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Oron Wekly ime, Wenesay, oveber 11. 1998 - 13 ONTARIO FARM NEWS- ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIR Experience the tradition of excellence at thls year's Royal Agricutural Wlnter Fair being held at the new National Trade Centre, Exhibition Place ti Toronto till November l4th. The Royal is dedicated ta promoting excellence in world class agrculture, horti- culture and equestrian events. The Royal features over 3500 head of cattle, 1000 horses, 1600 birds, 500 sheep, 300 goats and 300 pigs, not ta mention field crops, giant vegetables and many more agricultural prod- ucts, educational exhibits and feature attractions. Having successfully celebrat- ed its 75th anniversary last year, the Fair continues ta add new and exciting fea- tures. The excitement of the 1998 Royal includes the returri of many favourite- attractions, appealing ta fam- ilies, international visitors, garden -enthusiasts. dog loyers, agriculturalists and equestrians. Highlights' include the Royal Horse Show. You will flnd "It's Really Down ta Earth. I Royal1 Agricultural Winter Fair hours -are 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. dafly, and 9:00 a.m. ta 8:00 p.m. Sunday. General admission tickets are $12 for aduits (16 and over). $8 for youth (5 ta 15), $8 for seniors (65 and Over), and children under 4 are free. Horse show tickets are $29.50 (includes general admission) and are available at all Ticket Master outlets. For more information caîl (416) 435-1939 or visit the Royal website at www.roy- alfair.org. DID YOU GET PAID FOR THE VARIETY TIIAT YOU PLANTED IN 1998? by Bob Hamilton, Soil & Crop Advisor, OMAFRA As the corn harvest is fin- ishlng, some of the farmners are comparing the use of the "new released Bt varieties"' to their other choices. Jim Coffey from Pioneer sent me some data on comparing the new Bt variely ta the isoline (parent line before the Bt gene was lnserted). These two vari- eties are almost identical except for the addition of the Bt gene in one of them. Two popular varieties grown in this area show the Bt gene did deliver more yield by protecting the corn plant from the European Corn Borr (ECB)."A yield increase of il ta 12 bushels/ac in each Bt variety over its isoline is shown from many test plots that have been harvested in October. The extra price for the seed was more than paid for in 1998 with more bushels in the bin at harvest. This may be one topic you may wish ta talk ta your local feed supplier about as you begin ta plan for your 1999 crops. SMALL BUSINESS THE STRENGTH 0F THE LOCAL ECONOMY Kathy Simpson, Rural Community Advisor, OMAFRA For years many municipal- ities spent a great deal of time trying ta persuade outside companues ta base their man- ufacturîng, facilities and plants within their commun- ty. TI-is was the "smoke stack chasing philos ophy of the 1950s and 60s. Communities believed that manufacturing plants would create jobs for the locals, be a contînued source of tax revenue for municipalities and generate and circulate dollars within the local communîty. Today we know that depending solely on big busi- ness for jobs and revenue as a method of economic devel- opment is not the answer. A more diversifîed tax base is needed. In addition develop- ment within the local com- munity produces more cost- effective results than from attracting industry from out- side. Small businesses are becoming the backbone for local economie development. Here are some facts on small business: .1 1* Ninety seven per cent of all business in Canada is small (sales under $2 million, less than 10 employees). * Small business accounts f'or 80% of employrnent or cre- ation of new jobs. ,, - The service sector is the fastest growing industiy (72% of that industry is small bu si- ness). a Service industries are more stable than manufac- turing and less likely to be affected by fluctuations in the economy. a Small business accounts for 80% of innovation - big businesses tend to ýbe more cautious and reluctant, to change. The most effective way to create jobs, innovation and diversification is to encourage small' businesses to develop and grow within communi- ties. Whatare you as a con- sumer, member of an organi- zation or a local taxpayer doing to support the new or longtime small businesses in your area? TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1998 7:30 p.m. Clarington Older Aduit Association Sponsors the Smile Theatre presentaion: AT THE HOSTESS, a musical based on the story of The Hostess restaurant opposite the CNE grandstand during the late '30à and early '40s. Tom Baignie and his wife Gladys cooked for, fed and laughed with stars such as Olsen & Johnson,' the Hellzapoppîn' cast, Hollywood big shots and others. Clarington Beech Centre, 26 Beech Avenue, Bowmanville. Tickets $8.00 each in advance or at the door. Phone: 905-697-2856. Nov. 11, 18 ac stuent inPeterboroughi, Northumberland and Clarington Counties. Currently we are inviting applications for regular and occasional teaching positions for the remainder of the 1998/99 sehool year. Applications from teachers qualified in ail subject areas, currently "in good standing" with the Ontario Coilege of Teachers, including, foroccasional positions, recently retired individuals, will be welcome. Applications must be received by 2 7 November 1998. Only applications submitted in response ta this advertisement and received on or before the closing date will be considered. A Police Records Check will be required of ail individuals hired by KPRDSB as a condition of employmnent. Please submit a covering letter stating your specific formai qualifications (including FSL qualifications), and resume with proof of qualifications and current Ontario College of Teachers membership, practice teaching reports, references, and any other relevant information ta: KAWARTHA PiNE RIDGE DISTRICT SCHOOI. BOARD J. Annstrong Chairperson of the Boa Human Resources Department Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board P.O. Box 470, 834 D'Arcy Street North Cobourg, Ontario K9A 4L2 Fax No. (905) 372-1133 R. (Dick) T. Malowney, ard Director of Education TheKawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all who apply, but advise that only applicanîs ta be interviewed will be contacted. Personal informnation is collected under the EdI aiesaQ&l S.171 (3), cE.2, and will be used for employment purposes only. Class3ifiecl3 (continued from page 14) SAT., NOVEMBER l4th 10:00 a.m. Selling the tractors, machinery, equipment and shop tools of Gord and Diane Langstaff, R. R. 2 Campbellcroft, on location at 7636 Hwy. 28, 1 mile south of Bewdley or S miles north of Portý Hope: Leyland 245 diesel tractor w/ezee on loader, bucket, fork and spear (P.S. 2750 hrs. new rubber), JD 1010 gas 4 cyl, tractor w/mid frame cultivators and hillers (good rubber), cultivator (3 pth), 2 furrow plow (3 pth), disc (3 pth), 5 ft. rear blade (3 pth), 3* section harrows, 1977 Chev. hoist dump (350 8 cyl.), 1976 Jeep platformn truck (4 x 4), 16 ft. single axle tilt car trailer, Simplicity 10 hp. riding mower (hydraulic lift), 4 cyl. gas buzz saw (on rubbcr), 10 ft. conveyor unit, old Johnson 10 hp. outboard. old Evinrude 10 hp. outboard, 6 chaîn saws, 295 electrie welder, power tools, airtools, Carolina cutoff saw, (vertical/ horizontal), Carolina 50 ton press, Campbell Hausfield portable compressor, Amrox 12 speed drill press, set acet/oxy torches, 1 ton chain hoist, came along, hydraulic jaicks, hand' tire changer, qty. of shop and hand tools, vises, air greaser, lubricant unit qty. of chains, hardware, materials, 16.5 truck tires, qty.. red oak firewood, etc. etc. Property Sold Owners Moving TERMS:' Cash, Appr., Cheque (drivers license), Interac, 2% Buyers Premnium on Visa, M/C. 1AUCTIONEER FRANK G. 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