THE RURAL WORLD
FARM AND STATION NEWS
By RUSTICUS.
hem* of Interest to those engaged in agricultural and pastoral pursuit*, with a view to their publication in these columns, will be welcomed. They should be addressed to Rusticus, Otago Daily Times, Dunedin.
OTAGO SHEEP DOG ASSOCIATION TRIAL DATES FOR 1938 - Sheep dog trials under the auspices of the Otago Provincial Sheep Dog Association, together with Otago, Can. terbury, and South Island championships fixtures have been arranged as follows: Tokarahi.—May 30, 31, June 1. Palmerston.—June 2,3, 4. Ngapara.—June 6,7, 8. waimate (Canterbury championships l —June 13, 14, 15. Kurlwao (Otago championships) .- June 16, 17. 18. Warepa (South Island championships) —June 20, 21, 22, 23, 24. 25. Tuapeka.—June 27, 28, 29. WINTER SHOWS LIST OF DATES Winter Show dates fixed for the various centres to date are as follows: June 3-9.—Dunedin. June 14-18.—Palmerston North. July 2-9.—Timaru.
NEWS FROM CLUBS
The Waikouaiti Club held its annual meeting on Friday last. Through lack of members, the club has not had as successful a year as 'Some others. During the meeting there was considerable discussion regarding the advisability of the club'continuing activities. It was eventually decided that officers for the ensuing year be elected, but that the next meeting of the club be postponed indefinitely or until such time as an increase in membership warranted holding further meetings. The following officers were elected: —Club president, Mr W. Graham; chairman, Mr J. Preston, jun.; secretary, Mr S. Hickler. * * ■ There was a full attendance of members at the last meeting of the Wai-taki-Hilderthorpe Club on May 11. A lecture was delivered by Mr J. Chapman on “ The Destruction of Couch.” ¥ ¥ ¥ On May 17 Mr Widowson, of Wright, Stephenson, and Co.,’ Oamaru, gave an enjoyable talk on his trip to Australia with the returned soldiers to the Five Forks Club. ¥ ¥ ¥ At the last meeting of the Roxburgh Club on May 9 it was decided to leave arrangements for the entertaining of the visiting Bay of Plenty young farmers to the Executive Committee, Mr R. Kinnaird gave a very' interesting talk on his tour of the Continent of Europe. "_l' r „ The Clinton Club met on May 17 with a full attendance of members. It was- decided to ask Mr A. F. Greenall, of the Department of Agriculture, to address the next meeting. It was decided to hold a concert and dance in the Wairuna Hall on a date to be fixed. An interesting lecture was delivered by Mr Nicolson, manager of the South Otago Freezing Company, on his recent tour abroad. The lecture was illustrated with a film. On May 18 the Upper Waitaki Club met. -There was a good attendance of members to hear Mr T. Trip lecture on “ Modern Mechanics of Sheep Yards and Sheep Yard and Fence Construction.” ¥ ¥ ¥ The Papakaio Club met on May 3, when the chairman was appointed a delegate to the District Committee meeting. Mr Simpson gave a very helpful lecture on “Farm Finance.” * * * Mr J. B. Chapman gave a very interesting lecture to the Waitaki-Hil-derthorpe Club on May 25 on “Farm Shelter.” ¥ ¥ ¥ Messrs B 1 A. Johnson and R. Wilkinson were elected to represent the Enfield Club at executive meetings when the club met on May 2. It was decided that the' subject fox the debate with the Toe H team would be “Are. Farmers in Waiareka Valley Wise in Pressing for Irrigation? ” All seeds common to this district are to be studied by club members. Five members gave papers on “Is Irrigation Feasible in this District? ” Each member spoke for three minutes on “The Kind of Farm I Would Like.” There was a full attendance of members. ¥ ¥ ¥ There was a good attendance of members at the last meeting of the West Taieri Club on May 11. The following lecturers were suggested:— Mr S. H. Saxby, Mr C. V Dayus, Mr Fougere, and another lecturer from the Agriculture Department. On the invitation of the Women’s Division, whom the members then joined, the Rev. Hugh Graham, of Mosgiel, lectured on a most attractive subject, and one near to the hearts of the Taieri members—viz., “ Scottish Literature and Vernacular.” This was a welcome change from the usual subjects discussed—diseases, manures, and “ bugs.”
On May 10 the Upper Clutha Club met at the residence of Mr J. S. Hunt. There was only one member absent, Mr J. S. Hunt gave a lecture on “ Paddock Sheep Farming and What I Have Learnt Since I Started."
At the Arrowtown Club’s meeting on May 17, Messrs H. Perriam and R. Scott reported on the District Committee meeting held at Alexandra the same day. It was decided to hold the annual dances alternately at Shotover and Arrowtown. this year’s to be at Shotover, on June 14. Messrs Scott, Perriam, and Beaton spoke on their recent trip to Canterbury, and Mr G. G. Calder, of the Department bf Agriculture, spoke on the District Council meeting,
At the Alexandra Club’s meeting on Mav 6 there was a discussion on certain remits and on the entertaining of the visiting Bav of Plenty members, arriving on June 13. Impromptu speeches then followed-
The Papakaio Young Farmers’ Club held its annual meeting on April 5, 1938. The following pfflce-bearers were elected: —President. Mr D. M. Borrie: chairman, Mr ,J. Paton; treasurer. Mr A. Hall: secretary. Mr L. D.
Gray (Papakaio); press correspondent, Mr C. Hurst; auditor, Mr J. Mayfield. Ten members were in attendance
The annual meeting of the Enfield Young Farmers’ Club was held on April 11, 1938. The following officebearers were 'elected: —President, Mr D. J. Manson; chairman, Mr B. A, Johnston; secretary, Mr C. A. Martin (Enfield); Club Committee—Messrs D, J. Manson, C. A. Martin, J. C. Gibson, C. A. Johnston, A. Anderson, T. C. Martin. Twenty-four members were in attendance. * # *
The -Upper Waitaki Young Farmers’ Club held its annual meeting on May 9, 1938. The following office-bearers were elected:—President, not yet appointed: chairman. Mr C, W. R. Cleave: treasurer, Mr T. McGoun; secretary. Mr J. H. McCaw. There were 18 members in attendance. v * *
The annual meeting of the Tokarahi Young Farmers’ Club was held on April 11. 1938. The following officebears were elected: —President, Mr James Simpson; chairman, Mr G. Hore; treasurer, Mr Milmine; secretary, Mr K. Cook; committee —Messrs G. Hore, K Cook. A, Milmine, W. Scott, K. Grant, C. Adams, T. McLean. Eleven members were in attendance.
The annual meeting of the Hampden Young Farmers’ Club was held on May 5, 1938, The following officebearers were elected: —Chairman, Mr D. J. Ross; advisory members —Messrs P. Malthus. E. Congalton, and W. Gillies; chairman, 'Mr ,H. Wilde; treasurer, Mr W. Nicolson; secretary, Mr R. Dowthwaite.
The annual meeting of the Five Forks Young Farmers’ Club was held on April 5, 1938, and of a total membership of 20, there were present 15 members. The following officers were elected:—President, Mr M. Austin: secretary, Mr W. J. Kingan.
The Upper Manuherlkia Young Farmers’ Club held a successful ball in Lauder Hall on May 20. The hall was decorated with branches of fir trees in the form of the Prince of Wales feathers. Two snow tussocks with Soy Toy growing out of it appeared on either side of the stage, with YJ'.C. in oats sheaf hanging from the roof above the stage, also at the back of the hall. Songs by B. Kane and I. Hamilton were much appreciated by the audience. The “lucky spot" waltz was won by Mr J. Moran and Miss P. Pitches. The chairman (Mr John C, Wilson), on behalf of the club welcomed the guests and gave an outline of the club’s work. He also expressed the club’s appreciation to the junior homemakers for their help in the supper room. He expressed his pleasure at having among them Mr G. G. Calder, the District Committee’s secretary, Who also spoke on the aims and objects of the clubs in general. ¥ ¥ ¥
The Upper Manuherikia Younf Farmers’ Club held a well-attended meeting on May 9 in the supper room of Lauder Hall. Mr John C. Wilson in the chair. Keen interest was shown in the impromptu speeches on a wide range of topics of farming interest.
The Wool Market With the absence of the Impetus to Continental buying caused by the cessation of the downward movement in the value of the French franc, more or less speculative purchasing promoted by that cause has ceased (says the Sydney Morning Herald). In early January the franc was quoted at approximately 147 to the English £ , early March 153, May. 178, and latterly 177. Over the period mentioned, the sheep’s staple was bought as an investment preferable to having funds in French currency. The recent absence of the currency Influence has resulted in a decline of about Id in the Continental futures top market, but merino tops in Bradford have been unchanged. The wool situation, therefore, is somewhat less favourable from the selling standpoint, but stability in currency in France should ultimately prove of advantage to the general trading position. In addition, the decreased clip which will be shorn in Australia during the coming season, should give strength to the raw material situation, particularly in respect to well-grown lines. ■
South African Clip Droughty conditions over a large part of South Africa will prevent any appreciable increase in the African clip, which would have offset the reduced production in Australia next season. The Western Transvaal and the Orange Free State have experienced the lack of rainfall. South African wool production has suffered a marked decrease since 1932-33,when production was 330,000.0001 b. The 193435 total was 222,000,0001 b; 1936-37. 272,000,0001 b, and the current season’s total is estimated to be 230,000,0001 b Better Bradford Turnover Returns covering the turnover at the Bradford Conditioning House in March indicate some improvement in English wool consumption though the figures are below early 1937 totals. The quantity of tops dealt with was 3,515,6951 b. compared with February 2,829,3331 b, and January, 2,672,1581 b. Large exports of tops to Germany were the chief cause. Sales to Russia were responsible for an increase of 316,9571 b, in the amount of wool handled compared with February. The total weight of tops, wool, noils, wastes, and varns dealt with for the month was 6.443,0001 b. being 1.228,0001 b more than February. The development in the turnover is the most cheerful change seen in the Yorkshire trade recorded for some time. In previous months of this year, the figures showed a marked decline on preceding months May advices indicate a better tone in business in the United Kingdom, deliveries of orders previously booked being greater than for some months, buyers apparently feeling that, at present prices, stocking up was free from undue risk. The quantity of new business about, however, was not large
Britain’s Sources of Supply As a result of very strong Japanese competition in South Africa last season and keen purchasing by Germany this season, the quantity of African wool bought by Great Britain in that country has declined considerably It is of interest to note the degree to which the sources from which the United Kingdom draws wool supplies have varied during the past six years. The following figures show the quantity imported and retained in Great Britain during the years quoted:—
Total .. 600,000,000 563,000,000
Trade treaties with other countries, have, therefore, reduced the supplies of African wool which Yorkshire has taken, but, from July to February this season, slightly more African woql was exported to the United Kingdom than a year before. Japan’s purchases have been very limited m South Africa since she resumed buying merinos in Australia in January, 1937. German Wool Imports During 1933 Germany’s imports of wool were 347,600,0001 b, or the equivalent of 1,158,000 bales of Australian weight, and in 1937, 227,400,0001 b, a decrease of 34 per cent. The quantity imported from Australia in 1933 was 138,900,0001 b, and 1937 T 47,200,0001 b, a reduction of 66 per cent. By way of contrast the German imports from South Africa only declined " per cent, during the period quoted. The favoured Eosition occupied by South Africa has een caused by the reciprocal trading agreements made between the two countries. This season exports from Australia to Germany for the nine months ended March 31 were 152,946 bales, an increase of 40,795 bales on the similar period of 1936-37. That increase has been chiefly caused by the lower cost of the raw material enabling more extensive purchases to be made. Larger supplies have also been secured in other countries. German exports of woollen fabrics, however, showed recovery in 1937, being 22 per cent, greater than in 1936, but foreign sales of tops and yarns displayed reduction. Production of wool in Germany has increased under Government encouragement. Average production from 1930 to 1934 was 32,00C,0001b, and in 1937, 43,300,0001 b, or approximately 144,300 bales. The clip produced was only 15 per cent, of the total quantity of imported and home-grown wool retained for consumption. In addition to the decline in wool imports the quantity of tops imported decreased, the total for 1935 being 31.916,0001 b. and 1936, 14,339,0001 b. A slight regain was noticeable in 1937, the total being 17,079,0001 b. A further recovery in Germany’s wool requirements would be of marked advantage. 1 Her purchasing in Australia this season has been a great market asset, showing some of the form which it displayed a few years ago, and every effort should be made to encourage its continuance. Bobby Calf Industry
A total of 38,302 calves was received by the Southland CP-operative Pool last season, this being 1727 more than the previous year (says the annual report of the South Island Dairy Association). The calves rejected as being unsuitable for export totalled 762, equal to 2 per cent., which is satisfactory. There were 1215 rejects the previous year out of a total of 36,575, the percentage being 3.3.
The committee, as formerly, made contracts with carriers. for collecting the calves at the farms and delivering them to the Mataura and Makarewa works, and similar arrangements as in previous years were made with the Southland Frozen Meat Company in regard to the marketing of the skins and other products. An advance payment of 10s per calf was made to suppliers. , It has not been possible yet to finalise accounts for the year, owing to justifiable delay in connection with the disposal of some of the skins. When the final position is ascertained, it is anticipated there will be a surplus on the year’s operations. The following are particulars of the cash disbursements made: — Payments to suppliers .. £18,961 Payments to carriers .. 1,599 Total £20,560 In addition, killing, freezing, and other works charges, overseas freight, and insurance, administration and miscellaneous other costs, will amount to about £9OOO. DAIRYING PROBLEMS SOUTH ISLAND ASSOCIATION’S CONFERENCE REMITS AND NOTICES OF MOTION Among the questions to be discussed at the annual conference of the South Island Dairy Association in Dunedin on June 9 are the following remits and notices of motion:—
From the Executive.—“ This conference of delegates representing the dairy factory companies in the South Island (excluding Nelson and Marlborough) respectfully requests the Government that, when fixing the guaranteed prices for 1938-39, the principles defined in the Primary Products Marketing Act be applied, and particularly that due allowance be made for the additional costs which have been imposed on the industry since August 1, 1936, when the guaranteed prices scheme commenced to operate.” From the Executive.—” That this conference, being emphatically of the opinion that the price for butter marketed within New Zealand should not be based on the guaranteed price for export, respectfully suggests to the Government that to do justice to the industry the same measure of protection against economic loss as is afforded to other industries manufacturing commodities for sale in the_ Dominion should be made to apply in the case of butter sold on the local market.” From the Tuturru Dairy Factory Company, Ltd.—“ That the weekly period of employment of assistants in cheese factories shall be the time required to complete the manufacture of cheese, having due regard for all the technicalities of the process, and without the payment of overtime.” From the Brydone Dairy Factory Company, Ltd.—" That an emphatic protest be forwarded to the Minister of Marketing in regard to the serious position created in cheese factories, owing to the restricted hours defined in the Dominion Dairy Factory Workers’ award.”
From the Island Dairy Factory Company, Ltd.—“ That, in view of the greatly-increased costs to dairy factories owing to the restriction of hours to be worked by assistants, and of the sacrifice in quality of the cheese manufactured owing to the limitation of working hours interfering with its proper manufacture, and of the consequent danger of decreased production through having to contend with these difficulties, strong representation' be made to the Government to extend the working hours of factory assistants to provide time for the efficient manufacture of cheese and other dairy pro ducts.” From the Clandeboye Dairy Factory Company, Ltd.—“ That in view of the inconvenience imposed on dairy farmers by the operation of the Daylight Saving Legislation, representations be made to the Government asking thal standard time be reinstated on the first Sunday in March in each year From the Executive.—“ That the pro posal to establish a dairy service laboratory in Invercargill be discussed at this conference with the view of deciding what further action, if anv should be taken in the matter.” From the Wright’s Bush Dairy Factory Company, Ltd. —“That it be a recommendation to the directors that the South Island Dairy Association extend their operations to include a department for the trading in farmers' supplies with dairy factory companies on a wholesale basis.” From the Tuturau Dairy Factory Company, Ltd. —“That the Department of Agriculture institute a campaign with a view to the elimination of T.B. in dairy herds.” From the Woodlands Dairy Factory Company. Ltd.—“ That in view of the activity of the acclimatisation societies in regard to pollution of streams by whey and other discharges from dairy factories and other industries, a committee be set up to investigate the position and take what action they deem advisable to protect the interests of dairy factory companies by securing for them reasonable facilities for their drainage through the natural chan nels.”
From the Menzies Feny Dairy Factory Company, Ltd.—“ That in view of the increased duties and responsibilities placed upon part-time dairy factory secretaries, a committee be set up to review their rate of remuneration and conditions of employment." From the Farmers’ Dairy Federation Ltd. —“ This conference strongly protests at the action o' the Minister of Marketing in the steps taken by him regarding the control of marketing bobby calves.”
1932 1937 lb lb. Australia 220,000,000 242,000,000 New Zealand. 125,000,000 106,000,000 South Africa.. 101,000,000 39,000,000 Argentina 78,000,000 68,000,000 India 24,000,000 32,000.000 Uruguay 16,000,000 19,000,000 Other countries 36.000,000 57,000,000
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