VERGAS, Minn. — The putt-putt sound of a John Deere 1.5 horsepower engine and the creamy taste of homemade ice cream are well known to Denny Pausch.
Pausch owns and operates Olde Tyme Ice Cream, a traveling ice cream food stand that uses a 1937 John Deere engine to crank out its ice cream.
“Most people that make homemade ice cream have to turn a crank by hand,” Pausch said. “Because we make 5 gallons at a time, we use the John Deere engine to crank the ice cream.”
The nostalgia of the John Deere engine and old-fashioned ice cream brings back distant memories for many of Pausch’s customers.
“It’s so fun to have someone walk up, try the ice cream, take that rst bite, and you can see the look on their face that
Nostalgic ice cream
the memories come ooding back,” Pausch said. “They’ll say ‘I remember cranking that as a kid or watching Grandpa turn the crank and make homemade ice cream.’”
Pausch said when younger generations stop by, they are often surprised by how soft and rich the ice cream is.
“Most of them have never had homemade ice cream before,” Pausch said. “It’s nothing like the stuff you buy in the store.”
Since Pausch has a background in the dairy industry and in retail, purchasing the ice cream trailer last year seemed a good t. Pausch grew up on a dairy farm, worked as an A.I. technician for many years and then worked in retail small business. He purchased the enclosed trailer, complete with the ice cream machine and John Deere engine. The ice cream machine is specially made to work with the engine.
When Pausch’s children were younger, they worked in Pausch’s retail business to gain experience. Now his grandchildren work alongside him.
Of his 12 grandchildren, three
help Pausch with the mobile business on a regular basis.
“It is important to me to teach the grandkids some of the things that most kids don’t get to learn,” Pausch said. “Figuring out all these things helps them understand what it takes to run a business, such as learning to make change for customers, set the cash drawer up and interact with customers. It’s fun to watch them learn.”
The crew with Olde Tyme Ice Cream generally stay within an hour of Vergas but has traveled as far as New Rockford, North Dakota.
“The biggest surprise was nding events that are big enough to make it worthwhile to drive to,” Pausch said. “We like going to the threshing shows but also do some town festivals.”
According to Pausch, having a John Deere-powered ice cream machine is part of their attraction and is especially popular at threshing shows.
“The old farmers walk up and they have a big smile on their face from all the memories they had on the farm,” Pausch said. “Most of them had an engine like that growing up.”
Back then, the 1.5 horsepower engine was considered an advancement on the farm Pausch said, considering most rural areas did not have a power supply.
“Originally, this engine was commonly used to pump water for the cows or run the grain auger,” Pausch said.
The engine, which most would consider an antique, still res up most weekends throughout the summer. In a
year, Olde Tyme Ice Cream appears at 10-12 events. When Pausch is not attending an event, he sometimes sets up in the town of Vergas for the day.
Depending on the day, Pausch makes one to eight batches of ice cream with the John Deere-powered ice cream machine.
“We use all real dairy products in our recipes,” Pausch said. “That’s the best way to make it authentic.”
No matter what type of event Olde Tyme Ice Cream attends, Pausch said his favorite part is spending time with his grandchildren and teaching them the how to work in a retail setting.
“It teaches the grandkids a lot of lessons,” Pausch said. “And it’s a way they can earn some extra cash.”
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Denny (from le ), Carley and Caleigh Pausch operate Olde Tyme Ice Cream together July 5 in Vergas, Minnesota. Pausch and his granddaughters a end 10 to 12 events a year with the mobile business.
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A John Deere engine powers the ice cream machine at Olde Tyme Ice Cream July 5 in Vergas, Minnesota. The engine is 1.5 horsepower.
Striving for excellence
Reiman Duden receives Young Jersey Breeders Award
By Emily Breth emily.b@star-pub.com
PRINCETON, Minn. — MidMarch was a time like no other for Kristin Reiman Duden as her passion for Jerseys grew into her greatest accomplishment, receiving the Young Jersey Breeders Award.
“As soon as I got off the phone, after being told I was getting the award, I went running to my husband, Tom, and I was crying,” Reiman Duden said. “I was emotional because it is something I always wanted. It’s one of the few things that is really near and dear to my heart.”
This award is given to dairy farmers who are active in the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc. and are involved with other community organizations. Around March 12, Reiman Duden received a call from John Maxwell, director of district eight for the AJCA.
ing animals for the fair.
“Being able to be there for everything is amazing,” Reiman Duden said. “From seeing them born to having their rst calf, the whole life cycle (is amazing).”
Reiman Duden said she is proud of her herd especially because it is a calm and well-worked group of cattle. However, there are some cows of which she is especially proud. Serenades Jade Serenity and Brickton Headline Valentine are both scored Excellent 94 and have been shown.
“Valentine was in our wedding pictures,” Reiman Duden said. “She is the granddaughter of one of my alltime favorite cows.”
Cattle are grazed throughout the year as weather permits.
“We don’t have a TMR, we just do hay, grain and silage in the winter for extra energy,” Reiman Duden said. “We aim to keep things simplistic. We don’t push for production, but we want to try and make sure we keep components up with a low SCC through cow comfort and health.”
“Being able to be there for everything is amazing. From seeing them born to having their rst calf, the whole life cycle (is amazing).”
KRISTIN REIMAN DUDEN, DAIRY FARMER
“He told me I would be getting the award and we would be heading to Massachusetts to attend the ceremony,” Reiman Duden said.
Reiman Duden said her parents, Richard and Margaret, FFA and 4-H played a major role in her getting to where she is today.
“My mom had a lot to do with it,” Reiman Duden said. “At rst, mom didn’t want Jerseys then she realized they were nice animals and got in contact with a Wisconsin breeder. FFA helped because (my Jersey herd) was my supervised agricultural experience. The Jersey herd really helped me get my State and American FFA Degrees.”
There are many parts of breeding her herd Reiman Duden said she enjoys, including picking bulls and sharing her herd with other people by leas-
Because of the premium package at First District Association where they ship their milk, the couple pushed to increase butter fat and protein levels of their milk. In 1995, Reiman Duden and her parents introduced the rst Jersey heifer to the farm.
“Breeding really took off between 1999 and 2000,” Reiman said. “I have been doing A.I. since 2004. I have a few key blood lines that have really helped the herd. I focus on type conformation, components and purebred Jersey lines.”
Together the couple now milks around 40 cows with a herd of mainly Jerseys and a few Holsteins in a barn consisting of tie stalls and stanchions. Prior to transitioning to a mostly-Jersey herd, Reiman Duden and her parents had a herd of grade and registered Holsteins. This made for tough competition at shows.
“Especially in Mille Lacs County, it was pretty much all black and white Holsteins,” Reiman Duden said. “We used to have a really big show so it was kind of nice to branch out into another breed.”
While showing her animals and seeing how they do with other people showing them is a great feeling, Reiman Duden said her greatest achievement is attaining this award and keeping the family farm going.
“It is something I am very thankful for,” Reiman Duden said. “I grew up here and it’s my way of life. I don’t
know if I would know any other way of life. I am so proud to be able to have my kids, Cordell and Marilyn, be a part of it as the fth generation, and especially since they want to work.”
Being able to watch her kids learn about life through the cattle is something Reiman Duden said she cherishes.
“Just raising a family on a farm in a life style that less than 2% of the U.S. gets to partake in is really cool, especially with my son being really proud of it,” Reiman Duden said. “He proudly tells people he is a dairy farmer.”
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Kris n Reiman Duden holds her plaque June 19 at Sheraton Springeld Monarch Place Hotel in Springeld, Massachuse s. Reiman Duden found out in March that she would be receiving the Young Jersey Breeders Award.
The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dairy Team monthly webinar series continues Wednesday, July 17, from noon to 1 p.m.
Dr. Ranga Appuhamy will discuss feeding how red seaweed, particularly Asparagopsis taxiformis, has been shown to decrease enteric methane emissions from cattle by up to 90% in experimental settings. However, adapting it as a methane mitigation strategy for commercial farms entails multiple challenges related to mass production, palatability, and milk safety.
Dr. Ranga Appuhamy, an accomplished Assistant Professor at Iowa State University with a background in Animal Science, Dairy Science, and Agriculture. Ranga Appuhamy, assistant professor in animal science, is the recipient of the 2023 Early Achievement in Teaching Award from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University. He teaches a large undergraduate animal nutrition class, advises undergraduate students, and is involved in training undergraduates in research under the Honors and Science with Practice programs at ISU.
Producers, dairy consultants, and industry representatives are encouraged to attend the free webinar from 12 noon to 1 p.m. on July 17 by registering at least one hour prior to the webinar.
All dairy producers are invited to attend Producer Night Out — Dairy herd size and the relation to future profitability — educational event on July 18 at the New Ulm Conference Center. There presenter Michael Ten Clay, CPA and partner at Van Bruggen & Vande Vegte, PC, discusses the criteria for family dairies to be sustainable for the next generation, herd size as it relates to future market opportunities, and outlook for dairy farms in southern Minnesota. This event is sponsored by Minnesota Dairy Initiative. Please RSVP by Monday, July 15 for meal planning purposes: Heidi Sellner: 507-276-3595 or heidisellner@ hotmail.com or Jill Zieroth: 952-240-9993 or jillzieroth@outlook.com
Farmers, producers, consumers, and anyone interested in connecting with Iowa’s organic community and learning more about organic production are encouraged to join the Iowa Organic Association at one or more of our 11 Field Days this summer. These unique on-farm events offer an incredible opportunity to explore an array of organic farming practices and resources developed to encourage and support greater participation in the organic market.
Field Day topics range from organic dairy processing, organic crop production, hands-on eld demonstrations, to ISU’s mung bean research efforts, a Seed Savers Exchange farm tour and introduction to new-emerging organic markets for Iowa producers. Whether you’re just getting started with organic farming or looking to transition your operations, our Field Days cover essential topics to cultivate your own organic journey.
Overview of Events
— 7/25: Organic Dairy Processing at Kalona Dairy
— 7/26: Technology and Organic Crops (Paulina)
— 7/28: Jefferson County Farm Crawl: Radiance Dairy, Pickle Creek Herbs, Premier 1, and Blueberry Bottom Farm (Faireld)
— 8/12: Transitioning to Organic: Farm Tour and Discussion (Waterloo)
— 8/15: The Ins and Outs of Grass-fed Organic Dairy Production (Kalona)
— 8/27: Wholesale Organic Dairy Production (Decorah)
— 8/28: Wholesale Organic Vegetable Production (Decorah)
— 8/29: Seed Savers Exchange Facility and Farm Tour (Decorah)
— 9/28: Cultivating Resiliency through Intergenerational Collaboration: Tour of Organic Greenhouse, Straw Bale House, and Farmer Panel (Atlantic)
For more information or to register for any of the 2024 Field Days, please contact Roz Lehman, Executive Director, at roz@iowaorganic.org or 515-608-8622.
A dynamic one-day event presented by the Professional Dairy Producers will give agriculture sector interns the tools they need to excel in today’s workforce. PDP Accelerate is set for July 24 in Madison, Wisconsin, with a full day of interactive programming to help attendees stand out from the crowd with the skills they need to shine in today’s agriculture careers.
Agricultural employers who incorporate PDP Accelerate into their summer internship program will not only enhance the intern experience and demonstrate their commitment to nurturing talent but also provide students with a renewed vigor during the nal portion of the internship. PDP Accelerate is an opportunity to foster a culture of learning while aiding in training a pipeline of skilled professionals for the future of the agricultural sector.
“We’re thrilled to offer employers the chance to invest in their interns’ growth and development through PDP Accelerate,” said Amber Cafferty, marketing and development coordinator at PDP. “This event isn’t just about learning; it’s about empowering the next generation of agricultural leaders to excel in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.”
PDP Accelerate will be facilitated by Michael Hoffman, founder and owner of Igniting Performance Inc., a Dallasbased company that specializes in the skills of sales, customer loyalty and leadership. Hoffman will combine handson learning, peer networking and interactive skill practice to ensure interns build the skills they need to excel after college.
Interns will emerge from PDP Accelerate armed with the ability to initiate meaningful conversations, leverage technology effectively, exude condent body language, navigate diverse team dynamics, solicit and implement constructive feedback, and expand their professional networks — all essential attributes for success in the modern workforce.
Learn more about PDP Accelerate and register interns by visiting www.pdpw.org or calling 800-947-7379.
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The I-29 Moo University Dairy Webinar Series continues Thursday, July 25 from noon to 1 p.m.
Dr. Molly Lee and Dr. Delaine Quaresma of the Center for Food Security and Public Health at Iowa State University will describe the guidance and resources available for planning and implementing daily and enhanced biosecurity practices on dairy operations.
Special emphasis will be placed on measures to prevent the introduction and/or spread of two diseases of current concern in the dairy industry – highly pathogenic avian inuenza and foot and mouth disease.
There is no fee to participate in the webinar; however, registration is required at least one hour before the webinar. For more information, contact: in Iowa, Fred M. Hall, 712-737-4230; in Minnesota, Jim Salfer, 320-203-6093; or in South Dakota, Patricia Villamediana, 605-688-4116.
The 2024 District 8 Holstein Show will be Wednesday, July 31 at 9 a.m. at the Stearns County Fairgrounds in Sauk Centre. The judge is Erica Irrthum. The show will be held with the Stearns County Fair Open Class and FFA Dairy Show. All exhibitors should enter both the District 8 Show and Stearns County Open Class.
All animals exhibited must have a Holstein Association USA identication paper and be accompanied by certicates. The show will follow state health requirements. All lactating cows must have a negative H5N1 test and CVI. Check the MN Board of Animal Health website for updates. Area Holstein breeders, as well as Junior, 4-H, and FFA members are encouraged to participate.
District 8 Holstein Show exhibitor information is available on the District 8 Holstein Show Facebook page and on the MN Holstein Association website and Facebook page. Entry deadline is July 26. Contact Mary Swart (320) 2200904 for more information on exhibiting. Stearns County Fair Open Class entry deadline is July 20. All information and entry forms are online on the Stearns County Fair website.
A youth showmanship contest will be at the conclusion of the show. The dairy royalty will present the awards. Exhibitors and spectators are invited.
Join the Univeristy of Minnesota Extention dairy team for a Lunch and Learn that will focus on calf care, technology, biosecurity, stockmanship, beef on dairy and more. The event will be held at the following dates and locations.
—Aug. 7 at Ottertail Lake — Amor Park 38002 Eldorado Beach Rd, Battle Lake, MN
—Aug. 12 at St. Charles City Park — 719 W 6th St. St. Charles, MN
—Aug. 13 at Melrose Sauk River Park — 205 5th Ave NE, Melrose, MN
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A look back at 5, 10 and 20 years ago
Five years ago
A move towards full automation
Near Lanesboro, Minnesota, a Lely Vector automatic feeding system was installed on Ben and Amber Rein’s farm in early 2019, with the plan of having an automatic calf feeder installed by the end of the year. The goal was to enable Ben to run the farm on his own. Two robotic milking units were already being utilized to milk their 150-cow herd. The automatic feeder fed 1,000-pound batches of feed about 12 times a day. The feeder uses a laser to measure the height of the feed to know when to mix the next batch. The Reins commented at the time how their refusals had gone down nearly 25% since there is always fresh feed.
Heavy rain causes flash
on already saturated fields
In southern Minnesota, rain was coming down hard on Paul and Susan Kyllo’s farm near Byron. Throughout the spring and early summer of 2019 excessive rain caused ooding with some areas of their farm having over 10 feet of standing water. The Kyllos were lucky the rst day of the ooding that they chose to put their cows in the higher pasture. However, in nearby Pine Island, Minnesota, Pine-Shelter Farms was not as lucky. The pasture they had their cattle in was ooded up to the fence. Along with ensuring their cattle were safe they had to nd ways to get their hired help to the farm due to the roads being shut down because of ooding.
Daluge Farm aims to educate
Near Janesville, Wisconsin, sisters — Erin Grawe and Megan Daluge — were aiming to make sure their family’s farm would remain an operating family business for future generations. Daluge Farm had been in the family for 120 years by 2019. The sisters decided that diversifying the farm was necessary for sustainability, so they began offering tours, eld trips and farm camps. Not only did incorporating ag-tourism help the family maintain the farm, but it also allowed them to educate the public. Erin commented about how it was also a great way to spread a positive message about dairy farming.
A dream written in the stars
Collin Wille from Rice Lake, Wisconsin, had a passion for dairy that led him to the stage at the Wisconsin State FFA Convention as he was named Star Farmer of 2019. Wille was raised on his parents, Jeff and Debbie’s, farm where they managed a 75-cow registered Holstein herd. Wille received his rst calve at the age of 9 for Christmas. His second came the following year. Over the years Wille has grown his own herd mainly from these two bloodlines. By the time of the award, he owned 13 head. Nine were managed with the family’s milk-
ing herd. When it came time to breed his cattle, Willie focused on longevity, udders, and feet and legs to ensure he had healthy cattle.
10 years ago
Feltmann workforce
Near Norwood, Minnesota, the Feltmann family — Dennis and Lynette and their sons, Chad, Chris and Corey — milked 170 cows and farmed about 400 acres. The farm was run strictly by family with everyone having their respective responsibilities on the farm. Dennis commented how working with his three sons was an enjoyment. While everyone helps with the cattle, Chad and Corey take the reins on milking in the double-8 parlor. The herd is housed in a three-row, 122-stall freestall barn that also has a bedded pack for older cows and show cows.
Only the best for the youngstock
At Moore Calves, one of three calf raising facilities for Riverview LLP, near Hancock, Minnesota, 7,700 calves were being taken care of by owners and employees. Travis Ebach, manager of all three facilities, wanted to showcase their good calf care at the open house they hosted at Moore Calves in 2014. Moore Calves was originally privately owned and was brought into the Riverview LLP in 2005. At the facility there is always someone present to tend to calf needs.
20 years ago
Housing development spurs controversy
In Foreston, Minnesota, Norb and Judy Sonnek ended up with more houses in their area than they wanted.
The Sonneks had a 55-cow registered Holstein herd with a feed lot. Across the road a neighbor had sold 20 acres to a young man who continued to farm it. The rest of the neighbors land was slated for a 14-lot development. At the time, there was an ordinance that stated a feed lot could not be built within a half mile of 10 houses. With the new development, this ordinance would be breached so they revoked it. However, with this the housing development came with rules — new owners could not complain about anything that is required to run a farm.
Nineteen-year-old follows dairy passion
Josh Wolbeck of Sauk Centre, Minnesota, has known since third grade that dairy farming is something he wanted to do. However, it was only when he was 15, he began stating it as fact. Since his parents sold their herd, Wolbeck started working for a neighbor and eventually started buying his own cattle. His dairy herd was established two months before he graduated high school. At that time his herd was around 40 head, with the expectation to grow. Wolbeck mentioned that he wanted to expand to 60 cows if he was single, and 90-100 if he got married.
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Dairy Day highlights all seven breeds, educates public about industry
By Stacey Smart stacey.s@dairystar.com
FORT ATKINSON, Wis.
Under a red-and-whitestriped tent in the middle of town, a collection of colorful cattle gathered June 15 on the lawn of the Hoard Historical Museum and National Dairy Shrine. Here, visitors could meet the seven milking breeds — Holstein, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Jersey, Red and White Holstein, Ayrshire and Milking Shorthorn — in one location.
“The ability to see not only real dairy cows, but all seven breeds of dairy cows in one place, is very unique and one of the best features of Dairy Day at the MOOseum,” said Merrilee Lee, director of the Hoard Historical Museum. “The event helps educate many different segments of our community about dairy and the dairy industry.”
The highlight of the day was the parade of breeds down Foster Street in Fort Atkinson.
A cow of every color
Spectators included kids with balloons in hand who lined both sides of the street, watching the cows walk by as facts were shared about each breed.
Approximately 800 people and 13 dairy animals attended Dairy Day at the MOOseum, which offered activites for all ages. Free to the public, this year marked the event’s 10th anniversary.
Kids could get their faces painted to resemble their favorite cow breed and play games like pin the udder on the cow.
New this year was a pedal tractor pull contest. It was joined by returning favorites like a cow decorating contest, scavenger hunt and a calf naming contest. Ashley Hagenow, the 76th Alice in Dairyland, also made an appearance.
Dairy treats were available for purchase, including grilled cheese sandwiches and ice cream oats named after the different breeds, such as the Guernsey oat which featured vanilla ice cream and orange soda. The Brown Swiss oat was a concoction of chocolate ice cream and root beer, and the Milking Shorthorn combined vanilla ice cream with Dr. Pepper.
A cow from every breed and several calves and heifers of various breeds were on exhibit, and people could interact with animals before and after the parade.
Megan Lundy leads a Guernsey cow during the parade of breeds June 15 at Dairy Day at the MOOseum in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. The Lundy family has supplied most of the breeds for the event since it began.
Two area farm families supplied the cattle. The Lundy family brought a string of 10 animals, showcasing all breeds except Jersey. Scott and Deb Lundy and their daughter and son, Megan and Mark, milk 60 cows near Jefferson. Deb is also a member of the Dairy Day committee.
“I like educating the peo-
ple,” Deb said. “They don’t understand that cows can be family cows too, not just commercial cows. They can’t believe how big the cows are and will ask if they can pet or even hug them. Adults want to pet them more than the kids do; kids like the calves better.”
The Lundy family has supplied cows every year since the
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“I said, ‘Yeah, we have that,’” Deb said. “Then they asked about another breed and if we knew anyone with that type of cow. People have sold out, so it can be hard to
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Playing in the mud
Farmers rescue campers at Winstock Country Music Festival
By Emily Breth emily.b@star-pub.com
WINSTED, Minn. — When the weather went from warm and sunny to thunder and rain during the Winstock Country Music Festival, farmers came to the rescue June 16.
Tony Bakeberg, a dairy farmer who milks 230 cows in a double-10 parlor, rolled in with the engine of his 8245 John Deere tractor humming alongside other farmers that Sunday.
“That day we were there from 7 in the morning and got home about 3:45 to start evening chores,” Bakeberg said. “I know they were going longer than when I left.”
Bakeberg estimates that he helped pull out 70-80 campers, rescuing a minimum of ve per hour. That day there were at least 20 tractors helping out.
“It seemed like once we started going everyone needed help,” Bakeberg said. “There were some people who said they weren’t even going to try. Just to hook them on and go. Plus, they kept their camper a lot cleaner if they didn’t even try to do it themselves.”
Some of the most interesting pulls for Bakeberg were RVs since they had to be pulled out backwards to prevent damage.
“It’s fun just to take them for a ride,” Bakeberg said. “I had to pull about eight or 10 of them.”
The crew pulling campers had all been there before and this year it went well, besides for one at tire on a tractor. With the festival being known for bringing rain they were ready to help.
“For sure 15 of the years we had to help pull campers out,” Bakeberg said. “We knew if they got the rain on Saturday, it would not be a fun day Sunday.”
Bakeberg said farmers in the area plan their eld work around the festival and the weather it will bring with it.
“It just goes without saying,” Bakeberg said. “It’s just Winstock weekend. We always side dress our corn the week of Winstock because we know it is going to rain. They even shifted it a week and the weather moved with it.”
Regardless of the weather, pulling campers out of the mud is one thing Bakeberg is grateful the festival encourages and allows them to do.
“At some other festivals it’s more of you’re on your own,” Bakeberg said. “Plus (pulling them out) gives you good stories to tell.”
Bakeberg enjoys the company of the other farmers and said they are a fun group and like pulling people out
of the eld. It also gives them a break from their normal routines on the farm.
“It’s something fun to do when we can’t get in our elds,” Bakeberg said. “We can at least get on the eld one way or another.”
Bakeberg said it was easy for the pullers to tell how much experience people had with pulling or being pulled themselves because of the way they would try to hook up their vehicles or how they drove as they were being pulled.
“I tell people to just put it in neutral and steer,” Bakeberg said. “I looked back and one person had their tires turn(ed) sideways. I was just dragging their vehicle. Then some guys, you would back up and they would already have a chain or strap hooked up and ready to go.”
At the end of the day as campers were still being helped, he said most people were still having a good time, genuinely appreciative and patient.
“They all know we are out there trying to get them out as quickly as we can,” Bakeberg said. “Once we get to them all they have to (do is) hook up their vehicle to the tractor to remove liability from us. We will give them advice though.”
Bakeberg said it is fun to be out helping various people, from those who know nothing about farming to those who have their own farm.
“The people who don’t have an ag background, I think they think it’s a hoot to see the tractors out there,” Bakeberg said. “There are also a lot of farmers that attend the event too and they are appreciative that they see something familiar coming to help them.”
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The tractors farmers used to pull campers out at Winstock Country Music Fes val sit in a line June 16 near Winsted, Minnesota. There were around 20 farmers who came to help pull campers out that day.
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A few campers s ll sit in the campgrounds June 16 at Winstock Country Music Fes val near Winsted, Minnesota. Campers needed to be pulled out of all six camping areas.
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Kathy, holding Sophia, and Tony Bakeberg, holding Lily, sit together at their house near Winsted, Minnesota. The Bakeberg family milks 230 cows in a double-10 parlor.
Cows and heifers parade down Foster Street June 15 in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. Approximately 800 people and 13 dairy animals a ended Dairy Day at the MOOseum.
A man pets the Holstein cow at Dairy Day at the MOOseum June 15 in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. A endees of the event could interact with animals before and a er the parade.
Three-dimensional wooden painted cows line the sidewalk of the Hoard Historical Museum and Na onal Dairy Shrine June 15 near Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. A endees voted for their favorites by dropping a penny into the jar in front of the cows they liked best.
Jennifer Zumbach has a long history of 4-H involvement. Her dad was the Delaware County dairy superintendent and 4-H club leader for nearly 50 years before his passing. Jennifer took over the dairy responsibility about eight years ago.
“Mom and Dad were volunteers for a long time,” Jennifer said. “They were co-chairs to the committee that started the 4-H food stand.”
Jennifer milks 185 cows with her family on their farm near Manchester. She and her husband, David, have four children — Karl, Will, Anna and Neal — who are carrying on the 4-H tradition with their involvement in their local club, Milo Livestock 4-H Club.
The kids are involved in the club throughout the year with various volunteer and fundraising activities. Every year the club plants pumpkin seedlings in the spring and
A family tradition
then, in the fall, take the pumpkins to a care facility where they decorate them with the residents. They also carol in the winter and provide games during the summer festivals in local towns.
The biggest event for the club is the county fair. The Zumbach family is taking a string of animals to show themselves. The Zumbachs are also providing eight or nine kids with animals from their farm to show. This year, there will be about 40 animals from the Zumbach farm at the dairy show.
“There’s a lot of kids in our county that don’t live on a farm anymore so there’s a few places like ours that have an opportunity for kids to show animals,” Jennifer said.
Will has one cow and four heifers this year. One of his heifers is out of a cow that his grandpa had gifted him. Will said he is excited to show her.
“I have a cow who was born in 2019 and this is her rst heifer,” Will said. “She’s had three bull calves, and I was like, ‘Please give me a heifer already.’ So, I nally got a heifer.”
The cow is due in July and Will is hoping for another heifer.
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The Zumbach children — Neal (from le�), Anna, Karl and Will — show off fair animals June 25 at their farm near Manchester, Iowa. The Zumbachs are also providing animals to members of their 4-H club.
This is also Will’s rst year showing a cow and he will be competing against his brother Karl in the same class.
Anna is competing in the dairy shows for the rst time with three heifers and Neal is participating in the kiddie calf show for a sixth year.
Karl and Will are also competing in the agronomy division. The judges already came to the farm to look at the hay, rye, corn and soybeans in the elds. Both play a part in getting the hay crop raked and chopped and will also be judged on the rest of the crops at the fair.
Both Karl and Will are returning to the food and nutrition competition as well. Karl makes pies while Will is entering dill pickles, salsa and a cookie pizza. His recipes come from various sources, with the cookie pizza recipe coming from the 4-H cookbook.
Karl said his favorite thing to do at the fair is help at the 4-H food stand. Delaware County has a program where all the 4-H clubs have shifts throughout the week. The money that is raised during the week goes back to the clubs for
expenses. It helps fund scholarships, cover registrations for 4-H contests, partial reimbursment for camps and even membership dues. Jennifer said it is an effective program.
“It is set up really well in that the kids are working and putting their time in and then they’re getting something in return for it,” Jennifer said. “That committee does an excellent job continuing to run that food stand and take care of that.”
Each family is asked to furnish a fruit pie — some of which are brought in after they are judged in the food and nutrition project area — then are sold by the slice in the food stand throughout the week.
Jennifer remembers her 4-H years as a kid fondly and said she is glad to be providing the experience to her kids and the other kids in the club.
“We grew up at the fair and hung out with all the other kids whose parents were also working (at the fair),” Jennifer said.
“Now I like seeing people that are still friends of mine and spending the week together cheering one another on and competing.”
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Neal (le ) and Karl Zumbach prac ce leading fair animals June 25 at their uncle’s farm near Manchester, Iowa. This is Neal’s sixth year showing in the kiddie calf category.
When do you do chores? Morning and night.
What is your favorite and least favorite chore? My favorite chore is feeding calves. My least favorite chore is hand holding bottles.
What project (besides daily chores) do you enjoy helping your parents with on the farm? I enjoy loading bales with the loader tractor.
Tell us a fun memory you have of living on the farm. Building the calf barn.
What is your favorite animal on your farm? My favorite animal is our dog, Zoey. She is a 6-month-old German Shepherd.
What do you want to be when you grow up? I want to be a farmer.
If you had a farm, describe what it would look like. My farm would be a dairy farm and I would like to farm with my brother.
What is your favorite game to play on the farm during the summer? Baseball.
What is your favorite meal that your mom or dad makes? Pizza.
What is your favorite thing to do off the farm with your family? Hunting and going to a cabin with my family.
What is your favorite dairy treat? Ice cream.
EMILY BRETH/DAIRY STAR
The Koltes family — Lauryn (front, from le ) and Luke; (back, from le ) Andy, Caden, Miley and Missy — gather July 1 on their farm near St. Cloud, Minnesota. The Koltes family milk 135 cows.
Caden Koltes 12 years old 7th grade
Miley
Koltes 10 years old 5th grade
When do you do chores? Morning and night.
What is your favorite and least favorite chore? My favorite chore is feeding the cats. My least favorite chore is feeding the steers.
What project (besides daily chores) do you enjoy helping your parents with on the farm? I like milking the cows and helping Dad work in the shop.
Tell us a fun memory you have of living on the farm. Doing chores together as a family.
What is your favorite animal on your farm? I like my cat, Cookie, because she’s had most of our kittens and she’s a good cat.
What do you want to be when you grow up? A hairstylist.
If you had a farm, describe what it would look like. It would have cows, llamas, pigs, cats, dogs, chickens and sheep.
What is your favorite game to play on the farm during the summer? I like playing volleyball and playing with the cats.
What is your favorite meal that your mom or dad makes? Cheeseburgers.
What is your favorite thing to do off the farm with your family? Going to a cabin in the summer.
What is your favorite dairy treat? Ice cream.
Lauryn Koltes 8 years old 3rd grade
When do you do chores? Morning and night.
What is your favorite and least favorite chore? My favorite chore is sweeping in the barn. My least favorite chore is feeding bottles.
What project (besides daily chores) do you enjoy helping your parents with on the farm? Helping my mom in the garden.
Tell us a fun memory you have of living on the farm. Going on Ranger rides with Grandpa.
What is your favorite animal on your farm? The kitties and Zoey.
What do you want to be when you grow up? A baker.
If you had a farm, describe what it would look like. It would have cows, horses, pigs and cats.
What is your favorite game to play on the farm during the summer? Playing outside with my cousins.
What is your favorite meal that your mom or dad makes? Spaghetti.
What is your favorite thing to do off the farm with your family? Going to the beach.
What is your favorite dairy treat? Ice cream.
When do you do chores? Whenever Dad or Grandpa needs my help.
What is your favorite and least favorite chore? My favorite chore is checking heifers with Grandpa.
What project (besides daily chores) do you enjoy helping your parents with on the farm? Riding in the skid loader with Dad.
Tell us a fun memory you have of living on the farm. Bringing cows to the sales barn with Grandpa and driving the four-wheeler.
What is your favorite animal on your farm? The baby kitties. My favorite one is named Elsa. She is orange and white.
What do you want to be when you grow up? A farmer.
If you had a farm, describe what it would look like. My farm would have cows and New Holland tractors.
What is your favorite game to play on the farm during the summer? I like to play tractors in my sandbox.
What is your favorite meal that your mom or dad makes? Buttered noodles.
What is your favorite thing to do off the farm with your family? I like to go to a cabin with my family. I like to play baseball.
What is your favorite dairy treat? Ice cream.
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“Thank you for helping when I was gone from the farm.”
- Leon Peplinski
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Luke Koltes 5 years old Kindergarten
STATELINE CONSIGNMENT AUCTION
L328
Steer, Cab/A/H, 2 Spd, Aux Hyd, Hyd
Tatch, 132 Hrs, 22’ New Holland L328 Skid Steer, Cab/A/H Elite Cab, Aux Hyd, Hyd Quick Tatch, 1,140 Hrs, 20’ New Holland C332 Track Skid Steer, Cab/A/H, 2 Spd, Aux Hyd, Hyd Quick Tatch, 127 Hrs, 20’ New Holland C327 Skid Steer, Cab/A/H, 2 Spd, Aux Hyd, Hyd Quick Tatch, New Holland L228 Skid Steer, Cab/A/H, Aux Hyd, Hyd Quick Tatch, 3,995 Hrs, 17’ Case IH 3162 Terra Flex 40’ Draper Head, Industrias Americas 440 40’ Head Cart, 18’ Unverferth 530 Road Runner Head Cart, 18’ Unverferth 542 Road Runner Head Cart, 18’ Unverferth HT30 Head Cart, Stud King 32’ Head Cart, 23’ Unverferth AWS-36 Head Cart, 23’ Unverferth AWS-42 Head Cart, 23’ Unverferth AWS-48 Head Cart, 15’ MacDon FD75DK 40’ Bean Head, Double Knife Lexion, Horst 30’ Head Cart, 15’ MacDon FD75 35’ Draper Head, 22’ GTS X10 8R Corn Head, Nice Unit, 22’ Kinzie 3205 12R Planter, 30”, Liquid Fert, No Till Coulter, New Holland 209 Discbine, Never Used, Brent 1194 Track Grain Cart, 1000 PTO, Roll Tarp, Light Kit, 95’ Kenworth T800 Semi Tractor, Day Cab, Cat Diesel, 10 Speed Trans, Lockers, 12’ International Prostar Semi Tractor, Maxxforce 425 HP Diesel, 10 Spd Trans, 15’ Stoughton 42’ Hopper Bottom Trailer, 66” Sides, Electric Roll Tarp, 13’ Stoughton 42’ Hopper Bottom Trailer, Air Ride, Roll Tarp, 12’ Stoughton 42’ Hopper Bottom Trailer, Air Ride, Roll Tarp, 12’ Stoughton 42’ Hopper Bottom Trailer, Air Ride, Roll Tarp, 07’ Timpte 42’ Hopper Bottom Trailer, 05’ Timpte 42’ Hopper Bottom Trailer, 72” Sides, 08’ Merritt 42’ Hopper Bottom Trailer, 68” Sides, Spring Ride, Roll Tarp, 01’ Merritt 42’ Hopper Bottom Trailer, 99’ Vanco 48’ Van Trailer, Spring Ride, Swing Doors, 94’ Great Dane 53’ Van Trailer, Spring Ride, Swing Doors, 2 - 19’ Case IH Farmall 50A Tractor, D, Orops, 3pt, PTO, 2 Hyd Remotes, Low Hour Machines, 16’ New Holland BC5070C Square Baler, Nice Machine, 2 - 23’ Renegade 30’ Enclosed Snowmobile Trailer, Tandem Axle, Front & Rear Ramp Doors, 23’ Renegade 24’ Enclosed Snowmobile Trailer, Tandem Axle, Front & Rear Ramp Doors, 13’ International 300 Aerolite Bus, Maxxforce Diesel, Automatic, Handicap Ramp, 21’ Skidoo Freeride 850 Etec Snowmobile, Electric Start, Reverse, 2,438 Miles, 21’ Polaris Switchback Assault 850 Snowmobile, Electric Start, 144” Track, Reverse, 2,715 Miles, 22’ Lynz Rave RE 850 Ice Ripper Snowmobile, Electric Start, Reverse, 1,768 Miles, 21’ Skidoo Back Country Snowmobile, 18’ Skidoo MXZ TNT 850 Snowmobile, 16’ Skidoo MXZ TNT 900 ACE Snowmobile, 20’ Skidoo Summit Expert 165 Turbo Snowmobile, 21’ Skidoo Renegade 850 Adrnaline Snowmobile, 20’ CAN-AM Defender Pro DPS UTV, 3,293 Miles, 19’ CAN-AM Defender HD10 DPS UTV, 6,685 Miles, 18’ CAN-AM Defeder HD10 XT IR UTV, 18’ CAN-AM Maverick XXC DPS UTV, 1000R, Nice Machine, CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT: Vermeer D6x6 Directional Boring Machine, D, Hydro, 150’ Boring Pipe, Nice One Owner Machine, 1,451 Hrs, 19’ Bobcat T770 Track Skid Steer, D, Cab/A/H, High Flow Aux Hyd, Hyd Quick Tatch, Suspension Seat, 429 Hrs, 21’ John Deere 324G Skid Steer, D, Cab/A/H, 2 Speed Aux Hyd, Suspension Seat, 800 Hrs, Nice, 14’ Marooka MST-1500VD Track Dump Truck, JLG 9-43A Extendable Lift, D, Orops, Foam Filled Tires, Sullivan D185QV Towable Air Comressor, John Deere Diesel, 2005 Cat 924G Wheel Loader, D, Cab/A/H, JRB Coupler, 5k Hrs, Case 521D XT Wheel Loader, D, Cab/A/H, ACS Coupler, 6K Hrs, Case W20 Wheel Loader, Cab/H, 3K Hrs, Municipal Machine, New Holland L230 Skid Steer, Cab/A/H, 2 Spd, Aux Hyd, Hyd QT, 3,730 Hrs, Cat 90 Forklift, D, Pneumatic Tires, Hyundai Robex 35C-9A Mini Excavator, D, Orops, Aux Hyd, Low Hours, Case TR320 Track Skid Steer, Erops, 2 Spd, Aux Hyd, Mech QT, 7,561 Hrs, Bomag BW137AD Vibratory Roller, Vibromax 265 Vibratory Roller, Bomag BW120AD-3 Vibratory Roller, Sullair 185 Towable Air Compressor, John Deere Diesel, Ditch Witch 6510DD Rock Saw, D, Orops Gear Drive, Champion 710A Road Grader, John Deere 770 Road Grader, D, Cab/H, Power Shift, 07’ Kubota KX121-3 Mini Excavator, D, Orops, Aux Hyd, Hyd Thumb, 3,612 Hrs, 08’ Cat 272C Skid Steer, D, Cab/H, High Flow, Aux Hyd, Hyd QT, 4,715 Hrs, Vermeer FT100 Track Skid Steer, Cab/A/H, 2 Spd, High Flow Aux Hyd, Hyd QT, Rear Winch, 1,740 Hrs, Vermeer 625 Towable Wood Chipper, Gas
FARM EQUIPMENT: John Deere 6125R Loader Tractor, Cab/A/H, 16 Speed Trans, 3pt, PTO, 3 Hyd Remotes, 1,650 Hrs, Very Nice One Owner Machine,, John Deere 7200 Max-Emerge 2 16R Planter-Nice Planter, John Deere 618C 16R Corn Head, 20” Spacing, EZ Trail 880 Head Cart, John Deere 612C 12R Corn Head, EZ Trail 880 Head Cart, 10’ Case IH 3412 12R Corn Head, Claas Volto 1100T 10 Basket Hay Tedder, John Deerre 735 Diskbine, Flail Rolls, Case IH Tigermate II 38’ Field Cultivator, 5 Bar Spike Harrow, Apache Creep Feeder, KFS Creep Feeder, Athens 7’ Offset Disk, 24” Blades, Brillion Land Commander II 7 Shank Disk Chisel, John Deere 9500 Combine, 4,700/3,750 Hrs, H&S XL 16’ Chopper Box, H&S Super 7+4 16’ Chopper Box, H&S Twin Auger 16’ Chopper Box, Kubota L3600 Tractor, MFWD, 3pt, PTO, Ford 4400 Loader Tractor, D, 3pt, PTO, 1 Hyd Remote, John Deere 7000 6R Planter, Liquid Fert, Farm Fans CF/AB-150 Portable Grain Dryer, Kuhn VB2190 Round Baler, Net Wrap, Crop Cutter, John Deere 4044M Loader Tractor, D, MFWD, 3pt, PTO, Only 41 Hrs, New Holland 1720 Tractor, D, MFWD, 3pt, PTO, Mower, Approx 300+ New Attachments To Be Sold! Gear Selection Of Weekend Warrior Equipment! Do Not Miss These Deals! VEHICLES & TRAILERS: 04’ Ford F450 Super Duty Dump Truck, Diesel, Crew Cab, Snow Plow, 111K Miles, 99’ Ford F450 Super Duty Dump Truck, Gas, Crew Cab, 138K Miles, 00’ GMC 6500 Dump Truck, Gas, 14’ Body Contractor Sides, 156K Miles, 00’ International 4900 Flat Bed Truck, DT466 Diesel, 363K Miles, 08’ Ford F750 Super Duty Dump Truck, Cat Diesel, Manual, 100K Miles, 02’ Ford F750 Super Duty Dump Truck, Diesel, Manual Trans, Contractor Sides, Side Lift Gate, 139K Miles, 02’ Ford F750 Super Duty Dump Truck, Diesel, Manual Trans, 14’ Dump Body, Contractor Sides, Side Lift Gate, 134K Miles, PJ 20’ Tilt Top Gooseneck Trailer, 18’ PJ PL342 34’ Deck Over Trailer, Tandem Dual, Pintle Hitch, Monster Ramps, LAWN & GARDEN – GOLF/RECREATION: 23’ Polaris RZR Pro XP Crew, Gas, Props, 4x4, ONLY 13 MIles, Toro 4700D 7 Gang Rough Rotarty Mower, D, 4x4, 3,600 Hrs, Smithco Spray Star 3180 Sprayer, Raven GPS Monitor, Diesel, Hydro, Nice Machine, Toro 5700 Multipro Sprayer, D, Hydro, 3,400 Hrs, Jacobsen HR9016 Wide Area Mower, D, 4x4, 4 - John Deere TS 4x2 Gators, 3 - John Deere 6x4 Gators, John Deere 825i Gator Cab/H, Snow Plow, 2 - New Dewalt Zero Turn Mowers, Gas, Hydro, 60” Deck, 4 - Never Sold New Ryan JR Sod Cutters, Gas, Hydro, New!! John Deere 2020 Pro Gator, Manual Trans, Hyd Dump, Aluminm Chipper Box, John Deere 1620 Front Mount Mower, D, Orops, Hydro, 80” Lastec Flex Deck, John Deere 8800A Rough Rotary Mower, D, 4x4, 5 Gang, 2,600 Hrs, Lease Return Machine, Turfco Triwave 60 3pt Overseeder, Toro 455D Front Mount Mower, Toro Workman Utiltiy Cart, Gas, Manual Trans, Hyd Dump, Cub Cadet XT1 Zero Turn Mower, Approx 300+ New Attachments To Be Sold! Gear Selection Of Weekend Warrior Equipment! Do Not Miss These Deals!
Livestock - FOR SALE
REGISTERED HOL-
STEIN SPRINGING
HFRS., due to calf SeptNov., bred Lombardi, Hancock and Angis, dams scored 81-90 points, 22,000-32,000 milk, high test, low SCC, retiring, delivery avail. Call 608-3262668. 10-4-P
(5) REGISTERED BROWN SWISS HFRS., due this fall, bred AI. Call 320-587-6384. 10-TFN-F
REGISTERED CALVING EASE HOLSTEIN & ANGUS BULLS, various sizes, delivery avail. Call or text Brian 715-6139206. 2-TFN-F
SERVICEABLE AGE
BREEDING BULLS, 40 yrs. AI breeding, Sauk Centre, MN. Call 320-7612526 or 320-293-5607. 6-TFN-F
DAIRY GOAT DOES, out of Hostetler breeding; also breeding bucks available. Call 319-350-5819. 24-TFN-F
2 POT LOADS OF SPRINGING HOL-
STEIN HFRS., 70 total, 1st load due Aug.-Oct. 15, 2nd load due Oct. 15-Nov. 30, several generations of AI breeding, from 30K RHA herd, most sexed conrmed with ultrasound, vaccinated set up, ready to milk. Call Casey Schlauderaff 218-234-6425. 9-3B
HOLSTEIN BULLS, from great type and production families. Raised on outside lots, good vigor, Glencoe, MN. Call 320864-6555. 2-TFN-F
REG. HOLSTEIN
BULLS, exc. type and production. Call Scott Rickeman 320-552-0284. 16-TFN-F
SERVICEABLE AGE BLACK & WHITE & RED & WHITE BULLS, sires Red Eye and Einstein, some polled, deep pedigrees. Call 320-583-6564. 21-TFN-F
YOUNG REGISTERED HOLSTEIN COWS AND SPRINGING HEIFERS, nice looking group of animals, milking great with low SCC, herd averages 29,000# milk and 1,260# fat, closed herd. Call Schmitt Dairy of Rice, MN. Mark 320-247-9543 or Austin 320-345-0549. 10-1-F
BROWN SWISS BULLS, home raised, registered, genomic tested, A2A2 tested, delivery available. Call 563-419-2137 or visit www.hilltopacresfarmcalmaria. com 24-TFN-F
GUERNSEY SPRINGERS, reg. Brown Swiss cows & breeding age registered bulls, Brown Swiss bulls, Guernsey w/high type & production. Call 563-590-5369. 11-TFN-F
HOLSTEIN BULLS, red or black, serviceable age, north of Rochester, MN, delivery avail. Call 507732-5930. 10-1-F
Livestock - FOR SALE
REGISTERED, HOMEBRED HOLSTEIN
BULLS, located 15 mi. north of Rochester, MN. Call Dave Alberts at 507269-3084 or 507-3568625. 14-TFN-B
SPRINGING HOLSTEIN HFRS. & COWS; also calves from 2-8 months of age, Norwood, MN. Call 612-202-7944. 10-8-F
Livestock - WANTED
LOOKING FOR A2A2
or let
take over
and farm. I have 20-25 head of animals already. Call 608558-3310. 7-7-F
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
Services
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.
3-TFN-B
Help Wanted
GWENYN HILL FARM IS LOOKING FOR A LAND AND LIVESTOCK MANAGER, responsible for organic eld crop and livestock production. See job posting at gwenynhill.com 10-4-F
JERSEY COWS, grazed, certied organic not needed, no grain a plus, prefer large amount from one farm, but open to ideas, willing to travel. Call/text 715-441-0362. 9-4-F
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-TFNB
CUSTOM HEIFER RAISER has openings to raise your heifers. We offer freestall facilities, all TMR fed, $2.50/day from weaned to pre-fresh. Call Ben for more details 715495-0481. 3-TFN-B
REG. HOLSTEIN
BULLS, from three or more generations of EX 30,000 lbs. dams, Brookings, SD. Call 605-6906393. TFN-F
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
ALL CLASSES OF SPRINGER DAIRY COWS. No jockeys. Call 320-760-6050. 20-TFN-F
SILO REMOVAL, take down & clean up, specializing in but not limited to silos in congested areas, mobile concrete crushing, fully insured. Call 507236-9446. 22-10-P
Hay, Straw, Feed & Bedding - FOR SALE
ERNMOREORGAN-
ICS.COM, certied organic alfalfa, wrapped in 8 layers of lm, 3x4x6 bales, RFQ 140-280, Springeld, SD. Call ERNmore Organics 605-286-3873 or 605-999-2010 or 605-2511143.Ernmoreorganics. com. 16-TFN-B
HIGH-QUALITY FORAGES: corn silage (conventional and BMR), alfalfa haylage, fescue grass silage, Triticale silage and oatlage. Forages can be delivered and made into TMR. Call 920-371-7737. 22-20-B
ery available. Write Ose Hay Farm, P.O. Box 1, Theif River Falls, MN 56701-001. 6-TFN-B
OCIA-CERTIFIED
YELLOW CORN; certied organic alfalfa grass hay in large squares or rounds; ‘69 JD 55 combine, always inside. Call 641-751-8382. 6-TFN-B
LARGE SQUARE BALES OF STRAW, 3x4x8. Call 320-304-2311. 6-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
ORGANIC AND CONVENTIONAL ALFALFA/GRASS MIX IN 3X3 SQUARE BALES, new crop avail., exc. quality; also have organic wheat straw and organic corn available, Cassleton, ND. Call 701-730-1730. 9-TFN-B
MUELLER OE 1000 GAL. TANK w/compressor and side mounted washer, professionally removed and ready to load, works as it should, went to bigger tank, one owner. Call/text 320-232-0572. 10-2-F
J&D 72” MEGA STORMER EXHAUST FAN, like new, $2,450; Fritsch 6’ silage defacer, skid steer mount, $4,300’ DeLaval 78 vacuum pump w/10 HP motor, $950. Call 715-878-4579. 10-1-F
4 ROW 3 PT CULTIVATOR, great condition, ready to work, $500/OBO. Call 715-675-2216. 10-1-F (2) GEHL 1540 BLOWERS; (4) Meyers chopper boxes. For pictures and details call 715-498-7730. 10-1-F
50-COW DAIRY LOOKING FOR KNOWLEDGEABLE PERSON for farm work; must know equipment and cows. Call 715-662-5053. 23-TFN-F
LOOKING FOR HELP MILKING COWS, south of Freeport, MN, experience preferred. Call 320493-5310. 12-TFN-F
MUELLER 1,000 GAL. MILK TANK, washer mounted on side of tank model OE, professionally removed and ready to load, Energy Star compressor incl. Call/text 320-2320572. 10-1-F
SILO DOORS, wood or steel doors shipped promptly to your farm, hardware available including S.S. fasteners. Call 800-222-5726, Landwood Sales LLC. 9-9-B
PENTA 4120 HD VERT. TMR, great shape, new knives, SS conveyor, $19,000, Osage, MN. Call 218-841-4248 or 218-5733172. 16-TFN-F-1st
NEW IDEA 5209 DISCBINE, EXC.; Kuhn 3200 GT rake, exc. cond. Call 715-823-4501. 6-TFN-F
(7) AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, merle/tri, tails/dew claws removed, will have shots & wormer, born March 26th, ready May 26. Call 507-259-5173. 6-TFN-F
‘22 KUBOTA SSV65, 475 hrs., new tires, war. expires Dec. ‘24, $44,700 w/ choice of bucket; Culburn quarter pail, $40. Call 563542-3276. 5-TFN-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” 1-800-555-1677. 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 Miscellaneous - WANTED
& CONDITIONS
‘04 TURBO CHARGED VW BEETLE CONVERTIBLE; ‘09 Toyota Prius Hybrid. Call 320250-4600. 20-TFN-F
‘14 JD 7210R MFWD, duals, 210 hp, 3600 hrs., 4 remotes, 3 PTOs, includes full auto steer w/activation, like new Firestone tires, exc. cond., $116,000. Call 641-330-5714. 10-1-F
SCHULD 12.4 TON GALVANIZED FEED BIN, like new, O&C from the ground w/agitator, 4” auger & motors, $5,900. Call 715-462-3286. 8-4-P
(8) USED BOU-MATIC COMPANION DETACHERS, working when removed, $300ea./ obo; (16) Calf-Tel 4x6 individual pens, 3 yrs. old, very good cond. Call 920517-9216. 9-3-F
IH 1456, restored, $39,500. Call 320-2902602. 8-4-F
JD 115 STALK CHOPPER, very nice, $8,500; 8 row stalk stompers off CIH corn head; milker pump & jar; 200’ of 24” poly manger liner; Patz & Badger barn cleaner, complete w/chute & SS Patz manure pump cover & parts; CIH 600 blower, like new, $2,500. Call 320-2666878. 7-6-F
2) 18.4X34 TIRES AND RIMS off JD 4020 tread, $2,000; (1) 12.4x36 Goodyear; (3) Loyal silo hoppers. Call 920-672-7065. 10-1-F
(60) USED FREESTALLS, in good cond., $50 ea./obo. Glenn Mast, 2503 480th St., Iowa City, IA 52240. 9-4-F
NH 790 CHOPPER, Metal Alert III, always shedded, orig. knives, 890W HH, 31x13.5x15 tires, $13,500. Call 715-4623286. 8-4-F
WEIGHTS AND WEIGHT BAR FOR JD 5830 CHOPPER. Call 608-723-2049. 23-TFN-F
FARM BULK MILK COOLERS, all sizes. Call 319-330-2286. 10-24-P
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1 OR 2 HOLE CATTLE WATERER. John Miller, N10002A Jacobson Rd., Hixton, WI 54635. 10-1-F
LID FOR KNIGHT 8132 SLINGER SPREADER. Call 507-459-5201. 19-TFN-F
MF MODEL 399 TRACTOR. Call 641-228-2512. 10-1-F
OLD HEATING FUEL AND DIESEL, can pump from basement. Call 320424-2005. 5-TFN-F
REAR TRACTOR WTS. for CIH 3230 utility tractor; For sale: Kids’s wooden playhouse. Call 715307-8521. 10-2-F
BULK MILK TANK AND VACUUM PUMP. Call 320-262-6874. 10-1-F
JD 7000 6 OR 8 ROW PLANTER & 6620 or 7720 combine. Call 320760-6050. 22-TFN-F
SPRING TEETH for IHC C cultivator; wheel hub for IHC 56 corn planter, right side. Call 715-822-2678. 14-TFN-F
