N.J. Dairy Scholarship Offered NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. The New Jersey Holstein Associa tion has announced the availability of assistance to New Jersey resi dents studying dairy/animal or agriculture science, beginning in Sep tember 2003. The scholarship, known as the Edward T. Oleskie Scholarship in Dairy and Animal Science, will be awarded to applicants based on merit, demonstrated interest in agriculture, and financial need. The scholarship is open to undergraduate students majoring in Agriculture at two- or four-year institutions or to individuals pursu ing continuing education in an agricultural related field. Consideration will be given to New Jersey residents planning to return to a career in New Jersey. One scholarship will be awarded each year, and it may be renewed annually upon approval of the scholarship selection committee. For information, contact: Dr. Michael L. Westendorf, Department of Animal Sciences, 84 Lipman Drive, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08091-8525; (732) 932-9408; westendorf@aesop.rutgers.edu. Record Pork Production During January WASHINGTON, D.C. Commercial red meat production for the U.S. totaled 4.08 billion pounds in January, relatively un changed from a year ago, but pork production was 2 percent higher at record-high levels, according to the National Agri cultural Statistics Service (NASS). January 2002 contained 23 weekdays (including two holi days) and four Saturdays. Janu ary 2003 contained 23 weekdays (including two holidays) and four Saturdays. Beef production, at 2.29 billion pounds, was 2 percent below the previous year. 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The junior Angus show was conducted Jan. 13 during the Pennsylvania Farm Show. Scott Greiner, Va., judged the event. Rising to the top and being named grand champion owned heifer was HJF Erica Jacey, owned by Megan Fuls, Richland. The reserve grand champion heifer in the junior show was also named the grand champion bred and owned heifer for Katie Nolt, New Holland, with Triple N Eliz abeth Alice. The reserve grand champion bred and owned heifer was owned by Denton Grim, East Berlin, with BCA Faith Dl4. The heifer champion was the grand champion for Megan Fuls and the reserve heifer calf cham weight was 268 pounds, un changed from January a year ago. Lamb and mutton production, at 15.9 million pounds, was down 10 percent from January 2002. Sheep slaughter totaled 238,800 head, 6 percent below last year. The average live weight was 133 pounds, down 7 pounds from January a year ago. 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These sessions will recertify producers who were certified in 2001 and want to maintain their certified producer status. The ses sions will run for approximately one hour and include current Quality Assurance updates. At the conclusion, producers will be able to extend the certifi cation for an additional two years. Training and evaluation are handled by extension and indus try professionals to assist produc ers in taking the necessary steps to ensure the safety and quality of beef. Workshop dates and locations are as follows: Classrooms: Berks/Lebanon County areas; Tuesday, March 11, 6 p.m. at Country Fare Restaurant, Myers town. Chester County areas; Wednesday, March 12, 7 p.m. at Lancaster Farming, Saturday, March 1, 2003-A3l ior angus organization saw these results: president, Sarah Grim, East Berlin; vice-president, Kyle Grim, East Berlin; secretary, Caitlin Fairbairn, Coatesville; treasurer, Cory Thompson. Well sville. Directors elected were: Denton Grim, East Berlin; Katrina Frey, Quarryville; Sarah Nolt, New Holland. The 2003 Queens Court in cludes: Hope Long, Airville, queen; Jennifer Hower, Bethle hem, princess; Leah Walton, Kennett Square, princess; Sa mantha Semrau, Millerstown, princess. Sweethearts include: Katrina Frey, Quarryville; Kate Living ston, Dover; Kim Long, Airville; and Amanda Thompson, Well sville. New Bolton Center, Kennett Square. Adams/York County areas: Thursday, March 13, 6 p.m. at Adams County Extension Office, Gettysburg. Bedford/Somerset County areas: Monday, March 17, 6 p.m. at Bedford County Extension Of fice, Bedford. Washington County area: Tuesday, March 18, 6:30 p.m. at Washington County Fair grounds. Centre County area; Thursday, March 27, 1 p.m. at the Pa. Beef Expo, State College. Bradford/Sullivan/Tioga/Potter County areas: Tuesday, April 1, 6:30 p.m. at the Bradford County 4-H Center, Troy. For more information about the Pennsylvania BQA Certifica tion program, the workshops planned for your area, or to sign up for a workshop in your area, call Scott Wright at (717) 939-7000 or your local extension office.
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