CAREER NIGHT SUCCESSES!
Career Night was a resounding success, bringing together over 70 students across two regions to explore exciting career opportunities. Attendees traveled an impressive average of 1.5 hours, showcasing their dedication and curiosity of the Apprenticeship and Road to Success programs. Both events were brimming with energy as lucky participants won backpacks, adding to the excitement of a night focused on inspiring the next generation of techs.
Students who won backpacks pose with Cody Knutson, Roscoe Store Manager & Dustin Harvey, Region 1 RAM
Students at the Idaho Falls Career Night pose for a picture with Jordan Kite, Region 8 RSM & Jace Poulson, Idaho Falls Store Manager.
Pictured: Top, Kelly Artz, Dustin Harvey and Cody Knutson take a quick picture with the students who won tool bags! Left, new employee Shawn Laskarzewski holds up the bag he won at Career Night - Shawn started in December as a service tech at C & B in Miller, SD.
A WINTER WON”DEERE”LAND!
Falls Park is lit up green and gold this winter with several pieces of John Deere equipment at their annual Winter Wonderland. Units supplied by the Sioux Falls Ag store!
Truman participated in the Fairmont, MN 2024 Glows Parade. Kevin Ward, his wife Jocelyn Ward, and Callie Austin decorated the units
You can watch the full parade here!
SF Farm Ag Show
Jan 24-26, 2024
Sioux Falls
Denny Sanford Premier Center
The Jackson store participated in Jackson’s holiday fest. Adam Crissinger (Region 3 Parts Runner) in the Tractor. Cole Lusk (Jackson Salesman) in Gator with Adam’s wife Jessica and daughter Reya.
Sioux Empire Livestock Show
Jan 23 - 28
Sioux Falls
Sioux Empire Fairgrounds
MN Ag Expo Jan 22-23, 2025
Mankato, MN Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
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Pictured below: Jackson hosted their annual Porch Pot class for Ladies night!
GETTING SPOOKY IN GETTYSBURG
LEARNING SEE & SPRAY IN IDA GROVE
The Gettysburg team was visited by ghosts, gouls and spooky characters during their 2024 Halloween Trick-or-Treat event.
Ida Grove hosted a two day event with techs from multiple locations along with our John Deere reps. They deep dove into the assembly of the See & Spray Upgrade Kit. It was a fun but busy few days!
Edgerton C&B held an Ag day for the local FFA kids from the surrounding schools.
GOVENOR, GREG GIANFORTE SPEAKS
TO FUTURE
AG LEADERS
CALENDAR WINNERS
Tim Schulz attended the 2024 Montana FFA Ag Expo sponsored by John Deere dealerships last week. The banquet hosted over 1900 attendees, most of them, FFA kids from across Montana, with suport from local residents. They had the chance to listen to Governor, Greg Gianforte speak and participate in over 30 different contests. C & B continues to be an outstanding leader in the development of future ag leaders.
THE “VERMINATOR”
December: Ehlers Family Farming Company - Marathon, IA
January: Sornberger Farms Jackson, MN
Ashley Dubbs, based in Billings MT saves the day after catching a racoon that they found in a unit at the store. Racoons beware!!
BE PREPARED: THE ESSENTIAL WINTER VEHICLE SAFETY PACK
By Jordan St. Clair, Safety Manager
Basic Tools and Equipment
· Ice Scraper and Snow Brush: Clear your windows and mirrors for optimal visibility.
· Shovel: A compact folding shovel can help free your car from snowbanks.
· Tire Chains or Traction Mats: Improve grip on icy or snowy roads.
Safety Essentials
· Flashlight with Extra Batteries: For visibility during nighttime breakdowns.
· First Aid Kit: Treat minor injuries while awaiting assistance.
· Jumper Cables or a Portable Jump Starter: Restart a dead battery in freezing temperatures.
Warmth and Comfort
· Blankets and Extra Clothing: Stay warm while waiting for help.
· Hand Warmers: Portable heat sources can keep extremities from freezing.
Food and Water
· Non-Perishable Snacks: High-energy items like protein bars can sustain you during long waits.
· Bottled Water: Store it in an insulated container to prevent freezing.
Navigation and Communication
· Phone Charger or Power Bank: Ensure your phone is charged to call for help.
· Road Maps: As a backup in case GPS fails.
Emergency Markers
· Reflective Triangles or Flares: Make your vehicle visible to other drivers in low-light conditions.
· Whistle: Signal for help if needed.
Season-Specific Extras
· Windshield Washer Fluid Rated for Cold Weather: Prevents freezing and ensures clear visibility.
· Kitty Litter or Sand: Provides traction if your tires are stuck.
Bonus Tips
Regularly check your vehicle’s tire pressure, battery health, and antifreeze levels during winter.
· Keep your fuel tank at least half full to prevent fuel line freezing.
HAPPY RETIREMENT DAN NEUGEBAUER!
Dan Neugebauer began his John Deere career on November 22,1977 working for Weber Equipment Inc in Parkston, SD as a bookkeeper and was there for 31 years. At that time, there were only ledger books & journals – everything done by hand. The computer age arrived in the fall of 1987.
Weber Equipment also purchased the Chamberlain store in 1987. Weber Equipment was purchased by Noteboom Implement Inc. in Corsica in May of 2008. During his years with Weber’s and Noteboom’s he wore many hats, from Bookkeeping, Settlements, JD Statements, helping at the parts counter, assisting store managers and helping customers in any way he could.
C&B acquired the Noteboom stores in August of 2018, and Dan continued working on the Sales Processing team. I have appreciated having him on my team for the last 6 years. Dan has had a very rewarding career, and he cherishes all his co-workers and customers that he has met over the last 47 years.
Dan is hoping to spend more time with his wife, daughters and their families, watching sporting events and doing a little golfing. Thanks, Dan, for all your contributions over the years and we wish you the very best in your retirement! Please send your congratulations to Dan at neugebauerd@cbequipment and wish him a great retirement
AWARDS & RECOGNITION IN
IDA GROVE, IA
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Spencer, IA Community Impact
Ida Grove recently had four service techs awarded with Certified Technician.
On the day of the flood, we opened the C & B store to be a temporary shelter and kept impacted residents overnight until other accommodations were arranged. Staff and families spent the weekend of the flood plus countless other days and hours working with their neighbors and friends to help them recover. The unofficial number of hours donated by the Spencer team was in excess of 500 hours. Activities included the following: cleaning houses of flood debris, working to volunteer at the shelters by serving food, unloading trucks with supplies, opening their homes to others that needed the help.
This event has made a lasting impact on everyone in the area, and we hope to never see something like this again.
Pictured left to right: Nate Homan, Jason Graeve, Tim Madsen, Ryan Green, Adam Lansink (service manager)
Billings, MT Community Impact
The team in Billings cleaned up a portion of the interstate between exits 446 & 447 in front of the store. They filled over 60 bags of trash!
Pictured right: The Billings team donated over $500 and the store matched their donations. This was to support the local Friendship House with their Dress a child program. We collected enough to provide coats, boots and other winter clothing for 8 Kids.
Glasgow, MT Community Impact
Block of Bucks is a meaningful charity initiative where C&B employees, alongside dedicated volunteers, stand at busy intersections to collect donations from passing drivers. The funds raised directly support the purchase of winter clothing for children in need, ensuring they remain warm and protected during the colder months. This impactful effort transforms community generosity into essential resources for children who might otherwise face the winter without adequate clothing. This year’s event was a tremendous success, raising $27,374— an impressive increase from last year’s total of $17,280.
Idaho Falls, ID Community Impact
The team in Idaho Falls volunteered at the Community Food Basket. They sorted food and helped with 243 baskets to hand out to for Thanksgiving. This food basket helps 16000 people monthly (6000 families) of which 48 % are children. Seniors are also a big part of who this Food Basket helps.
Worthington, MN Community Impact
The group photo is of Taylor Wiener & myself with the other meals on wheels delivery people.
Miller, SD Community Impact
The team in Miller, SD worked hard to put up the town lighting display for Christmas.
Sioux Falls, SD Community Impact
The Sioux Falls Field Support Office put together bikes for their community impact. Together they assembled 15 bikes of different sizes to be handed out to children for Christmas.
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