Peterborough County Agri-Notes

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Peterborough County Agri-Notes
Peterborough
County Agri-Notes
...connecting our agricultural community
September
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
Calendar of Upcoming Events
September 2014
Tues. Sept. 23rd
Calendar of Events
... 1
Peterborough County
Federation of Agriculture
... 2
Inside This Issue
Farm Family Nominations due
details page 3
Thurs. Sept. 25th
Cattlemen’s Producer Information Night
details page 11
Sat. Sept. 27th
Ptbo County Plowing Match – 96th Annual
Cavan Monaghan Township
At the Farms of Earl McLeod & Karl Gillis
1232 & 1187 County Rd. 10
Christian Farmers
Federation of Ontario
Tues. Sept. 30th
Cattlemen’s Bursary Due
details page 7-10
Peterborough Economic
Development
…
Wed. Oct. 1st
Yearlings & Calves (vaccinated cattle only)
details on page 8 & 10
Sat. Nov. 1st
Wed. Nov. 5th
Fri. Nov. 21st
Peterborough Cattlemen’s
Association
....7
…11
Peterborough Soil & Crop ... 11
Peterborough Stewardship …12
Editor:
Karen Jopling
Peterboroughcounty.agrinotes@gmail.com
Pollinator Day
details page 12
Advisory Board:
Guaranteed Certified Vaccinated Calf sale
details on page 3
PCFA Annual Awards Banquet
detail on page 2
Andy Elmhurst, Vice Chair
Peterborough County
Stewardship Council
705.696.3515
Andy.elmhurst@bell.net
Karen Jopling, Editor
County of Peterborough
Lang Pioneer Village
705.295.6694 ext. 26
kjopling@county.peterborough.on.ca
Newsletter Deadlines:
Deadline for submissions is the first Friday in March and the last Friday
in May, August and November each year.
December Issue: Friday, November 28, 2014
March Issue: Friday, February 27, 2015
Advertising rates
Agricultural businesses or organizations serving Peterborough and area
may place an advertisement in this newsletter, at the following rates:
Business card: $25
Quarter page: $40
Glen Darling, Chair
Peterborough Cattlemen
705.760.9696
Half page: $75
Full page: $130
Julia Hoftyzer, Treasurer/
Mail Coordinator
705-696-3450
hoftyzerfj@nexicom.net
Ralph Cooke
Peterborough County
Federation of Agriculture
705-295-6568
cookefamily@nexicom.net
Frank Hoftyzer, Secretary
Peterborough County Soil & Crop
705-696-3450
hoftyzerfj@nexicom.net
All advertisements must be submitted by the posted deadline and meet
the Editor’s format requirements. Contact the Editor in advance for
further information.
Peterborough County Agri-notes
is a joint publication of the
organizations represented on the
Advisory Board.
Material submitted for this publication by the supporting organizations is
clearly labeled, and is believed to be accurate and factual. Actions taken
based on this information is solely the responsibility of the user. Questions
should be directed to the appropriate organization.
If you have received more than
one copy of this newsletter, please
share it with a friend.
The Advisory Board of the Peterborough County Agri-Notes approved a
new digital format of the publication. A PDF version can be found at
www.ruralpeterborough.com. If you have a website and would like to
add this electronic version, please contact one of the board members.
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
September 2014
page 1
Peterborough County Federation
Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture - Keeping In Touch
President’s Report
by Brian Haass
It's been quite a summer or lack thereof.
We hate to complain about to much moisture but
some hot dry weather would be a welcome sight
for sure. It has been challenging to say the least,
but as farmers, and stewards of the land, this is
something we are used to…unpredictable weather,
it’s amazing how adaptable we truly are!
The BBQ was a wonderful success fantastic
weather great crowd, great musical entertainment
by Stockdale Central. Lunch was awesome, thanks
to Hayden Taylor & company. Thanks to Rachel &
Ralph and team for organizing and making it a
great success.
I also want to extend appreciation to Dave &
Shelley Nelson and family our host for the BBQ,
you have a beautiful spot and were the most
gracious hosts.
Thanks also to our elected officials for making it
out, we appreciate your support of agriculture in
Peterborough County and will work closely with
you to make sure it is always top of mind moving
forward.
As we continue to celebrate our 75th
Anniversary, we have a Picture that we would
like ALL PCFA past and present members to
sign, it is currently at Lang Pioneer Village
Museum, please pop in during their business
hours 705.295.6694 ext 26 and ask for Karen to
make arrangements to sign. We will also have
it at our annual banquet. Our intention is that
this picture of our logo with matting signed by all
our directors will hang in the Agriculture Hall of
Fame.
We continue to work with the County of
Peterborough and Lang Pioneer Village
Museum to build a new Agricultural barn on the
site. This barn will display historical agricultural
artifacts of the 19th century rural Peterborough
and will be interpreted by staff. The goal is to
have this barn up and in operation by 2017
which is Canada’s sesquicentennial anniversary
and Lang’s 50th anniversary. This is the building
that will be home to our Agricultural Hall of
Fame.
** Annual Banquet **
Peterborough County
Agricultural
Wall of Fame
Date: Friday, November 21st
Nomination Process
Join us as we celebrate the 2014 Farm
Family of the Year and our 75th Anniversary.
Please save the date on your calendar!
Location: The Holiday Inn, Peterborough.
 Individuals or groups can submit
applications for nominees
 Applications should include a brief
description of achievements,
leadership role and contributions to
the agricultural industry
 Nominees must reside or have
resided in Peterborough County
 Nominees or their family must give
their consent prior to the nomination
 The nominator will be responsible for
a $100 fee to offset the cost of the
recognition, if a nominee is selected
 Recipients and nominators will be
notified by July 1st with induction
ceremony taking place at a later
date.
The purpose of the Peterborough
County Agriculture Wall of Fame is to
recognize those who have made an
outstanding contribution to the
agricultural industry.
For more information, please contact
Wayne Warner – 705.696.2354
Or
Getha Sherry – 705.745.9748
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
September 2014
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Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture - Keeping In Touch
2014 Farm Family of the Year in Peterborough County
We are excited to announce that The Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce is once again a
contributing partner in this acknowledgement of pride, sponsoring the Farm Family of the Year
Award in Peterborough County. This award recognizes a farm family that has demonstrated good
farming practices, an interest in the farming community, and interest and participation by the family
in its operation.
We are contacting organizations & individuals to submit a nomination of farm families whom you feel
would be worthy of consideration for this award. Self-nomination is an option too! A timeline and the
questionnaire are below for nominees to complete. Please note that where more than one family is
involved in the farming operation, the nomination should include all families. Please notify the
families of your nomination and direct them to
http://www.ofa.on.ca/about/county-federation-sites/peterborough.aspx
To download the questionnaire and submit to Karen (see mailing info below). Those families
completing the questionnaire will then be judged on the content they provide by a panel of three
individuals. The winner will be selected and announced at our Annual banquet.
Presentations to the winner will be made at the Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture’s
annual awards banquet in the fall, Friday, November 21, 2014.
Your submission of nominations & self-nominations should be forwarded by:
Wednesday, September 23rd to:
Karen Jopling
2484 Jopling Rd
Lakefield, ON
K0L 2H0
or
email
pcfagriculture@gmail.com
Timeline for Farm Family Program
Task
Date
Nominations & Self nominations and
questionnaire due to PCFA secretary
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Judges to review nominations
Mid October to early November
Announcement of Wining Farm Family
Friday, November 21, 2014 at Annual Banquet
at the Holiday Inn
The Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture and The Greater Peterborough Chamber of
Commerce appreciates the continued interest and support of your organization in this program.
Yours sincerely,
Paul
Steven
Paul Glenn & Steven Brackenridge, Directors
The Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture
&
The Peterborough Chamber of Commerce
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
September 2014
page 3
Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture - Keeping In Touch
2014 FARM FAMILY OF THE YEAR – PETERBOROUGH COUNTY
QUESTIONNAIRE
Name:________________________________
Phone #:_____________________
Address:________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Lot & Conncession (Main Farm Only) ________________ Township: ______________________
Total Acres Owned and Rented: ____________________
Approximate number of years of farming:_______________
Nature and extent of operation:
(beef, Dairy, Cash-Crop, etc.)
(Farm Production, BCA, rate of Grain, Bushels per acre)
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
Participation in farm organizations (4H, commodities, etc.):
___________________________________________________________________________
__________________ _________________________________________________________
__________________ _________________________________________________________
__________________ _________________________________________________________
Official/Executive positions in above organizations:
___________________________________________________________________________
__________________ _________________________________________________________
__________________ _________________________________________________________
Participation in local, municipal and/or county organizations:
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Successes/Awards received:
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
* Please submit this and any further documentation to pcfagriculture@gmail.com (or the address above)
PLEASE NOTE: The nominee(s) will be judged on the information contained within this
nomination. The Chamber staff or PCFA subcommittee will not request additional information to
support the nomination, but do reserve the right to contact the nominee to verify facts.
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
September 2014
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Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture - Keeping In Touch
Policy Advisory Committee
John Fallis
The most recent meeting of the PAC was held August 21st in Toronto.
Under the Issues Update portion of the meeting, the ongoing issues included: the Ontario Not-forProfit Corporations Act, the proposed Ontario Pension Plan, and Provincial support for Rural
Infrastructure. The Board has well defined goals and continues to work with the Provincial
Government toward workable solutions.
The algae bloom in Lake Erie that resulted in contaminated water intakes for cities was discussed.
This will put agricultural practices under closer scrutiny even though they are not the only source of
dissolved reactive phosphorous. Some background documents are:
A Balanced Diet for Lake Erie
Reducing Phosphorus Loadings and Harmful Algal Blooms at:
http://www.ijc.org/files/publications/2014%20IJC%20LEEP%20REPORT.pdf
CLEAN, NOT GREEN: Tackling Algal Blooms in the Great Lakes at:
http://environmentaldefence.ca/reports/clean-not-green-tackling-algal-blooms-in-great-lakes
The OFA has prepared a draft response however the final version has not been released.
An Ontario Court of Appeals decision has provided clarification about farm use of ATVs. For the OFA
Factsheet see:
http://www.ofa.on.ca/issues/fact-sheet/Farm-ATV-ORV-Use
If space allows, here is the hard copy:
Farm ATV/ORV Use (2014)
A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision has reaffirmed that ATVs are not self-propelled
implements of husbandry, even when used by a farmer for agricultural purposes.
Off-road vehicle (ORV) describes a range of vehicle configurations designed for off-road use,
including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), utility vehicles, off-road motorcycles, dune buggies and
amphibious vehicles.
By manufacturers’ agreement, an ATV is an off-road vehicle that;
o
o
o
o
has 4 wheels; where the tires are in direct contact with the ground,
is steered by handlebars,
has a seat designed to be straddled by the driver, and
is designed to carry the driver only; no passengers.
A John Deere Gator, Kawasaki Mule, Kubota RTV, etc. is a utility vehicle; not an ATV.
ATV/ORVuse is governed by the Off-Road Vehicles Act (ORVA) and section 191.8 of the Highway
Traffic Act (HTA). In general, ATVs and ORVs cannot be driven on a public road. The key exceptions
are found in section 2 of the ORVA;
 farmersdriving an off-road vehicle on the traveled portion of most roads for “agricultural
purposes”, and
 licensed trappers driving an off-road vehicle on the traveled portion of most roads for “trapping
purposes”.
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
September 2014
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Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture - Keeping In Touch
Policy Advisory Committee Con’t
by John Fallis
Farmers can drive their ATV/ORV on the road, for “agricultural purposes”. Farmers, operating
an ATV/ORV on the road, for agricultural purposes must ensure that all of the following
requirements are met;
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
the ATV/ORV is insured under an auto policy(see note below); the driver must carry proof of
insurance [ORVA, section 15],
the driver is licensed (minimum G2/M2); the driver must carry their Driver’s License [ORVA,
section 2],
the ATV/ORV is registered, i.e. it has an ORV plate [ORVA, section 3],
the driver must wear an approved helmet [ORVA, section 19], and
a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign must be on the rear of the vehicle, or on the rear of any
towed implement or trailer [ORVA, section 2].
NOTE: Insuring your ORV/ATV under an auto policy, as required by law, provides
automatic accident benefits.
Farmers with seasonal or full-time employees who operate an ATV/ORV in the course of their farm
duties, need to ensure they are in full compliance with all of the five Off-Road Vehicles Act
provisions noted above.
Section 191.8 of the HTA permits recreational ATV use only on listed provincial highways.
Municipalities can allow ATV use on their roads by by-law. Nevertheless, farmers can drive an
ATV/ORV on the road, for “agricultural purposes”, even if the road is not on the provincial list, or
included under a municipal by-law, provided that the 5 requirements noted above are followed.
Farm tractors, self-propelled implements of husbandry (e.g. combines, self-propelled sprayers), golf
carts, off-road motorcycles, road building machines and amphibious vehicles with 6 or more wheels
are not off-road vehicles.
For further information, contact your local OFA Member Service Representative or OFA’s
Guelph office. Issued July 2014
Our guest speaker was the Vice Chair of the Rural Ontario Municipalities Association, Chris White.
He spoke of common goals for ROMA and the OFA and the importance of working together.
Infrastructure, particularly as it relates to the expansion of natural gas into rural municipalities, was
one focus.
Working with organizations such as ROMA with similar interests should be a great benefit to us.
The afternoon session focussed on:
1) The 2014 Municipal Election Kit. It provides suggestions on topics for discussion with candidates
to explain what is important to the agricultural community in our area. To obtain your copy go to the
OFA Members’ Page.
2) The Cost of Community Services case study completed for Bayham, Ontario. This document
should stimulate discussion about strategies for negotiating what services should be provided from
property taxes in rural communities vs. from HST or Income Tax. It provides information on the
impacts of various types of development. I hope that the author, Ben Le Fort, can deliver a
presentation in Peterborough County.
3) A short presentation updating the Committee on the new Cabinet Ministers and Critics.
It was a very informative meeting. For more information, contact: Chair, Brian Haas; Policy Advisory
Councillor, John Fallis; Secretary, Karen Jopling; any Peterborough County Board member or
Service Representative, Brian Hancock. brian.hancock@ofa.on.ca
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
September 2014
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Peterborough County Cattlemen’s Association
President’s Report
by Garnet Toms
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Walsh Family for hosting our 33rd annual BBQ. I would also
like to thank all our sponsors and all the volunteers that made this day such a success. We are proud of all the
4-H participants who showed their animals at the BBQ.
Peterborough County Cattlemen's entered a float in the Canada Day Parade and we were proud to take The
Best Salute to Canada Award Plaque. A special thanks to the VanTol family for putting the cow and calf on the
float and all those who participated in the Canada Day Parade.
4-H Beef Club Report
by Dave Cavanagh
It has been a busy summer for Beef members in the Peterborough Area. Northfest which is our local fitting
and showmanship clinic was held again this year on July 25th at Lakefield Fair. Thank you to the Cattlemen
for your continued support. The Peterborough Ex had 47 4H youth compete this year. That is a great
turnout, not just from our youth but several neighboring counties as well. Beef Sense was held at Trent
University for youth from across the province and thanks to several of our County Cattlemen, some very
enlightening farm tours were provided. Our County Achievement Day was held on August 18th at the
Norwood Fairgrounds and you can see our “Parade of Champions” on our Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Again this year we will be providing Bursary opportunities to local 4-H members heading off to further their
education. Please contact either Laura Robson or Dave Cavanagh for details and an application form.
The deadline is September 30th.
Your 4-H Beef Clubs and Leaders
Ennismore Beef
Dave or Fran Cavanagh 705-740-5212
Danielle Sullivan705-872-2173
Peterborough North Beef
Cindy Leahy 705-657-1976
Peterborough South Beef
Juanita Elmhirst 705-295-2708
Peter Doris 705-295-2755
Advisory Council Report
by Garnet Toms
Our summer council meeting was held in New Liskeard On. We had an update on Government Relations,
check-off increase could take place as early as this fall, cow herd expansion was discussed, county issues were
tabled and I suggested that BFO needs to do research on why we have so few cow/calf producers in risk
management.
After the meetings we toured the New Liskeard Ag Research Station which I found quite interesting.
Social Media Report
By Dave Cavanagh
Peterborough Cattlemen are now very active in both the Facebook and Twitter worlds. You can
follow us on Facebook at “Peterborough County Cattlemen’s Association” and on Twitter at
Peterboro Cattlemen @PtboCattlemen. We are trying to promote a variety of articles, local
interest topics, and businesses that promote local beef. These are 2 great places to keep up to
date on the current happenings in the local beef industry. Follow us on both and you can grow
with us as we attempt to promote local beef.
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
September 2014
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Peterborough County Cattlemen’s Association
Stocker Sales
by Wayne Telford
October 1 -Yearlings and Calves (vaccinated cattle only)
November 5 – Guaranteed Certified Vaccinated Calf Sale (see requirements below) and video sale.
Any questions please contact Wayne Telford.
November 19 – Calf and Yearling Sale (vaccinated only)
Peterborough – Victoria County Cattleman’s Annual All Vaccinated Fall Calf Sale
Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 at 11:00 am at the Kawartha Lakes Community Sale Barn
(Woodville)
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO BUYERS AND SELLERS – SALE REQUIREMENTS
Consigning – to Wayne Telford, David Fell or any other sale committee member by October 1st,
applications forms may be picked up at the Woodville Sale Barn on Wednesday, October 3rd (Yearling
Sale). Calves will not be accepted without completed application form, proof of vaccine purchase,
signed info-link cards, and a CCIA bar coded ear tag and all calves must meet the following:
Entry Requirements:
 Castration – All male entries must be castrated by October 1st, 2014 and properly healed by
sale date. After September 1st, 2014 only surgical or knife to remove the testicle is eligible. It is
strongly suggested that producers adopt the practice of castrating calves before three months
of age. Please check all steers while processing in the fall.
 Dehorned – It is preferred that all calves be properly dehorned by no later than October 1st,
2014 and properly healed by sale date. It is strongly recommended that calves be dehorned at
birth or shortly thereafter by method of paste or electric dehorners. Any animals not properly
dehorned will be sent home or sold at the end of the sale.
 Vaccinations – Killed Vaccination: all calves must be vaccinated in the neck area by
September 30th, 2014 and have their booster shot no later than October 14, 2014 with a 4-way
vaccine (IBR, P13, BVD, BRSV) plus HS. It is very important that when using a killed vaccine,
the booster shot be given 2-4 weeks after the 1st shot. Consult your herd veterinarian for
proper vaccination schedule:
 Live Vaccination: all calves must be vaccinated in the neck area by October 14th, 2014 with
one shot of a live 4-way vaccine plus a shot of HS.
 Other Vaccinations: a Pasteur Ella Haemolytica vaccine (e.g. Presponse or One-shot)
must also be given to all calves, done with killed or live vaccine.
In summary, 3 injections have to be given to calves done with live vaccine (Two if using Pyramid 5
and Presponse and HS). A photocopy of receipt of vaccine purchase is required along with signed
info-link cards (one info-link card per lot).
 Ear Tags – All sale entries must be tagged with CCIA radio frequency identification (RFID
tags) before arrival at the sale barn. Tags will serve to promote quality calves and also as a
trace-back mechanism. The complete digit barcode number must be recorded on the
consignment form-lowest to highest.
 Minimum Consignment Number – The minimum entry number is three (3). To improve flow
of sale only 1 single per 10 head (buyer’s request).
 900 Head – Up to 900 head only will be accepted. Consign your calves early by contacting
any sale committee members.
 Commission - $15.00 plus $2.00 yardage
 No Dealer Cattle will be accepted.
SALE COMMITTEE
Peterborough:
Wayne Telford 292-9531
Mike Sullivan 652-6009
Paul Murray 292-7478
Jack Holland 742-6831
Laura Robson 932-3216
Glen Darling 760-9696
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
Victoria:
Dave Fell 887-5670
Terry Lauden 374-4848
September 2014
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Peterborough County Cattlemen’s Association
Special Events
by Mike Telford
I would like to give out a BIG THANK YOU to all of our sponsors who donated to our 33rd
annual BBQ. With all your generous donations we were able to raise over $8000.00 from our
successful and generous bidders. All proceeds are being donated to Team 55 “Lets Tackle
Suicide Awareness” and Otonabee South Monaghan Firefighters equipment fund.
So a special thanks to the following sponsors:
Wine Collection
Lakefield Foodland
Chemong Home Hardware
Chemong Bulk Foods
Trinkets & Treasures
Leahy Electrical Services
Canadian Tire Chemong Rd
Callaghan Farm Supply
Todd Equipment
Alf Curtis Home Improvements
Kal Tire
Starfra Feed Services
Lakefield Rental
Sullivan’s General Store
Rickart’s
Darling Insurance
Winslow Gerolamy
Paul Sweeting Trucking
Davids Tea
Longley Harley Davidson
Marks Finer Diner
Cycle Salvage
Mr. Lube
Peter Edwards
K-Mag
Lakefield IDA Pharmacy
Total Sports Wear
Angevare Mazda
Saugeen Shafts
McLeods Eco Water
Porch & Pint
Marty Moos
Smokey Joes
Dairy Queen
Robson Acres
Kawartha Vet Services
E.G. Gray Transportation
Peterborough Lakers
Kevin Barker Auctions
Arnott Farm Equipment
Kawartha Battery
Ennismore Foodland
CAA
Wildfire Golf Course
Brittany & Bros
Wild Wing & White House
Thirsty Loon
Forage Specialties – Grant Bennett
Quarry Golf Club
Glenn Windrem Trucking
Bob Mark New Holland
Ernest Boyles & Sons
Three Roads Farms Ltd.
Dieter & Darcy No Frills
Hub International
Bowles Valu-Mart
Gateway
Water World
Jesse’s Tap & Grill
Carousel Restaurant
KLC Community Sales Barn
Molsons
Mark McCabe Tractor Sales
Green Tractor Omemee
Campbellford Bob Mark New Holland
Darren Rogers
Todd Equipment
Sunderland Co-op/Gallagher
Independent Grocer
Pet Supply Warehouse
Kawartha Lakes Agri Services
Canadian Tire – Lansdowne
Sterling Pools
Apple Auto Glass
Action Car/Truck Accessories
Lakefield Auto Parts
Andy Calder Excavating
Chemong Bulk Foods
Flowers By Kay
Basket Express
Ennismore Pharmacy Remedy’s RX
Shoppers Drug Mart –Lansdowne
Peterborough Farm & Industrial
Service
Bridgenorth Guardian Pharmacy
Hemming Lawn & Garden
Kawartha TV & Stereo
Pickseed – Don Burgomaster
Don Young - CDR
Fine Details
Holiday Inn
Parkway car care
Bridgenorth Sports & Marine
Nelson Western Wear
Avon Lady
McClosky
Cavan Agri Services
Bridgenorth Home Hardware
Lansdowne Sobeys
Peterborough Vets
Laurelle’s
Bercs Steak House
Del Mastro Auto Spa
Rova’s
Garden Style
Upper Canada Fuels
Baxter Creek
Fandango
Robert Young Construction
Trailer Plus
Carolyn Cisco Pottery
R & J Machine
BW Forest
Douro Knights of Columbus
Paul Mac’s Pets
Brookdale IDA
McKnights
Pickseed
Barb Jinkerson
Tragically Hip Designs
Peterborough Battery
Morton Seed Sales
MC Hydraulic
Grand Valley Fortifiers
Rexall Pharmacy Chemong
Salon Sorella
Whelan’s Flooring
Lakefield Stuff Store
The Chocolate Rabbit
Black Diamond Golf Course
Napa Auto Parts
Bellemere Winds Golf Course
Village Inn
Kings Welding Supply
I am already looking forward to next year’s BBQ. Anyone interested in hosting 2015 BBQ please
contact me. Thanks to everyone once again!
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
September 2014
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Peterborough-Victoria County Cattlemen’s Association
CONSIGNMENT FORM
Peterborough – Victoria Cattlemen’s Annual Certified Vaccinated Fall Calf Sale Wednesday
November 5th, 2014 at 11:00 am at the Kawartha Lakes Community Sale Barn(Woodville)
Name: _________________________
Phone: ______________________
Address: ______________________________________________________
Postal Code: ____________________
Trucker: ______________________
CONSIGNMENT
Breed or
# of Steers # of
Approx. Weight
Description
Heifers
CATTLE INFORMATION
Tag #’s ______________
Age Verified Yes / No
Is your cow herd on a vaccinated program?
Yes / No
Number of years on a vaccinated program: __________
Vaccine Type: Killed / Live
Dehorning Date:
Method of Dehorning:
Castration Date:
Method of Castration:
Vaccination:
Product Name: (Attach invoice or photocopy)
Date of 1st Injection:
Date of 2nd Injection:
Other Vaccinations:( i.e. Blackleg or Presponse) Date:
Other Treatments: (i.e. Parasite Control)
Date:
Grain:
Hay:
Weaning Date (if calves):
Other Comments:
I understand that my consignment meets the rules and regulations of this sale. If one or more of my animals
fail to meet those requirements as discovered after delivery to the sale barn, I further understand that the
sale committee has the right to reject my entire consignment from selling in the sale. If it is discovered after
my animals are sold that they prove to be not castrated (as verified by a third party veterinarian), I will pay
the cost of having a veterinarian properly castrate the animal(s). We as a committee know longer guarantee
dehorning.
____________________________________
Signature of Owner of Consignment
______________________
Date
Please send the following with cattle to the sale:
1. Completed Form
2. Copy of Vaccination Invoice
3. Signed info-link cards
NOTE: Cattle will not be sold without completed paperwork.
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
September 2014
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Peterborough County Cattlemen’s Association
Peterborough County Soil and Crop Association Report
Peterborough County Soil & Crop
by Jim Buck
More than twenty five 4-H field crop members
and several soil and crop members enjoyed a
very educational and quite interesting bus tour
on Wednesday August 13. The host farms
gave us a tour of their operations and were
very impressed by the interest shown by
everyone on the tour. The majority of the group
got a first-hand look at Kale and were treated
with chips and given a plant to take home.
During our lunch break at Laver Farms we
were treated to fresh corn on the cob. Bus
tours such as this gives everyone an
opportunity to see various crops and the trials
and benefits associated with different farming
operations.
The results of the Forage Master’s Competition
are unknown at press time. Director Derrick
Weiher who organized the competition expects
the results soon in a very close competition.
For more information on this give Derrick
(1-613-242-7270) a call.
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
Following this year’s abundant supply of hay
and such a shortage of straw this could be a
good year to plant fall wheat. A good burn
down of round-up to eliminate the previous
crop and any weed problem is very essential
before planting.
After a cool and rainy August all corn and
soybean growers are wishing for a warm and
dry September to mature the crops.
For those farmers who did not participate in the
East Central H-3 project (soil sampling and
testing) this fall is an excellent time to take
samples for next year’s cropping season.
Good luck during the remaining harvest season
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Peterborough County Stewardship Council
“Helping people manage their land and natural resources wisely…for current
and future generations”
2014 Funding Available Now!
If you have an on-farm project in mind for this fall, now is the time to call the Kawartha Farm Stewardship
Collaborative. Funding must be used this year, and may be increased by funding available through the
local Stewardship Council. Commonly funded projects include:
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Fencing livestock out of water and woodlots
Alternate watering systems e.g. solar
Well upgrades
Stream crossings
Plantings e.g. shelterbelts, pollinator habitat
Wetland restorations
Call Jay Adam 705-743-7671 or email jay@farmsatwork.ca
Pollinator Day in Peterborough County
When: Saturday November 1, 2014 | 9:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Douro Community Centre | 2893 Hwy 28, Peterborough, ON
Cost: $30 (Includes lunch, a copy of A Landowner’s Guide to Conserving
Native Pollinators in Ontario, and a nest for cavity-dwelling bees)
Come celebrate the wonderful world of native bees!
Thanks to the generous support of the Peterborough Foundation, Farms at Work is pleased to
present a day-long workshop on pollination and beneficial insects in Peterborough County!
On Saturday November 1, 2014, pollination biologist Susan Chan, will present a full day
workshop designed for farmers, landowners and concerned citizens. Susan will outline the
fundamentals of pollination, as well as habitat requirements for pollinators and beneficial insects.
Case studies will be presented, and strategies for mitigating threats to pollinators will be
proposed.
Susan has been invited to give presentations to thousands of people across Ontario, and her
extensive research is inspiring farmers and landowners to implement pollinator conservation
plans on their own properties.
Participants will each receive a copy of Farms at Work’s A Landowner’s Guide to Conserving
Native Pollinators in Ontario, and will build a nest for cavity-dwelling bees to take home for use
on their own properties.
There will also be ample time to interact with exhibitors, stewardship organizations and
businesses that provide pollinator-friendly plant material and services to landowners. If you are
interested in becoming an exhibitor, please let us know!
Spots will fill up quickly for this exciting workshop, so make sure to get your tickets early! To
reserve your seat online, go to: www.pollinatordayptbo.eventbrite.ca. For more information,
contact: jay@farmsatwork.ca | (705) 743-7671.
To contact the Council: contact Chairman Chris Lincoln 705-778-7393
chris@feckitfarm.ca
Visit Peterborough County Stewardship Council`s New Website:
www.peterboroughcountystewardship.org
Peterborough County Agri-Notes
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