Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs

New Zealand Journal of Agriculture, Volume 69, Issue 5, 15 November 1944, Page 492

Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs

How o Young Farmers* Club Was Revived

This article has been contributed by Mr. I. G. Taylor, chairman of the Whakarongo Y.F.C., and is based on a recent talk broadcast by him in the weekly Y.F.C. session from Station 2ZA, Palmerston North. THE Whakarongo Club was formed in February, 1938, with an initial membership of 12, later increasing to 18 members. Although not very strong numerically, its members made up in keenness and enthusiasm what they lacked in numbers. So far as activities were concerned, the club was among the foremost in the Manawatu district. From the club’s inception, a very high standard was achieved and maintained —lectures, “movie” exhibitions, impromptu speeches and debates were included in the monthly meetings, and frequent field days were held. The social side was by no means neglected, such functions as “Parents and Friends Evenings” and dances and socials being held as opportunity arose. The club participated in all district activities —stock judging competitions, debating contests, sports meetings and organised tours, etc. —and played its part, not only in catering for the' interests of its own members, but in encouraging, by its example, the Young Farmers’ Clubs movement throughout the Manawatu district and the Wellington Council area. I may perhaps be pardoned for such lengthy praise of the club. While 1 have no doubt that many similar clubs were carrying on their share of the good work all over the Dominion, it is a fact that we members of the Whakarongo Club were doing a good job, and certainly profiting by it. Forced into Recess The successful life of the club continued for over three years. Despite the difficulties created by war conditions, such as shortage of petrol, difficulty in obtaining lecturers, and the gradual depletion of membership, the good work was still carried on. In February, 1942, however, the club was forced to go into temporary recess owing to the fact that of the original membership of 18 no fewer than 14 were either overseas or in camp in New Zealand. This step was taken of necessity, but on the under-

standing that activities would be resumed at the first possible opportunity. More than two years elapsed, and then we local young farmers realised that it was “up to us” to move in the direction of reviving the club. Behind this feeling was the knowledge that certain duties lay before us. At this crucial time, with primary production required on an ever-increas-ing scale, we realised what the revival of our club could achieve. It would mean that lectures, demonstrations and field days would once more be available so that the members of the farming community, both young and old, would have a chance to profit by new discoveries and up-to-date methods at a time when it was necessary for them to make every effort to increase their output. Interest Overseas a This, in itself, was reason enough why we should attempt to revive our club and assist in the re-establishment of the Y.F.C. organisation throughout the Dominion. We felt, however, that we had a still greater obligationour duty to our comrades overseas, not just the members of our own club,

but members of every club in New Zealand. It was they and their fellows who, eleven years ago, had pioneered the Y.F.C. Movement in New Zealand; their keenness and enthusiasm had built up the movement in the pre-war years, and they had gone overseas to fight for our liberty. We felt that we owed it to them to make an effort to carry on the movement that they so evidently prized. We realised that their interest in the Y.F.C. movement was still maintained. Letters from members overseas not in the case of our club alone all bore testimony to the fact that they wanted the Y.F.C. movement — their movement —to be still “going strong” when they returned. Further evidence, if needed, was the formation of a Young Farmers’ Club among our lads in Egypt in 1940 with a membership of about 120, the establishment of a chain of 14 clubs in the Pacific with memberships ranging from 40 up to well over the hundred, and five clubs in the Middle East, all with strong memberships. Think of it—our soldier-comrades overseas, those who were interested in farming, realised that the best way to keep up their interest and to add to their knowledge

while overseas was to form Young Farmers’ Clubs. The finest example of this was the club . formed in a Prisoner of War Camp in Italy in 1942. Remembering these fellow members overseas and the interest they still maintain in our movement, our thoughts dwelt on the promise which we, along with other clubs all over the Dominion, had given them. We had undertaken to make every endeavour to keep the Y.F.C. movement in operation until they returned. A number of clubs have been able to carry on. In our own case we had temporarily failed through force of circumstances, but we could make amends if it were humanly possible. Looking round the district we came to the conclusion there were sufficient young men to make it worth while—quite a number had “grown up” and reached the required age during our club’s period of inactivity. Move for Revival On the advice of the Dominion Organising Secretary, who was then stationed at Palmerston North, a list of names and addresses of all the young men in the district who were eligible for membership was compiled. A notice was then prepared and posted to each of them advising that a meeting would be held on September 11 in the Whakarongo Hall for the purpose of reviving the club. The notice dealt with the past history of the club, and after giving the reasons for its being forced into? temporary recess, stressed the value of the club to the district and urged all young men to attend, if possible, so that the club might again function. The results were gratifying. Nineteen prospective members attended, as well as a few older farmers interested in the club. Members of the Bunnythorpe Club, the nearest neighbour, also came along to give a helping hand. The meeting was addressed by Mr. S. G. Avery, Chairman of the Wellington Council, who spoke on the aims and objects of the Y.F.C., and

detailed the. decline of the movement during the war period and the present efforts being made to revive it. Mr. S. Freeman, the Dominion Organising Secretary, briefly outlined the history of the Y.F.C. movement since its inception in 1933, and emphasised the need for the Whakarongo Club, along with many others, to resume its activities in readiness for the return of the members from overseas. He particularly urged the encouragement of young members in the movement, pointing out that in a few years they would be the senior members of the clubs. He further suggested that had attention been paid earlier to the enrolment and encouragement of younger members, many clubs that had been forced by war conditions to go into recess would have been able to carry on. Club Work Resumes A motion, “That the Whakarongo Young Farmers’ Club be revived to its former status as an active unit of the Y.F.C. Federation,” was then carried unanimously. All young men eligible for membership joined up, numbering 19, which was one more than the club’s membership before going into recess. At this stage,. Mr. S. Anderson, Chairman of the. Bunnythorpe Club, extended on behalf of his club congratulations to the Whakarongo members in reviving their club. He expressed the wish that, as the two clubs were close neighbours, the spirit of friendly rivalry that had previously existed would be resumed. Members of the Whakarongo Club paid a tribute to the efforts of the Bunnythorpe Club in carrying on under adverse conditions. The election of officers of the newly revived club was quite a spirited procedure, ballots being necessary 'in every case, showing the keen interest that members were taking in the re-

establishment- of the club. Certain necessary business was . attended to, including the fixing of a regular night for monthly meetings and the compilation of a list of future speakers. At the conclusion of the meeting hearty votes of thanks were accorded to the Wellington Council Chairman, the Dominion Organising Secretary and the members of the Bunnythorpe Club for ■ their attendance. Good Attendances The club’s second meeting was held recently, and there was an excellent attendance, including two new members, which brought the total membership up to 21. The meeting was addressed by Mr. J. Linklater, his subject being ‘How to Conduct a Meeting.” Mr. Linklater made a most valuable contribution to the future well-being of the club, and concluded with some interesting facts of Parliamentary procedure. The attendances at these meetings show, that although the club had been in recess for three and a half years, its previous achievements were not entirely forgotten. The younger members of the farming community are still awake to the value of , the instruction available through the Y.F.C. movement, and also to the , many other advantages of membership. The revival of this club, along with others which have recently “come back into the fold,” has brought the total of active clubs in the Wellington Council area up to 27, leaving, however, a further 56 clubs in recess. Of these, 10 have resumed activities since June of this year. This is a good effort, but can still be bettered. Come on, young farmers! What the young men of Whakarongo can do, you can do!

South Otago District Field Day

HTHE first of its kind in the district A since the beginning of the war, the field day recently arranged in the Milton district by the South Otago Y.F.C. District Committee proved a great success. About sixty Young Farmers’ Clubs members attended, representing the Warepa, Clinton, Clutha Valley, Milton and Money more districts. In the morning the party visited the property of Mr. Wm. Allison, at Moneymore. • The horses were inspected, and Mr. Allison and his brothers gave some sound, practical advice on the selection of draught horses. Mr. Allison is well known as a horse breeder, and the knowledge he passed on to the Young Farmers will be of great value. The Chairman of the Clutha Valley Y.F.C., Mr. Coll, expressed thanks on behalf of the visitors. Members then moved on to Mr. Robt. Clark’s sheep yards, where Mr. S. Ottrey, Milton, demonstrated on Romney and Southdown sheep, animals from Mr. Thornthwaite’s flocks being at his disposal for the purpose.

His demonstration was particularly instructive, the quality points necessary in selecting sheep for breeding purposes being detailed. At the conclusion Mr. A. Hammond (Warepa Y.F.C.) thanked him on behalf of the party. In the afternoon the party visited the Bruce Woollen Mills, where they were able to see for themselves the whole series of processes in the conversion of the raw wool into the finished fabric. Mr. Firth, the manager of the mills, showed the party round, and his detailed explanations . were greatly appreciated. A vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Firth on behalf of the Young Farmers of the South Otago district by Mr. C. Tweedie (Chairman of the Y.F.C. District . Committee) . A highly successful ball was held at night in the St. John’s Hall, Milton, music being provided by the Caledonian Dance Band. Mr. C. Tweedie acted capably as M.C., and a number of the visiting members from outlying clubs stayed for the entertainment.

Reports on Club Activities

WESTERN SOUTHLAND. Dipton. Election of R. Jukes as secretary, to replace R. Hayward, resigned. Dance to be held, the proceeds ‘ go to soldiers’ parcels fund. The chairman, W. King, gave reports on the recent Dominion Executive and annual general meetings of the federation, held at Timaru. Eleven members present out of sixteen. EASTERN SOUTHLAND. Five Rivers.— Report on meeting of OtagoSouthland Council held at Invercargill. Impromptu debate, “That a Primary-Producing Country is more Enduring than an Industrial Country.” Speakers, B. Hamilton, Rex Thomson and A. Muir (affirmative), D. Muir, F. Moore and T. J. Malone (negative). Eleven members present out of twenty-one. At the previous meeting an address was given by Mr. G. A. Hamilton on “How to Conduct a Meeting.” Thirteen members and four visitors present. SOUTH OTAGO. Clinton.— Officers elected at annual meeting: Advisory president, Mr. James Murney; chair-

man, J. C. Mitchell; secretary and treasurer, D. L. Morahan; auditor, Mr. D. M. Davidson. Ten members present; total membership fifteen. NORTH OTAGO. Enfield. Two members welcomed home from overseas. Final arrangements' for club field day to be held on Mr. D. Kennedy’s farm, Windsor. Address by , Mr. •W. Malcolm, a member of the Meat Board, on “Our Relations with Great Britain in regard to the Meat and Wool Sales in War and Post-War Years.” The speaker also gave some interesting facts in the history of the early sheep runs -in North Otago. Fourteen members attended out of eighteen. SOUTH CANTERBURY. Geraldine.— debate, "That Arable Farming is more Beneficial than Grassland Farming to New Zealand’s War Effort.” The award was given to the negative. At the previous meeting it was decided to hold a dance for patriotic purposes; talk by Mr. L. Blackmore, Department of Agriculture, on , “Scientific Farming.” Attendances of 28 and 25 respectively out of a total of 34 members.

CHRISTCHURCH. Ellesmere— Report on recent dance; profit of £2 9s. 2d. to-be used for soldiers’ parcels. Two new members elected. Result of football match between the Darfield and Ellesmere Clubs, Ellesmere 14, Darfield 3. Talks given by members recently returned from the Pacific, Ptes. B. K. Wagner and W. L. Hurford, and Gnr. M. E. Brooks. Twenty-three members present out of fifty-five. NORTH CANTERBURY. Scargill-Omihi.— Christmas parcels to be sent to members overseas. Talks by Messrs. Healey and McKay on “Nasella Tussock.” MARLBORORUGH. Seddon. Debate against the Flaxbourne Club, ‘‘That Natural Manures are more Beneficial than Artificial Manures.” The teams were:Seddon, Messrs. Marfell, Smith and Langridge (affirmative); Flaxbourne, Messrs. Jackson, Marion and Forsythe (negative). The Seddon team won the debate by four points. Mr. Lockhart acted as judge, and Mr. Morrin as timekeeper, Mr. W. J. Kennington being in the chair. After the debate an interesting lecture on the ‘‘Care of Farm Machinery” was given by Mr. Cuddon. There was an attendance of 24 out of a membership of 26. NELSON. Arrangements for a combined dance with the Junior W.D.F.U. Talks given by Messrs. D. Batt and C. Burnett on ‘‘The Use of Ensilage as a Fodder” and ‘‘The Treatment of Foot-rot in Sheep” respectively. There were seven members present out of twelve. WAIRARAPA. Carterton— Arrangements for future lectures. J. Rose elected as a district delegate. Interesting. “movie” pictures exhibited by Mr. N. Lamont; Department of Agriculture/ Fifteen members present. Masterton Teams picked for debate with Carterton Club. Senior, W. D. Buick, E. M. Bannister and E. Hamill; subject, “That the Practical Farmer has contributed more to the Advancement, of Agriculture than has the Scientist.” Junior, G. Evans, M. Renall, I. Raynor and G. . Donald; subject, “That the, Dairy Farm requires more Managerial Ability than does the Sheep Farm.” Mr. T. Caverhill gave a very spirited and interesting address on “Early Life in the Wairarapa,” quoting his own experiences on many of the larger stations in the Wairarapa district. There was an attendance of 32 members put of 64. MANAWATU. Apiti.— club has recently resumed activities, after having been in recess for over two years. The following officers were elected at a meeting of 25 —Advisory President, Mr. H. C. Mclntyre; chairman, P. R. McKay; secretary and treasurer, F. G. Mapson. This club, which had a strong membership of over fifty members before the war, .will have the good wishes of all other clubs. Oroua Discussion re Lincoln College Scholarship. Members to take part in a judging competition in conjunction with the Boys’ and Girls’ Agricultural Club’s judging day at the school. Arrangements for a dance. 2nd Lieut. A. Carmichael, an old member of the club, to be asked to address the next meeting on his impressions overseas. An interesting lecture was given by Mr. A. J. Cederman, Department of Agriculture, on “Tree-planting and Shelterbelts on the Farm, and Home Orchards.” An attendance of 16 members out of 31. Pohangina Valley — Mr. J. McDonald, accountant, of Ashhurst, to be asked to address the club on “Farm Book-keeping” at the next meeting.' Address by Mr. P. W. A. Balmer on “Faults and Blemishes to look for when purchasing a Horse.” Ten members present out of 21. Rongotea.— Resignation of Chairman, W. M. Hunt, accepted with regret; the secretary, F. Wood, was elected to the position for the remainder of the year, R. Hill being appointed to replace, him. as . secretary. ...Talk by Mr. D.

D. McKenzie, Farm Dairy instructor, on "The Cleaning and' Operating of Milking Machines”; this was followed by a general discussion on variations in cream grades and tests. There were 17 members present out of 19. WANGANUI. Bulls.— Final of the second round in the Wanganui District Inter-Club • Debating Contest between the Bulls and Marton senior teams. The subject was, “That Straightout Grassland Farming is more economic than Grassland Farming supplemented with Cropping.” The Bulls team supported the motion. Teams: Marton, M. F. Gray, K. G. Coles, H. R. Miller; Bulls, I. Jamieson, H. Clark, F. Thorby. Marton gained the decision by a small margin. Mr. Harper, Marton, kindly acted as adjudicator. Hunterville.— College Scholarship discussed. Two members selected to give talks at the next meeting on “Pig Farming” and “Stud Sheep Farming” respectively. An interesting lecture was given by Mr. Geo. McDonald, veterinarian, on “Veterinary Topics Generally.” The lecture was keenly appreciated and called forth many questions. Sixteen members attended out of a total of 23. Marton.— Further • arrangements for supper at meetings. Discussion re Lincoln College Scholarship. Progress report on district debating contest. Report by delegate on recent meeting of Services Advisory Committee. Appointment of another delegate, on account of resignation of first. 1 Three more members elected to club committee. An account was read of the work of the Agricultural Section, E. 2nd N.Z.E.F., C.M.F. Final arrangements for dance. A talk was given by Fit./Lt. T. Martin' Willis, Greatford, entitled , “Some Experiences in the R.A.F. Ferry Service, Africa.” Twenty-two members present out of 34. At a meeting inadvertently not reported previously the following business took place:— Report on catering for field day; arrangements for committee members to canvass for new members; election of representative on local Advisory Rehabilitation ■ Committee; acceptance of donations from Marton Branch of N.Z. Farmers’ Union, and also from Mr. W. G. Aitken. Also a lecture by Mr. I. D. Morton, Dairy Research Institute, Massey College, on “Aspects of Dairy Research.” The speaker dealt with the D.R.I. and its purpose, and the work at present being carried out on artificial insemination, artificial lactation, feed flavours, etc. Attendance of 19. Ohakea R.N.Z.A.F.— Recent activities included the following: Talks by Messrs. S. G. Avery (Chairman, Wellington Y.F.C. Council) and S. Freeman (Dominion Organising Secretary) ,-on the Y.F.C. . organisation generally. Lectures: Mr. Johnson, Department of Agriculture (“Beekeeping,” lecture No. 3), Mr. Eglington (“Care and Feeding of Pigs”), and Mr. G. Douglas (“Animal Nutrition and Stock Feeding”). An invitation to all those taking ■ farming courses on the station, with a view to hearing their problems and giving some assistance, met with a ready acceptance and was responsible for a very successful evening. There are at present 22 members in the club. TARANAKI. Pukengahu. This club has recently been revived after having been in recess for two years. The membership now stands at 19, with prospects of more in the near future. This is particularly good news, as all the clubs throughout Taranaki found it necessary to go. into recess, and Pukengahu is the first to resume activities. Good luck, Pukengahu; may your example be copied by the other Taranaki clubs! • SOUTHERN HAWKE’S BAY. Ballance. Arrangements for overseas parcels. Lecture by Mr. L. L. Marsden, Pig Supervisor, on “The Rearing and Management of Pigs.” There were 17 members present out of 20. At the previous meeting an address was given by Mr. R. G. McKenzie, Ballance, on “How to Conduct a Meeting.” Dannevirke.— General business. Letter of thanks to be sent to Miss Casey, who has done the club’s typing for some time past; Miss Casey, who is attached to the office of the Farmers’ Union in Dannevirke, is leaving to be married. Three-minute talks were given by the following: B. Davidson (“Per-

manent Docking-yards”), and J. Lowes “The Use of the Plough”). Address by Mr. J. Whibley on ' I- “Rotational Grazing”; the speaker answered many questions, and was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Thirty members present. Mangatainoka.— new members enrolled. Arrangements for future lecturers. The chairman welcomed the advisory president (recently elected), Mr. Patchett (Farmers’ Union) and Mr. G. Cotter (the club’s past chairman). Mr. Cotter, who has recently returned from the islands, gave an interesting talk on the Y.F.C. organisation among the troops in the Pacific area; he also dealt with farming methods and life in general in the islands. Sixteen present out of 18. NORTHERN HAWKE’S BAY. — Decided to purchase a bond, for £5 in the Victory , Loan. Final arrangements to be made at next meeting for a fat lamb competition for young farmers in conjunction with the annual A. and P. fat lamb competition for the district; to be made a field day, with Y.F.C. members judging on the hoof and on the hooks. Mr. L. C. Field, Gisborne Veterinary Club, .gave an address on the aims and objects of this particular Veterinary Club. Mr. A. D. G. M. Laing, veterinarian, Department of Agriculture, Hastings, also addressed the members on “Artificial Insemination” and “The Bull Fertility Scheme,” answering many questions during and after his talk. Both addresses were very keenly received. There were 23 members present at the meeting. TE KUITI. Otorohanga.— Arrangements for a field day. Date of birthday dance finalised. Messrs. T. Rogers and C. M. Staite, delegates from the Otorohanga Pig Club, were present, and appealed for new members; they also explained the Crop Subsidy Scheme. An interesting lecture entitled “Early Otorohanga” was given by Mr. F.- 0. R. Phillips. Attendance of 15 members out of 23. Paewhenua.— business. Informal talk by Dr. Alistair MacFarlane on the N.Z. Medical Services; he' also showed interesting films taken while he was on active service. BAY OF PLENTY. Kati Kati.— General business. Addresses by Messrs. M. Palmer and H. B. Capamagian, on “How to Conduct a Meeting” and “Experiences in the Greece Campaign” respectively. Nineteen members present out of 25. At a previous meeting Mr. C. Hume gave an interesting lecture on ‘‘Land Valuation,” 13 members being present. Paengaroa.— new members enrolled. It was announced that the club had raised £lB 12s. for the Y.F.C. Memorial Fund at its birthday dance. Brief report by the chairman on the recent quarterly meeting of the Western Bay of Plenty District Committee following this the secretary described the field day held at the local dairy factory. The chairman announced that the club team had won the debating shield for the Bay of Plenty, and the debating cup for the Eastern Area of the Auckland • Province. Address by Mr. J. Blamires on “Representative Government.” Twenty-three, members attended out of a total of 46. Te Puna. Arrangements for a club dance. Mr. Gibson gave an interesting demonstration on “Budding and Grafting.” Twelve members present out of 24. Welcome Bay— This club has recently been formed to cover the districts of Ohauiti, Welcome Bay and Papamoa. Officers elected:— Chairman, J. R. Wright; secretary, A. G. Talbot; treasurer, 0. H. Sorrenson; Mr. F. Ream to be asked to act as advisory president. Twelve members enrolled at the initial meeting. WAIKATO. Okoroire Mr. Patterson, Apiary Instructor, Department of Agriculture, gave an instructive lecture on “The Bee-keeping Industry in New Zealand.” Mr. D. S. Ross (immediate past President of the Federation) and Mr. S. Freeman (Dominion Organising Secretary) addressed the meeting on the Y.F.C. movement; both speakers gave some very helpful advice and congratulated the club on its progress.

There.were 15 members present out of 33. At the previous meeting a lecture on “Banking in Connection with Farming” was given 'by Mr. E. Maclntyre, manager of the Matamata Branch of the Bank of New Zealand; 24 members were present. Te Awamutu— Field day at Ruakura. Members were shown over parts of the farm that they had not previously - seen at other field days. Mr. Cameron explained various experiments being carried out; swamp land being stumped was also inspected. After lunch. Dr. McMeekan conducted the visitors over the artificial insemination centre, where the' bulls in use were inspected; the laboratory was also visited, the whole, of the work proving very instructive. There were 24 present, including three farmer friends. Te Pahu This new club was recently formed through the 1 keenness and energy of a local young farmer, Stan Fretwell, who wrote to the Dominion Organising Secretary to find out if a club could be established in the ■ district. As a result of his endeavours a meeting was called and a club formed with an initial membership of 19. The meeting was addressed by Messrs. D. S. Ross (immediate Past President), S. Freeman (Dominion Organising Secretary), F. S. Atcheson (Chairman, Auckland Council), W. H. Benson (Advisory Member, Te Awamutu Y.F.C.),' C. Eyre (Chairman, Te Awamutu Y.F.C.), J. E. Turner (Te Awamutu Y.F.C.), and J. M. Murray (Department of Agriculture, Hamilton). A list of the officers elected will be published next month. AUCKLAND. East Tamaki.— This club has recently resumed activities after being in recess for over four years. Officers elected:—Advisory president, Mr. H. Ferguson; chairman, W. Landon ; secretary, L. W. Gubb; treasurer, E. Guy. The initial meeting was addressed by Mr. F. S. Atcheson (Chairman, Auckland Y.F.C. Council). At a subsequent meeting a social committee was formed, and arrangements were made for a field, day to consist of a visit to Booth- , MacDonald’s factories. Twenty-nine members present at this meeting out of 33. . Franklin. General business. Address by Mr. F. 8. Atcheson (Chairman, Auckland Y.F.C. Council) on the present position of the Y.F.C., and the plans, for the future, Mr. J. P. Beggs, District Y.F.C. Secretary, also spoke on the Y.F.C. movement, and Mr. Moss gave a talk on “How to Conduct a Meeting.” There were 15 present out of 20. NORTH AUCKLAND, Kaukapakapa. Field day .to be held on Mr. J. B. Hooper’s farm at Glorit. Address ' by Mr. F. 8. Atcheson (Chairman, Auckland Y.F.C. Council) on the Y.F.C. movement. Attendance of 16 members and three visitors; the total club membership at present is 49. At the previous meeting, owing to the chairman having left the district, his resignation ' was regretfully accepted; G. McLean was elected chairman in his place. Lecture by Mr. P. 8. Syme, Department of Agriculture, on “Pasture as an Indication of Soil Fertility.” Seventeen members and four visitors present. Whirinaki.— This club was formed some months ago among the Maori youth in the district. ' Recent activities include the following: Two demonstrations by Mr. Mclndoe, Department of Agriculture, on “The Pruning and Grafting of Fruit Trees,” and a visit to the Hokianga Co-operative Dairy Co.’s factory, where the members were shown round by Mr. Halligan, the manager. The different departments were visited, and all details explained, members being made conversant with the process of butter-making right to the packing-room where it is finally prepared for shipment. The secretary, Geo. Wynyard, reports that this field day made a very deep impression on the club members, who now fully realise the necessity for the ' increased production of butter for overseas and the meaning of “cleanliness” and the ‘‘care of the cream” from farm to factory. To use the secretary’s own words, “Seeing is believing —and when a Maori sees, he believes!” The club is doing some very good work, and it is understood that the membership is increasing.