A32-Lancaster Farming, Saturday, June 8, 2002 On-Farm Processing At Reiff Field Day MIFFLINBURG (Union Co.) Join the Pennsylvania Associa tion for Sustainable Agriculture (PASA) and host Eli Reiff and his family in learning about small-scale processing on the farm Wednesday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. At this event, participants will look at how the Reiffs have de veloped a very successful poultry processing operation in compli ance with food safety regulations. The goal of this event is to help all on-farm processors break down the barrier between pro ducer and inspector/regulator. The event will also feature the Reiffs’ poultry processing facility and equipment. Reiff will demon strate his “Poultry Man” equip ment small-scale pluckers and scalders he manufactures for sale. Additional highlights include composting of the poultry pro- Pasture Walk June 11 NICKLEVILLE (Venango Co.) A pasture walk sponsored by Penn State Cooperative Ex tension of Clarion County is scheduled Tuesday, June 11 at the farm of Matt and Monica Hepler in Nickleville. The pasture walk will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the farm located next to Hepler’s Meats. The farm, located in Venango County, is home to more than 350 head of pasture-raised cattle. The herd consists of mostly Angus and Hereford breeds along with some Beefmaster cattle and Scottish Highlanders. The Hepl ers operate a cow/calf to finish operation at their farm, along with a meat processing business. The farm is located on Rt. 38 Beef Quality Symposium June 18 In New Holland NEW HOLLAND (ILancaster Co.) Penn State; “Dark Cutters and Ma — A Beef Quality Symposium will be turity Effects on Beef Quality,” by conducted at Yoder’s Restaurant in Dr. John Scanga, Colorado State New Holland June 18 at 10 a.m. University; and “The Influence of Speakers and topics include Tenderness on Beef Quality,” by “What is Beef Quality: An Over- Henning. ' iew," by Dr. Bill Henning, Penn For more information, call Come- State; “Feeding and Environmental rford at (814) 863-3661 or Chester Influences in Marbling,” by Dr. Hughes at (717) 394-6851. Robbi Pritchard, South Dakota Meal costs are covered by the in state; “Genetic Implications on Beef dustry. No pre-registration is neces- Quality,” by Dr. John Comerford, sary. FLY COmOL In Dairy Barns Spray For Flies Monthly Or As Needed. Rotate 3 Treatments: • Permethrins • Cyfluthrin • Cygon For More Information Call: BEITZEL’S SPRAYING Witmer, PA 17585 717-392-7227 or Toll Free 1-800-727-7228 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM CERTIFIED COMMERCIAL APPLICATORS LICENSED Spraying Since 1961 INSURED Radio Dispatched Trucks cessing waste and newly seeded pastures for grazing sheep. Fol lowing the noon meal, PASA wel comes John Sworen of the USDA’s Food Safety Inspection Service. He will discuss the regu lations that affect small-scale processors. There will be ample time for question and answer. The Reiff family farm is a 56-acre farm. They have been farming and custom processing poultry for 22 years. It is a full time family operation their six children are integrally involved in the farm. They raise beef, sheep, and poultry; however, their main business is the custom processing of poultry. Cost to attend is $lO. Payment by cash or personal check is re quired at the registration desk on day of event, 8:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m. To register, call PAS A at (814) 349-9856, ext. 6. in Nickleville, seven miles from Rt. 80 at exit 6. At exit 6, take Rt. 208 to the intersection of Rt. 38 at Gardenscape. Follow Rt. 38 to Hepler’s Meats. From Rt. 322, turn at Hirsch’s Meats onto Rt. 338. Go five miles to Hepler’s Meats or from Rt. 322, turn onto Rt. 38. Go two and one half miles to Heplers. Signs will be posted the day of the meeting to direct participants to the pasture walk. llie walk will be conducted re gardless of the weather. Bring suitable gear in case of inclement weather. For more information or ques tions about the program, contact the Clarion County Extension Office at (814) 782-0033. Agriculture Secretary Encourages Pennsylvanians To Minimize Rabies Risk HARRISBURG (Dauphin Co.) Agriculture Secretary Sam Hayes en couraged Pennsylvanians to take steps to minimize the risk of rabies with their pets and in the state’s live stock populations. “Pennsylvania’s livestock and pets are valuable members of our farms and households,” Hayes said. “It is important that everyone takes the necessary steps to minimize the risk of rabies infecting our domestic ani mals, not to mention people. “To that end, the two most impor tant steps we can take are vaccinat ing our dogs and cats and reducing contact with wildlife.” By law, dogs and cats are required to be vaccinated against rabies at three Tnonths of age and receive booster inoculations throughout their lives to maintain vaccinated status. “Vaccination is one of the best tools we have in the control of this devastating disease,” said Dr. John Enck, Pennsylvania state veterinar ian. “Although vaccinations are not required in our livestock populations, 1 encourage all farmers to work with their veterinarians to develop a com prehensive rabies-prevention plan.” Enck said another vital step to re duce the risk of rabies exposure is to minimize contact with wild animals %XLEE-MAR farm's* / 2724 Conestoga Creek Rd, \ / a Morgantown, PA \ 0 I Q 610-286-9052 /if A\ Sales & Rentals yjffi AJRUSH HWOLF The leader of the pack. 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