February 11, 2023 Dairy Star - 3rd section

One-On-One

with Chad Van Beck, senior business lender at Pine County Bank in Rice, Minnesota

Tell us about yourself and your family. My wife, Brenda, and I live on Big Birch Lake, and we have four children: two are married, and two will be getting married this coming summer. Our son and daughter-in-law are expecting their rst baby in June so we are excited to become grandparents. I have been a lender for the past 30 years, working at Pine Country Bank in Rice, Minnesota, for the past six years. My wife has worked at Albany Family Dentistry and has been in the dental industry for 32 years.

How and why did you get into the lending business? I was given a chance to get into lending by Simon Hellermann in 1993 at the old Melrose Credit Union. Since that time, I have loved doing what I do. I truly enjoy working with customers on a daily basis, especially the farmers. Farmers are some of the hardest working, most honest people you will ever meet. Helping customers and watching them succeed is the best part of my job.

What percentage of your clientele is in agriculture? About 70% of the loans in my portfolio are agricultural loans. In general, what is your perception about how dairy businesses are faring nancially? The last couple of years have been favorable for the majority of farmers I work with. The dairy prices, crop prices and livestock prices have helped to make farming protable, but with the increase in operating expenses, we have our concerns for the future if the prices they receive decline.

Within your dairy clients, what do most loans go toward? Every dairy farming operation is different. In normal times, it seems that there is a good mix of loans for operating needs, build-

ing construction, equipment and livestock purchases. With the recent rising interest rate environment, it seems the demand loans for capital purchases and construction loans has decreased. The higher cost of building materials we experienced in 2022 also decreased the demand for loans to build buildings on the farm. If margins on the farm get squeezed in the future, quite possibly the demand for operating loans or working capital loans could increase.

How has the current nancial landscape affected your clients? Currently, most of the farmers I deal with are in a good position coming off the past couple years. Recent favorable prices for their products, and increased margins have allowed most farmers to build working capital and increase their overall net worth, which could then be used to help them get through some tougher economic times.

What are your slowest and busiest times of year? Although it seems we are always busy, I would say the busiest time of the year for me is from November through April. This is the time when farmers are not busy with eldwork, and they have time to update their nancials and do planning for the future. The slowest times seem to be in spring and fall when the farmers are busy in the eld.

What is the most enjoyable part about your job? The most enjoyable part of my job is putting on a pair of jeans and spending time with farmers on their farm. I get to see rsthand what they have accomplished on their farm, and I get to see how proud they are of their farming operation.

What is the biggest challenge of your job? The biggest challenge is working

with farmers that may be struggling. We collectively may have to make tough decisions that will hopefully be the best for everyone. It is tough to see farmers deal with struggles they may have little control over, such as low prices for their commodities.

How much on-going training or learning do you do to keep up with information in the different industries you work with? I try to attend any training sessions that are offered to keep up on current lending practices. I also attend as many meetings as possible that deal with current issues in agriculture, especially local meetings where I can interact with farmers.

How has ag lending changed throughout your career? The costs of operating and the price for land and machinery have increased so substantially in the past 30 years. I remember when I started lending. There was a 160-acre parcel of farm land that sold for $1,100 per acre. We couldn’t believe it. Now that same parcel would sell for $6,000-$7,000 per acre. Rising costs makes it challenging when it comes to lending because along with the farmers, we have to make smart business decisions so as not to jeopardize anyone’s farming operation.

What have been the toughest years to be in the lending business? The years of extremely low milk prices were tough. Long periods of low prices forces dairy operations to exit, and that is hard to see. Difcult decisions need to be made, and sitting at the table with farmers is never easy when times are tough.

What are common misconceptions people have about lenders? I would say the term “banker’s hours” is probably the biggest misconception I hear. Most customers use that term while poking fun at me, which is all in good fun. Rarely are their normal hours for a lender. When customers call, I try my best to answer my cell phone whether it be 7 a.m. or 7 p.m. Recently, I was at a business owner’s shop signing loan documents at 5 a.m. because that was the only time that worked for him.

What kind of agricultural activities or organizations are you involved in?

I served on the Stearns County Dairy

Advisory Committee until I hit my term limit, and I currently serve on the Minnesota Dairy Initiative Regional Board. I am a member of the Stearns Electric Member Engagement Group, and I serve as supervisor on the Millwood Township Board. I am a member of the Knights of Columbus and a parishioner at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church.

What is one lending or banking tip you have for dairy producers? When making a loan request, the best thing you can do is to be prepared and have a good business plan with projections and updated nancial statements. Be open and honest with your lender because nobody likes surprises. Just be yourself because most lenders want to get to know you so they can help you be successful. Also, the team approach is so important to a dairy farm. Develop a team of trusted professionals who can sit at a meeting on the farm and help a farm succeed when everyone is working toward the same goal.

What is one of the most important lessons you have learned in your career? I live by this belief. If you deal with good, honest people that want to pay their loans back, you should have no problems.

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? I love to spend time with my wife and family on the lake in the summer, and I also enjoy hunting with my sons in the fall and winter.

The cow family that could

Zank built herd around his favorite cow

By Danielle Nauman danielle.n@dairystar.com

NEILLSVILLE, Wis. – Clint Zank’s career as a dairy farmer has had its ups and downs, but when he reects, he takes pride in the accomplishments he has achieved.

What Zank considers to be one of his greatest accomplishments is breeding and developing a cow family that has produced four Excellent cows with over 300,000 pounds of milk in their respective lifetimes. Three of those cows complete three consecutive generations of cows to obtain the benchmark. According to Holstein Association USA, this is the only family in the breed to do so.

Today, Zank is milking 17 registered Holsteins, most of which are members of that prized cow family, on his farm near Neillsville where he lives and works with his wife, Heidi.

Zank said he is nearing the end of his dairy farming career. Health complications and physical limitations that remain from a 1993 all-terrain vehicle accident that nearly took his life, leaving him in a coma for 52 days, continue to plague him.

“It’s a lot to do by myself, and every day, every year, it just seems to get a little harder,” Zank said. “But, I love the cows, and I love breeding registered Holsteins. That is what makes it hard to walk away.”

In the spring of 1993, just before his accident, Zank and a friend went north of the border to look for cows to buy. Zank was just beginning the process of establishing his own herd after growing up working on his father’s dairy farm.

On that trip, Zank found a young cow that captured his attention and eventually captured his heart.

“We stopped at Mia Farms, and I found a young cow that I really felt had a lot of potential,” Zank said. “She was an 82-point 2-year-old, but she had all the pieces to make a great cow and be something you could breed from.”

C Mia Tab Sybil EX91-4E-GMD not only lived up to Zank’s expectations, she exceeded them. Her story in the U.S. began as Zank’s own took its dramatic turn. While he lay in the hospital, with doctors and his own family uncertain of his survival, Zank’s friends took it upon themselves to exhibit Sybil at the Clark County Fair where she took home supreme champion honors. Later that summer, they exhibited her again at the Central Wisconsin State Fair in nearby Marsheld where she placed second in her class.

Zank’s family was able to transport him from the hospital for the day, not much more than two

months past the accident that nearly claimed his life, to watch the cow he had so much faith in grace the show ring.

“I really don’t remember much of going to the Marsheld fair to watch Sybil; I was still pretty much out of it,” Zank said. “But I remember how much it meant to me that she was there and that I got to see it.”

Sybil was sired by Kingstead Valiant Tab and was out of a Good Plus Marsheld Elevation Tony daughter. She completed her lifetime record with 308,646 pounds of milk, 10,395 pounds of butterfat and 9,031 pounds of protein. Her top record was made at 7 years, 3 months of age when she made 42,970 pounds of milk, 1,484 pounds of butterfat and 1,240 pounds of protein in 365 days.

Sybil had three daughters who scored Excellent, and two of those cows reached the hallmark of 300,000 pounds of lifetime production. Ridge-Place Encore Summer EX92-3E recorded a lifetime production record of 321,020 pounds of milk, 12,473 pounds of butterfat and 9,761 pounds of protein. Her maternal sister, Ridge-Place Milan Supreme EX902E, reached a lifetime production of 303,180 pounds of milk with 9,615 pounds of butterfat and 8,605 pounds of protein. Sired by Shoremar Milan, Supreme’s top record was made at 8 years, 6 months of age when she completed a 365-day record of 41,270 pounds of milk, 1,223 pounds of butterfat and 1,147 pounds of protein.

Supreme had a daughter that went on to complete the third generation of high-scoring, high-producing cows: Ridge-Place Lee Surprise EX90-2E sired by Comestar Lee. Surprise made a lifetime record of 313,160 pounds of milk, 9,875 pounds of butterfat and 9,068 pounds of protein.

Besides producing multiple generations of cows that surpassed the impressive lifetime production total of 300,000 pounds of milk, the high type that bred true from Sybil’s family helped Zank achieve other goals during his career.

The Zanks’ herd qualied for Holstein Association USA’s Progressive Breeders Registry for 13 years and was awarded with the association’s Herd of Excellence recognition in 2009. The Zanks also carried one of the top BAAs in the country among herds of a similar size for several years.

Zank credits Sybil, and eventually her family, for keeping his passion for breeding registered Holsteins alive through some pretty difcult times in his life. It took Zank nearly a year to take his rst steps following the accident. It took him nearly ve years to nally pick up where he left off and embark on his dairy farming career in earnest, buying the farm from his parents in 1998.

“I wasn’t supposed to live through that accident; they told my parents I had less than a 2% chance of living,” Zank said. “If I did live, they told them I’d never walk and probably never talk. I guess they didn’t know who they were dealing with.”

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Clint Zank kneels by one of the many members of his herd that trace back to his founda on brood cow, C Mia Tab Sybil, Feb. 1 on his farm near Neillsville, Wisconsin. Zank milks 17 cows on his Clark County dairy farm.

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Most of Clint Zank’s herd traces back to C Mia Tab Sybil, who Zank purchased in Canada at the beginning of his dairy career. Sybil and two of her daughters complete three consecu ve genera ons of Excellent cows producing more than 300,000 pounds of life me milk produc on.

Keeping farms safe from animal activists

Platte discusses how to protect against threats from outsiders

By Stacey Smart stacey.s@dairystar.com

MADISON, Wis. – Undercover video footage, trespassing and theft.

These tactics and more were discussed by Grace Platte, of the Animal Ag Alliance, during her presentation, “Farm Security and Animal Activism,” at the 2023 Dairy Strong conference hosted by the Dairy Business Association Jan. 18-19 in Madison.

Platte shared real-life steps farmers can take to be proactive in protecting their operations from animal rights groups.

“This kind of stuff doesn’t just happen in California,” Platte said. “We’re starting to see instances all across the country.”

Founded in 1987, the Animal Ag Alliance is a non-prot organization that brings together farmers, ranchers, veterinarians, animal feed companies, animal health companies, processors, allied associations and others involved in getting food from farm to fork. Safeguarding the future of animal agriculture is their mission.

“Animal activists are trying to reach the large audience of the average consumer,” Platte said. “They’re trying to create a wedge between us and the consumer so there is more misinformation and confusion about where food comes from. Their goal is to make you stop communicating with consumers.”

Platte said animal rights activism is big business, and these organizations use a variety of tactics when targeting animal agriculture.

Undercover employment is a tactic but is one that Platte said activists have recently moved away from.

“It’s a lot of work to get vetted, hired, trained and stay for months and work while trying to capture videos they can twist and use to push their agenda,” Platte said. “You can nd actual job postings on LinkedIn for an undercover investigator for (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). It’s still happening, even though it’s less common.”

Platte said drones and frontline surveillance or trespassing are also tactics used. Activists try to get videos to understand where the trafc is during the day, learn entry and exit points as well as weak points in an operation, and nd out how they can gain access to animals.

“We’ve seen a lot of use of drones,” Platte said. “If you notice a suspicious drone, do not shoot it down. They are still considered aircraft, and you will end up on a federal list you don’t want to be on. Note it and call the police immediately as well as the Animal Ag Alliance.”

If a farmer sees a vehicle that should not be on their farm, Platte said to take a picture of it. Animal Ag Alliance will send it to their members so they know what is going on in their area.

Undercover video footage is on the incline, Platte said. She said activists need only gain access on a farm once or twice to install and retrieve cameras

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Grace Pla e, of the Animal Ag Alliance, spoke about how a farm can protect itself against animal ac vism during the 2023 Dairy Strong Conference Jan.1819 in Madison, Wisconsin. The Animal Ag Alliance is a non-prot organiza on that brings together farmers, ranchers, veterinarians, animal feed companies, animal health companies, processors, allied associa ons and more to safeguard animal agriculture.

and recording devices. They can gain months of footage versus showing up every day and putting up a front as an employee. They may pose as someone else, such as an employee of a company the farm works with.

“If you nd a camera or recording device on your farm that you didn’t put there, leave it,” Platte said. “Don’t touch it. Call local law enforcement so they can potentially track it back to its owner. Take pictures and document

what happened and let the Alliance know.”

Platte said animal activists are not above theft. What most people would refer to as stealing, they call “open rescue,” which Platte said is on the rise. They go onto farms, gure out how they can get access to an animal, and then they return to steal those animals.

Platte said prevention starts on the farm, and operations should try to become YouTube-proof. To do this, she recommends implementing sciencebased animal care and environmental policies. Train employees thoroughly on animal handling and care and hold refresher courses. Also, have employees sign an animal care agreement.

“God forbid you have an activist working on your farm who you trust,” Platte said. “They take videos and twist it in ways that are not truthful, putting you and your farm in a bad light. If there is a legal binding document, and they break that, they will get in trouble and the video is gone.”

Platte recommends dairy farmers put farm security basics into practice. Lock ofces and cabinets and store records in a safe place that only the dairy producer and trusted employees have access to. Proper lighting, alarms and cameras are a good idea, and post restricted area and no trespassing signs.

“You should be able to stand anywhere on your farm or in your facilities and see at least one of those signs,” Platte said. “That way, if an activist does show up, they can’t claim they didn’t know they shouldn’t be there.”

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Platte said to require an employment application, ask for references and follow up on those references. Pay attention to any suspicious or confusing things about the applicant.

“Trust your gut,” Platte said. “If something does not seem right, explore it further.”

Platte said procedures involving pain and/or dealing with moving sick and injured animals should be done by senior employees instead of new hires. Only include trusted employees to handle these situations.

“Life happens, and farming isn’t always pretty,” Platte said. “Don’t have your average Joe off the street come in on his rst day and help with some of the harder parts of farming.”

Platte said producers should be prepared to handle an unexpected visitor and make sure their employees know the policy too. If an unexpected visitor arrives on the farm, Platte said to not be afraid to ask for credentials or verication of identity and gather as much information as possible about the visitor including a visual description of the visitor, their clothing and their vehicle.

Platte said escort visitors at all times and be cautious about information requests.

“If someone you’re hiring or someone who randomly shows up has a lot of questions about animal welfare, and you answer, and they have more, that’s not normal,” she said. “Flag that, and don’t be afraid to ask them questions as well.”

When it comes to protests, Platte said to plan for the worst but hope for the best; avoid confrontation and engagement.

“That’s easier said than done, but you have to keep your cool,” she said. “You are probably being recorded and livestreamed. They’re looking for an uproar from you; don’t give it to them.”

Platte said to not respond to inquiries or answer questions. Instead, contact law enforcement immediately, and let them handle any conversations with protesters.

“These organizations are going to act like they know the laws better than you and better than law enforcement, and they’re going to try and twist these laws in their favor,” Platte said.

Platte said to turn the camera on the protesters and record them in addition to writing down their vehicle descriptions and license plate numbers. Identify the leaders and what they are wearing, and try to understand what activist organization they are associated with.

“It’s important for you to have law enforcement on your side,” Platte said. “Identify who to connect with and have them in your back pocket to be at your rescue. Invite law enforcement to see your farm, and make sure they get to know you as a person. Let them know you’re following the best care guidelines and explain why it’s important to you.”

Platte said farmers should be proactive and have a plan in place that includes a core team, contact lists, draft statements and response materials. If a protest does occur, Platte said an internal investigation can be undertaken to determine if information came from an undercover employee and what could have been done to prevent the incident. Communicate with stakeholders about what happened, how the situation was handled, prepare for inquiries and be ready for additional activity.

According to Platte, creating transparency and educating consumers is more important than ever. The truth of agriculture and why it is important to everyone must be conveyed.

“Connect proactively with customers throughout the food chain, and let your neighbor know who you are and what you’re about,” Platte said. “Develop a positive reputation you can lean on if a crisis arises. Activists are trying to add to the mystery. We need to counteract.”

Platte said producers should interact with local, state and national legislators as well as local media and use social media.

“Social media is a great way to reach the masses and continuously update on what a day in the life of a farmer looks like,” she said. “Most people do not know or understand.”

There are things every farm can do to safeguard their business against potential targeting by animal activists. Putting safety measures into place on a farm can prevent or lessen the negative impact of an animal activist activity.

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I-29 Moo University collaborators encourage dairy producers to register for the upcoming I-29 Moo University Winter Workshop. This year’s theme is “Milking the Carbon Cow.” The series includes the following webinars.

– 7 p.m. Feb. 13: “Measuring, Managing & Modeling for the Future” presented by Kaitlyn Briggs, director of environmental research, Dairy Management Inc., who is an experienced dairy veterinarian with an MBA focused on sustainability.

– 7 p.m. Feb. 16: “Carbon Credit Contract: Considerations and Questions to Ask” presented by Kristine Tidgren, adjunct assistant professor and director for the Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation. Register at https://go.iastate.edu/JKCIXA.

You are VITAL (Valuably Informed Thriving Agricultural Leader) to your farm. VITAL is a dynamic program designed for women in agriculture and will feature various ways to diversify the farm. This workshop will be Feb. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mead Wildlife Center, 201517 County Road S., Milladore, Wisconsin. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to socialize and network with friends while learning new strategies for the farm. Lunch will be provided. If interested in attending, contact the Clark County Extension ofce at 715-743-5121 or register at https://go.wisc.edu/vital.

Minnesota Milk’s Annual Meeting will be at 3 p.m. Feb. 14 at the Radisson Hotel-St. Paul Downtown, 161 St. Anthony Ave., St Paul, Minnesota. With a renewed emphasis on state policy, we found it tting to move our Minnesota Milk Annual Meeting to coincide with our annual Dairy Day at the Capitol.

Minnesota Milk’s Valentine’s Day Dairy Dinner is at 5 p.m. Feb. 14 at 317 Rice Park in St. Paul, Minnesota. Join us for an evening to support Minnesota Milk’s political action committee and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun. There will be a dairy-themed dinner, an opportunity to get your caricature drawn, signature drinks and an interactive musical show by Rock It Man Entertainment. Please RSVP at https://www.mnmilk.org/event/minnesota-milkvalentines-day-dairy-dinner/.

Minnesota Milk’s Dairy Day at the Capitol will be at 9 a.m. Feb. 15. Let your voice be heard. We will set up meetings with your legislators for those pre-registered. A light coffee, milk and donuts breakfast, lunch and late afternoon reception are included.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources are jointly hosting a series of in-person workshops for CAFO permit holders, key employees, livestock producers, their employees and agronomic and engineering consultants.

Designed for producers with (or considering) CAFO permits and their consultants, the workshops will focus on several themes: manure innovations and management farmer/consultant panel; considerations when adding a manure treatment or processing system; process changes for renewing and modifying permits; and nutrient management planning, with a focus on manure hauling audits and managing manure in sensitive areas and soils.

In addition to DNR staff addressing these topics, Victor Cabrera will demonstrate the Dairy Enviro-Money tool and regional and state DNR staff will be available to answer specic ques-

tions during the networking opportunities. Locations, dates and registration links are as follows:

– Feb. 16, Darlington, County Multipurpose Building. https://go.wisc.edu/dar23cafo

– Feb. 17, Jefferson, County Highway Training Room. https://go.wisc.edu/jef23cafo

– Feb. 23, Stratford, Fresh Country Aire. https://go.wisc.edu/str23cafo

– Feb. 24, Menomonie, Stout Craft Tap House. https://go.wisc.edu/men23cafo

For more information or to register, visit the link for each event or contact kevin.erb@wisc. edu.

The daylong Carver County Dairy and Beef Expo is known for its educational programming, trade show and networking opportunities. Each year is a reunion for the industry to gather, learn and network. We will be introducing a broader agricultural scope including a dairy tract, crops tract and livestock tract of educational sessions. The event includes a dairy, beef and ag industry trade show. The event starts at 9 a.m. Feb. 20, and the breakout sessions begin at 10:30 a.m. at Central High School in Norwood Young America, Minnesota. Contact Colleen Carlson, University of Minnesota Extension ag educator, at traxl042@umn.edu or 507521-3640.

Register for the free upcoming webinar, Preparing for Tax Season: Impacts of the Ination Reduction Act Assistance for Distressed Borrowers, at 1 p.m. Feb. 20. The session will be hosted by UW Extension farm management outreach specialist Katie Wantoch and will feature C. Robert Holcomb, enrolled agent and agricultural business management Extension educator at the University of Minnesota Extension. Register for this free virtual webinar at https://go.wisc.edu/h3o89h. Once registered, you will receive an email conrmation containing information about joining the meeting.

For over 40 years, dairy snowbirds have gathered at the Florida State Fair for the OldTimers Breakfast. The breakfast is on the grounds of the fair in Tampa, Florida, and right after the breakfast and our featured speaker, the state fair dairy show commences in the show arena. The breakfast starts at 7:15 a.m. Feb. 20 with coffee and greetings to old friends and new acquaintances. To register for the breakfast, simply call the Florida State Fair Ofce at 800345-3247 and ask for the ag business department. You will then be put on the list. You pay at the door. Enter the fairgrounds through the livestock gate, which is off Orient Road on the east side of the fairgrounds.

Dairy, beef and hay producers, as well as custom operators and nutrient applicators, should mark their calendars for Feb. 20-22 for the 2023 Symposium at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. Providing some of the latest and most relevant forage-related educational sessions the Midwest has to offer, the Symposium, hosted jointly by the Midwest Forage Association, Professional Nutrient Applicators Association of Wisconsin and Wisconsin Custom Operators promises to deliver an outstanding array of forage and alfalfa-related information.

The Symposium features an impressive lineup of university, industry, agency and farmer speakers from across the Midwest who will be discussing topics MFA, PNAAW and WCO members have identied as being the most timely and relevant to their operations. The opening session will feature Dr. David Kohl, an academic Hall of Famer in the College of Agriculture at Virginia Tech, with his presentation titled, “Mega Trends 2023 Beyond.”

The 2023 Dairy Directions will focus on economics of using beef embryos in dairy cows; what is going on at Iowa State University dairy; a new look at energy in calf diets; and Turn

Con nued from CALENDAR | Page 7 dairy markets. Dairy Directions will be held Feb. 21 at the Sac County Extension Ofce in Sac City, Iowa, and Feb. 22 at the Pocahontas County Extension Ofce in Pocahontas, Iowa. Register by Feb. 17 by calling ISU Extension at 712-662-7131 for the Sac City ofce and 712-335-3103 for the Pocahontas ofce. Register online at https://go.iastate. edu/DSEZWQ.

A webinar series from the UW, the Badger Dairy Insight, will provide the latest research-based dairy information to improve animal welfare, breeding and genetic selection, automation and modernization, and nutritional decisions for producers, dairy workers and managers, ag professionals and educators. The webinars will be Tuesdays from 1-2:30 p.m. Register at go.wisc.edu/farmreadyresearch.

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– March 7, March 14 and March 21

Iowa Learning Farms, in partnership with Consortium for Cultivating Human And Naturally reGenerative Enterprises, will host a cover crop workshop from noon to 2 p.m. Feb. 22.

The workshop will be held in the West Union Event Center, 10201 Harding Road, West Union, Iowa. The event is free and open to farmers and landowners, though we require reservations to ensure adequate space and food. For reasonable accommodations and to RSVP, contact Liz Ripley at 515-294-5429 or ilf@iastate.edu. Attendees will be entered in a drawing that evening for ISU Prairie Strips honey.

Iowa Learning Farms eld days and workshops are supported by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and this project is supported by USDA NIFA award.

For more information about Iowa Learning Farms, visit www.iowalearningfarms.org.

The 2023 Midwest Manure Summit, hosted by the UW-Madison Division of Extension, Dairy Program and UW-Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Lambeau Field Atrium in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The summit will feature leading researchers and industry professionals discussing strategies and technologies to optimize manure management, upgrade biogas production as well as effectively manage manure-derived nutrients and odor and gas emissions. Preregistration is required by Feb. 20. A complete agenda, speaker list and registration details can be found at https://midwestmanure.org.

Planning Your Dairy Farm Future is a four session program. Each class will include short lectures, follow-up activities and group discussion with other dairy farmers. Session one is on leadership and personal introspection. Session two is on positioning your farm and people for success. Session three is on identifying options for business success. Session four is on options to position your farm for the future. This program is a partnership between U of MN Extension and Minnesota Dairy Initiative. For more information and to register, contact Jim Salfer at salfe001@umn. edu or Leah Bischof at 320-429-0611 or leahbischof@gmail.com.

– March 2, 9, 16, 23 at Charlie’s Cafe in Freeport, Minnesota.

Register for the Practical Farmers of Iowa’s Midwest Covers & Grains Conference from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 2 at The Hotel at Kirkwood Center (7725 Kirkwood Blvd. SW) in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Attend-

ees will have a chance to network with small grains and cover crop buyers and sellers, and the event will have sessions for cover crop beginners and experienced practitioners. Full conference details, including the list of sessions and speakers, are available at practicalfarmers.org/midwest-covers-and-grainsconference.

For questions, contact Taylor Hintch at 515-232-5661 or taylor.hintch@practicalfarmers.org.

To help farm families build relationships and set family goals, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering two Farm Couple Getaways. Both events are aimed at farmers wanting to take advantage of activities to improve farm family com-

munication, work on farm or family goal setting, farm transitions or looking for a weekend away to discuss farm and family issues. There is no cost to attend the program as food, lodging and other expenses are covered by sponsorships. Registration will be on a rstcome, rst-served basis and will be limited to 10 couples per event. Registrations are due two weeks prior to each session. Registration brochures for the various sites can be obtained from Jennifer Bentley, dairy specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, at jbentley@iastate.edu, or at the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Winneshiek County ofce, 563-382-2949.

– March 3-4: Cobblestone Inn & Suites in Holstein, Iowa.

Does your milking equipment need maintenance?

“The beds and the cows STAY

of bedding. Right now on

TANNER GOEBEL

Parents: Dale and Brenda

Goebel

Freeport, Minnesota Stearns County

60 cows

Questions for parents

Tell us your favorite experience of Tanner helping with chores. Dale: When he was younger, he always wanted to do the same thing I was doing. When I would breed a cow, he would put a glove on his hand, stand by me and pretend he was breeding a cow also. Brenda: From the age of 3, Tanner could name all the cows and knew where everyone belonged in the barn. His love of farming started at a very young age.

What qualities does Tanner have that benet the farm?

Dale: Tanner knows how to do everything on the from milking cows, mixing feed and what medicine to give cows or calves if they are sick. He is always looking at ways to improve with new technology.

Brenda: Tanner has an amazing work ethic and knows what needs to be done. He is great with the animals and loves helping with eld work.

Questions for Tanner What high school do you attend? I attend Melrose Area High School in Melrose, Minnesota.

What are your responsibilities on the farm? My responsibilities are milking cows before and after school. I’m also responsible for feeding the calves.

When did you begin helping on the farm? I began helping on the farm when I was about 5 years old.

How do you balance school, extracurricular activities and farm chores? I balance my schedule by trying to do all my homework in study hall so when I get home I can help with evening chores or whatever else needs to be done.

How has working on the farm shaped your character? Working on the farm has taught me to never give up. It also taught me to have patience because not everything is going to go as planned.

What do you love most about farm life? The one thing I love about farm life is I get to work

beside my dad every day and have him teach me the best way to do things around the farm.

What is one thing you have learned from working alongside your parents? One thing I have learned from working with my parents is you have to work hard for what you

want, but also remember to take some time off away from the farm to spend time with friends and family. My motto is, “Work hard. Dream big.”

What are your future plans? My future plans are to stay home and farm with my dad.

Tanner

pours grain into a conveyor Feb. 7 on his family’s dairy farm near Freeport, Minnesota. Tanner helps with chores before and a er school.

MARK KLAPHAKE/DAIRY STAR

Goebel

MARK KLAPHAKE/DAIRY STAR

Dale Goebel and his son, Tanner, stand in their barn Feb. 7 on their dairy near Freeport, Minnesota. Tanner has been interested in farming since he was 5 years old.

When do you do chores and what chores do you do? We do chores at 6 in the morning and at night. I do all the extra chores like pushing feed in, scraping behind cows and feeding calves.

What is your favorite and least favorite chore? My favorite chore is pushing feed in because it’s quick and easy. My least favorite chore during the winter is feeding calves be-

cause you have to go out in the cold, and when there is a newborn calf, you have to hold the bottle a long time.

Do you have a favorite animal on your farm? We have two horses that are my favorite. Their names are Shiloh and Shorty. One is a quarter horse and the other is a Pony of America. Shiloh is brown, and Shorty is white with brown speckles.

What is your favorite subject in school? The agricultural classes are my favorite because they are more fun, and the teacher makes it pretty interesting.

ABBY WIEDMEYER/DAIRY STAR

The Vesbach family – children McKenna (front, from le ), Wya and Nicole Vesbach; (back) Amy Blaha and Chris Vesbach – take a break Jan. 29 at their farm near Hillsboro, Wisconsin. The Vesbaches milk 36 cows in Vernon County.

Tell us about something you have recently learned in school. In art, we made sketchbooks and made cool designs and our own covers.

What do you want to be when you grow up? I don’t know yet.

What is your favorite dairy treat? Ice cream.

What do you like to do on the farm during the winter? Go sledding down the steep hill.

¿Como se dice?

SPANISH CORNER

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Have you ever wondered ‘How do I say that in Spanish?’. Below are a few common phrases heard around the dairy, along with how to say them in Spanish.

› The calf needs a winter vest for winter.

El becerro necesita un chaleco para el frio

Ehl beh-seh-rroh neh-seh-see-tah oon chah-leh-koh pah-rah ehl fryoh

› The calf has pneumonia.

McKenna Vesbach

9 years old

Fourth grade

When do you do chores and what chores do you do? At 6 o’clock, I help milk and wash cows.

What is your favorite and least favorite chore? My favorite chore is helping move the milkers because it is better than being outside. My least favorite chore is washing cows because it takes longer than moving milkers.

Do you have a favorite animal on your farm? We have about 12 ducks. They are really pretty. Most of them are brothers and sisters, and they are different colors.

What is your favorite subject in school? Reading, because I like to read books. My favorite books are nonction.

Tell us about something you have recently learned in school. Multiplication and division.

What do you want to be when you grow up? A teacher.

What is your favorite dairy treat? Hot chocolate.

What do you like to do on the farm during the winter? Slide on the ice.

El becerro tiene neumonía Ehl

Wyatt Vesbach

7 years old

Second grade

When do you do chores and what chores do you do? We start at 6 o’clock. We bed, lime, scrape stanchions and push feed in.

What is your favorite and least favorite chore? My favorite chore is pushing feed in because it’s easy. My least favorite chore is watering calves because it’s freezing out there.

Do you have a favorite animal on your farm? The calves are my favorite. One that is the oldest is Missy. She is tiny, and she is red and white.

What is your favorite subject in school? Math because I like doing it.

Tell us about something you have recently learned in school. Measurements.

What do you want to be when you grow up? A farmer.

What is your favorite dairy treat? Ice cream.

What do you like to do on the farm during the winter? Go back inside where it is warm.

SomeStuff Udder

News and Dairy Views from across the region

Minnesota Jersey Cattle Association is searching for queen candidates Young women must: Be at least 16 years of age, and not older than 22, on Jan. 1 of the contest year; indicate involvement in the Jersey breed by personal activities and involvement in state and national organizations (i.e. Minnesota Jersey Cattle Association, 4-H, FFA, etc.); demonstrate an active knowledge of the Jersey breed and the dairy industry; be in attendance and represent the Minnesota Jersey Cattle Association at several functions; and clearly show that the Jersey breed is their top breed to represent.

This year’s contest will be held during the Minnesota All Breeds convention March 4. Contact Kristin Reiman Duden for an application and for more information at reim0060@umn.edu or 763-260-3796. Application deadline is Feb. 28.

Applications open for funding to help new farmers purchase land Applications are being accepted for a new grant program to support Minnesotans purchasing their rst farm. The Down Payment Assistance Grant Program is managed by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and offers dollar-for-dollar matching up to $15,000 for qualied small farmers to purchase farmland.

The MDA’s Rural Finance Authority is awarding this funding using a rst-come, rst-served application process. The Minnesota Legislature appropriated $500,000 in scal year 2023 for these grants. The RFA expects to award between 30 and 40 grants in this cycle, depending on the size of requests. A second cycle of $750,000 in funding has been secured and will be made available on July 1.

Farmers must be Minnesota residents who will earn less than $250,000 annually in gross agricultural sales and plan on providing the majority of the day-to-day physi-

cal labor on the farm for at least ve years. Applicants must not have previous direct or indirect farmland ownership.

Applications will continue to be accepted until a waitlist of 100 applicants forms, or May 15, whichever comes rst. Approved applications will remain valid for purchases closing within 90 days of approval or until May 15, whichever comes rst.

The application and more information on the Down Payment Assistance Grant can be found at https://www.mda.state.mn.us/down-payment-assistance-grant-program.

USDA Invests Additional $10M to Support Community Food Projects

The U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced an investment of nearly $10 million through the Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program. This funding bolsters USDA’s food and nutrition security efforts by promoting the self-reliance of communities.

Community food projects support small to medium farmers, producers and processors in urban, rural, tribal and insular areas. The program provides communities a voice in food system decisions and supports local food markets to fully benet the community, increase food and nutrition security and stimulate local economies.

CFPCGP funds projects that meet the food needs of low-income individuals through food distribution, community outreach or improved food access. The program aims to increase community self-reliance by promoting comprehensive responses to local food access, farm and nutrition issues; meeting specic state, local neighborhood food and agricultural needs including providing operating equipment; planning for long-term solutions; and creating innovative marketing activities that mutually benet agricultural producers and low-income consumers.Visit our website: www.nifa.usda. gov for more information.

Dairy Calf and Heifer Association offers scholarship

The Dairy Calf and Heifer Association announced it will award a $1,000 scholarship. Applicants must be a college student and DCHA member; or the parent/legal guardian must belong to DCHA. Applications are due Feb. 22. An individual may only receive the DCHA scholarship once. Visit https://calfandheifer.org/scholarship for more information and to apply.

2022 University of Minnesota variety crop trial results available now

The Minnesota Agricultural Experiment Station (MAES) and the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) have published the 2022 Minnesota Field Crop Trials. Visit varietytrials.umn.edu/2022 to see variety trials for nine different Minnesota crops. Crops included in this year’s trial include barley, canola, corn grain, corn silage, oat, soybean, spring wheat, winter rye, and winter wheat.

IDFA Recognizes Six Ofcials for Supporting U.S. Dairy

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) has recognized six individuals whose work in legislation and policy on trade and transportation and food and agricultural policy has helped to advance the economic impact of U.S. dairy manufacturing. At the annual Celebration of Dairy event held at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., IDFA President and CEO Michael Dykes, D.V.M., recognized Senator Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, Senator John Thune of South Dakota, Congressman John Garamendi of California, Congressman Dusty Johnson of South Dakota, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Mr. Daniel Maffei, and Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response Mr. Frank Yiannas of the Food and Drug Administration, with the IDFA Leadership Award.

The IDFA Leadership Award is given to members of the legislative and executive branches of the federal government who have shown outstanding leadership in support of U.S. dairy. The event recognizing the lawmakers and policymakers was held on Wednesday, Dec. 7, on Capitol Hill.

Dairy groups enhance policy efforts with agricultural public affairs expert

The Dairy Business Association (DBA) and Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative have hired a decorated leader in the agricultural policy space to serve as director of public affairs, a new role for the advocacy organizations.

Karen Gefvert will direct and oversee external communications for DBA and Edge government affairs, working alongside the policy and communications teams on local, regional and federal policy.

DBA and Edge advocate for farmers and allied businesses on governmental policy — DBA at the state level in Wisconsin and Edge at the federal level — and provide other services. DBA’s members are in Wisconsin, and Edge’s members are located throughout the Midwest as part of the third largest dairy cooperative in the U.S.

Livestock - FOR SALE

TOP QUALITY SPRINGER HFRS., due Jan., $1,900/obo. Call 320-2931432 or 320-260-2213.

20-TFN-F

REGISTERED CALV-

ING EASE HOLSTEIN & ANGUS BULLS, various sizes, delivery avail. Call or text Brian 715-6139206. 2-TFN-F

11) CLOSE HOLSTEIN SPRINGING HFRS., (2) crossbred Brown Swiss, (1) R&W bull, would consider nancing or renting. Call 320-630-9924. 23-2-F

20 REGISTERED BROWN SWISS HEIFERS, due May-June. Call 507-227-8056. 24-2-F

REGISTERED HOLSTEIN BULLS, polled, genomic tested, deep pedigreed high producing cow families. Call 507-8200452. 22-TFN-F

ROAN MILKING

SHORTHORN BULL, born Sept. 1, 2021, approx. 750 lbs., asking $1,000. Call 701-490-2432. 6-TFNF

100-150 ALPINE DAIRY GOAT BOTTLE BUCKLINGS FOR SALE begining mid-Feb.; also 30-50 Alpine dairy goat bottle doelings. Call Rod 320594-8229. 23-3-VM

REGISTERED, homebred Holstein bulls, located 15 mi. north of Rochester, MN. Call Dave Alberts at 507-269-3084 or 507-3568625. 14-TFN-B

DAIRY HFR. CALVES, 2-6 months old, 28K herd avg., Norwood, MN. Call 612-202-7944. 18-TFN-F

Livestock

- WANTED

COMPLETE HERDS OF DAIRY CATTLE; also buying all classes of livestock, including cull cows, steers, hfrs. and calves. Call 715-216-1897. 7-TFN-B

BUTCHER COWS, bulls, & fats; also thin, lame, lazy, & lump jaw. Call 320-8947175. 11-TFN-B

GOOD QUAL-

ITY HERDS OF FREESTALL/PARLOR

HOLSTEINS, must have information available, no stall barn herds please. Call 608-790-1925. 23-2-VM

WANTING TO BUY

SLOW & LAME CATTLE, lump-jaws and bad eyes and all blemished cattle, $200-$600; also, good cull cows and bulls, $600$1,200. Call 612-860-8774 or 651-480-1900. 4-TFN-B

WE HAVE BUYERS for tiestall and freestall dairy herds of all qualities and quantities. Also herds for sale at all times, Call 715721-0079. 2-TFN-B

ALL CLASSES OF SPRINGER DAIRY COWS. No jockeys. Call 320-760-6050. 20-TFN-F

SERVICEABLE AGE

BLACK & WHITE & RED & WHITE BULLS, sires Unstopabull, Genie, & Late Night-P, dams EX and VG, over 30,000 milk, 4% test. Call 320-583-6564. 10-TFN-F

HEIFERS OF ALL AGES, baby calves to springers, central, MN. Call 320-3335906. 19-TFN-F

GUERNSEY SPRINGERS, reg. Brown Swiss cows & breeding age registered bulls, Brown Swiss bulls, Guernsey w/high type & production. Call 563590-5369. 11-TFN-F

75) COW POLLED HOLSTEIN HERD. Call 612916-5701. 15-TFN-F

HOLSTEIN BULLS, red or black, closed herd, Johnes & Leukosis test negative, guaranteed breeders, delivery available. Call 507-920-5859. 7-TFN-B

BROWN SWISS BULLS, home raised, registered, genomic tested, A2A2 tested, delivery available. Call 563-419-2137 or visit www.hilltopacresfarmcalmaria.com 24-TFN-F

SERVICEABLE AGE

BREEDING BULLS, 40 yrs. AI breeding, Sauk Centre, MN. Call 320-761-2526 or 320-293-5607. 6-TFN-F

REG. HOLSTEIN BULLS, from three or more generations of EX 30,000 lbs. dams, Brookings, SD. Call 605-690-6393. TFN-F

REGISTERED HOLSTEIN COWS & HEIFERS, due Jan.-July, 28,000 M, 1,175 F, 950 P, Norwood, MN. Call 612-2027944. 21-6-F

HOLSTEIN BULLS, springing hfrs., Freeport, MN area. Call 612-2707453. 23-TFN-F

REG. JERSEY BULLS, genomic tested, proven records, AI sired. Call Corey 608-751-2882. 22-8-F

LARGE SELECTION

REGISTERED HOLSTEIN BULLS from multi-gen EX, VG cows, 28,500 RHA. Call Olmar Farms 507-220-0730.

20-TFN-B

REG. HOLSTEIN BULLS, exc. type and production. Call Scott Rickeman 320-552-0284.

16-TFN-F

DAIRY GOAT DOES, out of Hostetler breeding; also breeding bucks available. Call 319-350-5819.

24-TFN-F

R&W HOLSTEIN BULL, semen tested, ready to breed. Call 507-208-0189.

24-2-F

SPRINGING HOL. HFRS., good size & type, due March & April, $1,600 ea.; also open hfrs. Call 608-687-3022. 24-3-F

YEARLING PUREBRED DAIRY FLECKVIEH

BULLS, some A2A2 & genomic tested. Call 715-2202572. 9-TFN-F

REGISTERED HOLSTEIN BULLS, red or black, dams over 40,000 milk, 4.0 test, Analyst Renegrade, King, Doc. Call Greg 608-326-2668.

20-TFN-F

B&W AND R&W HOLSTEIN SPRINGING

HFRS., bred black Angus, due March-April. Call 507228-8623 or 507-228-8594. 22-4-F

SERVICEABLE AGE

HOLSTEIN BULLS, from great type and production families. Raised on outside lots, good vigor, Glencoe, MN. Call 320-864-6555.

2-TFN-F

REG. BROWN SWISS BULLS, all ages, exc. pedigrees. Call 320-587-6384 or 320-583-0336. 12-TFN-B 120 MILK COWS, 82 lbs. avg., 42 BF, 3.3P, 110 SCC, young her, fully vaccinated. Call Mike 920-420-5877. 24-1-F

3) YOUNG REGISTERED MILKING SHORTHORN BULLS, A2A2, polled & roan. Call 218-385-3471. 21-TFN-F

HOLSTEIN BULLS, red or black, serviceable age, north of Rochester, MN, delivery avail. Call 507732-5930. 24-1-F

HANSEN

TOOLS

Vermeer 605 Super J Baler, twine only, 1992 model, BAU1605G ........$3,000/obo

Hesston/Agco 5456A Baler, approx 5500 bales........................................$11,000

Case IH RS561 baler, Twine only, Low bales ....................................................Call

Vermeer 605N Cornstalk Special, 2017, Approx 7,663 bales, Very Good Condition ..............................................................................$45,000

Vermeer 605XL baler, good condition .............................................................Call

2011 John Deere 568 baler ..............................................................................Call

Used New Holland BR780 Baler .................................................................$6,500

Used Kubota BV5160 Silage Baler ...................................................................Call

New Holland 144 Hay inverter ...............................................................PENDING

2011 John Deere 265 Disc Mower..............................................................$6,000

‘22 Kubota 1024 Disc mower ...........................................................................Call

2015 Vermeer 605N Cornstalk Special, 21,435 bales, new monitor, belts last year, real good cond .......................................................................Call

2017 Vermeer 605N Cornstalk Special, approx. 28,000 bales, many parts replaced recently ........................................................................Call

Kuhn GA4220TH Rotary Rake ....................................................................$8,500

Haybuster 2650 bale processor, very good condition ..............................$14,000

USED FORAGE BOXES:

Badger 1055 forage boxes, tandem axle, FWU 1702G ............................PENDING

USED MANURE PUMPS

PENDING

H&S 500 Forage box, good condition, 14 ft .....................................................Call

2015 Houle 6” 3pt super pump 9ft, 2 agitation nozzles, 2 available .....$9,250 ea.

Houle PTO 6” Super Pump, 2004, w/ 2 agitation nozzles, 12ft long,

MPU1704.................................................................................................$8,500

Used Houle 60” cable scraper drive, good shape ........................................$3,000

8ft x 4” electric Houle Agi pump with twin 20HP motors, USED, MPU1501G ..$4,300

8ft x 4” electric Houle Agi pump with 30HP motor, USED, MPU1505G .......$4,000

10ft x 4” electric Houle Agi pump with twin 20HP motors, used, MPU1507G .....................................................................................$4,300

8ft x 4” electric Houle Agi pump with no motors set up for twin motors, USED, MPU1508G ....................................................................................$3,500

2) 8” manure loadstands .....................................................................$2,000 ea.

USED MIXERS

Cloverdale 1300 Cu Ft Twin screw vertical mixer..............................................Call

USED MANURE SPREADERS

International 575 box spreader, converted to all hydraulic drive, good cond. ...$4,000

Nuhn Magnum 6750 manure tank, Hydraulic drive, flow meter, VTI units .$50,000/OBO

Meyer’s M390 Manure spreader, Good Condition, just in ...............................$14,900

curb, gates, 10 hp Suterbilt vac pump, 10hp Westfailia 2800 vac pump, 20 DeLaval milking units, & pulsators, DEU1803G ...............Call 10 used Boumatic Companion detachers, #U3557554 .................Now $350 each

6 used Boumatic 4400 detachers, with new gaskets & diaphragms, #U3557444 ........................................................................................$300 each

Used Artex VCat Sand Wagon for bedding stalls ........................................$4,000

Used Bobman for bedding ..............................................................................Call

NEW & USED BARN EQUIPMENT

New 8ft. Patz barn cleaner chute for 16” gutter, PA16151, retails for $992 .......$800

Patz barn cleaner 12” tapered flights, never used, but weathered, not painted, $18.95 New......................................................................$12.25ea

New Schuur and Lely cow brushes- In stock ....................................................Call

Used squirrel cage style fan, 42” diameter, w/ 3 phase motor .........................Call

Used WIC model 300 grain cart, OTH1803G .....................................................Call

New 2 bath automated footbath assy, stainless baths & control, ½ priced-never used, DEN1402G .............................................................$7,000 Dayton Blower Fan, like new, 24.5” Wheel, 12000 CFM #3C010, $3,437 retail New ....................................................................................$2,500 Dayton Blower Fan, used 2 mos., #2C799, 18.25” whl, $1,982 retail new .$1,100 Used Dasilveira headlocks, 22 sections @ 10ft w/7 openings for young stock up to 600lbs, OTH1902

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Hay, Straw, Feed & Bedding - FOR SALE

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3-VM

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Livestock

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19-8-F

HIGH QUALITY FORAGES: corn silage (conventional and BMR), alfalfa haylage, fescue grass silage, Triricale silage and oatlage. Forages can be delivered and made into TMR. Call 920-371-7737.

22-20-B

STRAW, NET WRAPPED ROUND BALES & BIG SQUARES, clean, dry, stored inside, delivery available. Call 320-8088336. 15-TFN-F

4X6 ROUND BALES OF EXC. QUALITY UPLAND GRASS ALFALFA MIX BALES, horse, beef, or dairy quality, $60/ bale. Call 320-241-4314. 23-3-F

ORGANIC CERTIFIED ROUND BALES OF BALEAGE & DRY HAY, all lots tested, selling on dry mater basis. Call 563586-2231. 22-10-B

ALFALFA BALEAGE, 4x5 rotocut, 150-220RFV, $160-225/ton. Call 320248-1573. 21-6-F

ALFALFA HAY & ALFALFA GRASS HAY, 3x3x8 sq. or rd. bales. Call 218-371-1650. 22-8-F

KILN DRIED WOOD SHAVINGS for bedding, by the semi load. Call 608479-2039. 19-TFN-F

FLAX STRAW BALES, 4x5, net wrapped, $20 ea. Call 218-573-3172. 16-TFN-F

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• SKID

ON SITE AND ONLINE AT EQUIPMENTFACTS.COM

EARLY CONSIGNMENTS:

TRACTORS & COMBINES

NH TG 245 C.A.H, 4wd, 8840hrs, 4 remotes, duals; NH G210 (1995)

C.A.H, 4wd, 12,300hrs, 18sp powershift, 4 remote, 65% rubber; JCB 8250 (2011) 5000hrs, ITV transmission, 85% rubber, 540/1000pto, front weights; Agco White 8510, 4wd, cab, approx. 7000hrs, great shape, eld ready; CIH 140A (2013) C.A.H, 4wd, 2350hrs, good rubber, rear wheel weights, front suitcase weights, one owner; CIH 110 Maxxum, C.A.H, 4wd, dual entry, buddy seat, led lights, dual remotes, 1000/540pto, 50% rubber; Case 5140

C.A.H, 2wd, turbo, 10,000hrs, new injectors, good rubber; Case 5130, C.A.H, 4wd, turbo, 10,500 hrs; JD 6400, 2wd, open station, power quad, 16,500hrs, dual remotes, 540//1000pto, 80% rubber, recent overhaul, new clutch; JD 2950, 2wd, C.A.H, 6500hrs, dual remotes; IH 6388 2+2, 7000 hrs, excellent condition; IH 3588, watch for more information; IH 786, 2wd, open station, diesel, 8700 hrs; IH 656, open station, gas, 8000hrs, sells with loader;

SKIDLOADERS

JD 330G Skidloader, 5774hrs, pilot controls, 2 speed, (deleted) 2nd owner; JD 324G Skidloader (2019) C.A.H, 4200hrs, 2 sp, good rubber, ready to work; FORKLIFTS

Big Joe Electric fork lift COMBINES

JD 9650 Walker (2002) 4wd, one owner, 6153 engine hrs, 4058 header hrs, 930 ex head; HAY & FORAGE

JD 5820 Chopper, 4wd, 7000hrs, processor, w/4 row narrow JD corn head, 4 row snapper head, 9’ maize hay head; CIH FHX 300 Chopper (2012) new processor, 90% knives, metal alert, 1000pto; JD 3940 Chopper w/9’ hay head w/processor; NH 460 (2016)

Round Baler, net wrap, roto cut, endless belts, mega wide pick up, 12,500 bales; Farm King Bale Wrapper, 3 pt, NEW; Gehl 2415 Discbine; JD 835 Discbine, with rolls, 10’; H&S Hydro Swing Merger, 9’ very nice, eld ready; Gruetz 6900 Forage Box w/15T gear & large oatation tires; Meyers 4516 Chopper Box, LH discharge, very good cond.; H&S 16’ Chopper Box, twin auger, tandem running gear; H&S 7+4 18’ Forge Box w/tandem gear; Miller Pro 1150 Rotary Rake; Bush Hog 12 wheel Rake w/kicker wheel; Meyer Kicker Rack, new oak oor; Steel Rack Hay Wagon, w/ new oak deck, 9x16’; Flat Rack Wagon, new oak, 8.5x18’ on 12T gear;

TILLAGE/PLANTING

White 5100 Planter, 8 row, 30’’ w/tanks; CIH 4300 Field Cultivator, 28’; CIH 1830 Cultivator, 16 row, 30’’; JD 2623 (2015) Tri-fold disk, 30’; JD 722 Soil Finisher, 19’ Hydro fold; Brillion Cultipacker, 10’; Yetter 3416 Rotary Hoe, 6 row; IH 735 Plow, 5 bottom; White 4x16 auto reset Plow; 2014 Chemical/Water Trailer, 1600gal

MANURE HANDLING

H&S 425 Hydro-push Manure Spreader (2016) like new, low use; Badger 3200 gal Manure Tank;

TMR MIXERS

Trioliet TMR Mixer (2012) pull type; Patz V-350 pull type TMR mixer, w/scales; Patz 500 pull type TMR mixer, w/scales; Patz 620 pull type TMR mixer, w/scales;

FEEDER WAGONS

H&S 24’ Feeder Wagon; TRUCKS

Western Star (2005) day cab, (deleted) 14L Detroit engine, 3 line wet kit, 500k mile; 1995 Freightliner FL 106, Detroit diesel w/jakes, 13sp Eaton transmission, air ride rear axle, air drop axle, 21.5’ atbed, recent front end alignment, new front tires, recent new muf er and exhaust, mileage unknown; TRAILERS

Triaxle Log Trailer, w/side rails; Timke Hopper Bottom Trailer; PJ Bumper Hitch Trailer, 22’ w/beaver tail and ramps; ATTACHMENTS

Woodchuck Sand Shooter; Berlin Sand Shooter, 5’ nice cond; RECREATIONAL

1995 Coachman Catalina, 5th wheel, sleep 4, kitchen, bath, shower, nice shape; GENERAL FARM 750 gallon electric fuel tank, on transit;

See www.premierlivestockandauctions.com for early consignments!

2ND CROP GRASS HAY, big squares, 3x3x8. Call 320-293-0181. 21-10F

CERTIFIED ORGANIC 3RD CROP CLOVER/ GRASS MIX 4X4 BALEAGE ROUND BALES, $150. Call 715-654-6316. 18-12-F

1ST, 2ND, 3RD, AND 4TH CUTTING BALEAGE, all cuttings are tested, Glencoe, MN. Call 952-297-2811. 5-TFN-F

ALFALFA HAY & GRASS HAY, med. square or round bales, delivery available. Thief River Falls, MN. Call or text LeRoy Ose 218-689-6675.

10-TFN-B

3X3 WHEAT AND OAT STRAW BALES; also 3x3 hay bales, all grown in Canada. Call 204-7125161. 24-7-B

CERTIFIED ORGANIC HAY, 4x5 rounds, 900# alfalfa/grass mix, 1st and 2nd crop, exc. quality, no rain, shedded, Bemidji, MN. Call 218-407-2052.

23-5-F

ERNMOREORGANICS.COM, certied organic alfalfa, wrapped in 8 layers of lm, 3x4x6 bales, RFQ 140-280, Springeld, SD. Call ERNmore Organics 605-286-3873 or 605-999-2010 or 605-2511143.Ernmoreorganics. com. 16-TFN-B

CERTIFIED ORGANIC HAY, 1st cut rd., 2nd cut med. large sq., good quality mixed hay. Call 218587-4672. 22-TFN-F

ALFALFA BALEAGE, 1st-4th crop, 175 RFQ. Call 715-896-1418.

3-TFN-F

OCIA CERTIFIED YELLOW CORN, 8.52 crude protein. Call 641751-8382. 12-TFN-B

MIXED GRASS HAY, med. squares; also meadow hay cut up and baled in 4x5 rounds and med. squares. Call 320-2930181. 18-10-F

AROUND 60 BALES 2ND CROP GRASS HAY, stored inside; around 60 bales of bedding hay. Call 320-223-5338. 24-3-F

CONSIGNMENT SALE Annual 2-DAY

Dubuque County Fairgrounds, Dubuque, IA

SATURDAY, FEB. 25, 2023 • 10 AM DAY 1

This will be a great start on DAY 1 of our Annual Spring Consignment sale. Sale highlights: Snap-On tools, Ellis Model 1600 Mitre band saw, 1hp., Hypertherm Max 40 plasma arc cutter 220 single phase, MSC Industrial Pinacho lathe, model L-1/165 w/ Mitutoyo PM-L digital monitor, 220 Miller Dial arc-HF tig alum. welder, foot control w/ all att. We have several high-quality consignments already consigned. Watch for updated pictures and consignments, this will be a very high quality sale of tools and equipment. There will be a large quality of new bolts, washers and nuts, alum. and steel.

JIM BROWN ESTATE · PEOSTA, IA

2009 Cyclone rake XL Jet path vacuum system. 8 h.p. motor-Briggs-Stratton, dual rear wheels unit very nice. This unit sells on Sunday w/the live and online items

Rubber maid dump trailer

2 tap die sets

Milwaukee hammer drill

J.D. PR 3000 GH power washer w/Honda

GX 200 motor. 3000 PSI 2.4 GPM unit

looks new

STIHL BG 86C leaf blower

Fimco fertilizer/salt spreader, fits lawn

tractor/Atv

High flow gold series 14-gallon sprayer, fits

Atv/garden tractor

Rigid # 209 cast iron cutter

Rigid pipe cutter

Rigid spiral reamer

5 steel Rigid pipe wrenches

5 alum. pipe wrenches, 4 Rigids

Craftsman new jack stands

Chain saw sharpener.

Bench top drill press, 3/8 chuck

Wissota grinder

Gear puller-grease gun-clamps-jumper cables-crow bars-levels-ext. cords

7ft step ladder-picks-axes-shovels

Milwaukee angle drill, Milwaukee PVC saw

Milwaukee saw Zall

SK wrench set 3/8-1 1/4

1” rachet Easco

Milwaukee plumbers drill set

ADAMS SERVICE STATION · DUBUQUE, IA

Coats 40-40 SA tire changer, w/air hose w/ all accessories, works great on 13”-16” tires. AT all tire 111 by CEMB tire balancer

12 drawer tool cabinet w/wheels Chicago Electric 500 amp load tester w/cart

Clarke Weld no gas mig 100-Turbo welder wire feed, 110 volts.

2 oil stand drains

Oil pump--5 qt. oil dispenser Stainless steel tank for tire tester for leaks

H.D. Milwaukee Saw zall Craftsman metric-standard wrench set 7mm-19mm-1/4-1inch.

Snap-On 1/2-15/16 open end wrenches

Snap-On 6-19 metric wrenches

Snap-On 38 pc. rethreading set Torch valves-Welding helmets-welding clamps

Radiator tester–End cap filter wrenches for oil filters

Handy man jack

Manifold ga. for AC Water pump tools–Gear, Seal, Hub pullers. T-490 strut spring compressor–Coil spring compressor Steering wheel puller–Brake tool set Freeze plug installing tool set Flow ride FP-700K air saw

Timing light

Craftsman tap die set Vacuum gauges

Milwaukee screw gun

Gear wrenches-Craftsman screw drivers-1” drive socket set

Craftsman open end wrenches

PVC fittings/tubing--copper tubing-new hardware plus more.

Crafstman shop vac. wet/dry 20 gall. new

Electric cement mixer excellent con

Wheelbarrow–Craftsman table saw–

2-wheel cart

Green machine 3000J weed eater

Mc 43 Earth Quake mini tiller, 43 cc viper

motor

samples for a variety of data points.

For details and to apply: www.mycentralstar.com.

valued at Other CentralStar careers: consultants, sales, beef specialists, product specialists, communication, inventory, administration, research, and internships.

Jim’s tools are very clean and are in excellent cond.

3/8 air rachet set new Yost bench vise #33C Work bench w/grinder 1/4 hp. Craftsman engine analyzer. 25 ft. air hose new Metric nuts-bolts-oil-degreaser-paint Pallet raking selling all together. 12-10ft. beams, 4 uprights, w/hardware, pins, 7 screen shelving.

Agri Fap fertilizer cart

Fimco14 gallon sprayer w/pump

SUNDAY, FEB. 26, 2023

This is are annual Spring Consighnment Sale. This sale will feature the Joe Smith estate of Peosta IA, plus area farmers. This will be a live/online auction through Equipment Facts. com. The Smith estate will feature 2 ASV Posi Track RT-120 forestry skid steers, 2019 w/only 615 hours w/all the accessories and a 2017 w/only 1030 hours w/all the accessories. Plus, a JD 2840 wf. tractor, JD 640 skidder, 2 C550 4x4 trucks, several farm and forestry att. plus a Blockbuster 18-20+ wood processor w/Blockbuster model Le-30 hydraulic elevator like new. 3 trailers, leaf vacuum. This a partial listing of this estate as we will be updating. We have several farm consignments coming also. Watch for updates

JOE SMITH ESTATE PEOSTA, IA SALE ITEMS

Lot 1 2019 ASV Posi-Track RT-120 Forestry skid steer. Cummins diesel motor, 20”in tracks, excellent cond. Air, heat, back up camera, radio, air ride seat, leather seat, high-flow hydraulics. 2 speed, quick att.ISO controls, only 615 hours, unit is like new. Serial # ASVRT120HKDF01629

Lot 2 2017 ASV Posi-Track RT-120 Forestry skid steer. Cummins diesel motor, 20” tracks, good cond. Air, heat, back up camera, radio, cloth seat, air ride, seat needs work, high flow hydraulics, 2 speed, quick att. ISO controls, only 1030 hours, unit runs great. Serial # ASVRT120LJDF01112

OBERHOLTZER AUCTIONS

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT AUCTION

TUESDAY, February 28th • 10 am

N15518 State Rd. 73 • Thorp, WI 54771

COMPLETE AUCTION WILL BE HELD IN HEATED SHED

Taking Consignments of tractors, trucks, skid loaders, four wheelers, lawn mowers, and all types of farm machinery ect.

PLEASE CALL MARK FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND TO CONSIGN ITEMS. 715-773-2240

Early Consignments

Tractors: John Deere 6330 tractor. 2WD, CAH, 16 Speed power quad, left hand reverser, 2 remotes, 540/1000 PTO, 3 point w top link, 460/85R34 rear tires, 95HP, 7906 hours. Nice condition!!; John Deere 7420 tractor. 15k hours, CAH, MFWD, 16 speed power quad transmission, 2 remotes, 540/1000 PTO. Solid running tractor; Case IH 885 tractor. 2WD, new tires all the way around, Very very nice tractor!! Was burned and professionally repaired. Hours unknown; 2008 New Holland T2420 tractor with 270TL loader. Universal quick attach bucket, 3900 hrs. Good condition; John Deere 4850 tractor. 4WD, 18 speed powershift, weights, CAH, 2 remotes, big 1000 PTO, dual hubs. Engine overhauled several years ago. Only used approx 100 hrs since. Hrs unknown. Runs nice!; John Deere 950 compact tractor. Turf tires, 7557 hrs. Has cab on, sells with fenders as well; John Deere 4010 diesel tractor. Single remote, PTO, 3 point. Engine replaced and has approximately 3000 hours; Allis Chalmers 200 tractor. 2WD, runs and drives, starts hard in colder weather. Has several oil leaks, sells as is; John Deere 720 tractor; Skidsteers & Excavators: 2002 Ditch Witch 3610. Deutz diesel engine, 4WD, shows 398 hours! Good working condition; Bobcat 430 mini excavator. 4600 hours, Good working condition; 2007 Gehl CTL 80 track skidsteer. 96HP Yanmar diesel 2800 hours, CAH, 2 speed, Hyd quiktach, pre emissions! Runs and operates as it should; Gehl 4835 SXT skid steer. 3050 hours, big tires with new rubber, open ROPS, Complete fresh overhaul!! Sells with bucket; John Deere 240 skid loader. 5600 hours, brand new tires, cab, door, park brake doesn’t work. Starts and runs great!; 2012 New Holland L220 skid steer. 10k hours, CAH, suspension seat. Good working condition; Gehl 5625 DX skid steer. Open ROPS, 3194 hrs, T-Bar, like new tires, big rims, runs and drives as normal. Sells with bucket;

Manure Handling: 2022 Dryhill 42 ft manure pump. 8 inch pipe. 1000 PTO. Excellent condition!!; Martin Welding 8” load stand. Only used 3 years for 2 small dairy farms. In Perfect condition!! Sells with 30 ft of 8 inch hose; Dry Hill 8 inch load stand; 8 inch load stand; Mill Creek box spreader. John Lyons model, ground drive, Good working condition;

Grain Handling: Parker 705 gravity box. Heavy duty gear in good condition. Box has minor damage from rollover; Parker 705 gravity box. Heavy duty gear in good condition. Box has major damage from rollover; (2) Brock 10,000 bushel grain bins. Both with aerator floors. 1 has dryer hook up. Good condition. Located at Thorp WI. Buyer is responsible for tear down and removal. Good condition!!; Bradford 200 bu gravity box w/ extensions; Flo-EZ 300 gravity box, nice!; IH 200 Gravity box, repainted & nice;

Tillage Equipment: John Deere 650 disc. 29 ft, tandems on wings and main frames, new rims and tires w/ HD tires on main frame, all new bearings on discs and transports. Very nice!!; Glencoe 9 shank soil saver. Front coulters have seen less than 40 acres, has leveler on back; Brillion 5 shank deep ripper with shear bolt protection; Brillion 24 ft field cultivator. New shovels, good cond.; White 271 disc. 21 ft with hydraulic wings. Blades showing a fair amount of wear; John Deere 960 field cultivator with spike harrow drag. Good condition; John Deere 230 disc. Sells as is; Brillion 8 row cultivator;

Forage Equipment: New Holland FP 230 forage chopper with 9 ft hay head. Single axle. Very good condition!! 2 row NH 824 corn head sells separate; New Holland 7450 discbine. Center pivot, rubber rolls, drawbar hitch, 13’ 5” cut. Very nice condition!!; (3) Miller Pro 5300 18 ft forage boxes. 14 ton tandem Miller

Pro gears with 14L- 16.1 tires. All in good working condition! Located at Colby WI; H&S Super 7+4 forage box. 16 ft, tandem gear, left hand unload. Good condition; 2011 H&S HD 7+4 forage box. 16 ft, 14L tires, 12 ton H&S gear. Original paint and in near perfect condition!!; New Holland 990 hay head. Good condition; H&S 7+4 forage box. Tandem Knowles gear. Working condition; (2) Pro Quality Small square bale baskets; New Holland FX 50 self propelled chopper. Low hours, good running unit. 6 row Kemper head, 10’ hay head and processor will sell separate, Located at Ridgeland WI; Miller Pro 1150 hay rake. Like new!; Miller Pro 5100 forage box, 16’, tandem gear. Good condition; H&S 860 Blower;

Planting: John Deere 7000 4 row corn planter. All gone through and in very good condition; IH 5100 grain drill. 12 ft with grass seed. Field ready; IH 10 ft grain drill w/ grass seed; 12 ft culti packer;

Vehicles: 2018 Ford F450 Lariat. 161k miles, flatbed with tool boxes and fuel tank, crew cab, custom rims, heated and cooled leather seats, deleted emissions, new 2020 engine installed by Renegade Deisel; 2019 Ford F450 Lariat. 156k miles, crew cab, heated and cooled leather, sunroof. Everything original from factory; 2020 Ford F450 truck. 102k miles, crew cab, cloth seats, deleted emissions, new Ford transmission by Midwest Truck Products, Cantril IA; 2020 Chevy 15 passenger van. 165k miles, full 15 passenger, Excellent condition; 2022 Chevrolet 2500 truck. 98k miles, aluminum flatbed w/ B&W 5th wheel hitch, airbags, black vinyl interior, 18 inch wheels. Nice truck!!; 2013 Dodge 2500 truck. 4×4, 6.7 diesel, automatic, reg cab, B&W turnover ball, 242k miles, like new tires. Runs and drives, was overheated at one time. Might need overhaul; 2012 Chevy Cruze LT. 149k miles, heated leather seats. Has small engine oil leak. Runs and drives well; 2011 Ford Taurus SEL. Black, 122k miles, 3.5L motor, Needs power steering fluid. In working condition; 2008 Dodge Avenger. 217k miles, heated leather. Runs and drives well; 2000 Dodge 2500 truck. Cummins, 5 speed manual, Quad cab. Farm truck, in working condition; Set of 4 Kudo Racing tires and rims. 2 with 245/35R20 rubber and 2 with 235/30R20;

ATV/UTV: 2016 John Deere XUV with dump bed, EFI, runs and drives very good; 2018 Can-Am Maverick X3 XDS side by side. Excellent condition! Very snappy ride!!; 2019 Can-Am Outlander 650 four wheeler. 2505 miles. Excellent condition!!; 2018 Can-am 850 four wheeler. Deep lug tires, winch, windshield, some scratches and dings, works excellent!!; Polaris Sportsman 400 four wheeler. Blade, winch, aluminum wheels. Runs and drives great!; 2004 Polaris 330 Four wheeler. Runs and drives; (3) Small dirt bikes with gas engines. One in working condition, others need some work;

Trailers: 2021 SS Duraline bumper hitch trailer. 6×16 cattle trailer. Very nice condition!!; 2019 Bravo Scout 8×24 enclosed trailer. Flip down rear door, side entry, tandem axle. Nice!; 2008 Big Country 5th wheel RV trailer. 2 slide outs, nice interior. Exterior has some damage; 2005 Featherlite cattle trailer. 7×24, 2 divider gates, new tires, just been through the shop; 1992 Sooner 7×20 aluminum cattle trailer. Gooseneck hitch. 1 divider gate; 2015 Interstate tri-axle trailer. 25’ deck, 5’ ramps, 60K GVWR, pintle hitch, air brakes, all new brakes and slack adjusters;

Spraying: Top Air 1100 sprayer. Everything in working condition. Set up to run without controller. Sells with controller; Top Aire 1100 sprayer. Working cond. Set up to run without controller. Sells with controller; Redball 565 sprayer. 1000 gal tank, working cond. 60’ boom, Raven controls, GPS speed sensor, rinse tank. Good cond!;

Attachments: Hoover 78 inch low profile bucket. New!; King Kutter 5 ft rotary mower. Very good condition; John Deere work site pro 7 ft skid steer bucket; 8 ft skid steer mount snow pusher with bolt on cutting edge; Skid steer mount post hole auger; Skid steer mount snow blade with hydraulic swivel; 12 ft snow pusher box. Was originally skid steer mount; Skid steer mount sand shooter bucket. Was used for shavings; Skid steer mount crane; 3 point hydraulic wood splitter; General Farm: Top Hand 8 x 16 livestock scale. Cleated rubber floor, 2 slam latch gates, digital read out, 40,000 lb capacity. Like new!!; Surge Magnum Double 8 milking parlor. Rapid exit with individual indexing. Used for 8 months and in like new condition!! Parlor is removed and all parts marked for re installation. Located at Spencer WI; WIC 45 feed cart. Repainted and new auger floor; Val-Metal bedding chopper with Honda engine. Excellent condition!!; John Deere wood hauler. 4×10 trailer with brand new wood on floor and sides; Power Tools and Heated Jackets; (2) Milwaukee M18 Battery angle grinders- Milwaukee M18 Fuel die grinder- (3) Milwaukee corded sawzalls- Milwaukee stapler; (25) Milwaukee heated jackets, coats, vests, etc.; Dewalt adhesive gun- Dewalt Circular saw- Dewalt Deep cut band saw- (2) Dewalt screw guns- Dewalt Jigsaw;

SALE

Help Wanted

FT FARM HELP, experience w/cattle/equipment, self motivated, willing to be paid on percentage of milk, housing available. Call 608-479-2039. 23-6-F

OTR/LOCAL DRIVERS wanted for dedicated routes. Earn 61-66+ cents per mile (on all odometer miles), plus distance premiums and stop pay, and/ or 28-32+ per hour. With regular weekly/nightly home time, get your rest at home, not on the road. Earn paid health and life insurance, fully vested 401(k) with employer match, generous vacation and holiday pay, and performance and distance bonus opportunities with Wylie Wilson Trucking. Apply at 651-388-7979 or wyliewilsontrucking.com/ drive-for-us. 23-3-B

50-COW DAIRY LOOKING FOR KNOWLEDGEABLE PERSON for farm work; must know equipment and cows. Call 715-662-5053. 23-TFN-F

1900 COW DAIRY looking for bilingual parlor manager. Call 507-9515597. 8-TFN-F

FT HERDSMAN on 280cow parlor/fresstall dairy. Call/text Brandon 262825-8758 or Shannon 920382-7737. 22-3-F

CUSTOM CHOPPING, We are looking to add a few customers to our custom chopping business. We offer a newer JD 9800 chopper, 5 trucks, merger & blade tractor. We do travel. Call Ben with any questions 715-495-0481. 23-3-VM

SILO REMOVAL, take down & clean up, specializing in but not limited to silos in congested areas, mobile concrete crushing, fully insured. Call 507236-9446. 23-12-VM

Miscellaneous - WANTED

T-SHAPED BUNKER

WALLS; 1,000 gal. LP tank; 3” tiestall pipeline. Call 320-429-0265. 24-6-F

SAND MARK #690

DRUM MIXER or similar, 1 to 2 ton drum mixer. Call 319-238-0956. 24-1-F

STUD SERVICE FOR FEMALE SAINT BERNARD. Call 320-5575514, no texts or messages. 23-TFN-F

LID FOR KNIGHT 8132

SLINGER SPREADER. Call 507-459-5201. 19-TFN-F

BEATER GEARBOX FOR MEYERS SPREADER. Call 320223-5338. 24-3-F

BULK MILK TANK AND VACUUM PUMP; also step saver. Call 320262-6874. 24-1-F

COMPLETE LATE MODEL 1250 GAL. MUELLER BULK TANK. Call 507-4506115. 24-1-F

USED CALF-TEL PENS. Call 320-995-6216. 16-TFN-F

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Miscellaneous - WANTED

MM CORN SHELLER, in good cond. Write: John Troyer, 23993 Cty. Hwy. XU, Norwalk, WI 54648.

24-1-P

JD 740 MANURE LDR., & HD hyd. controlled grader blade. Call 920648-2104. 20-TFN-F

SPRA-COUPE 400 GAL. CAPACITY, 4 wheel unit, might consider 300 gal. model. Call 320-249-8623.

24-2-F

OLD FASHIONED COW NECK CHAINS from 40s & 50s, prefer southern MN. Call 507794-6169, after 7 pm. 232-F

GEARBOX HOUSING FOR NH 256 HAY RAKE. Bennie Wagler, 21334 Keystone Rd., Wilton, WI 54670 22-3-F

MECHANICAL DRIVE

GRINDER, prefer JD 400 or Gehl 65; also 12’ springtooth harrow and hayloader. Call 920-229-8053, ask for Matthew. 24-1-P

Miscellaneous - FOR SALE

WEAVERLINE 424

ELEC. FEED CART, $1,000; 10 HP 3-phase variable spd. Tuthill vacuum pump, $2,000; Surge pipeline and receiver jar and washer for 72 cows, $700; (6) Flo-Star milking units, $500; 5 HP cooler compressor, $400; Bulk tank washer and agitator drive w/horiz. motor, $250; 2nd crop hay, big sq. bales, $185/ton, SW, WI. Call Luke 608-482-4958.

24-1-B

CIH 1200 6R PLANTER, dry fert., insecticide, monitor, 1-owner; CIH RB564 rd. baler, new, updated belts, twine & net, 1800 total bales, 1-owner; IH #40 HD 3 pt. blade, tilt & swing, cylinder adaptable, 1-owner; Farmhand bunk feeder apron wagon; Kewaunee 40’ elevator, drag line & pto lift. Call 815947-2266. 23-2-P

JAMESWAY 20’ RING

DRIVE SILO UNLOADER, complete, out of silo, in exc. cond. Call 651-3800199. 24-3-F

JD 2700 PLOW, semi mounted. Call 320-5101055. 13-TFN-F

‘98 DAEWOO 601 SKID

LDR. w/or w/o tracks, 5136 actual hrs.; NH 890 chopper w/3R30” CH. Call 218-371-1650. 22-4-B

ABCA REGISTERED

BORDER COLLIE

PUPPIES, exc. working parents on site, current on vaccinations. Call 608214-2842. 21-4-F

BUSH HOG FIELD CULTIVATOR, 20’ wide, Thorp, WI, make an offer. Call 715-669-3026. 24-1-F

JAYLOR TMR MIXER, self-propelled, model A50, $8,000/obo, new motor, battery & some parts, good cond. Call 715-304-1256. 24-1-B

EQUIPMENT FOR

SMALL scale bottling plant, pasteurizer, homogenizer, bottler, conveyor, labeler, etc. Call Blaine 701-471-4011. 24-2-F

WESTFALIA SURGE

DOUBLE-12 PARLOR w/Metatron 12 metering takeoffs, variable speed vacuum pump, exc. cond., upgraded to robots. Call 989-657-4151 or 989-4712993. 23-2-VM

VINTAGE A.O. SMITH HARVESTORE ADVERTISING COLLECTIBLES & Harvestore farmer magazines, 1960s-1990s, in good cond. Call 715-225-9987.

19-8-F

3 PT. HITCH FOR VERSATILE 800. 700, 750, 850, 900 etc. will work. Call 320-278-3590. 24-1-F

SPRING TEETH for IHC

C cultivator; wheel hub for IHC 56 corn planter, right side. Call 715-822-2678.

14-TFN-F

KRAUSE LANDSMAN

7430 SOIL FINISHER. Wanted: irrigation stystem. Call 320-250-4600, no texts or messages. 3-TFNF

1,000 GAL. MUELLER BULK TANK w/compressor. Call 507-450-6115. 24-3-F

KNIGHT 3125 STATIONARY TMR MIXER, works great, $4,000. Call 608-604-7225. 24-1-F

SUTORBILT VACUUM PUMP, like new. Call 320-360-7254. 23-2-F

CHEMICAL INJECTION PUMP for hydrogen peroxide etc. into water supply, like new, $350. Call 320-630-7559. 14-TFN-F

GERMANIA PROTIME I DOUBLE-12 PARLOR. Call 507-429-2789. 24-4VM

PATZ INTELLICABLE PRO II SCRAPER SYSTEM; Houle piston pump w/drive unit & control box, $6,000; Harvestore roller mill; DFA Dairy Quota. Call 815-751-4431. 24-2B

GOLF CART OR SIDEBY-SIDE. Call 320-2504600, no texts or messages. 14-TFN-F CEMENT MIXER. Call 563-568-1177 or 563-5684930. 24-1-F

FARM BULK MILK COOLERS, all sizes. Call 319-330-2286. 10-24-P

JD 7000 6 OR 8 ROW PLANTER & 6620 or 7720 combine. Call 320760-6050. 22-TFN-F

88) KRAIBURG KEW PLUS COW MATS, exc. cond.; 80) Sturdy Built tiestall dividers. Call 608214-2842. 22-8-F

ARTSWAY 5101 FEED GRINDER; 1,000 gal. Mueller bulk tank; AgBag 8’ bagger. Call 218-7763618. 24-3-F

NH 38 FLAIL CHOPPER, bought new in ‘04, always shedded, exc. cond. Call 715-314-0977.

10-TFN-F

(4) 3-PHASE 5HP BULK MILK TANK COMPRESSORS, reasonable. Call 480-313-8460. 9-TFN-F

‘08 SURGE WESTFALIA PULSATION CONTROLLER; (5) Classic E Microtouch pulsators w/ shit offs; (24) stallcocks; 65 lb. fresh cow bucket; New Gardner drinking cup parts. Call 507-304-1938. 24-1-B

BALDOR 5 HP. MOTOR, $450. Call 320-8454690. 24-1-F

IH 496 21’ cushion disc, $11,000. Call 320-3043608. 24-1-F

Consign your farm equipment, construction equipment, trucks, trailers, RV’s or ATV’s to one of the largest best attended consignment auctions in the Upper Midwest. This will be an excellent opportunity to turn your complete lines or individual consignments into cash in one of the best markets we have seen for some time. We offer both live and online bidding with recent auctions attracting a great group of local bidders,plus bidders and buyers from coast to coast and border to border including several foreign countries.

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ADVERTISING DEADLINE: Please take advantage of our extensive advertising program by having your items consigned by Thursday, March 9th, 2023. Items will be accepted after the advertising deadline but may not be included in all advertising platforms. Items will be included online at the discretion of auction management.

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Miscellaneous - FOR SALE

(8) USED DELAVAL

MPC150 AUTOMATIC DETACHERS w/stainless steel protective enclosure, $1,000. Call 507-316-4977. 24-3-F

WEAVERLINE FEED CARTS, new, rebuilt used, parts, service. Call Hobert Sales Inc., Cokato, MN 320-286-6284. 19-TFN-B

285 CU. BU. STATIONARY TMR MIXER, exc. cond, $7,500/obo. Call 262-305-7284. 24-1-F

NH BR770 ROUND BALER, crop cutter; Case 2188 combine, RWA. Call 218-841-8723. 24-TFN-F

ALFA-DELAVAL LATE MODEL BULK TANK, 1,250 gal., complete as new, MN. Call 480-3138460. 5-TFN-F

YOUNG WORKING

ABCA BORDER COLLIE FEMALE for a good home/family, $500. Call 715-279-1264. 24-2-F

TORO GROUNDSMAN

DSL. CAB LAWN MOWER & SNOWBLOWER. Call 320-424-2005. 13-TFN-F

JD FRONT WEIGHTS, $75 ea. Call 563-568-1177 or 563-568-4930. 24-3-F

RETIRED, FULL LINE OF GOOD QUALITY DAIRY EQUIPMENT

FOR SALE, items include; GEA IQ milking units; GEA variable speed vacuum pump; GEA Touchtone take-offs; double-11 parlor; Continental commercial washing machine. For more info call Steve 815-2916671. 23-4-B

JD 5210, ROPS, 2WD, ldr., eng. OH, $14,500; JD 6320L, ROPS, 4WD, PQ, $23,500; JD 6320L, ROPS, 4WD, synchro, $22,000; JD 6400, ROPS, 2WD, PQ, ldr., $20,500. Call 715-6693971. 23-2-VM

‘08 35 TON SEMI TRAILER, beaver tail & ramps, 51’ total length. Call 320-760-6942. 12-TFN-F

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, ready Jan. 22, red tri & red Merle, tails docked, dew claws, 1st round shots & wormer. Call Travis 507-259-5173.

22-TFN-F

‘88 WILSON CATTLE TRAILER, 7’x24’; JD 16R cultivator; Versatile 400 swather, good cond. Call 320-290-0367.

6-TFN-F

ZERO BULK TANK, 250 gal. w/Bodmin milkers and pipeline, Alamo pump, ready to use. Call 320-5734197. 24-1-F

‘15 CHEVY SILVERADO 4-DOOR, 4WD. Call 320-557-5514, no texts or messages. 1-TFN-F

NH 790 CHOPPER w/hay head & NH 116 14’ hydraswing haybine. Call 218639-1103. 5-TFN-F

MINI AUSSIE-BORDER

COLLIE PUPPIES, $100 ea; (6) Mini Aussie-Australian Shepherd puppies, $250 ea. Elam Esch, 2192 Hwy. 18, Fennimore, WI 53809. 23-2-F

PUREBRED BORDER

COLLIE PUPPIES, shots, wormed & vet checked, 8 wks. old, good farm dogs or pets. Call 715-965-1108. 24-3-F

PATZ V350 TMR MIXER, exc. cond., hay retainer, Avery 640XL scale, rubber side ext., $22,500/obo. Call 320-360-4645. 20-5-F

BOBCAT 773 TURBO

SKID LDR., 2400 hrs., exc. cond., $27,000/obo; Wanted: 365 & 650 gravity boxes, nice cond. Call 320266-6878. 22-3-F

PUPPIES, 3 Pyrenees, 3 Border Collies, exc. family dogs, working parents, WI. Call 608-617-1595. 24-2-F

KNIGHT 2054 HYDRO PUSH MANURE SPDR., vert. beater, good cond., $27,500. Call 507-4380447. 24-2-F

(4) DEMCO 365 & 450 GRAVITY BOXES, (2) w/tarps, like new; tricycle feeder; big round bale wagon. Call 320-557-6558. 18-TFN-F

HAY RACK, platforms on side, 9x18’, $2,500; Kewanee elevator, 56’, pto lift. Call 320-247-2657. 7-TFN-F

PATZ PUMP OR PARTS; DeLaval 78 milker pump & jar; poly drinking cups, $20; Stainless steel Patz manure pump cover. Call 320-266-6878. 23-3-F

PSI POWER WASHERS, Power Washers Hot/ Cold, Cabinet Parts Washers, Chemicals, Presoaks, Degreasers, Large Parts Inventory Shipped Same Day, On Site Service. Industrial, Commercial, Farm, Sales, Repair, and Rental. “The Guys That Work Great Under Pressure” 1-800-5551677. Serving you from 3 locations: West Central MN Region – Pennock, MN Location SW MN Region – Wilmont, MN Location NW IA Region –Harrisburg, SD Location & Wilmont, MN Location SE SD Region – Harrisburg, SD Location. 23-TFN-B

SILAGE CONVEYOR, 9”x24’, very good; also NH 770 forage chopper, excellent cond. Call 262-5470893. 23-4-F

CUTE RAT TERRIER X BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES, ready Feb. 23, $90 ea./obo, stop in. 14969 Nightingale Ave., Northwood, IA 50459. 24-1-F

3) MEYERS TSS FORAGE BOXES, tandem running gears, VG cond.; Bobcat 773 skid loader, 4700 hrs. Call 715-206-0491. 24-3-F

CIH 1830 6R CULTIVATOR, like new; 18.4x38 clamp on duals; Hesston #10 stacker; (2) stack movers; 300 gal. pull-type boom sprayer. Call 815947-2266. 24-2-P