Seed ordering tips for Chetwynd gardeners in 2001
Barb's garden suggests ordering seeds in January for next spring. For Chetwynd climate choose annual vegetables with under 100 days to maturity and perennials hardy to Canadian zones 2 or 3. US seed orders can use USDA zone 4 hardy seeds, and Stokes Seeds covers zones 2 3 4. Check customs duties for US orders and consider US funds via money order or credit card. Read seed catalogs for germination, height, bloom, seeds per packet, and shipping. Websites listed include richters com dominion-seed-house com wildflowerfarm com stokeseeds com veseys com thompson-morgan com. Free catalogs from several suppliers and a seed trading site at peddler com garden swapper. Have a Happy Year 2001.
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Veseys
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Canada
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Canadian Cattle Identification Program starts January first
Cattle producers across Canada are reminded the Canadian Cattle Identification Program begins on January first. By that date all cattle must be tagged with an approved Canadian Cattle Identification Agency ear tag before leaving their herd. The program aims to enable fast tracing of health and food safety concerns. Education and extension will enforce the rule until July first 200% as producers are urged to stock tags in advance. For more information call 1 877 909 2333.
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Carl Block
Canadian Cattle Identification Agency
Black
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
BC Gas explains high natural gas prices impact on bills
The carrier states January 1, 2001 heating bills will double over two years due to rising natural gas demand for electricity. It emphasizes BC Gas is a transporter, not a price setter, and notes government royalties and windfalls, urging support for aid to disadvantaged customers by contacting local MLAs.
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