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"Fair trade, not free trade, is an acceptable, achievable objective," Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) presi- dent Harry Pelissero said May 22 at a con- ference on "Canadian Agriculture in the Global Context," at the Univer- sity of Waterloo. "In an imperfect world, protectionist measures are a necessary evil,' Pelissero told the au- dience of about 80 people. "Free trade would be a 4 losing strategy for the h agri-food sector." He pointed out that the agri-food sector is second to forestry in terms of contribution to net trade. Cl bo In the recession in 1981-82, agri-food was the only sector to increase trade continuously, Pelissero said. "The agri-food sector is our strength. Recent performance gives us cause for confidence. The strength and perfor- mance of the sector have been accomplished through risk taking, pro- duction efficiency, and technical innovation. "I am troubled by the suggestion that we throw away the rule book that has governed that trade development," Pelissero said. He cited several ex- amples of how this has been done recently. The MORTGAGE | INSURANCE DJ TAYLOR 3 INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. 170 Water Street North, Port Perry - 985-8416 Also see us about your 3 Home, Life, Farm, Auto it and Commercial Insurance ! needs! Canadian government has 'backed down' and quadrupled the amount of beef from the Euro- pean Economic com- munity allowed into Canada, Pelissero said. He discussed the duty on Canadian pork and the American ban on sugar With some trucks, a dozer and about 6000 tons of fill, the left and centre fields of the north diamond are being extended some 50 feet out into Lake Scugog. Local fastball associations have been urging this project for several years as the left field fence is just too short and and items with traces of sugar. "1 might be less con cerned if it were a case of those without sin having the right to throw the first stone. However, several recent reports suggest that the US. farmer enjoys twice the PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, May 28, 1985 -- 23 OFA president seeks fair trade for farmers level of government sup- there." port compared to his Canadian counterpart," he said. "Free trade has been compared to heaven," Pelissero said, "Everyone thinks it's a nice place to be, but no one wants to die to get 3 Ls 18 Filling in at left field a lot of baseballs wére winding up in the drink. The fill He said the Reagan ad- ministration's actions in trade law enforcement contradict the presi- dent's statement about and the need for more open trade. Pelissero quoted a business paper, which showed that between 1980 and 1983, Japan launched one counter- vailing duty action. The European Economic Community started six, Canada and Australia eight each. In the same period, the United States filed 123 actions. comes from road excavation on Perry Street and the work is being done by the Township. Superintendent Ronn MacDonald says that once all the fill has been plac- ed, the outer shore will be dredged and the new area seeded, probably some time next summer. ore 19 ond 4 Bhniversar : GLE BRATIO excellent values for you to enjoy "fAVING We are celebrating our "3rd ANNIVERSARY" in Port Perry and to show our appreciation to our valued customers and new customers we are offering many MAY 29th through JUNE 8, 1985 2 now is the time'to buy Classic ; Eneegement Rings Fashion Rings Ladies & Gents 20 off Fr My Royal Albert or Paragon China .... 2 pc. sets plus 2 FREE Zwiesel stemware with 20 pc. set or 6 FREE with BARA of two 20-pc. sets. PI For the duration of this sale . us. 20-PC. SET OF ROYAL ALBERT OR PARAGON CHINA. Come in and see our fine selection of beautiiul patterns. . A CHANCE TO WIN ONE 0 % OFF COLLECTOR PLATES AND LITHOGRAPHS noes INOW 10% Off PLUS! Enter our contest for a chance to win a Collector Plate when you purchase one. GOLD CHAINS 25% Off Royal Doulton HUMMEL FIGURINES 30% also Royal Doulton Dolls All Stock 20% Off except sale items THURS., MAY 30th & FRI, MAY 31st ONLY! Complete Stock WATCHES JF4 & Pocket Watches 4 7h The ideal gift for your graduates or for Father's Day' 25% off FREE! 10 K GOLD BUTTERFLY with all purchases of $25.00 or more. Pentland Jewellers 174 Queen St., Port Perry LS | >. 985-7641