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Despite delays, state record crop production still expected

By Robert Pore, The Grand Island Independent Good harvesting weather has helped to pick up the harvest pace, with farmers bringing in a record corn and soybean crop despite weather delays.

On Tuesday, the Nebraska's USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service, Nebraska Field Office reported that based on Nov. 1 conditions, the state's corn crop is forecast to be the highest of record at 1.58 billion bushels, which is 14 percent above last year and 8 percent above the record set in 2007.

Yield is forecast at a record-high 178 bushels per acre, unchanged from last month, 15 bushels per acre above last year and 12 bushels above the record set in 2004. Area to be harvested for grain at 8.9 million acres is 4 percent above a year ago.

The report of the record harvest comes at a time when area farmers are taking advantage of unseasonably warm weather to get their crops out of the field.

October weather was unseasonably cool, delaying harvest as corn moisture levels were high and crops were not naturally drying in the field.

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The USDA, earlier this week, reported that corn conditions rated 53 percent good and 26 percent excellent, near last year's 78 percent good or excellent rating. Corn harvested was 30 percent complete, well behind last year's 55 percent and 25 days behind the 77 percent average.

The National Weather Service in Hastings reports that the good harvesting weather should continue through Friday, while there's a chance of rain in the forecast through the weekend.

Nationwide, the USDA reports that corn production is forecast at 12.9 billion bushels, down 1 percent from last month but 7 percent higher than 2008. Based on conditions as of Nov. 1, yields are expected to average 162.9 bushels per acre, down 1.3 bushels from October but nine bushels above last year.

Despite the drop in yield from October, the USDA reports that the yield will be the highest on record if realized. Total production will be the second highest on record, only behind 2007.

On Tuesday, the USDA reported that soybean production in Nebraska is forecast to be the secContinued on page 23

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• Multicolored Asian Ladybird Beetles Ladybugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 3 • Farmers: cap and trade a jolt to electrical costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 14 • Overseas soybean buyers get on the farm experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page 15 • FFA District 5...............................Pages 6-9 • FFA District 12.........................Pages 11-15 • FFA District 9...........................Pages 19-23 For daily agriculture news, updates and local happenings, visit the Heartland Express website at www.myfarmandranch.com • Country Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3, 5 • Lee Pitts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 • Markets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 17 • Heartland Cattleman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 • Washington Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 • Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-27

By Lauren Ibach, Reporter Boyd Bowder This past month, members of the S-E-M FFA chapter have been learning about range management and then applied their knowledge to the Area and District Range Judging Contests this past September. Members learned in class and on walks to a pasture close to town: Plant Identification, Range Condition, and proper techniques used to manage range land. The chapter sent members to the Sargent Range Judging contest in mid September and also, had a practice contest of their own. John Frerichs, a junior FFA member says that range management is important so that you don’t overgraze pastures as well as even kill off key species.

District Range Judging The S-E-M FFA chapter recently traveled to Alma, Nebraska for the district range judging contest. The chapter had 32 members competing in

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Multicolored Asian Ladybird Beetles - Ladybugs

by Barb Ogg, PhD, Extension Educator Some years, the extension office has handled hundreds of calls about ladybugs invading homes.

We take most of these calls in fall, but a surprising number came in the spring when beetles, still inside wall voids, became active as temperatures warmed up.

Those who had ladybug invasions last year, should expect a repeat, unless you have taken measures to seal cracks and crevices around siding, windows and doors. Ladybugs squeeze through these cracks and crevices in order to find an insulated place to hibernate during the winter.

Most of us know that ladybugs are good insects.

They have a long-standing reputation of ridding garden and crops from insect pests, especially aphids. In medieval Europe, people believed the ladybug was divinely sent from heaven to protect crops. They called it the “Bug of Our Lady,” a reference to the Virgin Mary. Over time, the name was shortened to ‘ladybug.’

What is the nursery rhyme about?

Ladybug, ladybug, fly away home, Your house is on fire, your children do roam. Except little Nan, who sits in a pan, Weaving gold laces as fast as she can.

This verse started in ancient England as a warning to the ladybugs crawling on old hop vines. After harvest, the farmers set fire to the vines to clear the fields. The adult ladybugs could fly away, but the larvae could only crawl. The unfortunate pupa (Nan in the rhyme) was fastened to the burning plants.

We’ve grown up thinking about ladybugs as being good, so it is a radical shift to think about them as being a pest. What’s happened here? Is this a case of a good insect gone bad?

Multicolored Asian Ladybird Beetles The offending ladybug is one species, called the Multicolored Asian Ladybird Beetle (MALB). This lady bug species is larger than many of our native species. "Multicolored" refers to the tremendous color variations in this species, ranging from black with two red spots, to red with 19 black spots, with every combination in between. The most

common color seems to be deep orange. The thorax of these beetles usually has black markings on a white background in the shape of an irregular "M".

The MALB, recognized as a voracious feeder, was introduced several times in the U.S. as a biological control agent for the control of aphids and other pest insects.

Habitat The biggest problem is where the MALB chooses to overwinter. In its native habitat in Asia, large numbers of MALB aggregate and overwinter in cracks and crevices within cliff faces. Since cliffs are not readily available in Nebraska, the next best things are tall houses!

Researchers studying the MALB now recognize they are attracted to tall houses that are often all by themselves in the landscape, often near a grove of trees. This description sounds a lot like farmsteads and acreages in our rural areas. Given the MALB is a voracious feeder of soybean aphid (also native to Asia), rural homes are very susceptible, although folks who live in town are not immune from MALB invasions.

The number of MALB that invade varies from a few individuals to thousands. This can be a major nuisance to the family whose home becomes the residence of choice for MALB. Potential Problems This ladybug species has a number of other undesirable qualities. *MALB secretes a foul-tasting chemical from their legs, which makes them unpalatable to their enemies. This secretion can stain fabric and wallpaper. *Large infestations of MALB have a definite odor. *MALB has been reported to be an asthma trigger in a few sensitive individuals. *MALB will bite. It isn’t particularly painful, but it is annoying. *They feed on grapes and other fruits. When crushed, their bodies will taint wine and affect its taste — a potential problem for vineyards.

Control Because these ladybird beetles congregate in

enormous masses, the sheer numbers of these beetles can be very frustrating for homeowners. Some of the following tips may be helpful: Try to minimize entry points: *Locate entry points and seal cracks and crevices with caulk to prevent entry. *Make sure window screens and doors are tightfitting. Use weather stripping. *Concentrate initial efforts on the south and west sides of structures.

Once beetles are inside, the following suggestions may be helpful: *Do not swat or smash lady beetles. They have body fluids that can stain draperies and wall coverings. *Using insecticides inside the home will not prevent other beetles from coming inside and has limited effectiveness unless sprayed directly on beetles. *Vacuuming lady beetles is as effective as insecticides and is recommended strategy.

Helpful tip when using a vacuum cleaner: If large numbers of MALB get sucked into the interior part of the vacuum cleaner, their secretions will cause the vacuum cleaner to smell like MALB every time it is used. To prevent this, one can insert a knee-high nylon stocking into the hose wand to capture the beetles before they are sucked into the vacuum cleaner body. Insert the kneehigh stocking into a connection joint in the wand so it forms a bag inside the hose and a portion of the stocking folds over the outside of the wand to secure it in place when the wand is put back together. After sucking up the beetles, remove the stocking and dispose of the beetles.

Ohio State University Extension has done some research on spraying the exterior of homes to prevent these beetles from coming inside. Timing of treatment is extremely important. Too early and the chemical will lose its effectiveness. Too late and the ladybugs will already be inside. It would be impractical and nearly impossible to control them once they’re inside walls.

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Heartland Express

November 12, 2009

• IT’S THE PITTS by Lee Pitts •

by Lee Pitts

A Practicing Doctor (Best Of)

Not too long after Abe smashed his thumb in the squeeze chute he let out a silent scream that could only be heard by the canine residents in three surrounding cow counties.

When the attending veterinarian swung into action by placing the ice pack, that had previously been keeping the vaccine and the beer cold, on Abe's throbbing digit his bellering could be heard by all the remaining residents.

Witnesses say Abe's blood curdling howl sounded like the noise a fresh cut bull makes.

"It almost brought tears to my eyes," said one bystander.

The trip to the hospital, that shall go nameless for fear of a malpractice suit on my part, was 25 miles of bumpy road interrupted by three gates. Every time the truck hit a rut lightning bolts of pain shot straight up Abe's spine. Between screams Kristi used her cellular phone to warn the hospital and briefly explain the chute incident. Less than two hours later they pulled up in front of the hospital.

Once inside it was obvious that the emergency ward staff had gone into a state of extreme preparedness. Kristi attempted to get someone's attention but an orderly told them to make way because they had a shooting victim coming in.

"Oh, that's terrible," said Kristi sincerely.

The two of them sat patiently in the waiting

room reading three year old magazines. At least Kristi read. Abe spent his time moaning and dripping blood all over the floor.

Now, the word "INTERN" does not refer to the order in which patients are taken care of in an emergency ward. The more seriously wounded are taken care of first and certainly a shooting victim would take precedence over someone with a dangling digit. Much to their credit it only took about forty-five minutes for the hospital staff to realize that Abe was the "chute-ing" victim.

The word "intern" DOES describe the doctor to which Abe was assigned. Fresh from an eastern med school the young Doc was a little short on experience. So short had been his career that he had not yet begun collecting Ferraris.

If you've been to an emergency ward you realize that there are three things a doctor must do before he can attend to your pain.

First, he must fill out the paper work, then attach a cute little plastic bracelet to your wrist and thirdly, the doctor must check your prostate gland. The young doctor performed these tasks proficiently before asking THE all important question. No, the question wasn't, "Where does it hurt?" It was, "What kind of insurance do you have?"

Although the young doctor had never seen anything quite as grotesque as Abe's mashed

thumb he did not want to mask the discomfort by administering pain killers. Instead he ordered the nurses to "clean up the mess and put a bandage on it." Then Abe went back to the ranch over the same 25 miles of bad road.

The only thing missing for a good case of malpractice was a lawyer.

By the next morning Abe's constant howling was beginning to grate on everyone's nerves.

So Kristi once again loaded her father-in-law in the truck to take him, this time, to a smashed thumb specialist. On their way they stopped by the no-name hospital to pick up the medical report from the night before. So inexperienced was the young Doctor that Kristi could actually read his handwriting. In his summary the Doctor explained the cause of Abe's accident as follows; "The patient was out shooting his cows and he shot his thumb off."

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Southwestern Black Bean Salad Black Beans with Corn and Tomatoes 1-15 oz. can Black Beans 1 cup cut Tomatoes, fresh or canned 1 t. fresh Parsley, chopped ½ t. Chili Powder

1 cup frozen Corn, thawed 1 clove Garlic, pureed or roasted 1 /8 t. Cayenne Pepper or more to taste

Drain and rinse beans. In a bowl, combine beans, corn, tomatoes and garlic. Add parsley, pepper and chili powder. Combine and serve. Serves 4.

Rosemary Chicken with White Beans 2 t. Olive Oil 1½ t. dried Rosemary ¼ t. Salt ¼ t. Black Pepper 8 skinless and boneless Chicken Thighs (about 1 lb.)

1-14.5 oz. can Stewed Tomatoes, undrained 1-15 oz. can Navy Beans, rinsed and drained ¼ cup pitted Kalamata Olives, chopped

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Combine rosemary, salt and pepper; sprinkle over one side of chicken. Place chicken in pan with seasoned side down; cook 3 minutes.

Reduce heat to medium and turn chicken. Add tomatoes and beans. Cover and simmer 10 minutes or until chicken is done. Stir in olives. Serves 4.

Italian White Bean Soup 2-15.5 oz. cans White Kidney Beans (cannellini) or Great Northern Beans, drained and rinsed 4 cups Chicken Broth, divided ½ cup chopped Onion 3 cloves Garlic, minced 1-16 oz. can Whole Tomatoes, undrained or 4-6 fresh Plum Tomatoes, peeled and chopped 2 t. dried Basil ½ t. dried Thyme Leaves 1 /8 t. White Pepper Combine one can of beans with two cups of the broth in a blender or food processor and blend until a smooth puree.

Transfer to a large saucepan. Stir in remaining ingredients.

Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 10-15 minutes, or until beans and tomatoes reach desired tenderness. Serves 4.

½ cup Light Ranch Dressing 1 large Tomato, cut into bite-size wedges 1-15 oz. can Black Beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup frozen Corn, thawed 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped

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Mexican Skillet Rice 1 lb. Lean Ground Beef or Turkey 1 medium Onion, chopped 2 T. Chili Powder 1 t. ground Cumin ½ t. Salt 3 cups cooked Brown Rice

In large skillet over mediumhigh heat, cook meat until brown, stirring to crumble, drain. Return meat to skillet.

In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients EXCEPT cheese and black pepper, with ranch dressing.

Divide between large salad plates and top with cheese.

Pass black pepper, preferably in a pepper grinder, so people can grind their own. Serves 4.

Add onion, chili powder, cumin and salt; cook until onion is tender. Stir in rice, beans and chilies; thoroughly heat.

Speedy Pork Cassoulet 3 boneless Pork Chops, cut into 3/4" pieces 1 T. Vegetable Oil 2 medium Onions, chopped 2 cloves Garlic, crushed 2-15 oz. can Great Northern Beans, rinsed and drained 3 /4 cup Chicken Broth 1 /3 cup chopped Sun-Dried Tomatoes, packed in oil, drained

1 t. Dried Rosemary, crushed 1 t. Dried Thyme, crushed ¼ t. Salt ¼ t. Black Pepper ¼ cup chopped Parsley ¼ cup seasoned Bread Crumbs

Heat oil in a deep saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onions and garlic until tender but not brown.

Top with tomato and garnish with cilantro if desired. Serve immediately. Serves 6.

Baked Beans Supreme 2-15 oz. can Pinto Beans, undrained 1-15 oz. can Navy Beans, undrained 1-2 cups Smoked Sausage, sliced 1-2 cups cooked Chicken, torn into pieces 1-10 oz. can Rotel Tomatoes ½ t. Garlic Powder ½ t. Salt

½ t. Basil ½ t. Oregano ½ t. Worcestershire Sauce ½ t. Pepper ½ t. Thyme ½ t. Dry Mustard ½ t. Chili Powder 1 fresh Garlic Clove 1 t. Cumin ¼ t. Red Pepper 1-2 medium Onions

In a large pot on the stove, cook onions, garlic and meat.

Stir in remaining ingredients and simmer on medium for a good 20 minutes or so, so that the flavors can meld.

Serve over rice. Serves 6-8.

Add pork, cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned.

Stir in beans, broth, tomatoes, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper.

Bring to boiling; reduce heat, cover and simmer 10 minutes or just until pork is tender, stirring occasionally.

Spoon cassoulet into individual soup bowls. Sprinkle each serving with parsley and bread crumbs. Serves 4.

Three Bean Pasta 1 lb. Bow Tie Pasta, uncooked 1-15 oz. can Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained 1-15 oz. can Chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 cup frozen Green Beans, thawed 1 small Red Onion, chopped

1-16 oz. can Pinto Beans, drained 2-4 oz. cans Diced Green chilies 1 medium fresh Tomato, seeded & chopped Fresh Cilantro for garnish

1 Red Bell Pepper, seeds and ribs removed, chopped 3 T. Dijon Mustard 2 T. Vegetable Oil 3 T. Red Wine Vinegar 3 T. chopped fresh Parsley

Prepare pasta according to package directions, drain.

Rinse under cold water and drain again.

In a large bowl, stir together the pasta, kidney beans, chickpeas, green beans, onion and bell pepper. In a small bowl, stir together the remaining ingredients. Toss pasta with dressing and serve. Serves 4-6.

Green Beans 1 lb. Green Beans 4 T. Butter ¼ cup Olive Oil ½ medium Onion, finely sliced

Salt & Pepper 1¼ cups Chicken Stock 1 T. minced Garlic

Place the beans in a pan of boiling salted water and cook for 6-8 minutes until firm but not raw, drain well.

Melt the butter in a pan, add the olive oil and heat, adding the onion and cooking for 3-4 minutes.

Add the beans, salt and pepper to taste and toss.

Add the chicken stock and garlic.

Cover and cook for about 10 minutes until tender.

Season well if desired and serve.

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In other activities, we had 5 members attend the district Land Judging contest in Butte. Even though no one placed, the small group enjoyed their scenic tour north, and learned quite a bit about soil types, and the proper use of the land.

Our Annual FFA Lock-in was most recently held on Friday, November 6th. We had 16 High School Members attend and put on games and leadership sessions for 19 Jr High students. This year’s sessions were titled “Trusting One Another”, “Communication for Beginners”, and “Building a Better Team”. State Officers, Katie and Lance also put on a session about how to use teamwork and leadership throughout our lives every day.

Ten High School members are currently preparing for District LSE’s which will be coming up on November 25, held in Howells. We will also be starting Livestock Judging practices later this month, anticipating the district contest in January. We are looking forward to the rest of this year, especially CDE’s next March, and MFE/ALD conference in February.

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Humphrey FFA Chapter Receives National Recognition

INDIANAPOLIS The National FFA Organization recently selected from a pool of more than 600 candidates nationwide the Humphrey FFA Chapter of Humphrey, NE, as a 3-star winner in the National FFA Chapter Award program. The chapter members were invited to attend the 82nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind.,

Oct. 21-24, 2009, where they were recognized for this honor.

The award program is a special project of the National FFA Foundation. The National FFA Chapter Award program recognizes FFA chapters for developing and conducting a detailed Program of Activities (POA). Each activity provides opportunities for members to excel in one of three areas: student, chapter, or community development.

Humphrey FFA Chapter activities in the award application included: Local Leadership Night, Ag Tour Day and the Bowl-A-Rama in Student Development, Fruit Sales, Ag Olympics and Splish Splash BBQ Bash in Chapter Development and Farm & Home Safety Day, Feed A Farmer...Feed the World and Barnyard in Community

On Thursday, October 8, the Humphrey FFA held their annual Farm and Home Safety Day. The Chapter invited the Fourth and Fifth graders from Lindsay Holy Family, Humphrey St. Francis, and Humphrey Public. Ninety-five students and teachers came for the presentations. The students learned about Basic First Aid conducted by Jim Wiehn, and Electrical Safety by Loup Public Power District. Humphrey FFA members presented sessions on Lawnmower Safety, Fire Prevention and Safety and Poison Prevention. The FFA Chapter then hosts a Safety Poster Contest for the students that attended Farm & Home Safety Day. The students were very excited about all the facts they learned and we hope they took the information

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November 12, 2009

Action-Packed Fall for David City FFA The David City FFA is in full swing with fall activities. The chapter started off with local Range and Land Judging contests held in Bulter County. Participates in Land judging included Dillon Hicks, Brad Meusch, Chris Kouba and Lukas Fricke and Brandon Barta. Participants in Range Judging included Chelsea Sidel, Jacob Swartz, Brandon Barta, Nolan Pittman, Brad Meusch, Chris Kouba, Lukas Fricke, and Dillon Hicks. Fricke received individual recognition in both.

Secondly, it was definitely a site to see, FFA members throughout the US, actually 60,000 of them, dressed in the traditional corduroy blue jackets proudly stating their hometown and state.

Seven members of the David City FFA Chapter were a part of this attending the 82nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana this past month. Students traveled with other Nebraska FFA members via charter buses and upon arrival attended opening session with keynote speaker Mike Rowe, host of “Dirty Jobs”. More than 1,300 booths representing both agriculture related companies and colleges allowed students to discover numerous agricultural careers and explore postsecondary job training and education. In addition, David City FFA members attended personal growth and leadership workshops, viewed the finals of Leadership Skills Events and Career Development Event contests as well as attended a hypnotist show. Members of the David City FFA Chapter that attended were Tylor Cemper, Lukas Fricke, Chris Navrkal, Amanda Clymer, Amanda Kahnk, Shelby Heineman, Ashley Lacy and advisor Jenny Kocian.

A tradition for the David City FFA is to sell “Nebraska Products”.

Members fundraise throughout the month of November. To promote these products the members will be giving a presentation at the local library and will give out samples at the event on November 18th. Our Nebraska product vendors include Karpisek Meats, Jisa Cheese, Ain't That The Berries!

Bakery and Market, Naturall Steaks, Ely Farms Pickled Goods and the Wahoo Meat locker.

Upcoming on November 25th are District 5 Leadership Skill Event contests. Events include Cooperative speaking, Natural Resource speaking, Creed speaking, Job Interview, Ag Demonstration, Parliamentary Procedure, Extemporaneous speaking and Public speaking. David City FFA members attending National District winners will participate at State Convention include, left to right: Lukas Fricke, Tylor Cemper, Ashley Lacy, Amanda Convention in April.

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Schuyler FFA Members Receive American Degrees During the National FFA Convention, held in Indianapolis on October 21-24, four Schuyler FFA members received their American Degree Award.

These members were Amanda Brabec, Jeremy Brabec, Ashley Bohac, and Angela Brichacek.

Ashley Bohac is the daughter of Curt and Patty Bohac. Her SAE area is Ag Production and Care Placement. Her SAE involved her working on her dad’s farm. For her SAE she did farm work, such as laying pipe, replacing gates, checking irrigation rows, irrigating, working on pivots, and many of the other jobs that are involved with working on a farm. Her major accomplishments in FFA were winning state proficiency in Ag Production and Care Placement, winning the Dekalb Award, and being Chairperson of the Year. Her major in college is International Studies, with a minor in Ag Economics. She is currently attending University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Angela Brichacek is the daughter of Stan and Sandy Brichacek. She completed her SAE by working at McClures in floriculture. Her SAE

includes designing floral arrangements, taking orders, delivering the flowers, and managing the floral shop. Her major accomplishments in FFA include getting the major degrees and going to WLC. Angela is attending the University of Creighton in Omaha and majoring in BioChemistry.

Amanda Brabec is the daughter of Richard and Renee Brabec. Her SAE area is in Turf Grass Management, Landscape Management, Agricultural Services, and Diversified Horticulture.

Her SAE involves Turf and Horticulture Services, she has a lawn mowing, power raking, trimming, hedging, edging and landscaping service. This entrepreneurship has helped her develop skills in marketing, mower maintenance, and proper weed and pest control.

Her major accomplishments in FFA are winning state in her Landscape Management Proficiency, second place in Turf Grass Management, and Diversified Horticulture Proficiency, and State Star in Agribusiness finalist. Amanda is current-

Schuyler FFA Chapter Jeremy J Brabec, 19, of the Schuyler Central FFA Chapter, in Nebraska was named the national winner of the Fiber and/or Oil Crop ProductionEntrepreneurship/Placement Proficiency award program at the 82nd National FFA Convention, Oct. 21-24, 2009, in Indianapolis, IN. Proficiency awards recognize FFA members who excelled as agricultural entrepreneurs, employees or volunteers while they gained hands-on career experience. Fiber and/or Oil Crop ProductionEntrepreneurship/Placement is one of 47 FFA proficiency award categories offered at local, state and national levels. Fiber and/or Oil Crop

Production Entrepreneurship/Placement proficiency award program is sponsored by Bunge North America and National FFA Foundation, as a special project of the National FFA Foundation.

Jeremy J. Brabec of Schuyler, Nebraska has always been involved in agriculture. The Schuyler FFA member manages his own crops, rotating between corn and soybeans. This has allowed him the opportunity to make his own decision and learn about crop production. He is supported in his endeavors by his parents, Mark and Sheila Brabec as well as his FFA advisors, Tom Wheeldon and Ryan Schroeder.

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Local businesses participated by sponsoring a Community Safety Net booklet on Personal Safety which were provide to all of the students. We would like to thank those businesses that helped make this possible: Class Partner – Lindsay Manufacturing, 1/3 Class Sponsor-A & H Building

and Supply, C Thomas Lounge and Lanes, Farmers CO-OP Association-Lindsay, Kudron’s Keg Inc., Madison County Veterinary Clinic and Vacin Inc. and Supporting Sponsors-Farmers State Bank, Heinen Electric, Helmer Automotive, Humphrey Feed & Supply, Main Street Market, Northland Customs & Classics, Parks of Nebraska, and Tri Star Transfer.

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Howells/ Clarkson FFA Chapter The Howells/Clarkson started off the year with the theme “this ain’t our first rodeo” as Howells and Clarkson Public Schools are once again sharing FFA chapters. The newly elected officers for the chapter are: President- Cody Hegemann Vice President- Heather Kampschnieder Secretary- Riley Kulhanek Treasurer- Julie Hegemann Sentinel- Matthew Brester Parliamentarian- Eric Coufal Reporter- Amber Burenheide The chapter has been busy so far this school year. Members had the opportunity to attend Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island, district land judging, and attending the National FFA Convention. The chapter qualified a team for state land judging which was held on November 3rd in Wolbach, NE. Those team members qualifying were Amber Burenheide, Jordan Brichacek, Adam Burenheide, and Trent Mastny. Eleven members from the chapter traveled to Indianapolis for the National FFA Convention. Those attending got an opportunity to see the John Deere Seeding Group in Moline, IL and took part in the Toby Keith concert, career fair and many other workshops while at convention.

The chapter has also been busy raising money, as it has started its annual fruit sales. The chapter has decided to sell fruit, cookie dough, meats and cheeses for its main fundraising activity for the year. In the next month the members will be preparing for district leadership skills events as Howells is the host school this year for district five.

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ly attending College of Saint Mary in Omaha, and is majoring in Business Information Systems with and emphasis in Electronic Commerce and Graphic Design, with a minor in Mathematics.

Jeremy Brabec, son of Mark & Sheila Brabec, is a 2008 graduate of SCHS. Jeremy’s SAE included Placement at Brabec Farms and Jedlicka Feeders where he was part of the row crop, forage, and cattle production. Jeremy also raised corn and soybeans on rented ground from his family. In his entrepreneurship cropping operation, Jeremy was involved with tasks from planting to harvesting, including the marketing of the grain, machinery maintenance, and record keeping. His major accomplishments in FFA include State Gold Proficiency in Fiber and/or Oil Crop Production Entrepreneurship, State Gold Proficiency in Diversified Crop Production, and National Winner in Fiber and/or Oil Crop Production Entrepreneurship. Currently, Jeremy is a sophomore at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, majoring in Agriculture Business.

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County Grain Prices as of 11/10/09 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

$3.62 $3.50 $3.57 $3.64 $3.59 $3.57 $3.58 $3.64 $3.47 $3.62 $3.61 $3.61 $3.59 $3.58 $3.61 $3.54 $3.68 $3.54 $3.62 $3.53 $3.55 $3.51 $3.57 $3.57 $3.53 $3.62 $3.60 $3.58

New Beans

$9.17 $9.03 $9.08 $8.93 $9.15 $9.09 $9.23 $9.25

Wheat

New Wheat

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New Milo

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$4.63

$3.24

$4.63

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Jan 934 1006

Dec Meal 278 300

Dec Oil 3586 3966

Soy Complex

Support: Resistance

Soybean trade has been higher this week due to outside market support and short covering. Heading into Thursday, the weekly net change is 15 higher on the November contract. Meal is lightly higher, and oil is up 200 points. The November USDA Supply and Demand report was released on Tuesday. The world ending stocks were increased to 57.39 million tons, up 2 million tons from last month, which was negative. We have the whole South American growing season ahead of us, but if weather is good supplies are expected to be ample. The U.S. yield number came up to 43.3 bushels per acre which was .6 above the average trade guess. This made the production number 3.319 billion versus the average trade guess of 3.262.

The carryover rose to 270 million versus

the average trade guess of 236 million.

The rally this week, following the negative USDA report, has caught weak market shorts off guard, which sparked renewed short covering. On the chart, resistance is just above the current market at $9.76 and $9.83 which are the 10-and 20-day moving averages respectively. A move above this area would promote additional buying interest, but upside should be limited due to renewed selling interest near $10.

Recent demand has been good, but it will be important for the export sales to remain firm on Friday if we want to continue our bounce. The weekly progress report listed 75% of the crop harvested which was in line with expectations. The crop ratings are no longer taken. Hedgers call with questions.

January 2010 Beans (CBOT) - Daily Chart - 11/12/2009 $4.09 $4.23 $4.74 $4.19 $4.52 $4.23 $4.45 $4.22 $4.35

$9.02 $8.93 $9.11 $9.15 $9.39 $9.02 $8.98 $8.88 $9.23 $9.14 $9.14

Open . . .9.780 High . . .9.860 Low . . . .9.654 Close . . .9.720 Change .+.040

$3.41 $3.22

$3.07 $3.20 $3.21

$4.27 $4.27 $4.30

$4.36 $4.10

$9.22 $9.10

$4.52 $4.21

$9.18 $9.14 $9.11 $9.08 $8.85 $12.50 $4.91

$4.51 $4.53

Pinto Oil Flowers (new) Spring Wheat(new)

Corn Corn trade has been higher this week due to short covering and the lightly supportive monthly USDA report. After three days of trade, the weekly net change is 27 higher on the December contract. The outside market influence has been supportive; crude is $1.82 higher, the dollar is down 72 and printed new lows, and the DOW is 261 higher. The November USDA Supply and Demand report was released on Tuesday. The domestic yield was reduced by over 1 bushel per acre to 162.9 and production was reduced to 12.921 billion bushels, both were just below expectations. The carryover came in at 1.625 billion bushels which was just 2 million bushels below expectations. The USDA world carryover was lower, as expected, coming in nearly 4 million tons below last month at 132.41 million tons. Beginning stocks were lowered by about 1 million tons and production by 3 million which were the major changes. The world balance sheet would suggest downside will be

$3.48 $3.37

Navy

Support: Resistance

N/A

Dec. 09 349 425

Dec. 10 403 466

limited in corn, but we of course have only seen a meek start to the US exports this crop year, so a mixed signal. The monthly USDA report was mostly neutral, but the market appeared to be looking for negative numbers. Harvest activity continues which should limit upside near-term, especially with nearby December around the $4 level. Some mold problems and high moisture levels should limit selling interest. On the chart the trend is bullish, but we appear to have found resistance. Key support is now at the 200-day moving average at $3.86, which is the highest major moving average. The weekly export sales will be delayed until Friday due to Veteran’s Day on Wednesday. On the weekly report, crop conditions improved 1% to 68% good to excellent. The harvest progress was only listed at 37% versus the 83% 5-year average. This is expected to be a very brisk harvest week. Hedgers call with questions.

December 09 Corn (CBOT) - Daily Chart - 11/12/2009

Open . . .3.980 High . . .4.024 Low . . . .3.920 Close . . .3.940 Change . .-.004

Milo

$4.23

$9.14 $8.93 $9.19

$3.65 $3.58 $3.63 $3.53 $3.53 $3.62

671 Northern Above Oil Flowers Above Spring Wheat

Beans

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Chicago 479 566

K City Minneapolis 482 502 571 582

Wheat

Support: Resistance

Wheat trade has been higher this week due to short covering and spillover support from the row crops. After three days of trade, the weekly net change is 34 higher in Chicago and KC, and Minneapolis is up 32. The November Supply and Demand report was released on Tuesday. The global carryover increased by around 1.5 million tons up to 188.28 million tons. The domestic carryover rose to 885 million bushels versus the average trade guess of 870 million and the October number of 864. The report did confirm the bearish fundamentals, but the recent poor weather has the trade concerned over a possible

reduction in planted winter wheat acres.

This has been noted for the firm trade this week. On the chart, the market moved back above the 100-day at $5.12; this should promote continued buying interest.

Nearby resistance is up at $5.62 which is the 200-day moving average. Spillover support from the row crops along with the dollar should continue to dictate trade.

The progress report listed 86% of the winter wheat crop planted versus the 93% 5year average. The crop ratings were 1% lower at 64% good to excellent. The weekly export sales will be delayed until Friday. Hedgers call with questions.

December 09 Wheat (CBOT) - Daily Chart - 11/12/2009 Open . . .5.330 High . . .5.380 Low . . . .5.280 Close . . .5.316 Change .+.086

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Hemingford FFA Members Attend Town Hall Meeting On Monday, September 28, four Hemingford FFA members attended a town hall meeting in Scottsbluff, NE. The meeting was held at the Scottsbluff National Monument Amphitheater and featured U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack and U.S. Secretary of Interior Ken Salazar. Prior to the start of the meeting the FFA members assisted with crowd control and parking. People from the panhandle, neighboring states and all across Nebraska were in attendance to ask questions and hear the administrations view on several issues facing agriculture and specifically agriculture in Nebraska. Gordon Karney, who accompanied the members to the meeting, said “It was a good educational experience for the members. It gave them a chance to see democracy in action and become aware of some of the current and future issues faced by American agriculture”. Members in attendance were seniors Tylor King, Tyler Olson, Seth Heitz and junior Brandon Roland.

On Friday, July 31st, three members of the Hemingford FFA officer team traveled to Vedauwoo, Wyoming for the annual FFA Officer Retreat. Officers in attendance were Tylor King (President), Tylor Olson (Vice President) and Andee Michael (Secretary / Treasurer. Officers not in attendance were Brandon Roland (Reporter) and Kayla Golka (Historian).

During the three days the officers camped out in the mountains of Wyoming they planned chapter activities, climbed mountains and rappelled off of cliffs. Chapter Advisor Gordon Karney taught rappelling during his tour of duty in the Marine Corps, he decided back in 1992 that this activity is a great character builder for FFA officers and since then has been teaching this skill to those who wish to participate. Helping with the training of this year’s officer team was guest instructor Boe Surbeck. Boe is a rappelling instructor with a

youth organization known as Teen Pak. Hemingford FFA President Tylor King stated “It was sure great having someone on both the top and bottom of the cliff to make sure you were doing things right”.

The purpose of the retreat is to plan chapter activities for the upcoming year and allow the officers a chance to get to know each other better.

Through this experience the officers also learn a lot about themselves. Rappelling down a 100 foot cliff or hanging from a 100 foot overhanging rock is quite a rush. It is a real confidence builder to know you have accomplished this.

We are looking forword to a great year with plenty of activities and involvement from our FFA members. The officers came up with some great ideas on how to increase membership and involvement in the FFA and we are excited about trying them out.

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Bayard FFA Chapter

November 12, 2009

Creek Valley FFA Report

By Ann Ford, Chapter Reporter

The Bayard FFA chapter is off to a good year. We have 66 members in our FFA chapter. We started off this year by taking our officers on a trip to Rapid City, South Dakota and Keystone, South Dakota. This year’s new officers are President, Katie Reichert; Vice President, Jacee Pilkington; Secretary, Jayla Hall; Treasurer, Katherine Meyer; Sentinel, Torey Armstrong; Reporter, Amanda Dechant; and Parliamentarian Mikah Schmall. When the officers took the trip they did some good building exercises to prepare them for the year to come. Once the school year began we held our annual Labor Auction. We raised a decent amount of money to help us out with the year to come. Our instructor, Mr. Rafferty, took the 2010 members to Husker Harvest Days. Shortly after, twelve of the members of the chapter went to the National Convention in Indianapolis. We also had the landjudging contest and competed at the state competition. Our FFA is planning to take a trip to the Denver Stock Show in early January. We are planning on welcoming our new members with the Greenhand Installation. We are looking forward to having a good year with the new comers and the returning FFA members.

Creek Valley FFA members have been working on different types of activities in the last three months.

In Sept. the Creek Valley FFA Officer team attended IMPACT in Scottsbluff on the ninth. On the 15, three CVHS ranging judging teams competed in District Range Judging contest in Deuel County . These members made up the junior team: Forrest Hendrickson, tenth; Shelby Selby, seventeenth; Luke Cavalli, nineteenth; and Clarice Ford, twenty-second. The second senior team placed fifth. The members were Jackie Kimbrough, twelfth and thirteenth; Justin Huff, fourteen; Sheana Hendrickson, eighteen. The first senior team won the contest. The members were Nels Anderson, first; Ashley Schievelbein, third; Cody Meyer, seventh; and Aaron Ward, twelfth and thirteenth.

Sept. 30 was when the first senior team and junior team competed in Ogallala for State Range Judging. The senior team placed twenty third and the junior team placed forty sixth. Individual placings were Nels Anderson, 23; Aaron Ward, 99; Ashley Schievelbein, 104; Cody Meyer, 109; Forrest Hendrickson, 109; Shelby Selby, 176; Luke Cavalli, 180; and Clarice Ford, 185.

Four CVHS FFA Members attended FFA Nationals in Indianapolis, Oct. 21-25.

CVHS FFA members that attended were all jun-

iors: Aspen Abrams, Kristine Bond, Ann Ford and Aaron Ward.

Mrs. Sarah Whiting, CVHS FFA sponsor and agriculture teacher, was the advisor on the trip.

Mrs. Rhonda Ward also attended as a sponsor.

McKenzie Steger, CVHS graduate, ran for a national FFA officer position but did not receive one. McKenzie also received her all American Degree, the highest award in the FFA. The theme of this year’s National FFA Convention was Lead Out Loud. The theme was woven into each of the sessions and workshops.

FFA chapters from all 50 states attended.

The conference also featured motivational speakers: Mike Rowe, host of “Dirty Jobs”; Hugh Grant, president of Monsanto; Harvey Alston, motivational speaker; Josh Sundquist, author of “Just Don’t Fall;” and Andrew McCrea, Oscar winning broadcaster.

Hearing the speakers and going to the career show was Aaron’s favorite part of Nationals.

National officers also gave their retiring address: Paul Maya, president; Nessie Early, secretary; Riley Branch, Western Region vice president; Laila Haji, Central Region vice president; Regina Holiday, Southern Region vice president; and Hannah Crossen, Eastern Region vice president.

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Cody-Kilgore FFA Chapter The Cody-Kilgore FFA Chapter attended the 82nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, on October 21-24, 2009. Members attending the Convention were Chelsea Fullerton, Aria Ford, Chance Vackiner, Colt Goodwin, Taylor Selting, Cody Compton, Marcy Kalenda, member of the National FFA Band, and Karisa Lamle, member of the National FFA Choir. Sponsors were Jerry Fullerton, Dale Kalenda, Elaine Lamle, and FFA Advisor Tim Nollette. The theme of this year’s national convention was “LEAD OUT LOUD” encouraging members to be active in the FFA and let their actions “Lead Out Loud. “ The opening session began with a spectacular light show along with the grand entry of the National FFA Band and Choir and the introduction of the National FFA Officers. The highlight of the evening was the keynote speaker Mike Rowe from “Dirty Jobs”. His humorous tone entertained as well as stated that we should be proud of our many “dirty jobs” in agriculture. The days were filled with other motivational speakers, tours, a

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Field house, Lucas Oil Stadium, Indiana Convention Center and Indiana State Fairgrounds.

The CVHS group left for Nationals on Oct. 20.

FFA members boarded a bus in North Platte which also pickup FFA chapters from Bayard, Centura, and Sioux County.

The bus drove through the night and arrived at Indianapolis 11 a.m. Eastern Time.

That night the group attended Opening Session 1B. In this session members saw a laser show and listened to speakers.

Oct. 22 the CVHS group a toured Blue Spring Caverns. After the tour they went to the Indiana Convention Center, where the career show was held. This was where the FFA Mall with stores to buy FFA merchandise was located. Later that night they went to the third general session. After that a dance was held for Nebraska FFA members.

On Friday, Oct. 23, the CVHS group attended a tour at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum and Track.

The last day of the convention was Saturday Oct. 24. The last general session was held at Lucas Oil Stadium. This is where McKenzie received her Currently, we are nearing the end of our annual fruit sales which will conclude on November 18th. American Degree with other FFA member from difThe fruit is expected to be delivered by the middle ferent states. of December. Along with our fruit sales, several of our members have been busy preparing for the District L.S.E at Chadron State College on Reach Over 393,000 Households with December 9th. We plan to send members in MIDLANDS CLASSIFIED Senior Public Speaking, Junior Public Speaking, Natural Resource Speaking, Cooperative Contact Farm and Ranch Network TODAY for more information!

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The career fair included everything from the National Guard to learning about biotechnology and highlighted many of agriculture’s premier industries and colleges. The tours included NCAA Hall of Fame Museum, which offered a lot of activities including a scavenger hunt. Indiana Downs is a relatively new horse racing track that races both Standardbred and Throughbred horses.

Much was learned about the operation of a horse race track. Our last tour included a lap around the Indianapolis Speedway and grand tour of Indianapolis Speedway Museum. The museum was filled with many race cars and painted a magnificent picture of auto racing.

Our final keynote speaker was Josh Sundquist, a cancer survivor, who lost his leg from bone cancer while in elementary school. Josh encouraged us to not run away from the “bulls” in our life and to make the most out of our situations.

South Platte FFA News The South Platte FFA has 29 members this year, making it one of our biggest enrollments ever. We are looking forward to another exciting year, and hope to find success along the way. Our 2009-2010 officers are: President: Cameron Christensen, Vice President: James McClung, Secretary: Crystal McClung, Treasurer: Kyle Krause, Reporter: Pam Radke, and Sentinel: Mikel Dowdy. The remaining FFA members include the following: Amber Peterson, Anna Wilkins, Arabella Gift, Carissa Hendon, Celeste Gift, Heather Sauers, Hunter Walker, Jason Brown, Jason Dolezal, JC Lanckriet, Jennifer Sauers, John McClung, Kailin McClung, Katie Krause, Kelly Rogers, Marlon Bongalon, Seth Waterman, Shannon Bogenhagen, Shawn Dehning, Sky Waychoff, Tammy Moorhead, Terryl Peterman, and Tim Hill.

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Farmers: Cap and trade a jolt to electrical costs "We think of coal as the cheap-to-run technology, but that could change," said James Bushnell, the leader of ISU's Economics and Biobased Industry Center.

Bushnell said coal plants produce more carbon emissions. Because they are bigger polluters than natural gas, nuclear or hydro-powered plants, clean air legislation could penalize coal-fired plants.

About 60 percent of the electricity generated in Nebraska is from coal. In Iowa, it's about 50 percent, but that's shrinking with advances in wind generation. Wind power now generates almost 15 percent of Iowa's electrical supply, according to the Iowa Utilities Board.

Higher costs associated with cap and trade would be passed along to consumers, Bushnell said.

That's what occurred after the European Union enacted cap and trade regulations in 2005.

Electrical rates rose initially, Bushnell said, but they have declined somewhat because the global recession caused a drop in electrical demand.

He said other factors contributed to the declining rates. Chief among the factors was the drop in value of carbon allowances sold to polluting industries, including coal-burning utilities.

Bushnell said U.S. cap and trade legislation aims to avoid some of the mistakes in the EU approach, but the Europeans' clean air experiment provides few hints on how U.S. farmers might benefit from a carbon offset market.

"There's not a lot to learn from Europe on agricultural offsets," he said.

Wolfe said higher electrical rates would force him to trim his dairy's operating costs, but he is uncertain how he could absorb added electrical expenses of from $30,000 to $100,000 per year.

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Some observers believe electrical rates could increase by 30 percent to 100 percent.

Dairyman Steve Wolfe paid $95,436 last year to power his Wolfden Dairy south of Kearney. He said any up tick in electrical costs could be crippling as the U.S. dairy industry battles a weak market for milk.

"I can't say I'm confident we could weather it.

Right now, we're losing money hand-over-fist.

Sooner or later, one more straw will break the camel's back," said Wolfe, who milks 550 cows and raises corn on 430 acres.

Iowa pork producer Sam Carney said his industry is in the same money-losing bind as dairy, so higher electrical costs could have a severe effect.

"When you're already losing $22 per pig, that's only adding fuel to the fire."

Carney's confinement operation produces 6,000 pigs per year near Adair, a town of 970 in east-central Iowa. He is president-elect of the Iowa Pork Producers Association.

As Carney and his son rushed last week to catch

up on soybean and corn harvests, he said higher electrical rates are just one of his concerns about cap and trade.

He said if forests are planted to boost carbon sequestration, the result could be fewer acres to produce the crops that feed livestock. Carney said that as many as 60 million acres could be replanted to trees, and that could make a significant dent in crop production.

Fewer crops would mean higher feed costs at the same time farmers are already contending with higher electrical bills, Carney said.

Retired Kearney businessman Ron Larsen sits on the Nebraska Public Power District Board of Directors and said he is extremely concerned about the potential effects of cap and trade on electrical rates.

"I think you would see the percentage increase among all the types of users, whether it's an irrigator or a household," Larsen said.

He believes cap and trade could cause rate increases of from 30 percent to 100 percent.

Larsen said cap and trade legislation is still in flux, so it is difficult to accurately predict how it could affect rates. However, an expert on the energy industry at Iowa State University believes utilities that rely on coal-fired generating plants will be harder hit than others.

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Overseas soybean buyers get on the farm experience

By Lisa Brichacek, The Wahoo Newspaper WAHOO - Edmund Samaniego works for a company that buys soybeans and turns them into feed for livestock.

Samaniego was one of more than a dozen people who came to the United States last week to see where those soybeans come from.

An international trade mission brought a group of people from the Philippines for a week-long tour of American agriculture.

"The most important thing with the trip is developing a relationship with the farmers," said Marie Marte.

Marte owns MCM Enterprises in the Philippines. Her company helps to market imported products such as soybeans and has an exclusive contract with AGP. Marte said trips like these are very worthwhile.

"It's very important to put a face to the product," she stated. "It establishes trust."

Samaniego, who buys both soybeans and corn from the United States, said he was really impressed with what he saw on his visit to the United States. He was equally excited about the tour at the Kremlacek farm. He and his wife, Mae Samaniego, were able to make a round in the combine with Kremlacek's son, Paul.

"It was really an experience," Samaniego said.

"It was amazing."

His wife agreed.

"I wish we had this technology back there," she said.

But, the big equipment that they got to see last week would have some drawbacks in the Philippines.

"We don't have these big vast, open areas," Mae Samaniego added.

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Mishek accompanied the group on the tour, which included a stop in Saunders County.

Bill Kremlacek hosted a lunch and, then, gave a tour of his farm west of Wahoo.

Kremlacek was in the Philippines in 2005 as part of a American Soybean Association soy trade mission.

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Body condition is vital because a low score could mean problems during calving and for future reproduction success. A mature cow should be at a body condition of five, and first-calf heifers should be at six. First-calf heifers require the higher score because their bodies are still growing and adjusting to lactation. It is often a good idea to separate heifers from mature cows and feed accordingly as they approach the last trimester.

Grazing cows on corn stalks over the winter months is common among producers because it provides inexpensive, quality forage. Although

improved corn varieties, one acre of stalks will feed one cow for approximately 40-45 days.

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Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium Convenes in Lincoln Nov. 21-23 LINCOLN, Neb. — The seventh annual Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium Nov. 21-23 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will introduce Nebraska high school students to beef industry careers, current issues and an opportunity to use their leadership skills in product development activity.

In addition, six $500 scholarships for UNL's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources will be presented.

The three-day symposium, geared toward Nebraska high school juniors and seniors, features presentations on goal setting, leadership development, food safety and international beef promotions, said Dennis Brink, UNL animal scientist. Students also will experience presentations in beef quality assurance and the latest meat science technologies.

"This education symposium will give students hands-on presentations on innovative cattle production practices and a variety of other opportunities from marketing to networking with sponsors and panel members," Brink said.

A career opportunity discussion and banquet will be the evening of Nov. 22. Several UNL grad-

uates will give their perspectives on the importance of a college education and what it takes to make it in the "real world." Numerous career areas within the beef industry will be represented by the panel members.

A marketing project will allow students to take on the role of a national retailer or restaurant chain. Students will be responsible for creating a new beef product and designing a final marketing plan presentation.

"NYBLS is a great opportunity and experience you can't afford to miss, even if you are remotely interested in animal science, and livestock, especially beef cattle. It's a great way to meet new friends who are interested in the same things you are, and get to know the animal science faculty at UNL too. I've had an amazing time at NYBLS and met some great people," said Kyle Clymer, a past NYBLS participant.

For more information about the Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium or to register, contact Matt Spangler at (402) 472-6489 or mspangler2@unl.edu or Sara Ellicott at (402) 6248030 or sellicott2@unl.edu or visit Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium.

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NORTH PLATTE, Neb. -- A three-year University of Nebraska–Lincoln study, conducted at the Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory and the West Central Research and Extension Center in North Platte, demonstrates what a cow eats during late pregnancy affects her calf, said a UNL specialist.

Fetal programming, or the affect on the calf made by treatment of the pregnant cow, can be economically significant, said Rick Funston, beef reproductive physiologist at UNL’s West Central Research and Extension Center. Both birth and weaning body weights can be affected by manipulating the cow’s ration. Steers’ harvest quality grade and heifers’ time of puberty can also be influenced.

During the study, four similar groups of cows grazed winter range. Two received a protein supplement; two did not. Four groups of cows grazed corn residues, two with protein supplement and two without. This study was repeated over three years.

Study results revealed cows grazed on corn residues and supplemented with protein had slightly heavier calves at birth than any of the others. At weaning, the apparent affect of supplementation had nearly disappeared from the corn residue system. Supplemented cows on winter range weaned calves equal to those on corn residue. Unsupplemented winter range cows’ progeny, however, were 30 pounds lighter on average at weaning than those from any of the other treatments.

Although steers’ average daily gain in the feedlot was similar among treatments, both final live body weight and hot carcass weight were greater for steers from supplemented cows grazing winter range but not corn residue. More steers from supplemented cows achieved United States Department of Agriculture quality grades of Choice or greater regardless of grazing system.

Heifer calves achieved similar weight gains regardless of dam treatment, but those born to cows grazing winter range without supplement were lighter at breeding and pregnancy diagnosis then any others. Although heifers from supplemented cows were younger at puberty, treatment did not affect final pregnancy rate.

Unsupplemented cows grazing winter range were lighter when the calving season started. By the time they weaned their calves, however, the affect of supplemental protein had disappeared.

The cows that grazed corn residues were heavier, despite similar body condition scores. Their subsequent pregnancy rates were not affected by treatment.

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Support: Resistance

Live cattle trade has been lower this week due to chart selling and poor fundamentals. Heading into Thursday, the weekly changes are 135 lower on the December contract.

There has been some cash activity in the $83-84 area / $132 area in the north which is bearish. The Live Cattle chart continues to look poor; the December contract is below all major moving averages and printed a

new low for the move on Wednesday.

Expect follow-through selling. The good weather has helped the feedlot performance and forecasts call for this to continue. The cutout finished lower with choice down 39 at 139.82 and select down 107 at 133.73.

Seasonal tendencies are for lower trade from late October into December. Hedgers call with questions.

December 09 Live Cattle (CBOT) - Daily Chart - 11/12/2009

Open . .84.450 High . .84.650 Low . . .83.450 Close . .83.650 Change . .-.950

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Hogs

Support: Resistance

Lean hog trade has been lightly lower this week due to profit taking by market longs. After three days of trade, the weekly net change is 10 lower on the December contract.

Cash trade has held steady giving support to our sideways trend. We still need to be concerned that the product market may not hold up near term, some of this due to the

light slip in beef prices, which would pull cash lower. On the December chart trade has been very narrowly mixed the past several days. The market is holding between the December 20-day, at 5532, and 10day, at 5665. If we break out of this range near-term then expect followthrough direction. Hedgers call with questions.

December 09 Hogs (CBOT) - Daily Chart - 11/12/2009

January 10 Feeder Cattle (CBOT) - Daily Chart - 11/12/2009 Open . .55.900 High . .56.450 Low . . .55.550 Close . .55.600 Change . .-.025

Open . .94.450 High . .94.450 Low . . .93.425 Close . .93.475 Change .-1.250

Nebraska Weekly Weighted Average Feeder Cattle Report

Week Ending: 11/09/2009 MARKET: Bassett Livestock Auction, Bassett, NE; Burwell Livestock Market, Burwell, NE; Ericson/Spalding Auction Market, Ericson, NE; Huss Livestock Market LLC, Kearney, NE; Imperial Livestock Auction, Imperial, NE; Lexington Livestock Market, Lexington, NE; North Platte Livestock Auction, North Platte, NE; Ogallala Livestock Auction Market, Ogallala, NE; Tri-State Livestock Auction, McCook, NE; Valentine Livestock Auction, Valentine, NE Receipts: 26,332 Last Week 11,276 Last Year 23,450 Compared to last week steers trended mostly steady to 4.00 higher. Heifers weighing less than 550 pounds traded 1.00 to 2.00 lower and heifers over 550 pounds trended steady to 4.00 higher. Temperature fluctuations has put pressure on the demand for those non-weaned light calf offerings without shots. Demand for all other offerings moderate to good. Feeder steers made up 59 percent of total receipts, heifers 41 percent. Weights over 600 pounds were 32 percent of total offerings.

Feeder Steers Medium & Large 1

Feeder Steers Medium & Large 1-2

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

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

179 . .303-346 . .331 .115.00-136.00 . .128.77 376 . .355-398 . .382 .113.00-136.50 . .123.30 982 . .400-449 . .431 .101.50-129.00 . .120.10 1452 .451-499 . .482 . .99.50-123.75 . . .114.80 10 . . . . .459 . . . .459 . . . .116.00 . . . . .116.00 2358 .500-548 . .525 . .96.00-117.50 . . .109.49 62 . . . . .504 . . . .504 . . . .116.00 . . . . .116.00 2892 .550-599 . .570 . .91.50-113.00 . . .104.65 2225 .600-649 . .625 . .88.00-110.60 . . .102.48 986 . .652-698 . .671 . .91.75-103.25 . . . .98.99 249 . .655-690 . .668 .107.20-109.00 . .108.06 547 . .700-745 . .720 . .90.00-104.25 . . . .97.42 336 . .758-799 . .775 . .91.00-97.50 . . . .95.97 349 . .802-846 . .824 . .93.75-98.10 . . . .96.10 108 . .854-878 . .864 . .90.75-97.75 . . . .95.58 161 . .906-936 . .921 . .93.75-95.00 . . . .94.42 7 . . . . . .961 . . . .961 . . . . .89.25 . . . . . . .89.25 16 . . . . .1002 . . .1002 . . . .83.75 . . . . . . .83.75

9 . . . .365-398 . .380 131 . .403-444 . .429 126 . .464-498 . .482 167 . .503-544 . .527 81 . . .562-596 . .582 11 . . .645-649 . .648 17 . . . . .660 . . . .660 7 . . . . . .898 . . . .898

.105.00-109.00 . .107.14 .107.75-117.00 . .111.34 . .98.50-110.00 . . .105.29 . .90.00-105.75 . . .101.51 . .93.50-100.00 . . . .97.08 . .85.50-92.50 . . . .87.40 . . . . .92.50 . . . . . . .92.50 . . . . .87.50 . . . . . . .87.50

Feeder Heifers Medium & Large 1 Head . . . .Wt . . .Avg Wt . . .PriceAvg . . . . . .Price 17 . . .273-286 . .279 176 . .306-349 . .331 510 . .350-398 . .384 837 . .400-448 . .424 30 . . .419-423 . .422 2058 .450-498 . .477 13 . . . . .486 . . . .486 1829 .500-549 . .527

.105.00-114.00 . .108.64 .103.00-119.75 . .112.89 . .97.00-116.00 . . .106.27 . .95.00-112.00 . . .104.32 .106.00-109.00 . .106.99 . .90.50-106.25 . . . .99.74 . . . .109.75 . . . . .109.75 . .85.00-100.00 . . . .94.30

17 . . . . .545 . . . .545 . . . .100.00 . . . . .100.00 39 . . .546-547 . .547 .101.75-106.00 . .102.62 1276 .550-599 . .570 . .86.00-107.00 . . . .94.33 255 . .553-592 . .569 .106.00-112.75 . .110.01 705 . .600-649 . .621 . .82.50-106.00 . . . .91.71 50 . . . . .645 . . . .645 . . . . .95.00 . . . . . . .95.00 67 . . . . .602 . . . .602 . . . .109.25 . . . . .109.25 335 . .651-699 . .676 . .84.25-95.00 . . . .91.81 281 . .702-745 . .721 . .82.50-95.10 . . . .90.85 579 . .751-799 . .775 . .80.00-94.75 . . . .91.85 407 . .800-845 . .816 . .78.00-94.60 . . . .92.35 122 . .854-890 . .866 . .89.50-93.20 . . . .92.37 52 . . .900-941 . .909 . .82.25-88.25 . . . .86.49 21 . . .951-986 . .965 . .76.50-88.00 . . . .84.50 28 . .1016-1033 .1021 . .82.00-84.75 . . . .83.95

Feeder Heifers Medium & Large 1-2 Head . . . .Wt . . .Avg Wt . . .PriceAvg . . . . . .Price 15 . . .323-346 . .340 .104.00-105.00 . .104.25 5 . . . . . .377 . . . .377 . . . . .99.50 . . . . . . .99.50 34 . . .410-440 . . 422 . .95.00-97.75 . . . .96.80 15 . . . . .540 . . . .540 . . . . .91.75 . . . . . . .91.75 10 . . . . .565 . . . .565 . . . . .90.00 . . . . . . .90.00

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Year Ago: 164,820

Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . .Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,986 . . . . . . . .1,300-1,500 . . . . . . . . . . .82.00-87.00 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8,180 . . . . . . . .1,244-1,463 . . . . . . . . . . .82.00-88.00 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20,995 . . . . . . .1,180-1,500 . . . . . . . . . . .84.00-88.00 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 . . . . . . . .1,400-1,400 . . . . . . . . . . .88.00-88.00

Weighted Averages (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ($) 1,435 . . . . . . . . . .84.03 1,385 . . . . . . . . . .85.61 1,349 . . . . . . . . . .87.01 1,400 . . . . . . . . . .88.00

Live Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Weighted Averages Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,054 . . . . . . . .1,200-1,400 . . . . . . . . . . .80.00-87.50 1,315 . . . . . . . . . .84.44 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,081 . . . . . . .1,095-1,350 . . . . . . . . . . .82.50-88.00 1,265 . . . . . . . . . .85.88 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,732 . . . . . . .1,050-1,325 . . . . . . . . . . .85.00-88.00 1,201 . . . . . . . . . .87.22 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .452 . . . . . . . .1,200-1,230 . . . . . . . . . . .87.00-88.00 1,225 . . . . . . . . . .87.16 ======================================================================================================= Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . .Head Count . . . .Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Weighted Averages Slaughter Steers (Beef Breeds): (Paid on Hot Weights) (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,000 . . . . . . . . .801-945 . . . . . . . . . . .132.00-139.00 874 . . . . . . . . . . .134.18 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,129 . . . . . . . . .800-960 . . . . . . . . . . .128.00-137.00 880 . . . . . . . . . . .133.71 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,614 . . . . . . . . .732-950 . . . . . . . . . . .130.00-140.00 875 . . . . . . . . . . .134.95 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 . . . . . . . . . .781-829 . . . . . . . . . . .134.00-140.00 796 . . . . . . . . . . .138.10 Dressed Basis Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Count . . . . Weight Range (lbs) . . . . . . . . .Price Range ($) Slaughter Heifers (Beef Breeds): Over 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,941 . . . . . . . . .750-929 . . . . . . . . . . .132.00-134.00 65 - 80% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6,604 . . . . . . . . .740-887 . . . . . . . . . . .132.00-134.00 35 - 65% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3,150 . . . . . . . . .657-950 . . . . . . . . . . .133.00-140.00 0 - 35% Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-

Weighted Averages (lbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .($) 818 . . . . . . . . . . .133.86 801 . . . . . . . . . . .133.46 716 . . . . . . . . . . .138.59 - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-

NEBRASKA HAY SUMMARY Week Ending 11/06/2009 Eastern Nebraska: Compared to last week limited sales trending mostly steady. Demand and trade activity very light.

Ground and delivered hay trading steady. Pellet sales steady, with light to moderate demand and trade activity.

Northeast Nebraska: Alfalfa: Ground and Delivered to feedlots 75.00-95.00. Dehydrated alfalfa pellets, 17 percent protein: 175.00-185.00.

Platte Valley of Nebraska: Alfalfa: Good Round Bales 80.00-85.00; Fair Round Bales 65.00-75.00. Grass: Large Square Bales 105.00-110.00; Good Round Bales 80.00-85.00. Ground and Delivered to feedlots 95.00-100.00. Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets, 17 percent: 175.00-185.00.

Western Nebraska: Trade and movement very slow. Hay prices mostly steady. Demand moderate to good for heavy supplies. 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.

Detailed Quotations Western Nebraska Alfalfa Premium 90.00-110.00 Sm. Sqrs. 5.00/bale Good 75.00-90.00 Fair 60.00-75.00 Utility 55.00 Ground & Deliv. New Crop 90.00-110.00

Weekly Weighted Averages (Beef Brands): Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .31,280 . . . . . . .1,364 . . . . . . . .86.46 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .28,319 . . . . . . .1,235 . . . . . . . .86.49 Dressed Del Steer . . .14,951 . . . . . . .876 . . . . . . . .134.25 Dressed Del Heifer . . .12,695 . . . . . . .784 . . . . . . . .134.83

Week Ago Averages:

Mixed Grass 70.00-75.00 Wheat Straw 50.00

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.

Year Ago Averages: Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price

Live FOB Steer . . . . . .47,704 . . . . . . .1,347 . . . . . . . .86.90 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .46,466 . . . . . . .1,209 . . . . . . . .86.82 Dressed Del Steer . . .22,586 . . . . . . .894 . . . . . . . .133.85 Dressed Del Heifer . . .17,436 . . . . . . .807 . . . . . . . .134.71

Head Count Avg Weight Avg Price Live FOB Steer . . . . . .43,563 . . . . . . .1,336 . . . . . . . .93.02 Live FOB Heifer . . . . .36,750 . . . . . . .1,207 . . . . . . . .93.13 Dressed Del Steer . . .31,750 . . . . . . .896 . . . . . . . .144.29 Dressed Del Heifer . . .26,104 . . . . . . .790 . . . . . . . .145.17

• St. Joseph Sheep - Week Ending Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 • Prior Week Slaughtered Lamb Head Count -- Formula : Domestic - 19,566; Imported - 0 Slaughtered Owned Sheep: Domestic: 5,552 Head; Carcass Wt: 58-87 Lbs.; Wtd Avg Wt: 73.7; Wtd avg. Dressing: 50.2%; choice or better; 99.1% YG 91.2% Domestic Formula Purchases: . . . .Head . . .Weight (lbs) . . .Avg Weight . . . . . .Price Range . . . . . . . . .Wtd Avg 58 . . . .under 55 lbs . . . . . .37.8 . . . . . . . .220.00 - 227.24 . . . . . . . .224.12 415 . . . . .55-65 lbs . . . . . . .59.4 . . . . . . . .185.46 - 187.68 . . . . . . . . .187.60 10,471 . . . .65-75 lbs . . . . . . .71.6 . . . . . . . .172.77 - 203.33 . . . . . . . .194.63 7,249 . . . .75-85 lbs . . . . . . .78.1 . . . . . . . .172.44 - 206.58 . . . . . . . .192.06 467 . . . .over 85 lbs . . . . . .87.0 . . . . . . . .174.20 - 193.35 . . . . . . . .188.96

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Heartland Express

November 12, 2009

A Tale of Two Plans

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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On Saturday November 7, 2009, the House of Representatives engaged in a historic debate over two distinct health care proposals. Those hours were the end result of months of town hall meetings, congressional hearings, and conversations with constituents.

Millions of Americans have written, called, and emailed to express their feelings about H.R. 3962, the Affordable Health Care for America Act. I, personally, have met with Nebraskans throughout the Third District and received thousands of calls, emails and letters – on both sides of the issue.

It has been an emotional debate, as there are for issues as important as health care.

On this Saturday, though, Congress had two distinct options in front of them – the Democrat majority’s version and the Republican alternative.

Speaker Nancy Pelosi chose to introduce legislation which imposes heavy taxes and fees on both individuals and businesses, including a burdensome “play-or-pay” tax on businesses which cannot obtain affordable employee coverage. The bill costs $1.5 trillion dollars and creates more than 118 offices, bureaus, commissions, programs and bureaucracies charged with such obligations as “establishing waiting lists” and determining “categories of covered treatments.” In effect, the legislation creates a new level of bureaucracy – the super bureaucrat.

The taxes and fees included in Pelosi’s bill will

cost our economy 5.5 million jobs while imposing $729.5 billion in news taxes on small businesses – at a time when these same small businesses are our best bet to rebuild our economy.

This misguided attempt at health care reform disqualifies Health Savings Accounts, which provide more than eight million people with access to lowcost health coverage, and would cause 10 million seniors enrolled in Medicare Advantage to lose their coverage.

By contrast, the alternative I supported takes an incremental approach to restructuring the health care system. It uses market-based principles and would trim costs through strict limits on medical malpractice lawsuits, expanding health savings accounts, allowing consumers to buy insurance from out-of-state companies, and providing tax breaks for insurance purchases.

The Republican alternative would reduce health care premiums up to 10 percent and lower federal budget deficits by $68 billion, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office.

The contrast couldn’t be clearer – the version I supported would lower health care costs without launching more spending, higher taxes, and increased federal mandates.

Unfortunately, this option was defeated along party lines by a vote of 258 to 176.

Yet, the House Majority ignored Americans’ concerns and pushed through a bill which would imple-

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ment a government takeover of health care which actually increases costs and adds billions to our ever-growing federal debt.

The Speaker’s version – which passed along party lines by a vote of 220 to 215 with 39 Democrats joining nearly every Republican – represents a new level of federal bureaucracy designed to centralize health care decision making in Washington D.C. at the expense of patient-centered care. It will invariably lead to more expensive, less responsive health care.

It is regrettable Congress did not work in a bipartisan manner to craft legislation which would make health care affordable and accessible at a price tag our nation could actually afford. Instead Congress took another path – a path which costs $1.5 trillion, puts bureaucrats between patients and their doctors, and creates untold new layers of federal bureaucracy.

The silver lining is this was but the first of many steps for this bill. The Senate has yet to act on its version – after which the two chambers must combine their respective bills. This process is expected to extend into early next year.

Unfortunately for now, Democrats in Congress have decided to take a path which overspends, under delivers, and fails to fix what is broken.

Nebraska Has Key Role in National Defense

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

One of the most important components of America’s security is deterring attacks on our vital interests at home and abroad. Nebraska plays a key role in this through the U.S. Strategic Command, better known as STRATCOM, head of the nation’s nuclear and strategic forces, which is headquartered at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska.

I am honored that I recently was appointed as chairman of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, which provides oversight of STRATCOM, but also has much broader responsibilities.

They include U.S. nuclear and strategic forces, ballistic missile defense; intelligence programs, space programs, information warfare in cyberspace; Department of Energy defense-related nuclear and environmental programs; and a number of related budgets.

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Missile Defense Agency; the National Reconnaissance Office, the National GeospatialIntelligence Agency; and the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board.

America faces new national security opportunities and challenges in the 21st Century, and our plate will be full on the strategic forces subcommittee. Among issues I expect we’ll address are a new nuclear treaty with Russia, missile defense issues and ensuring America is ready for threats to our national security on land and in space.

A New Headquarters Beyond national defense, my new role will be helpful to Nebraska. It compliments efforts I’ve been pursing in the Senate Appropriations Committee for a new STRATCOM headquarters.

Replacing its aging headquarters is one of my top priorities.

In the Fiscal Year 2009 budget we were able to Subcommittee on Strategic Forces obtain $10 million to begin planning and design for In addition to STRATCOM, the subcommittee a new facility. This year it looks like the also has oversight of: military space commands; the Administration has built into its budget another

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$13 million to keep that work going.

I am hopeful that we will see significant progress in the next couple of years toward replacing a mid20th Century headquarters building that is home to 21st Century technology. It is long overdue, as STRATCOM’s headquarters was built in 1957 and has weathered the five decades since with little renovation.

Working with Local Communities As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and now Chairman of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee, I will continue to work closely with the Omaha and Bellevue chambers of commerce, in addition to business leaders and others in Nebraska to assure that STRATCOM and Offutt remain modern and relevant. The contributions of STRATCOM and Offutt are considerable and we must continue working together to support their mission and operations, for the good of Nebraska and America.

Taking Care of the Vulnerable

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

Lincoln Office: 294 Federal Building 100 Centennial Mall North Lincoln, NE 68508 Tel: (402) 476-1400 Fax: (402) 476-0605

Dear Nebraskans, Nebraskans should be very proud of the progress our state has made in transforming mental health services. We are now looked upon as a national leader in this area. I am very pleased to have introduced a bill that would adjust our nation's policies to follow Nebraska's good example by helping those facing mental illnesses, as well as the physically and developmentally disabled, to access affordable housing. For them, the move to an apartment is an important part of gaining independence and contributing to our communities.

The Frank Melville Act, which I introduced with Democrat Senator Bob Menendez, is a good first step in reforming how housing is constructed, streamlined, and prioritized for this deserving population. I was proud to participate in a hearing on this important bill last week to highlight how it translates ideas at the local level translate into good policy at the national level.

As Governor, I initiated several programs to improve the lives of those with mental and physical disabilities. In fact, it's a big reason for my

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initial interest in public service. We implemented real reform that increased the number of people receiving mental health services within their communities and increased the chances for these citizens to achieve recovery and participate in their communities.

One aspect of the transformation in Nebraska has been a flexible rental assistance program. It can be an invaluable tool in providing affordable housing opportunities for low-income people with disabilities. My bill would mirror this improvement at the national level by giving greater control of housing and voucher programs to state agencies.

Currently, the Department of Housing and Urban Development is in charge, which many believe has caused a backlog, bureaucratic red tape, and long waiting lists. This change would allow state agencies to better respond to and meet the needs of their citizens.

The Melville Act would also increase the number of available housing units built for those with disabilities and mental illnesses. Aside from simply creating more space for these citizens, it would

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emphasize the idea of community by creating an entirely new category for integrated multifamily projects. Condominiums and other residential communities do far more than simply provide a roof and windows. They provide neighbors, friends, projects and activities-the opportunity to interact with others.

Last weekend, it was my privilege to address hundreds of mental health consumers at a national conference held in Omaha. They gathered in Nebraska because our state rejected tired old stereotypes and embraced the advances of medicine when we modernized mental health services.

It was inspiring to see the familiar faces of some of the very people who fought to get that reform across the finish line - now organizing conferences and leading discussions. It highlighted for me how important it is for us to provide this deserving population with opportunities to contribute to their communities. The Frank Melville Act opens new doors, and I'm proud to support it.

November 12, 2009

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Heartland Express - District 9 FFA

Burwell FFA Attends 82nd National Convention Held in Indiana

DISTRICT 9 Ashley Broken Bow Burwell Elba Greeley Wolbach Loup City Loup County North Loup-Scotia Ord St. Paul Sandhills Sargent SEM Wheeler Central

Another Year in FFA Tyler Schindler, FFA Reporter In the 2009-2010 school year, the Wheeler Central FFA chapter currently has 55 members.

The students have been busy competing, traveling, volunteering, and learning about different areas of agriculture. The competitions that Wheeler Central is attending include CDE’s, LSE’s, various range judging, District Range Judging, various livestock judging, District Livestock Judging, State Fair, and County Fair. The FFA members also get to do various activities like taking trips, and the Ericson 4th of July Parade. Many students attended camps over the summer, including: range camp, livestock judging camp, and WLC. The Wheeler Central FFA members are able to volunteer at the cemetery clean-up, highway trash pickup, the Lions Club Ground Hog supper, and the Alumni Banquet.

Recently six students had the honor of attending the National FFA Convention. The students saw three amazing speakers, Mike Rowe, Hugh Grant, and Josh Sundquist. The students went to many places in Indianapolis. They first got to visit the NCAA Hall of Fame where the students took a small tour and then had a scavenger hunt. For the scavenger hunt there were two teams; the boys team and the girls team. The teams pitted their rivalry against each other, but it was the girls who were victorious. The FFA members saw many beautiful sites and took many pictures. The next place of interest visited was the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. In the Speedway students

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Those who attended the National Convention were Ethan Kovarik, Garrett Drudik, Tucker Stout, Cory Johnson, James Porter, Cody Cassidy, Brock Alejos, and Cody McBride. The group departed Tuesday, October 20th, at seven o’ clock p.m. and drove to Grand Island to meet up with a charter bus with other FFA members from across Nebraska. After a long night of traveling across Nebraska, Iowa, Indiana and part of Illinois we arrived at our hotel in Indianapolis around 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday. After checking into the hotel students grabbed a bite to eat and then changed into our Official Dress and traveled downtown to attend the opening ceremony of the National Convention. Mike Rowe, the host of Discovery Channels show “Dirty Jobs”, was the keynote Continued on page 21 speaker for the session. He talked about the

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On the morning of Thursday, October 22nd, the group traveled to the famous Indianapolis Speedway.

Students visited the Speedway Museum and gift shop and went on a special tour of the track area, which pointed out all the finer points of the speedway. That afternoon the members took in the FFA Career Show and Shopping mall for a short stint and conducted radio interviews for the Broken Bow radio station. That evening the members returned to the Conseco field house (home of the Indiana Pacers) and attended the Third General Session. During this session we heard National Officer Riley Branch give his retiring address to the group and also

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S-E-M FFA Chapter Seven members of the S-E-M FFA Chapter attended and competed at the National FFA Convention during the week of October 21-24.

Members traveled on the 16 hour bus ride with students from Amherst, Cambridge, Broken Bow, Burwell, and Red Cloud. Once at the convention the FFA members attended the keynote address,

by Mike Rowe. Rowe, famous for his TV show on the Discovery channel, gave an inspirational message about finding a career you can enjoy. On Thursday members attended the career fair where they received information about different colleges, businesses and organizations. They also attended a work shop on giving your best effort in every area of your life. Friday brought about an interesting day where members toured the NCAA Hall of champions in Indianapolis, visited the career fair more, and attended the Proficiency awards session.

This was important because in the days preceding, S-E-M FFA president Emily Ibach had been competing in the Ag Processing area. Emily, who is a senior, raises herbs at her

local garden in Sumner and sells them at Farmers Markets in Kearney and to retailers in the Kearney area. While at convention, Emily attended an awards luncheon and went through a several hour interview process. She competed against FFA members from Oklahoma, California, and New York. Emily is the first member of the S-E-M FFA Chapter to be a National winner or receive recognition on the National Level. Sadly, Emily was not the national winner in her proficiency, but the exciting part about the process was that Emily can compete again next year with her still growing business. In Recognition for being a finalist, Emily received a plaque and $500. Finally, to conclude the convention the FFA members attended the American Degree Ceremony in Lucas Oil Stadium where the Indianapolis Colts play football.

Members who attended the convention include Seniors - Jacob Pierce and Emily Ibach, Juniors Lauren Ibach, Sara Simmons, and Alyssa Jeffrey, and Sophomores - Dillan Line and Austin Pierce.

St. Paul FFA Chapter

The St. Paul FFA Chapter of St. Paul, Nebraska is a very active chapter. During the summer, we went on a Nebraska tour. We attended many agrelated companies including: Blue Valley Fisheries in Sutton, Oak Tree Farms in Davenport, SCC in Beatrice, and the Heart Institute in Lincoln. Also during the summer, our 2009-2010 officer team went on an Officer Retreat in Valentine. We canoed on the Niobrara River and discussed our goals for the upcoming year. Our Officer team included: Blake Thomsen, President; Beth Wroblewski, Vice President; Kelly McCarty, Secretary; Crysta Naylor, Treasurer; Matt Zulkoski, Reporter; Zach Watson, Sentinel; Kyle McCarty, Parliamentarian; Rachel Lewandowski, Chaplain; and Austin Rathman, Student Advisor.

The chapter hosted a Pancake Feed and HiredHand Auction to help raise money for our chapter.

Members of our chapter attended River City Round-up and assisted with the Purina Barnyard.

S-E-M STAYS BUSY LEARNING RANGE Twenty members attended FFA Nation Convention MANAGEMENT AND RANGE JUDGING in Indianapolis. There we visited the Indianapolis Continued from page 1 Art Museum, the Indianapolis Raceway, and Blue Springs Caverns. Also, we attended convention Reservoir. The results were as follows. Junior State Range Judging The S-E-M FFA Chapter traveled to Ogallala and listened to key note speakers Mike Rowe and Division: 3rd Lance English, 8th Brandon Trampe, 15th Cy Barns, 17th John O’Neill, 18th last Wednesday to participate in the Nebraska Harvey Alston.

Quinten Malcom, 19th Austin Pierce, 21st Joe State Range Judging Contest. S-E-M had 24 memHarshbarger, 23rd Dillan Line, 28th Nolan Smith, bers compete and 5 received ribbons. Results were FARMERS: CAP AND TRADE 44th Jessica Lourenco, 47th Tyler Bowden, 54th as follows. Junior Division: A JOLT TO ELECTRICAL COSTS Tabitha Anderson, Dillan Line, Austin Pierce – Calvin Frerichs, 63rd Kristen Karlberg, 65th Continued from page 14 Brookelyn Trampe, 81st Chase Erwin, and 85th Green Ribbons (top 25%) Senior Division: John Sleicher. There were 122 contestants in the One approach would be to incorporate green techAlec Ibach 10th, Evan Ibach 21st – Both Green Junior Division. Senior Division: High Individual nology, such as a methane digester, to capitalize on was Alec Ibach, 2nd Travis Line, 5th Dylan Smith, Ribbons. dairy cows' waste. However, Wolfe said digesters Sara Simmons, chapter Treasurer stated that an 6th Lauren Ibach, 9th Emily Ibach, 10th Evan aren't cost-effective until herds reach about 2,000 Ibach, 18th John Frerichs, 19th Jacob Pierce, 45th important aspect of the state contest in Ogallala head.

He plans to continue fertilizing his corn with Sara Simmons, 49th Nissa Brown, and 54th was, “freshening up on some plants at the practice manure.

Alyssa Jeffery. There were 100 contestants in the site before the contest.”

A third-generation dairyman, Wolfe moved his Senior Division. Also the team of Alec Ibach, Even operation from Virginia 12 years ago to reduce feed Ibach, Dylan Smith, and Jacob Pierce received a and electrical expenses. Now, he wonders what to first place ribbon. do if cap and trade erases his electrical savings.

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ANOTHER YEAR IN FFA

Ord FFA Chapter Kris Hornickel, Ord FFA Reporter The Ord FFA has had a very busy summer and fall. They have competed in many competitions from livestock judging, to showing livestock at the Nebraska State Fair. They have also spent countless hours doing summer activities including a used tire collection, a highway trash pickup, a household hazardous waste collection, and much, much more. The following events are some of the highlights of the summer and fall for the Ord FFA members.

August 3rd - 5th, five Ord FFA members represented Nebraska in the National Envirothon Contest held in Ashville, North Carolina after winning the state Envirothon contest. Members of this team included Amanda Duvall, Sam Krikac, Debra Wray, Aaron Kokes, and Kris Hornickel.

Dave Ference and Alyssa Smola were the sponsors attending. The group landed in Charlotte, North Carolina, then drove to the University of North Carolina, located in Ashville. The kids spent the first few days studying for the contest. They also toured the Biltmore House, the Cherokee Indian Reservation, and enjoyed a southern style BBQ with live music and square dancing. The next day the students headed out to the testing site to complete their tests which consisted of six areas: soils, wildlife, forestry, aquatics, current issues, and a 20-minute presentation. For the first five sections, the students filled out a test as a team, using tools and examples provided to answer questions. The following day for the presentation the team was given a scenario. The scenario was that the city of Ashville wanted to build a new Environmental Center, and your team had to come up with a detailed plan on the location, construction, and effects the Center would have on the people, as well as the environment around it. After receiving the scenario, the teams were sent to individual rooms for a 9-hour period to prepare their presentations. The following morning, the teams gave their presentation to the judges. The finalists presented again in front of the entire group of participants, numbering over three hundred. The awards were then handed out to the winners. All in all it was a great experience.

Continued from page 19 Big Bluestem, or Sand Bluestem? Lemon scurfpea, or slimflower scurfpea? Sands or sandy?

These are just a few of the questions the Ord FFA students were asking themselves at the Sargent range judging contest held September 15th. The Ord FFA did very well at this competition. In the senior division Liz Vavra received tenth, Christie Schauer received eighth, Tom Sheppard received seventh, Tom Krciliek received fifth, Debra Wray received second, and Kris Hornickel took home first place. The team consisting of Homero Gallegos, Tom Krciliek, Debra Wray, and Kris Hornickel came home with the first place plaque.

In the junior division Taylor Hornickel received fifth, Dusty Staab received eighth, and Dylan Miller received seventh. The team consisting of Cole Svoboda, Dylan Miller, Dusty Staab, and Taylor Hornickel took home second place The Ord FFA range judgers traveled to Ogallala to compete in the Nebraska State Range Judging contest held September 29th-30th. Those members attending were Sydney Krumel, Amanda Sheppard, Brittney Bruha, Kelsey Anderson, Homero Gallegos, Debra Wray, Justin Melia, Christie Schauers, Liz Vavra, Austin Ries, Dylan Miller, Taylor Hornickel, Cole Svoboda, Tom Sheppard, Johnny Ference, Kris Hornickel, Tom Krcileik, and Dusty Staab. The contestants traveled down a day early to get in some extra practice on the local plants. In the junior division Brittney Bruha placed 122nd, Austin Ries 118th, Amanda Sheppard 99th, Kelsey Anderson 31st, Sydney Krumel 28th, Dusty Staab 16th, Taylor Hornickel 15th, and Johnny Ference took home first place individual. The team consisting of Johnny Ference, Taylor Hornickel, Dusty Staab, and Sydney Krumel received 2nd place junior team. In the senior division, Justin Melia received 52nd, Tom Sheppard 48th, Homero Gallegos 23rd, Christie Schauer 12th, Tom Krcilek 9th, Debra Wray 6th, and Kris Hornickel received 4th place individual. The team of Justin Melia, Tom Sheppard, Liz Vavra, and Tom Krcilek received 5th while the team consisting of Christie Schauer,

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Greeley-Wolbach FFA Chapter Lauren Deisley, Greeley-Wolbach FFA News Reporter The Greeley-Wolbach FFA chapter has had a busy summer and fall season. Sophomore, AnnaLisa Glenn, placed 5th at the District horse judging contest held at the Pitzer Ranch near Ericson in May. In June, the junior team of Ryne and Kara Donovan, Kaitlyn Wood and Lindsay Lammers placed 2nd at the State Horse Judging contest held in Norfolk. The senior team of Mitchell Cockerill, Kim Wood, AnnaLisa Glenn and Kimberly Graff placed 4th. A team attending from Laurel-Concord qualified for the national FFA convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Sophomore, Kim Wood, placed 4th individually in the Senior Division. In July, Senior, Mitchell Cockerill, won the Burwell livestock judging contest held in conjunction with the Burwell Rodeo.

The junior team of Lindsay Lammers, Kaitlyn Wood, Sidney Wood and Kara Donovan placed 2nd, other competitors were AnnaLisa Glenn, Makenzie Cockerill, Ryne Donovan and Ashlynn Wood.

Tire Pick-Up in Greeley On September 10th, 19 Greeley-Wolbach FFA members took part in the Tire Pick-Up. Residents from around the Greeley area brought in truckloads of old tires to be recycled. Students unloaded, stacked, and counted each tire brought in. The tires would be sent to Kansas to be made into park benches and used in playgrounds.

Members attending were: Eighth Graders Kara Donovan, Ashlynn Wood and Kaitlyn Wood, Freshmen Ryne Donovan, Jesse Lammers, Shyana Hansen, Zachary Houtby, Connor McQuillan, Bryan O’Connor and Clay Wood, Sophomores Makenzie Cockerill, Lauren Deisley, AnnaLisa Glenn, Jacob Killinger and Edmund Smyth, Junior Justin Anderson and Seniors Mitchell Cockerill, Adam Imus and Terry Kehler.

District Range Judging at Valentine Greeley-Wolbach FFA members attended the District Range Judging contest in Valentine, Nebraska on September 22nd. There were more

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Fifteen Greeley-Wolbach FFA members took part.

Those attending in the Sr. Division: Mitchell Cockerill and Hannah Smyth. Those in the Jr. Division were Makenzie Cockerill, Lauren Deisley, AnnaLisa Glenn, Edmund Smyth, Zach Houtby, Jesse Lammers, Bryan O’Connor, Clay Wood, Kara Donovan, Ashlynn Wood, Kaitlyn Wood, Jayden Erickson, Ej Graff, Emily Houtby, Lisa Kehler, Lindsay Lammers, Trey Nekoliczak, Desiree Wadsworth, and Bryce Wood.

The senior individual scores of Mitchell Cockerill and Hannah Smyth were Mitchell with 292 points and 49th place and Hannah with 173 points and 86th place. The junior team of Jesse Lammers, Bryan O’Connor, Makenzie Cockerill and AnnaLisa Glenn received 5th place with 359 points. The team of Trey Nekoliczak, Lindsay Lammers, Desiree Wadsworth and Bryce Wood received 13th place with 933 points. The team of Clay Wood, Ed Smyth, Zach Houtby and Lauren Deisley received 31st place with 796 points. With 752 points and 36th place was the team of Jayden Erickson, Emily Houtby and Lisa Kehler. The last team of Kara Donovan, Ashlynn Wood and Kaitlyn Wood received 41st place with 716 points.

Receiving green ribbons were Jesse Lammers with 359 points and 9th place, Bryan O’Connor also with 359 points and 10th place, Ej Graff with 345 points and 14th place, Kara Donovan with 337 points and 17th place, Trey Nekoliczak with 324 points and 29th place, Lindsay Lammers with 305 points and 46th place and with 304 points and 47th place was Desiree Wadsworth.

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Kehler, Lindsay Lammers, Colin Oakley, Desiree Wadsworth and Bryce Wood.

The senior team of Lauren Deisley, Makenzie Cockerill and Mitchell Cockerill received 25th place and 1002 points. Their individual scores were Lauren Deisley with 364 points and 71st place, Makenzie Cockerill with 349 points and 82nd place and Mitchell Cockerill with 289 points and 109th place.

The junior teams of Ej Graff, Kara Donovan and Colin Oakley received 35th place and 863 points.

Trey Nekoliczak, Lindsay Lammers and Desiree Wadsworth received 37th place with 819 points.

Bryce Wood, Jayden Erickson, Ashlynn Wood and Lisa Kehler received 38th place with 853 points.

AnnaLisa Glenn, Kaitlyn Wood and Zach Houtby got 41st place with 819 points. Their individual scores were Bryce Wood with 359 points and 64th place, Trey Nekoliczak with 349 points and 73rd place, Ej Graff with 315 points and 110th place, AnnaLisa Glenn with 306 points and 117th place, Kara Donovan with 286 points and 132nd place, Kaitlyn wood with 272 points and 139th place, Colin Oakley with 262 points and 146th place, Jayden Erickson with 256 points and 152nd place, Lindsay Lammers with 256 points and 155th place, Desiree Wadsworth with 248 points and 161th place, Zach Houtby with 241 points and 167th place, Ashlynn Wood with 236 points and 168th place and Lisa Kehler with 219 points and 170th place.

Greeley-Wolbach FFA Advisor, Mr. Swett, says he is, “proud of his students’ hard work and dedication to the FFA.” The members of the GreeleyWolbach FFA have worked hard and will continue to do so.

Jill Petersen of Loup County Receives National FFA Degree

On September 30th, seventeen Greeley-Wolbach FFA members attended the State Range Judging competition in Ogallala. Over 330 members from all over the state attended the contest. The Greeley-Wolbach FFA members who attended were Mitchell Cockerill, Makenzie Cockerill, Jill Petersen received the American FFA Degree Lauren Deisley, AnnaLisa Glenn, Zach Houtby, at the 82nd Nation FFA Convention in Kara Donovan, Ashlynn Wood, Kaitlyn Donovan, Jayden Erickson, Ej Graff, Emily Houtby, Lisa Indianapolis on Saturday, October 24, 2009. It is the highest degree awarded by the National FFA Organization and recognizes Jill’s demonstrated leadership abilities and outstanding achievements in agricultural business, production, processing STATE BANK SCOTIA and service programs.

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DESPITE DELAYS, STATE RECORD CROP PRODUCTION STILL EXPECTED Continued from page 1 ond highest of record at 247 million bushels, unchanged from last month and 9 percent above last year. Yield is forecast at 52 bushels per acre, unchanged from last month and one bushel above the record high set in 2007.

Nationwide, the USDA reported that soybean production is forecast at a record-high 3.32 billion bushels, up 2 percent from the October forecast and up 12 percent from last year. Based on Nov. 1 conditions, yields are expected to average 43.3 bushels per acre, up 0.9 bushel from last month and up 3.6 bushels from 2008. If realized, this will be the highest U.S. yield on record.

American Farm Bureau Federation economist Terry Francl, who farms in Howard County, expects another drop in corn production nationwide in the January report because of the late harvest.

"The real concern over much of the country for corn is not yields, but quality and drying costs due to the wet weather," Francl said. "Particularly in Illinois, there are reports that yields are good, but drying costs are up, which will put a real crimp on farm income."

The USDA Nebraska crop report also said that: _ Sorghum production is forecast at 11.8 million bushels, down 7 percent from last month, 38 percent below a year ago and the smallest production since 1955. Yield is forecast at 84 bushels per acre, down six bushels from the previous month and down seven bushels from last year. " Sugarbeet production, at 1.29 million tons, is up 53 percent from 2008, a result of more acres for harvest and a larger yield. " Potato production is forecast at 8.1 million hundredweight, down 2 percent from a year ago.

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OVERSEAS SOYBEAN BUYERS Continued from page 15 the United States. Both said they would be sharing that information once they got home.

That is something that Marte said is equally important about trips such as these.

"It widens their perspective now to know better the system," she added.

Marta said getting her buyers on the farms helps her to do her job better. She said if something happens in the market or with the crop, she can better explain the problem or issue.

Other stops in the United States included more

producers, warehouses, processing plants and shipping ports.

Mishek said the Philippines is one of the top overseas buyers of soybeans.

"And, they show no signs of slowing down," he added.

A similar group visited Saunders County on a similar tour several years ago. Mishek said some of the people on this tour were the children of people on that previous tour.

MULTICOLORED ASIAN LADYBIRD BEETLES - LADYBUGS Continued from page 3 Ohio State University Extension suggests that repellent insecticides can be applied to exterior siding, including around eaves, attic vents, roof overhangs, and doors and windows. Pre-test a small area to ensure that the chemical treatment does not stain or discolor siding. Wettable powder and microencapsulated formulations seem to be most effective against ladybird beetles. These formulations are not readily available to the homeowner, so it may be necessary to enlist the services of a licensed pest management professional.

Residual pyrethroids include a variety of active ingredients, such as bifenthrin, cyfluthrin, cypermethrin, deltamethrin, lambda-cyhalothrin, or tralomethrin.

For more information about using insecticides, check out the following websites: *Ohio State University Cooperative Extension: http://ohioline.osu.edu/hse-fact/1030.html *West Virginia University Extension:

http://www.wvu.edu/~agexten/ipm/insects/ladybeetle.htm Timing is important. If the treatment is done too early, the insecticide will lose its effectiveness and repellency. If insecticides are applied after the first cold snap of fall, the lady beetles congregating indoors will be unaffected and it may be a wasted treatment.

Because of the expense and difficulties of an exterior whole house treatment and the problems with timing, this type of treatment may not be practical way of dealing with multi-colored Asian lady beetles.

Again, vacuuming lady beetles is as effective as insecticides and is recommended strategy.

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BURWELL FFA ATTENDS 82ND NATIONAL CONVENTION HELD IN INDIANA Continued from page 19 from Hugh Grant, chairman of the board, president, and chief executive officer of Monsanto. After the session the members headed back to the hotel and enjoyed a dance with other FFA members from across Nebraska.

The rainy morning of Friday, October 23rd the group traveled to and toured the Indiana Downs Race track. This is one of two horse racing tracks in Indiana and it features cart racing horses. The tour took us behind the scenes of a race track and showed the regulations and rules that individuals and race horses have to follow. After the tour we returned to the Convention and the students went to explore the FFA Career Fair, Shopping Mall, and Educational Workshops. That evening the group attended the Seventh General Convention Session. During this session we listened to National FFA Vice - President, Hannah Crossen, give her retiring address and also U.S.A. ParaOlympian, Josh Sundquist, gave the keynote address for the evening. Mr. Sundquist talked about how sometimes in life we are handed great challenges and we can make two choices: overcome the challenges or let them get us down. He was a very inspirational speaker. After the convention session the group returned to the hotel for another dance with fellow Nebraska FFA members.

On Saturday morning we loaded the bus and headed back to the convention. We attended the Eighth General Session of the convention where the FFA American Stars Awards were given along with the American FFA Degrees. This event took place at Lucas Oil Stadium the home of the Indianapolis Colts. During this session we watched over 130 Nebraska FFA members receive their American FFA Degrees. Three of these members were past students of Mr. Simpson’s from the Elgin FFA Chapter. After the Nebraska American Degrees were awarded we headed to the bus to start the long trip home. Mr. Simpson and the eight Burwell FFA members returned to Burwell around 2:30 a.m Sunday, October 25th.

Many great memories were made during the convention and it was a valuable learning experience for all members in attendance. The eight Burwell FFA members that attended were part of nearly 50,000 FFA members from across the United States that traveled to the Convention. There are nearly 500,000 members involved in FFA across the United States today. The FFA strives to make a positive difference in the life of students through Premier Leadership, Personal Growth and Career Success.

Homero Gallegos, Debra Wray and Kris Hornickel took home 2nd place.

A few days later, the Ord FFA range judgers traveled to the Old West Regional Range Judging Contest held this year in Glendive, Montana. Old West is a regional contest that includes contestants from the states of Nebraska, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota. The 1,444 mile drive it took to get to and from Montana was well worth it for the Ord teams.

Those who attended were Johnny Ference, Taylor Hornickel, Dusty Staab, Sydney Kruml, Tom Krcilek, Christie Schauer, Kris Hornickel, Debra Wray, Homero Gallegos, Liz Vavra, Thomas Shepperd, and Justin Melia. Placing individually in the junior division was Taylor Hornickel 5th and Johnny Ference won the division taking home first place. The junior team of Johnny Ference, Taylor Hornickel, Dusty Staab, and Sydney Kruml placed third overall. Those students placing in the senior division were Tom Krcilek 10th, Christie Schauer 3rd, Kris Hornickel 2nd and Debra Wray took home first in the senior division. The team consisting of Tom Krcilek, Christie Schauer, Kris Hornickel, and Debra Wray won the competition.

The team received a $250 check and a plaque. The group of students got to stop and see Mt. Rushmore and many other unique places. They all had a lot of fun.

Ten Ord FFA members attended the National FFA Convention held in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The students traveled in two vans, staying overnight in Missouri before continuing on the rest of the way to Indianapolis. The students checked in and then went to the Indianapolis 500 Speedway for a tour. They got to take a lap around the track, riding in a tour van.

The next morning, Debra Wray presented a Senior Public Speaking speech on "The Ethanol Bubble". After winning the competition at the state level she was awarded the chance to compete at the national level and received a Silver Medal.

After watching the speech, the FFA members went to explore the Career Show inside the convention center. They also browsed the FFA Store for any good bargains. After a long day they went back to the hotel to get some much needed sleep for the next day.

The students spent the next day walking around the Career Show, attending general sessions, and checking out the three-story mall downtown. At one of the sessions they got to watch keynote speaker Mike Rowe from the TV series "Dirty Jobs". They also got to visit the National FFA Center. They rounded off the day by going to a Toby Keith concert in the newly completed Lucas Oil Stadium. All in all it was a very exciting day.

Early the next morning, the FFA students were off to save seats to watch the presentation of the American FFA Degrees. Less than 1% of FFA members will ever achieve this degree. It is the highest degree FFA members can achieve. This year the Ord FFA chapter was represented by three students receiving this degree. These students included Leighton Wier, Ryan Psota, and Jamie Hornickel. Sandy Psota, Steve and Sue Hornickel were present to see their son and daughter receive their awards. Leighton's SAE included working on the family ranch and raising purebred Labrador dogs to sell. Ryan Psota's SAE included working on the family farm and raising cow/calf pairs. Jamie's SAE consisted of a photography business, as well as raising poultry and swine. After the ceremony the students bid farewell to Indiana and headed home for good old Nebraska.

Ord FFA members are looking forward to their annual Fall Ball on November 13th, held in the ag shop and featuring country music. (Jeans are required.) FFA members look forward to this dance each year where "everyone dances and if you can't swing, we'll teach you."

On December 2, Ord will host the District LSE's.

See ya there!

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November 12, 2009

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: FRIDAY, November 19th. The next Heartland Express will be printed on Thursday, November 26th.

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2 PT DRAW BAR $150., (308) 436-4369 IA - SICKLE MOWERS 7’, $275 TO $775, (712) 299-6608 1003 - SWATHERS

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FOR SALE - CONT’D KS - ‘88 HONEYBEE 36 FT CANVAS. GOOD COND. DUAL 18 FT. HDS & ADJ REELS W/PICKUP FINGERS. LAYS ONE 5 FT OR 2 3FT WINDROWS PER SWATH. GOES FROM FIELD TO ROAD POSITION IN 1 MINUTE. $25,000. WILL SELL EXC. IH 5488 TRACTOR AS A UNIT FOR $50,000., (785) 462-4231 1005 - RAKES WANTED TO BUY NE - LH CHANNEL IRON FRAME ON NH56 OVER 56B SIDE RAKE, AND A WHEEL, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE IA - WWW. RAKEWHEELS. COM, (712) 366-2114 IA - ROWSE 14 WHEEL, SIDE DELIVERY, GOOD CONDITION, (641) 745-5228 1006 - BALERS FOR SALE NE - BALER BELTS AND CHAINS; BEARINGS & FLANGES, (308) 587-2344 NE - BELTS FOR MOST BALERS & SWATHERS, (308) 587-2344 AL - ROUND BALER BELTING: LRGST DEALER IN US. ORIGINAL BELTING FOR ALL ROUND BALERS INCLUDING NEW JD IN STOCK! SAVE HUNDRED$! FREE SHIPPING ANYWHERE! NO 800#, JUST BEST PRICES. SINCE 1973. HAMMOND EQUIP. MC/VISA/DISC/AMEX OR COD, BALERBELTS.COM, (334) 627-3348

FOR SALE KS - 1996 NEW HOLLAND 2550, 16 FT HEAD, $26,000.00, (620) 340-3358 KS - NEW HOLLAND 2216 HEAD, $5,000.00, (620) 340-3358 KS - NEW HOLLAND 2218 HEAD W/2300 ADAPTER TO FIT 9030 BI-DIRECTIONAL, $9,000.00, (620) 340-3358 NE - JD 240, 14’, (308) 836-2667 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

FOR SALE - CONT’D 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, (308) 962-5474 NE - VERMEER 605F, (308) 836-2667 IN - MINIATURE HAY BALER, PAYS FOR ITSELF IN 2 DAYS, BALE SIZE 8 1/2 X 4 1/2 X 3 5/8, MADE FROM 1/4” & 1/8” STEEL, THE STEEL UNIT IS POWDER COATED. CLEAN AND GREEN CORP., (219) 765-0500 NE - JD 530 BALER, (308) 882-4588 WI - BALER KNOTTER RESURRECTIONS: ALL HAVE REBUILT KNOTTERS. BUYSELL-TRADE-FIX BALERS. ., (715) 556-1400 KS - JD 348 WIRE BALER, EXCELLENT CONDITION, $10,000.00, (785) 2554579 KS - 3 POINT PLASTIC BALE WRAPPER. WEATHERPROOFS BALES IN PLASTIC. PRESERVES NUTRIENTS, EXTENDS STORAGE LIFE, $750.00, (785) 6735560 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

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1007 - BALE MOVERS/FEEDERS FOR SALE - CONT’D ID - NEW HOLLAND BALE WAGONS, ALL MODELS, CAN DELIVER/ FINANCE/TRADE, WWW. BALEWAGON. COM, (208) 880-2889 NE - 2008 KOSCH 8 BALE RETRIEVER, USED ONE SEASON, LIKE NEW CONDITION, PRICED WAY LESS THAN NEW!, (308) 348-2065 NE - HAYBUSTER MDL 1100 TUB GRNDR, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 1009 - STACKERS/STACK MOVERS FOR SALE ID - NEW HOLLAND BALE WAGONS, ALL MODELS, CAN DELIVER/ FINANCE/TRADE. WWW. BALEWAGON. COM, (208) 880-2889 NE - NEW FARMHAND CHAIN & SPROCKETS, (308) 467-2335 IA - HESSTON 30 STACKER AND STACK MOVER, (641) 745-5228 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) 3366103 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 - JD SILAGE WAGONS & HIGH DUMPS, 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, SELFPROPELLED, 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 NE - NH 1044, 119 BALES, GOOD, $3,500.00, (402) 545-2255 1016 - SILAGE EQUIPMENT FOR SALE NE - 7600 SILAGE CHOPPER. A VERY NEW 3208 CAT DURA-DRUM KNIVES. 3 HEADS FIELD READY. 308-991-4633, (308) 425-6883 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) 587-2344 NE - PRITCHETT TWINE, NET WRAP & AG SALES; CONTACT US TODAY FOR QUOTES ON YOUR NET WRAP, TWINE AND AG SUPPLIES, JERALD PRITCHETTO’NEILL, NE 402-340-4154 OR J. J. PRITCHETT-O’NEILL, NE 402-340-0890 WWW. BALERNETWRAP. COM - BALERNETWRAP@HOTMAIL. COM, (402) 3364378 IA - JD HAYLOADER, (712) 299-6608 IA - ROTARY CUTTERS, 5’, 6’& 7’, $375 TO $1475, (712) 299-6608 1101 - TRACTORS WANTED TO BUY NE - IH 560 DIESEL, (402) 336-2755 NE - MF 35, 50, 65, 135, 235, 245, OR 255 TRACTOR, (402) 678-2277 NE - BUYING TRACTORS FOR SALVAGE MOST MAKES AND MODELS, (800) 5824303 MO - AC D17’S & UP, SALVAGE OR GOOD, (816) 378-2015 MO - IH 560 TO 1566, SALVAGE OR GOOD, (816) 378-2015 NE - LATE MODEL JD 4020, ANY CONDITION., (402) 369-0212 MO - LINDSAY BRO WAGON, NEED PARTS: 6 BOLT HUB #Q563, (816) 3782015

1101 - TRACTORS WANTED TO BUY - CONT’D NE - 2-24. 5 X 32 REAR TRACTOR TIRES, (402) 256-3696 FOR SALE IA - JD B’S 1937 TO 1950, (712) 2996608 IA - IH NICE SUPER C W/LOADER, (712) 299-6608 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, (800) 582-4303 IA - IH, NICE SUPER C W/WF, 2PT, (712) 299-6608 IA - OLIVER SUPER 88D, WF, PS, (712) 299-6608 IA - OLIVER SUPER 77G, WF PS, (712) 299-6608 IA - IH 300U, W/HYD BUCKET, $4,500.00, (712) 299-6608 IA - JD A, 1935, (712) 299-6608 MO - IF YOU HAVE FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE OR WANTING TO BUY/USE: WWW. DEERTRACS. COM -OVER 1, 500 ADS ONLINE, (877) 470-3337 IA - NEW FOTON 82 HP, CAB, AIR, 4WD, PERKINS ENGINE $26,600, 40HP FOR $11,900, (515) 462-3800 IA - NEW FOTON 25 HP, 4WD, DIESEL, 3PT, PTO, $8,600.00, (515) 462-3800 NE - 8 HOLE 15” TRACTOR FRONT WHEELS, FITS IHC, (308) 587-2344 IA - AC WC ROAD PATROL, 12’ BLADE, (712) 299-6608 NE - JD 4020 W/ NEW TIRES, NEW DIESEL INJECTOR PUMP, (308) 4785451 CO - PARTING OUT 4386 IH, NEW CLUTCHES, PRESSURE PLATE, ENGINE SOLD., (303) 536-0124 IA - AC WD45, WF, PS, LOADER, (712) 299-6608 IA - IH-B WITH WOODS 60”PT, $2,550.00, (712) 299-6608 IA - AC-WC 1938 ELECTRIC START, $1,850.00, (712) 299-6608 NE - IHC 1486, WEIGHTS, 20. 8 X 38 DUALS, 3 HYDS, GOOD PAINT AND FIELD READY, (402) 923-1721 NE - 5010 JD HANCOCK SELF LOADING SCRAPER, OLDER UNIT, (308) 436-4369 IA - SUP A, H, M, MTA, 350, 460, 560 TRACTORS, (712) 299-6608 NE - 6 VOLT GENERATOR FOR AC, WC OR WD-45, $25, (402) 564-5064 WI - HESSTON4700, $5999, JD336, 24T & 14T, NH851, 273 & 65. ALL HAVE REBUILT KNOTTERS BY BALER KNOTTER RESURRECTIONS., (715) 556-1400 NE - 2 JD DR WH & LIFT ASSIT 7300, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 KS - 1984 IH 5488, EXC COND. 5370 HRS, 180 HP, PTO, 3 PT, TRIPLE HYD, NEAR NEW GY 18. 4-38 DUAL TIRES & FRONT TIRES. YOU WILL LIKE THIS TRACTOR., $30,000.00, (785) 462-4231 IA - C-AC W/BELLY MOWERS, $1850 TO $2850, (712) 299-6608 CO - JD 341 GASOLINE 6 CYLINDER ENGINE FROM 105 COMBINE. IN GOOD RUNNING CONDITION. WILL FIT 4020 TRACTOR. I WILL TEST RUN IT FOR YOU. $950. PLEASE LEAVE MESSAGE IF NO ANSWER., (719) 643-5267 KS - FORD 2N WITH 5’ WOODS BELLY MOWER, $3,500.00, (620) 865-2541 NE - IH 350 DIESEL, NEW OH, 2 PT HITCH, TA GOOD, $3,000.00, (308) 3482065 NE - IH 886 CAB & AIR, W DUALL 3100, QUICK ATTACH LOADER, 5400 ACTUAL HRS, $12,500.00, (308) 348-2065 NE - IH 186 HYDRO, CAB & AIR, 3 HYD. , GOOD CONDITION, $10,500.00, (308) 348-2065 NE - 1971 JD DIESEL 4020, SYNCHRO SHIFT, DUAL SIDE CONSOLE HYD. , WF, 3PT, VERY GOOD CONDITION, (402) 369-0212 1102 - LOADERS FOR SALE IA - SEVERAL LOADERS OFF JD 30104020, (712) 299-6608

1102 - LOADERS FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - 640 CLASSIC JD SELF LOADING LOADER WILL FIT 6400 JD TRACTOR, ALSO FITS 3020, 4020, 4450. WILL FIT ANY TRACTOR THAT HAS 20” FRAME, 6’BUCKET & 4 TINE GRAPPLE FORK & MOUNTINGS; LIKE NEW, $7,500.00, (308) 390-0642 NE - JD 740 SELF-LEVELING, 8’ BUCKET, LIKE NEW CONDITION, 7810 MOUNTS; CELL:308-550-0249 OR, (308) 536-2039 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 1105 - DISKS WANTED TO BUY NE - SPACERS FOR NH TD100, (308) 995-8329 FOR SALE NE - DISK BLADES AND BEARINGS, (308) 587-2344 IA - 3 PT OR PULL TANDEM DISKS, 6’18’, (712) 299-6608 1106 - PLOWS AND SWEEP PLOWS FOR SALE KS - FLEX KING 4X5’ SWEEP PLOW, GOOD CONDITION, $1,250.00, (620) 865-2541 IA - OLIVER PLOWS, 2 & 3 BOTTOM, PULL/3PT, (712) 299-6608 IA - 25 PLOWS, 2, 3 & 4 BOTTOM, 2/3PT, (712) 299-6608 NE - NEW FLEX KING PICKER WHEELS, (308) 995-5515 KS - FLEX KING 30 FT. SWEEP PLOW W/NEW HARD SURFACED FLEX KING MULCHERS, 5 6 FT HARD SURFACED NOBLE BLADES 80%. 5 NEW ROLLING CUTTERS, 2 NEW HYD LIFT CYL. , 4 NEW GY TIRES, NEW BEARINGS/SEALS IN WHEELS & ROLLING CUTTERS. STRAIGHT ROCK SHAFTS, HAYS, KS., $7,500.00, (785) 462-4231 KS - FLEX KING 5-6S BLADE PLOW WITH GOOD PICKERS AND BLADES. LOW ACRES AND WELL CARED FOR., $4,500.00, (785) 673-5560 NE - CASE 308, 4-18’S WITH CONCAVE CUSHION COULTERS, LIKE NEW, $1,100.00, (308) 874-4562 1109 - PLANTERS WANTED TO BUY SD - 400 OR 800 CASE IH ROW CROP PLANTER, (605) 386-2131 NE - LIFT ASSIST WHEELS FOR A JD 7300 12RN, (402) 545-2255 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) 7552455 KS - INSECTICIDE BOXES FOR JD 7200, 16 ROWS, $900 OBO. DISK FURROWERS, $1600., (620) 865-2541 IA - 50 JD, IH, KINZE, WHITE PLANTER ON HAND, MANY ATTACHMENTS AND PARTS, MAYER IMPLEMENT, (515) 4623800 NE - IHC SEED DRUMS, (308) 995-5515 NE - EVERSMAN TILLER W/10R30” JD PLANTER UNITS, (402) 726-2488 NE - MOORE BUILT 16 ROW PLANTER MARKERS, $3,000.00, (308) 485-4486 NE - MOORE BUILT LIFT ASSIST WHEELS, $3,250.00, (308) 485-4486 KS - JD 7200 FLEX FRONT FOLD MAX EMERGE TWO VACUUM PLANTER 12 ROW 30”. EITHER NO-TILL OR CONVENTIONAL TILL. PULL TYPE WITH 3 PT HINCH. CORN, MILO, SUNFLOWER & SOYBEAN PLATES. LIQUID FERTILIZER AND MONITOR., (620) 653-4913 NE - IH 500 6R30”, KINZE UNITS, 4 SEED DRUMS, $600.00, (308) 874-4562 NE - JD 16R30, W/STACKER BAR, LIFT ASSIST WHEELS, SHARK TOOTH FURROW OPENERS, HYD DRIVE, KEETON SEED FIRMERS W/FERTILIZER, ALWAYS SHEDDED., (402) 726-2488 KS - 7200 NOTILL FERTILIZER. $8500, (785) 871-0711

November 12, 2009 1111 - DRILLS

Heartland Express 1130 - TRACTORS,TILL., OTHER

WANTED TO BUY NE - TYE DRILL FOR PARTS, (402) 4825491 FOR SALE NE - !! ROUND CAPS !! THE ULTIMATE GRAIN DRILL PRESS WHEEL CAP! COVERS COMPLETE FACE OF WHEEL. CONVERTS V FACED WHEELS TO ROUND FACE FOR BETTER FLOTATION & DEPTH CONTROL. PERFECT FIT! EASY TO INSTALL! DON YUNG DISTRIBUTING, KIMBALL, NE., (308) 235-2718 NE - JD 520 SOYBEAN DRILL, 10X18 DOUBLE DISK W/DEPTH BANDS, V PRESS WHEELS. LIKE NEW., (308) 8946743 KS - 30” HOE AIR SEEDER DRILL $3500.

40’ DISC AIR SEEDER DRILL, $19,500, (785) 871-0711 NE - 150 & 7100 DRILLS, FERT. BOXES, BLACK HEAVY DUTY WHEELS, DBL HITCH, TRANSPORTS & PARTS, (308) 995-5515 NE - CRUSTBUSTER 13’ GRAIN DRILL, $2,900.00, (402) 787-2244 KS - CRUSTBUSTER 40’ DRILL 7 1/2” DOUBLE DISC ALL PLANT NO-TILL OR CONVENTIONAL. LIQUID FERTILIZER, MARKERS & SEED MONITOR., (620) 653-4913 KS - JD LZ 8-12 HOE DRILL, GOOD SHAPE IN EVERY WAY, SHEDDED, $3,500.00, (785) 673-5560 1112 - ROTARY HOE

FOR SALE NE - FRONT WEIGHTS FOR CASE IH MAGNUM, (308) 995-5515 NE - HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS, HOSES & PTO PUMPS, (308) 587-2344 IA - USED EQUIPMENT, GO TO WWW. MAYERFARM. COM, (515) 462-3800 IA - TRACTOR CHAINS 28” TO 38”, (712) 299-6608 IA - 3 PT CARRIERS, $175 TO $575, (712) 299-6608 1201 - ENGINES/MOTORS

FOR SALE NE - 30 FOOT JD ROTARY HOE CALL FOR DETAILS, (308) 882-4588 1113 - CULTIVATORS

FOR SALE NE - 10” WLR BOWLS, (308) 995-5515 NE - 5 NEW PTO PUMPS IN STOCK, (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 NE - 6” PIT PUMP AND 2 7-1/2 HP PHASE 1 MOTORS, (308) 836-2667 NE - USED GORMAN RUPP PTO PUMP, (800) 284-7066 NE - USED BERKELEY B3ZRM PTO, (800) 284-7066 NE - (2) WLR 10” PUMPS, 110’ COLUMNS. VERY GOOD COND. $3000 EACH., (402) 256-3696 NE - 10 USED PTO PUMPS IN STOCK, (800) 284-7066 1203 - PIPE

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) 390-0642 NE - KRAUSE 4700, 28’ FOLDING, 7” X 7” TOOL BAR, (308) 836-2667 NE - ORTHMAN 8 ROW 30” HAWKINS HILLER, (308) 836-2667 NE - JD 856 16R30 W/COULTERS & SHIELDS, $12,500.00, (402) 726-2488 NE - HAWKINS 12 ROW HILLER (DITCHER), (308) 882-4588 NE - 12 ROW CULTIVATOR, (308) 8824588 1114 - SPRAYERS FOR SALE KS - 1600 GAL. FLOATER 3000 WET BOOM SPRAYER, $6,500.00, (785) 8710711 OK - SPEIDEL WEED WIPER-#1 HERBICIDE APPLCTR FOR WEED CNTRL. ALL SIZES AVAILABLE. SOLD IN PAIRS. RECOVERS IN STOCK. ATV MOUNTING BRACKETS & QUALITY WEED WIPER CARTS. 21’, 30. 5’, 42. 5’, & 45. 5’. ACR SALES NORMAN, OK. WWW. ACRSALES. COM 800-544-1546, (405) 321-7843 NE - 2-200 GALLON SADDLE TANKS, FITS 4450, (308) 478-5451 NE - 60’ HYD. BOOM 3 PT SPRAYER W/3 SECTION SHUT-OFF, MANUAL FOLD, $550.00, (308) 894-6965 KS - 2003 FIELD SPRAYER. ROW CROP AND/OR FLOATER. 845 HOURS, 1200 GAL. , 90’ SELF-LEVELING BOOMS ON A FORD L8000 TRUCK. RAVEN CONTROLLER. FOAM MARKER., (620) 6534913 NE - 2 150 GAL TANKS W/SADDLES. 1 300 GAL TANK W/SADDLE. 300 GALLON FRONT MOUNT TANK FOR TRACTOR, (402) 726-2488 NE - WINDSCREEN TAKE-OFFS FOR 60FT FLEX-COIL SPRAYER $400 OBO, (308) 436-4369 KS - JD 600 HI-CYCLE W/40’ WICK BOOM. REBUILT MOTOR, $2,500.00, (620) 865-2541 1115 - MULCHERS/SHREDDERS FOR SALE NE - 20’ BESLER STALK CHOPPER, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 1116 - BUSH HOGS FOR SALE IA - 7’ 3PT, BUSH HOG CUTTERS; $1,050 TO $2,250, (712) 299-6608 1117 - FIELD CULTIVATORS FOR SALE NE - 12 RN BUFF & ORTH CULTIVATOR, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 1119 - ROD WEEDER FOR SALE KS - 45’ OF MILLER ROD WEEDER USED PARTS, DRIVES, TEETH, RODS, ETC. ALL FOR $500, (620) 865-2541 1120 - FERTILIZER EQUIPMENT FOR SALE NE - CDS SQUEEZE & INJ PUMP, 24 ROW, $600.00, (402) 726-2488 NE - NH3 LIQUID PUMP & METER, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 NE - 5 INJECT FERTILIZER PUMPS, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 NE - 2 DJ NH3 MONITORS, CALL 308360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 1124 - AG CHEMIICALS FOR SALE NE - GLYPHOSATE PLUS $8.75, GENERIC GRAZON $24, ARROW $75. QUALITY AG SALES, LINCOLN, CALL 877-985-6100 OR, (402) 466-6100

FOR SALE NE - 413 CHRYSLER FOR SALVAGE, (308) 995-5515 NE - OIL COOLER FOR 354 PERKINS, (308) 467-2335 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, (402) 564-5064 NE - 3 USED FORD 300, 2 INTERNATIONAL 605, 8 CHEVY 454 AND 8 USED GEARHEADS. 5 USED PIVOT GENERATORS. CALL FOR PRICE. DANNULL ENGINE SERVICE, (308) 995-5434 NE - USED 460 CU IN ENGINE WITH NEW HIGH PRESSURE BERKELEY PUMP, (800) 554-8715 NE - 6 CYL CUMMINS IRR MOTOR, (308) 836-2667 NE - IH 605 ENGINES, (308) 467-2335 1202 - PUMPS

WANTED TO BUY NE - PAYING TOP CASH PRICES FOR ALL TYPES AND SIZES OF ALUMINUM IRRIGATION PIPE. WE PICK UP. PROMPT PYMT., (308) 380-4549 FOR SALE NE - 8” TEXFLO 20” GATES, ALL KINDS OF FITTINGS, (308) 995-5515 NE - 6” BAND & LATCH MAIN LINE, (308) 995-5515 NE - 6” PLAIN PIPE, ALUM AND PLASTIC, (308) 946-3396 NE - 10” X 20” PVC, (308) 946-3396 NE - USED 6” AND 10” PVC, CALL FOR LENGTHS, (308) 946-3396 NE - 6” ALUM MAIN LINE PIPE, HOOK & BAND, (308) 946-3396 NE - 6” X 20” GATED ALUMINUM, (308) 946-3396 NE - 8” X 20” ALUMINUM GATED, (308) 946-3396 NE - 10” X 20” ALUMINUM GATED PIPE, (308) 946-3396 NE - 8”X 30’ PLAIN ALUMINUM PIPE, (308) 946-3396 NE - USED 8”X20” PVC PIPE, (308) 9463396 NE - 60 LINKS OF GATED, 20” X 30’, (308) 478-5451 NE - 8” MAIN LINE HASTINGS, (308) 995-5515 NE - 9” MAIN LINE RING LOCK, (308) 995-5515 NE - 9” MAIN LINE HIGH PRESS, (308) 995-5515 NE - 8” DIAMONDLITE, 20” GATED, $1.25/FOOT, MAIN LINE $1.00 A FOOT, (308) 485-4486 1205 - GENERATOR WANTED TO BUY NE - USED WINPOWER PTO GENERATORS, (308) 775-3298 FOR SALE NE - WINPOWER - NEW & USED PTO GENERATORS, (308) 775-3298 1206 - GEAR HEADS FOR SALE NE - 150 HP GEARHEAD, 6 RATIO, (308) 995-5515 NE - AMARILLO 150 HP 4-3, $475., (402) 256-3696 NE - AMARILLO GEARHEADS: 50 HP 1:1 $700, 50 HP 4:5 $550, US MOTOR GEARHEADS: 90HP 4:3 $450, 70 HP 2:3 $400, (402) 564-5064 NE - GEAR DRIVE REPAIR- AMARILLO WARRANTY CENTER. REPAIR ALL MAKES/MODELS. 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE. CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATES. CENTRAL IRRIGATION, (402) 723-5824 1207 - PIVOTS FOR SALE NE - 1981 VALLEY PIVOT MODEL 6000, 100 END GUN, 1100’, (402) 923-1721 NE - 1998 4 TOWER T-L PIVOT, (308) 946-3396 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

1208 - TRAVELER SYSTEMS FOR SALE NE - NEW CADMAN 4” X 1250’ HARD HOSE, (800) 284-7066 NE - NEW OCMIS HH: 4” X 1312’, (800) 284-7066 NE - NEW CADMAN 3” X 1050’ HH, NEW GREENFIELD 3” X 1312’ HH, USED CADMAN 3. 25” X 1250’ HH, 2 USED BOSS SH, USED VERMEER SH, USED WATERWINCH SH, USED HOSE CART FOR 4” OR 4. 5” HOSE, NEW 4” AND 4. 5” ANGUS HOSE IN STOCK, (800) 284-7066 NE - HEINZMAN TRAVELER WITH HOSE, (308) 390-0642 1209 - PUMPS WITH MOTORS FOR SALE NE - 3/4 BERKELEY PUMPS WITH PRIMING VALVES, ATTACHED TO YOUR CHOICE OF INDUSTRIAL 200 FORD, 300 FORD, OR 262 ALLIS, W/RADIATORS, AND CARTS, (402) 364-2592 1230 - IRRIGATION MISC. FOR SALE WI - SERVING THE MIDWEST WITH COMPLETE IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT, ALL TYPES, NEW & USED. CONTACT ROBERTS IRRIGATION COMPANY AT 1500 POST ROAD, PLOVER, WI 54467, (800) 434-5224 NE - 8” SURGE VALVE, (308) 946-3396 NE - ORTHMAN 3-PT PIVOT TRACK CLOSER, EXCELLENT COND, (308) 3900642 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 NE - 10” & 8” IRRIGATION PIPE FOR SALE. 6BT CUMMINS IRR MOTOR. 10 HP ELEC MOTOR W/SELF PRIMING PUMP. 6:5 100 HP GEAR HEAD. 10” DISCHARGE PIPE WITH COOLING COIL, (402) 7262488 1301 - COMBINES AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE OK - REBUILT COMBINE SIEVES. NEW REEL BATS, GALVANIZED, (580) 3612265 OK - ‘90 C-IH 1680, 30’ 1010 HEADER, $19,000.00, (580) 361-2265 NE - JD BIN EXTENSION FOR 9600, (308) 836-2667 KS - LARGE BISH BIN EXT OFF 9610 W/HYD. PUSH UP AUGER. $750 OBO, (620) 865-2541 KS - NH TR98, 1905 SEP HRS, 30’ 973 FLEX HEAD, $72,000.00, (620) 3403358 OK - ‘82 GLEANER L2, 24’ HEADER, $12,000.00, (580) 361-2265 OK - C-IH 1480, 810 24’ HEAD, $13,000.00, (580) 361-2265 OK - TR85 NEW HOLLAND, 3208 CAT, 24’ HEADER, $5,000.00, (580) 3612265 NE - 1 COMBINE TIRE, 30. 5 X 32, GOODYEAR DYNATORQUE 70%, (402) 641-3841 CO - JD 95 GAS, 18’ HEADER, SQUAREBACK, HYDROSTAT DRIVE, MACHINE USED LAST IN 2006, VERY RESTORABLE. COMES WITH EXTRA 217 GAS ENGINE AND ALLIS CHALMERS COMBINE TRAILER. $950 OBO. LEAVE MESSAGE IF NO ANSWER., (719) 643-5267 CO - 22’AIR REEL AND ACCESSORIES. RECENTLY TAKEN OFF JD 105 COMBINE. $450 OBO. PLEASE LEAVE MESSAGE IF NO ANSWER., (719) 643-5267 NE - SERVICE OPS & PARTS MANUALS FOR MANY BRANDS OF MANY OLDER COMBINES & PICKERS. GLEN MLNARIK (888) 802-5782. (NE) HRS MON-FRIDAY 8AM-6PM., (402) 986-1352 KS - 1966 GLEANER CII, ALWAYS SHEDDED, LOW WHEAT ACRES, WELL MAINTAINED, SIMPLE TO OPERATE., $3,500.00, (785) 673-5560 NE - JD, 1981 7720, 4300 HRS, JD DEALER SERVICED YEARLY, $9,500.00, (402) 545-2255 1302 - COMBINE HEADS WANTED TO BUY MO - JD 920F BEAN PLATFORM, (816) 378-2015 IA - MF 1163 CORN HEAD, (402) 6515811 FOR SALE SD - WE REBUILD COMBINE & WINDROWER HEADER AUGERS TO LIKE NEW CONDITION. PONCELET’S WELDING, RAMONA, SD. (605) 480-4860 OR, (605) 482-8405 OK - MACDON 960 36’ DRAPER W/C-IH ADAPTER, $9,000.00, (580) 361-2265 NE - JD 925 FLEX HEAD, SEE THRU REEL, GOOD, $4,500.00, (402) 5452255 NE - JD, 643 CORN HEAD, OIL DRIVE, $4,950.00, (402) 545-2255 1303 - CORN PICKERS FOR SALE IA - NI 311 CORNPICKER 2 R WIDE, $950.00, (712) 299-6608 1305 - WAGONS/GRAVITY WAGONS FOR SALE IA - FLARE, BARGE & GRAVITY WAGONS $150 TO $1850, (712) 299-6608 IA - WAGON GEARS, STEEL, WOOD OR RUBBER TIRES, (712) 299-6608

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FOR SALE KS - TWO GRAIN CARTS FOR SALE, (785) 871-0711 1307 - GRAIN DRYERS

FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - AIRCO PROPANE CUTTING TORCH, LONG HOSES, GAUGES, (308) 587-2344 1430 - OTHER EQUIPMENT

FOR SALE NE - BEHLEN 500 BU BATCH GRAIN DRYER, (402) 336-2755 NE - USED: MC 1175, 1250 BU HR. ALSO, MC 975, (800) 284-7066 NE - USED SUPERB’S: SD 250V, SA 750C, SA 1200C, (800) 284-7066 1310 - AUGERS NE - 2006 SPEED KING DRIVE OVER TIPPED $6,200 CALL, (308) 530-2040 FOR SALE NE - SPEED KING 52’ 8” WITH ELECTRIC MOTOR, (308) 478-5451 NE - MAYRATH 55’ GRAIN AUGER, 8” W/ ELECETIR MOTOR, (308) 478-5451 KS - WESTFIELD HYD. DRILL FILL AUGER FITS TRUCK TAIL- GATES $1500/OBO, (620) 653-4913 1313 - GRAIN STORAGE UNITS

FOR SALE NE - ELSTON GOPHER MACHINE, (308) 587-2344 IA - WWW. WHEELRAKE. COM, (712) 366-2114 IA - AGE CATCHING UP WITH YOUR NEED TO CLIMB? WE CAN HELP WITH A HAND OPERATED SINGLE PERSON ELEVATOR 140’ MAXIMUM CALL, (800) 462-3460 KS - ORTHMAN & BUCKEYE FRONT 3 PT HITCHES, $1500 EACH., (620) 865-2541 NE - 1989 9 TOWER LOCKWOOD PIVOT, (308) 497-2111 1500 - GROUND HAY

FOR SALE NE - 8” AERATION TUBING AND AERATION FANS, (308) 995-5515 NE - BULK HEAD FOR 51’ CURVET, (308) 995-5515 NE - SINGLE PHASE MOTORS, (308) 9955515 NE - BROCK BINS & GRAIN HANDLING EQUIPMENT, EPS & BEHLEN BLDG SYSTEMS, BUCKLEY STEEL, AINSWORTH, NE, (402) 387-0347 NE - GRAIN STORAGE 5 MILES WEST OF KEARNEY. 308-237- 9428 OR, (308) 2335120 1315 - COMBINE TRAILERS

WANTED TO BUY KS - GRINDING ALFALFA WANTED, (785) 389-5111 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, (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, (308) 9625474 NE - HORSE QUALITY IN SM SQ BALES, SHEDDED & TARPED HAMEL HAY CO, (308) 962-5474 NE - CUSTOM GRINDING, GROUND HAY DELIVERIES, HAZARD, NE., (308) 4524400 NE - FIRST & SECOND CUTTINGS BIG ROUND BALES, (308) 383-0352 OR - MOISTURE TESTERS. BALE MOUNTED OR POKE. HAY, GRAIN, SOIL, WOOD, AQUATERR, KOSTER, COMPOST, DEW ALARMS, STROKE COUNTER. WWW. LEHMANFARMS. NET, (503) 434-1705 NE - HIGH QUALITY BIG ROUND & BIG SQUARE BALES. KORTY HAY. HAY ANALYSIS AVAILABLE., (888) 708-2800 1502 - PRAIRIE HAY

FOR SALE SK - COMBINE TRAILERS: TRAILTECH OR JANTZ, SINGLE & DOUBLE. HYDRAULIC FOLD HEAD TRANSPORTS. FLAMAN SALES, BOX 280, SOUTHEY, SK, CANADA S0G 4P0, ASK FOR AL. EVES 306949-8458. DAYS, (306) 726-4403 1330 - GRAIN HARVEST OTHER WANTED TO BUY NE - CHICAGO FANS, (308) 995-5515 FOR SALE NE - 8” AERATION TUBES, FANS, TUNNELS FOR CONCRETE FLOORS, (308) 995-5515 NE - GSI GRAIN BINS, GRAIN HANDLING EQUIPMENT, ALL KINDS, GSI FANS & HEATERS, PORTABLE GRAIN DRYERS, (800) 554-8715 NE - NEW & RECONDITIONED KONGSKILDE AIR GRAIN VAC EQUIPMENT, (800) 554-8715 IA - MIDWEST PNEUMATIC. BRANDT, CONVEYAIR, REM, VACBOSS, HANDLAIR. NEW, RECOND, PTO OR ENG DRIVEN, PUMPS, AIR LOCKS, PIPE, PARTS, SERVICE. 5 YR LEASE OR LOAN AT 7. 1%.

40+ UNITS IN STOCK. OUR HIGH VOLUME MEANS YOUR BEST DEAL! WE DELIVER! MACEDONIA, IA, (800) 4802487 NE - NEW ORTHMAN DRY BEAN CUTTERS, (308) 995-5515 NE - DMC MODEL 40 GRAIN CLEANER, (800) 284-7066 IL - ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A MOISTURE TESTER THAT WILL GIVE YOU FAST & ACCURATE RESULTS? THEN CALL US NOW & ASK ABOUT OUR MODEL 920 & 930.

SHORE SALES. MOISTURETESTERS. COM, (800) 837-0863 1401 - 3 POINT BLADES FOR SALE IA - 2 OR 3 PT BLADES 6’, 7’, 8’ OR 9’ AC, IH, JD & OTHERS, (712) 299-6608 1404 - SNOW BLOWER/PLOWS FOR SALE IA - 3 PT SNOWBLOWERS, $1550 TO $2850, (712) 299-6608 1406 - LAWN MOWERS FOR SALE NE - HIS & HERS MOWERS, MADE BY DEINES CORP, BOTH HAVE 48” FRONT DECKS, 1 W/BAGGER, 1 W/DUMP BOX, BOTH W/BRAND NEW 14 HP TECUMSEH ENGINES, HEAVY DUTY MOWERS, EXCELLENT. ALSO LOTS OF SPARE PARTS, (308) 390-0642 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 KS - NICE JD 318 GARDEN TRACTOR W/50” DECK, CALL 785-456-3000 OR, $2,200.00, (785) 889-4329 1407 - ELECTRIC MOTORS

FOR SALE KS - GROUND HAY AVAILABLE YEAR ROUND, DELIVERY AVAILABLE, (785) 389-5111 1501 - ALFALFA 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) 5283779 KS - BALED 4X8, SM SQ OR BIG ROUNDS, (620) 625-2402 KS - 2008 BROME BIG ROUND BALES, (785) 935-2480 NE - HOLT COUNTY NEBRASKA PRAIRIE HAY, CERTIFIED WEED FREE OF ALL NOXIOUS WEEDS, BIG ROUND BALES, CALL CELL: 402-394-8495 OR, (402) 336-3292 NE - CERTIFIED MEADOW HAY, BIG ROUND BALES, HORSES, CATTLE, MULCH, (308) 587-2344 1503 - BROME HAY FOR SALE NE - BIG ROUND BALES, BROME & MEADOW HAY, 1400-1500 LBS, $80 PER TON, LOUP CITY, (308) 383-0352 KS - HORSE QUALITY: 6000 SM SQUARES, 260 3X3’S, (785) 255-4579 NE - 32 BIG ROUNDS OF QUALITY SMOOTH BROME. LOCATED NE OF KEARNEY, NE., (308) 338-1021 1504 - OAT/WHEAT/RYE HAY FOR SALE NE - 150 LARGE ROUND WHEAT STRAW BALES, (308) 882-4588 1505 - STRAW WANTED TO BUY IA - GOOD CLEAN, BRIGHT SM SQ IN SEMI LOADS, (641) 658-2738 1512 - SEED

FOR SALE NE - COMPLETE LINE OF SHEAVES, BEARINGS, DRIVES, & MOTORS, (402) 387-0347 1408 - DAIRY EQUIPMENT

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 NE - PASTURE & HAY MIXES, OATS, TURNIP, COVER CROPS, TEFF, MILLET, WILDLIFE, ALFALFA, ETC. , PRAIRIE STATES SEED 866-373-2514 TOLL FREE, (866) 373-2514 1530 - HAY & GRAIN OTHER

WANTED TO BUY WI - USED BULK MILK TANKS, 300 GALLON & LARGER, (800) 558-0112 1412 - SHOP TOOLS,WELDERS, ETC

FOR SALE IA - WWW. REPLACEMENTRAKEWHEELS. COM, (712) 366-2114 1804 - FEEDING WAGONS

WANTED TO BUY NE - 110V WELDING ROD DRYING OVEN, (308) 587-2344

FOR SALE IA - BJM MIXER FEEDER WAGON, 3 AUGER WITH SCALES, (712) 625-2391

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1806 - GRINDER MIXERS FOR SALE IA - IH 950, $950.00, (712) 299-6608 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 IA - FEED MILL EQUIPMENT - MIXERS, GRINDERS, ROLLERS, ETC. MANUAL TO AUTOMATED BATCHING CONTROLS. NEW & USED. CALL NORM’S LIVESTOCK SUPPLY, INC. STORM LAKE, IA 50588.

CELL 712-299-4497 OR, (800) 397-4682 NE - KRAMER 5 BALE PROCESSOR, (308) 544-6421 NE - PARTED OUT JD 400 GRINDER/MIXER, IN & OUT AUGERS, GRINDER MILL W/PTO SHAFT, ALL W/SCREENS, (308) 467-2335 CO - TUB GRINDERS, NEW & USED (W/WARRANTY). OPERATE WELL W/70175 HP TRACTORS, GRINDS WET HAY, TOUGH HAY & ALL GRAINS. HIGH CAPACITY. LOW PRICE. WWW. ROTOGRIND. COM, (800) 724-5498, (970) 353-3769 1810 - MANURE SPREADERS FOR SALE IA - IH 580, (712) 625-2391 1813 - FEEDERS FOR SALE NE - BULK CAKE & GRAIN FEEDERS, (308) 587-2344 CO - 3 CALF CREEP FEEDERS, MANURE SPREADER, (970) 345-0728 NE - 1500# CAPACITY WELKER PICKUP CAKER, 20’ STEEL BUNKS, HYDRAULIC CALF CRADLE, (308) 383-0039 1814 - BUNKS FOR SALE NE - G&R TIRE TURNERS: TURN TRACTOR TIRES INCLUDING RADIALS. YOUR PLACE OR MINE. TIRE FEED BUNKS FOR SALE. TOLL FREE (866) 213-0184, (308) 367-8775, OR, (308) 737-7451 1815 - WATERERS/TANKS FOR SALE NE - BULL TOUGH BOTTOMLESS HEAVY GAUGE STOCK TANKS, (402) 387-0347 NE - LIFETIME WATER TANKS, LIFETIME WARRANTY, TIRE TANKS ARE 20 PLY & UP. AUTOMATIC WATERERS, HAY BALE FEEDERS, 6’ & 7’ SNOW & MANURE YARD SCRAPERS, USA TIRE MANAGEMENT, WWW. USATIREPRODUCTS. COM, (800) 755-8473 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) 352-2761 1820 - LIVESTOCK BEDDING FOR SALE NE - CORRUGATED WINDBREAK STEEL, 8 GAUGE THROUGH 20 GAUGE, (402) 387-0347 1830 - LIVESTOCK OTHER WANTED TO BUY NE - 20’ BULL WHIP, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE NE - SUCKER ROD 5/8”, 3/4”, 7/8”, 1”, FOR FENCING CALL MY CELL: 308-8701119, CALL FOR PRICE, (308) 732-3356 NE - WE ARE YOUR STAMPEDE LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT DEALER. EMERSON EQUIPMENT. WHITMAN, NE, (308) 5446421 KS - TIRE LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS: WATER TANKS, MINERAL FEEDERS, SILAGE COVER WEIGHTS. WWW. GEETIRE. COM, (785) 231-8397 NE - NORTHSTAR. QUALITY LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT. CHUTES, TUBS, ALLEYS, GATES, PANELS, PORTABLE UNITS, COMPLETE SYSTEMS. CALL FOR FREE INFORMATION PACK. DISTRIBUTED BY DIAMOND PLUS PRODUCTS., (888) 5374418 NE - CALF SHELTERS, CALL 308-3600377 OR, (308) 282-1330 NE - GOPHER CONTROL MACHINE, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 NE - HASTINGS POLY - STOCK TANKS. FACTORY SECONDS WITH MANUFACTURE WARRANTY. CALL JEFF @ HASTINGS EQUITY. 402- 462-2189 1901 - FEEDER STEERS FOR SALE MO - WE SPECIALIZE IN LOCATING “QUALITY” FEEDER CATTLE, (816) 6887887 1903 - OPEN HEIFERS FOR SALE NE - GELBVIEH AND BALANCER OPEN HEIFERS, (402) 879-4976 MO - QUALITY REPLACEMENT CATTLE LOCATORS - MAX HARGROVE, (816) 6887887 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

Page 26 1904 - BRED HEIFERS FOR SALE NE - YOUNG COWS & BRED HEIFERS, AI’D TO ABS BULLS, AND CLEANED UP WITH SUMMITCREST BULLS, (308) 5692458 MN - 75 ORGANIC JERSEY X HOLSTEIN AND SWISS X HOLSTEIN CROSS BRED HEIFERS, DUE MID MAY, PICK 40 OR MORE FOR $1900 A PIECE, (320) 4935067 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 1909 - BULLS FOR SALE NE - REGISTERED ANGUS, CELL: 308870-1119, (308) 732-3356 NE - 25 PB CHAROLAIS BULLS COMING 2S ALL RECORDS 40 YRS, (308) 9955515 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, (402) 395-2178 NE - EASY CALVING, REG POLLED CHAROLAIS BULLS, (402) 395-2178 WY - BLACK & BLACK BALDIE SIMMENTAL YEARLING & 2 YEAR OLD BULLS FOR SALE. WWW. CROWFOOTRANCH. COM. CROWFOOT SIMMENTAL RANCH, (307) 782-7589, (307) 782-6521 NE - ANGUS BULLS, 2 YEAR OLDS AND YEARLINGS, SONS OF 878, BLUEPRINT 202 AND TRAVELOR 722, (308) 5692458 NE - GELBVIEH, ANGUS & BALANCERS. GOLDRUSH GENETICS. GUIDE ROCK, NE. WWW. GOLDRUSHGENETICS. COM, (402) 257-2200 MO - REG. ANGUS BULLS-TCTOTAL, QUAKER L OBJECTIVE, AND BARNEY. ALL APPROX ONE YEAR OLD, (660) 5652353 1910 - SHOW STOCK FOR SALE NE - CLUB CALVES, “THE WINNING KIND”, STEERS/HEIFERS, (402) 3952178 1915 - SEMEN/EMBRYO/AI SERVICE

Heartland Express 2202 - STUD SERVICE FOR SALE NE - MORGAN STALLION STANDING AT STUD, (308) 587-2344 2204 - TACK FOR SALE NE - NEW LEATHER TOOLED PLEASURE RIDING SADDLES. $200 EACH., (402) 640-7701 2206 - HORSE DRAWN EQUIPMENT FOR SALE OH - WE BUILD & RESTORE STAGE COACHES, HITCH WAGONS, TROLLEY CARS, OMNIBUS, YELLOWSTONE WAGONS, PRAIRIE SCHOONERS, ETC. QUOTES & PHOTOS OF AUTHENTIC WORK. 30 YEARS IN COLLECTION AND RESTORATION BUSINESS., (614) 8774254 2230 - HORSE- OTHER FOR SALE NE - SELL-TRADE MORGAN STALLIONS:BESSIA’S, BON, ACCORD 135969; T-BONE, LAD, CLASSY, 149831; T-BONE, B, CONGO, 164062, (308) 587-2344 NE - HORSE BOARDING FACILITY ON 27 A. W/PASTURE. CAP. OF 60 INSIDE & 39 OUTSIDE. WILL EARN OWNER/OPERATO ABOUT $250K TAXABLE INCOME PER YEAR. BOARDING 50+ HORSES @ ABOUT $400 PER HORSE PER MONTH NOW. TOM DUNN, KELLER WILLIAMS R/E, (402) 699-2206 NE - HORSE BOARDING FACILITY: GRETNA, NE ON 15 ACRES, HUGE RANCH HOME ON PREMISES, HAS LG INDOOR RIDING ARENAS & ROUND PENS PLUS 43 INSIDE STALLS, 10ACRES PASTURE & RIDING OUTSIDE. TERRIFC PRICE, TOM DUNN, KELLER WILLIAMS R/E, (402) 699-2206 NE - NOW FOR SALE, 33 ACRES 225`X 80` RIPING ARENA ~(INSIDE), 19 INSIDE STALLS AND ROOM FOR 30+ ~OUTSIDE. LOTS OF ROOM TO EXPAND AND GREAT EARNING ~POTENTIAL, BEAUTIFUL RANCH HOME. SPRINGFIELD, NE CALL TOM 402-699-2206, (402) 699-2206 2301 - DOGS FOR SALE NE - GREAT PYRANEES PUPPIES BORN JULY 12, (308) 345-5273 2303 - GOATS

FOR SALE NE - DBL BLACK DBL POLLED CALVING EASE GELBVIEH BULLS, (402) 879-4976 1916 - DAIRY HEIFERS

FOR SALE NE - BUTCHER GOATS FOR SALE, (308) 345-5273 2501 - HELP WANTED/NEED WORK

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 KS - NEED RESPONSIBLE HARD WORKING INDIVIDUALS FOR 2009 HARVEST CREW. TX TO MT & FALL CORN HARVEST. GUARANTEED MONTHLY WAGE PLUS ROOM & BOARD. NEW JD COMBINES, PETERBILT/KW TRUCKS. SKINNER HARVESTING LLC, CALL DAN OR LEAVE MESSAGE AT (620) 340-2843, (620) 343-8140 KS - CATTLE FEED YARD HAS OPENING FOR A PEN RIDER. BENEFITS INCLUDE HEALTH & LIFE INS, SICK LEAVE & PAID VACATION. CONTACT PREMIUM FEEDERS, INC. , PO BOX 230, SCANDIA, KS 66966 800-845-6543 OR 785-5272961, (785) 335-2221 WANTED TO RENT NE - HELP WANTED: FOR 2009 HARVEST. CDL TRUCK DRIVER GOOD WAGES, (308) 928-9013 2502 - CUSTOM WORK/SERVICES

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 2104 - OPEN EWES FOR SALE CO - SOUTH AFRICAN DORPER EWES & EWE LAMBS, HARDY SHEEP BREED FOR ALL TERRAINS & WEATHER. AVAILBLE NOW. 100 HD EWE LAMBS, 50 HD 2 & 3 YR EWES, 2 HD 1-3 YR OLD RAMS. 100 HD FEEDER LAMBS. HAD ALL SHOTS & WORMED, (970) 345-0728 2200 - REGISTERED HORSES

FOR RENT KS - CORN, MILO, WHEAT HARVESTING WANTED. TWO JD MACHINES & SUPPORTING TRUCKS., (785) 567-8515 2602 - PICKUPS

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, FILLYS, & GELDINGS, MOSTLY SORREL & PALOMINO, GREAT STOCK, GOOD DISPOSITIONS, CALL 1-866-800-1232 OR, (308) 384-1063 NE - TOP QUALITY GELDINGS-DOC O’LENA, HOLIDOC, DOC BAR, COYS BONANZA, DOCS JACK SPRAT BLOODLINESNATURAL COW SENSE-RIVER ROAD QUARTER HORSES 308-452-3860, (308) 452-4272 NE - ONLY TWO REPLACEMENT MARES LEFT-REGISTERED QUARTERHORSESDON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! RIVER ROAD QUARTERHORSES 308-452-3860, (308) 452-4272 NE - IT COSTS NO MORE TO FEED A GREAT HORSE THAN A POOR ONE. RIVER ROAD QUARTERHORSES ARE WELL FED, DON’T HAVE BAD HABITS AND ARE GOOD LOOKING. MUST CUT HERD SIZE. 308-452-3860, (308) 4524272

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 LONG WIDE FACTORY BED FOR ‘73-’79 FORD, (620) 865-2541 FOR SALE KS - 88 CHEVY 1 TON, 4WD, 6. 2 DIESEL, 4 SP, FLATBED, (785) 935-2480 CO - 4X4 PICKUPS & FLATBEDS 1/2 TON - 1 TON, GAS & DIESEL $2000 & UP B & B AUTO SALES 8AM-5PM, (970) 4835562 NE - THIRD SEAT FOR 95-99 SUBURBAN, TAUPE LEATHER, $100.00, (402) 5645064 NE - 1998 DODGE 2500 QUAD CAB, SHORT BOX, DIESEL, 52K ON MOTOR, 26K ON TRANS & TRANSFER CASE. LEATHER. VERY CLEAN TRUCK, $11,500.00, (402) 784-2065 KS - 7’ X 9’ DUALLY FLAT BED FOR PICKUPS, $500.00, (785) 778-2962 KS - 1993 F-350 CREWCAB XLT DIESEL, AUTO, 4X4, FACTORY TURBO AVAILABLE, $5,900.00, (620) 865-2541 NE - FRONT BUMPER FOR 2005 CHEVY SILVERADO, (308) 587-2344 NE - ‘94 DODGE DIESEL, REG CAB, 4X4, 164K, AUTO, AC, AM/FM STEREO, PWR WIND & LCKS, NICE, CLEAN TRUCK., $6,550.00, (402) 784-2065 NE - 2000 CHEVY EXT CAB LT, LOADED, LEATHER, BUCKET SEATS, CUSTOM RIMS 17X9. NEAR NEW TIRES VERY GOOD CONDITION, CUSTOM HOOD & GRILL, DUAL EXHAUST, 4X4, (402) 7262488

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2603 - TRUCKS WANTED TO BUY NE - TEN GOOD 9. 00-20 OR 10. 00-20 TRUCK TIRES, (402) 566-2345 NE - TIPTOPS FOR AN 18’ STEEL GRAIN BED, MIDWEST PREFERED BUT WHAT DO YOU HAVE?, (308) 436-4369 FOR SALE SD - 1951 CHEVY FIRETRUCK, LIGHTS & SIREN WORK, 10K, DRIVES GREAT, REAL NICE, $4,500.00, (605) 386-2131 CO - 1300 GAL C70 FUEL/SERVICE TRUCK, 471 DETROIT B & B AUTO SALES, 8AM-5PM, $5,750.00, (970) 483-5562 CO - 84 CHEVY C60 BOOM TRUCK, NEW 350 MOTOR. B & B AUTO, $4,750.00, (970) 483-5562 KS - ‘59 CHEVY 60, V8, 4&2 SP, 15’ B&H, 2 NEW TIRES, TUNED UP, ETC, $999.00, (620) 865-2541 NE - 60 FORD F700, 24’ STEEL FLATBED, CHEATER AXLES, 5&2, W/ 21000 GAL FLAT BOTTOM VERTICAL FERTILIZER TANKS, USE TO HAUL BIG ROUND OR LITTLE SQUARE HAY BALES, (308) 390-0642 CO - 75 INTERNATIONAL 2 TON SERVICE TRUCK, V8, GAS, AUTO, KNUCKLE BOOM, GAS AIR COMP. , CLOSED BOTTLE STORAGE $8750 B & B AUTO SALES, 8AM-5PM, (970) 483-5562 KS - 1976 FORD 3500 CAB & CHASSIS, $500.00, (785) 778-2962 NE - 2003 CHEVY C8500 3126 KAT, CAB/CHASSIS, 6SPD AUTOMATIC. 2002 IHC 4400 466 DIESEL CAB/CHASSIS. BOTH WOULD EXCELLENT TANDEM TRUCKS. AIR TAGS AVAILABLE., (402) 469-0789 NE - 2000 GMC C7500 3126 KAT 6SPD. NEW 18FT SCOTT BOX HOIST. 90% RUBBER, (402) 469-0789 NE - 1996 PETE 330 250HP WITH TWIN SCREW LONG FRAME. WOULD MAKE GREAT 22-24FT TANDEM GRAIN TRUCK., (402) 469-0789 NE - 1997 IH 4700 LOW PROFILE, 20K MILES, 444E, 5 SP. UNDER CDL, 19. 5 TIRES, HAS 19’ STEEL JERR-DAN ROLLBACK BED, GOOD WORKING TRUCK, $19,500.00, (402) 784-2065 CO - 1948 CHEVY 1 1/2 TON LOADMASTER TRUCK, 12’ FLATBED, NO HOIST, CORNER WINDOW CAB. 216 6 CYLINDER. WAS RUNNING WHEN PARKED, NOW ENGINE IS FROZEN. HAVE SOME PAPERWORK, BUT NO TITLE. $500 OBO. PLEAS LEAVE MESSAGE IF NO ANSWER., (719) 643-5267 MO - 1978 IH 1700, 18’ OMAHA STANDARD B & H, (660) 548-3804 NE - IH ENGINES, 304’S & 345’S, (308) 467-2335 NE - OMAHA STANDARD 16’ GRAIN BOX WITH HOIST, (308) 467-2335 NE - 1993 FREIGHTLINER FLD 120, 365 HP DETROIT, 9 SPD, 411 REAR END, 350K, 160” WB, AIRSLIDE 5TH WHEEL, ABOVE AVERAGE CONDITION, (402) 7262488 2606 - HORSE TRAILERS FOR SALE NE - GOOSENECK TRLR, 20’ W/4’ BEAVERTAIL, 7, 000 AXLES, (402) 6413841 2607 - UTILITY TRAILERS WANTED TO BUY NE - FLATBED W/HEAVY DUTY AXLES, METAL FLOOR AND WIDE ENOUGH TO HOLD A PICKUP, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE NE - 20 FT FLATBED TRAILER. TIMPTI PINTLE HITCH TO PULL BEHIND SEMI. AIR BREAKS 24. 5 RUBBER. ALL ALUMINIUM WHEELS $4000/OBO, (308) 348-2065 NE - TWO HEAVY DUTY STEEL FLAT BEDS OFF 2003 TRUCKS. ONE IS 24FT AND ONE IS 28FT., (402) 469-0789 NE - 1979 TRAIL MOBILE ALUMINUM 9000 GAL. TANKER, (402) 369-0212 2608 - ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES FOR SALE NE - 84 HONDA 3 WHEELER, (402) 3362755 2612 - CAMPERS FOR SALE KS - 12. 5’FROLIC SLIDE IN PICK-UP CAMPER, VERY GOOD COND. , AC, STOVE, ICEBOX, SLEEPS 6, FLUSH TOILET, 110-12V LIGHTS, PROPANE FURNACE & LIGHT, $800.00, (785) 7782962 2613 - MOBILE HOMES & RV’S FOR SALE NE - AVION SILVER R, 30FT, TRAVEL TRAILER, VERY CLEAN, EXCELLENT SNOWBIRD TRAILER, NEW BATTERIES, $7400/OBO, (402) 564-5064 2615 - AIRPLANES FOR SALE NE - MONI MOTOR GLIDER AND TRAILER, LOW HOURS, (402) 364-2592 2616 - TIRES WANTED TO BUY NE - HOT PATCH VULCANIZING PATCHES, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE NE - 15” SPLIT RIMS, 8 HOLE, 750 MUD/SNOW, (308) 587-2344 NE - 10 BOLT RIMS W/18. 4 X 38” TIRES, (402) 336-2755

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November 12, 2009 2813 - WHEEL LOADERS

WANTED TO BUY IA - LATE MODEL TRLRS & TRUCKS WITH LIGHT DAMAGE OR IN NEED OF ENGINE REPAIRS, (641) 658-2738 FOR SALE KS - 66 IH 2000, DETROIT, 15 SP W/HENDERSON TWINSCREW, TULSA WINCH. CALL 785-817-5188 (CELL) OR, (785) 935-2480 IA - 855 CUMMINS ENGINE REAL GOOD, HEAR IT RUN AND 8 ALUMINUM 22. 5 BUD WHEELS $150 EACH., (641) 7455228 NE - 903 CUMMINGS, LOW MILES, SPICER AIR RIDE, TAG AXLE, (308) 8362667 NE - 1975 24’ SEMI LOWBOY TRLR. $1950, $2,250.00, (402) 545-2255 MO - (2) ‘99 IH 4900, TS, 18K FRTS, 40K LB HENDRICKSON REARS, 300K MILES, WITH OR WITHOUT 20’ ALUMINUM DUMP BEDS, PERFECT LENGTH FOR 20’ GRAIN BED, $28,500 - $31,000, (660) 548-3804 MO - 1998 KENWORTH T300, LONG WHEEL BASE CAB & CHASSIS TANDEM, 12K FRONTS, 40K REARS, 300K MILES, READY FOR GRAIN BED, $16,000.00, (660) 548-3804 MO - ‘95 CHEVY TOPKICK, 20’ FLATBED & HOIST, CAT 250 HP, 8LL TRANS, 40K HENDRICKSON REARS, 14K FRONT, 190K MILES,, $21,000.00, (660) 548-3804 NE - 1978 BRENNER 6500 GAL STAINLESS STEEL INSULATED TANKER, GOOD CONDITION, (402) 369-0212 2630 - TRANSPORTATION OTHER

FOR SALE - CONT’D NE - 4WD IH WHEEL LOADER, PROPANE, W/BUCKET & FORKS, $6,250.00, (308) 874-4562 NE - 1995 DRESSER WHEEL LOADER, 3YD, 6 CYL CUMMINS TURBO, 80% TIRES, RUNS GOOD, (402) 369-0212 2820 - OFF HIGHWAY TRUCKS

FOR SALE NE - TRANSMISSION, GENERATOR, STARTER, REAR AXLE REMOVABLE CARRIER DIFFERENTIAL UNIT. FITS 1946 CHEVY 2 TON TRUCK, (308) 587-2344 2802 - DOZERS

FOR SALE NE - CRUSHED LIMESTONE FOR DRIVEWAY-YOU LOAD & HAUL $8 CU.YD., NEAR GRAND ISLAND , NE, (402) 5645064 NE - NEW 2’ X 24’ CULVERT, $650.00, (308) 894-6965 2840 - OTHER CONST.

FOR SALE KS - TEREX 8220A DOZER, PS, TILT, GOOD RUNNING MACHINE, (785) 9352480 2803 - DIRT SCRAPERS WANTED TO BUY MO - WE BUY & TRADE USED HYDRAULIC EJECTION SCRAPERS, (660) 548-3804 FOR SALE MO - NEW & USED SCRAPERS- EJECTION & DUMP, ANY SIZE, (660) 5483804 NE - PULL BEHIND BOX SCRAPERS, 10’ & 12’; 3PT’S 6’ & 8’, (402) 678-2277 MO - NEW TOREQ BY STEIGER & LEON SCRAPERS, (660) 548-3804 2804 - MOTOR GRADERS FOR SALE KS - CAT 120 ROAD GRADER. $15,500, $19,500.00, (785) 871-0711 2805 - BACKHOE FOR SALE NE - JD 410 BACKHOE, CALL 308-3600377 OR, (308) 282-1330 2806 - CRANES & DRAGLINES FOR RENT NE - 28 TON NATIONAL CRANE, 152 FT. REACH, (402) 387-0347 FOR SALE CO - 2 ROUGH TERRAIN, AUSTIN 5 TON 35’ BOOM, REBUILT ENGINE $5500 GALLION 125 12.5 TON, 65’ BOOM, REBUILT ENG. & HYD. $12,500 B & B AUTO SALES, 8AM-5PM, (970) 483-5562 2807 - GENERATORS FOR SALE MN - AUTOMATIC GENERATOR SETS 15KW-500KW, NEW & USED, LOW TIME GEN SETS. REMOTE WELL GENERATORS. SERVING FARMERS SINCE 1975.

STANDBY POWER SYSTEMS, WINDOM MN, MON-SAT 9-5., (800) 419-9806 CO - ONAN 100KW GEN-SET W/6 CYL CUMMINS DIESEL, 200 AMP DISCONNECT, 75’ POWER CORD, ON TRLR, $5,000.00, (303) 536-0124 2809 - CONSTRUCTION TRUCKS WANTED TO BUY KS - MANLIFT UNIT DOES NOT HAVE TO BE ON TRUCK OR OPERATING TRUCK, (785) 778-2962 FOR SALE KS - 1997 LOADKING, 55 TON, 3 AXLE, LAY DOWN NECK, W/BEAVERTAILS. CALL 785-817-5188 (CELL) OR, (785) 935-2480 2813 - WHEEL LOADERS FOR SALE CO - CASE W24B, NEW ENGINE, CAB/HEAT, $25,500, CAT 930 RUNS GOOD, CAB/HEAT $22,500, FIAT ALLIS 605B, NEW ENGINE & CYL REBUILD, CAB & HEAT, QUICK-TATCH BUCKET $26,500 B & B AUTO SALES, 8AM-5PM, (970) 483-5562 MN - 1984 TROJAN 1900Z LOADER MACHINE SERIAL #3135209 ENGINE MODEL FGL-913 SERIAL #6761185 TRANSMISSION 4WG-120 SERIAL # 4140 ZF; $5,000.00 OBO, WENDELL NOBLE, (651) 345-3854 NE - CASE 621 PAYLOADER, MODEL 6T 590 CUMMINS MOTOR, MOTOR NEEDS WORK. $21,000, $21,000.00, (402) 5452255 www.myfarmandranch.com

FOR SALE NE - 1972 MACK R DUMP TRUCK, 15’ ROCKBED, 13 SPEED, $2,500.00, (308) 874-4562 2822 - SKID STEER LOADERS WANTED TO BUY NE - 66” BUCKET FOR 1835C CASE SKID STEER, 10. 00X16. 5 TIRE-WHEEL, PLUS OTHER ATTACHMENTS, (308) 587-2344 FOR SALE WI - SKID STEER ATTACHEMENTS: BUCKETS, FORKS, GRAPPLES BUNKER FACERS, FEED PUSHERS, BALE SPEARS, BELT & TIRE SCRAPERS, BACKHOE, 3PT-DRAWBAR, LIFT & PTO UNITS., (715) 556-1400 2824 - MATERIAL HANDLING EQMT FOR SALE NE - 1500-8000# (MOSTLY 4000#), AIR TIRES & NEW FORKS, (402) 678-2277 CO - PETTIBONE 30’ HILIFT 4WD, READY TO WORK, B & B AUTO SALES, 8AM-5PM, $8,500.00, (970) 483-5562 OK - PETTIBONE, 30’ LIFT, $3,900.00, (580) 361-2265 2827 - BUILDING SUPPLIES

FOR SALE NE - 12-20’LONG 12”I BEAMS, 1/4”THICK W/ 1/2” THICK TOP & BOTTOM, 4 3/4” WIDE $180 EA OR ALL 12 FOR $2000. 12-7’ LONG 10”, 6” H BEAMS, 1/4” THICK, $35 EA OR ALL 12 FOR $400., (308) 894-6965 NE - 1991 BLUEBIRD BUS, 5. 9 CUMMINS, CALL 308-360-0377 OR, (308) 282-1330 3002 - ANTIQUE TRACTORS WANTED TO BUY SD - MINNEAPOLIS MOLINE ANY OLDER MM, (605) 386-2131 FOR SALE MN - ANTIQUE TRACTOR COLLECTORS! BIEWER’S TRACTOR & MACH. SALV. SPECIALIZES IN 1920-85 TRACTOR PARTS. FREE NATIONWIDE LOCATING. BARNESVILLE, MN. SEARCH PARTS & SEE OVER 100 ANTIQUE TRACTORS PICTURED AT SALVAGETRACTORS. COM, (218) 493-4696 CO - 2-OLIVER 70 TRACTORS BOTH RUN $1250 EACH B & B AUTO SALES, 8AM5PM, (970) 483-5562 NE - 1 JD 720 D, AND 1 IHC 450, (308) 836-2667 NE - TRACTOR PARTS FOR SALE. NEW AFTERMARKET PARTS FOR MOST MAKES OF TRACTORS. FRONT END PARTS, 3 PT HITCH PARTS, RADIATORS, SEATS, STEERING WHEELS, BATTERY BOXES, PTO PARTS, DRAWBARS, WATER PUMPS, DECALS & MORE. CLASSIC AG, AINSWORTH, NE., (800) 286-2171 NE - FORD 4000 GAS. D17 DIESEL. MF 35 DIESEL, (308) 544-6421 NE - IHC H W/9’ KOSCH BELLY MOWER, (308) 544-6421 NE - 1952 JD B, RECONDITIONED, PULLED IN DIV 1 4500LBS, $3,500.00, (402) 545-2255 NE - 1938 JD B, UNSTYLED, RECONDITIONED, $3,100.00, (402) 545-2255 NE - 1941 JD A, ELECTRIC START, 4 SP, BEHLEN OVERDRIVE,, $2,500.00, (402) 545-2255 NE - M-M GB PROPANE, FLAT DECK & CAB, EXCELLENT COND., $2,250.00, (308) 874-4562 3003 - ANTIQUE VEHICLES WANTED TO BUY SD - IH 6 SPEED SPECIAL TRUCK, (605) 386-2131 SD - OLDER JEEPS, CJ 2A, 1948 OR OLDER, ALSO MILITARY, (605) 386-2131 NE - TEENS, 20’S, EARLY 30’S IHC TRUCKS, PARTS, LITERATURE, (308) 894-6965 NE - 1950 FORD CRESTLINER & 1951 VICTORIA, (308) 876-2515 FOR SALE NE - ‘49 IHC KB5, 2TON; ‘47 FORD, 2 TON, (308) 836-2667 3005 - FENCING MATERIALS WANTED TO BUY KS - 5/8”, 3/4” AND 7/8” FIBERGLASS SUCKER ROD, (785) 778-2962 FOR SALE NE - SUCKER ROD 5/8”, 3/4”, 7/8”, 1”, CALL MY CELL: 308-870-1119, CALL FOR PRICE, (308) 732-3356 NE - PIPE 2 3/8”, 2 7/8”, 3 1/2”, 4 1/2”, 5 1/2”, CALL MY CELL: 308-870-1119, CALL FOR PRICE, (308) 732-3356 www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com www.myfarmandranch.com

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