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May 10, 2012 Issue 253-16-10

Come Spring at the Ryan Ranch, it’s Time to Round ’em up

NEBRASKAland Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Irrigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22

Weather Al Dutcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Country Living House Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Recipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

The Lighter Side Lee Pitts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Markets Grains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Government Report Government Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Ag Management Friends, family and neighbors of all ages gathered last Saturday at Eric and Hayley Ryan’s ranch north of Overton for branding day. Eric’s spring calves were branded and vaccinated in the morning. Then the group moved a few miles north to brand calves owned by his parents, Randy and Shirley.

Ehresman Heading We Support Agricultrue Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Livestock News Heartland Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Production News

By Lori Potter, The Kearney Hub OVERTON — Green rain-washed hills north of Overton roll away from the flat farm fields of the Platte Valley and into the heart of Nebraska’s cattle country.

Take away the paved two-lane road, power lines and driveways leading to modern homes every mile

or so, and the remaining landscape is much the same as when the first cattlemen in wide-brimmed hats, chaps and boots settled in central Nebraska.

On a Saturday morning decorated with irregular white lint clouds floating in the first blue sky seen for a few days, those cattlemen’s legacy was carried on at Eric and Hayley

Ryan’s ranch in a tradition nearly as old as Nebraska: Branding day.

Cows and calves were rounded up and sorted by experienced cowboys on calm, Ryan-trained horses.

Ryan relatives, neighbors and friends of all ages gathered. Prairie hay was scattered on damp ground

Nine Nebraska Cooperatives Made the Top 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Schedule of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Classifieds

Cattle Groups Study Brand Inspection Changes, But Don't Agree on What Needs Changing

By Lori Potter, The Kearney Hub KEARNEY - Leaders of two Nebraska cattle organizations agree that for many beef producers, branding works well as a management tool and confirmation of ownership.

"There are strategies and management practices where branding is extremely important and beneficial," said Nebraska Cattlemen Executive Vice President Michael Kelsey of Lincoln, especially when cattle graze in pastures and cornfields from which they sometimes wander.

"It identifies who they belong to and where they should be," Kelsey said.

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Dave Wright of Neligh, president of Independent Cattlemen of Nebraska, said ear tags also are used for identification, but a brand is permanent and more visible from a distance, especially on horseback.

However, the organizations differ in their opinions about possible changes to the brand inspection system.

Kelsey said Nebraska Cattlemen is studying whether some segments of the industry that don't rely on branding should be exempt from the inspection system.

"It's called a brand inspection, but it's an ownership inspection," Wright said, which should be used in all of Nebraska.

Currently, the brand inspection areas is roughly the western two-thirds of the state.

In December, Nebraska Cattlemen adopted a policy to consider modifying brand registration and inspection rules in ways that reflect how cattle ownership and management have changed since the Nebraska Brand Committee was created 71 years ago.

Kelsey said cattle commonly are moved several times in their lives and often are moved 300 to 400 miles from home for grazing, and go into and out of the brand inspection area.

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MARKET GLANCE Livestock and Products, Weekly Average

Crops, Daily Spot Prices Year Ago 4 Wks Ago 4/27/12

Nebraska Slaughter Steer 35-65% Choice, Live Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$116.78 Nebraska Feeder Steers, Med. & Large Frame, 550-600# . . . . . . . . . . . .157.75 Med & Large Frame, 750-800 # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134.25 Choice Boxed Beef, 600-750# Carcass . . . . . . . . . .184.56 Western Corn Belt Base Hog Price . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91.80 Feeder Pigs, National Direct, 50#, FOB . . . . . . . . . . . .* Pork Carcass Cutout, 185#, 51-52% Lean . . . . . . . .93.39 Slaughter Lambs, Ch. & Pr.,Heavy, SD Dir. . . . . . . . .190.00 Nat. Carcass Lamb Cutout, FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .406.63

127.00

120.91

182.70 186.48 154.88 151.85 184.65 190.00 80.44 79.03 * * 80.00 77.11 147.50 * 374.54 365.55

Wheat, No. 1, H.W. Imperial, bu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.75 Corn, No. 2, Yellow, Omaha, bu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.43 Soybeans, No. 1 Yellow Omaha, bu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.98 Grain Sorg. No. 2 Yellow, Dorchester, cwt . . . . . . . . .12.00 Oats, No. 2, Heavy Minneapolis, MN, bu. . . . . . . . . . .3.42

6.20 6.37 13.64 10.88 3.71

5.69 6.38 14.62 10.48 3.58

Hay (per ton) Alfalfa, Lrg. Sq. Bales Good to Prem., NE Neb. . . . . .140.00 Alfalfa, Lrg. Rounds, Good, Platte Valley, . . . . . . . . .72.50 Grass Hay, Lrg. Rounds, Premium, Neb., . . . . . . . . . . .* Dried Distillers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217.00 Wet Distillers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78.50 * No market.

225.00 225.00 145.00 145.00 97.50 97.50 215.00 231.50 77.50 77.75

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Heartland Express - Weather

May 10, 2012

Weather Commentary Provided By Al Dutcher—UNL, State Climatologist

Al Dutcher Report An upper air trough over the northern Rocky Mountains brought warm temperatures and periodic thunderstorm development to the state during the past two weeks. Much of eastern and central Nebraska saw 1.502.00 inches of moisture during the period, with totals approaching 4 inches in isolated Allen Dutcher pockets of the eastern Sandhills, south central, and northeast Nebraska. Considerably lighter totals were reported across western Nebraska with 0.50-1.50 inches of moisture common. There were pockets of heavier moisture in the 1.50-2.50 inch range across the southwestern Panhandle and upper Republican watershed. Frost and freeze conditions were reported across the northern Panhandle, western Sandhills, and pockets of west central Nebraska during the morning hours of 5/8 and 5/9. Initial reports indicate that alfalfa suffered damage, with damage probable for wheat in the heading stage.

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It will likely take several days to determine the extent of damage to wheat as university extension personnel conduct damage assessments..

Week One Forecast, 5/12 - 5/18: Weather models indicate that the cold front that passed through the state on 5/11 will continue its push southeastward on 5/12. Wrap around moisture with the associated surface low may produce shower activity across the southeastern ½ of the state, which should completely clear the state during the afternoon hours. High pressure at the surface and aloft is projected to dominate the central Plains through 5/16 and provide perfect planting conditions. A weak wave will pass south of the state on 5/17 and bring a slight chance for an isolated shower to extreme southeast Nebraska. A more potent system is projected to move into the west central Plains on 5/19.

Current model projections indicate that western half of the state will see showers and thunderstorms develop as the day progresses. If the models are correct, then severe weather including tornadoes will possible during the late afternoon and evening hours.

High Temperatures: 5/12 (mid 50'’s N - low 60's S), 5/13 (upper 50's NE - mid 60's W), 5/14 (mid 60's NE mid 70's W), 5/15 (low 70's E - low 80's W), 5/165/17 (upper 70's E - upper 80's W), 5/18 (mid 70's NE - mid 80's SW).

Week Two Forecast, 5/19 - 5/25: A more active pattern is currently projected by weather models for this period. The surface low projected to impact western Nebraska on 5/18 will migrate eastward during the day on 5/19. Showers and thunderstorms, some severe, are expected to hit the eastern half of the state and carry over into the first half of 5/20. Dry conditions should develop for the remainder of the day statewide and continue on 5/21. A slight chance of showers across extreme western Nebraska on 5/22 as another low pressure system approaches the west central Plains region. Showers will progress from west to east on 5/23 before clearing the state during the evening hours. Models currently indicate that precipitation should be less than 0.25 inches. A few pop up showers are possible across eastern Nebraska on 5/24 during the afternoon hours, but generally dry conditions are expected ruing the 5/24-5/25 time frame. High Temperatures: 5/19 (low 70's N - mid 80's S), 5/20 (upper 60's N - mid 70's S), 5/21 (upper 50's N upper 60's S), 5/22 (mid 60's NE - low 80's SW), 5/23 (low 70's NE - upper 80's SW), 5/24 (upper 70's E - low 90's NW), 5/25 (mid 70's E - mid 80's W).

Nebraska Weather and Crop Report Agricultural Summary: For the week ending May 6, 2012, producers made significant planting progress with favorable conditions, according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Nebraska Field Office. Above normal temperatures and limited precipitation allowed active field work and aided crop development. Corn planted jumped to near three-fourths complete with 25 percent emerged. Soybean planting was 29 percent complete and sorghum planted stood at 7 percent. Wheat jointed was 87 percent with one quarter of the crop headed, 19 days ahead of average. The first cutting of alfalfa continued 3 weeks ahead of average. Cattle have been moved to summer pastures.

Weather Summary: Temperatures averaged 9 degrees above normal across the state. High temperatures ranged from the mid 90’s in the southern half of Nebraska to lows of mid 30’s in the Panhandle. The East Central and Southeast Districts averaged over 1 inch of precipitation with other districts near half an inch or less.

Field Crops Report: Corn planting advanced to 74 percent complete, well ahead of last year’s 45 and one week ahead of 50 average. Corn emerged stood at 25 percent, well ahead of 3 last year and eight days ahead of 7 average.

Soybean planting was 29 percent complete, ahead of 11 last year and 10 average. Soybeans emerged were 3 percent.

Sorghum planting was 7 percent completed compared to 5 last year and 3 average.

Wheat jointed was 87 percent, well ahead of last year’s 40 and near three weeks ahead of 45 average. Wheat headed was 25 percent. Disease was a concern in parts of South Central and Southeast Districts. Wheat conditions rated 1 percent very poor, 5 poor, 28 fair, 55 good, and 11 excellent, above last year’s 46 percent good to excellent and 63 average.

Oats planted were at 96 percent, ahead of last year’s 91 and 92 average. Oats emerged were at 80 percent, well ahead of 57 last year and 65 average. Oats conditions rated 1 percent poor, 18 fair, 74 good, and 7 excellent.

The first cutting of alfalfa was 20 percent complete. Concerns were expressed over insect activity. Alfalfa rated 5 percent poor, 24 fair, 54 good, and 17 excellent, below last year’s 76 percent good to excellent and near 70 average.

Wild hay conditions rated 2 percent poor, 29 fair, 65 good, and 4 excellent.

Livestock, Pasture and Range Report: Pasture and range conditions rated 1 percent very poor, 6 poor, 32 fair, 55 good, and 6 excellent, below last year’s 65 percent good to excellent and 68 average.

May 10, 2012

Heartland Express - Country Living

On The Road

By Susan Hansen, Extension Educator, Colfax County Summer is near and family vacations may be around the corner. Eating as you travel can be challenging, depending on how you travel and where you travel. Your budget and dietary needs are also part of the puzzle.

When planning a vacation, some families set limits and budget for everything transportation, lodging, food, sightseeing and even souvenirs. However, there are many families who do not budget at all or only budget for part of the expenses (usually transportation and lodging). Budgeting for food expenses is either not done or else it is given up because of the frustrations.

When traveling, what kinds of foods do you want to eat? Do you want steak, hamburgers or pizza? Where do you want to eat restaurant, buffet, fast food, picnic? Answers

Country Cottage to these questions will help give you an idea of the expenses you may incur.

The expense that is the hardest to anticipate is snacks, particularly if every time the vehicle stops, the family heads for the convenience store or the vending machine.

Those soda pops and candy bars add up in price as well as empty calories. A better plan is to take along snacks. Not only is this a cheaper alternative but you also have more control over what is eaten.

I travel a lot with my job as well as for pleasure. Some of these adventures involve flying, which I enjoy. Snacks that I pack every time I fly are dried apricots, granola bars and a water bottle. I’ve sat in airports waiting for a delayed flight way too many times to not take along snacks. Otherwise, there are too many temptations at a fairly high cost in the terminals. My planned, take along snacks help tide me over until I can get a decent meal.

Eating For Energy

By Susan Hansen, Extension Educator, Colfax County Improve your walking program by eating healthy, energy-rich foods. Choose foods with complex carbohydrates and fiber to provide energy before the walk, during the walk and after the walk.

Avoid eating a large meal right before starting a walk. Allow time for the food to begin the digestion process. On the other hand, don’t walk on an empty stomach.

Instead, eat a light snack of the foods listed below or other foods with complex carbohydrates. Sugar is a simple carbohydrate and will give you quick energy but little else so stay away from candy, cookies, cakes and soda pop when looking for energy sources.

Try FRESH FRUITS such as an apple, orange, banana, pear, peach, kiwi.

Or, FRESH VEGETABLES such as carrots or peas.

Consider eating WHOLE GRAINS either alone or with a protein. Examples include: • Bowl of cereal with lowfat milk • Crackers and peanut butter • Small bowl of popcorn • Slice of toast • Sandwich with lean protein meat If you will be walking for over an hour, consider taking a small snack with you. The same is true if you walk to a location (for example, the park or an athletic event) where you may spend one to three hours before walking home.

After your walk, you may need a light snack as well, depending on how long you walked, the intensity of the walk and when the next meal is scheduled.

Remember to include water. While water does not provide energy, it is vital to our body and its functions. Drink water before and after your walk. Taking a water bottle with you is a good idea.

Crabgrass, Grubs Arrive Ahead of Schedule

By Nancy Gaarder Warmer-than-normal soil temperatures have given more than lawns, shrubs and trees a jump on the growing season.

Crabgrass, grubs and other scourges of the landscape also are ahead of schedule, throwing off-kilter normal regimens for applying pesticides. Zac Reicher, a professor of turf grass science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, said soil temperatures have climbed as much as 22 degrees above normal this spring, based on readings at university's John Seaton Anderson Turf Center near Mead.

Soil temperature measurements at 4 inches of depth, where seeds germinate, have averaged above-normal since at least the first of the year, he said.

There's little that landscapers can do right now, he said. Even though the first of May is normally when preemergence herbicides are applied, it's too late now, he said. Instead, a mix of pre- and postemergence herbicides can be used sequentially to control the seeds yet to sprout.

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People should keep their lawns mowed no shorter than about 3 inches of grass height.

"I know it sounds boring, but that's the best thing you can do," he said. "Mow it to 3 inches and keep it there all year."

Mowing shorter than that deprives grass of sufficient leaf to maximize the photosynthesis essential for healthy lawns. Mowing shorter, to 2 inches or so, actually causes grass to grow faster. Kathleen Cue, horticulturist for the UNL Extension in Sarpy and Douglas Counties, said tomatoes recently planted should be fine. Soil temperatures below 50 degrees can damage roots, leaving a plant that looks normal but has less vigor, she said. Even though overnight temperatures may dip below 50 degrees, soil temperatures should remain warm enough, she said.

Cue said most shrubs and trees can still be pruned. The exception, she said, is oak trees.

Those should not be pruned until winter, when they return to dormancy. Otherwise, the tree is more susceptible to oak wilt.

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Heartland Express - The Lighter Side

May 10, 2012

• IT’S THE PITTS by Lee Pitts • Miss Management

by Lee Pitts

I just read an article that said women want to take a more active interest in ranch and farm operations. That’s great, I was thinking, I’m all for women feeding hay out the back of the truck while I drive, hoeing invasive weeds and digging more post holes. But when I read further a scary feeling crept over me. It seems that what women really want is to be the boss.

“Whoa, Nellie,” I say.

According to the article, women are now the head man, so to speak, on 14% of all American farms and ranches and that reflects an increase of over 30% during the past six years. I’m warning you guys, give the females even a small opening and before you know it we’ll all be working for them! I can see it now, instead of meeting at the coffee shop, female farm bosses will meet at Starbucks every morning and plot how they’re going to harass us while they’re drinking their four dollar triple latte frappewhatevers.

I must admit that I’m partly to blame. I was the State President of the California FFA around the time we let females join and I supported their inclusion. What was I thinking? It proved to be a big MISStake!

Little did I know that in a matter of months they’d be whipping us in everything from livestock judging to speaking contests.

Back then our officer team was all male, but now I routinely see state officer teams that are all female, or perhaps with one

token male. And the last time I spoke at my college alma mater to an animal science class it was 85% female! In an animal science class! What’s the world coming to?

Where were the guys, getting in touch with their feminine side, Facebooking, Tweeting or having a massage?

We should be s-o-o-o-o ashamed.

This was the diabolical female’s plan all along with all this women’s rights and political correctness stuff. First they got us using hair gel, wearing earrings and watching chick flicks and before you knew it we were doing the vacuuming. Now even Chaz Bono looks more masculine than half the men I know. And he’s a girl. Or at least he used to be. It was all part of women’s master plan to turn us all into girlie-men so that they can take over the world.

Pitiful, I say, just pitiful.

To maintain our natural leadership position I tried to think of an area where we men excelled women when it came to being boss. At first, I couldn’t think of any, but then it hit me. Our strength is our strength. Brute strength, that is. Now, I’m fully aware that there are some HGTVwatching husbands who have to have their wives open the Miracle Whip and pickle jars for them, but for the most part I think that most ranchers are still stronger than their wives. (If you’re not, shame on you!)

It’s a fact that we are bigger and stronger and that’s why you don’t see any women

playing defensive tackle in the NFL. At least not yet. (Although I have seen some women pro basketball stars who I wouldn’t want to meet in an alley late at night.)

I know, I know, there are many women who run tiptop operations without any help from men whatsoever. They can rope, ride and ranch with anyone. But so far they are in the minority and we have to keep it that way. Here’s my plan: don’t brand your calves until they weight at least 400 pounds and make the women work the ground crew all day. After they break a few fingernails we might lose some. We need to make all feed and seed sacks weigh at least 100 pounds. Our horses need to be more rank and wild and we menfolk should refuse to fill gas tanks when they’re empty because most women hate getting diesel on their hands.

I’m not talking about a rural cleansing, we‘ll still need a few women to do the things we don’t want to do. Heaven knows we need their organizational skills. But we simply can’t allow them to take over, as they have done in the FFA. While men still control both houses of Congress we need to preserve our only advantage by passing legislation banning physical education, wrestling and weightlifting for women. And no mirrors or curtains in tractor cabs. And don’t let them use your socket set either, you big pansy.

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Beef Recipes Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff 2 lbs beef stew meat 1 large onion, chopped 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 can condensed cream of onion soup 1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 (8 ounce) container cream cheese, cubed 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream 6 cups hot cooked noodles or rice Mix beef, onion, soups, mushrooms and pepper into slow cooker. Cover and cook on low heat for 8 to 10 hours or until beef is very tender.

Stir cream cheese and sour cream into beef mixture until cream cheese is melted. Serve beef mixture over noodles or rice.

Irish Pub Beef Stew 1 1/2 lbs beef, cut into chunks 1/4 cup butter 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can tomato soup 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can water 4 carrots, cut into chunks 4 large potatoes, cut into chunks 2 stalks celery, cut into chunks 4 onions, cut into chunks 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped fine 1/4 cup good quality cooking sherry 2 bay leaves Preheat oven to 300째F degrees. In a heavy skillet brown the beef in the butter over medium high heat. Add the soup and water and stir well.

Add the rest of the ingredients and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring once.

Transfer to a cast iron dutch oven or oven proof pot and cook in the oven, covered for 5 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven, remove bay leaves and serve with Irish Soda Bread and butter.

Beef and Pasta Bake 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, chopped 2 slices bacon, fat removed and finely chopped 1 carrot, finely chopped 1 pound minced beef 1-14oz condensed tomato soup 1/3 cup tomato paste 1 tablespoon tomato sauce (ketchup) 1 teaspoon oregano Spiral shaped pasta (uncooked) 1 cup grated cheddar cheese Preheat oven to 350째F. Heat oil in large pan; cook onion, garlic, bacon and carrot, stirring, til carrot is just tender - about 8 minutes. Add mince and cook, stirring, til mince changes colour; then add undiluted soup, tomato paste, sauce and oregano and simmer, covered, about 15 mins or til mixture has thickened slightly. While beef mixture is simmering, cook pasta and drain. Stir pasta into beef mixture, then spoon into 8 cup capacity ovenproof dish and sprinkle with cheese.

Bake, uncovered, for 15 mins or until browned slightly.

Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry 3/4 lb beef, cut into very thin strips 3 cups broccoli florets, bite sized 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 1/2 tablespoons white sugar 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 egg white, beaten until frothy 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons sherry wine 1/4 cup oyster sauce 3 -4 tablespoons vegetable oil In a medium mixing bowl add together the beef strips and soy sauce. Mix to be sure all the beef is coated. Add the sugar and pepper, stirring for 3 minutes to be sure each piece is evenly coated and sugar is dissolving. Add the whipped egg white and slowly stir in the cornstarch, again stirring for 3 minutes to make sure the beef is evenly coated. Cover and let stand in the fridge for 3 hours, stirring well after 1 and 1/2 hours. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Bring a wok to medium high heat. Par boil the broccoli for 1 minute. Drain in colander in sink. Add 2 T. oil and garlic to wok and quickly"mush" around. Stir fry the broccoli until tender crisp, around 5-6 minutes tops.

Remove broccoli to a bowl. Add the remaining oil if needed and stir fry the meat until just under done. Return broccoli to wok and stir. Add the sherry and oyster sauce. Stir fry for 1 minute making sure broccoli and beef is thoroughly coated with sauce. Serve over hot white rice.

Sour Cream and Ground Beef Layered Casserole 2 lbs lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 -3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 teaspoon sugar salt & freshly ground black pepper 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream 1 large green onion, finely chopped 3 cups cooked fine egg noodles 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1/8 teaspoon paprika Set oven to 350째F. Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan.

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef with onion, garlic and chili flakes over medium heat until meat is browned and no longer pink; drain fat then stir in the Parmesan cheese. Add tomato sauce and sugar; bring mixture to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes stirring occasionally (season with salt and pepper about halfway through of cooking time). Transfer meat mixture to a greased baking dish; set aside.

In a bowl beat cream cheese and sour cream at low speed until smooth. Add in green onions then stir to combine. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the ground beef in the dish. Top with cooked noodles, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the noodles. Sprinkle with paprika.

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Southern Barbecued Beef Tips 1 onion (chopped) 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon prepared mustard 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup catsup 1 lb sirloin, cut into cubes Cooked rice In a large skillet over medium heat, saute onions in butter, when onions are tender add meat and cook until browned. Mix in mustard, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, salt, pepper, sugar and catsup. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve over rice.

Beef Pizzaiola 1 1 2 1 1 1 2

lb beef sirloin (cut in strips) (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes tablespoons minced garlic teaspoon fresh basil teaspoon oregano teaspoon cracked pepper tablespoons olive oil

Heat olive oil in a pan. Add beef strips and stir well. Top with tomatoes, garlic, oregano, basil, and pepper. Place lid on pan and cook on medium/high for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook for 30-45 minutes, or until meat is tender. Serve over rice, or egg noodles.

Ground Beef, and Taters' Casserole 3 medium white potatoes (pared, & sliced thin) 1 lb lean ground beef 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1/4 cup celery, chopped 1 teaspoon garlic, minced 1 teaspoon celery leaves 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Cheese sauce 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 3/4 cup milk (add a little more if needed) 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1 pinch salt 1 pinch pepper Topping 1 pinch paprika grated cheddar cheese Spray a baking dish with cooking spray. Preheat oven 375째F degrees. Brown ground beef. Drain ground beef, if necessary. Add onions and celery to skillet and cook until soft, adding rest of spice ingredients through pepper flakes. Mix throughly.

Cheese sauce: Using a small skillet melt butter.

Add flour to butter, stirring for one minute over medium-high heat. Gradually add milk and cook till bubbly and thickened. Add cheese, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and chili powder continue to stir until melted.

Spoon 1/4 cup of the ground beef mixture and spread evenly on bottom of baking dish. Add 1 layer of potatoes. Alternate ground beef mixture, then potatoes until completely used. Pour cheese sauce over ground beef and potato mixture. Top with a pinch of paprika and grated cheese. Bake for 1 hour, or until potatoes and beef are bubbly and done.

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Keeping Our Commitment to Israel

by Congressman Adrian Smith Scottsbluff Office 416 Valley View Drive, Suite 600 Scottsbluff, NE 69361 Phone: (308) 633-6333 Fax: (308) 633-6335

This past week marked the 64th anniversary of the founding of the State of Israel. From day one, the United States and Israel have enjoyed a strategic partnership based on shared democratic values, friendship, and respect. With the escalating instability in the Middle East and the threat of a nuclear Iran, it is as important as ever we stand firmly with our most important ally in the region.

Violence against Israel, led by extremist groups, is relentless and it illustrates the need for the U.S. to continue providing strong and unequivocal support for our key ally. Just last month, the worst violence in more than a year erupted when radical militants fired hundreds of rockets into Israeli territory, one of which hit a school. Sadly, these indiscriminate attacks are just part of daily life in the land many faiths call home.

Just like every other nation, Israel always must have the ability to defend herself and has the obligation to protect her citizens. Still, the United Nations has frequently and disproportionately singled out Israel for exercising her basic right of

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self-defense. Even more concerning, the same extremists who seek Israel’s destruction also seek the destruction of the United States.

Strengthening Israel’s security against our common enemies ultimately strengthens our own security.

Keeping our commitment to Israel is one of my top foreign policy priorities, which includes preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Such an event would represent an existential threat to not only the Jewish people, but also the United States and the West.

Meanwhile, Iran continues to manipulate the negotiation process over its suspect nuclear program, and I remain concerned about the current Administration’s approach in the face of this grave threat.

Iran is the world’s leading state sponsor of terror and is racing toward a nuclear weapons capability. Through its proxy armies of Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon, Hamas in the Gaza Strip and insurgents in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Iranian regime has for years been actively supporting terrorists carrying out sustained

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attacks on U.S. military personnel and Israeli civilians. When Iran’s Holocaust-denying President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says he wishes to “wipe Israel off the map,” we must take him at his word.

Despite the partisan rancor in Washington, America’s unwavering commitment to Israel remains a strong bridge of bipartisanship between political parties in Congress. As a member of the GOP Israel Caucus and having visited Israel, I will continue to work with my colleagues to help bring peace and stability to the Middle East.

Our strategic relationship with Israel dates back to when President Harry Truman became the first world leader to officially recognize the Jewish State – just 11 minutes after her people declared their independence. Now, we must continue to work together to strengthen this crucial alliance, built upon shared concerns and values, as threats continue to materialize in the region.

Nebraska National Guard - Much More Than Weekend Warriors

by Senator Ben Nelson Omaha Office 7502 Pacific St.,Suite 205 Omaha, NE 68114 Phone: (402) 391-3411 Fax: (402) 391-4725

Nebraska has thousands of men and women who are members of the National Guard and I salute each one for the tremendous contribution and sacrifice them and their families make for America.

Yet too often, the role of the Guard, both Army and Air in securing our nation against foreign enemies receives less than their due. Also too often the contributions the Guard makes to secure our homeland are overlooked.

Speaking to the National Guard Association Conference banquet this past weekend in Nebraska I thought back to my two terms as governor in the 1990s and had to call upon the Guard several times to help the state respond to floods, windstorms and a major ice storm.

They did a superb job leading rescues, providing security, setting up emergency generating power and much more.

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The 9/11 terrorist attacks changed life in America in many ways, and helped usher in new responsibilities and demands for the National Guard, transforming them from a strategic reserve into an operational force.

During my nearly 12 years in the Senate, I’ve tried to keep the needs of the National Guard clearly in mind pushing for improvements to battlefield equipment, training, survivor’s benefits, health care services, and to elevate the head of the National Guard to equal status with the heads of other branches of our military.

Never again will Guard members head into danger zones without everything they need to succeed in their mission.

Having such a well-trained and capable operational reserve is a necessity to meet the demands placed these days on our military.

Needs at Home Must Also be Met We cannot forget the National Guard’s A New Era for the Guard That was in an era when the Guard was viewed responsibilities for responding to crises at home. by many Americans as mainly a “weekend warrior” Whether natural or man-made, the National Guard is instrumental in preparing and force. responding such as they did in recent flooding.

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To help answer home state commitments, I was pleased to work in partnership to help bring a new Joint Force headquarters to Nebraska. It will bring together under one roof the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency, Nebraska National Guard, and the Nebraska State Patrol.

Our partnership also improved facilities at Offutt Air Force Base. Today there’s a new control tower, a renovated runway, a worldwide weather station and an outstanding child care facility, and a new U.S. Strategic Command headquarters will soon take shape.

New Demands on Leadership In the future, given our budget problems, military leaders will need to make smart, tough choices to get the most out of what we can afford.

Even as changes come about, we must remain dedicated to all members of the military, active and reserve, veterans and families. We must ensure that they get the very best in training, equipment, health care and vital family programs.

The Guard must remain a vital force protecting America's national security interests at home and abroad.

A Positive Step Forward on the Farm Bill

by Senator Mike Johanns Kearney Office: 4111 Fourth Avenue, Suite 26 Kearney, NE 68845 Tel: (308) 236-7602 Fax: (308) 236-7473

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Last week, the Senate took a very positive step toward improving federal farm policy. An update of the farm bill passed overwhelmingly out of the Agriculture Committee, enjoying strong support from both Democrats and Republicans. This bill is an improvement for American agriculture: it's simple, it's straight forward, and it's more market-oriented. Better yet, it's fiscally responsible and will help to cut our country's troubling budget deficit.

Certainly the most pressing issue of our time remains our mounting debt, and the farm bill was drafted with this in mind. The bill saves more than $23 billion in farm and nutrition programs, while helping producers manage their risk and ensuring we continue to address hunger. Having a committee come together in a bipartisan way to cut spending in a responsible manner is a breath of fresh air.

I've met with many of you over the past year, often times at my Ag Policy Perspectives events, to discuss the new farm bill. Your thoughts and

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ideas are reflected in the legislation we crafted in the Agriculture Committee. The crop insurance program has been effective and popular, and it will continue to be a central risk management tool for farmers and ranchers.

There has also been broad acknowledgement that direct payments must be made a thing of the past, and this farm bill steers us in that direction. The Adjusted Gross Income cap has also been reduced, further targeting government farm supports to producers who need it most.

I am pleased to report that several of my ideas and amendments are included in the bill. I've long been an advocate for policies which support beginning farmers and ranchers as well as returning veterans looking to start careers in farming. These proposals were roundly supported and included in the bill. It is critical that our federal farm policy keeps in mind the future generations of ag producers.

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Another area I was glad the committee spent time discussing was trade. The bill also includes an amendment of mine to ensure USDA continues to prioritize trade. The recently enacted trade agreements with Korea and Colombia shouldn't be stopping points. We must keep working to level the playing field for our producers by lowering trade barriers around the globe. Having served previously as Agriculture Secretary, it's my opinion that trade policies at USDA can be better focused and coordinated, and my amendment will have the department evaluate improvements.

The farm bill is by no means perfect, but it is a positive turning point for American farm policy. It will benefit farmers and ranchers, it will benefit the American people, and it helps get our country back on a fiscally sustainable path. I was pleased to support it and look forward to its consideration in the full Senate.

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Thursday, June 14

• Buffalo Bill Softball Tourney - Dowhower Complex - 8 am - $5 adult $3 kids • Tennis-Adult Doubles - Cody Park - 8 am • Woodcarver’s Show & Sale - Quality Inn - 9 am to 5 pm - $2 • Heritage Festival - Museum - 10 am to 4 pm - Free • Antique Tractor Show - Museum - 10 am to 4 pm - Free • Opening Ceremonies - Museum - noon - Free • Strongman Shootout - Arena - noon - $6 adult $4 student • Antique Tractor Parade - Museum - 1 pm - Free

• Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast - Salvation Army - 7am (Tom Osborne-speaker) $10 • Sweet Saloon - McDaid - 7 am to 10 am - $18 doz • Rodeo Slack - Arena - 8 am - free • Golden Games - Rec Center - 9 am - $3.50 (lunch) • Competitive Art Show - Mall - 10 am to 9 pm - Free • Cake Bake - Shooters - 11 am to 4 pm - Free • Laser Tag - Arena creek - noon to 11 pm - $5 • BBQ pork sandwich feed - Moose Lodge - 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm - $8 • Fort Cody Music Night - Fort Cody - 6 pm to 9 pm - $5 cover • Beer Garden & Food Ct - Arena - 6 pm to 1 am • Rodeo - Arena - 8 pm (Tough Enough to Wear Pink) Wells Fargo Sponsor - $20 resvd $13 adult $7 kids • Pavilion Dance - Pavilion - 10 pm to 1 am (Zach Jorgensen) - Free • Carnival - Arena - $20 wristband

Sunday, June 10 • Buffalo Bill Softball Tourney - Dowhower Complex - 8 am - $5 adult $3 kids • Chili Cook-Off - Arena pavilion - 8 am cooking;11 am to 2 pm serve - $7 adult $3 (over 5) • Tennis-Adult Singles - Cody Park - 8 am • Field Mass - East of MPCC campus - 8:15 - Free • Heritage Festival - Museum - 10 am to 4 pm - Free • Antique Tractor Show - Museum - 10 am to 4 pm - Free • Woodcarver’s Show & Sale - Quality Inn - 10 am to 4 pm - $2 • Horse Carriage Driving - NE corner of arena - 1 pm - Free • Youth Talent Contest - Museum - 1 pm - Free • Antique Tractor Rodeo - Museum - 2 pm to 4 pm - Free • Frontier Review - Neville Center - 2 pm - $10 • Miss Rodeo Horsemanship - Arena - 2 pm - Free • Miss Rodeo BBQ & Auction - Arena pavilion - 5:30 pm $10 Adults $5 kids • Competitive Art Show Reception - Mall - 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm - Free

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Tennis-Junior - Cody Park - 8 am Competitive Art Show - Mall - 10 am to 9 pm - Free Kid’s Costume Parade - Westfield - 10 am - Free Family Night - Arena - 6pm - Free Frontier Review - Neville Center - 8 pm - $10

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Lower Elkhorn NRD offers Scholarships to attend 4-H & NRD Camps Norfolk- The Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District (LENRD) is accepting applications for 4-H & NRD summer camp scholarships from youth throughout the 15county district. The LENRD will reimburse the winning applicants for their camp registration fee.

Scholarships are available for various 4-H and NRD sponsored camps around the state, including the Sandhills Sampler, Outdoor

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4-H scholarship winners must register for the camp of their choice, arrange for their own transportation and pay all fees. The LENRD will reimburse the registration fee after the scholarship winners send camp attendance verification to the LENRD office.

Any 4-H member who would like to apply for these scholarships should contact their local Extension office for more information and an application form. All applications must be received by Friday, May 25th. 4-H scholarship winners will be notified the week of May 28th.

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Nine Nebraska Cooperatives Made the Top 100 of Nation’s Largest Agriculture Co-ops Washington – The nation’s 100 largest agriculture cooperatives reported near-record revenue of $118 billion in 2010, USDA Rural Development Under Secretary Dallas Tonsager announced today. This was an increase of 4 percent over 2009 figures. Net income for the 100 top agriculture co-ops was also up more than 10 percent in 2010, reaching $2.39 billion, up from $2.16 billion in 2009.

Nine Nebraska Cooperatives made the Top 100 list. Ag Processing, Inc. in Omaha ranked fifth with $3.3 billion. Producers Livestock Marketing Association also of Omaha, had revenue of $908 million; Cooperative Producers Inc. of Hastings, $643 million; Aurora Cooperative Elevator Company of Aurora, $614 million; Farmers Cooperative of Dorchester, $602 million; Central Valley Ag Cooperative in O’Neill, $506 million; United Farmers Cooperative of York, $450 million; Frenchman Valley Farmers Cooperative, Inc. of Imperial, $419 million; and Ag Valley Cooperative NonStock of Edison $289 million.

“Farmer and rancher-owned cooperatives are a mainstay in the American economy, not only helping members market and process their crops, milk and livestock and creating jobs, but

also helping producers keep more of the earnings derived from their products at home, in rural counties and communities,” Tonsager said. “The end result is a huge net benefit for producers, their communities and the overall rural economy. Farmer co-ops also account for significant numbers of jobs and economic activity in many cities.”

USDA’s top 100 ag co-op list shows that 23 coops had 2010 revenue of more than $1 billion.

Another 47 co-ops had revenue between $506 million and $1 billion. The 100th ranked co-op had sales of $276 million.

Leading the revenue increase from 2009 to 2010 were dairy cooperatives, which saw 2010 revenue climb more than 14.5 percent from the previous year, to $29.5 billion. Dairy cooperatives accounted for more than half of the revenue increase recorded by the top 100 ag co-ops in 2010.

Gross margins, as a percent of total sales, were up slightly, from 9 percent to 9.2 percent.

The increase in gross margins partially covered higher expenses. Gross margins plus service revenue climbed to $684 million.

Total expenses for the top 100 ag co-ops were up $575 million in 2010. The largest cost

increase was for labor, where expenses climbed by 7 percent, to $4.6 billion. On the other hand, lower interest rates and less debt caused interest expense to drop 11 percent.

“While it is encouraging to see the nation’s largest farmer-owned cooperatives reporting strong revenue and income, it is also noteworthy that the nation is seeing a surge in the formation of small-farmer cooperatives and quasi-cooperatives that have been created to meet the growing demand for locally produced foods,” Tonsager said.

The asset base for the top 100 ag co-ops grew by $2.3 billion between 2009 and 2010. Current assets accounted for nearly two-thirds of that increase. Fixed assets also showed an increase of $600 million.

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Hippotherapy in Nebraska: What is it and What are the Benefits?

By Madison E. Huston, College of Saint Mary Occupational Therapy Student Horses, four-legged majestic animals, are not only used for work and show, but also used for rehabilitative purposes for individuals with disabilities to provide benefits that other therapeutic techniques may not provide. I personally have used horses for work and show.

From the age of 10, I have been showing horses and using them on my family’s farm and my fiancé’s ranch. Besides using horses for work and show, they have been a part of my life therapeutically.

When I was a junior in high school I had my first knee surgery.

From that first knee surgery I added three more knee surgeries. My horses became an outlet for me. The pain I would feel in my knee would decrease once I would get on my horse’s back and start riding.

Our motions came together and it was like my horse took my pain and stomped it into the ground. Once I got off of my horse, my knee had more movement.

Now imagine you have a disability that has affected how your whole body moves. Can someone who has a disability have the same benefits? The answer to that question is, yes.

Hippotherapy is the answer.

What is Hippotherapy?

Simply stated, hippotherapy is a treatment that helps build strength and function with the use of a horse. The movement of the horse is used to improve core strength, balance, flexibility, and whole body strength.

Most often individuals with diagnoses such as cerebral palsy, spinal bifida, traumatic brain injuries, developmental delays, and autism show the most therapeutic benefits from hippotherapy.

Benefits of Hippotherapy Horses have a rhythmic walking pattern as they move. The walking pattern of the horse is similar to the walking pattern of humans.

Researchers explain how the movement of a horse stimulates the body: When you are on a horse, if you just sit there and totally relax, the horse’s movement will make your body move as if you were walking…The rider knows better, the muscles don’t. When you are sitting on the horse, the animal’s legs move in sequence, and if you

relax, your legs will swing as if you were on the ground.

The horse and rider become one. The muscles and senses of the rider are similar to that of the horse. The rider can have head to toe sensory input by placing a hand on the horse’s mane or neck. Sensory input also takes place when a rider touches their legs to the horse or by placing them in the stirrups. The warmth of a horse is another therapeutic element that relaxes tight muscles.

When horseback, the rider does different movements. The rider will raise their arms above their hand, reach for objects in the air, and make motions such as an airplane. These

Madison Huston with her Horses different movements strengthen different muscles.

They provide a broad range of benefits.

To receive the full benefits of hippotherapy, it is important to go to a hippotherapy facility.

You may own a horse or know someone who does. However, individuals with disabilities often need special equipment and observation by a trained therapist.

The employees and volunteers at a hippotherapy facility are specially trained to work with the horses and are well educated on various disabilities.

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Hippotherapy in Nebraska Nebraska has four therapeutic riding facilities: Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy (HETRA) in Omaha and Valley, Windsong Equitherapy in Lincoln, Wholistic Therapy Services in Doniphan, and Kearney Therapeutic Horseback Riding Program in Kearney.

These facilities may differ in prices for their hippotherapy sessions.

To see if insurance will cover hippotherapy, the first step is to call your healthcare provider.

Katherine who is the Program Manager and Instructor at HETRA stated their hippotherapy sessions last 30 minutes.

Clients will on average come one time a week. However, some clients do come more often. For a hippotherapy session at HETRA the cost is $55. Other facilities may be around the same price. Some facilities offer scholarships or are willing to work with individuals if they operate from donations and private investors.

To find the right hippotherapy facility it is important to ask these questions: • Were your horses bought or donated?

• What are the horses’ ages?

• How many horses do you have?

• How often do they get training rides?

• Who trains the animals and the therapists?

• What do you do for continuing staff training?

• What is the background of each therapist?

• Will my child or family member work with the same therapist every time?

• What is your approach if a child is resistive to therapy?

• How do you measure improvement?

All these questions can aid in providing comprehensive background information on a facility.

Hippotherapy can benefit individuals with various diagnoses. To learn more about hippotherapy facilities in Nebraska, please contact the facility nearest you.

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Weekly Ag Market Breakdown

Country Grain Prices as of 5/8/12 Location

Corn

Aurora Bloomfield Bruning Chappell Columbus Franklin Fremont Funk Gordon *** Grand Island Grant Hastings Hemingford Holdrege Imperial *** Kearney Kimball Lexington Lincoln Maywood McCook Merna Nebraska City Norfolk North Platte Ogallala Ord Overton Sidney St.Paul Superior Waco Wahoo Wayne Alliance Imperial Gordon Hemingford

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New Beans

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$12.84 $12.57 $12.60 $12.26 $12.61 $12.53 $12.93 $12.65

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$13.73 $13.30 $13.76

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Corn trade started the week choppy before moving sharply lower on Wednesday in pre-report action. July futures were 13 lower on the week and December was down 7 cents heading into the last half of the week. Old corn moved higher at the end of the week as basis led a rally off early lowers. The May contract stretched its inverse to 55 cents before falling to 34 cents. On the monthly Wasde report, the old crop carryover was a surprise coming in at 851 million bushels which was 50 million higher than the high side expectations and nearly 100 above the average trade guess. The new crop carryover came in at 1.881 billion versus the average trade guess of 1.704. Figure the higher than expected old crop was the bulk of the higher than expected new crop number, along with a higher yield than expected. The USDA pegged the yield at 166 million bushels, higher than expected due to noted simple linear trend and adjustment for 2012 plantings. I believe 166 is possible, but argue with material sophistication of this model. Plus the usage increases on the balance sheet showed a 900 million bushel increase in the feed number, no increase in ethanol and only 200 million increase in exports.

There is no way this can occur, but the net result we need to agree with. Realistically the feed number needs to be lower than 2011-12 with the increases in ethanol and exports; each could go up by 350-550 million bushels.

The projected 2012-13 world carryover was 152 million tons, which was higher than expected: the 2011-12 world carryover jumped to 127.565 versus 122.71 last year. The weekly export sales were negative with less than 500,000 combined new and old crop. China was noted on one old crop cargo (60,000) and there was a 71.5k sale to unknown listed for new crop. Planting progress was reported at 53% which is well above normal, and emergence was rated at 15% also above normal. Hedgers call with questions and to discuss your 2012 and 2013 hedging plan. Weather overall is fairly good. This is a confusing year, you have us to consult with.

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July 2012 Corn (CBOT) - Daily Chart Open . . .6.090 High . . .6.122 Low . . . .6.074 Close . . .6.102 Change .+.030

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The wheat trade worked lower with good weather and outside pressure weighing on the market. The July contract net weekly changes are 9 lower in Chicago, 8 lower in KC and 14 lower in Minneapolis. The US crop is well ahead of normal and weather remains supported for development. Western Europe has caught better rains, and Eastern Europe is supposed to get cooler and wetter in the near term, but the long term forecast remains dicey. July Chicago wheat has moved below the short term moving averages, with the lowest at $6.33 (the 10-day) and $6.32 (the 20-day), the 200-day remains elevated at $6.98. The old crop carryover came in at 768 million bushels versus the 781 expectation; new crop came in at 735 versus the 805 expectation. The combined new and old crop weekly sales were around 550,000 tons which was neutral. World new crop carryover was listed at 188 million tons versus 197 million tons for old crop. The old crop world balance sheet was down 9 million tons from last month. The wheat yield was good, but could improve, but overall the report gave everyone something to think about rather than just being bearish. So we could see more active mixed trade near term, but I believe you need to favor selling any quick short covering / short profit taking type rally near term.

Harvest pressure is near and there remain good supplies historically. On Monday the USDA reported overall crop conditions for winter wheat at 64% good to excellent, which is much better than last year. However, there were declines in many of the major wheat growing areas.

Spring wheat planting is at 73% complete, which is well ahead of normal. The crop is 54% headed, which is also well ahead of normal. The export market has been fairly quiet as far as big tenders go, but the US remains the price leader. Russia has become more competitive in the export market as they continue to shoot for a record.

Export inspections were 19.8 million bushels, which keeps shipments well ahead of pace. We need a trend of good weekly sales to help turn wheat out of our bear market.

Hedgers call with questions.

Support: Resistance

Chicago 583 630

K City 604 648

Minneapolis 710 765

July 2012 Wheat (CBOT) - Daily Chart Open . . . .6.000 High . . . .6.074 Low . . . .5.994 Close . . .6.030 Change . .+.030

The soy complex continued to work lower to start the week as negative outside markets spurred significant profit taking. Our weekly net changes are lower with November down 33 and July down 48. Nearby meal is $16 lower and bean oil was down 83 points. The soy complex has lost ground relative to corn, but the acre battle is likely over for row crops. The USDA provided two carryover numbers below the average trade guess which is friendly.

The old crop carryover was listed at 210 million versus 250 last month and the average trade guess of 221 million.

The new crop carryover was near the low side of estimates at only 145 million bushels. The corn yield estimate at 166 would be a record; the soybean yield number was 43.9 bushels per acre which is .1 shy of the record 44 yield set back in 2009. The world old crop carryover slipped 2 million tons to 53.2 and the new crop carryover was listed at 58.07 million metric tons. The soybean exports were 466,500 tons of old crop and 1.36 million tons of new.

China was over a million tons combined. The Chinese appetite for beans continues to suggest they are planting more corn and fewer oil seeds. So the report was friendly, but beans are at lofty levels to pricing in the friendly information. But in regards to trends, the fundamental trend, due to the big export demand, is still positive for prices.

Meaning they have not yet curbed demand. The trend changer at this point needs to be a market bias that the final 2012 planted acreage will increase and yield stay the same or improve. Hedgers call with questions, we favor using this move to get a bigger portion of new crop priced and get some options under everything maybe before the month is over.

Support: Resistance

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July Meal 394 444

July Oil 5147 5553

July 2012 Soybeans (CBOT) - Daily Chart Open . . .14.300 High . . .14.484 Low . . .14.294 Close . .14.484 Change .+0.180

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Ehresman Heading We Support Agriculture Group

By Jennifer Chick, The Kearney Hub HOLDREGE - As the new executive director of We Support Agriculture, Michele Ehresman will be educating consumers, citizens and politicians about the benefits of agriculture to Nebraska and the world.

Ehresman, currently director of the Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce, was hired March 9

by WSA. The organization is comprised of Nebraska's five largest livestock industry trade groups - Nebraska Cattlemen, Nebraska Farm Bureau, Nebraska Pork Producers Association, Nebraska Poultry Industries and the Nebraska State Dairy Association.

It also is supported by the Nebraska Veterinary Medical Association and Nebraska State Chamber of Commerce.

Ehresman now is working both jobs, but she will transition into her full-time position with WSA on June 1. "They were very respectful of me wanting to give the chamber adequate time to find someone," she said.

WSA was created in 2010 to educate people on and promote the importance of agriculture to Nebraska's economy.

Ehresman had been working with WSA as a chamber director. She rallied Holdrege chamber members and others in Phelps County to write letters of support for the ag economy and oppose extreme animal rights groups such as the Humane Society of the United States.

Ehresman said HSUS is trying to push an antiagriculture, anti-consumer choice, anti-meat agenda onto the people of Nebraska.

"When I heard about the executive director position at WSA, I knew it was an opportunity for me to help in the very important role of standing up for our farmers and promoting the understanding of agriculture in our state," she said. "It was a tough decision because I love what

I do, but I felt like this was going to be something that is so very, very important.

"I have had an incredible opportunity to see ag firsthand and to see the farmers and their dedication firsthand, these families and a community that works together to support them.

And WSA does that, which is very, very important to me."

AS NEW DIRECTOR of We Support Agriculture an organization that seeks to unite, support and promote Nebraska agricultural groups Michele Ehresman of Holdrege will be talking with producers such as Tim Waller, owner of Lloyd Waller Feedlot north of Holdrege.

Ehresman has lived in Holdrege for 21 years. On June 1, she will move to Lincoln as a centralized location to work with the organizations that founded WSA and to be close to the capitol during legislative sessions when she will meet with state senators.

Ehresman also expects to be on the road much of the time.

"It's hard to leave my community," she said. "It was a very hard decision. There are not many

things that would take me away from the community I love, but I feel this is so important."

After a strategic planning session in early April, WSA identified three main priorities that will be Ehresman's focus: • Building a broad, grassroots coalition across Nebraska.

• Preparing to activate against extreme animal rights groups in Nebraska.

• Working with organizations and people across the state to let them know what WSA does and to share the organization's message.

"I want to get out and talk to people, meet people and share what We Support Agriculture is doing," Ehresman said. "There are so many issues right now that we have to cover with people from Omaha to Alliance, Benkelman to Atkinson - the entire state."

She also wants to share with Nebraskans what she calls "the real agenda of HSUS" and other extreme animal rights groups so they can make educated choices as those groups move into the state.

"We want Nebraskans to know (that) last year, HSUS raised $130 million, and they only spent 1 percent of that on actual animal shelters," Ehresman said. "We want Nebraskans to know that if they think they are giving money to help animals, they need to know where that money is going. Or more importantly, not going."

She encourages people to give to their local animal shelters.

"When you give locally, you know those dollars are helping animals," Ehresman said. "We just want choices. We don't want someone coming into our state and taking away consumer choice.

"Farmers are under attack by these types of groups, and our goal with WSA is to unite and build this coalition of people who are standing together. We all have a common mission to feed the world."

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May 10, 2012

Students Experience Life on the Farm

By Chabella Guzman, The Scottsbluff StarHerald KIMBALL - Most children know they live in agricultural communities, but not all know the importance of agriculture in their daily lives.

During the annual Ag Fest at the Historic Brookside Farm, 100 students from Kimball and Banner County elementary schools gathered for a day of fresh air and learning.

"It's a wonderful project," said Carma Weisbrook, an instructor at Mary Lynch Elementary in Kimball. "It helps them understand how agriculture works from the food we eat to plants and the Nebraska farm ground."

The stations included acre education, where the students learned that an acre is about the size of a football field and more.

The students also learned about rangelands from area rancher Shawn Evertson. He discussed the fact that even though cattle is a big concern for him, making sure the cattle have good rangeland is just as important.

"What happens if I don't have good rangeland?" he said to the children. They responded he would have skinny cows and he agreed.

Safety was another aspect the children learned at the event. Farm Bureau volunteer, Bill Booker showed the students how even a slight distraction can be dangerous, while operating machinery.

He held a dollar bill and let it drop, while students tried to catch it after being distracted by looking away only for a moment. Not one of the students was able to catch the bill.

"The kids love the animals and are very impressed with the safety part of the program," said Beverly Atkins, president of the Farm Bureau and owner of the farm with her husband Kendall.

A demonstration at one station shows the students what might happen to a finger if it's in a chain when a motor gets turned on.

The volunteers didn't use fingers, but hotdogs.

Atkins said it's important the children learn about agriculture. With only 2 percent left in agriculture there is a big responsibility to take care of the land and what it produces she said.

"We are inundated with so much misinformation we need to teach the facts and the importance of agriculture," she said.

Tristen Cook, left, and Garrett Pederson, both students at Mary Lynch Elementary in Kimball, pet a calf at the annual Ag Fest Tuesday at the Brookside Historic Farm in Kimball. The event held many hands-on activities as well as discussions with volunteers about agriculture.

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Brand Still Unique, Permanent Mark of Ownership

By Lori Potter, The Kearney Hub Kearney - The main reason to brand cattle is the same today as during the wide open range era of the mid to late 19th century. It's a permanent mark of ownership. "It's an option for everybody," said Willie Craig, an inspector with the Nebraska Brand Committee office in Kearney. "You want to prove ownership if something happens to your cattle."

Brands initially were recorded by each county and then were administered by the secretary of state starting in 1899. The Nebraska Stockgrowers Association was involved in early brand inspections.

The Legislature created the Nebraska Brand Committee in 1941. Today, there are more than 40,000 registered brands in Nebraska, and most are active, Craig said. Each brand is unique within Nebraska. He said a brand is more permanent than an ear tag that can be lost or removed.

Nebraska's brand inspection area includes roughly the western two-thirds of the state.

Buffalo, Kearney and Franklin counties are among the easternmost counties in the area.

Within the area, a brand inspection is required any time cattle change hands - on the farm, at a feedlot or at a livestock market - and when an animal is slaughtered by a small processor or at a large plant.

During a cattle delivery Tuesday at Kearney's Huss Livestock Market, Jay Buckley, supervisor for training at the Brand Committee office in Kearney, explained how ownership changes are handled. The new owner can rebrand the cattle or must keep the paper titles reflecting the sales.

Buckley said the cattle ownership title is similar to a car title that is signed over from one owner to the next and must stay with the property. "That's what people don't understand. This is title to property. It's not just animals," he said, so inspectors check the brand on the animal against

the current owner's brand and/or the brand on the title.

If there is no match to either, proceeds from a sale are held. "We don't hold the actual animal," Buckley said, just the proceeds. Inspectors then investigate ownership by going back to the person listed on the original brand registration and by checking sale barn records.

"We work it as far as we can work on an individual animal," he said. If the inspectors can't clear up a "hold," the case is handed off to one of Jay Buckley, supervisor for training at the three investigators. Two, David Horton of Alma Nebraska Brand Committee office in Kearney, and Rick Bickford of Broken Bow, are in Hub watches as cattle are unloaded from a stock trailer Territory. Craig said livestock producers living in at Huss Livestock Market. the brand inspection area typically rebrand cattle they have purchased, while those on the east side you're ever gonna buy" to protect against the loss of the line show paper titles when they sell cattle or theft of cattle.

In addition to doing inspections at farms, within the inspection areas.

He added that eastern Nebraskans often don't ranches and sale barns, brand inspectors work at realize that the brand inspection laws are processing plants. That's been a bigger challenge enforced on cattle brought into the inspection area than usual over the winter because thousands of for sale or processing. The Brand Committee cattle from drought-ravaged Oklahoma and Texas offices get a lot of missing cattle reports, which were sent to Nebraska plants. Craig said two they distribute to all of Nebraska's brand inspectors were required at the Gibbon Packing inspectors who can watch for the cattle described. Co. plant to cover the long workdays when it was When asked about cattle thefts, Buckley said, "It's common to receive 600 to 700 head of cattle from the southern Plains states. not as rare as you'd think."

The Nebraska Brand Committee was created by Thieves commonly look at accessible places in the wide-open parts of Nebraska with limited the Legislature in 1941 to inspect cattle and population. Buckley said thieves may see a brand investigate missing and/or stolen cattle. Its and leave, so that's why it's important to brand operating funds come only from fees collected for calves early. Craig said calves are selling for $300 brand recordings, brand inspections, and to $400 at sale barns. So, when inspectors see registered feedlots and dairies. The current unbranded calves come through, they write down inspection fee is 75 cents per head. There will be a the delivery vehicle's license plate number and a $10 surcharge implemented later this year per inspection location to cover travel expenses. description of the calves.

If there is an active report of missing calves, There are about 80 employees, including three they also may take hair samples that can be investigators. The brand inspection area includes compared with cows in the herd from which the roughly the western two-thirds of Nebraska. missing calves were reported, he added. Buckley Adding or removing counties requires legislative called the current 75-cents-per-head inspection action. Cattle must be inspected when they leave fee is "one of the cheapest insurance policies the inspection area or change ownership while in the inspection area.

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May 10, 2012

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Controlling Flies on Pastured Cattle David J Boxler, Extension Educator West Central Research & Extension Center University of Nebraska–Lincoln, North Platte, NE With record setting temperatures this spring insects are making an earlier appearance this year. Horn flies, face flies and even stable flies have been observed on grazing animals recently.

Normally we do not think about livestock pest control this early in spring, but this year appears to be different. As livestock producers ponder when to send cattle to pasture another consideration is what livestock pest control options are available for this summer. Livestock pest control should be viewed as having a positive economic impact on your livestock operation.

There are three fly species in Nebraska that economically impact pastured cattle: horn fly, face fly and stable fly.

Horn Fly The horn fly, Haematobia irritans (L.) is one on the most important blood feeding pests of pastured cattle in the United States. Losses in the United States have been estimated at about $800 million annually. When horn fly numbers are high, cattle experience annoyance and blood loss The result may be decreased milk production, reduced weight gains, changes in grazing patterns and bunching of animals. Significant reduction in calf weaning weights is well documented.

Nebraska studies demonstrated calf weaning weights were 10 to 20 pound higher when horn flies were controlled on cows. Other studies around the U.S. and Canada have shown improved weight gains of stocker cattle and replacement heifers when comparing treated to untreated animals. In addition, horn flies have been implicated in the spread of mastitis.

The economic threshold for horn flies is 200 per animal. The animal pictured at right has 314 horn flies and population numbers of several thousand of flies can often be observed during the summer.

Monitoring horn fly numbers on cattle is important in making appropriate management decisions. Routine observations will help livestock producers determine when best to initiate control methods and the efficacy of the current program.

Cattle should be be monitored weekly for horn flies throughout the fly season. Observations are best taken between the hours of 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM when horn flies are located on the shoulders and sides of cattle. Observations made later in the day are less accurate because the flies will have moved to the belly where it is cooler and where they are harder to count. If the average number horn flies per animal exceeds 200 (Figure 2), the economic threshold has been exceeded and control should be considered.

The horn fly is a blood feeding fly that is located on the shoulders, back and belly region of cattle, they take some 20 to 30 blood meals per day and the only time they leave an animal is when the female deposits eggs in fresh cow manure. The complete life cycle, egg to adult, can be completed in 10 to 20 days during warm conditions. In Nebraska, where we typically have several generations during the summer horn fly populations can reach very high levels.

Control Horn fly control for pastured cattle involves different insecticide use strategies. These include dust bags, back-rubbers (oilers), animal sprays, oral larvicides (feed-additives), pour-ons, and insecticide impregnated ear tags.

Force-use, self-treatment devices, such as dust bags, provides effective and economical fly control.

Studies have shown that horn fly control is 25-50 percent less using free-choice dust bags compared to forced-use dust bags. Dusts that are

recommended in Nebraska are: coumaphos (CoRal), tetrachlorovinphos (Rabon) and permethrin (many brand names).

Back-rubbers (oilers) like bust bags, work best in a forced-use situation. Control products recommended are: coumaphos (Co-Ral), permethrin (many brand names), and phosmet (Prolate).

Animal sprays can be an effective way on reducing horn fly numbers. Drawbacks with animal sprays are increased cattle handling, cost, and added stress to the cattle during the flyseason. Control products recommended as animal sprays are: coumaphos (Co-Ral), permethrin (many brand names) natural pyrethrins, and phosmet (Prolate).

Oral larvicides and insect growth regulators (IGR) prevent horn fly larvae from developing into adults. These can be delivered to cattle as loose mineral, mineral blocks or tubs. To be effective cattle must consume a specified amount of product per day. Proximity to untreated cattle and inadequate consumption by cattle are two factors that can contribute to poor fly control. Products recommended are: diflubenzuron (Clarify), methoprene (Altosid), and tetrachlorovinphos (Rabon).

Pour-on insecticides are ready-to-use formulations applied along the back line of cattle.

Although pour-ons will control flies for short periods, the stress in cattle in using this method may offset the benefits of the fly control. Many pour-on insecticides are synthetic pyrethoids, however, a few pour-on insecticides are macrocyclic lactones (ivermectin, etc,). Products recommended are: permethrin (many brand names), macrocyclic lactones (ivermectin and related compounds), and spinosad (Elector).

Insecticide impregnated ear tags contain one or more insecticides embedded in a plastic matrix.

The insecticide ear tag was first developed in the early 1980s, and worked very well against horn flies. However within a few years, horn flies developed resistance to synthetic pyrethroid insecticides. To maintain efficacy, specific steps should be taken to manage resistance. These include: A) rotation of insecticide classes, do not use the same insecticide class year after year, B) withhold tagging until horn fly numbers reach 200 per animal, C) tag all adult cattle in the herd and with the recommended label rate, D) use alternative insecticides and application methods late in the season; and E) remove insecticide ear tags in the fall. Ear tags recommended are: Organophosphtes (Corathon,™ Optimizer,™ Patriot,™ and Warrior™) Synthetic Pyrethroid (CyGuard,™ Gardstar Plus,™ PYthon,™ PYthon MagnuM,™ and Saber Extra,™ Double Barrel™VP) Macrocyclic Lactone (XP 820™).

To achieve the maximum performance from an insecticide ear tag, two tags per animal are required, and delaying ear tagging until June 1st will provide a producer with the greatest degree of horn fly control. A livestock producer in Nebraska can expect 12 to 14 weeks of horn fly control if the aforementioned methods are utilized.

Face Flies The face fly, Musca autumnalis (DeGeer), is a robust fly that superficially resembles the house fly. It is a nonbiting fly that feeds on animal secretions, nectar, and dung liquids. Adult female face flies typically cluster around the animals' eyes, mouth, and muzzle, causing extreme annoyance. They are also facultative blood feeders, meaning that they gather around wounds caused by mechanical damage or other injury to feed on blood and other exudates. Because face flies are on animals for only short time periods they are difficult to control. Most of the time they

are found resting on plants, fence posts and other objects.

In addition to being very annoying to cattle, face flies vector Moraxella bovis, the principal causal agent of bovine pinkeye or infectious bovine keratoconjunctivitis. Pinkeye is a highly contagious inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva of cattle. If coupled with the infectious bovine rhinotracheitis (IBR) virus, M. bovis can cause a much more severe inflammatory condition.

Control Controlling face fly numbers is a key to reducing pink-eye problems. Fly control methods described in the discussion of the horn fly can be used against the face fly. Insecticide ear tags appear to provide a higher degree of face fly control. Please use the label recommended rate of application.

Both cows and calves must be treated if control is to be achieved. In respect to pink-eye vaccines, commercial and autogenous pinkeye vaccines are available. Please check with a local veterinarian about the use of these products in a specific geographical area.

Stable Flies on Pastured Cattle Stable flies, Stomoxys calcitrans (L.), are pests of cattle on pastures in the Midwest. Stable flies mainly feed on the legs of cattle. To avoid being bitten, animals stomp their feet and switch their tails. Other avoidance behaviors include standing in water, lying with legs tucked underneath and bunching at the corners of pastures.

The effect of stable flies on weight gain performance of pastured cattle is similar to that of livestock in confined operations. Research conducted at the University of Nebraska, West Central Research & Extension Center recorded a reduction in average daily gain of 0.44 lb per head per day in 84-day trials compared to cattle that received an insecticide application. The economic threshold of five flies per leg is easily exceeded in Nebraska pasture conditions.

The stable fly is about the size of a house fly but is dark gray and has dark irregular spots on its abdomen. The proboscis (mouthpart) protrudes bayonet-like in front of the head. The larvae are typical whitish fly maggots. The pupae are chestnut brown and about 1/4 inch long. The complete life cycle of the fly from egg to adult can take 14-24 days in Nebraska during hot weather.

While the source of early season flies is not well understood some probably develop from overwintering maggots. Other early season flies may be migrants from southern locations but definitive evidence of migration is lacking.

However, we do know that stable flies can move at least 10 miles or more.

The female fly deposits eggs in spoiled or fermenting organic matter mixed with animal manure, moisture and dirt. The most common breeding sites are in feedlots or dairy lots, usually around feed bunks, along the edges of feeding aprons, under fences and along stacks of hay, alfalfa and straw. Grass clippings and poorly managed compost piles also may be stable fly breeding areas.

Control The only management option available for control of stable flies on range cattle is use of animal sprays. Products such as coumaphos (CoRal), permethrin (many brand names), natural pyrethins (many brand names), and Phosmet (Prolate) are available for use. Clean-up of wasted feed at winter feeding sites may prevent localized fly development but may not reduce the economic impact of stable fly feeding.

When applying any insecticide control products please read and follow the label instructions.

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Nebraska Weekly Weighted Average Feeder Cattle Report Week Ending: 5/5/2012

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MARKET: Huss Livestock Market LLC – Kearney; Valentine Livestock Auction – Valentine Receipts: 4,170 Last Week: 11,196 Last Year: 3,285 Compared to last week’s moderate volume, this weeks sales sold unevenly steady on a thin test. Demand was good for grass type offering with moderate to good demand for feedlot replacements. A wide variety of weight ranges and flesh conditions sold in the mix this week. Supply will continue to be light in the state with most auctions holding feeder cattle sales every two weeks. Light to moderate rain along with some hail fell across some of the state last weekend. Some producers have been turning out on summer grazing this week. Pasture and range conditions rated 33 fair, 56 good and 6 excellent, below last year's 68 good to excellent average. Nebraska live slaughter cattle sales sold steady to 1.00 higher with sales ranging from 120.00 to mostly 123.00 and dressed sales sold steady to firm at 192.00-195.00, mostly 194.00. This weeks reported volume included 54 percent steers, 45 percent heifers with the balance on bull calves with 61 percent weighing over 600 lbs.

Feeder Steers Medium & Large 1

Feeder Heifers Medium & Large 1

Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price 5 . . . . . . . . .322 . . . . . . . 322 . . . . . .224.00 . . . . . . . . .224.00 5 . . . . . . . . .380 . . . . . . .380 . . . . . .216.00 . . . . . . . . .216.00 84 . . . . . . .403-426 . . . . .417 . . .202.50-214.00 . . . . . .207.20 91 . . . . . . .454-499 . . . . .473 . . .190.00-202.50 . . . . . .195.57 163 . . . . . .504-536 . . . . .524 . . .179.00-195.50 . . . . . .191.38 230 . . . . . .557-596 . . . . .578 . . .179.50-186.75 . . . . . .184.55 12 . . . . . . . .561 . . . . . . .561 . . . . . .173.00 . . . . . . . . .173.00 97 . . . . . . .600-639 . . . . .612 . . .165.00-188.00 . . . . . .177.97 134 . . . . . .656-697 . . . . .675 . . .157.75-167.00 . . . . . .160.93 82 . . . . . . .715-745 . . . . .732 . . .151.50-160.25 . . . . . .155.64 223 . . . . . .750-791 . . . . .769 . . .148.50-158.60 . . . . . .154.72 132 . . . . . .801-808 . . . . .803 . . .142.00-150.75 . . . . . .149.35 104 . . . . . . .829 . . . . . . .829 . . . . . .143.00 . . . . . . . . .143.00 253 . . . . . .850-854 . . . . .851 . . .143.85-145.00 . . . . . .144.09 27 . . . . . . . .889 . . . . . . .889 . . . . . .136.60 . . . . . . . . .136.60

Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price 15 . . . . . . . .170 . . . . . . . .170 . . . . . . .535.00 . . . . . . . .535.00 16 . . . . . . .313-334 . . . . . .324 . . . .196.00-215.00 . . . . .205.18 5 . . . . . . . . .372 . . . . . . . .372 . . . . . . .192.50 . . . . . . . .192.50 69 . . . . . . .400-447 . . . . . .419 . . . .180.00-193.00 . . . . .186.43 111 . . . . . .460-498 . . . . . .478 . . . .170.00-180.75 . . . . .175.85 12 . . . . . . . .489 . . . . . . . .489 . . . . . . .164.00 . . . . . . . .164.00 71 . . . . . . .501-526 . . . . . .508 . . . .161.00-175.25 . . . . .167.48 181 . . . . . .551-593 . . . . . .567 . . . .157.25-169.50 . . . . .165.48 78 . . . . . . .600-636 . . . . . .605 . . . .151.75-163.75 . . . . .158.51 54 . . . . . . .616-645 . . . . . .622 . . . .145.00-145.50 . . . . .145.15 106 . . . . . .653-692 . . . . . .675 . . . .140.75-152.75 . . . . .147.12 69 . . . . . . .706-737 . . . . . .721 . . . .137.25-147.00 . . . . .143.54 155 . . . . . .754-798 . . . . . .782 . . . .134.50-143.50 . . . . .139.49 13 . . . . . . . .774 . . . . . . . .774 . . . . . . .130.50 . . . . . . . .130.50 165 . . . . . .803-839 . . . . . .822 . . . .133.00-137.50 . . . . .135.50 7 . . . . . . . . .828 . . . . . . . .828 . . . . . . .125.00 . . . . . . . .125.00 99 . . . . . . .855-880 . . . . . .862 . . . .125.00-128.75 . . . . .127.71 120 . . . . . .937-939 . . . . . .938 . . . . . . .125.25 . . . . . . . .125.25 18 . . . . . . . .933 . . . . . . . .933 . . . . . . .120.00 . . . . . . . .120.00

Feeder Steers Medium & Large 1-2 Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price 9 . . . . . . . . .420 . . . . . . . .420 . . . . . . .193.50 . . . . . . . .193.50 12 . . . . . . . . 535 . . . . . . .535 . . . .177.00-187.00 . . . . .181.17 27 . . . . . . .552-568 . . . . . .562 . . . .171.00-179.00 . . . . .172.57 6 . . . . . . . . .628 . . . . . . . .628 . . . . . . .164.00 . . . . . . . .164.00 11 . . . . . . . .663 . . . . . . . .663 . . . . . . .164.50 . . . . . . . .164.50 5 . . . . . . . . .715 . . . . . . . .715 . . . . . . .152.50 . . . . . . . .152.50

NEBRASKA HAY SUMMARY Week Ending 5/4/2012 Eastern Nebraska: Compared to last week: alfalfa, grass hay, ground/delivered alfalfa and Dehy pellets sold mostly steady to weak. Most hay products continue to move at a slow pace. Reports of a little more carryover of 2011 alfalfa and grass hay keep coming up in conversation this week. Some producers think it might add a little downward pressure on the market. Some producers in the state have cut and baled first cutting. Some reports of light tonnage in some areas but with high quality hay. Prices are dollars per ton FOB stack in medium to large square bales and rounds, unless otherwise noted. Prices from the most recent reported sales. Nebraska Department of Agriculture has a hay and forage directory available at www.agr.state.ne.us click on Hay Information.

Northeast Nebraska: Alfalfa: Premium large square bales 225.00. Good large rounds 135.00150.00. Few, Good large rounds 130.00 delivered.

Grass Hay: Good large rounds 95.00-100.00; fair large rounds 70.00-80.00; small square bales 145.00160.00. Dehydrated alfalfa pellets, 17 percent protein: 280.00-290.00.

Platte Valley of Nebraska: Alfalfa: Good large rounds 140.00-150.00, Fair to good large rounds 130.00-135.00. Grass: Good large rounds 90.00100.00, Fair to good 80.00-85.00. Alfalfa ground and delivered to feedlots: local hauls 180.00- 185.00.

Ground and delivered corn stalks 110.00-115.00.

Dehydrated alfalfa pellets, 17 percent protein: 300.00.

Western Nebraska: Compared to last week: All classes trading steady to weak. Many areas are reporting limited availability or are sold out for the year. Dry and windy conditions continue in most areas. Demand light to moderate. All prices dollars per ton FOB stack in large square bales and rounds, unless otherwise noted. Most horse hay sold in small squares. Prices are from the most recent reported sales.

Detailed Quotations Western Nebraska Alfalfa Premium Lg. Sqs 90.

Premium Lg. Rd. Fair-Good Lg. Sqs. 169.00 Wheat Lg. Round Ground & Deliv. New Crop 70.00-85.00 170.00

Mixed Grass Wheat Straw Corn Stalks

• St. Joseph Sheep - Week Ending Monday, April 30, 2012 • Prior Week Slaughtered Lamb Head Count -- Formula : Domestic - 9,841; Imported - 0 Slaughtered Owned Sheep: Domestic: 5,596 Head; Carcass Wt: 23-105 Lbs.; Wtd Avg Wt: 91.7; Wtd avg. Dressing: 51.0; choice or better; 95.1% YG 52.% Domestic Formula Purchases: . . . .Head . . .Weight (lbs) . . .Avg Weight . . . . . .Price Range . . . . . . . . .Wtd Avg 144 . . . .under 55 lbs . . . . . .43.3 . . . . . . .300.00 - 450.00 . . . . . . . .381.46 143 . . . . .55-65 lbs . . . . . . .60.6 . . . . . . .310.00 - 320.00 . . . . . . . . .317.70 1,996 . . . .65-75 lbs . . . . . . .71.8 . . . . . . . .300.00 - 322.00 . . . . . . . .311.79 2,190 . . . .75-85 lbs . . . . . . .81.4 . . . . . . . .300.00 - 352.00 . . . . . . . .324.59 5,617 . . . .over 85 lbs . . . . .101.5 . . . . . . .247.86 - 329.58 . . . . . . . .302.35

Lean hog trade has started to work sideways to higher as the market consolidates at the lows. June futures are up $1 on the week, and remain well below the recent highs.

Concerns about demand weigh on trade along with our solid weekly slaughter numbers. The chart picture is back to negative with the trade below the 10-day and 20-day moving averages at 8523, and 8689. Support is a big question mark at the moment with trade below long term lows, but continued solid trade this week may mark a bottom. Speculators have moved away from hogs at the moment. Cash prices have been a little better as the packers are having to start working harder to secure numbers. The pork cutout has been erratic but is showing some signs of moving in the right direction. Export demand will become more of question mark with China having ample domestic supplies. Beef and Chicken prices remain elevated which should give pork an opportunity to build market share especially with plentiful stocks. Cold storage supplies are elevated which should offset a seasonal decline in production near term which has been easing along quietly.

Support: Resistance

Apr. 12 8162 8752

Jun. 12 8235 8795

June 2012 Hogs (CBOT) - Daily Chart

Open . . .83.900 High . . .85.450 Low . . .83.900 Close . .84.850 Change .+0.550

Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price 9 . . . . . . . . .285 . . . . . . . 285 . . . . . . . 210.00 . . . . . . . .210.00 38 . . . . . . .470-491 . . . . . .485 . . . .155.00-170.00 . . . . .162.17 20 . . . . . . .515-547 . . . . . .538 . . . .156.00-169.50 . . . . .160.69 6 . . . . . . . . .591 . . . . . . . .591 . . . . . . .160.50 . . . . . . . .160.50 16 . . . . . . .608-648 . . . . . .633 . . . .147.00-153.50 . . . . .151.16 6 . . . . . . . . .746 . . . . . . . .746 . . . . . . .136.00 . . . . . . . .136.00

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Confirmed: 105,687 Week Ago: 88,352 Year Ago: 156,765

Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . .Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . Price Range ($) Weighted Averages Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,469 . . . . . . . . .1,190-1,500 . . . . . . . . . . .120.00-125.00 1,378 . . . . . . . . . . .121.68 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10,207 . . . . . . . .1,175-1,490 . . . . . . . . . . .119.00-123.00 1,350 . . . . . . . . . . .120.82 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15,421 . . . . . . . .1,070-1,435 . . . . . . . . . . .117.00-123.00 1,290 . . . . . . . . . . .120.21 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .515 . . . . . . . . . .1,195-1,300 . . . . . . . . . . .119.00-120.00 1,232 . . . . . . . . . . .119.26 Weighted Averages Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . .Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,454 . . . . . . . . .1,115-1,385 . . . . . . . . . . .120.00-123.00 1,261 . . . . . . . . . . .122.04 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8,871 . . . . . . . . .1,100-1,440 . . . . . . . . . . .116.00-123.00 1,222 . . . . . . . . . . .120.56 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,735 . . . . . . . .1,075-1,325 . . . . . . . . . . .118.00-123.00 1,165 . . . . . . . . . . .120.15 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 . . . . . . . . . 1,080-1,214 . . . . . . . . . . .119.00-120.00 1,149 . . . . . . . . . . .119.51 ============================================================================================================== Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . Price Range ($) Weighted Averages Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) (Paid on Hot Weights) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,176 . . . . . . . . . .810-961 . . . . . . . . . . . . .190.00-195.00 885 . . . . . . . . . . . .193.59 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12,256 . . . . . . . . . .760-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .188.00-195.00 854 . . . . . . . . . . . .192.43 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,367 . . . . . . . . . .806-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .192.00-195.00 891 . . . . . . . . . . . .194.30 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Weighted Averages Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,300 . . . . . . . . . . 713-912 . . . . . . . . . . . .190.00-194.50 801 . . . . . . . . . . . .193.27 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,767 . . . . . . . . . .693-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .188.00-195.00 791 . . . . . . . . . . . .193.25 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .798 . . . . . . . . . . .752-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .190.00-195.00 905 . . . . . . . . . . . .193.30 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-

Weekly Weighted Averages (Beef Brands): Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .30,612 . . . . . . .1,322 . . . . . . .120.61 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .22,224 . . . . . .1,194 . . . . . . .120.43 Dressed Del Steer . . .19,799 . . . . . . .867 . . . . . . . .192.96 Dressed Del Heifer . . .11,865 . . . . . . .801 . . . . . . . .193.26

Sales fob feedlots and delivered.

Estimated net weights after 3-4% shrink. Other: Contract sales; Formula sales; Holsteins; Heiferettes; Cattle sold earlier in the week, but data not collected on day of sale; Etc.

Week Ago Averages:

Year Ago Averages:

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .29,336 . . . . . . .1,308 . . . . . . .119.76 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .26,692 . . . . . . .1,194 . . . . . . .119.85 Dressed Del Steer . . .11,139 . . . . . . .877 . . . . . . . .193.34 Dressed Del Heifer . . .5,129 . . . . . . . .824 . . . . . . . .192.61

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .44,759 . . . . . .1,285 . . . . . . .115.02 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .33,572 . . . . . . .1,162 . . . . . . .114.92 Dressed Del Steer . . .36,767 . . . . . . .850 . . . . . . . .184.10 Dressed Del Heifer . . .13,488 . . . . . . .776 . . . . . . . .184.53

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Aug. 12 Feeder 15242 16292

Live cattle trade has continued to work higher despite the pressure from outside markets. For the week, live cattle are $1.20 higher. August Feeder Cattle are up $.90 on the week with weak corn and good pasture conditions holding animals back. The chart marks support at 114.56, and 114.80. The cutout has been mixed with good choice strength, it is at $191.50 up $13.0 on the week, and choice was down .16 at 185.95. Choice continues to rebuild its premium, and the cutout has continued to work higher. Boxed beef movement has picked up ahead of Mother’s Day which is the unofficial kickoff of grilling season. The pace of export demand coming forward will remain a concern with world economic issues.

Showlists are mixed this week, with some growth in the North No cash trade has surfaced yet. The feedlots are looking for $122 to $123. Packer margins are the best

they have been in sometime. World economic concerns will limit further speculative enthusiasm in the near term. The export markets have stayed fairly solid in the near term. Pasture conditions continue to improve which should limit placements and encourage heifer retention coming forward. We understand numbers are down and market items are bullish, but we are up around $160, not $130 cwt right now. Across the board everyone’s production costs are mixed, but we should be looking at $350-$600 projected profit per calf; which is something to protect/hedge.

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June 2012 Live Cattle (CBOT) - Daily Chart

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Open .116.525 High .116.875 Low . .116.475 Close .116.900 Change +0.275 AG NEWS COMMODITIES myfarmandranch.com

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May is Beef Month in Nebraska

By Noel Mues, Extension Educator, Furnas County Please join farmers and ranchers in celebrating “May is Beef Month in Nebraska!”

This is a great time to enjoy the high quality beef for which our state is known. From cattle producers to feed manufacturers and processors to consumers, thousands of people play an important role in bringing beef from the pasture to plate. In fact, cattle generate $12 billion in total direct and indirect activity in Nebraska’s economy making beef much more than just what’s for dinner.

This is also a good time to reflect on the Furnas County Livestock Association, the Nebraska Cattlemen Association, and the Nebraska Beef Council in recognizing the importance of their contributions to the Beef Cattle Industry.

Furnas County Livestock Association The Furnas County Livestock Association (FCLA) is a proud affiliate of the Nebraska Cattlemen Association. Directors of the FCLA are: Chuck Eubanks, President – Cambridge; David Becker, Vice President – Beaver City; Bruce Blickenstaff, Treasurer – Wilsonville; Bart Deterding – Cambridge; Jason Houghtelling – Cambridge; Mike Huxoll – Hendley; Cory Tegtman – Stamford; and Bill Weaver – Beaver City.

Nebraska Cattlemen Mission Statement The mission of the Nebraska Cattlemen is to nurture profitability for Nebraska beef producers and to provide leadership to the cattle industry in Nebraska, across the United States and around the world.

About Nebraska Cattlemen, Inc. The Nebraska Cattlemen Association (NC) is a grassroots organization whose individual producer members determine issues of importance to the Nebraska Beef Industry. The Nebraska Cattlemen Association was officially formed on August 24, 1988, through the consolidation of the Nebraska Stock Growers Association (founded 1889), the Nebraska Livestock Feeders Association (founded 1970) and the Nebraska Feedlot Council (founded 1987).

Its principal services are government affairs, public information, issues management, and education. NC performs three basic functions.

First, the association represents the beef cattle industry to the legislative and administrative branches of the state and federal governments.

Second, it explains beef production (including safety of the product, use of natural resources, care of animals, and beef economics) to the public and opinion influencers. In addition, NC interprets economic, social and political developments to the industry. Third, it provides economic and other information to members to aid them in their own planning and management.

Each member has the opportunity to influence state cattlemen's association policy and priorities through participation in councils and committees. These committees are appointed annually by the affiliate presidents.

Membership Organization dollars allow the staff and officers of NC and NCBA to work on behalf of the membership. NC programs are financed by dues invested by individual members.

Benefits of NC Membership By uniting with others, your membership makes your voice louder. In short, whether it's

convincing state and national legislators, obtaining market information, keeping up with regulations or responding to consumers and the media, your membership protects and improves the atmosphere in which you do business.

Nebraska Cattlemen membership makes you more effective, leaving more time for what you prefer doing - producing cattle.

Nebraska Cattlemen Midyear Meeting The Nebraska Cattlemen has planned a great line-up of activities and speakers for its Midyear Meeting. You are invited to attend the 2012 Nebraska Cattlemen Midyear Meeting in Atkinson and Stuart on Thursday and Friday, June 7th and 8th.

A great line up of speakers and activities for members are being planned for the two-day event. Nebraska Cattlemen members are encouraged to make plans to attend the meeting and take part in industry discussions during the six NC policy committees addressing animal health & nutrition, education, marketing & commerce, natural resources & environment, brand & property rights, and taxation. Many issues affect Nebraska cattle producers and your voice can be heard during policy discussion at these meetings. This is your opportunity to shape policy and provide direction for leadership and staff. Socializing is an important part of Midyear, too.

If you are a current member, your membership is much appreciated and we hope you will be able to attend. If you are not a NC member, you are encouraged to attend the Midyear events and meetings and consider becoming a member of Nebraska Cattlemen.

The complete schedule and on-line registration is available at www.nebraskacattlemen.org or by calling the NC Office at (402) 475-2333.

BPI Says Three Plant Closings Permanent

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Consumer sentiment remained sour. Demand didn't return.

Big business customers kept their ties cut. The result was Monday's announcement by Beef Products Inc. -- the nation's largest producer of a much-scrutinized ground beef filler known by detractors as "pink slime" -- that it will permanently close three plants where operations had been suspended, including one in Waterloo, Iowa.

The Waterloo facility, along with the other plants, in Amarillo, Texas, and Garden City, Kan., accounted for 650 jobs. The Iowa factory alone employed 200 people. "While we had hoped to be able to resume operation at those plants, that is not going to be possible in the immediate future," said Rich Jochum, a company spokesman. In the statement, BPI said the jobs will be eliminated on May 25. Operations at the company's main plant in South Sioux City, Neb., will continue, the company said. That plant is operating at reduced capacity until the market demands more, the company said. The company's processed ground

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"I continue to hope that as consumers learn about this safe, healthy and lean food, they will understand what a great product lean, finely textured beef truly is," he said. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, said, "It's a real shame that a smear campaign of misinformation that neither accurately describes lean, finely textured beef, nor is fair to the hard-working people who make it, is costing a lot of people their jobs today." He said there wasn't enough time "to educate the public about the company's process that was approved by the Food and Drug Administration, and used in hundreds of other foods, besides beef, that's been consumed safely for more than 20 years."

BPI has a beefisbeef.com website that it hopes will rebuild demand. At its peak, lean, finely textured beef was in about 70 percent of all ground beef. The company, a family-owned operation in Dakota Dunes, S.D., is known for its innovations in food safety. It makes only the beef filler, and company officials have said it doesn't have another product it can make and sell in the interim.

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As the debate continued, several grocery chains and fast-food restaurants decided not to carry products with the filler, saying consumers had indicated that they didn't want it. Consumers said they felt misled by the lack of labeling and were concerned they were paying premium prices for a lesser product.

The reaction was so swift and so strong that BPI's sales dropped by half in March. The uproar, along with a case of mad-cow disease detected in a dairy cow in California last month, sent cattle futures to a low of $1.1157 on April 24. Since then prices have improved, but they are still down about 7 percent for the year. Those issues, combined with high fuel and livestock feed prices, are expected to send ground beef prices to all-time highs in the coming months.

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CATTLE GROUPS STUDY BRAND INSPECTION CHANGES...

Continued from page 1 The goal is to maintain the integrity of branding for Nebraska Cattlemen members who rely on it as an identification system but not necessarily make other cattle owners comply, he said.

It's the setting that determines if branding is effective and necessary. "It's not that it is not a good idea," he said, but it's not used in most feedyards.

"We think we can sit down and figure out how to do this," he said. "Obviously, the devil is in the details."

Those details include considering whether the program can remain self-sustaining if cattle are taken out of the inspection system. Kelsey said there will be discussions with cattle producers to determine what they're willing to pay for the benefits of brand inspections.

"This is a big chunk to bite off, and this is not a snack-size meal," he said about studying different scenarios, evaluating their costs, reviewing the challenges, trying to anticipate unintended

consequences of changing the current system and determining whether changes require legislative action or could be made through Brand Committee rules.

Kelsey said there might be a brand-related bill ready for consideration in the 2013 session of the Nebraska Legislature. "We're not gonna rush," he added. "We're going to move methodically."

Wright said expanding the brand inspection area to include all of Nebraska doesn't mean that everyone, or anyone, must brand their cattle. The inspection is simply a starting point to confirm ownership when cattle are sold.

Without that inspection, "possession is ninetenths of the law" outside the designated area, he said.

"I'd think all the buyers would want to be assured that they aren't buying stolen cattle," Wright said about the value of making the inspection system apply statewide.

He also sees a fairness issue tied to the $1 checkoff that is supposed to be collected whenever a beef animal is sold anywhere in Nebraska.

Wright said brand inspectors help ensure that the checkoff is collected because inspections are required whenever an animal leaves the inspection area or is sold within the area at a livestock market or processor or by private treaty.

Checkoff payments are on the honor system for private treaty sales outside the brand inspection area, he said.

"We've branded for 200 years or more for identification. When we started doing disease traceability, they did it with a brand," Wright said about other brand benefits.

Also, he said, a statewide inspection area would end inspections now done when cattle move back and forth across the line and require them only when cattle are sold.

COME SPRING AT THE RYAN RANCH, IT’S TIME TO ROUND ’EM UP Continued from page 1 where a makeshift corral was erected on what Eric described as “the highest, driest place we had.”

A homemade branding iron heater was put into position and tested. Syringes were loaded with pneumonia and “seven-way” vaccines. Eric and his dad, Randy, gathered their tools to castrate the bull calves.

Anxious mama cows separated from their babies by a corral fence bawled. The morning breeze soon carried the scent of burning hair created by the smoky mix of hot branding irons and calf hide.

An experienced branding crew of more than 30 settled into the various jobs with few instructions required.

After roping a back foot or two, cowboys on horses dragged the calves backwards across the prairie hay to a pair of ranch hands who untied the calves and put them on their sides.

One calf holder stretched out a calf ’s back leg and the other controlled the front end by folding a leg toward the calf ’s chest. Every calf was vaccinated and branded with Eric’s lazy Y and E mark. The bull calves were castrated.

Most calves got up as soon as they were released and walked or wobbled to a grassy patch beyond the branding area.

The crew of mostly working ranchers and grown-up ranch kids now living in towns nearby or far away made quick work of branding Eric’s 100 mostly-Angus-crossedwith-Hereford calves born since mid-March.

After a sloppy joe dinner, another 100 calves were rounded up at Randy’s place a few miles to the north and marked with his J/ brand.

The Ryans and other Nebraskans brand their cattle for reasons that are more important than extending a ranching tradition or having friends and family over for some fun. A registered brand, unique among Nebraska cattle producers, identifies cattle ownership.

“If they get out, the neighbors have no doubt about who they belong to,” Randy said, and the mark is more permanent than ear tags.

He uses numbered ear tags to match cows and calves. Later, after the calves have been preconditioned and are nearly ready for sale, they get electronic ear tags for additional identification.

Eric said his grandparents had livestock in the Mason City-Ansley area where Randy grew up, so he’s been attending branding days since he was a child.

Referring to all the children present at his branding day, Eric said, “We’re trying to train

that generation up” to handle livestock in the right way.

There are more modern ways to work cattle today, but he said the methods used must match a rancher’s facilities and skill set.

The old-fashioned way is a less stressful on the calves and safer than using chutes, Eric said. Rounding up and roping calves with horses still “takes the starch out of them and they take it (the actual branding) pretty good,” he added.

“We train horses,” Eric said, so having a branding day and using horses takes the labor part out of job.

“This is fun,” Randy said as he waited for branding to begin. “This is not work. We do every day what people go on vacation to do. We get a lot of fresh air and a lot of time alone, but it’s great.”

“This was the first time we had hosted a branding at this place ... ,” Eric said, because his family moved there about a year ago. “I thought it would go good. We had a lot of good hands.

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2012 New Pork & Beans Recipe Challenge Nebraska pork producers and dry bean growers know there’s a new crop of mouthwatering recipes combining the great taste of pork and beans. Nebraska is the 5th largest pork producing state and is the country’s top producer of great northern beans and a leading producer of pinto, light red kidney, black and navy beans.

Jane Reeson, Domestic Marketing Director for the Nebraska Pork Producers and Lynn Reuter of the Nebraska Dry Bean Commission have no doubts that there are many recipes combining pork and dry edible beans that are being updated, created and tweaked in family kitchens across the nation and they are willing to make it worth your while to share.

A $1,000 grand prize will be awarded to the winner of the 2012 New Pork & Beans Recipe Challenge. In addition to the $1,000 grand prize, the runner-up will receive $500 and the third place winner will receive $250. The rules are simple. You have to be 18 years of age or older to

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Judging will be based on taste, appearance, ease of preparation, and originality.

“Today’s pork is leaner than ever, while dry beans are a great source of low-fat fiber and protein,” said Jane Reeson of the Nebraska Pork Producers Association. “People have combined the two for ages to create flavorful and nutritious meals, and we’re excited to have the chance to try some new favorites.”

To enter go to www.neporkandbeans.org or log onto www.nepork.org and follow the Domestic Marketing Link. Recipes can also be typed and mailed. They must be postmarked on or before May 31, 2012, and mail to: Nebraska Pork Producers, New Pork & Bean Recipe Challenge, 7441 “O” Street, Suite 104, Lincoln, NE 68510 Contest sponsored by the Nebraska Dry Bean Commission and Nebraska Pork Producers Association.

Three Republican Basin entities have received federal WaterSMART Water and Energy Efficiency Grants.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Secretary of Interior Ken Salazar announced approval Wednesday of $21.2 million for reclamation and reuse projects and studies nationwide and $11 million in new water and energy-efficiency grants.

The Nebraska project grants are: ? Bostwick Irrigation District in Nebraska, Water Conservation Piping Project - $300,000 in reclamation funding of a total project cost of $662,677.

The district, which is downstream of Harlan County Reservoir, will convert seven miles of open ditch to buried pipe, an improvement expected to result in saving 1,573 acre-feet of water annually that currently is lost to seepage and evaporation.

The project also includes installation of a variable-frequency drive to increase pumping efficiency.

The water conserved will be stored in the reservoir to maintain high lake levels, future water supply and for use during drought years. ? Frenchman-Cambridge Irrigation District, Cambridge Canal Automation Project $299,715 in reclamation funding of a total project cost of $632,016.

The district will automate and install a control and data acquisition system on the headgate from Harry Strunk Reservoir into the Cambridge Canal and automate four other check structures.

Automating the system will allow district officials to monitor the upstream pool elevation at the diversion dam and adjust gates to capture flows as effectively as possible. The project is expected to result in saving approximately 3,074 a-f of water annually, which will remain in the reservoir to assist in Nebraska's compliance with the Republican River Compact. ? Upper Republican Natural Resources District, Republican River Basin Ground and Surface Water Protection Program - $100,000 in reclamation funding of a total project cost of $200,000.

The NRD will provide rebates to farmers for soil-moisture probes and related soil-moisture technology to reduce water use in a 1.7 millionacre region of southwest Nebraska.

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Without FRE-FLOTM

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Conditions water naturally. Cleans and maintains drip lines.

Provides a rapid return on your investment.

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Schedule of Events May 18-20 - Lincoln (Lancaster County) Lincoln Quilter's Guild 2012 Quilt Show; Weary Center, Nebraska Wesleyan University, 53rd & Huntington. More than 300 quilts, vendors, live and silent auction, demonstration and tours of the International Quilt Study Center.

9am-5pm, $6 Elizabeth Sterns (402) 467-9467 www.lincolnquiltersguild.org May 19 - Ashland (Saunders County) Mud, Sweat, & Beers 7K Trail Run; Quarry Oaks Golf Club, 16600 Quarry Oaks Dr. More than 2,500 costumed and crazy runners and walkers compete in this 4.3 mile trail run through some of the most spectacular wooded terrain in eastern Nebraska. 6pm, See website Joe Sutter (402) 9446000 mudsweatandbeerrun.com May 19 - Grand Island (Hall County) Island Area Cruisers Annual Charities Tour; Grand Island and Hastings Walmarts Show and shine tour. Cars, trucks and motorcycles welcome.

7:30am-4:30pm Debra Rinke (308) 382-2958 www.visitgrandisland.com May 19 - North Platte (Lincoln County) Woofstock; Memorial Park, E. Fourth St. Contests for dogs, children's games and vendors with specials on animal care and accessories.

10am-2pm, Free Dianne Morales (308) 650-7297 www.pphs.com May 19 - Waverly (Lancaster County) Camp Creek Antique Machinery Swap Meet and Flea Market; Camp Creek Threshers Show Grounds, 17200 Bluff Rd. Machinery, tractors, parts and equipment and flea market. 6:30am3pm, Free (402) 726-2487 www.ccthreshers.org May 25 - Lexington (Dawson County) Buzzard Migration Wine Release Party; Mac's Creek Winery & Vineyards, 43315 Rd 757. Join the winery in releasing the 2011 vintage of Nebraska's favorite summertime wine - Buzzard's Roost Blush. Appetizers, live entertainment and wine tastings. 5-9pm, Free Barry McFarland (308) 324-0440 www.macscreekvineyards.com May 26 Beatrice (Gage County) Monumental Fiddling Championship and Acoustic Band Contest; Homestead National Monument of America, 8523 W. NE Hwy 4. A day of music and competition with fiddlers and musicians of all ages. 10am-9pm, Free Susan Cook (402) 223-3514 www.nps.gov/home May 26-27 - Chadron (Dawes County) Chadron State College Golf Classic; Ridgeview Country Club (308) 432-6362 www.chadron.com May 26-28 - Brownville (Nemaha County) Spring Flea Market; Main St. More than 200 vendors from across the United States. Antiques, flowers, jewelry, collectibles and food. 8am-6pm, Free Jim Doty (402) 825-3731 www.brownvillene.com May 27 - Omaha (Douglas County) Military Appreciation Day; German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. Live music and food. A day of appreciation for active, reserve and retired military. noon-8pm, Free (402) 333-6615 www.ger manamericansociety.org May 30-Aug 29 - Grand Island (Hall County) Cruise Night at the Airport; Central Nebraska Regional Airport, 3773 Sky Park Rd. Displays of vintage and classic autos, golden oldies tunes and food specials. Last Wednesday of each month, 68pm, Free Doug Brown (308) 390-5372 www.fly grandisland.com

May 31-June 3 - Comstock (Custer County) Comstock Country Fest; 46095 Sargent Ord Rd. Nebraska's party in the pasture brings your favorite country artists up close and personal.

Camping available. Glenn Zacek (308) 225-4843 www.comstockmusicfestivals.com June 1-2 - Grand Island (Hall County) Appaloosa Horse Show; Fonner Park, 700 E. Stolley Park Rd. (308) 380-7599 www.neapp.org June 1-2 - McCool Junction (York County) Nebraska Cattlemen's Ball; Stone Creek Event Center, N. 1st Ave. A showcase of rural Nebraska.

Carrie Colburn (402) 730-4171 www.cattlemensball.com June 1-3 - Alliance (Box Butte County) Thunder on the Prairie Rod Run. Central Park Classic cars, street rods and trucks on display along with a dance, poker run and award program.

Jeff Engelhaupt (308) 762-1969 www.385cruisers.com June 1-3 - Loup City (Sherman County) Polish Days; Main St. Ethnic festival with music, dancing, melodrama, food vendors and games.

(308) 745-0430 www.loupcity.com June 2 - Ogallala (Keith County) Kids Fishing Clinic and Water Expo; Lake McConaughy Scott Eveland (308) 289-0017 www.visitogallala.com June 2-3 - Fairbury (Jefferson County) Rock Creek Trail Days; Rock Creek Station State Historical Park, 57426 710 Rd. Living history demonstrations, Pony Express runs and HickokMcCanles re-enactment, blacksmithing, storytelling, buffalo stew cookout and more. Park permit required. Wayne Brandt (402) 729-5777 www.outdoornebraska.org June 2-3 - Omaha (Douglas County) Nebraska State Chili Cook-Off; Millers Landing, 151 Freedom Park Rd. Cooks from around the country make salsa, chili verde and chili for prizes and a chance to cook at the ICS World Chili Championship. Noon, $5 Sue Dudzik (402) 572-1479 www.chilicookoff.com June 2-3 - Ponca (Dixon County) Scheels 3-D Archery Tournament; Ponca State Park 88090 Spur 26E. Each round of shooting includes 25 targets. Prizes and giveaways. (402) 755-2284 www.outdoornebraska.org June 2-3 - Scottsbluff (Scotts Bluff County) Circle the Bluffs Powwow; Western Nebraska Community College, 1601 E. 27th St. Traditional powwow with singing, drumming and Native American dancing. Fri, 7pm; Sat, 1 & 7pm; Sun, noon, Free Jina Red Nest (308) 225-1325 June 2-3 - Steele City (Jefferson County) Steele City Bike Show; The Salty Dog Saloon Bikers from around the Midwest ride the scenic byways to show off their bikes and compete for prizes. (402) 442-2233 June 2-July 28 - Springfield (Sarpy County) Nebraska Art Quilts in Springfield - A Celebration of Color; Springfield Artworks, 183 Main St Gallery walls will be covered with quilts all made in Nebraska. Margie Trembley (402) 3019162 www.springfieldartworks.com June 3 - Harrison (Sioux County) Wildflower Walk and Talk; Agate Fossil Beds National Monument Presented by master gardener Lue Jensen. (308) 436-9772

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June 3 - Surprise (Butler County) 20th Annual Tractor Pull; Big Blue River Park.

Classic tractors, open class and pure stock pulls 1958 and older. Noon Susan Doehling (402) 5262391 June 5-Aug 24 - Bellevue (Sarpy County) Annual Quilt Show; Sarpy County Historical Museum, 2402 Clay St. More than 50 quilts, old and new in various styles. www.sarpycountymu seum.org June 7-9 - North Platte (Lincoln County) Miss Nebraska Pageant; North Platte High School, 1200 W. 2nd St. Jay Engel (308) 534-3638 www.missnebraska.org June 8-9 - Lexington (Dawson County) 8th Annual Plum Creek Rodeo; Fairgrounds 7:30pm, $5-$8 Julie Harris (308) 324-5504 www.visitlexington.org June 9 - Eustis (Frontier County) Wurst Tag; Downtown Celebration of the town's German heritage with German food, polka music, sausage stuffing, car show, contests and demonstrations. $5 (308) 486-5545 www.eustisnebraska.com June 9 - Harrison (Sioux County) Harrison Craft Fair. (308) 668-2428 June 9 - Sidney (Cheyenne County) Gold Rush Days; Legion Park Frontier village, arts and crafts, entertainment, square dancing, shootouts, quick draw competition, chuckwagon cookout and activities for young and old. Free Larry Fraas (308) 254-5161 www.sidneygoldrush.com June 9-23 - North Platte (Lincoln County) NEBRASKAland Days; City-wide & Buffalo Bill Arena Explore the lure of the West including PRCA rodeos, top name concerts, parades, athletic contests, food events, art shows and many more.

(308) 532-7939 www.nebraskalanddays.com June 13-14 - Bassett (Rock County) Sandhills Ranch Expo; Rock County Fairgrounds State-ofthe-art ranching equipment, cattle and more.

Wed, 10am-7pm; Thu, 10am-5pm, Free Keith Cosgrove (402) 684-2320 www.sandhillsranch expo.com June 13-17 - Norfolk (Madison County) Viero Great American Comedy Festival; Johnny Carson Theatre, 801 Riverside Blvd and Divots Conference Center on Hwy 275. In honor of Johnny Carson, the king of late-night television.

Showcasing some of the best amateur and professional comedians from across the nation. $10$25/ticket (877) 371-1020 www.greatamerican comedyfestival.com June 14-15 - Clarkson (Colfax County) Annual Mid-States Rodeo; City park From broncs to bulls, roping to wrestling - it's great family entertainment. 7:30pm Chuck Hamernik (402) 892-3457 www.ci.clarkson.ne.us June 14-17 - Ravenna (Buffalo County) City-wide DC Lynch midway, demo derby, tractor pull, parade, sand volleyball, fun run and more.

(308) 452-3344 www.ci.ravenna.ne.us

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The Heartland Express Category Index 1000 - Hay & Forage Equip

1500 - Hay and Grain

2200 - Horses

3000 - Other Equipment

Mower, Windrowers, Swathers, Rakes, Balers, etc.

Alfalfa, Prairie Hay, Straw, Seed, Corn, Bean, etc.

Registered, Grade, Studs, Tack, Mares, etc.

Antique Items, Fencing, Buildings, Catchall, etc.

1100 - Tillage Equip

1800 - Livestock Equip

2300 - Other Animals

5000 - Real Estate

Tractors, Implements, Sprayers, Cultivators, etc.

Chutes, Gates, Panels, Feeder Wagons, Bunks, etc.

Dogs, Poultry, Goats, Fish, etc.

Farm Real Estate, Non Farm Real Estate

1200 - Irrigation Equip

1900 - Cattle

2500 - Services

6000 - Bed and Breakfast

Engines, Motors, Pumps, Pipe, Pivots, Gear Heads, etc.

Feeder Cattle, Heifers, Bulls, Services, etc.

Help Wanted, Custom Work and Services, etc.

Your home away from home

7000 - Special Events

1300 - Grain Harvest Equip

2000 - Swine

2600 - Transportation

Combines, Heads, Augers, Dryers, Carts, etc.

Feeders, Sows, Boars, etc.

Cars, Pickups, Truck, Trailers, ATV, Planes, etc.

1400 - Other Equipment

2100 - Sheep

2800 - Construction

Snowblowers, Blades, Shop Tools, Washers, Heaters etc.

Feeder Lambs, Ewes, Bred Ewes

Dozers, Scrapers, Loaders, Crawlers, Heavy Trucks, etc.

Guide Hunts, Fishing Trips, Singles

Deadline for next issue: THURSDAY, May 17th. The next Heartland Express will be printed on THURSDAY, May 24th.

To run a classified ad in the Farm and Ranch, call 800-658-3191 and ask for Lesli 1001 - MOWERS WANTED TO BUY NE - IHC #24 MOWER & PARTS, (308) 5872344 FOR SALE NE - REBUILT KOSCH HAYVESTOR, (308) 587-2344 NE - IHC H W/WO MOWER, (308) 587-2344 NE - KOSCH SIDE MOUNT MOWER, (308) 587-2344 NE - EMERSON DOUBLE VICON DISC, (308) 544-6421 NE - VICON 3 PT DISC MOWER, (308) 5446421 NE - REBUILT KOSCH TRAILVESTER MOWERS, 14’, WITH WARRANTY, $5,000.00, (308) 544-6421 MO - M & W PC1547 BATWING MOWER, 15’, GOOD CONDITION, $7,500.00, (660) 5483804 NE - NH 456 9’ BAR, $1,650.00, (308) 8744562 1003 - SWATHERS FOR SALE KS - NH HS HEAD. PLANETARY DRIVE & PUMP FOR NH 8040, (785) 731-5190 NE - 2008 1903 CASE IH ROTARY HEAD SWATHER, (402) 461-9336 1005 - RAKES WANTED TO BUY NE - LH CHANNEL IRON FRAME ON NH56 OVER 56B SIDE RAKE, AND A WHEEL, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE IA - WWW. RAKEWHEELS. COM, (712) 3662114 1006 - BALERS FOR SALE NE - BALER BELTS AND CHAINS; BEARINGS & FLANGES, (308) 587-2344 NE - BELTS FOR MOST BALERS & SWATHERS, (308) 587-2344 AL - ROUND BALER BELTING: LRGST DEALER IN US. ORIGINAL BELTING FOR ALL ROUND BALERS INCLUDING NEW JD IN STOCK! SAVE HUNDRED$! FREE SHIPPING ANYWHERE! NO 800#, JUST BEST PRICES. SINCE 1973.

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1007 - BALE MOVERS/FEEDERS WANTED TO BUY NE - LOOKING FOR A NEW OR USED DEEZEE 5-BALE CARRIER. PLEASE CALL, (308) 5332332 FOR SALE NE - NEW EMERSON BALE MOVER-FEEDERS, (308) 544-6421 KS - E-Z HAUL INLINE SELF DUMPING HAY TRAILER, 32’ 6 BALE, GOOSENECK, BUMPER HITCH. CALL 785-817-5188 (CELL) OR, (785) 935-2480 ID - NEW HOLLAND BALE WAGONS, WWW. BALEWAGON. COM. ALL MODELS/PARTS, CAN DELIVER/FINANCE/TRADE., (208) 8802889 1009 - STACKERS/STACK MOVERS FOR SALE NE - JD 200 STACKMAKER, $900.00, (308) 876-2515 ID - NEW HOLLAND BALE WAGONS, WWW. BALEWAGON. COM. ALL MODELS/PARTS, CAN DELIVER/FINANCE/TRADE., (208) 8802889 NE - EMERSON 13X24 STACK MOVER, ELECTRONIC SCALES, W/ OR WITHOUT HYDRAFORK, (308) 544-6421 1010 - FORAGE HARVESTORS WANTED TO BUY KS - JOHN DEERE CHOPPERS & HEADS, ROEDER IMP, SENECA, KS, (785) 336-6103 FOR SALE NE - KNIFE BAR & RECUT SCREEN FOR JD 35, (308) 995-5515 NE - RECUT SCREEN & AXLE EXTENSION FOR IHC 730, (308) 995-5515 1013 - DUMP WAGON WANTED TO BUY KS - RICHARDTON HIGH DUMP WAGONS, ROEDER IMPLEMENT, (785) 336-6103 1014 - BALE WAGONS WANTED TO BUY KS - NH SELF PROPELLED & PULL-TYPE, ROEDER IMP, SENECA, (785) 336-6103 ID - NEW HOLLAND 2 & 3-WIDE, SELF-PROPELLED, PULL-TYPE MODELS/PARTS. JIM,, (208) 880-2889 FOR SALE ID - NEW HOLLAND’S-ALL MODELS/PARTS. CAN DELIVER/FINANCE/TRADE. WWW. BALEWAGON. COM, (208) 880-2889 1030 - OTHER- HAY & FORAGE WANTED TO BUY NE - HAYBUSTER GEAR BOX FOR 1600 STACKER, BEDROLLERS, PUSH OFF ASSEMBLY, A FEW OTHER PARTS, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE NE - HAY PROBE FOR TESTING, (308) 5872344

1030 - OTHER- HAY & FORAGE FOR SALE - C0NT’D IA - DRY HAY PRESERVATIVE—1/3 PRICE OF ACID. WATER SOLUBLE. 1. 5 GRAMS PER TON, NON-CORROSIVE. 26% MOISTURE AND UNDER. FROMMELT AG SERVICE. EMAIL TERRY AT FROMMELTAG@IOWATELECOM. NET OR CALL, (563) 925-2270 1101 - TRACTORS WANTED TO BUY NE - BUYING TRACTORS FOR SALVAGE MOST MAKES AND MODELS, (308) 5824303 NE - MF 35, 50, 65, 135, 235, 245, OR 255 TRACTOR, (402) 678-2277 MO - AC D17’S & UP, SALVAGE OR GOOD, (816) 378-2015 MO - IH 560 TO 1566, SALVAGE OR GOOD, (816) 378-2015 KS - AGGRESSIVELY BUYING JD TRACTORS, NEWER MODELS, DEALERS WELCOME, WILL TRADE, CALL FOR CASH OFFERS, (785) 776-6176 NE - OLDER TRACTOR WITH LOADER - PREFER AC WD-45 OR M FARMALL BUT WILL CONSIDER OTHERS., (308) 624-2177 FOR SALE NE - IH DISGUSTED? HAVE SHIFTING DIFFICULTIES W/YOUR IH 706, 806, 1206, 4106, 756, 856, 1256, 1456, 766, 966, 1066, 1466, 1566, 786, 886, 986, 1086, 1486, 1586, 3288, 3388, 3488, 3588, 3688, 3788, 6788?FOR A PERMANENT FIX, CALL WENZ SERVICE TO PRICE THE KIT FOR YOUR MODEL, (800) 808-7885 NE - NEW, USED AND REBUILT TRACTOR PARTS, MOST MAKES AND MODELS, (308) 582-4303 NE - 8 HOLE 15” TRACTOR FRONT WHEELS, FITS IHC, (308) 587-2344 NE - 5010 JD HANCOCK SELF LOADING SCRAPER, OLDER UNIT, (308) 436-4369 KS - FORD 2N WITH 5’ WOODS BELLY MOWER, $2,900.00, (620) 865-2541 NE - IHC 706 FOR SALVAGE, (308) 269-2586 NE - 90% TREAD 24. 5 X 32 DIAMOND TREAD 12 PLY ON 10 HOLE RIM, (308) 2692586 IL - LARGE SELECTION OF NEW, USED & REBUILT TRACTOR PARTS, IH, JD, MM, MH, AC, OLIVER & OTHERS. WE SHIP DAILY. PLEASE CALL, (217) 370-1149 NE - 1976 CASE 1270, 600 HRS ON OH, FRONT WEIGHTS, DUALS, A/C, $8,500.00, (308) 874-4562 IA - ‘82 A-C 7020, CAT 3116, LOW ENGINE HOURS, WESTENDORF WL64 LOADER, 8’ BUCKET, $15,000.00, (712) 254-2408 NE - 1981 STEIGER PTA 297, ALLISON AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, 3 PT. , NO PTO, 24.

5 - 32 TIRE 80%, 8, 000 HRS. NICE SHAPE, $19,500. PLEASE CALL, (308) 665-1767 NE - CAT MT 765C, 1100 HOURS, EXCELLENT CONDITION, (308) 991-2148

1102 - LOADERS FOR SALE NE - DUAL LOADER MOUNTS TO FIT JD 4520 OR 4620. CUSTOM BUILT, VERY HEAVY, VERY NEAT, WITH CUSTOM GRILL GUARD BUILT IN. DUAL LOADER 325 OR 345, (402) 482-5491 NE - 7. 5’ GNUSE BUCKET, HEAVY 3 PT, (402) 726-2488 1103 - LOADER ATTACHMENTS WANTED TO BUY NE - DIRT OR MANURE BUCKET HEAD FOR F10 LOADER, NEEDS TO HAVE ORANGE FRAMEWORK W/GRAPPLE, (308) 587-2344 1105 - DISKS WANTED TO BUY NE - JD 235, 20’-25’, (402) 726-2488 FOR SALE NE - DISK BLADES AND BEARINGS, (308) 587-2344

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Now grinding both sides for maximum effectiveness and longer blade life. Will travel to your farm within 200 mile radius of Craig, NE

Call Roy’s Cell: 402-660-8298 Or Leave Message: 402-377-2437 1106 - PLOWS AND SWEEP PLOWS FOR SALE KS - FLEX KING 4X5’ SWEEP PLOW, GOOD CONDITION, $1,100.00, (620) 865-2541 NE - NEW FLEX KING PICKER WHEELS, (308) 995-5515 1109 - PLANTERS FOR SALE NE - NEW #92 IHC COVERING DISK ASSEMBLY, (308) 995-5515 NE - IHC SEED DRUMS, (308) 995-5515 NE - LIFT ASSIST AND/OR TRANSPORT KIT FOR IHC LISTER/ PLANTER, ALSO GAUGE STRIPE WHEELS, (308) 995-5515 KS - 1990 JD 7200, 16R30”, 250 MONITOR, MARKERS, IN-ROW FERT. GOOD CONDITION., $23,000.00, (620) 865-2541 NE - C-IH 12R36” VERTICAL FOLD 3 PT, ALWAYS SHEDDED, (308) 995-5515 1110 - SEEDERS FOR SALE NE - 4010 CONCORD AIR SEEDER. 308-3600377 OR, (308) 282-1330 1111 - DRILLS WANTED TO BUY NE - TYE DRILL FOR PARTS, (402) 482-5491 FOR SALE KS - 30” HOE AIR SEEDER DRILL $3500. 40’ DISC AIR SEEDER DRILL, $14,000, (785) 871-0711

1111 - DRILLS FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - !! ROUND CAPS !! THE ULTIMATE GRAIN DRILL PRESS WHEEL CAP! COVERS COMPLETE FACE OF WHEEL. CONVERTS V FACED WHEELS TO ROUND FACE FOR BETTER FLOTATION & DEPTH CONTROL. PERFECT FIT! EASY TO INSTALL! DON YUNG DISTRIBUTING, KIMBALL, NE., (308) 2352718 NE - 150 & 7100 DRILLS, FERT. BOXES, BLACK HEAVY DUTY WHEELS, DBL HITCH, TRANSPORTS & PARTS, (308) 995-5515 1113 - CULTIVATORS FOR SALE SD - 3-PT 8R FLAT FOLD, $1,500.00, (605) 386-2131 NE - IHC GO-DIG PARTS, (308) 995-5515 1114 - SPRAYERS FOR SALE NE - JD 25A, 3 PT. HITCH, 150 GAL, 20” BOOM, (308) 587-2344 NE - CENTURY 500 GALLON PULL BETWEEN, $400.00, (402) 787-2244 KS - SPRA-COUPES. I BUY/SELL. CALL FOR BID. WALKER GATZ, (785) 547-7711

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KS - ‘07 MILLER MD 1000, 90’ BOOM, CUMMINS & ALLISON, RAVEN GPS, 1500 HRS, $98,000.00, (620) 865-2541 1120 - FERTILIZER EQUIPMENT WANTED TO BUY NE - YETTER 2995 COULTERS, (308) 2821330 FOR SALE NE - NEW SLURRY EQUIPMENT, (800) 2847066 KS - APPLY PRE-PLANT, DUAL, AT PLANTING SIDE-DRESS, FOLIAR OR IRRIGATION. SURE CROP QUALITY LIQUID FERTILIZERS. BALANCED FORMULAS BLENDED TO YOUR SPECS. FLEXIBLE FINANCING OPTIONS. “ASSURING CROP SUCCESS FOR YOU”.

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L 0 4 R , 6" USED & REBUILT TRACTOR PARTS, E ) 62 2 0 7 , OE 456 - JI CAS , $1,00 4-21 $600, (712 1L2A6R5GE2N0," N&E.3 N36E0A-R037 IH, JD, MM, MH, AC, OLIVER & , S 7 ) E 8 R M ( R 7 N 8 3 0 E N E 2 R IND 08 N70 . O3U 200 E LT EN OTHERS. DAILY. GPLEASE THE WE YSHIP COIULE2RS H1A9Y09- C- OBRHUEL-1AL1DS24 30NDS, M ) 832- E - RE U 260 WIND RGER F 0 - O (217) B370-1149 A 3 N 6 O 1 R G O A 5 03CALL, T S R T A IST 4 T KE O 156 WFROR SBAALLE28T2AL H OL 3 S, ERE APP ES K B R AINE - 2 SALE TED KSS 32FOVR W-INTCR & '40' I- - GRAIN FFE G N F D A R A S A E L W LES CELL: D. HOR NE& G- REGISTERED FOR ANGUS, PPE INDOWION, 003 B COBB& A-L'S59O SEAL'E30'SUCKSCOND2604 LE O A S A H R J & S HAESR AS LS(308) O SA SAL GR A 6' 2 , W L2E0A04SE - MOR L ACK SD TOERT,C HI,N2G TCHHEDING T ES. S TO O WA 732-3356 999308-870-1119, 199 525BL A G AN MO FOR 11 GSI 3 L TARP SS . OLD N R VY 1 NE (25) COMING 2 EYR C 3 T P 5 U ERSA KDS -DU, R$9A9CCNOEW L 0 R C 6 2 O 73 LE AS T FO ED A NET 136 OR L 55807 MO K M BRO GAN CHAROLAIS BULLS(308)L 567 OK - ER R USIES P19AY 9 86-2 0

To place your classified ad call Lesli @ 800-658-3191

MEYERS TRACTOR SALVAGE Aberdeen, So. Dak. 1000+ Tractors & Combines 400+ Reground Crankshafts 500+ Tractor Tires 300+ Radiators Large line of Swather, Baler & Cutter Parts

GOOD BUYS AND SERVICE WANT TO BUY TRACTORS & COMBINES & SWATHERS FOR SALVAGE

Phone (605) 225-0185 5 Miles North & 1 Mile West of CASE IH Mon. - Fri. 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM & Sat. 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

May 10, 2012 1201 - ENGINES/MOTORS FOR SALE NE - 413 CHRYSLER FOR SALVAGE, (308) 995-5515 NE - USED VEE BELTS: 3-IHC C176” $15 EA; 4 GATES C240” $20 EA; 3 DAYCO C240” $15 EA; 4 DAYCO C270” $15 EA 1 DAYCO C116 $10 EA; 1 DAYCO 94” X 1 1/4” WIDE $10, (308) 624-2177 NE - USED 350 CHEVY, OIL & WATER SHUT OFFS, SURGE TANK, CENTURY WELDER, AC/DC, (402) 726-2488 NE - MOLINE ENGINES: HD504 W/4206 HEADS, RUNS GOOD, (2) 336’S W/4232 HEADS, ONE HAS BEEN OVERHAULED, CALL FOR PRICE, (308) 874-4562 1202 - PUMPS FOR SALE NE - 10” WLR BOWLS, (308) 995-5515 NE - SEVERAL USED PTO PUMPS, (800) 284-7066 NE - 3X4 BERKELEY PUMPS, PRIMING VALVES AVAILABLE, (402) 364-2592 1203 - PIPE WANTED TO BUY NE - WANTED TO BUY: USED ALUMINUM PIPE. PAYING TOP CASH PRICES. WE PICK UP ANYWHERE IN THE STATE OF NEBRASKA. MINIMUM PURCHASE 1000’ PIPE. CALL FOR A QUOTE, (308) 380-4549 FOR SALE NE - 8” TEXFLO 20” GATES, ALL KINDS OF FITTINGS, (308) 995-5515 NE - 6” BAND & LATCH MAIN LINE, (308) 995-5515 NE - 8” MAIN LINE HASTINGS, (308) 9955515 NE - 28, 000 FT. 8”-9”-10” GATED PIPE, (800) 284-7066 NE - LOOKING TO SWAP 1, 050’ 20” PLASTIC DOUBLE GATED PIPE FOR 20” SINGLE GATED PLASTIC PIPE. PLEASE CALL, (308) 390-6336 NE - IN STOCK UNDERGROUND PIPE, WIRE AND FITTINGS. TRENCHING AVAILABLE. PLEASE CALL, (402) 678-2765 1205 - GENERATOR WANTED TO BUY NE - USED WINPOWER PTO GENERATORS, (308) 775-3298 FOR SALE NE - WINPOWER - NEW & USED PTO GENERATORS, (308) 775-3298 IA - WINCO PTO GENERATORS, CALL US FOR PRICE BEFORE YOU BUY! HARVEY AT EDEN SUPPLY 8AM - 10PM., (515) 679-4081 IA - WINCO GENERATORS, NEW & USED, 1PH 50KW $4,170. KATO LIGHT NEW 1PH AND 3PH WINPOWER USED 1PH $1,000.

CALL WES SEBETKA AT, (641) 990-1094 1206 - GEAR HEADS FOR SALE NE - 150 HP GEARHEAD, 6 RATIO, (308) 995-5515 NE - AMARILLO GEARHEADS: 110HP 4:3 $700, 70 HP 4:5 $650, 50 HP 4:5 $600, (308) 624-2177 NE - US MOTORS GEARHEADS 90HP 4:3 $450, 50HP 5:6 $650, 50HP 10:11 $700, 50HP 5:4 $600, 30HP 4:3 $300, (308) 6242177 NE - DERAN/RANDOLPH GEARHEAD 100HP 4:3 $500, PEERLESS GEARHEAD 2:3 $300, (308) 624-2177 1207 - PIVOTS FOR SALE NE - USED PIVOTS FOR SALE FOR INFORMATION CALL PLAINS IRRIGATION AT 308-3829240 OR, (800) 584-9334 1208 - TRAVELER SYSTEMS FOR SALE NE - NEW GREENFIELD HARD HOSE, (800) 284-7066 NE - NEW CADMAN 4” X 1250’ HOSE, (800) 284-7066 NE - 3 HEINZMAN SOFT HOSE TRAVELERS, (800) 284-7066 NE - BOSS SOFT HOSE TRAVELER, (800) 284-7066 1209 - PUMPS WITH MOTORS FOR SALE NE - 3/4 BERKELEY PUMPS WITH PRIMING VALVES, ATTACHED TO YOUR CHOICE OF INDUSTRIAL 300 FORD OR 262 ALLIS W/RADIATORS, AND CARTS, (402) 3642592 1230 - IRRIGATION MISC. FOR SALE WI - SERVING THE MIDWEST WITH COMPLETE IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT, ALL TYPES, NEW & USED. CONTACT ROBERTS IRRIGATION COMPANY AT 1500 POST ROAD, PLOVER, WI 54467, (800) 434-5224 1301 - COMBINES AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE OK - REBUILT COMBINE SIEVES. NEW REEL BATS, GALVANIZED AND BLACK CELL 580525-1265 OR, (580) 361-2265 OK - ‘82 GLEANER N6, 24’ HEADER CELL 580-525-1265, $7,500.00, (580) 361-2265

Heartland Express 1301 - COMBINES AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE - CONT’D OK - C-IH 1480, 810 24’ HEAD CELL 580525-1265, $10,000.00, (580) 361-2265 OK - TR85 NEW HOLLAND, 3208 CAT, 24’ HEADER CELL 580- 525-1265, $5,000.00, (580) 361-2265 NE - PARTS FOR 1680 CLEANING SYSTEM, CALL FOR LIST, (308) 269-2586 OK - R70 GLEANER, 2689 ENGINE HRS, 1904 SEPARATOR HRS, $20,000 CELL 580525-1265 OR, (580) 361-2265 NE - 2 SETS OF JD COMBINE DUALS, 50 THRU 70 SERIES. 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 NE - 1986 CASE IH 1680, 3, 093 HRS. NEW STYLE UNLOAD GEAR BOX, NEW STYLE FAN, TSR LONG SIEVE CHOPPER NEW ROTO CAGE AND SPECIALTY ROTOR, (308) 2692586 NE - 30 INCH STRADDLE DUALS FOR 2388 WITH AXLE EXTENSION, 18. 4 X 38 RADIALS, (308) 269-2586 KS - ‘99 JD 9610, SHEDDED, DUALS, EXT, CM, 1600 HRS. , NEW PARTS, EXCELLENT, $85,000.00, (620) 865-2541 1302 - COMBINE HEADS FOR SALE KS - SHELBOURNE 20’ STRIPPER HEADER, $5,500.00, (785) 871-0711 NE - 20” & 36” POLY SNOUTS, JD HEAD. 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 NE - JD 925 & 930 FLEX HEADS. 308-3600377 OR, (308) 282-1330 NE - JD 853A. 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 2821330 NE - ‘04 CASE IH 1020 20’ FLEX HEAD W/CRARY AIR REEL, ALWAYS SHEDDED, NICE, $12,900.00, (402) 787-2244 SD - WE REBUILD COMBINE & WINDROWER HEADER AUGERS TO LIKE NEW CONDITION. PONCELET’S WELDING, RAMONA, SD. (605) 480-4860 OR, (605) 482-8405 1305 - WAGONS/GRAVITY WAGONS FOR SALE IA - DEMCO 550 OR 650 GRAVITY WAGONS. CALL, (712) 210-6587 1306 - GRAIN CARTS FOR SALE IA - 25’, 30’ & 36’ GRAIN HEADER CARTS. CALL, (712) 210-6587 NE - A&L 425 BUSHEL. ROLLOVER TARP, 540 PTO, (308) 436-4369 1307 - GRAIN DRYERS FOR SALE NE - 2001 DELUX 850 BU/HR. , 1992 MC 970 1 PHASE, 1992 MC 970 3 PHASE, FARM FANS 500H, FARM FANS 420J, MC 2100 1850 BU/HR., (800) 284-7066 NE - USED 4” & 5” AIR SYSTEMS, (800) 284-7066

GRAIN DRYERS

Reliable - Efficient Vacuum Cool Towers NEW Trilogy Low

Call Jeff (515)577-7563 Ask about M-C Trax Remote Monitoring NE - NEW & USED AERATION FANS, (800) 284-7066 1310 - AUGERS FOR SALE NE - HUTCHINSON BIN OR TRUCK FILL AUGER, 8-10”, PORTABLE, WITH SPECIAL ORDER OF 1/4” THICK FLIGHTING ALL THE WAY UP. “BIG WINTER DISCOUNTS” CALL HARLEY AT, (402) 649-6711 1312 - HARVESTORS & SILOS FOR SALE WI - SILO DOORS - WOOD OR STEEL. SHIPPED PROMPTLY TO YOUR FARM. HARDWARE AVAILABLE. PLEASE CALL, (800) 222-5726 1313 - GRAIN STORAGE UNITS FOR SALE NE - 8” AERATION TUBING AND AERATION FANS, (308) 995-5515 NE - BULK HEAD FOR 51’ CURVET, (308) 995-5515 NE - SINGLE PHASE MOTORS, (308) 9955515 NE - BROCK BINS & GRAIN HANDLING EQUIPMENT, EPS & BEHLEN BLDG SYSTEMS, BUCKLEY STEEL, AINSWORTH, NE, (402) 387-0347 NE - CONRAD AMERICAN-EATON BINS. GRAIN STORAGE, CONCRETE, & ERECTION. HYNEK CONSTRUCTION. MIKE HYNEK. 402984-1200 CELL,, (402) 257-2200 1315 - COMBINE TRAILERS FOR SALE SK - COMBINE TRAILERS: TRAILTECH OR JANTZ, SINGLE & DOUBLE. HYDRAULIC FOLD HEAD TRANSPORTS. FLAMAN SALES, BOX 280, SOUTHEY, SK, CANADA S0G 4P0, (306) 726-4403

1330 - GRAIN HARVEST OTHER WANTED TO BUY NE - CHICAGO FANS, (308) 995-5515 FOR SALE NE - 8” AERATION TUBES, FANS, TUNNELS FOR CONCRETE FLOORS, (308) 995-5515 IA - MIDWEST PNEUMATIC. BRANDT, CONVEYAIR, REM, VACBOSS, HANDLAIR. NEW, RECOND, PTO OR ENG DRIVEN, PUMPS, AIR LOCKS, PIPE, PARTS, SERVICE. 5 YR LOANS W/ GREAT RATES. 40+ UNITS IN STOCK. OUR HIGH VOLUME MEANS YOUR BEST DEAL! WE DELIVER! MACEDONIA, IA, (800) 480-2487 NE - NEW ORTHMAN DRY BEAN CUTTERS, (308) 995-5515 OK - ROTEX GRAIN CLEANER, HAS CORN SCREENS RIGHT NOW, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, (580) 361-2265 1407 - ELECTRIC MOTORS FOR SALE NE - COMPLETE LINE OF SHEAVES, BEARINGS, DRIVES, & MOTORS, (402) 387-0347 1408 - DAIRY EQUIPMENT WANTED TO BUY WI - USED BULK MILK TANKS, ALL SIZES, (800) 558-0112 FOR SALE

BULK TANKS-USED DAIRY EQUIPMENT Buy-Sell-Trade

800-844-5427 1412 - SHOP TOOLS,WELDERS, ETC WANTED TO BUY NE - 110V WELDING ROD DRYING OVEN, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE KS - BRAKE DRUM/ROTOR TURNING LATHE, $80.00, (785) 778-2962 KS - ARMITURE TURNING LATHE, $50.00, (785) 778-2962 1413 - PRESSURE WASHERS FOR SALE

Page 25 1501 - ALFALFA HAY FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - GRINDING QUALITY ALFALFA IN LG RD BALES, HAMEL HAY CO CELL 308-9626399 HOME, (308) 962-5474 KS - ALFALFA: ROUNDS OR SQUARES. PICKED UP OR DELIVERED. CALL ROY AT PLEASANT ACRES., (620) 804-1506 1502 - PRAIRIE HAY FOR SALE KS - TOP QUALITY SM SQ, CAN DELIVER SEMI LOAD LOTS, (785) 528-3779 KS - TOP QUALITY 4X4X8 SQ, CAN DELIVER SEMI LOAD LOTS, (785) 528-3779 KS - 2008 BROME BIG ROUND BALES, (785) 935-2480 1505 - STRAW FOR SALE NE - 200+ LG RDS CERT WHEAT STRAW, 1000#/BL. 308-641-1240, (308) 436-5491 1506 - CORN WANTED TO BUY KS - DAMAGED GRAIN. HIGHEST PRICES, IMMEDIATE PAYMENT. WE HAVE GRAIN VACS. MINIMUM QUANTITY 800 BUSHEL., (800) 214-7788

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DAMAGED GRAIN OR FEED CONSUMING VALUABLE BIN SPACE? -------------------------------CLEAN THEM OUT BEFORE HARVEST! $$ HIGHEST PRICES $$ • Poor quality, bugs, odor, low test weight, etc.

• Picked up at your farm or storage facility • We have vacs & equipment • Immediate shipment & payment • Min. quantity 800 bushels • Satisfaction Guaranteed. No Surprises.

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1430 - OTHER EQUIPMENT FOR SALE NE - ELSTON GOPHER MACHINE, (308) 5872344 IA - WWW. WHEELRAKE. COM, (712) 3662114 KS - ORTHMAN & BUCKEYE FRONT 3 PT HITCHES, $1500 EACH., (620) 865-2541 IA - 6 ROW 30 BUFFALO CULTIVATOR WITH GUIDANCE SYSTEM. CALL, (712) 210-6587 1501 - ALFALFA HAY WANTED TO BUY KS - WANT TO BUY: ALFALFA/GRASS PICKED UP OR DELIVERED ROUND OR LARGE SQUARE BALES. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL KEVIN MELVIN AT, (620) 5463507

1512 - SEED WANTED TO BUY KS - WE BUY DAMAGED GRAIN - GRAIN VACS AVAILABLE. ALSO DAMAGED GRAIN FROM GROUND PILES., (316) 640-3203 FOR SALE TX - FORAGE-TYPE TRITICALE SEED, CALL GAYLAND WARD SEEDS, (800) 299-9273 IA - BUYER & SELLER OF PRAIRIE GRASS & WILDFLOWER SEED, OSENBAUGH SEEDS, LUCAS, IA., (800) 582-2788 NE - NATIVE GRASS SEED, WILDFLOWER, LEAD PLANT, SMART WEED & OTHERS. SOUTH FORK SEED COMPANY, (402) 4825491 WY - CERTIFIED SAINFOIN SEED: CAN OUT PRODUCE ALFALFA. WILL NOT BLOAT LIVESTOCK. VARIETIES INCLUDE: SHOSHONE/BIG HORN REMONT. $1.45/LB. TO ORDER GO TO WWW.SAINFOINSEED.COM OR CALL MARK AT 307-202-0704 OR CARMEN AT, (307) 645-3380 IA - BEAN LADDERS FOR SOYBEAN SEED. SEED OATS & ROUND- UP READY SOYBEAN SEED; APHID RESISTANT., (712) 210-6587 1530 - HAY & GRAIN OTHER WANTED TO BUY

ALFALFA WANTED: Big squares or rounds. Chris, PH-620-253-2661; Toll Free-877-394-0890

DAMAGED GRAIN WANTED ANYWHERE

Stop and see us at our new location 1719 Aspen Circle Unit #14, Grand Island, NE. Hotsy Pressure Washer Sales and Service. New and used hot/cold water pressure washer. Parts and detergents. Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4 :30 p.m. 308-675-1115

NE - HYDRAFORK CUSTOM GRINDING, GROUND HAY DELIVERIES, BUYING & SELLING HAY. NILSEN HAY CO. HAZARD, NE, (308) 452-4400 FOR SALE NE - ALFALFA, 4X4X8 BALES, DAIRY QUALITY, SHEDDED & TARPED, HAMEL HAY CO CELL 308-962-6399 HOME, (308) 962-5474 NE - HORSE QUALITY IN SM SQ BALES, SHEDDED & TARPED HAMEL HAY CO CELL 308-962-6399 HOME, (308) 962-5474 OR - TEST MOISTURE. HAY, GRAIN, SILAGE, SOIL, WOOD, WINDROW TESTER. BALE STROKE COUNTER. MOISTURE READ OUT AS YOU BALE! WWW. LEHMANFARMS. NET, (503) 434-1705 KS - 3X3X8’S, 3X4’S, 4X4X8’S ALFALFA HAY DAIRY & BEEF COW QUALITY. OUR DAIRY ALFALFA IS TOP OF THE LINE & TESTED. WE ARE LOCATED IN CENTRAL KANSAS. CALL FOR QUOTE. JASON DEVINE @ 785766-6501 OR RAE RAE MUNDEN AT, (620) 285-8748 NE - WANTED ALFALFA, GRASS & WHEAT STRAW TO CUT, BALING INCLUDED FOR CASH OR SHARES. ALSO RYE HAY FOR SALE PLEASE CALL, (308) 999-3673

WE BUY DAMAGED GRAIN & CORN IN ANY CONDITION WET OR DRY INCLUDING DAMAGED SILO CORN AT TOP DOLLAR WE HAVE VACS & TRUCKS CALL HEIDI OR LARRY

NORTHERN AG SERVICE, INC. 800-205-5751 FOR SALE IA - WWW. REPLACEMENTRAKEWHEELS. COM, (712) 366-2114

1806 - GRINDER MIXERS FOR SALE

LONE STAR ROLLER MILLS

New, Rebuilt or Reconditioned Roller Mills, Stationary or Portable, Single, Double & Triple Stack Mills, Customized to Your Needs...

G & G Sales Authorized Dealers

Dave 712-229-6162 • Brian 712-299-6051

1807 - HAY GRINDERS/PROCESSORS FOR SALE MN - HAYBUSTER 1150 TRUCK MOUNT GRINDERS, ENGINE GRINDERS, NEW/USED. PARTS SHIPPED DIRECT. BAKKOBROS. COM. (320) 278-3560, OR CELL, (320) 808-0471 NE - 2 USED KRAMER BALE PROCESSORS, (308) 544-6421 1813 - FEEDERS FOR SALE NE - BULK CAKE & GRAIN FEEDERS, (308) 587-2344 IA - 24’ HAY FEEDERS MEALS ON WHEELS. SAVES HAY, SAVES TIME & SAVES MONEY! CALL, (712) 210-6587 NE - 20 USED BALE RING FEEDERS, (402) 461-9336 1815 - WATERERS FOR SALE NE - BULL TOUGH BOTTOMLESS HEAVY GAUGE STOCK TANKS, (402) 387-0347 MN - JUG LIVESTOCK WATERERS. THEJUGWATERER. COM, (320) 808-0471

GIANT RUBBER WATER TANKS Tanks made from used earth moving tires.

Sizes from 6 to 13 foot.

Can be open topped or drinker holes cut for frost-free winter use. Full loads can be delivered anywhere in the United States.

Guaranteed best quality & lowest price.

Call

605/473-5356

1819 - WINDMILLS FOR SALE NE - REBUILT AIR MOTORS OR REPAIRS, (308) 587-2344 TX - VIRDEN PERMA-BILT CO. FARM & RANCH PRODUCTS: ROOF & TANK COATINGS, WINDMILL PARTS. SEND OR CALL FOR FREE CATALOG. 2821 MAYS AVE. BOX7160FR AMARILLO, TX 79114-7160 WWW. VIRDENPRODUCTS. COM, (806) 3522761 NE - MONITOR PUMP JACK-CHOICE OF GAS OR ELECTRIC MOTOR, $650.00, (308) 4364369 1820 - LIVESTOCK BEDDING FOR SALE NE - CORRUGATED WINDBREAK STEEL, 8 GAUGE THROUGH 20 GAUGE, (402) 3870347 MN - BEDDING FOR SALE. DRY SAWDUST FOR DAIRY BARNS, DELIVERED ON WALKING FLOOR TRAILERS. WILL DELIVER TO MN, EAST SD, WEST WI, & NORTH IA ONLY. ALSO AVAILABLE SWEET CORN SILAGE IN THE FALL. CALL FOR PRICES, (320) 8642381 1830 - LIVESTOCK OTHER WANTED TO BUY NE - 20’ BULL WHIP, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE NE - SUCKER ROD 5/8”, 3/4”, 7/8”, 1”, FOR FENCING CALL MY CELL: 308-870-1119, CALL FOR PRICE, (308) 732-3356

We Buy, Sell & Trade Feed Mill Equipment, Rollers, Crackers, Hammer Mills, Ribbon & Paddle Mixers, Grain Handling Equipment, Etc...

G & G Sales

712-229-6162 To place your classified ad call Lesli @ 800-658-3191

NE - WE ARE YOUR W-W NORTHSTAR DEALER. EMERSON EQUIPMENT. WHITMAN, NE, (308) 544-6421 KS - TIRE LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS: WATER TANKS, MINERAL FEEDERS, SILAGE COVER WEIGHTS. WWW. GEETIRE. COM, (785) 231-8397

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1830 - LIVESTOCK OTHER FOR SALE - CONT’D

“Meridian Mfg. Group” Discounts available on all your liquid & dry ingredient storage needs, mild steel or stainless, overhead structures, Ag & Commercial application’s.

G & G Sales Authorized Meridian Dealer

Brian 712-299-6051 • Dave 712-229-6162

KS - USED HOG OR SHEEP PANELS & GATES, (785) 778-2962 NE - 2 1/2 TON CUBER FOR BESLER BALE BED, (402) 461-9336 1901 - FEEDER STEERS FOR SALE MO - WE SPECIALIZE IN LOCATING “QUALITY” FEEDER CATTLE, (816) 688-7887 IL - FARM DIRECT: HOLSTEIN STEERS DOUBLE VACCINATED, RAISED ON THE DAIRIES 250 LBS TO 300 LBS! LOAD LOTS ONLY! CALL US AT, (877) 498-9150 1903 - OPEN HEIFERS FOR SALE NE - GELBVIEH AND BALANCER OPEN HEIFERS, (402) 879-4976 MO - QUALITY REPLACEMENT CATTLE LOCATORS - MAX HARGROVE, (816) 688-7887 NE - YEARLING & 2 YEAR OLD VIRGIN REG ANGUS HEIFERS, (308) 569-2458 1906 - BRED COWS FOR SALE NE - I’M DEALING ON COWS COMING OUT OF DROUGHT AREAS EVERY DAY. WWW. BREDCOWSWRIGHTLIVESTOCK. COM OR CALL, (308) 534-0939

T H E

CATTLE SHOP .COM

Fall Calving Cows Available Several Nice Sets of Angus Cows The Simple Way to Buy & Market Cattle The Cattle Shop helps buyers and sellers connect online

Visit www.TheCattleShop.com to learn more If you would like to speak to a Cattle Shop Representative Contact Us at 660-641-9945 or contact@thecattleshop.com

1909 - BULLS FOR SALE NE - REGISTERED ANGUS, CELL: 308-8701119, (308) 732-3356 NE - 25 PB CHAROLAIS BULLS COMING 2S ALL RECORDS 40 YRS, (308) 995-5515 NE - (25) COMING 2 YR OLD CHAROLAIS BULLS(308) 567-2288, (308) 995-5515 NE - REG ANGUS BULLS, 2 YEAR OLDS AND YEARLINGS, SONS & GRANDSONS OF 878, TRAVELER & SITZ ALLIANCE SONS, FORESIGHT GRANDSONS, (308) 569-2458 NE - PUREBRED ANGUS BULLS, YEARLINGS & 2 YR OLDS. SITZ UPWARD, TC TOTAL, CONNEALY RIGHT ANSWER, WAR PARTY BLOODLINES. SCHULTE ANGUS RANCH. KEARNEY, NE CALL 308-708-1839 OR, (308) 236-0761 NE - SHORTHORN BULLS FOR SALE. CALL, (308) 440-6660 1912 - BACKROUNDING/FEEDING FOR RENT NE - 2013 PASTURE AVAILABLE FOR HEREFORD YEARLINGS, (308) 587-2344 1930 - CATTLE OTHER FOR SALE MO - QUALITY REPLACEMENT & BREEDING CATTLE LOCATORS, (816) 688-7887 CO - IT’S SIMPLE. . . YOU NEED SALERS. ACCORDING TO U. S. MARC, SALERS HAVE OPTIMUM BIRTH WEIGHT & GROWTH PERFORMANCE FOR CROSSING WITH ANGUS. SUPERIOR TO COMPETING CONTINENTAL BREEDS FOR MARBLING, SALERS ARE RELATIVELY EQUAL FOR YIELD. SALERSUSA. ORG, (303) 770-9292 2007 - BOARS FOR SALE

Durocs, Yorks, Hamps & Cross Breed Boars & females available Boar Goats, Show Weathers & Breeding, Does also available

Nelson Bros.

605-267-2741 or 605-661-7855

2101 - FEEDER LAMBS FOR SALE SD - CUSTOM SHEEP FEEDLOT: LAMBS & EWES TO FEED, FATTEN & GROW!!! SHIPPY SHEEP FEEDLOT. CALL KYLE AT 605-8420935 OR DALE 605-842-3967. WWW. SHEEPFEEDLOT. COM, (605) 842-3967 2200 - REGISTERED HORSES FOR SALE NE - PEPPY DOC SAN, SHINING SPARK, JET DECK, THREE BAR & SKIPPER W BRED, STALLIONS, MARES, FILLEYS, & GELDINGS, MOSTLY SORREL & PALOMINO, GREAT STOCK, GOOD DISPOSITIONS, CALL 1-888689-8924 OR, (308) 384-1063 NE - AQHA HORSES: BLUE ROAN STUD & MARES, (308) 569-2458 NE - BUCKSKIN COMING 2 YR OLD STUD COLT FROM TOP MARE, DOC BAR DASH FOR CASH, ACTIVE COLT, (308) 569-2458 2202 - STUD SERVICE FOR SALE NE - MORGAN STALLION STANDING AT STUD, (308) 587-2344 2208 - HORSE TRAINING FOR SALE

Colt Started Colt started on cattle Horse breaking and training Problem solved Cutting and reined cow horses Ranch horses Ranch rope work Arena work Thousands acres to ride out on Clinics and lessons

605-430-0529 2230 - HORSE- OTHER FOR SALE NE - SELL-TRADE MORGAN STALLION, TBONE, LAD, CLASSY, 149831;, (308) 5872344 NE - 2007 BLACK MORGAN GELDING, WELL BROKE, GENTLE, RANCH BROKE, NO VICES, (308) 587-2344 2301 - DOGS FOR SALE WY - REGISTERED BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES FOR SALE. RANCH RAISED, WORKING PARENTS. PLEASE CALL, (307) 383-2418 2305 - LLAMAS FOR SALE NE - ALPACA HERD LIQUIDATION. BREEDING STOCK, FULL RECORDS, VET CHECKED, READY TO GO. GRAND ISLAND, NE. FOR INFO OR A VIEWING CALL, (308) 382-5345 2501 - HELP WANTED/NEED WORK MN - HARVESTING WORK WANTED! NEW JD COMBINES. 30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE! PLEASE CALL PETER AT, (320) 221-3789 NE - FAMILY OWNED AG EQUIPMENT DEALER LOOKING FOR A FULL-TIME SALES PERSON. EQUIPMENT INCLUDES MCCOR MICK, VERMEER, TYM, BUSHHOG & SEVERAL SHORT LINES. RESUMES WITH REFERENCES MAY BE SENT TO MILLER REPAIR LLC, PO BOX 89 MAXWELL, NE 69151. CALL, (308) 582-4303 ID - EARN $75,000/YR PART TIME IN THE LIVESTOCK OR EQUIPMENT APPRAISAL BUSINESS. AGRICULTURAL BACKGROUND REQUIRED. CLASSROOM OR HOME STUDY COURSES AVAILABLE., (800) 488-7570

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KS - HARVEST HELP NEEDED FROM MAY THROUGH NOVEMBER OF 2012. CDL DRIVERS & MECHANICS. PLEASE CALL, (785) 545-5636 WY - RANCH COOK WANTED FOR SCENIC MOUNTAIN RANCH. FAMILY STYLE COOKING. $1,000 PER MONTH PLUS ROOM AND BOARD. CHILD OK. NON-SMOKER, NONDRINKER PREFERRED. CALL SHARON O’TOOLE:, (307) 383-2418 2502 - CUSTOM WORK/SERVICES KS - CORN, MILO, WHEAT HARVESTING WANTED. TWO JD MACHINES & SUPPORTING TRUCKS., (785) 567-8515 SD - SPREAD IT, LLC-CUSTOM FEEDLOT CLEANING & MANURE, (605) 940-3275

2502 - CUSTOM WORK/SERVICES CONT’D IA - DISC BLADE SHARPENING. ON-SITE ROLLING, NO TEAR DOWN, NO GRINDING. CALL, (319) 377-0936

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2601 - CARS FOR SALE NE - FORD 289 MOTOR 1967, (402) 4825491 2602 - PICKUPS WANTED TO BUY NE - HD COIL SPRINGS FOR 1971 3/4 TON CHEVY PICKUP, END GATE FOR 1980 GMC 3/4 TON, (308) 587-2344 KS - GOOD FACTORY BED FOR ‘73-’79 FORD PICKUP, NO RUST THROUGH, (620) 8652541 FOR SALE KS - 88 CHEVY 1 TON, 4WD, 6. 2 DIESEL, 4 SP, FLATBED, (785) 935-2480 NE - THIRD SEAT FOR 95-99 SUBURBAN, TAUPE LEATHER, $100.00, (308) 624-2177 NE - ‘55 IH 6 CYL TRUCK MOTOR, (402) 482-5491 NE - ‘57 FORD 292 ENGINE, (402) 482-5491 NE - PARTING OUT A DODGE 3/4 TON, CUMMINS, (402) 482-5491 NE - 1984 FORD, IH DIESEL MOTOR, (402) 482-5491 2603 - TRUCKS FOR SALE SD - 1952 IH L160 TRUCK, 16’ COMBINATION GRAIN & STOCK BOX & HOIST, GOOD CONDITION. $2000, (605) 386-2131 2604 - GRAIN TRAILERS FOR SALE NE - 1996 48’ WILSON GRAIN TRAILER, 10’1” SPREAD, LED LIGHTS, 66” SIDES, GOOD TIRES & BRAKES, $18,750.00, (308) 485-4486 KS - GOOSENECK 350 BUSHEL, DUAL HOPPER, TANDEM DUAL, ROLL TARP, EXCELLENT, $6,500.00, (620) 865-2541 2605 - STOCK TRAILERS FOR SALE WY - B/P STOCK TRAILERS, HORSE TRAILERS, DELUXE HORSE TRAILERS & GOOSENECK STOCK TRAILERS & MANY MORE TRAILERS AVAILABLE. CONTACT ARLIN HORST AT BIG HORN MACHINERY TO ORDER: ARLINHORST@Q. COM OR CALL, (307) 321-4706 2614 - BOATS & PWC FOR SALE KS - 16’ HOBIECAT, $600.00, (785) 7782962 2615 - AIRPLANES FOR SALE NE - MONI MOTOR GLIDER AND TRAILER, LOW HOURS, (402) 364-2592 2616 - TIRES WANTED TO BUY NE - HOT PATCH VULCANIZING PATCHES, (308) 587-2344 NE - 11. 2 X 36 OR 12. 4 X 36 TIRES, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE NE - 15” SPLIT RIMS, 8 HOLE, 750 MUD/SNOW, (308) 587-2344 NE - RIM-GARD, NON CORROSIVE, TIRE BALLAST, (308) 587-2344

May 10, 2012 2618 - SEMI TRACTORS/TRAILERS FOR SALE KS - 66 IH 2000, DETROIT, 15 SP W/HENDERSON TWINSCREW, TULSA WINCH. CALL 785-817-5188 (CELL) OR, (785) 935-2480 KS - 1974 UTILITY CHASSIS W/2-350 BU. GRAVITY BOXES, HYD AUGERS, ETC., $9,500.00, (620) 865-2541 2630 - TRANSPORTATION OTHER WANTED TO BUY KS - 14. 5” RIM FOR TRAILER HOUSE, 5 HOLE, (785) 778-2962 FOR SALE NE - TRANSMISSION, GENERATOR, STARTER, REAR AXLE REMOVABLE CARRIER DIFFERENTIAL UNIT. FITS 1946 CHEVY 2 TON TRUCK, (308) 587-2344 KS - 1992 6. 2 CHEVY DIESEL COMPLETE ENGINE., $110.00, (785) 778-2962 2802 - DOZERS FOR SALE KS - TEREX 8220A DOZER, PS, TILT, GOOD RUNNING MACHINE, (785) 935-2480 MO - LEON 1040 10’ DOZER BLADE, $2,500.00, (660) 548-3804 2803 - DIRT SCRAPERS WANTED TO BUY MO - WE BUY & TRADE USED HYDRAULIC EJECTION SCRAPERS, (660) 548-3804 SK - WANTED: CATERPILLER CABLE SCRAPERS, LEVER HOLDINGS INC. CALL, (306) 682-3332 FOR SALE MO - NEW & USED SCRAPERS- EJECTION & DUMP, ANY SIZE, (660) 548-3804 NE - PULL BEHIND BOX SCRAPERS, 10’ & 12’; 3PT’S 6’ & 8’, (402) 678-2277 MO - NEW TOREQ BY STEIGER & LEON SCRAPERS, (660) 548-3804 MO - TOREQ 40” PTO DITCHER, $7,800.00, (660) 548-3804 MO - BUFFALO 12’ BOX BLADES IN STOCK, (660) 548-3804 ND - SCRAPER: BUY & SELL OLD CABLE SCRAPERS, CAT 60, 70, 80; LETOURNEAU LS, LP, FP; A/C; ALL MAKES AND SIZES, WILL CONVERT OVER TO HYDRAULICS, VERY PROFESSIONALLY DONE, TIRES & PARTS. CONTACT STEVE, WWW. STEVEVOIGHTMAN. COM. CELL 701-6808015 OR BUS., (701) 742-2182 MO - TOREQ 6 YD. HYD EJECT, (660) 5483804 KS - JD 770 BH GRADER, $35,000.00, (785) 871-0711 KS - 6 YD PULL TYPE FORCED EJECTION, $2,950.00, (785) 871-0711 2806 - CRANES & DRAGLINES FOR RENT NE - 28 TON NATIONAL CRANE, 152 FT. REACH, (402) 387-0347 2807 - GENERATORS FOR SALE MN - AUTOMATIC GENERATOR SETS 15KW500KW, NEW & USED, LOW TIME GEN SETS. REMOTE WELL GENERATORS. SERVING FARMERS SINCE 1975. STANDBY POWER SYSTEMS, WINDOM MN, MON-SAT 9-5., (800) 419-9806 ND - GENERATORS: 20 KW TO 2000KWDIESEL, PROPANE & NATURAL GAS. ALL LOW-HOUR TAKEOUT GENSETS. CUMMINS /ONAN, KOHLER, CAT, DETROIT DIESEL & MORE. ABRAHAM GENERATOR SALES COOPERSTOWN, ND (INVENTORY ONLINE) WWW. ABRAHAMINDUSTRIAL. COM. WE SHIP NATIONWIDE!, (701) 797-4766 2809 - CONSTRUCTION TRUCKS FOR SALE KS - 1997 LOADKING, 55 TON, 3 AXLE, LAY DOWN NECK, W/BEAVERTAILS. CALL 785817-5188 (CELL) OR, (785) 935-2480 2822 - SKID STEER LOADERS WANTED TO BUY NE - PALLET FORK, NEEDS TO BE QUIK TATCH & TINES NEED TO BE 60” FOR SKID STEER, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE KS - COMPLETE SET OF BOOKS (REPAIR MANUALS) T-200 BOBCAT SKID LOADER, $50.00, (785) 778-2962 KS - BOBCAT 963, $20,000.00, (785) 8710711 2824 - MATERIAL HANDLING EQMT FOR SALE NE - 1500-8000# (MOSTLY 4000#), AIR TIRES & NEW FORKS, (402) 678-2277 OK - PETTIBONE, 30’ LIFT CELL 580-5251265, $3,500.00, (580) 361-2265 MO - CAT 8000# 2 STAGE W/PNEUMATIC TIRES, HYDRAULICS ARE EXCELLENT, ENGINE NEEDS WORK. CHEAP!, (660) 5483804 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

2827 - BUILDING SUPPLIES FOR SALE

MN - THE BEST RADIANT FLOOR HEAT WATER TUBING. CALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE ON A COMPLETE SYSTEM. VOLUME DISCOUNTS, FACTORY OUTLET PRICES. COMPARE & SAVE! GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICES. WWW. MIKESHEATING. COM & CALL, (800) 446-4043 3002 - ANTIQUE TRACTORS WANTED TO BUY SD - MINNEAPOLIS MOLINE ANY OLDER MM, (605) 386-2131 FOR SALE MN - ANTIQUE TRACTOR COLLECTORS! BIEWER’S TRACTOR & MACH. SALV. SPECIALIZES IN 1920-85 TRACTOR PARTS. FREE NATIONWIDE LOCATING. BARNESVILLE, MN. SEARCH PARTS & SEE OVER 100 ANTIQUE TRACTORS PICTURED AT SALVAGETRACTORS. COM, (218) 493-4696 NE - TRACTOR PARTS FOR SALE. NEW AFTERMARKET PARTS FOR MOST MAKES OF TRACTORS. FRONT END PARTS, 3 PT HITCH PARTS, RADIATORS, SEATS, STEERING WHEELS, BATTERY BOXES, PTO PARTS, DRAWBARS, WATER PUMPS, DECALS & MORE. CLASSIC AG, AINSWORTH, NE., (800) 286-2171 MO - ANTIQUE & COLLECTOR TRACTORS, MACHINERY & PARTS. AUSTIN FARMS SALVAGE, BUTLER, MO, (660) 679-4080 3003 - ANTIQUE VEHICLES WANTED TO BUY SD - IH 6 SPEED SPECIAL TRUCK, (605) 386-2131 SD - OLDER JEEPS, CJ 2A, 1948 OR OLDER, ALSO MILITARY, (605) 386-2131 NE - 1950 FORD CRESTLINER & 1951 VICTORIA, (308) 876-2515 FOR SALE NE - TEENS, 20’S, EARLY 30’S IHC TRUCKS, PARTS, LITERATURE, (308) 894-6965 NE - 1950 GMC 450 WRECKER, GOOD TIRES, GOOD CAB, GOOD GLASS, $2,500.00, (308) 874-4562 NE - ‘67 MERCURY CYCLONE, 289, TO BE RESTORED, (402) 482-5491 3005 - FENCING MATERIALS FOR SALE NE - SUCKER ROD 5/8”, 3/4”, 7/8”, 1”, CALL MY CELL: 308-870-1119, CALL FOR PRICE, (308) 732-3356 NE - PIPE 2 3/8”, 2 7/8”, 3 1/2”, 4 1/2”, 5 1/2”, CALL MY CELL: 308-870-1119, CALL FOR PRICE, (308) 732-3356 SD - FOREVER POST 4”X6’; 4”X7’; 4”X8’; PLASTIC FENCE POST CAN BE NAILED, STAPLED, SCREWED, WON’T ROT. MAJOR DISC. W/2 BUNDLES OR MORE. QUALITY HAY TARP W/STRAP STEEL STORAGE CONTAINERS 8’X20’ 8’X40’. WE DELIVER HAENSEL DISTRIBUTING. CALL CLINT 605-310-6653 JOHN, (605) 351-5760

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May 10, 2012

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3011 - HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS WANTED TO BUY NE - REAR TINE ROTO TILLER, (308) 5872344 3018 - LUMBER FOR SALE NE - CEDAR LUMBER, GREEN OR KILN DRIED, PINE, BLACK WALNUT, COTTONWOOD & OAK AVAILABLE. CEDAR MULCH CHIPS. PEELED TREATED CEDAR FENCE POST. DRY KILN CEDAR OR PINE SHAVINGS. DELIVERY AVAILABLE. SPRINGVIEW, NE. WE ALSO BUY LOGS. CALL, (402) 322-3600

3030 - OTHER FOR SALE NE - REASONABLY PRICE MECHANICS GLOVES, WARM GLOVES, MITTENS & OTHER GLOVES., (308) 587-2344 WY - FOR SALE: NEW AND USED COAL STOKER STOVES. ALSO MAGIC HEAT, RECLAIMERS, PARTS, SERVICE AND ADVICE FOR MOST MAKES. THANK YOU!, (307) 7543757

HI-TEMP MINI-INCINERATORS Coming soon create your own BIOCHAR for your garden.

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BURN BARREL REPLACEMENT Call 262-227-5727 NE - SELLING OUT NUT AND BOLT BUSINESS. GRADE 5, ZINC PLATED BOLTS, NUTS, LOCKS AND FLATS AT OR BELOW 2005 WHOLESALE PRICES. EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE BIG! FOR COMPLETE INVENTORY CALL 308-928-2869 OR 308-920-1010 SOUTH CENTRAL NEBRASKA

3032 - GIFT ITEMS FOR SALE MN - GREAT GIFTS FOR YOUNG & OLD! ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN’S BOOKS ABOUT FARM FAMILIES. COLLECTOR SERIES OF STORIES ACCURATELY DEPICT FARM FAMILIES, ANIMALS & CHORES WITH IMAGINATION & HUMOR. PRESERVE YOUR FARM HERITAGE WITH THESE KEEPSAKE, BOOKS. SAMPLE PAGES & REVIEWS BY CHILDREN, FARMERS, PARENTS & GRANDPARENTS AT WWW. GORDONFREDRICKSON. COM. ORDER FROM AUTHOR ONLINE, BY EMAIL OR BY PHONE. FOR MORE INFO OR QUESTIONS: TWOGFSC@INTEGRA. NET *, (952) 461-2111 3034 - WIND GENERATORS WANTED TO BUY SD - JACOBS 32 VOLT WIND GENERATOR, ALSO WINCHARGER USED DURING THE ‘30’S & ‘40’S, WILL PAY ACCORDING TO CONDITION, (605) 386-2131 5000 - FARM REAL ESTATE FOR SALE NE - HALF BLOCK IN FAIRFIELD, NE. 40’ X 25’ BUILDING., (402) 726-2488

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Annual Iowa DNR Gun and Bow Auction Live On-Site Auction

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Saturday, May 19, 2012 at 7:00 AM CDT Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines, IA

COUNTRY LIVING! 34 ACRES AND LARGE NEWLY REMODELED HOME. 4 MILES NORTHEAST OF BRIDGEPORT, MORRILL COUNTY, NEBRASKA. 24 IRRIGATED ACRES, TREES, HUNTING, GUEST OR RENTAL HOUSE, BARN, EXTRA GARAGE, GRAIN BIN AND MORE.

Iowa DNR annual gun and bow auction at the fairgrounds in Des Moines Saturday May 19.

Over 400 long guns, bows, tree stands and more.

PHONE 308-262-1370 LEAVE MESSAGE IF NO ANSWER.

7000 - TRADE SHOWS FOR SALE IN - PEOPLE WILL PAY TO HUNT YOUR LAND. EARN TOP $$$ FOR HUNTING RIGHTS. CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE & INFO PACKET TOLL FREE 1-866-309-1507 OR WWW.BASECAMPLEASING.COM, (866) 309-1507

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7001 - SPECIAL EVENTS FOR SALE NE - MID-AMERICA ALFALFA EXPO, FEATURING THE NEWEST HAY EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTS, ALSO AN EXHIBITOR AUCTION. EXPO IS FEB 5 & FEB 6, 2013, 8 AM-5 PM AUCTION IS FEB 5, 3:45PM; ALL OF THIS TAKES PLACE AT BUFFALO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, KEARNEY, NE, (800) 743-1649 7003 - AUCTIONS FOR SALE

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Skyline Woods Country Club Liquidation Wall to Wall Including Salvage Live On-Site Auction with Online Bidding

Saturday, June 2, 2012 at 9:00 AM CDT 2410 S 217 St. • Elkhorn, NE 68022 Skyline Wood Golf Course has been sold. The new Owner is planning a complete makeover of the entire course, clubhouse and equipment. Everything on the grounds will be sold. The Clubhouse will be razed. Salvage rights will be auctioned.

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Midlands Classified Ad Network WORK FOR DEPT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES. VIEW CURRENT JOB OPENINGS AT WWW.DHHS.NE.GOV LARRY KLIMEK TRUCKING, INC. IS LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED OTR DRIVER. CLASS A CDL. HOME WEEKLY, INSURANCE, PAID VACATIONS, COMPETITIVE WAGES. 800-258-8361 EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & CDL DRIVERS PLEASE GO TO PAUL REED CONSTRUCTION OFFICE AT 2970 N 10TH IN GERING, NE 69341 FOR APPLICATION OR CALL 308-635-2213.

THE POTTER-DIX PUBLIC SCHOOL IS SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR A PRINCIPAL/ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR POSITION FOR THE 2012-2013 SCHOOL YEAR. THE POSITION COULD BE K-6 OR 7-12.

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