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Corder elevator expands after first year The 500,000 bushel tank on the right is one of two constructed this summer at Ray-Carroll location in Corder. The facility has a 6,000-hour bushel grain drier and during harvest will fill ground piles first where the grain will be tarped. (Sarah Reed/Missouri Farms)
Story by Sarah Reed Missouri Farms ows of sleepy hills stretch across the coutryside of Route 20 — the mid-section of the state where landscape gives way from the rocky inclines of southern Missouri to the plains of the north. It's here where the 1-year-old grain elevator near Corder towers above farmland. Opened by Ray-Carroll Grain Growers, Corder is the company's 11th location. In it's first year of operation, the facility has seen enough business to put expansion plans into motion. “We're expecting a lot of traffic here. Weather conditions are perfect right now for growers,” Location Manager Josh Riley said in an interview
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early last month. The facility was operating with a 1.4 millionbushel storage capacity. This summer, two 500,000-bushel tanks were added, as well as an anhydrous plant. Now, the facility is moving into its third stage of development. “Our stage three project is our 1 million bushel ground pile that will be completed by the first of September,” Riley noted. Thursday morning, Aug. 14, crew members were well into its construction. A circular cement footing that will support 4-foot tall retaining walls was already formed, and workers chipped into the ground where one of two towers will be built. By harvest season, a conveyor will shift corn
from the bin to the pile, where it will be covered with a tarp and stored. By mid-September, storage at the facility will have more than doubled in size — mushrooming from a 1.4 million to 3.5 million-bushel capacity. “We market our grain anywhere from Arkansas to Mexico,” Riley said. “It gives us a chance to market differently and create more value for the farmer. The more we can make, the more we can pay out.” The growth will give the Corder facility the ability to store longer. The benefit is expected to impact a range of customers in the long run. “We're not going to have to push our grain out the door as fast as we have just to keep Continued on page 4
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Below: Crew members prepare the base of a tower that will be constructed at the edgoe of a ground pile at RayCarroll’s Corder location. After grain has been stored and covered, officials will check the quality each week. Later, an outside company will auger it onto trucks, drive it to the other side of the facility where it will be loaded onto trains. (Sarah Reed/Missouri Farms)
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pace,” Riley explained. “Different times in the market pay differently, and the new space allows the opportunity to take advantage of that.” Riley's estimation of weather conditions was on-target. Missouri's crop progress and condition, as reported by the USDA, reflects the ideal weather farmers saw early in the season. As of the week ending Aug. 10, corn progress in the state was higher than that of the same time last year. Corn was rated at 50 percent good and 33 percent excellent, while soybeans were rated at 56 percent good and 20 percent excellent. For the West Central District, USDA reported corn dough at 88 percent, corn dented at 43 percent, soybeans blooming at 94 percent and soybeans setting pods at 54
percent. While additional space allows for flexibility in marketing, Riley indicated another benefit. “This also gives us the advantage in whole grain (to) sell when the market is up …,” he said. The facility's service area stretches out roughly 100 miles. It is one of Ray-Carroll's few shuttle elevators. With a rail car capacity of 120, it utilizes Kansas City Southern Railroad to move product out of its centralized zone. It expansion is indicative of healthy regional fields. And as crew members work toward their goal, officials look forward to harvest, when the fields are shed of their grain and farmers reap the benefits long term. Contact Sarah Reed at concordiannews@centurytel.net Note: Kelly Melies contributed information to this story.
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MU Extension Corner Storage problems likely with bumper corn crop
Linda Geist MU Extension COLUMBIA, Mo. – Farmers should look now for storage options for 2014’s
bumper corn harvest. University of Missouri Extension specialist Bill Wiebold said farmers may hold onto corn this year to sell it when prices increase. Corn is trading at about $3.60 a bushel, down from the record of more than $8.30 a bushel in 2012. The most recent USDA Crop Report predicts Missouri corn harvest at 160 bushels per acre, the second highest yield on
record. Production is expected to be up 22 percent, 24 bushels per acre, from 2013. Growing conditions were favorable in the 18 states that produce 91 percent of the nation’s corn. And some producers still have 2012 corn crop in bins, Wiebold said. Richard Fordyce, Missouri agriculture department director, said Thursday at the
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State Fair that the state’s Grain and Inspection and Warehousing Division is reaching out to farmers and commercial grain elevators to help. “It’s got to go somewhere,” he said. Some corn in the Bootheel region of Missouri has already reached black layer stage of development
them with wood and adding moisture-proof liners. Others are contracting with commercial grain elevators for storage. Some are considering plastic bag tubes, temporary plastic bag storage systems up to the length of a football field and 7-8 feet in diameter.
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an attempt to gain access to corn. This allows rain or snow to enter the tube and cause damage. Drying means extra costs and tubes cost about 7-8 cents per bushel, similar to the cost of commercial storage. However, producers incur extra labor costs and corn is reduced in
Some corn in the Bootheel region of Missouri has already reached black layer stage of development ...
and shelling may begin as early as next week, said Anthony Ohmes, MU Extension agronomy specialist in Cape Girardeau County. Frank Wideman, MU Extension natural resources engineer, said Bootheel-area farmers are talking about alternative ways to store corn. “A lot of the farming community would like to hold onto grain in hopes that prices improve over the winter,” Wideman said. Some are modifying existing structures such as machine sheds or hay barns, he said. These structures are not intended for grain storage but producers are fortifying
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They are meant to hold grain for one season, Wideman said. He said silage has been stored in these tubes for several years. There are differences between corn and silage storage, however. Silage and corn with high moisture content can be successfully stored in tubes for feeding to livestock. Corn must be dried prior to storage if it is to be sold later. Corn storage in tubes has some risk including fermentation. Unlike silage that is packed tightly, corn can be damaged when animals and birds put holes in the tubes in
quality and quantity. A vacuum-type conveyor can be used to suck it up and blow it into a grain truck. A tractor with a front-end loader also can be used to load corn into the grain truck. Labor costs increase and value decreases with either method. Farmers stored 11.78 billion bushels of grain on farms in 2012, according to the latest data available from the USDA. That was up 20 percent from 2002. Rail traffic and other transportation issues also are likely for producers and commercial grain handlers this year, Wiebold said.
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PREPPING THE HERD FOR COLDER MONTHS Story by Lucas Johnson Staff Writer
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ith summer drawing to a close, livestock owners begin to prepare their animals for the colder months to follow during the upcoming winter.
According to Dr. Jon Schroeder of the Concordia Veterinary Clinic, some of the necessary preparations are ensuring that one’s cattle herd is going into the winter with a good body condition. Ensuring one’s cattle are not too thin and are able to compete with the rest of the herd is critical for the cattle’s best chance of surviving the colder months. Worming and parasite control are other aspects to take into account. Schroeder suggests October through November is a good time frame for the animal to get rid of any parasites they may have picked up during the warmer summer months. Lice control is best suited for the fall season, as they tend to multiply during the winter. Vaccinations are contingent upon the calving schedule. If the herd is to be calved in the fall, you will need to give the cow a vaccine that will produce more resistance in the cows colostrum. Also, Schroeder mentioned a “Vitamin AD” or a “multi min 90” injection are good options to increase
Dr. Jon Schroeder, of Concordia Veterinary Clinic, adjusts a hydraulic squeeze chute,
trace elements and allow the cow to produce strong colostrum, as well as decrease the time it takes for the cow to recover from calving. For spring time vaccinations, E. coli and pink eye vaccines are common. With the multitudes of vaccine options avail-
which is used to make handling cattle safer and efficient. (Sarah Reed/Missouri Farms)
able on the market the cost can vary slightly. “Nine dollars to $12 would be what I call the minimum per head,” Schroeder stated. Schroeder also cautions that at any time you introduce a foreign substance
into an animal — such as a vaccine — there is always a possibility of an allergic reaction. Because of this, one needs to be aware if the animal begins to display abnormal behavior after the vaccination. Some other aspects to be aware of for the coming months is the amount of endoContinued on page 7
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to display abnormal behavior after the vacci-
nation. Some other aspects to be aware of for the coming months is the amount of endophyte — a type of fungus — in the fescue that will be fed to the cattle. Higher endophyte levels can affect circulation in the animal and cause a con-
dition known as “fescue foot.” Cold snaps are also a possibility during extreme temperatures. Schroeder elaborated that poor circulation caused by higher endophyte levels in the food further compounds on the cold weather risk, and loss of ears, toes and sometimes even feet can be possibilities due to cold snaps.
When it comes to the elements, Schroeder said, “the worst thing you can have is a barn.” Schroeder explains when cattle are confined in a barn they begin to crowd up and humidity levels begin to rise. Combined with the warm atmosphere in the barn and cattle excrement, organic organisms in the soil begin to
form and create infections. “The best thing you can have is a lean-to,” Schroeder said. A way to block the north and west winds and, if possible, a dry place to lay are the best option for cattle during winter. Some final advice from Schroeder is to invest the time to prop-
erly vaccinate, worm and neuter your cattle at least three weeks before taking them to the sale barn. Schroeder mentioned it is becoming common practice to reduce the price per head if the animal is not fully prepared before sale. Contact Lucas Johnson at ljohnson@marshallnews.com
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Rural Lifestyles A one-acre field of sunflowers on the Gary and Judy Beissenherz farm, southeast of Concordia, was in full color in July. Beissenherz and his son, Nathan, planted the sunflowers to attract doves for the annual dove hunting season, which begins Sept. 1. (Photos courtesy of Gary Beissenherz)
Dove season opener likely to draw crowds JEFFERSON CITY — With the 2014 dove hunting season opening on a national holiday, the Missouri Department of Conservation urges hunters to pay special attention to safety. Dove-hunting season opens on Sept. 1 each year. This year, that date happens to coincide with Labor Day. Conservation areas with good dove habitat often draw large crowds on opening day, even in years when dove opener falls on a weekday. A holiday opener guarantees that some fields will be crowded, and the Conservation Department wants to be sure hunters put safety first. “The more hunters in a field, the less space between them,” says Conservation Department Hunter Education Coordinator Kyle Lairmore. “You can hunt safely in a crowded field, but it requires extra care.” Lairmore says things to keep in mind when hunting near others include maintaining safe spacing of at least 50 yards between hunters. If you can’t find a spot with this spacing, wait at the entrance to the field until another hunter leaves and take his or her place. He also recommends arriving early enough to talk with other hunters before shooting time. Find out who has hunting dogs, and agree on safe zones of fire. It’s also important to take other hunters’ presence into account when choosing shots at doves. Don’t take low-angle shots that could send pellets toward other hunters. Wear shooting or safety glasses to protect
your eyes from any stray shot, and warn nearby hunters before leaving your location or sending your dog to retrieve downed birds. Resource Scientist Tom Thompson is the Conservation Department’s dove specialist. He says hunters are likely to find plenty of doves this year, thanks to more moderate weather than during the summers of 2012 and 2013. Missouri has enjoyed more normal rainfall and temperatures than in the past two years. However, Thompson notes that the spring of 2014 was cooler than normal, which can cause doves to nest later. Doves are prolific nesters, often raising several clutches of two eggs each in a summer, so with favorable conditions, they can make up for a late start. Overall, Thompson says he doesn’t expect significantly more doves than last year statewide. He mentioned some significant regional differences. The 2014 dove hunting season runs through Nov. 9. The daily limit is 15, and the possession limit is 45. Mourning doves make up the vast majority of Missouri’s dove harvest, but Eurasian collared doves and white-winged doves also are found in Missouri and are legal during dove season. All hunters age 16 through 64 must buy a smallgame hunting permit to pursue doves. Dove hunters 16 and older also must have a Missouri Migratory Bird Hunting Permit. Additional details about dove hunting
are contained in the 2014 Migratory Bird Hunting Digest, which is available at Conservation Department offices, permit vendors or at mdc.mo.gov/node/2454. The Conservation Department bands approximately 2,500 birds annually as part of a nationwide effort to create a dove-management database. Approximately 11 percent of those doves are recovered and reported, mostly by hunters. Data from band recoveries drive a wide array of analytical processes that directly affect mourning-dove regulations. By reporting band numbers, hunters are helping manage our dove resource for future generations. The most important thing dove hunters can do to improve their sport is to check every bird they shoot for a leg band and report any they find at reportband.gov, or by calling 800-327-BAND (2263). Hunters may keep the band. The Conservation Department manages more than 700 fields on 93 CAs managed specifically for doves. This involves planting sunflowers and other crops to provide high-energy food for doves. Reports from CA managers across the state show many of these fields will be in good to excellent condition on Sept. 1. For a list of managed dove fields, maps and contact information for area managers, visit mdc.mo.gov/node/8905. The dark, red meat of mourning doves has a rich flavor similar to that of ducks and geese. For dove recipes, visit mdc.mo.gov/node/4605.
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“When you’re here, you’re in the breadbasket of the country,” he said. “You go an hour any other direction and it is not as good as here.” His pride in family also kept him in the area. “The ground was here and the family was here, so there was no need to go anywhere else,” Peel said. Peel and his wife, Lori, have been married for almost 25 years and have two children, Spencer and Jensen. Spencer is a senior at Slater High School and active in FFA. Jensen is a sophomore and active in 4-H and FFA. Peel said his row crops are looking good and he expects to start harvesting corn soon. His children will be heading back to school and his wife, who’s a gifted instructor for Marshall Public Schools, will head back to school as well. “Things will calm down around here,” he said. Come harvest time though, he and his full-time employee, Sheldon Gerlt, who has worked for Peel for six years now, will be busy with trucking grain to Central Missouri AGRIServices in Slater. Gerlt began working with Peel when he was 16 years old. Peel said he’s more like a member of the family and a good boy. Peel is a board member of Central Missouri AGRIService LLC, which is a joint venture of Fletcher Grain Company of Marshall, MFA Incorporated of Brunswick and Cooperative Association No. 1 of Slater. He is also the director of the local U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service. Peel and his family are members of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Marshall. Contact Rachel Knight at rknight@marshallnews.com
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Lessons in life through the years
Marcia Gorrell Guest Columnist As a child, I hated August. It was hot, humid and represented the month summer ended and school began. For my children’s sake, I still don’t like the back-to-school part. Despite that, August has become one of my favorite months of the year, because it represents the calm before the “storm” – also known as harvest. Although there have been exceptions, normally in August the crops are planted and sprayed, most of the hay has been baled and the road banks have been mowed. Cows and calves have been worked, and, God willing, they have enough grass to keep them satisfied for awhile. August is the month many farmers take a vacation, visit the state fair or just enjoy a few hours of downtime. I learned this lesson quickly when my intended and I began discussing our wedding date. I soon realized my fantasy June wedding would remain just that – a fantasy. “We might still be planting, putting up hay, etc, etc.??.” I naively asked about July. I soon learned, we could still be planting,
putting up hay, etc. With that discussion, and realizing the only other non-busy farmer months included snowstorms, we picked Aug. 4, 1984. As we celebrated 30 years a few weeks ago, I realized I’ve learned at least 30 things about farming and life. In fact, most of what I learned as a transformed city girl, I never knew I didn’t know. The first thing I learned was perhaps the hardest of all – dirt is our life and would be for the rest of my years. Since that first week, I learned dirt had an impor-
general sense. One rule they need to understand – don’t let me see you in my yard and especially my house – ever. 4. Animals smell, learn to like it. 5. After a long day of harvest, it’s not a good time to bring up the broken dishwasher to Hubby. Morning, or perhaps sometime in December, is a better time. 6. The barn buys the house, the house doesn’t buy the barn. I’ve learned it’s the truth, even though I don’t always like it. 7. If it’s tax deductible, it’s apparently part of the
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kets on the radio either. 14. Although they call it working cows, the truth is they work us. And it’s messy and tiring and did I mention - messy. 15. Newly-mowed hay and silage both smell really good. 16. There is no better place to raise a child than on a farm. Farm kids don’t get bored, or if they do, they learn to not say anything and keep playing video games, lest someone find them a job. 17. Everyone, including most of the animals; dogs, cats and yes, even
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tant role in our work. But I also learned dirt would be an integral part of my life, as well. It would coat my car, my clothes and invade my home. At first I resisted, and dusted and vacuumed and fretted. Eventually, I embraced my fate – maybe too well. I realized this last week, when unable to find a pencil, I absentmindedly balanced my checkbook on the kitchen table writing in the dust … oops. Through the years the lessons have continued.
2. Harvest is long, try to look up a few times and admire the fall leaves – it helps. 3. Spiders, snakes, mice, flies and a variety of other creatures live on the farm too. And I’ve mostly learned to live with that in a
above-mentioned “barn.” If it’s not, it’s the house – nonnegotiable. 8. Weather is constant but always changing. And it takes 37 weather apps, 7 satellite channels and 3 radio stations to know what the next day will bring. And usually they are all wrong. 9. Never talk (or breathe) during the weather broadcast. (See above.) 10. Color matters when it comes to farm equipment, crops and hats. 11. The free hats are important. Never throw any of the 2,492 away or your farmer will need that immediately. 12. The free hats aren’t really free. 13. The “market” doesn’t mean Safeway. And by the way, don’t talk when they are reporting the mar-
snakes, have work to do on a farm. (Note to hard-working snakes – please see number 4 above.) 18. Farm work is never done. 19. Answering invitations should always be done with a disclaimer: If we aren’t in the field, if the cows aren’t delivering a calf, if the creek doesn’t flood or if we are done with harvest. 20. People in the country know what “in the field” means. They also understand the difference between sow and sew, call the noon meal, “dinner” and the evening meal “supper.” 21. A picnic in the field next to combine will be more of a special memory than any meal in a five-star restaurant. 22. Some of the best and perhaps most-needed
conversations with children and husbands take place in a tractor cab. 23. Shag carpeting make the best “fields” for farm boys and their toys. 24. Humor is important – on the farm and in life. (Important note: when Hubby is stuck in a tractor or has a breakdown or other mini-disasters, delay the laughter. It will be funny in a little while, like 10 years from now.) 25. A cool, wet summer, which brings abundant crops and green grass in August is a gift. Learn to savor it. 26. Food should be abundant and taste good. Presentation isn’t very important. And breakfast is important. 27. Customer service, honesty, morality and loyalty are still alive and well in the country. 28. Farm people have been eating “naturally” for generations. They are the original “foodies.” 29. There is no greater sight than a newborn calf learning to walk; a redbud brightening up the brown woods of winter, or a long row of green corn spiking through the warm soil. So enjoy the simple pleasures, they are the best. I’ve noticed almost without fail, long-time married couples always talk about “the good times and bad times” and the “ups and downs” of married life. They usually end the speech or interview, with claiming it’s all worth it. The most important thing I’ve learned in 30 years, is those people know what they are talking about.
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More power, more capacity in new combine line Combines are all about capacity - whether it's room in the grain tank or fuel capacity in the fuel tank for most farmers the answer is "the more the merrier." And for 2015 Case IH is stepping up with a new combine series that will feature upgrades in both of those areas. Nathan Weinkauf, NAFTA Combine Marketing Manager, comments: "As producers continue to achieve more yield per acre, Case IH combines match their capacity for even more efficient harvesting. The new Axial Flow 7240, 8240 and 9240 combines with larger engines deliver more power, more grain in the tank and more hours of uninterrupted operation." His comments were made in a media release announcing launch of the combine. Case IH continues to expand the number of machines that use its patented Selective Catalytic Reduction system that meets Tier 4 final engine emissions standards. The company's approach is an SCR-only design that's patented. The company also claims higher fuel economy with the new engine designs as well. In a media release the company detailed a range Case IH launches 240 combine of new features for the line. Here's a short list: series for 2015 harvest. Three More grain tank new models, top two have space: The 8240 and 9240 now feature a 410-bushel larger grain tanks too. grain tank. The larger tank (Contributed photo from Case IH) is mated to an auger with an unload rate of 4.5 bushels per second. Those bigger tanks are matched with higher load-rated tires for that added weight too. Better fuel capacity: With the new combustion process the new models offer improved fuel efficiency. The increased fuel tank capacity on all 240 series combines is designed to allow a full day of harvesting without refilling. A newly designed engine cooling system and vacuum aspirated rotating wand on the stationary air screen are designed for cooler operation and optimum engine efficiency. Power ramp-up: The engines are tuned for maximum horsepower, according to Case IH. The power plants will also have "very high levels of power rise, which ensure producers can unload on the go without slowing down," according to a media release. Easier operation: Case IH uses continuously variable transmission drives for efficient power transfer at the rotor and the feeder in the combine. With the bigger engines and up to 75-hp power rise, the CVT drives can handle the demand, the company reports. The CVT drive allows the operator to reverse the rotor to easily "de-slug" the machine. The CVT control of the feeder offers patented header to feeder ground speed control. Options too: New 2015 combines come pre-wired for a new camera kit that can be factory, or dealer, installed. Other options include 30-inch tracks for specialty crop harvesting, and a ladder extension. You can learn more about the new combines at caseih.com/axial-flow. (This story was published by Farm Industry News on Aug. 18.)
New boosted mid-range tractors Story by Jodie Wehrspann Farm Industry News Challenger officially announced the release of its new MT500E series large-frame tractors. The media got to preview the series last month at Agco’s Jackson, MN, tractor facility. The new MT500E series consists of five models that range from 185 to 255 maximum hp. Jon Slama, Agco marketing specialist for high-hp tractors, says the size makes it a versatile tractor for any farm. Power comes from a new line of AGCO POWER 6.6- and 7.4-liter diesel engines that meet Tier 4b emissions standards. The new 6-cylinder engines meet the required emissions cuts using selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology and a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC). Slama says this type of emissions technology makes the engines efficient in their use of diesel fuel and diesel exhaust fluid. The MT500E Series is available with either a CVT or AutoPower VI transmission. A new Engine Performance Management (EPM) system adds a 25 hp boost on demand, which is the power provided beyond
maximum hp. Along with the extra power, the company beefed up the hydraulics in these tractors. CVT models can be ordered with a hydraulic flow rate of up to 50 gpm, which is a lot for this size of tractor, for better control of large implements. The AutoPower VI is available with an optional 39 gpm system. Changes also were made inside the cab to give it the same commonality with the larger 600 series. The dash itself is easier to read. The setup and information screen (SIS) is 50 percent larger than before and has 10 times the resolution. Auto-Guide 3000 is fully integrated in the Tractor Management Center display. A “Go Mode� is designed to make first-time use easier. Front axle suspension travel is more than twice of what it was before to make the ride smoother and put more power on the ground. The Challenger MT500E series tractors will have their first public showing at the Farm Progress Show in Boone, IA. For more information, visit www.challenger-ag.us/. Contact Jodie Wehrspann at jodie.wehrspann@penton.com
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Farm safety for livestock Compiled by Bretta Gerlt Missouri Farms staff
Personal protective equipment Dressing properly when handling livestock is an essential step to protecting yourself and others. There are 26 bones in the human foot, all which can easily be crushed if stepped on by an animal, whether a 200 pound hog or a 2,000 pound bull. Be sure to invest in a sturdy pair of work shoes or boots with steel toe caps to prevent foot and ankle injuries. Non-skid soles can also combat uneven or wet footing, common to livestock facilities. Wearing gloves when working with animals is necessary to protect hands from vaccinations and chemicals, feces or diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans. This includes wearing surgical gloves when vaccinating or operating on animals, and cotton or leather gloves when working or loading live-
stock for transportation. Working with and feeding livestock tends to stir up dust into the air. “Farmer’s lung” is one of the most immobilizing diseases among farmers, specifically dairy farmers. Farmer’s lung is caused by inhaling the dust from moldy forages or grains usually hay. Depending on the amount, type and length of exposure, all dust can cause health issues for all those working in it. Farmer’s lung symptoms are often undetected for several hours after exposure. However, some dust carries antigens that begin to cause severe irritation to the lungs and respiratory system. The irritation is often confused with symptoms for bronchitis or pneumonia. If not treated quickly, the irritation can cause irreversible lung damage and possibly death. Wearing a dust mask when working with animals will keep the harmful dust out of your lungs.
Housekeeping Falls account for 18 percent of all animal-related accidents. Clear facilities and work areas of tripping hazards such as uneven walking surfaces, high door sills and disorderly alleyways and chutes to reduce time and labor requirements and to decrease risk of injury. Animals, domestic or wild, can be a cause of human illness. There are several diseases that can be transmitted between animals and humans. In indoor and confinement facilities, flooring should allow water to drain with ease. Slatted flooring allows the facility to be cleaned quickly and efficiently to eliminate chemical and animal waste. Continued on page 21
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John’s Jargon Q. A. by John Ortiz BASIC SOLUTIONS RESEARCH
In my last two articles I’ve been focusing on Biologicals and the what’s and why’s of how important they can be to your farming operation. Today, I want to step back a little bit and look at the bigger picture. I want to tell you why all of this will impact your future and how your farming business can benefit from the changes that are taking place today in our culture.
Q: It’s all about food, isn’t it? A: Yes. Occasionally, we get so deep into the woods that we forget we’re in the forest. I know I do, sometimes. Here at the Farm Research Center, we’ve been doing a lot of planning about our 2015 research and what it is that we want to learn from our soybean studies this year. There are many things to understand about soybeans for sure, but at the end of all of our efforts, everything we do is about the food that we produce for people to consume.
Q: What do growers and producers want? A: Growers and producers will tell you, “More yield and consistently high prices.” What do manufacturers and processors want? Manufacturers and processors will tell you, “More protein, more oil and a higher quality oil that doesn’t need hydrogenation ... and stable prices.” But there’s a third group whose voice is becoming more of a factor in all of this and that is the voice of the consumer. More and more consumers are transforming their diets, moving away from trans fats (hydrogenated oils) and turning to healthier choices. The clear trend is that consumers want even more choices. The people responsible for stocking the pantries and refrigerators of homes all across America (generally women, not to the exclusion of men, however) are making healthier choices for themselves and their families. They’re buying foods labeled “Trans Fat Free,” “Organic,” “Grass Fed,” “Low Fat,” “Sugar Free” and the like. Even my own wife has started buying a brand of milk that comes from cows that are given no growth hormones and “are provided a grazing area for their pleasure and comfort.” Pleasure and comfort... really? But she argues that it’s better for me and the kids and that I just need to drink it. So I drink it! I’ve teased her
over this quite a bit, but the truth is that she represents the typical consumer and the strong consumer trend towards healthier dietary choices.
Q: What does this have to do with my soybeans? A: I’m getting there. Late last year, the FDA announced that artificial trans fats in processed foods are not “generally
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recognized as safe” for use in food. We know where this is headed, don’t we? Legislation. Add to that what we already Regular Sale, know is happening with our food labeling law and the coming Saturday 11:00 requirement that will mandate that GMO ingredients be deSmall Animal Sale, clared on food packaging and the trend should be very clear. 1st & 3rd Saturday 2:00 “Consumers of the future will be more of a factor in what you TAKING grow and how you grow it.” That’s the bottom line here, guys. Special Cow Sale, If we don’t respond to consumer demand and adapt our prod2nd Friday night, 6:00 ucts to consumer needs, we run the risk of ending up like the Feeder Calf Sale, BUSINESS carriage wheel manufacturers of old did. Just to be clear, I am 2nd & 4th Saturday 11:00 not anti-GMO. In fact, the introduction of GMO technologies BY THE Owner : Chris & Eric Jones into farming practices have brought along quite a few benefits Field Reps : Brandon Eischeid & Frank Peterson HORNS that have made my work easier and I like that. Jonesbrotherslivestock.com • 660-886-9090 *Sale times & dates are subject to change, please check calendar for adjustments. Let me make a declaration: The soybeans you grow in the future will be different than the soybeans you grow today. I’ll explain. The U.S. soybean market has lost significant market-share over the past decade. Why? Because of conHave You Forgotten Something? sumer demand for foods prepared using healthier oils. HealthYour Septic tank needs attention. ier oils that are stable for processing without undergoing hydrogenation, which leads to finished products that contain It should be pumped every 3 years to trans fats. That very large decrease in market share has meant keep from damaging your lateral fields. an aggregate increase of market share for the likes of palm oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil and others. One thing to note is Taking Care of All Your Plumbing Needs that the cost of these alternative oils is quite a bit higher than Call LB Materials soybean oil. So the fact that manufacturers have needed to convert to those other oils has come with some pain for them. But 660-493-2838 they did it anyway so as to satisfy the demand of consumers. If no answer, leave us a message. Having said all that, are you seeing what I’m seeing here? After hours call 660-641-3550 What needs to happen to ensure a vital and prosperous soybean market into the future is that we need a “better soybean.” Not just any “better soybean.” A better soybean that is truly better for everyWe offer coverage that includes Norman Brunkhorst Agency, Inc. one, including growers, procoverage for buildings, American Star Certified Agency equipment and liability— ducers, manufacturers, Excellence In Customer Experience all at competitive rates. Call today processors and finally, con106 S Main St • (660) 463-7984 to get a quote to protect sumers. you and your farm. So, what’s the big Your dream is out there. Go get it. We’ll protect it. picture?
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date. MALs and LDPs provide financing and marketing assistance for wheat, feed grains, soybeans, and other oilseeds, pulse crops, rice, peanuts, cotton, wool, mohair and honey. MALs provide producers interim financing after harvest to help them meet cash flow needs without having to sell their commodities when market prices are typically at harvest-time lows. A producer who is eligible to obtain a loan,
but agrees to forgo the loan, may obtain an LDP if such a payment is available. Marketing loan provisions and LDPs are not available for sugar and extra-long staple cotton. There has not been an LDP rate in effect in Saline County for a number of years. But if posted county prices drop below loan rates, resulting in an LDP rate for a commodity, producers must have a signed form CCC-633 EZ page one on file at their FSA prior to losing bene-
ficial interest in the commodity, in order to receive the LDP. The 2014 Farm Bill also establishes payment limitations per individual or entity not to exceed $125,000 annually on certain commodities for the following program benefits: price loss coverage payments, agriculture risk coverage payments, marketing loan gains (MLGs) and LDPs. These payment limitations do not apply to MAL loan disbursements. Adjusted Gross In-
come (AGI) provisions were modified by the 2014 Farm Bill, which states that a producer whose total applicable three-year average AGI exceeds $900,000 is not eligible to receive an MLG or LDP. National and county loans rates for 2014 crops are posted on the FSA website at: www.fsa.usda.gov/pricesupport.
USDA announces the extension Milk Incove Loss Contract program for 2014 The USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) recently announced the extension of the Milk Income Loss Contract (MILC) program, which protects dairy farmers against income loss through Sept. 1, 2014, or until a new Margin Protection Program for dairy producers (MPP) is operational. Contracts for eligible producers enrolled in MILC on or before Sept. 30, 2013, are automatically extended until the termination date of the MILC program. Dairy operations with approved MILC contracts will continue to receive monthly payments if a payment rate is in effect. MILC compensates enrolled dairy producers when the Boston Class I milk price falls below
$16.94 per hundredweight (cwt), after adjustment for the cost of dairy feed rations. MILC payments are calculated each month using the latest milk price and feed cost, just as in the 2008 Farm Bill. The payment rate for October 2013 through January 2014 marketings is zero. Payment rates during the months after January 2014 until the termination of the MILC program will be determined as the appropriate data becomes available. FSA will provide producers with information on program requirements, updates and sign-ups as the information becomes available.
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Area youths rank in Mo. State Fair
Bailey Boland, 15, of Sweet Springs, receives the FFA 16 & Under Showmanship Award in the First Session Gilts in the FFA Swine Show at the 2014 Missouri State Fair Friday, Aug. 15. Boland is the daughter of Donald and Michelle Boland and is a member of the Sweet Springs FFA Chapter. She is a sophomore at Sweet Springs.
Cole Murphy, 11, of Houstonia, receives Showmanship Award in the 4-H Hereford Show at the 2014 Missouri State Fair Saturday, Aug. 9. Murphy also received Junior Showmanship in the Steer Show at the 2014 Missouri State Fair Tuesday, Aug. 12. Murphy is the son of Brent and DeEtta Murphy and is a sixth grader at Sweet Springs. He is a member of Kennedy 4-H Club.
Johnny Johnson, 14, of Slater, receives the FFA 16 & Under Showmanship Award in the FFA Swine Show at the 2014 Missouri State Fair Friday, Aug. 15. Johnson is the son of Jim and Lori Johnson and is a member of the Slater FFA Chapter. He is a freshman at Slater High School.
Dalton Edwards, 16, of Higginsville, receives Showmanship and Junior Futurity Second Place in the FFA Limousin Show at the 2014 Missouri State Fair Friday, Aug. 15. Edwards is the son of Richard Payne and Stacia Edwards-Payne and is a member of the Higginsville FFA Chapter. He is in the 11th grade at Higginsville High School.
Kade Plattner, of Marshall, receives the FFA Jr. Showmanship Award in the FFA Boer Goat Show at the 2014 Missouri State Fair Friday, Aug. 15. Plattner is the son of Randy and Anna Plattner and is a member of the Marshall FFA Chapter. (Photos contributed by Missouri State Fair)
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Fencing and panels must be kept in peak condition when working with crowded and/or excited livestock. A rusty nail or loose bolt can cause injury to farmers, as well as livestock, if rubbed against and could quickly create an infection. Repair all holes in pens before putting animals in a confined space, and be sure all pens, alleys, and chutes will permit animals to pass through without causing injury to their heads, backs, and sides.
Animals can sense when someone is scared or nervous around them. It’s important to show the animal respect, not fear. Because of their size and weight, they can be dangerous without intending to be. When working with animals, move slowly and lightly touch them to encourage them to move, instead of shoving or hitting them. And never prod an animal when it has nowhere to run. If you have to, always plan an escape route when working in close quarters with animals.
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Animals are calm and work well when they have an established routine to their day. Having the same feeding, milking or grooming time each day will tame an animal, and they will behave calmly. Animals sense their surrounding differently than humans. They have difficulty accurately judging distances, so one quick movement can easily spook them. Livestock have extremely sensitive hearing and can hear sound pitches that humans often cannot hear. This is why loud noises scare animals, and high frequencies can also hurt their ears. When paired with unknown surroundings, loud noises will cause animals to be edgy and uneasy.
Nothing can be more dangerous than dealing with a mother and her newborn. Most animals tend to be aggressive while protecting their young, so it’s necessary to be extra careful around newborn animals. Allow the mother time to get used to her baby before getting too close, unless there is a health concern that must be addressed immediately. Be sure to watch for signs of aggression for possible danger and always leave yourself an escape route when animals get aggressive.
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before taking off to your destination with an animal. Be sure every door is easily shut, to prevent overloading the weight limit on the trailer, also allowing the animals to have space and not overheat. Make sure all latches, chains and hooks are intact and functional at each entry point to the trailer. If the trailer has wood floorboards examine them to be sure there isn’t any rotting or holes in the floor. Once you have secured the trailer itself, investigate the towing vehicle, whether tractor or truck. Insure the trailer hitch is properly attached to the vehicle and the trailer jack is raised off the ground to prevent equipment damage. After the trailer is hooked to the towing vehicle, make sure all of the lights work and are correctly connected to the vehicle to ensure the safety of the animals, driver and others on the roads. When transporting animals, it is essential to allow plenty of time to arrive at your destination. Too often do accidents occur when actions are hurried and careless. Start early and give yourself plenty of time throughout the process to make it less stressful, for you and the animals.
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