the year, coincide with the deficitcutting target set by treasury board president Tony Clement for each government department. The department made no official connection between projected spending cuts and government deficit-reduction targets of at least five percent in each department. However, overall projections of gov-

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ernment spending do not come close to the deficit-reduction goal. More news of government cutbacks are expected March 29 when finance minister Jim Flaherty presents his 2012 budget in the House of Commons. Opposition agriculture critics expect more cuts then, as well as details in May when departments table their “priorities and planning” reports for the next fiscal year. “I absolutely see this as where the budget is heading, so stay tuned,” NDP critic Malcolm Allen said. “I think we will see cuts that directly affect farmers and food safety programs.” He noted the decision to cut a $28.7 million program set up several years ago to help meat packers deal with higher costs because of specified risk material disposal rules, as well as a $30 million cut that will end increased meat inspection that was started following the 2008 listeria outbreak that killed 24 Canadians and sickened hundreds more. Part of the funding for increased inspection was aimed at keeping the U.S. market open by accepting an American demand for increased inspection of meat heading south. “I’m not sure how they plan to sunset that increased inspection because it’s an export program in part, and the Americans have not withdrawn their requirement that it be inspected heading out of the country,” said Allen.

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U.S. farm bill is waiting for legislators to decide on a budget cutting number. 4 DRYING AT NIGHT: A recent recommendation to dry grain only at night receives a firm rebuttal. 5 KINSMEN TELEMIRACLE: A $1.4 million bequest from a Saskatchewan rancher helps Telemiracle set a record. 15 VARIABLE RATE: A researcher urges caution when considering variable rate fertilizer technology. 24

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differ on how much soil sampling is needed for precision agriculture. 25 BANFF BISON: A proposal to introduce bison to Banff National Park is raising questions from neighbours. 31 LLAMA FUTURE: A drastic drop in membership has Llama Canada worried about the industry’s future. 40 HIGH-END HOT DOG: A Vancouver restaurant owner goes upscale with a $100 hot dog. 41

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A story that appeared on pages 1 and 2 of the March 1 issue contained incorrect information. CDC Buteo Canadian Western Red Winter wheat will not be downgraded but its classification will be changed along with all wheats in the Select classification. Select is being dropped from all grade descriptions of CWRW wheat. In the future CWRW wheat will be graded as No. 1, No. 2, or No. 3. Buteo will remain in the graded classes. Varieties that did not meet the milling quality requirments for Select will now be assigned to the General Purpose class. An incorrect photo ran on page 6 of the March 1 edition accompanying a story on canola demand. The facility pictured is not a canola crushing plant.

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RESEARCH | CEREALS

CIGI seeking move to new home Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority puts in bid to move CIGI to Saskatchewan BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

An invitation to move the Canadian International Grains Institute to Saskatoon from Winnipeg has stirred debate. CIGI spokesperson Rex Newkirk confirms that the organization will move, but it may be only from downtown to another Winnipeg location. “We’re just out of space,” the director of research and business development said in an interview. “We’re quite constrained by our space so we do need to go somewhere at some point.” The Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority has suggested CIGI look at the agricultural companies and organizations already in Saskatoon and consider how it might fit. Chief executive officer Tim LeClair said the association did not approach CIGI with open chequebook. “We’re not actively trying to take things out of Winnipeg,” he said. “There was no offer.” Instead, he said the SREDA invited CIGI to consider its future in the next two to four years. Staying in Winnipeg would be a foregone conclusion if a long-promised centre of excellence in grains research had been established at the University of Manitoba, Newkirk said. The cereal research centre at the university is in poor condition, he said. Replacing it or upgrading it to a centre of excellence is necessary. Then, having various organizations working for grain farmers together in one location would make sense. CIGI’s 35 employees occupy four floors in the Canadian Grain Commission building, within walking distance of major grain company offices. In the past 40 years, about 35,000 people from 115 countries have attended courses at the offices, learning how to use Canadian grain in their own products. Newkirk said being so close to the grain trade has allowed CIGI to draw upon the expertise of others and create the demand for its training programs. “We’re just hopping right now,” he said. But with the centre of excellence still not in sight, CIGI is considering options. The Manitoba government has told Ottawa that the centre is a top priority, Newkirk said, but fiscal concerns present a challenge. He said Saskatoon has good things going for it such as the agriculture college at the university, Innovation Place research centre and the university’s crop development centre. Another possibility is establishing smaller microlabs at other locations. CIGI does a lot of work for Ontario farmers and a site in that province might be logical. Funding from the Canadian Wheat Board stops April 1 but a temporary levy starts in August. access=subscriber section=news,crops,markets

Taylor McTavish, a volunteer with Agriculture in the Classroom — Manitoba, helps students at New Era School in Brandon crush canola seeds into oil. The activity was part of Ag Literacy Week, which occurred at more than 400 schools throughout Canada from Feb. 27 to March 2. | ROBERT ARNASON PHOTO

HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE | COMMODITY CLASSIC | WEATHER SYSTEMS

Is El Nino on the way? The Commodity Classic is a gathering of the largest and most influential commodity based farm groups in the United States. Issues in the spotlight there often have wide-reaching implications for world markets and Canadian farmers. Western Producer reporter Sean Pratt attended the event held March 1-3 in Nashville, Tenn., and filed this report. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A dramatic change in weather patterns will likely result in a dry spring and summer for the Canadian Prairies and the northwestern U.S. corn belt, says a leading weather expert. There are strong indications the world is doing a quick somersault from two years of La Nina to an El Nino weather event, which is bad news for western Canadian farmers. “The majority of the Prairies could be facing a real moisture deficit,” said Bryce Anderson, senior meteorologist with DTN. El Nino is characterized by the warming of the eastern Pacific Ocean, and there is clear evidence that is starting to happen. Water temperatures in that region of the Pacific increased 1.1 C in February. “That’s a huge area and a huge (temperature) change in just a very short period of time,” Anderson told the 2012 Commodity Classic conference in Nashville last week. “It’s almost like there was just a giant hot water faucet that got turned on out in the Pacific.” Measurements of the Southern Oscillation Index indicate that La Nina is starting to fade at the same time that an El Nino event appears to be building. Anderson said a quick switch to an El Nino event has happened six out of the 10 times there has been two consecutive years of La Nina-influenced weather, so the odds are good that is exactly what is happening. And it will

This satellite image shows a severe weather system that moved through the U.S. Midwest on March 2. Meteorologists think an El Nino system will hit North America this spring, bringing unstable weather and drought. | NASA PHOTO

likely be in full force by late spring. El Nino springs tend to be dry in the western U.S. corn belt and wet in the eastern corn belt. Growers are already dealing with excess moisture in the east so there could be field work delays in that region. Anderson anticipates warm conditions for the remainder of March from the central United States through the Canadian Prairies with temperatures 3 to 3.5 C above normal. Summer will bring dry conditions to the Canadian Prairies, the northwestern U.S. corn belt and the southern Plains and near normal precipitation in the eastern corn belt. He said it reminds him of 1976 when

grain yields were above normal in Illinois, Indiana and Ohio but well below normal in Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota and South Dakota. “That was a real have and have not year when it came to rainfall and when it came to production,” said Anderson. Production in North and South Dakota fell 30 and 35 percent below normal, respectively. The latest U.S. drought maps show 57 percent of the country is experiencing some phase of drought, including developing droughts in the Dakotas. It’s no better north of the border, where many farmers in Western Canada have experienced a

record dry winter. That is not a good way to head into what appears to be a dry spring and summer. Anderson anticipates the production problems in the western corn belt will outweigh the good crops in the east. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting an average U.S. corn yield of 164 bushels per acre, up from last year’s 147 bu. “I think that’s a stretch. I really do,” said Anderson. Anderson provided a quick roundup of weather conditions in other key grain producing and exporting regions: • The Mato Grosso area of Brazil has good soil moisture conditions. There has actually been too much rain, which is hampering harvest and causing rust in the soybean crop. • Soil moisture is much improved in Argentina, which is benefiting the soybean crop. • There is talk about a big increase in Ukraine’s corn acres. Conditions are favourable in the central and eastern portion of the country, but Anderson reminded farmers that was also the case in February 2010, a year when crops later withered in drought. • China has good soil moisture in its central and eastern portions. • Central Europe is faring well, but soil moisture has been depleted in Spain and the dry conditions are creeping north into France, which is a major producer of grain. “That’s kind of worrisome,” said Anderson. access=subscriber section=news,crops,markets

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Officials, producers eye new U.S. farm bill Cuts are coming | With billions on the chopping block, farmers try to protect crop insurance programs The Commodity Classic is a gathering of the largest and most influential commodity based farm groups in the United States. Issues in the spotlight there often have wide-reaching implications for world markets and Canadian farmers. Western Producer reporter Sean Pratt attended the event held March 1-3 in Nashville, Tenn., and filed these reports. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The U.S. agriculture secretary has one overwhelming priority for 2012. “We need a farm bill and we need it now,” Tom Vilsack told some of the 6,000 people gathered for the 2012 Commodity Classic conference in Nashville. American farm groups are bracing for deep cuts to their subsidies. The old farm bill will likely continue if Congress can’t agree on a new one this year, but Vilsack told reporters that’s not a preferable option. He anticipates budgets will be even tighter in 2013 than they are in 2012. “Kicking the can down the road does not make it any easier,” he said. American commodity groups share Vilsack’s sense of urgency for getting a new subsidy program in place by Dec. 31. A new deal would provide certainty that a short-tem extension cannot. “The one thing we all have in common is we want to see a farm bill in 2012,” said Garry Niemeyer, president of the National Corn Growers Association. However, legislators need to know how much money they’re working with before they can craft a new bill, and that has been a moving target. Leaders of the U.S. House and Senate agriculture committees drafted a farm bill in November that would have cut spending by $23 billion US over the next 10 years, including $5 billion in direct payments to American farmers. The bill was included as part of a broader $1.5 trillion debt cutting pro-

Tom Vilsack, U.S. secretary of agriculture speaks to 6,000 farmers attending the annual Commodity Classic event. He discussed the American farm bill, the Conservation Reserve Program and other issues facing American farmers. | MICHAEL RAINE PHOTO posal, but Congress couldn’t come to agreement on the legislation. Since then, there has been a proposal by the chair of the House budget committee to reduce farm spending by $48 billion over 10 years and one by president Barack Obama to cut it by $32 billion. “First we have to have the number and then the discussions can take place,” said Vilsack. The top priority for all of the major commodity groups is to keep the existing federal crop insurance program intact. “We do not want to see them touch

crop insurance at all,” said Bart Schott, chair of the National Corn Growers Association. Obama has proposed removing $8.3 billion from crop insurance, with the deepest cuts coming from the popular 60 to 75 percent coverage category. That doesn’t sit well with Steve Wellman, president of the American Soybean Association (ASA). “Any cut in support for the federal crop insurance program is a potentially crushing one for our industry,” he said. “The American Soybean Association will strongly oppose any cuts to

crop insurance.” The federal crop insurance program has paid out more than $30 billion to farmers over the last three years. Vilsack said 55 million acres of American farmland were struck by natural disaster last year. Commodity groups want a revenue based system to fill in the gaps in the crop insurance program, such as when a grower experiences multiple years of losses in crop production and/or prices. “We’re in a very vulnerable position where that could happen,” said Niemeyer.

There is appetite in Washington to revise or eliminate the renewable fuel standard (RFS), which establishes the federal mandates for ethanol and biodiesel use. Niemeyer said the powerful corn lobby, which represents 300,000 farmers, won’t allow that to happen. “We are going to defend the RFS at all cost,” he said. Ethanol has already lost its tax credit and import tariffs, which kept Brazilian sugar cane ethanol out of the U.S. marketplace. The $1 per gallon biodiesel tax credit expired Dec. 31, and the ASA is pushing to have it retroactively reimplemented. Wellman said there is support in Congress to do that. The ASA would also like the new farm bill to address growing delays in deregulating genetically modified crops and provide more funding for crop research. That is also a pet project for Vilsack. “The one area we cannot afford to reduce our budget, in fact we should be increasing the budget, is in basic research,” he said. He also wants to see an emphasis on programs that support exports. U.S. farmers shipped $137 billion of product to foreign markets in 2011. The agriculture trade surplus has grown to $42 billion from $5 billion five years ago, but so have the obstacles to trade. The U.S. faced 1,500 trade barriers last year compared to 600 10 years ago. He is also concerned about the barriers facing young farmers trying to enter the business. The average age of U.S. farmers is approaching 60 and land prices and rents are so expensive that it is difficult for young people to start farming. Vilsack said tax incentives and changes to the crop insurance program are needed to assist young farmers. FOR MORE FROM THE COMMODITY CLASSIC, SEE PAGES 4, 6-7, 15, 52 AND 60. access=subscriber section=news,news,none

COMMODITY CLASSIC | EXPORTS

North America will lose wheat exporting crown, says USDA Surprising projection | U.S. Wheat Associates president refutes report showing increased market share for Black Sea region NASHVILLE, Tenn. — North America will lose its status as the world’s largest wheat exporting region over the next decade, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In its Agricultural Long-Term Projections report, the department predicts that Canada and the United States will have a 27 percent share of world wheat trade by 2021-22, down from 33 percent in 2010-11. “That one surprised not just us but a lot of people in the trade,” said Alan Tracy, president of U.S. Wheat Associates. By contrast, the Black Sea region’s share will grow to 29 percent from 11 percent over the same time frame. The USDA predicts global wheat demand will rise 19 percent, or 25.5 million tonnes, over the next decade, with the Black Sea region picking up all of the extra business plus a bit

more. Tracy said that is highly unlikely. He doubts that a country like Egypt would rely so heavily on one exporter given that the Russian government has restricted wheat exports in three of the last five years. He also said the Black Sea region faces more uncertain weather than North America, with many years of winterkill and drought. Tracy disagreed with the USDA projection that the European Union will pick up an additional three million tonnes of wheat sales. He said acreage is not expanding there and yields are already high in Western Europe. As well, the EU is increasingly using wheat to make ethanol. However, he does agree with the projection for increasing global demand for the crop. U.S. Wheat

Associates expects a 53 percent, or 70 million tonne, increase in world wheat imports in 20 years. West Africa and the Middle East are expected to account for 51 percent of the increase in world trade. “The fact that there is a growing demand for wheat in the world is good news to both Canadian and U.S. farmers,” Tracy said during an interview at the 2012 Commodity Classic conference. He thinks there will be particularly strong demand for high protein North American spring wheat in markets such as South Asia. “They’re not going to use Black Sea wheat in place of (spring wheat),” he said. Tracy said it is possible that the U.S. share of the growing world wheat market could contract if corn and soybeans continue their westward

march. The largest soybean producing county in the United States is located in North Dakota on the Canadian border. However, he doesn’t fear losing more ground to corn and soybeans because it would mean higher prices for growers who continue to plant wheat. Wheat isn’t the only U.S. crop losing its influence on the world stage. The U.S. will account for less than half of world corn exports for the first time in 2011-12. Shipments are expected to ease to 43.2 million tonnes, or 46 percent of global sales, down from 52 percent last year. “Many factors contribute to the change,” said Rebecca Bratter, vicepresident for international operations with the U.S. Grains Council. Almost every market in the world

has voiced concerns about U.S. corn quality. It is partially a lingering effect of the poor quality 2009 crop but also a genuine concern in tropical markets about the high moisture content of American corn. Also to blame are trade barriers, foreign production, export subsidies and stiff price competition from aggressive competitors in Argentina, Brazil and the Black Sea region. On the soybean front, Brazil is expected to export more than the U.S. for the first time ever in 2011-12. The USDA forecasts 37.8 million tonnes of Brazilian soybean exports compared to 34.7 million tonnes from the U.S. The U.S. Grains Council said its producers are facing a “crisis of competitiveness” that is forcing the U.S. to look to emerging markets to regain its competitive edge. access=subscriber section=news,news,none

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GRAIN | BIN FANS

Expert refutes recent research into grain drying More information needed | PAMI official isn’t ready to rule out daytime drying BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

A grain-drying expert from the Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute says producers shouldn’t dry grain only at night, contrary to research findings from the Indian Head Agricultural Research Foundation. Joy Agnew, project manager of agricultural research services with PAMI in Humboldt, Sask., told the Manitoba Canola Growers Association annual meeting in Brandon that grain growers shouldn’t act on the conclusions of the IHARF research, which found running grain bin fans only at night is much more efficient than operating fans 24 hours a day. “Don’t do anything until there is more definitive results,” said Agnew. “Do not dry only at night.” Ron Palmer, a retired University of Regina professor, reviewed IHARF data on temperature and relative humidity inside grain bins to determine how much moisture left a grain bin, hour by hour, as a fan ran 24 hours per day. Based on his analysis, Palmer determined most of the moisture leaves the bin at night and running the fan during the day can actually put water back into the bin, retarding the drying process. “We’re putting water back in by continuous drying. Pounds and pounds of it,” said Palmer, an electrical engineer who developed autosteering systems for agriculture. He suggested that daytime drying was ineffective because the fan pushes warm and moist daytime air into the bin. The cold grain inside the

bin cools the warm air, transferring the moisture in that warm air to the grain. After analyzing Palmer’s research, Agnew said she had no quarrel with the data. “I have seen their numbers and I agree that they were getting more moisture loss during the evening hours than the daytime hours,” she said. “But I do question their conclusion that it makes more sense to only turn your fans on at night.” The IHARF conclusions are based on studies where grain bin fans ran 24 hours per day. Agnew said she had told IHARF researchers to conduct side-by-side studies, with one fan running 24 hours a day and another running only at night, before releasing their conclusions. She said she won’t accept the dry at night recommendation until IHARF releases results from side by side trials. Nonetheless, she said it is true that nighttime air is drier because cooler air can hold less moisture than warmer air. Therefore, the drier nighttime air could potentially pull more moisture out of the bin. However, Agnew said such a process is contingent on the temperature of the grain inside the bin. “Their theory of more moisture loss at night depends on the grain being warm,” she said. “If you run the fans only at night, you’re not going to have a warm grain mass and you’re not going to see that same kind of more noticeable loss at night.”

Once the grain is in the bin, farmers should keep a close watch on it. If it needs drying, the Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute says farmers shouldn’t limit their drying to night until more definitive results show otherwise. | FILE PHOTO Ron Krahn, a producer from Rivers, Man., who listened to Agnew’s presentation in Brandon, is also concerned about the IHARF research. “It flies completely opposite to anything we’ve ever thought about grain drying,” he said. “I think it has created a lot of producer confusion. I can’t argue with their numbers … but it doesn’t pass the smell test.” IHARF executive manager Danny Petty said the foundation plans to conduct drying trials with fans run-

ning all day compared to fans running at night but is waiting for fundi n g f r o m t h e We s t e r n G r a i n s Research Foundation. Palmer said farmers should run the fan only when the grain temperature is greater than the ambient temperature. “If it is not convenient to measure the temp of the grain and the air, then my recommendation would be to run the fan when it is most likely that the ambient air temp will be less than the grain temp,” which would likely

be at night, he said. Palmer said he hasn’t heard criticism or comments from grain drying experts regarding his findings. As well, he doesn’t consider himself to be an expert in the field. His conclusions are based solely on the IHARF grain drying data. “The data that we collected over four years indicates that drying conditions exist when the grain is warmer than the ambient air, and that is most likely to occur at night,” he said. “That’s what the data says.”

GRAINWORLD | TRUCKING

Premiums will go the way of single desk: grain trader No more parallel system | As grain moves alongside free market commodities, some predict elimination of trucking premiums BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

The golden age of trucking premiums and quality shopping is ending along with the Canadian Wheat Board monopoly, says a senior grain trader. Wheat will begin acting like oats and canola, Keith Bruch of Paterson Globalfoods said during the Grainworld conference. “ They’ll be shopping buyers. They’ll be shopping basis. They won’t be shopping grades,” said Bruch in an interview after a panel discussion about the post-monopoly marketing world. Wheat has long been an odd duck in the prairie farmer’s marketing pond. Trucking premiums were offered on

According to Keith Bruch of Paterson Globalfoods, trucking premiums will be changing now that the Canadian Wheat Board’s monopoly has ended. | FILE PHOTO CWB grain and farmers were often able to get different grades from different elevators for the same grain. Bruch said that’s going to stop happening because wheat will no longer move through a parallel system to non-board commodities. Instead, it will follow the same signals and move by the same dynamics that

affect free market commodities. Companies will fight for farmers’ grain through the basis, but trucking premiums likely won’t exist nor will elevators buy off-grades as better grades on the assumption that they can be blended somewhere down the line. “It will all be reflected in the basis,”

said Bruch. Trucking premiums and quality arbitrage were workarounds that grain companies employed to push grain in a different direction than where it would flow if it was only subject to basis levels. Basis levels in board grain and open market crops were different beasts.

Open market crops have always allowed grain elevators to set basis wherever they wanted to attract or discourage farmer deliveries, but board grains did not allow that because regulations determined what basis levels could be applied. Companies that wanted to make basis levels more attractive to farmers had to get creative, which is what they did with trucking premiums. If an elevator wanted to attract more canola, it could make its basis $10 per tonne better for the farmer. If it wanted to attract more CWB wheat, it could offer a $10 trucking premium and get the same result. Now with those basis restrictions removed, many in the industry think there won’t be any reason for the grain company workarounds.

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Liquidity a major factor in wheat contract success Winnipeg and Minneapolis highlight geography, design BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

Which futures and options contracts should prairie farmers use to hedge spring wheat crops: Chicago, Kansas City, Minneapolis or Winnipeg? Those are the four choices prairie farmers now have, and representatives of three of the four exchanges were in Winnipeg for Grainworld to make their cases for why farmers should use theirs in the post-monopoly marketing environment. “There is a tradeoff between basis specificity and liquidity. We are the liquid contract,” said Tim Andriesen, manager of agricultural commodity products at the CME Group, which ow ns the Chicago futures and options contracts. With that comment, Andriesen summed up the main criticism of the Chicago contract and its greatest strength: the underlying crop it is based upon is soft red winter wheat sold into different markets and delivered to different places than prairie spring wheat. However, trading the contracts is easy because of the liquidity that washes through the Chicago markets. Joe Victor, the business development specialist of the Minneapolis Grain E xchange, defended his exchange’s lower trading volume, and focused on the contract’s tight connection to the type of wheat a n d ma rke t s o n w h i c h p ra i r i e farmers rely. “Liquidity, I don’t think we have a problem with it,” said Victor with understatement, after showing trading statistics with record volumes occurring last year. When it comes to comparing Canadian spring wheat and its markets and delivery zones to the U.S. crop Minneapolis is based upon, Victor said the values closely match. Brad Vannan, president of ICE F u t u r e s C a n a d a’s W i n n i p e g exchange, admitted there was almost no trading in his new futures and options contracts, but said the new crop year is still far away. “It’ll come,” said Vannan, who highlighted his contract’s near-perfect match of underlying crop and delivery zones to the real world that farmers on the Prairies operate in. And having a contract traded in Canadian dollars will be a key advantage for Winnipeg, Vannan said, because farmers don’t want to take on foreign exchange risk when they hedge their crops. The Kansas City Board of Trade, which carries the Hard Red Winter wheat contract, was not present. access=subscriber section=markets,crops,news

COMMODITY CLASSIC | CORN PRICES

Analyst warns big crop could swamp corn prices Spring weather critical | Demand from feeders and China could disappoint BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — There is a considerable risk that grain and oilseed prices could be heading for a major market correction, says a U.S. analyst. “This market between March 31 and July 1 could take an unprecedented drop and leave (farmers) sitting there thinking, ‘how did it get so bad so quick?’” said Mark Gold, managing partner with Top Third Ag Marketing. He believes U.S. growers are still holding a lot of the 2011 corn crop and haven’t presold much of the 2012 harvest. “Because of how much grain the farmer has got and how much grain he can grow, this thing could get ugly in a hurry.” Some analysts doubt U.S. farmers will be able to achieve the 164 bushel per acre average corn yield that the U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting for the 201213 crop. Gold isn’t in that camp. He said growers can definitely reach 164 bu. per acre if Mother Nature cooperates, considering they were able to pull off a 147 bu. crop during last year’s challenging growing season. Corn yields have declined two years in a row. A three year consecutive decline has never happened. “ That tells me the odds are against it being lower trend yield lines again,” said Gold. There is also speculation that farmers in Ukraine will plant a lot more corn this spring, in part to make up for some of the losses to their winter wheat crops. “The real risk in this market is in the next 90 to 100 days,” Gold told delegates attending the 2012 Commodity Classic conference. He is one of the few people in the agriculture industry who believes corn prices could drop below $4 per bu., falling as low as $3.25 if farmers have favourable spring weather. That would drag down all crop prices. U.S. growers are projected to plant 94 to 95 million acres of corn, up from 91.9 million acres last year. However, it could be as high as 96 million acres if planting conditions are ideal, which would result in a

One analyst said he believes corn prices could drop below $4 per bu., falling as low as $3.25 if farmers have favourable spring weather. That would drag down all crop prices. | FILE PHOTO huge corn crop assuming an average yield of 164 bu. per acre. “This thing will collapse in my opinion from March 31 to July 1,” said Gold. “The market will try to force out the inefficient producers and the only way a market can do that is to get the (corn) price under the cost of production.” Gold was slightly more optimistic about the soybean outlook because of lost production in Brazil, but he said U.S. farmers will have a more than adequate carryout. Some analysts predict soybean acreage will lose ground to corn this spring, but Gold sees it coming out of other crops such as cotton and wheat.

He is also more bearish than others on Chinese demand and said the contraction in the U.S. livestock sector will mean decreased domestic demand for soybeans and corn. “I look at $13 beans and $6.50 corn and $130 cattle and I believe there’s a lot of risk out there.” Alan Brugler, president of Brugler Marketing and Management, provided a similarly depressing outlook for the wheat market. “ The problem with wheat is there’s too much of it,” he said. Analysts forecast 57 to 58 million acres of wheat in the United States. “My model says that’s at least 200 million bu. more production than last year at normal yields and we

don’t need it,” said Brugler. He called wheat the “wet blanket” of the grain and oilseed sector. “Corn can get a fire started, but wheat is going to put it out,” he said. Gold wasn’t as pessimistic about the wheat outlook because he thinks growers are going to shy away from the crop this spring. “Guys just don’t like to grow it,” he said. He can foresee a bullish scenario for the crop if the U.S. government uses wheat shipments to help convince “rogue nations” such as Iran and North Korea to back away from their nuclear ambitions. access=subscriber section=markets,crops,news

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Foreign demand will drive prices higher | Demand for old-crop canola seed will remain firm, says analyst access=subscriber section=markets,crops,none

WINNIPEG BUREAU

The manager of canola trading for Louis Dreyfus Canada made a startlingly bullish canola forecast at last week’s Grainworld conference in Winnipeg. There was nothing that Tracy Lussier said in his canola market outlook that wouldn’t make a farmer delighted to be selling the crop for the rest of this crop year and planting as much as possible this spring. “We’re in a bullish environment, and I think it’s going to be very, very bullish to make it through to new crop, and I think producers are going to benefit from what we see in the future next year as well,” she said. He predicted that: • prairie farmers would plant 21 million acres of canola this spring if they are able to • 8.6 million tonnes of seed will be exported by the end of the 2011-12 crop year, up 1.6 million tonnes from last year • 6.8 million tonnes of seed will be crushed in 2011-12, up 500,000 tonnes from last year • canola crush could reach eight million tonnes per year by 2014 and 2015 • canola prices must rise compared to other crops before September to balance supplies with demand “You’re probably seeing that everything I’m telling you is kind of bullish, and I guess I’m having a tough time not being bullish in this environment, because everything is going the same direction,” said Lussier, who shared Louis Dreyfus’ private, internal estimates with the conference. The 21 million acre seeding estimate is based on both the demand for the crop and its relative profitability compared to wheat. Price ratios of competing crops can help farmers decide which crop to grow. A canola-wheat ratio of 1.6 to 1 is considered neutral. In other words,

canola at $11.20 per bushel is seen as neutral in influencing a farmer’s decision to seed when wheat is $7 per bu. But right now the ratio is 1.85 to 1, which means canola is highly favoured. Lussier predicts canola prices will strengthen more as spring approaches, pushing farmers to seed every acre they can. His 21 million acre estimate is above almost all trade estimates. FarmLink Marketing Solutions estimated that farmers will seed 19.4 million acres. Continuing huge demand from China and the United States is behind the massive consumption of canola seed and oil, and driving the price higher, Lussier said. “Fifty percent of our total canola stocks this year will end up either in the form of oil or raw seed exported to either China or the U.S.,” said Lussier. With soybean production likely to shrink in the next few months, canola is unlikely be undercut by weak soybean oil values, he added. Farmers have already sold much of their 2011-12 canola, so the demand rationing process could enrich farmers who still have crop in their bins. “There is no doubt that the demand for old-crop canola seed will remain very, very firm,” said Lussier. He said there is a large inverse in nearby canola prices versus new crop futures, revealing the tightness of old crop stocks. The lower futures for the new crop year might not hold if any further problems afflict the world’s vegetable oil crops, especially soybeans and canola, which are having a poorer year than last year. Regardless of what happens elsewhere, Lussier thinks farmers will have no problem selling canola for the rest of this crop year and through next year. “We truly do require 21 million acres to meet the expected demand, so I hope we do achieve these lofty acres,” he said.

Drought took toll on Argentine, Brazilian corn crops: expert Yields could be down 30 to 50 percent | U.S. Grains Council sees opportunities to increase corn exports as China, India increase demand BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Corn markets could be in for a shock when the final production numbers come in from Argentina, according to the U.S. Grains Council. “They are hurting bad,” said Terry Vinduska, past chair of the U.S. Grains Council. “ The loss is going to be much larger than the Argentina government is saying, and it’s also going to be larger than what USDA is projecting it to be.” The U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting 22 million tonnes of production, down only slightly from last year’s 22.5 million tonne crop. The USDA number has dropped quite a bit since the department’s December estimate of 29 million tonnes, but it needs to be lowered further, said Vinduska. He visited Argentina and Brazil in January and said there is no way the crop is similar in size to last year. “The industry sources over there, the farmers and the grain people, say the loss is going to be more severe than what anybody is estimating,” he said.

TERRY VINDUSKA PAST-CHAIR, U.S. GRAINS COUNCIL

Vinduska toured dry land cornfields during his trip and what he saw was grim. “It’s as bad as they’re telling us. I farm in Kansas. Last year we had a terrible drought. Their corn looked like what my corn did last year,” he said. “Some of their yields are going to be down 30 to 50 percent.” Vinduska didn’t tour irrigated acres, but he was told those yields will be down as well because of extreme heat, although not as much as the dry land corn. He heard estimates from people in the grain trade of a 10 to 30 percent reduction in production. Argentina is the world’s second largest corn exporter so any shortfall in supply is bound to increase

demand for U.S. corn and drive up corn prices, which will influence other grain and oilseed values. Vinduska said the corn crop looked fabulous in central Brazil, but production could be down 10 to 15 percent in the south. The U.S. corn industry has been losing market share to Brazil and Argentina. The USDA expects U.S. exports will be 43.2 million tonnes in 201112, or 46 percent of global sales, which would be the first time the U.S. has accounted for less than half of total world exports. Vinduska isn’t overly concerned about the competition. The U.S. Grains Council firmly believes there will be increased corn demand from China and India in the coming years. Those two countries are looking for food security and they aren’t going to get that from Argentina. The Argentine government has a stated goal of keeping every kernel of corn produced in the country for its expanding domestic livestock industry, although it will take a while to realize that objective. “The U.S.’s ability to be a reliable supplier is going to increase our market share as we go forward,” said Vinduska. access=subscriber section=markets,international_ag,none

WORLD BRIEFS CANOLA TRADE

Traders say China to loosen restrictions BEIJING, China (Reuters) — Traders in China are saying the country will allow crushers in rapeseed growing areas to process Canadian seed later this year. The move would add nine more crushers to the list approved to accept Canadian canola. Restrictions on Canadian and Australian canola were imposed in 2009 because of China’s concern about blackleg fungal disease. Chinese government officials gave no indication to a recent Canadian delegation that they intended to ease restrictions. “Our understanding hasn’t changed, that they’re a valuable partner in this trade, they have concerns about blackleg and we’re taking that seriously here,” said Canola Council of Canada vice-president Jim Everson, who travelled to China last month with prime minister Stephen Harper. access=subscriber section=markets,none,none

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GRAINS

Grade A

Alberta

Live Previous Feb. 24-Mar. 1 Feb. 17-Feb. 23

$165

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

$160

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

$175 $170 $165 $160 $155 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Saskatchewan $170

114.00-117.25 114.62-127.21 n/a 102.00-107.00

104.08 103.62 n/a 94.13

192.50 200.00-205.00 192.50 n/a

192.85-196.75 198.00-202.00 195.00 n/a

112.75-116.75 111.91-124.01 n/a 100.00-108.00

117.25-118.00 109.81-123.09 n/a 101.00-106.00

103.35 102.67 n/a 93.00

195.50 199.00-204.00 193.00 n/a

194.00-196.75 197.00-201.00 194.00-195.00 n/a Canfax

Feeder Cattle ($/cwt) 2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Manitoba $170 $165 $160 $155 $150 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Heifers 500-600 lb. (average $/cwt) Alberta $170

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

Sask.

Man.

Alta.

B.C.

118-137 130-150 140-161 150-177 166-196 180-218

118-139 125-146 135-161 150-175 165-190 175-208

125-141 132-152 141-165 151-180 170-200 180-215

no sales 120-139 141-157 150-169 no sales 170-211

121-139 130-151 139-158 145-177 157-183 165-192

118-140 125-150 132-157 142-171 155-181 160-193

120-140 132-154 140-160 150-179 160-192 170-200

116-129 132-144 142-164 no sales 160-185 174-188 Canfax

$160

Average Carcass Weight

$155 2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Canfax

Steers Heifers Cows Bulls

Saskatchewan $165 $160

Feb. 25/12 892 833 673 1043

$155

2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Manitoba $165 $160 $155 $150 $145 1/30

YTD 12 882 823 675 1006

YTD 11 855 790 677 1011

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

$150 $145 1/30

Feb. 26/11 852 795 680 1047

2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Heifers 129.73 129.75 130.13 205.05

Feeders No. 1 (700-799 lb) Steers South Dakota 151-170.25 Billings 151.50-153 Dodge City 152-160

Trend steady steady/+2 steady/firm

Cattle / Beef Trade

Cash Futures -11.31 -11.29 -12.54 -14.58 -7.17 -9.21 Canfax

Canadian Beef Production million lb. YTD % change Fed 283.2 -2 Non-fed 61.1 -2 Total beef 344.3 -2 Canfax

Exports % from 2011 69,659 (1) -29.4 16,520 (1) +36.0 249,949 (3) -19.1 336,954 (3) -17.3 Imports % from 2011 n/a (2) n/a 73,387 (2) +31.6 21,303 (4) -3.9 28,940 (4) +6.2

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 Feb. 18/12 (2) to Dec. 31/11 (3) to Dec. 31/11 (4) to Feb. 25/12 Agriculture Canada

Alberta $165 $160 $155 $150

Close Close Mar. 2 Feb. 24 Live Cattle Apr 129.95 129.50 Jun 127.28 127.75 Aug 129.65 130.20 Oct 134.33 134.15 Dec 135.10 134.63 Feeder Cattle Mar 158.10 157.68 Apr 161.33 160.28 May 162.85 161.95 Aug 164.03 163.38 Sep 163.50 162.73

Trend Year ago

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 Aug 05-Aug 18 Aug 19-Sep 01

Maple Leaf Mar. 2 154.22-156.49 159.67-164.22 169.26-170.62 172.89-173.35 171.08-172.89 172.44-175.17 168.81-175.56 175.10-175.56 174.65-176.06 172.87-175.60 160.71-166.49

+0.45 -0.47 -0.55 +0.18 +0.47

114.05 115.05 117.05 120.13 120.48

+0.42 +1.05 +0.90 +0.65 +0.77

129.95 131.83 133.38 134.73 133.85

$160

$345 $340

$330 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Barley Sel. 2-row St. Law. $365 $360

$345 1/30

3/5

Sheep ($/lb.) & Goats ($/head) Feb. 24 Base rail (index 100) 3.70 Index range 98.59-107.44 Range off base 3.64-3.97 Feeder lambs 1.50-2.50 Sheep (live) 0.40-0.65

Previous 3.80 97.62 3.70 1.50-2.50 0.40-0.65 SunGold Meats

Feb. 27 2.50-2.80 2.24-2.68 2.06-2.24 2.04-2.12 1.84-2.00 1.50-2.00 0.95-1.10 0.95-1.15 70-120

2.07-2.85 2.02-2.45 2.02-2.19 1.90-2.12 1.80-2.02 1.65-2.00 0.90-1.10 0.95-1.10 70-120

Ontario Stockyards Inc.

Mar. 5 n/a n/a n/a n/a

2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Cash Prices Canola (cash - March) $630

$570

Grain Futures 2/3

2/10 2/16 2/24

3/2

Canola (basis - March) $10 $5 $0 $-5 $-10 1/27

2/3

2/10 2/16 2/24

3/2

Feed Wheat (cash) $230 $225 $220 $215 $210 1/27

2/3

2/10 2/16 2/24

3/2

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

Sask. Sheep Dev. Bd.

$490 1/27

To Feb. 25 Canada 3,214,041 3,249,738 -1.1

n/a 2/3

2/10 2/16 2/24

3/2

To date 2012 To date 2011 % change 12/11

Basis: $6

$220 $215

Fed. inspections only U.S. 17,166,779 17,064,182 +0.6

$210 $205 1/27

2/3

2/10 2/16 2/24

3/2

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

Agriculture Canada

Index 100 hogs $/ckg Alta. Sask.

155.10 156.13

Man. Que.

158.00 163.31 *incl. wt. premiums

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

Export 124,616 (1) 313,215 (2) 1,151,274 (2)

Chicago Nearby Futures ($US/100 bu.)

Corn (March) $700

(1) to Feb. 18/12

(3) to Feb. 25/12

(2) to Dec. 31/11

$660

% from 2011 -15.7 -6.8 +4.9

Import n/a 30,779 (3) 31,730 (3)

% from 2011 n/a +19.1 -6.4 Agriculture Canada

3/5

$640 $620 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Soybeans (March) $1350

$1250

$165

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Year ago 588.50 592.60 599.50 571.80 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 7.6900 8.0075 8.3025 8.8025 3.7850 3.8600 3.9400 3.9400 13.8775 13.9500 14.0275 13.5475 7.1075 7.1750 7.2250 6.1050 9.4050 9.4375 9.4950 9.4700 8.8800 8.9850 9.2900

Canadian Exports & Crush

$1200

$170

$155

Mar. 5 Feb. 27 Trend Wpg ICE Canola ($/tonne) Mar 582.70 573.30 +9.40 May 575.20 568.40 +6.80 Jul 575.90 569.40 +6.50 Nov 539.90 536.70 +3.20 Wpg ICE Milling Wheat ($/tonne) Oct 260.50 257.00 -7.00 Dec 265.50 262.00 -6.50 Mar 270.50 267.00 -6.50 May 273.50 270.00 -6.50 Wpg ICE Durum Wheat ($/tonne) Oct 265.90 265.90 0.00 Dec 270.40 270.40 0.00 Mar 276.60 276.60 0.00 May 280.60 280.60 0.00 Wpg ICE Barley ($/tonne) Oct 185.00 182.40 0.00 Dec 188.50 185.90 0.00 Mar 190.00 187.40 0.00 Wpg ICE Western Barley ($/tonne) Mar 214.00 214.00 0.00 May 220.00 218.00 +2.00 Chicago Wheat ($US/bu.) Mar 6.6775 6.4575 +0.2200 May 6.7200 6.5275 +0.1925 Jul 6.8275 6.6350 +0.1925 Dec 7.1225 6.9550 +0.1675 Chicago Oats ($US/bu.) Mar 3.3200 3.2000 +0.1200 May 3.0825 3.1075 -0.0250 Jul 3.0675 3.1200 -0.0525 Dec 3.1900 3.2300 -0.0400 Chicago Soybeans ($US/bu.) Mar 13.1925 12.9375 +0.2550 May 13.2500 13.0250 +0.2250 Jul 13.3225 13.1050 +0.2175 Nov 12.8900 12.8125 +0.0775 Chicago Corn ($US/bu.) Mar 6.6625 6.4450 +0.2175 May 6.6075 6.4850 +0.1225 Jul 6.6225 6.5075 +0.1150 Dec 5.7125 5.5700 +0.1425 Minneapolis Wheat ($US/bu.) Mar 8.3125 7.9075 +0.4050 May 8.3475 7.9875 +0.3600 Jul 8.2725 7.9575 +0.3150 Dec 8.1075 7.9075 +0.2000 Kansas City Wheat ($US/bu.) Mar 7.0550 6.8500 +0.2050 May 7.1600 6.9350 +0.2250 Dec 7.5350 7.3250 +0.2100

$1300

Chicago Hogs Lean ($US/cwt)

$160

Feb. 24-Mar. 1 U.S. Barley PNW 280.00 U.S. No. 3 Yellow Corn Gulf 277.35-285.03 U.S. Hard Red Winter Gulf 292.85 U.S. No. 3 Amber Durum Gulf 383.97 U.S. DNS (14%) PNW 359.72 No. 1 DNS (14%) ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 8.28 No. 1 DNS (13%) ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 7.68 No. 1 Durum (13%) ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 8.28 No. 1 Malt Barley ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 5.52 No. 2 Feed Barley ($US/bu.)Montana elevator 4.20 Canadian Wheat Board

$380

$510 1/27

Mar. 5 Avg. Feb. 27 Laird lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 24.00-25.50 25.14 25.86 Laird lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 16.00-19.50 17.58 17.58 Richlea lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 23.00-24.00 23.70 24.50 Eston lentils, No. 1 (¢/lb) 26.50-29.75 27.61 27.61 Eston lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 15.00-20.00 18.50 18.50 Sm. Red lentils, No. 2 (¢/lb) 15.75-19.00 17.25 17.36 Sm. Red lentils, Xtra 3 (¢/lb) 12.50-14.75 13.64 13.64 Peas, green No. 1 ($/bu) 8.50-9.75 8.80 8.97 Peas, green 10% bleach ($/bu) 8.30-8.50 8.47 8.72 Peas, med. yellow No. 1 ($/bu) 8.15-8.75 8.35 8.54 Peas, sm. yellow No. 2 ($/bu) 8.05-8.30 8.21 8.43 Maple peas ($/bu) 8.75-9.00 8.92 8.92 Feed peas ($/bu) 3.50-5.50 4.83 4.83 Mustard, yellow, No. 1 (¢/lb) 34.75-35.75 35.25 35.25 Mustard, brown, No. 1 (¢/lb) 28.75-32.75 30.08 30.08 Mustard, Oriental, No. 1 (¢/lb) 23.50-24.75 24.33 24.33 Canaryseed (¢/lb) 24.50-26.00 25.00 25.29 Desi chickpeas (¢/lb) 26.10-27.50 27.22 27.22 Kabuli, 8mm, No. 1 (¢/lb) 35.00-47.00 38.00 38.00 Kabuli, 7mm, No. 1 (¢/lb) 24.70-26.00 25.68 25.68 B-90 ckpeas, No. 1 (¢/lb) 22.30-23.50 23.20 23.20

International Grain Prices ($US/tonne)

$390

$360 1/30

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.

Feb. 29 Feb. 22 YearAgo Rye Saskatoon ($/tonne) n/a 189.98 174.93 Snflwr NuSun Enderlin ND (¢/lb) 25.90 26.00 29.60

$400

$540

Wool lambs > 80 lb. Wool lambs < 80 lb. Hair lambs Fed sheep

2/13 2/17 2/27

Wheat 1 CWRS 13.5%

Canfax

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

2/6

$680

Manitoba

2/6

3/5

$350

$600

Hogs / Pork Trade

$180

$150 1/30

2/13 2/17 2/27

Barley Sel. 6-row St. Law.

This wk Last wk Yr. ago 213-215 213-215 192-194

3/5

$200

2/13 2/17 2/27

2/6

$370

Hog Slaughter

Hams Mktg. Mar. 2 154.32-156.59 159.77-164.32 169.22-170.59 172.86-173.31 171.04-172.86 172.40-175.13 168.77-175.49 175.04-175.49 174.58-175.77 172.58-175.31 160.19-166.21

$220

2/6

$370 1/30

St. Lawrence Asking

Est. Beef Wholesale ($/cwt)

Fixed contract $/ckg

Saskatchewan

$140 1/30

$380

$225

Index 100 Hog Price Trends ($/ckg)

2/13 2/17 2/27

$390

W. Barley (cash - May)

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

2/6

$400

$350

HOGS

$145 1/30

$410

$355

Chicago Futures ($US/cwt)

USDA

Basis

Alta-Neb Sask-Neb Ont-Neb

To Feb. 25 Fed. inspections only Canada U.S. To date 2012 419,231 4,818,825 To date 2011 442,107 5,137,356 % Change 12/11 -5.2 -6.2

Montreal

Slaughter cattle (35-65% choice)Steers National 129.92 Kansas 129.93 Nebraska 129.25 Nebraska (dressed) 205.04

Durum 1 AD Thunder Bay

$335

Cattle Slaughter

$165

$150 1/30

Rail Previous Feb. 24-Mar. 1 Feb. 17-Feb. 23

115.00-116.75 111.71-127.22 n/a 100.00-109.00

$155 $150 1/30

Year ago

Pulse and Special Crops

CWB Domestic Asking Prices

Slaughter Cattle ($/cwt)

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

Apr May Jun Jul

Close Mar. 2 90.43 98.55 99.50 99.75

Close Feb. 24 89.73 98.73 99.18 99.20

Trend +0.70 -0.18 +0.32 +0.55

Year ago 88.48 98.23 101.05 100.83

Aug Oct Dec Feb

EXCHANGE RATE: MARCH 5 $1 Cdn. = $1.0080 U.S. $1 U.S. = $0.9921 Cdn.

Close Mar. 2 99.98 89.63 85.78 86.50

Close Feb. 24 98.85 88.90 84.70 85.50

Trend +1.13 +0.73 +1.08 +1.00

Year ago 99.40 88.95 85.30 85.85

$1150 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

Oats (March) $360 $340 $320 $300 $280 1/30

2/6

2/13 2/17 2/27

3/5

(1,000 To To tonnes) Feb. 26 Feb. 19 Wheat 280.7 241.2 Durum 12.8 68.4 Oats 14.4 19.7 Barley 26.0 51.1 Flax 1.2 3.0 Canola 217.1 150.7 Peas 26.8 Canola crush 126.2 146.4

Total to date 7686.4 2064.1 779.4 723.7 129.2 5519.8 1128.9 3857.9

Last year 6432.5 2049.3 662.7 862.6 205.7 4241.3 1533.5 3518.3

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ENERGY | VOLATILITY

Gasoline, crude oil are climbing dangerously high MARKET WATCH

D’ARCE MCMILLAN

Rising oil prices could stall nascent economic growth, hurt commodity demand Gasoline and crude oil prices jumped higher last week, fueled mostly by tensions in the Middle East over Iran’s nuclear program. Fuel prices are important because they are a major cost on the farm and because they influence grain and

oilseed prices. They also have a bearing on the wider economy and if they get too high they could wipe out the fledgling economic recovery in the United States. Early this week, analysts and commentators appeared to think that the price reached last week had overshot fundamental support and that prices would correct a little lower. However, the market remains volatile and the future direction for crude prices depends on how things play out in two story lines. One is that most of the rise in crude over the past few months was caused by the improvement in the global economy, especially in the U.S., and the steps taken by Europe to prop up Greece and stabilize the debt problems of Spain and Italy. As well, Eric Reguly, a Report on Business columnist in the Globe and

$147

PRICE PER BARREL FOR BRENT CRUDE OIL IN JULY 2008 Mail, noted March 3 that while crude prices have rallied almost steadily since 2009, it has not generated a lot of extra crude production. True, Canadian oilsands production is up, as is production from the Bakken field straddling the Canada -U.S. border. The U.S. is also extracting a lot more oil from shale deposits. But North Sea production is declining, and Brazil and Azerbaijan output has been disappointing. Overall, demand from Asia and

former Soviet republics is outpacing new production. The only significant surplus capacity is in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and that begins to look rather small if the economic recovery picks up pace and oil demand grows. Throw in some flare up over Iran’s nuclear ambitions and you have a recipe for $150 per barrel oil, at least in the short term. On the other hand, there are those who believe high oil prices carry their own death knell. U.S. economic growth is fragile and China scaled back its growth target this week to an eight-year low of 7.5 percent, lowering its long-standing annual goal of eight percent. If companies have to shell out more for fuel and energy, it will knock back their expansion and hiring plans,

stall economic growth and potentially bring back recession. The bad case for Canadian farmers would be an oil price rally into summer, triggering an economic slowdown that deflates oil prices in the fall. That would drive up the cost of running tractors and combines during the production season but then act to depress grain prices post harvest. That is what happened in 2008, when the destructive effects of high oil prices were compounded by the beginning of the U.S. housing mortgage crisis. Brent crude peaked at $147 per barrel in July and then crashed, falling to less than $60 in March 2009. The prices of canola, wheat, meat and other agricultural commodities also collapsed.

FEEDERS EDGE HIGHER

300-500 pound steers and heifers. Mid-weight heifers traded moderately higher. Auction volume was steady with the previous week at 30,753. Weekly Canadian feeder exports to Feb. 18 totalled 3,705, up nine percent from the previous week. Current price levels should flush out cattle fed at home in backgrounding operations, but increasing volume and an uncertain fed cattle market could restrict price grains for 800 lb. and heavier feeders.

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CANFAX REPORT HIGH LOONIE TAKES TOLL

COW PRICES RISE

Cash prices hit new record highs in the United States, but buyer competition was light in Canada, encouraging feedlots to opt out of the cash market and roll cash cattle into contracts. Not all cattle traded. The stronger loonie also hurt prices in Canada. The weekly Canfax average steer price was $115.77 per hundredweight, down 11 cents, and heifers were $115.33, down 97 cents. Sales volume rose one percent to 16,290 head. The Alberta fed cash to futures basis narrowed $2 to -$11.29. Weekly fed cattle exports to Feb. 18 were up 31 percent to 8,573 head as soft local buyer competition encouraged exports. Western Canadian fed slaughter so far this year is down four percent. Fund investors continue to pour money into cattle futures despite uncertain beef demand. In Alberta, packers have ample inventory and local prices will be under pressure, unless the loonie weakens and stimulates U.S. buying interest. Yearling supplies are starting to seasonally tighten and some calves are beginning to show up on the show list.

The recent rally in the fed market, together with strong U.S. buyer interest, is supporting the non-fed market. Western Canadian cow slaughter volume is down 11 percent from last year, which has helped maintain prices. D1, D2 cows rose 34 cents to average $76.40 per cwt. D3s averaged

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$68.69. In February, D3 cow prices rose nearly $5. Rail bids rose during the week to $145-$150 per cwt. Butcher bulls were $1 higher with sales of high yielding bulls reaching $100. Weekly non-fed exports to Feb. 18 totalled 4,129, up six percent from the previous week.

Feeders are trading generally $18$35 per cwt. higher than last year. The Canfax average steer price last week rose nine cents and heifers climbed 66 cents. Buyers who want cattle to put on grass are active. Two-tier pricing was evident on the tightening supply of

WESTERN PRODUCER LIVESTOCK REPORT BISON STEADY The Canadian Bison Association said grade A bulls in the desirable weight range were $3.65-$3.90 per pound hot hanging weight. Grade A heifers were $3.60-$3.90. Animals older than 30 months and those outside the desirable weight range may be discounted. Slaughter cows and bulls averaged $2.40-$2.60. In the live market, heifers born in 2011 were $2-$2.50 and bulls were $2.25-$2.75. Feeder bulls and heifers born in 2010 were $2-$2.10.

HOG PRICES FALL Packers continued to have negative margins, unable to pressure pork prices higher.

There was talk that with record high beef prices and rising gasoline costs, retailers might begin to feature pork and chicken. Iowa-southern Minnesota live hogs were $64 US per hundredweight late in the week, down from $66.50 Feb. 24. The U.S. pork carcass cut-out value weakened midweek but rallied to close at $85.13 March 2, down only slightly from $85.77 Feb. 24. The U.S. federal weekly slaughter estimate was 2.15 million, up from 2.12 million the previous week.

LAMB PRICES DOWN Beaver Hill Auction in Tofield, Alta., reported 360 sheep and 123 goats sold Feb. 27. Wool lambs lighter than 70 lb. were $230-$258 per cwt., 70-85 lb. were

$219-$245, 86-105 lb. were $190$225 and 106 lb. and heavier were $176-$189. Wool rams were $89-$110 per cwt. Cull ewes were $76-$105 and bred ewes were $250-$340 per head. Hair lambs lighter than 70 lb. were $215-$236 per cwt., 70-85 lb. were $204-$230, 86-105 lb. were $180$200 and 106 lb. and heavier were $170-$188. Hair rams were $90-$110 per cwt. Cull ewes were $91-$104. Good kid goats lighter than 50 lb. were $215-$250. Those heavier than 50 lb. were $200-$250 per cwt. Nannies were $87-$116 per cwt. Billies were $112.50-$172.50. Ontario Stockyards Inc. reported 933 sheep and lambs and 80 goats traded Feb. 27. All classes of lambs traded steady to stronger. Sheep sold $3-$5 cwt. higher. Goats sold strong. access=subscriber section=markets,none,none

BEEF PRICES RISE Despite price resistance from retailers, reduced slaughter volumes have tightened beef supplies and US cutouts traded $1.50-$2 higher. At current cut-out levels, retailers will buy hand to mouth. Weekly Canadian cut-out values to Feb. 24 surged $5-$7 higher. Montreal wholesale prices for delivery this week was steady at $213-$215. This cattle market information is selected from the weekly report from Canfax, a division of the Canadian Cattlemen’s Association. More market information, analysis and statistics are available by becoming a Canfax subscriber by calling 403275-5110 or at www.canfax.ca.

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WHEAT MARKETING | QUALITY

CRAIG’S VIEW

Protect quality reputation no matter what is grown

rairie farmers often like to think of themselves as producers of the best, highest quality wheat in the

world. But with the Canadian Wheat Board’s marketing monopoly about to end, questions are rising about how best to position this country’s wheat industry to compete most effectively. That might mean rethinking Canada’s long-held focus on high protein, quality wheat. It is good to periodically review market strategy. And it is important to understand that the key measurement in success is best profit rather than simply highest price. The president of Toepfer Canada, Lawrence Yakielashek, made this argument at the Wild Oats Grainworld conference last week in Winnipeg. He said a large part of the recent growth in global wheat demand comes from developing countries that can’t afford top quality wheat for most of their needs. Also, improved technology allows millers to use lower quality wheat and still produce acceptable products. This increase in demand has been captured mostly by the republics of the former Soviet Union: Russia, Ukraine and Kazakhstan. That region’s share of global wheat exports averaged 18 percent in 2000-10 but is expected to grow to 30 percent by 2020, according to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development. Market share of traditional exporters — Canada, the European Union, Australia, Argentina and especially the United States — is expected to decline over this period. Yakielashek and others in the industry suggest Canada can be competitive in the mid-quality market. Growing lower protein, higher yielding varieties might generate better per acre profits in some cases. A more numerous and wider variety of companies selling Canadian grain increases the potential to discover and develop new markets. But farmers know that corporations, be

they the wheat board or a private grain company, have self interests that affect their mindsets. The wheat board liked operating in the premium market while the grain companies like volume from high yielding crops to generate profits from their elevator assets. They tend to think that what is good for the corporation is good for the clients. Farmers have their own self interests that don’t necessarily mesh with the wheat board or grain companies. Their interest is farm profit and they will have a “show me the money” attitude when selecting wheat to grow. The proof will be in the contracts and the profit per acre. While the open market might provide signals that there are markets for a greater variety of wheat types, it is doubtful that the Prairies will stop growing quality wheat. The generally dry climate is good for producing protein and, with long experience, farmers here have perfected the techniques to grow it. And demand is good, both from millers that use it exclusively and those who use it in mixtures to raise the quality and functionality of cheaper wheat. But the industry must remember that quality is not simply a grade or protein number. Millers and bakers prize continuity and consistency of supply, functionality of the wheat and low dockage. These too are measures of quality. Canada must retain its reputation for consistency and clean grain. When Australia deregulated its wheat industry, customers complained that its standards were slipping. A study by GrainGrowers, Australia’s largest grain industry organization, found that Australian wheat must demonstrate quality improvement, safety and security of supply to be an effective competitor in future markets. That is a lesson Canada should keep in mind. Bruce Dyck, Terry Fries, Barb Glen, D’Arce McMillan and Joanne Paulson collaborate in the writing of Western Producer editorials.

UP FOR DEBATE | GRAIN DRYING: SHOULD YOU USE CONTINUOUS DRYING OR DRY ONLY AT NIGHT?

Don’t do anything until there is more definitive results. Do not dry only at night. JOY AGNEW PROJECT MANAGER OF AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICES AT PRAIRIE AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY INSTITUTE

We’re putting water back in by continuous drying. Pounds and pounds of it. RON PALMER RETIRED UNIVERSITY OF REGINA PROFESSOR, WHO REVIEWED GRAIN DRYING RESEARCH AT THE INDIAN HEAD AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION

AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE | CONSUMER VOICES

Pretty well everybody claims to know what consumers really want NATIONAL VIEW

BARRY WILSON

s MPs on the House of Commons agriculture committee moved their attention to consumer views and interest in the next national food policy, they heard lots about what consumers want. Oddly, few of them really claimed to represent consumers, but they all surely knew what consumers really want. The Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association knows

they want cheaper food, which is why supply management is an inappropriate policy. A Peterborough manufacturer of a vaccine the reduces E. coli in cattle manure knew consumers don’t want to get sick, so the government should subsidize producers who want to inoculate their cattle. An Alberta food processing industry representative said consumers w a nt f e w e r i m p o r t s a n d m o re domestically produced food, so government should support the domestic industry. A local food advocate said what consumers really want is more local food, and so government should support local food networks and purchasing hubs and concentrate less on trade. Over the years, anti-genetic modification and organic advocates have

assured MPs that many consumers want non-GM or organic food. Even the prime minister’s office got i nv o l v e d s e v e r a l y e a r s a g o i n announcing what consumers really want — in that case a Product of Canada label that requires that at least 98 percent of the product be Canadian. If that’s what consumers really wanted, they were mistaken because almost no food products qualify and they therefore have been denied the chance to buy Product of Canada products. Through the most recent committee hearings, only one witness, Consumers’ Association of Canada president Bruce Cran from British Columbia, could claim to speak for consumers. “I represent consumers and nothing but,” he told MPs. Cran’s argument was that polling shows food safety is the main con-

sumer issue, support for irradiation is strong, imports are thought to be less well inspected than domestic produce and cost is an issue with supply management as part of the problem. Perhaps the most interesting part of his testimony was his argument that CAC views are based on polling and not member agitation or feedback. And that really gets to the crux of the issue — at least when it comes to food policy, the consumer lobby in Canada is weak and has been for decades. The CAC rarely is heard on food issues. That fact is reflected in the Ottawa bureaucracy, where Agriculture Canada is considered the “food” department whose main interest is producers. Other players have no dedicated and knowledgeable defenders inside the system. So folks for whom consumers really

are customers end up telling government what consumers really want. The last and perhaps only time when consumers mattered was almost 40 years ago when food prices were rising and a panicked prime minister Pierre Trudeau appointed former CAC president Beryl Plumptre to head a Food Prices Review Board. By 1977, the food price issue had cooled and with talk of a new food policy, consumer affairs minister Warren Allmand suggested he coparent it with agriculture minister Eugene Whelan. Consumers yawned, Trudeau had moved on and with support from Whelan, farm leaders booed Allmand off the stage (not literally). Now, almost no one in Ottawa remembers that there once was a consumer affairs minister.

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LIFE | NEW CHAPTER

Here are crop numbers we love to see

One year of fun went by fast at Producer

BY ALAN GUEBERT

As corn and soybean cash prices flutter around their post-harvest highs, a farmer telephones with a question: how do February’s stronger prices compare to 2010 season average prices for corn, soybeans, wheat and cotton? Well, let’s see. According to U.S. Department of Agriculture data, the national average cash price for 2010 corn was $6.38 per bushel, soybeans averaged $12.97, Kansas City wheat clocked in at $7.55 and cotton at a plump $1.40 per hundredweight. Not surprisingly, 2010 average futures prices were stronger, according to numbers compiled by Bloomberg News. Chicago corn, for example, averaged $6.79 per bu. in 2010, “the highest ever and twice the level of the previous decade.” Whoa. Likewise, the news service continues, soybeans averaged “a record $13.21, 72 percent above the 10 previous years, while wheat’s average of $7.24 was the second-highest ever and 57 percent more than the past decade.” We like those numbers for no other reason than if 2010 prices are, as some suggest, the “new normal,” there’s everything new and nothing normal about any of them. Moreover, they make an interesting yardstick to measure today’s prices which, for corn and soybeans — $6.20 or so and $12.50 in central Illinois — aren’t too shabby by comparison. These tall numbers draw us to another set of even taller numbers: anticipated 2012 planted acreage. For example, one early February poll

The average cash price for wheat in the United States was $7.55 per bushel in 2010. | FILE PHOTO estimated 2012 corn acres at 94.3 million, the most since 1944, beans at 75.3 million and wheat at 57.2 million. The total for the three, according to the poll, is a staggering 226.8 million, the most since 1984. Total production, assuming good weather, would be equally staggering: nearly 14 billion bu. for corn, 3.3 billion bu. for beans and more than two billion for wheat. The increased 2012 acres are coming from two chief sources: those not

planted, washed out or fried by last year’s rain, floods and droughts; and long-fallow, now-getting-planted Conservation Reserve Program acres. While you can’t change the weather, Congress changed the CRP in the about-to-expire 2008 farm bill. Those changes and today’s sky-high grain prices have drawn nearly five million acres from the program in the last three years. An even bigger amount comes this fall when contracts on a whopping

6.5 million CRP acres expire. How many will not renew? Hard to say, but as DTN reported in January, nearly 75 percent of those expiring acres, or 4.85 million, are in “states (that) suffered major federal disaster declarations in 2011.” Starting to figure out why most commodity groups are pushing to expand today’s already generous federal crop insurance programs to cover nearly every production and market risk, and maybe the farm’s lilac bush, in the 2012 farm bill? On the crop insurance front, here are two more numbers that reveal its large presence in today’s federal farm policy: • Despite 2011 crop and livestock sales that totalled $363 billion, which is a record, and net farm income of $99.1 billion, which is another record, crop insurers paid at least $9.1 billion in claims, which itself is a record. • According to February estimates released by the Congressional Budget Office, the cumulative cost of federal crop insurance is forecast to be $89 billion over the next 10 years, which is one-third more than the $65 billion that the CBO reckons all USDA conservation programs will cost over the same period. The White House has its own number for federal crop insurance — it suggests the heavily subsidized program be given a $7.6 billion haircut over the coming decade. We’d give you hard numbers on the long odds of that happening, but it’s just easier to say that pigs will fly first. Alan Guebert is an agricultural columnist based in Illinois. access=subscriber section=opinion,crops,none

GRAIN MARKETING | WHEAT BOARD

Cargill deal officially puts CWB in the game HURSH ON AG

KEVIN HURSH

t’s more than a little ironic that the new Canadian Wheat Board is signing its first grain handling agreement with Cargill. The multinational grain handling icon is a symbol for many of what the old wheat board was set up to protect against. The watch is now on for when the C WB will make grain handling agreements with the other main players, particularly Viterra and Richardson. Of course, the big dog in Western Canada is Viterra, which has the history of the prairie grain handling cooperatives within its DNA. Saskatch-

ewan Wheat Pool was long a stout defender of single desk selling. Now, in an open market system, the CWB needs an agreement to access Viterra terminals. There was an almost audible sigh of relief with the news of the CWB-Cargill deal. The federal government immediately pointed to the agreement as proof that the new CWB is going to be a viable entity. See guys, the CWB is going to be there for you if you want to use it, just like we said. CWB management has been promising handling agreements, saying companies would want the grain volume the CWB can attract. Now that an agreement is in place with one of the major companies, it should be easier to reach a deal with others. The CWB is promising to roll out its long-awaited grain marketing programs by the end of the month. Grain companies have already scooped up some new crop business, but that’s a relatively small portion of the total. It seems that single desk opponents are the ones who most want the new

CWB to thrive. No one calls it a dual market anymore. It’s an open market with the CWB as one of the players. However, the change is easier to defend if the CWB remains a viable option. On that, the jury is still out. A year from now, we’ll have a better idea, but it’s likely to take two or three years before we have a firm grasp. Will price pooling be popular with producers and will the CWB be able to attract business because of its pooling options? Will producers gravitate to pooling for the first year and then abandon it for cash prices as they feel more comfortable with their marketing? How will the cash prices offered by the CWB compare to those offered by the other buyers? Expect all sorts of analysis and comparisons. Exactly how will it work to have CWB-purchased grain going into an elevator that’s also buying that same grain from farmers? Will this add another complexity to a grain handling system that’s often muddled to start with?

What’s your guess? Assuming handling agreements can be reached with all the main grain companies, how much of the export wheat, durum and barley will the CWB buy in the upcoming crop year? Most producers will make their marketing decisions based on the bottom line rather than philosophy. In the marketplace, C WB advantages include an experienced staff with strong international connections as well as the government guarantee on borrowings and initial payments. The CWB is disadvantaged in that it doesn’t own inland terminals or port facilities. It has to pay competing grain companies for access. So at the end of the day, will you get more money or less money dealing with the CWB? Will you get better or worse delivery opportunities? Better or worse customer service? An interesting experiment is about to begin. Kevin Hursh is an agricultural journalist, consultant and farmer. He can be reached by e-mail at kevin@hursh.ca. access=subscriber section=opinion,crops,none

EDITORIAL NOTEBOOK

JOANNE PAULSON, EDITOR

t’s my anniversary, and I’m still in love. Forgive me for getting all goopy and personal, but for me, March 1 (as I write this) is a significant milestone. I’ve made it through a whole year in my wonderful new job, navigating a steep learning curve and trying not to do anything spectacularly stupid. When I arrived at The Western Producer, I thought ha! A weekly! I can do this standing on my head, after decades of working at a daily paper. Well, that lame-brained assumption proved ridiculous. The Producer is an incredibly busy place, always bustling and madly rocketing toward every production deadline. It’s a weekly dash to press time, and speaking strictly for myself, we are never bored. It’s nice to work in a place where the days fly by. The production of 52 papers, though, isn’t all that has happened to me in the last year. There were a number of highlights, including attending the National Agri-Marketing Association conference in Kansas City, Missouri, which as my first big event was quite an eyeopener. The flight back was bizarre because of crazy weather, but I survived, physically if not mentally. Then there was the annual staff conference, which brought together our Saskatoon staff and correspondents for two days of discussion and, of course, food. Starting in the summer, we began to plan our Christmas edition, lovingly referred to as Issue 52, which turned out to be a beautiful thing popping with spring-like photos. I had a great visit with our Manitoba correspondents and enjoyed getting a better picture of the grain marketing-related companies and organizations in downtown Winnipeg. I loved attending the Farm Progress Show and Canadian Western Agribition, where an auction was a highlight of my sheltered life. In between, I’ve signed countless pieces of paper (thousands, I’m sure), proofed approximately 4,576 pages, and written something like 48 columns and several editorials. All of it was great. I wish I had room in this space to specifically thank every member of the newsroom and describe what I have learned from them, professionally and personally. They have taught me many things, patiently and kindly, and I’m so grateful. Now that I’m a year into my dream job, I’m going to stop pinching myself, and just look forward to the future. See you there. access=subscriber section=opinion,none,none

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I am writing in response to the letter that (agriculture minister Gerry) Ritz’s office sent saying I made false allegations. Matter of fact, right now most grain companies will not sign an agreement to handle Canadian Wheat Board grain for the new crop year. That is a sign that the multinationals do not want the CWB to survive. It is a new entity that now has control of all assets that were derived from the single desk supporters. The contingency fund is not genera t e d f r o m P r o d u c e r Pa y m e n t Options alone. When the continaccess=subscriber section=opinion,none,none

Better Farming Trains From 1914 to 1922, Better Farming Trains toured the province. The trains, sponsored by the College of Agriculture, the provincial government and the railways, brought he latest agricultural information to the rural population of Saskatchewan. The trains had up to seventeen rail cars with displays, demonstrations, lecture rooms, crop and horticultural samples, appliances for farm and home, and first class examples of livestock and poultry. They were a one-stop shop attended and appreciated by thousands. The Better Farming train was not an original idea. Mr. A.N. Shaw of the Animal Husbandry Department was in charge and he had done the same work for the Great Northern Railway in the Western United States. The arrival of the Better Farming Train was a major social and educational event in small town Saskatchewan- most of the population dressed up in their Sunday best and came to look and learn. In 1916, 56 stops brought out nearly 23,000 people and in 1920 there were 62 stops with a total attendance of 25,000. Women were not forgotten. A car was devoted to Home Economics with Mrs. Jean Archibald in charge. A special nursery car insured that farm women could come in large numbers and enjoy the cars of specific interest to them – a rare treat in those days. After the Better Farming Train concept ended, a scaled down version continued until 1928. The University of Saskatchewan Department of Extension and the Saskatchewan Department of Agriculture staff used separate cars to cover single topics such as livestock, field husbandry, dairy, weeds and others. The 1927 forage crops car stopped at 37 stations with a total attendance of 4676.

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gency fund drops below the fund cap, monies from the pooling account and other sources flow into it. The CWB requests to raise the cap from $60 million to $90 million were refused time after time. When the government knew it had a majority, and without consulting with or informing the directors, they raised the cap to $200 million. This $200 million is now being used to downsize the single desk monopoly and finance an open market new entity. Mr. Ritz’s office quotes that Australia now has more export organizations. The farmers that I know in Australia who farm 1,000 to 2,000 cultivated acres say they are worse off with the Australian Wheat Board gone. The eastern farmers got to vote on the issue. We in Western Canada had our democratic rights taken away from us by Ritz’s government. Does Mr. Ritz realize that Quebec farmers have a wheat board for selling their wheat again? It was their decision…. I know one thing — the CWB and all its assets will be long gone within four years. Why? The multinationals will control the grain flow to the CWB and they will starve the CWB. A buyer I know during the past year bought open market organic wheat for just over $8 per bushel and at the same time was paying the CWB over $14 per bu. for hard spring milling

wheat for his company…. So it just goes to show you that the CWB single desk monopoly obtains a premium for western Canadian grain farmers. David Bailey, Saskatoon, Sask.

DECENT RAIL RATES To the Editor: Re: Rail assurances (WP Open Forum letter from Cathy Sproule, Feb. 9). To answer the question, “Who is working to assure Saskatchewan farmers their grain is being transported in the most cost efficient and productive way possible?” First of all, I cannot say that the Canadian Wheat Board has done a great job of assuring that prairie farmers, not just Saskatchewan farmers, have their grain transported in the most cost efficient or productive way possible. Sure, the CWB called for a rail costing review in 2009, and then the CWB and other private agencies found that both the Canadian Pacific Railway and the Canadian National Railway have been stealing from prairie farmers for the past 20 years. Good to know that we are paying too much. Did anybody do anything about this? No, because the prices of grain went

OPINION up in 2010, so this railway transportation problem has been put in the bottom of everybody’s drawer. The price of railway transportation hasn’t changed in the past five years. I am still paying $44 per tonne CWB freight charges. On Feb. 16, No. 1 red spring wheat, 13.5 percent protein, delivered in Tisdale brought an elevator price of $260 per tonne, CWB fixed price $240 per tonne minus $10 per tonne base, CWB PRO $237 per tonne. So the calculation is easy and you don’t have to worry about locking a good base or even the headaches of dealing with the CWB. I have to say that the construction and enlargement of canola crushers in Saskatchewan is the best thing that happened for prairie farmers in years. I think the end of the CWB monopoly can only bring us good sales opportunities and diverse grain pro-

cessors. I have no worries that the grain elevator companies will put pressure on the railway to have decent freight rates and great service, more than the CWB ever had. Christophe Rey, Tisdale, Sask.

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chemical laced products. I have no faith whatsoever in the agencies governing the amount of chemicals deemed safe for consumption. Programs such as Marketplace on CBC uncover food advertising scams every week. Watch the DVDs Frankensteer and The World According to Monsanto if you want more information on what is not good for us. Elaine Sloan, Busby, Alta.

To the Editor: The writers of the Open Forum article “Organic food not safer than conventional” in the Jan. 5 WP must live in a bubble. Of course we all know that many agriculture programs are sponsored by chemical companies, so don’t bite the hand that feeds you. The main reason people grow their own food is so they are not eating

POTENTIALLY POWERLESS To the Editor: Why does Gerry Ritz still pretend? (WP Feb. 9). Even he can’t still believe his own hype. So what if the Canadian Wheat Board still has the same address and letterhead? The CWB’s identity was

inextricably entwined with its single desk status. The loss of that which specifically defined the CWB makes (it) something totally new — new and possibly powerless. Even if the new CWB can keep most of its impressive talent pool, a canny bunch of marketers with no leverage to get grain to port is as useful as a hot rod with no wheels. It’s good for parts only. Mr. Ritz says the new CWB has even more tools in its toolbox. Ha! The crowbar the CWB used to have to pry more money out of foreign buyers has been replaced with a handful of dental picks. It is true enough, as Mr. Ritz alludes, that the contingency fund is built of the losses of people who thought they could market better than the CWB, but Mr. Bailey is also correct in that our money is gone. What does it matter that the money is still neatly in the safe when Harper’s hoodlums

have stolen the whole safe? I used to elect directors to run my board for me, now government appointed yesmen run it for the government. Mr. Ritz would also have us all believe that Australia has increased wheat tonnage because of the loss of its single desk, but the truth is that it has just come out of a huge drought. Price comparisons to U.S. wheat shows that the relative value of Australian wheat crashed when the Australian Wheat Board was lost, and though it climbed back some, it didn’t quite make it back to where it was. Did anyone else notice the article on page 5 that said that the value of our high protein bread wheat is now going to be so low that we will switch to feed wheat? Glenn Tait, Meota, Sask.

EASTER | BEYOND THE GARDEN

Reflections on paradise SPIRITUAL VIGNETTES

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n the beginning, (it seems) an earth-embracing, beauty-loving, justice-seeking Christianity was practiced,” according to the thoughtful book Saving Paradise. “No images of Jesus dead existed in church art for the first 1,000 years.” Instead, “churches filled spaces with (artful) images of paradise as (in) this world. If we read the story of the Bible as the struggle for paradise, we can uncover a life-affirming understanding of Christian faith.” This is the central thesis that scholar and author Rita Brock will be presenting when she speaks about her work in Edmonton in May. What does the creation and the story of the garden have to tell us about how to live? How can we reclaim and tend the paradise in this world? What is it that goes wrong when we leave the garden? These are questions I long to ask at these lectures. Beginning in the 12th century, Christians shifted their thinking from a paradise-centred emphasis in this world to crucifixion-centred thinking, where salvation was seen to be won in the afterlife. Later, social justice movements in the 19th and 20th centuries sought to create the Kingdom of God “on earth as in heaven.” It is a challenge to think outside the box as this writer and lecturer invites us to do. Today, Christianity has been made to become so synonymous with the cross. Therefore, we can hardly believe the first crucifix was not found until 965 AD in Germany, and that earlier artistic representations of Jesus have to do primarily with his teaching and his healing, but not with his death. Is it possible for us, as we move through the Lenten-Easter journey, to focus on love, justice, non-violence and freedom and give thanks for our God-given earthly paradise? access=subscriber section=opinion,none,none

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

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POLITICS | BIOTECH MEETING

Biotechnology study victim of partisan politics Committee’s work ends | Work, travel time, costs all for naught after the Commons committee work shelved BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

A five-week House of Commons agriculture committee study of biotechnology that consumed 10 meetings and more than $36,000 plus salaries last year was quietly shelved by Conservatives unhappy with its direction. It was a victim of the partisanship that can sometimes derail Parliament Hill. Dozens of witnesses including scientists, farmers and anti-GMO lobbyists had testified over 10 meetings. The committee travelled to the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Guelph for elaborate tours and briefings by scientists. But by March 24, 2011, with election fever in the air, hearings had descended into partisan farce. It was the last pre-election meeting on the issue and when MPs returned to Parliament Hill last September, opposition MPs say they asked at a private committee planning committee to hold several more meetings so the hearing could be complete and a report written with recommendations. The new Conservative majority on the committee vetoed the idea. The hearings ended and while the

Federal Conservatives were unhappy with biotech study. | transcripts remain public, no report was written and the days of work, travel, staff costs and witness time was sidelined. It began well as a bipartisan effort proposed jointly by Saskatchewan Conservative MP Randy Hoback and Ontario Liberal Frank Valeriote. It ended in stalemate and partisanship. Now, both sides point the finger at the other. Valeriote says it was killed because of Conservative reluctance to see the debate over genetically modified foods become prominent.

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“This is not being pursued because the government doesn’t have the will to do it, to even debate possible restrictions on introducing new GM products,” said the Guelph Liberal. “They would prefer to let it go largely unregulated and unbridled. It is a shame because I thought we had good information and could have proposed ways to see the two sides find some bridges.” New Democrat agriculture critic Malcolm Allen also blamed the Conservatives. “Somebody decided we didn’t

need to finish this,” he said in an interview. “Would I be in favour of having the biotech study completed? Of course I would. All that time and money and witness expertise has been cast aside.” For his part, Hoback says he also wanted to see the study completed and he suggested it did not go ahead because the NDP was reluctant to pick up where the committee had left off because it had new members on committee as the official opposition who had no experience on the file. “I just find it disappointing because a couple more meetings would have let us get some resolutions and head to a report,” he said. “But that evidence is there and hopefully we can pull it forward in other ways.” With conflicting versions, the story of who voted against resurrecting the study and why remains hidden in the minutes of the closed autumn committee planning meeting. But as hearings ended in acrimony last year, Conservative MPs clearly thought the hearings were being hijacked by GM concerns. There had been evidence about the potential for biotech processes and products, the need for more support to translate discovery into products, the need for rules on low-level pres-

ence of GM material in export shipments and the need for both sides to work together. Instead, the last several meetings were derailed by an opposition insistence that MPs vote on a Liberal motion calling for a moratorium on introducing GM alfalfa and a Conservative filibuster to block the nonbinding vote that the opposition would have won. Tempers were brittle with namecalling and accusation in the preelection mood. “I’m sick of childishness on both sides,” Conservative chair Larry Miller growled March 24 during what would turn out to be the last meeting on the topic. As witnesses from the canola industry and Grain Growers of Canada sat listening at the witness table, it got nasty. When Miller’s translation service was not working and he asked Bloc Québécois France Bonsant to start her statement again, she snarled that it is supposed to be a bilingual country. Miller protested that he wished he could speak French. “Stop wishing and start learning,” she snapped. “I learned English, Mr. Miller.” And so it ended.

TASK FORCE | DISEASE

Recommendations fall short: bison producer Disease preventable | Legislated buffer zone wanted access=subscriber section=news,livestock,none

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A Saskatchewan task force looking into malignant catarrhal fever didn’t go far enough with its recommendations, says a bison producer who has lost an animal to the disease. Robert Johnson, who raises bison in southeastern Saskatchewan, has gone to court unsuccessfully to try to force the provincial Agricultural Operations Review Board to hear his concerns about an adjacent sheep farm. Sheep carry the MCF virus but are not harmed by it and display no clinical signs. But the disease is fatal to bison, which are highly susceptible to it. There is no treatment or vaccine. Johnson has said he would like to see a legislated buffer zone between sheep and bison of at least five kilometres. MCF is spread through the air. His bison pastures are within that distance from his neighbour’s sheep. The pasture where the calf died is within one kilometre of the sheep. “This is not a natural disease of bison and it is 100 percent preventable,” he said. Wendy Wilkins, provincial disease surveillance veterinarian and a member of the task force, said there are one or two confirmed cases of MCF each year and sheep would be the culprit. The fact Johnson lost a bison bull calf in December is unfortunate but within the norm, she said. Between 1998 and 2011 there were

43 confirmed cases in the province; half of these were part of a November 2000 outbreak at an auction mart where bison and sheep were assembled in the same space one day apart. Although they were never in direct contact with each other they did share the air. Wilkins said a buffer zone wouldn’t necessarily prevent future deaths. The Rural Municipality of Brokenshell, in the Weyburn area, has passed a bylaw stating that bison and sheep are to be pastured a minimum of five km apart and the pasture established first takes precedence. Johnson said that could be a model for others. The task force report made several recommendations, including the implementation of a provincial notifiable disease list that would include MCF, provincial support for research into causes of bison deaths when those bison are in varying degrees of proximity to sheep, education and awareness programs by both the bison and sheep producers’ associations and financial support from the province to develop biosecurity standards and best practices. Agriculture minister Bob Bjornerud announced that $300,000 would be available to fund research projects on MCF. He also renewed the $50,000 annual funding to the Western College of Veterinary Medicine’s Disease Investigation Unit for three more years.

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COMMODITY CLASSIC | RIVER SYSTEMS

Transportation slowed by deteriorating U.S. infrastructure BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — American farmers say crumbling infrastructure on the country’s major river systems is hampering their ability to export grain and oilseeds. Some of the locks and dams on the Mississippi River are 50 years old, far exceeding their intended lifespan. “It has deteriorated to the point that it is in danger of experiencing catastrophic failure, which would cripple our domestic supply of grain,” said Danny Murphy, first vice-president of the American Soybean Association (ASA). River channels are also in rough shape. The maximum allowable draft on the Mississippi near Baton

Rouge, Louisiana, was recently reduced to 44 feet from 46 feet, which means barges can’t carry as many soybeans as they once did. Legislation authorizing $2.2 billion US to be spent upgrading locks and dams on the Mississippi was passed in 2007, but the bill was never funded. Garry Niemeyer, president of the National Corn Growers Association,

spent 10 years helping draft the bill, but it has lost traction in Washington where cost-cutting is the mantra of the day. “We had 406 congressmen on board and 83 senators and right now with no money, nobody wants to talk to us,” he said during a news conference at the 2012 Commodity Classic. ASA president Steve Wellman said

this is a critical issue for the soybean industry, which exports more product than any other agricultural commodity group. “About 60 percent of our exports still go down those river systems,” he said. Wellman would also like Congress to approve the Realize America’s Ma r i t i m e P ro m i s e b i l l , w h i c h addresses the dredging issue.

The Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund collects $1.5 billion a year, half of which is used to dredge the Mississippi. The other half goes into a general operating fund. The proposed legislation would ensure all of the money is spent on dredging, but it was part of a surface transportation bill that got hung up on the floor of the House and is now being reworked.

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TELEMIRACLE | FUNDRAISER

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Saskatchewan’s long-running Kinsmen Telemiracle raised a record $5.9 million last weekend, thanks in large part to donations from people in agriculture. The largest single donation was a bequest from the late Roy Wudrick, a cattle producer from the Rural Municipality of Aberdeen, who left $1.46 million to the annual telethon that raises money to help people with special needs. It also provides money for medical equipment and travel costs related to accessing certain equipment and procedures. Viterra Inc. chief executive officer Mayo Schmidt presented a cheque for $418,000 on behalf of the company and about 5,600 shareholders who held fewer than 99 shares. The company announced a charity program last summer, in which shareholders who held shares that couldn’t be traded as a 100-share block could donate them. The brokerage fee was waived and donors received a tax receipt. The company contributed $100,000 as incentive and shareholders responded, Schmidt said. He wasn’t surprised. “One thing that I’ve learned over my years living in Saskatchewan and being a Canadian,” he said, “(is) never underestimate the Saskatchewan support. When there’s a challenge they rise to the occasion and they participate.” S c h m i d t s a i d p re s e nt i n g t h e cheque and hearing stories about how the money helps was an emotional experience. “It’s just heartbreaking,” he said of some of the stories he heard. Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan twice issued challenges to people phoning in to donate. Each time the company offered to match up to $250,000 the donations received within one hour. Both challenges were successful, resulting in a $500,000 contribution from the company to match the $500,000 raised by donors. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

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NEWS RESEARCH | COMMUNICATION

Ottawa accused of muzzling scientists Sharing research findings | Some ignore federal edict BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

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Troy Prosofsky, right, of the Canola Council of Canada talks with producers at the council’s booth during the Ag Expo in Lethbridge, Feb. 29. | BARB GLEN PHOTO

Look up and live. Large equipment and overhead power lines can put your safety at risk. When moving large equipment, always lower it ﬁrst. Know the location of overhead power lines on your farm, and plan your route in advance to avoid them as much as possible. Exercise caution, and always think safety ﬁrst. If you contact a power line, stop. Stay in your vehicle. Keep others away, and call 911 immediately.

A researcher with Agriculture Canada agrees with a recent editorial in the prominent journal Nature, which accuses the Canadian government of muzzling its scientists. “We (Agriculture Canada) are a publicly funded institution and what we do should be communicated to the public freely, without restrictions,” said the scientist, who noted that department researchers must jump through “hula hoops” if they want to talk to journalists. “This is not only my experience, this is the experience of other people in the department.” Scientists contacted for this story spoke on condition of anonymity. The researcher’s comments were in response to an editorial in the March 1 issue of Nature, which said federal government scientists, who were once free to speak with reporters, now need permission from a government media relations officer before talking to journalists. On occasion, government scientists have not been permitted to speak to the media, including David Tarasick, an Environment Canada scientist who wasn’t allowed to talk about his published research on the ozone hole above the Arctic. While the government rarely prohibits Agriculture Canada scientists from speaking with The Western Producer, some reporters with the paper have waited a week, or longer, to receive approval for an interview. Lengthy delays and the burdensome process of communicating with federal government scientists was highlighted in the Nature editorial. “Policy directives and e-mails obtained from the government through freedom of information

reveal a confused and Byzantine approach to the press, prioritizing message control and showing little understanding of the importance of the free flow of scientific knowledge,” the editorial said. The Agriculture Canada researcher said that applies to Agriculture Canada researchers. “There are hurdles … and if a subject is controversial, you won’t be able to jump over that hurdle.” He said it’s ridiculous that Agriculture Canada scientists need permission to answer questions about their work or to explain research published in public journals. “Somebody (needs to) translate that for a layperson because that layperson’s taxes goes to support my activities.” Other Agriculture Canada scientists were less concerned about the federal government’s insistence that scientists notify communication specialists before speaking with journalists. One scientist said it isn’t an issue at his research centre, while another said she ignores the government policy, partly out of habit because previous governments never restricted Agriculture Canada scientists. However, she does worry she may be disciplined for speaking with the media. Stephen Strauss, vice-president of the Canadian Science Writers’ Association, said the federal government’s “muzzling” of scientists is unheard of in other developed countries. “I haven’t heard of the kind of problems we face in Canada anywhere else,” he said, noting U.S. government scientists weren’t entirely free to speak to the media when George W. Bush was president but have been unshackled since president Barack Obama took office. Ottawa did not respond to Producer queries in time for this issue. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

VACCINES | BIOTECHNOLOGY

E. coli vaccine could improve confidence in Canadian cattle BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

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An Ontario biotechnology company is proposing that Ottawa commit up to $50 million to buy doses of a vaccine it has invented to reduce E. coli 0157 bacteria in cattle manure. Rick Culbert, president of the food safety division of Bioniche Life Sciences Inc. told the House of Commons agriculture committee Feb. 29 that the vaccine, if administered to Canada’s entire cattle herd, would increase consumer confidence in the food supply and reduce the estimated $221 million in annual healthcare costs associated with E. coli caused illness from contaminated water and produce. E. coli in the local water supply caused deaths and a public health crisis in Walkerton, Ont., in 2000, while recent years have brought widespread illness from E. coli-con-

taminated vegetables. Culbert wants MPs to recommend that the federal government launch a national voluntary vaccination program, offering to pick up the cost of the drug for farmers who would be reluctant to spend $3 a dose for a procedure that will do nothing to help herd health. He said a national vaccination program would cost $50 million if the entire herd was involved. Culbert said he wasn’t suggesting a government buying program that would benefit only his company. Other companies will be bringing products onto the market, which could expand the choice and reduce the cost. “I wouldn’t expect any government program to mandate one specific vaccine, should any (other) licensed E coli vaccine come on the market,” he said. “Any one of those could be used.” access=subscriber section=news,livestock,none

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BARLEY | NEW VARIETIES

Foreign buyers look to Canada for food barley Interest from Norway, Japan | Norway plans to test high beta-glucan varieties for baking and food processing BY BRIAN CROSS SASKATOON NEWSROOM

BANFF, Alta. — Canadian barley continues to generate interest among niche users who see it as a potentially good fit for distilling and food processing purposes. Barley users from Norway and Japan were among the foreign visitors who attended the prairie grain industry’s annual variety recommending meetings held in Banff in late February. The delegations travelled to Cana-

da to learn more about western Canadian barley and determine whether existing or future varieties offer the end-use qualities they are seeking. The arable land base is small in Norway and the barley industry is looking for ways to maximize the value of Norwegian grain crops. Barley is the largest grain crop grown in Norway, accounting for 500,000 tonnes annually compared to 390,000 tonnes of wheat and 260,000 tonnes of oats. Norwegian barley growers have

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barley varieties that can be used in human food such as bread, muffins, porridge, noodles and tortillas. Canadian barley breeders are world leaders in the development of food barley varieties. To accommodate the growth of food barley, the Canadian Grain Commission will soon introduce a new food barley class that comprises both hulled and hulless varieties. Norwegian barley experts Steiner Weel and John Tingulstad arrived in Banff to take a closer look at Canadian food barley varieties and learn access=subscriber section=news,none,none

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applied with traditional seed treating equipment, and is a seed safe, low dust-off formulation. “We know there aren’t any mixing issues with Rancona® Apex, and the other popular seed treatments all look very good, too,” says Gregory. Proposed mixtures should be evaluated in a jar test before full scale use. Awaken ST is packaged in 2 x 9.46 litre jugs per case with one case treating approximately 180 bushels of wheat seed.

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more about their processing characteristics. Weel and Tingulstad represent a farmer-owned co-operative called Norwegian Food Barley. The two were hoping to acquire certified seed from Western Canada’s most promising hulless, high betaglucan varieties and plant the seed in Norwegian trials to determine their adaptability. Canada and Norway are geographically similar in terms of latitude and seasonality, so there is a reasonable chance that varieties developed in Western Canada will perform well in Norway. Weel said Norwegian bakers and food processors are becoming more aware of the health benefits associated with high beta-glucan barley. In addition to lowering blood cholesterol, it is also useful in maintaining blood sugar levels at a more consistent levels, which is an important consideration for diabetics. “We are looking most likely for hulless varieties with high content of beta glucan because of its health benefits,” said Weel, who met with several Canadian experts including Brian Rossnagel, a world leader in the development of hulless and specialty food varieties. “We are quite sure we will get some samples to take back to Norway for testing under Norwegian conditions. Then we will see how we can cooperate after we see the results.” In Japan, the market for shochi barley is small but offers relatively high returns, said Darcy Kirtzinger, policy and research co-ordinator with the Alberta Barley Commission. Kirtzinger has been leading ABC efforts to expand Canada’s presence in Japan’s shochi barley market. Shochi is a traditional distilled alcohol that is popular among Japan’s male baby boomers. It can be produced from barley, rice, sweet potatoes and buckwheat. Australia is the largest supplier to the Japanese shochi barley market, but Canada is making inroads. The barley commission is involved in a project aimed at expanding Canadian shochi barley sales and identifying new barley lines that are well suited to shochi production. AC Metcalfe has been used in the past, but new varieties are needed to compete with Australian varieties such as Sterling and Schooner. “The idea is that all three of these varieties, AC Metcalfe, Sterling and Schooner, are all approaching their sunset so at some point in the near future, we’re going to have to replace these with new emerging varieties,” Kirtzinger said. The commission is eyeing three new western Canadian lines as potential candidates for shochi production. The fact that Japanese users are involved in Canada’s variety registration process is a promising development, he added. “This is the first time they’ve attended our (variety registration) meetings and it’s also the first year they’ve shown interest in the variety registration process, so it’s a big step for them,” Kirtzinger said. “I think it demonstrates their dedication to Canadian barley and to identifying Canadian varieties that suit their purposes.”

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BARLEY | MARKETING

Dual market best fit for barley: study Two year study | Mandatory price reporting also recommended by barley growers’ report BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

A dual market may be the best option for prairie barley growers, a recent study indicates. A two-year study on the optimal marketing structure for the Canadian barley sector analyzed why more people are not growing it and where new opportunities may present themselves. Conducted by market consultants John DePape, Brian McKenzie and Russ Crawford, the preliminary findings were presented at the recent Western Barley Growers Association convention in Calgary. The final work will be presented to the federal government. The study involved about 80 people from 60 firms that included producers, finance, government, brokers, importers and terminal exporters. Commissioned by the barley growers, the study started two years ago and assessed all market options before the government ended the Canadian Wheat Board monopoly. It found Canada is probably heading toward a dual system with an open market and an entity like the board offering different pricing and risk management tools for pricing. The study predicts under the new system starting in August, farmers will see more contracting and grading options from maltsters. They should see some improved cash market transparency, more market development and better competition. The study recommended mandatory price reporting and reporting on trade volume because voluntary reporting will be sketchy. Improved cash market information is critical. “It is absolutely fundamental to a good market. If you don’t have that information you don’t really have a market,” DePape said. Under a new system more support is needed for varietal research and development to offer different grades of grain to different customers. Australia is beating Canada in the Asian market because it offers a range of grades for different purposes. The study found Canada has a good reputation selling quality wheat and barley to the world. Farmers follow good agronomic practices and there is access to a world class grain handling and transportation system, especially in the last 10 years. Malt barley competes quite well with other crops. It makes money and works well in rotations. However, the market is flat and there is inadequate pricing information. There is a 20 percent selection rate for malt and the rest goes for feed. This discourages farmers from growing it. There are markets looking for different quality malting barleys so there should be a schedule for prices on each type. Feed barley struggles to compete with feed wheat, imported corn and dried distillers grains depending what the market will pay. access=subscriber section=news,crops,markets

“We have to remember it is a competitive market and there are substitutions,” DePape said. The grain handling system is concentrated with Viterra, Cargill and Richardson International controlling 70 percent of the primary elevators and 80 percent of the terminals at the West Coast. However, only 15 percent of the bar-

The barley industry is exploring new ways to attract more growers. | ley crop goes through these companies for export. Most goes to feeders and maltsters so concerns over such control should not pertain to barley. “There are a lot of other markets when it comes to barley. Wheat may be a different story.” Maltsters, grain companies and

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feeders should have to compete for the grain and pay accordingly. “If farmers do not make money at it they are going to grow something else. That is what they have done over the years,” he said. In the past, the wheat board may have found a good sales opportunity

but was often hard pressed to find the supply quickly enough because barley could go in many directions. They str uggled to compete w ith the domestic market. “Guys in the grain trade will tell you our market velocity is going to go up,” he said.

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Home ice advantage The grassroots of curling | The Tonita family barn and farrier supply shop takes on a whole new purpose when curling season arrives | William DeKay photos 1. Five years ago, Laurie Tonita built a nine by three metre indoor rink attached to his horse barn and farrier supply shop. During the winter, the Floral, Sask., family hosts monthly bonspiels for friends and family. Tonita purchased curling stones and cut them in half. Coloured duct tape provides a finished look. The 50-year-old scoreboard came out of an old rink. The ice is less than half the surface of a typical curling rink. “It’s harder than it looks. Even though it’s quite a bit shorter, you still have to be on your game to make the shot,” Tonita said.

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La Nina slows but drags on SYDNEY, Aus. (Reuters) — La Nina continues to decline but still hasn’t lost its punch, says Australia’s weather bureau. The weather phenomenon is linked to heavy rain in the AsiaPacific region and South America and drought in Africa. “While La Nina is clearly on the wane, waters around Australia remain warmer than normal, maintaining the potential for increased rainfall over the continent,” the Australian Bureau of Meteorology said. The influence of La Nina on Australian rainfall and temperature typically peaks during winter to midsummer and then weakens over autumn. Generally favourable growing conditions as summer crops are planted are forecast to drive higher yields and production in Australia’s agricultural belts, according to the Australian Bureau of Agriculture and Resource Economics and Sciences. The upbeat forecasts come despite some eastern Australian farms being inundated with flood rain for a second year running, with at least two more months of the summer wet season to go. The most recent Bureau of Meteorology’s seasonal rainfall outlook for February to April favours wetterthan-average conditions across western Australia. It also forecasts generally average conditions for much of southern and eastern Australia.

2. Tonita pebbles the ice between games using a pebbling can. 3. Tonita’s nine-year-old son, Stefan, curls with his mother, Shelley, in a game while Tonita keeps score. 4. Wayne Wilson of Floral, Sask., delivers a rock during second end play against Shelley Tonita. 5. Tonita enters the names of players for a square draw bonspiel held Feb. 25.

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CANADIAN WHEAT BOARD | COURT INJUNCTION

Former CWB directors ponder future of case Injunction dismissed | Group of ex-directors will likely appeal saying judge misunderstood intent of Section 47.1

The former directors of the Canadian Wheat Board say they will likely continue to pursue legal action against federal agriculture minister Gerry Ritz and the federal government. | FILE PHOTO Toews said plaintiffs in the case were particularly concerned by Perlmutter’s interpretation of Section 47.1 in the former CWB Act. “I guess one of our main concerns is that he … did not understand, in our opinion, the purpose and intent of Section 47.1,” Toews said. Response to Perlmutter’s decision has been mixed. Allan Oberg, another plaintiff and

former chair of the CWB, said he and other displaced CWB directors were disappointed. “As elected representatives of the farm community we (believe) … that our democratic rights have been ignored by the minister of agriculture,” he said. But supporters of the federal legislation endorsed Perlmutter’s decision. In a statement issued late last week,

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Former directors of the Canadian Wheat Board are still weighing their legal options after a failed attempt to get a court injunction blocking Ottawa’s controversial grain marketing law. On Feb. 24, Manitoba Court of Queen’s Bench Justice Shane Perlmutter ruled that plaintiffs seeking the injunction had “failed to demonstrate that there is a serious question to be tried.” But late last week, members of the plaintiffs group said they were still considering their next moves, which might include an appeal of the Perlmutter ruling. The plaintiffs group, comprising eight farmer-elected former wheat board directors who were removed from the C WB’s board in midDecember, met with legal counsel last week and were expected to meet again this week to decide if a formal appeal would be launched. Bill Toews, a Manitoba farmer and former CWB director, said a decision would likely be made this week. “My view is that we will likely appeal because in our opinion and in counsel’s opinion, there were a number of errors that were made in the judgment.”

federal agriculture minister Gerry Ritz applauded the ruling, suggesting it would provide certainty to farmers and grain handlers. “Our government knows that producers need market certainty as they move forward and this decision allows farmers the best possible opportunities to succeed as they transition to an open market,” Ritz said. The Western Canadian Wheat Growers also applauded the ruling, called it a victory for western Canadian grain farmers. “This ruling removes the uncertainty that was overhanging the marketplace,” said Manitoba farmer and WCWG vice-president Rolf Penner. “Farmers and the trade can now be confident in their business decisions, knowing that an open market for wheat and barley is no longer in doubt.” Plaintiffs in the case argued that the federal government ignored existing laws when it passed Bill C-18, which will end the wheat board’s monopoly over wheat and malting barley as of Aug. 1. Their case was based on the assertion that Ottawa contravened Section 47.1 of the former Canadian Wheat Board Act by refusing to hold a producer referendum before making major changes to the wheat board’s

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SHALE GAS TECHNOLOGY | FERTILIZER PRICES

Farmers stand to gain from shale gas technology Cheaper fertilizer | The technology drills into rock and removes the natural gas, a major component in fertilizer BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

The shale gas revolution has suddenly flipped North America from being one of the most expensive places to produce fertilizer to among the world’s cheapest. That’s drawing interest from manufacturers to boost production here, which might give prairie farmers a crucial competitive advantage in the cutthroat world of global trade. “This has turned completely upside down the market and now gas is abundantly available,” Bartolomeo Pescio, manager of global fertilizer giant Yara’s North American operations, which purchased SaskFerco in 2008, told the Canadian Association of Agri-Retailers convention in Winnipeg Feb. 23. “Gas prices in North America are much more competitive compared with the rest of the world.” Natural gas is the key component of some fertilizers, and energy prices are important overall because fertilizer production uses lots of energy. Pescio said cheap natural gas in North America is allowing most fertilizer producers to design expansions for their existing plants and also consider building new ones. “We are looking into this and would really like to expand capacity in North America if it makes economic sense,” said Pescio in an interview following his speech. “There is a change in the trend of closing down capacity to a trend where definitely capacity will stay on stream and there is a potential for expansion.” He said fertilizer companies aren’t rushing to build new plants because of the enormous cost and many-year payback required to justify them. They must be extremely cautious with their assumptions and get the long term economics right. “What is going to happen in five years is difficult to predict,” said Pescio. “Whether this (expansion) will truly happen is not clear, but the dimension of these projects is enormous and before it comes on stream it will take at least five years.” The long-term availability and price of natural gas is the key economic consideration. Shale gas technology has radically cut prices in North America, but that might not become permanent as other parts of the world adopt the approach. “The temporary differences might balance out. That is what is under evaluation,” said Pescio. Shale gas extraction has so radically changed energy production that the United States became a net energy exporter in 2011. That means North American prices are no longer set as an import market, based on world prices plus transportation costs of getting energy to North America, but as an export market, where the price is the world market price minus transportation costs. Shale gas technology involves breaking natural gas and other forms of energy out of the rocks in which they are trapped. It has released massive amounts of energy reserves from the bedrock lying under Nor th America. Sizeable reserves are being developed in Pennsylvania and Ohio, have been found but not developed in access=subscriber section=news,none,none section=news,news,none

New York state and have caused an economic renaissance in North Dakota. But the North Dakota development is just at the edge of a massive basin of shale gas reserves that covers much of Western Canada, offering the promise of decades of cheap natural gas. The low prices can hinder drilling because they make it less profitable, but the economics of shale gas drilling depend on a favourable return from both natural gas and natural gas liquids. There is often enough return and profit in the liquids alone to justify

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the costs, with the natural gas being simply an additional source of revenue. “What is happening is that in the so-called ‘wet wells,’ natural gas is containing energy that can be stripped and that alone pays for drilling,” said Pescio.

It is easy to project today’s good economics far out into the future, but Pescio said he and other producers of fertilizer are cautious. If natural gas is so cheap now, people might stop producing it. Or they might find a way to arbitrage the difference between cheap natural gas and expensive petroleum products. At the Grainworld conference the week after Pescio spoke at CAAR, former Saskatchewan premier Grant Devine discussed the gains that could come to farmers if cheap natural gas could be used to replace more expensive diesel fuel on farms. “Over time it’s easy to predict that

demand and offer will again find a balance,” said Pescio. The stunning turnaround in energy production economics in North America is evident in the fact that a decade ago people were building expensive liquefied natural gas import facilities, but now North America is exporting liquefied natural gas. For farmers, the long-term gain from shale gas appears to be the return of long-term competitiveness in fertilizer prices promised by the evening out of energy prices and the expansion of North American fertilizer capacity.

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VARIABLE RATE FERTILIZER TECHNOLOGY| VIABILITY

Don’t go overboard on VRF technology, warns expert Too much hype? | Soil on some farms may not vary enough to warrant the cost BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

CALGARY — Variable rate fertilizer technology can be expensive, says Alberta Agriculture research scientist Ross McKenzie, which is one big reason to approach it with caution. At $10 to $12 per acre, the technological cost can’t exceed the value of potential benefits, he said. As a result, producers should walk before they run into full-scale VRF. “My concern, then, is a clash between scientific knowledge and marketing. Is the marketing promoting VRF technology beyond realistic and scientific capabilities? I want you to think long and hard about that.” McKenzie told the Precision Ag 2.0 conference Feb. 23 that many factors influence soil variability, and VRF technology will not allow farmers to control all of them. In theory, the greater the soil variability, the greater potential for VRF benefits, but that depends on the accuracy and correct interpretation of the data derived from soil maps and other measurements. He said soil factors that should be considered when developing a VRF strategy include plant-available nutrients, organic matter, texture, water content at time of seeding, pH, profile depths to the C horizon, past erosion, salinity, surface water drainage and topography. VRF has the best potential in the ground moraine and hummocky moraine soil types of the Northern Great Plains, McKenzie said. Lacustrine and fluvial lacustrine soils are less likely to benefit. A field’s topography is also crucial. Knolls typically have thin topsoil, lower organic matter, poorer soil structure and lower water infiltration and water holding capacity. Lower areas generally have the opposite properties. McKenzie said grid soil sampling in combination with soil mapping would likely provide the best data for creating soil management zones, but grid sampling can be time and cost prohibitive. He suggested aerial photos combined with farmer knowledge of the field as a starting point, followed by information from topography maps derived from on-board GPS. Electrical conductivity tests provide data on salinity, while remote sensing imagery during crop growth can identify parts of the field with measurable different productivity. Yield maps, though poorly correlated to soil type, can also be helpful, McKenzie said. That data, combined with the results of soil sample tests, should allow the creation of specific soil management zones. Various companies offer agronomic services to interpret data and help farmers create these zones, but McKenzie advised caution there, too. “I heard some pretty scary things yesterday about how fertilizer recommendations are developed,” he said about the Feb. 22 conference sessions. “The biggest concern I have is the variation among agronomists on access=subscriber section=news,crops,none

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how they make their recommendations.” He encouraged producers to con-

sider available soil moisture before developing their fertilizer plan, and to fertilize according to reasonable yield expectations. Those considering VRF should start on a small scale, use logic to create management zones and consider their own experience and knowledge about that particular field. “We have great engineering technology for VRF. But are the soils on your farm varied enough to consider VRF? If so, start small. Expand as you develop knowledge and expertise,” McKenzie said.

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SOIL TESTING | COLLECTING SAMPLES

Grid soil sampling has limitations but still beneficial, says scientist Some scientists’ recommendations on sampling rates would be overly expensive BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

Testing is useful to determine soil variability but experts are at odds over how many samples are needed for an accurate assessment. | FILE PHOTO

CALGARY — A good understanding of a farm’s soil is the foundation to accurate variable rate fertilizing, and soil sampling is key. But how much sampling is required to obtain reliable results that can be used for a precision agriculture management zone? A lot, says Raj Khosla, a Colorado State professor and president of the

International Society of Precision Agriculture. Khosla, keynote speaker at the Feb. 22-23 Precision Ag 2.0 conference, related results of a colleague’s field research showing soil variability exists in every square foot of a field. In his own research, he has found variability while sampling a quarter section in grids of 75 metres by 75 metres, taking four soil cores for every 7.5 acres. Some soil scientists recommend

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sampling in seven metre grid squares, which would mean 10,000 soil samples in a 136 acre field. Obviously, such sampling is labour and cost prohibitive, said Khosla. “The take-home for you is, I know a lot of you are doing grid soil sampling. I’m not a great proponent of that. Grid soil sampling is great when you do it at the right scale. If you’re not doing it at the right scale … it has no meaning.” Khosla said research has found that electrical conductivity (EC) soil mapping is as good as grid-based soil sampling about 87 percent of the time, so that can be an option to extensive core sampling. Ross McKenzie, a research scientist with Alberta Agriculture, told the conference that grid soil sampling is useful, and there is little benefit in being overly precise. He said it isn’t reasonable to farm every square foot of the field differently, regardless of what variable rate fertilizing field maps may suggest. If producers can accurately identify three or four management zones within a field, “that’s probably a step ahead of what we have been doing.” McKenzie advised taking 15 to 20 core samples from each zone at sixinch depths up to 24 inches deep. Use proper equipment and handle the samples properly. Send the samples to a reputable soil testing lab, preferably in Western Canada so the extraction methods used are calibrated to western Canadian soil types. Analysis of samples from six and 12-inch depths should include nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, sulfur, pH, electrical conductivity and micronutrient content. The deeper cores should be analyzed for nitrogen, sulfur, pH and EC. Khosla said in an interview that the limits of grid soil sampling must be understood by those planning to use VRF technology. “People are aware of the variability in the field. We think it’s a continuum, but it changes dramatically,” Khosla said. “I was showing you the limitations associated with large scale grid soil sampling. There’s nothing wrong with grid soil sampling if it is done at the right scale. I’m not quite sure if most people realize that it does take that kind of soil sampling to capture accurately what’s out there.” McKenzie also spoke about the value of small plot research as opposed to field-scale trials that were praised at various conference sessions. “If you can’t get response from fertilizer on small plots, carefully measured, then how can you do it with big equipment? If you think so, you’re kidding yourself.”

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ONTARIO FARM PROGRAM | BUDGET CUTS

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Ontario’s unique Risk Management Program is in the crosshairs as finance minister Dwight Duncan prepares to introduce a budget aimed at trimming the province’s $16 billion deficit. It is the country’s only cost-of-production-based farm support program outside supply management, funded by the province and farmers as a key 2011 provincial election promise to rural Ontario. And it is under attack. Former federal bureaucrat and senior bank economist Don Drummond, hired by premier Dalton McGuinty to design a road to fiscal health, has argued that the RMP should be reviewed because it supports farmers without forcing them to innovate. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture insists it is a vital farm business risk management program that must be preserved in the budget. Rookie Ontario agriculture minister Ted McMeekin sounds supportive but non-committal. It will not be his decision. “It’s not our government’s intention to abandon our agri-industry,” he said. “Our government wants to help move forward and to set the table for that so any change to the existing RMP arrangement will be done in consultation and collaboration with the stakeholders.” So does that mean he expects the impending provincial budget to undermine RMP funding? McMeekin said nobody supports “a dysfunctional status quo, so where there are areas where we can make things better and ultimately more productive, we’ll come to that point by talking to each other,” he said. “But on a straight-up level, it is not our intention to abandon risk management.” RMP has been controversial since Ontario created it more than three years ago as a program that allows farmers to buy income insurance based in part on cost of production. A succession of recent Ontario agriculture ministers have supported the program and argued that Ottawa should pay 60 percent of the cost under its “agriflexibility” program. The federal Conservatives have refused, arguing COP-based support could trigger trade countervail challenges. It means the program has had just the Ontario 40 percent funding. The OFA argued in late February that the provincial budget should “make strategic investments and practice good government,” which includes continuing to fund the RMP. “As our members know, this program is vital to farm business management, not as an income support program as noted in the (Drummond) report, but rather as a tool that helps producers manage risks beyond their control like fluctuating costs and market prices,” said OFA president Mark Wales. Drummond saw the program differently, as an “illustrative example” of the kind of business subsidy the province should be reconsidering. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

“Programs like the RMP serve to support the status quo,” he wrote in his wide-ranging prescription for finding billions of dollars in savings. “By focusing the program objective on maintenance, not improvement, it provides businesses with no incentive to increase efficiency or expand markets, the very activities necessary to increase incomes and jobs. ” Drummond argued that as an alternative, the government should encourage investments in “equipment and process improvements that help farmers become more competitive and less sensitive to shifting costs.”

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Kaila Mussell of Chilliwack, B.C., was ready to hang up her bucking saddle and call it a day. Plagued by injuries and the stress of competing in a male-dominated sport while living on spare change, she was packing her bags for a more lucrative job in the oilfields of northern Alberta. But then Saddle Bronc Girl, a song written about her by legendary Alberta cowboy Ian Tyson, opened the chute for another try. “It was such an honour to have him write about me. When the song came out, I was at my lowest,” said Mussell, the only professional female saddle bronc rider in North America. She is now back on the circuit with a fresh attitude, and it’s paying off — Mussell has been placing in the money. “I’m following my heart. I know where I want to be.” She’s hoping the path will take her to the Canadian Finals in Edmonton in November. Mussell earned her pro card in 2003 after a few years on the amateur circuit. She was forced to compete against the men in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association because the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association does not include saddle bronc riding. She said she didn’t set out to make a point that women could do anything men could do. Instead, she was attracted to the saddle bronc event because of its stylish form, which seemed a natural for her. Mussell was raised in a rodeo family. Her father rode saddle broncs and bulls, her mother and sister were barrel racers and her brother was a bronc rider, steer wrestler and calf roper. Riding since she was six, Mussell

competed in vaulting, jumping and three-day eventing. She was a trick rider at the Calgary Stampede from 1996 to 1999, riding her own Quarter horses, Katie and Sumas. But saddle bronc riding, the signature event of professional rodeo, was her passion. “My dad said it was sort of like a dance between the rider and horse. You just follow its lead.” With his guidance and support, she began competing after attending bronc riding schools. And she got hurt just like the best of them. By the time she turned pro, she had a torn ACL and knee surgery, a foreshadowing of what was yet to come. She made headlines in 2002 after coming in fourth in Prineville, Oregon, and became a valid member of the PRCA after finishing in the top money at a few more events. “She’s pretty tough. She can ride with the boys, that’s for sure,” fourtime PRCA world champion bareback rider Bobby Mote said at the time. Even though other women, such as Bonnie McCarroll, rode broncs in the early 1900s, Mussell is the only woman who has ever competed professionally in modern-day bronc riding. “The others rode old-style, where the stirrups were hobbled, or riders just stayed on until the horse stopped bucking,” she said. “And today’s rodeo stock is of much higher quality bloodlines. They are bred to buck.” Mussell recently appeared as McCarroll in Oh, You Cowgirl! a documentary about early 20th century cowgirls, and she is featured in Reba McEntire’s music video, I’m Gonna Take That Mountain. Mussell placed in the top third of the field in her first year, often just out of the money. Only five foot, two inches, she kept fit by power lifting access=subscriber section=news,livestock,none

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FAR LEFT: Kaila Mussell, the only female professional saddle bronc rider in North America, sports chaps with the Canadian maple leaf as she prepares to saddle her bronc. Mussell changed her mind about quitting rodeo when Alberta cowboy singer Ian Tyson composed and sang a tune about her called Saddle Bronc Girl. The song was released in October, and Mussell returned to the rodeo circuit in February | RIDER PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTOS

NEAR LEFT: Successfully finishing her eight-second ride, Mussell gets a hand from the pick-up man. RIGHT: Mussell visualizes each ride, blocking out the mind chatter so she can focus.

and core exercises. She is a certified personal trainer and ran marathons and practised martial arts. She shunned junk food, drinking protein beverages. For five years, she lived in Texas, at the heart of the sport. However, the pressure she put on herself began to take its toll, as did the mounting travelling expenses. She was sidelined by injuries, with three shoulder operations, one that came after catching her right foot in the chute gate. Needing to rehabilitate mentally and physically, she headed home two years ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had to think whether I wanted to do this for another 11 years.â&#x20AC;? She rode amateur again in 2010, and in 2011 qualified for the Indian Finals Rodeo in New Mexico. And then Ian Tyson immortalized her in his song, Saddle Bronc Girl. He visited her in the spring, and the tune was released in late October. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For someone who doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really know me, he did a phenomenal job. He encompassed who I am.â&#x20AC;? At Christmas, her aunt bought her the domain name www.saddle broncgirl.com. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The song helped me realize I still had a lot more left in me, so I turned things around. My head is right. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got my glitches sorted out.â&#x20AC;? She also made adjustments to her saddle, narrowing it to accommodate her small stature. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just a short little munchkin,â&#x20AC;? she said with a laugh. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And we moved the cantle back because it was pushing me. The difference has been like night and day.â&#x20AC;? Since February, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been logging the miles on the pro rodeo road in Florida, Georgia and Texas. She recently placed second in Davie, Fla., and just signed on with Team Phoenix, an all-Indian rodeo team based out of Oregon. Mussell is a member of British Columbiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stole First Nation. The team supports its members by picking up entry fees and travel costs, which is a significant help when a rider is without a sponsor.Â Â Now, when sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the chutes, she visualizes the ride, keeping her nerves settled. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I stop all the mind chatter. I stay relaxed. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m just going with the flow and enjoying the ride and journey along the way,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everything is falling into place. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a long time coming, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kind of cool.â&#x20AC;?

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Fun on and off the ice Mild weather greeted players and fans to the sixth annual Skate the Lake pond hockey tournament held on Lake Minnedosa, Man., Feb. 18-19. Fifteen adult and 15 youth teams of four players took part. The event raised more than $7,000 for the local community. | Sandy Black photos

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lion tonnes in 2011. Ukraine consumes 26 million tonnes of grain per season. Farm minister Mykola Prysyazhnyuk has said Ukraine could harvest up to 16 million tonnes of wheat. Ukraine needs 12 million tonnes, including six million tonnes of milling wheat per season for domestic consumption. Winter grains have been damaged by drought and cold, meaning farmers will have to reseed large areas in the spring. Sukhomlin said up to 8.6 million acres could be reseeded this spring and about 3.5 million acres of those would be replaced with corn. He said farms were likely to thresh 11.1 to 12.4 million acres of winter wheat this year, compared to about 16 million acres in 2011.

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BISON | BANFF

Plan to bring bison into park debated Concerns of landowners, forestry, recreation and energy industries must be addressed BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

COCHRANE, Alta. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bison could be roaming Banff National Park by 2014. Federal environment minister Peter Kent announced the plan to bring Plains bison back to the park at the end of January. How e v e r, s o m e o f t h e p a rk â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neighbours are questioning the animalsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; health status and whether fences could keep the animals from wandering into ranchlands and settled areas where they might meet livestock and share diseases. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been a restoration done in the last 40 years that I am aware of, that put diseased animals down on the ground,â&#x20AC;? said Cliff White of the Canadian Rockies Bison Initiative. The proposal to bring the bison back to Banff was discussed at a meeting in Cochrane Feb. 24. Further public meetings will be held as the proposal develops more details. White said bison once dominated the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains, but elk are now the most populous large mammal. A 2010 study published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature said diseases are common in the Plains bison herds of Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park/National Elk Refuge in the United States. Both herds have brucellosis, while the Wood bison in and around Wood Buffalo National Park in northern Alberta have tuberculosis and brucellosis. The study said disease issues often tr ump conser vation concerns because powerful agricultural interests insist on careful selection of stock with testing and health monitoring of the herds. Parks Canada already manages bison in six national parks: Elk Island, Wood Buffalo, Nahanni, Prince Albert, Grasslands and Waterton. There is a large population of landowners, communities, recreationists, agricultural, forestry, and oil and gas industries on Banff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eastern boundary whose interests must be considered and protected, said the proposal from Parks Canada. About 100 head from Elk Island National Park would be sent to the park. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hoped fences and natural barriers such as lakes and mountains would keep them enclosed in about 3,000 sq. kilometres of the eastern park. Jennifer Fraser of Cochrane said fences may not hold back the bison, which could escape if there is not enough forage. Bringing the bison back is a good idea, she added, but they need to be inoculated against disease in the same way as cattle to protect Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s animal health status. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then if a buffalo gets out, at least theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going to infect the cattle industry,â&#x20AC;? she said. Erik Butters, a rancher and municipal councilor in the Municipal District of Big Horn bordering the park, said the return of bison is inevitable. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think you have to be very cautious, but I am not going to say donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it,â&#x20AC;? he said. The proposal suggests reaching an agreement with First Nations people access=subscriber section=news,news,none

to hunt the bison to keep their numbers in balance. They already take 20 to 30 elk a year under a culling agreement. Butters said animals slaughtered under that agreement should have a blood test for tuberculosis and brucellosis. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m OK with it, but one thing â&#x20AC;Ś if they are going to cull them, test them,â&#x20AC;? he said. Plains and Wood bison roamed the North American continent for thousands of years. They were reduced to about 1,000 by the mid-1800s due to overhunting and have been slowly rebuilt in con-

servation herds and as domestic livestock. There were 400,000 bison in commercial herds in North America as of 2008, but less than 40,000 in conservation herds. More up-to-date numbers on the size of the commercial bison herd will be available in the agriculture census released in May, said Terry Kremeniuk, executive director of the Canadian Bison Association. The association has no qualms about restoring bison to national parks and doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think disease questions are an issue. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As I understand it, these animals

Ranchers are concerned that bison brought into Banff National Park may carry tuberculosis and brucellosis. | FILE PHOTO would be coming out of Elk Island Park and they would be given a clean bill of health before they left,â&#x20AC;? Kremeniuk said.

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TRAINING | FOOD TECHNICIANS

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D R E S D E N, O nt. — A s u d d e n change in the Ontario Federation of Agriculture’s wind energy policy is drawing fire from developers. The president of Sprott Power Corp. says the OFA is gaining a reputation as a NIMBY (not in my-backyard) organization with its position. “Wind energy is the fastest growing new source of electricity in the world,” Jeff Jenner said. “Globally, it’s grown at an average annual rate of 25 percent for the past 15 years.”. The OFA wants the Ontario government to suspend further wind devel-

opment until farmers and rural residents are assured their interests are protected. It also issued a position paper saying wind energy has unresolved technical issues and is inefficient because it seldom delivers at times when the demand for electricity is greatest. Jenner said OFA members should consider Germany and Nova Scotia, where wind energy is embraced. There are now 25,000 wind turbines in Germany, compared to about 1,000 in Ontario. The country has a population of 83 million, compared to about 13.5 million in Ontario, and has one-third of Ontario’s land mass.

Jenner also said regulations governing Germany’s wind turbines are less onerous. “Yet they don’t have the NIMBYism over there.” He said wind energy is also more widely accepted in Nova Scotia, which he attributed to a better appreciation of the economic benefits and the fact that the cost is not out of line with what is already being paid. “In Nova Scotia, they are already paying the true cost of electrical power. They pay 15 cents.” He said it’s a myth to say renewable energy sources are inefficient. Options like wind may be a bargain if a full accounting of all costs is taken,

he added. For example, he said coal-generated electricity has up-front costs of about six cents per kilowatt. “If you were to add scrubbers to eliminate the sulfur and other toxins and sequester the carbon, then coal is more expensive than geothermal or wind is today and it’s likely to be more expensive than solar in another 10 years.” As well, coal contributes to climate change while renewable energy provides significant economic stimulus. Jenner said $3.5 billion is now invested annually in renewables in Canada, equal to what is made in the auto sector.

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The course teaches skills to improve productivity and food safety and reduce costs CAMBRIDGE, Ont. – Canada’s food processing industry has received a boost with the launch of the Institute of Processing Technology at Conestoga College. “I think what we’re doing is giving the industry an important tool to increase competitiveness by training skilled employees who can improve productivity and lower costs,” IFPT chair Luis Garcia says. “There’s nothing else like this in Canada.” The IFPT was created in 2009 and last year moved to a new facility located within the same building as Conestoga’s School of Engineering Technology and Trades. Along with learning about skills specific to food processing, students at the institute have access to mechanical, electrical, robotic, pneumatic and welding equipment. There’s a variety of educational opportunities. The two-year, co-op food technician’s course provides the necessary background to allow students to smoothly transition into entry-level positions, Garcia says. If they also have skilled trades under their belts, they can find higher paying work. Within five years, Garcia hopes to see 30 to 50 food technicians graduating annually. There’s also a one-year food processing techniques program, a 330hour program to train employees for middle management positions, a 300-hour process-operator program and an 87-hour food safety program available at the college and online. The $5 million facility will include baking, fresh produce and beverage lines featuring technology from the United States, Germany, Denmark and Italy. These should be operational by the end of March. Given the scope of Canada’s agricultural industry, Garcia sees food processing as an opportunity for steady employment and, with the right training, good wages. In Ontario, skilled workers in the sector receive anywhere from $20 to $30 per hour. With about 3,500 processors and 110,000 workers, food processing is Ontario’s second largest industry and two years ago even rivaled the automotive sector. It’s also important in other regions. Garcia hopes to attract students from across Canada, including those involved in meat processing. Garcia says the IFPT could eventually broaden its mandate to include research and development for the processing industry. While there’s a lot of interest in new product development, he feels few products make it to market and fewer still achieve long-term success. Garcia was educated in Canada and Guatemala and worked as a food scientist and traceability co-ordinator with the Ontario Agriculture Ministry. He also worked as the research and development, quality assurance and plant manager of Central America’s largest fruit and vegetable processing plant. access=subscriber section=news,news,none

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FLAX | TRIAL RESULTS

Promising flax lines head to registration trials Early maturing, higher yielding | The new varieties undergo two years of field testing BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

Progress is being made on developing flax lines suitable for the northern Prairies, but the 2011 breeding trials weren’t as eye-popping as the previous year. Average days to maturity for the 132 flax lines tested in the Northern Adapted Flax Variety Development Project in 2010 were 7.8 days earlier than CD C Bethune, which was beyond expectations, according to project co-ordinator SaskFlax. The lead breeder at that time said he was “absolutely blown away” by the “really incredible” results. In 2011, average days to maturity were 4.5 days earlier than Bethune. “What we saw in 2011 was not as promising as we saw in 2010,” said Bruce Harrison, director of research and development with Viterra. But while not as dazzling as the initial results, it is still a big leap forward in terms of maturity, which ranged from equal to Bethune to 10 days earlier. “If you can actually have a competitive (yielding) variety that is three to four days earlier than Bethune, then access=subscriber section=news,crops,none

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Viterra has chosen 11 varieties of flax to be entered into registration trials this spring. | you’ve really got something,” said Harrison. Viterra has selected 11 lines out of the 132 to put into registration trials in 2012. It will be the first time northern adapted flax varieties have been entered into a co-op trial. “Our assessment would tell us that these have a hope in the marketplace once we receive registration,” Harrison said. Some of the 11 lines matured up to four days earlier than the check varieties and others yielded up to eight percent more seed. The trials will provide further data on maturity and yield. Although the results are preliminary, researchers are seeing material improvement in stem dry-down with the new varieties compared to the checks, which should make the crop easier to harvest.

The 11 varieties will go through two years of registration trials and a clear winner would be fast-tracked to the marketplace. However, flax seed can’t be multiplied as fast as canola. “We’re still a few years off commercializing a product,” said Harrison. Viterra will also be conducting another set of preliminary yield trials on about the same scale as 2010 and 2011 to identify more candidates for commercialization. As well, agronomy field trials were conducted in 2012 to help identify best management practices for farmers in northern areas who could soon be growing flax. Those trials have proven to be a challenge. The plots received too much water in 2010 and some trials in Melfort, Sask., were flooded out In 2011, it was the opposite. The site

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in Vegreville, Alta., received too much spring precipitation followed by no rain between mid-June and early August. Lead researcher Jan Slaski, a plant physiologist with Alberta Innovates Technology Futures, contemplated writing off his plots, but six weeks of steady rain followed by a hot and dry fall rescued a crop that was delayed by three to four weeks. The 2011 agronomy trials provided useful insights despite the less than ideal weather. Tillage is definitely not recommended to avoid drought damage, and seeding deeper into moisture is a good idea for promoting seed germination. The trials confirmed a lot of the findings from 2010. Delayed germination in cold soil, spring frost damage and uneven ripening of the stems and bolls reinforced the need for

cultivars more suited to the northern climate. Results from the first two years of agronomy research showed that flax can compensate for poor stand establishment caused by disease, drought and improper seeding depth and density. Test plots delivered the identical yield whether seeded at 20 pounds per acre or four times that density. Plots that were artificially inoculated with disease, causing thin stands, recovered well. “Flax can compensate for yield by development of secondary bollbearing branches,” said Slaski. Researchers were able to confirm grower reports that application of Headline EC provides a significant yield boost even when there is no pasmo disease. Yields jumped 10 to 30 percent despite no visible signs of the pathogen. “We don’t understand what happens and why,” said Slaski. That will be the focus of a future research project. Trials also showed that Buctril M and FlaxMax are safe to use on flax even when applied at two times the manufacturer’s recommended rates. Agronomy trials will be conducted again this year. “Hopefully we will hit a weather pattern that is not extreme,” said Slaski. The following two years will be devoted to refining agronomic recommendations by exploring the interactions between the proposed best management practices.

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WEEDS | MAPPING

Alberta introduces mapping system to combat noxious weeds Interactive program | Early detection can help prevent spread BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

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FORT MACLEOD, Alta. — They have evil-sounding names, like Medusahead, and pretty-sounding names, like Yellow Starthistle. These and other invasive plants are on the hit list for a new weed control measure recently implemented in Alberta. The Early Detection and Distribution Mapping System (EDDmapS) is a project of the Alberta Invasive Plants Council. Its goal is to enlist the help of all Albertans in stopping the spread of weeds that can outcompete native plants and take over various landscapes. The website, found at www.eddmaps.org/Alberta, was designed in 2005 at the University of Georgia and is used in at least 15 U.S. states. It has now been “Canadianized” and launched for use in this country, said project lead Kelly Cooley. More Alberta-based information will be added as the project develops, but the council decided to make the site live so people could explore its interactive aspects. “We see EDDmapS as an early detection component and then the rapid response hopefully will follow,” said Cooley. access=subscriber section=news,crops,production

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KELLY COOLEY ALBERTA INVASIVE PLANTS COUNCIL

Garlic mustard, or Alliaria petiolata, was introduced to North America as a culinary herb but is now considered an invasive species. that beachhead yet. There maybe is an infestation in this yard or this plot, but it hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t spread yet.â&#x20AC;? Cooley said he sees the project as a way to raise awareness about invasive plants and their destructive consequences. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not an option to ignore the problem and let nature take its course, he added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we do nothing â&#x20AC;Ś they tend to overwhelm the vegetation that you want growing and they form their own monoculture. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done nothing in some cases, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been proven that was not the right approach.â&#x20AC;? The EDDmapS project is organized and funded by the invasive plants council, with assistance from the provincial and federal governments.

Blackleg becoming a big concern in canola The importance of canola to Canadian growers is easily seen in the numbers. The Canola Council of Canada reports over 18 million total acres harvested in 2011, an increase of over 42% in ďŹ ve years. With increasing acres due mostly to tighter rotations, Blackleg has again become a concern. And itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a concern that is growing. Shortened rotations put more pressure on resistant (R-rated) canola varieties, currently the primary defense against the disease in Western Canada. If genetic resistance breaks down, Blackleg will become a problem for growers looking to maximize their canola production. Blackleg is common in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba and has been consistently found in over half the canola ďŹ elds in provincial disease surveys. What is surprising is that Blackleg is an increasing concern despite the fact that R-rated varieties are being seeded. There are a variety of tools recommended for reducing Blacklegâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s impact on yield. While itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always best to rotate canola one in four years, growers should also rotate R-rated varieties and be vigilant about scouting for the disease. Rotation combined with the use of a fungicide can also be an excellent strategy against Blackleg. The decision is up to the grower as to whether the return on investment demands the additional protection delivered by a fungicide, but increasingly it is becoming a more important tool to consider.

The Early Detection and Distribution Mapping System is targeting 15 invasive species: â&#x2013; Eurasian Watermilfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum) â&#x2013; Flowering Rush (Butomus umbellatus) â&#x2013; Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata) â&#x2013; Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) â&#x2013; Hoary Alyssum (Berteroa incana) â&#x2013; Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia japonica)

Source: AgSolutions Performance Trials, Raymore, SK 2011

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and stems early on at the 4-leaf stage, then subsequently as stem cankers in the mature plant. There is no cure once Blackleg appears and so a preventative fungicide treatment is strongly recommended. One effective option for control of Blackleg is HEADLINEÂŽ fungicide from BASF. What differentiates HEADLINE from other fungicides are the additional benefits BASF calls AgCelenceâ&#x201E;˘. AgCelence is unique to HEADLINE and has been observed by growers to increase yield with or without the presence of disease. Over the past three years, grower trials have also shown that the greater the yield potential of a canola crop, the greater that yield increased with HEADLINE. Growers also report seeing greener, larger leaves, taller plants with more pods and stronger stems that help improve harvestability. Yield increase vs yield potential with HEADLINE 6 Yield increase over Untreated (bu/ac)

The system will initially target 15 species. Most of them are not common in Alberta, and the invasive plants council wants to keep it that way. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are not very common in Alberta, but on the other hand, some of them are here and we just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a very good idea of how much is here,â&#x20AC;? Cooley said. The EDDmapS website has photos and extensive information on weed species in Canada and the United States. People who see one of the targeted species can go to the site and indicate the location. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The beauty of the system is you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily have to be working with GPS co-ordinates if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to. The system allows you to zoom in on a piece of ground,â&#x20AC;? said Cooley. From there, various dialogue boxes allow users to submit additional information and a photo. Volunteer verifiers then examine the submission and if it is confirmed, the sighting will be posted on the site. Weed control officials from the municipality or agency responsible for weeds in that particular area will then be informed by e-mail, and they can take appropriate action. Cooley said the system might expand to include other weeds, but not until it has been tested on the first 15. The province has various weed databases, but Cooley said some of the information is protected or proprietary. EDDmapS is open to all. He said the program has been well accepted in the United States and useful in weed control. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where the real value of EDDmapS lies, both in the States and here, is on those species that havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t gained

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When HEADLINE is added with any canola system* herbicide at the 2-6 leaf stage, the greater the yield potential, the greater the crop response and yield increase.

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Blackleg is a fungal disease in canola caused by the pathogen, Leptosphaeria maculans. Symptoms appear as greyish white lesions with black spots (pycnidia, which contain spores) on leaves

With tighter canola rotations and the growing presence of Blackleg increasing the pressure on current R-rated canola varieties, a preventative fungicide application is due to become more common. For canola growers looking to control the disease and increase yields, HEADLINE fungicide is a highly effective tool to help get a leg up in the battle against Blackleg. To ďŹ nd out more about HEADLINE, visit agsolutions.ca or call AgSolutionsÂŽ Customer Care at 1-877-371-BASF (2273).

â&#x2013; Meadow Hawkweed (Hieracium caespitosum) â&#x2013; Mouse-Eared Hawkweed (Hieracium pilosella) â&#x2013; Orange Hawkweed (Hieracium aurantiacum) â&#x2013; Medusahead (Taeniatherum caputmedusae) â&#x2013; Pale Yellow Iris (Iris pseudacoris) â&#x2013; Purple Loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria) â&#x2013; Salt Cedar (Tamarix spp.) â&#x2013; Sulphur Cinquefoil (Potentilla recta) â&#x2013; Yellow Starthistle (Centaurea solstitialis)

* Canola production systems include ClearďŹ eldÂŽ canola, InVigorÂŽ canola or Roundup ReadyÂŽ canola.

Always read and follow label directions. AgSolutions, and HEADLINE are registered trade-marks of BASF Corporation; AgCelence is a trade-mark of BASF SE; Clearfield is a registered trade-mark of BASF Agrochemical Products B.V., all used with permission by BASF Canada Inc. HEADLINE should be used in a preventative disease control program. All other trade-marks are properties of their respective owners. ÂŠ 2012 BASF Canada Inc.

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NEW FOOD CLASSICS | RECEIVERSHIP

Hamburger maker in receivership Rising costs blamed | The Ontario based company says retrofitting overruns, higher beef and electricity prices caused substantial losses BY DAN YATES SASKATOON NEWSROOM

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as the receiver of all the assets, undertaking and properties of New Food Classics, headquartered in Burlington, Ont. NFC produced frozen beef burgers, as well as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a selection of cooked products and specialty appetizersâ&#x20AC;? in processing plants in Saskatoon and St. Catharines, Ont. It served customers that included Loblaw, Walmart and Sysco. The company had reorganized its operations in 2011, closing two plants in Calgary, moving its head office out of that city and relocating production operations to its Saskatchewan and Ontario facilities. However, it did maintain a sales office in Calgary. According to a prefiling report submitted by FTI Consulting in January, the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expenses to retrofit and open the St. Catharines plant were approximately $10 million over budget. The rising cost of raw materials and inflexible contracts were also blamed for the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial burden. â&#x20AC;&#x153;During 2011, the wholesale price of beef has increased by approximately 40 percent and the price of fossil fuels and electricity have on average increased by five percent,â&#x20AC;? the report said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The company was unable to pass on the impact of increased costs for raw materials to their customers in 2011 as a result of the fixed price contracts.â&#x20AC;? The report said the problem was compounded by a high turnover in staff when the company moved its head office. Only one employee made the move. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a result of the complete turnover of accounting staff and the change in accounting platforms, NFCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s management was unable to fully identify the substantial losses that the company was incurring in 2011 or rectify the situation in a timely manner before it had a material adverse impact on the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial situation.â&#x20AC;? NFC had received creditor protection in January, but last week its chief executive officer and board of directors resigned and the St. Catharines and Saskatoon plants closed. About half of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost 300 employees worked in Saskatoon. A buyer for the company had been sought before it fell under receivership, but bids were deemed unsatisfactory. FTI Consulting, in its latest report to the courts dated Feb. 21, said it was necessary to shut down operations because of the resignations, a lack of funding and â&#x20AC;&#x153;the perishable nature of NFCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inventory.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The monitor is hopeful that a buyer for the closed NFC manufacturing facilities can be quickly identified among the parties that participated in the transaction process, and that the manufacturing facilities can be sold on a turn-key basis in a short period of time, rather than liquidated,â&#x20AC;? the report said.

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LLAMA | ORGANIZATION FUNDING

Drop in membership worries Llama Canada Group’s main source of funding is dwindling BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

The treasurer of Llama Canada fears the demise of the organization unless the group can find new members or convince former members to return. Christina Lanz of Etzikom, Alta., said membership has dwindled to 26 members from a high of 146 in 2006. Membership fees are the main source of income for Llama Canada, and the group has had to cancel events and trade show appearances. “We have tried everything we can think of to get the expenses down,” said Lanz. A downturn in llama interest, lower prices and an aging base of llama breeders are the main causes of reduced membership, she added. The discovery of BSE in Canada in 2003 closed borders to llamas as well as most other livestock, so breeders were limited to existing bloodlines and were unable to improve herds, said Lanz. The border is now open but import and export requirements are onerous and may discourage some in the business. Llama Canada offers members information about breeders, shearing, llama health and other aspects of production and care. “I think the llama people have to realize they’re not just pets. There’s a lot of things you can do with them,” Lanz said. Llamas make good guard animals, produce usable fibre and can be good

pack animals or trained to pull carts. They are low maintenance and economical to feed, she said. “They pretty well look after themselves, but they do need a certain amount of maintenance. I suspect that’s not happening a lot.” For example, she often sees llamas in farmers’ fields that haven’t been sheared. A heavy hair coat can weaken a llama’s skin and produce heat stress in summer. Llama Canada could help producers find a shearer or organize a clinic if several people were interested, said Lanz. In a letter, she urged llama owners to join and use the organization. “You owe it to yourself to learn all that you can. You would do this for the new puppy you just got. You would do this for any animal you own. Why not for a llama?” she wrote. Lori May, executive administrator for the Canadian Llama and Alpaca Association, confirmed llama registrations have shrunk in recent years. There were 14,814 registered llamas in Canada at the end of December and the number continues to fall.

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Egg promotion emphasizes farmer product BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

RED DEER — Alberta’s 150 egg producers have launched a new name and promotion campaign. Alberta Egg Producers announced at its annual meeting Feb. 28 that it is changing its name to Egg Farmers of Alberta. Organization spokesperson David Webb said a new name represents a new brand with a more positive outlook that emphasizes that members are farmers producing healthy food. The Alberta industry is thriving with 3.5 percent growth, twice that of the national average. The greatest consumption is for omega 3 eggs, where sales have increased by 9.5 percent compared to the rest of the country at eight percent. Consumers seem less interested in eggs raised on organic or free run farms. Consumption for those products has dropped six percent. The Alberta flock consists of 1.8 million hens, and the average flock is 12,113 birds. Total egg production for 2011 was 48.2 million dozen. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

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HOT DOGS | BUSINESS EXPANSION

Rebirth of the hot dog Going upscale | The cognac-infused Dragon Dog sells for $100 BY SHANNON MONEO FREELANCE WRITER

The man who created the world’s most expensive hot dog is going on the road this spring, eager to persuade prairie residents to chow down on his Dougie Dogs. In April, Dougieluv, the name he began using 25 years ago when he was a comedian, will leave his downtown Vancouver Dougie Dog restaurant in a full-kitchen Dougie Dog’s Diner Truck, heading to Toronto for a second appearance on the CBC television show Dragons’ Den in May. Along the way, he hopes to leash new dog devotees. “Dougieluv is coming to town,” he said. “How many other hot dog restaurants go across the country? This will be like a rock tour.” Dougieluv’s request for $200,000 in return for 25 percent of his company was turned down during his first Dragons’ Den appearance. Instead, the five Dragons told him to come back in a year when annual sales had doubled from his $350,000. One move contributing to increased revenue was the launch in January of the $100 ($112 with HST) Dragon Dog. The high-end, foot-long hot dog

features locally made bratwurst served in a dense sourdough bun that absorbs all the juices. The meat is infused with century-old Louis XIII cognac that costs more than $2,000 per bottle. It also includes Kobe beef that’s been seared in olive and truffle oils, fresh lobster and a picante sauce. Customers wanting a Dragon Dog must call 12 hours in advance so that the freshest ingredients can be added, particularly the lobsters. Dragon Dog customers are also invited into the restaurant kitchen, where they can see their dog get dressed. “When you pay $100, you want a lot of love thrown in,” said Dougieluv, who won’t reveal his birth name. Acknowledging Vancouver’s growing Asian population, Dougieluv named his creation after the Chinese zodiac, with 2012 being the Year of The Dragon. Dougie Dog, and in particular the Dragon Dog, has garnered a lot of Asian support, which Dougieluv said is a demographic aware of status and the good things in life. The launch date also coincided with Dougieluv’s appearance on Dragons’ Den. Dougieluv wouldn’t disclose how many of the $100 dogs he’s sold, but

he said sales have been great. Customers have come from across the country. “I had some potash miners from Saskatchewan pull up in a limo and they bought four,” said Dougieluv. A couple from Victoria flew in just to buy Dragon Dogs. And a university student from Edmonton heading to Beijing flew to Vancouver to taste the Dragon Dog. “But he got it to go.” Dougieluv also recalls the guy who ate one, ordered another and then said he could afford to do this only once a month. Always curious to find out what Dragon Dog devourers do for a living, Dougieluv asked the man and discovered he was a blue collar worker for the City of Vancouver. Dougieluv was inundated with media attention from around the world when Dragon Dog debuted, doing 123 interviews. But Dougie Dog’s menu also has other hot dogs, most of them selling for $6.95, about half the price of a regular restaurant dog. “People will pay for quality food,” he said. There’s the Trailer Park Dog with cheese and crushed potato chips, the Seoul Dog with kimchi and pickled cucumber and the Mumbai Madness access=subscriber section=news,none,none

The most popular hot dog is the Charlie Mac Dog, topped with bacon and macaroni and cheese. | PHOTO COURTESY OF DOUGIELUV Dog bathed in butter chicken and chutney. And in the hometown of Lululemon, there’s even the vegetarian Downward Dog. The most popular dog is the Charlie Mac Dog featuring bacon and macaroni and cheese. Dougieluv’s current favourite is the L.A. Mexicana garnished with guacamole, bacon and jalapeno peppers. Saskatchewan Roughrider fans, visiting Vancouver for a CFL game, often make their way to Dougie Dog, hankering for some real food, Dougieluv said. Dougie Dog also claims to have Vancouver’s largest root beer selection, including its own butterscotch root beer. “I can’t wait until Saskatchewan

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tastes our butterscotch root beer,” said Dougieluv, in anticipation of his spring trip through the province. The European-style wieners snap when bitten into, which is said to be a sure sign of quality. Coming from a Fraser Valley pork producer, the lowsodium wieners are free of hormones, preservatives and chemicals. “They follow the European purity law, made with just fresh meat, spices and water,” he said. “The animal is alive Monday. It’s butchered Tuesday, made into hot dogs on Wednesday and delivered to me Thursday for the weekend rush.” Each wiener costs him $1.25. Even though Dougieluv has been eating hot dogs for four decades, it wasn’t until two years ago that he became passionate about the proletarian food. As he watched Wall Street collapse and the U.S. housing crisis hit, he figured it was time to open a restaurant. The hot dog was invented during the Depression, after all, he said. He bought a $1,000 van and drove with friends from Los Angeles to New York City to find out why Americans love hot dogs. “Hot dogs are truly the American food. Hamburgers? No way. July is National Hot Dog month in the U.S.” Along the way, Dougieluv met stars such as Bill Cosby eating hot dogs and encountered the world hot dog-eating champ, a skinny guy name Joey Chestnut who devoured 62 hot dogs in 10 minutes. Dougieluv’s trip was documented in a “dogumentary.” Dougieluv gained 35 pounds on the trip, which included stops at 65 hot dog eateries. “I was eating hot dogs for breakfast, lunch and dinner,” he said. After collecting ideas about what makes a good hot dog, Dougieluv opened his 650 sq. foot eatery in Vancouver. When he sets out in April with a crew of seven, he’s hoping to convince people in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba to think about opening Dougie Dog franchises. “There’s lots of interest to open in Saskatoon and Regina,” said Dougieluv, who lived in both cities as a teenager. He’s not worried about sourcing wieners on the Prairies. “Saskatchewan makes a lot of good food for the rest of the country.” Ideally, a Saskatchewan meatmaker, using Dougieluv’s recipe, would make the wieners for the three prairie provinces. But ever the entrepreneur, he’s thinking of another product due to the changing economy and a 40 percent jump in pork prices in the last year. “I’m rich in passion, rich in ideas,” said the man who’s been working 18-hour days, seven days a week for the last two years.

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EASY PICKINS’

OPEN MARKET | REGULATIONS

Outline post CWB rules: APAS Farmers, railways and grain companies need to know how the new system will work BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

It was a party of scavengers as magpies, ravens, a coyote and three bald eagles dined on a couple of cow carcasses in a field near Blackie, Alta. The eagles flew off but the hungry coyote was determined to get its fill. | MIKE STURK PHOTO

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Saskatchewan farm leader Norm Hall has delivered a pointed message for opposition politicians fighting the Canadian Wheat Board monopoly battle against the federal Conservative government. Barring a court reversal, the political battle is over, said the Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan president. “The message we are giving is that the game is determined,” he said in an interview. “Let’s get on with making the rules of that game and I think opposition MPs have a role to play in raising the rules in Parliament, making sure the railways and the grain companies are not first at the lunch table.” Hall raised the issue in late February when opposition agriculture critic Malcolm Allen spoke at the Canadian Federation of Agriculture annual meeting in Gatineau, Que. He noted that while defenders of the CWB monopoly are in court trying to overturn the effect of legislation that became law in December and unless reversed will end the CWB monopoly Aug. 1, the regulations to implement the act are b e i n g c ra f t e d t h i s w i n t e r a n d spring. The NDP should quit talking about the old political battle and keep the government accountable for the rules that will guide the new system, he said. “We need you guys to get off the fence and into the game.” The MP noted that his party is not involved in any of the lawsuits and he said the NDP will continue to raise questions about post-single desk rules and the impact on farmers of losing the monopoly seller. Hall said in the interview he was not taking a stand on the CWB issue. “That’s a can of worms,” he said when asked if the political debate on the board is effectively over. “APAS has tried to stay as neutral as possible because farmers have divided opinions. Our position was to let farmers decide but that did not happen. Now, we have to play the game that is before us.” access=subscriber section=news,none,none

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Cookbook big on beans Versatile vegetable | Beans can be served cold or hot and spicy NEW YORK , N.Y. (Reuters) — Award-winning cookbook author Crescent Dragonwagon knows a lot about beans: how to use them to create everything from soups and salads to stews and curries and even cookies and ice cream. Her latest cookbook, Bean by Bean, contains 175 recipes for meat and vegetarian meals, as well as the basics about different beans and their origins, and selecting, preparing, cooking and storing them. The author and former restaurant owner spoke recently about her passion for beans, their appeal and healthy benefits — and how to avoid embarrassing side effects.

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Why did you write a cookbook about beans?

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Beans are a popular and staple food in many countries, but not as popular in others, why is that?

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farmers’ market and connecting with the food.

Are you hoping to enlighten people about beans and elevate them to a higher culinary status?

I didn’t set out to do that. I just think there is so much inherent goodness (in beans).... I am going to let the beans do it for themselves.

Beans can cause unwanted effects in some people. How do you deal with that?

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Are there any secrets to cooking with beans?

First of all, you want to do the soaking with almost all of the larger beans because that will take care of the gas and second of all ... they want to be seasoned and flavoured.

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GENETIC MODIFICATION | LEGAL CHALLENGE

Monsanto wins in organic lawsuit Suit dismissed | Organic farmers wanted the firm banned from suing them if their fields are contaminated with genetically modified crops KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Reuters) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A U.S. judge has dismissed a lawsuit by a consortium of U.S. organic farmers and seed dealers who argued the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growing market strength puts their industry at risk. U.S. District Court judge Naomi Buchwald threw out the case brought by dozens of plaintiff growers and organizations, criticizing the groups for a â&#x20AC;&#x153;transparent effort to create a controversy where none exists.â&#x20AC;? The Public Patent Foundation filed the suit last March on behalf of more than 50 organizations challenging Monsantoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patents on its genetically modified seeds. The group wanted a ruling that would prohibit Monsanto from suing farmers or dealers if their organic seed becomes contaminated with Monsantoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patented GM seed germplasm. However, Buchwald said Monsanto had not sued or even started the process of suing any of the plaintiffs or anyone in â&#x20AC;&#x153;similar stead.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re disappointed. We think the judge erred in her ruling,â&#x20AC;? said Jim Gerritsen, spokesperson for the Organic Seed Growers and Trade Association, which was part of the lawsuit. Daniel Ravicher, lead attorney for the plaintiffs, said farmers have stopped growing certain crops to avoid being sued by Monsanto. The courtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s refusal to protect those farmers was a mistake. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Her decision to deny farmers the right to seek legal protection from one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foremost patent bullies is gravely disappointing,â&#x20AC;? said Ravicher. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Her belief that farmers are acting unreasonably when they stop growing certain crops to avoid being sued by Monsanto for patent infringement should their crops become contaminated maligns the intelligence and integrity of those farmers.â&#x20AC;? Monsanto is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest seed company and a leader in developing and marketing GM soybeans, corn and canola. The crops are favourites of North American farmers because of their ability to withstand herbicide treatments. Monsanto filed 144 patent infringement lawsuits against farmers between 1997 and April 2010, and won judgments against farmers it claimed made use of its seed without paying required royalties. Many U.S. farmers have claimed that their fields were inadvertently contaminated with Monsantoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biotech seeds without their knowledge. However, the court ruling said there was no likelihood that Monsanto would pursue patent infringement cases against organic farmers, who have no interest in using the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patented seed products. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This decision is a win for all farmers, as it underscores that agricultural practices such as ag biotechnology, organic and conventional systems do and will continue to effectively coexist in the agricultural marketplace,â&#x20AC;? said Monsanto general counsel David Snively. access=subscriber section=news,crops,none

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FRENCH POLITICS | ELECTION

French president woos farmers Sarkozy trying to stop farmers from shifting to far right wing PARIS, France (Reuters) — A warmer reception for Nicolas Sarkozy at this year’s Paris farm show suggests the French president’s push to reclaim rural voters is having an effect. The presidential race is in full swing since Sarkozy declared his candidacy in mid-February and began rallying hard to try and overturn Socialist challenger Francois Hollande’s clear lead in opinion polls. Farmers are a traditional bulwark for the conservative UMP party in Europe’s top agricultural nation, yet many were put off by Sarkozy’s citybred image, his blunders at past farm shows and his early championing of environmental regulation. Disaffection among farmers contributed to the UMP’s heavy defeat in regional elections in 2010. Since then, Sarkozy has visibly courted the farming world with financial support and speeches in which he has taken swipes at environmentalists. Sarkozy used his four-hour visit to the Paris farm show on Feb. 25, his longest stay yet at the annual event, to voice campaign priories like industrial competitiveness and a better work ethic, notions that play well with farmers. His near-dawn arrival to watch cows being milked and sit down for breakfast with livestock breeders helped smooth over memories of past gaffes, such as when he famously insulted a man who would not shake his hand at the 2008 show. “The atmosphere is more relaxed than before when there was real tension between farmers and the government,” said Bernard Basile, a dairy farmer from the northern Seine-Maritime region. “He was campaigning, but the message about competitiveness and France as a land of production was a bit new and I welcome that,” said Xavier Beulin, head of the FNSEA farm union. Two polls published on the eve of the farm show put Sarkozy well ahead among farmers for the April 22 first round, with 40 percent next to scores below 20 percent for other candidates. Sarkozy hopes intensive campaigning will rally wavering conservatives. The fact he was accompanied at the farm show by Frederic Nihous, leader of a small countryside party who recently pulled out of the election race to back Sarkozy, was a clear gesture towards rural voters. “Nicolas Sarkozy is starting to remobilize his electoral base,” said Eric Bonnet, director of research at pollster BVA. About a million people work in agriculture, according to a 2010 government census. Pollsters say their high turnout in elections makes farmers disproportionately influential. Sarkozy’s poll lead is comfortable but some way short of the estimated 51 percent farmers gave him in the 2007 first round. Polls show Hollande languishing near 10 percent in farmers’ firstround voting intentions, similar to the score achieved by 2007 Socialist candidate Segolene Royal. His party’s alliance with the Greens is a sore point for farmers. In the countryside, the threat to Sarkozy comes more from centrist access=subscriber section=news,news,none

Francois Bayrou, a rural politician ranked second in farmer voting polls at 18 percent, and from far-right leader Marine Le Pen, at 15 percent. The FNSEA, a powerful lobby, says farmers are still bitter about red tape from the so-called “Grenelle” environmental legislation ushered in by Sarkozy early in his term. The law imposed cuts in pesticide use, which farmers consider unrealistic and bad for competitiveness, and have encouraged activists to block projects such as artificial tanks to store rainwater for irrigation. That resentment could dovetail

with longstanding irritation at bureaucracy generated by the European Union’s Common Agricultural Policy to draw voters toward Le Pen. Farmers support the CAP for the big subsidies they get, but resent the red tape it involves. Whereas Le Pen wants to take France out of the CAP and re-nationalize farm policy, Sarkozy has long worked to preserve EU farm spending, of which France is the top beneficiary. Still, Le Pen’s poll ratings among farmers are more than double her father Jean-Marie’s 2007 election tally of seven percent.

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Alberta Food Processors Association president Ted Johnston told the House of Commons agriculture committee last week. One of the results is a sharp increase in imports. Johnston, who also co-chairs the national Food Processing Value Chain Round Table, said governments can help reverse the industry’s decline through rules being written for the next five-year Growing Forward programs. “Even though they may not articulate it clearly, it’s my belief that if the Canadian consumer was aware of the continuing threat to their domestic food supply and therefore food security, they would insist that the government of Canada take strong affirmative action to retain and renew this vital industry for the benefit of all Canadians,” he told MPs. “Government policy needs to change and it begins with Growing Forward 2.” Among suggestions Johnston made were: • create a new fund of money available for interest-free loans to processors for investment. A $50 million AgriFlex fund in the current Growing Forward program with a $2 million cap is inadequate • give processors the ability to quickly cha llenge Ca na dia n Fo o d Inspection Agency decisions that close down or limit plant activity • find a way to support manufactured food exports • change the Product of Canada labelling rule to reduce the Canadian content requirement from 98 percent to 85 percent. “The 98 percent guideline has resulted in the removal of Product of Canada from Canadian manufactured food products for all practical purposes,” he said. Manufacturers usually cannot meet the 98 percent content rule because of the need for imported spices or sugar in most products • find a way to create one product standard that processors need to meet when trying to market Johnston said processors must now deal with a CFIA product safety and plant standard, as well as standards from powerful retailers such as Loblaw’s and Walmart. He said one of his members spent $3.5 million to raise his plant to federal inspection standards, but then needed to spend an additional $1.5 million to meet the standard required to put meat into Loblaws stores. “It’s harassment,” he said. “It’s a huge problem.” However, Ontario Conservative MP Ben Lobb wondered if it was up to government to try to interfere with industry-set standards. “Is it really the government’s problem that Walmart or Loblaws have certain standards or is that the industry’s issue?” he said. Johnston said the government problem of overseeing a declining industry is partly the result of the confusing layers of requirement. “The result of that is people are closing their doors.”

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CHICKEN FARMERS OF ALBERTA | PRODUCTION

Supply management system outdated, say chicken farmers Inadequate formula | Producers in Alberta want increased quota to reflect population growth STORIES BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

RED DEER — Alberta chicken farmers want to expand production, but they feel stymied by the national board that sets quota allotments. The province imports about nine pounds of chicken meat per person to fill added demand. Producers say they could fill that gap if their quota was increased. Processors move fresh and frozen chicken across the country to fill retail and food service demands, but some Alberta firms have said they could do more if local product was available. “The nature of retail contracts are such, it is very, very difficult and probably impossible to simply limit chicken production and consumption in one province,” said Scott Wiens of Chicken Farmers of Alberta during the organization’s annual meeting in Red Deer Feb. 27. However, change is needed, he added. access=subscriber section=news,livestock,none

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Researcher making glue from hens RED DEER — The sticky problem of finding a use for old laying hens may have a practical solution. A researcher at the University of Alberta said spent hens, which are seen as waste in the industry, can be used to produce glue. The project has been running about 18 months and will continue as scientists look for new ways to develop glue for the woodworking industry, said Chanchan Wang during a break at the Alberta poultry conference in Red Deer Feb. 28. “We just focused on wood glue because there is a big market,” she said in an interview. “We have solid based protein adhesives in the industry now, but it is no more than 10 percent of natural glues. We are trying to find some other sources,” she said. Concerns over emissions of formaldyhyde have forced the industry to look for alternatives to petroleum derived glues. The experiments worked to find an effective bonding agent for veneer and particle board. The protein from the chicken meat from laying hens was extracted and when mixed with water produced about a litre of glue per hen. The final product was a milky coloured solution. Another researcher is working on turning feathers into plastic, but both these projects are a long way off from commercial production, she said. Protein based adhesives are not uncommon and have been used for thousands of years as a woodworking glue. access=subscriber section=news,livestock,none

The national supply management system uses a formula to set the allocation for each province, and Alberta feels shortchanged. “We would like a formula that represents the population shift,” he said. Allocation changes have been requested since 2007 as parts of the country’s population grew, but little progress has been made after numerous meetings, said Chicken Farmers of Alberta board member David Hyink. “In those early years, we were told now is not a good time and we

respected those opinions,” he said. Alberta wanted an additional 3.5 million kilograms by 2020. Ontario has also requested more to address its growth. The provincial board has since met with the Alberta agriculture minister to take steps to withdraw from the federal-provincial agreement signed in 2001 to continue the supply management system for chicken across Canada. If Alberta pulled out, that could topple the supply managed system because other provinces may follow its lead, said David Fuller, retiring

chair of Chicken Farmers of Canada. Wiens does not agree supply management would fall apart if Alberta went its own way. “When you have two divergent opinions, that is the opportunity for great discussion,” Wiens said. Fuller asked Alberta producers to allow the CFC board to find a solution, but it will likely not be what they want. He said the major problem is that chicken production is a mature industry with less than one percent growth per year. Alberta cannot have more and ask the other provinces to

take less. “Supply management was never based on allocation by population,” said Fuller. A 14 member board sets allocation b a s e d o n m a r k e t d e m a n d s. It includes 10 farmers as well as processors, retailers and food service representatives. The difference between production and population is less than two percent for Alberta, while Ontario is at five percent. Those two provinces would get all the growth and others would see no increases for the next seven years.

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COMING EVENTS Saskatchewan Bison Association industry meetings (SBA, 306-585-6304): March 19: Ramada Inn, Weyburn March 26: Saskatoon Inn, Saskatoon 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, 204-534-6303 or Rhonda Coupland, 204-534-2010) March 14: Farm Leadership Council conference, Prairieland Park, Saskatoon (888-569-4566, www. ourflc.com) March 15-16: Canola Council of Canada convention, The Fairmont, Washington, D.C. (Crystal Klippenstein, klippensteinc@ canolacouncil.org, 866-834-4378)

AG NOTES March 17: South West Regional 4-H public speeches, Legion Hall, Maple Creek, Sask. (Debbie Bauer, 306-662-2458, hdbauer@sasktel.net) March 19: Saskatchewan Flax Development Commission meeting, Travelodge, Regina (Linda Braun, 306-664-1901, saskflax@saskflax. com) 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: Saskatchewan 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 March 29-31: Agri-Mex, Exhibition Park, North Battleford, Sask. (Jocelyn, 306-446-2024, www. agsociety.com) April 13-14: Western Canadian Livestock Expo, Prairieland Park, Saskatoon (306-931-7149, 888-931-9333, www. saskatoonex.com) April 25-26: Advancing the Bio-Economy conference, Sutton Place Hotel, Edmonton (Noam Sugarman, 705-472-2280, info@canbio.ca) June 20-22: Western Canada Farm Progress Show, Evraz Place, Regina (306-781-9200, farmshow@ evrazplace.com) For more coming events, see the Community Calendar, section 0300, in the Western Producer Classifieds. access=subscriber section=news,news,none

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CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCY | CODE OF CONDUCT

CFIA establishes complaints, appeals office New code of conduct rules | The inspection agency has been criticized for irregular service and poor communications BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

When agriculture minister Gerry Ritz announced a strengthened code of conduct for how the Canadian Food Inspection Agency deals with its clients, British Columbia cattle producers took some quiet credit. In a Winnipeg speech last week, Ritz announced a CFIA “statement of rights and service for producers, consumers and other stakeholders” as well as a new “complaints and appeals” office in the agency. “Like any industry, the agriculture and food processing sector needs to know for certain that their dealings with a public institution will be carried out predictably, fairly and consistently,” he said at the University of Manitoba. “Building trust and confidence between two parties is critical. Unfortunately, this trust has been difficult to maintain with irregular service, different applications of the regulations and poor communication.” It was an acknowledgement of criticisms of CFIA and its poor communication record. “Clearer communication about what people can expect from the CFIA will ultimately lead to a stronger food safety system and better ways to prevent, detect and correct problems,” Ritz said. Kevin Boon of the B.C. Cattlemen’s Association said Ritz’s announcement is a direct result of a 2009 incident during which as many as 20,000 B.C. cattle were quarantined because of false anaplasmosis tests. “There were complaints, and this seriously affected a number of ranchers,” said Boon. “CFIA did not deal with the complaints properly. I think that really set off red lights with the minister once we met with Mr. Ritz. I see this as a direct result of that incident.” Ted Johnston, president of the Alberta Food Processors Associa

tion, also has a bone to pick with the CFIA over how it enforces its rules and deals with its clients. Affected industry has had no ability to appeal CFIA decisions, he told MPs on the House of Commons agriculture committee Feb. 29. “There are a number of areas with CFIA where there has been no appeal,” said Johnston. “We have example after example where a CFIA inspector may walk into your plant on a Thursday afternoon and say, ‘no, that’s it. You’re done,’ and there is no recourse.” He said the processing industry

wants a CFIA ombudsman appointed to handle complaints. Ritz’s response was to announce the creation of a Complaints and Appeals office within CFIA. It will open April 1 and be staffed by Cathy Airth, chief officer of the agency’s Integrity and Redress Secretariat. The agriculture minister said it will be a “single window for industry to register complaints.” “These complaints could range from administrative errors, service quality or regulatory inaccuracies,” he said. “The office will also allow the

agency to look at trends, and if they notice anything unusual, such as similar complaints in one region, further action can be taken. CFIA can then plan for additional training, change in guidance or even a change in the regulations.” He said the new complaints office will take two years to be fine-tuned. “This will allow regulatory decisions and service quality issues to be more thoroughly addressed,” said Ritz. “Our government is not shy from identifying problems and proposing doing what is necessary to find a solution.”

Ritz said the CFIA will have to adhere to a standard of fairness, ethical behaviour and efficiency. He credited the Canadian Federation of Independent Business with helping design the new rules. “It is the right of citizens and regulated parties alike to know how government will conduct itself and it is the duty of government to be held to standards,” he said. Dairy Farmers of Canada issued a supportive statement and argued that part of the new standard should be more truthful product labelling for consumers.

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — John Deere’s solution to emissions involves a solution of urea. G e o f f St i g l e r o f Jo h n D e e re announced his company’s EPA Tier 4 final emissions solution during the Commodity Classic farm show in Nashville. For the larger diesels, the company will combine its current-cooled exhaust gas recirculation and filtration with selective catalytic reduction by introducing diesel exhaust fluid to the exhaust stream. Deere was the last of the big three implement manufacturers to confirm its plans for high horsepower agricultural and industrial engines. Agco announced at the Agritechnica show in Germany last fall that its Finnish made Sisu engines, which are found in larger tractors and combines, would be using a limited amount of cooled exhaust gas recirculation to meet the Tier 4 final, European Union Stage 4 final standards. In Nashville, Bill Preller, director of specialty business for Case IH, said his company plans to tweak its SCR system to meet the regulations. “We don’t plan to add filtration,” he said. “Our relationship with (Fiat Powertrain Technologies) and the engines that we are using now to meet Tier 4 requirements will meet the 2014 requirements with just a little more work.” Deere’s system will be based on the Powertech engine platform that

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meets the Tier 4 Interim, EU Stage 3B regulations. The larger engines will use the current EGR system with a diesel oxidation catalyst, a diesel particulate filter and a SCR system. The company said the engines will run higher fuel injection pressure to obtain better quality fuel atomization and combustion in the cylinders. Stigler says the engines will be running higher fuel injection pressure to obtain a better quality fuel atomization and combustion in the cylinders. “We feel our approach will let us

use less diesel exhaust fluid than the competition to meet the regulations. That means our tanks can be smaller. They will need filling less often and it will mean we should have longer service intervals on our DEF filters,” Stigler said. “We are taking the approach that this will be about total fluid efficiency, not just fuel, but the whole package.” The company said it learned a lot from the highway truck industry, which has had to conform to the new rules ahead of the off-road business. Deere, along with the other manu-

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facturers, will keep building Tier 2 and 3 powered machinery for India, China, Africa and South America, where emission rules don’t apply. Stigler said there will likely be a cost associated with meeting the final emissions standard, but it would be competitive with other farm machinery companies. The new engines will be rated for biodiesel blends up to B20. The first of the Tier 4 final, ultra low emissions engines will be included in farm equipment in mid-2013 and 2014.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Dicamba is making a comeback in North American fields. This time, the chemical’s popularity will come though resistant genetics that will be stacked with other resistance traits, including for diseases and glyphosate. BASF’s dicamba has been around since the 1960s and remains a popular broadleaf weed control in cereal crops, either on its own as Banvel, as a generic product from Gharda or most commonly as a component of tank mixes and pre-mix products. Matt Helms of Monsanto told farmers attending Nashville’s Commodity Classic conference last week that the company has built transgenic dicamba resistance into its top yielding soybean varieties and plans to extend that to cotton, canola and corn. “We can’t be specific in release dates, but it’s safe to say it’s a few years away,” Helms said. “But soybeans will be the first crop in Canada, then later on canola.” The new soybeans are part of the company’s Roundup Ready 2 Yield Xtend system, and producers will use the glyphosate and dicamba product as a post emergent weed control tool. Dicamba provides residual control for late flushes of weeds that come along after the initial in-crop application, as well as control of non-Xtend broadleaf volunteers and glyphosate resistant and later stage weeds. “It also provides farmers with some residual control in-season, especially when it’s dry at spraying time and rain comes later on, causing new flushes of weeds,” Helms said. “And it offers multiple modes of action, important in avoiding resistance issues.” The new product will offer groups 4 and 9. The BASF component is a new formulation of dicamba that reduces its volatility and will be packaged with specific application instructions on the label. Paul Rea, vice-president of U.S. Crop Protection, said improving upon existing chemistries is an important part of business for chemical companies. “New active ingredients are getting fewer and further between.… Each one costs about $275 million and takes from eight to 10 years to get to market,” said Rea. “This is an existing product with a great track record. And we can improve its usefulness by ensuring it is (applied) with the best possible practices.” The new dicamba, dubbed Engenia, will be combined with glyphosate and delivered with a producer education program to ensure proper use of the new product. access=subscriber section=production,crops,none

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PRECISION FARMING | FARM-BASED RESEARCH

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PRODUCTION

MACHINERY | SNOW REMOVAL

Snowblower eager to blast through blizzards Farmers earn extra cash | The tractor mounted blower can clear roads leading to hard to reach areas BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

BRANDON — Rapid expansion in the prairie oil patch and the gradual growth of wind farms have created a heyday for enterprising farmers. All those access roads need to be kept drift-free. Manufacturers representative Nick Rempel of Brandon said this results in excellent winter business opportunities for producers who have the necessary tractor power. “When yard tractors were in the range of 100 horsepower, they didn’t have sufficient power to drive large, commercial sized snowblowers,” Rempel said. “But it’s a different story today, with the typical mechanical front wheel assist yard tractor in the range of 180 to 280 h.p. “Snowblast makes blowers that can cut a swath 13.5 feet wide. That one requires 425 h.p. That’s the kind of tool that allows a guy to make double use of his tractor and earn some extra cash in the winter.” More tractor power is a big factor. But there’s more to it than just power, said Snowblast sales manager Myron Holzwarth. “GPS autosteer is the other factor making it more feasible to generate extra money with your tractor in the off season. It’s a lot easier on the operator,” he said. “It’s simply a matter of loading the access road map into your system, just like loading a field prescription map. If you need to blow out a road in the middle of a blizzard to keep your customer happy, then that’s what you do with the GPS.” Holzwarth said the absence of an auger is the most significant engineering factor distinguishing Snowblast from other commercial sized snowblowers. “Augers waste energy. We don’t use augers. We have dual fans, each with its own spout,” Holzwarth said. “In a conventional snowblower, snow goes through the augers first, then changes direction when it goes into the high speed fan. You can only drive into the snow as fast as your augers move the snow sideways. It’s not efficient. We don’t do it.” Snow does not change direction in the Snowblast system. It is spun up to the 12 o’clock position once it hits the high-speed fan, and is then fired out

LEFT: Snowblast snowblowers have engineering features that distinguish them from others on the market, including the elimination of augers, which use more energy by causing the snow flow to change direction. ABOVE: Rather than having the spout rotate steel on steel like other snowblowers, Snowblast’s spout rotates on rollers that run in lubricated bearings. | RON LYSENG PHOTOS

If you need to blow out a road in the middle of a blizzard to keep your customer happy, then that’s what you do with the GPS. MYRON HOLZWARTH SNOWBLAST SALES MANAGER

the spout. A half-moon, spiral bar with cutting teeth is mounted at the front of each fan and spins at the same speed as the fan. A pointed spindle with four cutting blades spins at the leading point of each fan shaft. The spindle and blade are able to smash their way through any winter conditions. “It cuts through anything. It busts up ice and compacted snow,” he said. “The geometry of the bar deflects the snow and ice right into the fan. It’s one continuous movement, and the snow always flows in the same direction. We have guys who take these into the feedlots in the winter to blow away ice and frozen manure.” Most snowblowers have their spouts rotating with steel against

steel, which freeze down solid in slushy conditions. The ring where the spout base meets the top of the fan housing becomes a solid block of ice. Snowblast’s spout is raised up from the fan housing and rotates on rollers that spin on bearings. Holzwarth said the gap between the spouts and fan housing ensure that freezing does not occur. Both spouts rotate left and right together. One hydraulic cylinder is attached to the control arm that pulls the cables to position the spouts. Holzwarth said Snowblast snowblowers are designed to withstand the kind of beating that occurs when encountering debris buried in snow banks. Most commercial grade snowblowers have a four-blade fan, with each blade responsible for 25 percent of the load in each revolution. This increases the risk of damage and creates balance problems. “Our minimum number of blades is six per fan. As we get larger with the blower’s size, we go up to eight blades and then nine blades,” Holzwarth said. “Another thing that keeps our machines running is the fact that all drive chains run in an oil bath. I don’t

think anyone else does that. To reduce downtime, our shear pin is located way out front at the front tip of each fan shaft. We do not put a shear pin at the p.t.o. You change the pin in three minutes, standing up without having to crawl over anything.” Snowblasts all have replaceable adjustable skid shoes that let the blade go right down to a hard road surface or lift it up for gravel or hard surfaces. The cutting edges at the bottom of the fan housing are bolted into place rather than welded. Snowblast has four models: • Eight foot with wings cuts up to nine feet, has six blades and requires 90 to 180 horsepower. List price is $14,500. It requires a category 2 or 3 hitch • Nine foot with wings cuts up to 10 feet, eight inches, has six blades and requires 160 to 275 h.p. List price is $21,400. It requires a category 2 or 3 hitch • Ten foot with wings cuts up to 11 feet, six inches, uses eight blades and needs 200 to 375 h.p. List price is $27,600. This is a popular model with row croppers on 30-inch row spacing because their tractors on duals are 11 feet, six inches wide. The blower can be run without changing tires for the winter. It requires a category 3 or 4 hitch • Twelve foot with wings cuts up to 13 feet, six inches, and has nine blades, using 250 to 425 h.p. List

price is $39,200. This is a popular model in the North Dakota and Montana oil patch, where farmers already own high horsepower four wheel drive tractors. It requires a category 3 or 4 hitch Holzwarth said putting in an eight to 12 hour day in a big four-wheel drive with your head turned around backward is not the best scenario. GPS autosteer can help. “The other thing we’re seeing in the northern states is guys buying North American built (mechanical front wheel drive) tractors, most of which can now be ordered with front p.t.o. and front three-point hitch. “The Ford bi-directional has always been a favourite of snowblower operators. And we’ve seen front mounted p.t.o. and three-point hitches on European tractors for a number of years. “We used to manufacture an undercarriage p.t.o., but it was never very popular. It leaves very little ground clearance, plus that tractor is now married to that snowblower.” For farmers who have a payloader, Snowblast also builds a self-powered snowblower that attaches to the front bucket arms. With the diesel engine sitting directly behind the fan housing, there is no longer a need for a front p.t.o. For more information, contact Nick Rempel at 204-728-7177 or visit www.teamcoinc.com.

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MACHINERY | TILLAGE

Twisted Tiger: ripper or chisel plow? Cultivation | Tiger serves two field functions BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

BRANDON — Buying one machine to perform two distinct functions can be a good deal, provided it does both jobs properly. The latest cultivation implement from German manufacturer Michael Horsch is the Tiger, designed to meet high standards as a chisel plow working at four to six inches, a ripper working at 14 inches, or both jobs simultaneously at 10 to 12 inches. Horsch designed the shank to serve both purposes, said Tom Wiebe of Genag in Winkler, Man., a dealer for Horsch Anderson. “We had one machine for field demos in southern Manitoba last fall,” Wiebe said. “Rather than going in with your chisel plow to manage the stubble, then going back again with your ripper, the Tiger can do it all in a single pass.” An aerodynamic-looking heavy casting at the top houses the spring and pivot point. The tip is shaped like a flat scoop and just above the tip, a

curved blade of steel, or deflector plate, twists oncoming soil off to the side. It has enough angle to incorporate stubble into the soil, much like a twisted chisel. The mixing promotes organic decay of the residue. The deflector plate allows both residue management and ripping to happen in the same pass. “Normally, a ripper has a narrow edge-on shank or a sliver shank,” Wiebe said. However, because the twisted deflector handles stubble at the surface, you can run the tip down at 10 or 12 inches in the same operation, so you’re doing your ripping at the same

time. And it doesn’t go around digging trenches in your field. That deflector plate really incorporates stubble into the soil.” The tip and twisted deflector blade on the front row remain in place for chisel plow and ripper operations, but the w ings are removed for straight ripper work at 12 to 14 inches. The trips are permanently set at 1,200 pounds. Wiebe said they ran the Tiger at six to eight m.p.h. The levellers comprise the second row, and the full width packers at the back leave a smooth firm field finish. Contact Wiebe at 204-325-5090 or visit www.genag.com.

The Tiger from Horsch functions as a chisel plow working at four to six inches, a ripper working at 14 inches, or both jobs simultaneously at 10 to 12 inches. | RON LYSENG PHOTOS

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ENERGY | 25-YEAR AGREEMENT

Wind project gets go-ahead BY WILLIAM DEKAY SASKATOON NEWSROOM

The Saskatchewan Rural Municipality of Chaplin will be the site of a new wind project, expected to cost $355 million. SaskPower has announced an agreement with Windlectric Inc., a subsidiary of Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. in Oakville, Ont., to build a 177-megawatt wind power facility. The project will build 77 multimegawatt wind turbines at the Chaplin site, 200 kilometres west of Regina. The turbines will provide enough electricity to power 70,000 homes. “When the Algonquin project at Chaplin is brought into service, wind power will make up about 8.5 percent of SaskPower’s total generating capacity, among the highest percentages in the country,” said SaskPower president Robert Watson. “Renewable generation options, like wind, play a key role in our plans to meet the province’s increased need for electricity in a sustainable manner.” As part of the agreement, SaskPower signed a 25-year contract to buy wind power from the facility. The project is in the same area as the existing 152 megawatt SaskPower Centennial Wind Farm. Algonquin was selected from 26 project proposals from 15 suppliers who responded to SaskPower’s call in 2009 for major wind projects as part of its Green Options Plan. SaskPower said an external fairness consultant observed and reported on the selection process. Algonquin will now secure the environmental approvals necessary to proceed to the construction phase. Construction is expected to begin in 2016, with a planned in-service date of the end of that year. access=subscriber section=crops,none,none

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BUILDING A SHOP | VIABILITY

Stocking combine parts in shop can be good strategy

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o you made some money last year and are thinking about building a shop. I know that some combine owners where I live in central Saskatchewan are thinking about the long waits they had last season when their

machines broke down. Sometimes they waited two or three days for repairs. That’s not much time, unless you are in harvest mode. Then you can lose money on grade and yield by the hour. The more crop you put up in good shape, the better the bottom line. When you rely on others for service, you put your risk management in their hands. You have to able to live with that. Let’s say, for example, that the combine has broken down and you farm on the edge of town, next to the dealership. The mechanic arrives in about 15 minutes. “Wow,” you say. “Now we are going to see some action.”

He looks at the combine and says, “yep, you sure have a problem.” You say, “well then fix it. That’s what I pay you to do.” “But I have no parts. It will take two days to get them,” says the mechanic. So we are back to square one. Are you further ahead? And do you farm on the edge of town and next to the dealership? I didn’t think so. Some machinery companies offer a selection of typical parts and service items that you can stock in your shop if you bought your machines from them. This can be a good strategy and a form of risk management, but will the companies take the parts and service items back if you trade or sell the machine?

Time wise, whether you have the shop or not, you are down if you are waiting for unique parts. So if you had a good shop, would it pay off? You tell yourself if you had a shop you could fix things when it rained. But who told you the machinery would break down when it rains? However, you could do maintenance when it rains or during the winter, which might help avoid some of those breakdowns. Maintenance is the best repair you never made. Let’s get back to your new shop. You will probably need one big enough to hold your combine. There was a farmer near Davidson, Sask., who had a shop that could

accommodate two combines. He heated it with just an ordinary water heater, a pump and tubing buried in the floor. The extra space heater never came on, even when it was -20 C outside. You can get quality with less money when it comes to a shop. You probably already have all the hand tools, but I would recommend a rail with a good chain hoist. The rail should curve to the man door for unloading parts and other heavy objects and over a heavy duty bench if possible. The roof should be high enough that your new chain hoist can lift an engine out of a combine. Even if the dealer is next door, you might be 12th in line at harvest time. In your shop, you are always first. You might also want an hydraulic analyzer because just putting in a pressure gauge tells you nothing. You must know the flow at that high pressure. Then you can test everything. A vibration analyzer is a tool that hardly anyone has. Whether it’s a funny vibration that you haven’t felt before or a noise that is enough to wake the dead, you can often go all around the combine and feel every pulley and shaft but find no obvious problems. Analyzing vibrations Your own vibration analyzer allows you to pinpoint every vibration on the combine. It will also help balance pulleys and read the condition of bearings. Here’s how to use it: • attach the magnetic sensor on anything solid, such as the frame or wheel hub • with the combine running at the appropriate speed, select total vibration. The highest point it reads is how bad your worst vibration is • select individual frequencies • go through the list of frequencies and read each one. The highest one will be the one causing the problem • turn your strobe light on and point at every moving part. The one that seems to be standing still is your culprit.

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PRODUCTION

LEFT: In the raised position, the Sumo subsoiler is carried by the hitch and two large flotation tires. BELOW: Unlike most rippers and deep tillers, this subsoiler leaves a relatively smooth field surface, which should be ready for seeding in the spring. | NEIL PATTERSON PHOTO

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Subsoiler wrestles hardpan; leaves field smooth in wake Reduces compaction | The Sumo can go as deep as 22 inches BY RON LYSENG WINNIPEG BUREAU

BRANDON — The debate over whether frost breaks up hardpan is cooling down as more farmers take their penetrometers and spades to the field. The consensus is that the common belief that frost breaks up the compacted layer is not true. As a result, more producers realize they need some sort of deep ripper or subsoiler to break up the hardpan. If the compacted layer is fractured, water drains away from the surface so deep-rooted plants have a better environment in which to grow, said Stewart Peckitt, who travelled from Britain to Brandon’s Manitoba Ag Days to introduce the British-built Sumo subsoiler. “Talking to farmers here at Ag Days, it seems a lot of the forward thinking guys are forming their own opinions access=subscriber section=production,equip section=production,equipment,none

We designed a shovel and leg that prevents the vertical mixing of soil structures. It lifts and breaks the hardpan without mixing.” STEWART PECKITT SUMO MARKETER

about that old frost-compaction theory,” said Peckitt. “Rather than just listening to what the experts say, these guys are going out and digging holes to see for themselves where the roots travel. “They’re telling us that the roots go down to a certain level and then grow out laterally in search of nutrients and water. And that is compaction.” Peckitt said the Sumo subsoiler

works as shallow as 10 inches and as deep as 22 inches. It’s important for farmers to accurately determine the depth of the hard layer before deciding how deep to set the machine. “You can have compaction at different levels all across your farm or even within a single field,” he said. “You absolutely need that information before you go into the field with a ripper.”

He said a penetrometer is quicker, but a spade does a better job of giving exact depth information. Running deeper than necessary wastes fuel and mixes too much soil, while r unning above the layer accomplishes nothing. “If you have what we call sour soil beneath your fertile soil, you don’t want to mix the layers. Keep the layers segregated. Most North American built rippers have a forward slope and a parabolic tine that mixes the soil horizons. We designed a shovel and leg that prevents the vertical mixing of soil structures. It lifts and breaks the hardpan without mixing.” The Sumo has a radically forward mounted point that creates a wedge to crack the soil profile ahead of it. In doing so, it opens a slot for the leg to run in, reducing the amount of energy required to pull it through the field. The legs are controlled by

nitrogen filled accumulators with adjustable trip outs. The recommended trip out force is 750 p.s.i., but Peckitt recommends going as high as 1,500 p.s.i in heavy clay soil. Trip outs can go well below 750 p.s.i. in light soil. Depth control comes from a pair of wide steel wheels at the front of the frame. The gauge wheels are manually adjustable. Probably the most unusual engineering feature is the central backbone frame. Running front to rear down the middle of the machine, this rigid spine carries the entire stress load. All working tools attach to it. The backbone is strong enough that Sumo put a hitch at the back so the operator can pull a drill or other applicator. Farm implements in Britain are designed to fold up into a transport width of 2.9 metres to travel on the country’s narrow twisty rural roads, said Peckitt. “To meet that criteria, most implements are designed around a complex central tri-frame chassis that tolerates extreme pressures.” Another aspect of the Sumo that shows the European influence is the heavy, solid packer roller running the full width of the machine at the back. Peckitt said the roller doesn’t contribute to compaction. “It only firms up the top three or four inches. If you take a spade and dig, you see that the soil below is nice and loose as deep as you want to dig,” he said. “The packer breaks up the soil clods on the surface and levels the field. It’s ready for one pass seeding next spring.” All Sumo subsoilers have a 2.9 metre transport width, with full hydraulic folding and 650 millimetre leg spacing. The seven-leg unit has a working width of 4.7 metres and requires 350 horsepower. No firm price is available yet. The nine-leg unit has a working width of 5.9 metres, requires 450 h.p. and carries a Canadian list price of $75,000. Hepson Equipment in Brandon is the sole North American importer of the Sumo subsoiler. Contact Hepson co-owner Sid Patterson at 204-7271050 or visit www.hepson.ca.

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COMMODITY CLASSIC | FOOD DEMAND

Vietnam provides wealth of opportunities for trade Feedgrains, livestock | Economic growth in developing countries will create new markets BY SEAN PRATT SASKATOON NEWSROOM

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Global food demand is showing no signs of abating, according to the U.S. Grains Council. More than 600 million households, primarily in developing countries, will join the middle class by 2020. “These new markets in terms of sheer size and dollar value will exceed existing middle class markets in the U.S., Europe and Japan within the next decade or two,” council president Thomas Dorr told delegates attending the 2012 Commodity Classic. “By 2020, middle class households will account for 49 percent of the developing countries’ population, and the impact on food consumption and demand is going to be stunning.” One of those emerging markets is Vietnam, a country of 90 million people with growing disposable incomes. Dorr said Vietnam is about 20 years behind China on the development curve. Per capita domestic product is $3,100 compared to $8,000 in China. “I would suggest it won’t take the same 20 years to catch up because it is learning from the China example,” he said. The Food and Agriculture Export Alliance, which comprises five U.S. commodity associations, helped Vietnam develop and implement new animal health and plant regulations that are expected to result in increased coarse grain trade with the U.S. Feed demand in Vietnam is expected to expand annually, part of which will be met by U.S. corn and soybean products. Total U.S. agricultural exports to Vietnam reached $1.3 billion in 2010, up from $216 million in 2006. It has become the eighth biggest market for U.S. feedstuffs and is the fourth largest market for U.S. distillers grain. “Vietnam provides a huge opportunity for U.S. feed products,” said Dorr. He knows of one dairy operation in the country that is gearing up to have 130,000 cows. Roy Bardole, chair of the U.S. Soybean Export Council, said one of the most exciting developments in Vietnam is the emergence of its aquaculture industry. “Aquaculture is the future. We don’t even begin to understand yet how important aquaculture is going to be to not only the soybean industry but also the feed grains industry,” he said. Global fish demand is growing at the same time that the wild catch is shrinking, which creates a tremendous opportunity for the farmed fish industry. “In the next three years, China, because of its growth in population, will want all of the aquaculture production that is currently traded on the world market, so when you get a chance to enjoy that shrimp or tilapia, do it in the next couple of years,” said Bardole. Vietnam is the third largest aquaculture producer in the world, with 10,400 sq. kilometres devoted to farmed fish production. “That’s a big pond,” said Bardole. Annual production rapidly ex-

economic development. The forecast is for 3.6 million tonnes of production by 2015. Bardole said that presents a tremendous opportunity for the U.S. soybean industry, which has developed soy-based aquaculture rations for 25 years. He said the main feed source for aquaculture operations might surprise some people: manure runoff from nearby livestock operations supplemented by fishmeal. The industry will increasingly turn to higher quality feeds as it matures, such as soybean meal. Vietnam’s

aquaculture industry consumed 728,000 tonnes of soybean meal in 2010 and that volume is expected to grow exponentially. Bardole said Vietnam is shifting from being a soybean meal to a soybean seed importer in an effort to develop a value-added industry. Its first two soybean crushing facilities were built in 2011. The U.S. accounts for a small share of the country’s soymeal imports but 75 percent of its soybean exports, which Bardole said is a positive development. India is a big exporter of soymeal to

IN 2010, U.S. AGRICULTURAL EXPORTS TO VIETNAM WERE

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POST WHEAT BOARD | GRAIN STORAGE

Farmers see on-farm grain storage as way to assert control HEDGE ROW

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s grain storage a wasteful frill or a key strategic asset? That’s a question I’ve pondered lately, and it’s been coming up all pver as the post Canadian Wheat Board mono-poly world looms. I recently moderated a panel discussion about the post-monopoly

world, and the question of who would store the grain came up. It seems no one had yet reached a conclusion. Would prairie farmers store less in the future, leaving storage to grain companies? That’s a theory many have held about a non-monopoly world in which farmers would presumably be able to more quickly clear their crops off the farm. Many have thought that without the wheat board quota system, which prevented farmers from moving all their wheat quickly, a lot more might begin pouring toward port terminals early in the crop year. “No one can store as much as we can in Western Canada,” said one of the panel participants, who predict-

ed less on-farm storage in the new environment. “Maybe being a bin salesman isn’t the best thing going forward.” But even though that’s a common view, I found its polar opposite at the Grainworld conference last week from a learned economist who has worked with farmers in Canada, the United States, Australia and Russia. “The most strategic thing a farmer can do is have storage,” North Dakota State University agricultural economist Bill Wilson said in an interview. “It’s not a dumb thing.” To Wilson, who is a keen observer of agricultural markets and risk management, prairie farmers’ storage facilities aren’t as much of a freakish aberration as prairie farmers think.

North Dakota farmers have enough on-farm storage to store two years worth of crop, he said. And farmers in other countries such as Australia are starting to build storage. Having enough bins to hold a crop allows a farmer to plan his marketing and avoid pressure to sell at the worst time of the year. A farming consultant in Winnipeg, who does a lot of work in Russia,said that farms in the former Soviet Union don’t have much on-farm storage. Mountains of grain are dumped in piles during harvest, and fleets of trucks owned by global grain companies haul it away. The companies can afford to do this because they pay farmers half of what the grain is worth on the world maraccess=subscriber section=news,none,none

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ket. Farmers accept this lower price because they have no way to get the grain to market, no way to store it and are grateful to move it before it spoils. I understand the objections to farmers investing in storage and holding crops: • if the farmer has debt, not paying it down fast can lead to interest costs that nullify any gain from holding onto crops • crops can deteriorate in the bin if not managed well • the capital cost of buying expensive on-farm storage can be a lasting drag on a farm’s profitability However, Wilson’s view draws light to an issue that is dear to many producers’ hearts: farmer control. Perhaps on-farm storage is the last real way a farmer can have power and control within the grain system. It didn’t survive with the prairie wheat pools and the Canadian Wheat Board, but it might survive on a farm-by-farm basis, with bin space being a crucial protection against forced selling. Perhaps there’s some truth to the adage that “crop in the bin is money in the bank.” Crop in the bin isn’t money itself, but it could represent a lot of money that isn’t thrown away because it had to be sold too soon. Maybe farmers haven’t been that dumb building all that storage.

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FARM SAFETY FARM FATALITIES | IMPROVEMENTS

Dangers lurk behind monster machines Severe consequences | As farm equipment gets bigger and heavier, there are more blind spots and less room for error STORIES BY KAREN MORRISON SASKATOON NEWSROOM

etter engineering has helped reduce farm fatalities, but bigger machinery presents new kinds of dangers for operators. Don Voaklander, director of the Alberta Centre for Injury Control and Research, said a gradual decline of

four percent per year in farm fatalities is welcome news. A study by the Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting System found that farm operators remain most at risk for accidents, followed by farm children. The study found children were at greater risk than hired help. Voaklander said dangers include blind spots on chisel plows with

wings, which lead to pinching and crushing injuries. “They’re big and heavy so if something fails or if there is operator error, the consequences are more severe,” said Voaklander. The study identified a gap in equipment training, with the operator not knowing how to handle the equipment or not aware of the proper procedures to reduce the risk.

Voaklander said newer tractors are replacing older tractors without rollover protection. There are also more protective covers and devices on implements. “There is a lot less open machinery running in new equipment,” he said. “Guards are now toggled on and off, where before they were bolted and sometimes were left off.”

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A study by the Canadian Agriculture Injury Reporting System found farm operators were most at risk for accidents, followed by farm children. The most common accidental causes of death on farms were runovers and rollovers, in which vehicles were left running or were unblocked on a slope. | FILE PHOTO

46% 1,975 1,381 $300 million

OF ACCIDENTAL AGRICULTURAL DEATHS IN CANADA WERE CAUSED BY MACHINE ROLLOVERS, RUNOVERS AND ENTANGLEMENTS IN 2008

ACCIDENTAL AGRICULTURAL DEATHS WERE RECORDED IN CANADA FROM 1990 TO 2008, OR AN AVERAGE OF 104 DEATHS PER YEAR

MACHINE-RELATED DEATHS TOOK PLACE FROM 1990 TO 2008, WITH MOST OCCURRING FROM MAY TO NOVEMBER

THE ANNUAL ECONOMIC LOSS DUE TO AGRICULTURE-RELATED INJURIES, INCLUDING HEALTH CARE AND HOSPITALIZATION, REDUCED PRODUCTIVITY, DISABILITY AND DEATH SOURCE: CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL INJURY REPORTING SYSTEM

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FARMER HEALTH | AGING

FARM ACCIDENT | COPING

Good health an investment in family, farm

Short cuts to save time have lifelong repercussions, says accident victim

Finding a better way to tackle growing health and injury concerns in an aging farm population is the goal of Australia’s Sustainable Farm Families program. Susan Brumby, director of the National Centre for Farmer Health in Australia, detailed how the program is monitoring farmers in remote and rural regions at a recent Canadian Agricultural Safety Network conference in Vancouver. She said farmers are aging in both Canada and Australia, with only 10 percent younger than 35. They also have higher rates of preventable injuries, illness, and suicide. “Rurals have a shorter life expectancy than urbans. We should be saying this is not satisfactory,” said Brumby. The program identified occupational hazards, particularly among those working with animals, poor mental health, adverse climate and alcohol misuse that includes binge drinking. Other issues included isolation, access to services, long days and diet and exercise challenges that included a limited access to fresh food and eating a lot of red meat because of its availability. When farm data was compared with other workplaces in Australia, researchers found greater psychological stress and more obesity and weight issues in the farm population, along with high rates of heart disease, diabetes and lower life spans. The perception is that farm families live in pristine conditions, she said, but the reality is they are exposed to many dangers and are in a high stress lifestyle, often at the mercy of the weather and markets. The program began by involving local health officials, sports clubs, the Red Cross and an industry partner, which recruited farm families to participate in small group sessions, catered locally in local halls and offering child care. “The program helps find health issues, which result in referrals, and persuade farmers to get to think about health, which should be seen as an investment in family, farm and self,” said Brumby. It included a health assessment and a 30-minute session to report the results to the individual. “It was a rude shock,” she said of people’s initial reactions. Sessions also included relaxation therapy and grocery store tours, where participants learned how to read nutrition labels. Families then set goals for what they would change by next year, when the assessment would be repeated and results compared. Brumby said most changed their lifestyles a n d b ehav io u r s an d showed improvements in health as a result. “If we’ve got a workforce that’s aging, unwell and not getting appropriate health and medical attention, you understand it’s not sustainable, it can’t be,” she said. “In terms of agricultural production, if your human resources aren’t well, you won’t be able to keep doing that.” Brumby said the program has changed government policies and how people think about their wellbeing. It has also shown farmers how it helps their business. 1.

After months of recovery, some chores are still impossible with one arm STORIES BY KAREN MORRISON SASKATOON NEWSROOM

he prairie skies darkened as Darwin McClughan hurried to finish baling in August 2004. As he had done many times before, the farmer from Duval, Sask., left the tractor and baler running and stepped out to restart the twinewrapping process. But this time, hay was built up on the ledge where his hand was and when the chaff slid down, his arm was pulled into the baler almost up to his shoulder. “I was trapped. I live alone, so there was no one here to know I’m missing,” he said. Complicating the situation was the fact he had left his cellphone in the cab and he was straddling the power take-off. “If I moved, my shoe laces would get caught,” said McClughan. He knew screaming into the night air would prove futile, with the nearest farm kilometres away. He dared not use the other arm in case it also got pulled in. McClughan would remain there crouched over the whirling p.t.o. for 13 hours, licking rainwater off the metal baler to keep himself, a diabetic, hydrated. He watched the sun rise the next day and waited until mid-morning, when his cousin drove by, stopped and quickly turned off the machines. Emergency response teams soon arrived but it would be another hour before they were able to dismantle the baler to release his arm and transport him to a hospital in Regina. That’s where the doctor told him the right arm couldn’t be saved. “That part of it bothered me more than being trapped in the baler,” said McClughan. “My life would be totally different than what it was.”

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Weeks of recovery and months of rehabilitation followed as the righthanded McClughan learned to use his left hand. By the next spring, he had started farming again with help from his brothers.

“You don’t realize how much of a two-handed society it is until you don’t have two hands to do it.” Chores now take longer and some just aren’t possible without help. He said short cuts and rushing

account for many farm accidents. “For the time I saved leaving the baler running, now I’m paying for the rest of my life. If I’d have shut it off, I’d still have my right arm,” he said. “It’s not always the first time a person gets caught, but it sneaks up on you when you least expect it.” These days, he never leaves the cab without his cellphone and without shutting down first. His outcome might have been better if he’d been able to get help sooner, he said. While in hospital, McClughan received a visit from another farmer who had survived a farm accident and lost both arms. “I was in a depressed period. It was pretty uplifting to see how he was managing,” said McClughan. Bill Thibodeau, co-ordinator of the Saskatchewan Abilities Council’s Farmers with Disabilities, said the peer mentorship program matches farmers with volunteers with similar injuries in their region, in the hopes that the support continues after the initial visit. Hundreds of farmers have been involved since the program began in 1985, with many more receiving other sorts of support, he said. Volunteers receive training and are reimbursed for mileage and meals. Thibodeau said it is not designed to replace professional counselling but to offer practical information such as farm modifications, technical aids and how to saddle a horse and open gates. He thinks such information is best delivered by someone with a similar experience. “It’s better to talk to farmers, farmer to farmer,” he said. Since his accident, McClughan has also volunteered his time with Farmers with Disabilities, speaking at schools and farm shows. He said children are quick learners and take his farm safety message home to their families and friends. “I’m a living example of what can happen,” he said. “I can show them what happens when you don’t practice farm safety.” access=subscriber section=news,farmliving,none

FARM DEATHS IN CANADA Leading causes of death, by age group:

Farming is still a hazardous occupation in Canada, according to 2008 national database statistics (latest available) from the Alberta Centre for Injury Control and Research. Between 1990 and 2008, there were 1,968 agricultural fatalities in Canada. Total agricultural fatalities in Canada:

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0-19 years

20-39 years

40-59 years

60+ years

runover by machinery 34%

machinery rollovers 17%

machinery rollovers 21%

runover by machinery 25%

Most farm deaths occur between May and October, but more farm deaths occur in

machinery rollovers 15%

machinery vs traffic collision 13%

runover by machinery 13%

machinery rollovers 23%

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drowning 13%

entanglement in moving machinery parts 11%

entanglement in animal-related 9% moving machinery parts 11%

machinery vs traffic collision 5%

pinned/struck by machine component 8%

pinned/struck by machine component 9%

pinned/struck by machine component 7%

animal-related 5%

runover by machinery 8%

machinery vs traffic collision 8%

entanglement in moving machinery parts 6%

all other injuries 27%

all other injuries 38%

all other injuries 31%

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Source: ACICR | MICHELLE HOULDEN GRAPHIC

Top 10 causes of death, 1990-2008 1. rollover 2. runover 3. entangled/caught in machine 4. machine/motor vehicle collision 5. pinned/struck by machine 6. animal-related 7. struck non-machine object 8. other machine 9. drowning 10. fall from height

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FARM DANGERS | HITS AND MISSES

Farmers get A+ for child safety, but fail on safety plans Farms get an A+ when it comes to protecting the most vulnerable on their farms. Adam Kehler, a research specialist with Farm Credit Canada, detailed findings of the Farm Safety Report Card to the Canadian Agricultural Safety Council conference held in Vancouver in November. “Safety is taken more seriously when it hits close to home,” he said, citing the strong connection between family and safety on the farm. “If you hear of one incident of a child being hurt, you’re going to want to make sure nothing like that happens.” He said 91 percent of producers reported taking precautions to protect children from farm dangers and 35 percent were interested in training on agricultural safety for children. Almost half expressed an interest in first aid training. The 2011 survey gave farmers an overall B grade, which is unchanged from the previous survey in 2008. Top scores were received for safe equipment handling, storage of chemicals, livestock handling and training of family members, with the poorest scores for posting emergency plans and safety policies. Kehler said the key impediment to practicing farm safety has not changed: farmers continue to take sh rt cuts and work when tired. short “Old habits are hard to break.”

Most producers felt their farm took more safety precautions than their neighbours, but Kehler said there was disparity between intention and action. While most producers say safety is a priority on their farms, only one in 10 had written safety plans and

one in four are seeking safety resources and training. “With the amount of communic a t i o n , t h e r e ’s n o r e a s o n i t shouldn’t be easy to access the information,” said Kehler. “We don’t want them on tippy toes reaching for the cookie jar. We

want it right there.” He said most farmers go to the agricultural industry for safety resources, followed by the provincial government, farm and commodity associations, CASA, St. John Ambulance and the Red Cross.

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INFORMATION | ACCESS

A 2011 survey of 948 farmers by Farm Credit Canada shows farmers give themselves an overall ‘B’ grade when it comes to their safety practices on the farm. On your farm, how often do you: take precautions for children handle equipment safely store chemicals safely handle livestock safely train family members supervise new workers replace machinery guards train new workers use personal protective equipment routinely check and manage hazards require safe work procedures on the farm order additional safety options not work when tired encourage annual checkups for everyone offer disability insurance for employees post an emergency plan post a formal safety policy for your operation

percentage of affirmative responses 91% 83% 82% 81% 81% 77% 76% 73% 72% 69% 69% 50% 35% 32% 22% 16% 10%

grade A+ A AAAB+ B+ B B BBD F F F F F

Source: Farm Credit Corporation | MICHELLE HOULDEN GRAPHIC

SAFETY PLAN | INJURY PREVENTION

Farm safety plans needed, ‘too many farmers are dying,’ says KAP president Be prepared | Occupational health and safety regulations are a farm operator’s responsibility

roducers need to develop their own health and safety guidelines or the government will do it for them. “Be prepared in the event there are new regulations,” Canadian Agricultural Safety Association executive director Glen Blahey said in an interview during the association’s recent annual meeting. “If there are new regulations, then you’ve done your homework.” Health and safety regulations are legally required in workplaces in Canada, but the basic tenets of occupational health and safety are a farm operator’s responsibility. “People who live and work on farms are not different than people who work in factories,” he said. “If farmers adopt this, they are demonstrating their due diligence and their acceptance and ownership of safety and health.” Blahey said CASA’s Canada FarmSafe Plan guide was created to help farmers be proactive and establish a safe workplace based on the best industry practices needed to protect the farmer, his family and workers from injury and illness. “It takes safety from being a dirty little secret to becoming part of the operation of a farm,” he said. The Canadian Agricultural Injury Reporting program found that a farm’s average loss is $700 when a farmer is injured. It increases to

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$10,000 if the farmer is hospitalized, $143,000 if there is a permanent disability and $250,000 for a fatality. The total cost to the Canadian economy from agricultural injuries is estimated at $200 to $300 million annually. “The investments that you make in making a health and safety plan become an insurance hedge against those losses,” said Blahey. The farmer has to commit to carrying out the plan and be responsible for everyone’s safety in the operation. Workers can help identify hazards and develop standardized operating practices. “It gives workers the opportunity to provide input to the management of hazards and dangers that the operator doesn’t recognize,” Blahey said. “The best safe work procedures are written down by a team.” Blahey said the document can be used as a training tool for new workers and updated as required. 1.

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“The more it’s used, the better and more successful a safety plan will be in the operation,” he said. “If you don’t use it, you lose it.” CASA hopes to promote the FarmSafe plan through farm groups. Keystone Agricultural Producers president Doug Chorney is supportive. “Too many farmers are dying,” he said, citing the death of a neighbour near East Selkirk, Man., last year in an all-terrain vehicle accident. “You hug the widow of a dead

farmer and you put farm safety in perspective because we are losing way too many farmers to farm accidents.” He said a 2010 study in Manitoba found that more than half the fatalites in workplaces occurred on farms. “We are more dangerous than any other occupation in the province,” said Chorney. “So we have to start taking responsibility for farm safety and be proactive because if we don’t do it ourselves, government will.”

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Farm safety: there’s an app for that Digital technology replaces binders and safety manuals The Canada FarmSafe Plan is developing a computer app that should make it easier for producers to create and follow standard operating procedures on their farms. Carol Ann Paul, managing director of the Centre for Education and Work at the University of Winnipeg, received $200,000 in funding to create the farmer friendly software over the next two years. She said it will make the FarmSafe Plan more accessible and less daunting than wading through binders of information. “Digital media will give them the resources and make it simple to do because no one is going to sit down and go through a manual,” she said. “People are terrified of documents. We can get past that with technology.” The app will be designed to help farmers catalogue the risks and hazards and see what their safety plan would look like. Laurel Aitken, a safety co-ordinator with Alberta Agriculture, stressed the urgent need for such a tool. She said the app gives her another option for delivering the safety message to farmers. “It takes a big chunk of information that’s provided to farmers and allows farmers to take it on in more digestible pieces so that they can access what they need when they need it.” Glen Blahey of the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association expects a good reception among all ages in an increasingly tech savvy farm population. “We were looking for similar apps in other industries. This has the potential to be pretty cutting edge.” 1.

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FARM SAFETY SAFETY | IMPROVEMENTS

Safety balanced with efficiency Greenhouse owner takes workers’ safety seriously Dave Ryall of Gipaanda Greenhouses in Ladner, B.C., made safety a priority by improving lighting, ensuring new workers are trained, installing gauges to measure air quality and adding lifts and rails to make cutting and picking produce easier for workers. | KAREN MORRISON PHOTO

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Take the FCC Farm Safety Quiz You’ve planned for safety, now it’s time for action. Put your safety plan in writing, share it with others and train your team so everyone learns how to work safe. Test your knowledge at www.fccfarmsafety.ca and enter to win a safety kit. Canadian Agricultural Safety Week March 11 – 17

Safety matters

afety, ergonomics and productivity are top of mind for longtime tomato grower Dave Ryall. Shortly before his retirement, he hosted a delegation from the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association for a tour of his Gipaanda Greenhouses operation at Ladner, B.C. “If owning or a supervisor, you always have to be walking the place thinking about ergonomics,” he said. Balancing safe practices with efficient production became even more important when his business growing hot house tomatoes jumped to 18 acres in size. Ryall installed long tracks of pipe to accommodate carts so that he could eliminate the time and effort spent stringing up vines in the high wire layering system. “We used to spend more time walking,” he said. Carts elevate workers up and down or move them across the track and allow for easier access to the vines during the growing period and at harvest. Buckets with cleaning solutions for pruning tools were added to the carts to reduce stooping and bending by workers. “The greenhouse was engineered so it is at staff levels,” he said. The amount of glass in the greenhouse was also a concern, so Ryall implemented evacuation drills twice a year in which workers practice grabbing a tote to protect themselves from breaking glass as they leave the site. The operation also has at least one person per shift trained in first aid. Other safety measures included installing good lighting and blocking truck wheels when loading tomatoes. With 120 employees and a worker turnover of 30 people a year, Ryall said training is required before anyone starts work. He also encouraged English-as-asecond-language programs for his largely landed immigrant staff to improve communication. A shrink wrap machine in the packing room features sensors that automatically stop the machine if someone comes too close. Boilers used to heat the year-round operation also contain sensors that shut them off if high temperatures are reached. Workers who service the underground tanks, drain tiles and sump pumps must take confined space training. A fan for air circulation and gauges metering the air also were installed. “We have to make sure the air is good for them,” Ryall said.

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1978 THRUSH GEARED 600, every mod possible, 9800 TT, 800 SM, trades considered, extensive annual, ready to go. Not CONSORT GUN AND HOBBY SHOW cheap, but good. $200,000. 403-934-4880, 37th Annual, April 14 and 15 at Consort Strathmore, AB. S p o r t e x , S at u r d ay 1 0 - 5 : 3 0 , S u n d ay 10-3:30, Consort, AB. Country music ses- MGK AERO: LIGHT aircraft and engine sions run Friday noon, Saturday and Sun- parts, propellers, C23 new surplus parts. day. Food, show and music under one roof. 204-324-6088, Altona, MB. Admission: $5 adults, $3 youth. Over 1800 ft. of display and trade tables will interest everyone. Boat and firearm license testing available. Ph 403-577-3818, Sponsored by Consort Lions Club.

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.

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1974 CESSNA 150L, TTSN 1850 hrs. on air frame, eng. and prop, Nav/Com MX300, Garmin 495 in dash, transponder w/encoder, Narco ELT, intercom Hobbs meter, wing tip strobes, NDH, red and white, 8+ inside/out. 403-330-4994, Milk River, AB.

1956 CESSNA 182, 3897 hrs TTSN, 1530 hrs SMOH on condition, Transponder Mode C, ELT 406 Hz, autogas STC’d, 4-place intercom, 1 piece windshield, reupholstered in 1997, current annual, $55,000. Email: michael.blain@altagas.ca 780-812-0688, Bonnyville, AB. I O - 3 6 0 LY C O M I N G C a l l o r t e x t 780-622-7442, Fox Creek, AB. 1976 CESSNA 182P Skylane II, 2650 TT, approx. 1200 SMOH, always hangared, GPS, C of A Nov. 2011, Mode C transport, 4-place intercom, 3-blade prop, newer Narco radio. 306-689-2651, Lancer, SK.

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1956 AERONCA 7EC Champ, great shape, C90, fresh top (new cylinders), good flyer. $30,000 or offers. Motivated seller. 780-826-9651, Cold Lake, AB. Email: ehan@telusplanet.net

2003 DIAMOND DA20-C1; 2006 Diamond DA20-C1. w/GNS 430 and GTX 327 trans- 1974 SKYMASTER P-337G, 2300 TT, engines approx. 600 hrs. SMOH, extensive ponder. 403-637-2250, Water Valley, AB. annual complete, $90,000 firm. Phone Rick Wildfong 306-734-2345 or 306-734-7721, Craik, SK.

Duddridges of Hanley MUST SELL: 1969 Piper Cherokee. Full IFR panel, ILS, DME, dual Nav/Coms, dual ADF, XPDR, GPS, intercoms, good radios, $35,000 firm. Phone for info. Serious buyers only. 306-445-3690, Battleford, SK.

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1952 U MINNEAPOLIS, big fenders, pulley, hand clutch, good tires, needs paint, runs good. 306-883-2727, Spiritwood, SK. CN SWITCHING LANTERN, red, amber, and green lenses. 306-272-4620 after 6 PM, Foam Lake, 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

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. or E-mail: tunerite@telusplanet.net ADRIAN’S MAGNETO SERVICE Guaranteed repairs on mags and ignitors. Repairs. Parts. Sales. 204-326-6497. Box 21232, Steinbach, MB. R5G 1S5. IH 660 DIESEL, running, like new rubber, $3,850. 403-504-9607, Medicine Hat, AB. 930 CASE; 1963 Chevy 1 ton; 1954 Mercury 2 ton; Oliver parts. 306-482-8801, Carnduff, SK. 1928 IH TRUCK, 1 1/4 ton; 1935 WD40 IH t r a c t o r ; 1 9 6 5 M i n n e ap o l i s t r a c t o r. 306-378-2978, Elrose, SK. ALLIS CHALMERS power unit G226 (D17 tractor engine) c/w clutch, $500. 403-226-0429, Calgary, AB. WANTED: OLDER MODEL C-20 John Deere field culitvator, complete or for parts. Phone 204-564-2204, Russell, MB.

1926 CHEV 1/2 ton, 4 cylinder, 3 spd. std., wooden cab and wheels, running cond, $7900. 780-632-6372, 780-603-5307 cell, Vegreville, SK. 1952 CHEV 1 ton truck, B&H, runs good, new paint, much more recent work. 306-567-4608, 306-567-5587 Davidson SK WANTED: 1970-1973 FIREBIRD or Trans AM, any condition. 306-862-8518, Choiceland, SK.

ZAMBONI AND Olympia ice resurf1976 FORD 1 TON truck, needs ring gear, USED for sale. Parts, sales and service. price $400; also other antique items. ers 403-830-8603, 403-271-9793, Calgary, AB Phone 306-453-2843, Carlyle, SK. 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. WANTED: COMPLETE engine, trans. and runabout body for 1912 Model T car. 403-395-3917, Cayley, AB

WANTED: FRONT STEEL wheels and motor for a 1942 2N Ford tractor. Or a whole NEW TRACTOR PARTS. Also tractor ser- parts tractor. 306-864-2994, Melfort, SK. vice and owner’s manuals. Great competi- SUKANEN SHIP PIONEER Village and Mutive quotes. Our 38th year. Visit us at seum Hobby Show, Swap Meet and www.diamondfarmtractorparts.com Phone Antiques, March 30 and 31st, Heritage 1-800-481-1353. Pavilion, Moose Jaw Exhibition Grounds, WRECKING 1960 and older tractors for Moose Jaw, SK. www.sukanenmuseum.ca parts; Also D8-13A Cat; WANTED: JD R For info 306-693-7315 or 306-692-4755. steel wheels. 780-755-2185, Edgerton, AB. WANTED: TRACTOR MANUALS, sales broCOCKSHUTT 30, 1948-49, excellent chures, tractor catalogs. 306-373-8012, working tractor, overhauled, 12V, 2 spd., Saskatoon, SK. hyds., pulley and PTO, good rear tires, $2400. 780-895-7650, Lamont, AB. WANTED: HORSE DRAWN JD high wagon and box. Must be shedded and in good shape. 204-859-2508, Rossburn, MB. 1928 HART PARR 18-36, original running cond., $9500; 1956 OLIVER OC-3 crawler, exc. running condition, $5000. Would take Oliver Super 99 on trade. 306-921-5827, Melfort, SK. Email dj.harold@sasktel.net FOR SALE: JOHN DEERE 820. Runs good. Phone 306-595-4609, Pelly, SK. WANTED: JD 50 tractor for parts, preferably w/wide front axle, need not be running. 403-641-2155, Gem, AB. BUYING TRACTOR CATALOGUES, brochures, manuals, calendars, etc. Edmonton AB. Barry 780-921-3942, 780-903-3432. WANTED: GRILL AND all sheet metal for Case 350 or 300. Or will purchase whole tractor. Phone 306-731-2737, Craven, SK. IHC W4 TRACTOR w/mounted wood saw and cast iron seats. Phone 306-697-3206, Grenfell, 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 and pictures: walters1@xplornet.com

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. We’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. CASH IN YOUR CLOSET? Cash paid for clothing, footwear, textiles and accessories made before 1990. 306-373-8012, Saskatoon, SK.

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1957 MERCURY 2 ton truck exc. orig. running cond, always stored inside and start- REFINISHERS DREAM: Antique Duncan Fyfe mahogany table, seats 16, $400 OBO; ed regularly. 306-946-3806, Watrous, SK A l s o S i l ve r B i r c h fi n e b o n e c h i n a . MOTORCYCLES WANTED: 1965 to 1982 306-662-2043, Maple Creek, SK. Kawasakis, any size or condition. Will pickup and pay cash. Call Wes 403-936-5572 WANTED: RED INDIAN oil sign. Phone 306-931-8478. anytime, Calgary, AB.

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2009 FEATHERLITE 8127-0024, 7’ tall, 24’ long, 2 gates, $16,900, exc. cond., $22,000. New! 1-866-346-3148 or NORMS SANDBLASTING & PAINT, 40 www.allandale.com years body and paint experience. We do metal and fiberglass repairs and integral to 35’ FEATHERLITE STOCK TRAILER, cusdaycab conversions. Sandblasting and tom made for hauling hard antlered elk, paint to trailers, trucks and heavy equip. white-tail or bison. 5 compartments, Endura primers and topcoats. A one stop (3) 7000 lb. axles. Priced for quick sale, $20,000 firm. 780-975-4020, Gibbons, AB. shop. Norm 306-272-4407, Foam Lake SK.

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2006 CROWN VICTORIA, 136,000 kms, ATC, htd. mirrors, adjustable pedals, good cond, $4800. 306-997-4916, Borden, SK. 2006 MALIBU SS, 3.9L, V6, auto, loaded, black, sunroof, leather, 57,000 kms, TRUCK BONEYARD INC. Specializing in $8500. 306-373-9727, Saskatoon, SK. obsolete parts, all makes. Trucks bought 2009 BUICK LUCERNE CX, 3.9L, V8, auto, for wrecking. 306-771-2295, Balgonie, SK. loaded, CD, 6 pass. alum. wheel, 20,000 CUMMINS L10E MOTOR, Jake brake, com- kms $13,300. 306-222-9012 Saskatoon SK plete drop-in, $3500; IHC 7.3N motor, low kms complete, $1500; 1999 Ford Powerstroke complete, good runner, $2500; 5.9 Cummins, Allison auto, 300,000 kms complete; Mack 237, take out, $1500; 1999 Ford 350, complete, front end, cab and doors, dual wheel rear end; Volvo doors; 2010 LODE-KING SUPER B steel grain 1985 IHC S line doors. Call 780-470-0330, trailer, alum. slopes, alum. wheels, stainEdmonton, AB. less 1/2 round fenders, air ride, good WRECKING SEMI-TRUCKS, lots of parts. tarps, $62,500. 306-745-7219, or email Call Yellowhead Traders. 306-896-2882, griffithtransport@sasktel.net for pictures, Stockholm, SK. Churchbridge, SK. ONE OF SASK’s largest inventory of used 2002 DOEPKER SUPER B, 11R24.5 tires, heavy truck parts. 3 ton tandem diesel mo- Hendrickson susp., air ride with guages, tors and transmissions and differentials for fresh MB. safety, alum. slopes, $37,000 all makes! Can Am Truck Export Ltd., Call Ken: 204-364-2358, Arborg, MB. 1-800-938-3323. 2010 WILSON SUPER B grain trailer, all aluminum wheels, 22R5, great shape, SS VS TRUCK WORKS Inc. parting out GM corners, current safety, $78,000 OBO. Cal1/2- 1 ton trucks. Call Gordon or Joanne, gary, AB. 403-236-4028. 403-972-3879, Alsask, SK. SASKATOON TRUCK PARTS CENTRE Ltd. North Corman Industrial Park New and used parts available for 3 tonhighway tractors including custom built tandem converters and wet kits. All truck makes/models bought and sold. Shop service available. Specializing in repair and 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. www.saskatoontruckparts.ca DL #914394

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. 1999 DOEPKER SUPER B closed in hoppers; 1999 Doepker Super B open end hoppers, 1999 Lode-King Super B closed in hoppers. All safetied. $32,000 OBO each. 306-742-4568, MacNutt, SK. 2007 LODE-KING SUPER B Prestige grain trailers, alum. wheels inside and out, $53,500. 306-264-3794, Meyronne, SK. 2000 CANCADE PONY pup, 18’ BH&T, new rubber and tarp, safetied, $16,500. 306-332-6776, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK.

TWO SETS 2010 LODE-KING PRESTIGE Super B grain bulkers, custom lights and custom paint, fully loaded, lift axles, alum. rims. load/unload lights, good rubber, black and pewter color, $75,000 each OBO. Call 306-692-1999, Moose Jaw, SK. 2008 WILSON ALUMINUM grain trailer, 41x96x78”, Interax air ride, alum. wheels, air gauges, ag hoppers, Shur-Lok roll tarp, $28,000. Four to choose from. Dugald, MB. 1-800-665-0800. 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.

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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. QUALITY USED/CLEARANCE TRAILERS Enclosed, flatdecks, dumps. 2009 2-place enclosed sled trailer, lowboy, garment rack, grip glides on deck and ramp doors. Excellent condition! Call Flaman Trailers in Saskatoon, SK. www.flaman.com/trailers 1-888-235-2626.

Trailers In Stock: • 38.5’ tandem on air, 78” high side, side chutes, loaded.............$34,500 • 45’ Tri-Axle, 78” high sides, 2 hopper, air ride................$42,500 New Trailers Arriving Daily! Call for quotes.

2010 DOEPKER 36’, air ride, 24.5 rubber, Hwy. Jct. 13 & 39 fenders, load lights, less than 10,000 kms. Weyburn, SK 306-592-4524 306-563-8144 Buchanan SK 1980 LODE-KING GRAIN trailer, $9000. 2005 LODE-KING SUPER B, all steel Please call 306-535-5815, Gray, SK. open end grain trailers, new rubber, paint excellent, fresh safety, $50,000. Millhouse 2008 DOEPKER SUPER B Bulker, great Farms 306-398-4079, Cut Knife, SK. shape with new safety. Also in stock, 2012 Super B grain trailers; 2012 Doepker Super SANDBLAST AND PAINT your grain trailB flats in stock. Many more used grain ers, boxes, flatdecks and more. We use intrailers arriving daily, many colors to dustrial undercoat and paint. Can zinc coat choose from. 1-800-665-6317. More de- for added rust protection. Quality worktails avail. at www.macarthurtruck.com manship guaranteed. Prairie Sandblasting NEW 2012 TANDEM and tri-axle trailers, and Painting, 306-744-7930, Saltcoats, SK. 2 and 3 hopper, air ride, $25,000 up. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 2005 LODE KING GRAIN trailer, all alumi- HEARTLAND ALUM. BUMPER pull horse num, air ride, 11R22.5 tires, current safe- trailer, 4 horse angle haul, drop windows, ty, 80% rubber, 4 to choose from, $50,000 insulated roof, front and rear saddle racks, OBO. 403-236-4028, Calgary, AB. like new condition. Asking $16,000. Call NEW 2012 tandem axle air ride, 38’ open Mike 204-638-9108, Dauphin, MB. end, 80” sides, air gauges, tarp, warranty, WWW.DESERTSALES.CA Canadian made $32,000. 780-913-0097, Edmonton, AB. trailers horse/stock, cargo/flatdeck, NorTWO 2010 WILSON Super B bulkers, lift bert’s Trailers now in BC. Triple stage axles, alum. sub frame, 22.5 rubber on al- g r o u n d l o a d s n o w i n s t o c k . P h o n e um. rims, Michel’s tarps, good rubber and 1-888-641-4508, Bassano, AB. f r e s h s a f e t y, $ 7 8 , 5 0 0 . O B O . C a l l 306-585-2550, Regina, SK. 2003 WILKINSON 20’, good tires, rubber mats, removable side windows, brand new 1-2004 LODE-KING SUPER B, aluminum spare tire, front checker plate, excellent combo. grain bulkers. Call, 306-648-7766, cond., $9,000. 306-868-2258, Avonlea, SK. Gravelborg, SK.

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1996 WILSON COMMANDER, air ride, tandem, Ag hoppers, c/w Michel’s augers, $27,900; 2004 Wilson Pacesetter, air ride, tandem, Ag hoppers w/Michel’s auger $29,900. 306-266-4977 Glentworth 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

NEW BLUEHILLS GOOSENECK stock, 18’, $11,700; 16’, $10,900. Call 306-445-5562, 2002 LOADLINE, center dump, tandem axle, gravel trailer, like new condition, Delmas, SK. bought in 2004 new, used 4 months a year 2012 BISON TRAIL HAND 3H, full LQ, since; Also a 1986 Midland, tandem axle $27,900. Not a typo! Saddle racks, awning three hopper, center dump; And a 1986 and more! A must see.1-866-346-3148 or Decap tandem axle, two hopper, close under load, center dump; Also, 1994 and www.allandale.com 1995 Super B side dump gravel trailers; MR. B’s TRAILER SALES, Norberts and And 1995 lead tandem axle side dump Rainbow, lease to own. Ph. 306-773-8688, g r ave l t r a i l e r. C a l l fo r p r i c e s , D a l e Swift Current, SK. 306-681-8899, Moose Jaw, SK.

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2009 LODE-KING PRESTIGE 36’, air ride, fenders, 24.5 rubber, load lights, safetied to Dec./12, low kms, exc. cond., $32,000 OBO. 204-734-8823, Benito, MB.

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TRUCK PARTS: 1/2 ton to 3 ton; Gas and diesel engines; 4 and 5 speed trans.; single and 2 speed axles; B&H, 13’-18’; and many other parts. Phoenix Auto, Lucky Lake, SK., 1-877-585-2300. WRECKING USED VOLVO trucks: Misc. ax- 2009 LODE-KING PRESTIGE Super B les and trans. parts; Also tandem trailer grain trailers. Excellent shape. Call suspension axles. 306-539-4642 Regina SK 306-494-7131, Kerrobert, SK. WANTED: 20’ OR 24’ flatdeck for a truck, 2010 NEVILLE BUILT alum. 40’, air ride u s e d , i n g o o d c o n d i t i o n . P h o n e susp., w/gauges and alum. wheels, 306-677-7303, Hodgeville, SK. $27,500. 306-645-2118, Rocanville, SK.

2005 LODE-KING TRI-AXLE grain trailer c/w 10” Michel’s hopper augers, wireless remote, very good cond., $41,500 OBO. 780-888-2295, Lougheed, AB.

2 MICHEL’S 10” under hopper augers, 1997 MERRITT TRI-AXLE cattleliner, air steel, remotes. Were installed on 36’ Lode ride suspension, good condition, $18,000 OBO. Call 403-380-0180, Fort McLeod, AB. King, $3000. 306-937-2882, Battleford, SK. CUSTOM BUILT GOOSENECK stock trailer, NEW WILSON SUPER B’s, tridem and tan- 14x6, decent condition. 306-424-2720, dem 38’; 2012 Wilson tridem; 2010 Doep- Montmartre, SK. ker tridem; 2008 Lode-King Super B’s; 2006 Wilson Super B’s, alum wheels; 1997 NORBERT GOOSENECK CATTLE trailer, Doepker Super B’s, electric tarps; 1996 al- 7’x16’, 7000 lb axles, center gate, Rumber um. Lode-King Super B, alum. budds, air f l o o r, s h e d d e d , ve r y g o o d , $ 8 8 0 0 . ride; 1996 Doepker Super B, air ride; 2004 306-944-4844, Humboldt, SK. and 1990 tandem grain trailers; Tandem and S/A converter, drop hitch, cert.; Tan- 2001 SOUTHLAND 5 horse gooseneck dem axle 18’ pony pups, BH&T. Phone horse trailer. Front and rear tack, saddle 3 0 6 - 3 5 6 - 4 5 5 0 , D o d s l a n d , S K . D L # racks, drop down windows, 7’ wide, 7’ high, excellent condition, $20,000 OBO. 905231, www.rbisk.ca 306-863-2720, 306-921-7294, Melfort, SK

WRECKING LATE MODEL TRUCKS: 1/2 tons, 3/4 tons, 1 tons, 4x4’s, vans, SUV’s. Also large selection of Cummins diesel motors, Chevs and Fords as well. Phone Edmonton- 1-800-294-4784, or Calgary1-800-294-0687. We ship anywhere. We have everything, almost. SOUTHSIDE AUTO WRECKERS, Weyburn, SK, 306-842-2641. Used car and truck parts, light to heavy. We buy scrap iron and non-ferrous metals. NEW ACI TRUCK box covers, fits 2007-2010 GMC/Chev shortbox, crewcab, $400 ea. 306-773-0996, Swift Current, SK.

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McSHERRY AUCTION SITE Moving and Estate sale featuring: Oil and railway. Saturday, March 17th, at 10:30 AM. Stonewall, MB. #12 Patterson Drive. Two 1920 Clear Vision gas bowsers; one Red Indian; one Enarco. Over 50 signs: Red Indian, Enarco, Dunlop, Goodrich, Ford, Prestone, Sky Cheif, Texaco, BA, Shell, MH, Oliver, Truimph Motorcycle Dealership, Canadian Pacific Porc Sheild, Beaver, National Telegraph. Over 150 amazing oil cans collection, many rare and mint. Oil bottles; Mobile Oil; oil rack; cast toys; wind-up toys. Pics and full listing on website www.mcsherryauction.com Next auction: Saturday, March 31, excellent Coca Cola collections; Blackcat. Stua r t M c S h e r r y, 2 0 4 - 4 6 7 - 1 8 5 8 , 204-886-7027.

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GOOD TRAILERS, REASONABLY priced. Tandem axle, gooseneck, 8-1/2x24’, Beavertail and ramps, 14,000 GVW, $6900; or triple axle, $7900. All trailers custom built from 2000 to 20,000 lbs., DOT approved. Call Dumonceau Trailers, 306-796-2006, Central Butte, SK.

40 TON WILLOCK tandem drop deck. Sask. safety, good shape, reinforced deck. PRECISION TRAILERS: Gooseneck and $16,000 OBO. 204-773-3044, Russell, MB. bumper hitch. You’ve seen the rest now own the best. Hoffart Services, 2009 36’ EAST end dump, triple axle, elec. 306-957-2033, www.precisiontrailer.com tarp, lift axles, plastic liner, tires 80%. MB safetied till January, 2013. 204-792-9590, 1986 KING EQUIPMENT lowbed, deck 8’8”W plus outriggers, 19’6”L, dropdeck, Sanford, MB. beavertail, 50 ton capacity, MB safetied, triple axle, 275/70R22.5 tires, detachable gooseneck with reconditioned cylinders, 4 new bushing’s in suspension, FOB $30,000. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB.

Wilson Aluminum Tandem, Tri-Axle & Super B Grain Trailers

2012 WILSON TANDEMS Starting at........................................$39,995 2012 WILSON TRIDEM Starting at ........................................$51,980 2012 WILSON SUPER B Starting at........................................$89,980 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 2002 BERGEN 25’ 5th wheel flatdeck trailer with beavertails, torsion flex axles, plus bale racks, new tires, good condition. Call 306-597-2115, Togo, SK. TWO 2012 ARNIE’S TRIDEM belly dump trailers, w/auto lift axles. 306-442-4545, Weyburn, SK.

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NEW LIGHT DUTY DUMP- Great for an acreage, haul dirt or debris with this 12’ dump trailer, 2- 5200 lb. axles, single push cylinder, 4.1 cubic yard capacity. Starting at only $6,450. Visit your nearest Flaman Trailers or call 1-888-435-2626 www.flamantrailers.com

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2002 FORD F350 DRW Lariat, 465,000 kms, crewcab, well maintained and cared for, new tires, batteries, brakes and more, $12,500. 306-736-7940, Glenavon, SK.

GRAIN 2012 W ILSO N TANDEM S..........AVAILABLE 2012 W ILSO N TRIDEM ..............AVAILABLE 2012 W ILSO N SUPER B..................................... STARTIN G AT..........$89,980.00 (In S to ck) USED GRAIN 2010 W ILSO N TRIAX LE.............$4 5 ,980.00 2010 W ILSO N SUPER B.............$79,980.00 2008 W ILSO N SUPER B.............$6 5 ,980.00 2004 DO EPK ER SUPER B..........$3 9,980.00 2004 CASTLETO N SUPER B.....$4 3 ,980.00 2004 LO DEK ING SUPER B........$3 9,900.00 VARIETY O F US ED G RAIN AVAILABLE REN TALS AVAILABLE

EQ UIPM EN T 2012 M UV-ALL DO UBLE & SINGLE DRO PS & HDG ..........IN S TO C K 2004 M UVALL 5370SFTD ........$4 4 ,900.00 DECK S NEW W ILSO N STEP & FLAT DECK S TANDEM & TRIDEM .................O N O RDER 2003 W ILSO N ACFD-300.........$24 ,000.00 GRAV EL 2013 CRO SS CO UNTRY TRIDEM END DUM P................................O N O RDER

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STAINLESS STEEL TANKERS, 5000 to 7000 gal. cap., tandems, tridems, $18,000 to $28,000. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. FUL L L IN E W IL SO N D EAL ER 1979 ATCO TROMBONE dropdeck, 8.5x45, W ESTER N CAN AD A’S ON LY live roll spring susp., $15,000 firm; Cert. F ULL LIN E M UV -ALL D EALER 1993 custom built 20’ pintle trailer, beaFina ncing Av a ila ble, vertails, (2) 10,000 lb axles, air over hyds., Com p etitiv e Ra tes O.A.C. completely rebuilt, $8500; 1998 shop built 20’ pintle trailer, beavertails, (2) 7000 1985 TRAIL KING 50’ tridem, single drop, lbs. axles, air over hyds., needs work, hyd. tilt and winch, slide outs, Sask. safety, $2500. 780-470-0330, Edmonton, AB. $27,000. 306-463-2796, Kindersley, SK. UNUSED 2012 BWS EZ2Load 27’ end dump tandem air ride, elec. tarp, 11R22.5 radials. 306-621-0425, Yorkton, SK.

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2011 CHEVY SILVERADO LT 1500, crewcab, 4x4, 34,000 kms., On-Star, loaded, $27,900. Cam-Don Motors Ltd, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. DODGE LARAMIE 2500, 91,000 kms, loaded w/many accessories, excellent condition. 306-961-4682, Prince Albert, SK.

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NEW 2012 DODGE QUAD CAB, Laramie, 4x4, leather, nav., retails at $48,865, now $38,850. Hendrys Chrysler, 306-528-2171, Nokomis, SK. DL #907140.

2001 DODGE 3500, 4x4, 5 spd. Cummins, 194,000 kms., 12’ deck, c/w duals, $15,900. Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK.

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2006 DODGE MEGA CAB 3500 with custom deck, 5.9 Cummins auto 4x4, one owner, 95,500 miles, chip, 4” exhaust, extra fuel tank, alum. bumper, hide-away 5th wheel. $28,500. 403-946-5703, Calgary, AB. 2006 DODGE RAM 2500, Mega cab, excellent condition, $22,500. 204-727-0925 or 204-726-9414, Brandon, MB. 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.

1989 F250 XLT LARIAT, 2 wheel drive, 7.3 diesel, 5 spd. manual. Needs repair, 216,000 kms., good shape, $4000 OBO. 306-932-7915, Plenty, SK. 1994 F250 SLT, 7.3L diesel, 240,000 kms, excellent condition, no rust, $5500. 306-962-4264, Eston, SK. 1999 F150 XLT, 4x4, super cab, 5.4 litre, 197,000 kms., $5500 OBO. 306-366-4810 or 306-231-7054, Englefeld, SK.

1999 3/4 TON 4x4 diesel service truck, rebuilt motor, new tires, full service body w/tool boxes, 200 gal. fuel tank w/electric pump, $5500 OBO. Phone 306-882-3787, Rosetown, SK.

2007 F-350 FORD Super Duty Lariat, crew cab, 4x4, short box, diesel, recent work orders, clean unit, engine warranty, Sask. tax paid, $17,500 OBO. Call Neil for details 306-231-8300, Humboldt, SK.

2008 DODGE 3500 Laramie, Quad Cab, LWB single wheel, Cummins dsl., full load w/heated leather, lots of extras, flip-up heated towing mirrors, eng. brake, power slider, steering wheel controls, new tires, 192,000 kms, very clean, fully maintained truck, asking $25,000. 403-357-9192 or 403-358-0456, Tees, AB. Other trucks and equipment available. Go to website: www.stockmanstradingco.com

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2007 DODGE LARAMIE 3500 dually, 6.7 L, loaded, interior w/leather, auto, 80,000 kms, c/w 2008 9’ Falcon multi-deck, bale spools, grain/pellet feeder, Falcon bumper/grill guard, mint condition, $48,500. 403-787-2363, 403-823-0584, Hussar, AB.

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 NS DATIO THE MMO ACCO ABLE AT ERATON AVAILOINTS SH OUTH L P AL NS FOURDMONTO TIONS C IT E VA OR VIS R E S RE -7931 S.COM R O F 465 OINT 780- .FOURP WWW

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.

2007 DODGE DUALLY quad, dsl, longbox, 117,000 miles, fresh safety, new rubber, $24,900. K&L Equipment and Auto, call Ladimer 306-795-7779, Chris 306-537-2027, Ituna, SK. DL #910885. 4 DODGE 1 ton C&C, 5.9 Cummins, 5 spd., 160-360,000 kms, 2 SWB, 2 LWB, 3 2007 CHEV SILVERDAO 1500, ext. cab, w/deck, 1997-2002, 1 w/PTO, service 4x4, 5.3L eng., 135,000 kms, $16,500. records. Duff for info. 403-692-6008, Calgary, AB. 306-648-2866, Gravelbourg, SK. BALE DECK TRUCK, 1988 Ford F250 Supercab, 4x4, 4 spd., rebuilt 351, dual rear wheels, air bags, newer tires, c/w DewEze 278 bale deck, good ranch truck, $6500. 403-548-1834, Bow Island, AB.

2008 AVALANCHE LS, silver, 126,000 kms, SK tax paid, $22,500 OBO. 306-947-2134, cell: 306-221-2434, Hepburn, SK.

2005 Peterbilt 378, Ultrashift Transmission

2005 DURAMAX DIESEL 2500 crewcab, 190,000 kms, clean, good condition, grill guard and extra fuel tank, $21,500 OBO. 306-476-2751, Rockglen, SK.

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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.

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2003 CHEVY DURAMAX, reg. cab, long box, white, loaded, spray in box liner, chrome pkg., new tires, tube sidesteps, always shedded, 227,000 kms., $13,750. 306-272-7038, Foam Lake, SK.

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2008 PJ 25’ GOOSENECK trailer, w/rams, t w o 7 0 0 0 l b a x l e s . L i k e n e w. 204-748-7089, Miniota, MB, DOUBLE DROP LOWBEDS: Tandems, triaxles, detachables, 30-60 ton, $10,000 to $35,000. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 26’ GOOSENECK FLAT DECK, self contained hydraulics, side tilt deck for bale unloading, very good condition, $5500. 204-657-2319, Fork River, MB. AFFORDABLE TRAILERS. Call Larry at 306-563-8765, Canora, SK.

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2003 CHEV SILVERADO 2500 Duramax diesel, loaded 4 door cab w/leather, fair condition, 450,870 kms, needs some injector work, asking $7500. 306-378-7556, Saskatoon, SK.

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2001 DODGE DUALLY, extended cab, 3500, 4x4, Cummins diesel, 5 speed, $11,500. 780-754-2257 evenings, Irma, AB.

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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.

WAYNE’S TRAILER REPAIR. Specializing in aluminum livestock trailer repair. Blaine Lake, SK, 306-497-2767. SGI accredited. DROP DECK semi style sprayer trailers Air ride, tandem and tridems. 45’ - 53’. SK: 306-398-8000; AB: 403-350-0336. ATTENTION: Lowbeds, dropdecks, vans, flatdecks, grain, tankers, car haulers, belly and end dumps. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK WA N T E D : T R I - A X L E g r ave l t r a i l e r. 306-229-6425, Saskatoon, SK.

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28’ AND 26’ B-train scrap hauling trailers, steel deck and sides, safetied, $7800 OBO. 306-329-4458, 306-222-2963 Grandora SK 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.

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1990 FREIGHTLINER TANDEM, 425 Cat 15 spd. trans., box is 20’x8’x6’ with grain and silage door all in one, hyd. lift, roll-out tarp, new tires, $32,000 OBO. Located at Eston, SK. Call 403-834-3755. 1993 FREIGHTLINER, new rebuilt 3406 Cat engine, 13 spd transmission, 20’ steel box, new steering tires, new tarp, scissor lift hoist, recently safetied, $35,000 OBO. Phone 780-336-5559, Viking, AB. E-mail: vserickson@hotmail.com 1995 FREIGHTLINER 120, tandem, 430 Detroit, 13 spd., air ride, A/T/C, jakes, burgundy, 20’x8-1/2’x66” BH&T, remote hoist and endgate, electric tarp, 24.5 tires, $45,000. 306-748-2663, Killaly, 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 2001 GMC TOPKICK, Cat diesel, Allison auto, single axle, 17’ B&H with new roll tarp. 306-338-2674, Kuroki, 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. 2004 FREIGHTLINER CL112, 430 Detroit, 10 spd., air, 344,000 kms., fresh safety, c/w new CIM BH&T. Premium west coast truck, $63,900. Cam-Don Motors Ltd., 306-237-4212, Perdue, 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. Phone 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, BH&T.; 1991 Western Star, Cummins, 20’x64 CIM Ultracell, 15 spd., 11x24.5 tires (near new); 1984 Freightliner 120, Cummins, 15 spd., 19x60 Cancade. 306-356-4550, Dodsland SK. DL #905231. www.rbisk.ca

Blair’s Fertilizer Limited Watrous - 306-946-3150 2006 KENWORTH T800, AUTOSHIFT 10 spd., new B&H, ISM Cummins, very clean truck; Also, available trucks w/ISX Cummins and no box. 204-673-2382 Melita MB 2009 IHC 4900 tandem grain silage truck, DT530, $12,500 spent on new engine, MD 3060, new world Allison trans, 146,000 kms., c/w CIM 22’ grain silage box, $53,000 OBO. Call Neil at 306-231-8300, 1977 CHEV C65 gas, 12,300 mass, plus Humboldt, SK. drill fill, 8” hyd. grain and fertilizer augers ATTENTION FARMERS: 20 tandems in with in-box fert. hopper, 366 motor, low stock, automatics and standards, Cancade mileage, wood box, shedded, excellent boxes, $40,000 and up. Highway tractors condition. Retired. Ph 780-724-2390 a l s o i n s t o c k . Ye l l o w h e a d S a l e s farm at Elk Point, AB. or 780-436-3311. 306-783-2899, Yorkton, SK. DL #916328 1979 BRUIN, dsl. 8x20 B&H, good shape, AUTOMATICS, AUTOMATICS, 2005$10,000. 306-252-2910, 306-241-2839, 2006 FL Columbias, new 20’ B&H, $50,000. 306-281-7241, Kenaston, SK. 306-563-8765, 306-563-4160, Canora, SK. 1982 CHEVY 3 TON, Univison 16’ BH&T, AUTOSHIFT TRUCKS AVAILABLE: Boxed 10x20 rubber, 34,643 kms., 366 cu. inch tandems and tractor units. Contact David engine. 306-463-7390, Dodsland, SK. 306-887-2094, 306-864-7055, Kinistino, 1984 GMC 7000, w/366 engine, 42,000 SK. DL #327784. www.davidstrucks.com kms, 16’ Concave box, roll over tarp, silage WANTED: CHEV OR Ford, 1975 or newer, 3 extensions and gate avail. Great shape, ton grain truck, in good condition. Phone $13,000. 306-771-2776, Edenwold, SK. 306-225-4468, Osler, SK.

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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.

2001 FREIGHTLINER CST120, Series 60 Detroit, 430 HP, 10 spd., wet kit, $19,000; 1996 FLD120, flat-top sleeper, Cummins 370 HP, 13 spd., $12,000. 306-338-2674, Kuroki, SK. 2001 KENWORTH T300, Cat eng., 7.2L, 246 HP, 9 spd. Fuller Eaton trans., 196,741 miles, 6 yd. gravel box, stored inside last 4 yrs. and not used, $50,000. 403-641-4301, Bassano, AB.

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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. 1995 IH 9200 Eagle 430-470 Detroit, 53,700 kms since rebuild, 12/46, 18 spd., 11-22.5 alum. wheels, tires- 60%. Also 1995 Midland close under load gravel trailer, $25,000. 306-839-2045, Pierceland, SK

2010 IH Lon e S ta r, 500 HP Cu m m in s IS X, 18 s p 12/ 40, 3:55 g ea rs , 4-w a y d iff. lock s , 22.5” a lloy w heels , 244” W B, 73” m id -ris e bu n k w ith cou ch, 599,109 k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $95,000 2010 IH Lon e S ta r, 500 HP Cu m m in s IS X, 18 s p , 12/ 40, 3:55 g ea rs , 4-w a y d iff. lock s , 22.5” a lloy w heels , 244” W B, 73” m id -ris e bu n k w ith tw o bed s , 650,752 k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $90,000 2009 M a c k G ra in Tru c k , 445 HP M P8, 10 s p A u tos hift, A S 3, 3 p ed a l, 12/ 40, 22.5” a lloy w heels , 3:70 g ea rs , 215” W B, n ew Ca n ca d e g ra in box, 651,000 k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $80,000 2-2009 M a c k CXU6 13, 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 , 612,000 – 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 4-2008 IH P roS ta r, 425 HP Cu m m in s , IS X, 10 s p Ultra s hift, 12/ 40, 22.5” w heels , 3:73 g ea rs , 72” m id -ris e bu n k , 226” W B, 800k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $39,000 2007 IH 9900I, 550 HP IS X Cu m m in s , 13 s p , 12/ 40, 3:70 g ea rs , 22.5” a lloy w heels , 244” W B, 72” m id -ris e bu n k , 850,230 k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $49,000 2007 IH 9200I, 425 HP Ca tC13, 12 s p A u tos hiftM eritor, 12/ 40, 3:42 g ea rs , 22.5” w heels , 220 W B, 72” m id -ris e bu n k , 432,845 k m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $39,000 2-2007 IH 9400I, 475 HP Cu m m in s IS X, 13 s p , 12/ 40, 3:90 g ea rs , 24.5” a lloy w heels , 236” W B, 72” m id -ris e bu n k . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,000 2-2006 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 2- 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $33,000 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.

2002 STERLING 400 Cat, 9 spd., single axle, only, $14,500. 306-946-8522, Watrous, SK. 2004 AND 2005 FREIGHTLINER Classics, mid roof, 500 Detroit, 18 spd., 46,000 rears, 4-way lock ups, current safety, excellent rubber, new motor, good shape, $40,000-$45,000 OBO. 403-236-4028, Calgary, AB. 2004 W900 KENWORTH, C-15 Cat, single turbo, 46 rears, 18 spd., exc. cond. Call 780-990-8412, Edmonton, AB. 2004 WESTERN STAR LowMax, C15 Cat, 18 spd., 530,000 miles, excellent cond., $40,000. 403-647-7391, Foremost, AB. 2005 FREIGHTLINER CL1112, daycab tractor, 430 Detroit, 15 spd., 490,000 kms., aluminum, dual exhaust, Sask. safety, premium west coast tractor, $46,900. CamDon Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 2005 IHC 9900, 450 HP Cummins ISX, 13 spd., mid-rise bunk, 1.1 kms; 2005 IHC 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 PETERBILT 379L, metallic black, 63” stand-up bunk, 244” WB, leather int., 475 Cat, 18 spd., alum. rims, tires over 50% all around, 1 year drivetrain warranty remaining, 7” donkey ear exhaust, $59,000 OBO. 306-692-1999, Moose Jaw, SK. 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. 2006 PETERBILT 379, 475 C15 Cat, 4-way lock ups, mid roof, current safety, excellent rubber, $50,000 OBO. 403-236-4028, Calgary, AB. 2006 PETERBILT 379L, red, 70” standup bunk, fridge, leather int., 570,000 miles, 475 Cat, 18 spd., 3-way diff locks, alum. rims, full stainless fenders, 6” stacks, 1 year drivetrain warranty remaining, 250” WB, rubber over 50%, $67,000 OBO. 306-692-1999, Moose Jaw, SK.

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1995 IHC EAGLE 60 Series Detroit, 13 spd., good farm truck, $9500. 2001 CH613 MACK 427 HP w/sleeper, 306-744-2649, Saltcoats, SK. 18 spd. Eaton trans., 4-way lockers, moose 1996 FREIGHTLINER 120 hi-bunk, 460 guard, new virgin tires, 893,000 kms, askDetroit, 10 speed, air cond., air ride, safe- ing $29,900. Had to go to more HP for Sutied, very good, no rust, only $13,500. per B’s. Call Daryl cell: 306-297-8481; home: 306-296-4712, Shaunavon, SK. 306-946-8522, Watrous, SK. 1999 IHC 9900i, 500 HP Cummins, 13 spd., and 1999 Freightliner FLT120, 500 HP Cummins, 15 spd. Both safetied. Asking 19,000 OBO each. 306-742-4568, MacNutt, SK pptrucking@sasktel.net

2002 INTERNATIONAL 9200i, 430 HP, Detroit 60 Series, 10 spd, 51” Pro Sleeper, 612,000 miles, new drive tires, excellent condition. Trent, 306-747-3272 (home) or 306-747-7195 (cell), Parkside, 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 MACK CH613, 460 engine, 18 spd., m i n t , l ow m i l e s , w / we t k i t , a s k i n g $24,900, will take grain truck on trade. 306-883-2468, Spiritwood, SK.

2001 FREIGHTLINE CENTURY Class, 430 Cat, 10 spd., 40 rears, 48” flat top s l e e p e r, f r e s h S K . s a fe t y, $ 1 5 , 0 0 0 . 306-325-2021, 306-547-7680, Lintlaw, SK.

2002 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA, day 2000 PETE 378, heavy spec, 14/46’s, 18 cab, C12 Cat, 10 speed, air ride, air cond., spd., 550 Cat, brakes and drums- 90%, premium, no rust, Calif. truck only $34,500. 306-946-8522, Watrous, SK. $27,500. 780-656-6222, Smoky Lake, AB.

2006 T800 KENWORTH, 756,000 kms, 475 HP, Cat C15, 3.55 rear ratio, new alum. 22.5 rims, tires Michelin at 80%, 40,000 rears, 13 spd. Ultra Shift, full poly fenders, $66,500. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. www.cypresstrucksandequipment.com

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. Fresh safety, $67,500 403-308-6642, 403-345-4763, Coaldale, AB .

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2008 PETERBILT 388, ISX Cummins 585, 18 spd, 48” bunk, Super 40’s, 1 million kms; 2008 T-660 Kenworth, Cat 475, Super 40’s, 775,000 kms; 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.; 1995 379 Pete, 18 spd, 4-way lock, Cat.; 1990 Volvo, 3406 Cat, 48” bunk, 15 spd. 306-356-4550, Dodsland, SK. DL #905231. www.rbisk.ca

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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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Reimer Welding 70 Bushel Eze-Feeder w/Remote Lid 70 Bushel Eze-Feeder complete with 12 volt electric discharge auger and a 12 volt electric REMOTE LID for ease of filling. No more climbing on slippery surfaces, just operate the toggle switch to open or close the lid. Efficient round design for bunk or pasture feeding of rolled grain or pellets. Fits in the back of a pickup box, even the 6` box. Includes heavy cables for hook up. Other options are available and can be added later. Feeder unit only. Truck and other items not included. Freight charges are extra from Cartwright, MB.

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Reimer Welding & Manufacturing Box 126, Highway 3 East Cartwright, MB 1-877-695-2532 www.reimerweldingmfg.com

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850

Canwood - 306-468-2123

HI TEC 10x300 Foot Grain Bag

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2008 Fre igh tlin e r LIKE N EW C-15, 18s p d , 46’s , 4 W a y L o cks

64,900

2003 Fre igh tlin e r G R AVEL BOX F L 80 16’ Gra vel Bo x a n d Ho is t

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w w w .ca n a da w e s ttruckce n tre .com 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 cond., $2300. 306-259-4843, Young, SK. RM OF BLUCHER No. 343, For sale: 2004 Ford F250 truck, 6L engine, well maintained, 399,500 kms, $7,500 OBO; 1972 Ford F500 fire truck, approximately 700 gallon tank, Champion front mounted pump, lights, flashers, $9,995 OBO. 306-257-3344, Bradwell, SK.

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. QUALITY QUEEN CELLS, mid May to mid July, courier delivery available; Also wanting to buy brood and bees, late May. Will trade. Clifford Honey Farm 306-862-1384, Love, SK.

1985 FORD 9000 tandem deck truck, 19’ deck, L10 Cummins eng., 9 spd., 22.5 rubber, no rust, southern USA truck. Factory air tag axle, 12 front, 40 rears, 1 owner truck, newer rebuilt eng., new seat, pintle hitch and air lines for trailer. Great water or liquid truck, good condition. $15,500, STRONG SINGLE HIVES OR NUCS for sale. Call Andy Loewen 204-326-1500, or SK safetied. 306-259-4843, Young, SK. 204-392-3223, Steinbach, MB. FOUR 24’, 16’, and 26’ van bodies, 9’ rollup doors, $2000 and up, 1- 24’, 22’ and 26’ flat decks, $2950 and up. 306-946-8522, 500 HATCHING TRAYS for sale. Phone: Watrous, SK. 306-730-8897, Saskatoon, SK.

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John Deere Feeder Chain

Quality Feeder Chain for John Deere 9650/9750 STS combine. This package is made with CA550 HD USA made chain and T bar slats, with connectors ready to install. FOB Swift Current, SK.

HI TEC 10x300 foot Grain Bag. FOB Warman, SK.

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VOLVO VT 880, 600 HP, 77” high rise sleeper, 18 spd., Eaton Fuller trans., 244 WB, 260,694 kms. All hwy driven. This truck is in excellent shape. Factory warran- 2008 MACK PINNACLE, 613 CHU, w/16’ ty. Phone 780-876-5447, Sexsmith, 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, $68,500. 204-825-7560, Cartwright, MB. 1985 KENWORTH W900 gravel truck, 16’ box, 400 Cat, 15 spd., plumbed for K&L EQUIPMENT AND AUTO: 2006 pup, very nice condition; 2008 F350 King F650 S/A tractor, Cummins dsl., 7 spd., Ranch 4x4, loaded, boxliner. Will take old- hyd. brakes, 11’ deck w/5th wheel attach, er backhoe or payloader on partial trade. low miles, fresh safety, $22,900; 2001 IHC 306-338-2674, Kuroki, SK. 8100 gravel truck, M11 Cummins, 10 spd. trans., TA 14’ dump, safetied, $22,900; 1979 FORD LOUISVILLE 9000, 8V71, 13 2000 IHC 9100 daycab tractor, 350 HP spd., Rockwell rear ends, 20’ deck. Will sell Cummins, 10 spd., safetied, only 630,000 as runner or part out, $7500. Phone miles, $19,900; 2003 Mack, 475 HP, 18 250-768-7462, Kelowna, BC. spd., 48” flat-top bunk, double walkers, 2005 STERLING TANDEM gravel truck, 16’ fresh safety, 1.4 kms, $23,900; 1999 IHC box and tarp, 343,536 kms, fresh safety 4300, S/A, 18’ flatbed dump, DT 466, 7 and service, Fuller trans., air ride cab, fuel spd. trans., hyd brakes, low kms, safetied, efficient 450 HP Mercedes eng., engine $19,900; 2003 Freightliner, C&C, Heavy brake, solid truck, $55,000. Offers consid- Spec, C15 Cat, 475 HP, 18 spd., 4-way ered. 403-826-8161, 306-332-6221, Fort lockers, only 550,000 kms, 244” WB, $29,900; 1996 22’ alum. end dump trailer Qu’Appelle, SK. grain or gravel, safetied, $18,900. K&L SURPLUS GOVERNMENT TRUCKS and Equipment and Auto, Call Ladimer equipment. 3/4 ton-5 ton, cab and chas- 306-795-7779, Chris 306-537-2027, Ituna, sis, service trucks, bucket trucks, etc. ARE SK. DL #910885. and Range Rider canopies and service FORD CF7000 SERVICE truck, 25,000 lb. caps. www.northtownmotors.com x56’ cherry picker crane, Miller DC weldSaskatoon, SK., 306-668-2020 DL#90871. er/powerplant, toolboxes, 300 gal. fuel 1983 KENWORTH W900, daycab, tandem, tank, pics via email, $17,000. Phone Cummins Big Cam, 15 spd., air ride, rear 306-295-4062, Frontier, SK. locker, new wetline, $14,500; 1998 Kenworth CO-M11, 9 spd., 40,000 lb lockers, low mileage, C&C, $12,500; 1980 Mack GRAVEL, 2002 IH SA diesel, 11’ dump, R600-300, 12 spd., 44,000 LWB, C&C, hydraulic brakes, $26,000. BUCKET $6000; 1987 IHC 2500 tandem bed truck, TRUCK, FL diesel, SA, auto, $16,000. 12’, Tulsa hyd. winch, 350 Cummins, 306-563-8765, 306-563-4160, Canora, SK. 44,000 lb, $6500. Alberta trucks, not 2000 T300 KENWORTH, 22’ refrigerated Eastern. 780-470-0330, Edmonton, AB. T h e r m o K i n g r e e f e r. C o n t a c t CHEAP: 2003 STERLING tandem, 3126 780-361-7674, Wetaskiwin, AB. Cat, auto, 46,000 lb. rears, lockers, good r u b b e r, A l b e r t a t r u c k , n e e d s wo r k , $12,500. 780-470-0330, Edmonton, AB.

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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.

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A F F O R DA B L E T RU C K S. C a l l L a r r y at 306-563-8765, Canora, SK.

1979 FORD 9000 CEMENT TRUCK, 36,640 miles, 855 Cummins rebuilt 2,000 kms ago, 4/5 trans., pumps new on motor and hyd. pump, new shoots, new leaf springs, 8 yd. cement truck, 425-65R22.52007 FREIGHTLINER CLASSIC, 515 De- 70%, 11R24.5- 60% avg., $12,000. Jordan troit, 3-way lockers, 70” mid-roof, 24.5 anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. rubber, 770,000 kms, asking $58,000. Call 1980 WESTERN STAR SHUTTLE TRUCK, Dave 306-536-0548, Rouleau, SK. hyd. hitch and wet kit, has eng. issues, 2008 PETERBILT 388, 36” sleeper, 475 model 692, 13 spd. trans., solid block ISX, 390 ratio, very good cond., 500,000 susp., 44 rears, exc. tires, new: glass, mirkms, 24.5 rubber, $74,000. 204-243-2453, rors, taillights, mud flaps, $5000 firm. 403-556-8440, Olds, AB. High Bluff, MB.

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Greenline Enterprises Inc. Box 450 Warman, SK 306-934-1414 www.greenlineenterprises.com

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Nodge Manufacturing (88) Ltd 125 10 Ave NW Swift Current, SK 306-773-5288 www.nodgemfg.com

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BUSH CLEARING and dugouts. Dozer and HOBART 4246 MIXER grinder, 6 HP, 3 trackhoe combo. Perfect winter for it, phase, good condition, $3200 OBO. minimal snow and frozen ground. Serving 250-428-5478, Creston, BC. southern SK. Vos Industries 306-529-1875

MUST SELL (LTD.) Will deal 24x36, 39x57, 60x100, 40 yr. paint (steel bldgs). P r o - r at e d f r e i g h t t o s i t e . E r e c t i o n available. 800-964-8335 Source: 1MW.

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LEAF CUTTER BEES for sale, 100% chalk brood free, 0.001 parasites. 780-841-1496, Fort Vermilion, AB. 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. USED LEAFCUTTER EQUIPMENT and supp l i e s . I d e a l fo r b e g i n n e r p r o d u c e r. 306-528-4610, Lanigan, SK. See our website: www.grevefarms.com

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.

16’x24’ INSULATED OVERHEAD door, 1 year old, hardware damaged; 18x34’ sliding steel door in 2 sections. 780-808-7156, Paradise Valley, AB.

ROUGH LUMBER: 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 1” boards, windbreak slabs, 4x4, 6x6, 8x8, 10x10, all in stock. Custom sizes on order. Log siding, cove siding, lap siding, shiplap, 1” and 2” tongue and groove. V&R Sawing, 306-232-5488, Rosthern, SK. DIMENSIONAL HARDWOOD lumber, quarter cut Oak, Elm, Black Walnut, Hickory, Edge Grain Fir, quarter cut Cherry. Limited quantity. Inventory at 511- 3rd Street, Davidson, SK. 403-318-7589 (AB cell.) CEDAR AND PINE LOG CABIN LOGS, Sidings. T&G V joint paneling. Fir flooring, beams, special orders. Rouck Bros, Lumby, BC. 1-800-960-3388, rouckbros.com

CONTINUOUS METAL ROOFING, no exposed screws to leak or metal overlaps. Ideal for lower slope roofs, rinks, churches, pig barns, commercial, arch rib building and residential roofing. For info. call 306-435-8008, Wapella, SK

FREE STANDING WINDBREAK panels and 30’ panels, made from 2-3/8” oilfield pipe. Can build other things. 204-845-2589, 204-845-2188, 204-851-6714, Elkhorn, MB

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.

PRIVE BUILDING MOVERS Ltd.! Bonded, licensed for SK. and AB. Fully insured. Moving all types and sizes of buildings. Call Andy 306-625-3827, Ponteix, SK. www.privebuildingmovers.com

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. TREE SERVICE FOR SALE: Saskatoon, SK. area, established in 1994, great clientele, excellent reputation, good equipment, priced to sell, under $200,000. 306-931-4401. Serious inquires welcome. ESTABLISHED BAKERY FOR SALE, Prince Albert, SK. 16 years of clientele and service. Equipment included in purchase price. Great location, lots of potential, $199,900. MLS listing, Adam Schmalz, Schmalz Real Estate 306-981-5341. 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 COMMERCIAL SIGN BUSINESS for sale serving southern Sask. CSA approved sign manufacturer. Installation and service provider for various national and local businesses. Includes inventory, customer list, trucks and equipment. $389,000. Building available for lease. Serious inquiries only. Email signbiz4sale@hotmail.ca or fax 306-525-3533, Regina, SK. WELL ESTABLISHED AG BUSINESS, supplement your income with seasonal work, owner retiring, serious inquiries only. Reply to: Box 5595, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4. SALE BY TENDER: Seed cleaning and fert. business in Rabbit Lake, SK. For details see Ad in Tenders Class- #7025. 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. BIN MOVING, HOPPER CONE MFG BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. For sale Westeel bin moving trailer, 45’ bin crane, all necessary jigs to manufacture popular name brand 14’ and 15’ hopper cones, exc. cond., $56,000. Serious inquiries. Forward name, telephone, and address: Box 5005, Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4 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 tavern and VLT’s. Bruce McIntosh, Re/Max Landan, 403-256-3888, Calgary, AB. WELL ESTABLISHED CANDLE MAKING venture for an individual who is looking for a viable craft business. For more info call 306-863-2619, Star City, SK. 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 Opportunities Rem co M em o ria ls is W estern Ca na da ’s p rem ier m o nu m ent reta iler. D u e to o ngo ing ex p a nsio n, w e a re cu rrently seeking rep resenta tio n in geo gra p hic territo ries w here w e do no t cu rrently ha v e a p resence:

Authorized Memorial Counsellors: If yo u are w ell kno w n and respected in yo ur co m m unity and enjo y helping peo ple, this is an excellent sales o ppo rtunity. P reference w ill be given to funeral ho m e o perato rs o r tho se asso ciated w ith funeral ho m es butall inquiries are welco m e.

Installation Contractors: This po sitio n requires a perso n w ho enjo ys w o rking o utdo o rs, is physically fit and do es quality w o rk w ith m inim al supervisio n. This is an ideal o ppo rtunity to add o nto an existing business especially w here equipm entrequired fo r heavy lifting is available.

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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. THRIVING BUTCHER SHOP for sale. Excellent turn-key operation. Large client base. Price reduced! Owners retiring and can’t keep up with this busy business. Excellent health and inspection record. Willing to stay on to train for awhile. For more info. phone 780-339-3968, Tomahawk, AB. GREAT MEAT BUSINESS in St. Louis, SK. Includes freezers, meat processing equipment, smokers, etc. Two occupied rental spaces attached (hairs salon and SGI office). Land, building and highway exposure. Call Duane Braaten at Advantage Real Estate, 306-765-8888. MLS 402141. 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. UPSCALE BUTCHER SHOP/ ABATTOIR in Stettler, AB. Turnkey operation, good return on investment. Services the wholesale and retail market. Licence and inspections are current, $800,000. Call George Johanson Coldwell Banker OnTrack Realty, 1-877-777-0903, Red Deer, AB. 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. POST CWB BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Grain elevator and annex with 4000 metric ton storage, 115’ platform scale, rail car loading on private siding, new building with seed cleaning equipment on-site. Located 35 miles north of Regina. Call Robert at 306-723-4949. 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.

TRUSS PLANT for sale in Yorkton, SK. Great opportunity, demand for trusses in a building boom area. Owner retired. For full details call 306-783-7929. 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. Owner ready to retire. Financial arrangements can be arranged. Call 306-728-7147. OWN YOUR OWN Business. Looking for online trainers. Flexible hrs, work from home. Free information and training. www.123excelyourlife.com

SEPARATE CLOTHING AD: Bulk kid’s clothing sets, wholesale quantities. FUBU and KidZone. Contact Loren directly, 306-591-6450, Regina, SK.

SALT AND PEPPER COLLECTION, 175 sets, asking $300. Phone 306-967-2288, Eatonia, 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 4T CONTRACTORS INC. Custom fencing, mulching, corral cleaning and bobcat services. Metal siding and roofs. Will do any kind of work. 306-329-4485, 306-222-8197, Asquith, SK. fortywhitetails@yahoo.ca MULCHING - TREES, brush, stumps, etc. 12 years of enviro friendly mulching. Visit www.maverickconstruction.ca NEUFELD ENT. CORRAL CLEANING, payloader, Bobcat w/rubber tracks, vertical beater spreaders. Custom fencing. 306-220-5013, 306-467-5013, Hague, SK. REGULATION DUGOUTS: 120x60x14’ $1800; 160x60x14’ $2600; 180x60x14’ $3000; 200x60x14’ $3400. Saskatoon, SK, 306-653-3473, 306-222-8054. CAT, TRACKHOE, DUMP trucks, grader and loader available to clean corrals and haul clay fill into pens. Also will clear bush, bury rock piles and dig dugouts etc. Have truck and lowboy. 780-842-0663, Czar, AB.

BRUSH MULCHING. The fast, effective way to clear land. Four season service, competitive rates, multiple units. Borysiuk WANTED: CUSTOM COMBINER for approx. Contracting, 306-960-3804, Prince Al5000 acres on large grain farm. Call for bert, SK. www.borysiukcontracting.ca details 306-287-8062, Watson, SK.

1998 D58P KOMATSU dozer, bush ready, g o o d U C , c a b, w i n c h , 6 - w ay b l a d e , $47,500 OBO. 306-752-3655, Melfort, SK. CLIFF’S USED CRAWLER PARTS. Some o l d e r C at s , I H a n d A l l i s C h a l m e r s . 780-755-2295, Edgerton, AB.

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

FULL SERVICE CUSTOM seeding in the Saskatoon East area. References available. 306-255-7777, Colonsay, SK.

JAW CRUSHER 12”x24”, self contained diesel engine, screen deck, new jaw plat,. $29,750. ph. 250-431-8162, Creston, BC. PORTABLE SECURITY/SAFETY FENCE. Used 6x10’ panels, welded steel frame/mesh insert. Painted yellow. Incl. gates and hardware to install, good shape, $100/ panel. Cindy, 403-912-7418 leave message, Airdrie, AB. HYDRAULIC PULL SCRAPERS 10 to 25 yards, exc. cond.; Loader and scraper tires, custom conversions available. Looking for Cat cable scrapers. Quick Drain Sales Ltd, 306-231-7318 or 306-682-4520, Muenster, SK. RETIRING: 1999 Champion 730R grader, AC, new blades; EX200 LC Hitachi excavator, quick attach, 2 buckets, recent new UC; 9020 Case excavator, new motor, quick attach, hyd. thumb, aux. hyds.; 1980 D6D, wide pad, cab and canopy, AC and heater, w/ripper; D6D wide pad, w/tow winch and canopy; 1992 Freightliner, new tires and brakes; Fruehauf 40 ton Lowbed, 10’ wide. Crooked River, SK. Phone 306-873-5675 or 306-873-7506. 18’ DECK with HIAB picker plus PTO plus pump, $4900. Call 306-231-8111, Humboldt, SK. D7G PARTS: dozer cylinders, and reversible fan. Wainwright, AB., 780-842-2195, rpshaw@mcsnet.ca

5 ICON HYD. PULL SCRAPERS, tractor mount, 14 to 18 yard capacity, excellent condition. Phone 204-667-2867, fax SKIDSTEER, JD 325 (2006), 1500 hrs., 204-667-2932, Winnipeg, MB. cab, heat, $21,900; Scissorlift, Skyjack SKIDSTEER HD, VIRNEG rubble tine grap40’, $12,000; Knuckle Boom, 2002 Tico, ple bucket, 84” wide, 2” tines, $2500. $3000. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. 306-561-7733, Kenaston, SK. 1998 KOMATSU WA-180 wheel loader, W R E C K I N G : 1 9 6 8 D 7 E C r aw l e r, S N Q/A forks and bucket, third valve, canopy, 48A10609, twin tilt angle dozer, cable con$23,500. 250-431-8162, Dewberry, AB. trol winch. 204-326-3109, Steinbach, MB. 2008 CAT 226 B2 w/cab and heat, good condition, $15,800. Phone 204-727-0925 2003 D85E21 KOMATSU, twin tilts, bush equipped, cab/air/heater, ripper, 4200 hrs or 204-726-9414, Brandon, MB. mint cond. 306-272-4382, Foam Lake, SK. AT TA C H M E N T S : Excavator buckets, thumbs, quick attaches, etc. Conquest EXCELLENT SELECTION Used skidsteers, track loaders, fork lifts, zoom booms, mini Equipment, 306-483-2500, Oxbow, SK. excavators. Visit www.glenmor.cc for more 2006 D-6-R CAT Series II LGP, less than details, specs and prices. Glenmor, phone 1000 hrs. on UC, quad rails, S-dozer w/tilt, 1-888-708-3739, Prince Albert, SK. cab and canopy, new paint, 6670 hrs., CAT 936E LOADER, 3 yard bucket, Quik $160,000. 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB. coupler, 3rd valve, reasonable, service TWO CAT D9H, w/cabs, 4 llb. ripper and records. 780-990-9604, Edmonton, AB. C-dozer, $65,000 each; Units c/w Northern work $300,000 to $500,000 per win- ATCO TRAILER for auction April 1, 2012. ter; 1987 10 man camp, 2 side by side, 10x40, wired, plumbed, pintle hitch, no ax12x54’ units, $22,500; 125 KW Genset, les. To be moved. Can be viewed at S/N #4B13394, w/Cat 3304 engine, www.doublerauctions.net or Robert Ross, $17,500; 2500 gal. heated water shack, 306-795-7387, Ituna, SK. PL #309790. $15,000. Rod 780-918-1499, Leduc, AB. UH-122 TRACKHOE; Cat 631 scraper; 1990 1989 D65E-8 CRAWLER, angle dozer Ford 655C backhoe; Komatsu WA320-1 w/tilt, bush equipped, 60 ton winch, good loader; New fiber building 25x60’, $6500. shape; Also wanted complete UC for D8H. 306-238-4411, Goodsoil, SK. Phone 306-468-7909, Canwood, SK. THREE- 621 CAT MOTORSCRAPERS, NEW 6’ STRAW CRIMPER 3 PTH, $1000. 2 3 H S e r i e s , c a n o py, $ 2 5 , 0 0 0 e a c h . 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB. 306-773-0996, Swift Current, SK.

D9H DOZERS S/N 90V07604, with ripper CAT 966H, 962H LOADERS, with scales, S/N 90V08627 with winch low hours, financing OAC. 403-837-2343, CUSTOM BALE HAULING, with 2 trucks $60,000, Calgary, AB. and trailers, 34 bales per trailer. Call $30,000. 204-532-2231, Binscarth, MB. 306-567-7100, Imperial, SK. WESTERN PRODUCER FARMERS NEED FINANCIAL HELP? Go to: www.bobstocks.ca or call 306-757-1997. TAYLOR’S TUB GRINDING, running an Regina, SK. H1100 E haybuster. Simpson, SK. Call ANITA EHMAN MEDIATION And Con- Dean 306-963-2264 or 306-946-8530 cell. sulting Services, C MED. Extensive experience in farmer/lender cases. Confiden- JIM’S TUB GRINDING, H-1100 Haybuster tial, professional service. Regina, SK, with 400 HP, serving Sask. 306-334-2232, Balcarres. 306-761-8081, ehmanlaf@sasktel.net

FARM/CORPORATE PROJECTS. Call A.L. Management Group for all your borrowing and lease requirements. 306-790-2020, Regina, SK. NEED A LOAN? Own farmland? Bank says no? If yes to above three call 1-866-405-1228, Calgary, AB. 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. Call toll free 1-888-577-2020.

EXPLOSIVES CONTRACTOR: Beaver dams, rocks, stumps. Reasonable rates. Northwest Demolition, Radisson, SK. Phone 306-827-2269 or 306-827-7835.

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FROESE CUSTOM SWATHING, M150 MacDon swathers w/30’ header attach. and GPS. Will swath grain and canola. In AB and SK. 403-952-4422, Bow Island, AB.

in Mustard Capital Inc. (MCI). T he business opera tes two fa cilities within the hea rt of W estern Ca na da ’s m usta rd growing region. T he Gra velbo urg, SK a n d V a n gua rd, SK pla n ts pro vide m illin g w hile seed clea n in g is co m pleted a t the V a n gua rd fa cility o n ly. P rim a ry equipm en t a t the Gra velbo urg pla n t co n sists o f three ro ller m ills w ith ca pa city to pro cess 200-400 kg per ho ur o f gro un d m usta rd a n d 400450 kg per ho ur o f de-o iled pro duct. In a dditio n to the seed clea n in g pla n t the V a n gua rd fa cility m a in ta in s fo ur pin m ills ca pa ble o f ha n dlin g 3,000 kg per ho ur. M CI is un dergo in g a fo rm a l restructurin g pro cess a n d is seekin g either stra tegic pa rtn ers in terested in in vestin g a n d/o r pa rties w ho m a y be in terested in a cquirin g the a ssets o f the co m pa n y. T he co m pa n y ha s set a da te o f April 3rd to fo rm a lly co n sider its o ptio n s a n d pa rties w ho a re in terested in pa rticipa tin g sho uld co n ta ct M N P Co rpo ra te Fin a n ce In c.im m edia tely fo r further in fo rm a tio n .

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NORTHERN BRUSH MULCHING Can clear all fence lines, brush, trees or unwanted bush. Competitive rates. Call Reuben 306-467-2422, Duck Lake, SK.

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$1,000 Tuition Credit LAKELAND COLLEGE will provide the winning bid with one $1,000 tuition credit to be used towards the FIRST YEAR, FIRST SEMESTER of study in a full-time credit program. The credit has no cash value and must be used by January 31, 2013.

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Lakeland College 5707 College Drive Vermillion, AB 780-853-8544 www.lakelandcollege.ca

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2007 JCB170 SKIDSTEERS: 4 to chose CHAMPION GRADER PARTS, Model from, 800-1200 hrs, canopy, Servo con- D600 to 760, 1972 to 1986, engines, trans, trols, $17,250. 250-431-8162, Creston, BC. hyd. pumps, etc. Call Wes 306-682-3367 leave message, Humboldt, SK. N E W 1 0 ’ A N D 1 2 ’ B I G D O G B OX SCRAPER heavy duty, tilt, 24’’ high back, 42’’ available in both widths for up to 5 yd. heap capacity. Starting at $3500. Larger sizes up to 20’ also avail. Check out our website at www.triplestarmfg.com or call 204-871-1175 or 1-800-862-8304.

2008 BOBCAT 638 TELEHANDLER, 6000 lbs., 38’ reach, 1971 hrs., extremely easy to operate with good visibility, $54,800. Trades welcome, financing ava i l a b l e . w w w. c o m b i n ew o r l d . c o m 1-800-667-4515. 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. 1984 W36 CASE PAYLOADER, 4.5 yard bucket. 306-442-4545, Weyburn, SK. 1900 JD BACKHOE ATTACHMENT, digs 14’, brackets for 4 WD tractor, $2000 OBO. 780-853-2695, Vermilion, AB.

2009 BOBCAT S205, 1140 hrs., excellent condition c/w 2 buckets. 780-485-7700, Edmonton, AB. 1981 CASE W20B wheel loader, well maintained, $23,500. 204-525-4521, Minitonas, MB. www.waltersequipment.com

NEW PORTABLE TOILET SALES for Five Peaks Technologies products. Call 5 Peaks Distributors (Western Canada) Inc ., www.5peaksdistributors.ca Toll free: 1-877-664-5005, Cell: 403-680-0752 sales@5peaksdistributors.ca 2006 DIECI TELEHANDLER, 5000 lb, 20’ 28” TRYLOR CONE, for rebuild or parts, reach, full cab, hydro trans, hyd., quick at- $6500 OBO; Also, 14x36 jaw, good cond. tach, Pioneer couplers front and rear, 900 $9000 OBO. 403-628-3816, Lundbreck, AB. hrs. $30,250. 250-431-8162, Creston, BC. MURPHY BAG HOUSE, approx. 100 bag HYDRAULIC SCRAPERS: LEVER 60, 70, 8”x96”, drum approx. 10x20’ w/60° cone, 80, and 435, 4 - 20 yd. available, rebuilt drive through standup frame. Located in for years of trouble-free service. Lever Edmonton, AB, call 780-233-2222. Holdings Inc., 306-682-3332, Muenster SK LOGGING TIRES on heavy rims for a 624 D3 CATERPILLAR 6-way blade, canopy, JD or 544 JD loader, 28Lx26 20 ply. Ap$ 1 2 , 0 0 0 O B O . C a l l D e n n i s K o w a l prox. 200 hrs on tires. Goldenhill Cattle 204-842-3643, Rossburn, MB. Company Ltd. 306-944-4545, Viscount, SK. 2002 INGERSOL RAND VR-843, 8000 lb. 1988 CASE 580K BACKHOE, 8,591 hrs., lift 43’ reach, full cab, tilt carriage, foam 4x4, standard hoe, 24” digging bucket, full tires, 2500 hrs., $38,000; 2003 Gehl 553, cab with heater, 17.5-24 rear tires, 6000 lb. lift, 34’ reach, complete cab, 12-16.5 front tires, block heater, very nice bucket, forks, jib, man basket, 2400 hrs. shape! $19,500. Call Jordan anytime $33,000; 2005 Skytrak 8042, 8000 lb., 42’ 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB reach, swivel carriage, almost new foam filled tires, 1760 hrs., $40,950. Machines 580 SUPER M BACKHOE, 4200 hrs, ExtendA-Boom, 2 digging buckets. are in Dewberry, AB. Phone 250-431-8162. 306-229-6425, Saskatoon, SK.

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EXCELLENT SELECTION OF LOW HOUR FORKLIFTS & AERIAL LIFTS. Ca ll us fo r yo ur p a rts n eed s a ls o . 2000 KOMATSU D65 EX12, straight tilt, 11’ dozer, 95% UC, 26” pads, AC and heat, 4100 orig. hrs, angle dozer avail. exc. cond., warranty, $110,000. Consider trade. 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.cypresstrucksandequipment.com JD CRAWLER MODEL 2010, bucket, dozer, and ripper, 3500 orig. hrs, ultra premium, only used in agriculture, $19,000 OBO. 403-804-3202, Cochrane, AB. FIAT ALLIS 545B PAYLOADER, recent engine overhaul, grapple, cab w/heat, $25,000. 306-338-2674, Kuroki, SK. 853 BOBCAT, bucket, very good, 12x16.5 tires, recent reman. engine, $12,500. 204-795-9192, Plum Coulee, MB.

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DIAMOND CANVAS SHELTERS, sizes ranging from 15’ wide to 120’ wide, any length. Call Bill 780-986-5548, Leduc, AB. www.starlinesales.com

DIESEL AND GAS ENGINES for tractors, combines and swathers. JD, IH, Perkins, Cat, Ford. Early and late models. One year w a r r a n t y. P h o n e 1 - 8 0 0 - 6 6 7 - 4 5 1 5 . www.combineworld.com

POLE BARNS, WOODSTEEL packages, hog, chicken, and dairy barns, grain bins and hoppers. Construction and concrete crews available. Mel or Scott, MR Steel Construction, 306-978-0315, Hague, SK.

3406B, N14, SERIES 60, running engines and parts. Call Yellowhead Traders, 306-896-2882, Churchbridge, SK.

ONE EXTRA FARM BUILDING in stock, 60’x80’ with 20’x16’ overhead door and 1 walk-in door, $38,500. Contact Chris Pepin at Prairie Steel 1-888-398-7150.

WANTED FOR JD 644G loader: RH side engine cover door. Call 780-939-4100 or email: lorry@spikerequipment.com WANTED: GENERAL PURPOSE loader bucket, 94-98”, 2 to 2.5 yd. capacity. 306-862-8518, Choiceland, SK. 1980 TEREX 8230-B angle tilt dozer, 5000 original hrs. UC like new, 24” pads, TELEHANDLER: 2003 Manitou MLT 633 total cond, new radiator, full canopy. Can LS, 5800 hrs, ideal for feedlot. Conquest exc. Deliver, trades considered, $62,000. WarEquipment, 306-483-2500, Oxbow, SK ranty. 204-743-2324, Cypress River, MB. www.cypresstrucksandequipment.com

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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 1993 PETERBILT 378 gravel truck, 16’ box, 425 Detroit, 13 spd. trans. Will take older backhoe or payloader as partial trade. 306-338-2674, Kuroki, SK.

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FARM AND INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL motor sales, service and parts. Also sale of, and repairs to, all makes and sizes of 1998 JD 544H LOADER, 12,900 hrs., pumps, generators, phase converters, etc. quick detach, good condition, $42,000. Tisdale Motor Rewinding 1984 Ltd., 306403-345-3156, Coaldale, AB. 873-2881, fax 306-873-4788, 1005A- 111 NEW HEAVY DUTY V-DITCHERS now Ave., Tisdale, SK. www.tismtrrewind.com available. Quick Drain Sales, 306-682-4520 or cell 306-231-7318, Muenster, SK. ALLIS HD11, HD11E and 11-B crawler tractor parts for sale. Lots of good used parts, ROTARY PHASE CONVERTERS, provides some new undercarriage parts, running instant 3 phase power. Lowest prices guar11,000 eng. 204-242-2783, Manitou, MB. anteed. Ideal for industrial and agricultural 2001 521D CASE loader, has 3rd valve applications, certified equip., full warranty. and ride control, good cond., 10,000 hrs, 1-866-676-6686. www.phase-quest.com used only on dairy farm. Saskatoon, SK, BUILDING A GRAIN PLANT? HD Pug phone 306-862-7140, 306-862-9470. Mill: Augers; 8 furnace housings; gearboxROME PLOW AND KELLO DISC blades es; blowers; elec . motors, 3 phase, and bearings, 24” to 42” notched disc 575-600 volts, from 1 to 50 HP; lots of blades. www.kelloughenterprises.com controls; pallet wrapper; lights; etc. 306-693-6463, Moose Jaw, SK. 1-888-500-2646, Red Deer, AB.

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www.grainbagscanada.com

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CUSTOM GRAIN BIN MOVING, SK, AB, and MB, all types of bins up to 10,000 bushel, accurate estimates. Sheldon’s Hauling, 306-922-6079, 306-961-9699, Prince Albert, SK.

MERIDIAN GRAIN MAX 4000 bins and fertilizer bins are in stock and ready for immediate delivery. See your nearest Flaman store today or call 306-934-2121, or visit www.flaman.com

YOUNG’S EQ U IPM EN T IN C.

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

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10,300 BUSHEL W ESTEEL HOPPER BIN triple skid 24” perforated air tube installed set-up included $2.45/ bushel

SDL HOPPER CONES. Prices starting at 14’, $2250; 15’, $2800 15’-10”, $2970; 18’ $4100; 19’ $4500. All cones c/w manhole, double top band, slide gate on nylon rollers. Optional skid base, aeration, freight extra charge. 306-324-4441, Margo, SK.

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TOP QUALITY BEHLEN/SAKUNDIAK BINS. Winter booking on now for best pricing. Example all prices include skid, 14’Hopper 8 Leg H/Duty ..............2,4 50 ladders to ground, manhole, set-up and 14’Hopper 7 Leg S/Duty ..............$2,325 delivery within set radius. Behlen Hopper combos: 3500 bu. $10,450; SPECIAL SKID BASE & AERAT IO N EX T RA C HARG E 5000 bu. $13,990. We manufacture suquality hoppers and steel floors for SH IE L D D E V E L OP M E NT LTD . perior all makes and sizes. Know what you are investing in. Call and find out why our prod306-324-4441 uct quality and price well exceeds the M ARG O ,SASK. competition. We also stock replacement for all makes and models of bins. LEIER AG LTD. New authorized V-BIN lids available. Hoffart Services Inc., BEAVER CONTAINER SYSTEMS, new dealer! All sizes avail. Grain, Fertilizer, Leasing 306-957-2033, Odessa, SK. and used sea containers, all sizes. Feed Bins all options upon request. Call 306-220-1278, Saskatoon, SK. today 306-537-6241, Sedley, SK $

70 TON UNIVISION, $7000; 35 ton TrailRite, $3500. Both very good. Skids option20’ AND 40’ SEA CONTAINERS, for sale al. 306-536-3416, Wilcox, SK. in Calgary, AB. Phone 403-226-1722, 1-866-517-8335. www.magnatesteel.com

SHIPPING CONTAINERS FOR SALE. 20’53’, delivery/ rental/ storage available. For inventory and prices call: 306-262-2899, Saskatoon, SK, thecontainerguy.ca

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KEHO/ OPI STORMAX/ Grain Guard. For sales and service east central SK. and MB., c a l l G e r a l d S h y m ko , C a l d e r, S K . , 306-742-4445, or toll free 1-888-674-5346

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5 Rin g s - 8029Bu . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,048.00 6 Rin g s - 9478Bu . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,108.00 7 Rin g s - 10,923Bu . . . . . . . . . $13,408.00

FOR SALE: AKRON E180T GRAIN BAG extractors. Craig or Aaron 306-682-5888 or 306-231-9937 Humboldt, SK.

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2009 LOFTNESS grain bag extractor, 10’, (kit can be bought to do 9’ bags), used 2 yrs, $25,000. 306-842-5507, Weyburn, SK.

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CHIEF WESTLAND AND CARADON BIN extensions, sheets, stiffeners, etc. Now avail. Call Bill, 780-986-5548, Leduc, AB. www.starlinesales.com

FO R M O R E IN FO R M ATIO N O FFICE: (306)782 - 3300 CELL: ( 306)62 1- 5304 (306)62 1- 302 5 EM AIL: a tla sb in s@ ho tm a il.co m W EBS ITE: w w w .a tla sb u ild in gs.n et

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Grenfell - 306-697-3377

Phone: 306-373-4919

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KEHO/ GRAIN GUARD Aeration Sales HORNOI LEASING NEW and used 20 and and Service. R.J. Electric, Avonlea, SK. Call 306-868-2199 or cell: 306-868-7738. 40 sea cans. Ph 306-757-2828, Regina, SK.

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FOR ALL YOUR

FERTILIZER EQUIPMENT NEEDS

INS TOCK - 5 & 8 TON PT SPREADERS STARTING AT

$12,500.00. ADAMS SPREADER & TENDER CALL US FOR PARTS ON ALL

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JD 60’ NH3 CULTIVATOR, new harrows, 2000 gal. NH3 wagon, Dickey John NH3 kit, AutoHeight controller. 306-873-3315 or 306-873-9868, Miner Creek Farms Ltd., Tisdale, SK. 2003 TERRA GATOR 8104, AirMax 1000 twin granular bin, 70’, Raven AutoSteer, Falcon II rate controller, 3900 hrs, $110,000 OBO. Leslie, SK. 306-272-4739, 306-272-0202.

FLOATERS: 1997 Loral, $47,500 US; 1993 Ag-Chem, $19,900 Cdn; 2000 Ag-Chem 70’, $38,500 US. Gord 403-650-7967, CalBATCO CONVEYORS, new/used, grain gary, AB. augers, Rem grain vacs, SP kits. Del. and leasing available. 1-866-746-2666. GATES 2000 US gal. liquid fertilizer caddy, c/w John Blue double piston pump, inline BUILD YOUR OWN conveyors, 6”, 7”, 8” flow meter, 3” transfer pump w/5.5 HP and 10” end units available; Transfer con- H o n d a e n g i n e , g o o d s h ap e , a s k i n g veyors and bag conveyors or will custom $10,500. 306-327-7527, Rose Valley, SK. build. Call for prices. Master Industries Inc. www.masterindustries.ca Phone RAVEN ACCUFLOW NH3 Autorate system 1-866-567-3101, Loreburn, SK. w/SCS 440 controller, c/w manifolds and 2011 BATCO 1845 conveyor, with elec. cables, $2500. Phone 306-794-4521 or motor mounting kit and wind guards. Reg. 306-794-2229, Grayson, SK. $19,225, Demo Special $15,250; 2085 Batco conveyor with updated gear boxes, hyd. NH3 SUPER COOLER w/Raven 7 auto shutswing, good condition, $18,000. Phone off’s, 72 run, complete pkg. w/out monitor, $2500. 306-641-7759, Theodore, SK. 306-648-3622, Gravelbourg, SK. PATTISON 1650 US gal single tank, John Blue dual piston ground drive, newer lug style rubber and widened rear axle, asking $10,000. 306-831-7621, Rosetown, SK. LIQUID FERTILIZER CADDYS new and used: 2011 Pattison CB 3200, 2000 acres, loaded with options, $39,900; 2006 Pattison 2150, with starter tank and ground drive pump, $22,900; 2000 Leon 1700 Imp. gal., with double piston pump, $12,900; new 3250 caddys available, double piston, 3” fill, lights, 30.5x32 tires, $35,000; 1600 gal. caddy with John Blue, 21.5x16.1 tires. Call Corner Equipment 204-483-2774, Brandon, MB.

WANTED: USED 8 ton vertical stainless s t e e l f e r t i l i z e r b l e n d e r. C o n t a c t 780-361-7674, Wetaskiwin, AB. 1992 LORAL MAGNUM IV, centre mount cab, 5280 hrs., new oil coolers, new monitors and AutoSteer, great shape, $38,000. 204-372-6863, Fisher Branch, MB. FERTILIZER STORAGE TANKS- 8300 Imp. gallon tanks avail. Contact your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626 or visit www.flaman.com

DICKEY JOHN NH3 kit, autorate controller, $3000. 306-873-2268, Tisdale, SK. USED FERTILIZER SPREADERS, 4 ton to GREENDROP BANDWAGON 1500 liquid 8 ton, 10 ton tender $2500, 16 ton tender fert. tank, TBT 2-wheel cart, 1000 US gal., $5900. www.zettlerfarmequipment.com #4405 John Blue pump, B&S transfer 204-857-8403, Portage la Prairie, MB. pump. 306-233-5722, Wakaw, SK. MERIDIAN LIQUID FERTILIZER bin, Model 2400 GALLON FREEFORM liquid wagon; #1412, includes stainless steel valves, dry 80’ Pattison dribble bar. 306-436-4418 or bottom chute for grain. Asking $13,000. 306-863-2618, Melfort, SK. 306-436-2053, Milestone, SK. BOURGAULT NH3 CULTIVATOR 52’, c/w TWIN 1000 GAL. NH3 tanks and wagon, Dickie John Autorate controller, and 2000 16.1x19.1 large floatation tires, recent gal. NH3 tank, new 4 bars harrows. Miner paint, yearly safety done, M5 certified until C r e e k F a r m s L t d . 3 0 6 - 8 7 3 - 9 8 7 8 o r 2014, field ready, $12,500. 306-873-4261, Tisdale, SK. 306-873-9868, Tisdale, SK. 2002 TERRAGATOR 8104, 8.1 JD, powershift, Airmax 1000, 70’ boom, granular bin, falcon controller, 4690 hrs, $87,500. 403-994-7754, Olds, AB.

WANTED: FLOTATION TIRES, 42x25-20, low tread desired but casings must be sound. Also 3 or 4 ton dry spreader. 306-441-0398, Battleford, SK.

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

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SAKUNDIAK NEW STOCK arriving soon! Variety of 2011 models still available in 8” and 10” sizes and lengths. 1- used 12”x72’ Sakundiak SLM/D, $14,900; 1- used Wheatheart 8”x51’ c/w engine and mover, $ 8 , 9 0 0 ; a l s o C o nve y - A l l c o nve y o r s available. All units have leasing options. 2008 WHEARTHEART SA 1061 grain auger, Call Dale, Mainway Farm Equipment Ltd. low hours. Not used last 2 yrs., lights and 306-567-3285, 306-567-7299 cell, David- spout, $7,000. 306-228-7600, Unity, SK. son, SK, www.mainwayfarmequipment.ca FARM KING 10x60; Westfield 8x51; ScoopA-Sec 10x46. All engine drive. 204-546-3154, Grandview, MB.

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2009 BRANDT 13X110 HP AUGER, excellent condition, 110’ swing away hopper, w w w .fullb in s upe rs e n s o r.co m $25,900. Trades welcome, financing ava i l a b l e . w w w. c o m b i n ew o r l d . c o m 2009 SAKUNDIAK HD auger c/w Hawes 1-800-667-4515. mover, 10”x52.5’, electric clutch, light package, 35 HP Vanguard motor, $11,900. SALE: WHEATHEART AUGERS: BH 8x41 M o r e d e t a i l s w w w. h a s i u k f a r m s . c o m w/mover, clutch, 27 HP motor, reg. 780-208-0195, Two Hills, AB. $12,780, cash $11,100; BH 8x51 with mover, clutch and 30 HP, reg. $13,500, cash S A K U N D I A K A U G E R S I N S TO C K : $11,750; BH 10x41 with mover, clutch swings, truck loading, Hawes Agro SP and 35 HP Vanguard, reg. $14,300, cash movers. Contact Hoffart Services Inc. $12,500. 306-648-3622, Gravelbourg, SK. Odessa, SK, 306-957-2033. SAKUNDIAK GRAIN AUGERS available with self-propelled mover kits and bin sweeps. Contact Kevin’s Custom Ag in Ni- J&M GRAIN CARTS- Order now for summer delivery! Choose your options and get pawin toll free 1-888-304-2837. your choice of colour. See your nearest S A K U N D I A K 7 X 1 0 0 0 , 1 8 H P K o h l e r, Flaman store today or call 1-888-435-2626 Wheatland bin sweep, elec. winch, hyd. or visit www.flaman.com power pack, $1800 OBO. 403-533-2240, Rockyford, AB. N E W 4 0 0 B U. G R AV I T Y WAG O N S , $6,700; 600 bu., $12,000. Large selection used gravity wagons 250-750 bu. Used grain carts 450-1050 bu. 1-866-938-8537, www.zettlerfarmequipment.com 2003 J&M 875, 30.5x32 tires, digital scales, tarp, $32,000; 2005 Brandt 10/60 swing auger, full bin sensor, $6000; 1997 Brandt 8/47 supercharged, 20 HP Honda, mover, lights, $7000. 306-463-2796, Choiceland, SK. 2009 BRENT 882 grain cart, PTO, tarp, $38,000; 1997 Bourgault 1100 bushel grain cart, w/new tarp, PTO, $27,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK.

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SAKUNDIAK 12x2200 SLMD, $17,000. Sakundiak 8x18 auger, 24 Onan Wheatheart SP kit and clutch, $10,425. Sakundiak 8x1400, 23 B&S, $3595. Call Brian “The Auger Guy”. 204-724-6197, Souris, MB. AUGERS: NEW and USED. Wheatheart, Westfield, Sakundiak augers, Auger SP kits; Batco conveyors; Wheatheart post pounders. New and used. Good prices, leasing available. Call 1-866-746-2666. SAKUNDIAK GRAIN AUGERS. Innovative Hawes Agro auger movers, elec. clutches, bin sweeps, reversible gearboxes and all makes of engines. Call Bob at Hawes Industries, toll free 1-888-755-5575, your #1 auger dealer in Canada, for great cash prices. Regina, Saskatoon, Semans.

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www.nuvisionindustries.ca 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. 45’ BELT CONVEYOR (Batco field loader 1545) c/w motor and mover kit. 6000 bu./hour, ideal for unloading hopper bins. Gentle handling of pulse crops. Call your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626. www.flaman.com NEW DESIGN! Wheatheart’s new R series auger is faster and stronger. Improved features include: higher capacity, larger bearings and a smooth, quiet operation. Come see this new auger at your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626. 2011 FARM KING 13x70, reverser, std hopper. Last one! Clearance. Phone CamDon Motors 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK.

GSI GRAIN DRYERS. Ph. Glenmor, Prince Albert, SK., 306-764-2325. For all your grain drying needs! www.glenmor.cc We are the GT grain dryer parts distributor.

Crop Production Services (Canada) Inc. Lucky Lake - 306-858-2188 www.PrecisionPac.com

NEW GJESDAL M100 w/yellow mustard MC MODEL 675 Continuous flow, PTO, cereal and flax screens plus extra hub as- c/w auto controls, 2’ stands and roof, exc. s e m b l y f o r q u i c k c h a n g e , $ 6 5 0 0 . shape. Info. 780-618-6039, Grimshaw, AB. 306-483-7234, Carnduff, SK.

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NH3 TANK AND WAGON, 2000 US gal., ready for use w/recent inspection, cert. and work order provided to buyer, original owner, asking $6750. 403-394-1956 or 403-382-5051, Lethbridge, AB.

#6 PRECISION GRADER (Carter Day); 8 way - 6” Behlen 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. LARGE SELECTION of dual screen rotary screeners and Kwik Kleen 5-7 tube. 204-857-8403, Portage la Prairie, www.zettlerfarmequipment.com SALE BY TENDER: Seed cleaning and fert. business in Rabbit Lake, SK. For details see Ad in Tenders Class- #7025. 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 SATAKE colour sorter can do for you. Call us today in Saskatoon at 306-934-2121 and book your appointment! OLIVER 160 GRAVITY table w/extra grass deck, very good condition. 306-723-4317, Cupar, SK. CUSTOM COLOR SORTING chickpeas to mustard. Cert organic and conventional. 306-741-3177, Swift Current, SK. AUCTION, TUESDAY, APRIL 17th, Tisdale, SK. Bag scale w/auto shutoff; qty. of 4” legs; 2 superior indents; Carter 245 w/air; Forsberg gravity table; Millerator #4 air and screen; 3- built-in screening bins, 500 bu.; single phase power c/w 16x32 building. Sold by picture from Tisdale, SK. Please view at Murray Wartman’s farm 306-862-5000, prior to auction. Bruce Schapansky Auctioneers, 306-873-5488, www.schapansky.com for pics. PL 912715 WANTED: BUCKET ELEVATORS B or C sized, prefer Universal. Call Sperles Seed Ltd., 306-228-3160, Unity, SK. 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 accessories Call Flaman Grain Cleaning, 1-888-435-2626. FOREVER SIMON DAY MOBILE grain cleaner, fully self-contained on fully enclosed trailer. 306-736-2445, Kipling, SK. PROTEC PULSE COATING treating system w/10’ hex drum. Two 37’ conveyors can apply liquid or powder treatment. Call 204-328-5346, Rivers, MB. 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.

COMING SOON! Sever’s Mechanical is pleased to announce that we have partnered with Tops Inc. to become Western Canada’s largest supplier of elevator buckets and accessories. For more info on how to increase your bucket elevator’s throughput and how to reduce downtime, please check out the new Tops CC Swift (heavyd u t y ) l i n e o f e l e v a t o r b u c ke t s a t w w w. t o p s i n c . u s o r c a l l S e v e r ’ s a t 1-800-665-0847, Winnipeg, MB.

NORDIC GRAIN ELEVATOR, Leg moves 8000 bu/hr. Reconditioned with new belt and 9x13 cups, ladders, 20 HP motor 3 HP. Equipped for 40’, extendable to 70’. Asking $20,000. Ph. 306-335-2280, Lemberg, SK.

WESTEEL EASY CHECK grain storage monitoring system, $900 new, asking $400 OBO 403-548-0733 Medicine Hat, AB

BATCH TREATER 40 bag inoculant applicator for canola. Ph Can-Seed Equipment Ltd., 306-244-2285, Saskatoon, SK.

CONEYAIR GRAIN VACS, parts, accessoCUSTOM COLOR SORTING. All types of ries. Call Bill 780-986-5548, Leduc, AB. commodities. Call Ackerman Ag Services www.starlinesales.com 306-638-2282, Chamberlain, SK. 2008 BRANDT 5000 EX grain vac, good cond., $16,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm EquipAG DUTY BUCKET elevators, 10-20’ dis- ment Ltd., Storthoaks, SK, 306-449-2255. charge height, 100-600 bu. per hr., c/w REM 2700 GRAIN VAC, excellent shape. motor, gearbox, buckets and hardware. Phone 306-772-1004 or 306-784-2407, Starting at $2,195. Also available 1,000 - Herbert, SK. 10,000 BPH capacities. Sever’s Mechanical Services Inc., email severs1@mts.net or 2001 BRANDT 4500 grain vac, new fan and 1-800-665-0847, Winnipeg, MB. bearings, $10,400. Phone 780-208-0195, www.hasiukfarms.com Two Hills, AB. 5 UNITS- DOUBLE spiral canola spirals with top hoppers. 306-233-5722, Wakaw, SK.

2007 NH BR780A round baler, only used SMALL CONTINUOUS MODEL DriAll grain o n e s e a s o n , d o n e 8 0 0 b a l e s . dryer, very nice condition, priced to sell. 306-741-9541, Swift Current, SK. 306-654-7772, Saskatoon, SK. SUPER 1049 BALE WAGON, low hrs., new rubber; 4590 Hesston square baler, mint; NEW GSI GRAIN DRYERS: Canola screens, Matador 7900 swath inverter, less than 20 propane/nat. gas fired. Efficient, reliable hrs., 306-528-4422, Nokomis, SK. and easy to operate. Significant early order discount pricing now in effect. Call for 2008 JOHN DEERE 568 MegaPlus baler, for more information. 204-998-9915, Alta- w/net wrap and flotation tires; 2009 22 mont, MB. www.vzgrain.com wheel NH V-rake w/kicker wheels; 2000 NH 1475 16’ haybine. Swift Current, SK. SUPERB GRAIN DRYERS Winter pro- Call Wayne 306-297-3329, 306-741-7183. gram has started. Largest and quietest sin- 2008 JD 568 ROUND BALER, big tires, hyd. gle phase dryer in the industry. Over 34 PU, soft core kit, 1 owner, always shedded, years experience in grain drying. Moridge 1 4 , 0 0 0 b a l e s , a s k i n g $ 2 5 , 0 0 0 . parts also available. Grant Services Ltd, 403-308-0453, Sterling, AB. 306-272-4195, Foam Lake, SK. 2- 660 NH BALERS, Auto-Wrap, shedNEW GSI AND used grain dryers. For price ded, $6500 ea. JD bale spear, fits 6420, savings, contact Franklin Voth, Sales Rep like new, $700. 780-674-0721 Barrhead AB fo r A x i s F a r m s L t d . , M a n i t o u , M B . 124 MF BALER. 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, 204-242-3300, www.fvoth.com SK.

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2007 956 HESSTON round baler c/w Agco GTA monitor, constant moisture readout, done less than 5000 bales. Always shedded, excellent condition, $16,500 OBO. 204-362-4874, Morden, MB. BALE SPEAR ATTACHMENTS for all loaders and skidsteers, excellent pricing. Call now 1-866-443-7444. BALE SPEARS, high quality imported from Italy, 27” and 49”, free shipping, excellent pricing. Call now toll free 1-866-443-7444, Stonewall, MB. 2002 BUHLER BALER for sale, 6072, excellent condition, always shedded, $7000. 306-342-4235, Glenbush, SK.

2004 NH 499 haybine 12’, cut just a few acres, $17,500. 403-946-4529, Crossfield, AB. 16’ JD MOWER conditioner/haybine, sickle drive, model 1216, bought new in July 2007. 306-369-2708, Bruno, SK. 1998 NEW HOLLAND 1465 9’ haybine, good condition, $6500. 306-342-4235, Glenbush, SK. CASE/IH 8380, 16’ swing, low acres, always shedded. 306-528-4422, Nokomis, SK.

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COM BINES 1997 JD 9600, 22938 hrs , LL, Dls , DA M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $39,000 1999 JD 9610, 3027 hrs , Dls , DA M , DA S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $55,000 2 001 JD 9650W , 3278 hrs , Recon , S in g les , Cha ffs p rea d er. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $58,000 AIR S EEDER S & P LANTER S 2 007 JD 1890, 45’, 1910 Ca rt. . . . . . $79,000 1997 CO N C 4710, 47’, A DS K, TBH 3400. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,000 2 008 JD DB60, 36R20, CCS , Ffold , Va c. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $140,000 BALE WAGON 12 ton self-unloading c/w McKee stack and move, $3000. Call Ron 306-384-4512, Saskatoon, SK. 2006 JD 7400 forage harvester with hay header, 2200 hrs. Phone 204-522-6333, Melita, MB.

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1986 VERSATILE 4700, diesel, UII PU reels, Schumacher knife upgrade, 25’ table, good condition, $8500 OBO. Phone CASE/IH COMBINES and other makes # 1 0 V E R S AT I L E 2 0 ’ s w at h e r, P TO. 306-287-4141(days), 306-287-7783(eves) and models. Call the combine superstore. Watson, SK. Trades welcome, delivery can be arranged. 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, SK. Call Gord 403-308-1135, Lethbridge, AB. 1998 MACDON 960, 30’ header w/PU 1989 MF 200 30’ w/PU reel, rotor sheers. reel, gauge wheels, c/w 1998 MacDon New power wheel this season and late last offset bi-directional adapter w/mounted season. New reel drive and canvass drive swathroller, good shape, $12,500 OBO. motor 2 yrs. ago. New hyd. pump a year 306-488-2085, Dilke, SK. ago. Lift cylinders 3 years ago. Asking but will take offers. Email 2007 CASE/IH WDX1202, 700 hrs., 30’ $18,000 for pictures. Call header, double knife, triple delivery, excel- mdknight@xplornet.com lent condition, always shedded, $80,000. Mike at 204-568-4456, Decker, MB. 403-575-5708, Coronation, AB. 2000 CIH 8860, 25’ HoneyBee, UII PU reel, 2000 hrs, rebuilt hydraulic pump, $25,000 OBO. Phone 306-768-2659 or 1983 IH SWATHER, 21’, cab, air, shedded, excellent condition; 1982 Versatile 4400 306-768-7740, Carrot River, SK. swather, double swath, 19’, shedded, exc. 2010 CIH 1903, 36’, roller, $128,000; CIH condition. Retired. Ph 780-724-2390 NEW 30.5L-32 16 PLY, $2195; 18.4-38 8820 30’, $29,900; 2007 Premier 2952, farm at Elk Point, AB. or 780-436-3311. 12 ply, $783; 24.5-32 14 ply, $1749; 30’, vg, $97,800; WW 9352, 30’, DSA, $84,500; H Pro (MD) 8140, 30’, $69,000; 2003 PREMIER 2952i w/972 MacDon 14.9-24 12 ply, $356; 16.9-28 12 ply $498. MD150, 35’, $114,000; WW (MD) 9200, h e a d e r, d u a l k n i fe d r i ve , $ 8 0 , 0 0 0 . Factory direct. More sizes available, new and used. 1-800-667-4515, check us out 30’, $43,500; 3 CIH 730, 30’, PTO, $3500; 306-465-2658, Yellow Grass, SK. on-line: www.combineworld.com CIH 736, 36’, PT; 2010 CIH WD1203, 36’, $111,500; JD (MD) 25’ SP, $42,900; 2008 RETIRING: 2005 MF 9420, 770 hrs, 25’, 1998 CASE/IH 2388, specialty rotor w/acJD 4895, 30’, $89,000. Hergott Farm PU reel, gauge wheels, Roto-Shears, triple celerator kit, well maintained unit, has delivery, $65,000. 780-998-9013, Fort 2004 header platform w/rake-up PU. Also Equipment 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. Sask., AB. c/w 2001 30’ 1020 flex header w/PU reel, 2010 MF 9430, 540 hrs, 36’, GPS, duals, swath roller, $90,000. 306-231-3993, 2 MACDON 4950, 1200 hrs., 2 spd. hydro, great shape, 2200 threshing hrs, $80,000. www.versluistrading.com Humboldt, SK. 30’ 972 headers, double knife, double 306-327-7527, Rose Valley, SK. 2005 MACDON 9352i SP, 2 spd. turbo, swath, header transports, $68,000 ea. 2008 CASE 2588, 2015 PU, 478/594 1400 hrs., big tires, c/w 972 25’ header, 306-728-4899, 306-728-7077, Melville, SK hrs., yield and moisture, Pro 600 monitor, double knife drive, PU reel, triple delivery, rice tires, heavy soil machine, $187,000. new guards, canvas and knives. Also 922 204-981-5366, 204-735-2886 Starbuck MB 16’ hay conditioner, hyd. roll openers for easy cleaning, w/new guards and knives, 2005 MATADOR SWATH inverter reduces 2011 9120, duals, 205 hrs., $349,000; vg cond., $78,000 OBO. Can split headers. curing time in half, $5000. 403-946-4529, 2009 9120 Magna cut, $279,000; 2006 Crossfield, AB. 587-794-4666 ext. 112, Hanna, AB. 8 0 1 0 t o p p e r, $ 1 9 9 , 0 0 0 ; 8 0 1 0 S M $183,000; 2388, AFX, Y&M, big top, 2005 MACDON PREMIER 2952i, turbo, $ 1 1 0 , 0 0 0 ; 2 3 8 8 A F X , Y & M , t o p p e r, big rubber, 30’, 972 double knife, new can$129,000; 2388 AFX, Y&M, $110,000; vas, 815 cut hours, $88,000. 2388 hopper ext. $99,000; 2188 exceller, 1994 HESSTON 8100 w/14’ 1998 CIH hay 306-429-2710, Glenavon, SK. table, 1950 hrs, new knives and guards in Mav, Swathmaster, $76,000; 2188, excell1981 400 VERSATILE 20’ header, good 2011, $16,500 OBO. Nice cond., can send er, Swathmaster, topper, $65,000; 1997 shape, cab and canvas good, one wheel pics. 403-625-2177, Claresholm, AB. 2188 AFX, Swath Master, topper, $69,000; bearing needs replacing, $2000 OBO. 2188 AFX, sm topper, $65,000; 2188 sm, 780 336-6378, Irma, AB. 1049 NH BALE wagon, 391 Industrial eng., Y&M, $66,500; 1666 Rake-Up, 2656 eng. hrs., $37,000; 1680, shedded, $17,500; IH 5&2 trans., stacks 10 bales high, $20,000. J D 5 9 0 S W A T H E R 3 0 ’ , $ 2 5 0 0 . 403-946-4529, Crossfield, AB. 1480, 210 HP, $11,900. Hergott Farm 306-642-5771, Verwood, SK. Equipment, 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. 2010 BUHLER MODEL 2500 round bale NH H8040 SP swather, 36’ header, 190 hrs., warranty until Aug/2012. $110,000. picker, very good condition. McMahon, SK, 306-627-3434, 306-741-3376. 306-252-2227, Kenaston, SK.

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1991 CIH 1680 chopper, Cummins engine, new top sieve rails, new upper and lower sieves, cross flow fan upgrade, $26,800. 1015 header and PU, for $3000. Trades welcome. Financing available. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com CHEAP: 1997 2188 Case IH, AFX Swathmaster pickup, needs some work not much. Call 306-654-7772, Saskatoon, SK.

2004 CASE/IH 8010, duals, tank extension, long auger, PU head, 4WD, $150,000. 306-882-3347, Rosetown, SK.

Hopper Dropper This device mounts magnetically to the bottom of your hopper bin allowing you to open the chute wide open with no chance of spills. Reduces splitting peas and canola blowing away in the wind. FOB Unity, SK.

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2006 CASE 8010 AFX, topper, Y&M, Pro 600, 2016 header, 1084 threshing hrs., all upgrades, retiring. 403-638-0660, Madden, AB. eslingerfarms@davincibb.net

2006 NH CR970, 1,186 hrs., Redekop MAV, loaded, $119,800. Warranty and fin a n c i n g ava i l a b l e . Tr a d e s we l c o m e . 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2008 CR 9070, Swathmaster, yield and moisture, Redekop, field tracker. Hergott F a r m E q u i p m e n t , y o u r C I H D e a l e r, 2008 9870 STS JD, 675 eng. hrs, 425 rotor 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK hrs, AutoSteer ready, Contour-Master, 2003 NH CX860, 1550 hrs, Swathmaster variable speed heavy duty feeder chain, PU, exc. cond., big rubber, yield and mois- 520/85R38 duals, 480/70R30 rear tires, ture, header tilt, shedded, MAV chopper, header pkg, fine cut chopper, c/w 615P 16’ 2012 PU header, 2008 630F straight offers. 780-206-1234, Barrhead, AB. cut header 30’. Machine c/w both headers, 1998 TR98 NH, SN #564197, 2269 eng. field ready. Can deliver. Total $241,000. hrs., 1688 threshing hrs., fine cut chopper, Cypress River, MB. Ph. 204-743-2324, Cyclone chaff spreader, Swathmaster PU, www.cypresstrucksandequipment.com long auger, hopper extension, $47,000. 2000 JD 9650W, only 1,457 sep. hrs., 306-248-1236, Mervin, SK. Auto header height control, Dial-a-speed, 2007 CR9070, 20.8x42 duals, loaded, 360 chaff spreader, chopper, hopper topper, threshing hrs; 2000 SP36 HoneyBee draper 30.5-32 drive tires, 14.9-24 rear tires, JD header, gauge wheels, hyd. fore&aft, split 914 PU header, always shedded, excellent reel, steel teeth. Phone Arch Equipment, c o n d i t i o n , $ 1 1 9 , 0 0 0 . C a l l J o r d a n 306-867-7252, Outlook, SK. 403-627-9300 anytime, Pincher Creek, AB. 2009 JD 9870 STS, 4 WD, 613 hours, Contour-Master, Premier cab, self-levelling TWO GLEANER L2’S, field ready w/lots of shoe, 20.8x42’s, 5 spd reverser, power cast new parts. One hydro. for $5500; One tailboard, $225,000 US. 320-848-2496, standard for $4500; Straight cut header 3 2 0 - 8 9 4 - 6 5 6 0 , F a i r f a x , M i n n e s o t a . w/new knife and guards (will fit either www.ms-diversified.com combine), $3500. Trades considered. 1998 JD CTS II, 2700 sep. hrs., big top, 306-238-2065, Goodsoil, SK. fine cut chopper, shedded, 914 PU header, $55,000. 306-488-2182, Holdfast, SK. 1993 JD 9500, w/914 PU, 3705 sep. hrs., dual range cylinder, long unloading auger, axle extensions, Redekop chopper, chaff spreader, 1 owner, always shedded, recent Greenlight, complete service records, excellent condition, $43,000. 306-648-3540 or 306-648-7721, Gravelbourg, SK. 2001 JD 9650 STS w/PU header, 1843 hrs., always shedded, duals, priced to sell. Good cond. 306-726-4616, Southey, SK. JD 9650 STS w/914 PU, 1961 thrashing hrs., heavy land, never rocks, grain and yield loss monitor, long auger, hyd. fore and aft, 800 metrics, $110,000. Milestone, SK. 306-436-7727, 306-436-7757. 2002 JD 9650, 2279 sep. hrs., deluxe cab w/ClimaTrak, grain loss monitor, yield and moisture monitor, Auto header height control, Dial-A-Speed, straw chopper, Redekop chaff blower, JD 914 pickup header, always shedded, Greenlighted every year! Excellent shape! $119,000. Jordan anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. 2008 JD 9870 STS, duals; 2006 JD 9760 STS; JD 9760, Y&M. Phone Hergott Farm E q u i p m e n t , y o u r C a s e / I H D e a l e r, 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK.

2011 JD 9870 STS, 115 rotor hrs., Pro drive, auto feed rate, Powercast chopper, 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, $328,000. 306-834-7610, Major, SK. 2007 JD 9660WTS, only 528 sep. hrs., Auto header height control, Auto reel speed control, hyd. fore and aft, grain loss monitor, rock trap, 21’6” unloading auger, Hopper topper. Just been Greenlighted! Excellent shape! $169,900. Call Jordan 403-627-9300 anytime, Pincher Creek, AB. 1997 CTS JD combine, 2391 threshing hrs., deluxe cab, big top c/w extension (300 bu.), Sunnybrook cyl. and beater, fine cut chopper, extra long auger, 30.5x32 and 23x28 tires, 914 PU header, $60,000; 2002 MacDon 30’ draper header, PU reel, hyd. fore and aft, shedded, well maintained. No rocks! $25,000. 780-837-8047, Falher, AB. 1982 6620 COMBINE, 2260 hrs., 220 flex and 222 rigid header, exc. cond., $22,500. Phone 204-771-2169, Grosse Isle, MB.

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. 1996 JD CTS Combine, 2775/2054 hrs., 914 PU, McCrary hopper topper, shedded, long auger, 930 flex header plus Bergen 2005 JD 9660 STS, c/w 914P pickup, HHC, transport. Field ready, asking $79,000 for rock trap, fine cut chopper, big auger, green star, yield and moisture, touch-set, all 3 items. Watrous, SK. 306-946-2804. 800/65R32 tires, 1772 hrs. Harvest ready. 2002 JD 9650, 2147 sep. hrs., deluxe cab $110,000. Ph 780-679-7680, Ferintosh, AB w/ClimaTrak, grain loss monitor, Auto header height control, Dial-A-Speed, straw chopper, Redekop chaff blower, JD 914 PU header, always shedded and Greenlighted 1969 510 MF, 354 Perkins dsl. hydrostatic every year! Exc. shape! $119,000. Jordan c/w 9’ Sund PU 20’ straight header w/air anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. reel (Keho); 1980 751 MF combine. ESTATE SALE: 1991 JD 9500, 1700 orig. 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, SK. hrs, field ready, always shedded, very good WANTED: RIGHT HAND guarding panel to condition, $42,000. 204-766-2643. cover cascade separator on MF 865/855 2009 JD 9870 STS 4 WD, 566 hours, combine. 250-843-7617, Farmington, BC Premier cab, Countour-Master, 5 spd. HOPPER AND UNLOADING auger extenfeeder house, 650/85R38’s w/duals, Intel- s i o n s fo r M F 8 6 0 , $ 7 5 0 fo r b o t h . ligent power management, chopper 204-773-2536, Russell, MB. w/powercast tailboard, $229,500 US. 320-848-2496, 320-894-6560, Fairfax, Minnesota. www.ms-diversified.com 1997 9600, 914 header, 2528 sep./3335 eng. hrs., hopper topper, chaff spreader, R e d e ko p c h a f f s ave r s y s t e m ava i l . 2007 HONEYBEE 30’, PU reel, pea auger, 306-283-4747, 306-291-9395 Langham SK hyd. fore/aft, 50 or 60 series, JD hook-up, 2007 9860 STS PREMIUM, 694 hrs., $33,000 OBO. 306-759-2752, Tugaske, SK bullet rotor, mapping, long auger, 615 PU, 900 rice tires, shedded, extras, exc. cond. 2004 MACDON 974 30’ w/JD adapter, upper cross auger, PU reel, fore&aft, 1 $209,000. 780-206-1234, Barrhead, AB. owner, exc cond, $43,000. 306-648-3540, 2011 JD 9770, 615 PU, 120 hrs., loaded, 306-648-7721 (cell), Gravelbourg, SK. duals, contour, $289,000. 306-421-0205, Estevan, SK.

2008 9870 STS, 540 sep. hrs., duals, long auger, powercast tailboard, warranty, c / w 6 1 5 P U h e a d e r, H D l i f t r a m s , $225,000 firm. Phone 780-204-0391 or 780-786-2867, Mayerthorpe, AB. 2004 36’ FLEX Crary Air Head w/Cat 460 2006 9660 STS, Contour-Master, 1230 hrs, adapter, dual knives and dual fans. bullet rotor, high speed unloading auger, $129,000 OBO. 306-478-2451, Kincaid, SK. 306-266-4977, Glentworth, SK.

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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. 2010 FD70 MACDON, 35’, Case adaptor, loaded, pea auger, low acres, mint. Phone 306-932-2306, Plenty, SK. 2004 CIH 1010 30’ header, UII PU reel, shedded, transport, fore/aft, very good, $16,500. 306-642-5829, Scout Lake, SK. 2009 CASE/IH 2142 draper head, 35’, transport, CR/CX adapter, $46,000 OBO. Central MB. 306-563-8482, 306-782-2586.

1995 MACDON 960 25’ HEADER, PU reel, fits CIH 60-88 or JD 9400-9610, $12,900. Trades welcome, financing ava i l a b l e . w w w. c o m b i n ew o r l d . c o m 1-800-667-4515. 2004 36’ HONEYBEE, PU reel, pea auger, hydraulic fore&aft., end guage wheels, transport, shedded, c/w Case/IH adapter, $27,000. Phone 306-267-7496 or 306-267-7806, Coronach, SK. THREE 2011 635F flex heads and two 2011 635D Draper heads, very low acres, like new. Call Ron at 204-272-5070 or 204-626-3283, Sperling, MB. 2006 MACDON 973 36’ with 873 Lexion adapter, fore/aft reel, slow speed trans., upper cross auger, skid shoes, PU reel. New in 2007, $32,000 OBO. 403-888-7255, Acme, AB.

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

1989 CIH 1010 30’ HEADER very clean, tight wobble box, $6800. Trades welcome. Financing available, 1-800-667-4515 www.combineworld.com RECONDITIONED rigid and flex, most makes and sizes; Also header transports. Ed Lorenz, 306-344-4811, Paradise Hill, SK, www.straightcutheaders.com 2002 CASE/IH 1020, 30’, new poly, PU reel, hyd. fore&aft., header height control, shedded, Rite-Way transport, $17,500. Phone 306-267-7496 or 306-267-7806, Coronach, SK. HONEYBEE SP36 (Gleaner ADP.), $20,900; 2 MD 974 36’ flex, $49,900 each; CIH 1010, 30’, w/PU reel, $7400; CIH 1020 30’ flex header, $11,900; CIH 2052 36’ draper, $45,500; MacDon 973, 35’, CIH adapter, $39,900; JD 635, 35’, $57,000. Hergott Farm Equip 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK.

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2000 AGCO FLEX 800, 25’, PU reel, fore&aft., new poly, $12,000. Coronach, SK. Call 306-267-7496 or 306-267-7806. 2011 CA-20 adapter, mounts MacDon DS and FD series grain headers to JD 60/70 combine, $17,500. Phone 780-208-0195, www.hasiukfarms.com Two Hills, AB.

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1998 JD CTS II, 2000 sep. hrs., loaded, GreenStar, P914 PU, shedded, field ready. 306-695-2623, Indian Head, SK. 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.

2006 590R, 717 sep. hrs., field ready, exc. shape, $170,000 OBO, local combine; 2007 40’ flex header, 540, air reel, $41,000 OBO. 204-632-5334 or 204-981-4291, leave message, Winnipeg, MB.

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2010 MACDON D60-D 45’ draper header, JD 70 series adapter, single point hookups, fore/aft, finger reel, stubble lights, transport, new sickle and guards, $49,900. 204-433-7557 or 701-520-4036, St. Pierre, MB. 1999 30’ HONEYBEE, UII PU reel, fits Case/IH 80 or 88 Series, $25,000 OBO. 306-747-7116, Shellbrook, SK.

COMBINE WORLD has adapters! For headers, combines and swathers. Honeybee shells and PTO’s, $980 exchange. MacDon starting at $1960 exchange. 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com 2006 MACDON 973 36’ with 873 Lexion adapter, fore/aft reel, slow speed trans., upper cross auger, skid shoes, PU reel. New in 2007, $32,000 OBO. 403-888-7255, Acme, AB.

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RETIRING: 2003 APACHE 1090 PLUS, 1472 hrs., 90’ boom, 1000 gal. poly tank, triple nozzle, crop dividers, Norac AutoHeight, Raven rate control, Ez-Steer, $110,000. 780-998-9013, Fort Sask., AB.

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2006 3630 SPRA-COUPE, shedded, 60’, 2001 ROGATOR 854, 800 gal. SS tank, 90’, 3-way nozzles, 2900 hrs. 306-782-5843, Envizio Pro w/Raven AutoSteer, air ride Yorkton, SK. cab, 2 sets tires, $85,000. 403-994-7754, SPRAYTEST REMOTE BOOM CONTROL Olds, AB. Use handheld remote to select and turn on individual boom section for nozzle checks. Easy install with harness to plug in to your sprayer. Models for up to 16 sections. 2011 CIH 4420 SPRAYER, 120’, 1200 gal. SS tank, 800 hrs, 1 yr. warranty remaining, every option available incl. reverPh: 306-859-1200 sible engine fan, Viper Pro GPS, HID lighting all around, leather interior, 710 float spraytest@sasktel.net tires, 380 narrow tires, 2012 Redlight insp. www.spraytest.com and service, field ready, $290,000 OBO. 306-331-7385, 306-675-5703, Lipton, SK CIH 4420, 120’, $239,000; 2010 JD 4830, 2003 JD 4710, 2950 hrs., 90’ boom, GS2 230 hrs., $249,000; 2008 Miller A75, 1200 w/AutoTrac, swath control, hyd. tread ad- gal., 275 HP, $159,900; Willmar 6400, 4 just, 320 and 20.8 tires, mint! $134,000 WD, $39,000. Need more CIH Patriot OBO. 204-326-0117, Ste. Anne, MB. trades, top dollar allowances. Hergott Farm Equip, 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. 2000 SPRA-COUPE 3640, 2046 hrs., 60’ booms, triple nozzle bodies, joystick controls, AC, Midtech autorate, Trimble AutoSteer, $45,000. 306-962-7368 Eston, SK. TRIDEKON CROP SAVERS, used on CIH 2007 4720 JD, 1400 hrs, 90’ boom, very 3185, set of 4, $1000. 306-738-4603, nice, 2 sets tires, crop dividers, $155,000. Gray, SK. Delivery available. Call 701-240-5737.

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2005 WILLMAR 8500 Eagle, 90’ boom, 3 sets of nozzles, Zynx Guidance, c/w mapping and sectional control, OmniStar satellite guidance, AutoBoom, 2 sets of tires, 1650 hrs., always shedded, vg condition, $100,000. 306-299-4943, Consul, SK.

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. JD 4930 COMBO: 120’ and SS spin box, 3459 hrs., 2 sets of tires, $206,500 US. Call Gord 403-650-7967, Calgary, AB.

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1996 SPRA-COUPE 220, high clearance, 60’, 1220 hrs, AC, bubble jets, Raven controller, foam marker, tow hitch, always shedded, nice shape for its age, $18,000 OBO. call 780-374-2296, Holden, AB.

1450 BOURGAULT, 110’ boom, 1200 gal. tank, autorate control, asking $15,000. 2005 ROGATOR 1074, 2941 hrs., AccuBoom, AutoBoom, float tires avail. Asking 306-554-3727, Wynyard, SK. $115,000. 306-497-2715, Blaine Lake, SK. BRANDT SB4000 100’, 1600 gal. tank, wind cones, frost kit, rinse water tank kit, 2000 SPRA-COUPE 3640, 2080 hours, 1 yr. old UC4+ AutoBoom, monitor, accu- 80 alum. booms, 3-way nozzle bodies, mulators, serviced, field ready, $26,900 foam marker, duals, crop dividers, shedOBO. 403-485-8198, Arrowwood, AB. ded. 306-895-4661, Delmas, SK. 2009 NH S1070, 100’ susp. boom, 1600 US 2010 JD 4930 HIGH CLEARANCE sprayer, gal., 480/80R38 tires, large hyd. pump, 120’, fully loaded w/every available opIntelliView, Raven AutoBoom, 3” fill, mint. tion, big tires, 900 hrs., triple nozzles, $43,900. 403-526-1288, Medicine Hat, AB. $255,000 OBO 306-882-3787 Rosetown SK 2001 SPRAY-AIR Trident, 80’ boom. 600 2003 ROGATOR 864, 2620 hrs, 100’, 865 gal tank. Air assist and regular nozzles. gal. SS tank, triple nozzle, 2 end boom Rinex sectional control and GFS AutoBoom nozzles, Trimble 500 GPS, EZ-Steer, Norac, height, asking $22,000 OBO. Watrous, 3 sets tires, crop dividers, $120,000 for all. SK, 306-946-9805. Rob 306-228-4534, Larry 306-228-3172, FLEXI-COIL S67 suspended boom, SN Gord 306-228-3601, Unity, SK. 112074-02, 90’ w/double nozzle bodies 2003 WILMAR high clearance sprayer, and 3 sets of low drift tips, rate controller, 1850 hrs., two sets of tires, 480-46 Micheexc. cond, shedded, $21,500. Weyburn, lin and 320-50 Titans, Raven AutoBoom, SK. Call 306-861-6665 or 306-861-5224. plumbed for Outback AutoSteer GPS. 3061999 FLEXI-COIL 67XL, 120’, 1500 gal., 264-7888 or eugenebrisebois@gmail.com, hydraulic pump, rate controller, 3” fill, hyd. Kincaid, SK. assist unfold, $9900. 306-383-2345, Quill 2007 ROGATOR 1074 SS, 1192 engine Lake, SK. hrs., approx. 800 spray hrs., stainless tank, 2003 67XL, 1250 gal. tank, 100’ booms, educator, foam marker, Raven light bar, 2 wind screens, chem. tank, dual body com- sets of tires, shedded heated shop. bo jet nozzles, end nozzles, disc markers, 306-937-2857, Battleford, SK. AutoRate, AutoBoom, w/500 monitor con- SPRAY-AIR PREDATOR Model 2010, 103’ troller, $15,500 OBO. 306-896-2337, boom, 1040 gal. tank, AutoSteer, AutoChurchbridge, SK. Boom height, AutoBoom shut-off, mapFLEXI-COIL S67, suspended boom 90’, 850 ping, foam marker, SprayTest, 1760 hrs, imperial gal., AutoRate, hyd. pump, asking $104,500. www.hasiukfarms.com 780-208-0195, Two Hills, AB. $17,500. 306-693-2310, Moose Jaw, SK. FLEXI-COIL SYSTEM 55, PTO pump. 1989 TERRAGATOR 1603T, 10 spd., 80’ boom, 1600 gallon tank, AutoSteer, new 306-856-4710 evenings, Conquest, SK. rear tires- Spring of 2011, $32,000. FLEXI-COIL 62, 80’, 800 gallon tank, single 306-744-7722, Bredenbury, SK. tires on tank, four tires on booms, 1999 JD 4700, 2200 hrs., exc. cond, SS 306-755-2157, Tramping Lake, SK. tank, 2 sets of tires, weight pkg, GPS, Auto 2011 NH S1070 126’, suspended boom, Steer, foam, boom valves, wheel covers, 1600 US gal., Raven power glide, triple fence row nozzles, Thompson strainer, exnozzle bodies, Intelleview 3, fenders, like tra lights, hyd. tread adj, Norac, fenders, new, $51,900. 403-330-0949, Granum, AB. trace control, 3 sets nozzles, $110,000 2001 67XL, 1250 IMPERIAL GAL. TANK, OBO. 780-352-0643, Millet, AB. 90’, chem fill tank, rinse tank and handheld 2001 ROGATOR 854, SS tank, 3500 hrs., nozzle, dual body, combo jet nozzles, hyd. two sets of tires, AutoSteer, very good pump, no autorate control. 306-283-4747, cond. $75,000. 403-646-5877, Nanton, AB. 306-291-9395, Langham, SK. 1998 ROGATOR 854, 90’ booms, Outback 1999 BRANDT QF 2005, 110’, rate control, AutoSteer, AutoBoom shut-off, foam foam, dual tank, $9900. Cam-Don Motors, markers, 2 sets of tires, 5368 hrs. 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. $59,000. Phone 306-372-4733 or 306-372-4679, Luseland, SK. 1997 TYLER PATRIOT NT, 80’ booms, 750 gal. tank, 2300 hrs., JD 4 cyl. diesel eng., Outback S3, AutoSteer, crop dividers. 306-236-6811, 306-236-7797, Meadow Lake, SK.

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NH 216, 120’, 380x46 duals, fenders, 5 sensor Norac, 1600 gal., suspended boom. 306-642-4015, Assiniboia, SK. 2- 2002 FLEXI-COIL 67XL sprayers, 800 Imp. gal., 90’ and 100’ booms, chem fill, autorate, c/w foam and disc markers, both excellent condition, $15,000 each OBO. 403-321-2105, Blackie, AB. 1998 FLEXI-COIL 67XL 90’, 1250 gal. tank, hyd. pump, wind screens, autorate controller, $10,000. Phone 306-230-6879, Vanscoy, SK. FLEXI-COIL 67 QUICKFOLD 80’ wheel boom, 850 gal. tank, 14.4x26 tank tires, autorate controller, hyd. pump drive, hyd. boom height control, chem fill tank, dual combo jet nozzles, exc. shape, field ready, $14,000 OBO. 306-560-7653, Wynyard, SK 2008 NH SF216, 120’ suspended, 1350 Imperial narrow profile, Raven AutoBoom, new airmax tips, like new condition, $43,000. 403-734-3800, Cluny, AB. 2 0 0 6 B O U R G AU LT w / 5 0 0 ga l . t a n k , $13,500. Phone Steve 780-674-8080, Cherhill, AB.

1996 SPRA-COUPE 218, 1350 hrs., elec. boom lift and fold, foam marker, good condition, $8,000. 306-297-6425 or 306-297-8837, Shaunavon, SK. 2008 CIH 4420, 1030 hrs., luxury cab, 100’ boom, 2 sets of tires, E-pro, AutoSteer, Au t o B o o m , A c c u B o o m , $ 2 2 5 , 0 0 0 . 306-728-4899, 306-728-7077, Melville SK 2009 APACHE AS-1010, 672 hrs, 100’ b o o m , 1 0 0 0 ga l . t a n k , fi e l d r e a dy. 306-642-3079, 306-640-7695, Viceroy, SK 2009 JD 4930, 1200 gal., 120’ boom, SS tank and plumbing, chem. inductor, 2 sets tires, 5 sensor Auto-Height control, full GPS w/swath control, 500 hrs., $320,000 OBO. 780-837-5243, Donnelly, AB. 2010 4660 SPRA-COUPE for sale. Has AutoSteer, crop dividers, floatation tires, and 3-way nozzles, approx. 250 hrs w/5 yrs. warranty remaining. Also sell w/wo sprayer and Int. water truck and trailer, field ready. 306-238-2191, Goodsoil, SK 2000 JD 4700, 2 sets tires, SS tank, crop dividers, 100’ booms, 4000 hrs, other options, Greenlighted, asking $95,000. 204-776-2047, 204-534-7722, Minto, MB.

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CONCORD 48-12-4R w/440 bu. refurbished Concord cart, Phoenix harrows, radial packer tires, 4” carbide stealth openers, Agtron monitors, 10” auger w/air seeder hopper, $59,000. Call Jared at 306-631-8816, Moose Jaw, SK.

JOHN DEERE 1820 air drill, 61’, 10” spacing. Call 403-664-2028, Oyen, AB. BOURGAULT 3310 and 6550 CART 2009, 66’, 10” spacing, MRB’s, dual shoot, updated to v-packers, single run Zynx blockage, 6550ST cart with Zynx, rear duals, high output fans, $270,000. 306-648-3675, Gravelbourg, SK. MORRIS MAXIM 49’ w/TBH 7300 c/w 3rd tank, double shoot, 4 rank 10” spacing, 4” rubber packers, 8” auger and air seeder hopper, paired row boots, side slide markers, $50,000 OBO. Donnelly, AB. Phone 780-925-3779, normrita@serbernet.com 2008 MORRIS MAXIM III 60’, double shoot, Atom Jet side band openers, 450 bu. tank, low acres. 306-278-2518, Porcupine Plain, SK. 2009 FLEXI-COIL 5000 HD 45’, 10”, 550, 3.5 steel, double shoot, c/w 2006 430 TBT mech. $129,000. Will separate. Cam-Don Motors Ltd. 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 1996 MORRIS MAXIM 35’, 10” spacing, DS, 4” steel packers, 7240 TBT, Atom Jet openers, drill and cart shedded, field ready, $35,000. 780-808-5605, Unity, SK.

2006 BOURGAULT 5725 series II, 10” spacing, double shoot, 40’ Coulter. 306-843-7546, 306-843-2947, Wilkie, SK. 1998 FLEXI-COIL 2320 TBT air cart, c/w 3 metering rollers, 8 run, double shoot capable. Stored inside, exc. cond., $18,500 OBO. Days: 306-682-3330, Humboldt, SK. 2008 JD 1890 no-till and 1910 commodity cart, exc. cond. Standard seed boots, blockage warning system, hi-flotation tires, duals, 8 primary air package, 7.5” row space, 3 seed meter rollers, Used only for organic seeding, no fertilizer. Call Brad 403-771-4106, Barrhead, AB. 40’ BOURGAULT 5710 w/4300 TBH tank. 9.8” spacing, MRB’s with NH3, rubber packers, 2 fans, carbide tips, stored inside. $65,000. 780-385-1546, Killam, AB. RETIRING: 2000 Seed Hawk 4812, c/w blockage monitors, 350 bu. Ezee-On tank, $82,000. 306-934-6703 eves Saskatoon SK 1995 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 39’, 9”, 3.5” steel, 1330 TBH, c/w TBT liquid cart, liquid kit, Atom-Jet openers, $39,900. Cam-Don Motors, 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. FLEXI-COIL 6000 40’, 10” spacing, DS, TBH 3450 air cart. Will separate. $40,000 OBO. 306-893-7749, Maidstone, SK. 2002 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 57’, 12” spacing, DS, Atom Jet paired row openers, blockage monitors, 4” rubber press w/2002 Flexi-Coil 3450 TBH, variable rate, dual fans, 10” auger, work lights, $84,000 OBO. Delivery avail. 306-948-7843, Biggar, SK

2006 SEED HAWK, 48-10 w/on board 2500 gal. liquid tank, c/w 4350 Bourgault air tank; 1997 MORRIS MAXIM 3910 air drill, 6240 air cart, single shoot w/side band liquid. 306-457-7332, Stoughton, SK. FLEXI-COIL 5000, 45’, 12” spacing, VR 2003 HARMON 5280 52’, 12” spacing, DS, 3450 air cart TBT, 3” rubber packers. heavy packers, 350 bu. Harmon tow be- 403-888-6993, Swalwell, AB. tween air cart. 306-554-3122, Wynyard SK 2005 JD 1820, 9.8” spacing, 3” steel packHIGH CAPACITY FOR LOW DOLLARS: ers, new tires, new 1” Dutch openers, 350 (2) 540 bu. carts w/Morris 54’ Concept bu. tank w/conveyor, $79,500 OBO. 2000 cult’s, K-Hart packers, dry MRB’s, 306-882-3787, Rosetown, SK. $42,000. 306-547-8064, Stenen, SK. CONCORD/CASE ATX5010, red, 50’, MORRIS MAXIM II air drill, 49’, 3-1/2” Case 2300, 230 bu tank, DS, 1” AtomJet or steel packers w/Morris 7300 TBH air tank, 3.5” dutch paired row openers, liquid fert. 3rd tank, double shoot, nice condition, kit, good cond., $45,000. 204-391-1011, $45,000. Kyle 204-642-2168, Arborg, MB. Elie, MB. Email: pro_terra@hotmail.com 1993 MORRIS MAXIM 39’, 7.5” spacing, 1991 CASE/IH 8500 air hoe drill, 33’, single shoot, 2.5” steel packers, Gen 43 Atom Jet points, new tires on tank. carbide tips, 6180 cart, New: cart and drill 306-335-2756, Lemberg, SK. tires, new hoses, drill in good shape, field r e a d y, $ 2 2 , 0 0 0 . 3 0 6 - 7 8 5 - 2 0 2 5 , 2010 NH P2070 Precision air drill, with 4 3 0 b u . c a r t , l o a d e d , fi e l d r e a d y, 306-297-8037, Cadillac, SK $190,000. 306-536-3870, Regina, SK. 1996 BOURGAULT 5710, 42’, 12” spacing, 3” paired row, heavy shanks, double shoot, 3310 BOURGAULT 75’, 10” spacing, anhysteel packers, 4350 cart w/dual fans, de- drous side band, c/w ammonia pump, luxe monitor, new semi hopper, low acres, 6550 cart, $249,500. 780-876-0634, Debolt, AB. ewfarms@telus.net Delivery $65,000. 306-463-2796, Choiceland, SK. available. RETIRING: 2004 BOURGAULT 5710, 59’, MRB, 2008 6450 tank. Will separate if drill JD 1820 w/1900 cart, 270 bu., 45’, 10” sells first; 2008 Vers. 535 tractor. All low spacing, dual casters, single shoot, $45,000. 403-634-1373, Enchant, AB. acres. 306-445-5642, North Battleford, SK. 2003 MORRIS MAX II, 40’, 10” spacing, 1997 FLEXI-COIL 2320 TBT cart, 6 run, 4” steel, single shoot, 7180 tank, shank DS, semi hopper, blockage monitors, type NH3 kit, approx. 12,000 acres. Excel- $18,500. 306-845-2615, Turtleford, SK. lent, $58,900. Nipawin, SK. 306-862-2387 2004 MORRIS MAXIM II 40’, 10” spacing, or 306-862-2413. 4” steel, single shoot w/liquid 8336 TBH 1999 JD 730, 44’, knock-on’s, Haukaas tank with 3000 gal. US liquid tank, Bourmarkers, new tires, w/1900 double shoot gault wing type carbide tips with liquid cart, low acres, excellent cond., $49,500. 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. 204-248-2600, Notre Dame, MB. 306-847-4413, 306-963-7755, Liberty, SK.

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2009 MORRIS 650 bu. TBH cart; 1997 Flexi-Coil 5000, 57’ air drill, 12” spacing w / h a r r ow s a n d o n r ow p a c ke r s . 306-862-8233, Codette, SK. 2000 FLEXI-COIL 3450 TBH, 3 tanks, double fan, 10” auger, hopper extension, hyd. rear winch, $33,900 OBO. Phone 306-861-4592, Weyburn, SK. 2005 29’ MORRIS Maxim II, double shoot (Atom Jets), TBT 7240 air tank; 2002 40’ Morris Maxim II w/Dutch openers, TBT 2002 Bandit liquid fertilizer caddy 2035, and TBH 7030 air cart. WANTED: 47’-50’ Bourgault or Morris air drill, double shoot w/air tank. 306-373-9140, 306-270-6627, Saskatoon, SK. 1996 CONCORD 6012, 3 rank, 550 lb trips, edge on shanks, Concord disc levelers on every shank, Titan packer tires and Anderson double shoot boots. Raven NH3 controller and super cooler, w/model 3000 Concord tank extended to 440 bu., 70/30 split, hyd. fan and fill auger. TBT 1250 gal NH3 tanks. M5 good to Sept. 2014. Will split NH3 tanks. Asking $60,000. Kelvington, SK. 306-327-7227 or 306-327-7760. 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. FLEXI-COIL 6000 40’, 10” spacing, double shoot, c/w TBH NH FC230 tank, with 3rd tank, variable rate, all new discs, $72,000 OBO. 780-614-0787, St. Vincent, AB. DAVIDSON TRUCKING, PULLING AIR drills/ air seeders, packer bars, Alberta and Sask. 30 years experience. Bob Davidson, Drumheller, 403-823-0746 2007 FLEXI-COIL 46’ 5000 HD and 430 bu. cart. 10” sp., 3” rubber, single shoot, $115,000. 403-527-9661 Medicine Hat, AB 2010 CASE/IH 3430 variable rate TBT air cart w/duals. 306-862-8233, Codette, SK. 2002 BOURGAULT 5440, dual shoot, rear hitch, CRA, cameras, dual 30.5x32, $52,000. 306-776-2496, Wilcox, SK. 1999 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 33’, double shoot, Atom Jets, 4” press, 3450 TBH, $59,000. May separate. Phone 306-563-8482 or 306-782-2586, Yorkton, SK. 1997 FLEXI-COIL 5000 39’, 9” spacing, 3/4” Dutch carbide- 1 season, 3” rubber packers, 2320 single shoot, TBT tank, $32,000 firm; Also w/wo Alpine 450 Imp. tank and pump system, $2000; Also w/wo UAN 1200 Imp. Bandit TBH caddy w/John Blue twin piston pump system, $6000. 306-868-7730, Avonlea, SK.

2000 BOURGAULT 5710 42’, 9.8” spacing, MRB’s with NH3, 3.5” steel packers, c/w TBT Bourgault 4250 air cart, 3 tank metering, $65,000. Edam, SK. 306-397-2840, 306-441-3510. 1998 MORRIS MAXIM, 60’, dual shoot, 10” spacing, Dutch paired row boots, steel packer, 365 bus. 3 tank air cart. $47,500. 403-795-1171, Fort McLeod, AB. 2009 JD 1870, 56’, side band, Dutch dry/NH3 fert. opener, blockage monitors, 2011 updates, Max Quip VRC NH3 kit w/5 section control, 1910 430 bu. TBH cart with conveyor, $195,000. 780-787-2408, 2003 57’ FLEXI-COIL 5000, 2320 TBT tank Mannville, AB. w/TBH 1250 liquid cart, exc. cond. Call Moe 306-472-7990, Lafleche, SK. 1997 FLEXI-COIL 5000, 57.5’, 12” spacing w/NH3 Mid Row, NH3 kit- 2 yrs. old w/1997 2320 tank, lots of new parts, good shape, $38,000. 306-746-4626, Raymore. 1998 BOURGAULT 5710 33’, 12” space, midrow shanks, 3.5” steel Raven, NH3 kit, c/w 1997 Flexi-Coil 1720 TBT, both exc. cond, $55,000. 306-332-8098 Balcarres SK 1993 FLEXI-COIL 5000 39’, 9” spacing c/w 1997 TBH 2320 tank, tank always shedded, 3” spread tips, 3” rubber packers, single shoot, coarse, fine and extra fine rollers, c/w extra set of new 3” spread tips, $39,500. Ph 306-228-7612, Unity, SK. 2003 FLEXI-COIL 5000 45’, 2320 TBH tank w/35 bu. granular tank, double shoot, Atom Jet openers, 550 trips, dual castors, $ 6 2 , 0 0 0 . C a l l We s 3 0 6 - 4 7 2 - 3 7 7 5 , 306-472-7642 cell, Lafleche, 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. 2006 58’ FLEXI-COIL 5000 HD 10” spacing, 4.5” steel packers, rock guards, mud scrapers, dual casters, primary blockage, double shoot, 3450 TBT, dual fan, variable rate $100,000. 403-647-7391, Milk River, AB. 2011 CASE/IH ATX700, 70’, 4” rubber packers, 10” spacing, single shoot, w/3580 tank, 580 bu., 900 metric tires, asking $229,000. 306-463-3815, 306-463-7866, Flaxcombe, SK. FLEXI-COIL 57’ 5000, 9” spacing, rubber press, $29,900; 2320 TBH tank, $15,900; . Pro Ag Sales, 306-441-2030 anytime, North Battleford, SK. NEW MORRIS CONTOUR 1, 61’, 12” spacing, double shoot, 8370 w/80 bu., 3rd tank, TBT air cart, cash price $230,000. Hibbard Equip 306-969-2133, Minton, SK. MORRIS MAXUM 49’x10”, 7180 TBH tank, single shoot, Bourgault knock-on points, 3-1/2” steel packers, $25,000. Phone 306-295-4062, Frontier, SK. FOR SALE: 2006 Bourgault 5710 40’ air drill, series II dry mid-row banders; 2007 Bourgault 6350 air tank, dual fans, 3 comp a r t m e n t s . B o t h l i ke n e w, a s k i n g $145,000. 204-855-2167, Griswold, MB. 2007 JD 1830 61’ air drill, 10” spacing, double shoot, all run blockage, large flotation tires, set up for a TBH cart, cart not included. 306-297-2077, Shaunavon, SK.

2000 CASE/IH 3400 AIR TANK, 8” auger, 23.1x26 tires, exc. cond., $17,500. 403-644-3808, Standard, AB. 2002 MORRIS MAXIM II 50’, 10” spacing, 3-1/2” steel packers, DS with Dutch low draft openers, c/w 2008 TBT Ezee-On 3315 air cart, $69,500 OBO. 306-246-4725, 306-441-7850, Richard, SK COMPLETE SET 3-1/2” steel packer wheels, 9”, off 39’ Flexi-Coil 5000, $3500 OBO; 54 stealth openers, carbide tips, $40/ea. 306-256-3512, Cudworth, SK. 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 2001 JOHN DEERE 1820, 52’, 10” spacor Mitch 306-460-6146. ing, single shoot, 7” hyd. auger, single hyd. 2004 K-HART 40’ drill, 10” spacing, liquid fan, 4” steel packers, Eagle beaks, 1900 fert. kit, Agtron flow sensors c/w 1993 TBT (270 bu.). 306-563-6387, Canora, SK. Flexi-Coil 2320 air cart w/rear hitch and 1990 CONCORD 4812, 3 rank, 550 lb trip, long poly hopper. 306-587-7484 Lancer SK edge on shanks, Concord disc levelers on 1996 BOURGAULT 5710, 64’, 9.8” spac- every shank, radial packer tires and Andering, no MRB’s or tank, steel packers, single son double shoot boots. John Blue nitrolashoot, $33,000 OBO. 306-452-7931, Re- tor w/hyd. shut-off w/model 3000 Convers, SK. cord tank extended to 440 bu. 50/50 split, fan and fill auger. TBT twin 1000 gal 2007 NH SD440 (Flexi-Coil 5000 HD) hyd. tanks. M5 good to Sept. 2012. Will drill 58’, 10” centers, 550 trip, double NH3 NH3 tanks. Asking $43,000. Kelvingshoot, 4-1/2” steel, dual castors, Stealth split carbide/paired row, twin primary blockage ton, SK. 306-327-7227 or 306-327-7760 c/w SC430 (430 bu.) TBH variable rate cart. One owner, exc cond., stored inside, $129,500. 403-936-5797, Calgary, AB. NEW NOBLE 9000 Seed-O-Vator, 42’, dual shoot, New Noble 392 TBH air cart, 240 bu., $15,000 OBO. 306-642-5771, Verwood, SK. 2001 BOURGAULT 4710 Zero-till disc drill 40’, DS, hyd. markers, new 2-/1/2” hoses, 5350 tank, rear hitch, exc. cond., $70,000. 306-883-2458, Spiritwood, SK. 1996 EZEE-ON 3500 36’ w/1997 EzeeOn 3175 air tank, ground driven, 175 bu., 2” knock-on spoons, new hoses, c/w packers and harrows, $18,000 OBO. 306-475-2786, 306-640-8074 Ormiston SK 2005 MORRIS EXPRESS, 40’, 10” space, hyd. markers, single shoot, double disc drill, onrow packers for precision seeding depth, $40,000. Can deliver. Lloydminster, SK, 306-821-6646 or 480-285-7067. 2010 BOURGAULT 5710, 74’, 9.8” spacing, w/3” Dutch paired row dual shoot knives, 3-1/2” packers, w/6700 tank, dual fans, loaded w/rear hitch. Millhouse Farms 306-398-4079, Cut Knife, SK. 2007 K-HART DISC drill 60’, good shape, new set of discs, $95,000. 306-587-7113, Lancer, SK. 1999 FLEXI-COIL 7500, 50’ w/2340 TBH variable rate tank, 10” spacing, steel packers, single shoot, $39,000 OBO. 306-266-4889, Fir Mountain, SK. 2001 FLEXI-COIL 7500 air drill 50’, 10” spacing w/blockage sensors, $15,000; 2002 JD air drill 60’, no boots, 10” spacing, $30,000. 306-267-4528, Coronach, SK. CONCORD 4012, LIQUID kit, gas Harman cart, $8500 OBO; Concord 3909, 7200 Case 42’ hoe. 306-693-2626 Caronport, SK

58’ FLEXI-COIL 5000, 12” spacing, single shoot, NH3 mid-row shanks, Raven TBH, autorate NH3 control, 3” rubber, new hoses, $26,900; 3450 Flexi-Coil tank, TBH, double fan, 10” auger, hopper ext., hyd. winch, $33,900 or $55,000 for both OBO. Phone 306-861-4592, Weyburn, SK. 1994 HARMON 3680 w/3100 cart, 36’, 8” spacing, single shoot, liquid manifolds, 1.5” openers, 2.5” steel packers. Cart: 250 bu., 2 compartments, double shoot capable, $16,500. 306-731-3250, Bulyea, SK.

2- 2011 SEED HAWK 8412 84’ air drills, 12” spacing, semi pneumatic packers, 800 bu. 4 comp. TBH tank, Sectional Control technology, dbl. hyd. fan, 10” load conveyor, 30.5L32 duals. 306-776-2397 or visit www.rbauction.com Regina, SK. JD 737-787 heavy Gumbo air drill, 40’, 10” spacing, rubber packers, 3” openers, 230 bushel tank, liquid kit available, $30,000. 306-535-5815, Gray, SK.

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2000 49’ MORRIS MAXIM, 12” spacing, double shoot, paired row, new tires, new openers, heavy shanks, $34,000. Phone 306-726-4617, 306-725-4869, Southey, SK

1990 FLEXI-COIL 2320 TBT air cart, 1 yr. old air seeder hopper with 1990 JD 610, 43’ air seeder, 12” spacing, Atom Jet liquid side band boot, Valley packers updated to 1810 style height adjustment, $25,000. 1997 BOURGAULT 8810, 40’, poly packers 306-269-7774, cell 306-338-2055 day10” spacing, MRB’s, Dickey John NH3 Au- time, Foam Lake, SK. torate, heavy trips, 3/4 Bourgault knockon opener, good shape. 306-398-7697 1995 BOURGAULT 28’, 8” spacing, liquid kit and hitch, 130 bu. tank, K-Hart packers, 1 Cut Knife, SK. year old liquid knives, $18,000. 306-698-2563, Wolseley, SK. 2008 CIH SDX 40’ disc drill, single shoot, new scrapers, w/3380 TBT cart, var. rate. 2002 BOURGAULT 8810 40’, 2009 MRB’s, 306-672-3711, 306-672-7616 Gull Lake SK Independent poly packers, harrows, Raven NH3 w/440 controller, new tires, $47,000. REAR HITCH OFF A 6450 Bourgault tank, 403-599-2108, Milo, AB. like new condition, 204-773-3252, Angus- EZEE-ON 3500, 35’, 9” spacing, with Eagle ville, MB. Air 160 ground drive tank, single shoot. 306-771-2681, Balgonie, SK. 42’ OF CASE/IH 7200 hoe press, factory trans., slow speed sprockets for Canola, 1999 FLEXI-COIL 3450 TBH, double shoot, custom made markers. Shedded, vg cond. m e c h r a t e , $ 3 5 , 0 0 0 O B O . P h o n e 306-563-8482, 306-782-2586, Yorkton, SK 204-773-3252, Angusville, MB. 1996 8810 BOURGAULT 40’, 450 trips, rubRETIRING: 2006 NH SD440A 58’, 12” ber packers, single shoot, plus gran. kit, space, 550 trip, 5.5” rubber packers, 2000 3195 tank, 3rd tank, always shedded, acre on Stealth openers, SC 430 variable $32,000 OBO. 403-533-2240 Rockyford AB rate, TBH cart, 2500 gal. Pattison NH3 wagon, w/Max-quip high pressure pump, 2003 FLEXI-COIL 5000 HD 57’, 12” spacing, paired row double shoot, steel $145,000. 780-998-9013, Fort Sask., AB. packers, new tires, new hose, 2004 TBH variable rate air cart, primary block2000 MORRIS MAXIM II, 61’, 12” space, 3450 exc. cond. $89,500. 306-487-7816, DS, TBT 7300 tank, 3rd comp., $53,000 age, OBO. 403-833-2334, cells 403-952-0098, Lampman, SK., ole.michaelsen@web.de 403-952-0624, Burdett, AB. 2007 BOURGAULT 9400 air seeder, 60’, 12” spacing, Bourgault 4350 tank, 2002, rear 2880 HARMON AIR drill, 28’, 8” spacing, hitch, 600 lb. trips, 1-1/4” shanks, knock175 bu. Ezee-On tank, exc. cond., asking on Bourgault 14” shovels, single shoot, high output fan, deep lug tires on tank, $25,000. Ph. 306-642-4985, Assiniboia, SK 277 monitor, Norac UC3 depth control, 10” ‘BOURGAULT PURSUING PERFECTION’ load auger, secondary blockage monitor, 1996 Flexi-Coil 5000, 57’ w/Flexi 4350 3-bar extra HD JD mounted harrows, high cart, $88,000; 2001 5710, 54’, double output fan, excellent, $109,000. Call Lloyd s h o o t , N H 3 , r u b b e r p a c ke r s , M R B , Sproule 403-627-2764, 403-627-7363, $99,000; 2002 Bourgault 5710 40’, double Pincher Creek, AB. shoot, 3” rubber, $49,000; 2001 5710, 64’, BOURGAULT 8800, with heavy trips and 9.8” spacing, MRB’s, 3.5” rubber packers, shanks, 8” spacing, 3/4” carbide tips and w/2001 5440 air tank, $115,000; 2003 11” shovels, 4-bar harrows (new last seaBourgault 5710, 54’, double shoot, 3” rub- son), single shoot air kit c/w 3165 air ber, $89,000; 1993 Flexi-Coil 5000/2320, tank, 21.5x16.5 tires. Good condition. Asksingle shoot, 3.5” steel, $59,000; 2000 ing $28,500 OBO. Phone 204-641-0294 or Bourgault 5710, 64’, new 5-1/2” pneumat- 204-378-5488, Arborg, MB. ic packers, double shoot, $109,000; 2001 Bourgault 5440, double shoot, $58,000; 35’ JOHN DEERE 610 air seeder with a Flexi-Coil 800/1610, 33’, $19,500; New 54’ 1610 tank, also has banding knives and Bourgault 8810 cult.; 2010 Bourgault 6000 shovels, tine harrows and small packers. 90’ mid-harrow w/3225 Valmar; 2010 306-395-2265, Chaplin, SK. 6000 90’ mid-harrow; 2006 Bourgault 5710, 54’, rubber packers, NH3 kit; 2006 2004 BOURGAULT 5350 cart, single fan, in 3310, 55’, 10” spacing, MRB’s; 2010 5710, cab variable rate control, two meters, tires 74’, 5.5” packers; 2010 Bourgault 5810, rear 800/65R32, front 540/65R24. Plum 62’, double shoot, 5.5” packers 2011 Coulee, MB. 204-829-3924, 204-325-0537. 3310/6550, 10” spacing, double shoot, 1996 31’ EZEE-ON 550 cultivator, new w/6550 air cart with Zynx; 84’ Bourgault tires, w/175 bu. tank. Double shoot 7200 heavy harrow. Call for pricing. RD Ag w/side band Atom-Jet knives (1 yr. old), Central, 306-542-3335 or 306-542-8180, mounted packers, $25,000. 306-389-4827 Kamsack, SK. or 306-441-2097, Maymont, SK.

“No” to strips Know your rates 2003 JD 53’ air drill w/3” Dutch openers, 4” rubber packers, 8 manifold, dual markers. Sold w/2003 JD 1910, 270 bu. TBH air cart, SeedStar control, 8” fill auger, immaculate. Offered for sale prior to Dee Zee Farms Ltd. retirement auction June 12, 2012. Contact Murray Rankin Auctions, 204-534-7401, Killarney, MB. or to view www.mrankinauctions.com 1998 57’ FLEXI-COIL 5000, 9” spacing, single shoot, steel packers, $18,900; 2320 Flexi-Coil tank, TBH, $18,900 or $35,000 for both OBO. 306-861-4592, Weyburn, SK

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WANTED: FLEXI-COIL 820, 25’-35’ or 50’-60’. Please call 403-586-0641, Olds, AB. CASE 8100, 31’, 9” spacing, Morris poly packers, $9500. 306-384-4336, Dundurn, SK. BOURGAULT 3225 AIR cart, vg condition, $14,000. OBO. Phone: 306-563-8482, 306-782-2586, Rama, SK. BOURGAULT 4300 air cart, triple shoot, good shape, $25,000 OBO. 306-843-2870 306-843-2032, Wilkie, SK. 33’ JD 1610 air seeder, 12” spacing, single shoot, shank mounted packers, $5500 OBO. 306-861-4592, Weyburn, SK. BOURGAULT 8810 air seeder, 3225 Bourgault air tank, 35’, 10” spacing, 1” shanks, 330 lb. trips, knock-on Bourgault knives, single shoot, granular distribution with 3rd tank extra on 3225, 4-bar HD harrows, quick attach w/poly packers, excellent, $32,000. 403-627-2764, 403-627-7363, Lloyd Sproule, Pincher Creek, AB.

WANTED: OLDER 24’ air seeder with tank and motor driven fan, reasonably priced. Call 306-862-2896, Nipawin, SK. 2003 SEED HAWK 4412 w/357 hopper, DS seed, dry fert. and NH3. Raven NH3 Accuflow, Scott’s winch, semi pneumatic packer tires, 3 sets of meters, field ready, $75,000 US. Call for photos. 701-220-6027 cell, 701-448-2807 res., Turtle Lake, ND. FOR SALE: 1991 Case IH 4800 airseeder, 30’, 7” spacing, 5 row, tandem walking axles, scrapers, 3 bar mounted harrows, c/w 1993 Bourgault 2115 special tank, square lids, no rust, always shedded, very nice. Unit seeds very well and is in exc. shape, $10,000. 204-564-2310, Russell MB BOURGAULT 8810 35’, 9.8” spacing, 3” carbide tips, poly packers and harrows, 3225 Bour gault air tank, very clean unit, $39,000. 306-642-5829, Scout Lake, SK. 40’ BOURGAULT 8800, w/harrows and granular kit, floating hitch, 3195 tank, nice condition; Also 40’ Flexi-Coil harrow packer bar. 306-654-7772, Saskatoon, SK.

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820 FLEXI-COIL DRILL 38’, 4 bar harrows, 9” spacing, Dutch carbide openers, Dutch 2003 RITE-WAY 7100, 40’ heavy harrow, shank mount packers, front mount Broad- narrow fold, fully hyd., like new, $18,000. cast kit, field ready, extra parts c/w unit, 306-463-2796, Choiceland, SK. $30,000 OBO. 306-231-9980, Plunkett, SK. DELEGMAN LANDROLLERS: 2008 LR8080, 8810 BOURGAULT, 30’, heavy trips, 10” 80’, $45,000; 2007 LR8079, 79’, $43,000. spacing, packers, harrows, 2155 tank, Both had all updates and in excellent cond. $20,000. 306-354-2533, Mazenod, SK. Call Lloyd Sproule 403-627-2764, WANTED: PACKER WHEELS for Bourgault 403-627-7363, Pincher Creek, AB. 8 8 0 0 , 3 6 ’ , 8 ” s p a c e , g o o d s h a p e . 50’ OF FLEXI-COIL HEAVY HARROWS, 306-528-4610, Lanigan, SK. 5/8 tines. 780-386-2220, 780-888-1278, WANTED: 40’ BOURGAULT 8810 AIR Lougheed, AB. SEEDER, with 195 or 225 tank, heavy BRAND NEW 50’ Rite-Way Maxi (Phoenix) trips, 8” spacings, with packers and har- harrow, rotary, autofold, $43,800 OBO. 306-259-4982, 306-946-7446, Young, SK. rows. Ituna, SK. 306-795-2814. FH 536-42 FLOATING hitch Bourgault 36’ 1995 RITE-WAY HARROWS 55’, 9/16” air seeder, c/w 3/4” like new carbide tip tines, $18,000. 306-230-6879, Vanscoy, knives, poly packers and harrows, w/2155 SK. Bourgault tank, exc. cond. 306-843-3132, WANTED: 30-32’ WING-UP LAND Wilkie, SK. ROLLER, any make. 306-452-6496, Wau1992 BOURGAULT 8800 32’, 8” spacing, chope, SK. harrows, 135 air cart, shedded, vg cond., 100’ HEAVY DIAMOND harrows, 5’ sec$14,500. 306-285-3712, Lashburn, SK. tions, Powermatic drawbar, field ready. FLEXI-COIL 800, 40’, 1720 tank, w/320 $5,000 OBO. 204-773-3044, Russell, MB. granular applicator, single or double 2006 DEGELMAN 7645 landroller, 45’, shoot, premium condition, $17,500. g o o d c o n d i t i o n , $ 2 7 , 0 0 0 . C a l l 306-259-4982, 306-946-7446, Young, SK. 306-759-2191 306-759-2733, Eyebrow, SK BOURGAULT 180 and 2195 air tanks, both 70’ BOURGAULT 5400 HARROWS, auto e x c e l l e n t c o n d i t i o n . 3 0 6 - 5 6 7 - 4 6 0 8 , fo l d , $ 5 0 0 0 O B O. 3 0 6 - 4 5 2 - 3 7 7 3 o r 306-567-5587, Davidson SK 306-452-8381, Redvers, SK.

BOURGAULT 4300 air cart, single shoot, 2 TM, rear hitch, anhydrous hose and coupler, $29,000. 306-328-4335, Elfros, SK. 35’ FLEXI-COIL 700, 12” spacing, single shoot, 3-bar harrows, no tank, $5500 OBO. 306-861-4592, Weyburn, SK. 2000 SEEK HAWK SD180 28’, 12” spacing HEAVY HARROW MORRIS 2010, 70’, w/mounted seed and fert. tanks, anhydone only 1000 acres, works very well, drous applicator, shedded, $50,000 OBO. 204-467-5638, Rosser, MB. 2011 DEGELMAN LR7651 land roller, 51’, $29,900. Info. 306-577-1204, Carlyle, SK. only used 750 acres, mint, $35,000. or 306-280-6193, Rabbit Th e Air se e d e r H op p e r 306-824-2108 Lake, SK.

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50’ RITE-WAY heavy harrow, $18,000; 73’ Rite-Way heavy harrow, $30,000. Phone: 306-398-8000, Cut Knife, SK.

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

1995 BOURGAULT 9200 42’, 500 lb. trip, air package, hitch, knock-ons, harrows, 80 NEW 4.8 6-ply pecker wheels off exc., $29,500. 204-635-2600, Stead, MB. Bourgault paralink drill (3310). Gull Lake, 30’ JD ROTARY hoe. Good working condiSK. Phone 306-671-7174. tion, lots of wear left on spoons. Steve JD 30’ 9350 disc drill w/factory hitch, JD Guenther, Osler, SK. 306-239-2017. grass seeder, shedded, excellent condition. DEGELMAN 3000 CULTIVATOR, 35.5’, c/w 306-865-6603, Hudson Bay, SK. harrows and spare parts, $6900 OBO. 204-773-3113, 204-773-0308, Russell, MB. 2- MORRIS L249 49’ Vibrashank cultivators, c/w 3-bar harrows, $2800 each. 53’ Friggstad DT cult., c/w harrows, $2000. Morris Magnum 45’ DT c/w harrows, $4500. 780-808-5605, Unity, SK.

27’ IHC #55 CULTIVATOR; 36’ Doepker r o d w e e d e r ; 4 8 ’ M o r r i s r o d w e e d e r. 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, SK. 2009 SOVEMA 92” heavy duty rotary tiller. Worked only 11 acres, excellent condition. 204-546-2570, Grandview, MB.

WISHEK HEAVY DISCS- 1,000 lbs. per foot. These are the heaviest discs on the market! Order now for spring delivery. Call Flaman Sales, Saskatoon, 306-934-2121 or 1-888-435-2626, or visit www.flaman.com WANTED: 60’ CULTIVATOR with 8” spacing and mounted harrows. Ph: 780-841-1883, LaCrete, AB. WA N T E D : BOURGAULT CULTIVATOR, w/floating hitch and mounted harrows from 28’- 32’. 306-233-7889, Cudworth, SK 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. 40’ EZEE-ON CULT., 8” spacing, knock-on shovels, rigid hitch, leveling wheels, $8000. 306-372-4509, Luseland, SK FARM KING HEAVY DUTY field discs are now available at Flaman Sales, from 14’ to 42’ widths. Book now for spring delivery! Visit your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626. 32’ EZEE-ON 4600 DISC, $49,900. Phone 306-421-0205, Estevan, SK. WIL-RICH 36’ VIBRASHANK with Morris harrows, $1800. 306-272-4620 after 6 PM, Foam Lake, SK.

WANTED: 56’ or (2-28’) CIH 6200 press drills, w/rubber press, factory transport; 50’ Bourgault Vibra-Master cult., 4 row, 8” spacing. 306-272-3958, Foam Lake, SK WANTED: REAR HITCH for Flexi-coil 2320 air tank. 306-493-2734, Delisle, SK. 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 1720 TBH, double shoot, meter box rebuilt 2009, $13,500. FlexiCoil 2320 TBT, fitted for existing TBH system, $17,500. Valmar Airflow 2400, good cond., $3000 OBO. 780-674-0721, Barrhead, AB. 50 ATOM JET paired row double shoot openers, very good condition, $50 each. 306-299-4943, Consul, SK.

1996 JD 787 TBH 230 bu. tank, 320 3rd tank, good shape, set up as 4-run, $18,500. 306-476-2715, Fife Lake, SK. IH 300 DISCER, 16’ c/w packers, exc cond., $1500; Melroe 282 hoe drills, 24’, recapped packers, $2000. Both units field ready. 306-662-3312, Maple Creek, SK. 2- MF 36 discers, 18’ Marlin hitch and P20 packers; 2- MF 360 discers, 15’ piggyback and packers; Gandy air spreader #5424, 48’ to 60’. 306-642-5740, Assiniboia, SK. 2001 BOURGAULT 5350 air tank, dual fan, triple shoot, $42,000. 306-647-2459 or 306-641-7759, Theodore, SK. 40’ JD 9450 hoe drills, Atom Jet carbide openers, rubber press wheels, 2 markers, 2 acre meters, JD hitch, mint cond., shedded, $22,000. 306-237-4481, Arelee, SK. JD 750 no till drill, exc. cond., grass, fertilizer, grain, markers, agitator or poly tech grain floor, $27,500 OBO. 403-843-6518, Rimbey, AB. BOURGAULT 2 PRIMARY stack w/6 or 8 1998 RITE-WAY 70’ harrow packer bar, run tops, $750/ea.; 12 Bourgault 12 run very good condition, low acres, $8500. quick access secondary tops, $100/ea. 306-641-7759, Theodore, SK. 306-963-2722, Imperial, SK. 25’ FLEXI-COIL 4 bar mounted harrows, good condition. First $1000 takes it. 403-227-6692, Innisfail, AB. FLEXI-COIL SYSTEM 75 wing-up coil packer bar 60’, 1-3/4” packers, spring pressure, A Concept so simple excellent, $15,000. Lloyd 403-627-2764, 403-627-7363, Pincher Creek, AB. you won’t believe it! AGRI-TECH LAND ROLLER, low acres, exA Tool so rugged and cellent condition, $24,000. 403-647-7391, Foremost, AB. reliable that you wonder why all FLEXI-COIL SYSTEM 95, 60’ harrow packmachines aren’t built this way! er, P20 packers, 5-bar adj. tine harrows, Shallow tillage $6000 OBO. 306-799-4451, Briercrest, SK.

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LEMKEN POWER HARROW 20’ hydraulic fold and tilt, levelling boards, packer rollers, excellent machine for breaking and reclamation work, $49,500. Can email pics. 403-710-4172, Calgary, AB. NEW AND USED Rollers, tow behind, wing up, 5-plex units, all sizes. 403-545-6340, 403-580-6889 cell, Bow Island, AB.

1990 CASE/IH HOE DRILLS 28’, no rocks, very nice shape, low acres, $5000. Duck Lake, SK, 306-467-4834, 306-212-7097. 1993 FLEXI-COIL 1610 air tank, 5-run with manifolds and loading/unloading auger, $7,000 OBO. 306-658-4240, Wilkie, SK.

1994 BOURGAULT 36’ 8800 air seeder, w/1994 2155 Bourgault air cart, quick attach poly packers and harrows, granular kit, knock-on openers, in-cab monitors, new tires on cart, $22,500 OBO. 306-799-4451, Briercrest, SK. 1996 BOURGAULT 8800 40’, 8” spacing, 3/4” carbide openers, poly packers, 4 row harrows, $12,500 OBO. 306-726-7716 cell, Southey, SK. MODEL 655 JD air seeder, 28’, $6500 OBO. 306-835-2806, Raymore, SK. 1993 BOURGAULT 8800 57’, 8” spacing, single shoot, 3/4” Bourgault knives, poly packers, 3225 TBH air cart, 3rd tank, dual fans, $35,000 OBO. Delivery available. 306-948-7843, Biggar, SK. MORRIS CONCEPT 2000, 36’ w/7180 3 comp. tank, good cond., $25,000. Vegreville, AB. 780-632-6372, 780-603-5307. 40’ BOURGAULT 8800, c/w Valmar and 225 tank mounted harrows, $18,500. 780-896-2152, Andrew, AB.

60 ATOM JET PAIRED ROW 4-1/2” DS openers, like new. Phone 306-768-2177, Carrot River, SK. JD 9350 16’ hoe drill, 2- 8’, steel packers, field ready. Also, 2- 10’ JD grass seed boxes. 780-745-2410, 780-205-2410, Paradise Valley, AB. 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; Flexi-Coil harrows, 40’, no arms, like new, $1000. Pro Ag Sales, 306-441-2030 anytime, North Battleford, SK. JOHN DEERE HOE DRILL model 9350, 30’ w/JD swing hitch transport, grass seed attachment and fitted tarp, good cond., $4900 OBO. 306-769-4132, Arborfield, SK. VISIT OUR 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. 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. WANTED: MELROE 202, 204, or IHC 6200 disc drills, 24’ to 28’. 306-225-4468, Osler, SK. 48’ K-HART INDEPENDENT packers off FH Bourgault air seeder. Ph 204-773-2927 leave message, Angusville, MB. 72 BOURGAULT single shoot seed boots for C-Shank w/3” spread, c/w carbide tips, exc., $3000. 306-873-2268, Tisdale, SK. 1989 MORRIS MH310 30’ hoe press drill, steel packers, Atom Jet openers, good cond., $5000. 204-435-2130, Miami, MB. 1996 JOHN DEERE 9400, 40’ seed drills, s h e d d e d s i n c e n ew, c / w t r a n s p o r t , $11,000. 306-634-4667, Estevan, SK. BOURGAULT 2115 SEEDER air tank, $4500. Phone 306-883-2877, 306-883-2669, 306-883-8028 cell, Spiritwood, SK. WANTED: LOMBARDINI 2 cylinder diesel motor for Concord air drill. 204-672-0061 or 204-733-2676, Ochre River, MB.

1998 NEW NOBLE 9000 Seed-O-Vator 37.3’, triple shoot, 1998 Seed-O-Vator 250 TBH tank, ground driven rod w/7” spacing, on-row packing, $10,000. 306-476-2715, Fife Lake, SK. 1996 BOURGAULT 8800 36’, granular kit, 3/4” knives, poly packers and harrows, 2130 tank, good shape. 306-228-3147, 306-228-8982 cell, Unity, SK. EZEE-ON 160 GROUND DRIVE air seeder, split tank, coupled w/35’ 204 CCIL cult., hyd. rod. May sell separate, $7500. 306-394-4826, Coderre, SK.

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2008 BOURGAULT 5710, 64’ air drill, updated to 5810, c/w 6550 tank, done very l i t t l e , c a n d e l i v e r. B e s t o f f e r. 204-352-4037, Glenella, MB. 1997 40’ BOURGAULT 8800 air seeder, 8” spacing, narrow wedge knock-on shovels, 4-bar quick detach harrows, c/w 3225 cart w/3rd tank. Units field ready, many new parts, good tires. $24,000 OBO. Ron at 306-398-4089 or cell: 306-398-7763, Cut Knife, SK. BOURGAULT 4350 air tank, approx. 1997, 277 monitor, 10” load auger, high output fan, rear hitch, turf tires, very good, $29,000. Lloyd Sproule, 403-627-2764, 403-627-7363, Pincher Creek, AB.

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CARBIDE SPREAD TIPS, like new: Gen 59, 3”, 65 for $1400; McKay SWT-02FC, 2”, 49 for $1000. 306-867-8896, 306-867-3424, Outlook, SK. WANTED: JD 750 no-till drill in good working condition. 204-548-2315, Gilbert Plains, MB. ronjaniceapostle@hotmail.com 1986 VERSATILE 2200 DRILLS, 42’ 8” spacing, fertilizer solid shank with Gen pin on point, factory transport, $5,000 306-476-2715, Fife Lake, SK. 70 DUTCH INDUSTRIES Precision Series paired row openers, single side band, 3/4” tip, NH3 tubes, 5000 acres, paid $177 per unit, asking $115. 70 Dutch low draft series boots with dry fert. tubes, no tips, offers; 70 AtomJet 1” knife openers, single shoot, C-shank, offer; 30 Morris MRB’s, NH3 tube, 5000 acres, $10,000 OBO. Call for website. 403-757-2245.

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1994 CASE/IH 7210, 4729 hrs., duals, 1997 CAT 85D, 4 hyd. spools and return, dual PTO, never had a loader, exc. cond., 30” track, powershift trans., 60% tracks, $39,500. 204-722-2107, McAuley, MB. 4597 hrs., $75,000. 780-656-6344, 780-383-2255, Warspite, AB. CASE 1070, 5000 hrs., good shape, new rubber, blade, $9500; Case 730 dsl., good cond., $2500. 306-252-2227, Kenaston, SK

BOURGAULT 115 AIR TANK, hyd. fan and fill auger, good condition, $2500. 780-385-0153, Killam, AB.

WINTER CASH DISCOUNTS start now on Summers discs, wing-up rollers, 5-plex rollers, chisel plows, heavy harrows, vertical tillage implements, packer bars, rock pickers. 403-545-6340, 403-580-6889 cell, Bow Island, AB. www.summersmfg.com MORRIS CP531 35’ chisel plow w/harrows, $3500; Bourgault 8810 36’ chisel plow w/harrows, mint, $14,000. 306-928-2053, Carievale, SK. WANTED: 40-50’ cultivator, heavy trips, mounted harrows, 1995 or newer. Ph. Jim at 306-862-8518, Choiceland, SK.

HOUCK SWING HITCH, puts 2 two 15’ JD 750, 752 or 1590 drills together, $4500. Rolf Hirch 403-362-0082, Rolling Hills, AB.

150 16” MCKAY DART cultivator sweeps, 43°, $10/ea.; Also JD 14.4V grease gun, new in August 2011, $225. 306-644-4703, Loreburn, SK.

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

1993 CIH 8100 (Morris 6180) air tank, 48 FENDT 820 VARIO w/loader, 960 ALO run, c/w field hitch, hyd. hoses and moni- and snow wing, HLA blade, 2100 hrs., sustor, $4,000. 306-252-2707, Kenaston, SK. pended front axle and cab, $165,000 OBO. 780-405-8638, Fort Saskatchewan, AB. 2-15’ MF 360 discers; 37’ Morris cultivator with harrows; 9’ JD one-way disc blade. 306-861-2263 cell., Weyburn, SK. 1985 ALLIS CHALMERS 4W305; 1976 AC 175 diesel; 1966 AC D21 series II, excellent. 204-867-5568, Minnedosa, MB. 1987 DEUTZ 7085, FWA, open station, 85 HP, 3 PTH, 5900 hrs., Allied 794 FEL, $18,000. Ph. 204-525-4521, Minitonas MB. 1997 AGCOSTAR 8360, N14 Cummins, 360 Visit: www.waltersequipment.com HP, 18 spd., 20.8x42 duals, 4 remotes, shedded, 3760 hrs., great, $70,000 OBO. 306-948-2896, Bigger, SK. 2-155 WHITE, 4335 hrs., good condition. 306-862-8233, Codette, SK.

23’ HUTCHMASTER DISC; Bourgault 4250 air tank; 52’ - 8” poly packers for Bourgault cult. 204-546-3154, Grandview, MB.

7130 MAGNUM, 2 WD, 8100 hrs, 500 on rebuilt eng., 20.8R38 90%, good shape, $29,500. 2 2 9 4 C a s e / I H , 8100 hrs, 20.8R38 w/duals, new air seed, good shape, $18,000. 306-371-7382, 306-3294780, Asquith, SK. WANTED: IHC 2+2 TRACTOR. Must be in good working order. Require working hyds and 1000 PTO. 306-563-5941, Canora, SK.

NORAC UC3 hyd. depth control triple sensors, $900. Lloyd Sproule 403-627-2764, 403-627-7363, Pincher Creek, AB.

www.MoleHillsBeGone.info S P ECIAL CLEARAN CE AIR DR ILLS & AIR S EEDER CAR TS : List N ow 28 ’- M o d el 7550 Air Drill w ith M o d el 3215 T BH Air S eed er Ca rt: $131,574.00 $8 1,500.00 10” S p a cin g, 3.5” S teel Pa ckers , S in gle S ho o t, w ith 215 b u Air Ca rt, M echa n ica l Ra te Co n tro l 33’ - M o d el 7550 Air Drill w ith M o d el 3315 Air S eed er Ca rt: $148,162.00 $9 4,500.00 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, M echa n ica l 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 M o d el 3315 Air S eed er Ca rt; 315 Bu ; 6-Ru n M echa n ica l Ra te Co n tro l $74,117.00 $53,500.00 S in gle/Do u b le S ho o t; 8” Au ger; (Va ria b le ra te o p tio n a l); 1-To w Behin d , 1-To w Betw een Ava ila b le

1998 CIH 9390, 5200 hrs, 20.8R-42 Firestone triples- 65%, 72 cast wts, 12 spd, Outback S2 AutoSteer, 4 SCV’s w/1 split to make 5, new batteries in 2011, $100,000 OBO. 306-463-9041, Kindersley, SK CASE/IH STEIGER built, 4 WD/Quads; Plus other makes and models. Call the Tractor Man! Trades welcome. We deliver. Gord 403-308-1135, Lethbridge AB CASE 2594, low hrs., like new Michelins, very clean. 403-394-4401, Lethbridge, AB. WRECKING FOR PARTS: 2394 Case, c/w overhauled eng, 20.8x38 Firestone radials like new, duals. 16.5x16.1 8 ply Firestone front tires. 1-877-564-8734, Roblin, MB. CASE 4694, 4WD, 7945 hrs., 20.8x34 duals very good, powershift, PTO, $21,000. 306-843-3317, Wilkie, SK.

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2010 535PRO Quad, 635 hrs., site glasses, synthetic oils, surveyors cab, chromed add-ons, tow cable, Pro 600 monitor, full GPS, suspended cab, $305,000. 780-405-8638, Fort Saskatchewan, AB. STX 500 QUADTRAC, 2004, 2780 hrs., 30” tracks, good cond, has passed certified inspection, asking $199,000. 306-463-3024 or 306-460-7358, Kindersley, SK. 1984 4494 Case, 6194 hrs., $17,500 OBO. In excellent running condition and shedded. 403-888-5445, Strathmore, AB.

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. RETIRING: 2009 CIH 535HD, 688 hrs., 1979 JOHN DEERE 8640, 7145 hrs., good PS, 5 hyd., diff. lock, 2 aux. hyd., weights, rubber, factory duals, PTO, 8650 engine. deluxe cab, Trimble 252, AutoSteer, PRO 306-277-4834, Gronlid, SK. 600, HID lights, 800/70R38 duals, warran2010 JD 9530, 4 WD, 682 hrs., 800/70 ty, $265,000. 780-998-9013, Fort Sask, AB R38’s w/duals, premier lighting pkg., ac2005 IHC STX 450 Quadtrac, 5421 hrs., tive seat, weight pkg., power diff. locks, big hyd. pump, new lathe springs, air $239,500 USD. Fairfax, MN. 320-848-2496 seeder return line, 30” tracks approx. 80%, 320-894-6560, www.ms-diversify.com $160,000; 2003 STX 375, 6100 hrs., new 30.5Lx32 tires, no duals, 4 hyd., big pump JD 8960, 24.5x32 tires, 375 HP, excellent and air seeder return line, $85,000; 2000 cond., $73,000 OBO. Phone 403-823-1894, IHC 9370, 8 new 710xR70 Firestone radi- Drumheller, AB. als, 7150 hrs., big pump, 4 hyds. with air 1985 4250 MFWD, quad, rubber- 90%, exc. seeder return line, $65,000, 204-871-0925 shape. Loader available. 306-744-8113, MacGregor, MB. Saltcoats, SK. 1985 CASE IH 3594, MFD, duals, 1000 8450 JD, 5880 orig. hrs, always shedded, PTO, triple hyd., 185 HP. 204-859-0075, 20.8x38 Firestone radials, $32,000. Rossburn, MB. 306-645-2118, Rocanville, SK. 2008 CASE/IH MX 215, 1100 hrs., 3 2000 9400, 710x42 duals- 80%, 12 spd. PTO’s, 4 hyd’s., 3 PTH, rear duals, full Out- powershift, 6850 hrs., GPS, $95,000. back S3 AutoSteer, $129,500. Phone 306-647-2459, 306-641-7759 Theodore SK 780-376-3577, Daysland, AB. 1981 JD 8440, 8300 hrs, PTO, diff lock, 1982 CASE 4490, 6100 hrs., 6 hyd. ends, 18.4-38 tires, clean, straight, $24,000 1000 PTO, 14’ Degelman blade, good cond. OBO. Jeff 306-768-2659 or 306-768-7740, $20,000. 306-785-4716, Cadillac, SK Carrot River, SK. FOR SALE OR LEASE: 2012 Case 600 2004 JD 9620, powershift, 4 hyd., 2 return Quadtrac, loaded, all options. Mill- lines, 800-70/38, 3132 hours, recent house Farms Inc. Sales and Leasing Greenlight, active seat, HID lights, auto temp, training seat, $185,000 OBO. 306-398-4079, Cut Knife, SK. 306-873-4261, Tisdale, SK. 9270 CASE/IH, 6060 hrs., 20.8x42 radials, 90% tread, 12 spd. standard, asking 1988 JD 8850, quad range, Outback S2 $55,000. 306-831-6196, 306-831-6186 or AutoSteer, Greenstar for JD drill, rad and water pump has been replaced, 4 hyds., 306-379-4418, D’Arcy, SK. good tires, $35,000 OBO. 306-861-4592, 1976 IHC 1566 diesel, 160 HP, good Weyburn, SK. cond., 7150 hrs, duals w/very good inside tires, saddle tanks, $7500. 306-744-7663, 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 . , Saltcoats, SK. 800-70R38 duals, 7600 lb. weights, 5140 CASE, 6800 hrs., c/w 690 Leon load- $235,000. 306-421-0205, Estevan, SK. er and grapple, very good condition, B E N P E T E R S J D T R A C TO R S LT D. $20,000 OBO. 306-336-2508, Lipton, SK. 204-828-3628 (shop), 204-750-2459 1996 CASE/IH 9350, 5127 hrs., power- (cell). FOR SALE: 7810 MFWD, PQ, LHR, 3 shift, PTO, 4 hyds., 20.8x38 duals, new 14’ PTH, new tires; 7710 MFWD, PQ, LHR, 3 6-way Degelman blade, $105,000 OBO. PTH, new tires; 7210 MFWD, PQ, LHR, 3 306-365-3001, Lanigan, SK. PTH, w/740 FEL, grapple; 4650 MFWD, 3 YELLOW CASE 1070 w/Case 70 FEL, new PTH, 15 spd; 4455 MFWD, 3 PTH, 15 spd., back rubber, $5500; 2090 Case, runs good, w/wo FEL; 4450 MFWD, 3 PTH, 15 spd.; 6 4 0 0 h r s . , t i r e s f a i r, $ 6 5 0 0 O B O . Two 4250 MFWD, 3PTH, w/260 FEL; 4440 quad, 3 PTH, fact duals; 2555 CAH, 3 PTH, 306-395-2668, 306-681-7610, Chaplin, SK. 4600 hrs, w/146 FEL; 3140, 3 PTH, new 1997 9370 4200 hrs.,12 spd. std., 20.8R42 paint, tires, high/low shift, mint; 1830 3 duals. Always shedded. Exc. condition. PTH; Front weights for 30, 40, 50 series. We also have loaders, buckets and grap$79,000. 403-886-4717, Penhold, AB. ples to fit JD tractors. 1983 6588 IH 2+2, 4 WD, Western cab, 1000 PTO, 20.8x38 tires, $14,000. A.E. RARE: 1970 4020, 4500 original hrs., Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, powershift, 3 PTH, very straight and original, exc. shape, c/w near new 148 loader, Storthoaks, SK. grapple, joystick. Greenlighted. Sat in shed 2011 STX 350, powershift, PTO, 4 hyds, most of life. 306-744-8113, Saltcoats, SK. 55 GPM hyd. pump, deluxe cab, diff lock, duals, 1500 hours, warranty until 2000 hrs 1983 JD 4650 w/12’ Degelman blade, o r O c t o b e r 2 0 1 3 , $ 1 9 2 , 5 0 0 . 6968 original hrs., 3 SCV’s, 20.8x38 duals 60%, large 1000 PTO w/adapter, very 204-851-0582, Virden, MB. good shape. 306-291-3039, Saskatoon, SK. INT. 2656 Industrial, 60 HP, cab, roll bar, wheel weights, good rubber, paint, good 2003 JD 7810, MFWD, 4500 hrs., power quad w/LH reverser, JD 840 loader, grapcond., $5500. 306-889-4246, Tisdale, SK. ple fork and joystick, excellent condition. 1993 CASE/IH 7120, under 3500 hrs., Financing available. 780-674-5516 or 18.4x32 duals, vg, $36,500. 306-332-6776, 780-305-7152, Barrhead, AB. Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. JD 1830 TRACTOR, 146 loader, 15.5x38 2007 CASE STX 530 HP, 1190 hrs., 16 rear tires, 3 PTH, low hours, $10,000. spd. powershift, 5 hyd. outlets, high cap. 403-362-0082 (days) or 403-964-3505 pump, Pro600, factory AutoSteer and (eves), Rolling Hills, AB. weight package, 800x38 Michelin duals. WANTED: REPAIRABLE RADIATOR for JD Retiring. 403-638-0660, Madden, AB. 8650. 306-493-2734, Delisle, SK. Email: eslingerfarms@davincibb.net 4010 w/FEL and spear, 2 new batterCASE 2290, 3941 hrs., 1 owner, power JD good tires, always shedded, $8,500 shift, duals, 2 remotes, shedded, good ies, OBO. 306-279-2148, Yellow Creek, SK. cond. Call 306-463-7390, Dodsland, SK. WANTED FOR JD 644G loader: RH side FARM-ALL A, C and H, restored, shedded. engine cover door. Call 780-939-4100 or Phone 306-233-7305, Cudworth, SK. email: lorry@spikerequipment.com 2009 STEIGER 435, 16 spd. powershift, 7/10 metric duals, high cap. hyd. pump, deluxe cab, 1400 hrs., like new cond., $185,000. 306-327-7527, Rose Valley, SK.

1990 CASE/IH 9250, 300 HP, 5508 hrs., CAHR, 12 spd. powershift, 4 remotes with extra hydraulic return line, 20.8R38 duals, Degelman 14’ 4-way dozer blade. Very nice! $59,500. Call Jordan anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB 2010 485 STX, PTO, loaded, GPS, low hours. 306-642-3487, Assiniboia, SK. 1998 MX135 MFWD, 5500 hrs, tires are good, 3 PTH, 3 hyd. outlets, Ezee-On 2105 loader/grapple w/joystick, $50,000 OBO. 780 336-6378, Irma, AB. 1988 IH 7110, 9300 hrs, duals; 1983 IH 5088, 9100 hrs, duals. 306-648-7242, Gra- STEIGER ST250 COUGAR, 3306 engine, 4 velbourg, SK. hyds., 14’ dozer blade, w/14’ wing blade. 1989 9150 CASE/IH 4 WD, 5500 hrs., 306-538-4487, Kennedy, SK. original owner, 280 HP, 12 speed powershift, shedded, 4 hyd. $40,000. 780-385-1546, Killam, AB. 1992 CASE/IH MAGNUM 7110 w/1284 org. hrs. Shedded, duals, premium condition. Call 306-283-4747 or 306-291-9395, 306-220-0429, Langham, SK. 1985 RED CASE 4494, powershift, duals, PTO, rebuilt fuel pump, vg cond., 8033 hrs, $19,500. 306-744-7663, Saltcoats, SK.

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CH75 CAT CHALLENGER, 325 HP, 50 hours on new Campolast tracks, $24,000 overhaul in 2011, field ready, 8650 hrs., $59,900. Motivated Seller. 780-258-0095, Smoky Lake, AB.

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JD 8970, 1996, one owner, 24 spd., PTO, Goodyear radial duals, upgraded to 20.8x42 triples 350 hrs. ago, excellent. 306-937-2857, Battleford, SK. 1997 JD 9300 tractor, triples, PTO, exc. shape, $89,000. 306-587-7113, Lancer, SK.

2011 JD 4720, MFWD, CAH, 3 PTH, PTO, 263 hrs., 58 HP, excellent condition, very clean, like new, $33,500. 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.cypresstrucksandequipment.com 4430 JD w/148 loader, grapple, and joystick, 10,500 hrs, $20,000. Phone 306-634-4454, Estevan, SK. 4020 JD TRACTOR w/quick detached FEL, powershift, diesel, tires excellent, fibro cab, motor recently done. 306-383-2907, 306-383-7789, Quill Lake, SK. JD 4640, 7616 hrs., new front tires, rear tires at 40%, always shedded, in good running condition, $23,000 OBO. 306-835-2806, Raymore, SK. 2004 9220 JD, 4 WD tractor, std. trans., 20.8x42 tires, GPS, w/AutoSteer, 3600 hrs., $136,000. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. 1992 JD 4760, 4915 hrs., 15 spd. powershift, FWA, 3 hyds., PTO with return line, $59,000. 306-228-2834 or 306-228-3036, Unity, SK. 2002 JD 6420, 5200 hrs., with loader and joystick, LHR, power quad trans., $48,000. 250-782-0930, Dawson Creek, BC.

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. 1983 JD 8450, $27,000 OBO. For details 1-800-667-4515, www.combineworld.com call 306-865-2075, Hudson Bay, SK. 1990 4455 MFWD, powershift, 3 PTH, rubber 90%, 4200 hrs, immaculate. 1993 8570 JD, 12 spd. trans., 4200 hrs., 306-744-8113, Saltcoats, SK. 18.3x38 tires, $60,000 OBO. 306-873-2347 Tisdale, SK. wnk2@sasktel.net 1995 JD 8970, 6700 hrs, triple 20.8x42 tires (inside 8 are new), approx. 100 hrs. since new: Fuel pump, fan clutch and oil cooler, $80,000. Phone Rick Wildfong 306-734-2345 or 306-734-7721, Craik, SK. 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. 1989 JD 8760, 300 HP, 8 new 520/70R42 Goodyear tires w/600 hrs., 24 spd., return 1989 JD 8760, 7000 hrs., 20.8x38 factory line, shedded, very strong, $57,000 OBO. duals 40%, $50,000. 306-269-7774, cell 306-338-2055 daytime, Foam Lake, SK. 306-873-5893, Tisdale, SK. JOHN DEERE 8430 w/12’ Degelman STEVE’S TRACTOR REBUILDER looking 1979 PTO, 6000 hrs, $22,000 OBO. Phone for JD tractors to rebuild, Series 20s, 30s, dozer, 403-834-3755, Irvine, AB. 40s or 50s, or for parts. Will pay top dollar. Now selling JD parts. 204-466-2927, 2001 JD 7610, MFWD, power quad, LHR, 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. w/JD 740 loader, grapple fork and joyshedded, 6300 hrs. 306-248-3920, 1989 JD 4555, 9450 hrs., powershift, stick, shedded, nice shape, $24,500; JD 4010, 780-872-3797, St. Walburg, SK. excellent condition, shedded, $5800. J D 4 4 4 0 , G R E E N L I G H T E D, l i ke n ew 306-467-4522, Laird, SK. 20.8x38 JD duals, $24,500. Call JD 7710 MFWD; JD 7810 MFWD; JD 403-504-9607, Medicine Hat, AB. 8110 MFD, all low hours, can be equipped JD 7410 MFWD w/740 loader/grapple, 3 with loaders; J D 6 4 2 0 with loader. PTH, LH shuttle, 20.8x38 rear tires, 7300 204-522-6333, Melita, MB. hrs, $49,900. 403-854-0230, Hanna, AB. JD 7810 MFD, 5000 hours, IVT trans., 1996 JD 6310, cab, 2 WD, 80 HP, quad, 741 loader, excellent condition. Phone left-hand reverser, air, air seat, 540/1000 780-990-8412, Cherhill, AB. PTO, 3 PTH, only 2032 hrs., asking 2008 JD 6430 PREMIUM, 673 loader, $35,000. 403-946-4529, Crossfield, AB. $82,000 OBO; 1995 JD 8570, 20.8 tires, 24 JOHN DEERE 7520 FOR Sale, 3 hyds, PTO, spd., $67,000 OBO. Both low hours and good working order, $6900. Phone: good cond. 780-910-4996, Hendon, SK. 204-655-3458, Sifton, MB. 1998 JD 9400, full AutoSteer, 20.8 triples, 1991 JOHN DEERE 8560 4 WD. 4600 hrs., 5100 hrs., new Degelman 18’ 6way blade, 18.4x38 tires, return line, $50,000 OBO. $140,000 OBO 306-882-3787 Rosetown SK 403-302-1757, Tees, AB.

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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. 1980 JD 4440, 6500 hrs., 3 PTH, $25,000. 306-231-3993, Humboldt, SK. Visit www.versluistrading.com 1996 8570 4WD, 24 spd., diff. locks, 20.8x38 radial tires 90%, 7200 hrs., all workorders can be provided, tractor extra clean, $57,000. Phone 306-786-2888 or 306-621-7087, Yorkton, SK.

2000 8970 FORD New Holland, FWA, 5987 hrs., $54,000 OBO; 1996 8560 Ford New Holland, FWA, 6732 hrs., loader c/w grapple bucket, 3 PTH, bale fork $35,000 OBO; Both in excellent running condition and shedded. 403-888-5445, Strathmore, AB. FOR SALE: 1998 9682 NH tractor, 360 HP, approx. 2300 hrs., performance monitor, 17:10x42 Goodyear duals, asking $95,000. 204-855-2167, Griswold, MB. 2010 NH T7040, 180 HP, FWA, 860TL quick detach bucket FEL w/grapple, 504 hrs, 3 PTH, 4 remotes, fully loaded. 403-644-2386, Standard, AB.

FOR SALE: 2008 Fendt 716, 1400 hrs., $95,000; 2004 Fendt 712, Quicke loader, 2700 hrs., $85,000; 2006 JCB 409zx tool carrier, 1500 hrs., $59,000. Barrhead, AB. Call Ben at 780-305-9536. MF MODEL 235 w/high lift FEL, dual cyl. c/w bale fork- easy to mount, $1500 OBO. 306-238-4509, Goodsoil, SK. 790 LEON FEL with 7â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket and bale FORD 8670, 9000 hrs., 8 new tires, pow- spear. 306-395-2377, Chaplin, SK. ershift, 3 PTH, 4 hyd. outlets, transmission 1998 KOMATSU WA-250, Cummins 5.9, rebuilt, $46,500. www.versluistrading.com 3rd valve, grapple fork, Ag tires, $40,000 306-231-3993, Humboldt, SK. OBO. 403-588-1146, Blackfalds, AB. 2N FORD, 3 spd. trans w/Hi-low reduction, 158 JD LOADER, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket w/grapple, 3 good rubber c/w 2 bottom 3 PTH plow, function joystick control, JD mounting $3500 OBO. 306-642-5771, Verwood, SK. brackets. 306-795-2800, Ituna, SK. 1994 FORD 9030, cab, PTO, 3PTH, 4300 hrs., exc. chape, always shedded, $39,000. 780-365-2137, Andrew, AB. 1997 FORD 8770, 18 spd. powershift, Super steer, 4 hyds., 3 PTH, PTO, 14.9x46 duals, FWA, nice clean tractor, 5800 hrs., $55,000. 204-871-0925, MacGregor, MB.

2006 JD 7520, MFWD, 741 loader and grapple, 3PTH, IVT trans., 4600 hrs., tires 60%, excellent, $82,500. Call Rob 403-933-5448, 403-608-1116, Calgary, AB. JD 4240, powershift, 6500 hrs., new pump, injectors, battery cables and front tires. Very well maintained. 306-296-4525 or 306-296-4769, Frontier, 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. JD 8970 4 WD, 8650, 4450, 2130. All with loaders and 3 PTH. Will take JD tractors in trade that need work. 204-466-2927, 204-871-5170, Austin, MB. 2002 JD 9520T, 3700 hrs., 30â&#x20AC;? tracks, integrated AutoSteer, 4 remotes, 20 weights, fresh Greenlight Jan., 2012, exc. shape. 855 VERSATILE, 20.8x38 tires, 2000 hrs $155,000. 204-761-8702, Rivers, MB. on eng. rebuild and planetaries, $22,000 JOHN DEERE 8450, PTO, 8300 hrs, OBO. 403-823-1894, Drumheller, AB. 18.4x38 tires, excellent condition. 1982 VERSATILE 895, 7000 hrs., second 306-335-2756, Lemberg, SK. owner, heavy differentials, excellent 1995 JD 6400, MFWD, 3PTH, self-levelling shape, very well serviced and maintained, l o a d e r, g r a p p l e f o r k , 3 5 0 0 h r s . tires 50%, no cracks, $25,000 OBO. Chris 306-272-4382, Foam Lake, SK. 306-628-7840, Eatonia, SK. FOR SALE BY OWNER: 2009 JD 9530 1986 VERSATILE 856, 7000 hrs., new 4WD, 675 hrs, 800/70R38, full weights, Trelleborg 650/60-38 tires, new powerGreenstar ready, extended warranty shift, PTO, 3 PTH, $28,000 OBO. Can be available, $250,000. Bob 780-778-0796, picked up at Raymore, SK. 204-352-4037, Mayerthorpe, AB. 204-476-0905 cell, Glenella, MB. 1976 JD 4430, 600 hrs. on factory D 2009 400 HP Versatile, 710x38 rubber, eng., complete rear end and brakes 150 rear wgts, deluxe cab, perf. monitor, less hrs., no AC, quad shift, 3 PTH, 3 hyd., new than 250 hrs. 306-776-2295, Rouleau, SK. tires, $22,000. 306-535-2946, Balgonie, SK RETIRING: 2009 VERSATILE 535, 800 1992 4960, MFWD, 6920 hrs, 3 hyds., metrics, Outback AutoSteer, front and rear 20.8x42 radial duals, 280 loader and grap- weights, 751 hrs., mint cond., $215,000 ple, $59,500. 306-264-3834, Kincaid, SK. OBO. 306-441-9798, North Battleford, SK. 1997 JD 5500, FWD, w/JD 540 loader, 70 1984 VERSATILE 895, 6300 hrs., new HP, CAH, 3 PTH, 1400 hours, like new, tires. Call Arch Equipment 306-867-7252, shedded. 306-435-4196, Moosomin, SK. Outlook, SK. JD 2955, 95 HP, excellent condition, re- WANTED: 400 HP or larger 4 WD tractor. cent engine and transmission repair, Ph. 306-642-3487, Assiniboia, SK. $18,000. 604-826-6482, Abbotsford, BC. VERSATILE 150 BI-DIRECTIONAL c/w ESTATE SALE: 1996 JD 8870, 3070 orig. grapple fork, spear, and bucket. Meacham, hrs, 4 hyds., 20.8x42 tires 80%, shedded, SK, 306-376-2132, 306-221-8500. exc. cond., $90,000. 204-766-2643. 1983 VERSATILE 835 Series 3, 6611 hrs., 1997 JD 9400, 24 spd. trans, diff. lock, $23,000. 306-384-4336, Dundurn, SK. 710-38 Firestone duals 80%, front/rear wheel weights, air seeder case drain, 5 2006 VERSATILE 2335, 878 hrs, 20.8hyds., upgraded hitch for TBT air cart, JD R42 tires, 4 hyds., std. trans., Outback S3 universal AutoSteer with 2600 display on g u i d a n c e a n d Au t o S t e e r, $ 1 3 5 , 0 0 0 . SF1, recent Greenlight, 5570 hours, 306-230-6879, Vanscoy, SK. $120,000. 306-476-7653, Fife Lake, SK. 2004 2375 BUHLER/ Versatile 4 WD, 375 JD 1994 7700, MFWD, power quad, triple HP, powershift, 20.8x42 tires, w/wo 4000 hyd, FEL, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bucket, very clean. Barrhead, Leon 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; blade. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment, 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK. AB, 780-674-5516 or 780-305-7152. CLEAN 2006 7320 w/741 loader, 2250 1988 VERSATILE 936, 23.5x32 tires, 6060 hrs., 24 spd., LH reverser, 40 kpm, 20.8x38 hrs, bumped to 350 HP, Outback GPS, ready air seeder return line, $37,000. tires, $87,500. 403-356-0200 Red Deer AB. 306-342-4251, Glenbush, SK. 1997 JD 9300, 5542 hrs., 710/70R38 tires, 24 speed, AutoSteer, weights, 1980 VERSATILE 935, 7100 hrs., second owner, triples, 8 new tires, AutoSteer, $98,000. 306-421-0205, Estevan, SK. Atom Jet, recent engine. Excellent, well maintained and strong tractor. Fuel efficient. Lots of extras, $37,000 OBO. Chris KUBOTA M125X, MFWA, 3 PTH, LHR, 306-628-7840, Eatonia, SK. loader, 1400 hrs, new front tires, clean, 256 BI-DIRECTIONAL, c/w FEL, cab end, $53,500. 306-538-2153, Whitewood, SK. 3PTH and PTO, 6300 hrs., $18,000. KUBOTA M120, FWA, 628 hrs., M960 SL 780-365-2137, Andrew, AB. loader, twin PTO, 3 PTH, Firestone tires LAST ONE! 2012 Versatile 535, powershift, w/chloride, rear wheel weights, $44,000. 800 duals, last of the pre-emission enPhone 306-295-4062, Frontier, SK. gines. We need good trades. Cam-Don Motors Ltd. 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK. 2003 BUHLER 2425, 425 HP, 12 spd., 2003 MASSEY 8270, FWA, 18 spd power- weights, 4 hyd., 710R38 duals, 2350 hrs., shift, 200 HP, 3760 hrs., 20.8xR46 tires. AutoSteer, high cap hyds., $135,000. 306-463-2796, Kindersley, SK. 306-397-2653, Edam, SK. WANTED: CYLINDER HEAD for Massey 65 2009 VERSATILE 435, 914 hrs., 55 gpm, gas tractor 4 cyl. Continental engine. 710 metric, 4 remotes, standard trans., S3 AutoSteer, mint condition, $175,000. 306-773-9411, Swift Current, SK. 306-746-4626, Raymore, SK. MF 6150, FWA, Leon loader, grapple, 3 VERSATILE 800, 4 WD w/Leon plow, very PTH, 3760 hrs., $29,900. 306-759-2785, well maintained, very good tires, and EsBrownlee, SK. par heater. Would be good puller, asking 2007 MF 7475, FWA, 3 PTO, 145 HP Per- $16,000 OBO. 306-672-6493, Gull Lake, SK kins eng., CAHR w/suspension and CD. Loader w/grapple and joystick, 3 PTH, 3 range CVT trans (27 MPH), LH rev., buddy seat, fenders, dual doors, 85% Michelin MOTIVATED SELLER: ZETOR 7745, rubber, under 4000 hrs., $75,000. Kelving- FWA, 65 PTO HP open station, 3 PTH, ton, SK. 306-327-5772 306-327-8025 Ezee-On loader, grapple, $16,000 overhaul 1997 MASSEY 8160, FWA, Dyna shift, in 2011, repaired nearly to new cond., 3000 hrs., 80% rubber, $48,000 OBO. $19,900. 780-258-0095, Smoky Lake, AB 306-628-4154, Leader, SK.

2000 NH TV140, FEL, 3 PTH, hyds., drawbar, 540/1000 PTO all both ends, HO hyd. pump, tires 70%, 3200 hrs, shedded, vg, $67,500 OBO. 306-488-2085, Dilke, SK. 2007 NH TJ530HD, 16 spd. powershift, PTO, 4 remotes, high cap. hyd., diff. lock, 800/70R38 tires, Cummins QSX15. Stored inside from new. Outback AutoSteer plumbed, field ready, 1971 hrs., $196,500. 403-936-5797, Calgary, AB. 2002 NH TV140, 2376 hrs., 16.9x38 Blais tires, 7614 quick attach. FEL, 96â&#x20AC;? bucket, tines and grapple, cab end 3 PTH, triple and aux. hyds., engine end dual hyd. and grill guard, 540/1000 PTO both ends. S/N RVS019205, excellent condition, $79,800. 306-834-5590, Major, SK. 2009 TV6070, bi-directional, 3PTH, grapple, manure tines, 800 hrs., like new. Dave 403-556-3992, Olds, AB. 1994 FORD NH 9480, 4380 hrs, 20.8/42 new Jan. 2009, hyflow hyd., 350 HP, shedded, 12 spd. trans, no PTO, $68,000. 403-901-5018, Gleichen, AB.

2010 JCB 8250 tractor with 2000 hrs., 260 HP, fully loaded, Trelleberg tires, vg condition, asking $155,000. Call Merlin Scott 204-835-2087, McCreary, MB.

2000 VALTRA 8950 High Tech, w/980 Quickie loader, 3500 hrs, FWA, twin trac, one owner. 306-842-4072, Weyburn, SK. 2006 MCCORMICK 185, 4400 hrs. new Quickie loader, front 3 PTH, front PTO, $69,500. 204-522-6333, Melita, MB. GRATTON COULEE AGRI PARTS LTD. Your #1 place to purchase late model combine and tractor parts. Used, new and rebuilt. www.gcparts.com Toll free 888-327-6767. 2006 JCB 8250 tractor, 3000 hrs., 260 HP, CVT trans, 65 KPH top speed, full suspension front and rear, ABS brakes, dual rear PTO, rear 3 PTH, 4 rear remotes, front 3 PTH, 2 front remotes, brand new rubber all around. Deluxe cab with AC, heat and radio. Very clean! $139,000. Call Jordan anytime 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB. DO YOU NEED a FWA tractor with loader 90 HP to 130 HP for less $$$? Call 306-231-5939, Saskatoon, SK. BIG BUD KT500, S/N #7610 KTA1150, 6700 hrs., 550 HP, 13 spd. Fuller trans., $50,000 OBO. 403-542-9465, High River, AB. Email eaajones@gmail.com

2009 JD 4730, 2170 hrs. (1004 spray hrs.), 100â&#x20AC;&#x2122; boom, GS2, AutoSteer, Swath Control Pro, AutoBoom height, traction control, foam marker, r. fence row nozzle, 320/90 R46 tires (90%), exc. cond, Greenlight, $167,900. 780-940-7975, Morinville, AB. 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122; CHALLENGER CULTIVATOR w/Beeline applicator and harrows; 35â&#x20AC;&#x2122; deep tillage HD cult. w/harrows; 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; drill transport; 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Morris rod weeder w/multiplex harrows; Straw chopper for 9500 JD, $1800. All in vg cond. 306-948-2089, Biggar, SK. FRONT WHEEL Assist housing rebuilt, portable line boring service, table augers and concave rebuilt. Pennoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Machining and Mfg. Ltd. 204-966-3221, online parts store www.pennosmachining.com OTMA 10 WHEEL V-rake, $3500; 745 Brandt std. auger, used very little, $1500; 18 new 18â&#x20AC;? sweeps, $12/ea. Meeting Creek, AB. 780-877-2414.

ODESSA ROCKPICKER SALES: New Degelman equipment, land rollers, Strawmaster, rockpickers, rock rakes, dozer blades. Phone 306-957-4403, cell 306-536-5097, Odessa, SK. PT-270 STEIGER 4 WD, PTO; IH 1482 PT combine; 2- IH 730 swathers; IH 48â&#x20AC;&#x2122; vibra chisel cult.; IH 55 DT 29â&#x20AC;&#x2122;; JD 9350 disc drill, 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;; 2 Crown fork type rockpickers; Versatile PT 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; swather. 306-638-2220, Findlater, SK. 2009 MASSEY 6480, 1900 hrs., loader and grapple; 2007 Hesston 2756, auto-tie, 3500 bales; 2006 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hesston mower con2006 Highline 7000 HD shredder. Hudson Bay - 306-889-2172 ditioner; 306-226-2116, 306-227-7092, Marcelin SK DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T GET STUCK without a Tow Rope! www.PrecisionPac.com Best selection of tow ropes and straps in Canada. For tractors up to 600 HP. See your nearest Flaman store or call 1-888-435-2626 or visit www.flaman.com 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122; DIAMOND HARROWS w/Doepker hyd. WANTED: 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; LEON DOZER BLADE, lift drawbar; JD 205 3 PTH Gyro mower; with or without frame. 306-744-8119 or 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122;5â&#x20AC;? drill fill. Call 306-796-4902, Central Butte, SK. 306-744-2774, Saltcoats, SK.

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WANTED: 2010 JOHN DEERE with blown or weak engine. Phone 306-395-2668 or 306-681-7610, Chaplin, SK. WANTED: USED, BURNT, old or ugly tractors. Newer models too! Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tractor Wrecking, 1-888-676-4847. WANTED: JD 7810, low hrs., c/w FEL, 3 PTH; NH 1037 or 1036 bale wagon. 403-394-4401, Lethbridge, AB. WANTED: RUBBERS ON press wheels off 100 IHC press drill. Phone 204-773-2868, Russell, MB. WANTED: Case 530 diesel tractor with 3 PTH in good condition. 306-287-3563, Watson, SK. ENGINE DRIVE HARDWARE for Flexi-Coil air cart: Brackets, shaft and pulleys; Also, ACME bin sweep, which bolts to auger and sweeps 360Â° into boot with vertical auger, 8â&#x20AC;?. Phone 204-657-2319, Fork River, MB. OLDER 80-100 HP tractor, FWA, open station, loader optional; Also looking for 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; grass seed attachment for IHC 100 press drill. 306-467-4791, Duck Lake, SK.

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1988 FH536040 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bourgault cult., 2155 cart, hyd. drive fan, Bourgault packers and mounted harrows, $15,000; 1984 FlexiCoil harrow packer bar system 95 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, P30 packers, $4,500; 1986 Flexi-Coil system 92 95â&#x20AC;&#x2122; sprayer, hyd. drive pump, peacock marker, $4,000; 1980? JD discers 1900 series, 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and a 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; can be hooked together to make 45â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, one is missing seed drive, offers; 1981 GMC C60 grain truck single axle, 900x20 rubber, 8.5x14 box and hoist, 94,000 kms., 350 V8, $6,000; 1992 Massey 8570 combine, Cummins engine, 2300 engine hrs., always shedded, $30,000; 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 9230 straight cut header, rigid, $6,000 OBO; 1989 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Case swather, good canvas, not used for five years, shedded, $4500; 1980? B3 48â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Morris rodweeder, offers; 1970? JD 2120 tractor with FEL, diesel engine, offers. Doug Dale, 306-463-3543 or 306-463-7830, Kindersley, SK. 1997 CASE/IH 9370, 4 WD, 5300 hrs, always shedded, very good shape $58,000; 1996 NH TR98, 4x4, 2600 hrs $45,000; 1990 8100 Hesston 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; swather, w/canola auger and mounted roller $18,000; 1975 Chevy tandem truck, 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BH&T, $5000. Willing to take bred cows on trade. 204-389-2065, Winnipeg Beach, MB 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. ESTATE SALE: 1980 Versatile 835, 6990 hrs., good shape, $24,000; 1977 Versatile 750, 8871 hrs. complete motor at 4500 hrs., $14,000; 1980 Chevy 3 ton, 33,000 miles, Inland roll tarp, excellent shape, $9500; 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Sunflower double disc, good-air shape, $6500; 28â&#x20AC;&#x2122; John Blue NH3 cultivator, $1500; 35â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Wilrich field cultivator, $1500; 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Morris air seeder w/135 Eagle air tank, 9â&#x20AC;? spacing, $9,000; Koenders 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; swath roller, $950; NH 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 970 straight header w/homebuilt trans., $3000; Other misc. grain augers, trailers, swathers etc. Phone 306-861-2064 or 306-433-4620, Creelmon, SK.

40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BOURGAULT 5710 air drill, 9.8â&#x20AC;? spacing, single or dual shoot. 306-398-2822, Cut Knife, SK. WANTED: Good used 20x8x38 radial tires, no cracks; Older TBT air cart; 5 HP and 10 HP or larger 220V single phase elec. motors; 6â&#x20AC;? or 7â&#x20AC;? grain augers for dismantle. 204-655-3458, Sifton, MB. WANTED: 3 PTH sprayer w/50-60 gal. tank, 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-25â&#x20AC;&#x2122; width, good condition. Robert 306-242-0988 leave msg., Saskatoon, SK. USED GRAIN COMBINE in good condition. PT or SP w/10-12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; cutting head. Prefer name brand with available parts. Can arrange transportation. Phone: Malcolm Bond 250-537-9464 or 250-538-0344 evenings, Saltspring Island, BC. Or e-mail me at: mb9464@telus.net WANTED: 2- 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; INT. 7200 hoe drills, w/transport and fertilizer attachment in good condition. 306-854-4613, Elbow, SK. WANTED: FLEXI-COIL 3450, 3850 and 2320 TBH tanks. Call 306-237-4212, Perdue, SK.

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WANTED: MORRIS HOE DRILL Model MH3100, 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; or 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, must be in good shape. 306-276-5708 leave msg, Love, SK. HEAD FOR MM1000 or 97MF, casting #10A4222; Also, console for 1000 Vista. Phone 519-846-9263, Alma, ON.

KOENDERS 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; swath rollers, $990; Farm King 7â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 3 PTH rotary cutter, $1950. Hergott BULL RAILS, sawed from Tamarack, 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, very strong. 306-865-6603, HudFarm Equip. 306-682-2592, Humboldt, SK. son Bay, SK. SUNFLOWER HARVEST SYSTEMS. Call 1/4â&#x20AC;? TO 1/2â&#x20AC;? used WIRE ROPE suitable for literature. 1-800-735-5848. Lucke Mfg., for fencing; Also 1/4â&#x20AC;? stainless steel www.luckemanufacturing.com available. 403-237-8575, Calgary, AB. A G R E M OT E H O P P E R O P E N E R S, t w o CUSTOM FENCING SPECIALIZING in available, used one season, excellent con- barbwire, corrals, hitensil. Will travel. Call dition. 403-396-0539, Clive, AB. 306-931-3397 or 306-381-7358. FA R M E Q U I P M E N T H AU L I N G A N D GUARANTEED PRESSURE TREATED fence towing service: Serving Western Canada. posts, lumber slabs and rails. Call Lehner Specializing in air drills and other flat Wo o d P r e s e r ve r s L t d . , a s k fo r R o n deck/oversized loads. Vanderberg Hay 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, SK. Farms, 403-824-3010, Nobleford, AB. 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 MILLS CUSTOM FENCING, all terrain. WANTED: JD 7810 tractor, MFWD, low Will travel. Taking bookings. Earl Grey, SK, hours, in exc. condition; also 18-20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; JD 306-726-7550, 306-939-2057. 1610 deep tillage. 204-564-2228, Inglis. SOLIDLOCK AND TREE ISLAND game wire WANTED: MF #36 DISCERS, all sizes, and all accessories for installation. Heights prompt pick-up. Phone 306-259-4923, from 26â&#x20AC;? to 120â&#x20AC;?. Ideal for elk, deer, bison, sheep, swine, cattle, etc. Tom Jensen, 306-946-9669, 306-946-7923, Young, SK. Smeaton, SK., ph/fax 306-426-2305. WANTED: 1970â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s JD 6030 tractor, need CUSTOM FENCING. Will travel. Taking not be running. 204-766-2643. bookings for spring. Call 306-329-4493, WANTED: SET OF 20.8x38â&#x20AC;?R clamp-on du- or 306-221-8806, Asquith, SK. als. Call Ron at: 306-398-4089 or cell: CUSTOM FENCING and corral building, no 306-398-7763, Cut Knife, SK. job too big or too small. Phone WANTED: JD 1610 OR 610 deep tillage, 306-699-7450, Quâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Appelle, SK. 27â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-32â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. 306-229-7502 or 306-373-8194, 4T CONTRACTORS INC. See Custom Saskatoon, SK. Work. Call 306-329-4485, WANTED: FOR OUR Presbyterian/United 306-222-8197, Asquith, SK. Email: Church camp north of Prince Albert a fortywhitetails@yahoo.ca small utility tractor in good cond., 30-35 HI-LITE MFG formerly Norton Mfg, sellHP, FEL, FWA, PTO, 3 PTH; Also want a ing the EASY ROLL wire roller, and 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-7â&#x20AC;&#x2122; mower. Cash/ donation/ combina- portable panels, windbreaks and bunks. tion. Ken. 306-373-6590, Saskatoon, SK. Call Wes 306-984-7861, Leoville, SK. WANTED: 7â&#x20AC;&#x2122; or 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; rear blade for 3 PTH, 25 FREE STANDING PANELS for sale: 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 5 HP tractor. 306-281-5449 leave message, b a r p a n e l s m a d e w i t h 2 , 7 / 8 â&#x20AC;? p i p e , $425/panel. 204-642-3026, Arborg, MB. Elstow, SK. or daveakadavid@gmail.com

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CUSTOM FIREWOOD PROCESSING, max block length 22”, cut and split into rough pile. $75/cord, travel costs extra. Firewood for sale: Tamarack, Poplar and Pine. $175/cord, delivery extra. Nipawin, SK. Ph. 306-862-3086 or 306-862-7831. FIREWOOD FOR SALE: Cut, split seasoned Poplar and Jack Pine. Custom ordering and delivery available. 306-862-8425, 306-862-9157, Nipawin, SK BLOCKED SEASONED JACK Pine firewood for sale. Contact Lehner Wood Preservers Ltd., 306-763-4232, Prince Albert, SK. Will deliver. Self-unloading trailer.

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LOWEST PRICES IN CANADA on new, high quality generator systems. Quality diesel generators, Winpower PTO tractor driven alternators, automatic / manual switch gear, and commercial duty Sommers Powermaster and Sommers / Winco portable generators and home standby packages. 75+ years of reliable service. Contact Sommers Motor Generator Sales for all your generator requirements at 1-800-690-2396 sales@sommersgen.com Online: www.sommersgen.com KATOLIGHT 100 KW generator. 1000 PTO, 120/240 V single phase. Purchased new in 1999, used less than 100 hrs, always indoors, $8500. 306-222-6677, Hague, SK.

KEET’S FISH FARM has 3” to 8” Rainbow Trout for spring stocking. Please contact Collin Keet at 306-260-0288. View website at: www.keetsfishfarm.com Saskatoon, SK. BEV’S FISH & SEAFOOD LTD., buy direct, fresh fish: Pickerel, Northern Pike, Whitefish and Lake Trout. Seafood also available. Phone toll free 1-877-434-7477, 306-763-8277, Prince Albert, SK.

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SPRING AUCTION

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MARCH 11, 1 PM MST Selling: • 50 Black Angus Yearlings • 25 Polled Herefords • 30 Commercial Open Heifers at the Standard Hill Angus Sale Barn, Maidstone, SK. CALL Les (H) 306-893-4094 (C) 780-872-1555 Stephen (C) 306-893-8414 Catalogue:

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w w w .b uya gro.com C R O W F O OT C AT T L E C O. R e d a n d Black Angus Bull and Commercial Female Sale, April 5 at the ranch, Standard, AB. Broadcast live via TEAM. 125 beefy yearling and 2’s plus 140+ commercial females (open heifers, bred heifers, young cows with calves at foot or will be calving April/May). www.crowfootcattle.com for catalogue and video clips of sale bulls. Dallas Jensen 403-934-7597, Chris Jensen 403-901-5045. YORKTON ALL BREED BULL SALE: Tuesday, March 20th, 1:00PM. Shorthorn, Red and Black Angus, Charolais, Limousin, Simmental plus purebred open rep l a c e m e n t h e i fe r s . D L M S i n t e r n e t bidding available. Internet buyers must preregister at: www.dlms.ca For more information or for a catalogue phone Yorkon Exhibition Office at 306-783-4800 or visit: www.yorktonexhibition.com

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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.

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LOOKING FOR SHELTER BELT or shade trees? Confused with all the choices? Call us, we can help you. Poplar and Willow bare root trees for sale. Phone Karl at 204-857-1739, maendelkm@hotmail.com www.digthistree.com Portage la Prairie MB

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ALL CANADIAN Coal and wood pellet hydronic heaters. Save up to 70% on your h e at i n g b i l l . N ova M e t a l Te c h L t d . , ALAMEDA AUCTION MART Bred Cow 7 8 0 - 9 2 2 - 2 4 8 0 , S h e r wo o d Pa r k , A B . Sale, Thursday, March 15th, 11:00 AM. Boutin Beef Farms. Approx. 120 bred cows www.allcanadianheaters.com CAT FORK LIFT, 11,000 lbs. 14’ lift, LP, and 20 bred heifers out of a reputation cab, 2 spd. hydro. trans. Runs and looks herd. Black Angus/ Simmental cross and great, no oil leaks, $16,900. Charolais. For more info. call Alameda 306-220-2191, Saskatoon, SK. Auction Mart, 306-489-2221, Alameda, SK. USED OIL WELL TUBE: 1.66 O.D. $19; 2 FORKLIFTS: JCB 940 8000 lbs; JCB 930, WINDPOWER GENERATOR, 55 Kw, 230 inch, $25; 2-7/8” $31; 3-1/2” $39; 22 ft. RANGE READY BULL Sale featuring two 6000 lbs; Eagle pitcher R80. Conquest amp, propane, $4500 OBO. 306-638-2220, 3/4” Co Rod, $5. 1-888-792-6283. year old and yearling bulls. Charolais, Equipment, 306-483-2500, Oxbow, SK. Horned Hereford, Limousin, Red and Black Findlater, SK. Angus plus select open heifers. Selling WESTERN PRODUCER Sat. March 10, 1 PM, Heartland Livestock, Yorkton, SK. View online catalogue at 77X2 WANTED: THREE COMPLETE spans of www.dlms.ca ph Heartland 306-783-9437. 5-9/16” pipe off 1981 Zimmatic pivot. LAZY H BULL SALE, April 3rd, 2:00 PM. 000011045r1.PDF 403-652-1896 eves, High River, AB. Red Angus sired by Sakic, Black Angus by FOR SALE: 2598’ 1983 Zimatic pivot. Call Density, Maine bulls by 16 Tons. 10 miles south of Maymont, SK. 306-237-9581. 306-858-7351, Lucky Lake, SK.

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1991 LULL ML10K telescopic handler, 10,000 lb. lift cap to 28’, aux. hyd. to fork carriage, full cab enclosure, c/w 2 sets of quick attach forks, exc. shape, $22,000. Jordan 403-627-9300, Pincher Creek, AB

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ALBERTA PLAID GALLOWAY BULL & DOUGLAS FINISHING MOWER: 3PTH, 72”, FEMALE SALE, March 10, 2012. Innisfail $795. 306-682-2585, Humboldt, SK. Auction Market, Innisfail, AB. Special guest consignors: Freeway Galloways, Fred 72” ROTOTILLER, 3 PTH, new knives, and Maxine Noad, Alix, AB. On offer: 20 $2500 OBO. 403-321-2105, Blackie, AB. plus registered Galloway bulls, reds and blacks, yearlings, 2 yr. olds and aged bulls. WANTED: SMALL ROTOTILLER, 18” with All bulls will be semen tested and vet in4-cycle motor, must be in good cond. spected prior to sale; Also on offer: Select 306-946-4105, Watrous, SK. group of registered red bred females and 2003 DEINES, 20 HP, 72”, fully recondi- red open (2011 born) heifers. Contact tioned; 2004, 18 HP, 60”, 240 hrs.; 2010 Steve Schweer for details 403-227-3428, 18 HP, 60”, 140 hrs., very good condition. Email: schweer@xplornet.com or visit our website: www.albertaplaidgalloway.ca Call Dean 1-800-886-9429, Red Deer, AB. Complete sale catalogue will be available YARDWORKS RIDING lawn mower, 20 HP, in early February, 2012. 46” cut, like new, $1500. 306-228-2934, Unity, SK.

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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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

CHOMPER SIMPLEX14 firewood processor, tree lengths, 18 HP Honda, $13,000. 306-742-2055, Calder, SK.

CLEAR SPRINGS TROUT FARM Rainbow Trout, 4”, 6” and 8” for spring stocking. 204-937-4403, 204-937-8087, Roblin, MB.

THINKING OF IRRIGATING or moving water? Pumping units, 6” to 10” alum. pipe; Also Wanted: 6” to 10” pipe. Call Dennis, 403-308-1400, Taber, AB. 40 years of experience, not a Dealer. Email: dfpickerell@shaw.ca

240 PIECES 6”x40’ ringlock; 110 pieces 6”x30’ ringlock; 6”x40’ and 6”x30’ alum. pipe. Contact Central Water and EquipOUTBACK GPS, S Lite, complete set, $400 ment Services Ltd. 306-975-1999, Saskatoon, SK. View by appointment only. OBO. 403-548-0733, Medicine, Hat, AB. NEW AND USED Outback STS, S3 mapping HOME OF REINKE ELECTROGATOR II. units. Baseline and AutoSteer units. Trades Reinke centre pivots, Reinke laterals, welcome. 306-397-2678, Edam, SK. Reinke genuine parts. Can design to your needs. Trades welcome. 306-858-7351 Lucky Lake, SK.

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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.

RAIN MAKER IRRIGATION Zimmatic pivots/ Greenfield mini pivots, K-Line towable irrigation, spare parts/ accessories, new and used equip. Custom designs to solve your specific irrigation needs. For experience you can trust call: 306-867-9606 Outlook SK. www.rainmaker-irrigation.com

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MERIT CATTLE CO. BULL SALE, 50 yearling bulls, Monday, March 26th, 1:00 PM, Radville, SK. Many calving ease bulls for heifers, also payweight performance bulls and maternal bulls to raise replacement females. All bulls sell with a s at i s f a c t o r y s e m e n t e s t . C a l l Tr e n t 306-869-3156 or 306-869-7207, email: tjlmerit@sasktel.net Radville, SK. View catalogue online: www.meritcattleco.com 5TH ANNUAL STOCKMAN SELECT Bull Sale and Open Commercial Replacement Heifers, Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 1 PM CST at Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. On offer: 22 Black Angus yearling bulls, 25 Red Angus two yr. old and yearling bulls; 30 coming 2 yr. old and yearling Horned Hereford bulls, plus 50 open replacement commercial Baldy, Brockle, Simm cross and Hereford heifers. Bulls are semen tested. For more info contact: Geoff Anderson, Anderson Cattle Co. 306-731-7921. View catalogue online: www.tripleaherefords.ca

HONEST HARD WORKING BULLS THATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;LL GET â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;ER DONE: 6th Annual Blue 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.

NORDAL LIMOUSIN AND ANGUS 2012 Bull Sale, Saturday, April 21st at Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon, SK. Selling 40 Red and Black Angus yearling and 2 yr. old bulls. Also selling 40 Black and Red Angus 2 yr. old Limousin bulls. Contact Bob Garner, Simpson, SK. 306-946-7946. REGISTERED BLACK ANGUS, Charolais and Simmental yearling bulls. Excellent structure and disposition. Semen tested and ready to go. Will deliver. Quality genetics, many out of leading AI sires. Stop in for a look, the coffee is always on. Rattray Livestock, call Gord at 403-318-3154 or 780-875-6271, Lloydminster, AB.

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YEARLING RED ANGUS bulls for sale. Call Curt Blacklock 306-221-0285, Saskatoon, SK.

REG. BLACK ANGUS 2 yr old virgin bulls, sired by Angus Acres Spartan 160L. Some straight Canadian pedigrees. Complete performance and ultrasound data available. Will hold and deliver until needed. Call GBS Angus Farm 306-763-9539, Prince Albert, SK. 60 FANCY REPLACEMENT quality Black Angus heifers- Pick from 120. Ph Kevin McCutcheon 306-668-4200, Saskatoon, SK

JOHNSTON/ FERTILE VALLEY Black Angus Bull Sale, Friday, April 13th, 1:00 PM CST, at Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon, SK. 80 thick, easy fleshing sons of King (pictured), Final Answer, Net Worth, Pioneer, Mandate and Hoover Dam. Also featuring the 1st sons by our New Zealand outcross sire, Glenworth Waigroup. These bulls were selected from 500 mother cows. Many bulls are suitable for heifers. All bulls are semen tested with complete performance and carcass info available. Deferred payment plan with 60% sale day, 40% interest free, due Dec. 1, 2012. Call Dennis and David Johnston 306-856-4726. Call for a catalogue or view on-line at www.johnstonfertilevalley.com REG. BLACK ANGUS BULLS. A pen of solid easy calving yearlings. 1- 2 year old, semen tested. Delivery arranged Netherlea Cattle 306-433-2091, Creelman, SK. 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 Angus. Performance and semen tested. Trevor 306-739-2924, cell 306-577-9141, Cecil 306-634-4454, cell 306-461-5501. BLACK ANGUS BULLS for sale. Good selection of 1 and 2 year olds. Waveny Angus Farm, Mike Chase, Vermilion, AB. Phone 780-853-2275 or 780-853-3384.

14th ANNUAL 49th PARALLEL Black Angus Bull Sale, Monday, March 26 at Mankota Stockmenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Weigh Co., Mankota, SK., 1:00 PM. 80 Black Angus yearling bulls and 10- 2 year olds on offer. All bulls are semen tested. Consigned by Ross River Angus, Breed Creek Angus Ranch, Glendar Angus, and 7Z Ranch. Call 306-625-3676 or email 7zranch@gmail.com for more info or to request a catalog. YEARLING BLACK ANGUS Bulls, AI Sired. Ross 306-567-4709, Scott 306-561-7737, Davidson, SK.

15TH ANNUAL MINBURN Bull Sale New Sale Date, Thursday March 29, 2012 at Minburn, AB at 1:00 PM. Offering: 80 Lots. 70 Angus yearling bulls, 10 Angus 2 year olds â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of the best group of bulls you will see across the landâ&#x20AC;? Contact: Danny Warrilow 780-593-2205 View catalogue online at www.cattlemanagement.ca 25 BLACK and Red bred heifers to calve in June, bred to low birthweight bulls. DOUBLE â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fâ&#x20AC;? CATTLE CO. 3rd Annual Bull 306-773-7964, Stewart Valley, SK. 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, www.doublefcattle.com

BURNETT ANGUS BULL SALE, Saturday April 7th, 1 PM, Heartland, Swift Current, SK. 2 yr. old and yearling Black Angus Bulls, low birthweights. Bloodlines: Final Answer, Mytty Infocus, OCC Missing Link, Duffs Encore, Fahren. Also select group of open heifers. Bryce 306-773-7065, Wyatt 306-750-7822. wburnett@xplornet.ca

BLACK ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE, Yearlings and two year olds, semen tested, guaranteed breeders, delivery available. skinnerfarmsangus.com 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK. ACQUIRE THE ANGUS ADVANTAGE at the 15th Annual Triple â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bull Sale on Monday, April 2nd, Johnstone Auction, Moose Jaw, SK, 1 PM. 50 Black and 15 Red Angus bulls on feed at Hagerty Livestock, Stony Beach, SK, 306-345-2523. Breeding soundness, performance and carcass date available. A select group of heifers will also be on offer. For catalogues call 306-757-6133.

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DURALTA FARMS 7th ANNUAL ANGUS BULL SALE, Friday, March 16, 1:30 PM at the farm, Vegreville, AB. Selling 60 rugged Red and Black Angus bulls. Wintering and delivery available. For catalogue or info. call Dave Durie 780-208-4888 or T Bar C Cattle Co 306-933-4200. (PL #116061). View catalogue online: www.buyagro.com LOVELAND RED ANGUS has large selection of bulls of all ages. Also commercial Red Angus and Hereford cross heifers. Andrew 306-795-2710, Goodeve, SK. 26th ANNUAL RODGERS RED ANGUS Bull Sale, Tuesday, April 10th, 1:00 PM at BSSA, Brooks, AB. On offer: 50 yearling bulls. Select group of young cow/calf pairs and open replacement heifers. Call 1-877-888-BULL (2855). For catalogue view: www.rodgersredangus.com REGISTERED RED ANGUS yearling bulls, semen tested, calving ease, guaranteed breeders. Little de Ranch 306-845-2406, Turtleford, 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 catalogue: www.transconlivestock.com or www.doublebardsimmental.com 25 BLK AN G US BULLS RED ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE yearlings 2 to 4 years old. and two year olds, semen tested, guaranteed breeders, delivery available. Website: $3,000 to $4,000 skinnerfarmsangus.com Ph 306-287-3900, O utofa closed herd. 306-287-8006, Englefeld, SK. 75 YEARLING AND 2 yr. old bulls for sale. For m ore inform ation call Semen tested and delivered in the spring. Steve atPrim rose Livestock Bob Jensen, Leader, SK. 306-967-2770. O ffice Phone 403-381-3700 2 YEAR OLD Red Angus and RA cross SimCellPhone 403-382-9998 mental composite bulls. Semen tested. Delivery available. Call Harv Verishine at BLACK ANGUS BULLS. Proven herdsires, 306-283-4666, Langham, SK. easy calving, high performance bulls, semen tested. Will keep until breeding. Ian REGISTERED RED ANGUS and Polled Hereford yearling Bulls out of easy calving, well McNinch 306-246-4544, Richard, SK. uddered cows. Semen tested. Fed a forage based ration and pailed pelleted supplement. Call for pics. and more info. Redline Livestock, 403-335-4561, Disdbury, AB.

SELECT NOW, get later. Superior quality DKF Red and Black Angus Bulls at DKF Ranch, anytime. Also at the Regina Bull Sale Sunday, March 11th. Agent for solar and wind water systems and calving cameras. Contact Dwayne or Scott Fettes, Gladmar, SK, 306-969-4506.

5TH ANNUAL STOCKMAN SELECT Bull Sale and Open Commercial Replacement Heifers, Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 1 PM CST at Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. On offer: 25 Red Angus two yr. old and yearling bulls; 22 Black Angus yearling bulls, 30 coming 2 yr. old and yearling Horned Hereford bulls, plus 50 open replacement commercial Baldy, Brockle, Simm cross and Hereford heifers. Bulls are semen tested. For more info contact: Mike McDonald, Windy Hill Livestock 306-692-2556, 306-631-4103. View catalogue online: www.tripleaherefords.ca FLYING K RANCH BULL SALE, April 11, 2012 at the ranch. 14 miles SW of Swift Current, SK. 70 plus yearling Red Angus bulls on offer, all performance, semen and CUP ultrasound tested. Lots of heifer bull prospects. Contact us for more info or a catalogue at: 306-773-6313 or email: chanel@t2.net

REGISTERED OPEN HEIFERS, have too many replacements. Too good to ship. 15 head at $1400 each. Moderate, deep, thick hair, very maternal. B-elle Red Angus, phone 306-845-2557, Turtleford, SK. Email: evandglen@littleloon.ca REGISTERED RED AND Black Angus yearling bulls from Y3Bar Livestock! Top genetics, including Cowboy Cut, Stout, Tidalw ave , a n d R e a l D e a l . L ow B W â&#x20AC;&#x2122; s , outstanding weaning weights. Loads of Swift Current - 306-778-8876 performance with calving ease. These bulls are ready to work! Semen tested, and full www.PrecisionPac.com herd health program in place. Call Lynn at BLACK ANGUS BULLS sired by Bismarck, 780-718-8106, Leduc, AB. Catalogue Game Day sons of Right Time and OCC available online at: www.Y3Bar.com Legacy. Also Black/Red Carrier sons of Density and Juneau. Semen tested and ARM RIVER RED ANGUS is celebrating guaranteed. Delivery available. Deposit will 25 years supplying Angus bulls to western 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 Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beef industry. We have yearlings HIGH RIVER BLACK Angus and JTA Dia- 306-768-2223. Carrot River, SK. and 2 yr. olds for sale. 306-567-4702. mond Charolais Bull Sale, Tues., April 10, 1:00 PM. Blacks, red and whites. 32 two BAR DK top quality two year old Black An- 55 RED ANGUS yearling bulls sell April yr. olds and 12 yearlings. Johnstone Auc- gus bulls. Developed for longevity, fertility 4th, 1 PM Howe/Cockburn Red Angus tion Mart, Moose Jaw, SK., 306-693-4715. and performance. Semen tested, guaran- bull sale. Moose Jaw, SK. 8 miles south Catalogue at www.johnstoneauction.ca. teed breeders, free delivery. Donn Kray- on #2 Hwy., 1-1/2 miles east on Baildon C o n t a c t M a r k a n d D i a n n e F e r r a r a , n i c k at 3 0 6 - 5 6 3 - 4 4 0 6 , C a n o r a , S K . grid. Contact Mike Howe 306-631-8779; Ward Cockburn 306-631-9490. www.bardkcattle.com 306-394-4320, Courval, SK.

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SOO LINE CATTLE CO. 10th Annual On Track Angus Bull Sale, March 22, 2012 at the ranch, Midale, SK. 80 Angus bulls on offer, fully guaranteed: semen tested, cupp ultrasound, performance tested, free delivery, sight unseen program. For catalogue or inquiries contact: Justin Morrison 306-536-4590 or Roger Hardy 306-458-7521. www.soolinecattle.ca Email: sooline@signaldirect.ca

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FORAGE RAISED 2 year old Black Angus SOUTHLAND BREEDERS 14TH Annual bulls, Prime Papa breeding. Dan Glass Bull Sale, March 31, 2012, 1:30 PM, 306-445-8425, North Battleford, SK. Rockglen Hall, Rockglen, SK. Bulls sell on CD. Bulls will be penned prior to sale for YEARLING AND 2 year old Black Angus viewing. Call Glenn at 306-476-2439. b u l l s fo r s a l e . C a l l C u r t B l a c k l o c k C at a l o g u e c a n b e v i ewe d o n l i n e at 306-221-0285, Saskatoon, SK. www.charolaisbanner.com/catalogues.

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11TH ANNUAL COMMON Sense Bull and Female Sale presented by Everblack Angus and Allandale Angus, Monday, March 26, 2012, 2:00 PM at Vermilion, AB. Offering: 95 Lots. 50 Angus 2 year olds, 30 Angus yearlings, 15 open purebred Angus heifers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We Just Sit Back and Relaxâ&#x20AC;? Our animals do the work for you. Contact: Ernie Gibson 780-853-2422, Wayne Stetson 780-853-7523. View catalog online at www.cattlemanagement.ca

1st ANNUAL ALL CANADIAN SPECKLE PARK and Angus Bull And Female Sale, Sunday, March 18, 2 PM, Neilburg, SK. Featuring 40 Speckle Park yearling bulls and 20 Black Angus bulls as well as Angus and Speckle Park commercial heifers. Jason Goodfellow 306-893-4620, John Herbert 306-893-4096, Dave Gray 306-826-5560 or T Bar C 306-933-4200. (PL# 116061). View catalogue online at 5TH ANNUAL EASTONDALE Angus Bull And Female Sale with Guest Consignors, www.buyagro.com Rockin Ox Ranch and Oakwood Grange AnPUREBRED BLACK ANGUS long yearling gus, Monday, April 2, 2012 at the Farm at bulls, replacement heifers, AI service. Wawota, SK., 1:30 PM. Offering 54 lots; Meadow Ridge Enterprises, 306-373-9140 Consisting of 43 yearling Angus bulls and 11 open Angus heifers Contacts: Dale Easor 306-270-6628, Saskatoon, SK. ton 306-739-2805; Clint Oxtoby COMPLETE HERD DISPERSAL: young 3 0 6 - 4 3 4 - 7 2 0 7 ; M a r t i n P e n f o l d Black Angus purebred, not papered. Due to 204-722-2036. DVD of sale bulls upon recalve end of March, bred Black! Complete quest. View: www.cattlemanagement.ca health program. Serious inquiries. Rose 16TH ANNUAL KBJ Round Farms Bull Valley, SK. 306-322-7672, 306-322-2227. Sale, Monday, March 12, 2012 at Clyde, AB YEARLING RED BULL; 4 yr. old Red herd- at 1:00 PM. Offering: 102 bulls. 63 Black sire; 10 Black reg. 2011 heifers. Canadian Angus yearling bulls, 31 Red Angus yearbloodlines. 306-877-2014, 306-877-4402, ling bulls, 8 Angus 2 yr. olds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where the www.belmoralangus.com Dubuc, SK. Sale is Never Final.â&#x20AC;? All bulls CUP evaluatTHE 4th ANNUAL Impact Angus and ed and semen tested. Contacts: Jim Round Charolais Bull Sale is March 31, 1:30 780-348-5638, Barry Round 780-348-5794 PM, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. 30+ Black View catalog www.cattlemanagement.ca Angus yearling bulls. For information con- SELLING: BLACK ANGUS bulls. Wayside tact Jason George 306-252-2228, Randy Angus, Henry and Bernie Jungwirth, Tetzlaff 306-944-2734 or T Bar C Cattle 306-256-3607, Cudworth, SK. Co. 306-933-4200, (PL# 116061). View BRED HEIFERS and bred cows for sale, the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com preg checked, calving from April until July. (12) GOOD QUALITY 2 YEAR old Black Ph 306-287-3900, 306-287-8006 website: Angus bulls. AI sired, going to the Pursuit skinnerfarmsangus.com Englefeld, SK. of Excellence Bull Sale, April 3rd, 2012 in Sedley, SK.; Also (9) 2 yr. old Black Angus JUSTAMERE 17th ANNUAL BULL SALE, bulls of equal quality, for sale private Monday, April 16th, 1:00 PM at Lloydmintreaty. All semen tested. Call Herb Friesen ster, SK. 80 top quality Angus bulls on offer. For more information and a catalogue at 306-363-2203, 306-360-7465 Drake, SK c a l l J o n at 7 8 0 - 8 0 8 - 6 8 6 0 o r g o t o 16th ANNUAL NORTHERN BULL SALE, www.justamereranches.com MARCH 31, 12:00 noon. Private treaty bull and female sale, yearling black and GOOD SELECTION OF high quality 2 year red Maine Anjou and Black Angus bulls and old purebred Black Angus bulls for sale. open replacement heifers. At the farm 1/2 David or Pat 306-963-2639, Imperial, SK. mile south of Beatty SK. on Hwy #368. BLACK AND RED Angus bulls. Bulls you can Phone DONARO FARMS 306-752-6336 or build a herd with. Starting at $2000. Call 306-921-7175, email mspratt@sasktel.net Ian 780-581-4141, Vermilion, AB. www.donarofarms.com MUST SELL: Pine Drive Big Sky and Rito 6TH ANNUAL JOHNSON Livestock Bull 2100 GDAR semen, $25 per dose, volume and Female Sale 2012, Thurs., March 15, 2012, Peebles, SK. at 1:00 PM. Offering: discount. 403-771-2696, Priddis, AB. 188 Lots. 137 Angus yearling bulls, 25 An12TH ANNUAL ON TARGET Bull and Fe- gus yearling younger bulls, 26 open Angus male Sale 2012, Tuesday, March, 13, 2012 heifers â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of the Premium Sources for at Barrhead, AB, 1:00 PM. Offering: 114 Angus Seedstock in the Nation.â&#x20AC;? Contacts: Lots. 76 Angus yearling bulls, 36 Simm. Dave Johnson 306-736-8631, Andrew yearling bulls, 2- 2011 Angus heifer picks. Johnson 306-736-7393. View catalogue â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tarketing The Needs Of Our Customersâ&#x20AC;? online at www.cattemanagement.ca with top notch, quality Seedstock from 5 different producers. Contacts: Dwayne CRESCENT CREEK ANGUS 14th Annual E m e r y 7 8 0 - 6 7 4 - 4 4 1 0 , B r a d Yo d e r Bull and Female Sale on the farm, Goodeve, SK. Saturday, April 7, 2012. Selling 780-674-5773, Mark Jones 780-674-6377, Barclay Smith 780-785-2045 and Chad 55 Black and 15 Red Angus yearling bulls. Meunier 780-674-2299. View catalogue Also 20 Black top cut open replacement females. All bulls semen tested, carcass data online at www.cattlemanagement.ca and performance records avail. Volume DURALTA FARMS 7th ANNUAL ANGUS d i s c o u n t s . F r e e d e l i v e r y . W e s BULL SALE, Friday, March 16, 1:30 PM at 306-876-4420, 306-728-8284 cell, Rob the farm, Vegreville, AB. Selling 60 rugged 780-916-2628. View catalogue online Red and Black Angus bulls. Wintering and www.crescentcreekangus.com delivery available. For catalogue or info. SELLING 17 YEARLING Angus bulls and 14 call Dave Durie 780-208-4888 or T Bar C registered yearling heifers. Sired by ImCattle Co 306-933-4200. (PL #116061). pression, Mandate and DM Upward 2W. View catalogue online: www.buyagro.com David McLean, Arcola, SK. 306-455-2503.

JOHNSON LIVESTOCK 6th Annual Bull and Female Sale, on the ranch, Thursday, March 15, Peebles, SK. 162 Black Angus Bulls, 26 open heifers. Large sire groups of Final Answer, Bismarck, Four Season, Upward, Carbon Copy and Net Worth. For HI-WEIGH BREEDERS BULL SALE, supthe latest info www.johnson-livestock.com plying Pay Weight Sires Wednesday, Phone Andrew 306-736-7393. March 28, 1:00 PM, Plains-Ag Complex, THE BLACK PEARL ANGUS BULL AND Neepawa, MB. 70+ Charolais and Angus FEMALE SALE, Sunday, March 11, 2:00 bulls including two yr. olds and yearlings. PM, Edwards Livestock Center, Tisdale, SK. Mostly Polled, some Red Factor. Weights, Selling 30+ rugged yearling bulls and 25 measurements and performance data will open heifers. Females sell with a youth in- be posted. Delivery avail. For catalogues centive program. Payment plan, wintering and information call Raymond Airey and delivery available. For catalogues or 204-566-2134, 306-724-3600, or T Bar C info. call Mel Sisson at 306-873-4890 or T Cattle Co. 306-933-4200. (PL #116061) Bar C Cattle Co. 306-933-4200, (PL View catalogue online www.buyagro.com # 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

CITY VIEW SIMMENTALS and Ivanhoe Angus and Yuke Angus 2nd Annual Bull Sale, March 20, 2012, Johnstoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK, 1:00 PM. Yearling and 2 year old Black Angus bulls. For more info. call Ron 306-345-2560, cell 306-630-5871; Devin 306-691-0085; Scott Johnstone, www.johnstonesauction.com 306-693-4715.

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DEER RANGE ANNUAL Two Year Old Bull Sale. Offering 40 Red Angus and 15 Black Angus bulls on March 19 at Heartland Livestock, Swift Current, SK. Thick, beefy bulls suitable for heifers and cows. We concentrate on good feet and longevity. Catalogue and more info www.DeerRange.ca Call 306-773-7964, 306-773-9109 or 306-773-9872. 22n d An nu al

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KENRAY RANCH PRIVATE TREATY Bull Sale. Registered Red and Black yearling bulls for heifers and cows. Semen and performance tested. Delivery is available. Call Ray at 306-452-3876, 306-452-7447, or Sheldon at 306-452-7545, Redvers, SK. www.kenrayranch.com BONE CREEK RANCH ANGUS 20th Annual Bull Sale, March 23, 2012, 1:30 PM, Cowtown Livestock Exchange, 1 mile east of Maple Creek, SK. Offering 75 Rancher, range raised long yearling virgin bulls. 30 PB Red Angus bulls, 12 Red Angus/Simmental hybrid bulls, 27 PB Black Angus bulls and 6 Black Angus/Simmental hybrid bulls. Live viewing and bidding of sale available. Ph. Graham Alexander for more info. 306-295-4050, Eastend, SK. View catalog at: www.cattlemanagement.ca THE 4th ANNUAL Impact Angus and Charolais Bull Sale is March 31, 1:30 PM, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. 15+ Red Angus yearling bulls. For info. contact Randy Tetzlaff 306-944-2734 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-933-4200, (PL# 116061). View catalogue online: www.buyagro.com

POLLED YEARLING GELBVIEH BULLS for sale, from our 33 year breeding program. Semen evaluations to be done in March. Winders Gelbvieh 780-672-9950, Camrose, AB.

GILLILAND BROS. CHAROLAIS Bull Sale with Freitag-Perrot Cattle Co., on Saturday, March 31, 2012, 1 PM, Alameda (SK) Auction Mart. On offer 47 Charolais 2 yr. old and yearling bulls, most are polled, some red factor, 10 Angus and Angus cross Simm. yearling bulls and 10 open Char. cross commercial heifers. These are thick, good haired, performance bulls that will work. For catalogues or info. contact Greg or Ron Gilliland 306-928-4841 or 306-928-2118, or By Livestock at 306-536-4261. View www.bylivestock.com

D&L PLEWIS CHAROLAIS have 2 yr. old bulls w/some French influence. Polled, easy calving, good hair coats and semen tested. Call Darwin at 306-773-8181, TWO YEAR OLD BELGIAN BLUE cross 306-750-7650, Swift Current, SK. virgin bulls for sale, $2500-3000/ea. PUREBRED CHAROLAIS BULLS, 2 year olds Olds, AB, 403-556-7454. and yearlings. Polled and horned. Whites and tans. Semen tested and can be kept until you need them. Mutrie Farms, Glenavon, SK., call Richard 306-429-2711.

ELDER CHAROLAIS 2nd Annual Bull Sale, Thursday, March 29, 2012, 1:30 PM on the farm, Coronach, SK. 37 yearling bulls, most are polled, some red factor. Performance bulls that are tested and guaranteed to work. For catalogue or info contact Ron or Mike Elder 306-267-4986 or 306-267-5655 or By Livestock 306-536-4261. view catalogue online at: www.eldercharolais.com

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30 2 YEAR old Charolais bulls, 25 yearling Charolais bulls sell April 4th, 1 PM CST Whitecap/Rosso Charolais bull sale, Grifﬁn - 306-457-2220 Moose Jaw, SK. 8 miles south on #2 Hwy. 1-1/2 miles east on Baildon grid. www.PrecisionPac.com Darwin Rosso 306-693-2384; Mike Howe 306-631-8779; Dale Howe 306-693-2127. 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 DEXTERS BRED COWS, heifer and bull 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 c a l v e s , 1 a n d 2 y e a r o l d b u l l s . 403-845-5763, Rocky Mountain House, AB. 306-697-2988 Email grenlock@sasktel.net

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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 Livestock 306-536-4261 or view catalogue online www.mctavishcharolais.com

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KUNTZ FARMS SELLING: Yearling bulls w / p o we r a n d p e r fo r m a n c e , E . P. D.’ s available, semen tested, quiet disposition. Buy now w/free boarding. 306-771-2600, Balgonie, SK. EXCELLENT QUALITY YEARLING and 2 yr. old Red Angus bulls. ROP tested. Will keep until April 15th. Semen test and deliver. Will sell w/wo all risk insurance. Phone Dudragne Red Angus, 306-625-3787, 306-625-3730, Ponteix, SK. PLEASANT DAWN CHAROLAIS 10th AnQUALITY REG. RED and Black Angus 2 nual Bull Sale, Saturday, March 17, 1:00 yr. old bulls. Easy calving, guaranteed PM, Heartland Livestock, Virden, MB. All breeders, performance data avail., semen polled, some red factor, offering 55 yeartested, delivery avail. Wolf Willow Angus lings. Wintering, delivery and sight unseen purchase program available. Bred for calv204-821-5108, Rossburn, MB. ing ease w/growth, hair and soundness. REGISTERED YEARLING BULLS. Easy For catalogue or info contact Tully Hatch calving, semen tested, vet inspected, 2 0 4 - 8 5 5 - 2 4 0 2 o r B y L i v e s t o c k guaranteed breeders, delivered. B-elle 306-536-4261. View catalogue online Red Angus, 306-845-2557, Turtleford, SK. www.pleasantdawn.com Email: evandglen@littleloon.ca JTA DIAMOND CHAROLAIS and High River Black Angus Bull Sale, Tuesday, April 10th, 1:00 PM. Red, whites and blacks. 32 2 yr old and 12 yearlings. Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK., 306-693-4715. Catalogue at www.johnstoneauction.ca. Contact Jerome and Cindy Tremblay, 306-394-4406, Courval, SK. NORHEIM RANCHING HAS thick, polled, registered Charolais bulls for sale, starting at $2000. 1’s and 2’s. Will keep until you need them. Delivery available. Saskatoon, SK, 306-227-4503. McTAVISH CHAROLAIS - RED ANGUS 50 PUREBRED WHITE Charolais cows, bred Bull Sale with Charla Moore Farms, March Charolais to calve late March and April, 13, 1:30 PM at the farm, Moosomin, SK. $1650. 306-621-8951, Willowbrook, SK Featuring 32 Charolais yearlings, 12 Red Angus yearlings, 5- Charolais 2 yr. olds, 2- REGISTERED POLLED YEARLING bulls. Red Angus 2 yr. olds, 20 open Charolais Performance and semen tested. Guarancross Red Angus heifers. Contact Brian teed breeders. Will keep until May, $2200. McTavish 306-435-4125, Helge By of By C h a r r o w C h a r o l a i s , M a r s h a l l , S K . Livestock 306-536-4261 or view catalogue 306-387-8011 or 780-872-1966. online www.mctavishcharolais.com PERROT-MARTIN CHAROLAIS ANNUAL RED AND BLACK Angus bulls. Bulls you can Bull Sale is Friday, March 30th, 2:00 build a herd with. Starting at $2000. Call PM at the farm, Naicam, SK. Selling 60 Ian 780-581-4141, Vermilion, AB. yearling and two year old bulls. Delivery, terms and board available. For catalogues REGISTERED RED ANGUS bulls for sale, AI or info. contact Collin and Kimberley Marsired, 2 and 3 year olds, hay fed. tin 306-874-2186 or T Bar C Cattle Co. Ltd. 1-877-742-2077, Calder, SK. 306-933-4200, (PL #116061). View the PUREBRED RED ANGUS HEIFERS, AI’d to catalogue online at www.buyagro.com Hitch, Mar-Apr calving; Also 2 yr old RED FACTOR CHAROLAIS BULLS, yearbulls, suitable for cows; Heifer bulls also lings and two yr. olds, red, white and tans. available. Y-Coulee, Frenchman’s Butts, SK Wheatheart Charolais, 306-882-6444, 306-344-4993 (eves) 780-205-2283 (days) Rosetown, SK RED ANGUS BULLS on moderate grow- 2 YEAR OLD AND YEARLING bulls, polled, ing ration. Performance info available. horned, White and red factor. Semen testAdrian, Brian or Elaine Edwards, Valleyhills ed, delivered and guaranteed. Prairie Gold Charolais, 306-882-4081, Rosetown, SK. Angus, 306-342-4407, Glaslyn, SK.

2 YEAR OLD BULLS. Fed for service not for show. Polled Hereford since 1950. Erwin Lehmann 306-232-4712, Rosthern, SK. HOLMES FARM HAS Polled Hereford 2 yr. old and yearling bulls for sale. Jay Holmes, 306-524-2762, 306-746-7170, Semans, SK JOHNER STOCK FARM BULLS, polled Hereford and Black Angus, 2 year olds and yearlings. David 306-893-2714 or Justin 306-248-1305, Maidstone, SK.

SQUARE D BULLS: Two year olds and GENUINE GENETICS Galloway Bull Sale, yearlings for sale on the farm, at Regina March 31st, 2012, Red Deer, AB. Contact: Bull Sale, March 11, 2012. The South East Breeders Bull Sale, April 14, 2012, Square Russell Horvey 403-749-2780. D sale site. Open heifers as well. Info. or 14 BELTED GALLOWAY COWS bred Limou- catalogues call Jim Duke 306-538-4556 or sin, easy keeper. Call 204-734-3590, Swan Mary Duke 306-538-4693, Langbank, SK River, MB. Website: squaredpolledherefords.com Email: square.d@sasktel.net

SOUTHLAND BREEDERS 14TH Annual Bull Sale, March 31, 2012, 1:30 PM, Rockglen Hall, Rockglen, SK. Bulls sell on CD. Bulls will be penned prior to sale for viewing. Call Glenn at 306-476-2439. PUREBRED BELGIAN BLUE bulls. Not C at a l o g u e c a n b e v i ewe d o n l i n e at papered. Great for commercial herds. Call www.charolaisbanner.com/catalogues. for more info 403-882-2276, Castor, AB. johannf@wildroseinternet.ca

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, Creek’s Edge Land & Cattle, Yellow Creek, SK. View bulls at www.creeksedgecharolais.ca

5TH ANNUAL STOCKMAN SELECT Bull Sale and Open Commercial Replacement Heifers, Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 1 PM CST at Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. On offer: 30 coming 2 yr. old and yearling Horned Hereford bulls; 25 Red Angus two yr. old and yearling bulls; 22 Black Angus yearling bulls plus 50 open replacement commercial Baldy, Brockle, Simm cross and Hereford heifers. Bulls are semen tested. For more info contact: Murr a y A n d r e w s , Tr i p l e A H e r e f o r d s , 306-694-5821, 306-631-9271. View catalogue online: www.tripleaherefords.ca CHOICE OF 3 PUREBRED Hereford bulls, born March 8- April 10th, very quiet. 306-252-2277, Hanley, SK.

WILGENBUSCH CHAROLAIS 9th Annual North of the 49th Bull Sale, Monday, April 2, 2012, 1:00 PM at the farm, Halbrite, SK. Selling 81 two yr. old and yearling bulls, most are polled, many red factor. This is the largest Charolais sale bull sale in Saskatchewan and offers a top set of bulls that are sound, good haired and guaranteed to work. For a catalogue or info. contact John Wilgenbusch 306-458-2688 or By Livestock 306-536-4261. View catalogue and video of the bulls online at: www.wilgenbuschcharolais.com 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 MCAVOY CHAROLAIS BULLS sell at the Impact Angus and Charolais Bull Sale March 31, 1:30 PM, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. 30 yearling and 2 year old Charolais bulls. For more information call Mike 306-241-1975 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-933-4200, (PL# 116061). View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com

WILGENBUSCH CHAROLAIS North of the 53rd Bull Sale, Sat., March 24, 1:30 PM at the CSS Charolais Ranch, Paynton, SK. 47 yearlings, many polled, some red factor. Rugged and hairy these are solid made bulls that are guaranteed to work. For catalogue or info contact John Wilgenbusch 306-458-2688, cell: 306-458-7873 or By Livestock: 306-536-4261. View www.bylivestock.com for catalogue and video.

STEPPLER FARMS 1st Annual Bull Sale, Tuesday, March 27, 2012, 1:00 PM, Steppler Sale Barn, Miami, MB. 58 Yearling and two yr. olds, sound, good haired and thick, most are polled. For catalogue or info contact: Andre Steppler, 204-435-2463, cell: 204-750-1951 or By Livestock 306-536-4261. View catalogue online at: www.stepplerfarms.com FAMILY TRADITION BULL SALE, Friday, March 16, 2:00 PM at Rolling D Charolais, 3 miles North of Dropmore, MB on #482. Offering 34 Charolais bulls, 12 two yr. olds and 22 yearlings and 8 yearling Simmental bulls. Call: High Bluff Stock Farm, Carman and Donna Jackson 204-564-2547 or HUNTER CHAROLAIS BULL SALE, Thurs- Transcon Livestock 403-638-9377. day, April 5, 2012, 1:30 PM DST at the farm, Roblin, MB. Offering 47 yearling HI-WEIGH BREEDERS BULL SALE, supbulls, from over 30 years of breeding, plying Pay Weight Sires Wednesday, most are polled, some red factor. These March 28, 1:00 PM, Plains-Ag Complex, are top quality, quiet, good haired bulls Neepawa, MB. 70+ Charolais and Angus that will calve well and then add perfor- bulls including two yr. olds and yearlings. mance. For catalogues or info contact Mostly Polled, some Red Factor. Weights, Doug or Marianne Hunter 204-937-2531 or measurements and performance data will By Livestock 306-536-4261. View cata- be posted. Delivery avail. For catalogues and information call Raymond Airey logue online at: www.huntercharolais.com 204-566-2134, 306-724-3600, or T Bar C MACMILLAN CHAROLAIS, yearling bulls Cattle Co. 306-933-4200. (PL #116061) and two proven herdsires are available. View catalogue online www.buyagro.com Bred for growth, easy keeping and market VAN BUUREN CHAROLAIS has for sale a demand. All bulls will be semen tested and good selection of purebred yearling and 2 can be kept until breeding season. Call Tim year old bulls. Call 204-522-0855 or or Lorna at 306-931-2893, Saskatoon, SK. 204-854-2538, Pipestone, MB. VALLEY’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. A. SPARROW FARMS Ltd. Annual Charolais Bull Sale, tomorrow Friday, March 9th, 2:00 PM, on the farm, 2 miles East, 2 miles South and 1/2 miles East of Vanscoy, SK. Cam Sparrow 306-668-4218. HORSESHOE E CHAROLAIS Annual Bull Sale, March 10, 2012, 2 PM, Johnstone’s Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. Selling 45 yearlings and 10- 2 yr olds. Thick, hairy bulls w/bred in calving ease. Delivery avail. Will keep til May 1. Info./ catalogue call Layne or Paula Evans 306-252-2246, Kenaston, SK. Also selling 20 replacement heifers from Kattle Kountry. 1st ANNUAL VERMILION CHAROLAIS Group Bull Sale, Saturday April 7th, PUREBRED POLLED 2 yr. old bulls, calving 1:00PM at Nilsson Bros. Livestock Exease, proven breeders, sons of No Doubt change, Vermilion, AB. (60) 2 yr olds, (15) and Nobleman, $2500 and up. Phone yearlings, White and Red factor. Call Rob Murray 780-205-0912. 306-782-5852, Yorkton, SK. DIAMOND W CHAROLAIS 10th Annual Bulls Sale, Thursday, March 22, 1:30 PM DST, Valley Livestock, Minitonas, MB. Offering 40 Charolais yearling, many polled, some red factor, 11 Red Angus and 3 Black Angus. Sound, semen tested with delivery available. For catalogues and info contact the Walkers 306-865-3953 or By Livestock 306-536-4261. View catalogue online www.bylivestock.com

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FLADELAND LIVESTOCK, Selling red and black Gelbvieh bulls at Prairie Gelbvieh Alliance Bull Sale, April 7th, 2012, 1:30 PM at Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. Call 306-969-4829, Gladmar, SK. Check web: www.fladelandlivestock.com, catalogue at: www.johnstoneauction.ca

EAST CENTRAL BULL SALE, March 16th at Dryland Cattle Trading, Veteran, AB. 40 Horned and Polled Herefords from 12 contributors. 403-676-2086 or email: diamondt@netago.ca for catalogues. WILSON-LEES “Value Added Bull Sale” is Friday, April 6, 2:00 PM at Right Cross Ranch Sale Barn, Kisbey, SK., 5 kms south on #605, 4 kms west. Selling 40 Polled Hereford yearling and two year old bulls. Discount for taking your bull(s) sale day. For catalogues or info. contact T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-933-4200, (PL #116061). View catalogue online: www.buyagro.com T BAR K RANCH Annual Bull Sale April 12, 2012 at the Ranch. On offer are 20 two yr. old Horned Hereford bulls and 17 two yr. old and 23 yearling Red Angus bulls. There are performance bulls for cows and light birthweight bulls for your heifers. They are semen tested, ultra sounded and guaranteed. Sight unseen purchase program available. Free delivery, to central points. Please call for catalog and DVD. Kevin Dorrance 306-739-2944 or Kevin’s cell 306-577-9861, Wawota, SK. 2 YEAR OLD AND YEARLING polled Hereford bulls for sale. Select now and we’ll keep until you need them. Imperial, SK. Phone 306-963-2414 or 306-963-7880. www.crittendenbros.com “FOCUS ON THE FUTURE” Bull Sale is March 29th, 2:00 PM, Alameda Auction Mart, Alameda, SK. 60 Bulls sell. Polled Herefords, Red and Black Simmental and Simm. cross Angus Herd builders. Wintering, delivery, terms avail. For catalogues or information call Wheatland Cattle Co. (Vernon LaFrentz) 306-634-7765, ANL Polled Herefords (Karl Lischka) 306-487-2670 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-933-4200, (PL #116061). View the catalogue online at www.buyagro.com

YEARLING GELBVIEH BULLS for sale. We specialize in both heifer bulls for lightweight births and large bulls for cows. Ph: 403-854-2474, WL Farms, Hanna, AB JEN-TY GELBVIEH’S Bull Sale, March 19th, 1:00 PM, Silver Sage Corral, Brooks, AB. For information call Don at 403-378-4898 or to view on-line catalo gue go to: www.donsavageauctions.com BLACK ANGUS AND GELBVIEH bulls, 2 yr. olds and yearlings, will keep until spring. 8TH ANNUAL RANCH READY Bull Sale. 50 ranch raised Hereford bulls, March 22, Phone Earle at 306-997-4917, Borden, SK. 1:00 PM. New sale location: Heartland, TWIN BRIDGE FARMS 1st GELBVIEH Swift Current, SK. Catalogue online at Bull Sale, Monday, March 19, 2012, 1:00 www.braunranch.com Contact Craig Braun PM at the Silver Sage Community Corrals, 3 0 6 - 2 9 7 - 2 1 3 2 o r D o n n i e G i l l e s p i e Brooks, AB. Selling 50 yearling and 2 yr. 306-627-3584. 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, TWO HIGHLAND COWS, $900 each OBO. 403-792-2123 or 403-485-5518 or Don 306-896-2392, Churchbridge, SK. Savage Auctions 403-948-3520. Catalogue COMPLETE DISPERSAL SALE of bred online at www.donsavageauctions.com cows, bred heifers and calves. Delivery GELBVIEH ADVANTAGE BULL SALE available. Dryden, ON. 807-220-1938 cell, March 17th, 1:00 PM, Innisfail Auction 807-938-0009 evenings. Market, Innisfail, AB. 45 Red and Black yearling and 2 year old Gelbvieh Bulls and 25 Gelbvieh commercial heifers. Kelly 780-387-6446. Visit: www.evgelbvieh.com M I L K Q U OTA A N D DA I RY H E R D S or www.brittainfarms.com NEEDED Fresh cows and heifers avail. Total Dairy Consulting. Tisdale, SK. Rod York 306-873-7428, Larry Brack 306-220-5512. DAIRY COWS AND HEIFERS, some fresh and some springing. Phone 306-548-4711, Sturgis, SK. FRESH AND SPRINGING heifers for sale. Cows and quota needed. We buy all classes of slaughter cattle-beef and dairy. R&F Livestock Inc. Bryce Fisher, Warman, SK. Phone 306-239-2298, cell 306-221-2620.

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 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 www.donsavageauctions.com

YEARLING AND TWO year old polled Limousin bulls for sale. Red or black. Free delivery. Call Rhett Jones, Jones Cattle Co., 306-629-3200, 306-629-7878, Morse, SK. CIRCLE T LIMOUSIN Performance tested, red, polled yearling and 2 yr. old bulls, leading genetics, semen tested, guaranteed. Delivery available. Estevan, SK., Harvey Tedford, 306-634-8536, Darryl Tedford 306-634-4621, circletlimousin.com

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ANCHOR B LIMOUSIN BULL SALE www.anchorb.ca Friday, March 16th, Saskatoon Livestock Sales. 44 bulls: 6 two yr. olds, 38 yearlings. Semen tested, free delivery, guaranteed. Bull video avail. Martin Bohrson, 306-544-2612, Hanley, SK

SALERS BULLS AND FEMALES, red or black, polled from Canada’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.

TWO YR. OLD and yearling Limousin bulls sell at Regina Bull Sale, March 11. Semen and performance tested. Easing calving and good dispositions. Eden Meadows Farms 306-781-4628 evenings, Zehner, SK LEACH FARMS HAS: Polled yearling and 2 year old bulls. Red or black. Guaranteed and delivered. Phone 306-338-2805 or 306-338-2745, Wadena, SK.

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YEARLING AND TWO year old Fleckvieh and Simmental bulls, traditional red and black; Also Simmental Red Angus cross and Black Simmental Red Angus cross bulls. Foxdale Farm and Ranch, 306-747-3185, Shellbrook, SK. WHO’S YOUR DADDY’S 9th Annual Bull Sale will be selling 50 Shorthorn bulls (2 yr olds and yearlings) on April 5, 2012 at the Saskatoon Livestock Sales. Call Richard Moellenbeck 306-287-3420; Carl Lehmann 306-232-5212 or Scot Muri 306-553-2244 View: www.bellmfarms.com

SPRUCE GROVE BULL SALE, March 20, 1 PM, Edwards Livestock Centre, Tisdale, SK. Offering 45 yearlings and 2 year old Simmental and Simm cross Angus bulls. As well as a select group of purebred and Simm cross Angus open heifers. Wintering and delivery available. For info. contact Matt at 306-864-7942 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 50 PERFORMANCE TESTED Shorthorn bulls 306-933-4200. (PL #116061). View the 5th Annual Sun Country Bull Sale - 1 PM catalogue online at www.buyagro.com CST, Sat., April 14th at the Right Cross Ranch sale facility in Kisbey, SK. These CITY VIEW SIMMENTALS and Ivanbulls are some of the best we have ever hoe Angus and Yuke Angus 2nd Annual offered and include several bulls suitable Bull Sale, March 20, 2012, Johnstone’s for use on heifers. Performance tested on Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK, 1:00 PM. a high roughage ration so they are ready Yearling and 2 yr. old Simmentals. Call to go to work for you. 306-456-2500, Blaine 306-691-3747, 306-631-7575 cell, Grant at: www.horseshoecreekfarms.com cityviewsimmentals@sasktel.net; Scott o r 3 0 6 - 5 7 7 - 4 6 6 4 ; G e r r y Wy at t at : Johnstone, www.johnstonesauction.com w w w. m c b e t h s h o r t h o r n s . c o m o r 306-693-4715. 204-764-2382; John Thompson at w w w. p o p l u a r p a r k f a r m . c o m o r 306-442-2090 or Gary Anwender at www.anwendercattlecompany.com

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 306-682-3692, Humboldt, SK. website www.bendershorthorns.com

NORDAL LIMOUSIN AND ANGUS 2012 Bull Sale, Saturday, April 21st at Saskatoon Livestock Sales, Saskatoon, SK. Selling 40 black and red Polled 2 year old Limousin bulls. Also selling 40 Red and Black Angus yearling and 2 year old bulls. Contact Rob 3RD ANNUAL BATTLE RIVER Shorthorn Bull and Female Sale, Saturday, March 10 Garner, Simpson, SK. 306-946-7946 at 1:00 PM at VJV Auction Market, Ponoka, FOR SALE: STOUT yearling Limousin bulls, AB. Selling a top selection of 2 yr. old and polled, horned, red, black. Quiet bulls with yearling Shorthorn bulls and a select group great performance. Short Grass Limousin, of open yearling heifers. For info contact 306-773-7196, Swift Current, SK. Ken Hehr 403-783-4350, Kirk Seaborn 403-729-2267 or Don Savage Auctions 21st ANNUAL JAYMARANDY LIMOU- 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 SIN BULL SALE: March 31, 1:00 PM Sask. www.donsavageauctions.com time, Heartland Livestock Centre, Yorkton, SK. 2 yr. olds and yearlings, black, red, and polled. Call 204-937-4980, 204-937-4384. YEARLING SIMMENTAL BULLS: Red and Black, moderate birth weights, lots of perf 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 BIG ISLAND LOWLINES Farmfair Int. 306-237-9506, Perdue, SK. Premier Breeder. Fullblood/percentage, Black/Red Carrier, females, bulls, red “FOCUS ON THE FUTURE” Bull Sale is fullblood semen, embryos. 780-486-7553 March 29th, 2:00 PM, Alameda Auction Darrell, 780-434-8059 Paul, Edmonton AB. Mart, Alameda, SK. 60 Bulls sell. Polled Herefords, Red and Black Simmental and Simm. cross Angus Herd builders. Wintering, delivery, terms avail. For catalogues 16th ANNUAL NORTHERN BULL SALE, or information call Wheatland Cattle Co. MARCH 31, 12:00 noon. Private treaty (Vernon LaFrentz) 306-634-7765, ANL bull and female sale, yearling black and P o l l e d H e r e f o r d s ( K a r l L i s c h k a ) red Maine Anjou and Black Angus bulls and 306-487-2670 or T Bar C Cattle Co. open replacement heifers. At the farm 1/2 306-933-4200, (PL #116061). View the mile south of Beatty SK. on Hwy #368. catalogue online at www.buyagro.com Phone DONARO FARMS 306-752-6336 or 306-921-7175, email mspratt@sasktel.net EAST POPLAR SIMMENTALS have pure bred yearlings, red and RWF bulls for sale www.donarofarms.com by private treaty. Proven genetics. All bulls CANADIAN MAINE-ANJOU ASSOCIATION. will be semen tested and guaranteed. Call Power, performance and profit. For info on K y r o n a t 3 0 6 - 2 6 7 - 7 5 3 0 o r C l a i r e Maine-Anjou genetics 403-291-7077, Cal- 306-267-6056, Coronach SK. gary, AB. or www.maine-anjou.ca DOUBLE BAR D FARMS BEST OF BOTH BEST SELECTION OF MAINE-ANJOU bulls. WORLDS Annual Bull and Female Sale, 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 : March 26th at the farm, 1 PM, Grenfell, www.manitoumaineanjou.ca Gary Graham, SK. Offering 150 head of Simmental and Red Angus bulls and females. Call Ken 306-823-3432, Marsden, SK. 306-697-7204, 306-697-2474 or Richard 306-697-7298, 306-697-3038. To view catalogue: www.transconlivestock.com or MINIATURE CATTLE FOR SALE: 2 cows, 2 www.doublebardsimmental.com yearling heifers, 1 bull. Call 780-624-8595, Peace River, AB. MINIATURE 3 YR. OLD horned Hereford bull. Good breeder. 306-212-7121 or 306-467-2303, Duck Lake, SK.

RED, BLACK and Fullblood Simmental bulls. Thick, meaty, yearlings and two year olds. Semen tested, delivered and guaranteed. Reasonable prices. Sinclair’s Flying S Ranch, Spruce Lake, SK, 306-845-4440.

FRESH LONGHORN CALVES: 15 steers, 12 heifers, ready to rope, $500/head. 780-402-1355, Grande Prairie, AB.

SOUTHWEST SHOWCASE SIMMENTAL BULL SALE, Monday, April 2, 1 PM, Heartland Livestock, Swift Current, SK. 75 red and black bulls from the following consignors: EDN Simmentals 306-662-3941; Boundary Ranch 306-299-2006; X-T Simmentals 306-295-3843; Kelara Farms 306-297-8000; Crocus Simmentals 306-773-7122; Herter Simmentals 306-662-5006. Call 1-866-946-4999. View catalogue at: www.bouchardlivestock.com

6 BRED HEIFERS, asking $1500 your choice, bred to purebred Red Angus bull. Also 56 bred cows, asking $1400 your choice, March - May calving. Plumas, MB. COZY CAPS! Ear protection for newborn Call 204-871-7377. calves! Ph. 306-577-4664, 306-739-2924, 20 GOOD QUALITY Red Angus and RA Carlyle, SK. gerrybettywyatt@gmail.com Simmental cross open heifers. Complete set of vaccinations. Selling as a group, $1100/ea. 306-699-2689, Qu’Appelle, SK. CATTLE FINANCING available for feed- REGINA BULL SALE - Show: March 10th, er cattle and bred heifers/cows. Com- 2012, 11:30 AM. Sale: March 11th, 2012, petitive interest rates. Call Marjorie 11:30 AM Canada Center Arena, EVRAZ Blacklock, Stockmens Assistance Place in Regina, SK. Breeds: Limousin, Black Angus, Red Angus, Charolais and Corp., 306-931-0088, Saskatoon, SK. Hereford. View catalogue online at: CATCH, LOAD, PROCESS weight and trans- www.reginabullsale.com or for more info. port all in the safety of the Quad Roper contact: stacybullrbs@gmail.com calf catcher. 780-688-2496, Viking, AB. www.eastbrucemanufacturingltd.com RK AN IM AL S UPPL IES ca rryin g email: hitchinpost.lusk@gmail.com fu ll s to ck o fAn d is clip p ers

REG. TEXAS LONGHORN bulls. Ensure easy calving season. Call Daryl 306-296-4712, 1 YEARLING FULLBLOOD bull for sale, red or Bob 306-297-3298, Shaunavon, SK. w/goggles, good hair coat, 94 lb. BW, $2500. 306-255-7827, Colonsay, SK.

4- RED 2 yr. old South Devon bulls left, NE Alberta. Red and black yearling South Devon bulls, SE Sask. Great top lines and hindquarters. Low birthweights and birth EPDs. Sampson McGregor Stock Farm, Iron River, AB, 780-826-7077, sms@xplornet.com PUREBRED AND FULLBLOOD BULLS, 1 and 2 yr. olds, North American registry. Ph after 7 PM, 780-724-4242, Elk Point, AB SIMPLY THE BEST group of registered Red and Black bulls you will find anywhere in Canada. Thick with moderate birthweights, semen tested, halter broke. We are celebrating 30 years in South Devon. Prices start at $2000. High Chapparal Ranch, Lipton, SK., 306-336-2666.

SPRINGER BROS. LIMOUSIN have 2 year old and yearling bulls for sale. Also, pick of entire herd of cows, your choice of red or black. For details call Merv 306-272-4817, Ernie 306-272-4774, Leslie, SK. GOOD SELECTION of stout yearling and 2 yr. old red and black Limousin bulls, good disposition and calving ease; Also bred heifers. Qually-T Limousin, Rose Valley SK, 306-322-4755 or 306-322-7554.

6TH ANNUAL PROUDLY WESTERN BULL SALE: 60 Simmental yearling bulls and a select group of yearling heifers sell Saturday, March 31st, 1:00 PM at the Whitewood Auction Barn, Whitewood, SK. For more information contact one of the consignors: Johnson Stock Farms, 306-224-4272, Oak Hill Farms, 306-728-5674, Prairie Wind Farms Ltd., 306-634-4410, Scissors Creek Cattle Co., 306-735-4434 or Sun Rise Simmentals, 306-534-4700. Catalogue can be viewed at: www.transconlivestock.com.

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SELECT A BULL. Polled yearling Simmental bulls available in red or black. Birthweight from 77 lbs., Pfizer Gold and foot rot vaccinated, semen tested. Prairie View Simmentals 306-963-2517, Stalwart, SK.

a n d b la d es . SIMMENTAL/ RED ANGUS yearling bulls. Purebred Red Angus bulls, 2 yr. olds N EW RK PURE gro o m in g a n d y e a r l i n g s . Tr i p l e H R e d A n g u s p ro d u cts n o w a va ila b le. 306-723-4832, 306-726-7671, Cupar, SK. C a ll fo r d e ta ils a n d a fre e c a ta lo gu e 40 BLACK ANGUS open replacement heif1-8 00-440-26 9 4. ers. May/June born. Cow herd on Pfizer Gold program. Sires from top PB breeders. w w w .rka n im a lsu pplies.co m $1025/ea. Kuroki, SK. 306-338-2057 or 150 BLACK AND RED Angus, good quality, 306-338-7362. young bred cows. Call: 306-773-1049, OPEN REPLACEMENT HEIFERS, 48 Swift Current, SK. Simm/Hereford cross, 5 Simm/Hereford 35 CHAROLAIS/GELBVIEH CROSS cowcross Red Angus. One iron, home raised, calf pairs. Some yet to calve. Full health good quality on full herd health program. p r o g r a m . A l l o n e i r o n c a t t l e . Bill Bannerman 306-845-2893, Livelong SK 306-837-4534, Barthel, SK.

COMPLETE HERD DISPERSAL: young Black Angus purebred, not papered. Due to calve end of March, bred Black! Complete health program. Serious inquiries. Rose Valley, SK. 306-322-7672, 306-322-2227. 54TH ANNUAL MEDICINE HAT Bull Show BLACK AND RED South Devon bulls, year- and Sale. Show Tuesday, March 13, 5 PM, lings, and 2 yr. old; also Angus/South Dev- Sale Wednesday, March 14, 1 PM. 112 on cross bulls. 403-566-2467, Duchess, Herford and Angus bulls on offer. For more AB., dmrranching@gmail.com info call 403-834-2632, Medicine Hat, AB. DLMS available or to view pictures of the bulls at www.medicinehatbullsale.com 49 NICE RED/RBF REPLACEMENT heifers, 1st ANNUAL ALL CANADIAN SPECKLE asking $1175 OBO. Can keep until end of PARK and Angus Bull And Female March. Delivery available. 306-242-0219 Sale, Sunday, March 18, 2 PM, Neilburg, or 306-221-9212, Delisle, SK. SK. Featuring 40 Speckle Park yearling bulls and 20 Black Angus bulls as well as Angus and Speckle Park commercial heifers. Jason Goodfellow 306-893-4620, John Herbert 306-893-4096, Dave Gray S u per Repla cem en t Heifers 306-826-5560 or T Bar C 306-933-4200. 6 00 Blk An gu s Heifers (PL# 116061). View catalogue online at 200 BBF An gu s Heifers www.buyagro.com

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IMPORTANT GREAT YEARLING BLACK bulls for sale, seYou Pick Them ! men checked, will keep until May 1. Look W e’llPick Them ! SIMMENTAL BULLS, 35 Red and Black them up on www.mxranch.ca, email: bulls sell privately, 21 selling at South mxranch@live.ca eves: 306-823-7209, West Showcase, April 2, Swift Current. days: 306-823-4494, Neilburg, SK. S e e tha tyo u ge tw ha tyo u w a n t. EDN Simmentals, 306-662-3941, Dean’s GOOD CHOICE OF QUALITY 2 year old and C a n b e fe d u n til gra s s tim e . cell: 306-662-7036, Maple Creek, SK. yearling bulls. Semen checked. Will keep The re ’s a ve ry lim ite d KUNTZ SIMMENTAL FARM, Stoughton until April 15th. Check them out at s u pply o fthe go o d o n e s . Farms And McIntosh Livestock AnnuaL www.parranch.ca Par Ranch, Neilburg, Bull Sale, Tuesday, March 13, 1:00 PM, SK. Phone 306-823-4794, 306-285-3141 Fo r m o re in fo rm a tio n c a ll Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds, Lloyd- or (cell) 780-205-0719, 780-205-1668, S te ve a tP ri mro s e Li ve s to ck minster, SK. Selling 60 red, black fullblood Email: par.ranch@sasktel.net 8 :00 a m - 5:00 pm Simmental bulls. Semen tested, vet inpho n e 403 -3 81-3 700 spected. For information contact Trevor After 5:00 pm pho n e Kuntz 306-441-1308, Keith Stoughton 403 -3 81-3 786 o r 403 -3 82-9998 306-893-7546, Blair McIntosh 306-441-7755 or T Bar C Cattle Co. FAFARD’S MOBILE VETERINARY SERVICES 306-933-4200. (PL #116061). View cataOn-farm, large/small animals. Yorkton, SK logue online at: www.buyagro.com 306-620-6540. alainfafard@yahoo.ca

P H E A S A N T DA L E A N D H I G H WAY 5 SIMMENTALS Bull and Female Sale on Friday, March 16th, 1:00 PM at Heartland Livestock Yards, Yorkton, SK. 68 yearling and 8 long yearling bulls, all polled, red, black and fullblood. 15 replacement heifers. For info contact Lee 306-335-7553 or Trent 306-563-7509. View catalogue on line at www.hls.ca

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: TEXAS LONGHORN cross yearling steers, no horns ok. Call 403-834-2640, Irvine, AB. WANTED: CULL COWS for slaughter. For bookings call Kelly at Drake Meat Processors, 306-363-2117, ext. 111, Drake, SK.

3RD ANNUAL PRAIRIE SPRING Horse Sale, Sunday May 20th, 2012, 1:00 PM at Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, SK. We are accepting entries for quality ranch/pleasure/show geldings and mares; Well started younger geldings and mares; Brood mares, yearlings, 2yr olds and teams. Registered or grade. Entries are on-line at: www.johnstoneauction.ca and are due April 1. For more info. call Scott Johnstone, auctioneer, 306-631-0767 or G l e n G a b e l , c o n s u l t a n t / m a r ke t i n g , 306-536-1927. PL #914447. 2012 WILD ROSE DRAFT HORSE SALE, May 4th and 5th at Olds, AB. Draft horses, tack, harness, collars and horse drawn equipment are welcomed consignments. This will include equipment, harness, tack and shoes from Eddie Freitag. Contact Barb Stephenson 403-933-5765 or visit www.wrdha.com

HORSE SALE: Johnstone Auction Mart, Moose Jaw, Thursday, April 5. Tack Sells: 60 FANCY REPLACEMENT quality Black An- 2:00 PM. Horses sell: 4 PM. All classes of gus heifers- Pick from 120. Ph Kevin horses accepted. Phone: 306-693-4715. www.johnstoneauction.ca PL #91447. McCutcheon 306-668-4200, Saskatoon, SK 250 RED ANGUS and Red Angus cross, ROCKING W SPRING HORSE SALE May plus 250 Black Angus replacement heif- 19th. Tack Sale: May 18th. Ph Keystone Centre, Brandon, MB. 204-325-7237 PUREBRED SPECKLE PARK bulls and heifers. No implants, all vaccinations, approx. www.rockingw.com ers for sale at the Summit 3 Sale, Edmon- 800 lbs. Your pick at steer price. Ph Blaine ton Northlands on March 31st at 3 PM. 306-782-6022, 306-621-9751, Yorkton, SK Can be viewed at www.riverhill.ca or on POLLED HEREFORD HEIFERS- breds the farm, located near Neilburg, SK. prior and open yearlings. Also our herd bulls for P U R E B R E D 1 9 9 4 B RO O D M A R E , E c h o to sale day. Please contact Barry Ducherer dispersal. Ross Barlow, 306-567-3207, daughter, chestnut, 15 HH, proven producat 306-893-2988 or 780-205-2478 or Davidson, SK. er, $1500. Call 306-782-7477, Yorkton, SK. Floyd Whitney at 780-205-1463. 30 BRED BLACK heifers, bred Red Angus, LOW BIRTH WEIGHT YEARLING and 2 yr. due April 15. 306-675-4850, Leross, SK. old speckle park bulls for sale. Semen tested. Will keep until April 15th. Wilf Sunder- 12 BLACK BALDIE replacement heifers, av- BRED BELGIAN AND PERCHEN mares and e r a g e w e i g h t 7 5 0 l b s . P h o n e Belgian and Perchen studs. 204-436-2571, land, Paradise Valley, AB, 780-745-2694. Elm Creek, MB. 204-873-2487, Crystal City, MB. TWO BELGIAN MARES, 2 yrs. old, quiet, and halter broke, $1000 each. Phone 306-268-4533, Bengough, SK.

POLLED POLLED POLLED - Salers bulls for sale. Call Spruce Grove Salers, Yorkton, SK, 306-782-9554 or 306-621-1060.

WANTED: FEMALE MINIATURE donkeys bred or open. 306-483-7964, Frobisher, SK TWO MINIATURE JACKS, 1 and 2 years old, $100 each. 306-965-2572, 306-463-7148, Coleville, SK.

QUIET, EASY CALVING Reg. purebred red and black yearling bulls. Elderberry Farm Salers, 306-747-3302, Parkside, SK. NEW TREND SALERS Bull And FEMALE SALE, Thurs. March 15, 1:00 PM, Caluori Pavilion, Olds, AB. Offering 30 Saler bulls, Saler cross Angus bulls, and a select group of commercial and purebred females, open heifers and cow/calf pairs. For catalogues or information contact Pete 403-650-8362, Wayne 403-876-2241, Gerry 403-936-5393 or T Bar C Cattle Co. 306-933-4200 (PL #116061). View the catalogue online at: www.buyagro.com

FOR SALE: GGS 30Y POLLED fullblood bull with good EPDs. Selling at Transcon ‘Advantage Bull Sale’, March 21, 2012 at Saskatoon Livestock Sales. Other fullbloods and red factors consigned as well. For further info call: Double G Simmentals 306-963-7700, 306-963-7777, Stalwart SK

POLLED SALER BULLS, red or black, quiet, easy calving. Call Brad Dunn 306-459-7612, Ogema, SK.

BROOK’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.

SALER BULLS purebred red polled yearling easy calving bulls. 20 yr. breeding and culling program produces quiet thick bulls. Halter broken, semen tested. Delivery ava i l a b l e . C a l l A r t a n d B e t t y F r e y, 780-542-5782, Drayton Valley, AB.

WANTED: COW/CALF PAIRS. Call Lorne Davey 306-843-7606, Wilkie, SK. GRAZING FOR 60 cow/calf pairs or 120 yearlings. Cert. organic pastures. Arborfield, SK. 306-769-8908 ewr@sasktel.net

PUREBRED BLACK SIMMENTAL bulls, yearlings and 2 yr. olds. Call Brent at Shuya Simmentals 204-773-6159, Russell, MB.

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.

THE DECISION IS still black and white! 20 PB RED and black open replacement 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 heifers. Muirhead Cattle Co., Shellbrook, 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 SK, 306-763-2964 or 306-747-8192. 403-946-4635, Crossfield, AB.

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TEAM OF BELGIAN cross blonde mules, 5 and 6 yrs., 1500+ lbs., broke to drive and ride, using 24” collar, $6,000; Blonde mule, broke to drive single, $1500; QH mule, well broke to ride and drive, $4000. 204-425-3933 leave message, Zhoda, MB

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FOR SALE: 9 year old big black gelding, JERRY SHAW CUSTOM cutting saddle, very well broke; 7 year old Belgian gelding, made in Texas, 16” seat, deep pocket, florbroke. 306-862-4989, Nipawin, SK. al tooling, exc. cond., $1500 or trade for cattle squeeze or other related items. 3 YEAR OLD Percheron stallion. Black 306-263-3058, Willow Bunch, SK. w/few white hairs. Phone 204-748-1109 or 204-851-0904, Virden, MB.

AC H IEVIN G TH E BIS ON IN D US TR Y’ S VIS ION C A N A D I A N C O - O P E R AT I V E W O O L Growers, buying wool. For nearest wool collection depot or livestock supplies catalogue, 1-800-567-3693, www.wool.ca LAMING SUPPLIES CATALOGUE free upon request. Cee-Der Sheep Products, Box 1364, Lethbridge, AB. T1J 4K1. Phone 403-327-2242.

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16 HH 4 year old registered gelding start- SHEEP DEVELOPMENT BOARD offers e d . P h o n e : 7 8 0 - 6 8 8 - 2 0 2 4 , c e l l : extension, marketing services and a full 780-632-1340, Bruce, AB. line of sheep and goat supplies. 306-933-5200, Saskatoon, SK. HORSES FOR SALE: We have kids ponies, saddle horses, teams. We guarantee all our horses. 306-834-2965 or 306-834-8281, Kerrobert, SK. 7 YR OLD Paint mare, buckskin/white, BUYING WILD BOAR pigs/swine for 20 14.2 HH, $1200; 4 yr. old Paint mare, years, all sizes. 1-877-226-1395. Highest brown/white, 13.3 HH, $700; Both quiet, $$$. www.canadianheritagemeats.com well broke, easy to ride, good for kids. 306-238-4509, Goodsoil, SK. TWO CLYDE CROSS Quarter Horse teams, geldings, full brothers. Very well matched a n d we l l b r o ke . E x c e l l e n t 4 - u p . 780-787-0793, Islay, AB. 2 YR OLD black Friesian/Haflinger cross; Buckskin Fjord/Standardbred cross; Percheron gelding, 3 yrs. old; Team of 3 yr old bay mares. “We raise what we sell”. 306-682-2899, Humboldt, SK. TEAM OF BLACK Percheron cross mares, 15.1 HH, broke to drive, in foal, $3500 for team. 306-743-2702, Langenburg, SK. WWW.ELLIOTTCUTTINGHORSES.COM 35 Plus years of training, showing, sales, clinics, lessons. Clifford and Sandra Elliott. Paynton, SK. Phone 306-895-2107. COLT STARTING. Booking now to start in May. Journals of daily activity and videos of start, middle and end of training included. Exposure to cattle if desired. Picture Butte, AB, 403-892-2470. 4 DRAFT MARES, bred Mammoth Jack, priced $2200 takes all. Also horse equipment and harness. 306-453-2843, Carlyle.

WANTED: HORSE DRAWN sleigh, set up for unrolling round bales. Please call 519-367-2627 or 226-230-2587 or send pictures to: bigred_farmer_@hotmail.com

CAIN QUAM SPRING HORSE CLINICS. Cutting Clinic, April 6, 7, 8. Colt Starting Clinic, April 20, 21, 22. Ranch Roping Clinic, April 27, 28, 29. Horsemanship Clinic, May 19, 20, 21. Kendal SK., 1 hr. east of Regina. Indoor arena. Horses for sale. www.quamperformancehorses.com Phone 306-424-2034. CANADIAN FARRIER SCHOOL: Gary Johnston, www.canadianfarrierschool.ca Email gary@canadianfarrierschool.ca Phone: 403-359-4424, Calgary, AB. CERTIFIED FARRIER. Holdfast, SK. Call Jacob at: 306-488-4408. C L AY P O O L J U N I O R S T E E R R I D I N G SCHOOL, Fort. Qu’Appelle, SK, April 21 and 22. Beginner-Advanced. Tuition $230. $100 deposit by April 15. Contact Dale Claypool, 306-775-2709, 306-529-9391 or Shylo Claypool, 306-695-3600, Regina, SK. e-mail: shylo_c@yahoo.ca

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

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NORTHFORK- INDUSTRY LEADER for over 15 years, is looking for finished Bison, grain or grass fed. “If you have them, we want them.” Make your final call with Northfork for pricing! Guaranteed prompt payment! 514-643-4447, Winnipeg, MB. PURCHASING ALL AGES and classes of Bison. Prompt payment. Bruce, Youngstown, SALMONELLA ENTERITIDIS INSURANCE AB. 403-651-7972 or 403-779-2218. for breeders, pullets, layers, and broilers. QUILL CREEK BISON has 400- 2010 Underwritten by world wide leading under- breeding heifers. Raised right for breeding. writer, Lloyd’s. Contact 1-800-465-5242 or Can deliver. 306-231-9110, Quill Lake, SK. astro@astro-insurance.com 25 PLAINS 2010 open heifers, approx. 800 lbs., dehorned, shots up-to-date, very, quiet, would make good breeding heifers, $2250 ea. Ed 403-815-2052, Millarville, AB CHECK OUT www.bergshatchery.com for new 2012 breed listings. New Cornish Grazers, ideal for free range roasters. Call 204-773-2562, Russell, MB.

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. Discounted hotel rooms (book by Mar 1).

GALLAGHER WEIGH SYSTEM, like new animal weighing and data collection system. Includes TSI indicator and Supur HD hydraulic squeeze chute loadbars. Ph 780-385-8866, Viking, AB. 2006 LUCKNOW 2160 vertical mixer w/scale, good condition, $16,000 OBO. SHAVINGS: Manufactured from kiln dried 306-786-3899, Yorkton, SK. Pine. Highly compressed 4’x4’x4’ bales that hold 325 cu. ft. each. Makes premium quality bedding for large and small animals and poultry. Low dust, very soft and absorbent. Size, 3/4” and under. Call for truck load quotes. Wholesale prices direct from the plant. Can ship anywhere up to 60 bales per load. Call Tony 250-372-1494 or Ron 250-804-3305, Chase, BC, or web: www.britewood.ca

FROSTFREE NOSEPUMPS: Energy free solution to livestock watering. No heat or power required. Prevents backwash. Grants available. 1-866-843-6744. www.frostfreenosepumps.com MORAND LIVESTOCK HANDLING system, includes squeeze chute w/palpation cage, 3 alleys, sorting gate, and 20’ tub. Excellent condition, asking $9,000. Phone Glenn at 204-385-3131, Gladstone, MB. 1994 IHC, single axle, c/w 490-14 rotomix feed box in good condition. 403-795-2850 for details, Coaldale, AB. 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. USED 20” ROSKAMP GRAIN ROLLER, with 10 HP electric motor, good condition. Call 780-385-8866, Viking, AB. HIGHLINE 6600 bale processor, rebuilt main drum, good shape. Asking $5000 OBO. 306-856-4545, Outlook, SK. LUCKNOW 285 4-auger mixer wagon, always shedded, good shape. 306-735-2843, 306-735-8388 cell, Whitewood, SK.

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38 MATURE COWS EXPOSED to bulls WANTED: HORSE DRAWN JD high wagon $1500/ea. Ready to go. Champion, AB. and box. Must be shedded and in good Cell 403-485-0059. shape. 204-859-2508, Rossburn, MB. MANY BONE BISON CO-OP is a gov’t GEORGE’S HARNESS & SADDLERY, makers backed livestock loan guarantee program. of leather and nylon harness. Custom sad- Finance is avail. for bred or feeder bison. dles, tack, collars, neck yoke, double trees. Call Tricia 306-885-2241. Also ask about www.georgesharnessandsaddlery.com Call the gov’t interest rebate for feeders. For 780-663-3611, Ryley, AB. Sask. Residents only. Sedley, SK. THE LIVERY STABLE, for harness sales and B I S O N C A LV E S W A N T E D . P h o n e repairs. 306-283-4580, 306-262-4580, 306-646-7743, Fairlight, SK. Langham, SK. IRISH CREEK BISON has select 2010 Plains, Wood and Wood cross breeding stock (male and female), and 48 bred 2 yr. old heifers. 780-853-2024, 780-581-0564, Vermilion, AB. ELK VALLEY RANCHES, buying all ages of feeder bison. Call Frank 780-846-2980, Kitscoty, AB or elkvalley@xplornet.com CUTTERS, BOBLEIGHS, BUGGIES, wagons, BISON AUCTION- CLOVERLEAF Bison and carts; Also harness for miniatures up Auction, March 14th, 11:00 AM. We currently have approx. 300 head of top to QH size. 306-483-7964, Frobisher, SK. quality calves and yearlings from reputable BLACK PARADE SADDLE, bridle and breast consignors! Consign your bison to this collar, $1000; Web harness w/bridles, auction and maximize your return! Pen chrome trim, $1000; 2 team bridles, brass space still available. Call Brendan today to trim, $80 each; 2 team bridles chrome book your orders or register to bid online. trim, $100 each. 306-656-4600, Harris, SK. Kramer Auctions Ltd., North Battleford, SK. 6- 22” LONG straw horse collars, 4 match- 306-445-5000, SKLD #116400. ing leather traces w/swivel heel chains; FIFTY (50) 2011 Bison calves. Phone: bale sleigh, all steel for feeding big round 306-236-4733 or 306-236-9266, Meadow bales with a team, 12 volt winch, very well Lake, SK. made. 306-845-2690, Turtleford, SK. 35’ FEATHERLITE STOCK TRAILER, cusFORE CARTS, WAGONS, SLEIGH and tom made for hauling hard antlered elk, shoeing stock, exc. equipment. Will send whitetail or bison. 5 compartments, pics. Call Bill Frisch eves. 204-379-2822. (3) 7000 lb. axles. Priced for quick sale, 1/2 hr. south of Portage La Prairie, MB. $20,000 firm. 780-975-4020, Gibbons, AB.

BRANDT BALE SHREDDER in working condition, $4000 OBO. 780-352-4388, 780-387-6356 cell, Falun, AB. 1974 NH 357 mixmill, power bale feeder, big tires, Magnet, knives never turned, always stored indoors, excellent condition, $4,000. 306-228-7600, Unity, SK.

AL LENYUS ELK-RITE 2100 squeeze; elk NV modular handling facility, holds 25 cows, kept inside, $7500 for both. Phone 306-691-0122, Moose Jaw, SK.

SVEN ROLLER MILLS. Built for over 40 years. PTO/elec. drive, 40 to 1000 bu./hr. Example: 300 bu./hr. unit costs $1/hr. to run. Rolls peas and all grains. We regroove and repair all makes of mills. Apollo Machine, 306-242-9884 or 1-877-255-0187, www.apollomachineandproducts.com 2007 TRIOLIET VERTICAL feed mixer 18 cu. meters, twin screws, used for 1 load/day, 1 , 0 0 0 P TO. A s k i n g $ 2 9 , 5 0 0 . P h o n e ANDRES TRUCKING. Call us for a quote 403-783-2947, Ponoka, AB. PRODUCER OWNED Canadian Prairie Bison today. 306-224-2088, Windthorst, SK. is paying TOP DOLLAR FOR ELK to supBISON WANTED - Canadian Prairie Bison ply our growing markets. Give Roger a call is looking to contract grain finished bison before you sell, 306-468-2316. for a growing market in Canada, US and Europe. Paying top market $$ for all animals. For more information contact Roger Provencher, roger@cdnbison.com or 306-468-2316. Join our Producer-owned bison company and enjoy the benefits. TOP PRICES for grain finished bison. Phone Pieter at Carmen Creek Bison 80 IDEAS, plus layouts, for low cost one403-215-2321, Calgary, AB. E-mail: m 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 . pieter.spinder@carmencreek.com www.OneManCorrals.com 11- 2011 BULLS, avg. 502 lbs.; 4- 2011 FREEDSTANDING 21’ CORRAL PANELS, heifers, average 433 lbs., off hay and large variety of styles and weights for catsnow. Entire herd is Registered Foundation tle, horse, bison, sheep, goats, mini horsPlains. Hollyrock Bison, Tony Boldt, es. Prices $149, $159, $179, $199, $219, 306-933-4712, Saskatoon, SK. $239, $269, $289. Also 5.5’, 7’, 10’ light HERD DISPERSAL: 41 exposed cows and 2 weight in a variety of styles and heights. breeding bulls, $2500 each. Plus non climbing goat panels. Lots of 306-843-7234, Rockhaven, SK. heavier weight 10’ panels in a variety of pipe sizes and heights. Windbreak frames, TOP QUALITY semen tested 2 and 3 year $399. www.affordablebarns.com Jack old Plains breeding bulls. MFL Ranches, Taylor, days or evenings, 1-866-500-2276. 403-747-2500, Alix, AB.

SAGEBRUSH TRAIL RIDES. Writing-OnStone. Register: June 29th. Ride- June 30th, July 1, 2, 3rd. Earl Westergreen 403-529-7597, Les O’Hara 403-867-2360. 2009 AND 2010 Pure Wood bulls. Winter www.sagebrushtrailrides.com pricing. Call Viking Bison 306-874-7590, Naicam, SK.

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. 2001 FARM AID 550 feed mixer wagon, $16,000 OBO. 403-834-3755, Irvine, AB.

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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 NEW HI-HOG PORTABLE loading chute w/transport. 306-538-4487, Kennedy, SK. www.parksidefarmandranch.com BALE KING 3110, right hand discharge, 1000 PTO, 40 bu., grain tank, good condition. Call Larry for price and picture. 204-734-4665, Swan River, MB.

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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 cap., 10,000 lb. rolled grain, exc. cond, always stored inside! $42,000. Jordan 403-627-9300 anytime, Pincher Creek, AB. 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. BULL CLIPPING CHUTE made from a Mr. Squeeze, $800 OBO. Can email pics. ivan@prettyview.net or call 306-563-5099 Canora, SK. 2010 ROUND MATERNITY PEN; Tractor pulled bale trailer, fits 23 large round bales w/automatic hitch in tractor, 3 PTH; 2 0 0 2 S o u t h l a n d s t o c k t r a i l e r. 403-844-1194, Caroline, AB. WIL-RICH VIBRASHANK 27â&#x20AC;&#x2122; cultivator; 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Vibrashank cultivator; and a 358 NH mixmill. 204-535-2146, Baldur, MB. 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 PTO DRIVEN ROLLING MILL, 250 bu/hr. 306-376-2132, 306-221-8500, Meacham, SK. BRANDT 2007 BALE COMMANDER VSF-X, well equipped, next to new. 306-369-2708, Bruno, SK. PAYSEN LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT INC. We manufacture an extensive line of cattle handling and feeding equipment including squeeze chutes, adj. width alleys, crowding tubs, calf tip tables, maternity pens, gates and panels, bale feeders, Bison equipment, Texas gates, steel water troughs 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 FARM KING #85 rollermill, magnets elec. 7 HP, 230 motor, 4â&#x20AC;? 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. VARIOUS LENGTHS of 5â&#x20AC;? drag hose, complete lot, $2000. 204-243-2453, High Bluff, MB. 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

PRO-CERT ORGANIC SYSTEMS Royalty free organic certifier. Family owned, experienced, affordable. Phone 306-382-1299 or email info@pro-cert.org Saskatoon SK. CANADA ORGANIC CERTIFIED by OCIA Canada. The ultimate in organic integrity for producers, processors and brokers. Call Ruth Baumann, 306-682-3126, Humboldt, SK, rbaumann@ocia.org, www.ocia.org ECOCERT CANADA organic certification for producers, processors and brokers. Call the western office 306-873-2207, Tisdale, SK, email rusty.plamondon@ecocert.com ORGANIC PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION of Manitoba Cooperative (OPAM) Nonprofit, member owned organic certification body. Certifying producers, processor and brokers since 1988, Miniota, MB. Contact 204-567-3745, info@opam-mb.com

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 1999 HIGHLINE BALE PRO 6800, exc. cond., under 500 bales, $6,500 OBO; also creep feeder; 1994 JD 1400A haybine; 1996 JD 535 baler. Call 306-426-2163, Smeaton, SK.

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GRAZING FOR 60 cow/calf pairs or 120 yearlings. Cert. organic pastures. ArborWANTED: ORGANIC FEED - wheat, field, SK. 306-769-8908 ewr@sasktel.net barley, rye and oats for immediate de- WANTED: ORGANIC CALVES, Stockers 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 from 600- 900 lbs. Also producers remem306-652-4529, Saskatoon, SK. ber to certify cows and calves for 2012. WANTED: ORGANIC hard red spring Kelley 306-767-2640, Clem 306-862-7416, wheat and durum, for immediate Ted 519-868-8445, Zenon Park, SK. 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. ORGANIC SEED: cert. Vimy flax, yellow peas, high yield feed barley, large green PSYCHIC HEALER. Fix all problems: Love, lentils, high germ. and 0 disease. life, business, job, gambling, remove spell, 306-259-4982, 306-946-7446, Young, SK. and general protection. Fast results and Guaranteed. Phone 306-209-2417. FARMER DIRECT CO-OP invites all organic farmers to attend our Spring Marketing Meeting: Friday March 16th, 1:30-4:30 PM at 2054 Broad Street (upstairs) in Regina, SK. Contracts available for 2012 Barley, Flax, Lentils and Hemp. Please call GT2006 GOPHER TRAPS by Lees Trap306-352-2444 for more information. works Ltd. See them in action at M&M ORGANIC MARKETING is buying: www.leestrapworks.com $17 each. Call feed wheat, feed flax, organic oats (milling 306-677-7441, Swift Current, SK. and feed), feed peas, soy beans, feed barley. 204-379-2451, St. Claude, MB. COMMON YELLOW MUSTARD, 91% germi- MALE WIDOWER SEEKS female comnation. 306-323-4916 ask for Mickey, Nai- panion in her 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. I live in a medium sized cam, SK. urban setting in Southwest Sask. I am 81, QUINOA PRODUCTION CONTRACTS 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;11, 190 lbs., in excellent health, energetnow available. Call Northern Quiona ic, semi-retired. I like sports, reading, computer construction research and am 306-542-3949, Kamsack, SK. active in the community. Non smoker. WANTED: FIELD run organic buckwheat Please reply to: Box 5564, c/o Western and barley, B-train loads. 250-838-6684, Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4. Enderby, BC. e-mail: roell@nowcom.ca SINGLE WOMAN WANTS single male partCERTIFIED ORGANIC OAT SEED, 99% ner, no smoking, social drinker, 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s germ., $7/bu. picked -up . Cal l Mike (young at heart), to live life. Send reply 306-872-4310, 306-874-8032, Naicam, SK. and photo please to: Box 5571, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4. WANTED: LADY non-smoker, non drinker. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m mid 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, non-drinker, non smoker, like to travel and live in Okanagan, BC. Send photo. Reply to: Box 5567, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4.

STEEL VIEW MFG.: 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; portable windbreaks, HD self-standing panels, silage/ hay bunks, feeder panels. Quality portable 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 306-493-2300, Delisle, SK. RENN FEED MIXER 1316, 4 auger, good cond. Have brackets etc. to convert to an electric driven stationary unit. $8500 OBO. 780-499-5990 cell, Legal, AB. CALL YOUNGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EQUIPMENT Inc. for all your livestock equipment needs. Regina, SK. 1-800-803-8346, Ask for Ron or Kevin.

TWO RED HEELER pups, male. Call Robin, PELICAN LAKE SW, MB. cabins for sale, 780-387-2354, Millet, AB. lakefront building lots, lake view RV sites, cabin rentals. Call Fay 204-537-2270. KUVASZ/PYRANEES PUPPIES born Jan. www.pelicanlakeriviera.ca 8th, 8 males and 6 females, farm raised, $300/ea. 403-502-9470, Medecin Hat, AB.

YELLOW BLOSSOM SWEET CLOVER seed, cert. organic, cleaned, bagged. Borden, SK, 306-652-7095, 306-961-7122 cell ORGANIC CERTIFIED WHEAT, cleaned and bagged, 55 lbs., excellent baking variety. Phone 306-931-2826, 306-290-4920 cell, Martensville, SK. ORGANIC BROWN FLAX, 1800 bu.; Organic cleaned brown flax 150 bu., good germ. 204-722-2023, McAuley, MB. HAY AND GRASS bales, flax, wheat and barley straw, 4x4 and 3x4 bales, delivery available. 403-223-8164 or 403-382-0068, Taber, AB.

WHITE MALE LIVES on a small mixed farm, soon to retire. 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;? 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 70â&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. GOOD LOOKING SOUTHERN Alberta cattle rancher, mid aged, looking for a slim attractive lady, any race, for long term relationship. If you like a ranch, cows, horses, and guitars reply to: Box 5593, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4

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INSULATED AND HEATED for 4 season use, 421 Mistusinne Crescent, Mistusinne Beach, SK., 4 miles S of Elbow on Diefenbaker Lake, $284,500. Open kitchen/living room, 3 bdrms, 4 pc. bath, attach garage w/direct entrance (could be additional living area). Fridge, stove, freezer, beds, linens and many other items included. Negotiable items are a 17.5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Playtime boat with Volvo inboard motor and a Honda 300 4x4 ATV. Call Ron Thompson 306-221-8112, Royal LePage Saskatoon Real Estate to arrange to see this terrific property.

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USED MIDLAND 70-1337 VHF 2-way radios, 1 yr. warranty, small, exc. shape, $250. New Vertex radios. Antennas and radio repairs. Glenn, Future Communications, 306-949-3000, Regina.

4 BDRM. BUNGALOW, Saskatoon, SK., Lawson Heights, 1590 sq. ft., many extras and upgrades, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces- 1 wood, 1 gas insert, double att. garage, RV parking, $389,900. Must see, must sell! 306-242-2643. HOUSE TO BE MOVED from Holden, AB. area. Approx. 1100 sq. ft., older 3 bdrm bungalow, $15,000 OBO. To be moved off by May 2012. Buyer responsible for all associated moving costs. Call for more info and pics 780-632-1161 or 780-688-2147.

TIMBERLANE RESORT, (COMOX Valley) Vancouver Island, BC. 2.2 acre walk-on waterfront resort on sandy Saratoga Beach. 10 fully self contained units, 6 newer studio suites (7 yrs old) plus 4 rustic cabins. Full package avail., prime waterfront. Priced at $2.3 million. Neil Wood r o w, R oy a l L e p a g e C o m o x Va l l e y, www.woodrowgroup.com 250-338-3349 or view www.timberlanebeachresort.com SHUSWAP COUNTRY ESTATES. Mfd. homes starting at $69,900. Retire with usâ&#x20AC;Ś on timeâ&#x20AC;Ś on budget. 250-835-2366 www.shuswapcountryestates.com Salmon Arm, BC.

FOR SALE: 1710 4th Ave., Humboldt, SK. 27,812 sq. ft. warehouse, five dock doors and one grade door. Compacted gravel fenced compound. Ideal for owner / u s e r, i n v e s t o r a n d / o r d e v e l o p e r. $750,000. Ken 306-933-2929 for inquiries. DELISLE, SK, 4.5 acres, industrial 5000 sq. ft. building, 300 amp power, included is cement batch plant, taxes $1900 yearly. Located across golf course. Price $399,000. 306-493-2222.

UKC REG. AMERICAN PITBULL TERRIER pups, 2 males, 1 female, first shots, vet checked, asking $800, available now. 403-664-2265, 403-664-0671, Oyen, AB. REG. GERMAN SHEPHERD pups, first 40X50 HEATED SHOP w/fenced comshots, vet checked. Call 306-287-4063, pound. Shop has 2 bathrooms, 2 offices Englefeld, SK, k.d.altermatt@bogend.ca and two-12x14 overhead doors, $385,000 CKC NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND pups, OBO. Moose Jaw, SK. 306-692-1999. first shots, vet checked, dew claws, micro chipped, DOB Jan. 26th, $700 each. 306-236-6130 evenings, Meadow Lake, SK. GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Year round cabin in Ramsey Bay at Weyakwin Lake, SK. 3 bdrm. w/guest house. 1 row back from CHOCOLATE LAB PUPPIES, Vet checked, lake, double attached garage, lots of wildf i r s t s h o t s , $ 3 5 0 . 3 0 6 - 9 6 2 - 4 4 3 6 , life and fishing, $180,000. Adam Schmalz, Schmalz Real EstateÂŽ, 306-981-5341. 306-962-7568, Eston, SK.

SEMI RETIRED, 60 yr. old single, attractive, white male, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 175 lbs., smoker and social drinker, living on nice farm in Edmonton area. Interests incl. country music, dancing, rodeos, antiques and travelling. Well traveled to winter resorts. Seeking attractive, slim, well proportioned white female btwn. 50 and 65 yrs. for companionship. Prefer female from farm background. Reply to with recent photo and phone number. Box 5565, c/o West- WOLF CROSS PUPPIES, 2 males, 4 females, ready to go, vaccinated and vet ern Producer, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 2C4. TRADE AND EXPORT Canada Inc. now checked. 780-383-3805, Warspite, AB. buying feed oats, flax and feed peas. NORWEIGAN ELKHOUND PUPS, 1st Quick pay. Contact Lorna 1-877-339-1959. shots, de-wormed, vet checked. Born Jan. WANTED: BUYING ORGANIC screenings, 11, 2012, $300. 306-259-2129, Young, SK. delivered. Loreburn, SK. Prompt payment. ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NOT EASY Being Single. Love Is Possible... Camelot Introductions is a BORDER COLLIE CROSS pups, all black 306-644-4888 or 1-888-531-4888 ext. 2 successful Matchmaking Service serving w/white paws, 8 weeks old, $25/ea. MB and SK. All clients are interviewed in 306-493-2353, Vanscoy, SK. person. We have 18 years experience and have matched 1000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of people. Interviews in Regina and Saskatoon are being held April 6th to 8th. Call now to book NEW ZEALAND HEADING DOG pups your appointment with award winning born Dec 28. Ready to go, first shots and Matchmaker: 204-888-1529. Must be dewormed. From working parents working non-smoker and able to pass criminal b o t h c a t t l e a n d s h e e p . B r y a n check. www.camelotintroductions.com 250-296-0047, 150 Mile House, BC. or COUNTRY INTRODUCTIONS: Genuine crdogs@xplornet.com matchmaker service. No pictures of cli- PYRENEES PUPS, born Oct. 9th, 2011. ents, as normal single people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t adver- Raised w/sheep by working parents. All tise with their picture. In 22 years of busi- shots. 306-285-3639, fadavis@sasktel.net ness, 5 couples have come forward with their pictures for promotion of my compa- CATHOULA CROSS BLUE HEELER puppies, ny. Confidential and personal service. excellent working dogs, tri-colored, blue eyes. 306-895-2090, Paynton, SK. 1-800-247-4399. NODRICKS SEEDS, has organic and conventional forage/grass seeds for your spring planting. Custom blends available. Organic custom cleaning available. Phone 306-873-2345, Tisdale, SK. Or email: marketing.nnsl@sasktel.net ORGANIC CLEANED SEED wheat, newer variety; Organic cleaned seed oats, newer 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.

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READY TO MOVE HOMES, 1490 sq. ft., $136,000 plus tax and delivery. CSA approved. Contact Ken Penner 701-330-3372, 204-327-5575, Altona, MB, candlewood@wiband.ca NEW 2010- 16x76 3 bed., 2 bath. modular home, appliances included. $62,900. Call TO BE MOVED: 1500 sq. ft. 1.5 storey, 4 bdrm, 1 bath home. Newer siding, shingles Darcy, 306-773-3358, Swift Current, SK. and windows. In good shape, $10,000 900 SQ. FT., 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 16x60 OBO. 306-459-2230, Pangman, SK. modular home, great condition, set up, s k i r t e d , m o v e - i n r e a d y, $ 5 9 , 9 0 0 . 306-773-3358, Swift Current, SK. HOUSE FOR SALE in Mesa, AZ. 3444 North MEDALLION HOMES 1-800-249-3969 Tuscany Circle. Located in the beautiful Immediate delivery: New 16’ and 20’ gated community of Las Sendas. 2451 sq. modular homes; Also used 14’ and 16’ ft. 2 storey w/pool and hot tub. Built in homes. Now available: Lake homes. 1999. For more info call 306-487-7993 or Medallion Homes, 306-764-2121, Prince email lisaag@signaldirect.ca Albert, SK.

SHERWOOD MODULAR HOMES, SRI factory built, 16’, 20’, 22’, sectionals. Full set-up and service in house. Phone Regina 1-866-838-7744. Estevan 1-877-378-7744. WANTED TO PURCHASE: good used 14’ and 16’ wide mobile homes. Call Bob at 306-249-2222 or 306-220-4670.

1996 SRI 16x80 mobile home, 14x14 porch with Regency wood stove. Vaulted ceilings w/kitchen skylight. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, includes appliances and central air. Home is in good condition, for removal June 1st, $58,000. Serious inquires only. 306-243-2068, Macrorie, SK.

HOUSE FOR SALE, $54,900, Wishart, SK. 1140 sq. ft. 3 bedroom bungalow built 1961, several upgrades. 18’x32’ detatched garage, large lot 216x136’. 306-576-2069. dba@sasktel.net

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LICENSED BUFFALO RANCH for sale. 1440 acres total, 900 acres cultivated, Buick Creek, BC. 250-782-9448. FOR LEASE in spring 2012, cattle ranch in Dog Creek, BC. Over 3000 acres deeded, 100 acres hay fields, range permit 673 AUM. Phone 250-256-7560. CUSTOM LOG HOME w/suite, Greenwood, BC, $529,000. Water lic., gravity feed, outbuildings, fenced, well, 70 view acres. Info/pics 250-445-6642, lbfolvik@telus.net

BEAUTIFUL SOUTH OKANAGAN Ranch 20 min. to Penticton, 20 min. to Apex Ski Resort, 10 min. to Twin Lake Golf Resort. 212 acres deeded, 170 acres irrigated hay, large beautiful Alpine grazing license attached, 578 AUM. Trout stream running through property, pristine plentiful water. 1700 sq. ft. home, 80x50x16’ insulated shop with living quarters, 36x80’ machine shed, 50x36’ horse barn w/heated tack room, plus numerous top quality outbuildings, corrals and wells. Deeded property on both sides of Hwy. 3A. Excellent location for farmgate sales. Wonderful opportunity, $1.75 million. Penticton, BC. 403-715-3515 or 403-634-8070.

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 1 QUARTER, SW 33-47-18 W4, 14 miles NE of Camrose, 2-1/2 miles off pavement, partial fence, 120 acres broke, power, natural gas avail. at road. 780-336-2385. DAWSON CREEK SW- 3500 acres, 1 block, good fence, lots of water, handles 500 cow/calf pairs. Albert Dallaire, Royal LePage Casey Realty, Peace River, AB., 780-625-6767. FLAGSTAFF COUNTY Central Alberta Seven quarters mixed farm near Heisler, AB. Home half has pipeline revenue. Phone 780-889-2126. WANTED: HIGH ASSESSED cultivated land, anywhere in Saskatchewan/Alberta. Phone 780-836-2044, cell 780-836-9600. 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. 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.

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USED EQUIPMENT TILLAGE

Bourgault FH536-40 .................................................... $19,900 Bourgault 135 ‘96, load/unload, hydraulic fan ............... $8,900 Bourgault 2115, load/unload.......................................... $4,500 Bourgault 2130 “Special” ‘96, ld/unload, RTH ............... $5,950 Bourgault 2155, ‘95 ....................................................... $9,900 2 - Bourgault 3225, ‘94 & ‘96 ...................................... $19,900 03 - Bourgault 5710 ‘06 -’98, Call............Starting @ $44,900 Bourgault 8810, ‘02, 10” Series I MRB, gang pkrs, 330 tri p ....................................................................... $44,900 NH P1060, ‘09 .............................................................. $69,900 Flexicoil 5000 ‘97, 57’, 3/4” carbide, 3.5” steel pkrs .... $29,900 Flexicoil 5000 ‘95, 57’, 7” sp, 3” stl pkr, sng sht .......... $34,900 Flexicoil 3450, ‘97, load/unload .................................... $34,900 Flexicoil 2320, ‘98, semi hopper, sng fan ...................... $19,900 Flexicoil 1610 Plus, load/unload, tow hitch .................. $11,900 Bourgault 7400, 70’ ....................................................... $6,900 Bourgault 7200 ‘10, 84’, 9/16” tines, 21.5X16L ........... $44,900 IHC 496, ‘82 disc, 32’ .................................................... $27,900 Bourgault 6000, 90’, used for 1,000 acres, 7/16 tine, 11Lx15F1 .................................................................... $38,500 Riteway 8178, ‘07, 78’, approx 23” tires, hyd tire angle adj ..................................................................... $34,900

TRACTORS

Fendt 712V ‘09, CVT, loaded, approx 1001 hrs ...........$149,900 Fendt 412 ‘05, w/460 ldr, 2563 hrs ............................... $89,900 Fendt 926 ‘02, frt 3pt & PTO, 3000 hrs .......................$159,000 JD 9200 ‘01, 2750 original hrs.....................................$109,000 MF 5480 ‘08, w/ldr, 1250 hrs ........................................ $89,900 NH 9060 ‘08, 492 hrs ..................................................$279,900 NH 9050 ‘09, 1397 hrs ................................................$269,900 2 - NH 9880 ‘94, call, 6500 & 6771 hrs .....Starting @ $89,900 NH 9882, perf mon, 710/38 metrics, approx 4157 hrs .$119,900 NH 9682, ‘97, 20.8x42 triples, 1 owner, 4582 hrs ......... $99,000 NH TJ450 ‘05, 2156 hrs ..............................................$179,900 Vers 435 ‘11, PTO PS, 900/70R38 duals FS Cat 16 spd PS .......................................................................$299,000 Vers 375 ‘10, Good year tires, 710/70R38 duals, 427 hrs .....................................................................$199,000

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SPRAYERS

Spra Coupe 4655, ‘08, 80’, HID lights, 320 rear tires .... $99,000 Spra Coupe 4640, ‘02, 80’, auto, hitch, trip nozzles, Outback S2W E Drive, 950 hrs..................................... $69,900 Spra Coupe 3640 ‘97, 2000 hrs.................................... $39,000 Spra Coupe 3430 ‘94, 300 gal, foam, 2500 hrs ............ $29,900

HARVESTING

3 - A86 ‘10 & ‘09, 429 hrs & up, call for details ...........$299,000 R76 ‘09 w/4200 hdr, loaded ........................................$299,000 R66 ‘10, 16.9x26 rear tires, 900/60R32 frt, 247 hrs .....$269,000 R66 ‘09, beacon lts w/sensor, sep cage, chrm, high hyd reel fore/aft, HID lt, hella, R1 FS, 900/60R32 R1W 16.9x26 10 ply, stone trap, fine cut chpr, hyd sprdr sngl, 12” deck ext, 240 hrs .......................................$259,000 2 - R75, ‘08, 635 hrs & up ...........................................$249,500 R75, ‘05, Y&M, 1062 hrs ............................................$179,000 R75 ‘03 w/4000 hdr, Rakeup, 14” auger, yield & moisture, loaded,1249 hrs .........................................$159,000 R75 ‘03, SM pu, hi-wire sep grate, E-Z close stone trap, chrm helical bars, 1435 hrs........................................$149,000 R65 ‘08, w/4200 hdr, yield moisture & map, GB sensor, ladder deck ext, spout for 14”, 484.4 hrs ..................$259,000 R65 ‘08, 14” unload auger, fine cut chpr, HID lights, yield, moisture & GPS, 707 hrs ..................................$179,000 R65, ‘07, 850 hrs .........................................................$199,000 R65, ‘03, 14” unload, hi-wire sep grate, fine cut chpr, hyd straw sprdr, 1906 hrs ..........................................$149,000 R62, ‘01, 30.5 rubber, fine cut chpr, hyd sprdr, 14’ Swathmaster approx. 1600 hrs ..................................$109,000 R62, ‘00, SM pu, fine cut chpr, elec concave adj ............ $99,000 Case 1680 ‘91, rebuilt, w/Rake-up pu............................ $34,900 MF 9795 ‘10, 350 bu, adj strng axle, CL8 beacon lt, bin sensor deck ext 145” tread, HID lt, hella, elec adj, 28Lx26 R1, adj, FS 900/60R32 R1W, Mav chpr ..........$299,000 3 - MF 9795 ‘09, heavy duty axle, 28Lx26 rear, 18.4R42 duals, Y&M, airfoil chaffer, Redekop Mav chpr, HID lights, add. hyd outlet ...............................................$279,000

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‘11 Rogator 1396, factory 120’ boom, 1300 gal, Viper Pro loaded GPS, 2 sets of tires . $315,000 ‘09 Rogator 1286C, 120’, 1200 gal, Viper Pro, loaded, GPS, 1121 hrs, 2 sets of tires ... $289,000 ‘09 Rogator, 1286C gal, 110’ boom, 1045 hrs, Viper Pro, auto boom, Accuboom, Smartrax, 2 sets of tires ........................................................................................... $289,000 ‘09 Rogator, 1084 gal, 110’ boom, 1139 hrs, auto boom, viper pro, Accuboom, Smartrax, 2 sets of tires ........................................................................................... $245,000 ‘10 Spra-Coupe 7660, Viper, Oro, AccuBoom, AutoBoom, 90’, 3 way nozzles, 181 hrs, two sets of tires ....................................................................................................... $215,000 ‘09 Spra-Coupe 7660, 90’, 725 gal, Outback GPS, Auto Boom, 3 way nozzles, 245 hrs .................................................................................................................... $195,000 ‘06 AgShield 7700, 1200 gal, 120’ boom, auto boom .................................................... $29,000 ‘03 Eagle 8500, 800 gal, 110’, boom, 2 way nozzles, foam markers, mid tech GPS, loaded ...................................................................................................................... $149,900 ‘98 William 8400, 1642 hrs, 1000 g SS, 90’ crop dividers, two sets of tires ................... $79,000 ‘95 Rogator 854, 800 gal poly, 90’ boom, 3 way nozzle, two sets of tires, S + 360 ........ $69,500

AIR DRILLS

‘00 Flexi-Coil 7500, 10” sp, 5” packers, paired row stealth openers, c/w 7240 Tow Between Tank............................................................................................................. $59,000 Flexi-Coil 5000, 51’ c/w 2320 tow behind tank, rubber packers, single shoot w/sideband ................................................................................................................ $69,000 ‘05 Ezee-on 7550, 48’ c/w 4350 tank, 10” sp, DS, atom jet openers ............................. $75,000 ‘02 Seed Hawk 35’ 10” SP, DoubleShoot c/w 1150 gcl liquid tank and JD 1900 tow behind tank 270 bushel .............................................................................................. $97,500 ‘04 Case Concord tillage tool 50’ 10” SP single shoot to liquid pack “red” .................... $42,000

SWATHERS

‘09 MF 9430 c/w 30’ hdr, UII pu reel ............................................................................. $95,500 ‘07 MF 9430 c/w 30’ UII pu reel.................................................................................... $77,000 ‘05 MF 9220 c/w 30’ hdr, DSA, pu reel.......................................................................... $69,500 ‘99 MF 220 Series II, 1658 hrs, c/w 26’ UII pu reel ........................................................ $49,900 ‘97 MF 220, 900 hrs, c/w 30’ hdr, UII pu reel ................................................................ $43,500 ‘05 MacDon Premier 2952i c/w 972, 30’ hdr ................................................................ $65,900 ‘05 MacDon Westward 9352i, c/w 972, 30’ hdr............................................................. $69,900 ‘00 MacDon 922, 18’, moco hdr.................................................................................... $19,900 ‘00 Hesston 8110S c/w 81AH -16’ hay hdr & 810H - 25’ Draper hdr, very nice, must see............................................................................................................................. $42,500 16’ Hay Header fits MF 220, 220 Series II or 220 XL ..................................................... $16,500

TRACTORS

‘07 MF 1540, FWA, hydro, 40 hp, 3 pth c/w ldr ............................................................. $24,900 ‘07 MF 1533, 33 hp, hydro, 3 pth, frt end ldr, 375 hrs ................................................... $23,900 ‘92 MF 3690 FWA, 170 hp ............................................................................................ $37,000

4WD TRACTORS

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HEADERS

‘09 NH 940 36’ draper c/w pea auger + transport ........................................................ $62,500 ‘09 MF 7200, st. cut hdr, 35’ ......................................................................................... $29,000 ‘07 MF 8200 flex hdr, 35’.............................................................................................. $33,000 ‘03 Honey Bee GB 36’, pea auger, trans. fits R65/R75 ................................................... $35,000 ‘03 Honey Bee SP30 draper, 30’, fits MF8570 or MF8780 ............................................. $35,500 ‘99 Agco 5000 36’ draper w/trans, fits R62/72 ............................................................. $29,500 ‘02 Agco 5000, 36’ draper fits Gleaner R62 .................................................................. $24,500 ‘96 MacDon 960, 36’ draper fits R-65........................................................................... $24,500 Agco 600, 36’ draper fits Gleaner R62 .......................................................................... $17,500

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2009 CIH 9120 (SA) 900 tires, lateral tilt, 2016 pu...$329,900 2010 CIH 8120 (SA) 900 tires, lateral tilt, 2016 pu...$319,900 2008 CIH 8010 (LL) 900 tires, lateral tilt, 2016 pu....$299,000 2009 CIH 7120 (SC) 565Rhrs, AFX rotor, duals, lateral tilt, chop...$279,000 2008 JD 9770 (LL) 520 Duals, Hi Unload, Y&M, Chopper, Xenon Lights...........................................................$260,000 2008 JD 9870 (SA) Duals, Bullet Rotor 915 pu Header...$260,000 2008 CIH 7010 (SC) 400Rhrs,AFX rotor, duals, chopper...$249,000 2010 CIH 7088 (SC) ,AFX rotor, chopper,y&m, lateral tilt...$249,000 2008 CIH 7010 (SC) 1000Rhrs, AFX rotor, duals, lateral tilt, GPS..$244,900 2008 CIH 8010 (SC) lateral tilt, duals, std cut chop...$239,500 2005 JD 9760STS (ES) 920Rhrs, pu header, topper, macdon 973...$235,000 2009 CIH 6088 (ES) 500Rhrs, AFX rotor, chop, 2016pu.....$229,900 2008 CIH 7010 (SC) 900 tires, lateral tilt, 1080 rotor...$229,000 2008 CIH 2588 (LL) AFX rotor, chopper, 2015 pu header...$219,900 2007 CIH 7010 (SC) 840Rhrs, AFX rotor, chop, lateral tilt, GPS.........................................................................$210,000 2007 CIH 7010 (SC)1000Rhrs, AFX rotor, chop, lat tilt, duals...$208,000 2009 CIH 7120 (SC) 900 Tires, Lateral Tilt, Ext Wear Rotor....$199,900 2005 JD 9760 (LL) 520 Duals, Long Auger, 2033 Engine, 1435 Rotor..............................................................$191,000 2005 CIH 8010 (SC) Fine Chopper, Auto Header, Lateral Tilt...$184,900 2006 CIH 2388 (SC) 1416 eng hrs, AFX rotor, 1015 pu header...$169,000 2005 CIH 2388 (SC) 1316hrs, AFX rotor, 1015 pu header......$165,000 2004 JD 9660STS (SC) All New Sieves, Feeds Chains, Elevators, Flighting................................................$139,900 1999 CIH 2388 (SC) spec 1985 rotor, chop, 2530 eng, long auger.......................................................................$105,000 1997 CIH 2188 (SA) Dutch Spreader, Chopper, AFS, 1015 Swathmaster............................................................. $55,000 1992 CIH 1680 (LL) std rotor, kirby spreader, chop, macdon pu reel......................................................................$49,900 1994 CIH 1688 (SC) 1015 pu Header, 3800Hrs...$39,900 1990 CIH 1680 (ES) spec rotor, kirby spreader, chop, 1015 pu header.................................................................$35,000

SPRAYERS 2008 CIH 4420 (SC) 100ft boom, aim command, ag leader monitor... $225,500 2008 CIH 4420 (SC) 1800hrs, 120ft boom, aim command, luxury cab....$209,900 2007 CIH 3320 (SA) 1500hrs, 100ft boom, active suspension....$207,300 2008 CIH 3320 (SC) 1300hrs, 100ft boom, aim command....$195,000 2007 CIH 3320 (SC) 1800hrs, 100ft boom, aim command....$184,900

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2007 JD 4720 (SA) 90ft boom, norac, autosteer, poly tank.......

2005 JD 4720 (SC) 2600hrs, 90ft boom, 800 gallon tank, autotrac...$164,900 2001 CIH 4260 (SC) 3200hrs, 100ft boom, 1200 gallon, aim command......................................................................$109,900 2005 Spray Air SP2010 (SC) 103ft boom, 1000gal tank, boom height control, ez steer.........................................................................................$103,900

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1998 Wilmar 7400 (SC) 90ft, 750gal, autoboom, poly tank............

SEEDERS

2WD Tractors

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2010 CIH Magnum 225 (SA) Guidance Ready, MFD.. 2007 CIH MX245 (SA) 1250hrs, PTO, 3PT Hitch rdy, MFD Loader.....................................................................$129,900 2006 CIH MX215 (SC) 1700hrs, 3PT Hitch, 4 hyds, duals, fenders, MFD..........................................................$119,900 2007 CIH MX245 (SA) 4600hrs, PTO, duals, MFD Loader, 4 hydraulics, weights.................................................$119,000

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2004 NH TG210 (LL) 3 electric remotes, 18spd power-shift.. 1998 CIH 8930 (SC) MFD, 42” Duals, deluxe cab, PTO............$69,900 4WD Tractors 2010 JD 9630T (SC) 265 hrs, PTO, 36” tracks, xenon

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2011 CIH STX485 (SC) deluxe cab, triples, high capacity hyd pump..............................................$259,900 2006 CIH STX480 (SC) 3400hrs, 30” tracks, hi-flow hyd, PTO, hid lights..........................................$198,900 2007 CIH STX480 (SC) 1800hrs, 520 triples, powershift, 4hyds.....................................................$189,900 2004 CIH STX500 (SA) 4000hrs, 36” tracks, 5 hyds, HID lights, diff locks...............................................$189,000 2005 CIH STX450 (ES) 5800hrs, new 710 duals, leather cab, front weights............................................$172,900 1998 NH 9882 (SA) 4500Hrs, outback autosteer, 4 hyds, 710 duals................................................................................$89,900 1994 JD 8970 (SA) triples, autosteer rdy, 12 spd synchro..$89,000 1998 CIH 9350 (SA) 5200Hrs, S3 outback, new 520 rubber.....$75,000 1998 CIH 9390 (SA) 6300Hrs, triples, std trans, hi-flow pump, 4 hyd.........................................................................................$75,000 1991 CIH 9230 (SC) powershift, PTO.................................$47,000

HEADERS 2009 CIH 2142 (ES) 30ft, ATX Adapter, AHHC...................$55,000 2004 CIH 2062 (SC) 30ft, Cross Auger, Slow Speed Transport .................................................................$38,000 2001 CIH 1042 (SC) 30ft, pu reel, trans, F&A........$35,000 2005 JD 635 (SA) pu Reel, Flex...............................$29,000 1997 JD 930F (SA) pu Reel, Flex, Fore-aft..............$14,000 1986 CIH 1010 (SC) 30ft, Air Reel, Trailer, Extra Batt Reel..................................................................$12,500 2001 CIH 2015 (SC) Rake Up Pick Up....................$12,000 1984 CIH 1020 (SC) 30ft, pu Reel, Trailtech Transport...$11,900 1986 CIH 1015 (SC) Melroe Pickup..........................$7,500

BALERS 2007 CIH (ES) RBX563......................................$33,000 2003 CIH (ES) RBX562...........................................$19,000 2003 CIH (SC) RBX562, hard core.....................$18,500

2009 NH Drill (LL) 60ft, 10” spacing, 3 1/2” steel packers, 430 bushel TBT cart, 550lbs trips..................$172,900 2008 CIH ATX700 (SC) 70ft, 10” spacing, 4.5” steel packers, 3430 TBT cart........................................$135,000 2005 Flexicoil 5000 (SA) 57ft, 4”rubber wheels, 4350 TBH cart...............................................................$129,000 2007 NH SD440 (SC) 52ft, 10” spacing, 3.5” steel packers, AC430 mech cart..................................................$125,900 2008 CIH ATX700 (SC) 60ft, 10” spacing, 5.9” rubber packers, ADX3430 TBH tank.................................$114,900 2005 NH SD440 (SC) 57ft, 12” spacing, 4.5” steel packers, SC430 tank..........................................................$109,500 2008 CIH SDX40 (SC) 40ft, 10” spacing, 3430 cart....$99,500 2005 Bourgault 5725 Drill (SC) 63ft, 9.8” spacing, 2 1/4” steel packers, D/S 5440 tank, 4 tank metering.......$98,900 2000 Flexicoil 5000 Air Drill (SA) 57ft, 9” spacing, double shoot liquid, 2340 tank.......................$95,900 1999 Bourgault 5710 Drill (ES) 12” spacing, D/S, MRB’s, 3 1/2” steel packers, 4350 TBH cart...$85,000 1999 Bourgault 5710 Drill (ES) 60ft, 12” spacing, steep press, 2001 5350 tank......................... $79,900 2003 Flexicoil 5000 (SC) 51ft, 9” spacing, 3” dutch openers, 3430 tank.................................................$79,000 2003 Bourgault 5720 Drill (LL) 54ft, 9.8” spacing, D/S, MRB’s..................................................... $69,900 2001 Flexicoil 5000 Drill (SA) 39ft, 12” spacing, 5.5” rubber press, VR 2340 cart.................... $69,900 1996 Bourgault 5710 Drill (SC) 54ft, 9.8” spacing, D/S, 3 1/2” steel packers, 2000 5250 TBH tank........ $67,900 2002 Bourgault 5710 Drill (SA) 40ft, 9.8” spacing, D/S, 3 1/2” steel packers, MRB’s, blockage.................. $49, 900 1999 Flexicoil 5000 Drill (SA) 51ft, 12” spacing, 550lbs trip, 3 1/2” steel packers, 2320 tank................... $49,900 1997 Bourgault 8810 Air Seeder (SA) 40ft, 9.8” spacing, steel packers, S/S, 3225 Tank..........$39,900 1997 Flexicoil 5000 (SC) 45ft, 7” spacing, steel packers, TBT 2320 Tank, liquid kit..................$29,900 1997 Flexicoil 5000 (SC) 57ft, 9” spacing, 3.5” steel packers, 2320 Tank........................................$29,000 1993 Bourgault 8800 Air Seeder (LL) 40ft, 8” spacing, S/S, K-Hart packers, 3195 Tank...............$19,900

SWATHERS 2009 CIH WD1203 (SC) Cab Suspension, Hyd F&A, Double Knife, Gauge Wheels................................................$115,000 2008 CIH WD1203 (SA) Cab Suspension, Cleat Tread, DHX Header Ready...........................................................$105,000 1997 CIH 8825 (SA) Modified Opening, Combine Tires, 80HP Eng............................................................................$39,000 2005 JD 635 (SA) P/U Reel, Flex..........................

SOLD

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YORKTON, SK. FARMLAND, 3 quarters hay and pasture. Corrals adequate for 900 head of cattle. 2 bedroom bungalow. Call Lorie 250-585-6770 or 250-713-2488. 15 QUARTERS, RM EXCEL #71, MLS 420877. 2 yardsites, 1 with nat. gas, good water, good location. Call Harry Sheppard, Sutton Group - Results Realty, Regina, SK, harry@sheppardrealty.ca 306-530-8035. LAND FOR RENT in the RM #187, East half 31-21-13-W2nd, grainland. Open to offers, cash or crop share, offers must be received by Mar 24th, 2012. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Phone: 306-332-5279, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. RM GRAYSON 184, 1 quarter of cultivated farmland. Assessment is $43,600. 306-877-2014. RANCH REDUCED, 1500 acres, house, water. Or single parcels, recreation, river, forest. Porcupine Plain, SK. 306-278-3125.

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 WANTED: HALF SECTION near Southey, SK. Hay or broken land, between Qu’Appelle Valley and 2 to 3 miles north of Southey. Within 3- 4 miles of Hwy #6. No yard preferred, unless abandoned. Carter 306-726-2070, 306-541-3288 leave msg. 1 QUARTER SECTION in Meath Park, SK. area, NW-15-51-23-W2, assessed at $53,800, presently in hay. 306-763-4846. FOR RENT: PERDUE RM #346, Kinley, SK, 7 quarters, 600 cultivated, 140 hay. 306-237-4771 or 306-237-9517.

RANCH WITH GOOD Aggregate income. Phone: 306-531-8720, Lipton, SK. Email: saddleup@sasktel.net HALF SECTION of farmland, located ap35 miles East of Saskatoon. NE and TIM HAMMOND REALTY RM #92 near prox. Serious inquiries Moosomin. 1280 acres w/610 cult. acres, NW-12-36-1-W3rd. only. 780-967-3963, cell 780-913-0136. 625 TG/pasture acres, 45 other acres and oil surface lease. Total 2011 assess. WAKAW EAST, close to Wakaw Lake, SK, $334,700 (avg. assess. $41,837/qtr). 1180 1274 sq. ft. bungalow, built 1976, exc. sq. ft. bungalow (1983), 4 bdrm, 2 bath, cond., garden area, fruit trees, 40x80 steel includes 12,850 bu. bins and livestock fa- quonset, heated 14x20 workshop, good cilities (100 head). Asking $1,120,000. Call hunting and fishing, greenhouse, 1 mile off A l e x M o r r o w 3 0 6 - 3 3 2 - 4 1 6 1 M L S hwy #41, $320,000; WAKAW EAST, 1 #420278. http://Shire.TimHammond.ca mile to Wakaw Lake, High assessed land. good yard site, 1740/2 sq. ft. home, 5 SOLD, SOLD, SOLD: After selling approx. bdrm, very well kept, good water, 18x22 30,000 acres over the summer I need farm heated shop, garden area, excellent hobby and ranch listings. If you are considering farm, recreation area, good hunting and sale of your property please consider John fishing, $255,000. Del Rue, 306-242-8221, Cave with Edge Realty Ltd. 306-773-7379. Royal LePage, Saskatoon, SK. BY TENDER: 500 ACRES farmland, RM of FARM/RANCH/RECREATION, Buying or Invergordon, 2 yr. renewable lease option, Selling, Call Tom Neufeld 306-260-7838, bids accepted until March 31st, 2012. All Coldwell Banker ResCom Realty. inquiries to: lonesome.pine@sasktel.net LAND TENDER IN CANWOOD RM 494. GRAINLAND: 960 ACRES w/gas revenue. NW-21-51-04-W3, 160 acres, approx. 155 J o h n C a v e , E d g e R e a l t y L t d . cult. Assess 71,800; SE-30-51-04-W3, 160 306-773-7379. www.farmsask.com Swift acres, approx. 155 cult., Assess 74,600; Current, SK. Exclusive listing. NE-31-51-04-W3, 160 acres approx. 150 37 QUARTERS RANCHLAND, 20 minutes cult. Assess 67,400. SW-31-51-04-W3, 160 east of Cold Lake at Pierceland SK. Terrific acres, approx. 65 cult. Assess 25,200; land base in one block, 5 deeded and 32 SW-8-52-04-W3, 160 acres, approx. 150 lease quarters. Abundance of springs and cult. Assess 55,700. Terms: Bids on sincreeks with Beaver River along South 7 gle parcels or multiple combinations. It is quarters. Contact Wendell Johnson, the responsibility of each bidder to inspect each parcel for accuracy and conditions. 306-839-4435. Year 2012 land taxes to be paid by purMLS# 419291: BEEF OPERATION w/new- chaser. Highest or any bid not necessarily er corrals and wind shelters, calving fa- accepted. Submit bid(s) by mail to: Wesley cility, modern butcher shop, and newly Ledding, Box 4, Parkside, SK. S0J 2A0. All renovated 2048 sq.ft., 3 bdrm home. Situ- bids must be postmarked or received by: ated on a 1/4 section near Southey, SK. 5:00 PM on March 30, 2012. Successful An additional 6 quarters of leased hay- bid(s) will be notified by April 12, 2012. land/pastureland is also available. Contact For more info ph Wesley at 306-747-7682 Rick Roland, Royal LePage Regina Realty. or Tom at 306-747-7688. email: rroland@sasktel.net 306-591-0163 MINERAL RIGHTS. We will purchase and AUCTION- 3 QUARTER sections of farm- o r l e a s e y o u r m i n e r a l r i g h t s . land, SE-17-25-7-W2, RM of Garry #245, 1-877-269-9990. cndfree@telusplanet.net yardsite with power and gravel deposit; NE-17-25-7-W2, RM of Garry #245; NW- CANORA, SK. Land and farmyard. Nat. 19-25-6-W2, RM of Orkney #244. Brian gas grain dryer in center of well treed Procyshen Farm Equipment Auction on yardsite, w/large ranch house. May separSaturday, April 21, 2012. Yorkton, SK. ate yardsite. Call 306-563-4465. area. Visit www.mackauctioncompany.com 7 QUARTERS, RM BENGOUGH #40, f o r s a l e b i l l , p h o t o s a n d v i d e o . MLS 422514. 4 deeded, 3 Crown lease, 306-421-2928 or 306-487-7815, Mack yardsite, good water. Call Harry Sheppard, Auction Co. PL 311962. Sutton Group - Results Realty, Regina, SK, RM ABERDEEN LAND. 3 quarter sections harry@sheppardrealty.ca 306-530-8035. west of Aberdeen, 1 with pivot irrigation, GRAINLAND: 4320 acres, good condition. 2 adjoining with good assessment. Call J o h n C a v e , E d g e R e a l t y L t d . D o n D y c k , R e / M a x N o r t h C o u n t r y, 306-773-7379. www.farmsask.com. Exclu306-221-1684, Warman, SK. sive listing. Additional land available. FULLY EQUIPPED HOBBY FARM, in RM RM OF LAIRD. Good access, $72,000 as494, Canwood, SK. area, 320 acres. Con- sessment, full cultivation. Don Dyck, tact Ray at: rwp@sasktel.net Re/Max North Country, 306-221-1684.

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SASKATCHEWAN LAND FOR SALE: NEILBURG: Country Living! 1,256 sq. ft. home, oversized attached garage, heated shop, numerous outbuildings, (#1768, Barry Palik). 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, SK: 4 quarters in a block. (#1810, Barry Palik). STRASBOURG, SK: 640 acres good assessed land, all land is ready for spring seeding, dugout. (#1842, Elmer). PANGMAN, SK: 5 quarters all touching, 460 acres cultivated, lots of water, home, quonset, pole barns, etc. (#1826, Gordon). Farm & Ranch by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Signature Service, Phone 1-866-345-3414, website: www.canadafarmandranch.com ACCEPTING TENDERS on quarter of land SE-33-28-25-W3. Approx. 110 acres of canola stubble and some pasture grass. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Email bob1@sasktel.net or mail to Box 1771, Kindersley, SK, S0L 1S0. Tenders closing April 1, 2012. RM OF GOOD LAKE, half section with yard, adjacent to Canora, SK. Will separate yard from land. 306-651-1041. TIM HAMMOND REALTY 60 miles east of Saskatoon in RM 310 Usborne (Guernsey), 200 cow/calf ranch (optional additional land to run up to 500 pair). 9 deeded quarters with 809 cult. acres (total 2011 assess. $284,600) and 5 quarters of Crown lease land. Yard includes: updated bungalow, quonset, cattle facilities, bins, second yardsite. Asking $990,000 MLS #422451. Alex Morrow 306-332-4161 http://Maffenbeier.TimHammond.ca WANTED: RANCHES, FARMS (good grain land). Call Roger Manegre, Re/Max of the Battlefords, 306-446-8800, North Battleford, SK. RM OF CHURCHBRIDGE #211. Livestock operation, 14 quarters in one block near Yorkton, SK. All land is F and G soil classes, fenced, w/yardsite, barn, heated shop and corrals. Shawn Pryhitka, Re/Max Blue Chip Realty Ag Division, 306-782-6666 www.farms-remax-yorkton.ca TIM HAMMOND REALTY $895,900. Ranch in RM #347, Biggar, 350 yearling capacity. 1226 total acres including 554 seeded grass, 417 native pasture (304 acres crown lease), and 255 cultivated acres. Good fencing, grass and water. Magnificent yardsite with gorgeous 1850 sq. ft. 1991 bungalow, 6 bed, 3 bath, enclosed deck w/hot tub, double attached garage, etc. Full set of corrals with: metal penning, conc. feed bunks, Norac weigh scale and hyd. squeeze. Team roping arena complete with electric release gates and sound booth. 306-948-5052. MLS#422998 http://Weekes.TimHammond.ca EDGE REALTY LTD.: RM of Kindersley, N-1/2 21-28-21-W3 $400,000; E-1/2 29-30-22-W3 $400,000, $20,000 oil revenue. Contact Brad Edgerton at Edge Realty, 306-463-7357, Kindersley, SK. RM OF LEASK, 320 acres farmland, river access, natural bush, draws and springs, fenced. Contact Don Dyck Re/Max North Country, 306-221-1684, Warman, SK. LAKE DIEFENBAKER: 640 acres of native and tame grass with full set of buildings. John Cave, Edge Realty Ltd, Swift Current, SK, 306-773-7379. www.farmsask.com LAND FOR SALE: In Delisle, SK. area with well established yard. Call 306-493-7122. 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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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 bu. 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 EDGE REALTY LTD. Farmland for cash rent by tender. RM of Kindersley #290 all of section 24-29-19-W3, E1/2 1-29-19-W3, N1/2 36-28-19-W3; RM of Pleasant Valley #288: Pt. of W1/2 6-30-18-W3, 100 acres of cultivated land. Conditions of offers: All offers to be submitted to: Edge Realty Ltd., 1000 Main Street, Box 1324, Kindersley, SK. S0L 1S0, on or before 3PM March 12, 2012. All bids and inquiries to: Brad Edgerton, Edge Realty Ltd., 306-463-7357, brad@edgerealty.ca. Highest or any offer not necessarily accepted. Bids on the whole package or parts of the package will be considered.

3200 ACRE GRAIN FARM: Excellent farm w/full set of buildings, surface lease revenue. Exclusive listing. John Cave, Edge Realty Ltd., 306-773-7379, Swift Current, SK.

SUPERVISED PASTURE for 250 cow/calf pairs, or 400 yearlings. Lots of experience. All work done off horse. Call 306-547-3323, Preeceville, SK.

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RM BLAINE LAKE. Approx. 5280 feet of river frontage, estimated to have 300,000 yards of gravel. 781 acres of grazing land. All fenced. Pump house (insulated and heated) with 6 watering troughs. Priced as an investment property because of the river frontage and gravel. Seller will sell any portion or all as a package. MLS® 393713. Call Roger Manegre, Re/Max of the BattleCASH RENT: 4 QUARTERS grainland in fords, North Battleford, SK, 306-446-8800, the RM of Wellington No. 97. Phone www.remaxbattlefords.com 306-245-3768, 306-861-1705, Francis, SK. To Doug Rue, YOUNG FARMER LOOKING TO RENT I have sold some land to Doug Rue in 2011. LAND in RM of Grandview #349 or RM of I am looking forward to selling more to him in 2012. Reford #379. Phone 306-658-4860, I have made a new trusted friend. 306-948-7807, Biggar, SK. Ed Petryshyn FOR SALE BY TENDER: SE-30-31-12 W3, RM of Harris 316, 160 cultivated acres, assessed at $32,500. Bids close March 15th 2012. Highest or any bid not necessarily S IN G LE TO LAR G E accepted. Clarkside Farms, Box 121, ZealBLKS OF LAN D . andia, SK. S0L 3N0. Phone 306-882-3728.

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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. 80 ACRES PASTURE in Pipestone Valley, 10 miles south of Whitewood, SK. Phone 306-949-8674 evenings. 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

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.

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RM OF REDBERRY #435, 165 acres with Ca ll DOUG approx 70 acres in tame hay, fenced and cross fenced, there is also approx 70 acres in grain. 1380 sq. ft. bungalow with full basement and double attached garage. A Em a il: s a s kfa rm s @ s h a w .ca very neat yard area, excellent barn and corral system, well planned and mainDoug, tained, lots of water. Just under 1 mile off Here’s hoping that your future endeavors run as #40 highway and approx 80 km from smooth and professional as our land transaction North Battleford, or approx 100 km from that you handled on our behalf continues for Saskatoon. This property is set up mainly yourself and potential clients in the future. for horses, but would work well for sheep Happy New Year, Rusell and Melody Douglas or other animals. Located close to Redberry Lake. What a property! MLS 422802 Call Lloyd or Brian, Re/Max of the Battlefords, 306-446-8800 or 306-441-0512 or 306-480-6027 www.remaxbattlefords.com PRIME GRAINLAND w/2700 ACRES North Battleford, SK. ready to seed. Newdale clay loam soil, Insurance B rating. 3 nice yards with QUARTER FOR SALE, 40 minutes NW of Crop outbuildings, plentiful water. 3660 Saskatoon. Corrals, new fence, dugout, homes, total acres in a compact pkg. Machinery natural gas, seeded to grazing/ hay mix- included. Info: www.granttweed.com or ture. 306-283-4687, Langham, SK. call 204-761-6884 anytime. Grant Tweed, RM PERDUE #346, 160 acres for sale or Century 21 Westman, Brandon, MB cash rent, SE-06-35-11-W3, 1/2 summer- FEEDLOT: 4000 HEAD capacity, includes fallow. Highest or any offer not necessarily 1040 sq. ft. house. 60,000 bu. grain storaccepted. For more info please call Greg age, equipment, 6 deeded quarters. 2 306-656-4550, 306-493-7871, Harris, SK. miles North of Ste. Rose du Lac, MB. WANTED: GRAINLAND FOR rent, located RANCH: 8064 acres lease land, 1600 Angus cows. Crane River, MB. Call Dale around Meacham, SK. Call 306-280-3841. 204-638-5581, Doug 204-447-2382. INVESTORS AND FARMERS: 17 quarters, 2690 acres, 2120 cult., 80 tramped, 490 bush and pasture, 2 yard sites GOOD CROP PRODUCTION w/buildings, good drinking water. Also 18 acres yard and buildings. Phone for webL AN D IN S AS K ATCHEW AN site 204-858-2555, Hartney, MB. AN D AL BERTA 500 COW MANITOBA Ranch for lease. FOR CAS H BUYERS . Please send replies to: Box 5574, c/o Plea s e ca ll M a rcel a t403-350-6 8 6 8 Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4 M a rcel L eBla n c Rea l Es ta te In c. RM OF LAWRENCE: Native/tame hay and pasture. Sheltered yardsite includes a newer bungalow, shop and misc. buildings. Close to town and school. 204-732-2409, Rorketon, MB.

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FARM LAN D W AN TED Q UICK CLO SIN G! N O CO M M ISSIO N ! La n d forren t in RM 70 ,10 0 ,40 ,185,275,276 ,246 HIRIN G FARM M AN AGER SUPERVISED GRAZING available for the 2012 season. Grassers and breeding stock 45¢/day, calves $25/season, breeding program avail., $40/head. Hazel Dell Community Pasture, 306-325-4438, Okla, SK. www.dwein.ca RM of Harris, 12 quarters adjoining, 8 dugouts with creek running through, excellent fences with 1/2 mile to be constructed and exceptional grass. Power is in place, good road access. $759,900. MLS Century 21 Fusion, Dwein Trask 306-221-1035. PA S T U R E AVA I L A B L E F O R 2 0 1 2 Grenfell, SK. Phone: 306-697-2773 or fax: 306-697-3463. ONE SECTION OF BISON PASTURE FOR RENT, Turtle Lake, SK. Excellent fence, lots of grass and water. 60-70 head. Six months. Reliable local farmer will feed for very reasonable rates. For more info. call Jim 780-975-4020. PASTURES AVAILABLE FOR grazing season 2012. Small or large group. References available. Ph. 306-937-3503, Cando, SK.

WANTED TO PURCHASE a grain farm or farmland, prefer southeast or east central Sask. Phone 306-861-4592, SK. WANTED TO RENT OR purchase farmland in RM’s of 281, 251, 252 or adjoining. All replies kept in confidence. Box 5556, c/o Western Producer, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C4

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. CANORA, SK, 10 acres with 1230 sq. ft. bungalow, shop, sheds, outbuildings, nat. gas, underground power. 306-651-1041. 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, 16’x22’ attached solarium w/hot tub and much more! 1250 sq. ft. insulated metal clad heated garage (shop) w/auto. doors. 44’x70’ quonset, totally electrified. Excellent water supply, underground wiring in yard. 306-342-4565, 306-441-6465 150 ACRES, central MB, bordering Sask, water and power, house old time. Reduced to $87,000. 604-989-4515, Gibsons, BC. www.dwein.ca Asquith, NE-11-37-9-W3. Full quarter approx. 20 minutes to Saskatoon, 4 miles off Hwy. #14 on good grid. Approx. 25% bush and fully fenced. Great building site potential with services close by. Call Dwein Trask, Century 21 Fusion, 306-221-1035, Saskatoon, SK. FOR RENT ON two acres 20 minutes west of Saskatoon, SK. on Hwy. 16. 2 bdrm mobile home, newly renovated, 5 appliances, $1200/month. Nearby pasture optional for additional rent. 306-283-4899 or 306-222-0991.

FOR SALE OR lease, ideal property for custom grazing operation near Yorkton, SK. 160 acres for sale w/house (furnished) and quonset; also 960 acres tied up in a long term lease. All pasture land is cross fenced into 100 meter by 800 meter paddocks. RM#275, $160,000. Call 306-576-2003 evenings, leave message.

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PASTURE WANTED: 2012 grazing season, cow/calf or yearlings. Call 403-552-3753, or cell 780-753-0353, Kirriemuir, AB. SUPERVISED PASTURE WANTED for 70+ pairs in southern Sask. Phone Larry at 306-582-2221 after 6 pm, Vanguard, SK. SUPERVISED PASTURE AVAILABLE in a rotational grazing pasture. Approx. 300 animal units for yearlings, cow/calf pairs or for fall calving cows. Located in west central MB. Ph Ken 204-568-4651, Miniota. ORGANIC PASTURE AND hayland for rent for 2012 season, 3 quarters, good for 50 cow/calf pairs. 306-967-2238, Eatonia, SK. PASTURE FOR RENT, 6 quarters, cross fenced, all new fence, for 120 yearlings or 60 pairs. 306-427-4923, Shell Lake, SK.

2000 HONDA FOURTRAX ES 350, 2x4, 11,344 kms. Always shedded, mint, $4800 OBO. Call 403-578-8426, Youngtown, AB. 2011 POLARIS RANGER XP, maroon, canvas cab, glass windshield w/wiper, built in heater, 95 hrs., 1 owner, exc. cond., asking $12,500. 403-308-0453, Sterling, AB.

1986 NAUTICAT 33’ 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 24’ CABIN CRUISER BOAT, sleeps 6, 351 Mercury 360 HP, exc. cond., w/tandem trailer. Situated at a resort in central BC w/a lifetime membership. Total package $16,000. 250-842-0005 or 250-842-8996.

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16’ EVINRUDE 40 HP motor boat and BlackburnMotors.ca 2005 Safari Cheetrailer. Includes fish finder and trolling tah, 40’, 350 HP, 3 slides, 25,000m, SOLD; motor, $2500. 306-948-2089, Biggar, SK. 2005 Tiffin Allegro Bus, 40’, 3 slides, 400 HP Cummins, 38,000m, SOLD; 2005 Gulf Stream Sun Voyager SE, 30’, GM 8.1, 3 slides, 12,000m, $52,900. Financing available. 306-974-4223, 411 C 48 St. E, 2011 PINNACLE 36 RET’S 36’, 3 slides, Saskatoon, SK. Open Tuesday to Saturday, fireplace, central vac, microwave, 12 cu 8:30 to 5 PM, DL #236237. fridge, 2 tv’s, premium paint, awning, A/C, thermal pane windows, power jacks (front/rear); 2010 Dodge 2500 SLT, Cummins, crew cab, power windows/seats, rear suspension air bags, spray in box liner, hitch, Jakes, 22,000 kms. Both like new. Trades considered. 204-478-7089, Miniota, MB. KODIAK K99 10.5’ truck camper, exceptional condition. 306-528-4422, Nokomis, SK. 2010 DENALI 5th wheel trailer 25.9’, 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. MUST SELL! 50 new 2011 travel trailers and fifth wheels starting as low as $ 1 3 , 9 0 0 . w w w. s w e n s o n r v. c o m 1-800-735-5846, Minot, North Dakota 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

REG. AND CERT. AC Metcalfe , CDC C o p e l a n d . B 4 S e e d s , M e l fo r t , S K , 306-752-2564, 306-921-9424. REG., CERT. #1 AC Metcalfe and CDC Copeland barley, high germ. Call Andrew 306-742-4682, Calder, SK. LEBRECQUE SEED FARMS has certified M e t c a l f e b a r l e y. P h o n e R o g e r a t 306-222-5757, Saskatoon, SK. REGISTERED, CERTIFIED AC Metcalfe, 97% germination. Ennis Seeds, Glenavon, SK, 306-429-2793. CERT. #1 AC Newdale, 2 row; Legacy, 6 r o w. F e n t o n S e e d s , T i s d a l e , S K . 306-873-5438. CERTIFIED #1 AC Metcalfe, Bentley (2 row), Stellar-ND (6 row) available. Slind Seeds Group, 306-323-4402 Archerwill, SK

2000 NEWMAR DUTCH STAR motorhome c/w Cummins 350, Allison 6 spd, 7500 genset, 2 slides, 2 sat. TV’s, Corian counters, inverter, every option, 6500 miles, $55,000. Call for pics, Bob 780-679-7680 Ferintosh, AB. 40’ 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 2001 HOLIDAY RAMBLER Endeavor 40’, two sliders, 330 HP Cummins, 7.5 KW dsl gen., 64,500 miles, Roadmaster chassis, hardwood floors, satellite, 2 TV’s, exc. $65,000. 204-325-2550, Plum Coulee, MB

2004 JAYCO JAYFLIGHT 28.5 RLS, fifth wheel, 30’, aluminum exterior, one double slide, stored inside, excellent condition, $15,900. 306-944-4252, Viscount, SK. LOOKING FOR USED MOTORCYCLES, any condition, running or not. Please contact S A S K ATO O N R V S U P E R S TO R E . C O M Phil at: 306-343-8209, Saskatoon, SK. Phone 306-978-7253, Saskatoon, SK. 2006 1100 YAMAHA V Star, 16,000 kms, CUSTOM COACH LEGACY model, 31’ new back tire, 2 sets of exhausts, extra w/slide, completely loaded, $17,000. lights, handle bar exts., pass. foot boards, lots of extras. 306-842-4072 Weyburn SK 306-741-9541, Swift Current, SK. YAMAHA 550 DUAL purpose motorcycle, approx. 10 yrs. old, red/white, $1000 work order, $3000. 306-728-8373, Melville, SK.

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CORN SEED, $25/ACRE, open pollinated varieties, lower N required, early 22502350 CHU’s, 7-9’ tall, high yield and nutrifor silage, grazing and grain. Delivery CERT. #1 AC METCALFE. Wiens Seed tion, available. 204-723-2831, Austin, MB. Farm 306-377-2002, Herschel, SK. CERTIFIED #1 BARLEY. CDC Copeland, AC Metcalfe, Newdale, CDC Meredith. Good quality and high germ. Wilfing Farms Ltd. CERT. CDC VERONA and AC Strongfield Meadow Lake, SK. 306-236-6811 or Durum wheat. Very high quality seed, high 306-236-7797, germ., no Graminearum. Geiger Farms Ltd, FDN. REG. CERT. AC Metcalfe and CDC Leader, SK, call Tim 306-628-7896, Copeland. Call Ken and Larry Trowell, 520-350-1090, or tgeiger@sasktel.net 306-744-2687, Saltcoats, SK. CERTIFIED #1 AC STRONGFIELD and AC E U R O S TA R . W i e n s S e e d F a r m 306-377-2002, Herschel, SK. CERT. STRONGFIELD DURUM. Craswell Seeds Ltd., Strasbourg, SK, 306-725-3236.

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mastinseeds.com 403-556-2609 REG. AND CERTIFIED CDC MEREDITH new malt barley, very high germination, 0 disease. Contracts needed. Call for details. Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd. 306-441-7851, 306-445-5516, North Battleford, SK. CERTIFIED CDC COPELAND malting barley, $11.00/bu. Discounts available. VISA and MC accepted. Visit our website: www.LLseeds.ca for details. Phone 306-731-2843, Lumsden, SK.

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SNOW GROOMER Marcel 10’ wide Massey 396 tractor w/tracks, 3082 hrs., CERTIFIED #1 COPELAND barley, 99% germ. 306-497-2800, 306-290,7816. $25,000. 306-563-8765, Canora, SK. Blaine Lake, SK. NEW AND USED SNOWMOBILE PARTS. REG/CERT AC METCALF, Cert. CDC We stock crankshafts, cylinders, clutches, Meredith and Cert. CDC Copeland. Exstators, flywheels, pistons, gasket sets and cellent quality. Early booking and volume much more. Cylinder reboring and crank discounts avail. Northland Seeds Inc. Call shaft repair. Glen’s Small Engine Centre, Oscar or Lee 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. Lloydminster, SK., 306-825-3100. CERTIFIED Metcalfe, Copeland, Newdale, PARTING OUT Polaris snowmobiles, 1985 Legacy, Cowboy, Meredith, McGwire to 2005. Edfield Motors Ltd., phone: available. Van Burck Seeds, Star City, SK. 306-863-4377. 306-272-3832, Foam Lake, SK. FDN., REG., AND CERT. Newdale, AC Metcalfe and Copeland barley. Call Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. LAKESIDE SEEDS has Reg. and Cert. AC Metcalfe barley for sale, excellent quality. 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. CERTIFIED AC METCALF and CDC Meredith. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, SK. ON THE GREENS COTTONWOOD, AZ. 306-741-0475, email: foc@sasktel.net Gated 55 plus manufactured home golf course community located in the heart of CERTIFIED METCALFE. Greenshields Verde Valley just 20 mins south of Sedona, Seeds. Semans, SK., 306-524-2155(W), 1 hr from Phoenix, Prescott and Flagstaff. 306-524-4339(H). All homes come complete with garage, covered deck and landscaping. Land lease CERTIFIED #1 METCALFE barley, great fees include $1 million clubhouse, large in- pricing at Di-Al Seed, Rivercourse, AB. door lap pool, hot tub and complete gym. 780-745-2578. Also includes water, sewer, trash pickup Malt Barley/Feed Grains/Pulses and reduced golf fees. For information call 1-800-871-8187 or 928-634-7003. best price/best delivery/best payment

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WOODMIZER LT40 SAWMILL w/hyd., incl. Woodmizer blade sharpening system and tooth setter, $19,500. 204-433-2855, 204-380-2490, St. Pierre, MB. SAWMILLS – 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. 168. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/168 WOOD-MIZER PORTABLE SAWMILLS, eight models, options and accessories. 1-877-866-0667. www.woodmizer.ca

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

Licen s ed & bon d ed 1- 800- 2 58- 7434 ro ger@ seed - ex.co m NEW CDC MEREDITH, AC Metcalfe, and Robust. Fdn., Reg. and Cert. available. Terre Bonne Seed Farm 306-752-4810, 306-921-8594, Melfort, SK. LEBRECQUE SEED FARMS has certified M e r e d i t h b a r l e y. P h o n e R o g e r a t 306-222-5757, Saskatoon, SK. CDC AUSTENSON 2-row feed barley, reg. and cert. 403-633-9999, Tilley, AB. www.fabianseedfarms.com 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 CERTIFIED #1 CDC Copeland, AC Metcalfe, Newdale, Legacy, Stellar, Celebration and Sundre. Call Hetland Seeds at Naicam, SK, 306-874-5694, or visit: www.hetlandseeds.com CERT. #1 CDC Copeland, AC Metcalfe, CDC Cowboy, AC Ranger. Ardell Seeds, 306-668-4415, Vanscoy, SK.

C E RT. S T R O N G F I E L D , CDC Verona. 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 , moe.anita@sasktel.net, Lafleche, SK. REGISTERED and CERTIFIED VERONA 306-395-2652, Chaplin, SK. CERTIFIED STRONGFIELD, Call RoLo Farms Ltd. 306-543-5052, Regina, SK. C E R T I F I E D S T R O N G F I E L D D U RU M . L y n w o o d M i l l e r, A v o n l e a , S K . 306-868-7880. CERTIFIED CDC VERONA and Certified AC Strongfield. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, SK. 306-741-0475, email: foc@sasktel.net CERT. AC STRONGFIELD Durum; Cert. and Reg. Kyle Durum. 2009 crop, good germs. 306-483-5052, 306-483-8790, Oxbow, SK.

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AC ANDREW, Reg. and Cert. #1, 96% germ, proven malt and ethanol accephigh yielder. Nakonechny Seeds For the nearest grower visit: tance, 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. HARVEST RS WHEAT, Certified and Reg; Utmost (VB) wheat, midge tolerant. 403-556-2609 Phone Frederick Seeds at Watson, SK, 306-287-3977. CERT. AC SADASH soft wheat, top variety CERTIFIED TYNDAL. Fraser Farms, Pam- 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 . brun, SK. Phone 306-741-0475, email: 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com foc@sasktel.net CERTIFIED UNITY and ALVENA wheat. Phone 306-744-7722, Bredenbury, SK. CERT. #1 GOODEVE VB; CDC Utmost VB; CERT. #1 AC UNITY VB and AC LILLIAN, Harvest; CDC Teal; AC Sadash; AC Vista. Call Wiens Seed Farm 306-377-2002, Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. Herschel, SK. CERT. UNITY VB, Midget tolerant. ExcelCERTIFIED #1 WHEAT. CWRS Harvest, lent quality. Early booking and volume disCDC Utmost VB, Goodeve VB, Alvena, counts available. Northland Seeds Inc. Call CPSR AC Crystal, AC Foremost, CPSW AC Oscar or Lee, 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. Vista. Wilfing Farms Ltd., Meadow Lake, AC FIELDSTAR CERTIFIED #1 wheat, SK., 306-236-6811 or 306-236-7797. midge tolerant. Fraser Agro Ltd., CERTIFIED AC SHAW/DOMAIN VB, 306-745-3830, Yarbo, SK. highest yielding Midge tolerant HRS; Certified Lillian, Sawfly resistant HRS. Call CERTIFIED AC UNITY and Certified AC Carberry. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, SK. RoLo Farms Ltd 306-543-5052 Regina, SK. 306-741-0475, email: foc@sasktel.net HARVEST CERT, AC Unity, Goodeve, CDC Utmost, midge tolerant varieties. B4 LESS FUSARIUM more bottom line. Seeds, 306-752-2564, cell 306-921-9424, Wheat seed available. Suitable for ethanol production, livestock feed. Western Feed Melfort, SK. Grain Development Co-op Ltd, REGISTERED, CERTIFIED AC Elsa, 98% 1-877-250-1552, www.wfgd.ca germination. Ennis Seeds, Glenavon, SK, REGISTERED, CERTIFIED AC Unity-Waska306-429-2793. da VB midge resistant wheat. Highest UNITY VB CERTIFIED, 95% germination; yielding variety, $12.50/bu. Discounts Waskada cert., 95% germ. Doug Stoll available. VISA and MC accepted. Visit: 306-493-2534, Delisle, SK. 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 CERTIFIED UNITY Midge resistant, Stet- 306-731-2843, Lumsden, SK. tler. Greenshields Seeds. Semans, SK. 306-524-2155(W), 306-524-4339(H). CERT. LILLIAN, Waskada, VB Utmost, VB Unity spring wheat. Palmier Seed Farms 306-472-3722, moe.anita@sasktel.net, Lafleche, SK. TOP QUALITY CERT. alfalfa and grass CERT. #1 AC GOODEVE VB and CDC Ut- seed. Call Gary or Janice Waterhouse most VB, midge tolerant wheat, 99% germ. 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. M&M Seeds, 306-258-2219, St. Denis, SK. PICKSEED HAYBLEND 550 lbs., 40% alCERTIFIED #1 UNITY, Waskada, Lillian falfa, 40% brome, 10% crested wheat, 10% wheat. 306-497-2800, 306-290-7816, timothy. Paid $4000, asking $2900. 306-835-2085, Quinton, SK. Blaine Lake, SK. CERTIFIED UTMOST, GOODEVE, Carberry, CERT. ALFALFAS AND GRASSES, free Harvest, Splendor available. Van Burck delivery. Dyck Forages & Grasses Ltd., Elie, MB, 1-888-204-1000. www.dyckseeds.com Seeds, Star City, SK. 306-863-4377. C E R T I F I E D A C S T E T T L E R H R S W. 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com Tilley, AB. CERTIFIED #1 CARLTON brome. Fenton CERT. CDC UTMOST VB and cert. Lillian Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. wheat. Craswell Seeds Ltd., Strasbourg, SK, 306-725-3236. CERTIFIED SADASH WHEAT for sale. Call 306-395-2652, Chaplin, SK.

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SIMPSON SEEDS has certified Strongfield durum, cleaned and ready to pick up at our farm south of Moose Jaw, SK. Call Jamie or Trevor before its gone at 306-693-9402. CERT. HRS: FHB resistant Carberry and C E R T I F I E D C D C V E R O N A d u r u m . Waskada. Superb, Unity VB, Kane, Alvena, 403-633-9999, www.fabianseedfarms.com Go, Harvest. Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. Tilley, AB. CERTIFIED #1 CDC Verona Durum. High NEW SHAW VB midge resistant wheat germination, volume discounts. Fast Seed (highest yielding and midge resistance); Unity VB; Osler; Splendor. Fdn., Reg., and Farm Ltd., Kindersley, SK. 306-463-3626. C e r t . ava i l a b l e . Te r r e B o n n e S e e d s AC STRONGFIELD, Cert. #1, strong 306-752-4810, 306-921-8594, Melfort, SK. yielder with excellent protein. Nakonechny REGISTERED CDC GO red spring wheat, Seeds 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. h i g h y i e l d a n d s h o r t s t r o n g s t r aw, $10.75/bu. 204-746-6632, Morris, MB. CERT. SOFT WHITE: Andrew and Sadash. CDC BOYER, CERT., 96% germination, C P S : C r y s t a l . C a l l Tr a w i n S e e d s , early maturity. Doug Stoll 306-493-2534, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. Delisle, SK. CERTIFIED #1 Harvest, CDC Go, AC AnCERTIFIED #1 LEGGETT, Lu, CDC Dancer drew, AC Sadash, AC Unity, Goodeve, CDC available. Slind Seeds Group, Archerwill, Utmost, and Shaw. Call Hetland Seeds, Naicam, SK. 306-874-5694, or visit: SK., 306-323-4402. www.hetlandseeds.com FOUNDATION, REGISTERED AND/or certified CDC Orrin and CDC Weaver. Berscheid WESTERN GRAIN has available in certified Bros Seeds, Lake Lenore, SK. Phone seed: Wheat- Unity, Waskada, Sadash, Stettler. Barley- CDC Meredith. Flax306-368-2602, kb.berscheid@sasktel.net CDC Sorrel. Book early! 306-445-4022 or REGISTERED, CERTIFIED CDC Boyer, early email vicki@westerngrain.com North Batmaturing, 97% germ.; Jordan, 96% germ. tleford, SK. www.westerngrain.com Ennis Seeds, Glenavon, SK, 306-429-2793. FOUNDATION, REGISTERED, AND/or cerR E G . , C E RT I F I E D M U S TA N G o at s . tified Unity VB, CDC Utmost VB, Carberry Phone 306-744-7722, Bredenbury, SK. and Sadash. Berscheid Bros Seeds, Lake SK. Phone 306-368-2602 or email: CERT. CDC BALER OAT, forage oat, high Lenore, germ and vigor. Wagon Wheel Seed Corp, kb.berscheid@sasktel.net. Churchbridge, SK, 306-896-2236. CERTIFIED #1 CDC Utmost VB, Goodeve VB, AC Unity VB, Inifinity, AC Intrepid AC MORGAN, JORDAN. Fdn., Reg., and available. Slind Seeds Group, Archerwill, Cert. available. Terre Bonne Seed Farm SK., 306-323-4402. 306-752-4810, 306-921-8594, Melfort, SK. CERTIFIED CDC UTMOST VB; Unity VB. CERT AND REG. AC Mustang oats, 97% and High germinations, 0% fusarium. Herle 93% germ., Greenfeed silage or swath Seed Farm, 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. grazing. Dale 403-337-3072, Carstairs, AB. AC CARBERRY, Reg. and Cert. #1, 98% CERTIFIED #1 Leggett, AC Morgan, Triac- germ, excellent yield and disease pkg., tor and Mustang. Call Hetland Seeds at short strong straw, limited quantity. Book Naicam, SK, 306-874-5694 or visit: early! Nakonechny Seeds 306-932-4409, www.hetlandseeds.com Ruthilda, SK. CERT TRIACTOR. Excellent quality. Early CERTIFIED UNITY VB and Waskada. Ken booking and volume discounts available. a n d L a r r y Tr o w e l l , S a l t c o a t s , S K , Call Oscar or Lee 306-324-4315, Northland 306-744-2687. Seeds Inc. Margo, SK. CERTIFIED AC WASKADA HRS wheat, good germ., $10.85/bu. Ph 306-483-5052 or 306-483-8790, Oxbow, SK. CERT. #1 SHAW VB; CDC Utmost VB; Unity VB; Goodeve VB, Carberry; Verona D u r u m . A r d e l l S e e d s , Va n s c oy, S K . 306-668-4415. For the nearest grower visit:

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CERT. LEGGETT OATS; Cert. and Reg. Orrin oats. Ph Frederick Seeds at Watson, SK, GRAIN CART SCALES. Order now for ear306-287-3977. ly season discount. Typical 750 bu. grain CERT. #1 CDC COPELAND and Newdale, cart, $3150. Ph 204-871-1175 or toll free 2 row malting, 99% germ. Call: M&M REG. and CERT. AC Morgan. Ken and Larry Trowell, Saltcoats, SK, 306-744-2687. Seeds, 306-258-2219, St. Denis, SK. 1-800-862-8304, www.triplestarmfg.com

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POLISH CANOLA, CERT. NOI AC Sunbeam, ACS-C7. Seidle Seed Farm, 306-342-4377 306-342-4497 Medstead SK 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). WE CARRY ALL VARIETIES of canola. For details, call Hetland Seeds at Naicam, SK, 306-874-5694, www.hetlandseeds.com

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CERT. AND REG. Sorrel flax. Ph Frederick Seeds at Watson, SK., 306-287-3977. 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. CERTIFIED/REGISTERED SORREL Flax. Call Roy at RoLo Farms Ltd. 306-543-5052 Regina, SK. REG., CERT. CDC Impress, Impala, Maxim, Bethune flax; Reg. Cert. Sundre barley. 306-693-2626, Caronport, SK.

LAKESIDE SEEDS has Certified #1 CDC Sorrel flax for sale, excellent quality. Call 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. CERTIFIED #1 CDC Sorrel, CDC Bethune available. Slind Seeds Group, 306-323-4402, Archerwill, SK. REG, CERT. CDC SORREL, Vimy. Palmier Seed Farms, moe.anita@sasktel.net, 306-472-3722, Lafleche, SK. CERTIFIED CDC BETHUNE. Fraser Farms, LEBRECQUE SEED FARMS has certified Pambrun, SK. Phone 306-741-0475, email: Infinity wheat for sale. Phone Roger at foc@sasktel.net 306-222-5757, Saskatoon, SK. CDC SORREL, BETHUNE. Fdn., Reg., and CERT. #1 AC UNITY VB; Cert., #1 Alvena, Cert. available. Terre Bonne Seed Farm high germ. Call Andrew 306-742-4682, 306-752-4810, 306-921-8594, Melfort, SK. Calder, SK. CERT. #1 CDC Sorrel. Call Fenton Seeds, LAKESIDE SEEDS has Fdn., Reg., and Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. Cert. #1 AC Stettler, AC Unity Waskada and much more hard red wheat for sale. CERTIFIED #1 CDC Sorrel. Call Hetland Seeds at Naicam, SK, 306-874-5694. Call 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. www.hetlandseeds.com CERTIFIED AC Unity VB seed. Book Early to guarantee your supply. Contact Patrick CERTIFIED PRAIRIE Grand Flax, Green306-638-3177, Chamberlain, SK. shields Seeds, 306-524-2155 (W), 306-524-4339 (W), Semans, SK. CDC GO, CERTIFIED, registered and foundation. Delivery available. Phone CERT. CDC BETHUNE. Call Ken and Larry Trowell, Saltcoats, SK, 306-744-2687. 403-556-2609, Sundre, AB.

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REG/CERT. CDC SORREL. Excellent quality. Early booking and volume discounts available. Northland Seeds Inc. Call Oscar or Lee 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. CERT. #1 CDC Sorrel flax seed, high germ. Call Andrew 306-742-4682, Calder, SK. CERTIFIED CDC SORREL flax, good germ. Call Reg at 306-483-5052 or 306-483-8790, Oxbow, SK. CDC SORREL FLAX, certified #1. Fraser Agro Ltd. 306-745-3830, Yarbo, SK. FOUNDATION, REGISTERED AND/or certified CDC Sorrel, CDC Bethune. Berscheid Bros Seeds, Lake Lenore, SK. 306-368-2602, kb.berscheid@sasktel.net

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Call GrainEx International Ltd. for current pricing at 306-885-2288, Sedley SK. Visit us on our website at: www.grainex.net CERTIFIED TAURUS, SORREL, Scorpion available. Van Burck Seeds, Star City, BUYING RED AND GREEN LENTILS, all grades, farm pickup. Naber Specialty SK. 306-863-4377. Grains Ltd., 1-877-752-4115, Melfort, SK. email: nsgl@sasktel.net

CERT. #1 CDC GREENLAND. Wiens Seed Farm, 306-377-2002, Herschel, SK. SEED SPECIAL: Cert. CDC Imvincible, Greenland and Imax lentils. Call 306-694-2981, Moose Jaw, SK.

CDC IMAX CL, Reg., Cert. #1, larger red, excellent for splitting. CDC Maxim CL, Reg., Cert., exc. performer. Nakonechny Seeds 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. 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.

CERTIFIED IMRPOVE, large green lentil, Clearfield resistant. Call Roy at RoLo CDC GREENLAND, certified #1, 98% Farms Ltd. 306-543-5052 Regina, SK. germ. Nakonechny Seeds, SEED SPECIAL: Cert. CDC Impower. New 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. Clearfield large green lentils w/better seed REG. and CERT. CDC IMAX red lentils, coat color. 306-694-2981, Moose Jaw, SK. high germ., low disease. Gregoire Seed Farms Ltd. 306-441-7851, 306-445-5516, REGISTERED CDC IMVINCIBLE, Clearfield resistant small green lentil. Ph Roy at North Battleford, SK. RoLo Farms Ltd. 306-543-5052 Regina, SK. CERT. CDC MAXIM CL; CDC IMPOWER CL; CDC IMAX CL. Hansen Seeds, Yellow CDC INVINCIBLE SMALL green lentils, registered. Lynwood Miller, Avonlea, SK. Grass, SK. 306-465-2525 or 306-861-5679. 306-868-7880. SIMPSON SEEDS INC. has the newest lentil varieties such as CERTIFIED CDC CERTIFIED MAXIM LENTILS, 92% germ Dazil, CDC Redcliff, CDC Ruby and the ex- with no disease. Call 204-724-4408, Rivclusive to ssi CDC Iberina with a Produc- ers, MB. or e-mail: idyer@redsper.ca tion contract. Also we have many favorite varieties from past years. Call us at 306-693-9402, Moose Jaw, SK. CERTIFIED #1 Treasure, CDC Meadow REG. CDC IMVINCIBLE CL small green and CDC Patrick. Hetland Seeds, Naicam, lentil. Call Blaine Sudom 306-868-7613, SK, 306-874-5694, www.hetlandseeds.com 306-868-4620, Avonlea, SK. CERT. CDC ROCKET (Maple); CDC Leroy; CERT. CDC DAZIL and CDC Maxim CL; CDC small yellow forage. Herle Seed Farm, Redcliff and CDC Redcoat. Reds. Fast Seed 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. Farm, Kindersley, SK. 306-463-3626. CERTIFIED CDC Patrick REG., CERT. CDC MAXIM CL, wholesale REGISTERED, pea. Stands up great, mildew resistand retail. FOB Hepburn, SK. Email green ant and retains color! $13.50/bu. Diskdseeds@gmail.com or cell 306-290-1083 counts available. VISA and MC accepted. CERTIFIED CDC Maxim, CDC Improve, visit our website: www.LLseeds.ca for deCDC Imigreen lentils, all clearfield varie- tails. Phone 306-731-2843 Lumsden, SK. ties. Great condition, high germination. Discounts available. VISA and MC accept- CERTIFIED CDC BRONCO, CDC Golden, ed. Visit: www.LLseeds.ca for details. CDC Meadow peas. Call Roy at RoLo Farms Ltd. 306-543-5052 Regina, SK. Phone 306-731-2843, Lumsden, SK. CERT. GREENLAND and ROULEAU lentils. CERTIFIED CDC GOLDEN, high germ. Hansen Seeds, 306-465-2525, Phone 306-395-2652, Chaplin, SK. (cell)306-861-5679, Yellow Grass, SK. CERTIFIED CDC MAXIM Clearfield red WESTERN GRAIN certified seed available: lentil. Herle Seed Farm, 306-843-2934, CDC Meadow, CDC Striker, CDC PatWilkie, SK. rick, CDC Pluto, CDC Tetris. Common CERT. CDC MAXIM CL and fdn., cert. CDC maple peas. Other varieties on request. Redberry lentils. Craswell Seeds Ltd., Ph. 306-445-4022, 306-441-6699, or email vicki@westerngrain.com North Battleford, Strasbourg, SK, 306-725-3236. SK, www.westerngrain.com CERT. #1 CDC Impala Clearfield lentils CDC PATRICK CERT. #1 green peas. Fenton Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. Fraser Agro Ltd., 306-745-3830, Yarbo, SK. CERTIFIED CDC GREENLAND, CDC Maxim and CDC Redcoat. Fraser Farms, Pambrun, CERT. #1 CDC MEADOW and Treasure SK. 306-741-0475, email: foc@sasktel.net yellow peas, 99% germ. Call M&M Seeds, 306-258-2219, St. Denis, SK. REG., CERT. CDC GREENLAND, CDC Improve, large green; CDC Maxim, red. C E RT I F I E D TRE ASURE AND Patrick, 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 , Greenshields Seeds, 306-524-2155 (W), 306-524-4339, Semans, SK. moe.anita@sasktel.net Lafleche, SK.

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CERT. CDC PATRICK green peas, high BARLEY FOR SALE, excellent quality, germ. and vigor. Wagon Wheel Seed Corp. L a n i g a n / W a t r o u s , S K . a r e a . Churchbridge, SK, 306-896-2236. 306-365-8452. CERTIFIED #1 CDC Patrick available. Slind Seeds Group, 306-323-4402, Archerwill, SK. TOP QUALITY ALFALFA, variety of grasses CERTIFIED MEADOW, CENTENNIAL, and custom blends, farmer to farmer. Gary Bronco, Patrick, Sage, Leroy, 40-10 Silage Waterhouse 306-874-5684, Naicam, SK. available. Van Burck Seeds, Star City, COMMON #1 GRASSES, legumes, blends. SK. 306-863-4377. Trawin Seeds, 306-752-4060, Melfort, SK. GREEN IS THE COLOR Registered and Certified CDC Striker, CDC Patrick green ALFALFAS/ CLOVERS/ GRASSES, hay peas. Volume discounts. Gregoire Seed blends and pasture blends. Custom blends Farms Ltd. 306-441-7851, 306-445-5516, no charge. Free delivery. Dyck Forages & Grasses Ltd., Elie, MB, 1-888-204-1000. North Battleford, SK. Visit us at www.dyckseeds.com SEED SPECIAL: Certified CDC Pluto. New high yielding green pea with very good GOOD SUPPLY OF MOST alfalfas, clovers bleaching resistance and good green color and grasses. Will blend hay and pasture blends to suit your needs. Call Hetland intensity. 306-694-2981, Moose Jaw, SK. Seeds at Naicam, SK, 306-874-5694. CERT. #1 CDC Meadow; CDC Prosper; www.hetlandseeds.com CDC Acer (Maple); Camry (Green). Fenton Y E L L O W B L O S S O M S W E E T C L OVE R , Seeds, Tisdale, SK., 306-873-5438. cleaned and bagged. 306-652-7095, LAKESIDE SEEDS has Cert. #1 CDC 306-961-7122, Borden, SK. Meadow yellow peas; Fdn, Reg., and Cert. #1 Patrick green peas for sale, excellent FOR ALL YOUR forage seed needs. Full line of alfalfa/grasses/blending. Greg Bjornson quality. 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. 306-554-3302 or 306-554-7987, Viking FOUNDATION, REGISTERED, AND/or cer- Forage Seeds, Wynyard, SK. tified CDC Striker, CDC Patrick, CDC Meadow and CDC Treasure. Berscheid Bros FORAGE BARLEY, Common, 2 row awnless. Seeds, Lake Lenore, SK. 306-368-2602. Humboldt, SK. 306-682-3028. kb.berscheid@sasktel.net ALFALFA SEED cleaned and bagged. REG/CERT. CDC SAGE, Cert. CDC 204-858-2482, Deleau, MB. Golden. Excellent quality. Early booking and volume discounts available. Call Oscar or Lee 306-324-4315, Northland Seeds Inc. Margo, SK. CERISE RED PROSO COMMON MILLET a n d c o m m o n C row n m i l l e t s e e d , $0.40/lb., 90% + germ., 0% Fusarium Graminearum, makes great cattle feed, swath grazed, silage, dry and silage bales, drought tolerant, very high in protein and energy. Delivered in 50 lb. bags at nearest CANTATE CERT. HIGHEST YIELDING points in SK. and AB. Call Reynald at Millet variety. Hansen Seeds, Yellow Grass, SK. King Seed of Canada Inc., St. Claude, MB., 204-379-2987, 204-526-2719 leave msg, 306-465-2525 or 306-861-5679. and text 204-794-8550, all calls reCERT. #1 BASTIA canary seed, 93% germ. cell turned. Visit www.milletkingseeds.com Call Andrew 306-742-4682, Calder, SK. email reynald@milletking.com Over 2000 CDC BASTIA, Cert. #1, limited supply. satisfied producers and our 9th year in CDC Maria, Cert. #1. Nakonechny Seeds business. 306-932-4409, Ruthilda, SK. CERTIFIED CDC TOGO, itchless, good quality. Herle Seed Farm, 306-843-2934, Wilkie, SK. CERTIFIED CDC BASTIA Highest yielding glabrous canary seed. Call Roy at RoLo Farms Ltd 306-543-5052 Regina, SK. FDN/REG/CERT CDC TOGO. Excellent quality. Early booking and volume disC ontact the Seed D ivision at counts available. Northland Seeds Inc. Call Oscar or Lee 306-324-4315, Margo, SK. M ILLIG A N B IO TEC H 1-866-388-6284 BUYING CANARY SEED, farm pickup. or visit Call 1-877-752-4115, Naber Specialty w w w .m illiga n biote c h .c om Grains Ltd. Email: nsgl@sasktel.net L O O K I N G TO B U Y b o r a g e s e e d . 780-928-2621, 780-926-9107, La Crete AB

WANTED N on-Food G rade C anola

CERTIFIED #1 Andante. Call Hetland Seeds at Naicam, SK, 306-874-5694. www.hetlandseeds.com

CERTIFIED ANDANTE yellow mustard and Centennial brown mustard. Greenshields Seeds, Semans, SK, 306-524-2155 (W), 306-524-4339 (H). BESCO GRAIN LTD. Buyer of all varieties BUYING YELLOW AND GREEN PEAS, all of mustard. Call for competitive pricing. grades, farm pickup. Naber Specialty Call 204-736-3570, Brunkild, MB. Grains Ltd., 1-877-752-4115, Melfort, SK. email: nsgl@sasktel.net CERTIFIED M US TA RD S EED LAKESIDE SEEDS has common marrowY e llo w , Bro w n , Orie n ta l fat peas for sale. 306-554-2078, Wynyard, SK. S un d w a ll S e e d S e rvice CLEANED RED LENTILS, 1500 bu. 96% G o va n - 3 06-484-2010 germ, 0% Anthracnose, 0% Sclerotinia, Acke rm a n Ag S e rvice 0.5% Ascochyta, 1% Botrytis. C ha m b e rla in - 3 06-63 8-2282 306-586-0077, 306-533-6549, Regina, SK. Flo b e rg S e e d Fa rm CALL SIMPSON SEEDS for large Kabuli S ha u n a vo n - 3 06-297-2087 chickpeas, good quality, germ cleaned and ready to pick up at our farm south of H e tla n d S e e d s Moose Jaw, SK. Ask for Jamie or Trevor at Na ic a m - 3 06-874-5694 306-693-9402. W a go n W h e e l S e e d C o rp C hu rc hb rid ge - 3 06-896-223 6 M e rce r S e e d s MILLET SEED, germination approved. Le thb rid ge - 403 -3 08-2297 306-783-5080, Yorkton, SK.

350 QUINOA PRODUCTION CONTRACTS now available. Call Northern Quiona 306-542-3949, Kamsack, SK.

Spel t seed fo r sa l e, regi stered , certi fi ed seed , ca l l ed CDC Ori gi n. H igh yield er, s u ita b le o f a ll a rea s w es tern Ca n a d a .

Call204-272-2890. Progressive Yard Works Ltd. 3423 Millar Ave Saskatoon, SK 306-244-6911 www.progressiveyardworks.com

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SEED WHEAT, bought March 31, 2011 from Fenton Seed Farm Ltd. Was not seeded due to wet spring and sold land in 2012; OATS, cleaned and bin run, no wild oats. Ph Nick 306-542-2297, Kamsack, SK. COMMON OATS, 98% vigor, 98% germination. Call Marty at: 306-220-7915, Blaine Lake, SK. COMMON OATS FOR SALE, cleaned. Call 306-342-4918, Glaslyn, SK.

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Buying Feed Peas & Lentils PEARMAN GRAIN LTD. Saskatoon

Green and/or heated Canola/Flax, Wheat, Barley, Oats, Peas, etc. BOW VALLEY TRADING LTD.

1-877-641-2798 WANTED: FEED BARLEY, 48 lbs. plus. Phone Larry Hagerty, Stony Beach, SK. 306-345-2523.

306-374-1968 WHY NOT KEEP MARKETING SIMPLE? You are selling feed grains. We are buying feed grains. Fast payment, with prompt pickup, true price discovery. Call Gerald Snip, Jim Beusekom, Allen Pirness or Dave Lea at Market Place Commodities Ltd., Lethbridge, AB. Ph.: 1-866-512-1711. Email info@marketplacecommodities.com WANTED: BUYING ALL grades of oats. Send sample to Newco Grain Ltd., Box 717, Coaldale, AB., T1M 1M6. Call 1-800-661-2312. www.newcograin.com

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“Quality Grain finding you your best value in grain marketing.” W e w ork w ith a ll types of gra in inclu ding hea ted ca nola . Phone 1-866-824-8324 in C a lga ry, 1-877-775-2155 in Bra ndon or 1-877-777-7715 in Red D eer for a ll you r gra in m a rketing needs. WANTED: FEED GRAIN, all types of barley, wheat, oats, peas, etc. Prompt payment. Gary 306-823-4493, Neilburg, SK.

WEST CENTRAL SASK. feedlot purchasing WANTED FEED/ OFF-GRADE LENTILS b a r l e y . P r o m p t p a y m e n t . C o n t a c t or pulses and other heated, tough grains 306-962-3992, Eston, SK. or screenings. Prairie Wide Grain, 306WE BUY HEATED CANOLA, Off-grade 230-8101, 306-716-2297, Saskatoon, SK. Grain and Screenings. Also buying barley, wheat, etc. Payment is quick! Call LACKAWANNA PRODUCTS CORP. BuyJoy Lowe or Scott Ralph at Wilde Bros. Ag ers and sellers of all types of feed grain Trading, Raymond, AB. 1-877-752-0115, and grain by-products. Call 306-862-2723, Nipawin, SK. email: wildebrosagtrading@gmail.com

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Watermark Beach Resort Vacation Package In the heart of Golf and Wine Country is Watermark Beach Resort - the Okanagan`s newest Resort. Fabulous Local Cuisine - and lots of golf, wine and Soft Adventure activities - Ski, Golf and sit out under the stars in the Hot Tub.www.watermarkbeachresort.com Find Your Oasis. Included in the Spring Auction Package $2,745.00 value is: 5 nights in a two bedroom lake view suite with full gourmet kitchen, two full baths, private balcony. - valid mid-week (Sunday-Thursday) $50.00 Welcome Gift on arrival 2 Watermark signature Bathrobes. Watermark Beach Resort P.O. Box 700 - 15 Park Place Osoyoos, BC 250-495-5500 Item # www.watermarkbeachresort.com

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The ORCA Trailer POD is absolutely perfect for pulling with small cars. Use the POD when camping, hunting, fishing, traveling. Weighs a mere 350 pounds. Even a small car can tow this trailer! FOB Saskatoon, SK. Model# POD. Go to www.orcatrailers.com

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CUSTOM CLEANING AND bagging all types of mustard for seed or processing. Color sorting available. Also looking for low 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 306-638-2282, Chamberlain, SK.

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CONVENTIONAL ARGENTINE CANOLA, 99% germ., 93% vigor. Battleford, SK. Phone 1-877-312-2839. GOLDEN FLAX SEED, 99% germ., 94% vigor. Call 306-728-3217, Melville, SK.

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WANTED

FEED BARLEY, WHEAT, RYE, TRITICALE and ALL TYPES OF SCREENINGS! Also AGENTS for Chickpeas, Lentils, Field Peas COMPETITIVE! PROMPT PAYMENT! Swift Current, SK Toll Free: 1-877-360-0727 E-Mail: wheatlandcommodities@sasktel.net

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2011- 1000 large high quality round alfalfa/brome bales; 2010- about 400 alfalfa/ brome bales. Wawota, SK. 306-739-2618, 306-577-7031. FLAX STRAW BALES, 3x4 squares. Reasonably priced. 403-793-1705, Brooks, AB. HAY AND GRASS bales, flax, wheat and barley straw, 4x4 and 3x4 bales, delivery available. 403-223-8164 or 403-382-0068, Taber, AB. EXCELLENT HORSE FEED hard core round bales, no rain, alfalfa/Timothy brome mix. 403-616-4667, Cochrane, AB. 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.

HAY FOR SALE, 1250 alfalfa or grass mix round netwrap bales, no rain. Straw also. Alan Coutts 306-463-8423, Alsask, SK. 250 SMALL SQUARE brome/ alfalfa bales, good quality, undercover, ideal horse hay. Call 306-931-2826, cell 306-290-4920 Martensville, SK.

• Inexpensive Source • Agricultural Gypsum

ALFALFA AND BROME 400 soft core twine wrapped bales, approx. 1400 lbs., feed tested, $15 each OBO. 306-456-2497, Weyburn, SK. SECOND CUT ALFALFA hay, feed tested, dairy quality. Mike, 306-631-8779 or 306-691-5011, Moose Jaw, SK.

Call

NORTHSTAR GYPSUM

SMALL SQUARE BALES, Timothy, tarped, $3.50/bale. Rick 306-221-2079, Allan, SK.

200 ALFALFA/BROME mix, approx. 1600 WANTED: A joint venture partner(s) who lbs., netwrap bales, no rain. Call Sullivan own a large square baler to enter into a Farms, 306-463-3678, Flaxcombe, SK. hay marketing/ processing partnership. 1000 Metric tonne of ALFALFA SILAGE For more info call 1-800-291-1432. in bags, located at Olds, AB. Dairy quality, HAY AND STRAW for sale. Dairy quality, 6 0 % m o i s t u r e . 4 0 3 - 5 0 7 - 8 6 6 0 o r feeder hay, and grass hay, 3x4 square 403-994-0042. bschmitt@barr-ag.com bales. 403-633-8835, Brooks, AB. 4x5 HARD CORE irrigated alfalfa brome WANTED: ALFALFA HAY large square bales, first cut $25, 2nd cut no rain $35. bales. Will buy all qualities including with 306-867-8411, Outlook, SK. rain. Priced according to quality, in South600+ NEW ALFALFA/MEADOW Brome ern Alberta. Call 1-800-291-1432. round bales, quality hay. Your choice of 2500 MEDIUM SQUARE Timothy hay bales, 1500 or 1800 lbs., $40/bale. Easy access horse quality, stored in hay shed; Also 400 off Hwy #14. 306-329-4664, Asquith, SK. big round alfalfa/Timothy mix bales. Phone 204-372-6937, Fisher Branch, MB. DUST FREE HIGH quality flood irrigated 300 ALFALFA hard core round bales, 1400 grass hay, average 1400-1500 lbs. Murray lbs. 403-664-2430, 403-664-0734, located Evans, 306-492-4810, Dundurn, SK. at Oyen, AB. DURUM STRAW, 3x4 squares, $15. Deliv80- 5X6 SOFT CORE brome and alfalfa ery available. 306-631-8854, Moose Jaw, round bales, $30/bale. 306-538-4685, SK. or email: bforge@sasktel.net Kennedy, SK. ALFALFA ROUND BALES: 2009, 2010 and BROME AND ALFALFA bales, 1400 lbs., no 2011 for sale, 1600 lbs., some tests. Phone 306-544-2793, Hanley, SK. rain, $40/bale. Kipling, SK. 306-736-8273. SQUARE HAY BALES, 3x3x8 alfalfa, 1000 lb., 2010/2011. Baled with no rain. 306-463-7127, Marengo, SK. 3x4 STRAW BALES for sale. 403-501-9307, Tilley, AB. ALFALFA/BROME HAY, 4x8 square, avg. 1600 lbs., no rain, tarped. Contact Jim, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK, days 306-332-6221, night 306-332-3955.

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

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S EED CL EAN IN G & FERTIL IZER BUS IN ES S IN RABBIT L AK E, S AS K . GAMMILL LONGARM Quilting Machine 2008 Optimum Plus, 14’ table, 30” throat. Auto stitch regulator, front and rear digital controls and display. Includes factory overhead light bar, many pantographs, thread, bobbins, needles and other accessories, machine like new and well cared for. Asking $15,000. Delivery and setup is available. 306-673-2292, Leader, SK.

GOOD QUALITY HAY, AB and BC, big 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 . WANTED: REMINGTON MODEL 760 pump rifle in 222 or 223. Top dollar paid. Phone 403-758-3041, Magrath, AB. 519-794-2735, Holland Centre, ON. HAY!! APPROX. 3000 small square bales, alfalfa and brome grass, quality varies RAM POWER SNARES, Conibear traps, fur handling equipment. For free catalogue $2/bale. Lemberg, SK. 306-335-2280. email kdgordon@sasktel.net or call ALFALFA HARD CORE round bales, net 306-862-4036, Nipawin, SK. wrap, approx. 1500 lbs., loading and trucking available. Standing alfalfa, by the lb. GOT COYOTES? I’m interested in purchasor share. Ph or fax 306-228-3727, Unity SK ing all wild furs throughout SK. Contact for prices and pickup details. Phone 500 ALFALFA ROUND 2nd cut bales, no 306-889-2070, text 306-865-0027 or email r a i n . F e e d a n a l y s i s a v a i l a b l e . madtrapper@hotmail.ca Must have fur li403-227-6692, Innisfail, AB. cence or treaty number. DL# 88600973. COMPLETE HAY HAULING business, incl. loader w/engine heater, 4 truck trains, NEW 48” FOOD PLOT seeder, includes spin w/spare semi. Complete customer list spreader disc and rear roller, $1000. throughout SK. and MB. Plus flax haul. 306-773-0996, Swift Current, SK. 204-729-7297. BRUNSWICK POOL TABLE, 6’x12’ with all BIG ROUND MIXED hay bales, no rain, accessories and cues. 306-272-4620 after $30 ea. loaded. Also, small square hay and 6 PM, Foam Lake, SK. straw bales, no rain. 15 kms SE of Saskatoon, SK. 306-955-1497, 306-229-9097.

400 ALFALFA/BROME 5X6 JD bales, net wrapped, $36/ea. loaded. Delivery CGC L icen s ed & Bo n d ed 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. 1ST AND 2ND cut alfalfa/grass bales, straight alfalfa, grass, and straw bales. Will deliver. Call 306-948-7291, Biggar, SK. 350 LARGE ROUND hay bales, net wrapped NUVISION COMMODITIES is currently for sale. 306-961-4682, Prince Albert, SK. purchasing feed barley, wheat, peas and 250 EXCELLENT ALFALFA brome, no rain, milling oats. 204-758-3401, St. Jean, MB. $35/round bale, 1300+. 306-656-4541, Harris, SK. 208 BROME/ALFALFA bales $30/ea; 69 hay bales, $25/ea. All bales 5x6 soft core, STANDING FORAGE 100 acres of cattleHAY FOR SALE: Pure alfalfa and alfalfa 2011. 306-424-2709, Montmartre, SK. man’s mix hay and 600 acres alfalfa. grass mix bales, 800 medium squares and 800 5x6 rounds, no rain, feed analysis LARGE ROUND alfalfa and alfalfa brome Ph/fax: 306-228-3727, Unity, SK. available. Call Murray Faubert, Marengo, bales, 1200 lbs., excellent quality. Phone SMALL SQUARE BALES, alfalfa/grass, good SK before 6 pm 306-463-9691; after 6 PM, 306-736-2277, 306-736-7034, Kipling, SK. quality, sheltered, $3 to $4.50 per bale. 306-968-2921. RM 369: 2011 2nd cut alfalfa, 210 bales, Phone 306-945-2378, Waldheim, SK. lb, net wrapped, protein 19.5%, RFV SOLID CORE ROUND, small square: alfalfa, 1850 5X4 ROUND HARD CORE Alfalfa and Alfalalfalfa grass, green feed, grass, straw. De- 135. 306-716-3409, Humboldt, SK. fa/grass bales, 2011 is $20 and 2010 is livered. 306-237-4582, Perdue, SK. EXCELLENT HORSE AND COW hay, no $10; Also 2010 small squares, $1.25/ea. dust, no mold, tested, some 2nd cut left. Phone 306-726-4569, Southey, SK. 2011 TOP QUALITY- 1000 round bales, Ken Qualman 306-492-4634, Dundurn, SK. mixed and alfalfa for sale. For info. call FOR SALE: CERTIFIED Organic wheat and 306-421-3859, Estevan, SK. oat straw big, round bales, average weight WA N T E D : A L FA L FA H AY, round or 1550 lbs., $10/bale. 306-445-4850, North FERTILIZER- Phosphate, Gypsum and square, good quality. Broderick, SK. Call Battleford, SK. Compost. Phosphate and gypsum are Greg or Chris: 306-867-8080. 290 ALFALFA BROME hard core JD big OMRI approved for organic. The compost H AY F O R S A L E , a l f a l f a g r a s s m i x , b a l e s , n o r a i n , $ 4 0 e a c h . P h o n e is approved for organic use by WSAD. This 1500-1600 lb. soft core rounds, $35 per 306-567-4645, Davidson, SK. soft rock phosphate is used by organic and bale. Call 306-699-7194, Qu’Appelle, SK. farmers with positive results. ConBUYING PURE ALFALFA STANDING for regular tact Bartzen Ag Supply Ltd. 306-242-4553 2011 ALFALFA MIX round bales, 1150 lbs., 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 . or email: lbartzen@shaw.ca $25 each; also 2010 bales, $12 each. Wey- 403-507-8660 or 403-994-0042, Olds, AB. bschmitt@barr-ag.com WANTED: UP TO 600 tons of potash fines. burn, SK. 306-842-3532, 306-861-1827. SMALL SQUARE mixed hay bales. Can Phone 204-655-3458, Dauphin, MB. LARGE ROUND AND SMALL SQUARE, deliver in SK. and AB. w/self-unloading alfalfa and mixed, FDA approved. semi; Also 114 second cut round bales. WANT TO SAVE ON FERTILIZER? Use compost to reduce fert. costs. For limited close to Regina, SK. 306-539-6123. Barg Farms, 403-793-7461, Brooks, AB. time free compost, farmers only. EdmonJD HARD CORE alfalfa or alfalfa/brome 400 LARGE ROUND 2nd cut dairy quality ton and area (2 hr. radius). Transportation timothy mix. Call 306-542-8382, Pelly, SK. not included. Call now! 780-488-7926. alfalfa bales. 306-232-4985, Rosthern, SK

TARPCO, SHUR-LOK, MICHEL’S sales, service, installations, repairs. Canadian company. We carry aeration socks. We now carry electric chute openers for grain trailer hoppers. 1-866-663-0000. SHUR-LOK TRUCK TARPS and replacement tarps for all makes of trucks. Alan, 306-723-4967, 306-726-7808, Cupar, SK.

C lea ning Pla ntinc lud es : • 40’ x 80’ s teel b u ild in g in clu d in g 20’ x 16, tw o s to rey o ffice a rea • 20 x 20 hea ted a rea w ith 20 fo o tw a lls , & 40 x 60 a rea ho u s in g clea n in g p la n t • 30’ 30 to n n e p la tfo rm s ca le in s id e b u ild in g • Crip to n M o d el 588 w in d a n d s creen gra in clea n er c/w n u m ero u s s creen s co m p lete s ys tem • Ca n o la S eed trea ter • S eed Ba ggin g ho p p er • Ap p ro xim a tely 30,000 Bu s hels Bin S p a ce • S ecu rity S ys tem Fertilizer Pla nt: • Refu rb is hed 7 to n n e b len d er c/w s ca le • S ix 70 to n n e fertilizer b in s C hem ic a l S hed : • 30’ x 40’ S teel b u ild in g w ith 14 ft2x6 w a lls , in flo o r hea tin co n crete p a d , ven tila tio n s ys tem a n d S ecu rity S ys tem L o ca ted o n 8.49 a cres o n the o u ts kirts o fRa b b itL a ke, S a s k. Open ho u s e to b e held o n

FIBERGLASS SEPTIC TANKS- Various sizes available, starting from 250 gal. up to 34,000 gal. See your nearest Flaman store today or call 1-888-435-2626 or visit www.flaman.com

TRIPLE KIT, 20.8R42 Titan tractor tires, 65%, on rims w/spacers and hardware, $9500. 306-736-7800, Windthorst, SK.

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WATERFOWL AND UPLAND game business for sale. WMZ 40, 41 and 42. 3 bedroom house, decoys and trailer can be included. WANTED: 20.8X34 TRACTOR tires. Phone Call Mike 306-872-4310 or 306-874-8032, 204-773-2868, Russell, MB. Naicam, SK. SET OF MICHELIN 16.9x30, 10 ply, on OUTFITTING CAMP FOR SALE, Zone 62: JD rims; set of Goodyear 16.9x30, 10 ply, 16 bear, 23 White-tailed deer, 8 moose d u a l k i t o f f J D ; 1 c e n t r e fi t s J D. tags, 1 out-camp, incl. log cabins, pontoon 306-961-1037, Harris, SK. boat, stands, diesel generator, etc. Locat- RIMS FOR 8960 and 8970 size 30-32. 4 ed in northern Sask. Serious inquiries only. rims/ 10 bolt holes; 4 rims/ 9 bolt holes. 306-547-5524, Preeceville, SK. Ph: 306-944-4545, Goldenhill Cattle Company Ltd., Viscount, SK. FLY-IN FISHING CAMP for sale, NE Sask. Titled lot, outfitting/recreation. Float MANY LARGE USED scraper tires for sale, $200 each. 204-532-2231, Binscarth, MB. plane access only. 306-247-4818 Scott, SK

POLY TANKS: 15 to 10,000 gallons; Bladder tanks from 220 to 88,000 gal; Water and liquid fertilizer; Fuel tanks, single and double wall; Truck and storage, gas or dsl. Wilke Sales, 306-586-5711, Regina, SK.

WE ADDED MORE TIRE SIZES: 23.1-26, 12 ply, $1154; 11R22.5, $299; 13.0-24, 12 ply, $436; 16x70-20, 14 ply, $795 (equivalent to 405/70-20); 17.5-25, 24 ply, $839; 20.5-25, 24 ply, $1390; 23.5-25, 24 ply, $1690. Factory direct. More sizes available new and used. 1-800-667-4515. www.combineworld.com EIGHT GOODYEAR 24.5R32 tires, 50% tread left, no cracks, $500/ea. OBO. 403-502-6332, Schuler, AB.

Winnipeg, MB. WANTED: 4 USED 20.8x42 Firestone radial tires, 23°, all traction; one 20.8x38 Goodyear DT710, Dyna torque radial tire; 18.4x42 Firestone radial factory duals and hubs for Case IH Puma 165 or 180 tractor. A.E. Chicoine Farm Equipment Ltd., 306-449-2255, Storthoaks, SK.

WE ADDED MORE TIRE SIZES: 23.1-26, 12 ply, $1154; 11R22.5, $299; 13.0-24, 12 ply, $436; 16x70-20, 14 ply, $795 (equivalent to 405/70-20); 17.5-25, 24 ply, $839; 20.5-25, 24 ply, $1390; 23.5-25, 24 ply, $1690. Factory direct. More sizes available C E M P P 2 0 0 t i r e b a l a n c e r, $ 2 5 0 0 . n e w a n d u s e d . 1 - 8 0 0 - 6 6 7 - 4 5 1 5 . 204-243-2453, High Bluff, MB. www.combineworld.com NEED FLOTATION? Compaction probl e m ? S o l u t i o n ! Tw o F i r e s t o n e 68x50.00-32, like new, on JD rims, $7900/pr. Consider low tread 68 or 66 in USED TOS FULLY automatic surface grindtrade. Call 306-441-0398, Battleford, SK. er, BPH-20, 8”x24” magnetic chuck; One WANTED: 8- 710-70R38 tires, must be at used Nelson carbide circular saw grinder. least 50%. 780-220-1950, St. Michael, AB. 306-522-5144, Regina, SK. LOGGING TIRES on heavy rims for a 624 JD or 544 JD loader, 28Lx26 20 ply. Approx. 200 hrs on tires. Goldenhill Cattle Company Ltd. 306-944-4545, Viscount, SK.

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59,150

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5,915

20x48 Cabin Kit

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Apollo Grain Probe

Grain Probe, 8 feet long. Sample 8 feet of the bin with one probe; sufficient capacity for a testable sample. One probe gives test sample. The handle is bent to hook on to a ladder. Light and easy to handle with all metal construction. New Product tried and tested. FOB Saskatoon, SK.

20x48 Ft Cabin Kit. Includes: 20x8 deck/rails, 4 ft roof extension, 20x12 ft loft, stairs/railing, 8x8 ft partition walls, 2-36x36 inch windows, 2-42x42 inch windows, ﬂoor kit, insulation package, patio door, 36 inch entry door.

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Prefab Pine Cabins Inc. 14948 72 Street Edmonton, AB 780-935-3854 www.prefabcabins.com

Apollo Machine 2502 Millar Ave Saskatoon, SK 306-242-9884 Item # 308-312 www.apollomachineandproducts.com

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2012 3,499 700 www.reimerweldingmfg.com OPENING

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2012 Cub Cadet RZT50 Mower 22 HP Kawasaki FR V-Twin OHV. Electric Starter, Transmission: HydroGear EZT, pivoting front axle, systems monitor, mechanical parking brake, 2-way adjustable lap bars, lap bar dampeners, 3.0 gallon fuel tank and electric PTO. Cutting Height: 1.5-4.0 inch, 3 year/120 hour limited residential warranty. FOB Raymore, SK.

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Raymore New Holland Box 280 Raymore, SK 306-746-2911 www.raymorenewholland.com

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1981 GURUTZPE 32”x120” metal lathe, 10” spindle bore, 2-four jaw chucks, taper attachment, steady rest, multifix tool post and cross slide has been converted to ball screw, 220V/480V 3 PH motor. Asking $39,500; Brand new 2011 MODERN metal lathe, 18”x60” with 3-1/8” spindle bore, c/w 3 jaw, 4 jaw, steady rest, follower rest, taper attach, quick change tool post and face plate, 220V 3 PH motor. Asking $9800, new price $17,000; Universal horizontal #5 CINCINNATI mill w/vertical head, runs excellent, just ran out of space. Very heavy machine, 50 HP, 220V/480V, 3 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 306-483-2376, 306-483-7053, Oxbow, SK

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U-DRIVE TRACTOR TRAILER Training, 25 years experience. Day, 1 and 2 week upgrading programs for Class 1A, 3A and air brakes. One on one driving instructions. 306-786-6600, Yorkton, SK.

JOURNEYMAN OR 3rd/4th year heavy equipment field service technician required. We offer mobile heavy equipment repair along with shop based repair in a growing company in Calgary, AB. Strength in JD/Cat, welding, electrical and hydraulics, prior field experience, clean driver abstract. We offer consistent work with flexible scheduling. Top wages and excellent benefit package for suitable applicant. Call 403-936-4570, malm@platinum.ca

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EXPERIENCED LIVE-IN CAREGIVER is looking to care for a senior. Would prefer in Saskatchewan. Call 306-795-2270.

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1- 800- 661- 432 6 w w w . selectho lid a ys. co m 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 306-763-7415, 306-752-3830.

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

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE REQUIRED on pedigreed seed/grain farm near Govan, SK. Job would include: Working in seed cleaning plant; Trucking; Operating and maintaining all farm equipment. Good work ethic, mechanical skills and 1A license an asset. Wages dependant on experience. Relocation assistance available. Apply with resume to: Kevin Yauck, Box 323, Govan, WATERBOY SOLAR PRODUCTS has water SK, S0G 1Z0. Phone 306-484-4555 or delivery systems for your Farm, Ranch or email: yauckseedfarm@sasktel.net irrigation project. Waterboy Solar also sells grid-tie solar systems that are 100% FARM MANAGER permanent full-time pre-built and CSA approved. Just connect wanted for 705370 AB Ltd., 30 kms NE of to your service panel and you’re done!! Calgary, AB. Salary/wage depending on These systems come in 5 kW, 10 kW and experience/ability (start at $20/hr). Previcustom sizes. All systems qualify for the ous farm experience is a necessity. Class “growing forward” and other incentives. 1, mechanically inclined and ability to run Call 780-569-5119 or www.solarpumps.ca an air seeder, sprayer, combine, etc. an asCall 403-312-0702 leave message, or WATERMASTER Floating Pumps on sale set. now at Flaman Sales. Only $2,095 and email markusr@live.ca comes with 400 feet of hose. See your GRAIN FARM REQUIRES help for the farmn 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 ing season and potential permanent position. Class 1 required. Successful applicant 1-888-435-2626 or visit www.flaman.com should be mechanically inclined, mature, responsible and reliable, be able to work independently and as a team, have problem solving skills and be versatile. Duties ECOSMARTEPLANETFRIENDLY.COM will include all aspects involved in operatNew state of the art water purification sys- ing a grain farm i.e. maintain, repair and tem now available in Canada No salts, operate machinery . Wage negotiable deno chemicals, no chlorine, 99% pure pending on skill and experience. Housing water. Hundreds of satisfied customers. 20 provided. Position starts in early April. Loyears in the business. Don’t be fooled by c a t e d i n S i l v e r V a l l e y, A B . C a l l cheap spin offs. Distributor for BC, AB, SK 780-351-2284 or email: laurenandlauraland MB. Advance Pure Water Systems. ee@yahoo.ca 306-867-9461, Outlook, SK. FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT on large PRAIRIES WATER TREATMENT LTD., High cow/calf and grain operation in East CenRiver, AB. (www.myclfree.com) Servicing tral AB. Duties include operating and mainBC. AB. SK. and MB. Oxydate and ionize taining all farm and livestock equipment, single tap to whole house to commercial fencing, haying, harvest, handling cattle units. No salt, no chlorine, no chemicals. and calving. Mechanical skills, Class 1 liCustom built and guaranteed. Now with cense and welding experience an asset. water softening and scale control capa- Modern equipment and housing. House, bilities. Ph or email for info and free quote. utilities and appliances supplied. Dental 403-620-4038. prairieswater@gmail.com and health benefits available. Wages are based on experience. Must have a valid drivers license. Only 10 min. from K to 12 school, hospital, groceries and sports facilities. Contact Charles at 403-577-2780. JAY-CEE WELDING LTD in Brooks, AB. Ac- F a x r e s u m e s w i t h r e f e r e n c e s t o cepting applications for experienced 403-577-3108 or email ckcrisp@netago.ca welders/fabricators. Ph 403-362-6807. Fax resume to: 403-362-2106 or e-mail: josh.clow@jayceewelding.com ALL CANADIAN GRAIN INC. has a position fo r f u l l - t i m e M a i n t e n a n c e M a n a g e r available immediately. Successful appliwill engage in routine and preventaSTAUBER DRILLING INC. Water well cant maintenance and equipment operaconstruction and servicing, exploration tive Skills required: Basic computer and geotechnical drilling. Professional ser- tion. experience with operating vice since 1959. Call the experts at familiarity, modern farm equipment and good com1-800-919-9211 info@stauberdrilling.com munication skills. We hire for attitude and HAYTER DRILLING LTD. Over 50 yrs in train for skill. Position includes medical groundwater industry specializing in 5” - benefits, workers compensation and more. 30” wells. Premium quality materials used Please send resume and references to: in new construction. Old well servicing and humanresourceACG@gmail.com rehab. New equipment and experienced crews. 1-888-239-1658, Watrous, SK. FOR SALE: WATER WELL drilling rig, Mayhew 1000. 780-675-4405, Athabasca, AB.

EXPERIENCED HERDSPERSON WANTED on modern 300 cow dairy farm at Abbotsford, BC. Good wages and working hrs. Housing available. 778-242-2620 or email cspruim@hotmail.com LOOKING FOR HELP for calving season in east central AB. Reliable person w/interest and experience with livestock. Housing, utilities and appliances supplied. Wages based on experience. Please fax resume w/references to 403-552-2359, Altario, AB. or email clarkconstruction@telus.net CALVING HELP, reliable person with interest and experience with livestock to help during calving season. Elaine Earl, 306-299-4545, Consul, SK. RANCH POSITION PORCUPINE HILLS, AB. Need self motivated person w/ability to work alone. Good horsemanship, cattle handling and calving skills. Experience w/tractor, hay equip. and basic repairs. Require two useable ranch horses. Three bedroom mobile home w/addition. NS. 20 minutes to Pincher Creek. $3,000. per month. Start by mid March. Send resume including 3 references to Snake Trail Hereford Ranch: ncranch22@gmail.com FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE REQUIRED on potato farm near Taber, AB. Duties include: Operating and maintaining farm machinery; Hauling potatoes and grain: And general farm duties. Previous farm experience required. Wage based on experience. Housing available. Call 403-223-3319 (please leave a message), or fax resume to 403-223-1789. EXPERIENCED EQUIPMENT OPERATOR needed for large scale grain/cattle farm. Class 1A licence an asset. Above average wages w/benefits package. Housing available. Could turn into a full time position. 306-730-9814, Neudorf, SK. LOOKING FOR SEASONAL full-time help for a grain farm in SE Sask. Must be willing to work long hrs during seeding and harvest. Must be mechanically inclined with farm experience and Class 1A drivers license w/clean abstract. Wages negiotable. Kurt Freitag 306-487-3228, Lampman, SK. EM PLOYM ENT OPPORTUNITY SPECIAL AREAS BOARD

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The S pe c ia l Are a s Bo a rd re qu ire s a G ra zin g Re s e rve As s is ta n t a t the Re m o u n t C o m m u n ity Pa s tu re n e a r Bin d lo s s , Alb e rta fro m a ppro xim a te ly M a y 1 to Oc to b e r 3 1. Res p o n s ib ilities o f this p o s itio n in clu d e a s s is tin g the Gra zin g Res erve S u p ervis o r w ith a d m ittin g, trea tin g, reco rd in g, d o cto rin g, a n d m o vin g ca ttle a t the p a s tu re. Ad d itio n a l d u ties a re m a in ten a n ce a n d rep a ir w o rk o n b u ild in gs , fen ces , w a ter s ys tem s a n d co rra ls . Qu a lifica tio n s : E xp erien ce in ha n d lin g lives to ck u n d er ra n ge co n d itio n s . T he s u cces s fu l a p p lica n t m u s t s u p p ly his o r her o w n ho rs es (m in im u m 3) a n d ta ck. Ho u s in g a cco m m o d a tio n s a re s u p p lied . Fo r m o re in fo rm a tio n c o n ta c t Jo rd o n C hris tia n s o n a t(403 ) 854-5614. Co m petitio n N u m b er: 6 41000 W a ge: $20.07 to $21.78 /ho u r Clo s in g Da te: M a rch 16 , 2012 T his is a d es ign a ted s a fety s en s itive p o s itio n a n d m a n d a to ry d ru g tes tin g m a y b e co n d u cted o n a ll n ew ly hired em p lo yees . Plea se send a p p lic a tion form or resum e to: Hu m a n Res o u rce S ervices S pecia l Area s Bo a rd Bo x 8 20 Ha n n a , AB T0J 1P0 Fa x - (403) 8 54-5527 S pecia lArea s HR@ go v.a b .ca Only those a p p lic a nts c hosen for a n interview w ill b e c onta c ted . w w w .s pecia la rea s .a b .ca

100 COW DAIRY, Fort St. John, BC, seeks full-time multi skilled person. Good community and housing. Phone/fax 250-785-8177 or lehmann@fsjbc.com

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 EQUIPMENT OPERATORS REQUIRED depending on experience. Fax resume to for spring seeding operations. We run new 306-722-3780 or call 306-861-2195. and late model equipment and offer top pay. Will provide room and board. Majority KLATT HARVESTING is now looking for of work is 1 hour east of Saskatoon, SK. combine and truck drivers for the 2012 US Contact Lee 306-867-3046, 306-962-3992. and Cdn. harvest. All applicants must have Email: lthansen@xplornet.com 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 AG MECHANIC/MACHINE OPERATOR US, an experience you can obtain no other We are currently recruiting for a Mechan- way! Email resume to klattk@hotmail.com ic/Machine Operator. If you are a hard or fax 403-867-2751, Foremost, AB. Visit working mechanically inclined person with our website at: klattfarms.synthasite.com farm machinery experience, we would like to talk to you. Safe work environment, ex- ROWLAND SEEDS, one of the largest farm cellent wages and bonus potential, mod- family businesses in southern Alberta, is ern equipment to operate, heated shop. looking for full-time employees for farmPhone Chad Haskey 306-338-2773 or fax ing operations as Farm Labourer. Competiresume to 306-338-2793, Wadena, SK. tive salary depending on experience. The LARGE CATTLE RANCH in west central candidate must understand and operate Sask. seeks full-time year round employee. the farm business operations, maintain Duties to include calving, general cattle farm machinery and equipment, and have work, haying, feeding, fencing and general good mechanical skills. Ph: 403-223-8164 yard and building maintenance. 3 bdrm. or email: info@rowlandseeds.com house with utilities, satellite TV, WiFi, incl. REQUIRED APRIL 15th - November 15th: Salary based on experience. Call Rick Building and equipment repair and light 306-574-4206, Lacadena, SK. maintenance. Good physical condition. ROWLAND SEEDS, one of the largest farm Driver’s licence. Some skills with equipfamily businesses in southern Alberta, is ment operation beneficial but not essenlooking for full-time employees for farm- tial. Will train the right applicant. $15/hr. ing operations as Farm Manager. Competi- t o s t a r t . F a x 3 0 6 - 5 4 5 - 0 9 2 3 , c a l l tive salary depending on experience. The 877-806-8482, Abernathy, SK. candidate must understand and operate the farm business operations, maintain FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT to help operate farm machinery and equipment, and have large cow/calf and backgrounding operagood mechcnical skills. Ph: 403-223-8164 tion in Southern SK. Applicant must have exp w/cattle, Class 1A license and meor Email: info@rowlandseeds.com chanical skills. 306-520-8161, Regina, SK. COW/CALF OPERATION requires person for general farm and ranch work. Calving GRAIN FARM SW Sask. requires seasonal and pasture riding experience necessary. farm help for the 2012 season. Successful House w/utilities and appliances supplied. applicant should be mechanically inclined Consort, AB. Phone 403-577-0011 or email and be able to operate and maintain farm equipment. Class 1A license is an asset. references to: u2dryad4@hotmail.com Housing provided. Submit resume with FULL OR PART-TIME HELP wanted on references to Randy by: fax 306-299-5751, southern Sask farm. Duties include opera- Consul, SK. or email rl.olson@sasktel.net tion and maintenance of machinery and general farm work. Flexible hours. House CHRISTIAN GRAIN FARMER needs full time worker w/farm experience and Class available. 306-642-5806, Assiniboia, SK. 1A licence. 306-692-4047, Moose Jaw, SK. FARM LABOURERS WANTED: Includes room and board, other jobs may include carpentry and construction, will train. 780902-2108, 780-920-7360, Edmonton, AB.

FULL-TIME YEAR ROUND FARM employment available immediately on a large progressive grain farm, 25 min. from Regina, SK. Looking for: truck drivers with Class 1 license; Equip. operators and general help. Multiple positions avail, well suited for a couple who would like to live on a farm or a single person looking to get out of the city. Furnished housing provided at yard site. Training and competitive wages for the right candidate. Jordan: 306-359-3448 or email: jordan@kingslandcapital.ca RANCH HAND WANTED: on a 13,000 acre ranch. Must have ability to ride and rope and be willing to do fencing and general ranch duties. Bunk House accommodations available. Green Lake Metis Farms. Fax resume to: 306-832-4454, or email: comanagement@sasktel.net

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 broad acre cropping equipment, we have a range of well paid positions available. You must be aged between 18-30 and qualify for a Working FULL-TIME FARM FEEDLOT position Holiday Visa to Australia. For more info available on farm located halfway between email: andrew@thejobshop.com.au Moose Jaw and Regina, SK. House supplied. Must have valid driver’s license, be STRATHMORE AREA FARM and ranch is mechanically inclined and physically fit. seeking a self-motivated, mechanically inExperience a necessity. References re- clined employee for machinery maintequired. Phone Larry at 306-345-2523 or nance and operation. $18-$25/hr. Class 1 fax 306-345-2085. preferred. Email: damenpm@xplornet.ca LOOKING FOR HELP WITH CALVING, male Call Paul at: 403-325-0118 or fax resume o r f e m a l e , H u t t e r i t e s w e l c o m e . to: 403-901-1550. 306-753-7116, Macklin, SK. FARM WORKERS AVAILABLE for Sask. farmers. Foreign workers with farm and agricultural experience. For more info. call 306-242-0837, email: ajkraft@sasktel.net Saskatoon, SK.

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P osition su m m a ry: R e portin g to the ra n ch fore m a n the ra n ch ha n d is a m e m b e r of the R od e o, C hu ckw a g on a n d R a n ch Te a m , re spon sib le for e xe cu tin g a ll d a y-to-d a y ope ra tion s of the C a lg a ry Sta m pe d e R a n ch loca te d in H a n n a , AB. Typica l d u tie s: • F e e d a n d ca re forra n ch live stock,in clu d in g d a y-to-d a y a n im a l hu sb a n d ry a n d m in orve te rin a ry proce d u re s. • O pe ra te a n d pe rform m in orre pa irs a n d g e n e ra l m a in te n a n ce to ra n ch ve hicle s,e qu ipm e n t,m e cha n ica l syste m s,corra ls a n d fe n ce s. • P rovid e g e n e ra l d ire ction ford a y cow b oys d u rin g a b se n ce s of R a n ch F ore m a n a n d L ive stock C oord in a tor. Q u a lifica tion s: • G ra d e 1 2 d iplom a ore qu iva le n t. • Thre e to five ye a rs ra n ch/ live stock e xpe rie n ce ;fa rrie re xpe rie n ce a d e fin ite a sse t. • E xce lle n thorse m a n ship skills a re e sse n tia l F or m ore d eta ils a n d to a pply on lin e visit:

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Summer Student or Seasonal Worker required for cattle grazing operation near Indian Head, SK. Duties include rotational grazing management, fencing, cattle photography would be an asset, but not necessary. Starting late April to early May. House and vehicle provided. Contact Crowfoot Cattle Co., 403-934-7597 or crowfoot@cciwireless.ca WANTED: RELIABLE GENERAL farm worker. Housing available. Good wages. Phone 403-739-2230, Enchant, AB. FULL-TIME EXPERIENCED FARM help wanted on potato-grain farm near Saskatoon, SK. Fax 306-373-5380. FULL-TIME/PART-TIME FARM HELP wanted on modern grain farm 30 min. SE of Regina starting first part of April. Wages depending on experience. Phone Greg 306-436-4426, Milestone, SK. 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, $16/hr. depending on experience. Contact Brian or Pat Kidd w/resume by fax 306-753-3325, kidd_brian@hotmail.com

T&M CUSTOM AG LTD. is now hiring combine operators and truck drivers for the 2012 US and Canadian harvest season. We operate JD combines, tractor and grain cart, late model semis and service trucks. Applicants must have Class 1A license or can obtain one, pass regulation drug tests, be admissible to the US and willing to travel. Farm and/or trucking experience preferred. Excellent wages with room and board included. Fax a resume to 306-873-2438, email kr.acres@sasktel.net or call 306-873-2861,Tisdale, SK. FARM EMPLOYMENT! We can help find you a good employee or find you a good Ag related job. Ag Employ Alberta, email agjobs@xplornet.com - Ph. 403-732-4295. FULL-TIME POSITION ON LARGE GRAIN FARM. Applicant must be self-motivated, have Class 1A and be able to operate lar ge equipment. Wages $18 to $22/hr. Fax resume to 306-457-3243, phone 306-457-7128, Stoughton, SK. 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. WANTED: RELIABLE PERSON on grain and gravel operation in South Saskatchewan. Phone 306-268-4371. COMMUNITY PASTURE RIDER, north of Bow Island, AB. Must provide own horses. Housing not supplied. Rick 403-545-6614.

LARGE FARM w/METAL manufacturing shop looking for full-time help. Duties range from driving farm equip. to welding and machining. Wages vary upon experience. Jason 306-642-3315, Assiniboia, SK. IF YOU ARE a mechanically inclined individual with a valid Class 3 or 1 license, we are offering seasonal or full-time employment on a grain and livestock farm in the Esterhazy, SK area. Wages based on experience and are negotiable. Fax resume to 306-745-6404.

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

EXPANDING GRAIN FARM near Regina, SK, has 2 employment opportunities open for energetic, responsible and motivated persons. Competitive wages w/scheduled time off and performance bonuses. Furnished accommodations and A1 training available. Phone 306-536-5118 or fax resume to: 306-776-2517.

IMMEDIATE FULL TIME farm employment on a modern grain farm near Harris, SK. Farm exp. required. Must posses or be willing to get a Class 1A. Mechaincally inclined an asset. Duties include: Operating and maintaining equipment, grain hauling and general farm duties. Housing available. Top wages paid depending on experience. E-mail resume w/references to: mikel@sasktel.net or call Mike at 306-831-8004 or Brent at 306-831-7331.

LONESOME SPRUCE SEED Farm is seeking a full-time year round general farm worker. Farm located just South of Fairview, AB. Primarily wheat and canola production. Salary $15- $25/hr. depending on experience and skills. Reliable, dependable applicants send resume with references to kramerj1@telusplanet.net Please inquire at 780-835-9252 for more job details, farm photos or to come for a visit.

EQUIPMENT OPERATORS FARM/FEEDLOT WORKERS CALVING HELP Westwood Land & Cattle Ltd. is a large mixed farming and ranching operation located at Moosomin, SK. We are currently seeking aggressive experienced individuals for both seasonal and full-time positions. • applicants must have some equipment and/or livestock experience. • must have valid driver’s licence (Class 1A a definite asset). • must be reliable and willing to work long hours and weekends. • wages based on experience plus benefits. Please submit resume or contact: Kevin Woods • 306-435-7313 (cell); 306-435-4833 (fax) k.woods2@rfnow.com

Ranch Foreman P osition su m m a ry: The ra n ch fore m a n is a m e m b e r of the R od e o, C hu ckw a g on a n d R a n ch Te a m , re spon sib le to pla n a n d e xe cu te a ll d a y-tod a y ope ra tion s of the C a lg a ry Sta m pe d e R a n ch loca te d in H a n n a , AB. Typica l D u ties: • P rove n a b ility to w ork in d e pe n d e n tly a n d prob le m solve in the a b se n ce of the R a n ch M a n a g e r • M on itorope ra tin g a n d ca pita l b u d g e ts to in clu d e re ve n u e a n d e xpe n se s • An im a l H u sb a n d ry / Ab ility to re cog n ize a n d tre a the rd he a lth issu e s • H ire ,m a n a g e ,d ire cta n d m otiva te sta ff • E n su re su cce ssfu l com ple tion of d a y to d a y ope ra tion s on R a n ch. • P e rform pu b lic re la tion s a n d Sta m pe d e R a n ch tou rs,a s re qu ire d . Q u a lifica tion s: • Thre e to five ye a rs of ra n ch a n d live stock e xpe rie n ce . • Atle a sttw o ye a rs of su pe rvisory e xpe rie n ce . • C la ss 1 D rive rs L ice n se w ith live stock ha u lin g con sid e re d a n a sse t. • F a rrie re xpe rie n ce is a n a sse t. F or m ore d eta ils a n d to a pply on lin e visit:

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LARGE GRAIN FARM requires additional employees. Experience in operating tandem axle trucks, air drills, high clearance sprayers, JD combines, grain cart, and general farm work an asset. Class 1A/AZ licence and mechanical experience are assets. Hourly range $13-$24/hr. depending on experience. Accommodations available. Starting date beginning mid April. References required. Fax/email resume to 306-354-7758, quarkfarms@yahoo.com or call Dan or Quenton at 306-354-7672, Mossbank, SK, www.quarkfarms.net

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SEEDING AUSTRALIA, Belair Farms is a broad acre cropping farm near Esperance, Western Australia seeking experienced seeding operators from mid-April until mid-June. Car and new accommodation provided. Check our Belair Farms on Facebook or Youtube. Please email for inquiries: jasonv27@bigpond.com DOBSON FARMS is seeking an experienced farm employee to work on medium sized grain farm/seed plant, 25 minutes south of Regina, SK. Applicant must be able to operate large equip. and have Class 1A license. Full-time year round employment, competitive wages, performance bonuses, salary based on experience. Looking for person with strong work ethic to join our team. Send resume: dobfarm@sasktel.net or phone Curt at 306-501-2488.

AJL FARMS is seeking full-time help to operate and maintain modern farm and construction equipment. Year round work including general shop and yard maintenance. Must be mechanically inclined. Benefits, RRSP plan and competitive wage. Fax or email resume to 780-723-6245, r g a j l f a r m s @ x p l o r n e t . c o m P h o n e RANCH HELP: Position available on 700 780-723-6244, Niton Junction, AB. cow/calf ranch, near Duchess, AB. Calving, DAIRY HERDSPERSON / DAIRY WORKER feeding, doctoring, irrigating and haying, for 100 cow tie-stall barn. Rental accom- etc. Irrigation and mechanical skills an asmodation avail. Wages negotiable depend- set. Housing available. Contact Jackie at ing on experience. Contact 306-771-4318, 403-378-4466 or 403-793-7345 or email: gorkay@eidnet.org Balgonie, SK. EXPERIENCED SEASONAL pasture rider wanted, near Cherhill, AB. Must have experience riding, roping, doctoring and fencing. Horses may be supplied if needed. Housing may be available. Salary based upon experience. Please e-mail your resume to: joverlzyleftj@gmail.com CUSTOM HARVESTING CREW, looking for truckers, combine/grain cart operators, starting in Oklahoma into northern Alberta. Must be drug free, no criminal record, Class 1 preferred (full-time work available) jordanfield@hotmail.com or call 780-603-7640, Bruce, AB. PASKAL CATTLE HIRING: Pen checkers and feed truck driver. Valid drivers license and cattle/farming exp. an asset. Fax resume to: 403-738-4310 or call Kevin Paskal, 403-330-9147, Picture Butte, AB.

FARMHAND WANTED for 8000 acres grain farm. Must have Class 1A license. Wage dependant upon experience. Possible year round work. Fax resume to 306-948-3413 FARM HELP WANTED for seeding/haror call 306-948-3450, Biggar, SK. vest, summer employment available if FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE on wanted. Farming experience/retired farmlarge, mixed farm. Duties include feeding er welcome. Accommodations provided if and handling of livestock, fencing, field needed. 306-861-4592, Fillmore, SK. work, maintenance, and other farming activities. Vehicle for farm use and accom- AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY FULL-TIME modation provided. For more info please permanent position on mixed farm near Provost, AB. Experience and Class 3 an ascall 780-745-2540, Paradise Valley, AB. set but will train non-smoking, energetic, COW/CALF RANCH in the Great Sandhills enthusiastic and positive applicants. Durequires full-time and part-time help. Will- ties incl. operating and maintaining farm ing to train the right individuals. Call equipment, working w/cows and complet306-666-4513, Sceptre, SK. ing daily feedlot and farm chores. Inquire about on-farm housing. Email resume and FULL-TIME HELP WANTED on grain farm references to bhawken@xplornet.com or near Corning, SK. Housing close by, fax 780-753-2701. Ph Brad 780-753-0665. suitable for family. Class 1A is an asset, experience will reflect wage. Fax resume to 306-224-4546 or call 306-224-4441. FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT opportunity on grain farm and seed cleaning plant in west central Sask. Close to Lake Diefenbaker. References and valid drivers’ license required. Wages dependant on experience but willing to train the right person. Contact: Lore 306-867-7735 or 306-243-4227 or email to: lvingell@sasktel.net 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.

ELCAN FORAGE HAS immediate openings for Plant/ Cuber Operator, equipment operation would be an asset, competitive wages and health benefits. Call Greg or Chris: 306-867-8080, fax: 306-867-8353, Broderick, SK. email: elcan@xplornet.com EXPERIENCED WATERFOWL GUIDE for the Melfort/Tisdale/Star City, SK. area wanted for the 2012 season. Local knowledge and/or familiarity with RM maps an asset, but not required. Season runs from Sept 1 to Oct 15. Call Steve 709-728-9662.

LICENSED PESTICIDE APPLICATOR required by Industrial Vegetation contractor in Grande Prairie, AB. Experience preferred. Will discuss cost of acquiring liFAMILY FARM IS expanding. Looking for 1 cence before spring. Call Gregg for more or 2 good workers. Duties include: Feeding info. 780-882-2662, email: lrec@telus.net cattle, calving, seeding, trucking fencing, e ve r y d ay c h o r e s . R o o m a n d b o a r d M O TO R GRADER O PERATO R available. Wages negotiable. Phone 780-367-2387, Willingdon, AB. Experien ced m o to rgra d ero pera to r, go o d w a gesa n d ben efits;co m m u n ity GOOD RELIABLE RANCH HELP wanted. o f500 ha sK -12 scho o l,o ther Must be able to calve cows, fence, operate a m en ities,30 m in u testo K in d ersley. harvest equip. and be willing to assist in day to day duties of large mixed farm/ In q u iries:Fo rem a n ,3 06 -4 6 3 -704 3 ; feedlot. Capable applicants only, good Ap p lica tio n sto : wages. Strome, AB. Fax resume w/referR.M .o fC hester field N o .26 1, ences to: 780-376-0000, Ph 780-376-2241 P.O .Bo x 70,Ea to n ia ,S K S 0L 0Y 0 FARMHAND REQUIRED for bison feedlot o r Fa x:3 06 -96 7-24 24 and QH breeding farm. Must have experience with horses, riding colts and operating farm machinery. Room and board HUNTING GUIDES WANTED: Northern BC outfitter is currently looking for huntavail. Phone 780-846-2652, Kitscoty, AB ing guides for this summer/fall. Top wagLOOKING FOR farm foreman for large cus- es paid to the right individuals. Big game tom operation in Sask. Want long term animals include: Moose, Black Bear, Grizzly employee. Monthly salary, top wages paid. Bear, Goat, Cariboo, Whitetail and Elk. Call for more information, 306-331-9393, Hunts are conducted by river boat and quads. Pleasure craft operator card is Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. mandatory. Lodging and meals provided. WANTED: RELIABLE PERSON for smaller Positive attitude and a team player attigrain/purebred operation. Maintaining tude are a must. Apply now on-line at: farm machinery and cattle is a big asset. info@northernbcoutfitters.com or call Long term position available for the right 206-777-5015, Fort Nelson, BC. All inquirperson. Glenn, 306-748-2876, Neudorf, SK ies held in strictest confidence.

Em p loym en t P osition s The R.M . o f Co rm an Park N o . 34 4 is cu rre n tly acce ptin g applicatio n s fo r the fo llo w in g po s itio n s in an ticipatio n o f the 201 2 o pe ratin g s e as o n : • SCR AP ER O P ER ATO R • M O TO R GR AD ER O P ER ATO R (Ro ad M ain te n an ce ,tw o po s itio n s ) • M O TO R GR AD ER O P ER ATO R (Co n s tru ctio n ) • M O W ER O P ER ATO R S V alid d rive r’s lice n s e re q u ire d . Pre fe re n ce w illb e g ive n to tho s e that po s s e s s pre vio u s e xpe rie n ce an d m e chan icalab ility. Po te n tial to le ad in to ye ar ro u n d e m plo ym e n t. Attractive b e n e fit packag e pro vid e d . W ag e s as pe r co lle ctive ag re e m e n t. O n ly tho s e b e in g in te rvie w e d w ill b e co n tacte d . De ad lin e fo r acce ptin g applicatio n s is April 4 th,201 2 at1 1 :00 a.m . P lea se c o n ta c t D a rryl a t (306)975-1 655 w ith qu estio n s. Fa x (306)24 2-6965 E-m a il: pu b lic .w o rks@ rm c o rm a n pa rk.c a

RM OF MORRIS #312, located in Young, SK. invites applications for Motor Grader Operator, full-time seasonal. Deadline for receiving applications is Monday, March 12, 2012 at 5:00 PM. Applicants must submit complete resume detailing qualifications held, experience, wage expected and 3 references. Duties to commence in April until freeze up. We thank all interested applicants. However, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Mail resume to: RM of Morris #312, Box 130, Young, SK. S0K 4Y0, or fax to: 306-259-2225 or email: rm312@sasktel.net EXPERIENCED HIGH CLEARANCE Sprayer Operator required. Competitive wages. Call Verne or Keith 306-259-4881 or 306-946-9513, Young, SK. 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.

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LOOKING FOR employees for large custom farming operation in Sask. 1A license an asset and must be able to run large equipment. Monthly salary, top wages paid. 306-331-9393, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK.

SEASONAL FOREMAN REQUIRED: Able to operate buggy, grader and backhoe. 3A license required. Wages negotiable based on experience. Send resumes by March 16, 2012 to: R.M. of Big Quill #308, Box 898, Wynyard, SK, S0A 4T0. Fax: 306-554-3935 or e-mail: rm308@sasktel.net

RED ROCK NURSERY is accepting applications for Greenhouse Labourers. Duties to include: Seeding, thinning, transplanting, weeding and harvesting of trees. Starting now. Wage rate is $9.40 per hour w/40 to 50 hours per week, 7 days per week. Please mail resume to: Box 40046, RPO EXPERIENCED 627 SCRAPER OPERATOR and a Class 1A driver required for gravel Southridge, Medicine Hat, AB, T1B 4S6. hauling. Starting April, 1st. 306-463-7572 or 306-463-3184 or fax 306-463-3197, WHITETAIL DEER HUNTING GUIDE for Kindersley, SK. Northern Sask. Oct. 1st - Dec 8th. Could become a yearly position. Email resume SALES AGRONOMIST REQUIRED, GJ Chemical Co. Ltd. in Altona MB is lookto: eswoutfitter@yahoo.com ing for a full-time Agronomist/salesperson. We are a full service retail dealing in: WE ARE EXPANDING across AB and SK Seed, seed treatment, seed and pest manwith our products. We are looking for sales agement chemicals, liquid fertilizers, cuspeople with good people skills, self moti- tom application by air and ground, crop vated, honest and reliable. You will planning, crop scouting, and soil sampling. need a pickup, trailer and a tractor for Duties will include: Crop planning, crop loading and unloading. For more info. call scouting, pest management recommenda250-690-7431 or cell 250-567-8731, ask tions; Providing services and products to for Ron or write: Box 117, Fort Fraser, BC our customers; Developing relationships with our current and new customers; Day V0J 1N0. Email: farmgate@bcgroup.net to day operations at retail as needed. Must be willing to learn all aspects of this retail. IF YOU ARE looking for a change of pace Experience in agronomy/retail is an asset or an escape to the untamed wilderness but we are willing to train and assist an inwith endless fishing, camping and ca- dividual that shows interest in making this noeing opportunities, including an excel- line of work a career and has some backlent income, this may be the place for you. ground in agriculture. (ie. farm backExcellent opportunity for someone wishing ground or Diploma or Degree in Agriculto return to the workplace or get a start in ture). We will provide a competitive salary the hospitality industry. This beautiful fast- and benefits. Only those selected for an inpased resort, located in a small friendly terview will be contacted. Please send retown on the Alaskan Hwy requires the fol- sume to: GJ Chemical Co. Ltd, Box 1648, lowing full-time and seasonal staff. Short Altona, MB. ROG OBO, Attention Ted. Order Cook, Servers, Cashiers and Housekeepers. Staff accommodations LAFARGE- AGGREGATES DIVISION is on-site, competitive wages. Email re- seeking loader and dozer operators and sume to yukonmotel@northwestel.net or groundsmen for the Saskatoon, SK and fax to: 867-390-2003. view our website at: surrounding areas. Full benefits will be provided. Please fax resumes to: www.yukonmotel.com 306-934-7554, Attention: Warren.

S a xon En erg y S ervices In c. is a p rog res s ive, in n ova tive, a n d exp a n d in g in tern a tion a l la n d -ba s ed d rillin g w ell-s ervicin g com p a n y hea d q u a rtered in C a lg a ry. S a xon is com m itted to s a fety. W e ha ve es ta blis hed “ zero los s ” a s a g oa l in Hea lth, S a fety a n d En viron m en t; w e believe a n d con tin u a lly s trive to m eetthis g oa l.

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S a xo n Drillin g Ca n a d a L. P. Hu m a n R eso u rces Dept. Fa x: 403- 513- 42 55 O rb y em a ilto : CDN recru itm en t@ sa xo n services.co m W e w is h to tha n k a ll ca n d id a tes fortheirin teres t, how ever, on ly thos e s elected fora n in terview w ill be con ta cted .

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(4 va ca n cies ) Perm a n en t, fu ll tim e p o s itio n s -44 hrs p er w eek. S a la ry $19.25 to $20.00/hr. Va lid d rivers licen s e. Previo u s exp erien ce a n a s s et. To a pply fo r a po s itio n w ith u s , plea s e e-m a il res u m e to : m a rc@ gcpa rts .co m o r s en d fa x to 78 0-754-2333 Atten tio n : Alvin W a n n echk o

ROAD MAINTENANCE POSITION is a full-time seasonal with the opportunity for advancement. Candidates should submit a resume including, experience, 3 references and wage expected by Tuesday, March 20, 2012. RM of Prairie Rose, #309, Box 89, Jansen, SK. S0K 2B0. Fax 306-364-2088. Email rm309@jansen.ca More info is THE RM OF REDBERRY No. 435 requires available at: www.jansen.ca the services of heavy equipment operators. Applications should state experience, EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY at Rack when available, salary expected and refer- Petroleum Ltd. in Broderick, SK. We are ences. Applications must be submitted by currently seeking a quality individual to fill March 16, 2012 to Box 160, Hafford, SK. the position of custom applicator/general S0J 1A0, email: rm435@littleloon.ca or labourer. Duties to include operating a fax 306-549-2435. For further information high clearance sprayer and dry fertilizer please call 306-549-2333. floater to helping out with dry and liquid fertilizer plants on site. Valid driver’s liINNISFREE SEED PLANT requires person cense required, 1A license would be an asto fill a full-time position. Experience with set. Send resume to: Box 535, Outlook, SK. seed cleaning facilities an asset, but are S0L 2N0, email kent.therack@yourlink.ca willing to train. For further information call Ed at 780-592-3875, Innisfree, AB. FINISHING GRADER AND SCRAPER OPERATORS WANTED for the 2012 road construction season. Must be able to trim road to standards specified. Good wages for the right people. Apply to the RM of Viscount, Box 100, Viscount, SK, S0K 4M0. Phone 306-944-2044, Fax 306-944-2016 HORSEBACK GUIDES, PACKERS and or call Reeve Russ Deneiko for more infor- Backcountry cooks for seasonal employment, Jasper, AB. Call 780-865-4021. mation at 306-259-4927.

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C H EM IC AL AP P LIC ATOR / M AIN TEN AN C E P OS ITION T he Ru ra l M u n icip a lity o fM cK illo p No . 220 in vites a p p lica tio n s fro m in d ivid u a ls fo r the p a rttmi e s ea s o n a l p o s itio n o fChem ica l Ap p lica to r/ M a i nten a n ce Pers o n n el. T he q u a lified ca n d i da te w ill ha ve exp erien ce o p era ti ng hea vy eq u i pm en t, m o w in g, m echa n ica l a p ti tud e, p o s s es s a va lid d riv er’s licen s e a n d ha ve o r b e w illin g to o b ta i n a n In d u s tria l Pes ticid e Ap p lica to r L icen s e. Plea s e s u b m i tres u m e s ta tni g w o rk exp erien ce, referen ces a n d exp ected s a l ary b y M a rch 16, 2012 to : Ru ra l M u n icipa lity o f M cK illo p N o . 220 Ph: 306-725-3230 Bo x 369 S tra s b o u rg F a x: 306-725-3613 S K ., S 0G 4V0 E m a il: rm 220@ s a s k tel.n et

ORGANIC MARKET GARDEN requires 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 asset. Wages negotiable according to exp. Reply to: Steve Guenther, Osler, SK. Email: sjjguenther@sasktel.net

SINGER ENTERPRISES

of Bigga r, Sa s ka tch e w a n is re cruitin g for th e follow in g p os ition s :

FARM B USINESS ASSISTANT M ANAGER, FARM SPRAY & EQUIPM ENT OPERATOR, AND FARM LABOR & OPERATIONS

W a ges fro m $14.00 to $31.00 per ho u r.

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.

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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. SUPERVISOR: WEED CONTROL/ Vegetation Control. ACE requires supervisors for positions throughout Western Canada. Fax: 1-877-955-9426 or email: acemail@acevegetation.com

s in ge re n t@ h o tm a il.ca o r fo r m o re in fo ca ll OJ a t 306-948-65 48.

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 dpolinsk@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 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.

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.

Highw a y M a intena nce P os itions 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 Hig 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 )

MECHANICS and SERVICE TECHS NEEDED

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 .

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.

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 .

E-CONSTRUCTION LTD., an Alberta based company, is currently looking for paving crew personnel: Roller operator; Screed man; Rakerman; Paver operator; General labourers. Accommodations and living allowance provided. Previous paving experience is a definite asset. Please fax resume to: 204-734-4333.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY. Progressive large grain farm and oilfield service provider, near Calgary, is seeking a licensed Heavy Duty Ag Mechanic or 2 or 3rd year apprentice. Mechanic duties include shop and mobile mechanical services and general farm tasks. Also, Class 1 license would be a benefit, or will provide training. We are a family farm operation looking to hire someone who is physical fit and enthusiastic. Competitive wage and health benefit package. Please send resume via email to lphilton@hotmail.com Thank you. BUSY 12 YEAR old Heavy Duty/Automotive Shop in a small community now accepting applications for 2 technicians: Heavy Duty Technician and Automotive Technician. Successful applicants need: Journeyman or 4th year Certification. Good diagnostic skills, valid drivers license/abstract and own personal hand tools. Send resume to Art or Marc: Fax 780-789-3005, Ph 780-789-2225, Thorsby, AB. Email artsservicerepair@gmail.com

TECHNICIAN WANTED. Bow Valley Ford in Canmore, AB. needs a Technician to join our service team. Previous Ford experience is an asset but not required. A successful candidate will provide quality workmanship and be committed to excellent customer service. Ford training will be provided to all successful candidates. We offer a very competitive pay plan with lots of hours, which means great earning potential for you. Please e-mail resumes to joe_buchanan@bowvalleyford.com or call Joe B. at 403-679-2252.

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

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

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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. 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. 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 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.

LOG TRUCK DRIVER for work in Athabasca, AB. area. Accommodations provided. Starting at $32/hr. Year round work. Call 780-525-2637, 780-212-0126, fax resume and current abstract to 780-525-2622.

GROWING SOUTHERN AB trucking company urgently requires CLASS 1 DRIVERS. We require 2 yrs. experience in deck work, 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 mileage rate), medical/dental benefits, late model trucks and equipment and a safe, close knit team environment to work in. Fax resume to 403-945-3613, or email Stew at stew@marlowesmithtrucking.com Lethbridge, AB.

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

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 SASKATOON HOTSHOT TRANSPORTER avail. Fax resume/abstract: 780-359-2083. is hiring 3/4 and 1 tons, for RV hauling throughout Canada and the US. Year TRAIL-X EXPRESS immediately requires round work, lots of miles and home time, 1 ton diesel trucks and load and tows to fuel subsidies, benefits, excellent earnings. haul RV’s, full-time employment with top 306-653-8675, Saskatoon, SK. Website rates. Must be able to enter the US. Email steve@trailx.ca Toll free 1-866-585-6770, www.saskatoonhotshot.com visit www.trailx.ca

P&K FARM TRUCKING has openings for experienced 1A Super B grain haulers to MAC’S OILFIELD SERVICES LTD. is look- haul in SK. MB, and AB. Competitve wages ing for VAC TRUCK DRIVERS in Bonny- and benefits. For more info. call Dallas ville, AB. area. Up to date safety tickets are 306-531-4641, Odessa, SK. required, standard First Aid, H2S, and a driver’s abstract. Top wages will be paid for experienced operators. Fax resume to AL’S CUSTOM WORK, looking for leased operators, Super B bulkers, hauling grain, 780-573-1216 or call 780-812-1380. fertilizer. etc. Year round employment in SK, MB and AB. Competitive rates. Phone SELECT CLASSIC CARRIERS immediate- 306-648-3523, Gravelbourg, SK. or email: ly requires Leased Operators with new als.custom@sasktel.net model 1 tons and 5 ton straight trucks, tractors; Also Company Drivers. Transporting RV’s/general freight, USA/Canada. REIMER TRUCKING requires experienced Clean abstract required. Competitive rates. Class 1 truck drivers. Ph 403-546-4190, or fax resume to: 403-546-2592, Linden, AB. Fuel surcharge/benefits. 1-800-409-1733.

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.

SEMI-RETIRED MARRIED MAN farm/ construction background, NS, ND, seeking year round position on farm or ranch in southern BC. Call 250-763-9789 or email: mcleodmac@yahoo.ca

TRUCK DRIVER FOR oil tanker in south eastern SK. and south western MB. Home every night. Excellent wages. Working for an old established company. Year round employment. Phone 204-522-3986.

1A DRIVER WANTED TO haul oil and produced water in Flaxcombe, SK. area. Can provide housing. Call Pat 306-460-6024, WANTED IMMEDIATELY: Class 3A and 1A drivers, to haul water on drilling rigs. fax 306-856-2077. Must have all safety tickets and clean abstract. Experience preferred. Competitive EXPERIENCED DRIVERS REQUIRED, full wages. Fax resumes between 7:00 AM and and part-time, for hauling gravel and other 6:00 PM, 306-826-5623, Marsden, SK. bulk materials, Saskatoon, SK. area. (24/7 work). Long term year round employment, great benefit pkg, competitive monthly SPEEDWAY MOVING SYSTEMS requires pay with incentive bonuses and newer Owner/Operator for our 1 ton and 3 ton equipment. Please submit all info: cur- fleets to transport RV’s throughout North rent driver’s abstract, copy of driver’s li- America. We offer competitive rates and cense, criminal record check and resume. company fuel cards. Paid by direct deposit. Drug and alcohol screening is also re- Must have clean criminal record and passquired. Please fax/email 306-384-0447, port to cross border. 1-866-736-6483, www.speedwaymovingsystems.com loneridge@sasktel.net

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Imported food faces less scrutiny CFIA accused of misleading MPs | Union says only two percent of imports are inspected BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

Food imports face far less rigorous inspection than Canadian food exports and the result is a Canadian population at risk, says the president of the union representing federal food inspectors. Bob Kingston, president of the agriculture union of the Public Service Alliance of Canada, also accused a senior

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“Those rules apply to imports the same way they apply to products moving domestically. Indeed in the context of products that are exported, if there are additional considerations, those are not CFIA requirements.” Kingston said that is not true. “I hate to say this, but you’ve been seriously misinformed on a number of very important issues,” he told MPs. SEE LESS SCRUTINY FOR IMPORTS, P 3

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Doug Chorney pre-booked his spring fertilizer but didn’t lock in a price because he thought it was too high at the time. Last week he got a call from his anhydrous ammonia supplier. “They thought this was the time to price it,” said the farmer from East Selkirk, Man. Chorney locked in a price of $1,050 per tonne delivered to the farm, which is down from $1,100 before Christmas. “Although I’m not thrilled with that price, it is a little better,” he said. David Asbridge, president of NPK Fertilizer Advisory Service, thinks Chorney made a prudent decision. “We think we’re probably pretty close to the bottom of these markets,” said the U.S. analyst. The average wholesale price for urea in the U.S. Midwest for the first half of February was $440 per short ton, which is up slightly from a year ago but down sharply from the average of $537 in September 2011. Asbridge believes the freefall is nearly over and prices will start heading back up in the next two to four weeks as spring approaches. “(Farmers) probably should go ahead and start thinking about buying some of their fertilizer.”

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LEFT: Jackie Johnson of Regina shoots balloons during the mounted shooting event at the first Saskatchewan Equine Expo in Saskatoon Feb. 18. No stranger to daredevil abilities atop a horse, Johnson is a member of the Saskatchewan Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association. She rides a fouryear-old North Fork Gypsy Cob. ABOVE: Perched atop his work stool, Paul Smith of Langham, Sask., speaks with a customer about his horse and rider accessories fashioned from canvas. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTOS

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Ag education students hot commodity

Alberta rancher faces fraud, theft charges

Global trade increasing | Students with an agricultural degree will be in demand worldwide

BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH BY ED WHITE WINNIPEG BUREAU

Agricultural MBAs (Master of Business Administration) are hot right now, with a surge in interest from overseas students and North American corporations working in the global market. The increased interest has inspired the University of Guelph to revive an old MBA program that it had abandoned and add a new one. “Our industry is globalizing,” said Ken Smith, associate dean of executive programs at the U of G’s College of Management and Economics. “The fastest growing markets in the future will be the developing markets. (Domestic corporations think) we don’t know those markets very well. Wouldn’t it be good to have some students who have gone there and seen how those markets work?” Smith told the recent Canadian Association of Agri-Retailers convention in Winnipeg that the U of G now runs an MBA program with two possible specializations, one being food and agribusiness management. The specialization attracts managers not only from agricultural companies but also from other areas of the economy that work with agriculture and food. With virtually all sectors of agricul-

We can’t just export our products. We have to go there and see what works and what doesn’t. KEN SMITH UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH

ture growing and profitable, Smith said there is much interest in improving management at agribusinesses. The current program is based on intense doses of on-campus education: two five-day courses at the beginning of the program, two in the middle and one at the end. The rest of the work is done by computer and distance learning methods. The program was once entirely provided on campus, but that made it

difficult for managers to participate. “It’s interactive, intense and teamoriented, but you don’t have to give up your job,” said Smith. “It’s hard work for a couple of years, but you still have your job.” However, the U of G is also bringing back an on-campus, 13 month program designed primarily to meet the needs of foreign students who want to experience North American campus life as well as get the core education of the program. The university also plans a program next year that focuses on agricultural development and leadership for developing nations. The program, which is still being developed, will involve non-government organizations such as World Vision and the World Food Program and offer overseas internships involving agricultural development projects. It will be a full-time, oncampus course except for the overseas portions. Smith said many corporations are interested in supporting the program because of the increasing globalization of agricultural trade. “It’s not just altruism. People realize there are opportunities here. It’s a different game,” said Smith. “We can’t just export our products. We have to go there and see what works and what doesn’t.”

Beyond that practical consideration, the altruism element has been growing among big agricultural companies, managers and prospective students. “The MBA got a bit of a bad reputation through the financial crisis — it was called the Degree in Greed by some people — but the people I know with MBAs, and I’ve been hiring them for 25 years, that’s not who they are,” said Smith, who joined the Guelph business school after many years working in business strategic development. “Especially in agriculture-related businesses, doing a good thing is important to a lot of people.” The U of G MBA program has seen increased interest from prospective students because of its industryspecific focus, but Smith thinks a tailored agriculture and food MBA will also find greater interest among modern farming and food processing businesses. “It’s becoming a more sophisticated business because productivity is demanding a greater understanding of technology, and that in turn is driving a greater requirement for scale, so they are bigger businesses in all sorts of ways,” said Smith. “All that adds complexity to the business, so there is potentially a greater role to play for business education.”

CALGARY BUREAU

An Alberta rancher is facing multiple charges of fraud and cattle theft. Howard Schneider of Ardrossan, owner of Northline Angus, was charged after a two-year RCMP investigation. The charges arose following an investigation after a rancher who was boarding cattle at the Schneider property was concerned his cows were not there, according to a news release from Strathcona County RCMP. RCMP say the original complaint involved 138 purebred Angus cattle, which are alleged to have been sold without permission of the owners. Eighty-four head of cattle remain unaccounted for and the investigation is continuing. Schneider is facing 14 counts of alleged fraud and theft under the criminal code and one charge under the Livestock Identification and Brand Inspection Act for transporting livestock out of Alberta without inspection. He has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in provincial court March 21. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Strathcona County RCMP at 780-467-7741 or call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.

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Aid for North Korea to target malnourished Food aid | The U.S. suspended aid in 2009 because it couldn’t monitor where it was going WASHINGTON, D.C. (Reuters) — As part of its delicate nuclear dance with the North Korean government, the United States has unveiled what officials said would be a distinctly new food aid program that would be strictly monitored to ensure the food gets to the isolated country’s neediest citizens. U.S. officials said the proposed aid package would total 240,000 tonnes per year, with monthly deliveries of corn-soy blend, vegetable oil and therapeutic foods such as nutritionally enhanced peanut paste intended primarily for young children and pregnant women. “This will be the most comprehensively monitored and managed program since the U.S. began assistance to the DRPK in the mid-1990s,” one senior U.S. official said. “We’re ready to meet as soon as we can iron out the timing and the location for that next meeting,” the official said. “That’s not finalized at this moment but there are no plans to delay. We’re ready to go.” Still, details of the program remain murky, and it could run afoul of complicated diplomacy as Pyongyang moves to impose a nuclear moratorium in hopes of resuming broader aid-for-disarmament talks, which collapsed in 2008. “Before any assistance program could begin, we have to reach agreement on monitoring mechanisms to ensure that the food is reaching the people that we intend it for,” secretary of state Hillary Clinton told a congressional panel. “That will be our responsibility to try to set up those mechanisms and to be as sure as we can be that it’s going to be put to the right use.” U.S. officials have repeatedly said there is no link between the food aid and the nuclear issue, maintaining that decisions on humanitarian assistance are independent of political factors.

South Korean Christians pray for starving North Koreans during a prayer session in Seoul March 1. | In this case, however, the Pyongyang government made the link, seeking food in return for conceding to a nuclear moratorium. “We haven’t done but the North has, because I think they take a very transactional approach to this stuff,” said a U.S. official. North Korea suffered a crippling

famine in the 1990s that killed an estimated one million people, and has since endured chronic food shortages caused in part by sanctions imposed over its nuclear and missile programs. The problems grew worse in 200809 when the United States and South Korea suspended their food assis-

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tance efforts following a dispute over transparency and monitoring. Pyongyang has repeatedly requested that food aid resume, but until recently it had imposed conditions that were unacceptable to the United States, U.S. officials said. “They demanded large quantities of rice and grain that could be, in our access=subscriber section=news,news,none

view, diverted to elites or to the military. They’ve now dropped those demands and agreed to allow our program to move forward as proposed,” another senior U.S. official said. Officials say the new U.S. program will be aimed at combating chronic malnutrition rather than delivering emergency food supplies, saying repeated surveys indicate food shortages in several parts of North Korea had led to widespread malnutrition among children. “We have said that our partner organizations will have to be fully operational, meaning fully in place on the ground with their offices functioning before the food will begin to arrive,” the first U.S. official said. “We need to ensure the program addresses the needs of the targeted groups and is something that we can justify and defend here in the United States.” Bonnie Glaser, an Asia expert at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said the United States hoped to have aid flowing within six to eight weeks but still needed to nail down monitoring conditions. “They have already had fairly extensive negotiations with the North Koreans on this, and seem to be fairly confident that this is going to go smoothly,” she said. Aid groups that have helped implement earlier U.S. food assistance programs for North Korea have said they could get a credible program up and running swiftly if given the green light. The groups say they have been able to operate with Korean-speaking staff on the ground, track aid deliveries and make spot checks as long as they give officials 24 hours notice, reducing concerns of aid diversion.

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AGRICULTURAL OUTLOOK FORUM | BUBBLE MAY BURST

U.S. farmers pragmatic, ‘mood is one of caution’ Rural economy rebounds after recession | In 2011, U.S. farm income hit $100 billion for first time WASHINGTON, D.C. (Reuters) — Brian Roach scrawled a simple outlook for corn prices in a spiral notebook, with a line diving from the upper left hand corner to the lower right. Sitting in a hotel ballroom at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s annual Agricultural Outlook Forum in late February, the commodity broker predicted that increasing supplies and weakening demand would slow a boom in the farm economy that has fattened growers’ wallets and pushed up food prices. “Nothing is telling me to think a n y d i f f e re nt r i g ht n ow ,” s a i d Roach, president of the Floridabased commodity business Roach Ag Marketing. For the first time in years at the conference that traditionally kicks off the year for America’s agri-business sector, forecasters said the seemingly endless upward trajectory on everything from crop prices to farmer income was coming to an end. The price of corn, the most significant of the major U.S. crops, could fall 20 percent this year, and the corn stockpile may double because of expanding production globally. It is a significant shift after corn prices reached a record high near $8 a bushel last summer because of concerns about strong demand draining inventories. The surge in prices is expected to encourage an expansion in acres this year. Farmers are becoming “very pragmatic about the investments they’re making in machinery, equipment and input costs” after spending freely following last autumn’s profitable harvest, said Thomas Dorr, president of the U.S. Grains Council. Many built new storage bins and upgraded their tractors and combines. Moving forward, “the mood is one of caution,” Dorr said. To be sure, U.S. farmers are flush with cash after farm income there topped $100 billion for the first time in 2011 as the rural economy rebounded from the global recession. Even if income slumps to $96.3 billion this year because of larger world and domestic supplies as predicted, farmers and ranchers would be looking at their second-best year ever. Income would remain well above the 10-year average. “Prospects for U.S. agriculture continue to be strong w ith record income in 2011 and a strong balance sheet,” said Joe Glauber, the USDA chief economist. Still, there was a sense of deja vu of 2008 at the conference, which attracts 2,000 attendees. That year, farmers enjoyed sky high prices for their crops, but marching in lockstep was the price of crude oil. The recent spike in fuel prices could again add pressure to the farm economy. Energy costs squeeze farmer margins because they depend heavily on tractors, combines, pesticides and fertilizers, which track the price of fuel. “Energy costs to a farmer are obviously a serious concern,” said David Berg, president of the American Crystal Sugar Company in Moorhead, Minn. “It’s almost like a few years ago where everyone was in a access=subscriber section=news,none,none

state of panic.” He said sugar beet farmers in Minnesota and North Dakota are doing well, but a double whammy of lower market prices and higher energy prices would be hard to swallow for a number of growers. “The price of sugar is high enough so that an increase in energy costs is a negative for them, but it’s not going to put them under water,” Berg said. “If the price of sugar goes down from where it is today, it will very likely put some of them under water.” Tyson Foods is also worried about rising fuel costs, with chief executive

Energy costs to a farmer are obviously a serious concern. It’s almost like a few years ago where everyone was in a state of panic. DAVID BERG AMERICAN CRYSTAL SUGAR COMPANY

officer Donnie Smith warning that the recent jump in gas prices could dent demand for beef by reducing

consumers’ disposable income. Beef prices have reached record levels because of an historic drought that reduced cattle herds in the southern Plains and high prices for corn that is fed to livestock. “You’re not moving as much volume of meat, but you’re paying more for it,” Smith said. A drop in demand for meat could hurt livestock producers, even as increased grain production would cut their feed costs. Farmers are expected to go all out to get their seeds in the ground this spring, especially with the mild win-

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WHEAT | FRANCE

Cold weather threatens France’s wheat crop Five to 10 percent could be lost | A larger crop than last year’s 34 million tonnes had originally been expected PARIS, France (Reuters) — Severe winter weather in the past month could cut this year’s wheat crop in France by one million tonnes, or roughly three percent. Parts of eastern and northeastern France could lose five to 10 percent of the area seeded with winter soft wheat, analysts Agritel and Offre & Demande Agricole (ODA) said in their first estimates of losses based on surveys of farmers. France harvested 34 million tonnes of wheat last year, and initial projections from analysts had called for a

bigger crop in 2012 because a larger area was seeded this year and because a spring drought had dented yields in the last crop. Extreme winter conditions swept across Europe in late January and early February, claiming hundreds of lives in eastern countries. The freezing weather raised the risk of damage to crops such as wheat and rapeseed, with concerns focused on Ukraine but also on major EU producers like France, Germany and Poland. “Initially, people were worried above all about crops like durum, but

now we’re realizing that in the east and northeast, real damage is possible for soft wheat,” Nicolas Pinchon of Agritel said. The potential loss of production for winter soft wheat could be 500,000 to one million tonnes, he said. ODA estimated that the loss of crops in the east and northeast could correspond to 500,000 acres and as much 1.3 million tonnes of soft wheat, said Frederic Nguyen, an analyst with ODA. He said it was too early to make firm calculations because time was needed to assess damage to plants, but

farmers’ initial reactions tended to be pessimistic. “The figure of 200,000 hectares (500,000 acres) is probably a little exaggerated. We surveyed farmers at the end of last week when everyone was fretting about damage. Since then, the situation looks better.” Lost fields would be reseeded with spring crops, but with spring wheat little used in France, there could be more impact on the wheat area in France than on barley and durum areas, where spring varieties are more common. Crop damage fears had initially

c e nt re d o n d u r u m a n d b a r l e y because they are less resistant than wheat to low temperatures and had grown further out of the ground when the freezing spell struck. Agritel said it was maintaining a previous estimate of 15 percent of the national durum area at risk of being reseeded, while ODA put the level at nine to 10 percent. About 250,000 acres of winter barley could be reseeded, Nguyen said. The bulk of this area would probably go to spring barley, he added, which would help ease tight supply of this crop. access=subscriber section=news,crops,none

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Animal rights acts criminalized DES MOINES, Iowa (Reuters) — The Iowa state Senate has voted overwhelmingly to impose penalties on animal rights activists caught trying to get a job at a farm or animal production facility to gather evidence such as cruelty to animals. Democratic senator Joe Seng said animal rights activists with an agenda to expose conditions inside livestock confinements can expose the animals to disease. “People are trying to get into these places, saying they’re a plumber or they’re this or that, they’re going to take care of your livestock with no intention of that whatsoever. They’re trying to bring down this business,” Seng said. The Senate voted 40-10 to charge people caught in those situations with a serious misdemeanor. The few opponents of the proposed law said it would turn whistle blowers exposing legitimate complaints into criminals at the expense of public health. The attempt to legislate penalties follows a rash of animal rights activists, led by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, infiltrating what they call “factory farms,” including chicken and egg, hog and cattle production and processing facilities. In one recent example, McDonald’s stopped buying from Sparboe, an egg supplier for its McMuffin sandwiches, after an undercover investigation by animal rights group Mercy For Animals found dead hens in cages and living chicks being discarded in plastic bags with dead ones. Sparboe unwittingly hired a Mercy For Animals activist to work at its facility. Animal rights activists and consumer groups have recently won a string of victories against livestock confinement facilities. For example, McDonald’s recently asked pork suppliers to phase out the use of crates confining sows while they are raising piglets. Alarmed by the activists, the Iowa House of Representatives last year voted to establish a prison sentence of up to 10 years for people caught going into a livestock confinement facility to photograph or video animals and those who are caring for them. Members of the Iowa House said they will likely accept the Senate bill a c c e s the s = new s u penalties. bscr iber establishing access=subscriber section=news,livestock,none

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Conventional milk supporters dispute organic benefits CHICAGO, Ill. (Reuters) — Organic milk costs more per gallon in the United States than premium gasoline. The pricey beverage is at the centre of a debate about whether it is worth the extra money for the purported benefit it provides. Proponents say they will pay the price and seek out milk with the valuable, official “organic” label because it is healthier. Others argue that organic milk is nothing more than a marketing idea to drive up prices. Conventional milk is every bit as nutritious and safe, they argue. Whatever your beliefs on organic milk, the fact is that it costs considerably more than non-organic milk and is in such short supply that its already-lofty price is rising. Molly Keveney, spokesperson for WhiteWave Foods’ Horizon, the leading brand in organic milk, said U.S. consumers can typically expect to pay about $4.18 for half a gallon of organic milk. As well, a 14 cent increase in the wholesale price was set to take effect March 1. The national price for regular unleaded gasoline in the United States rose to $3.57 a gallon in the week through Feb. 13, according to the Energy Information Administration. It had started the year around $3.31 a gallon. Meanwhile, non-organic milk can be found in certain locations for $2.50 a gallon. However, Isabel Maples, a spokesperson for the National Dairy Council, contends the difference between the prices is just marketing. “When I talk to people about organic or not organic, they say they choose organic because they perceive that it’s healthier,” she said. “From a science point of view, as a dietician and a health professional, I want them to know the facts.” Maples said conventional milk is free of harmful substances and as healthy as organic brands. According to the standards set by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, organic milk comes from livestock that must be raised following specific guidelines: • at least 30 percent of the food they eat must be grazed at pasture during a grazing season of at least 120 days • no antibiotics or growth hormones may be used • all feed must be organic • no meat or poultry byproducts can be in the feed While growth hormones are still legal in the United States, industry data indicates that only a small percentage of the country’s dairy cows are being treated with them. Many retailers no longer sell milk from treated cows. About four percent of all dairy sold is organic, according to the most recent industry data. Phil Lempert, a grocery industry analyst, said the demand for organic milk swelled when consumers began expressing concerns about growth hormones in conventional milk. Seeing that the market was shifting, grocery giant Kroger Co. announced in 2007 that it would no longer carry milk that contained synthetic growth hormones. A significant portion of the industrialized world, including Europe, Canada, Japan and Australia, had access=subscriber section=news,news,none

already banned the substance from their dairy products years earlier. After that, Lempert said, one U.S. retailer after another followed. He said consumers who are concerned about synthetic growth hormones in milk can buy any store brand in the country and get the same nutritional value as organic milk. Organic milk costs more to produce than non-organic milk, but it doesn’t account for all of the price difference. Experts say markup varies regionally, but overall, there is a much higher margin on organic milk. Supply versus demand is the major contributing factor to the price premium on organic milk. Keveney said it takes three years to

complete the certification to become an organic farm. It is not easy replacing the certification when dairies drop them. An increase in organic feed prices due to bad weather last year had a major impact on supply at a time when demand is continuing to rise. Keveney said there is a 10 percent gap between supply and demand. Michelle Howard, a consumer who owns a garlic farm and gourmet food business in Massachusetts, was disappointed to find a sign in place of her milk in the dairy case recently that noted a supply shortage. She said she is concerned about growth hormones and antibiotics in the food chain, adding she doesn’t

have to worry about that with organic milk. “The FDA says that rBHG (growth hormone) is ‘safe,’ which it may be,” Howard said. “I don’t necessarily trust the government when it comes to food ... but if you follow the antibiotic trail, you don’t have to be a doctor to figure out this could, and likely does, lead to problems.” Howard said she would pay up to $5 for a half gallon, a significant premium to conventional milk, and is now paying about $3.50. It is the standards that are important, she said. “At least with organic there is an accountability system,” she said. “In addition to being hormone-free,

those cows are being fed organic grain. A ‘non-organic’ hormone-free cow can still be fed genetically modified corn. So until there are standards developed around alternative labels such as hormone-free, we’re sticking with organic.” Lempert thinks it’s a mistake to encourage people to pay 25 to 60 percent more for organic milk for what he says is no advantage other than the idea of it. He blames a “weak supply chain” caused by a loss of organic farmers, rather than increased demand, for the current shortage of organic milk. The organic industry is trying to use the supply issue to draw attention to its products, he added.

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CALGARY BULL SALE | GRAND CHAMPION

Another champion for Hamilton family Bull sells for $26K | Alberta ranchers win Angus banner for the ninth time since 2003 STORIES BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

A set of cousins and a family that has been coming to the Calgary Bull Sale for four generations were the big winners at the 112th event held Feb. 28-March 1. For Gavin and Mabel Hamilton of Innisfail, Alta., nine out of 10 isn’t bad. Since 2003, they have won the grand champion Angus banner every year but one. Their daughter, Quinn, owned the bull, which sold for $26,000 to LCL Angus at Coronation, Alta., making it the high seller of the day. They sold 16 bulls for an average price of $7,556. The reserve champion was the son of a Belvin grand champion from Calgary shown two years ago and purchased by Richard Lorenz of Markerville, Alta. He sold that bull for $7,500 to Dalrene Farms of New Norway, Alta. Mabel Hamilton said the family has followed the same breeding program for many years, with the added advantage of combining phenotype with expected progeny differences and DNA testing. “We have never gone one way or the other. We have never gone for fads,” she said. They have a strong stable of commercial buyers, including one who has decided to tie in individual identification with DNA testing to study carcass traits and grading results. The DNA information then allows him to match the high quality animals to their sires. At the Hereford show, Rob Nixdorff of SNS Herefords won the grand champion while cousin Clark Nixdorff took the reserve banner.

Clark Nixdorff of Airdrie, Alta., waits to lead his bull at the annual Calgary Bull Sale. His family won the reserve grand champion Hereford. The bull sold for $16,000. The Calgary Bull Sale is in its 112th consecutive year and was held last week. | BARBARA DUCKWORTH PHOTO Both families ranch near Airdrie, Alta., and have raised Herefords for generations, said Rob Nixdorff, who works with his father, Scott. The family also runs a commercial herd of 400 Hereford-based cows and welcomes the return of good times. They lived through drought, BSE, U.S. country-of-origin labelling rules and depressed markets, but chose to

continue raising cattle rather than disperse when the market recovered. “We just didn’t spend as much,” he said. Careful management and cash crops kept them afloat, he added. The family had an excellent day, selling five bulls for an average price of $12,600. The grand champion sold for $25,000 to Fenton Hereford Ranch at Irma, Alta.

Clark Nixdorff of MN Herefords sold his reser ve champion for $16,000 to Errol Verbeek of Forestburg, Alta., and Eureka Hereford Farms of Eureka River, Alta. MN Herefords sold seven bulls for an average of $6,671. The 2012 sale saw 205 lots sell for $1.174 million with an average of $5,875. Last year’s total was less than $1 million and an average price of

$4,248 on 173 head. There were 120 Herefords on offer, which averaged $5,930, while the 77 Angus averaged $5,442. The ranch horse sale offered 15 h e a d w i t h a n ave ra g e p r i c e o f $6,786. Fifteen pens of commercial replacement heifers averaged $6,991. Each pen contained five females.

CALGARY BULL SALE | HEALTHY MARKET

Returns at Calgary auction a good sign for producers Strong sales | Favourable market prices draw a bigger crowd at 112th annual Calgary Bull Sale Raelle Pieschel brought four head of cattle to the Calgary Bull Sale a few years ago and went home with $6,000. This year, the Airdrie, Alta., rancher sold an Angus bull for $5,000 and two Simmentals for $7,600, an indication of how fortunes have changed within the Canadian beef business. The 112th annual sale held Feb. 28-March 1 sets the tone for the season, and this year an all round good feeling prevailed as averages went up and a new attraction was added. Pieschel and her father, Gary, entered a pen of five replacement heifers in the

new commercial event and won grand champion. The pen of five sold for $1,750 each. The high-selling pen came from Corbiell Herefords of Cluny, Alta., and sold for $9,500 in total to Stirrup Ranch of Quesnel, B.C. “You can’t complain about that,” Pieschel said. “It makes your hard work pay off.” At one time the bull sale was a week long gala event, but busy ranchers and more on-farm production sales saw the tenor of the Calgary event change. The sale saw more entrants this year and ranchers are looking for new bulls. The day before the sale,

auctioneer Bob Balog said butcher bulls fetched 98 cents to $1.02 and 500 pound calves were bid up to $200 per hundredweight. Those prices make this year a good time to trade in the old bulls for something new, said Mabel Hamilton, chair of the Alberta Cattle Breeders Association, which puts on the sale each year. “They are worth something and that has added to the hype,” she said. Purebred sales appear to be strong everywhere, said Ryan Dorran, a young auctioneer and ringman who is working 45 sales this spring.

He works with Angus, Simmental, Hereford and Charolais breeds and has watched average prices increase $800 to $1,000. Last week, groups of bred heifers sold for $1,900 to $2,000 in northeastern Alberta. “Guys are getting serious,” he said. The herds are growing bigger and ranchers are generally more optimistic because calf prices are predicted to hit record levels this year. “People are sure happy and positive about giving you their money,” he said. However, on the other side of the mountains, auctioneer Don Raffan of

Armstrong, B.C., has seen the strong market encourage more people to sell out. “Prices have brought more dispersals out,” he said. He is concerned because those leaving the business are younger people. The B.C. cow herd has fallen to 195,000 head from 249,000 five years ago. Heifers are still worth more money sold for beef than retained as breeding stock. “We need new young farmers and ranchers, but they need to be able to earn a living,” Raffan said.

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Australian chain goes natural Hormone free | Retailer selling only HGP-free beef BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

Raising “natural” beef without added growth hormones and antibiotics can be about earning higher profits and giving the public what it wants, rather than a philosophical choice. | WILLIAM DEKAY PHOTO PRODUCTION | NATURAL BEEF

Profits draw producers to ‘natural’ Markets decide | Some producers receiving bigger profits without hormones and antibiotics BY ROBERT ARNASON BRANDON BUREAU

When Will Samis decided five years ago to produce beef free of added growth hormones and antibiotics, his choice wasn’t prompted by antipathy toward the two products. Samis was tired of being a price taker in the beef business. “We were, as farmers, paying First World prices for inputs and competing for Third World prices on our sales. That didn’t make a heck of a lot of sense,” said Samis, one of six producers who comprise Penokean Hills Farms, a branded beef company in the Algoma region of Ontario near Sault Ste. Marie. Samis said the producers created Penokean Hills in response to low cattle prices in the post-BSE era of the 2000s. It was an attempt to capture more of the profits in the beef value chain, including feeding and retail. Whatever the reason, they were gazing into the right crystal ball because a growing percentage of Ontario consumers now want to eat “natural” beef, said Tom Hamilton, beef program lead for production systems with the Ontario agriculture ministry. “I think this (natural beef) has a lot of staying power,” he said. “There is no problem with what we would call conventionally produced beef, but consumers are given choices and if they’re given choice to buy a product that is advertised as no added hormones, no antibiotics … that is appealing to a segment of consumers.” Hamilton said the number of farmers producing growth hormone free beef is increasing, as is consumer demand for the product. He couldn’t provide statistics to

back up the obser vation, but a Google search of Ontario and natural beef offers a hint of the growth in the sector. Dozens of websites promote growth hormone free and antibiotic free beef produced on Ontario farms. In the United States, a National Cat t l e m e n ’s B e e f A s s o c i at i o n website called www.beefretail.org publishes data on the size of the natural-organic beef sector. Natural-organic beef represented 3.8 percent of the monetary value of beef sales in the U.S. in the fourth quarter of 2011, compared to 1.1 percent in 2003. Ontario producers and small farmer co-operatives who sell natural beef to consumers comprise a substantial chunk of the market in that province because large companies haven’t cornered the natural beef market. However, the U.S. retail market is dominated by several players. Laura’s Lean Beef, a division of Meyer Natural Foods that specializes in lean beef free of added growth hormones and antibiotics, had revenues of $160 million in 2010. “We’re in 7,000 stores in the U.S. and we’ve got just as much response in the Great Plains of the U.S. as we do on the east and west coast,” said Nelson Curry, director of non-fed cattle procurement for the company. Laura’s Lean Beef’s sales are growing by the “high single digits” annually, Curry added. He anticipated similar growth in years to come. A shortage of statistics about the Ontario market makes it difficult to ascertain how fast the natural beef market is expanding. As well, many producers in the natural beef business circumvent retailers and sell their product directly to consumers. Brian Pogue, beef program lead for

genetics with the Ontario agriculture ministry, said this emerging market represents an opening for beef producers to win over consumers who might otherwise avoid steak, hamburgers and roasts. “I think there are a number of people who won’t eat some of these (beef ) products because of the hormones and the antibiotics,” he said. “So the beef industry actually gets an opportunity to increase per capita consumption, if they go ahead and supply a product to those consumers.” Pogue, who used to work for Laura’s Lean Beef in Ontario before the company left the province several years ago, said consumers buy beef free of added growth hormones for a number of reasons. “I remember several times having (conversations) with single moms and they’d pick up a package of Laura’s Lean hamburger and I’d see they’d have a package of commodity hamburger in their shopping cart,” he said. “(They’d say), this Laura’s Lean is for my kids. I can’t afford that for myself.” In the U.S., Laura’s Lean Beef uses its advertising budget to win over upscale urban mothers. “One of the main targets would be the upper middle class, educated female consumer, shopping for her family and looking for a product that is wholesome, less fat content and something she can feed her family and feel good about it,” Curry said. Samis said demand for Penokean Hills beef hasn’t grown in his regional market as rapidly as he had expected. What the company does sell is sold at retail stores in the region and directly to consumers. “We do sell by the half, but most of it

is sold in 25 lb. boxes,” he said. “ We d o n ’ t d o a n y w h o l e s a l e because we haven’t found a wholesaler who understands the brand concept of local beef. They always want to compare it to commodity beef.” Each of the six producers in the company has a feedlot on their farms, but only animals that grade AA or better receive the Penokean Hills label. “If they don’t grade, then the member of our company … sells them some other way,” Samis said. He said the bottom line for the producers is that they earn profits, or have the potential to earn profits, from each step in the beef value chain. The opportunity to capture those returns is what convinced Samis to switch from a conventional beef operation to a natural, branded beef enterprise five years ago. Looking at the larger Ontario marketplace, Hamilton concurred that most producers are lured into natural beef by the opportunity to make more money rather than because they have a quarrel with antibiotics or growth hormones. “Retaining ownership of their cattle, right through to the slaughter, processing and wholesale-retail end of things, captures more total value per animal.” Hamilton wasn’t sure how many Ontario cattle producers are now producing beef free of growth hormones and antibiotics. However, he has noticed that individual producers are joining larger natural beef cooperatives and companies because it’s too difficult for individual producers to market their own beef. “That’s probably the biggest move that I’m seeing, is more producers are willing to work together.”

In January 2011, the second largest grocery store chain in Australia began selling only beef produced without the use of administered growth hormones. The decision by Coles Supermarkets, which has more than 740 stores, came as a shock and an insult to Australian cattle producer associations, which called it a threat to the country’s $7.6 billion beef industry. Leaders of the Cattle Council of Australia and Meat and Livestock Australia criticized Coles’ decision as anti-science because there is no evidence suggesting beef produced with administered growth hormones is a health risk to humans. Meat and Livestock Australia said Coles’ decision could frighten consumers into thinking beef from cattle raised with implanted growth hormones was unsafe. It also said the decision would have consequences for Australia’s environment because the country’s cattle herd would have to expand by two million head to produce the same amount of beef. About 40 percent of the Australian cattle herd is treated with a hormone growth promotant (HGP). In its defence, Coles said the decision wasn’t related to safety concerns about growth hormones. Rather, the company concluded that beef with no added hormones tastes better and it wanted to offer a superior product to its customers. “Beef with no added hormones is shown to be more tender,” celebrity chef Curtis Stone said in Coles’ news release. “Meat Standards Australia’s grading system shows that meat quality is significantly better without the use of HGPs.” Coles hired Stone to pitch its “no added hormones” campaign to Australian consumers, and the company has produced television commercials to promote its beef. Coles did not respond to e-mails that asked how its no hormone campaign has affected beef sales at its supermarkets. But Naren Sivasailam, senior analyst with the research firm IBISWorld, said Coles is taking advantage of booming demand for organic and natural products in Australia. “Globally, the organic food market is estimated to be growing by around 10 percent per annum, while that figure is around 20 percent to 45 percent within Australia,” he said. A lack of sales statistics makes it hard to assess whether Coles is selling more beef, but Sivasailam said Australian consumers have responded positively to the decision because health and nutrition are dominant factors when it comes to food choices in that country. Woolworths, Coles’ chief rival in the Australian grocery store market, continues to sell beef produced with added growth hormones. Sivasailam said he will be waiting on the grocers’ annual reports to see who came out ahead in this battle over beef.

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Steps can be taken to treat chilled, hypothermic calves ANIMAL HEALTH

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he worst of winter is hopefully behind us, but a snowstorm or unseasonably cold weather is not uncommon in March or April in many parts of Western Canada. If calving season is underway on your ranch, this can result in having to deal with chilled or hypothermic calves. Newborn calves can encounter a dramatic temperature shift as they leave the warm, comfortable environment of the uterus and enter a cold winter-like environment. Wet newborn calves can lose a tremendous amount of heat because of the large surface area exposed and the evaporation of birth fluids from the skin and respiratory tract. Hypothermia in calves is associated with an increased time to standing, a delay in suckling that can lead to frostbite, increased calf mortality and poor absorption of colostrum. A study of 73 Colorado cow-calf operations suggested that hypothermia accounted for more than 12 percent of all neonatal mortality. Calves have two ways to generate heat after they are born: • shivering can produce small amounts of heat through the involuntary contraction of muscle tissue as well as muscle contractions that occur during normal movement • brown fat, which many newborn mammals are born with, is located mainly in the area around the kidneys in newborn calves. It is the main energy source for heat production in the newborn prior to suckling colostrum The importance of suckling colostrum within a few hours of birth is often emphasized for the important transfer of immunity that occurs from cow to calf. Of equal importance is the role that colostrum plays in supplying nutrients to meet the calf’s energy demands in the first few hours of life. Calves are born with relatively few energy reserves and early and adequate colostrum intake is especially important for preventing hypothermia. Controlling heat loss is another important way to regulate body temperature. Calves are remarkably cold tolerant in a dry environment with no wind exposure, but newborn calves that are wet with birth fluids and precipitation can lose a great deal of heat through their skin and hair coat. A dry calf is able to erect its hair coat and trap air within it, which allows a remarkable insulating effect. As well, calves can constrict their external blood vessels to limit blood flow to the skin, which also helps minimize heat loss. Other risk factors beyond cold and inclement weather can also predispose calves to hypothermia. Calves that experience dystocia (difficulty being born) or calves that are abandoned at birth are much more likely to become chilled. These calves are less likely to get up quickly

and start moving and are also more likely to have an inadequate colostrum intake. Calves with low birth weights or calves that are born to cows with inadequate nutrition during pregnancy are also more likely to become chilled because they have fewer energy reserves when they are born. Calves that are experiencing diseases such as scours are more likely to become hypothermic when they are dehydrated. The signs of hypothermia typically include physical weakness, depression, difficulty nursing and a reluctance to stand, along with an inability to move limbs. Chilled calves typically have a weak suckle reflex, a cold

mouth and cool extremities. A digital rectal thermometer is the best way to sort out which calves are truly hypothermic. The newer thermometers are relatively cheap and can provide a reading quickly. Calves with a temperature of 38 C or higher are considered normal, while those with a temperature of 35 to 38 C are mildly hypothermic and will usually respond to tubing with warm colostrum and being placed in a sheltered or warm room. Calves with a temperature lower than 35 C are experiencing significant hypothermia and may require other methods of treatment. Once a calf is hypothermic, the same dry hair coat that usually keeps

it warm can actually insulate it from warming in the same way that a Thermos or cooler can keep things cold. As a result, severely hypothermic calves that have been dried off often do not respond quickly to being placed in a warm room. A hot box that blows warm air may help to some degree because it allows the calf to breathe warm air, which helps warm the large surface area of the respiratory tract. However, a warm water bath is the best treatment for extremely chilled calves. Being placed in a tub of water that is typically at a normal body temperature of 38 C can make a tremendous difference to calves that are severely hypothermic. As well, the calves

should be tubed with warm colostrum and in some cases given warm fluids intravenously. However, severely hypothermic calves are often almost comatose, which means their heads will have to be held up while in the tub. As well, the water will cool quickly and may have to be changed several times while the calf is recovering. Preventing chilled calves is accomplished by providing adequate bedding and shelter and by being vigilant during calving season and checking calving cows more frequently. John Campbell is head of Large Animal Clinical Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine.

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Market suggests $4 per pound a good bison price Record high bison meat prices | Domestic slaughter may be down by more than 20 percent from 2010: Canadian Bison Association STORIES BY WILLIAM DEKAY SASKATOON NEWSROOM

NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask. — Record high bison meat prices have increased optimism in the industry w h i l e ra i s i n g c o n c e r n s a b o u t reduced demand due to cost. The Canadian bison industry experienced the highest prices ever for meat market animals this past year. Prices have increased from an average of $1.15 per pound hot hanging weight in 2003 to almost $4 in 2011 due to strong consumer demand relative to supply. Canadian Bison Association executive director Terry Kremeniuk said consumers have resisted prices based on carcass values in excess of $4 per lb. Strong demand domestically and in the United States and European Union has been the major influence on higher prices. As a result, Kremeniuk keeps an eye on the number of animals slaughtered federally and provincially, which gives him an idea of how many animals are leaving the system. The number of bison processed in Canada has steadily decreased since a high in 2004-05. Live bison exports to the U.S. grew rapidly as BSE-related restrictions were removed. A strengthened

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Canadian dollar and fewer available bison have also contributed to the trend. “Last year, between federal and provincial slaughter, we’re down to about 12,500 (head),” he told the Saskatchewan Bison Association meeting in North Battleford March 2. “This year, (federal) slaughter numbers are dow n 30 percent again.” Kremeniuk also monitors the live bison trade and how many animals are shipped to the U.S. for feeding or slaughter. Domestic processing has declined since 2008 because of reduced supply and increased exports of live animals to the U.S. “It was at this point in time that I believe that the herd in North America began to contract,” he said. The CBA forecasts that domestic slaughter may be down by more than 20 percent from 2010. The size of the Canadian herd has been steadily declining over the past

Strong prices are encouraging bison heifer retention. | five years. Based on bison exports and domestic processing, the herd, including the 2011 calf crop, is estimated at 175,000 head, down from

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219,000 estimated in 2008. “Now there’s certainly been a decline because of availability and to some extent the issue is being com-

pounded by the fact that there’s greater heifer retention.” Kremeniuk said the herd grew by eight percent per year from 1996 to 2006, while producers were selling animals at a rate of 14 percent per year from 2000-08. “The animals were leaving the herd at a much more rapid rate than the industry was growing and of course something had to give sometime,” he said. With strong prices has come profitability, which is encouraging producers to expand. Signs of herd rebuilding are reflected by the reduced number of heifers going to slaughter and the number of females offered for breeding purposes. New capital and new producers are also being attracted to the industry. “The marketplace is such that there’s going to be a pretty firm price for meat market animals,” Kremeniuk said. “On the supply side, those people who are tied into the market, they are going to continue to pay the price for the product.… At current prices, a lot of people have pulled away from bison, but now that prices have pulled back a little bit, there’s an interest again. That suggests that maybe the $3.50 to $4 range is the sustainable price range that we’re looking at.”

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NORTH BATTLEFORD, Sask. — Saskatchewan’s Livestock Loan Program is almost 20 years old, but Trish Ferner says many bison producers still don’t know about it. Ferner, secretary treasurer of the Many Bone Bison Co-op in Sedley, Sask., said new members often don’t know they could have accessed the provincial livestock loan guarantee program by joining her association. Financing is available for bred and feeder bison. “How come I didn’t know you were around last year because I ended up having to sell some of my animals,” she said during the Saskatchewan Bison Association meeting in North Battleford March 2 while summarizing the reaction of many new members. “I could have rolled them into the co-op and kept my animals.” Tom Glab of the Livestock Loan Guarantee Program in Saskatoon said the program started in 1984 for cattle but didn’t begin for feeder bison until 1999 and for breeder bison until 2007. It gives Saskatchewan cattle, bison and sheep producers another source of financing to expand their production through low-risk credit. Glab agreed with Ferner that a high percentage of bison producers aren’t aware of the loan guarantee program. Many Bone Bison Co-op, which started in 2000, is led by a board and has 30 members. To qualify for a loan,

an eligible producer must be a Saskatchewan resident and at least 18 years old. New to the program is the ability for provincially registered corporations to participate directly in the program. “Prior to that, corporations were not eligible. It was just individual producers,” said Glab. The minimum loan amount is expected to double this year from $50,000 to $100,000, which Ferner said is welcome news for the industry. Glab said bison prices are higher than cattle and the limits should be the same. “That’s what we’re aiming for. They (bison producers) want the same limits that the cattle guys have,” he said. “We want to keep them on the same playing field.” The feeder option has a loan limit of $50,000 for the first year, $100,000 for the second year and $200,000 for the third. The breeder option provides up to $50,000 for the first year, $75,000 for the second and $125,000 for the third. A maximum cap of $300,000 is set in both options. Eligible feeder bulls and heifers must be younger than two and bred heifers and cows must be younger than eight. The feeder loan period is 18 months and the breeder period is six years. An extension of six months is available for both options and members are responsible for their loan repayments.

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HOG FEED | QUALITY

DRIVING | CONFIDENCE

Pork producers could save costs by using distillersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; byproducts

Country boy becomes a city driver

Enzymes needed | Researchers will be studying byproducts and their effects on pig digestion BY BARBARA DUCKWORTH CALGARY BUREAU

BANFF, Alta. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Adding byproducts such as distillers grain to hog feed rations is one way pork producers could reduce costs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coproducts will be much more important in Western Canada than we are traditionally used to,â&#x20AC;? hog researcher Ruurd Zilstra of the University of Alberta told the recent Banff pork seminar. He said wheat and corn distillers grains are becoming more widely available, but enzymes are needed to help pigs digest the high fibre content. Kees de Lange of the University of Guelph said corn-based dried distillers grain is used in hog feed in Ontario, but researchers have found that samples collected from seven ethanol plants showed considerable variability in quality, even within one plant. There was a variation in the amount of fibre, fat and energy within the samples collected. Guelph researchers are also looking at using wet distillers grain because liquid feeding is common in O ntario. The wet product also requires enzymes for better digestion. The enzymes must be balanced b e c au s e t h e y may re l e a s e t o o much acetic acid or sugar in the d i g e s t i v e p ro c e s s t hat e n d u p being excreted. Scientists want to further study the nutrient make-up of byproducts and understand why enzymes sometimes help and other times fail to

improve digestibility. Research projects at the University of Alberta are examining what combinations of wheat and corn DDGs animals can ingest and the effect on animal welfare, carcass quality and manure management. These products are also compared to straight grain rations. The projects end this year. DDGs are generally higher in fibre than straight grain. Increased fibre is known to reduce energy digestibility. Researchers are also studying the fermentability and viscosity of fibre. Viscosity changes the flow of material through the gut. Zilstra said human nutrition may benefit from learning more about soluble and insoluble fibre and the way they intertwine with other nutrients For example, increased beta glucan fibre from oats or barley equates to a lower glycemic index. The viscous fibre slows down digestion so the enzymes have more time to work in the gut and deliver other nutrients. Work in the lab has found the starch chemistry of byproducts is variable. Starch content makes up the largest proportion of the hog diet and is necessary for energy. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s digested in the small intestine and influences the production of hormones and insulin and consequently protein and fat deposition. Two types of starch in these products, amylopectin and amylose, have rigid molecules that are difficult for pigs to digest.

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RYAN TAYLOR

Behind the wheel on the farm and in the fast lane

hen I was learning how to drive, Dad started me out with the pickup in the hay field. Keep it in first gear till you get the hang of it, he told me. The only obstacles were some duck sloughs and hay stacks. Just stay out of the sloughs and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hit the stacks, he said, although the hay stacks were a somewhat soft, fairly forgiving bumper. Before you knew it, I was trying my steering hand in pastures, on prairie trails and on seldom travelled gravel roads,Â all before the age of getting a formal permit. However, the licensing process forced me to learn another whole vehicular environment â&#x20AC;&#x201D; one with other cars and other drivers. Instead of maneuvering around hay stacks and cows, I had to look out for cars that were right there on the same road as me! Crazy stuff.

But in a small town with no stoplights and just several hundred people, a new driver could survive as long as he could handle the one fourway stop and parallel park. Sometimes it was hard to find two cars parked close enough together to practice parallel parking, so the driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ed instructor would have to give you another landmark like a light pole and tell you to pretend that was where the second car was. The challenges kept coming. To pass the behind the wheel portion of driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ed, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d have to go to the big city of Minot, North Dakota, population about 30,000 or so with unhurried and courteous drivers back then. The trip would expose me to traffic lights, that one-way street they had, and some â&#x20AC;&#x153;who has the right of way hereâ&#x20AC;? exercises with drivers you didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even recognize at the intersection. I got my driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, so I guess everything worked out okay. The driving skills have had to step it up a notch since Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gotten older. As a North Dakotan, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kind of inevitable that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had do some driving in Minneapolis and Denver. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gotten behind the wheel in Dallas/Fort Worth, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles and a few others. Not that I lacked the courage, but I did just take a cab and let someone else drive when I was in New York City. Most times when Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m driving in a big city, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m in a rental car, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not

like I have to worry about wrecking my own vehicle when Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m out learning the local traffic patterns. I should take out the extra insurance at the rental counter, but I always heard that was a ripoff, so I never do. My big city driving experiences havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been too traumatic. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve missed a few exits, driven past my destination, and remember finding myself in the bad part of town at night where the stores have bars on their windows and I wondered if my rental car would still have hub caps when the light turned green. Now, I can cruise the cities with complete confidence, thanks to my Blackberry global positioning application. A blinking red dot tells me exactly where I am at any given moment. I miss fewer exits. I know when to abandon course and regroup. I drive with confidence. And when you got your first driving lessons on a North Dakota hay field and you find yourself careening down a Los Angeles freeway in a rental car, you need to have confidence. For me, the GPS navigator is the great equalizer, helping hesitant country boys become confident city drivers around the globe. Thanks, technology. Ryan Taylor is a rancher, writer and senator in the state legislature from Towner, North g Dakota. k access=subscriber section=livestock,opinion,none

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Land prices jumped last year in the U.S. Great Plains, playing catch-up to soaring Midwest farm values. Prices for farmland in Kansas, Nebraska, the Dakotas and Minnesota increased by 25 percent year over year, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City in its February land price review. The organization surveyed 253 bankers in the region and credits the strongest grain prices and widest operating margins in decades for the price run-up as producers used profits to buy land. At the same time, non-farm investors are dropping from the buying pool, which is getting too rich for many speculators and investors, the bank said. Shawn Smeins, lending manager for Rabo Agrifinance, the agricultural division of Rabobank, said U.S. Midwest prices in many cases exceed what might normally be supported by agricultural production as farmers use existing land and operations to subsidize new land acquisitions. Those sales and prolonged high commodity prices are influencing farmland prices across North America, he added. Iowa and Illinois have seen historically high prices paid for farmland, with more than $15,000 per acre becoming commonplace. “$22,000 an acre (last month) in Iowa,” Smeins told the Commodity Classic meetings in Nashville last week. The same week, the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank reported a 22 percent rise in Midwest land prices, compounding near record jumps the previous year. The price jump is the fastest and largest since 1976, said the bank. Smeins said prices for good farmland in Minnesota and South Dakota rose 30 to 40 percent in the past year. He said prices in the Plains and Prairies are being pushed by farmers with more income and a desire to increase land bases while they can. Steve Freed, a senior researcher with Archer Daniels Midland’s investment services, said many older

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producers have low debt and see land as the only investment that will pay off for them over time. He said older farmers who sold land in recent years as prices rose are getting back into land because the cash they got from those earlier sales is languishing in bonds and equities. “(Land) is an investment they know something about and can deliver an income in semi retirement or retirement. It’s a risk they can manage, unlike other investments,” he said. Freed said he wouldn’t recommend starting new farms in the U.S. Midwest and pricier Plains locations, despite strong commodity prices. “It would have to make sense, and

right now we are nearing the top and a lot can happen to farm income in the near future,” he said. “Not to mention the possibility of higher interest rates down the road that can put a lot of downward pressure on land prices.” Smeins said American farm debt is at 11 percent, so there is significant equity available for expansion. Rabo Agrifinance was previously lending on farmland with 35 percent equity, but now it’s closer to 50 percent, said Smeins. Jim Wiesemeyer of Informa Economics said competition is fierce for farmland loans. “Money is out there right now. Agriculture is in the top three investment

choices for the East Coast investment banking community… but that can change,” he said. U.S. agriculture secretary Tom Vilsack told 5,000 farmers attending Commodity Classic that his administration is committed to supporting farm lending to maintain stability in the marketplace and create opportunities for the next generation of producers. Smeins’ bank is seeing strong competition for farm business. “We were started by Dutch farmers and we focus on agriculture. Others come and go,” he said. “We are looking for a correction. We don’t believe the farmland price is a bubble or anything. If we did we wouldn’t be lending into it. But a 10 to 15 percent correction is in the cards at some point.” Issues that will contribute to that correction are stacking up: • softening commodity prices for the North American new crops • an anticipated end to direct payments to corn, soybean and wheat producers in the new U.S. farm bill, which could reduce the certainty of high margins for farmers • economic fallout from the financial crisis in the European Union could lower world demand for commodities and further tighten money supplies • interest rates can’t stay low forever

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Iowa company proceeds with western Canadian regional distribution on its own BY MICHAEL RAINE SASKATOON NEWSROOM

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Vermeer Corp. is taking its forage equipment directly to farmers, rather than using a western Canadian distributor as it has in the past. Prairie producers who own the

Iowa company’s equipment will be able to get service and parts and buy new machines locally through a new network of distributors. Joe Michaels of Vermeer’s forage division said the company’s 12 year distribution agreement with Highline of Vonda, Sask., ended in January and the company plans to work

through short-line retailers that already handle Vermeer products, and new dealers. He said customers have been wondering who will handle their support and sales. “We have many long-term customers. They have an investment and they want to know,” he said.

The improved cattle market and high grain prices have improved the market for forage equipment. “We are seeing demand return to the business,” Michaels said. Gary Vermeer developed his line of heavy duty, round balers in the early 1970s and it was quickly adopted for use in Western Canada.

Michaels said the current owner, Mary Vermeer, has initiated a five year plan to create a “more direct relationship, alignment with the customers. This is part of that initiative.… That means dealers who stock parts and new equipment and that can offer financing. We will have 24 hour parts delivery as well.” access=subscriber section=ag_finance,none,none

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PORK PROCESSING | SASK. PLANT UPGRADE

Plant changes processing to expand pork markets Switch from skinning to scalding method | Scalding the carcass, which removes hair but leaves the skin, is more widely used in North America BY KAREN BRIERE REGINA BUREAU

Staff at Thunder Creek Pork in Moose Jaw, Sask., are working fourday weeks as the processing plant undergoes a major renovation to install new equipment. The equipment will allow the company to switch from the hot skinning processing method to scalding carcasses. Tony Martinez, vice-president at Donald’s Fine Foods/Britco Pork in Langley, B.C., which owns the Moose Jaw facility, said the project will cost more than $3 million. Most of the work will be done on weekends so the plant can continue operating without layoffs to the 170 employees. A one-week shutdown is also expected just before the targeted

completion date of June 11. “We don’t see kill numbers dropping,” Martinez said last week. The plant processes 4,500 hogs per week, which should rise to full capacity of 5,000 to 6,000 after the changes, depending on markets, he said. “Most consumers are used to (pork from) scalding,” he said. “Hot skinning is more of an Asia-Japan thing.” When hot skinning, the skins are loosened from the carcass and pulled before other processing is done. When scalding, the carcass is put in hot water and the hair scraped off but the skin left on. Previous owners of the facility focused on Japan but couldn’t make a go of it in a relatively small market. Changing processing methods could open up other markets, Martinez said.

Half of Thunder Creek’s product is exported and half sold domestically. The process in Moose Jaw will be the same as it is at the company’s facilities in British Columbia. “We think we’ll have greater quality and consistency,” Martinez said. “We feel we’ll benefit from an overall marketing perspective.” There is also a cost benefit to this method, he said. Donald’s/Britco opened the plant in January 2011 after the city took it over for outstanding taxes and offered it for sale. Martinez said the business is going well, although marketing and hog prices have been more difficult than management had originally hoped. “I don’t think anyone is having a whole pile of fun out there right now,” he said of the industry. access=subscriber section=ag_finance,livestock,none

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MAPLE LEAF FOODS | FINANCIAL RESULTS

High meat costs bite into Maple Leaf profit BY DAN YATES SASKATOON NEWSROOM

An unexpected rise in the cost of meat is partially to blame for lower Maple Leaf Foods’ fourth quarter results, says chief executive officer Michael McCain. Maple Leaf announced Feb. 28 net earnings of $9.2 million for the quarter, down from $30.6 million last year, although its adjusted operating earnings on the full year rose 21 percent to $259 million over 2010. McCain said the numbers interrupt 10 quarters of year-over-year growth, the result of increased expenses in its bakery business and meat costs that were “countercyclical and unexpected for us in the marketplace.” He said they are temporary issues.

The company will increase prices on its processed products and margins in poultry processing look better. “We think that the margin pressures in the meat business will continue in the first quarter, particularly in the first half of the first quarter, but the pricing action that we have in the marketplace is mostly effective in middle to late February,” he said. “We’ll start to feel the full impacts near the end of the quarter, which gives us the confidence in believing it will have restored our margins in the protein business by the second quarter.” McCain said the bakery business saw higher wheat prices in the first half of the year “before they settled back slightly.” “Wheat costs are slightly more than

A pork processing facility in Moose Jaw, Sask., is installing a carcass scalding processing method. | FILE PHTO

20 percent of our total aggregate input costs, and we have to price every year for all of the other factors, not the least of which is looking at energy costs today versus a year ago,” said McCain. Fourth quarter results include $32.2 million of pre-tax costs related to restructuring expenses. The company plans to spend $1 billion to close older plants and expand and modernize others. It will close a bakery in the United Kingdom and is investing millions in a bakery in Hamilton, Ont. It plans to make Winnipeg “the centre of excellence for bacon.” It will close its bacon plant in North Battleford, Sask., and open a fully cooked linked sausage operation in Saskatoon. access=subscriber section=ag_finance,news,none

LEGUMEX WALKER IN CHINA

RICHARDSON BUYS RETAILER

Legumex Walker Inc. has begun processing beans at its facility in Tianjin, China, under the name Legumex Walker (Tianjin) International Trading Ltd. The operation, with a capacity of 10,000 tonnes per year, was established at an existing Legumex Walker logistics and distribution location and is the company’s first processing facility outside of North America. “This investment diversifies our processing capabilities beyond North America and builds on our 10-year operating history in China,” said company president Joel Horn. With this facility, as well as the recent acquisitions of St. Hilaire Seed Co. and the assets of Anderson Seed Company in the United States, 24 percent of Legumex Walker’s processing is now outside of Canada.

Richardson International Ltd. is buying CJS Agro Services Ltd., a private, family-owned crop input retailer with two locations in southeastern Alberta at Hussar and Acadia Valley. Hussar is a full service centre that retails chemical, fertilizer and seed, while Acadia Valley sells seed and crop protection products. Employees at the CJS locations in Hussar and Acadia Valley will be offered the opportunity to join Richardson. The deal is the latest in a series of crop input centre acquisitions in the last two years. In 2010, Richardson bought three crop input locations in the Peace River region of Alberta. Last year, it acquired North East Terminal in Wadena, Sask., which included four crop input centre locations. access=subscriber section=news,news,none

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DUTCH FARMER | RELOCATION

Immigrant farmer takes long way to farm Cross-country tractor trek | Bound for Sheho, Sask. BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

A great horned owl sits in the window of an old granary near Blackie, Alta. |

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Dutch farmer Eduard Bomers, soon to be a Canadian farmer, is starting this month on the trek of a lifetime. Sometime around March 8, the 46-year-old former Dutch dairy farmer will pick up his Fendt tractor and a trailer from a boat in Halifax harbour and begin the long tractor drive from there to his new 1,600 acre grain farm at Sheho, west of Yorkton, Sask. The equipment is being shipped from Holland. It will be a journey that he expects will take two weeks or more, travelling more than 3,000 kilometres and into four time zones. “This is a big country,” he said. “It will all depend on the weather. This has never been done before.” Not since Nick Parsons drove his combine from British Columbia to Ottawa 12 years ago to call for farm aid has a cross-country farm equipment trek like this happened. Bomers will see his new country in a way most haven’t. “It will be a long drive,” he said. “I will learn.” He plans to have his first crop of wheat, canola and oats in the ground this spring. Bomers decided to move to Canada several years ago when he figured if he was going to leave dairy farming and Holland, he would have to do it soon. “The reason I stopped dairy and started with grain is dairy is the same as if you have children,” said the single farmer. “It is 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. I wanted more of life and I have no family, so I decided if I’m going to do it, I have to do it before I get too old.” He knew some Dutch farmers on

the Prairies and visited Alberta in 2008. “It’s expensive there,” he said. “There are too many people, too many Dutch people. I don’t hate Dutch people, but they have money and they always make everything expensive.” So he set his sights on buying a Saskatchewan farm and while trying to sell his Netherlands operation at Eesveen last year, he worked on a Saskatchewan grain farm “for the experience.” The European farm finally sold, he found a farm for sale at Sheho after talking to some Saskatchewan Dutch farmers, and returned to Holland, where he bought a tractor and trailer to ship his possessions to Canada. Then the delays began. He returned to Canada to wait and begin buying farm equipment. He took possession of the farm in early February. Twice the tractor and trailer didn’t make it aboard the ship and then there were delays docking at Liverpool, England. Finally in late February, he received word the farm equipment and a friend were on the boat and with his newly acquired Canadian driver’s licence, he started to make plans to drive a pick-up from his Saskatchewan farm to Halifax for the scheduled March 8 arrival. Then he and friend Jacob plan to head west, Jacob driving the truck. “I look forward to this, to farming,” he said. “And I couldn’t do the drive without help from my friend.” For the moment, Bomers has status as a “permanent resident” in Canada, he said. Does he plan to become a citizen? “I don’t know, not at this moment, but you never know,” he said. “I might find a girl and it changes.” access=subscriber section=news,none,none

FOOD POLICY | LOCAL FOOD

CONTEST | SURFACE LEASES

Policy needs to shift gears from trade

Game seeks low surface lease

Exports, local food can co-exist | More government help needed for growers, buyers

BY MARY MACARTHUR

BY BARRY WILSON OTTAWA BUREAU

The next Canadian food policy should include a switch in emphasis from a trade and big-is-better mindset to an emphasis on local food, a local food advocate has told MPs. During House of Commons agriculture committee hearings Feb. 29 on the next five-year Growing Forward plan, Food Secure Canada senior policy adviser Anna Paskal said a three-year national consultation on a “people’s food policy” shows consumers want more local food options. She said more local food emphasis, including government help for organizations that encourage local production and connecting buyers to producers through local food hubs, would be good for Canadian health and local economies. The current industrial food system is “failing” Canadians, said Paskal.

“There are two and a half million Canadians who don’t have enough food to eat,” she said. “At the same time, we’re losing thousands of family farms, over a quarter of Canadians are considered obese and the industrial agriculture system is one of the leading contributors to climate change. The status quo is no longer an option. We need change.” Paskal noted the fact that at least four national food strategies are being developed in Canada from different perspectives. Based as it is on three years of hearings and involvement from thousands of farmers, consumers, activist agencies, unions and others, “the People’s Food Policy is the most comprehensive national food policy being advanced in Canada today.” But she said it would require a shift in emphasis in the next agriculture policy framework. “We must build support for sustain-

able local food into our policy processes and this is where you guys come in,” she told MPs. When Liberal MP Mark Eyking, whose family operates a large Cape Breton vegetable farm, argued that support for local farming does not necessarily bring access to the major food stores where consumers do most of their shopping, Paskal said the government set a precedent by requiring the fuel industry to include a percentage of biofuel in the product. “We’ve legislated 10 percent biofuels that has to go in,” she said. “We can legislate a certain percentage of local and sustainable food that’s Canadian in our retail system. We have that power, we have the precedent.” Pressed on the connection between local food strategies and existing export policies, she said exports and local food can co-exist but the balance is wrong and should be changed. access=subscriber section=news,farmliving,none

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Pat Walker doesn’t know how many entries to expect for a contest to find the lowest surface lease annual payment. However, she thinks it will be a fun way to raise awareness of the need to review surface lease payments. My Landman Group Inc. w ill accept entries until the end of the year to win $500 for the lowest surface lease payments. “It’s just to raise awareness among landowners of the need to have their compensation payment reviewed,” said Walker. “We wanted to throw it out there for awareness, and it’s a marketing thing too,” said Walker, who along with her partners negotiate surface leases on behalf of farmers. The lowest annual lease Walker has heard of is $500 a year on irrigated land in southern Alberta, which is “ridiculously low,” said Walker. “It is amazing what you find out there.”

Negotiating a new surface lease or renewing an oil lease is a secretive and complicated process. There is no blue book listing for what oil and gas companies can pay landowners for annual lease payments, said Graham Gilchrist, assistant farmers’ advocate with the Alberta Farmers’ Advocate office. Farmers are reluctant to discuss land payments with their neighbours for fear they may embarrass their neighbours or appear to be a poor negotiator. “We find producers are very reticent to share their own data,” said Gilchrist. The Alberta Farmers’ Advocate hired a company in 2007 to gather three years of surface lease data to assess surface lease compensation offered by energy companies. The data was based on information provided by energy companies rather than landowners. The website data is not complete but offers a snapshot of possible lease compensation levels based on entry fee, land values, general disturbance, loss of use of land and adverse effect. access=subscriber section=news,none,none

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CATTLE | TRANSPORTATION

Study seeks optimal practices for transporting cattle Agriculture Canada project far reaching | Trials are underway but bulk of research will take place next year BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

Cows taken to market tend to be older, thinner and weaker than fat cattle and thus maybe at higher risk of bruising while being hauled. As well, injury and fatigue can be worse in cold weather for cows and young heifers. A recently announced study will explore the transport of cull cows in winter, with the goal of providing recommendations on optimal practices. Karen Schwartzkopf-Genswein of Agriculture Canada is leading the project, which also involves researchers from the universities of Calgary and Saskatchewan and some of her Agriculture Canada colleagues. She said trials for the study have begun, but the bulk of the research will be conducted next winter, with results available in the spring. “We foresee that the bulk of our data will come from next winter for two reasons: one, just because of logistics … and secondly, this winter hasn’t been that cold,” she said. Trials will be done between November 2012 and April 2013. The first one will involve data from

five loads of fat heifers taken directly to a slaughter plant. Transport effects from distances of more than 300 kilometres and less than 300 km will be measured. The second trial will collect data on market cows. The Beef Cattle Research Council, which is funding the study, describes the goal as defining “whether pretransport indicators can help to predict situations where animal welfare is most likely to be challenged by transport.” Recommendations can then be made to avoid animal injury and stress during shipping. “We’re very happy and proud that the industry is wanting to follow some of these animals and look at the situation,” said Schwartzkopf-Genswein. Researchers will measure truck loading conditions, load size, animal body condition scores, temperature and humidity in the trailer, security of footing, hauling distance and numerous other factors, she said. Animal condition scores and handling after arrival at the plant will be part of the study. A cross-section of loads under different weather conditions will be measured.

Data will also include carcass weights, dressing percentage, bruising and grade. Schwartzkopf-Genswein said she has heard that the greatest number of calls to the minister of agriculture involve animal transport, so it is clearly a topic of interest to the general public. She has studied livestock transport for many years, and previous work has shown that market cattle, which

are the healthiest and most robust, tend to fare well. Less information is available on the welfare of calves, feeder cattle and cull cows, so this study is designed to address that. As well, she said four cattle transport-related studies will soon be released with additional research on shrink, mortality, lameness and space allowance.

We’re very happy and proud that the industry is wanting to follow some of these animals .... KAREN SCHWARTZKOPF-GENSWEIN AGRICULTURE CANADA

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MEASURING UP: IF BARBIE WAS LIFE SIZED

HEALTH | SELF ESTEEM

Battling Barbie

At 5’8”, Barbie would weigh about 115 lbs. and have a body mass index of 17.5. A BMI less than 18.5 is considered to be underweight and unhealthy by medical professionals.

Operation Beautiful | Program combats negative body images with positive messages BY BARB GLEN LETHBRIDGE BUREAU

Lethbridge College students climbed on the scale recently and looked down to see their weight. Instead, they saw statements such as, “today, I honour my body. I love myself and I treat myself with respect.” The modified scale and mock “lifesized” versions of Barbie and GI Joe were part of Operation Beautiful, an annual college event designed to encourage staff and students to celebrate their natural size. Erin Musick-Neily, a personal counsellor at the college, said she often works with students bothered by body image issues. Common triggers include relationship stress and being uncomfortable with personal weight, shape and size. “We seem to have this notion that there’s this perfect version of self that exists, so people really struggle sometimes when they don’t feel like they’re meeting that ideal version,” said Musick-Neily. Though she works primarily with young adults, Musick-Neily said body image issues affect people of all ages and both genders. Such issues are often more closely associated with women, but men also struggle with expectations of building sixpack abs or a more muscular build. Dissatisfaction with body image can come from many directions and it can start early in life, Musick-Neily said. “Early messaging that we get growing up is a really important influence. Are we getting messages from our parents that are accepting and positive and affirming in terms of body shape and size, or are we getting messages that are a judgment or negative?” Another major factor is media portrayal of models and television and movie stars, most of whom are tall and slender. Musick-Neily said they represent a narrow version of beauty. The average model is 5’11” and weighs 117 pounds, she said. The average Canadian woman is 5’5” and 140 lb. Barbie, arguably the most popular doll in the world, wouldn’t be able to walk upright or swallow and breathe

at the same time if her proportions were embodied in a real woman. GI Joe would be seven feet tall with biceps as big as his waist. Heather Ponech, a registered provisional psychologist with the Edenbridge Holistic Center in Lethbridge, is an expert in the treatment of eating disorders. SheapplaudsprogramssuchasOperation Beautiful because they emphasize health and the fact that people can be healthy at their natural size. “What is health?” Ponech said. “If you ask a whole bunch of people what health might be, they’ll think it’s exercise and eating healthy food. There’s nothing about any other type of health that we can engage in, as far as healthy relationships, emotional health, spiritual health. It’s just about diet and exercise.”

Participants were encouraged to post positive statements like this one on a board. | WP PHOTO ILLUSTRATION

A poor body image doesn’t necessarily lead to an eating disorder. Ponech said many factors might lead in that direction, but dissatisfaction with current body size is often part of it. Operational Beautiful is one way she thinks preoccupation or worry about body image can be brought into perspective. “It needs to be done at a grassroots, media, community level, promoting health at every size.” Musick-Neily had similar advice. “A lot of times, just some information about what’s actually happening

Erin Musick-Neily, a personal counsellor at Lethbridge College, organized Operation Beautiful to help people celebrate their natural size. | BARB GLEN PHOTO can be helpful,” she said, such as pointing out the alterations in photos of movie stars and asking people why they think their ideal weight is different from what they actually weigh. “For example, if I as a young female think that I should be blonde with blue eyes and I should be 120 lb., if that’s my version of myself, I might not know where that came from.” She encourages people to focus on what they like about their bodies. During the week of the Operation Beautiful promotion, she encountered people who couldn’t think of any positive physical attributes about themselves. In those cases, she suggested they focus on function. For example, people who don’t like the look of their legs could instead consider the mobility their legs offer and the ability to dance, walk and run. “We can appreciate the things our body can do for us instead of being angry with it for the ways we think it’s failing us.” Ponech also suggested that people give more critical thought to the images they see in the media and be less critical of themselves. “Is there a way that we can be more gentle with ourselves and others?” she said. “If we stand in judgment of ourselves, often times our judgment will go external, to other people.” That can lead to criticism about other people’s appearance. Accepting and celebrating natural size is not the same as ignoring health, said both counsellors. However, people should be able to enjoy food without guilt, while listening to their body’s cues. Lethbridge College wrapped up its week of body image promotion with comfort food Friday, which offered macaroni and cheese, meatloaf with mashed potatoes and other food people often think they shouldn’t eat a c c of e spotential s = s uweight b s c gain. riber because

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She would need a size 2 top to fit her 33” chest but would need to have it drastically altered to fit her 17” waist — even a size 0 has a waist measurement of 23 inches.

Size 0 pants would be too big as they’re made for women with a 23 inch waist and 34 inch hips, but life-sized Barbie’s hips are 30” and her waist is 17”.

Barbie would wear a size 3 shoe, a difficult size to find in adult sizes. Did you know … • 25 years ago, the average female model weighed eight percent less than the average woman. Today, the average model weighs 23 percent less than the average woman.

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How much Gradual switch helps reduce drug withdrawal is too much? HEALTH CLINIC I don’t think I am addicted because I just take the drug as prescribed by my doctor, but if I cannot get it any more, would I get severe withdrawal symptoms when I stop?

SPEAKING OF LIFE CLARE ROWSON, MD JACKLIN ANDREWS, BA, MSW

My wife is worried that I am about to burn myself out. We have a small farm that I am slowly building by supplementing our income with work at a demanding job in the oil patch. We have two small children whom we love but who require time and care, and we try to keep active in our little church. Do you think that this is too much?

I am a 55-year-old man and injured my back at work about a year ago. I was in considerable pain and have been taking Oxycontin as prescribed by my doctor. It really helps the pain, but I am concerned that it might be taken off the market because it is so addictive.

Oxycontin is one of the most frequently abused prescription drugs in North America because it contains large amounts of the drug oxycodone. A single pill can sell for as much as $30 on the street, which may tempt some who have been legally prescribed the medication by their doctors to sell them for the easy money. The drug manufacturers are aware of the potential for abuse and are talking about replacing it with a simi-

lar drug that should be less addictive because it cannot be easily broken down and injected. Because you have been taking this painkiller for a long time, I suggest asking your doctor to gradually wean you off and give you another painkiller that is not so addictive. Drug addiction occurs when a person needs higher and higher doses to satisfy cravings or cope with pain, psychological or physical. Gradually reducing the dose under medical supervision should reduce withdrawal symptoms, which can include runny nose, aches, nausea and vomiting. They are not fatal, unless the person becomes severely dehydrated and

isn’t getting enough fluids. The withdrawal effects generally start within six to 30 hours of discontinuing the drug and last for a week or less. Psychological addiction or craving for the drug may take a lot longer to recover from, and continued support from drug dependency agencies and support groups may be required. Oxycodone, which is known to drug addicts as simply Oxy, is one of a group of similar opiate drugs that may lead to similar problems if stopped suddenly. Others in the same group are heroin, morphine, cocaine and codeine. Clare Rowson is a retired medical doctor in Belleville, Ont. Contact: health@producer.com. access=subscriber section=farmliving,none,none

We do not usually consider the farming community when we are talking about occupational burnout. Perhaps we should, but probably not in your case. Fatigue is different than burnout, and as tired as you are, I read in your letter enthusiasm for your farm, your family and your community. People who are burned out are not enthusiastic. They are cynical, not believing that the world will ever get better, and they have lost confidence that anything that they do will make any difference. They participate with no commitment, and certainly no energy. They have, in fact, given up. People who are burned out worry a lot. They generally feel unappreciated, are irritable, dread going to work and they often look as though they are overwhelmed. Many are on their way to major depressive episodes. Burnout is not necessarily caused by overwork. It is more likely caused by not receiving recognition for the work that has been done. Our agricultural economists are predicting a favourable year for this summer’s farm economy. This is the first continuing sign of optimism that we have had for a number of years. We have had droughts, floods, poor prices, BSE scares and trade problems for too long in the immediate p a s t. Ma n y o f o u r f r i e n d s a n d neighbours worked hard, only to watch their net worth dwindle. They were not getting the rewards for which they worked. Some were not able to retire as they had planned and others were not able to support their children as they had hoped. Farming, of course, brings with it more rewards than net worth. Farmers who have survived the difficult years find alternative rewards for the efforts they make on their farms. Some find rewards just by working the land, others get the same by working with their animals, some like being outdoors and many enjoy their independence and autonomy. The more they were able to enjoy alternative kinds of rewards, the less likely they would burn out in the midst of financial uncertainty. Don’t let your fatigue get the better of you. You have your family, your dreams, your community and enthusiasm. I am not too worried about you burning out. access=subscriber section=farmliving,none,none

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

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PILOT MOUND, Man. — Stuffing ground beef into one-pound plastic bags is not a glamorous job, but the messy reality doesn’t bother Clint and Pam Cavers. Running a ranch and a meat shop has taught the Caverses that farm life is more about meat covered aprons and less about the sun setting over a rustic barn. Clint and Pam, owners and operators of Harborside Farms, raise pastured hogs, grass-fed cattle, pastured poultry and honeybees on land north of Pilot Mound with their three daughters, Mika, 18, Tawny, 13 and Autumn, 10. The Caverses raise heritage livestock breeds in a natural fashion on their 200 acres on a ridge with meadows and oak trees. Mulefoot pigs, a black breed with long hair, live outside on straw over the winter. Chickens are kept outside in free-range pens and cattle are fed in a pasture. The Caverses also operate a meat processing shop on their farm, a value-added enterprise that helps them generate more income from their efforts. On a warm Wednesday in February, Clint and Pam, both clad in aprons and Pam in a ball cap, worked at a rapid pace stuffing ground beef into one pound plastic bags. Most of the beef will end up in freezers in Winnipeg, where the Caverses deliver a truckload of growth hormone- and antibiotic-free meat twice a month. They meet their “eaters,” which is Pam’s term for their customers, at parking lots across the city. The Caverses’ farm isn’t organic access=subscriber section=farmliving,livestock,news

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because buying organic feed can be logistically challenging and expensive. However, the lack of an organic brand hasn’t held them back because the Caverses have built a strong relationship with their eaters. “We’re the face of it (the product),” Pam said. “They know who we are.” She said their typical customer is an urban mother who wants her children to eat nutritious food. Clint, who grew up on a farm near Pilot Mound, and Pam, who grew up in Winnipeg and other cities, have sold meat directly to Manitoba eaters

for a dozen years. They were the first farmers in the province certified by the Humane Society and are among the bestknown small-scale farms in the province, making them a go-to resource for people who would like to start a small farm in Manitoba. As someone who has made the transition from urbanite to livestock producer, Pam said wannabe farmers need to realize that farming is nothing like an episode of Little House on the Prairie. “When you live urban and want to go to the rural, you have this dream of what it’s going to be like and how fantastic the air is going to be.… You’re going to live in the country and how great it will be,” Pam said in a confident voice that bounced off the walls of the small meat processing shop. “I had expectations about how it was supposed to be, then soon realized that’s not how it is at all.” Even though a romantic notion of farming can be a psychological roadblock, Pam and Clint believe that

The three Cavers girls, Mika, left, Autumn and Tawny have met many international travellers because the farm offers room and board for farm workers from other countries.

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The Caverses raise Mulefoot pigs, a heritage breed with long black hair, on straw and pasture. They also have a few Berkshire hogs, but the Mulefoot has more tolerance for Manitoba winters and they say its meat is as succulent as pork from a Berkshire. urbanites can become successful farmers. “Everybody has to learn sometime. I wasn’t born knowing how to drive a tractor or work with cattle,” Clint said. “If anybody is willing to put the time in that it takes to learn those things, then yes, anybody can farm.” However, they also believe that potential producers should get a taste of the farming life before taking the plunge. As a result, they host willing workers on organic farms (wwoofers) and are part of the Manitoba Farm Mentorship Program, where interns can work on farms. Pam said interns are more committed to farming. “The wwoofing program is more for tourism,” she said. “They come to immerse themselves in the culture, but they might only work a couple of hours per day in exchange for room and board.” The wwoofers who work at Harborside Farms may not put in 12-hour days, but having a young person from France, Germany or New Zealand at your dining room table does offer other benefits, Pam said. “There are real cool things that happen.” For example, Mika, Tawny and Autumn hear fresh perspectives on topics such as education and travel. “So, in your country you don’t have go to university right away? In fact, your country encourages you to travel? Whoa.” The 20 or so wwoofers that have stayed with the Caverses likely made an impression on Mika because when she graduates from high school this spring, she plans to travel for a bit “to figure some things out.” One thing she knows for certain is that she won’t be spending the rest of her days trapped in a city. “That’s not an option. I go to the city sometimes and I can hardly stand (it)…. It’s too loud.” Besides training farm interns and hosting wwoofers, the Caverses also respond to questions, nearly every day, from people across North America who would like to start their own small-scale livestock farm. There are times, especially after a long day, when responding to an e-mail or taking another phone call becomes burdensome, Clint said, but 99 percent of the time he’s happy to help. “People know we’re willing to talk about the failures we’ve had and some of the successes, and trying to steer people through that,” he said. “It feels good to be able to help folks, younger and older … through some of the pitfalls.”

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BARLEY | TYPES AND BENEFITS

Barley: food of the gladiators TEAM RESOURCES

BETTY ANN DEOBALD, BSHEc

arley is a versatile and nutritious grain with a long history. It was one of the first domesticated grains in the Near East, which we now call Iraq, Syria, Israel, Palestine and Lebanon. The earliest evidence of wild barley was found in an archaeological site at the south end of the Sea of Galilee dating about 8500 BC. Evidence of domesticated barley has been found in sites in Syria and Korea dating from 1500-850 BC. It was a staple bread-making grain in many cultures for centuries. Today, Canada is one of the largest producers of barley for human and animal consumption. Barley is a versatile grain with a nutlike flavor and a pasta-like consistency. It resembles wheat berries, though lighter in colour. Sprouted barley is naturally high in maltose, a sugar that is used for malt syrup sweeteners. When fermented, it is used to make beer and other alcoholic beverages. Barley is processed and sold in a number of forms: • hulled barley, or pot barley, has had the outermost hull of the grain removed. It would be considered a whole grain

• pearl barley has had the hull and bran layers removed. Fine pearl barley may also have part of the inner endosperm layer removed. For this reason, pearl barley is not considered a whole grain and is lower in nutrients. However, barley differs from most grains in that fibre is found throughout the entire kernel rather than just in the bran layer, which means pearl barley does contain fibre • hulled barley has a looser hull that is easily removed • barley flakes are flattened and sliced similar to rolled oats. They can be made from hulled, hulless or pearl barley, which means there may be significant differences in nutrient content • barley flour can also be made from hulled, hulless or pearled barley Canada’s Food Guide recommends six to eight servings of grains and cereals per day for an adult. A serving of cooked barley would be 1/2 cup (125 mL). Preparation Before cooking pot or pearled barley, inspect it for dirt or small stones and then rinse thoroughly under running water. To cook, use one cup (250 ml) barley to two cups (500) mL water or broth. Cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes and then fluff with a fork. It can also be cooked in a rice cooker, but add an additional 1/2 cup (125 mL) extra liquid. Add onions, celery and mush-

rooms with the barley and cook in a broth on the stove or in the oven to make a barley pilaf. Cooked pot or pearled barley can be used just like rice and served with a stir-fry or curry. Toss with chopped fresh tomatoes, cucumber and peppers and add a salad dressing and grated cheese to make an easy lunch meal. Add a handful of uncooked barley to soup or stew to give it an extra hearty flavour. Use barley flakes as a hot cereal or to replace the oatmeal in your favourite fruit crisp or cookie recipes. Replace one-third of the flour with barley flour when making breads and muffins to add a sweet and earthy taste.

MOTHER SOUPERIOR’S BEST BARLEY SOUP This is a chunky and filling hearty soup, good for a cold winter day. Serves six. 2 tsp. vegetable oil 10 mL 1 lb. boneless, skinless 500 g turkey or chicken breasts, cut into cubes 1 1/2 c. celery, chopped 375 mL 1 1/2 c. carrots, celery 375 mL 1 c. onions, chopped 250 mL 4 c. low-sodium, 1L reduced-fat chicken broth 1 can (14 fl. oz.) diced 398 mL tomatoes, undrained 1/3 c. pot barley 75 mL 3/4 tsp. dried marjoram 4 mL 1/2 tsp. ground thyme 2 mL 1/2 tsp. ground sage 2 mL

Barley can be used in soups or for main dishes with added vegetables and meat. | BETTY ANN DEOBALD PHOTO 1/2 tsp. salt 2 mL 1/2 tsp. fresh ground pepper 2 mL 1/4 c. fresh parsley, 60 mL chopped Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add turkey or chicken cubes and cook until no longer pink. Add all remaining ingredients. Mix well. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes, until turkey and barley are tender. Adapted from Looneyspoons, Lowfat Food Made Fun.

MUSHROOM BARLEY PILAF 1 c. boiling water 250 mL 3/4 c. dried shiitake mushrooms or dried porcini, mushrooms or mixture 1 tbsp. butter 15 mL 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced ½ tsp. salt 2 mL ½ tsp. pepper 2 mL 2 c. pearl or pot barley 500 mL 2 c. sodium-reduced 500 mL chicken stock

1 c. water 1 c. frozen vegetables 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1/2 c. unsalted cashews (optional) or 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese

250 mL 250 mL 30 mL 125 mL 60 mL

Pour boiling water over dried mushrooms in a bowl and let stand 20 minutes. Strain, reserving liquid, and set aside. In saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and fry onion, garlic, salt and pepper until tender. Stir in reserved mushrooms and barley. Stir in chicken stock, water and reserved mushroom liquid. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until barley is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 40 minutes. Add frozen vegetables and toss with barley. Let stand, covered, for five minutes. Add fresh parsley and cashews or top with parmesan cheese. Adapted from Canadian Living Magazine: March 2006. Betty Ann Deobald is a home economist from Rosetown, Sask., and a member of Team Resources. Contact: team@producer.com.

LOOKING BACK | SAWMILL

Sound and smell of sawmill spark fond memories BY SHARON ESPESETH FREELANCE WRITER

here’s nothing like the smell of sawdust to sharpen the senses and give a person a nostalgic nudge. Logging and sawing were the Canadian industries that turned forests into homes, barns, granaries and arable land and young men into sawyers. Eugene Messmer from Naples, Alta., was a child in the mid-1930s when his father built his first sawmill: a buzz saw with a track and a manpowered carriage. He recalled two men pushing the carriage that drew the wood through the saw. In the early 1940s, Oscar Messmer, Eugene’s father, replaced this labourintensive machine with a more upto-date model. Eugene’s Uncle Alfred recalled making several trips by horse and sleigh to bring the sawmill home from Shoal Creek, Alta. The husk, or heart of the mill, held a turn-of-the-century U.S. patent. The Messmers’ new outfit was driven by a belt from the tractor, in this case an 18-36 Hart-Parr. The mill was an impressive machine compared to man-powered equipment or steam-driven mills of that era, which depended on a good supply of water.

In 1997 the Messmers finished restoring the sawmill and held a demonstration of the way things used to be done. Eugene Messmer, right, stops the machine for more checking. | SHARON ESPESETH PHOTO Investing less than $200, the Messmers were in the lumber business. Contracts with relatives and neighbours were verbal and generally a barter. In the late 1930s, the Messmers sold the mill to neighbours in Bloomsbury. The new owners, frustrated with keeping the stiff-toothed saw sharpened, replaced it, discarding the original husk in the bush. By the early 1940s, Oscar needed the sawmill to prepare lumber for his future family home. Houses of lumber were then replacing the log houses of earlier years. Alfred, Oscar’s younger brother,

retrieved the husk from the bush near Bloomsbury and the Messmer team built the new carriage and tracks. Blessed with generous stands of spruce nearby, Oscar, along with friends and relatives, began preparing and accumulating lumber for the house. After the house was finished, the sawmill moved to the Alberta communities of Mellowdale, Timeu and Mystery Lake. Since the mill sat open to the elements, parts of it rotted and other parts rusted. Over the years, portions of the mill were replaced, but other original parts, like the husk, withstood nature’s way. Every few years, the sawmill was rebuilt.

The Messmer saw returned home and in need of repairs in the early 1950s. Eugene, now a young man, restored the mill with his father and learned the sawyer’s trade. Eugene and three friends took advantage of settlers’ permits, which allowed them to cut timber along the Athabasca River and its tributaries. The Messmer crew established its mill along Chickadee Creek, where water was available for bunkhouse use and the tractor radiator. The men drained the radiator every evening and heated water for refilling every morning. They lit a fire under a barrel of water that hung between two trees for this purpose. The young men stayed in a log bunkhouse during the week, returning home to Naples each weekend to see families and girlfriends. The bunkhouse was meagrely furnished with a table, stove, tree stumps for chairs and the bunk. Eugene said house cleaning was not an issue because the lumberjacks would sooner play cards than clean. They would occasionally visit the Fort Assiniboine tavern but rarely stayed late because they knew what faced them in the morning. Camaraderie and a sense of humour brought relief from the cold and hard work. Eugene said felling with the cross-cut saw, a blade with a handle at each end, was a two-man job.

Bobby, one of their playful woodcutters, showed how to save labour by having one man cut down two trees at once using a double-bladed axe. To prove his point, Bob flung the axe forward and backward between two trees. The other fellows ran for cover. The young men had logged the 11,000-foot limit for each of them before winter was over and hauled the lumber across the frozen Lake Athabasca in an old two-ton truck. The need for travelling on ice and the fact that the men were also farmers made logging a winter occupation. Other farm neighbours acquired permits after the four men had filled their quotas. Eugene stayed on as sawyer, a job he enjoyed, for another crew of five loggers. The saga of the Messmer saw continued, a cycle of rotting and rebuilding. Eugene says they eventually saved timber for the next time the carriage would need rebuilding. Tenfoot long four by 10s were not an easy find. During the winter of 1995, Eugene and his son, Tim, took the four by 10s out of storage in the barn loft and star ted rebuilding the mill. In December 1997, he gave a sawmill demonstration. The smell of the sawdust and the whir of the saw stirred many childhood memories.

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