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May 15, 2014 Volume 18 Issue 10

Nebraska Livestock Income Totals More Than $11 Billion

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Nebraskaland Days . . . . . . . . 7-9 Irrigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-18 Weather ..............................2

Country Living House Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Quilt Pattern Infomation . . . . . . . . . 5

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

Markets Grain/Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Government Report Government Report. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Ag Management Farm Bill Webinar . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Robert Pore, The Grand Island Independent Last year was a banner year for Nebraska livestock producers. The gross income from cattle and calves and hogs and pigs totaled $11.4 billion, best in the nation, up from $11.172 billion in 2012, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistic Service.

In February, the USDA announced that crop values in Nebraska in 2013 were $11.934 billion. According to NASS, total 2013 production of cattle and calves and hogs and pigs for the United States totaled 73.4 billion pounds, up slightly from 2012. Production increased 1 percent for hogs and pigs and slightly for cattle and calves.

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In Nebraska, total marketing Livestock News production for 2013 for cattle and calves totaled 8.364 billion pounds, Heartland Cattleman . . . . . . . . . . . 10 up from 8.275 billion in 2012. Total Production News marketing production for hogs and pigs in Nebraska in 2013 was 1.173 Corn Heat Unit Accumulation . . . . 16 billion pounds, down from 1.268 billion in 2012.

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MARKET GLANCE Livestock and Products, Weekly Average

Crops, Daily Spot Prices Year Ago 4 Wks Ago 5/2/14

Nebraska Slaughter Steer 35-65% Choice, Live Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$126.14 Nebraska Feeder Steers, Med. & Large Frame, 550-600# . . . . . . . . . . . .159.33 Med & Large Frame, 750-800 # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138.62 Choice Boxed Beef, 600-750# Carcass . . . . . . . . . .198.59 Western Corn Belt Base Hog Price . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87.15 Feeder Pigs, National Direct, 50#, FOB . . . . . . . . . . . .* Pork Carcass Cutout, 185#, 51-52% Lean . . . . . . . .86.67 Slaughter Lambs, Ch. & Pr.,Heavy, SD Dir. . . . . . . . .113.00 Nat. Carcass Lamb Cutout, FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .285.19

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Wheat, No. 1, H.W. Imperial, bu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.31 Corn, No. 2, Yellow, Omaha, bu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.98 Soybeans, No. 1 Yellow Omaha, bu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.57 Grain Sorg. No. 2 Yellow, Dorchester, cwt . . . . . . . . .11.80 Oats, No. 2, Heavy Minneapolis, MN, bu. . . . . . . . . . .4.18

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Nebraska Farm & Ranch - Weather

Weather Outlook

Western

Central

Eastern

Saturday, May 17

High: 63 Low: 39

High: 63 Low: 46

High: 64 Low: 46

Chance of Precip: 25%

Isolated Showers

Scattered Showers

Mostly Sunny

Sunrise: 6:27 AM - Sunset: 9:07 PM

Sunrise: 6:16 AM - Sunset: 8:48 PM

Sunrise: 6:04 AM - Sunset: 8:40 PM

Sunday, May 18

High: 72 Low: 45

Chance of Precip: 5%

High: 68 Low: 55

High: 70 Low: 55

Chance of Precip: 5%

Chance of Precip: 20%

Chance of Precip: 15%

Isolated Storms

Isolated Showers

Sunrise: 6:27 AM - Sunset: 9:08 PM

Sunrise: 6:15 AM - Sunset: 8:49 PM

Sunrise: 6:03 AM - Sunset: 8:41 PM

Monday, May 19

High: 75 Low: 45

High: 73 Low: 55

High: 72 Low: 57

Chance of Precip: 15%

Chance of Precip: 35%

Chance of Precip: 45%

Isolated Storms

Scattered Storms

Sunrise: 6:26 AM - Sunset: 9:09 PM

Sunrise: 6:14 AM - Sunset: 8:50 PM

Sunrise: 6:02 AM - Sunset: 8:42 PM

Tuesday, May 20

High: 72 Low: 57

High: 75 Low: 61

High: 75 Low: 63

Chance of Precip: 30%

Chance of Precip: 25%

Isolated Showers

Isolated Storms

Sunrise: 6:25 AM - Sunset: 9:10 PM

Sunrise: 6:14 AM - Sunset: 8:51 PM

Sunrise: 6:01 AM - Sunset: 8:43 PM

Wednesday, May 21

High: 66 Low: 46 Rain

High: 81 Low: 63 Partly Cloudy

High: 81 Low: 63 Mostly Cloudy

Chance of Precip: 20%

Sunrise: 6:24 AM - Sunset: 9:11 PM

Sunrise: 6:13 AM - Sunset: 8:52 PM

Sunrise: 6:00 AM - Sunset: 8:44 PM

Thursday, May 22

High: 68 Low: 48 Isolated Showers

High: 81 Low: 57 Isolated Showers

Sunrise: 6:23 AM - Sunset: 9:12 PM

Sunrise: 6:12 AM - Sunset: 8:53 PM

Sunrise: 6:00 AM - Sunset: 8:45 PM

Friday, May 23

High: 73 Low: 55 Mostly Sunny

High: 77 Low: 57 Light Rain

High: 81 Low: 61 Light Rain

High: 75 Low: 55 Scattered Showers

Sunrise: 6:22 AM - Sunset: 9:13 PM

Sunrise: 6:11 AM - Sunset: 8:54 PM

Sunrise: 5:59 AM - Sunset: 8:46 PM

Saturday, May 24

High: 68 Low: 45 Isolated Showers

High: 86 Low: 57 Sunny

High: 84 Low: 61 Mostly Sunny

Sunrise: 6:22 AM - Sunset: 9:14 PM

Sunrise: 6:11 AM - Sunset: 8:55 PM

Sunrise: 5:58 AM - Sunset: 8:47 PM

Sunday, May 25

High: 77 Low: 54 Mostly Sunny

High: 75 Low: 59 Partly Cloudy

High: 68 Low: 48 Light Rain Sunrise: 6:21 AM - Sunset: 9:15 PM

Sunrise: 6:10 AM - Sunset: 8:56 PM

Sunrise: 5:58 AM - Sunset: 8:47 PM

Monday, May 26

High: 75 Low: 52 Isolated Showers

High: 75 Low: 55 Scattered Showers

Sunrise: 6:09 AM - Sunset: 8:56 PM

Sunrise: 5:57 AM - Sunset: 8:48 PM

High: 66 Low: 48 Mostly Sunny Sunrise: 6:20 AM - Sunset: 9:16 PM

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Nebraska Crop Progress and Condition LINCOLN — For the week ending May 11, 2014, most of Nebraska received precipitation during the week, with amounts varying widely across the state, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Localized areas of heavy rain and thunderstorms in eastern Nebraska caused some damage to irrigation equipment and buildings late in the week. Areas of southwest Nebraska remained in an extreme drought in spite of the rain. Average temperatures ranged from 4 degrees below normal in the panhandle to 6 degrees above normal in southeast Nebraska. Activities included corn and soybean planting and moving cattle to pasture. The number of days considered suitable for fieldwork were 5.1. Topsoil moisture supplies rated 13 percent very short, 25 short, 58 adequate, and 4 surplus. Subsoil moisture supplies rated 17 percent very short, 35 short, 48 adequate, and 0 surplus. Field Crops Report: Winter wheat condition rated 4 percent very poor, 17 poor, 32 fair, 43 good,

and 4 excellent. Winter wheat jointed was 56 percent, ahead of 30 last year but behind the five-year average of 61. Oats condition rated 1 percent very poor, 17 poor, 41 fair, 40 good, and 1 excellent. Oats planted was 96 percent, ahead of 93 last year but near 97 average. Oats emerged was 83 percent, well ahead of 56 last year, but near 79 average. Corn planted was 77 percent, well ahead of 39 last year but near 71 average. Corn emerged was 18 percent, ahead of 2 last year but behind 21 average. Soybeans planted was 36 percent, well ahead of 6 last year and 30 average. Sorghum planted was at 10 percent, ahead of 3 last year but near 11 average. Livestock, Pasture and Range Report: Pasture and Range condition rated 11 percent very poor, 14 poor, 42 fair, 32 good, and 1 excellent. Stock water supplies rated 5 percent very short, 9 short, 85 adequate, and 1 surplus.

Customers Appreciate COOL Labeling Sandra Hansen, The Scottsbluff Star-Herald While arguments rage in Washington, D.C., over Country of Origin labeling, and a World Trade Organization complaint is being investigated, most grocery story customers don’t seem to be concerned about the finer details of where their beef, pork, fish and fresh produce come from. COOL labels have been required for many years, but it wasn’t until last fall that it became mandatory to identify where the animal was born, raised and harvested. Earlier labels just stated "Product of United States," or the country the package came from. "At first they asked a few questions, but now we don’t get much feedback from the customers," said Bill Havranek, Main Street Market meat department supervisor. The new regulations went into effect between Thanksgiving and Christmas last year. Customer Sandy Gibson, who said she is a farm girl whose father always had cattle, thinks people like the labels, and "I’m glad Coop supports U.S. agriculture," she said. MSM has eliminated a lot of the label information by switching to pork and beef that is a born, raised and harvested in the United States. "We packaged a ‘Product of the United States’ for years," said MSM manager Eric King. "This is just a new way to do the label."

King said they also switched to Chairman Reserve Angus beef as their only Choice beef product, which also makes it easier for customers. He said the meat is cut and trimmed at the store when it arrives from the distributor’s warehouse in eastern Nebraska. Americans generally have three grades of beef, Select, Choice and Prime to choose from, according to King. Select has little marbling, while Prime has a lot. Most people prefer the Choice, he said. "Meat is always the center of the plate," King said. "So beef quality is extremely important to us." In addition to labels on packages, consumers will also find labels in fresh fish cases, in un-packaged meat cases, and in some areas of the produce sections. Fresh fish has a "Product of United States," or other country, next to the individual displays, as do fresh beef, lamb, pork or other meats in the cases. Packaged produce is usually labeled with "Product of...", and individual items, such as apples have stickers with the country of origin. Onions, and some other vegetables, also have the "Product of ...." label next to them on the shelves. A "product of" label provides knowledge of the country where the item was processed, King said. "Our main concern is to be in compliance," King said, explaining that he spent two days with the COOL inspector to make sure everything was labeled according to regulations.

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Nebraska Farm & Ranch - Country Living

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FARMER’S WIFE By Christy Welch

Blessings and Benefits Last month I went to a friend’s baby shower in Cedar Rapids with my mom. The night before the shower we went out to eat and met a very nice lady who was dating a farmer. She came from a non-farming family, and we spoke for a few minutes, comparing notes. I had questions. For example, is it just my husband who calls everything that can hold something a bucket? The answer to that question is yes ... and we must always keep every bucket that comes into our possession because we might need it to carry random things around the farm. And is “farmer time” really something with all farmers, or just my husband. When he says he’ll be done in a half hour, I always hear hour. This hasn’t always been so. In the beginning I heard a half hour, so I planned on a half hour. Over the course of the last 20 or so years, I’ve learned to double the time. Yes, her farmer did the same thing, which drives her crazy too. I saw a question online this week: First thing that pops in your head: “The number one piece I believe is missing from my life puzzle of ‘insanely awesome’ is __________.” I thought about it. Then I thought some more. Then I read some of other people’s comments. Someone said she would like a “mom cave” in her house. I have my own office. It’s nothing special, but I can escape the chaos. Someone else said “a cleaning lady” but then again, I think that would cause me more stress. Money was a big point with people. While we are far from rich, we do have enough to put a roof over our heads, food on the table, and clothes on our backs, so that wouldn’t be my thing. New car? Nope, I’m pretty happy with my vehicle, though he has more than 100,000 miles on him.

In the end, there wasn’t a single material possession that I could think of that I “needed” to make my life insanely awesome. Because, no matter how much I complain about being married to a farmer, much of the time in jest, it’s pretty good and has some great benefits. I may not have an ocean view, or be able to take a lot of vacations to get that ocean view. However, I do get a pretty good view of pretty trees and fields out my back door. Depending upon the crop, I get a nice shades of greens and yellows to look at. When the breeze is just right, we get waves of leaves rolling across the hills. So to those who don’t understand life on a farm, all I can say is, when everything is going great and everything is running, life is rather peaceful. At night you can sit out on the deck to have supper or read a book without traffic or other noise. You can hear the animals around you. And while traveling is nice, and much can be said for having your feet in sand on a beach, coming home to peace and quiet is also comforting. I thought about this as I went home to eat lunch yesterday, thinking I could maybe eat out on the deck. But the breeze was blowing up the hill, and the smell of money was a bit unappetizing for lunch outside. But I still had an enjoyable lunch in peace and quiet. Life is good, and I still can’t think of any one thing that I could use to respond to the question. On second thought, I wonder if they make yard size air fresheners. Now that would be insanely awesome!

What’s So “Grand” About Grandparenting? Being a Grandparent can be a wonderful experience for everyone! Grandparents get to interact with a child in a new and different way than they did with their own children. Grandparents get to play, be amazed at their grandchild’s developing mind, see things in their world from a new perspective, and share their passions with a new generation. Grandparenting isn’t the same as parenting. In most cases grandparents are not the primary caregivers and aren’t required to lay down as many rules. They get to interact on a level different than the parent which makes it easier to develop a close bond. Grandparents can provide continuity in a child’s life. It is important to establish some ground rules with your grandchild’s parents. Dr. Lillian Carson, a psychotherapist and author of “The Essential Grandparent,” suggests grandparents “encourage, support, and bite their tongue.” In other words be respectful of their parent’s rules, be helpful caring for them when possible, and

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• IT’S THE PITTS by Lee Pitts • Dairy Diary by Lee Pitts

If I wasn't in the beef business my second career choice would be that of a dairyman. I know that would mean no horses or brandings, and I'd have to wear those kneehigh rubber boots that are forever springing a leak. And I'd still have to fix fence, just not as much of it. I like dairying because in college I used to hang around the project dairy where a lot of my best friends were dairy majors and, I hate to admit this, but I really liked milking Holsteins. I know that dairy cows aren't the most intellectual animals in the barnyard but there are some advantages over beef cows: you can gather them by clanging a bucket, I'd never get bucked off again, and if I was a dairyman I'd always have access to that nirvana of the taste buds, chocolate milk. The biggest drawback I see is that there's never any rest for a dairyman. If I was a dairyman this is how my dairy diary might read. Monday- Got up tired again at 3:30 to milk the cows. Jose went back to Mexico so that means I'll be doing all three milkings daily until he gets back. I sure wish someone would invent the technology where cows could milk themselves. Note to self: Make a bigger effort to meet a nice gal, maybe a Dutch woman or a Portuguese, who wants to settle down, raise a nice family and become a slave to lactation just like me.

Tuesday- In between milking cows I had to calve the heifers, breed some cows, treat several for mastitis, chop silage, feed all the cattle and fix the front end loader that keeps breaking down. Tried to sneak a barely-crippled cow by the guys at the salesyard but they wouldn't take her. I considered bribery but I haven’t received my milk check yet and didn't have any money in my wallet. Tomorrow I have my yearly meeting with my banker and my stomach has been churning. (Pun intended.) I don't know if it's the banker, or the fact that Jose called and said he isn't coming back. Wednesday- After the morning milking I took the banker to lunch and tried to get him drunk so he'd approve next year's operating loan. He kept talking about "his" cows, "his" land, "his" tractors and kept saying "our" assets had to be collateralized. Whatever that means. I sure wish he'd come milk "his" cows once in awhile. In the end he not only extended my loan, he urged me to expand because he said he can't foreclose on "my" cows because then he'd have to show a loss. The big difference between he and I is that the cow manure is on the outside of my boots. Thursday- Got a letter from another government agency who said they wanted to fine me $75,000 per day because they found on my property an endangered

microscopic insect eating an endangered invisible plant. Friday- Went to bed flat worn out and realized I'd forgotten to eat today. The "Big Event" for the day was I got to buy a new front end loader because the old one finally went up in flames. Well, I didn't exactly get a new one, but I got a good deal on a 10 year old tractor that only cost $100,000. Saturday- My “new” old front end loader broke down twice today. I finally got hold of Jose at his mother's house in Sonora and begged him to come back and promised if he did return ASAP I'd leave the dairy to him when I die. I think he was leaning towards coming back until I told him that. Sunday- Opened Saturday's mail and tried to make heads or tails of my milk check. The way I read it the government multiplies the non fat dry price by either the the price of block cheddar, the price of a ton of alfalfa or the total points scored in the last Super Bowl. Then they subtract the price for California powder and add the price of ice cream to arrive at a benchmark that is far below my cost of production. So after I milked the cows three times today I flushed their milk down the drain. Dairy Diary for next week: Repeat. And repeat. Repeat and repeat.

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Nebraska Farm & Ranch - Goverment

May 15, 2014

Protecting Affordable Energy by Senator Deb Fischer Washington D.C. Office 825 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-6551 Fax: (202) 228-1325

One of Nebraska’s many economic advantages is affordable, reliable electricity prices. This allows families to keep more of their hard-earned paychecks. Unfortunately, Nebraska’s reasonable energy rates are being threatened by new federal regulations. The Obama Administration recently released a climate report to try and justify its war on coal-fired plants used by states like Nebraska. The president’s latest regulatory push effectively bans coal-fired electric power plants from being built in the future and would add heavy costs to retrofit current plants, which is especially harmful to Nebraskans. Nearly two-thirds of our electricity is produced from this critical energy source. Moreover, these costly energy regulations place at risk good-paying jobs, increase electricity prices for families, and jeopardize access to affordable energy. Nebraska State Senator Jim Smith, former manager of the Omaha Public Power District, explored the economic consequences EPA’s regulations will have across Nebraska in a May 7, 2014 op-ed in the Omaha World-Herald. Senator Smith cited a study conducted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Bureau of Business Research. It found that transportation and electricity generated from coal account for close to $4.9 billion in economic output, more than 22,000 jobs, and $1.4 billion in paychecks throughout Nebraska.

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I agree it is important to examine the science surrounding climate change. However, it’s also important to acknowledge that there is a diversity of views regarding changes in weather patterns, even among President Obama’s own appointees. I also believe the president’s plan is blind to the fact that the United States is not the primary global emitter of greenhouse gases. China and India, our main economic competitors, are the biggest emitters. The new costs imposed on American families as a result of the president’s plan will likely yield little, if any, environmental impact globally. Meanwhile, it affords other countries like India and China a competitive edge. Attacking one of our nation’s most valuable energy sources does not bring us closer to an “all of the above” energy strategy, which the president promised to pursue and which I support. Rather than implementing a costly regulatory regime, the president should work with Congress on policies that lower consumer prices and strengthen our energy security. Nebraskans and all those stuck footing the bill for these new regulations deserve a say, and that means Congress should have a vote. The Senate’s consideration of energy legislation this week offered an opportunity to have a serious debate on these issues and discuss how we can bolster our country’s energy policy. Unfortunately, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid refused to allow

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amendments to the bill that proposed ideas to enhance our energy supply, create jobs, and boost economic growth. In addition to working to protect access to affordable energy, I’m also working to expand access to broadband services for all Nebraskans. As more and more individuals use wireless phones and similar devices, carriers have observed a rising trend of households purchasing broadband-only services. Currently, carriers serving rural consumers who wish to purchase broadband-only services receive limited support from the Universal Service Fund (USF), which has a stated goal of expanding broadband access. The denial of USF support for rural carriers in these situations limits consumer choice and undermines progress in bringing these services to all areas nationwide. As a member of the Nebraska Legislature, I worked to expand consumer choice for these services, and I continue to work for consumers in the U.S. Senate. Recently, I joined 43 Senate colleagues in writing the Chairman of the FCC to call for rules that allow USF support for rural carriers providing their consumers with broadband-only services. Consumers in both rural and urban areas deserve the same fundamental choices at comparable, reasonable rates, and I will continue to work to ensure all Nebraskans have access to these critical services.

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Each year, I hear from thousands of Nebraskans with questions, concerns, opinions, and ideas about the federal government. In my conversations with constituents it is clear many are losing confidence in their government. Along with Obamacare, unanswered questions regarding the 2012 terrorist attack in Benghazi, Libya and political targeting by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are contributing to this growing distrust. The American people remain concerned four of their countrymen, including our Ambassador to Libya, were killed at our diplomatic mission in Benghazi. More than a year and a half later, many questions remain. Shortly after the attack, the House of Representatives launched a thorough investigation through the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, Armed Services, Foreign

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Affairs, and Intelligence. While I strongly supported this investigation, the time has come for the next phase in the process. The House of Representatives voted this week to form a special committee to investigate the attack. The new committee will be made up of Republicans and Democrats with enhanced subpoena and deposition powers and charged with finding the facts. The House also acted this past week to advance the investigation of IRS targeting of groups because of their political beliefs. I am a member of the Committee on Ways and Means which has jurisdiction for the tax code and the IRS. The committee has collected hundreds of thousands of documents related to this case and has found compelling evidence the agency acted outside of its authority to target conservative organizations.

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However, we need more cooperation from the IRS and the White House. I recently joined my colleagues on the Ways and Means Committee in referring former IRS official Lois Lerner to the Department of Justice for possible prosecution. This week, the House voted to hold Ms. Lerner in contempt of Congress for her refusal to testify about her role in or her knowledge of political targeting at the IRS. The House also voted to ask the Department of Justice to appoint a special counsel to investigate this case. Getting to the bottom of these two cases is critical to restoring the faith and trust of the American people. As we move forward, I hope all sides will put politics aside and work together objectively to conduct these investigations in the best interest of the American people.

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I had the honor of addressing the graduating class at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK). It is invigorating to feel the energy and see the anticipation in the eyes of young people as they are handed a piece of paper that serves as an invitation to open a new and exciting chapter in their lives. Across the state this time of year, many high school and college students are moving the tassel on their mortarboards, and I hope they remember a few simple truths. As I mentioned to the graduates at UNK, one thing I’ve learned is that life doesn’t always take you where you expect to go. I certainly didn’t expect to dedicate more than 30 years of my life to public service, but experience has taught me that the destination isn’t always as important—or as rewarding—as the journey. It’s easy to focus so intensely on goals defined by material accomplishments that we sometimes overlook more meaningful aspects of life that we experience along the way. That’s why I challenged UNK’s graduating class to follow their passions and

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live their lives with meaning. I truly believe this will unlock a deeper sense of success, and it may even take them places they never thought possible. Meaningful success isn’t measured by the size of our bank accounts or number of trophies on the mantel, but rather by our generosity and our commitment to others. Don’t get me wrong. There is nothing wrong with being materially successful, and we all want to do well for ourselves. But as I told the graduates, if you don’t also focus on doing “good”, then doing “well” will never be enough. The satisfaction we get from our involvement in our communities and commitment to our passions cannot be matched by material rewards. We can all think of someone who had a significant impact on our lives. Maybe it was a teacher who challenged us to excel in the classroom or a friend who lifted us through a difficult time. They will live forever in our hearts. That is the true measure of success: whether we have made a difference in the lives of others.

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There is no box to check for this. It’s an ongoing process throughout the journey of life. In January, I’ll embark on my own new adventure when my term ends as Senator. I’m not certain where the road will take me next, but one thing I do know is that the most rewarding part of my journey thus far has been the opportunity to serve and represent people whom I greatly respect. My most memorable moments are those when Nebraskans have told me I’ve made a difference in their lives in some small way. So I hope to continue a meaningful journey, just as I hope our graduates set out to make their journeys meaningful. I offer my sincere congratulations to all those who have earned a diploma this year. You’ve accomplished much, and are about to face new challenges and opportunities. How you handle them will define you. Remember where you came from, how you got here, and who played a role along the way. Whether you set out to be one person who changes the world, or you become the world to one person, always live your life with meaning. And don’t forget to enjoy the ride.

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Buffalo Bill’s Tradition Continues Rodeo carries on the Western Showman’s form of entertainment in North Platte Ruth Nicolaus North Platte, Neb. – North Platte is the home of the original Western Showman, Buffalo Bill Cody, and his entertainment. And June 18-21, the tradition continues. Several hundred cowboys and cowgirls, horses, bulls, calves, steers, and trucks and trailers will converge on North Platte for the annual rodeo named after the showman, to compete for prize money and gold buckles. For cowboys, the Buffalo Bill Rodeo is the unofficial kick-off to the Fourth of July run, the most lucrative time of the year for pro rodeo cowboys and cowgirls. With North Platte’s central location, cowboys compete and often go on to the Reno, Nev. rodeo. For the fans, the Buffalo Bill Rodeo committee hires some of the best personnel in the business and several with local ties. Announcers Hadley Barrett and Randy Corley call the action. Barrett was born and raised in the North Platte area and Corley lived there part of his adult life. Bullfighters Andy Burelle, Ardmore, Okla., and Quirt Hunt, Hershey, will work to protect bull riders each night. Beutler and Son Rodeo Co., Elk City, Okla., will bring their bucking bulls and horses to North Platte. They've provided their award-winning livestock to the Buffalo Bill Rodeo since 1949. New to this year’s rodeo is barrelman and clown Justin Rumford. The Ponca City, Okla. man, who

D.V. Fennell, Porum, Okla., rides at the 2013 Buffalo Bill Rodeo. The rodeo, which is June 18-21, has some of the best personnel in the industry, providing great entertainment for rodeo fans. Photo by George Hipple. is a two-time Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association Clown of the Year, will bring his brand of comedy to entertain fans.

The committee works hard to make it good entertainment for fans. “It’s a top-notch rodeo,” said Shelli Arensdorf, co-chair of the committee and a resident of Hershey. “Good personnel translates to a good rodeo for fans. (Personnel) really involve the fans, keep them entertained, involved and informed, and that two hours of rodeo flies by.” And the aura from the old showman, Buffalo Bill, doesn't hurt, either. “It’s where Buffalo Bill got his start. He had one of the first rodeos in North Platte,” Arensdorf said. The Wild West Arena is within view of Buffalo Bill’s home, which he built in 1886. “We're across the parking lot from his home and the barn” where the shingles proclaim “Scout’s Rest Ranch. The Buffalo Bill Rodeo takes place at 8 pm each night, June 18-21. Tickets are $20 for reserved seating and $13 for adults and $7 for kids ages twelve and under in the upper grandstand. They can be purchased at the NebraskalandDays office, online at NebraskalandDays.com, and at the gate. For more information, visit the website or call the office at 308.532.7939.

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Records Vital to Farm Bill Livestock Program Applications Sandra Hansen, The Scottsbluff Star-Herald Although the deadline to apply for livestock assistance under some 2014 farm bill sections is Jan. 30, 2015, producers are encouraged to check the requirements now. According to Barb Cross, Farm Service Agency county executive director for Scotts Bluff and southern Sioux counties, that is highly recommended. "It is a complicated program," Cross said Monday, "but once eligibility is established, it should go pretty well." Producers need to check into the programs, decide which they are interested in, and then contact the FSA office for any assistance they need in gathering the proper records. Cross said the Livestock Forage Disaster Program is now a permanent program and is retroactive to Oct. 1, 2011, for eligible losses. The LFP provides compensation to eligible livestock producers who suffered grazing losses for covered livestock on land that is native, or improved pasture with permanent vegetative cover, or is planted specifically for grazing. Grazing losses must be because of a qualifying drought condition during the normal grazing period for that county. It also provides compensation for eligible producers on eligible range managed by a federal agency, if grazing losses are because of fire.

Eligibility for drought losses is determined by county ratings established by the U.S. Drought Monitor. Length of time and severity of drought are factors in determining losses on owned or leased land. Right now, Cross advises producers to gather their records, including leases and death losses. If a lease agreement was verbal, it should be put in writing. "Every acre has to have a written lease," Cross said, noting the FSA County Committee will review each application for eligibility. As for livestock, receipts for sales, and records of death losses, are musts. Numerous qualifiers are used to determine eligibility, as well as payment limitations, for livestock, producers, and deceased producers and dissolved entities. Payment limitations for 2011 are $125,000 total limit for LFP, ELAP and LIP combined, with additional conditions for the Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments program. For 2012 and subsequent program years, there is a $125,000 total limit for LFP, ELAP and LIP combined. Eligible livestock include beef and dairy cattle, buffalo, beefalo, sheep, goats, deer, equine, swine, elk, poultry, reindeer, alpacas, emus and llamas. Payment rates for individual animals have also been established, ranging from 22 cents a pound for some poultry to $136.66 for a dairy bull.

"Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all going to depend on how good producers are at keeping records," Cross said. "A lot are required, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gathering those records thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stopping a lot of them at the door. But operators who own their land and livestock, and keep good records, are going to be in better shape." At this point, Cross said there is no rush to actually apply. Producers are busy calving and farming, and the programs are funded, so the money will be there. "Most are coming to the office to find out what records they need, and that is great," Cross said. "They can make an appointment later." The disaster assistance programs consist of the Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP), Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) and the Emergency Livestock, Honeybee, and FarmRaised Fish Program (ELAP). These programs provide assistance to farmers and ranchers who suffered eligible losses on or after Oct. 1, 2011. In addition, the Tree Assistance Program is available for orchardists and nursery tree growers who suffered disaster losses. For more information, contact your local FSA office, or go online at www.fsa.usda.gov.

NEBRASKA LIVESTOCK INCOME TOTALS MORE THAN $11 BILLION Continued from page 1 Nationwide, total 2013 cash receipts from marketings of meat animals increased 4 percent to $92.1 billion. Cattle and calves accounted for nearly 75 percent of this total and hogs and pigs accounted for over 25 percent. Nationwide, the 2013 gross income from cattle and calves and hogs and pigs for the United States totaled $92.7 billion, up 4 percent from 2012. Gross income for cattle and calves increased 3 percent and hogs and pigs increased 6 percent over previous yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gross income. In Nebraska, gross income for cattle and calves in 2013 was $10.577 billion, up from $10.3 billion in 2012. Gross incomes from hogs and pigs in Nebraska in 2013 was $854 million, down from $872 million in 2013.

For cattle and calves, nationwide, cash receipts from marketings of cattle and calves increased 3 percent, from $66.8 billion in 2012 to $68.7 billion in 2013. All cattle and calf marketings totaled 55.3 billion pounds in 2013, up slightly from 2012. Nationwide, cash receipts for hogs and pigs totaled $23.4 billion during 2013, up 6 percent from 2012. Marketings totaled 33.4 billion pounds in 2013, up 1 percent from 2012. Nebraska led the nation in 2013 commercial cattle slaughter with 6.868 million head in 2013. That compares to 6.731 million head in 2012. Kansas was second in the nation with 6.316 million head, up from 6.227 million head in 2012. Texas was third with 5.912 million head, down from 6.517 million head in 2012.

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Livestock Market Nebraska Weekly Weighted Average Feeder Cattle Report Week Ending: 5/10/2014 MARKET: Huss Livestock Market LLC – Kearney; Imperial Livestock Auction – Imperial; Tri-State Livestock Auction – McCook Receipts: 3,423 Last Week 2,720 Last Year 8,040 Compared to last week, on comparable offerings of steers and heifers under 700 lbs sold 5.00 to 14.00 higher, over 700 lbs sold fully steady to 1.00 higher, except 800 lbs steers traded 6.00 higher. Demand was good to very good for the short supply of calves and feeders. Light rain and snow across most areas of the state over the weekend. Nebraska slaughter cattle live sales sold unevenly steady at 148.00 to 149.00, and dressed sales sold steady to mostly 1.00 lower at 237.00-238.00, mostly 237.00. Feeder supply included 56 percent heifers with 75 percent of the total over 600 lbs.

5 Area Weekly Weighted Average Direct Slaughter Cattle Week Ending: 5/11/14 Confirmed: 73,511 Week Ago: 99,482 Year Ago: 70,964 Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Weighted Averages Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6,851 . . . . . . . . .1,225-1,500 . . . . . . . . . . .147.00-153.50 1,356 . . . . . . . . . . .149.51 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8,786 . . . . . . . . .1,215-1,425 . . . . . . . . . . .146.00-150.00 1,353 . . . . . . . . . . .148.78 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,429 . . . . . . . . .1,050-1,444 . . . . . . . . . . .146.00-149.00 1,299 . . . . . . . . . . .146.35 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 . . . . . . . . . .1,265-1,265 . . . . . . . . . . .146.00-146.00 1,265 . . . . . . . . . . .146.00 Weighted Averages Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,157 . . . . . . . . .1,145-1,335 . . . . . . . . . . .146.50-150.00 1,233 . . . . . . . . . . .148.63 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,760 . . . . . . . . .1,085-1,290 . . . . . . . . . . .146.00-150.00 1,214 . . . . . . . . . . .148.52 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,507 . . . . . . . . .1,020-1,400 . . . . . . . . . . .145.00-150.00 1,174 . . . . . . . . . . .146.37 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .============================================================================================================== Weighted Averages Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . .Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . Price Range ($) Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) (Paid on Hot Weights) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,568 . . . . . . . . . .794-986 . . . . . . . . . . . . .234.00-238.00 879 . . . . . . . . . . . .235.80 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,776 . . . . . . . . . .772-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .235.00-238.00 862 . . . . . . . . . . . .236.89 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,374 . . . . . . . . . .839-897 . . . . . . . . . . . . .235.00-238.00 859 . . . . . . . . . . . .236.35 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . .Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Weighted Averages Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,924 . . . . . . . . . .750-937 . . . . . . . . . . . . .235.00-238.00 819 . . . . . . . . . . . .236.45 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,676 . . . . . . . . . .709-937 . . . . . . . . . . . . .235.00-238.00 783 . . . . . . . . . . . .236.43 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .351 . . . . . . . . . . .723-756 . . . . . . . . . . . . .231.50-238.00 740 . . . . . . . . . . . .233.76 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-

Feeder Steers Medium & Large 1

Feeder Heifers Medium & Large 1

Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price

7 . . . . . . . . .412-425 . . . . . . .416 . . . . . .264.00-268.00 . . . . . . .266.83

8 . . . . . . . . . . .348 . . . . . . . . .348 . . . . . . . . .268.00 . . . . . . . . . .268.00

58 . . . . . . . .466-498 . . . . . . .486 . . . . . .240.00-266.00 . . . . . . .251.87

12 . . . . . . . .378-380 . . . . . . .379 . . . . . .230.00-232.00 . . . . . . .231.33

11 . . . . . . . .516-546 . . . . . . .532 . . . . . .227.00-228.00 . . . . . . .227.44

16 . . . . . . . . .420 . . . . . . . . .420 . . . . . . . . .254.00 . . . . . . . . . .254.00

11 . . . . . . . . . .519 . . . . . . . . .519 . . . . . . . . .246.50 . . . . . . . . . .246.50

48 . . . . . . . .455-497 . . . . . . . 485 . . . . .214.00-233.50 . . . . . . .221.23

83 . . . . . . . .551-577 . . . . . . .571 . . . . . .222.50-241.00 . . . . . . .236.01

122 . . . . . . .503-547 . . . . . . .530 . . . . . .200.00-218.00 . . . . . . .212.87

86 . . . . . . . .600-641 . . . . . . .623 . . . . . .214.00-228.00 . . . . . . .220.41

124

129 . . . . . . .658-696 . . . . . .683 . . . . . .189.50-221.00 . . . . . . .204.15

51 . . . . . . . .626-641 . . . . . . .632 . . . . . .188.00-200.75 . . . . . . .196.59

32 . . . . . . . .701-727 . . . . . . .712 . . . . . .196.00-206.00 . . . . . . .199.78

124 . . . . . . .652-684 . . . . . . .660 . . . . . .181.50-192.25 . . . . . . .188.35

21 . . . . . . . . . .780 . . . . . . . . .780 . . . . . . . . .188.50 . . . . . . . . . .188.50

307 . . . . . . .710-748 . . . . . . .729 . . . . . .171.00-187.60 . . . . . . .183.76

. . . . . . .811-812 . . . . . . .811 . . . . . .180.50-183.00 . . . . . . .181.54

27 . . . . . . . .722-744 . . . . . . .735 . . . . . .155.00-170.50 . . . . . . .163.80

168

. . . . . .875-890 . . . . . . .885 . . . . . .177.50-180.85 . . . . . . .179.30

236 . . . . . . .753-793 . . . . . . .767 . . . . . .174.25-182.10 . . . . . . .179.43

10 . . . . . . . . .886 . . . . . . . .886 . . . . . . . .165.00 . . . . . . . . . .165.00

7 . . . . . . . . . . 777 . . . . . . . .777 . . . . . . . . .165.00 . . . . . . . . . .165.00

188 . . . . . . . . .944 . . . . . . . . .944 . . . . . . . . .175.25 . . . . . . . . . .175.25

35 . . . . . . . .804-810 . . . . . . .805 . . . . . .175.50-177.25 . . . . . . .176.85

96 . . . . . . . .962-986 . . . . . . .978 . . . . . .162.50-167.85 . . . . . . .164.68

53 . . . . . . . .814-843 . . . . . . .828 . . . . . .160.00-163.50 . . . . . . .161.75

91 . . . . . . .1000-1002 . . . . .1001 . . . . .163.10-165.10 . . . . . . .164.33

239 . . . . . . .858-890 . . . . . . .863 . . . . . .162.00-169.00 . . . . . . .167.24

Week Ago Averages:

Year Ago Averages:

6 . . . . . . . . . .1033 . . . . . . . .1033 . . . . . . . .141.00 . . . . . . . . . . .141.0

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .22,244 . . . . . . .1,338 . . . . . . .147.98 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .15,910 . . . . . . .1,226 . . . . . . . 147.56 Dressed Del Steer . . .22,155 . . . . . . .883 . . . . . . . .237.72 Dressed Del Heifer . . .9,666 . . . . . . . .795 . . . . . . . .237.36

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .17,900 . . . . . . .1,327 . . . . . . .126.24 Live FOB Heifer . . . . . 15,999 . . . . . .1,185 . . . . . . .126.24 Dressed Del Steer . . .15,105 . . . . . . .851 . . . . . . . .202.38 Dressed Del Heifer . . .8,740 . . . . . . . .770 . . . . . . . .201.21

. . . . . .550-591 . . . . . . .568 . . . . .188.50-220.00 . . . . . . .202.82

Feeder Steers Medium & Large 1-2 Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price

Feeder Heifers Medium & Large 1-2

7 . . . . . . . . . . .378 . . . . . . . .378 . . . . . . . .270.00 . . . . . . . . . . .270.00

Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price

14 . . . . . . . . .491 . . . . . . . .491 . . . . . . . .246.00 . . . . . . . . . . .246.00

7 . . . . . . . . . . .401 . . . . . . . . .401 . . . . . . . .233.00 . . . . . . . . . .233.00

32 . . . . . . . .538-543 . . . . . .540 . . . . .200.00-226.00 . . . . . . . .206.65

32 . . . . . . . .450-495 . . . . . . .478 . . . . . .182.00-212.00 . . . . . . .199.51

42 . . . . . . . .560-598 . . . . . .574 . . . . .197.50-230.00 . . . . . . . .221.63

21 . . . . . . . . . .466 . . . . . . . . .466 . . . . . . . . .236.00 . . . . . . . . . .236.00

8 . . . . . . . . . .638 . . . . . . . .638 . . . . . . . .216.00 . . . . . . . . . . .216.00

19 . . . . . . . .570-585 . . . . . . .577 . . . . . .184.75-185.00 . . . . . . .184.88

27 . . . . . . . .837-842 . . . . . .839 . . . . .171.00-176.50 . . . . . . . .174.66

13 . . . . . . . . 616-620 . . . . . . .618 . . . . . .194.00-195.00 . . . . . . .194.54

59 . . . . . . . . . 861 . . . . . . . .861 . . . . . . . .161.50 . . . . . . . . . . .161.50

Weekly Weighted Averages (Beef Brands): Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .23,266 . . . . . . .1,336 . . . . . . .148.20 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .12,424 . . . . . . .1,204 . . . . . . .147.77 Dressed Del Steer . . .15,718 . . . . . . .867 . . . . . . . .236.42 Dressed Del Heifer . . .3,951 . . . . . . . .797 . . . . . . .236.20

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.

• St. Joseph Sheep - Week Ending Monday, May 5, 2014 • Prior Week Slaughtered Lamb Head Count -- Formula : Domestic - 9,244; Imported - 0 Slaughtered Owned Sheep: Domestic: 8,464 Head; Carcass Wt: 41-111 Lbs.; Wtd Avg Wt: 85.9; Wtd avg. Dressing: 50.2; choice or better; 96.5% YG 71.3% Domestic Formula Purchases: . . . .Head . . .Weight (lbs) . . .Avg Weight . . . . . .Price Range . . . . . . . . .Wtd Avg 72 . . . .under 55 lbs . . . . . .43.6 . . . . . . .280.00 - 380.00 . . . . . . . .357.22 389 . . . . .55-65 lbs . . . . . . .63.7 . . . . . . .280.38 - 282.00 . . . . . . . .281.80 926 . . . .65-75 lbs . . . . . . .72.6 . . . . . . . .277.50 - 313.58 . . . . . . . . .283.19 4,336 . . . .75-85 lbs . . . . . . .80.4 . . . . . . . .260.50 - 311.96 . . . . . . . .287.34 3,451 . . . .85-95 lbs . . . . . . .88.6 . . . . . . . .253.15 - 304.65 . . . . . . . .286.54 658 . . . .over 95 lbs . . . . . .97.3 . . . . . . . .243.16 - 243.39 . . . . . . . .243.28

NEBRASKA HAY SUMMARY Week Ending 5/9/2014 Eastern Nebraska: Compared to last week all reported hay products sold steady. Light to moderate demand and hay movement. Light rain and hail across some areas of central and eastern Nebraska and the panhandle reported snow on Wednesday evening. Almost all alfalfa and pastures continue to be slow to take off and grow. All sales are dollars per ton FOB (freight on buyer) stack in medium to large square bales and rounds, unless otherwise noted. Prices from the most recent reported sales. Northeast/Central Nebraska: Alfalfa: Good large squares 190.00; fair large squares 120.00-140.00. Good large rounds

120.00-130.00. Grass: Small squares 170.00. Good large rounds 90.00-120.00. Cornstalk round bales 40.00-50.00 per ton. Dehydrated alfalfa 17 percent protein pellets 300.00-315.00; meal 305.00-315.00. Platte Valley area of Nebraska: Ground and delivered alfalfa 160.00, blended alfalfa product 130.00-140.00. Ground and delivered corn stalks 90.00-110.00. Dehydrated alfalfa pellets, 17 percent protein: 305.00; alfalfa meal 312.00. Western Nebraska: Compared to last week: All classes traded steady on very light demand. According to the Wyoming NRCS Snow Surveys, Last year at this time the state median was 104% with a low of 66% and a high of 122% of median. This

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Moving under the Rocky Mountains, Dodge student Tristan Hill helps carry water from the coast of California to irrigation channels in Nebraska on the Drought Run About obstacle course Tuesday during the Nebraska Children's Groundwater Festival in Grand Island. (Independent/Barrett Stinson)

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conservation programs (6%); and other related ag programs (1%). According to Dr. Lubben, direct payments to agricultural producers are now gone through the new Farm Bill as the overall funding available for producers nationwide is cut 7-8% compared to the previous Farm Bill. So, the federal revenue generally sent to Nebraska producers or landowners in October will not happen this fall. Likewise, conservation program funds have been cut 6-7% primarily through shrinking Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) programs. For producers, the main encouragement is increased support for crop insurance to assist producers with managing risk. This bill will again be more complex and have new terminology. Overall, though, this bill is designed to offer more risk management through federal farm safety net; rather than the traditional price and yield support provided in previous farm bills. New Farm Bill terms will likely include: ARC–F (Agricultural Risk Coverage at the Farm level); ARC- C (Agricultural Risk Coverage at the County level); and PLC (Price Loss Coverage). The new ARC-F and ARC-C risk coverage programs have

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Schedule of Events June 1-July - Bellevue (Sarpy County) Great Sarpy County Quilt Exhibit; 2402 Clay St. (402) 292-1880 www.sarpycountymuseum.org June 5-7 - Red Cloud (Webster County) Willa Cather Spring Festival; Willa Cather Foundation, 413 N. Webster St. A lively celebration of poets and poetry with exhibits, readings, performances, discussions and more. (402) 746-2653 www.willacather.org June 6-7 - Harrisburg (Banner County) Cattlemen's Ball of Nebraska; Hoot Owl Ranch, 1825 Rd 47. A showcase of rural Nebraska. $75-$350 Deb Hansen (308) 235-2659 www.cattlemensball.com June 6-7 - North Platte (Lincoln County) Heritage Festival; Lincoln County Historical Museum, 2403 N. Buffalo Bill Ave. Antique farm implements and practices, as well as many of the practices in making a home by the first pioneers of the region. James Griffin (308) 534-5640 www.visitnorthplatte.com June 6-7 - Omaha (Douglas County) Omaha Beer Fest; Aksarben Village/Stinson Park, 67th & Center Sts. It's the annual Omaha Beer Fest! Hundreds of American craft beers, Beer Academy sessions, live music, homebrewer expo, VIP lounge and more. Fri, 5-9pm; Sat, noon-6pm, $40 (402) 850-6776 www.omahabeerfest.com June 6-7 - Springfield, (Sarpy County) Springfield Days; Main St. Classic cars, classic rock, classic Springfield! www.springfield nebraska.com June 6-8 - Hastings (Adams County) Corvette Reunion II; MPH Motorsport Park Hastings, 427 S. Showboat Blvd. Corvettes display performance driving on a 2.15 mile long road course. Drag racing, autocross and car show. 9am-5pm, Free (402) 461-8031 www.racemph.com June 6-8 - 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 6-8 - North Platte (Lincoln County) Miss Nebraska Pageant; North Platte High School, 1200 W. 2nd St. Jay Engel (308) 534-3638 www.missnebraska.org June 7 - Ashland (Saunders County) Mud, Sweat and Beers 7K Trail Run; Quarry Oaks Golf Club, 16600 Quarry Oaks Dr. A rugged, offcourse trail run! Enjoy the party stop at mile 2 and other surprises along the way. The after party is a celebration of all things beer. 5pm, $42 early registration for participants (402) 944-6000 www.quarryoaks.com June 7 - Springfield (Sarpy County) Spring Wine & Blues Festival; Soaring Wings Vineyard and Brewing, 17111 S. 138th St. A celebration of blues music. Hot air balloons will be back for another wonderful evening for all ages. 6-10pm, Admission (402) 253-2479 www.soaringwings wine.com

June 7-8 - 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 13-14 - Ashland (Saunders County) Annual Testicle Festival; Round the Bend Steakhouse, 30801 E. Park Hwy - 2 mi. E. of I-80 Exit 426. Enjoy 2 nights of live bands! Rocky mountain oysters, burgers, hot dogs, funnel cakes and all your favorite beverages available. Daily, 5pm-midnight, $5 TJ Olson (402) 944-9974 www.roundthebendsteakhouse.com

June 7-8 - Ponca (Dixon County) Scheels 3-D Archery Tournament; Ponca State Park, 88090 Spur 26E. Each round of shooting includes 25 targets. Prizes and giveaways. 8am-5pm (712) 252-1551 www.scheelscommunity.com

June 13-14 - Lexington, (Dawson County) 11th Annual Plum Creek Rodeo; Fairgrounds. 7:30pm (308) 324-5504 www.visitlexington.org

June 8 - Nebraska City (Otoe County) Carving in the Garden; Wildwood Historic Center. Watch, learn, visit or try your hand at creating as several wood-workers share their skills in the Victorian garden. 1-3pm, Free (402) 873-6340 www.wildwoodhistoriccenter.org June 8 - Schuyler (Colfax County) Knights of Columbus 13th Annual Spring Festival; Downtown. Auto show, flea market, kids tractor pull, food festival and live entertainment. 1pm, Free to spectators Dean Vavricek (402) 352-5883 www.ci.schuyler.ne.us/KC.asp

June 13-14 - Wayne (Wayne County) Nebraska Tractor Ride; Begins at Wayne County Fairgrounds. A collection of antique tractor enthusiasts share stories and travel 150 miles over 2 days on the open roads of Nebraska. Riders come from around the US to join in on the fun. (402) 372-5423 www.nebraskatractorride.com June 13-15 - Crawford (Dawes County) Intertribal Gathering; Fort Robinson State Park, 3200 US Hwy 20. Exciting cultural festival with authentic Native American arts and crafts along with traditional powwow dancing, drum and song. (308) 672-3626 www.outdoornebraska.org

June 8 - Stanton (Stanton County) Wildcraft Walk & Harvest Red; Road Herbs Retreat & Learning Center, 57190 835th Rd. Learn how to identify and harvest Nebraska wild herbs. Sample tea and food made with herbs. 1-3pm, $55 (402) 640-0744 www.redroadherbs.com

June 13-15 - Hastings, (Adams County) Viper Rendezvous; MPH Motorsport Park Hastings, 427 S. Showboat Blvd. High performance gathering of Dodge Vipers. Drag racing, autocross and car show. 9am-5pm, Free. George Anderson (402) 461-8031 www.racemph.com/schedule/viper -rendezvous

June 11-14 - Norfolk (Madison County) Great American Comedy Festival; Johnny Carson Theatre, 801 Riverside Blvd. In honor of Johnny Carson, the king of late-night television. Showcasing some of the best comedians from across the nation. $10-$30/ticket (877) 371-1020 www.greatamericancomedyfestival.com

June 13-15 - 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. Michael Palmer (308) 249-4244 www.sidneygoldrush.com

June 12 - Omaha (Douglas County) Pinot, Pigs & Poets; Happy Hollow Club, 1701 S. 105th St. Featuring more than 30 outstanding Pinot Noir wines and savory pork dishes from Omaha chefs. Enjoy quickwitted slam poetry along with vintner and chef competitions. 6-10pm, $75-$200 Blair Bonnesen (402) 397-5809 pinotandpigs.org

June 14 - Atkinson (Holt County) 2nd Annual Quilts in the Park; Mill Race Park. View quilts in an outdoor park setting. Vendors, food and entertainment. 10am-4pm, Free. Deb Ecklund (402) 925-2495

June 12-16 - Albion (Boone County) Boone County Fair; Fairgrounds. www.boonecountyfair.net June 13 - Humboldt (Richardson County) Humboldt Area Motor Sports Tractor Pull (402) 862-5018

June 14-15 - Ponca (Dixon County) Bugs and Bones Weekend; Ponca State Park, 88090 Spur 26E. Explore the archeology and insects of the region. Hands-on activities including fossil digs, educational hikes, visits from special guests and more. (402) 755-2284 www.facebook.com/PoncaSP June 14-25 - Omaha (Douglas County) College World Series. www.cwsomaha.com

June 13 - Lincoln (Lancaster County) Beer, Brats and Bees; Pioneers Park Nature Center, 3201 S. Coddington. Social hour sponsored by Blue Blood Brewing, live music, food, a presentation about bees and an evening stroll. 6:30pm, $25-$30 (402) 441-7895 lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/naturecenter

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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 22nd. The next Heartland Express will be printed on THURSDAY, May 29th. To run a classified ad in the Farm and Ranch, call 800-658-3191 and ask for Kimberly. 1001 - MOWERS WANTED TO BUY NE - IHC #24 MOWER & PARTS, (308) 5872344 FOR SALE NE - REBUILT KOSCH HAYVESTOR, (308) 587-2344 NE - IHC H, OLDER MODEL, UPRIGHT DISTRIBUTOR, (308) 587-2344 NE - EMERSON DOUBLE VICON DISC, (308) 544-6421 NE - VICON 3 PT DISC MOWER, (308) 5446421 NE - KOSCH 14’ REBUILT TRAILVESTER, KOSCH DOUBLE 9 TRAILBLAZER, (308) 544-6421 1002 - WINDROWERS FOR SALE TX - BEAN WINDROWER BELTS. ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY, USA MADE. GUARANTEED., (800) 337-9826 1003 - SWATHERS FOR SALE NE - BELTS FOR MOST BALERS & SWATHERS, (308) 587-2344 1005 - RAKES FOR SALE IA - WWW. RAKEWHEELS. COM, (712) 3662114 1006 - BALERS FOR SALE NE - BALER BELTS AND CHAINS; BEARINGS & FLANGES, (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. HAMMOND EQUIP. MC/VISA/DISC/AMEX OR COD, BALERBELTS.COM, (334) 627-3348 TX - BALER BELTS- ALL BRANDS. MADE IN THE U. S. A. ! JD WITH GENUINE JD PLATE FASTENERS. FREE SHIPPING ON SETS. WWW. BALERBELTSANDHAYBEDS. COM, (800) 223-1312 NE - JD 530 BALER, (308) 882-4588 TX - BALER BELTS FOR ALL MODEL HAY BALERS. SINGLE BELTS OR IN FULL SETS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY. GUARANTEED. USA MADE. ASK ABOUT FREE SHIPPING., (800) 337-9826 1007 - BALE MOVERS/FEEDERS FOR SALE NE - NEW & USED EMERSON BALE MOVERPROCESSORS, (308) 544-6421 ID - NEW HOLLAND BALE WAGONS, WWW. BALEWAGON. COM. ALL MODELS/PARTS /TIRES, CAN DELIVER/FINANCE/TRADE., (208) 880-2889 www.myfarmandranch.com

1008 - BALE ACCUMULATORS FOR SALE TX - BALE THROWER BELTS. ANY MODEL. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY. USA MADE. GUARANTEED., (800) 337-9826 1009 - STACKERS/STACK MOVERS WANTED TO BUY ID - NH 8500 ROUND BALE STACKER, (208) 880-2889 FOR SALE ID - NEW HOLLAND BALE WAGONS, WWW. BALEWAGON. COM. ALL MODELS/PARTS/TIRES, CAN DELIVER/FINANCE/TRADE., (208) 8802889 1010 - FORAGE HARVESTORS WANTED TO BUY KS - JOHN DEERE CHOPPERS & HEADS, ROEDER IMP, SENECA, KS, (785) 336-6103 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/ TIRES. JIM,, (208) 880-2889 FOR SALE ID - NEW HOLLAND’S-ALL MODELS/PARTS /TIRES. 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 1101 - TRACTORS WANTED TO BUY 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 FOR SALE NE - IHC 706 FOR SALVAGE, (308) 269-2586 IL - LARGE SELECTION OF NEW, USED & REBUILT TRACTOR PARTS, IH, JD, MM, MH, AC, OLIVER & OTHERS. WE SHIP DAILY. ALSO BUYING ALL MAKES AND MODELS OF TRACTORS. PLEASE CALL:, (217) 370-1149 NE - 8 HOLE 15” TRACTOR FRONT WHEELS, FITS IHC, (308) 587-2344

1101 - TRACTORS FOR SALE - CONT’D 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 IH DISGUSTED TO PRICE THE KIT FOR YOUR MODEL, (800) 808-7885

Our Sportsmen will Pay Top $$$ To hunt your land. Call for a Free Base Camp Leasing info packet & Quote. 1-866-309-1507 www.BaseCampLeasing.com IA - JD 2010G W/HYD BUCKET LOADER, $4,850.00, (712) 299-6608 IA - IH 574G OR 606G UTILITIES W/HYD IH LOADERS. $5850 EACH., (712) 299-6608 IA - VERY NICE IH 350G W/HYD LOADER, $5,850.00, (712) 299-6608 IA - IH 1086, 5900 HOURS, $8,650.00, (712) 299-6608 NE - 2010 CASE-IH 305, SUSP AXLE, 1600 HRS, FRONT DUALS, AUTO GUIDE, 3 PTO’S,, $154,000.00, (402) 787-2244 NE - JOHN DEERE 7200 MAX EMERGE 2. 6 ROW, 36 INCH CORN PLANTER, FINGER PICKUP, LIQUID FERTILIZER. ALWAYS SHEDDED. $2,000 OBO, (308) 586-1310 NE - 1014 HESSTON HYDRO SWING. 14 FOOT WIND ROWER IN FAIR CONDITION. $1,000., (308) 586-1310 1102 - LOADERS FOR SALE IA - JD #30, 45, 46, 48, 148. SEVERAL LOADERS $250 TO $3650, (712) 299-6608 NE - 40” MANURE BUCKET OR 80” DIRT/SNOW BUCKET FOR AC MODEL 170 LOADER. $75 OR $125, (308) 624-2177 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 - 20’-22’ HARROW, (402) 726-2488 FOR SALE NE - DISK BLADES AND BEARINGS, (308) 587-2344 NE - 2012 GREAT PLAINS TURBO-MAX 2400TM, (308) 380-7161 1106 - PLOWS AND SWEEP PLOWS FOR SALE NE - NEW FLEX KING PICKER WHEELS, (308) 995-5515 KS - FLEX-KING 5X5 SWEEP PLOW, (785) 871-0711

1106 - PLOWS AND SWEEP PLOWS FOR SALE - CONT’D IA - 1, 2, 3, 4, 6; 2 OR 3 PT. AND PULL TYPE, (712) 299-6608 1108 - HARROWS WANTED TO BUY NE - 20’-22’ HARROW, (402) 726-2488 FOR SALE IA - SEVERAL HARROW SECTIONS, (712) 299-6608 1109 - PLANTERS FOR SALE NE - C-IH 12R36” VERTICAL FOLD 3 PT, ALWAYS SHEDDED, (308) 995-5515

For Sale Planters: 8 row Great Plains 8030, 8 row, IH 900 Air planter, 12 row JD 7300, 12 row 30” Case IH 800, 16 row JD 7200.

254-582-3000 www.kaddatzequipment.com NE - JD 7000 6R30”, LIQ FERT, TARPED, $4,000.00, (308) 778-5419 NE - WHITE 6R30, 3PT, $1,800.00, (308) 452-4400 1111 - DRILLS WANTED TO BUY NE - 30’-40’ OLDER DOUBLE DISC FOLDING DRILL, (402) 482-5491 FOR SALE 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 IA - JD 10’ GRAIN DRILL, 3 BOXES ON RUBBER, $875.00, (712) 299-6608 IA - GREAT PLAINS DRILL PRESS WHEELS, (712) 299-6608 1112 - ROTARY HOE FOR SALE NE - 30’ JD ROTARY HOE CALL FOR DETAILS, (308) 882-4588 1113 - CULTIVATORS FOR SALE NE - TWIN DIAMOND STRIP-CAT, 16 ROW UNITS OR COMPLETE 16R30” MACHINE, (308) 380-7161 NE - LILLISTON 6R30”, $300.00, (308) 7785419 1114 - SPRAYERS FOR SALE

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120 OWS 6P PL E E GEA F W O S R RH D N EP NE - SALE EAD SA E ADS W W O 1101 - TRACTORS S L S ON(3, 0 150 P E HE ' N I 5 6 I 8 H B X 0 T ) P I N M 4 PER 11 FOR SALE - CO ALE KING COND 1 E - 995-55 GEAR TRIP 8712 S S 0 ' R H 3 1 R 1 EAD 1 20 ) NE - 5010 JD HANCOCK SELF FO FLE X OOD 5-2541 5P0IC0KHEP 4 AMAR 5 , 6 OR SALE OURNE 0, (785 G ) 86 ING HP :3 $ ILL R B 0 F . LOADING SCRAPER, OLDER UNIT, KS L O A 0 0 TIOSHE P W, (62 LE X K 51N5E - R4O:W ,50 5 , 700 G DR A (308) 436-4369 PLO 00.00, F 95-5 90H HARUS 74$-600 , 70 H E ARH KS - , ER, $5 36' ER, B W 1 8 0 D , , E 9 H P P E 1 151 N 96 DAPT 0 50ITH 048:3) MOT (308 5:4 ADHSEA KS - FORD 2N WITH 5' WOODS $ W - N 308) CD9O - CJOD A ELL 58 NE EELS, ( , 6-16'S3.00H0, P(130:1 $45O0 NORS ) 624- $650 0:711 M BELLY MOWER, $2,900.00, (620) A F O I G , 0 2 0 1 $SH , 7-0 E A P ES R C H R 6 5 1 7 5 9 4 W K :3 ,$CU 700874 HP RH 7 865-2541 O NE0 SERSIA5LE00 NST-A2265 U IH W, $ E S E , ' 3 5 ) E A 2 N 08 5 361 LK NO 12, L/ N 18 : D IL - LARGE SELECTION OF NEW, 8 4- 00, (300, (3080HP 5: 3 $40 S IAWEEWEELL, $3X,4(X5880) POLY S BAOLR IKE 0 L 3 R . 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

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660-874-4455 1201 - ENGINES/MOTORS FOR SALE 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 DIESEL SPECIALTIES of OMAHA INC. is your one stop shop for your diesel fuel injection needs. We carry a large exchange stock of diesel fuel injection pumps, nozzle assembles, & turbochargers on hand, ready for immediate exchange. We are factory authorized. Let us help you keep downtime to a minimum. Diesel Specialties of Omaha Inc. 13325 B Street, Omaha, NE 68144 (402) 330-0580 www.dieselspecialtiesof omaha.com service@dieselspecialtiesofomaha.com

NE - 2012 CHEVY 454 POWER UNIT, CLUTCH, RADIATOR, NATURAL GAS, (308) 380-7161 1202 - PUMPS FOR SALE NE - C. C. W. 3X4 BERKELEY PUMP, (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 MILES AND MILES, used aluminum pipe, siderolls, pumps, gaskets, PVC, motors, cooling jackets, hydrants, 10” water transfer pipe. WATERDOG IRRIGATION CO. Littlefield, Texas Ph-806-385-4620; Fax-806-385-5734 www.waterdogirrigation.com NE - 8”-20” & 30” GATED, PLAIN 6”, PIPE TRAILERS, (402) 726-2488 1205 - GENERATOR FOR SALE KS - PTO GENERATOR, $975.00, (785) 8710711 1206 - GEAR HEADS FOR SALE NE - US MOTORS GEARHEADS-30HP 4:3 $350, 30HP 2:3 $350, 50HP 1:1 $800 & REBUILT 60HP 6:5 $1100., (308) 624-2177 NE - RANDOLPH/DERAN GEARHEADS-80HP 11:10 $800, 80HP 6:5 $700. PEERLESS GEARHEAD 2:3 $300., (308) 624-2177 NE - AMARILLO GEARHEADS-30HP 3:4 $400, 40HP 1:1 $750, 60HP 1:1 WITH NEW SHAFT & BEARINGS $950, (308) 624-2177 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

May 15, 2014 1209 - PUMPS WITH MOTORS FOR SALE NE - 3/4 BERKELEY PUMP W/PRIMING VALVE ATTACHED TO 262 ALLIS W/RADIATOR ON CART., (402) 364-2592 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 NE - IN STOCK UNDERGROUND PIPE, WIRE, FITTINGS, AND ELECTRICAL PARTS. AERATION AND UNLOADING ELECTRICAL MOTORS., (402) 678-2765 1301 - COMBINES AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE OK - REBUILT COMBINE SIEVES. NEW REEL BATS, GALVANIZED AND BLACK CELL 580525-1265 OR, (580) 361-2265 OK - C-IH 1480, 810 24’ HEAD, CELL 580525-1265 OR, $10,000.00, (580) 361-2265 NE - PARTS FOR 1680 CLEANING SYSTEM, CALL FOR LIST, (308) 269-2586 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 NE - 1978 IH 1440, 3300 HOURS, 20’ 820 FLEX PLATFORM, OFFSET 964 CORNHEAD, $15,000.00, (308) 269-2586 1302 - COMBINE HEADS FOR SALE SD - WE REBUILD COMBINE & WINDROWER HEADER AUGERS TO LIKE NEW CONDITION. PONCELET’S WELDING, RAMONA, SD. (605) 480-4860 OR, (605) 482-8405 OK - ‘98 MACDON 960 30’, JD ADAPTOR, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, $11,000.00, (580) 361-2265 TX - COMBINE PICKUP BELTS. ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY, USA MADE. GUARANTEED., (800) 337-9826 TX - DRAPER HARVEST HEADER CANVAS. ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY. USA MADE. GUARANTEED., (800) 3379826 OK - SP 36 HONEYBEE, FITS CASE-IH COMBINE, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, (580) 3612265 OK - IHC 1020 30’ FLEX HEAD, PICKUP REEL, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, $6,500.00, (580) 361-2265 OK - NEW HART CARTER PICKUP REELS, ALL MAKES & MODELS, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, (580) 361-2265 1305 - WAGONS/GRAVITY WAGONS FOR SALE IA - 6 OR 7 X 12 BARGE & GRAVITY WAGONS, (712) 299-6608 1307 - GRAIN DRYERS FOR SALE NE - NEW & USED GRAIN DRYERS, (800) 284-7066 1310 - AUGERS FOR SALE TX - CONVEYOR BELTS FOR ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY, USA MADE. GUARANTEED., (800) 337-9826 SD - CONVEYOR. 52’ LONG BELT, 22” WIDE. HAS HOPPER, IS ON WHEELS, BELT IS LIKE NEW. BELT COST $2500. WILL SELL FOR THIS., (605) 386-2131 1312 - HARVESTORS & SILOS FOR SALE WI - SILO DOORS: WOOD OR STEEL! SHIPPED PROMPLY TO YOUR FARM. HARDWARE AVAILABLE WITH STAINLESS STEEL STAPLES. PLEASE CALL:, (800) 222-5726 1313 - GRAIN STORAGE UNITS FOR SALE NE - 6000, 4000, 1000, 500 BUSHEL BINS TO BE MOVED, (402) 726-2488

Automatic Grain Bin FAN CONTROLLERS by Sentry Pack

Easiest to operate, most reliable controller available.

Valley Grain Management Ord, NE • 308-730-0251 1330 - GRAIN HARVEST OTHER FOR SALE NE - NEW ORTHMAN DRY BEAN CUTTERS, (308) 995-5515 1401 - 3 POINT BLADES FOR SALE IA - 2 OR 3 PT BLADES: 6’, 7’, 8’, 9’., (712) 299-6608 1402 - LOG SPLITTERS & STUMP GRINDERS FOR SALE SD - VERMEER WOOD CHIPPER, 3 PT, WILL TAKE 6” DIAMETER LOG. LIKE NEW. REALLY WORKS, $5,000.00, (605) 386-2131

Nebraska Farm & Ranch 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 1415 - FURNACES AND HEATERS FOR SALE NE - NEW VAL6 PORTABLE DIESEL RADIANT HEATERS. DAYSTAR RADIANT HEATERS. NEW WASTE OIL HEATERS W/TANKS. AG & INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT, (402) 893-4745 ELIMINATE • RISING • FUEL COSTS: Clean, safe and efficient wood heat. Central Boiler Classic and E-Classic Outdoor Wood Furnace; heats multiple buildings with only one furnace. 25 year warranty available. Heat with wood, so splitting! Available in dual fuel ready models. www.CentralBoiler.com. WE ALSO HAVE whole house pellet/corn/biomass furnaces. Load once per month with hopper. www.Maximheat.com.

A-1 Heating Systems Instant rebates may apply! Call today! 307-742-4442. 1430 - OTHER EQUIPMENT FOR SALE NE - ELSTON GOPHER MACHINE, (308) 5872344 IA - WWW. WHEELRAKE. COM, (712) 3662114 NE - PORTABLE EVAPORATIVE COOLERS FOR SHOPS, SCHOOLS, BEAT THE HEAT AFFORDABLY., (402) 893-4745 1501 - ALFALFA HAY WANTED TO BUY

HAY WANTED Buying Alfalfa & Alfalfa/Grass

Rounds or Squares 2013

308-631-7878 FOR SALE NE - 2ND, 3RD, & 4TH CUTTING SMALL SQUARES. GOOD QUALITY HAY, (308) 8824588 NE - HYDRAFORK CUSTOM GRINDING, GROUND HAY DELIVERIES, BUYING & SELLING HAY. NILSEN HAY CO. HAZARD, NE, (308) 452-4400 MO - ZIMMERMAN’S HAY. BIG SQUARE BALES OF PREMIUM ALFALFA HAY. DELIVERY AVAILABLE., (660) 216-0938

HAY FOR SALE BY DELIVERY ONLY!!

Alfalfa & Grass Hay ROUND BALES Cow-Horse Quality. Call for Delivered Price in WY, CO, NE Areas and More!

307-575-1008 1502 - PRAIRIE HAY FOR SALE IA - LARGE RD & BIG SQ BALES GOOD QUALITY GRASS HAY, DELIVERED IN SEMI LOADS ONLY, (641) 658-2738 NE - BIG ROUNDS BALES, CERT NOXIOUS WEED FREE FOR MULCH, (308) 587-2344 1504 - OAT/WHEAT/RYE HAY FOR SALE

1505 - STRAW FOR SALE NE - 75 BIG RNDS OF STRAW, NET WRAPPED. 308-641-1240 OR, (308) 4365491 1512 - SEED WANTED TO BUY KS - TRITICALE SEED OFF THE FARM, (316) 249-1907 FOR SALE IA - BUYER & SELLER OF PRAIRIE GRASS & WILDFLOWER SEED, OSENBAUGH SEEDS, LUCAS, IA., (800) 582-2788

200-1850 cu. units/ft. New Hurricane Auger - 25% faster processing

NE - NATIVE GRASS SEED, WILDFLOWER, LEAD PLANT, SMART WEED, WOOLY VERBENA & OTHERS. SOUTH FORK SEED CO. 402336-7351 OR, (402) 482-5491

1805 - FEEDING TRUCKS FOR SALE NE - KELLY RYAN 5X12 FEED WAGON MOUNTED ON IH TRUCK. HAVE PARTS TO CONVERT BACK TO WAGON., $3,000.00, (308) 778-5419 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 TX - TUB GRINDER BELTS FOR ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY. 18”-30” WIDTHS. MADE IN THE USA., (800) 3379826 1813 - FEEDERS FOR SALE NE - BULK CAKE & GRAIN FEEDERS, (308) 587-2344 1814 - BUNKS FOR SALE NE - 15 TRACTOR TIRE FEED BUNKS, $30/BUNK, (308) 778-5419 1815 - WATERERS FOR SALE MN - JUG LIVESTOCK WATERERS. THEJUGWATERER. COM, (320) 808-0471

Oats, Cover Crop Mixes Non-GMO Soybean Seed Summer Annual Forages & more

ROBERTS SEED AXTELL, NEBRASKA • 308-743-2565 Portable grain cleaning available KS - HIGH QUALITY TRITICALE SEED. CLEANED, 54 LB TEST WEIGHT, 90% GERMINATION. REASONABLE DELIVERY FEE. DELIVER ANYWHERE BULK OR BAGGED. CALL BROCK BAKER AT 316-249-1907 OR, (620) 983-2144

ALFALFA SEEDS FOR SALE! Clean and state tested. 50 LBS bags. Call for variety and price. Some delivery available.

Rihanek Seed’s

402-569-3265 • 605-999-1477 KS - BEAUTIFUL TRITICALE SEED. 62+ GERMINATION. 10 SEMI LOADS AVAILABLE. CALL FOR DELIVERED PRICE., (316) 2491907

ALFALFA SEED $3/Pound. Delivered to your farm

-------Rosanna WESTERN WHEAT GRASS SEED -------Ephriam CRESTED WHEAT GRASS SEED -------Call for prices and delivery arrangements.

605/798-5413 1530 - HAY & GRAIN OTHER WANTED TO BUY

DAMAGED GRAIN WANTED ANYWHERE WE BUY DAMAGED GRAIN & FEED PRODUCTS 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

IA - 1000 TON BIG ROUNDS NET WRAPPED WHEAT HAY, (641) 658-2738

KS - PREMIUM RANGE CUBES. CALL FOR MY DELIVERED PRICE BEFORE YOU BUY. BROCK BAKER, (316) 249-1907

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NEW PENTA

TMR highly efficient vert. mixers

Grain Vac’s Available. Also damaged grain from ground piles. Call Greg at 316-640-3203

717-377-9994

Grass, Alfalfa, Mix, CRP Hay, small squares for horse hay, Etc. Trucking is available.

1804 - FEEDING WAGONS FOR SALE TX - FEED WAGON BELTS. ALL MODELS. STRONGEST & BEST QUALITY, USA MADE. WILL BEAT ALL MFG’S PRICES., (800) 3379826

We Buy Damaged Grain.

Net Wrap, Twine, Covers, Hay Preservative, Silage Wrap Preseason Sale 48” X 9,840’ $185, 64” X 7,000’ $178, 20,000’ 110 twine $18.95, 4,000’ 350 knot $23.95, 50’ X 100’ Cover $179, Silage Wrap $71.50, Ask About Free Delivery Jordan Ag Supply (800) 726-0401

All Types Hay For Sale:

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Gayle • 573-473-6568 www.pentaag.com

LAKE OR POND? XP-180 Air Diffusion POND AERATOR / De-Icing System! Includes: Outdoor pump, 100ft tubing, Diffuser & Hardware Kit! 1 YEAR WARRANTY! Just $369.95 + $24 s/h

(608) 254-2735 Open 7 days /week! Website: www.fishpondaerator.com Fish people since 1955

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

1830 - LIVESTOCK OTHER FOR SALE - CONT’D TANK COATINGS • ROOF COATINGS Available for METAL, composition shingles or tar roofs. Long lasting and easy to apply. We also manufacture tank coatings for concrete, rock, steel, galvanized or mobile tanks.

VIRDEN PERMA-BILT CO. 806-352-2761 • www.virdenproducts.com

1901 - FEEDER STEERS FOR SALE MO - WE SPECIALIZE IN LOCATING “QUALITY” FEEDER CATTLE, (816) 688-7887 1903 - OPEN HEIFERS FOR SALE MO - QUALITY REPLACEMENT CATTLE LOCATORS - MAX HARGROVE, (816) 6887887 KS - 150 BLACK ANGUS OPEN HEIFERS, WEIGHING 700-800 LBS. SEE VIDEOS AT CLOVLANFARMS. COM, (785) 418-2983 1904 - BRED HEIFERS FOR SALE KS - 120 2 & 3 YR OLD BRED BLACK ANGUS HEIFERS. SEE VIDEOS AT CLOVLANFARMS. COM, (785) 418-2983 1906 - BRED COWS FOR SALE NE - 50 BRED COWS, STARTED CALVING 4/1/14, (308) 569-2458 1908 - COW CALF PAIRS FOR SALE KS - 50 BLACK HEIFER PAIRS, $2600 EACH, (785) 567-8515 1909 - BULLS FOR SALE NE - REG. ANGUS BULLS, 2 YEAR OLDS & COMING YEARLINGS., (308) 569-2458 NE - PUREBRED ANGUS BULLS, YEARLINGS & 2 YR OLDS. TC TOTAL, GAR INGENUITY, WMR TIMELESS, & CONNEALY CONFIDENCE BLOODLINES. SCHULTE ANGUS RANCH, KEARNEY, NE CALL 308-708-1839 OR, (308) 236-0761

Angus, Polled Charolais and Angus Hybrid Bulls Performance & Fertility Tested. Excellent Quality and Disposition. Reasonably Priced.

Wagonhammer Ranches www.wagonhammer.com

402-649-2719 NE - BLACK SIMMENTAL, ANGUS & CHAROLAIS BULLS FOR SALE! 2 YRS, 18 MONTHS, AND YEARLINGS. RECORDS AVAILABLE, TOP QUALITY, REASONABLE. CALL RICK WETOVICK, FULLERTON NE. :, (308) 5362901

Sizes from 6 to 13 foot. With or without steel bottoms. Full loads can be delivered anywhere in the United States.

POLLED HEREFORD

Guaranteed best quality & lowest price.

By Breed Leading Sires.

Call 605/473-5356 or email randy@zhvalley.com

1819 - WINDMILLS FOR SALE NE - REBUILT AERMOTORS OR REPAIRS, (308) 587-2344 1830 - LIVESTOCK OTHER WANTED TO BUY NE - 20’ BULL WHIP, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE NE - WE ARE YOUR ARROW FARMQUIP 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 TX - TANK COATINGS, ROOF COATINGS. AVAILABLE FOR METAL COMPOSITION SHINGLES OR TAR ROOFS. LONG LASTING & EASY TO APPLY. WE ALSO MFG. TANK COATINGS FOR CONCRETE, ROCK, STEEL, GALVANIZED OR MOBILE TANKS. VIRDEN PERMABILT CO. WWW. VIRDENPRODUCTS. COM, (806) 352-2761

BULLS

YEARLINGS Excellent quality and EPD’s, many calving ease bulls. Guaranteed.

Linton Polled HEREFORDS Miller, Nebraska

(308) 293-5816 lintonpolledherefords.com

SHORTHORN

* BULLS *

Bulls are quiet, but very aggressive breeders. Reds or Roans. Females bred & open. Pick One or Trailer Load. Delivery available!!!

Millvale Shorthorns Robert Miller Family Breeding program stresses sound feet, legs, teats, udders, growth & calving ease. Call for a DVD!!!

800-807-6944

Cell: 701-331-1153 Berta: 701-331-2403

PRIVATE TREATY

Registered & Commercial Angus Bulls Yearlings & 2-Year Olds Available w/Delivery

Blood Lines Include: • Prosperity • Republic • Contractor

Bulls are Reasonably Priced & Ready to Go to Work!

Mr. K Angus 308-548-8232 or 308-548-2860 Clarks, Nebraska • Call or Stop by Anytime!

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1909 - BULLS FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - POLLED HEREFORD BULLS, PERFORMANCE INFORMATION AVAILABLE, GUARANTEED BREEDERS. HUWALDT’S HEREFORDS. WWW. EDHUWALDT. COM. 402360-4387 OR, (402) 337-0784

SIMMENTAL BULLS for sale: Blk polled AI sired ½ to purebred. Exc selection of high growth bulls that will add weaning weights to our next calf crop. Volume discounts guaranteed performance data. EPD’s & free delivery. Reed Simmentals. Randy Cell 605-530-2748 Home 605-997-2748

FOR SALE AT PRIVATE TREATY BLACK SIM/ANGUS 2 year old bulls & yearling bulls. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR MORE POUNDS IN YOUR NEXT CALF CROP?

Our bulls have length, depth, moderate frame, calving ease & good disposition. Sires include: Basic Instinct • RLS17 • Justice • Blazon • 50/50 Incentive • TNT ON STAR • Dupont • Manifest

These bulls are structurally sound with the commercial cattlemen in mind. Performance sheets & Ultrasound data available. Call Rod or Laramie Strand Platte, SD H-605.337.2328 • Rod’s Cell- 605.680.7628 Laramie’s Cell-605-682-9016

2011 - HOG EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

*FOR SALE* Good, clean used pig & hog equipment. www.mikesgoodusedequipment.com

605-251-1133 2202 - STUD SERVICE FOR SALE NE - MORGAN STALLION STANDING AT STUD, (308) 587-2344 NE - FOR SALE OR TRADE, BLACK MORGAN STALLION. SMOKES KING FDK 182803, (308) 587-2344 2501 - HELP WANTED/NEED WORK

OLD (TWO IRON) WYOMING BRAND!! First registered in 1909.

We are your year-around source for quality light calves from Mississippi and Alabama. Our #1 sort on all weights are 90% Black Angus and 10% Char. Angus. David – Cell

(662) 418-0333.

Two JD Combines, MacDon Drapers, Grain Carts, & Semi-Trucks. Will work alongside farmer or alone.

Lee Farming & Harvesting

308.430.0293 308.232.4422 Combine Operators & Truck Drivers Needed for the 2014 Harvest Season If you can take pride in doing a job well done and make a commitment to doing your best, call

Gary Frank Harvesting Cell 620-874-1295 Home 620-872-5704 www.garyfrankharvesting.com • garyfrank9770@gmail.com

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING CAREER? JOIN THE CLEARY TEAM!! www.workforclearybuildingcorp.com

Stainless Steel dry, wet/dry pig feeders. Wean/finish, 50”, 60”, 70” pig crates. G/Stalls, Double LL 250HD Portable Nursery, Cast-Iron Center floors. 5x7’ TriBar Floors SS Nursery gates, feeders.

Call Mike at 605-251-1133

*FOR SALE* Good, clean used swine equipment. www.cellmanb.com

605-251-1133

2601 - CARS FOR SALE IA - 1985 BUICK PARK AVENUE, VERY NICE, $1,550.00, (712) 299-6608 IA - NICE 1992 CHEV SUBURBAN, 4WD, $3,650.00, (712) 299-6608 IA - VERY NICE 2000 CAMARO CONVERTIBLE, RED & BLACK, $8,650.00, (712) 2996608 NE - 1978 CHEVY NOVA, 305, AUTOMATIC, 4 DR SEDAN, CD PLAYER/AFTERMARKET STEREO, DECENT TIRES, 170K MI., (308) 587-2344 2602 - PICKUPS WANTED TO BUY NE - BOX FOR A 1996 CHEVY EXT CAB SHORTBOX, (402) 482-5491 FOR SALE NE - THIRD SEAT FOR 95-99 SUBURBAN, TAUPE LEATHER, $100.00, (308) 624-2177

Exira Auto Sales

NOW HIRING CONSTRUCTION CREW AND FOREMAN Cleary is a family-owned, debt-free, national leader in preengineered building construction. We are seeking responsible, hardworking, energetic personnel. Construction experience is preferred, but we will train the right candidates. Join our team of champions!! FULL TIME WORK and FULL BENEFITS TOP WAGES for the RIGHT INDIVIDUALS VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE REQURIED APPLY ONLINE OR IN PERSON!! 721 S. Beltline E. 520 N. Poplar St. 4433 S. Juergen Rd. Scottsbluff, NE 69361 North Platte, NE 69101 Grand Island, NE 68801

308.635.3467 308.534.6850 308.381.1028 15505 A Street Roca, NE 68430

1105S.13thSt.,Ste.210 220 Sheryl Ave. Norfolk, NE 68701 Fremont, NE 68025

402.420.0302 402.371.8567 402.727.9322

2502 - CUSTOM WORK/SERVICES

CERTIFIED PORTABLE CUSTOM SEED CLEANER Call for volume discounts 20 plus years experience! Several references, including: Cargill, Busch Ag & Coors. On-site cleaning, completely self-contained.

SOLD ‘13 Polaris Razor 900 XP, 341 miles ................................................. $14,900 ‘12 Dodge 3500 Crew Cab dually, flatbed 4x4, diesel, auto. .............. $29,800 ‘12 Dodge 2500 Crew Cab short bed 4x4, diesel, 6-spd.................... $36,900 ‘12 Dodge 2500 Crew Cab short bed 4x4, diesel, auto., 49K ............ $33,900 ‘12 Dodge 2500 Crew Cab short bed 4x4, 5.7 gas, 68K .................... $24,900 ‘11 Chevy 3500 SRW Crew Cab 2WD diesel, 58K ............................. $31,900 ‘11 Chevy 3500 SRW Crew Cab 4x4, diesel, long bed, 107K ............ $28,900 ‘11 Ford F-250 Crew Cab XL long bed 4x4, 6.2 gas .......................... $16,700 ‘10 Ford F-250 X Cab 4x4, V8, auto................................................... $12,900 ‘09 Chevy 2500 Crew Cab short box 4x4, 6.0 gas ............................. $11,900 ‘09 Chevy 2500 X Cab 4x4, diesel, long bed. auto............................. $17,900 ‘08 GMC 2500 Crew Cab long bed 4x4, leather, 6.0 auto .................. $17,900 ‘08 Jeep Wrangler 4x4, 6-spd., V6 .................................................... $13,900 ‘08 Jeep Wrangler, V6 4x4, hard top, right hand driver..................... $10,900 ‘08 Chevy 2500 X Cab 4x4, 6.0 gas ................................................... $10,700 ‘08 Dodge 4500 Quad Cab 4x4 diesel, flat bed .................................. $23,900 SOLD ‘08 Dodge 3500 Dually, Reg, Cab 4x4, diesel, auto., cab and chassis...$16,700 ‘08 Ford F-250 Reg Cab 4x4, 5.4 gas, 6-spd ....................................... $9,400 SOLD ‘08 Ford F-250 X Cab 4x4, auto., V10.................................................. $8,900 ‘07 Chevy 2500 Crew Cab long bed 4x4, diesel. ................................ $18,900 ‘07 Dodge 3500 Quad Cab Dually, 4x4 auto., flat bed,5.9 diesel ....... $18,700 ‘07 Dodge 3500 Reg. Cab Dually 4x4, 5.9 diesel., auto ..................... $17,800 ‘07 Chevy 1500 Crew Cab 4x4, short bed, auto, V8 ............................ $9,800 ‘07 Chevy 2500 Reg. Cab 4x4, 6.0 auto., utility bed ............................ $6,950 ‘07 Chevy 2500 Crew Cab 4x4, 6.0 gas ............................................... $6,900 ‘06 Dodge 2500 Mega Cab 4x4, diesel, auto ..................................... $18,900 ‘06 Ford F-250 Reg. Cab 4x4, 5.4 gas, auto. w/V-plow ..................... $10,950 ‘06 Dodge 3500 SRW Quad Cab 4x4, auto., diesel............................ $10,700 ‘06 Chevy 2500 X Cab long bed 4x4, auto., 6.0 V8 ............................. $7,950 ‘06 Chevy 2500 X Cab 4x4, auto. 118K, 8.1 V8 ................................... $6,700 ‘05 Dodge 2500 Quad Cab long bed 4x4, diesel, 6-spd................... $16,9000 ‘05 Chevy 2500 X Cab 4x4, 6.0 gas, Utility bed ................................... $6,950 ‘04 Chevy 2500 Reg Cab 4x4, auto., 6.0 V8 ........................................ $6,950 ‘04 Chevy 1500 X Cab short bed 4x4, auto., V8 .................................. $5,800 ‘03 Dodge 2500 Reg Cab 4x4, diesel, auto. 78K ............................... $13,900 ‘03 Ford F-350 Crew Cab XLT Dually, 2WD, diesel, 80K. ............. .....$12,900

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402-469-0789 TRUMP TRUCKS 2009 Mack 6XU613, 338 HP, 10 speed, 12K front axle, 40K air ride rears, 334K miles. $51,500.00 2009 International PROSTAR, 450 HP, 10 speed, 12K front axle, 40K air ride rears, 661K miles. $35,000.00 2007 Freightliner M-2, 450 HP Mercedes, 10 speed, 12K front axle, 40K air ride rears, 311K miles. $26,500.00. 2002 Mack CX613, 350/380 HP, 10 speed, 12K front axle, 40K air ride rears, 909K miles. $17,500.00. To see pictures and more information go to www.trumptrucks.net or call 800-821-5667

2604 - GRAIN TRAILERS FOR SALE OK - 2015 SHOP BUILT 32’ ONE HOPPER, 2 COMPARTMENTS, REFURBISHED RUNNING GEAR, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, $19,000.00, (580) 361-2265 OK - 1990 TIMPTE 48’ X 96”, CELL 580-5251265 OR, (580) 361-2265 2605 - STOCK TRAILERS FOR SALE

Lindsborg KS • 785-227-4220

Titan Trailers Aluminum & Steel livestock & flatbeds Lowest Prices!

RIFLE TRUCK & TRAILER GOOD SELECTION! OVER 150 Trailers in stock!

Featherlite * Circle D * Aluma * Wells Cargo Horse * Stock * Equipment * Utility

1-877-625-8884 www.rttrailer.com www.myfarmandranch.com

6410 Hwy 30 East, Kearney NE ~ 5040 Russell Circle, Lincoln NE ~

308-234-2300 402-540-2816

We travel to you! NE - ALL STEEL FEEDLOT FENCING. STEEL FEED BUNKS. PORTABLE CALVING SHEDS, PIVOT BRIDGES. FREE ESTIMATES AND WE TRAVEL. MEISTER WELDING. CALL:, (402) 367-2479

2009 FREIGHTLINER Day Cab, 450 HP, 10 Speed, 600K Range Excellent Condi on

2006 FREIGHTLINER Cat C13, 500-800 Range

$35,850

$26,850

1999 CHEVROLET MINI BUS 22 Passenger 350 Gas, AC, 55K

2005 GMC 24 FT BOX TRUCK Cat Diesel, Automa c

Beef & Dairy Heifer Development Complete Al, Synchronization & Embryo Services Custom Cattle Feeding Wintering Cows (Corn Stalks & Dry Lot) Backgrounding Calves

$11,650

For More Information: Dallas Schleining (970) 420-0267

2607 - UTILITY TRAILERS FOR SALE KS - INTERSTATE 6’ X 12’ ENCLOSED CARGO TRAILER, HAS INTERIOR CABINETS & SHELVING, $2,750.00, (785) 871-0711 2613 - MOBILE HOMES & RV’S FOR SALE KS - 1977 CHEVY MOTOR HOME, $2,750.00, (785) 871-0711 2615 - AIRPLANES FOR SALE NE - MONI MOTOR GLIDER AND TRAILER, LOW HOURS, (402) 364-2592 2616 - TIRES WANTED TO BUY NE - 11. 2 X 36 OR 12. 4 X 36 TIRES, (308) 587-2344 MO - 20. 4 X 34 REAR TIRES, (816) 3782015 NE - 12. 4 X 38 TRACTOR REARS, NEW OR USED, DECENT SHAPE, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE NE - 15” SPLIT RIMS, 8 HOLE, 750 MUD/SNOW, (308) 587-2344 NE - RIM-GARD, NON CORROSIVE, TIRE BALLAST, TUBE OR TUBELESS TIRES, (308) 587-2344 NE - 90% TREAD 24. 5 X 32 DIAMOND TREAD 12 PLY ON 10 HOLE RIM, (308) 2692586 NE - 3 NEW, NEVER BEEN MOUNTED, 9. 5L X 15 IMPLEMENT TIRES. 2 8PLY & 1 12 PLY., (308) 587-2344 IA - 18. 4 X 26”, 34”, 38” TIRES, (712) 2996608 2618 - SEMI TRACTORS/TRAILERS FOR SALE OK - 2015 BOURBON 36’, DOUBLE HOPPER BOTTOM, CELL 580-525-1265 OR, $2.00, (580) 361-2265 MO - 2000 FREIGHTLINER FLD120, 60” FLAT TOP SLEEPER, DETROIT 12. 7 AT 430500 HP, 10 SP, AIR RIDE, AIR SLIDE 5TH WHEEL, 704K MILES., (660) 548-3804 2630 - TRANSPORTATION OTHER FOR SALE

28 Foot Gooseneck Tandem dual axle trailer, steel floor and has winch. Extra nice. $3,750.00 Antique Hay Balers & graters. All sizes.

Call 918-448-0621 WANTED TO RENT

Dale Ade Trailer Sales

208-221-5338

We Offer Complete & Competitive Cattle Services Including: • • •

308-530-3098

Hwy. 71, Exira, IA • 712-268-5345 www.exiraauto.com

Call today for prices. 2010 - FARROWING EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

• 2003 Kenworth T300 & IHC 4300 cab/chassis automatics, long frame, 33K GVW. Would work great for grain or feed trucks.

Sidney • North Platte • Kearney Grand Island • York • NW Kansas

970-291-9379

DS CATTLE CO.

R & M Salvage

in Northern South Dakota or Southern North Dakota

Brand created by I.M. Conness in and around Saratoga and Encampment, WY. LRC, LSS, HOGS, LSH. Fees paid to 2015. For more information 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

• 2005 Columbia Day Cabs off Ryder lease. 14L Det., 10 sp. and ultra shifts.

WANTED:

HARVESTING

2603 - TRUCKS FOR SALE SD - 1952 IH L160 TRUCK, 16’ COMBINATION GRAIN & STOCK BOX & HOIST, GOOD CONDITION. $1500, (605) 386-2131

Backgrounding and finishing Available for Feeder Calves, Butcher Cows, Bred Cattle, & Cow/Calf Pairs. Calving and AI services. References Available & Reasonable Rate. Call 605-520-3182

On-site pickup of cars, trucks, appliances, iron and demolition of mobile homes Serving

Scott City, KS

1930 - CATTLE OTHER FOR SALE MO - QUALITY REPLACEMENT & BREEDING CATTLE LOCATORS, (816) 688-7887

2502 - CUSTOM WORK/SERVICES CONT’D KS - CORN, MILO, WHEAT HARVESTING WANTED. TWO JD MACHINES & SUPPORTING TRUCKS., (785) 567-8515

May 15, 2014

$17,650

MORE TRUCKS & BUSES FOR SALE ~ CALL 308-627-7520

Amber Wave Harvesting Looking for full-time CDL Drivers for Wheat Harvesting and Hay Hauling. Call Lamar at

717-377-9994

2803 - DIRT SCRAPERS WANTED TO BUY MO - WE BUY & TRADE USED HYDRAULIC EJECTION SCRAPERS, (660) 548-3804 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 MO - LEON HYDRAULIC EJECT 1450 WITH EXTENSIONS, NEW TIRES & PAINT, (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 NE - SOILMOVER 1. 25 YD., $800.00, (308) 778-5419 MO - TOREQ 14 YD DIRECT MOUNT, (660) 548-3804 2822 - SKID STEER LOADERS FOR SALE KS - BOBCAT 963, $20,000.00, (785) 8710711 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

May 15, 2014 2824 - MATERIAL HANDLING EQMT FOR SALE NE - 1500-8000# (MOSTLY 4000#), AIR TIRES & NEW FORKS, (402) 678-2277 2827 - BUILDING SUPPLIES FOR SALE

Nebraska Farm & Ranch 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 - TEENS, 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, EARLY 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S IHC TRUCKS, PARTS, LITERATURE, (308) 894-6965 3004 - ANTIQUE MACHINERY FOR SALE IA - LARGE NUMBER OF ANTIQUE MACHINERY ITEMS, INCLUDING STEEL WHEEL PLOWS, POTATO DIGGERS, & GEARS FOR IH & JD STEEL WHEELS, STEEL WHEEL ROAD GRADERS & HAY LOADERS. PULL TYPE CORN PICKERS AND CORN SHELLERS. 2, 4, 6 ROW OLDER JD PLANTERS., (712) 2996608 IA - IH 715 G, 4-30, 13â&#x20AC;&#x2122; BH, $2,850.00, (712) 299-6608 3005 - FENCING MATERIALS FOR SALE

Gas & Hydraulic Wire Winders! Hotwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Grand Island, Nebraska

2828 - LAND LEVELING EQUIPMENT FOR SALE MO - MIDLAND 16X45 LAND LEVELER, (660) 548-3804 2840 - OTHER CONSTRUCTION EQUIP MENT FOR SALE MO - GLENCOE 20â&#x20AC;? PTO DITCHER, (660) 548-3804 3002 - ANTIQUE TRACTORS WANTED TO BUY SD - MINNEAPOLIS MOLINE ANY OLDER MM, (605) 386-2131 FOR SALE MN - ANTIQUE TRACTOR COLLECTORS! BIEWERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TRACTOR & MACH. SALV. SPECIALIZES IN 1920-85 TRACTOR PARTS. FREE NATIONWIDE LOCATING. BARNESVILLE, MN. SEARCH PARTS & SEE OVER 300 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 IA - IH TRACTORS: A, SUP A, B, C, SUP C, H, SUP H, M, SUP M, SMTA, 300, 350, 400, 450, 460, 560, 606, 504, 706G, 240, 340, 574 UTILITIES, (712) 299-6608

877-407-8645 www.hotwoods.com

3005 - FENCING MATERIALS FOR SALE - CONTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;D

STRUCTURAL PIPE Excellent Condition

Page 23 3030 - OTHER FOR SALE NE - REASONABLY PRICE MECHANICS GLOVES, WARM GLOVES, MITTENS & OTHER GLOVES., (308) 587-2344

Cut post with saddle

Pre-Assembled Installs in Minutes!

ALL SIZES AVAILABLE Discounted delivery on full loads Call or E-mail Kayla: 970.324.4580

rpjenergy@gmail.com

Oilfield Pipe & Rods All Sizes/Top Quality. We provide free delivery on full truckloads in Kansas & the surrounding states.

1 hp unit shown

Complete with light & timer, 100 ft. power card, 1 yr warranty! (Also available in 3/4 hp & 1.25 hp)

3034 - WIND GENERATORS WANTED TO BUY SD - JACOBS 32 VOLT WIND GENERATOR, ALSO WINCHARGER USED DURING THE â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;30â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S & â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S, WILL PAY ACCORDING TO CONDITION, (605) 386-2131 5000 - FARM REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

John Seib 785-798-5959 Larry Seib 785-798-5245 S&S Pipe & Steel, Inc. Ness City, KS

Beautiful Mountain Views & Wildlife Abound Property Close to Aurora & Denver, CO. The 45 Acres is/are located at: 45125 Comanche Creek Road, Between Bennett & Kiowa on Road 65. The Acreage has Grass, Alfalfa and is approved for 2 wells.

Great location for Horses, Cattle or whatever Suits your fancy!

House For Sale in Big Springs, NE

All appliance and furniture included. 3 bedroom house on 2 lots with 2 double garages. 20 minutes from Lake McConaughy.

---$30,000--Pictures available on Graigâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List

308-889-3204 6002 - TRAVEL PACKAGES FOR SALE

Calgary Stampede July 11th thru 14th: 3 nights hotel, Rodeo tickets for the 12th & 13th, Evening show the 12th with Chuckwagon Races. Round trip deluxe motorcoach will depart from Billings and Great Falls MT. $989.00 per person double occupancy. $1,255 single.

Contact Beartooth Travel 800-554-2303

To place your classified ad call Kimberly @

Please Call: 308-440-6808 For more information

800-658-3191

www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

WANTED

(620) 241-2582 â&#x20AC;˘ McPherson, KS www.frankblackpipe.com sales@frankblackpipe.com 2-3/8"; 2-7/8"; 3-1/2" oilfield tubing 3/4" thru 42" new & used line pipe square & rectangular tubing plate steel â&#x20AC;˘ sucker rods beam, channel & angle iron

Floating POND FOUNTAIN! Aerator Now Available Factory Direct! MSRP ($1100) You Pay $698.95!

Call 7 days/week! FAST UPS shipping right to your door! (608) 254-2735 www.fishpondaerator.com

3016 - BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES FOR SALE NE - HIGH DENSITY FOAM BOARD INSULATION. $19.20 PER SHEET - 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; X 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; X 2â&#x20AC;? THICK. ELIMINATE FROST HEAVING IN CONCRETE. PERFECT FOR IN-FLOOR HEATING APPLICATIONS. CALL LITEFORM AT, (800) 551-3313 3018 - LUMBER FOR SALE

Solid Plastic Fence Posts for pasture fence. Have 3â&#x20AC;?, 4â&#x20AC;? and 5â&#x20AC;?, with various lengths. Call Spotanski Plastics at 888-Dig-post or Bill at 308-940-0068 spotanskiplastics.com

CasCade 5000

5001 - NON-FARM REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

)$50 &217$,10(17

Cedar and Cottonwood Logs & Timber. Inquire About Other Logs

The EPA requires containment if you have over

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MERICAN WOOD FIBERS Supplier of Wood Shavings Stall & kennel shavings

Call us for all your steel pipe needs.

WE CAN DELIVER!

800-662-5459 Powerlift of Nebraska, LLC

www.myfarmandranch.com

â&#x20AC;˘ Contains fuel storage at your farm or place of business. â&#x20AC;˘ Designed for simple and easy installation. â&#x20AC;˘ Meets the EPAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fuel containment requirements.

52125 West Hwy 275 Neligh, NE 68756 402-887-9092 402-841-8184 www.powerliftdoors.com

:$7&+ $ &217$,10(17 6<67(0 %(,1* %8,/7

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Hydraulic Doors

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Wanted:

MORE THAN JUST SPRAYERS!

NEW LOCATION

Used Mobile Homes

Check With Us First For Parts

1850 W. Hwy 40

Will Buy, Trade or Consign!

2000 East Hwy. 30 Kearney, NE â&#x20AC;˘ (308) 237-3843

â&#x20AC;˘ Banjo Valves, Strainers and Fittings â&#x20AC;˘ Hypro. and Ace Pumps and Parts â&#x20AC;˘ Teejet Nozzle Bodies â&#x20AC;˘ Turbo Drop Nozzles â&#x20AC;˘ Farm King Applicators â&#x20AC;˘ Fertilizer Orifices â&#x20AC;˘ All Sizes of Hose â&#x20AC;˘ Trimble GPS Systems â&#x20AC;˘ Enduraplas Poly Tanks & Trailers

PROMPT, COURTEOUS SERVICE of all makes and models of ATVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

Select Sprayers, LLC

1850 W. Hwy 40 Kearney, NE 68847

4319 Imperial Ave., East Hwy. 30, Kearney or call

308-338-8006

Service 54588

55535

308-236-5857 Wayne Paquin, Owner

55498

Midlands Classified Ad Network JOURNEYMAN. PLUMBERS AND EXPERIENCED APPRENTICES. APPLY IN PERSON AT: SNELL SERVICES , INC. 2345 NORTH 10TH STREET, GERING NE 69341 GERING PUBLIC SCHOOLS. IS SEEKING QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FOR THE 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR: ELEMENTARY SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER. INTERESTED CANDIDATES ARE REQUESTED TO APPLY VIA OUR WEBSITE WWW.GERINGSCHOOLS.NET. APPLICATIONS WILL BE TAKEN UNTIL THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS ARE LISTED ON OUR WEBSITE. EOE BUILDING MATERIAL SALES. SCOTTSBLUFF STORE AREA. EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION IN THE CONSTRUCTION FIELD IS REQUIRED. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED. COMPETITIVE WAGE AND BENEFIT PACKAGE. SEND RESUMES: HUMAN RESOURCES, P.O. BOX 1467, SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361 WESTERN NEBRASKA COMMUNITY COLLEGE. POWERLINE PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ALLIANCE CAMPUS - TEACH AN ELECTRIC LINE WORKER CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE COLLEGE CURRICULUM BASED ON MERCHANT JOB SAFETY AND TRAINING PROGRAM AT ALLIANCE, NE. DUTIES INCLUDE TEACHING, CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, SCHEDULING, LAB AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE, ORDERING OF SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT,

COUNSELING, RECRUITMENT, PLACEMENT, STUDENT ADVISING, AND OTHER PROGRAM MANAGEMENT DUTIES. STUDENT RECRUITMENT IS AN EXPECTATION. AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTOR - TEACH A RANGE OF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY COURSES, WITH AN EMPHASIS ON ENGINE REBUILDING, AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, AND HEATING/AC. EVENING AND WEEKEND CLASSES MAY BE SCHEDULED, PLUS CONCURRENT CREDIT TEACHING FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. THE INSTRUCTOR IS EXPECTED TO BE A GENERALIST WHO IS COMFORTABLE WITH BOTH DIDACTIC INSTRUCTION AND SUPERVISED SHOP EXPERIENCES FOR STUDENTS. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST PERFORM A VARIETY OF COMPLEX TECHNICAL DUTIES IN THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND PERSONAL COMPUTERS; AND TO ASSIST ADMINISTRATIVE USERS WITH COMPUTER APPLICATION SUPPORT. INSTALLING AND CONFIGURING APPLICATION AND OPERATING SYSTEM SOFTWARE AND UPGRADES, FOLLOWING DEFINED INSTITUTIONAL STANDARDS. ANALYZING, TROUBLESHOOTING, AND RESOLVING SYSTEM HARDWARE, SOFTWARE AND NETWORKING ISSUES; DEVELOPING TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS OR RECOMMEND OUTSIDE SERVICING AS NEEDED.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.WNCC.EDU GOLDEN LIVING CENTER HAS OPENINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING: FULL-TIME PAYROLL CLERK, FULLTIME SEASONAL MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT, ASSISTED LIVING 1 CASUAL NIGHT CNA/MA. ALZHEIMER'S UNIT: 2 FT EVENING CAN & 1 FT EVENING LPN. SKILLED NURSING: 2 FT EVENING CAN, 2 FT EVENING LPN OR RN, 1 PT NIGHT CAN & 1 PT NIGHT LPN OR RN. PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON OR ON-LINE. GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER, 111 W. 36TH STREET SCOTTSBLUFF, NE 69361 WWW.GOLDENLIVINGCENTERS.COM OWNER/OPERATORS AMERI-CO CARRIERS, INC. IS LOOKING FOR O/O'S FOR OUR REGIONAL, AND OVER THE ROAD DRY VAN AND OVER THE ROAD FLATBED DIVISIONS. COMPETITIVE PAY AND FUEL SURCHARGE, QUARTERLY INCENTIVE BONUS AND LICENSING INCENTIVES. CONTACT KURT AT 800-445-5400. THE NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF ROADS IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR A HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER IN ALLIANCE NE. FOR A FULL JOB DESCRIPTION OR TO APPLY, VISIT WWW.STATEJOBS.NEBRASKA.GOV OR YOUR LOCAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE. MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE STATE APPLICATION ON OR BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE OF MAY 23, 2014. NOTIFY THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL AT 402-471-2075 IF YOU

NEED ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS. (TDD CALLS ONLY: 402-4714693). THE STATE OF NEBRASKA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. CARPENTERS AND CARPENTERS' HELPERS NEEDED. EXPERIENCE PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED. AMBITIOUS AND ABLE TO TRAVEL. APPLY AT: PAUL REED CONSTRUCTION, 2970 N. 10TH ST., GERING, NE 69341 CONCRETE LABORERS & FINISHERS WANTED. GERING, NEBRASKA. APPLY IN PERSON: PAUL REED CONSTRUCTION, 2970 N. 10TH ST., GERING NE 69341 STRONG 8 STORE GROCERY CHAIN, SEEKING A FRIENDLY, ENERGETIC INDIVIDUAL WITH PREVIOUS MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE. WE OFFER COMPETITIVE, SALARY, BONUS AND HEALTH INSURANCE. SEND RESUME TO: PERSONNEL 507 W CEDAR RD., CHAMBERLAIN, SD 57325 BOX BUTTE GENERAL HOSPITAL IN ALLIANCE IS SEEKING RN NIGHT HOUSE SUPERVISOR. TO WORK WITH A HIGH LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE PROVIDING LEADERSHIP, AND SUPERVISION WITHIN ALL UNITS OF THE HOSPITAL. HOUSE SUPERVISOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ASSISTING THE CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER IN ORGANIZING, LEADING AND DIRECTING THE NURSING STAFF WITHIN THE HOSPITAL. FUNCTIONS AS A PROBLEM SOLVER AND EXPEDITER OF

SERVICES FOR THE NURSING DEPARTMENTS. COLLABORATES WITH MEMBERS OF THE HEALTH CARE TEAM TO PROMOTE TOTAL PATIENT CARE, DEMONSTRATING COMMITMENT TO THE MISSION, VALUES AND GOALS OF BBGH. A NEBRASKA RN LICENSURE REQUIRED. PREFERRED BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN NURSING OR ADMINISTRATION. A COMPETITIVE SALARY AND BENEFIT PACKAGE IS BEING OFFERED FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE. ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE SUBJECT TO A BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG SCREEN. A FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOUND AT WWW.BBGH.ORG. NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR. PHONE: (308) 763-2935 FAX: (308) 763-2936 JILL.LANGEMEIER@NEBRASKA.GOV EOE

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

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Cabinets • Countertops Hardware • Onyx Windows • Doors Interior trims • Blinds Tile • Carpet Hardwood • Vinyl 4105 2nd Avenue • Kearney

308-338-8110 www.cmhdistributing.com 55240

55362

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