![]() ![]() If your child is taking melatonin, they need to be settled and ready for bed before having their nightly dose. Your doctor might also prescribe melatonin if your child has a persistent sleep problem or trouble falling asleep and waking up in the morning. ![]() Your doctor might prescribe melatonin if your child has additional needs like autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or visual problems including blindness. It also helps to maintain your body clock from day to day. It helps your body to fall asleep at night. Melatonin is a hormone produced naturally by your brain when it gets dark at night. Always check with your doctor or pharmacist first. Mixing prescription medicine and over-the-counter medicine or herbal remedies from a pharmacy or health food shop can be very dangerous. Herbal sleep remedies don’t go through the same testing as medicines prescribed by your doctor or bought over the counter at your pharmacy. These supplements don’t have many side effects, but overall there isn’t enough evidence to show that they help. Valerian, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids (fish oil) might improve sleep quality in some people. Herbal or ‘natural’ sleep remedies – like chamomile, hops, passion flower and St John’s wort – are available in many health food shops, but there isn’t much evidence to show that they help with sleep problems. Never give your child more than the recommended dose of any medicine. You should give your child sleep medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so and only if your doctor is supervising your child’s treatment. If you want to use one of these medicines, always talk about it with your doctor first.Īnd always check with your doctor or pharmacist about the side effects of over-the-counter and prescribed sleep medicines. Some sleep medicines are available without a prescription – for example, in health food shops or over the counter in pharmacies. ![]() ![]() It also means the medicine won’t be needed for as long, and your child will keep sleeping better when they stop taking the medicine. This combined approach will help to resolve your child’s problems faster. If your doctor prescribes sleep medicine for your child, the doctor will recommend behaviour strategies for your child as well. When children have persistent sleep problems, doctors might sometimes prescribe a medicine like melatonin or a sedative. These problems are called persistent sleep problems. Sometimes sleep problems continue even after children try better sleep habits and makes other changes. Also seek help if sleep problems are making your child anxious, or if the problems go on for more than 2-4 weeks. If better sleep and eating habits aren’t helping, talk with your GP – especially if your child’s sleep problems are affecting their wellbeing, schoolwork or relationships. Even herbal or ‘natural’ remedies can have side effects.īefore you look into sleep medicines, it’s always best to try sleep and lifestyle changes to help your child sleep better. In Australia, sleep medicines are rarely used to help children sleep because medicines can have side effects. If your child is having trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep, medicine won’t necessarily fix the problem. Children’s sleep problems: sleep medicine or other strategies? ![]()
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![]() In PVP, the detection radius is roughly 40 studs at Power 20.Do be aware that tacet is disabled during hellmode though, and attempted use of tacet to escape could possibly result in death. However, the unaggro range is larger than 0 studs, so the user must make some distance to evade any fight. In PVE, the detection radius is effectively 0 at Power 20, the player can avoid any and all monsters or NPCs even when touching them.Tacet has two different detection radius, one for PVE and PVP: Some monsters might still aggro when in tacet if too close in some situations (might be bug needs testing) Obtaining Murmur: Tacet will also give you either neutral or positive reputation with the Ministry, but merely depends on what your current reputation is. The detection range (for PVP) is indicated by a ring around the user. ![]() The detection range of the invisibility scales on the user's power: at higher power, entities need to be closer to spot the user. ![]() Uncrounching, attacking, being hit, or interacting with the world will deactivate Tacet. The only actions a user can perform during Tacet are crouch walking, rolling, vaulting over small obstacles, falling down ledges, and holding items. Activation is indicated by an inward ring and a fade-out noise, while deactivation with an outward ring and a fade-in noise. Murmur: Tacet is a Murmur that, when active, makes the user completely invisible to anyone not in close proximity of them, it also greatly reduces (or even negate in some scenarios) the aggro range of enemies. Murmur: Tacet "An application of the song that enables the user to suppress their own Murmur. After killing the Dread Serpent, a purple orb will fly into you right before getting it. Murmur: Ardour can be obtained by slaying the Dread Serpent. This ability does not scale on Power, therefore, it will always cost ether. When activated, affected targets take 2x posture damage and 25% more damage and are forced out of Tacet. (Hold H and release)"Īrdour Scream is a Common Talent Card that can be obtained when the user has Murmur: Ardour, 15 Strength, and 40 willpower. "Amplify your shout into a scream using Ardour, dominating weaker foes. This Murmur is expanded upon in the lore and has been likened to Conqueror's Haki from the anime One Piece. At Power 20, activation of the Murmur will be free and your ether regen won't be affected. While having the Murmur active, you can't crouch and listen until you deactivate it or the Murmur runs out (if you're not at Power 20).īy default, it drains a large amount of ether when used however, at Power 19 the ether cost is low enough for your ether regen to overpower it, but it will still be slow. It will also add a vibrato to the sound of your weapon's swings. Activating the Murmur will release gentle purple particles from your weapon, and will make a quiet hum as long as it is active. Murmur: Ardour, rarely referred to as "Buso Haki" or just "Haki" is a Murmur that when active, doubles all outgoing posture damage and reduces incoming posture damage. "An application of the Song that enables one to channel the Murmur into raw strength. Murmurs scale with the user's Power, reaching their maximum potential at Power 20. A weak user will have a harder time making good use of them until they become stronger and more experienced. Murmurs are strong but hard to master abilities. However if the requirement to unlock the Murmur can be completed with the help of someone power 5 or above you can obtain the Murmur at Power one (Mostly notably fighting the Dread Serpent) You can only obtain a Murmur if your Character is at least Power 5. ![]() Like Oaths, players can only obtain one Murmur.Ĭurrently, there are three known obtainable Murmurs Ardour, Tacet, and Rhythm. ![]() ![]() ![]() It's on the expensive side and quite large for the capacity offered, but as a one-stop charging solution for every device you own, it's hard to top. The DC port can act as an output, but it's also the best way to charge the Omni 20 and, if you use the adapter and cable provided, it can charge up fully in just three hours - not bad for a 20,400mAh capacity device. A rocker turns on the USB ports and the AC outlet. An OLED screen shows the remaining power, how much power is coming in or going out, how much time before it runs out of juice, and the temperature. A DC outlet can put out 70W and two USB ports - rated at 5V/3A or Quick Charge 3.0 - so whatever smartphone you own it should charge at top speed. There's a proper AC outlet, just like a wall outlet, capable of putting out 100W to a laptop or other large device - even a TV. ![]() This unassuming square with sloping corners packs a multitude of speedy charging options. When you need to charge every device you own, but still want something reasonably portable, the Omni 20 does the trick. Control the charging current automatically and. FREE delivery Mon, Jul 3 on 25 of items shipped by Amazon. Smart identification and Control: Built-in identification chip, power input&output through a single USB port. Here are the best portable chargers we've found. Attom Tech Triple USB Outputs Super Slim Power Bank Ultra Thin, 5000mAh Mini Portable Charger External Phone Battery Pack Small Dual USB Outlet, Emergency Phone Power Backup. Whether you need a big, bulky charger with power for days or a slim power bank that can slip into your bag and give your phone a quick top-up, there's a charger for you. ![]() Simply plug your phone into your portable charger and top up your device without being tethered to one location. The Best Portable Chargers and Power Banks for 2023 Is your phone, tablet, or laptop typically in the battery red zone before the day's end These portable chargers and power banks give you the. That's when a portable charger, portable battery, or power bank is a godsend. Heavier use pushes that down, and if you're having a particularly active day, you may need to plug your phone into a charger or park it on a wireless charging pad for a while.īut plugging your phone into a charging outlet isn't always possible, especially if you're on the move, or simply far away from any power sources. Most of us consistently get a day's use out of our smartphone before it needs recharging. Smartphones are getting larger and more powerful, and smartphone batteries have increased in size, too, with some phones now exceeding 5,000mAh in capacity. ![]() ![]() seatpost insertion: 200mm(S), 235(M), 275(L), 320(XL)įull assembly is required on complete bikes. The Nimble 9 is available for pre-order now at.
![]() Reactions of the other metals in the Reactivity Series I offer this just as a bonus - not for you to remember! They are presented by Sir Martyn Poliakoff who is a research professor at the university. It comes from a wonderful collection of short videos about the elements in the Periodic Table from the University of Nottingham. I came across this reaction which I had never seen before (and would never have thought of trying) while I was searching for good videos for this page. The black product is a mixture of boron and silicon - you don't need to remember this! What happens is that the magnesium reacts with the glass as well as the steam. This bit of video avoids this problem by stopping it before you get to notice this! You would expect white magnesium oxide to be formed, but the tube usually shows a lot of black product as well as white. The magnesium is heated until it just starts to react, and then the heat is moved to produce a lot of steam. At the bottom of the tube is a wad of mineral wool soaked in water. The next bit of video shows a boiling tube with a coil of magnesium ribbon in it. That also applies to the other metals that we will need to react with steam. You get magnesium oxide produced rather than magnesium hydroxide at these higher temperatures. Magnesium will, however, burn in steam to produce magnesium oxide and hydrogen. If you put a small, but very clean, coil of magnesium in water and leave it for half-an-hour or so, bubbles of hydrogen do form on the surface and will often float the magnesium to the surface. What happens with the magnesium is that a small initial reaction coats the surface of it with a very thin layer of insoluble magnesium hydroxide, and that stops further water getting at the magnesium. Notice that there doesn't seem to be any reaction with the magnesium. It just shows four test tubes with each of the metals in water.Ĭoncentrate on the first two tubes which contain magnesium and calcium. Magnesium and calcium are at the top of Group 2 of the Periodic Table, and there is also a very, very short piece of video comparing the reactions of water of magnesium, calcium, strontium and barium (two other member of Group 2). You should also notice that the calcium moves around in the beaker, carried by the bubbles of hydrogen. This isn't very soluble in water and a lot of it is formed as a solid. The cloudiness is due to the formation of calcium hydroxide. You can see bubbles of hydrogen being produced. The first bit of video shows quite a large chunk of calcium being dropped into water. It looks a bit different because calcium is denser than water and so sinks. The reactions of calcium and magnesium with waterĬalcium's reaction with water is similar to lithium's. This also applies to the reaction of calcium with water and to magnesium's very slight reaction with cold water (below). The oxides of these metals all react with water to produce a hydroxide and so that is what you end up with. Note: You may wonder why you get a metal hydroxide formed rather than an oxide. ![]() This is the metal hydroxide formed dissolving in the water. If you watch the video again, in the relatively peaceful reactions, you will see a white trail under the metals as they move around. In each case, you get hydrogen produced and a solution of the metal hydroxide. For reasons that will become obvious, you won't usually come across rubidium and caesium in the lab. So, in this bit of video from the Open University they are starting with lithium at the top of the group, and then working down. As you will find later in the course, the reactivity of these metals increases the further down the group you go. If you looked at a copy of the Periodic Table you would find these metals at the top of Group 1. The reactions of potassium, sodium and lithium at the top of the series We will start by looking at the reactions of the metals at the top of the reactivity series. There are a couple of cases like that, and we will talk about them individually. Note: I say "in principle" because sometimes a metal that you might expect to react with water or steam doesn't, or only reacts much more slowly than you might expect. Metals below hydrogen won't be able to react with water in this way. If a metal is above hydrogen in the reactivity series it should, in principle, be able to remove the oxygen from the water to leave hydrogen gas. We haven't so far mentioned the position of hydrogen in the reactivity series, but it is really important for this topic and the next. The position of hydrogen in the reactivity series most reactive ![]() This page explores the way the position of a metal in the reactivity series affects its reaction with water or steam. ![]() The reactions between metals and water or steam Reactions between metals and water or steam ![]() ![]() ![]() The movie goes on to show elements of friendship, betrayal, and bravery. This movie stuck with me for months, and even now I still think about it because of its ending,” said sophomore Ariana Ramos. “That last car scene made my heartbreak, he looks at his friends pleading for help, and yet all they can do is watch helplessly. This is when he gives his friends one last pleading look before the car drives off. Despite his friend’s enthusiasm, Perry is in a panic and can only stutter words to his friends as he gets into his father’s car. Perry and his father rush through the crowd of people as his friends congratulate him. ![]() The movie then shows P erry celebrating with the cast of the play behind the stage, but when his father calls for him all of his joy seems to fade away. Cheers erupt from the crown, his friends being the loudest to clap and holler in support. Keating.Īs Perry gives his final monologue on stage, his father walks into the theatre and the two hold tense eye contact as Perry finishes off the play. ![]() I mean, why did this man even have a kid,” said junior Conner Douglass.ĭetermined to still be in the play, Perry sneaks off and does his part in the play anyway, his friends in the audience cheer him on, as well as Mr. “The movie makes you feel bad for Perry because of his father, he has no regard for Neil’s feelings and doesn’t let Neil incorporate any of his own ideas. Perry begs him to let him act, but his father scolds him once more and walks off. One day, however, his father waits in his dorm and disapproves of him taking part in the play. He is excited to do something he loves and prepares and rehearses with Anderson. These secret meetings bring the group closer together.įor example, when Perry gets a part in the school play he celebrates with his group of friends. They then read poetry and discuss the meaning (as well as other topics). The group of friends, now inspired by his classes and teaching, decide to reconvene the Dead Poets Society while adding a few modern twists.īasically, the boys sneak out and go out to a place in the woods. Keating himself and he explains what exactly the Dead Poets Society was, what they did, and why the administration frowns upon such a club. Curious, the group of friends goes to ask Mr. Upon seeing ‘Dead Poets Society’ next to his name they are intrigued. Keating’s old yearbook where they see his accomplishments and clubs. “When I first watched this scene I wondered if I would be the first to rip out a page, but deep down I knew I would be the one who looks around cluelessly,” said junior Emma Duncan. The others follow and soon everyone has ripped out the first page and tossed it in the trash. The first student who proudly rips out the front page and holds it up for others to see is Charlie Dalton(Gale Hansen), who is a known rebel in the school. The students are reluctant and look around at each other clueless. K eating asks the students to rip out the first page in their textbooks to show that what’s written in the books isn’t always what should be followed. The story then jumps to the group of friend’s first day in Keating’s class. Keating was once a student at Welton and has returned as a teacher. “The way these kids are put under so much pressure to succeed is just so dreadful, they have their own dreams and things they want to do, yet their parents have already decided their future,” said junior Kailey Moyer.ĭuring the beginning of the year assembly, it is announced there will be a new English teacher, Mr. This scene reveals just what kind of pressure these parents put on the students who attend Welton to succeed and meet the expectations put upon them (without debate). Perry’s father tells him to drop a class and at first, Perry argues, which leads to his father scolding him. In a scene where Perry is introducing Anderson to his friend group, viewers witness an interaction between Perry and his father. Todd Anderson (Ethan Hawke), who is a new student, shares a room with Neil Perry (Robert Sean Leonard). The movie surrounds a group of friends living out their lives at Welton Academy, an expensive private school. The story follows a new teacher with odd ideas and a sense of humor who changes the outlook of the students. The movie takes place at an all-boys school with authoritative teachers and a system designed to rigorously prepare the students for college. “Oh Captain, My Captain,” is the title of a poem by Walt Whitman and is used throughout the movieĪlthough released in 1989, the movie Dead Poets Society remains inspiring and shocking with its out-of-the-box thinking and unorthodox methods. ![]() ![]() The registration of your logo as a trademark (see the Office of Industrial Property) as MARK (logo image, for example the McDonald's “M”, the Nike Swoosh) or semi-figurative (e.g. The deposit slip will be received promptly by mail. Recording and filing of copyright logo, from file (in JPEG format for fast processing) that are referred to Copyright.in. The differences between trademarks, copyright and other rights are discussed in more detail on our intellectual property rights page.The logo has a special place in the filing of Copyright.Īs other images, there are 3 forms of protection to proove your copyright in case of copy: ![]() A registration of the logo with ourselves provides a low cost way to secure independent evidence of your prior claim in case of incidents in countries where you do not have a registered trademark. In practice, businesses will tend to only seek registered trademarks in countries where they have a strong trading relationship and fall back on copyright or passing off protection in the remaining countries. Registered trademarks are administered nationally by a country's national trademark office (Copyright Witness do not register trademarks) if you are interested in obtaining a registered trademark, you should contact a trademark attorney or your national trademark office for further details. It is also possible to apply for a registered trademark on a per country or region basis. In most jurisdictions they are automatically protected under common law against passing off (where a competitor uses the mark in a confusing/misleading way, for example to poach trade). Trademarks and are intended to prevent confusion in the marketplace between competing companies in the same business sector. As copyright is an automatic international right, it therefore follows that, (other than activities specified under fair dealing rules), unauthorised copying of that logo would be an infringement.Ī trademark will apply to the logo as it is an identifying mark of the brand identity. not just the name on its own), is legally regarded as being a work of artistic creation and therefore will be protected under copyright law.Ĭopyright protects the logo as an artistic work. A logo that includes artistic or design elements, (i.e. At the very least it can help to demonstrate who was using the name or logo first and who was copying. Certainly the fact that a logo was registered is evidence of the date and content of the logo.
![]() ![]() Michelle’s creativity is solely credited to her passion and enthusiasm for hair, and working with others in the industry. Publications in Vimeo, Fashion 360, Noir Tribe Media, E! Channel Fashion Police, Online magazines such as: Elle Magazine, Huffington Post, Cosmopolitan. Michelle’s collaborations with creative stylist and photographers has been featured in the World Bride Magazine, Germanys Gala Magazine, BG Magazine, EC., Alice & Olivia E-Commerce and Lookbook, music videos with music Legend Nile Rodgers of Chic. A regular at New York Fashion Week, Michelle and the Matthew Curtis Creative Team have been heading up teams backstage since 2010, creating looks for some of the most iconic and influential designers such as Ted Baker, Dolce & Gabbana, Ralph Lauren, Falguni & Shane Peacock, Marc Jacobs, KYE, Jad Ghandour and Alice & Olivia by Stacey Bendet to name a few. ![]() Through a combination of networking, persistance and of course talent, Michelle has progressed from assistant to lead stylist, working on runway shows in New York. Runway Magazine Get your Digital Subscription Get your digital subscription/issue of Runway Magazine. A large portion of Michelle’s career is dedicated to session styling. Michelle has progressed to creating looks for shoots and shows during New York Fashion Week to working in film, and has built an impressive portfolio and client list of leading names in fashion, film, and music as one of the industry’s most in-demand hair styling team. Meagan Good Talks Cancer Scare With Heart & Soul Magazine PHOTO Meagan Good Gets Her Shop. In 2010 this landed her an opportunity to work as an assistant stylist under a thriving artist, Mathew Curtis owner of Stratford-Upon-Avon, Hoar Cross Hall Spa and the Rosewood Salon London, UK during NewYork Fashion Week whom became her mentor. Beyonce, Rihanna, Mariah Carey & More Come Together To. This leap in faith Michelle opened her own salon in Brooklyn, NY and worked with top creative teams in the industry. Michelle decided to become a full time stylist in 2001 working at various salons. Michelle knew at the early age of 15 what she wanted to do hair! After working in Corporate America for over 15 years and doing what she loved part time. Lovejoy’s custom dress and veil most al all. Michelle Swiney, a New York native studied at The Enid Beauty College, and New York Beauty School and achieved a diploma of the highest level. That’s the question Vogue posed to reporters Megan Twohey, 45, and Jodi Kantor, 47, whose 2019 book She Said has become a new film, directed by Maria Schrader and starring Carey Mulligan and Zoe. Simon is Simon Rasmussen, the editor in chief of Office magazine, and the wedding at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden on October 13 was fab on steroids. ![]() ![]() ![]() You probably recognize this term since it’s pretty universal. This blog post is available as a convenient and portable PDF that youĬlick here to get a copy. Let’s explore the varied world of French terms of endearment, cute French nicknames and all sorts of ways to show your love for someone. There are endless ways to express love for someone in French other than saying “je t’aime” (I love you). ![]() Looking for more baby name suggestions? Check out these other Good Housekeeping guides.JHow to Say “My Love” in French and 27 Other French Terms of Endearment Also, regions of France can work well as baby names - think Brittany, Normandy, Corsica or, most classic of all, Paris! French Girl Names Other ways to think outside the box: French movie stars have lovely names (think of the Oscar-nominated actress Isabelle Huppert). Ready to get inspired? Here’s a list of more original and beautiful French names to consider for your little one. Isabelle Huppert Marc Piasecki // Getty Images “For boys, many fast-rising names in France end in O, or the ‘O’ sound,” says Kihm. Other names that start with vowels also gained ground, including:įor boys, the letter “O” is hot right now. “Some of the fastest-rising names in France are girl names that start and end in A,” Kihm explains. The letter “A” appeals to a lot of French girl moms and dads. These names work equally well for any gender. Chandler is another cool, frontiersy name with connections across the pond, coming from the French word for "candle maker." Unisex names are particularly stylish. “Beau broke into the Top 100 in 2021, and fits into the current trends of ‘cowboy’ names and ‘handsome’ boy names, making it a popular choice among parents with varying name styles,” says Kihm. It’s all about Beau, which has a cool Western swagger that many French parents are choosing for their sons. Even non-saint names are ascribed name days in France, and French baby name books will list the corresponding name day in every entry.” Kihm reports that these are popular saints’ names in France right now:īoys’ names, on the other hand, are following a “Cowboy Trend.” “In France, many children are given saints’ names, which are connected to a name day - typically, the saint’s feast day. “In terms of French naming practices, saints have a big impact,” says Kihm. Westend61 // Getty Images Girls’ names with religious roots are a major trend. These are the latest statistics, from the most current data available, which was 2021, but these names still reign. These are the most popular names in France. What could be sweeter? For whatever reason, if you're looking for a name from across the pond, here are some top french names for babies in 2023. Plus, French names are romantic – Amour, a name that suits any gender, means “love” in English. French names also have a musical quality as you pronounce them: The name Chanson, for example, literally translates as “song” in English. Think Jules, for instance - a timeless choice. They sound sophisticated, which is a great quality if you’re searching for a striking gender-neutral name. Top 100, and names such as Elodie, Margot, Sylvie, Juliette, Estelle, Colette, Soleil, Esme, Louise, Rosalie and Celine are very fashionable rising choices,” Kihm adds.įrench names have a lovely sense of mystique. “French girl names including Josephine, Eloise, Sophie and Adeline are all in the U.S. baby boy’s name last year, was also the eighth most adopted name for French baby boys as well. What’s more, Noah, the second most popular U.S. baby names list for girls, at number 3 and number 7, respectively. According to the Social Security Administration, the French girl’s names Charlotte and Ava made the top 10 most popular U.S. “In the internet age, the world is getting smaller, and parents are placing higher value on names that work in multiple contexts - particularly if a child will be raised among multiple cultures.”Īmerican parents are already following this trend. “The overarching trend right now in France, and elsewhere in Europe, is cross-cultural names - those that work in various languages,” says Sophie Kihm, editor-in-chief of the baby name site Nameberry. Not only are French names beautiful, they translate pretty much everywhere. So it should come as no surprise that if you’re searching for a stylish baby boy name or baby girl name, a French-inspired moniker might just be la perfection! France is definitely one of the most fashionable places on earth, home to Chanel, Balenciaga and Emily in Paris. ![]() ![]() ![]() Carcass weights will be fundamental in determining total beef production. The latest report shows carcass weights at 860# up 2# from prior week and 4# under last year. The report is published each Tuesday and includes the previous week’s change in carcass weights and quality grading. ![]() ![]() The Comprehensive Fed Cattle Weekly Report offers the most current information on the current status of fed cattle being harvested. Beef producers are able to measure the marketing price for their cattle compared to the national averages. The report summarizes the distributed price levels for each category of sale such as Negotiated/Formula/Forward Contracts. On Tuesday of each week, USDA releases a weighted average price report for all cattle sold the previous week. Prices opened lower but closed flat with Friday’s close.īenchmarking. The weather forecast is pointing to some decline in the extreme temperatures of this month.Ĭattle Futures. Box prices normally find a bottom for the summer following Labor day. The upcoming weeks will continue smaller slaughter levels leading up to Labor day. The summer heat wave is doing little to help beef demand. The slaughter reduction from last year is dramatic with this past week’s slaughter 47,000 head under last year. The slaughter this past week was 619,000 down 5,000 head from the previous week further impacting processing margins as cost/head to process moves higher in the nation’s beef plants. The spread between the worst pen in Kansas and the top sales in Nebraska could be $8 cwt., but for a proper comparison, the returns from all the grid and formula cattle need to be included. When considering all cattle sold in Kansas last week benchmarked against all cattle sold in Nebraska, the average price obtained by Kansas owners would not be $8 under Nebraska. The reality is cattle are moving from Kansas to Nebraska and Colorado at much narrower spreads that those found on USDA reports. Freight prices are high and there would be some loss of carcass yield but the numbers don’t fit. The notion that cattle in Kansas are worth $178 when their northern mates bring $186 is preposterous. Kansas is not without high quality cattle. Dressed sales were once again mainly at $294-5 with a few sales down to $292. Northern live sales were mainly $186-188 while southern sales were mainly at $179 with extremely light volumes in all areas. For last week most prices were steady to $1 lower. Asking prices will be higher in all areas as packers enter the week with short inventories. There will be a track event every day of the fair except July 20.The Monday show lists were down for Texas and Kansas and up for Nebraska. Track events, which are an additional $10, include tractor pulls, bull riding and demolition derbies. So, with family friendly fun in mind, here are the top 5 things to see at this year's Ag Expo & Fair, as suggested by the organizers. The fair will be held at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center on Sharpsburg near Boonsboro. with crafts, farm activities, face painting and more. ![]() The Kids Festival will be July 19 from 2 to 5 p.m. The fair will be accommodating fairgoers with sensory needs during this time by being quieter, calmer and less crowded than it is normally so people can see the animals and tour the fairgrounds. The Ag Expo is starting a new tradition this year with Sensory Friendly Day on July 21 from 10 a.m. “It’s important for people to know where their food comes from … agriculture plays a large part in our lives.” “Agriculture is one of Maryland’s biggest industries, and it clearly is in Washington ,” Spithaler said. ![]() |
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