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Equine Virus a Concern, But Not Uncommon

Sandhills Ranch Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 Lexington Rodeo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Bertrand Rodeo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Ravenna Tractor Pull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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

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

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

Markets Grains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Government Report Government Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Ag Management UNL Research Part of National Effort to Solve Global Bee Crisis . . . . . . . . 11

By Lori Potter, The Kearney Hub Horse owners concerned about contact with the Equine Herpesvirus have canceled Eddyville's annual Buzzard's Roost Trail ride scheduled for Saturday. It's not the only event that is a victim of EHV-1 fear. "There are lots of people canceling events," said Nebraska Department of Agriculture spokeswoman Christin Kamm. Those decisions have followed State Veterinarian Dennis Hughes'

announcement on Monday that he had placed five horse premises under quarantine after several cases of EHV-1 were confirmed across the nation. Kamm said the locations are in Dawson, Lancaster and Scotts Bluff counties. "The horse premises that are quarantined in Nebraska may have come into contact with infected horses during the National Cutting Horse Association's Western National Championships in Ogden, Utah," Hughes said in the press

release. "We are acting quickly to take appropriate measures to protect our horse industry. Our staff is working with the quarantined horse premise owners to monitor for signs associated with the disease." He said that as of this morning, no Nebraska horses have shown symptoms of EHV-1 from direct or secondary contacts with the virus.

Livestock News Heartland Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Production News Sidney New Chapter Begins in History of Sidney Long-term Tillage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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MARKET GLANCE Livestock and Products, Weekly Average

Crops, Daily Spot Prices Year Ago 4 Wks Ago 5/13/11

Nebraska Slaughter Steer 35-65% Choice, Live Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$100.00 Nebraska Feeder Steers, Med. & Large Frame, 550-600# . . . . . . . . . . . . .131.19 Med & Large Frame, 750-800 # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112.92 Choice Boxed Beef, 600-750# Carcass . . . . . . . . . .170.52 Western Corn Belt Base Hog Price . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83.19 Feeder Pigs, National Direct, 50#, FOB . . . . . . . . . . . .* Pork Carcass Cutout, 185#, 51-52% Lean . . . . . . . .90.90 Slaughter Lambs, Ch. & Pr.,Heavy, SD Dir. . . . . . . . .127.50 Nat. Carcass Lamb Cutout, FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .306.89

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151.50 152.78 136.30 133.10 188.89 176.54 91.57 91.88 * * 95.90 93.08 182.50 189.00 396.22 406.30

Wheat, No. 1, H.W. Imperial, bu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.64 Corn, No. 2, Yellow, Omaha, bu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.48 Soybeans, No. 1 Yellow Omaha, bu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.53 Grain Sorg. No. 2 Yellow, Dorchester, cwt . . . . . . . . .5.48 Oats, No. 2, Heavy Minneapolis, MN, bu. . . . . . . . . . .1.93

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7.50 6.76 13.45 10.66 3.44

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Hay (per ton) Alfalfa, Lrg. Sq. Bales Good to Prem., NE Neb. . . . . .135.00 Alfalfa, Lrg. Rounds, Good, Platte Valley, . . . . . . . . .92.50 Grass Hay, Lrg. Rounds, Premium, Neb., . . . . . . . . .67.50 Dried Distillers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112.50 Wet Distillers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36.00 * No market.

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Heartland Express - Weather

May 26, 2011

Weather Commentary Provided By Al Dutcher—UNL, State Climatologist

Al Dutcher Report Wet can best describe the past two weeks as several vigorous slow moving upper air low pressure systems slide across the central U.S. Minor to moderate flooding was reported within the western half of the Platte river basin and its tributaries, Allen Dutcher with isolated flooding reports within the Missouri, Blue, Loup basins. Two week precipitation totals were generally in the 3-6 inch range across the southern 2/3 of the state, with isolated locations approaching 8 inches. Thankfully, the brunt of tornado activity fell south of the state, as well as its associated destruction and record death toll. It does appear that precipitation events during the upcoming forecast period will be spaced further

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apart with lighter accumulations than observed during the past two weeks. Week One Forecast, 5/28 - 6/3: The major precipitation event this period should be centered on the first few days of the period. An upper air trough will eject of the central Rockies and move northeastward toward the western Great Lakes during the 5/28-5/31 period. Rain and thunderstorms are possible across extreme western Nebraska during the morning hours of 5/28, with redevelopment likely during the late afternoon and evening hours. As the trough moves out onto the central Plains, rain and thunderstorms are projected to develop across western Nebraska during the first half of 5/29 and shift eastward as the day progresses. Another round of rainfall is possible on 5/30, but the greatest accumulations are currently forecasted to fall across the Dakota’s. An upper air high will begin to build across the central U.S. on 5/31 and dominate the region for the remainder of the period. High temperatures will warm dramatically, with only a slight chance of

showers indicated during the late evening hours of 6/1 and early morning hours of 6/2 on the periphery of the high as it builds northward. High temperatures: 5/28 (mid 60's NW upper 70's S), 5/29-5/30 (mid 60's NW - upper 80's S), 5/31 (low 80's N - upper 80's S), 6/1-6/3 (upper 80's N - low 90's S). Week Two Forecast, 6/4 - 6/10: Weather models currently indicate that most of this period will continue to be influenced by an upper air high pressure ridge with above normal temperatures dominating the period. A weak upper air wave of low pressure will attempt to cross the Dakota’s during the 6/6-6/8 time frame bringing a chance for scattered rain and thunderstorms to the state. The greatest precipitation probabilities are currently forecasted to occur across the northern 1/3 of the state, although current projections would suggest accumulations will generally be less than an inch for the storm event. High temperatures: 6/4-6/7 (upper 80's NE - mid 90's SW), 6/8 (mid 80's N - low 90's S), 6/9-6/10 (upper 80's NW - mid 90'ss S).

Nebraska Weather and Crop Report Agricultural Summary: For the week ending May 22, 2011, significant rainfall and below average temperatures were again recorded across the state, according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Nebraska Field Office. Dry conditions during the first half of the week allowed corn planting to advance to near completion with soybean planting ahead of average. Crop and pasture conditions improved with the recent rains. However, heavy rains caused localized flooding and soil erosion in isolated areas. Dry bean planting was just underway and first cutting of alfalfa was limited. Weather Summary: Temperatures for the week ranged from 3 degrees below normal in the east to 8 degrees below normal in the Panhandle. Highs were mostly in the 70’s with a few locations reaching the 80’s. Lows recorded were mostly in the 30’s but dipped below freezing in parts of the west. Precipitation fell later in the week with districts averaging from 1 inch to over 2.5 inches. Field Crops Report: Corn planting advanced to 94 percent complete, near 95 last year and

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average. Corn emerged was 55 percent, near 56 last year but two days behind 61 average. Soybean planting was 68 percent complete, ahead of 60 last year and 64 average. Soybeans emerged was 20 percent ahead of last year’s 14 and 18 average. Wheat conditions rated 1 percent very poor, 12 poor, 32 fair, 48 good, and 7 excellent, below last year’s 75 percent good to excellent and 60 average. Wheat jointed was 78 percent, ahead of last year’s 75 but below 91 average. Wheat headed was 8 percent, ahead of last year’s 5, but six days behind 23 average. Sorghum planting was 32 percent, ahead of 20 last year and near 35 average. Sorghum emerged was 6 percent, ahead of 5 last year and equal to average. Oats condition rated 0 percent very poor, 2 poor, 12 fair, 80 good, and 6 excellent, below last year’s 91 percent good to excellent but ahead of 79 average. Oats emerged was at 84 percent, behind 97 last year and 98 average. Dry Beans planted was 1 percent, behind 5 last year and 10 average. Alfalfa rated 0 percent very poor, 3 poor, 23 fair, 65 good, and 9 excellent, below last year’s 88 percent good to excellent, but above 72 average. First cutting of alfalfa was 4 percent complete, behind last year’s 11 and 14 average. Wild hay conditions rated 0 percent very poor, 3 poor, 27 fair, 63 good, and 7 excellent, below 90 percent good to excellent last year. Livestock, Pasture and Range Report: Pasture and range conditions rated 0 percent very poor, 3 poor, 21 fair, 70 good, and 6 excellent, well below last year’s 87 good to excellent but above 67 average.

May 26, 2011

Heartland Express - Country Living

Versatility of Aluminum Foil Susan Hansen, Extension Educator Colfax County Most every kitchen contains a roll of aluminum foil. It is a staple in the kitchen just like flour and sugar. Aluminum foil can save time in the cleanup stage. Lining baking pans and grills can reduce the mess. Line baking pans with aluminum foil when baking cakes, brownies or bars. Line the bottom and sides with foil, add batter and bake. When cooled, lift the product and foil out of the pan. Peel the foil down, cut and enjoy. If the pan needs to be greased, remember to also grease the aluminum foil. Line roasting pans with foil. When cooking has finished, lift the aluminum foil and the mess out. Clean up of the actual pan is minimal. Line the inside of a charcoal barbecue grill. Punch holes at the grill vent openings to allow for air circulation. After barbecuing and the coals

have cooled completely, lift the foil to remove ashes. Foil can also be used on the grill as a saucepan for baked beans or to hold corn on the cob, onions or green peppers. Wrap cut fresh vegetables and 1 or 2 ice cubes in foil. Cook 20-25 minutes or until done. The foil holds in the heat and the ice cubes provide moisture to steam the vegetables. Use foil as a lid in short term storage or for baking in a lidless pan. Aluminum foil can also be used to make trays and gift boxes. For decorative trays, cut cardboard into desired shape and size; cover with foil. This works well for decorated cakes. For gift boxes, line the inside of a clean box with foil. Add holiday cookies and candy. Top with decorated box lid, more foil or plastic wrap. The final comment about aluminum foil recycle it! Rinse the food particles off of the foil and add to your recycling bins.

Homeowners should avoid applying herbicides if temperatures exceed 90°F. Read and follow all label directions for safe and effective applications. The optimum time to apply herbicides for perennial broadleaf weeds like dandelions is during fall when plants will translocate herbicide throughout the plant to increase long term control. The second most effective period to apply herbicides is just at or after a plant blooms. During spring, plants tend to be moving storage products from roots to crowns for leaf and flower growth. Thus, herbicides applied in spring tend to remain in leaves; not being translocated throughout the plant. Applying herbicides just after weeds bloom, when the plant has lower food reserves, may increase long term control. Spring applications will burn foliage and weaken plants; but fall remains the optimum control period. Use spot treatments when treating broadleaf weeds. This is a “greener” option to using blanket applications, such as weed and feed products. Grass control in flower beds – Perennial weedy grasses, such as brome grass, are difficult to

control in flower beds. Other than hand-pulling and mulching, the herbicides sold as Grass-BeGone or Over the Top can be applied post-emergence to weedy grasses and provide decent control. These products contain a surfactant and it is not necessary to use an additional surfactant, such as commercial or dish soap, with these products as burning of desirable plants may occur. Be careful in mixed beds with ornamental grasses, because contact of these products to desirable ornamental grasses will cause injury or death. Safe herbicide use – Read the Label before applying herbicides to reduce the risk of injury to non-target plants and the potential for lawsuits. There are a number of herbicides that cannot be applied at certain temperatures, near water, over the roots of trees and so on. Keep in mind tree roots can extend away from a tree up to two to three times the trees height. A 30’ tree could potentially have roots growing 60’ away from the tree and possibly beneath a gravel lot that may be sprayed with herbicide that will injure the tree. Read pesticide labels before, not after, applying herbicides.

Grasscycling – A Good Environmental Practice Noel Mues, Extension Educator University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Furnas County Here is some food for thought concerning the wisdom of cycling grass clippings – a simple, effective way to conserve more than 10% of the total municipal landfill space and at the same time improve your lawn and environmental quality. Some people refer to this practice as grasscycling. When grass clippings are allowed to decay naturally on the lawn, valuable nutrients are released which improve the soil. Those who grasscycle, enjoy greener, healthier lawns. First we need to dispel an old myth. Clippings do not cause thatch. Thirty years ago, grass clippings were commonly thought to be a major contributor to thatch build-up on a lawn, and that removing clippings would dramatically slow thatch development. Subsequent detailed research has shown that leaving clippings contributed only 0.03 inch to the thatch layer each year. Grass clippings won’t damage lawns. When mowed regularly and at the proper height, turf grasses are improved with grasscycling. Grass clippings don’t spread lawn disease. Watering, fertilization and sharpness of the mower blade have a much greater impact on disease occurrence than grasscycling. All homeowners can grasscycle. No special equipment is necessary, although many manufacturers have attachments that improve the mower’s grasscycling performance. Here are some tips for successful grasscycling; • Mow high and sharp. Cutting grass short to save time may actually hurt the lawn as temper-

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atures begin to warm up. From April to early June, shorter grass allows more sun to warm the soil and promotes early greenness. On the down side shorter grass and warmer soil also promotes growth of early weeds such as crabgrass. Raise the mowing height of tall fescue to 3 to 3.5 inches and Kentucky bluegrass to 2.5 to 3 inches by mid-June. A good rule of thumb for any turfgrass is to never remove more than 1/3 of the lawn height at any mowing. Taller grass increases root depth, shades soil form extreme temperatures and allows the plant to cool itself easier. Longer roots allow the plant to reach deeper water reserves. A thicker stand of grass has more surface area and provides more shade which helps cool the lawn. • Watering the lawn is extremely important. Clay soils will hold enough water to supply a healthy lawn for five to seven days. Irrigate in the early morning hours to be finished by sun-up or before going to work. Watering early in the morning helps prevent disease and also reduces the amount of water lost to wind. Be sure to get water down to the 4-6 inch depth. • Fertilize properly. Avoid over-stimulating the lawn with excessive fertilizer in the spring. This will tend to promote excessive top growth and cause weakening of the turfgrass. Avoid fertilizing in July and August. The most beneficial lawn fertilizer application is the one that is applied during the fall right after the final mowing for the season. For more information on care of specific turf types, consult your local University of Nebraska Extension Office.

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Heartland Express - The Lighter Side

May 26, 2011

• IT’S THE PITTS by Lee Pitts • OUCH! by Lee Pitts

A group of well-meaning but overly-sensitive people are trying to rid the world of pain and suffering, starting with hot iron branding. Believe me, there’s no one in the world who wants to get rid of pain more than me, but as I look around there appear to be many people suffering much more pain on a regular basis than the calves we brand. Take professional football players for example. You’ve seen players prostrate on the ground from being hit in parts unmentionable, but is anyone, besides some neglected housewives, trying to rid the world of Monday Night Football? People get hurt skiing but I notice quite a few animal rights protesters on skis in Vail and Aspen. I once saw a businessman playing racquetball on his lunch hour get hit in the glasses with the ball and he had to take the rest of the day off he was in so much pain. The fact is, sports cause all sorts of painful injuries but I don’t hear anyone saying we should do away with professional hockey or women’s basketball. And think of the poor Chicago Cubs fans. Haven’t they suffered enough pain already? I used to be a runner in high school and college and I can tell you that the pain I got in my side was almost unbearable, and leg cramps kept me up many nights, but I don’t hear anyone calling for a ban on jogging.

Anyone who has ever lifted weights or done twenty pull-ups or 100 sit-ups know there is a lot of pain involved. Does this therefore mean we should do away with all exercise? I’m sure being hit by another car doesn’t feel good but I notice we aren’t all walking. And from experience I can tell you that eating too many chimichangas or cherries in one sitting can cause extreme pain. Certainly after eating an entire bowl of cherries I was in no condition to get up and run to my momma like the calves I’ve seen do a thousand times after they were branded. I was too busy writhing on the ground. If we are serious about ridding the world of pain the place I’d start is the dentist’s office. On the morning of an important bull sale I woke up with a throbbing toothache and got in to see the dentist immediately. He had to pull a wisdom tooth and explained he could either give me a mild sedative and I’d experience “minor” pain, but I could work the bull sale that day, or he could put me all the way out but I’d be done for the day. I chose the mild sedative but the tooth proved to be a bit tougher to get out than the dentist originally thought. I can remember thinking that perhaps I should have chosen to be put all the way out as I saw the silhouette of what appeared to be two pound sledge hammer in

the light above my eyes. When he hit that cold chisel to split my tooth my wife said you could hear my scream outside in the car where she was waiting for me. I think anyone who has ever had a root canal would agree that in order to rid the world of pain we should get rid of dentists first. Maybe we should just get rid of all doctors. I’ve had my share of operations and procedures but the two most memorable were an ERCP where they shoved a camera up my nose, wound it over the bridge before turning it downward to go exploring in my pancreas. I’d rather pound a nail through the palm of my hand than do that again. And has anyone ever had a sigmoidoscopy? They pump air up your rear-end so they can see things better. I had one done 10 years ago and I’m still crosseyed from pain. I’ve never given birth but from what I’ve seen on TV and heard from some very tough women, I think I’d much rather be branded like a calf. Are we therefore to do away with childbirth because it causes pain? Granted, if we did so, in one generation there’d be no more human pain and suffering in the world. Of course, even without us branding them, the animals would still feel pain occasionally, but at least the animal rightists wouldn’t be a pain in the sigmoidoscopy region to the rest of us any more.

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Summer Grilling Recipes Grilled Chicken Breasts

Grilled Cauliflower 1 head cauliflower 1/4-1/2 cup butter (softened) 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese Remove stem & leaves from cauliflower. Wash & pat dry. Spread the butter over the cauliflower. Sprinkle with seasoned salt & cheese. Wrap head of cauliflower in heavy duty aluminum foil. Grill over medium heat about 40 minutes or until desired tenderness (test with toothpick).

1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon marjoram 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 cup finely chopped shallot 1/4 cup snipped parsley 1 1/2-2 lbs chicken breasts, cut in chunks Mix all ingredients together (except meat) and whisk thoroughly. Put cleaned and dried meat in a large 8 x 11inch glass baking pan and pour marinade over all, being sure to coat well. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate in refrigerator for 24 to 48 hours. Drain meat and grill, basting with marinade until meat is cooked through.

Grilled Strip Steaks & Horseradish Guacamole Whiskey Grilled Baby Back Ribs 2 (2 lb) baby back rib racks fresh coarse ground black pepper 1 tablespoon ground red chili pepper 2 1/4 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup minced onion 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup tomato paste 1/2 cup white vinegar 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 1/2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper 1 1/4 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring 2 teaspoons whiskey 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1 tablespoon dark molasses 1/2 tablespoon ground red chili pepper Preheat oven to 300째F. Cut each full rack of ribs in half, so that you have 4 half racks. Sprinkle salt and pepper, and 1 tablespoon chili pepper over meat. Wrap each half rack in aluminum foil. Bake for 2 1/2 hours. Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir the onions in oil for 5 minutes. Stir in water, tomato paste, vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with 2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, liquid smoke, whiskey, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, dark molasses, and 1/2 tablespoon ground chili pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer for 1 1/4 hours, uncovered, or until sauce thickens. Remove from heat, and set sauce aside. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. Remove the ribs from the oven, and let stand 10 minutes. Remove the racks from the foil, and place on the grill. Grill the ribs for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Brush sauce on the ribs while they're grilling, and just before you serve them.

6 (8 ounce) New York strip steaks 1 1/2 cups steak sauce 1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper 4 small avocados, peeled and seeded 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/2 cup sour cream or 1/2 cup light sour cream 3 tablespoons prepared horseradish 1 garlic clove, pressed 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Place steak in a large heavy duty zip top plastic bag; add steak sauce and pepper. Seal bag; chill 30 minutes turning once. Remove steak from marinade, discarding marinade. Mash avocado in a small bowl. Stir in lemon juice and remaining ingredients; cover and chill Grill steaks, covered with grill lid, over mediumhigh heat for 7 minutes on each side, or to desired degree of doneness.

Grilled Hamburgers 1/2 cup sour cream 3 green onions, chopped, with tops 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper 1 lb lean ground beef 4 hamburger buns Mix sour cream, chopped green onions, bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce and lemon pepper seasoning. Mix this in with the ground meat until combined well. Shape into 4 patties. Place on waxed paper lined cookie sheet. Cover with foil or plastic wrap. Place in refrigerator until well chilled, otherwise they fall apart. Grill on Medium High heat for 4 to 6 minutes on each side. Serve on Hamburger bun and your choice of toppings!

Honey Grilled Salmon Honey Pepper Sauce 3/4 cup honey 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed 1/4 cup pineapple juice 1 lemon, juice of (about 2 tablespoons) 2 tablespoons white distilled vinegar 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 4 (8 ounce) salmon fillets (without skin) Sauce: Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium/low heat. Stir occasionally until sauce begins to boil, then simmer uncovered for 15 minutes or until syrupy. Rub each salmon filet with vegetable oil, then add a light sprinkling of salt and pepper. Grill the salmon on medium heat for 4 to 7 minutes per side or until done. Serve with honey pepper sauce.

Grilled Shrimp For the rub 1 tablespoon paprika 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon garlic salt 1/2 tablespoon black pepper 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 2 tablespoons brown sugar For the shrimp 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined In a 1 gal. plastic food bag place shrimp and olive oil, toss to coat, sprinkle enough rub to lightly coat the shrimp. Refrigerate for 1-4 hrs, the longer you wait the hotter they'll be. Place shrimp on skewers. Immediately place shrimp on greased grill for 23 minutes, turn and cook an additional 2-3 minutes. Remove from skewers and serve hot. This rub works on chicken wings too!

Grilled Peaches 6 firm but ripe large peaches, peeled,halved,pitted 1/2 cup sugar or brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 pinch fresh grated nutmeg 1 cup chilled whipping cream 3/4 cup caramel sauce, warmed Arrange peach halves, cut side up, on baking sheet; sprinkle peaches with sugar,cinnamon and nutmeg. Let stand until sugar begins to soften, about 10 minutes. Place peaches on grill, sugared side down. Grill on medium heat until tender and slightly charred, about 4 minutes per side. Beat whipping cream until peaks form; fold in 1/4 cup warm caramel sauce just until streaks appear. Spoon caramel whipped cream alongside peaches. Serve, with remaining caramel sauce.

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New Urban Agriculture Website Offers Variety of Information Ask five different people to define "urban agriculture," and you'll likely get five different answers. It's community gardening, economic development and an interest in locally grown foods. It's education, green-thumb therapy and family togetherness. And more. However one defines it, urban agriculture has emerged as a movement in American cities. It has a special place in a state such as Nebraska, where agriculture is still the number one industry even though increasing numbers of state citizens have no direct tie to it, say University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension experts. UNL Extension has created a new website that pulls together a variety of resources, http://food.unl.edu/urbanag. The website defines urban agriculture as "the practice of producing food within or surrounding an urban area, including farms (large and small), community gardens and backyard gardens." "There is a growing interest in food production by home gardeners or by small veggie producers in and around urban areas that provide food through farmer's markets," said Sarah Browning, extension educator based in Lincoln. In addition, consumers are increasingly interested in where their food comes from and how it is grown, said Alice Henneman, extension educator based in Lincoln. The new website addresses audiences from small to large commercial growers to those just plain interested in food. "The site provides education and researchbased information whether you are starting a home business or need to know the ins and outs of production," Browning said. It also offers cost-effective solutions when producing food and vegetables from getting started to dealing with insects or diseases. "This offers a portal to get that information and gets people to use their local extension office and community resources," Henneman

said. "It really gets people more involved in eating locally grown foods which not only is good for the consumer but for the grower and producer as well. When you grow and sell locally, you keep more money in the local community." In both the Lincoln and Omaha areas, urban agriculture is growing, said Gary Bergman,

unit leader for UNL Extension in Lancaster County. He said extension is playing its traditional role in partnering with others and helping to gather key resources. People who live in urban areas are finding they can grow food for themselves, perhaps saving money as well as knowing the exact origin of what they eat. And some are finding additional income through local farmers markets. In Lincoln, several restaurants have identified locally grown foods as a marketing niche that brings customers in the door, Bergman noted. At a time when many worry that children spend too much time indoors and childhood obesity is growing, urban agriculture gives

families an opportunity to bond in a healthy, outdoor activity, he added. Community-supported agriculture – CSAs – is another piece of urban agriculture that's come to Nebraska. CSAs are a community of individuals that pledge support to a farming operation where growers and consumers share the risks and benefits of food production. Typically, they include a system of weekly deliver or pick-up of vegetables and fruit. Bergman noted that Lancaster County has the most farms of any county in Nebraska, but most of them are relatively small "Drive around the Lincoln area. Cheese is made. Vegetables, ornamental woody florals, wine, too," Bergman said. "There are little hoop houses where people are growing, and cattle producers that grow a premium product." "The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources wants to be a partner in the economic viability of Nebraska. This is one way to do that," Bergman said. Vernon Waldren, Extension educator in Douglas/Sarpy counties, noted that the urban agriculture movement in the Omaha area is especially focused on consumers, including food banks. State Sen. Brenda Council is interested in its potential for economic development in her North Omaha district. Council and others are looking to the example set in Milwaukee, Wis., where the Growing Power initiative is under way. UNL Extension is participating in a USDAdriven emphasis on urban agriculture. A series of listening sessions last year gave area residents a chance to discuss the potential. "We're not trying to create something new. We're trying to compile or put all the resources together into an easy to access way," Waldren said. The new website is one part of that, he added.

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UNL Research Part of National Effort to Solve Global Bee Crisis Marion Ellis - Ph.D., Entomology Associate Professor Sandi Alswager Karstens, IANR News Service University of Nebraska-Lincoln entomologists continue to help shed light on the global bee crisis. In the third year of a four-year, $4 million USDA multi-state grant given to 16 U.S. universities, Marion Ellis and Blair Siegfried, entomologists in the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at UNL, and other scientists across the country are studying factors affecting honey bee health that have led to significant losses in the critical insect population. Ellis said many hoped the group would find a single cause of the losses, but instead, it is more of a cumulative effect of many things. UNL research specifically is looking at pesticides and effects of certain varroacide and fungicide combinations on honey bee health, Ellis said. Varroacides are used to kill mites preventing them from destroying bee colonies. Varroa mites first appeared in the U.S. in 1987. Fungicides are used to prevent fungus on orchard crops. Bees are required to pollinate hundreds of flowering fruit, vegetable, seed and nut crops. Without bees, these crops are unable to produce. So far, research at UNL has indicated some varroacides are significantly more toxic to honey bees when applied together. Similarly, varroacides, also can become more toxic to bees when they are exposed to some fungicides used on orchard crops. "This suggests that beekeepers should avoid applying these varroacides when honey bees are placed in orchards or other crop settings where exposure to sterol biosynthesis inhibiting fungicides is likely," he said. Normally varroacides and fungicides are welltolerated by honey bees, but pre-exposure to a sterol biosynthesis inhibiting fungicide like prochloraz increased the honey bee toxicity of fluvalinate, a varroacide used by beekeepers, by a

ratio of nearly 2,000 times in the most extreme case. Coumaphos and fenproximate – two other miticides used by beekeepers – exhibited a lower, but significant, increase in toxicity to honey bees preexposed to prochloraz.

This summer, colony level experiments will be conducted to assess the effects of exposure to simultaneously applied field-relevant doses of miticides and fungicides on brood survival, weight gain and queen performance. Ellis said honey bee problems started in 1984 with the appearance of the tracheal mite, an organism that lives in the respiratory system of the honey bees. This was followed by the arrival of the varroa mite, followed by Africanized bees in 1990. In 1998, the small hive beetle was discovered, followed by the Nosema ceranae parasite and the Israeli acute paralysis virus in 2007.

While these things are taking a toll on bees and beekeepers, Ellis said his extension beekeeping programs had record participation this year. "It seems people are concerned and see keeping bees as a way to help the problem," he said. A rapid increase in the acreage of insect-pollinated crops, especially almonds in California, compounds the problem, Ellis said. The U.S. is the leading producer and exporter of almonds and supplies the vast majority of the world's almonds. Half of the country's bees are used to pollinate almonds, which need two colonies of bees for each acre. Most of the honey bee colonies that produce honey in Nebraska and other north central states travel to California each winter to meet the demand for pollination. Nebraskans can take steps to help the bees. When possible, instead of having all grass pastures, lawns, parks and golf courses, incorporate blooming plants. Bees need resources throughout the season and diverse resources are better than monocultures. Some forbs that are highly attractive to bees include clovers, vetches, alfalfa, sunflowers, various mints and most native prairie wildflower mixes. Beneficial trees and shrubs include pussy willow, linden, black locust, butterfly bush and Russian sage. The single most important thing people can do is have a diverse set of resources that bloom throughout the growing season, Ellis said. "You can have 100 acres of a blooming crop, but once the blooms are gone, bees have to look for something else," he said. "In a natural setting, there is succession of blooming things to benefit pollinating insects." Finally, it's important that people use insecticides carefully – read and follow all label directions and don't spray during blooming periods. It is illegal to spray most insecticides when plants are in bloom.

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EQUINE VIRUS A CONCERN, BUT NOT UNCOMMON Continued from page 1 The quarantines will last three weeks and horses that came home directly from Utah are 12 days into that period. However, Hughes said, some Midwest horses in Utah got a later quarantine start because they were on the road for eight days, traveling from Ogden to a Kearney event, and then back home to Iowa, Wisconsin and Minnesota. One concern is that some horses in Ogden weren't registered for competition. Hughes said they're difficult to identify unless the owners come forward. He told the Hub this morning that there are several variations of the equine virus. One causes respiratory problems, another is associated with aborted pregnancies and the EVH-1 has neurological symptoms. Symptoms horse owners should watch for include fever, a decrease in coordination, nasal discharge, urine dribbling, loss of tail tone, hind limb weakness, leaning against a wall or fence to maintain balance, lethargy, and the inability to rise. Hughes said the virus in horses may act in a way similar to the human herpes virus that causes chicken pox in children, lays dormant and then is associated with an outbreak of shingles later in life. The sick horses in the current EVH1 outbreak tend to be older, so they may have been exposed to the virus when they are younger and just seeing the major symptoms now. Elm Creek veterinarian Dr. Barry Littell said the virus has been around a long time and many horses carry it in their system. "It (EHV-1) lives in the cellular matrix of a horse. In certain times of stress, a horse can shed the disease," he explained, which is when it becomes contagious. "It's a highly contagious disease if you have a (virus) shedder."

"It's not just in Utah," Littell said. "The horse that brought it in came from Canada." He said there is a history of spotty outbreaks of the virus at equine events. "I don't say you don't have to take precautions," Littell said, but the spread of disease is possible anytime horses are brought together under stressful conditions. Vaccinations can be given that won't prevent the virus, but can reduce shedding and the severity of symptoms, he said. Hughes said vaccines for one form of the virus tend not to work as well for the other versions. Horse owners play a big role in prevention by always following basic precautions, such as not having horses share water buckets or feed pans. "It's a virus. Just like the flu virus, it goes around," Littell said. He added that EHV-1 won't affect humans, but humans around a virus-shedding horse can carry it to another horse. One positive, he said, is that the virus doesn't live long in the environment. Hughes has had 30 to 40 telephone calls a day this week from horse owners and event organizers, reflecting the "major fear factor now. He tells callers that exposure risk is low at local shows attended by local horses that haven't traveled far from home. If there will be horses that have been to out-of-state shows, especially the Utah show, owners and event organizers may want to reconsider. Hughes hopes the risk will play itself out in a few weeks as a result of stopping the movement of exposed horses. "We're not trying to stop the exhibition industry at all," he said, but his job is to protect the equine industry. Meanwhile, Littell's family will continue to attend horse events. "We're headed to high school rodeos (in northeast Nebraska) this weekend," he said this morning. "We're packing right now."

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Weekly Ag Market Breakdown

Country Grain Prices as of 5/24/11 Location

Corn

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

New Corn

$7.09 $6.97 $7.10 $7.04 $7.08 $7.04 $7.15 $7.11 $6.79 $7.09 $7.02 $7.11 $7.03 $7.09 $7.02 $7.28 $7.08 $7.16 $7.03 $7.03 $7.02 $7.02 $7.14 $7.11 $7.10 $6.83 $7.12 $7.16

$6.00 $5.99 $5.97 $6.04 $6.08 $6.02 $6.18 $6.09 $5.78 $6.00 $6.02 $6.09 $6.02 $6.06 $6.02 $6.14 $6.09 $6.12 $6.12 $6.02 $6.02 $6.05 $6.15 $6.13 $6.12 $5.92 $6.08 $6.11

$6.98 $7.28 $7.13 $6.91 $7.00 $7.01

$5.98 $6.09 $6.14 $5.94 $5.96 $5.81

671 Northern Above Oil Flowers Above Spring Wheat 30.

Beans

New Beans

$13.32 $13.14 $13.42 $12.90 $13.22 $13.20 $13.75 $13.33

$12.69 $12.61 $12.59 $12.37 $12.64 $13.14 $12.79 $12.64

$13.29 $12.90 $13.40

$12.66 $12.37 $12.69

$13.26 $12.90 $13.36

$12.56 $12.37 $12.74

$13.17 $13.72 $13.15 $12.95 $13.05 $13.72 $13.17 $13.27

$12.69 $12.79 $12.52 $12.42 $12.44 $12.86 $12.67 $12.64

$13.39 $13.34

$12.70 $12.64

$12.90 $13.17 $13.30 $13.01

$12.50 $12.74 $12.57 $12.63 $12.44

Wheat

New Wheat

$8.08

$8.17

$7.98

$7.97

$8.31 $8.92 $8.31 $8.01 $7.98 $8.49 $8.27 $8.32 $7.98

$8.22 $8.12 $8.02 $8.07

$7.97 $8.54 $8.17 $8.32 $7.97 $7.62 $7.97 $8.17 $8.22 $8.12 $8.02 $8.21

$8.22 $7.72

$8.32

$8.00

$7.97

$8.37 $8.13

$8.54 $8.07

$7.98

$35.00 $30.85 $10.04

Pinto $30.00 Oil Flowers (new) Spring Wheat(new) $4

July 10 700 796

Dec. 10 642 694

July 2011 Corn (CBOT) - Daily Chart Open . . .7.400 High . . .7.466 Low . . . .7.362 Close . . .7.422 Change +0.090

$6.03

$8.36

$6.42

$6.51

$8.36 $7.91

$6.42

$5.67

$6.62

$6.71

$6.56

$5.70

$6.54 $6.37 $6.35

$5.77 $5.55 $5.54

$6.73 $6.47

to provide customers and readers quality domestic and global market analysis, news and advice. FuturesOne has Nebraska offices located in Lincoln, Columbus and Callawayâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Des Moines and at the Chicago Board of Trade. You may contact David via email at fiala@ futuresone.com, by phone at 1-800-488-5121 or check FuturesOne out on the web at www.futuresone.com. Everyone should always understand the risk of loss and margin needed when trading futures or futures options. The information contained herein is gathered from sources we believe to be reliable but cannot be guaranteed. Opinions expressed are subject to change without notice. There is significant risk in trading futures.

Crop Basis Charts from Reporting Locations as of 5/24/11 Corn Basis

Soybean Basis

Wheat Basis

Sorghum Basis

$5.88 $5.82

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Soybeans

Wheat

Corn trade has been mixed this week due to unwinding of the bull spreads and weather supporting new crop. The weekly net change is 17 lower on the July contract and December is up 4. China released year to date import stats on Tuesday. Corn imports were reported at only 12 million tons which was down 34% versus last year. This has raised concerns over demand rationing at these high prices. Domestically ethanol slow downs or planned shut downs have or are expected if corn moves higher to take the ethanol margin negative, plus exports remain a little slower than originally expected. China's National Grain and Oils center also reported early this week that corn production there is expected to rise to 181.5 million tons this year which is up 2.5% versus last year. Domestically, the moisture this week has supported new crop so production concerns should continue to limit downside. Reuters compiled some average planted acre estimates on Wednesday following the recent adverse weather. They reported that the average acre expectation is 90.34 million acres of corn which is down from the 91.8 trade guess in March and the 92.2 million acre USDA number on March 31st planting intention report. They also estimated beginning yield at 158.7. The weekly progress report listed corn plantings at 79% which was mostly inline with expectations. The 5-year average is 87% and last year we were 92% planted. Emergence was listed at 45% versus the 59% 5-year average. The weekly export sales were reported at 726,700 tons of old crop and 52,900 tons of new crop. Combined, they were within expectations but this is not a number that supports new highs. Hedgers call with questions or to discuss your individual hedging plan. We should not forget big markets like this will always contain bullish news, but higher prices usually will always ration demand more than originally expected. The December 2010 corn contract traded down around $3.60 the week after Memorial Day last year and down to the $3.43 low at the end of June. December 2011 is trading around $6.75 at this time, over $3.25 cents higher. This $3.25 should be profit zone for producers which would be around or over $500 profit per acre at the national average yield. It is important not to lose sight of this, at least look to options to protect your expected production.

Support: Resistance

New Milo

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Corn

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Wheat was higher this week due to short covering, chart buying, and spillover support from corn. Global weather has been the feature this week. Dry weather concerns remain problematic in EU and parts of Russia. Analysts estimated on Tuesday that 2.5 million tons of barely have been lost due to drought conditions in France and Germany. Aussie crop analysts, however, announced over the weekend that recent rains in Western Australia have improved the prospects for the wheat crop there. Initial crop estimates are varied in a range of 22 to 25 million tons. Domestically, lost spring wheat acreage should work to limit downside and keep Minneapolis firm in the spreads for the foreseeable future. Reuters estimated average spring wheat planted acreage at 13.75 million acres which is down from the USDA planting intentions estimate of 14.42 million. They also reported the average yield estimate at 40.92 bushels per acre. The progress report listed 62% of the winter wheat heading versus the 65% 5-year average. The winter wheat conditions slipped again with 1% moving from fair to very poor, so the poor to very poor is now at 45% and good to excellent remains at only 32%. Spring wheat plantings were only 54% versus the 89% 5-year average. Spring wheat emergence was only 24% versus the 64% 5-year average. The weekly export sales were within expectations which, in our view will limit upside the rest of the week keeping in mind the rally seen on Wednesday. There were net cancellations of 28,300 tons were reported for old crop; 460,600 tons were reported for new crop. Hedgers call with questions.

Support: Resistance

Chicago 746 860

K City 887 979

Minneapolis 955 1066

July 2011 Wheat (CBOT) - Daily Chart Open . . . .7.874 High . . . .7.990 Low . . . .7.862 Close . . .7.964 Change .+0.166

Soybean trade has been mixed in active trade this week. The weekly net change is 3 lower on July beans. Meal is $2.30 lower and oil is up 50 points. The trade remains concerned about the number of acres that will go unplanted. Beans should see some additional acres at the expense of corn due to late planting; adverse weather for spring wheat will also likely add acres to beans. High prevent plant payments, however, may provide producers with some incentive to leave acres dormant instead of switching them to beans. Reuters compiled average planted bean estimates at 76.76 million acres on Wednesday which was down from 76.87 in March but slightly higher versus the USDA planting intention number of 76.6 million. They reported the average yield estimate at 43.1 bushels per acre. Chinese custom data showed this weekend that April Soybean imports were 3.88 million tons, which was down 7.5% from year ago levels. The January through April timeframe saw a total of 14.8 million tons which was down 2.6%. Most of these beans were of South American origin, but the declining usage does indicate demand rationing items that will remerge with higher prices. On the weekly report, soybean planting was listed at 41% complete, 10% behind the 5-year average. The weekly export sales were disappointing with 163,200 tons of old crop sold and net cancelations of 6,100 tons were reported for new crop. Meal sales came in at 137,500 tons of old crop and 5,300 tons of new crop; oil sales were reported at only 500 tons. The census crush was reported on Thursday morning at 127.98 million bushels which was down from expectations of 129 million. Soy oil stocks came in at 3.318 billion pounds versus expectations of 3.3 billion. Hedgers call with questions and similar to corn this may be a time to get at least option protection under all expected production. We have and will have or growing season concerns this year but we are also seeing demand numbers backing off, including the lower than expected crush and export data today. We can take a lesson from the cattle market! There is nothing wrong with $99-$112 CWT cash cattle market just as there is nothing wrong with a $11-$13 soybean market or $5 to $7 corn market. The question remains whether or not we can sustain the prices we moved into this year which ration demand and encourage production? Momentum seems up for at least the very near picture giving us opportunities to implement risk management here.

Support: Resistance

July 1348 1410

July Meal 351 370

July Oil 5639 5897

July 2011 Soybeans (CBOT) - Daily Chart Open . . .13.764 High . . .13.870 Low . . .13.740 Close . .13.770 Change .-0.046

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Nebraska Weekly Weighted Average Feeder Cattle Report Week Ending: 5/21/2011

Weekly Ag Market Breakdown ranching experience to provide customers and readers quality domestic and global FuturesOne President market analysis, news and advice. and Chief FuturesOne has Nebraska offices located Analyst/Advisor in Lincoln, Columbus and Callaway—Des David M. Fiala’s Moines and at the Chicago Board of company, FuturesOne, is a Trade. You may contact David via email full service risk manage- at fiala@ futuresone.com, by phone at 1ment and futures 800-488-5121 or check FuturesOne out on brokerage firm. A primary focus of the web at www.futuresone.com. FuturesOne is to provide useful agricul- Everyone should always understand the tural marketing advice via daily, weekly, risk of loss and margin needed when and monthly analysis of the domestic and trading futures or futures options. global markets. FuturesOne designs and services individualized risk management solutions and will also actively manage The information contained herein is pricing decisions for ag producers. gathered from sources we believe to be FuturesOne also provides advice and reliable but cannot be guaranteed. management services for speculative Opinions expressed are subject to change accounts. David and his staff at without notice. There is significant risk in FuturesOne draw on decades of trading futures. marketing, brokerage, farming and

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NEBRASKA HAY SUMMARY Week Ending 5/20/2011 Eastern Nebraska: Compared to last week, alfalfa fully steady to 5.00 higher, grass hay steady, Dehy steady, ground and delivered to feedlots mostly 10.00 higher. Hay haulers continue to run at a steady pace this week on all classes of hay. Old crop hay supplies are tight in many areas of the state which is adding the upward movement in price. Record low temperatures in many parts of the state early in the week, some reports down to 26 degrees (Fahrenheit). Also, many areas have received rain this week. Most producers think it could be at least two more weeks before this year’s alfalfa will be ready to harvest. All prices dollars per ton FOB stack in medium to large square bales and rounds, unless otherwise noted. Prices from the most recent reported sales. Nebraska Department of Agriculture has a hay and forage directory available at www.agr.state.ne.us/hayhot/ hayhotline.htm. Northeast Nebraska: Alfalfa: Good large square bales 135.00-145.00, fair large square bales 120.00125.00. Good small square bales 145.00. Good large rounds 90.00-100.00; Fair 60.00-70.00. Grass Hay: Good large rounds 70.00-75.00, fair to good large rounds 65.00. Small square grass: 105.00-120.00, few 60 lbs small squares at 4.50 per bale. Dehydrated alfalfa pellets, 17 percent protein: 190.00-200.00. Platte Valley of Nebraska: Good large square bales 160.00. Fair large square bales 120.00, Utility large square bales 100.00. Good small square bales 140.00-150.00. Good round bales 80.00-95.00; Fair

round bales 50.00-70.00. Alfalfa ground and delivered to feedlots 130.00. Dehydrated alfalfa pellets, 17 percent protein: 180.00-195.00. Western Nebraska: Trade and movement continue slow. Demand good. Hay prices are steady to firm. Supplies are very short in all areas. Interest has been noted from several out-of-state hay buyers. Interest noted for new contract hay but very little activity reported so far. Good rains this week in most areas. Warm weather is now needed to get hay growing as the first cutting is still a few weeks away. All prices dollars per ton FOB stack in medium to large square bales and rounds, unless otherwise noted. Horse hay in small squares. Prices are from the most recent reported sales.

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• St. Joseph Sheep - Week Ending Monday, May 16, 2011 • Prior Week Slaughtered Lamb Head Count -- Formula : Domestic - 9,880; Imported - 0 Slaughtered Owned Sheep: Domestic: 6,636 Head; Carcass Wt: 33-106 Lbs.; Wtd Avg Wt: 90.7; Wtd avg. Dressing: 50.1; choice or better; 96.8% YG 66.2% Domestic Formula Purchases: . . . .Head . . .Weight (lbs) . . .Avg Weight . . . . . .Price Range . . . . . . . . .Wtd Avg 21 . . . .under 55 lbs . . . . . .49.4 . . . . . . .349.22 - 405.07 . . . . . . . .377.04 566 . . . . .55-65 lbs . . . . . . .59.4 . . . . . . .356.00 - 379.05 . . . . . . . .368.29 2,224 . . . .65-75 lbs . . . . . . .71.1 . . . . . . . .327.00 - 369.80 . . . . . . . .355.21 2,434 . . . .75-85 lbs . . . . . . .81.0 . . . . . . . .327.79 - 377.67 . . . . . . . . .357.94 3,336 . . .over 85 lbs . . . . . .92.1 . . . . . . . .339.65 - 376.02 . . . . . . . .357.32

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Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price 29 . . . . . . .326-347 . . . . .331 . . .171.00-190.00 . . . . . .182.08 37 . . . . . . .400-434 . . . . .423 . . .170.50-172.50 . . . . . .171.11 84 . . . . . . .450-493 . . . . .465 . . .150.50-171.50 . . . . . .162.77 115 . . . . . .514-541 . . . . .528 . . .139.50-169.50 . . . . . .161.47 56 . . . . . . . .524 . . . . . . .524 . . . . . .174.00 . . . . . . . . .174.00 174 . . . . . .550-596 . . . . .579 . . .137.50-161.00 . . . . . .147.66 195 . . . . . .616-641 . . . . .635 . . .130.50-149.25 . . . . . .139.07 4 . . . . . . . . .604 . . . . . . .604 . . . . . .158.00 . . . . . . . . .158.00 93 . . . . . . .671-684 . . . . .680 . . .139.00-140.75 . . . . . .139.35 93 . . . . . . .708-736 . . . . .721 . . .131.00-135.00 . . . . . .133.16 107 . . . . . .750-798 . . . . .786 . . .120.25-133.75 . . . . . .130.33 235 . . . . . .800-845 . . . . .840 . . .119.50-126.75 . . . . . .126.16 139 . . . . . .851-882 . . . . .872 . . .118.25-124.00 . . . . . .122.21 253 . . . . . .900-946 . . . . .928 . . .120.85-122.25 . . . . . .121.24 49 . . . . . . . .962 . . . . . . .962 . . . . . .119.10 . . . . . . . . .119.10

Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price 45 . . . . . . .319-330 . . . . . .323 . . . .157.00-171.00 . . . . .165.91 7 . . . . . . . .378-392 . . . . . .382 . . . .139.50-140.00 . . . . .139.85 58 . . . . . . .415-446 . . . . . .436 . . . .138.25-162.50 . . . . .145.34 65 . . . . . . .456-493 . . . . . .481 . . . .130.00-152.50 . . . . .146.74 22 . . . . . . . .485 . . . . . . . .485 . . . . . . .159.00 . . . . . . . .159.00 141 . . . . . .502-549 . . . . . .519 . . . .132.00-150.00 . . . . .143.04 493 . . . . . .552-598 . . . . . .578 . . . .129.00-148.50 . . . . .139.66 284 . . . . . .613-649 . . . . . .635 . . . .121.00-138.00 . . . . .132.44 30 . . . . . . . .648 . . . . . . . .648 . . . . . . .151.00 . . . . . . . .151.00 278 . . . . . .650-696 . . . . . .668 . . . .120.50-138.00 . . . . .129.80 182 . . . . . .714-747 . . . . . .724 . . . .118.50-127.50 . . . . .124.87 57 . . . . . . . .789 . . . . . . . .789 . . . . . . .119.00 . . . . . . . .119.00 280 . . . . . .803-812 . . . . . .807 . . . .117.50-120.00 . . . . .118.43 64 . . . . . . . .903 . . . . . . . .903 . . . . . . .115.35 . . . . . . . .115.35

Feeder Steers Medium & Large 1-2 Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price 19 . . . . . . .454-472 . . . . . .462 . . . .158.50-160.00 . . . . .159.04 47 . . . . . . .507-533 . . . . . .524 . . . .155.00-158.00 . . . . .156.15 78 . . . . . . .569-582 . . . . . .573 . . . .135.25-149.00 . . . . .144.70 26 . . . . . . . .628 . . . . . . . .628 . . . . . . .131.00 . . . . . . . .131.00 10 . . . . . . . .683 . . . . . . . .683 . . . . . . .132.00 . . . . . . . .132.00 14 . . . . . . . .769 . . . . . . . .769 . . . . . . .120.00 . . . . . . . .120.00 7 . . . . . . . . .821 . . . . . . . .821 . . . . . . .118.50 . . . . . . . .118.50

Lean hog trade is lower on the week due to further long liquidation. The weekly net change was 2.57 lower on the June contract and July was down $1.52. Cash trade has been lower this week despite the rise in pork carcass values at midweek. There is no premium of cash over the futures trade, so bounces should be limited to $3 to $4 unless we see strength in the cash market. Demand concerns remain problematic at the retail level. The weekly cold storage report indicated net in-movement of 1.087 million pounds versus last year’s out-movement of 693 thousand pounds. Through the week ending May 7, Canadian feeder pig imports to the US totaled 1.62 million head, which was down 1.8% from last year. Canadian barrows and gilts imported to the US for slaughter were also down 4.6%. This has helped ease supply side concerns, but hogs are still coming in heavier versus last year. Hedgers call with questions.

Jun. 11 8430 9410

Aug. 11 8542 9572

June 2011 Hogs (CBOT) - Daily Chart

Feeder Heifers Medium & Large 1-2 Head . . . . . . . . . .Wt . . . . . . . . .Avg Wt . . . . . . . .PriceAvg . . . . . . . . . . . .Price 6 . . . . . . . . .375 . . . . . . . .375 . . . . . . .154.00 . . . . . . . .154.00 6 . . . . . . . . .455 . . . . . . . .455 . . . . . . .142.00 . . . . . . . .142.00 7 . . . . . . . . .556 . . . . . . . .556 . . . . . . .124.00 . . . . . . . .124.00 33 . . . . . . . .641 . . . . . . . .641 . . . . . . .126.00 . . . . . . . .126.00 40 . . . . . . . .690 . . . . . . . .690 . . . . . . .121.75 . . . . . . . .121.75 13 . . . . . . .711-741 . . . . . .729 . . . .118.50-122.50 . . . . .120.00 8 . . . . . . . . .758 . . . . . . . .758 . . . . . . .120.00 . . . . . . . .120.00 52 . . . . . . .803-826 . . . . . .820 . . . .112.50-113.00 . . . . .112.88

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Confirmed: 105,614 Week Ago: 102,491

Year Ago: 128,486

Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Weighted Averages Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,249 . . . . . . . . .1,225-1,475 . . . . . . . . . . .108.00-113.00 1,336 . . . . . . . . . . .109.40 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,823 . . . . . . . . .1,155-1,400 . . . . . . . . . . .106.75-113.50 1,321 . . . . . . . . . . .108.92 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18,096 . . . . . . . .1,100-1,400 . . . . . . . . . . .107.00-110.00 1,285 . . . . . . . . . . .107.85 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 . . . . . . . . . .1,300-1,300 . . . . . . . . . . .108.00-108.00 1,300 . . . . . . . . . . .108.00 Weighted Averages Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,034 . . . . . . . . .1,100-1,300 . . . . . . . . . . .108.00-114.00 1,206 . . . . . . . . . . .109.60 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8,661 . . . . . . . . .1,065-1,325 . . . . . . . . . . .107.00-112.00 1,170 . . . . . . . . . . .108.38 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,677 . . . . . . . .1,065-1,500 . . . . . . . . . . .105.00-109.00 1,159 . . . . . . . . . . .107.85 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 . . . . . . . . . .1,120-1,120 . . . . . . . . . . .108.00-108.00 1,120 . . . . . . . . . . .108.00 =============================================================================================================== Weighted Averages Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . .Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) (Paid on Hot Weights) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,122 . . . . . . . . . .750-951 . . . . . . . . . . . . .175.00-180.00 862 . . . . . . . . . . . .177.33 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12,107 . . . . . . . . . .750-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .173.00-181.00 845 . . . . . . . . . . . .177.28 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,827 . . . . . . . . . .724-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .172.00-176.00 871 . . . . . . . . . . . .174.92 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Weighted Averages Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,814 . . . . . . . . . .734-832 . . . . . . . . . . . . .173.00-181.00 774 . . . . . . . . . . . .176.45 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,857 . . . . . . . . . .687-950 . . . . . . . . . . . . .172.00-180.00 764 . . . . . . . . . . . .175.58 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,362 . . . . . . . . . .674-892 . . . . . . . . . . . . .172.00-178.00 743 . . . . . . . . . . . .174.70 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-

Weekly Weighted Averages (Beef Brands): Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .31,293 . . . . . . .1,302 . . . . . . .108.35 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .22,539 . . . . . . .1,167 . . . . . . .108.21 Dressed Del Steer . . .20,056 . . . . . . .854 . . . . . . . .176.72 Dressed Del Heifer . . .10,033 . . . . . . .761 . . . . . . . .175.53

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

Week Ago Averages:

Year Ago Averages:

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .31,899 . . . . . . .1,306 . . . . . . .113.16 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .24,415 . . . . . . .1,158 . . . . . . .112.47 Dressed Del Steer . . .16,586 . . . . . . .856 . . . . . . . .183.12 Dressed Del Heifer . . .11,206 . . . . . . .779 . . . . . . . .182.33

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .35,296 . . . . . . .1,280 . . . . . . . .97.03 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .29,831 . . . . . . .1,157 . . . . . . . .97.25 Dressed Del Steer . . .25,326 . . . . . . .846 . . . . . . . .154.69 Dressed Del Heifer . . .11,517 . . . . . . .787 . . . . . . . .154.92

Cattle

Hogs

Support: Resistance

MARKET: Ericson/Spalding Auction Market - Ericson, NE; Ogallala Livestock Auction Market - Ogallala, NE; Tri-State Livestock Auction - McCook, NE; Valentine Livestock Auction - Valentine, NE Receipts: 5,185 Last Week: 2,775 Last Year: 1,960 Compared to last week, steers and heifers over 750 lbs sold 2.00 to 3.00 lower on a light test with offerings under 750 lbs trending unevenly steady. Demand was good for most offerings. Rain showers across most of the state early in the week. Sunny weather and warmer temperatures at the end of the week will hopefully give the grass a shot of growing power. Most pastures are about two weeks behind normal growing years. Cattle on Feed Estimates: On feed 107; Placed 110; Marketed 97. Slaughter steers and heifers continue to slide backwards. Lives sales sold 5.00 lower at 109.00 and dressed sales sold 7.00 lower at 175.00. This week’s reported auction volume was 53 percent heifers with around 64 percent over 600 lbs.

Support: Resistance

Aug. 11 10070 11140

Aug. 11 Feeder 11870 13060

Live cattle trade has been lower this week due to continued chart selling and long liquidation following a negative USDA Cattle on Feed last Friday. Placements were higher than expected. On the bright side the market appears to have bottomed. The weekly net change is $4.02 lower on the June contract and August is down $3.45. Cash trade has been lower this week at $104 live and $170-72 dressed. This is $4 to $6 lower versus last week. Cattle bounced at midweek due to oversold conditions which could lead to follow-through buying the rest of the week. The June futures price drop from the early April high to the low

printed on Tuesday was exactly $20. Strong overhead resistance should be up at $105.50 which is the 10day on the June contract which would be about a $4 bounce off the lows. The cutout action was narrowly mixed on Wednesday; choice was up 8 at 179.03 and select was down 9 at 173.18. The big number of cattle on feed should limit bounces to $4 to $6 from here with us only seeing a partial retracement of this $20 April-May break. The ability for the cutout to hold up this month has us optimistic we have found a bottom. Hedgers call with questions.

August 2011 Feeder Cattle (CBOT)

August 2011 Live Cattle (CBOT) - Daily Chart Open .104.600 High .105.675 Low . .104.500 Close .105.225 Change +1.325

Open .124.075 High .125.200 Low . .123.925 Close .124.525 Change +1.750

Open . . .88.400 High . . .88.700 Low . . .87.900 Close . .88.300 Change .+0.850

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Weather Affecting Most Every Nebraska Aspect of U.S. Cattle Market Cattle on Feed Up 6 Percent

Weather in the United States has been making a complicated 2011 cattle market even cloudier, ultimately affecting everyone from producers to consumers. “Just about everything has been affected, from supply impacts to demand inputs to input market impacts,” said Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension livestock marketing specialist. Demand by the public Beef demand by the American public has been negatively affected by the cold, wet weather across much of the United States this spring, resulting in a lack of good outdoor grilling conditions in a number of states. Even in many warmer climes, drought conditions and the potential for wildfires have resulted in burn bans restricting outdoor activities and cooking. “Memorial Day weekend and the weeks that follow will be critical in determining if beef demand will show a more typical seasonal pattern,” Peel said. “Hopefully, conditions will improve and the grilling season can get underway in a more historically normal fashion.” Grain supplies Then there is the uncertainty over feed grain supplies, which continue to be hampered by cool, wet weather delaying crop plantings across significant areas of the country. “Each day of planting delay is likely to have noticeable impacts on corn yields,” Peel said. “There seems to be little likelihood of any relief for cattle producers from high feed prices.” Forage conditions range from ample moisture for pasture growth to areas that are too wet to harvest hay, to the increasingly severe drought conditions in parts of the southern Great Plains.

But perhaps the most difficult assessment is the effects weather continues to have on the supply side of the market, in both the shortand long-term. “Certainly, limited feeder supplies will maintain upward pressure on feeder cattle prices, but the question of just how much pressure depends on the bigger question of herd rebuilding,” Peel said. “That question, in turn, depends on what the industry is trying to do and well as what Mother Nature will permit us to do.” Complicating matters further is that the answers to these questions will vary regionally. For example, in the U.S. Department of Agriculture January cattle inventory report, both beef cow and beef replacement numbers increased in the northern Great Plains and Rocky Mountains. With good moisture conditions, these areas are expected to continue herd expansion in 2011. However, beef cow numbers at the beginning of the year decreased sharply in Missouri, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Texas and Oklahoma. Some analysts suspect that in the first three states the decline may reflect increasing competition with crop production and long-term shifts in beef production away from the region, though it will be some time before such impacts can be confirmed. In the other states, Peel contends the decrease likely reflects continuing drought conditions that have spread from Louisiana and eastern Texas across much of Texas and parts of Oklahoma, New Mexico and eastern Colorado this year. “Persistent drought conditions in the southern Great Plains can easily overwhelm any herd expansion that takes place in other areas, particularly if beef cows continue to move out of the Midwest,” Peel said.

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Nebraska feedlots, with capacities of 1,000 or more head, contained 2.37 million cattle on feed on May 1, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Nebraska Field Office. The inventory was up 6 percent from last year. Placements in feedlots during April totaled 370,000 head, down 8 percent from 2010. Marketings of fed cattle during April totaled 370,000 head, down 15 percent from last year. Other disappearance during April totaled 10,000 head, compared to 15,000 head in 2010.

U.S. Cattle on Feed Up 7 Percent Cattle and calves on feed for slaughter market in the United States for feedlots with capacity of 1,000 or more head totaled 11.2 million head on May 1, 2011. The inventory was 7 percent above May 1, 2010. Placements in feedlots during April totaled 1.80 million, 10 percent above 2010. This is the second highest placements for the month of April since the series began in 1996. Marketings of fed cattle during April totaled 1.81 million, 3 percent below 2010. Other disappearance totaled 59,000 during April, 35 percent below 2010. This is the lowest other disappearance for the month of April since the series began in 1996.

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An Unsustainable Path by Congressman Adrian Smith Grand Island Office 1811 West Second Street, Suite 105 Grand Island, NE68803 Phone: (308) 384-3900 Fax: (308) 384-3902

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Each year the Medicare and Social Security Trustees release annual reports conducted by nonpartisan actuaries at the Social Security Administration and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The reports estimate future financial obligations and revenues of the programs, including the value of each program’s trust fund. On May 13, the Medicare and Social Security Trustees released their 2011 report, and the news was troubling. For the sixth straight year, the trustees warned the programs are on an unsustainable, insolvent path, and without swift attention will leave future generations with broken promises. Both Medicare and Social Security are running out of money more quickly than anticipated in previous reports. As more Baby Boomers reach retirement, they put more strain on the programs. At the same time, prolonged high unemployment has generated less revenue to fund the programs’ obligations. The 2011 Trustees Reports say the Medicare trust fund will be exhausted in 2024, not 2029 as estimated last

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NLRB claims the new facility is retaliation against unions in Washington state – a polarizing accusation that could hinder job creation in Nebraska by discouraging businesses from hiring in right-to-work states. NLRB's claim is unfounded; since Boeing expanded to South Carolina, the Washington line has actually hired 2,000 more workers. We should be encouraging job creation, not discouraging it – not to mention the stunning government overreach into private business plans. I've signed onto a bill that would guarantee an employer the right to decide where to hire within the U.S. and prevent NLRB from ordering employers to relocate jobs. We've got important work to do in the months ahead, and the Administration will be critical in determining whether we help our economy by encouraging job creation and controlling our finances, or take steps backward by playing political games with jobs and encouraging more reckless spending. I'll continue to advocate for the responsible approach and for the best interests of our great state.

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USDA Reminds Producers of Deadline to Enroll for Direct and Counter Cyclical Program or the Average Crop Revenue Election Program USDA Farm Service Agency acting Administrator Bruce Nelson today reminded farmers and landowners that they have until Wednesday, June 1, 2011, to enroll their farms in the 2011 Direct and Counter-cyclical Program (DCP) and the Average Crop Revenue Election (ACRE) Program. More than 75 percent of an expected 1.7 million farms have already enrolled. "The deadline to enroll farms in the 2011 Direct and Counter-cyclical Program and Average Crop Revenue Election Program is

quickly approaching," said Nelson. "Producers who want to participate must act. Farmers and landowners must enroll their eligible farms no later than June 1, 2011, to take advantage of these important programs." Producers who choose to participate in either the revenue-based ACRE safety net or the price-based DCP safety net must enroll their farms each year. All owners and operators who will share in the DCP or ACRE payments on the farm must sign the enrollment form (CCC-509) by June 1.

Since 2009, producers have had the option to participate in either DCP or ACRE. A producer who initially chose to remain in DCP has the option to switch to ACRE during the current enrollment period; however, producers who chose to enroll in ACRE cannot switch back to DCP. For more information on DCP or ACRE, contact a nearby FSA county office or visit the FSA website at www.fsa.usda.gov/dcp.

Sidney New Chapter Begins in History of Sidney Long-term Tillage Plots By Drew Lyon Dryland Cropping Systems Specialist Panhandle Research and Extension Center For more than four decades, researchers from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and other institutions have been studying the long-term effects of tillage on the soil at research plots at the High Plains Ag Lab near Sidney. More than 45 scientific journal articles, nine book chapters, a research bulletin, and numerous scientific abstracts have been published from work conducted at these plots. Scientists with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (USDA ARS) in Lincoln, Fort Collins, Colo., Akron, Colo., and Ames, Iowa, have worked on these plots, as have university scientists and graduate students from UNL, Colorado State University, Kansas State University and Michigan State University. Now, a new chapter in long-term soil research is about to begin at the long-term tillage plots at the High Plains Ag Lab. The plots are in a state of transition to an intermittent tillage study, which will study the effect of tillage every six years on soil quality changes. All treatments will be managed as no-till in the years between plowing. In the year of plowing, half of each previous tillage treatment plot will be

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plowed and the other half of each plot will remain no-till. Previously, the plots were cropped in alternate years to reflect the wheat-fallow rotation commonly used by farmers. The fallow plots received one of three treatments: plow, stubblemulch, or no-till. The new study will tell us about the long-term effects that occasional or intermittent tillage has on the soil. Soil scientists with the USDA-ARS at Akron are sampling the soil prior to initiating these changes. This will allow a summary of the effects of the last 40 years on soil quality and serve to establish initial soil conditions at the start of the new study. The new study will likely need to run for 12 to 18 years before significant soil quality changes become evident. Long-term field studies, such as these, have provided valuable information on the long-term effects of agricultural practices on soil condition and function, as influenced by the everchanging conditions of climate, weather, biological adaptation, and environmental, social, cultural, and technological considerations with time. This information cannot be obtained from twoor three-year experiments, yet the majority of research reported today consists of these shortterm experiments. The new long-term research project will be conducted on land that now-retired dryland crops

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Good Nutrition at Farmers Markets Wanda M. Koszewski, Extension Nutrition Specialist Natalie N. Sehi, Assistant Extension Educator Alice C. Henneman and Amy L. Peterson, Extension Educators Farmers markets are becoming a more common sight across the nation. In 1974, there were fewer than 100 farmers markets in the U.S. Currently, there are more than 6,100. What is a farmers market? It is an association of local farmers who assemble at a defined location to sell their produce directly to consumers. Farmers markets are found in all 50 states with many of them being seasonal rather than year-round. The United States Department of Agriculture estimates that more than 1 million people visit farmers markets each week. To find a farmers market in your area, go to this website: http://apps.ams.usda.gov/Farmers Markets. What are some advantages of buying fresh fruits and vegetables at a farmers market, rather than a grocery store? Fresher food - Most of the produce you buy at the grocery store is picked before it is ripe and transported as much as 2,000 miles before it reaches the store. In contrast, farmers market produce is generally ripened on the plant, picked right before the market, and transported less than 50 miles. This makes farmers market produce fresher. You can find a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables at farmers markets that are packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. MyPyramid recommends that the average adult eat 2 cups of fruit and 2 ½ cups of vegetables per day (based on a 2,000 calorie diet). Purchasing and eating produce from a farmers market may improve your eating habits and food preparation skills. Personal contact - Most often, at farmers markets, you are talking directly to the people who grew the produce. They can tell you how they grew it, what fertilizers or pesticides they used, what variety they planted, and can answer other questions you may have. Family time - The farmers market is a great opportunity to spend time with your family. It is free, other than the items purchased, and is also a fun way to get a little extra physical activity. Community impact - By purchasing fresh fruits and vegetables at a local farmers market, your food dollars are boosting the local economy by supporting the small, family-owned farms in the area. Farmers markets have a completely different environment than grocery stores. How do you decide which items to purchase — and when to keep looking? Choose ripe, unblemished produce. Farmers market produce is often softer and juicier

than grocery store produce — many farmers market varieties are bred for flavor, not for quantity and long transportation times. You can expect tomatoes, peaches, and other fruits to be a bit softer than you would find in a grocery store. Keep an eye out for bruised and broken skin. If the skin is broken, the surface of the produce is slimy, or there are soft spots on a portion of the fruit or vegetable, it has been bruised and will spoil more rapidly. You should choose produce that is free of all signs of bruising and spoilage. Shop early to get the best selection. Choose what you will use. Fresh produce from a farmers market may have a shorter shelf life than the lettuce you buy pre-bagged at the store. Purchase only what you can use or preserve within a few days. Why are fruits and vegetables important for good health? A healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables may help protect you and your family from chronic disease, such as some cancers, heart disease, high blood pressure, and strokes. By choosing nutrientdense fruits and vegetables, you are getting a good source of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals for the calories you consume. Remember, most fruits and vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories. What are phytochemicals? Phytochemicals may help protect against aging and reduce the risk of some cancers and heart disease. Some nutrition experts say we get phytochemicals by eating a variety of colors of fruits and vegetables. Using your five senses at a farmers market While you are at a farmers market, enjoy using all five of your senses. See the vendors and other shoppers enjoying themselves, as well as the beautiful, fresh produce. Look at the produce before you buy it to make sure it is free of bruises and other damage, and make sure to look in your bag to see if it contains a rainbow of colors. Smell the fresh produce, flowers, popcorn, and meats being cooked on the grill. Feel the different produce, such as plump tomatoes, unhusked corn, and smooth, silky eggplant. Remember to put heavier, firmer produce in the bottom or your bag/basket. Taste the free samples: fresh baked breads, fresh produce, meats, cheese, nuts, etc. Try one new fruit and vegetable from the farmers market each week. Ask the vendor or your local extension office how to prepare new foods you find at the market. Enjoy the sound of everything going on around you, the crunch of an apple or carrot, the music, and the people.

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What should I bring to a farmers market? Cash, because many vendors do not take checks or credit cards. Try to bring small bills just in case the vendor does not have enough change. Water to drink, especially if it is hot. A bag or basket for the produce. A cooler to keep your produce cool on the drive home. If you haven’t had an opportunity to go to your local farmers market, you are missing a unique experience. Support your local farmers and check it out sometime.

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MONDAY, JUNE 27 8:00 a.m. Bertrand Area Church Ladies Serving Food & Drink 8:00 a.m. Exhibit Hall Open 9:00 a.m. Weigh In for Beef & Sheep Shows 1:00 p.m. Open “Blow & Show” Beef & Sheep Show starts 2:00 p.m. Games & Contests held at Softball Field 3:30 p.m. Water Games-Bertrand Swimming Pool 5:00 p.m. All Star Inflatables & LIONS Club Games on the Midway 7:30 p.m. Kids Calf Scramble 8:00 p.m. 62nd Annual Bertrand Rodeo--First Performance TUESDAY, JUNE 28 8:00 a.m. Bertrand Area Church Ladies Serving Food & Drink 9:00 a.m. Set up “Angels Display” 1:00 p.m. Parade Registration and line up at the Auto Shack 2:00 p.m. Bertrand Days Parade 3:00 p.m. Pedal Tractor Pull 3:00 p.m. “WALK DOWN MEDINA” 6:00 p.m. All Star Inflatables & LIONS Club Games on the Midway 7:30 p.m. Kids Calf Scramble 8:00 p.m. 62nd Annual Bertrand Rodeo-Final Performance WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29 8:00 a.m. 4-H, Flower, & Open Class Exhibits

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Mobile Meat Processing Unit Achieves USDA Certification

Callicrate Cattle Co. will be authorized to process cattle within walking distance of where they were born and raised on the rolling plains of Northwest Kansas after receiving a grant of inspection recently from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. A mobile meat processing unit parked near St. Francis, Kan., will be used for on-farm processing of beef, lambs, goats and pigs. Most of the meat will be marketed through the wholesale and retail outlets of Ranch Foods Direct in Colorado Springs. The unit was on display last fall at Venetucci Farm during a live demonstration showing the public how it works and why it represents an improvement over large scale processing methods. The most important aspect of on-farm processing is that it reduces stress on the livestock, which are routinely trucked hundreds of miles to large packing plants, according to Mike Callicrate, owner of Ranch Foods Direct and Callicrate Cattle Co. “It stands to reason that less stress is better for the animal and for meat quality,” Callicrate says. “Some research on bison has shown that shipping them as little as 25 miles can reduce meat tenderness and quality substantially.” The idea of creating a more locally based processing alternative to large meatpacking plants extends back at least two decades, according to Laura Krebsbach, a nonprofit consultant who headed up the project to build the mobile processing unit. “We felt like we needed to find positive solutions to benefit the small sustainable livestock producers who are still left in this country,” she

says. “It just made sense for the Nebraska Environmental Action Coalition to take on this project and build a unit in the Midwest, the heart of farming and ranching country, where we felt like we could do it better and more affordably. I am grateful to Mike Callicrate, who became involved in testing and certifying the model, for sharing his dedication, support and financial contributions. He sees the big picture and shares our vision.” Mobile units cost less to build than brick-andmortar facilities and are more flexible because they can be moved between locations. “While the demand for locally and responsibly raised meat is increasing, small farmers and ranchers who are best suited to fill that need have been losing access to custom processors as the meat industry consolidates,” Krebsbach says. “We wanted to design something that was within the financial reach of rancher groups, nonprofits, coops or cut-and-wrap meat facilities. When you consider the carbon footprint, the environmental impact and animal welfare issues, as well as giving the producer more control over his product and putting more money in his pocket, this approach just makes so much sense for so many reasons.” USDA approval was officially granted on May 9. USDA inspection allows the meat to be sold in wholesale and retail markets across the U.S. and internationally. Only a few mobile meat processing units have been certified nationwide. Manufacturer Jerry Eisenmenger, who comes from a ranching family and now owns Flat River Corp. of Columbus, Neb., is busy building two

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Nebraska Environmental Trust Boosts Statewide Tree-planting Tree-planting efforts in 30 Nebraska communities will get a boost from Nebraska Environmental Trust funds. More than $200,000 was allocated to 32 projects. The funds come from the Trees for Nebraska Towns program, created to aid in the planting of large-growing shade trees while also improving the diversity of tree species in communities – goals of the broader ReTree Nebraska program. The grant program is coordinated by Nebraska Statewide Arboretum and funded by the Nebraska Environmental Trust, a beneficiary of the Nebraska Lottery. From 2007 through the end of 2011, NET will provide nearly $1.2 million toward the planting of 8,800 trees. Participating communities maximize the impact with a match of $1.4 million of local support and thousands of hours of volunteer

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Schedule of Events June 3-4 - Tekamah (Burt County) Hoot Gibson Memorial Rodeo; Rodeo arena on NE Hwy 32. Enjoy the rodeo on Fri and Sat night, queen contest and children's contests. 8pm nightly, $5-$8 Kenneth Nelson (402) 374-2836 June 3-4 - Valentine (Cherry County) Classic Car Cruise Night and Show. (800) 658-4024 www.visitvalentine.com June 3-4 - West Point (Cuming County) Nebraska Cattlemen's Ball; Harry Knobbe Feedyards. A showcase of rural Nebraska. (402) 372-2525 www.cattlemensball.com June 3-5 - Oakland (Burt County) Swedish Festival; City-wide. Concerts, sporting events, Swedish food and more. Bryan Johnson (402) 6855302 June 4 - Bellevue (Sarpy County) National Trails Day; Fontenelle Forest Nature Center, 1111 Bellevue Blvd N. Join a guided hike or explore on your own. (402) 731-3140 www.fontenelleforest.org June 4 - Burwell (Garfield County) Calamus Carp Tournament; Calamus Reservoir. 8am Dick Watts (308) 346-5695 www.visitburwell.org June 4 Annual Tasting; 778-5542

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June 4 - Norfolk (Madison County) Chicken, Rods and Ribs; Downtown Get into summer with this event. Top prizes for the best BBQ. (402) 3712932 www.visitnorfolkne.com June 4 - Springfield (Sarpy County) Spring Wine & Blues Festival; Soaring Wings Vineyard, 17111 S. 138th St Featuring top blues bands, great food and award-winning wine. $5-$10 Jim Shaw (402) 253-2479 www.soaringwingswine.com June 4-5 - Grand Island (Hall County) Gun Show; Fonner Park concourse (308) 382-4515 June 4-5 - Newman Grove (Madison County) Shell Creek Valley Days; City-wide Music festival, bull riding, street dance, classic car show and more. (402) 371-2932 www.ci.newman-grove.ne.us

June 4-5 - Pierce (Pierce County) 5th Annual Fish & Chip Tournament; Willow Creek SRA & Pierce Community Golf Course. Fishing and golf tournaments to benefit the Northeast Nebraska Child Advocacy Center. Events begin 7:30am Sat, $50-$75 (402) 644-7402 June 5 - Hastings (Adams County) South Central Nebraska Czech Festival; VFW Club, 1053 Wabash Ave A. celebration of Czech heritage. Accordian jam session, Polka dancing, ethnic foods and more. 11am-9pm, Free Debra Polacek (402) 772-3451 www.nebraskaczechs.org June 5 - Surprise (Butler County) 19th Annual Tractor Pull; Big Blue River Park. Classic tractors, open class and pure stock pulls 1958 and older. Noon Susan Doehling (402) 5262391 June 5-11 - Burwell (Garfield County) BRAN - Bicycle Ride Across Nebraska; Ride begins in Brady and ends in Waterloo. This week long tour provides an up-close and personal journey through the unheralded beauty and charm of Nebraska. Check website for details. Vickie Backman (402) 397-9785 www.bran-inc.org June 9-11 - North Platte (Lincoln County) Miss Nebraska Pageant; North Platte High School, 1200 W. 2nd St. Amy Engel (308) 534-3638 www.missnebraska.org June 9-12 - Scottsbluff (Scotts Bluff County) Sugar Valley Rally and Arts & Crafts Festival; 115 Railway St & Frank Park on Broadway. The rally consists of a gathering of vintage cars along with a precision driving contest. Artists and crafters from a 7-state area sell their wares. Bands and live entertainment Free (308) 632-2133 (800) 788-9475 www.sugarvalleyrally.com June 10-11 - Columbus (Platte County) 37th Annual Rod Run & Car Show; Sleep Inn & Suites and Village Centre Mall. Fri, 7- 11pm; Sat, 1-5pm (402) 564-2769 www.visitcolumbusne.com June 10-11 - Lexington (Dawson County) 8th Annual Plum Creek Rodeo; Fairgrounds. 7:30pm, $5-$8 Julie Harris (308) 324- 5504 www.visitlexington.org

June 10-11 - McCook (Red Willow County) 14th Annual Buffalo Commons Storytelling Festival; Bieroc Café, Fox Theatre, Norris Park & Keystone Hotel Poets, musicians and storytellers perform at the annual festival. A Norman Rockwell-like gathering riddled with moving tales that provoke laughter, tears and a passion for prairie heritage. www.buffalocommons.org June 10-12 - Omaha (Douglas County) Summer Arts Festival; Gene Leahy Mall on Farnam St, 10th to 14th St. Featuring 135 of the nation's finest visual artists, two stages of continuous entertainment and a large hands-on children's fair. Fri-Sat, 11am-8pm; Sun, 11am-5pm, Free Elizabeth Balazs (402) 345-5401 www.summerarts.org June 11 - Sidney (Cheyenne County) Gold Rush Days; Legion Park. Frontier village, arts and crafts, entertainment, square dancing, shootout, chuckwagon cookout and activities for young and old. Free Larry Fraas (308) 254-5161 www.cheyennecountychamber.com June 11-12 - Columbus (Platte County) Antique Tractor, Gas Engine Show and Flea Market; Pawnee Park Displays of farm equipment, antiques and old-time gas engines. Corn shelling, blacksmithing and other demonstrations. Sat, 8amdusk; Sun, 8am-5pm, Free Bob or Diane Silva (402) 564-3669 June 11-12 - 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. 9am-4pm, Free James Griffin (308) 534-5640 www.lincolncountymuseum.org June 11-25 - North Platte (Lincoln County) NEBRASKAland Days; City-wide & Buffalo Bill Arena. Explore the lure of the West including PRCA rodeos, top name concerts, parades, athletic contests, food events, micro brew festival, boxing and many more. (308) 532-7939 www.nebraskalanddays.com

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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, June 2nd. The next Heartland Express will be printed on THURSDAY, June 9th. To run a classified ad in the Farm and Ranch, simply fill out the form below and mail it to us with a check. This will eliminate any errors and help keep the classified cost to a minimum. 1001 - MOWERS WANTED TO BUY NE - IHC #24 MOWER & PARTS, (308) 5872344 MO - JD 1008 OR 1508 GEAR BOX OR GEAR BOX PARTS, (816) 378-2015 FOR SALE NE - REBUILT KOSCH HAYVESTOR, (308) 587-2344 NE - IHC H W/WO MOWER, (308) 587-2344 NE - KOSCH SIDE MOUNT MOWER, (308) 587-2344 NE - EMERSON DOUBLE VICON DISC, (308) 544-6421 NE - VICON 3 PT DISC MOWER, (308) 5446421 NE - 10 BOLT SPACERS, 36" ROW FOR JD, (308) 390-0642 NE - REBUILT KOSCH TRAILVESTER MOWERS, 14', WITH WARRANTY, $5,000.00, (308) 544-6421 1003 - SWATHERS FOR SALE KS - 1996 NEW HOLLAND 2550, 16 FT HEAD, (620) 340-3358 KS - NEW HOLLAND 2216 HEAD, (620) 3403358 KS - NEW HOLLAND 2218 HEAD W/2300 ADAPTER TO FIT 9030 BI-DIRECTIONAL, (620) 340-3358 1005 - RAKES WANTED TO BUY NE - LH CHANNEL IRON FRAME ON NH56 OVER 56B SIDE RAKE, AND A WHEEL, (308) 587-2344 NE - 12 WHEEL V RAKE, (402) 482-5491 FOR SALE IA - WWW. RAKEWHEELS. COM, (712) 3662114 NE - '02 VERMEER R23A TWINRAKE CELL 308-962-6399 HOME, (308) 962-5474

1006 - BALERS FOR SALE NE - BALER BELTS AND CHAINS; BEARINGS & FLANGES, (308) 587-2344 NE - BELTS FOR MOST BALERS & SWATHERS, (308) 587-2344 AL - ROUND BALER BELTING: LRGST DEALER IN US. ORIGINAL BELTING FOR ALL ROUND BALERS INCLUDING NEW JD IN STOCK! SAVE HUNDRED$! FREE SHIPPING ANYWHERE! NO 800#, JUST BEST PRICES. SINCE 1973. 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 - USED BELTS FOR VERMEER 605XL BALER CELL 308-962- 6399 HOME, (308) 962-5474 NE - JD 530 BALER, (308) 882-4588 NE - 1998 CASE 8580, BIG SQ 4X4, APPROX 30K BALES, PRIMARILY USED FOR ALFALFA, EXCELLENT CONDITION, $17,500.00, (308) 874-4562 NE - AIR BAGS FOR 855NH BALER, NEAR NEW, (402) 482-5491 1007 - BALE MOVERS/FEEDERS FOR SALE NE - NEW EMERSON BALE MOVER-FEEDERS, (308) 544-6421 KS - E-Z HAUL INLINE SELF DUMPING HAY TRAILER, 32' 6 BALE, GOOSENECK, BUMPER HITCH. CALL 785-817-5188 (CELL) OR, (785) 935-2480 ID - NEW HOLLAND BALE WAGONS, WWW. BALEWAGON. COM. ALL MODELS, CAN DELIVER/FINANCE/TRADE., (208) 8802889 www.myfarmandranch.com

1007 - BALE MOVERS/FEEDERS FOR SALE - CONT’D KS - 24' FLAT HAY ELEVATOR W/24' EXTENSION. GOOD ELEC. MOTOR, (785) 255-4579 1009 - STACKERS/STACK MOVERS FOR SALE ID - NEW HOLLAND BALE WAGONS, WWW. BALEWAGON. COM. ALL MODELS, CAN DELIVER/FINANCE/TRADE., (208) 8802889 NE - JD 200 STACKMAKER, $900.00, (308) 876-2515 NE - EMERSON 13X24 STACK MOVER, ELECTRONIC SCALES, W/ OR WITHOUT HYDRAFORK, (308) 544-6421 1010 - FORAGE HARVESTORS WANTED TO BUY KS - JOHN DEERE CHOPPERS & HEADS, ROEDER IMP, SENECA, KS, (785) 336-6103 FOR SALE NE - KNIFE BAR & RECUT SCREEN FOR JD 35, (308) 995-5515 NE - RECUT SCREEN & AXLE EXTENSION FOR IHC 730, (308) 995-5515 1013 - DUMP WAGON WANTED TO BUY KS - RICHARDTON HIGH DUMP WAGONS, ROEDER IMPLEMENT, (785) 336-6103 1014 - BALE WAGONS WANTED TO BUY KS - NH SELF PROPELLED & PULL-TYPE, ROEDER IMP, SENECA, (785) 336-6103 ID - NEW HOLLAND 2 & 3-WIDE, SELF-PROPELLED, PULL-TYPE MODELS. JIM,, (208) 880-2889 FOR SALE ID - NEW HOLLAND'S-ALL MODELS, CAN DELIVER/FINANCE/ TRADE. WWW. BALEWAGON. COM, (208) 880-2889

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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 IA - JD HAYLOADER, (712) 299-6608 1101 - TRACTORS WANTED TO BUY NE - MF 35, 50, 65, 135, 235, 245, OR 255 TRACTOR, (402) 678-2277 NE - BUYING TRACTORS FOR SALVAGE MOST MAKES AND MODELS, (308) 5824303 MO - AC D17'S & UP, SALVAGE OR GOOD, (816) 378-2015 MO - IH 560 TO 1566, SALVAGE OR GOOD, (816) 378-2015 FOR SALE IA - JD B'S 1937 TO 1950, (712) 299-6608 IA - IH NICE SUPER C W/LOADER, (712) 2996608 NE - IH DISGUSTED? HAVE SHIFTING DIFFICULTIES W/YOUR IH 706, 806, 1206, 4106, 756, 856, 1256, 1456, 766, 966, 1066, 1466, 1566, 786, 886, 986, 1086, 1486, 1586, 3288, 3388, 3488, 3588, 3688, 3788, 6788?FOR A PERMANENT FIX, CALL WENZ SERVICE TO PRICE THE KIT FOR YOUR MODEL, (800) 808-7885 NE - NEW, USED AND REBUILT TRACTOR PARTS, MOST MAKES AND MODELS, (308) 582-4303 IA - IH, NICE SUPER C, (712) 299-6608 IA - OLIVER SUPER 88D, WF, PS, (712) 2996608 IA - OLIVER SUPER 77G, WF PS, (712) 2996608 IA - IH 300U, W/HYD BUCKET, $4,500.00, (712) 299-6608 NE - 8 HOLE 15" TRACTOR FRONT WHEELS, FITS IHC, (308) 587-2344 NE - JD 4020 W/ NEW TIRES, NEW DIESEL INJECTOR PUMP, (308) 478-5451 NE - 5010 JD HANCOCK SELF LOADING SCRAPER, OLDER UNIT, (308) 436-4369 NE - 2 JD DR WH & LIFT ASSIT 7300, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 KS - FORD 2N WITH 5' WOODS BELLY MOWER, $2,900.00, (620) 865-2541 NE - IHC 706 FOR SALVAGE, (308) 269-2586 NE - 4, 18 X 4 X 38 BIAS-PLY TRACTOR TIRES, (308) 269-2586 NE - 1980 CASE 2390 7, 100 HRS. EXTREMELY SHARP $12,500 1979 CASE 2590 6,900 HRS. $12,000 1974 IHC 966 WITH QT 3100 LOADER $10,000 JOHN DEERE 7300 8RW PLANTER $8,000 CELL 308-962-6217 OR, (308) 493-5618 1102 - LOADERS FOR SALE IA - SEVERAL LOADERS OFF JD 3010-4020, (712) 299-6608 NE - DUAL LOADER MOUNTS TO FIT JD 4520 OR 4620. CUSTOM BUILT, VERY HEAVY, VERY NEAT, WITH CUSTOM GRILL GUARD BUILT IN. DUAL LOADER 325 OR 345, (402) 482-5491 NE - THIRD FUNCTION HYD LINE AND HOSES FOR A JD 740 LOADER, CALL 308380-7161 OR, (308) 485-4486 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 FOR SALE IA - 3 PT 90" GNUSE BUCKET, $1,250.00, (712) 299-6608 NE - FARMHAND GRAPPLE FORK, 8', 4 TEETH, GOOD SHAPE ASKING $1450. CALL 785-359-6625 OR, (308) 836-2667 1105 - DISKS FOR SALE NE - DISK BLADES AND BEARINGS, (308) 587-2344 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

1106 - PLOWS AND SWEEP PLOWS FOR SALE KS - FLEX KING 4X5' SWEEP PLOW, GOOD CONDITION, $1,100.00, (620) 865-2541 NE - NEW FLEX KING PICKER WHEELS, (308) 995-5515 NE - IH 560, 6-16'S WITH HARROW, LIKE NEW, $950.00, (308) 874-4562 1109 - PLANTERS FOR SALE NE - NEW #92 IHC COVERING DISK ASSEMBLY, (308) 995-5515 NE - LIFT ASSIST AND/OR TRANSPORT KIT FOR IHC LISTER/ PLANTER, ALSO GAUGE STRIPE WHEELS, (308) 995-5515 IA - NEW & USED KINZES, SORENSEN EQUIPMENT, HARLAN, IA, (712) 755-2455 KS - 1990 JD 7200, 16R30", 250 MONITOR, MARKERS, IN-ROW FERT. GOOD CONDITION., $23,000.00, (620) 865-2541 NE - IHC SEED DRUMS, (308) 995-5515 NE - MOORE BUILT 16 ROW PLANTER MARKERS: 308-380-7161, $2,750.00, (308) 4854486 NE - JD 7000 16R36", FRONT FOLD, JD MONITOR, GOOD CONDITION, $8,500.00, (402) 372-3009 NE - C-IH 12R36" VERTICAL FOLD 3 PT, ALWAYS SHEDDED, (308) 995-5515 NE - GEN 2 CONTROL BOX, GS4 MONITOR, (402) 726-2488 1111 - DRILLS WANTED TO BUY NE - TYE DRILL FOR PARTS, (402) 482-5491 FOR SALE KS - 30" HOE AIR SEEDER DRILL $3500. 40' DISC AIR SEEDER DRILL, $14,000, (785) 871-0711 NE - 150 & 7100 DRILLS, FERT. BOXES, BLACK HEAVY DUTY WHEELS, DBL HITCH, TRANSPORTS & PARTS, (308) 995-5515 1112 - ROTARY HOE FOR SALE NE - 30 FOOT JD ROTARY HOE CALL FOR DETAILS, (308) 882-4588 1113 - CULTIVATORS FOR SALE SD - 3-PT 8R FLAT FOLD, $1,500.00, (605) 386-2131 NE - IHC GO-DIG PARTS, (308) 995-5515 NE - 4 ROW ORTHMAN TOOL BAR, CAN BE USED TO CULTIVATE OR RIDGE, (308) 3900642 NE - 12 ROW CULTIVATOR, (308) 882-4588 NE - WANTED GOERTZEN RIDGING WINGS AND SWEEPS CALL 308-380-7161 OR, (308) 485-4486 1114 - SPRAYERS FOR SALE KS - 1600 GAL. FLOATER. 3000 WET BOOM SPRAYER, $4,500.00, (785) 871-0711 NE - 2-200 GALLON SADDLE TANKS, FITS 4450, (308) 478-5451 NE - JD 25A, 3 PT. HITCH, 150 GAL, 20" BOOM, (308) 587-2344 1115 - SHREDDERS FOR SALE NE - 20' BESLER STALK CHOPPER, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 1119 - ROD WEEDER FOR SALE KS - USED PARTS OFF 45' MILLER ROD WEEDER, DRIVES, TEETH, RODS, ETC. ALL FOR $500, (620) 865-2541 1120 - FERTILIZER EQUIPMENT FOR SALE KS - SURE CROP QUALITY LIQUID FERTILIZERS. FOLIAR FEED YOUR HUNGRY GROWING ROW CROPS & HAYLAGE. FLEXIBLE FINANCING OPTIONS. "ASSURING CROP SUCCESS FOR YOU". DELIVERY DIRECT TO YOUR FARM. ASSURE CROP - SENECA, KS, (800) 635-4743 1130 - TRACTORS,TILL, OTHER FOR SALE NE - FRONT WEIGHTS FOR CASE IH MAGNUM, (308) 995-5515 NE - HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS, HOSES & PTO PUMPS, (308) 587-2344

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Heartland Express

1130 - TRACTORS,TILL, OTHER FOR SALE - CONT’D TX - NEW & USED FARM EQUIPMENT AND NEW & USED PARTS. SALVAGE YARD FOR TRACTORS & FARM EQUIPMENT. KADDATZ AUCTIONEERING & EQUIPMENT SALES. KADDATZEQUIPMENT. COM, (254) 5823000

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1201 - ENGINES/MOTORS FOR SALE NE - 413 CHRYSLER FOR SALVAGE, (308) 995-5515 NE - USED VEE BELTS: 3-IHC C176" $15 EA; 4 GATES C240" $20 EA; 3 DAYCO C240" $15 EA; 4 DAYCO C270" $15 EA 1 DAYCO C116 $10 EA; 1 DAYCO 94" X 1 1/4" WIDE $10, (308) 624-2177 NE - USED 460 CU IN ENGINE WITH NEW HIGH PRESSURE BERKELEY PUMP, (800) 554-8715 NE - JD 4045T POWER UNIT, FORD 200, 300, & 460 POWER UNITS, CALL FOR PRICES, (308) 485-4486 1202 - PUMPS FOR SALE NE - 10" WLR BOWLS, (308) 995-5515 NE - NEW DODA PUMPS, SEVERAL USED PTO PUMPS, (800) 284-7066 NE - 3X4 BERKELEY PUMPS, PRIMING VALVES AVAILABLE, (402) 364-2592 NE - USED MANURE PUMP, BETTER BUILT, (800) 554-8715 NE - USED BERKELEY PTO PUMPS & SUCTION EQUIPMENT, (800) 554-8715 KS - JD 4 CYLINDER W/CORNELL PUMP ON A CART, RUNS GREAT, $4,500.00, (785) 221-8173 1203 - PIPE FOR SALE NE - 8" TEXFLO 20" GATES, ALL KINDS OF FITTINGS, (308) 995-5515 NE - 6" BAND & LATCH MAIN LINE, (308) 995-5515 NE - 60 LINKS OF GATED, 20" X 30', (308) 478-5451 NE - 8" MAIN LINE HASTINGS, (308) 9955515 NE - PIPE TRAILER, (402) 726-2488 1205 - GENERATOR WANTED TO BUY NE - USED WINPOWER PTO GENERATORS, (308) 775-3298 FOR SALE NE - WINPOWER - NEW & USED PTO GENERATORS, (308) 775-3298 IA - WINCO PTO GENERATORS, CALL US FOR PRICE BEFORE YOU BUY! HARVEY AT EDEN SUPPLY 8AM - 10PM., (515) 679-4081 1206 - GEAR HEADS FOR SALE NE - 150 HP GEARHEAD, 6 RATIO, (308) 995-5515 NE - AMARILLO GEARHEADS: 110HP 4:3 $700, 80 HP 6:5 $700, 70 HP 4:5 $650, 50 HP 1:1 $700, 50 HP 4:5 $600, (308) 6242177

1206 - GEAR HEADS FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - GEAR DRIVE REPAIR- AMARILLO WARRANTY CENTER. REPAIR ALL MAKES/MODELS. 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE. CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES. CENTRAL IRRIGATION, (402) 723-5824 NE - US MOTORS GEARHEADS 90HP 4:3 $450, 70HP 2:3 $400, 30HP 4:3 $300, (308) 624-2177 NE - DERAN/RANDOLPH GEARHEAD 100HP 4:3 $500, PEERLESS GEARHEAD 2:3 $300, (308) 624-2177 NE - AMARILLO GEAR HEAD 1:1 RATIO, 100HP, (308) 485-4486 1208 - TRAVELER SYSTEMS FOR SALE NE - NEW OCMIS HH: 4" X 1312', (800) 2847066 NE - NEW GREENFIELD 3" X 1200', USED BOSS 4. 5" X 660', 8 USED HEINZMAN 4. 5" X 660', VERMEER 3" X 660', BAUER 4" X 1180', (800) 284-7066 NE - HEINZMAN TRAVELER WITH HOSE, (308) 390-0642 NE - NEW CADMAN 4" X 1250' HOSE, (800) 284-7066 1209 - PUMPS WITH MOTORS FOR SALE NE - 3/4 BERKELEY PUMPS WITH PRIMING VALVES, ATTACHED TO YOUR CHOICE OF INDUSTRIAL 300 FORD OR 262 ALLIS W/RADIATORS, AND CARTS, (402) 3642592 1230 - IRRIGATION MISC. FOR SALE WI - SERVING THE MIDWEST WITH COMPLETE IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT, ALL TYPES, NEW & USED. CONTACT ROBERTS IRRIGATION COMPANY AT 1500 POST ROAD, PLOVER, WI 54467, (800) 434-5224 NE - ORTHMAN 3-PT PIVOT TRACK CLOSER, EXCELLENT COND, (308) 390-0642 NE - PIVOTS, HARD & SOFT HOSE TRAVELERS, PUMPS, WHEEL ROLLS, FITTINGS, PVC UNDERGROUND FITTINGS, NEW AND USED, "YOUR COMPLETE IRRIGATION HEADQUARTERS" NORTHERN AGRI-SERVICES INC, HENDERSON, NEBRASKA 68371, (402) 723-4501, (800) 554-8715 1301 - COMBINES AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE OK - REBUILT COMBINE SIEVES. NEW REEL BATS, GALVANIZED AND BLACK CELL 580525-1265 OR, (580) 361-2265 KS - NH TR98, 2000 SEP HRS, 30' 73C FLEX HEAD, (620) 340-3358 OK - '82 GLEANER N6, 24' HEADER CELL 580-525-1265, $7,500.00, (580) 361-2265 OK - C-IH 1480, 810 24' HEAD CELL 580525-1265, $10,000.00, (580) 361-2265 OK - TR85 NEW HOLLAND, 3208 CAT, 24' HEADER CELL 580- 525-1265, $5,000.00, (580) 361-2265 NE - IH 1440 COMBINE WITH 3400 HRS., (308) 269-2586 NE - PARTS FOR 1680 CLEANING SYSTEM, CALL FOR LIST, (308) 269-2586 OK - 1988 1680 IHC, STANDARD ROTOR, 3045 X 32 TIRES, $15,000 CELL 580-5251265 OR, (580) 361-2265 OK - R70 GLEANER, 2689 ENGINE HRS, 1904 SEPARATOR HRS, $20,000 CELL 580525-1265 OR, (580) 361-2265 1302 - COMBINE HEADS WANTED TO BUY NE - COMBINE HEAD TRAILER FOR A 30' FLEX HEAD, (402) 726-2488 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 KS - SHELBOURNE 20' STRIPPER HEADER, $5,500.00, (785) 871-0711 MO - '05 CASE-IH 2208 8R30 CORN HEAD, HYD DECK PLATES, FIELD TRACKER, KNIFE ROLLS, UNDER 3000 AC. USE, EXCELLENT CONDITION, $30,000.00, (660) 548-3804

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Page 25 1406 - LAWN MOWERS FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - WORKHORSE LAWN TRACTOR W/SIDE PULL TYPE MOWER W/ BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE, WILL MOW TALL GRASS, PRACTICALLY NEW. REEL TYPE MOWER FOR SHORT GRASS, 10' WIDE SWATH. CAN BE PULLED BEHIND 4 WHEELER OR WORKHORSE TRACTOR, (308) 390-0642 NE - 2000 DIXON MOTEL 3304 ZTR, 30 INCH CUT, REAR BAGGER. TWO SEASONS ON NEW 14. 5HP BRIGGS. REGULAR SERVICE, GOOD SHAPE $1750.00 OBO 308-928-9035 OR, (308) 928-2710 1407 - ELECTRIC MOTORS FOR SALE NE - COMPLETE LINE OF SHEAVES, BEARINGS, DRIVES, & MOTORS, (402) 387-0347 1408 - DAIRY EQUIPMENT WANTED TO BUY WI - USED BULK MILK TANKS, ALL SIZES, (800) 558-0112 IA - WANTED BULK MILK COOLERS-ALL SIZES, (319) 330-2286 1412 - SHOP TOOLS,WELDERS, ETC WANTED TO BUY NE - 110V WELDING ROD DRYING OVEN, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE KS - METAL BENCH LATHE 3 JAW CHUCK, 5 1/2" SWING, $200.00, (785) 778-2962 KS - BRAKE DRUM/ROTOR TURNING LATHE, $110.00, (785) 778-2962 1430 - OTHER EQUIPMENT FOR SALE NE - ELSTON GOPHER MACHINE, (308) 5872344 IA - WWW. WHEELRAKE. COM, (712) 3662114 KS - ORTHMAN & BUCKEYE FRONT 3 PT HITCHES, $1500 EACH., (620) 865-2541 1501 - ALFALFA HAY WANTED TO BUY IA - QUALITY SML OR LG SQ ALFALFA OR MIXED IN SEMI LOADS, (641) 658-2738 FOR SALE NE - ALFALFA, 4X4X8 BALES, DAIRY QUALITY, SHEDDED & TARPED, HAMEL HAY CO CELL 308-962-6399 HOME, (308) 962-5474 NE - 1ST, 2ND, & 3RD CUTTING OF ALFALFA HAY, (308) 882-4588 NE - GRINDING QUALITY ALFALFA IN LG RD BALES, HAMEL HAY CO CELL 308-9626399 HOME, (308) 962-5474 NE - HORSE QUALITY IN SM SQ BALES, SHEDDED & TARPED HAMEL HAY CO CELL 308-962-6399 HOME, (308) 962-5474 NE - HYDRAFORK CUSTOM GRINDING, GROUND HAY DELIVERIES, NILSEN HAY CO. HAZARD, NE, (308) 452-4400 OR - TEST MOISTURE. HAY, GRAIN, SILAGE, SOIL, WOOD, WINDROW TESTER. BALE STROKE COUNTER. MOISTURE READ OUT AS YOU BALE! WWW. LEHMANFARMS. NET, (503) 434-1705 1502 - PRAIRIE HAY FOR SALE IA - LARGE RD & BIG SQ BALES GOOD QUALITY GRASS HAY, DELIVERED IN SEMI LOADS ONLY, (641) 658-2738 NE - LARGE ROUND & SMALL SQUARE BALES PRAIRIE HAY, CALL EARLY AM OR LATE PM, (308) 894-6743 KS - TOP QUALITY SM SQ, CAN DELIVER SEMI LOAD LOTS, (785) 528-3779 KS - TOP QUALITY 4X4X8 SQ, CAN DELIVER SEMI LOAD LOTS, (785) 528-3779 KS - BALED 4X8, SM SQ OR BIG ROUNDS, (620) 625-2402 KS - 2008 BROME BIG ROUND BALES, (785) 935-2480 NE - CERTIFIED MEADOW HAY, BIG ROUND BALES, HORSES, CATTLE, MULCH, (308) 587-2344 KS - 150 BALES MIXED BROME/PRAIRIE HAY, NOT CRP, NO THISTLE OR BINDWEED, NET WRAPPED, $60/TON FOB, (785) 7315190 1503 - BROME HAY FOR SALE KS - HORSE QUALITY: 3X3, WEED/MOLD FREE. AVG. 780 LBS, (785) 255-4579 1505 - STRAW WANTED TO BUY IA - GOOD CLEAN, BRIGHT SM SQ IN SEMI LOADS, (641) 658-2738 FOR SALE NE - 200+ LG RDS CERT WHEAT STRAW, 1000#/BL. 308-641-1240, (308) 436-5491 1512 - SEED FOR SALE TX - FORAGE-TYPE TRITICALE SEED, CALL GAYLAND WARD SEEDS, (800) 299-9273 IA - BUYER & SELLER OF PRAIRIE GRASS & WILDFLOWER SEED, OSENBAUGH SEEDS, LUCAS, IA., (800) 582-2788 KS - TRITICALE SEED, A+ QUALITY, VOLUME DISCOUNT. DELIVERY AVAILABLE. CALL BROCK BAKER @, (800) 344-2144 www.myfarmandranch.com

1512 - SEED FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - NATIVE GRASS SEED, WILDFLOWER, LEAD PLANT, SMART WEED & OTHERS. SOUTH FORK SEED COMPANY, (402) 4825491 1530 - HAY & GRAIN OTHER FOR SALE IA - WWW. REPLACEMENTRAKEWHEELS. COM, (712) 366-2114 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 CO - TUB GRINDERS, NEW & USED (W/WARRANTY). OPERATE WELL W/70-175 HP TRACTORS, GRINDS WET HAY, TOUGH HAY & ALL GRAINS. HIGH CAPACITY. LOW PRICE. WWW. ROTOGRIND. COM, (800) 724-5498, (970) 353-3769 1813 - FEEDERS FOR SALE NE - BULK CAKE & GRAIN FEEDERS, (308) 587-2344 IA - 24' MEAL ON WHEELS HAYFEEDER. SAVE YOU MONEY, SAVES ON TIME & SAVES ON HAY. DEMCO 650 & 550 BU GRAVITY BOXES, (712) 210-6587 1815 - WATERERS FOR SALE NE - BULL TOUGH BOTTOMLESS HEAVY GAUGE STOCK TANKS, (402) 387-0347 MN - JUG LIVESTOCK WATERERS. THEJUGWATERER. COM, (320) 808-0471 1819 - WINDMILLS FOR SALE NE - REBUILT AIR MOTORS OR REPAIRS, (308) 587-2344 TX - VIRDEN PERMA-BILT CO. FARM & RANCH PRODUCTS: ROOF & TANK COATINGS, WINDMILL PARTS. SEND OR CALL FOR FREE CATALOG. 2821 MAYS AVE. BOX7160FR AMARILLO, TX 79114-7160 WWW. VIRDENPRODUCTS. COM, (806) 3522761 NE - MONITOR PUMP JACK-CHOICE OF GAS & ELECTRIC MOTOR, $650.00, (308) 4364369 1820 - LIVESTOCK BEDDING FOR SALE NE - CORRUGATED WINDBREAK STEEL, 8 GAUGE THROUGH 20 GAUGE, (402) 3870347 1830 - LIVESTOCK OTHER WANTED TO BUY NE - 20' BULL WHIP, (308) 587-2344 KS - USED HOG OR SHEEP PANELS & GATES, (785) 778-2962 FOR SALE NE - SUCKER ROD 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1", FOR FENCING CALL MY CELL: 308-870-1119, CALL FOR PRICE, (308) 732-3356 NE - WE ARE YOUR STAMPEDE LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT 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 NE - GOPHER CONTROL MACHINE, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 1901 - FEEDER STEERS FOR SALE MO - WE SPECIALIZE IN LOCATING "QUALITY" FEEDER CATTLE, (816) 688-7887 1903 - OPEN HEIFERS FOR SALE NE - GELBVIEH AND BALANCER OPEN HEIFERS, (402) 879-4976 MO - QUALITY REPLACEMENT CATTLE LOCATORS - MAX HARGROVE, (816) 6887887 NE - YEARLING & 2 YEAR OLD VIRGIN REG ANGUS HEIFERS, (308) 569-2458 1904 - BRED HEIFERS FOR SALE NE - YOUNG COWS & BRED HEIFERS, AI'D TO ABS BULLS, AND CLEANED UP WITH SUMMITCREST BULLS, (308) 569-2458 1906 - BRED COWS FOR SALE NE - I'M DEALING ON COWS COMING OUT OF DROUGHT AREAS EVERY DAY. WWW. BREDCOWSWRIGHTLIVESTOCK. COM OR CALL, (308) 534-0939 1908 - COW CALF PAIRS FOR SALE NE - YEARLING & 2 YEAR OLD REG ANGUS COW/CALF PAIRS, (308) 569-2458 1909 - BULLS FOR SALE NE - REGISTERED ANGUS, CELL: 308-8701119, (308) 732-3356 NE - 25 PB CHAROLAIS BULLS COMING 2S ALL RECORDS 40 YRS, (308) 995-5515

Page 26 1909 - BULLS FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - GELBVIEH BULLS, RED & BLACK, 1 & 2 YR OLDS, (402) 879-4976 NE - (25) COMING 2 YR OLD CHAROLAIS BULLS(308) 567-2288, (308) 995-5515 NE - REG ANGUS BULLS, 2 YEAR OLDS AND YEARLINGS, SONS OF 878, BLUEPRINT 202 AND TRAVELOR 722, (308) 569-2458 NE - PUREBRED ANGUS BULLS, YEARLINGS & 2 YR OLDS. TC TOTAL, OBJECTIVE, ONE WAY, & PENDLETON BLOODLINES. SCHULTE ANGUS RANCH. KEARNEY, NE. 308-7081839 OR, (308) 236-0761 1915 - SEMEN/EMBRYO/AI SERVICE FOR SALE NE - DBL BLACK DBL POLLED CALVING EASE GELBVIEH BULLS, (402) 879-4976 1916 - DAIRY HEIFERS FOR SALE WI - DAIRY EQUIP- STALLS, GATES, HEADLOCKS, TMR MIXERS, BARN CLEANERS, MANURE AUGERS/PUMPS, VENTILATION, ALLEY SCRAPERS. REASONABLY PRICE LONG LASTING EQUIP EQUALS VALUE. MEETING ALL DAIRYMEN'S NEEDS SINCE 1919. BERG EQUIPMENT CORP. WWW. BERGEQUIPMENT. COM, (800) 494-1738 1930 - CATTLE OTHER FOR SALE MO - QUALITY REPLACEMENT & BREEDING CATTLE LOCATORS, (816) 688-7887 CO - IT'S SIMPLE. . . YOU NEED SALERS. ACCORDING TO U. S. MARC, SALERS HAVE OPTIMUM BIRTH WEIGHT & GROWTH PERFORMANCE FOR CROSSING WITH ANGUS. SUPERIOR TO COMPETING CONTINENTAL BREEDS FOR MARBLING, SALERS ARE RELATIVELY EQUAL FOR YIELD. SALERSUSA. ORG, (303) 770-9292 2200 - REGISTERED HORSES FOR SALE NE - 2003 BLACK MORGAN STALLION, MORGAN BROOD MARE, 2004 BLACK MORGAN STALLION, 1995 MORGAN STALLION, (308) 587-2344 NE - AQHA, YEARLINGS, MARES AND COLTS, (308) 569-2458 NE - PEPPY DOC SAN, SHINING SPARK, JET DECK, THREE BAR & SKIPPER W BRED, STALLIONS, MARES, FILLEYS, & GELDINGS, MOSTLY SORREL & PALOMINO, GREAT STOCK, GOOD DISPOSITIONS, CALL 1-888689-8924 OR, (308) 384-1063 NE - AQHA HORSES, BLUE ROAN STUD AND MARES. OLDER GREY MARE, WELL BROKE, GRANDDAUGHTERS HORSE, (308) 5692458 2202 - STUD SERVICE FOR SALE NE - MORGAN STALLION STANDING AT STUD, (308) 587-2344 2230 - HORSE- OTHER FOR SALE NE - SELL-TRADE MORGAN STALLION, TBONE, LAD, CLASSY, 149831;, (308) 5872344 2301 - DOGS FOR SALE WY - MALE PUPS FOR SALE. BORDER COLLIE/AUSSIE CROSS. SMART, LIVELY, FRIENDLY. BORN 3/6/11. WORKING PARENTS. 40 MILES N. OF RAWLINS, WY. $100., (307) 324-6450 2502 - CUSTOM WORK/SERVICES KS - CORN, MILO, WHEAT HARVESTING WANTED. TWO JD MACHINES & SUPPORTING TRUCKS., (785) 567-8515 NE - ELIMINATE CORROSION AND ENCRUSTATION WITH FIBERGLASS PUMP COLUMN PIPE BY BURGESS WELL CO. , MINDEN, NE, (308) 832-1645 2602 - PICKUPS WANTED TO BUY NE - HD COIL SPRINGS FOR 1971 3/4 TON CHEVY PICKUP, END GATE FOR 1980 GMC 3/4 TON, (308) 587-2344 KS - GOOD FACTORY BED FOR '73-'79 FORD PICKUP, NO RUST THROUGH, (620) 8652541 FOR SALE KS - 88 CHEVY 1 TON, 4WD, 6. 2 DIESEL, 4 SP, FLATBED, (785) 935-2480 NE - THIRD SEAT FOR 95-99 SUBURBAN, TAUPE LEATHER, $100.00, (308) 624-2177 NE - 05 CHEVY COLORADO, EXT CAB 4 DR, GOOD GAS MILEAGE, AUTO, SPRAYED ON BED LINER, TILT/CRUISE, CUSTOM RADIO, (402) 726-2488 NE - PICKUP TRAILERS-MID AND FULL SIZE, (402) 726-2488 2603 - TRUCKS FOR SALE KS - '59 CHEVY 60, V8, 4&2 SP, 15' B&H, 2 NEW TIRES, TUNED UP, ETC, $999.00, (620) 865-2541 KS - 1976 FORD 3500 CAB & CHASSIS, $500.00, (785) 778-2962 www.myfarmandranch.com

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4-H District Horse Shows Start June 13 Nebraska horse riders will compete June 13-16 and June 22 and 23 in University of NebraskaLincoln Extension 4-H District Horse Shows. Competition categories include Western pleasure ponies, junior and senior divisions of Western pleasure horses, Western horsemanship, English pleasure horses, English equitation, reining, pole bending and barrel racing, said Kathy Anderson, UNL Extension horse specialist. Riders awarded blue and purple ribbons at district shows qualify to enter the 2011 4-H Horse Exposition in Grand Island July 17-21 and automatically will be entered into state classes. It is the exhibitor's responsibility to enter the Ak-SarBen 4-H Horse Show in September.

This year's dates, times, locations and local contact persons are: – June 13, 8 a.m. check-in, 9 a.m. show time, Hastings, Elizabeth Maricle, (402) 461-7209 – June 14, 8 a.m. check-in, 9 a.m. show time, Columbus, Tanya Crawford, (402) 563-4901 – June 15, 8 a.m. check-in, 9 a.m. show time, O'Neill, Gary Stauffer, (402) 336-2760 – June 16, 9 a.m. check-in, 10 a.m. show time, Chadron, Scott Cotton, (308) 432-3373 – June 22, 8 a.m. check-in, 9 a.m. show time, Ogallala, Doug Anderson, (308) 284-6051 – June 23, 8 a.m check-in, 9 a.m. show time, Beatrice, Paul Hay and Jane Esau, (402) 223-1384

Incident Shows Transfusion Patients Can Suffer Reactions to Allergens in Blood What you eat before giving blood could cause a severe allergic reaction in people who receive that blood, according to findings by food scientists, including two from the University of NebraskaLincoln. A 6-year-old boy in the Netherlands who received a transfusion suffered an allergic reaction because three of the five donors had eaten peanuts the night before their donation, according to a report in the May 19 New England Journal of Medicine. Joe Baumert and Stef Koppelman, UNL food scientists, were co-authors of this report, along with colleagues in the Netherlands. They have studied digestion-resistant proteins and allergens in peanuts and Baumert provided key reagents and analytical testing needed for this study. The boy received the transfusion as part of his treatment for blood cancer. Shortly thereafter, he experienced a rash, low blood pressure, swelling and had difficulty breathing, the scientists wrote in the journal. The boy was resuscitated. Testing confirmed his symptoms were caused by an allergic reaction and, as doctors tried to determine the specific cause, the boy's mother recalled he'd had a similar reaction after eating peanuts when he was 1. Since that time, peanuts had been excluded from his diet.

Three of the five blood donors, contacted after the transfusion reaction, recalled eating several handfuls of peanuts the evening before donation. Further tests on the boy, conducted by Baumert, confirmed he had a peanut allergy. The allergic reaction happened, the researchers said, because the major peanut allergen resists digestion. Although this is the first clinical report of such an occurrence, it's possible similar cases have gone unreported, the scientists wrote. Baumert said it's important not to overreact to the finding. "This was only one person, a limited study," he said, adding that the boy's immune system was compromised because of his illness. "This could be an extremely rare case when all the right conditions came together, unfortunately," Baumert said. "But we do need to be more aware of the possibility that allergic reactions could occur in this manner" and conduct further research. Steve Taylor, another UNL food scientist who's long studied allergens, said, "This documents a potential risk to peanut-allergic individuals from a simple blood transfusion. More study is needed to determine if this is an isolated case or if blood banks need to ask questions about history of peanut ingestion before collecting blood."

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