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Directions: Ewing is located South of Mt. Vernon, IL. From I-57, take exit 77 for IL-154. Turn East off of the Exit so you're on 154 briefly. At the stop turn Left (North) on IL-37. Travel about 1 mile and turn Right (East) on Ewing Road. You'll stay on this road about 6 miles, you'll go through the town of Ewing. Turn Left (North) onto Sheep Farm Road. Follow this about 1.5 miles. You'll see the fence line on the left. At the T-stop, turn left and left into the facility. If you use Google Maps, Mapquest, or other GPS, you can use these coordinates as your destination and it will give you directions right to the facility: 38.097011,-88.742673
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on the cover: Charles Freitag "In each of my paintings, I try to convey my fond childhood memories of life on the family farm"
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~ Charles Freitag, Artist
harles Freitag is a native Iowan, born and raised on a small farm in the heartland of rural America. Growing up on the family farm gave him deep appreciation for his natural surroundings, and can be found in his paintings of yesteryear.
At the age of thirty-nine, Charles is happily married, a father of six and resides in Marion, Iowa.
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Finding Counselors Who Understand Agriculture......... A34 Farm & Ranch Life
Charles' work is inspired by his favorite illustrator, Norman Rockwell. That inspiration can be seen in his paintings, with his meticulous attention to detail, and the subtle composition and coloring of all the facets of the painting. Charles' growing popularity has astonished the young artist. With numerous magazine covers and awards, Charles is quickly becoming one of America's most highly sought after artists. His work can be found in galleries and collectors' homes across the U.S., Canada and internationally.
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Call 1-800-380-8894 for more information on Charles Freitag's artwork, or visit his website at www.freitagart.com.
During high school, Charles excelled at art, and took his dream of becoming a full time artist one step further when he enrolled at Hawkeye Community College after graduation. While there, he earned honors before finishing his degree at the Academy of Art in Chicago.
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Perten Instruments Develops Near-Infrared Grain Analyzer for Farm Use New instrument built for on-farm grain analysis is accurate, rugged, and economical. Near-infrared (NIR) grain testing has been a fixture at large elevators and grain processors for years, and an on-farm grain analyzer has been in demand for some time. The demands on such an instrument are high, however, and must balance many requirements. It must be rugged and robust. It must be portable enough to tote around the field. It must be simple to operate, but sophisticated enough to provide accuracy similar to elevator and lab instruments. And it must do it all in a cost-effective manner.
analyses helping users to control grain drying, perform field and load-out spot checks, and determine optimal harvest times. “The IM 8800 is really a first for farmers. Its accuracy is similar to instruments used at elevators, but is economical enough for farm use,” Business Area Manager Henrik Andrén reports. He adds, “The instrument allows farmers to identify their highest value grain and ship it to their more demanding customers who are willing to pay premiums for high quality.” To learn more visit www.perten.com. ____________________________________
Yamaha Announces All-New 2015 Viking VI Side-by-Side Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., announces a new utility Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicle: the all-new 2015 Viking VI EPS six-person SxS. The extended cab Viking VI combines Yamaha performance and durability with the comfort and convenience of a Viking—now with maximum headroom, legroom and shoulder room for six occupants. Every Yamaha Viking and Viking VI is being assembled in the U.S.A. at Yamaha’s factory in Newnan, Georgia, for worldwide distribution.
primed—we’re on the gas and expanding our SxS line today and for years to come.” For more information visit www.YamahaOutdoors.com and www.YamahaViking.com. ____________________________________
Case IH Introduces True-Tandem 345 Seed Bed Disk Harrow The new True-Tandem™ 345 seed bed disk harrow is a great addition to the field-proven Case IH tillage legacy. With key advances that help improve field finish, durability and machine productivity, the equipment provides growers with optimum results. “The True-Tandem 345 makes short work of Bt corn and other residue and leaves a level soil finish out the back in spring or fall,” says Tim Nix, Case IH Tillage Marketing Manager. “We love to put our disk harrows in the field next to any other brand and watch the growers react.”
Similar to the three-seat Viking introduced last summer, the new Viking VI is made for tough off-road duty boasting Yamaha’s industry-leading Ultramatic™ fully automatic transmission, On-Command® four-wheel drive system, Electric Power Steering (EPS) and Yamaha’s proven and powerful 700cc-class engine. With 600-pounds hauling and 1,500-pounds towing, Viking VI is made to be the toughest, hardest-working and most off-road-capable six-person SxS ever.
The Inframatic 8800 was developed to address these requirements. It uses solid state components and diode array technology meaning no moving optical components. The lack of moving parts allows Perten Instruments to and match instruments at the factory - one instrument is exactly like the next. This means the instruments are accurate, repeatable, and reproducible.
“Yamaha’s latest all-new Side-by-Side, the Viking VI, is a comfortable, convenient, tough and off-road-capable vehicle, and we expect to see it working ranches and hauling hunters from Texas to California, Oregon to Pennsylvania and everywhere in between,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha’s ATV/SxS group marketing manager. “The Viking VI is the natural evolution of a platform and concept that has captured awards, praise and market share since we launched the initial Viking last summer. Yamaha customers are excited and dealers are
The Inframatic 8800 includes many features. It is highly portable as it is small, lightweight and can be operated for up to two hours on its internal battery. It incorporates a GPS allowing farmers to identify pockets of high value grain. These results can be plotted on a map allowing farmers to plan harvest and binning strategies. The rapid analysis (moisture and protein results in less than 90 seconds) provides nearly instantaneous
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Growers have several customization options. The optional rolling reel basket with active hydraulic down pressure uses the same patented, double-edge bent bar found on the Ecolo-Tiger® 875 and helps to size any remaining large clods and further condition the soil ahead of the planter. Producers also can choose: •
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A three-bar coil tine harrow for excellent leveling and residue flow, adjustable tine angle and down pressure A rear hitch for pulling a Case IH Crumbler seed bed conditioner
Unlike competitive offset disk harrows, the TrueTandem 345’s symmetrical design offers a long life of straight, easy pulling in the roughest field conditions. The Earth Metal® blades on the 345 effectively size and mix residue from today’s hardiest hybrids, unlock-
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ing the nutrients and leaving the soil smooth and ready for planting. The 22-inch Earth Metal blades have flat, crimped centers for added strength and long life, and a tighter fit with the spools. They are 30 percent stronger and last up to 20 percent longer than conventional blades. In addition, an improved scraper design on the 345 increases durability and minimizes plugging. Case IH also increased the use of greaseless bearings on hinges, rockshafts and baskets, which will significantly decrease routine maintenance on the 345. Nix says farmers also will appreciate the walking tandem design of the True-Tandem 345 mainframe and wing wheels. “They move independently and stay on the ground better, while providing a smoother ride at faster speeds,” he continues. “So the disks are staying at the proper level and not bouncing in and out of the soil.” New stubble-resistant tires help prevent flats from tough residue. New class 3 powder coat paint adds years of life to the finish. In addition, every True-Tandem 345 seed bed disk harrow will come equipped with LED lighting, for better nighttime visibility and longer light life. The 345 replaces the Case IH True-Tandem 340 and will be available in working widths from 22 to 34 feet, in three-foot increments. Orders are being accepted now for delivery in early 2015. Contact your local Case IH dealer for details. ____________________________________
Introduces New Canopy and Windshield For John Deere® Gator T-Series UTVs
bright sunlight or light rain as well as protection from tree limbs, debris and overhead hazards, but still allows easy entry and exit from the vehicle. It's ideal for recreational use as well as landscaping, grounds & facilities management and municipal operations. Curtis optional accessories such as roof-mount LED strobe and work lights, dome light and side-view mirrors are available. Canopy installs in about 1 hour. The canopy and windshield are sold separately. ____________________________________
McLaren Industries Introduces New Industrial and Off-The-Road Tires Featuring more than 10 years of field testing and continuous improvements of the tire structure, McLaren's Nu-Air semi-pneumatic tire series integrates the strength and stability of a solid tire with the smooth, cushioned ride of a pneumatic tire. With its lower cost per hour, the Nu-Air tire has become widely known as the smart alternative to foam filled tires and regular pneumatic tires. Until now, only OEMs had access to a limited off-theroad (OTR) range of tire sizes. McLaren now introduces the full range both to the OEM and to the retail market. Thus, industry manufacturers and users of backhoes, telehandlers, front-end loaders, wheel loaders, and wheeled excavators finally have access to the proven cost effective technology that was once available to compact equipment only.
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Orthman Introduces Performance-Stacked 2015 DR Series Planters for Better Planting Performance in the Field Orthman recently announced the launch of its 2015 Deere-Orthman DR planters. Designed for precision, capacity and flexibility, the new DR Series planters allow producers to plant more in less time. Featuring Orthman’s industry-leading stack-fold technology, the DR Series can handle any terrain. Available in 20”-40” configurations up to 60’ wide on a three-section flex frame, these planters provide rugged durability and exceptional performance. DR Series planters are designed to accommodate the all-new MaxEmerge 5 family of John Deere row units and John Deere’s high-capacity Central Commodity System (CCS). Combining these technologies, Deere-Orthman DR planters streamline the planting pass, saving time and money for producers.
Constructed of molded high-density polyethylene, the canopy offers an excellent combination of toughness and light weight. Aluminum support tubes mount directly to the Gator chassis bracket for improved strength and stability. No drilling is required, significantly reducing installation time.
The Gator canopy and windshield provide cover from
The OTR solid cushion tires are not only a smart alternative to foam filled or solid tires, but also to the heavy and expensive tire chains. The flat proof technology eliminates the need for tire prevention, while the extra weight of the tires provides the stability that is crucial on any harsh terrain. There are a variety of patterns available, allowing customers to select the right tire for their type of terrain. Particularly unique is the RT pattern for size 20.5x25. It has been developed precisely for problematic surfaces, where rocks, scrap and debris give trouble to even the most experienced operators. For more information call 800-836-0040 or visit www. mclarenindustries.com. ____________________________________
Curtis Industries announces the release of its canopy and folding windshield for the John Deere Gator TS, TX, and TE model UTVs.
The front canopy frame is secured in a 13" reinforcing channel to reduce movement and prevent cracks and squeaks. The folding, removable windshield opens for added ventilation and visibility. Made of impact modified acrylic for superior strength, the windshield secures in place with rubber latches for safe operation open or closed. Windshield removes easily without tools.
invest in new tire sizes, and apply the semi-pneumatic tire technology for heavy equipment as well.”
“Originally skid-steer loaders and some backhoes were eligible for solid cushion tires,” said George Zafirov, marketing manager for McLaren Industries. “For years OEMs and equipment users have been reporting higher equipment productivity and reduced maintenance costs derived from the usage of such tires. The continuous positive results and the numerous inquiries about other tire sizes motivated McLaren’s R&D department to
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Versatile and highly maneuverable, Deere-Orthman DR planters offer producers more options, including an innovative gull wing that provides better wing clearance and faster end turns. Narrow transport width models and integral mounting enable optimal field and road handling. Customizable row configurations allow producers to adjust from 12 to 24 rows and 20”-row spacing to wide-row configurations (up to 40”) using the CCS to accommodate beds, ridges and strip-till applications. “It’s no secret that the planting pass is one of the most
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time-sensitive operations each season,” said Rod Haarberg, senior vice president of marketing for Orthman. “The Deere- Orthman DR planters are built for high performance and deliver greater flexibility, capacity and maneuverability to save time in the field. Together with John Deere, Orthman is literally stacking the odds in the producer’s favor.”
emissions. The B3350 and B3350SU models offer a liquid-cooled E-TVCS (Emissions-Three Vortex Combustion System) engine, delivering increased power and high torque for more strength and enhanced productivity. Equipped with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), these models further reduce emissions to ensure compliance with the latest Tier IV emission standards. Each of the new models offer Kubota’s proven three-range, clutchless HST transmissions for easy operation and the optimal speed to match any job – low-range for extra power at low speed, mid-range for normal operations, and high-range for transporting from place to place. Additionally, operators can move more efficiently between jobs at top travel speeds ranging from approximately 12 mph to more than 14 mph with turf tires.
Highest PTO Ever for a B-Series Tractor
New Deere-Orthman DR Series planters are now available at local John Deere dealerships, and more information can be found at www.orthman.com. ____________________________________
Kubota Adds Three New ROPS Models to Popular B50-Series Tractor Line
When it comes to implements, the B50-Series ROPS models provide an extra punch of power and strength for a range of tough tasks with 19.5 horsepower for the B2650 and 27 horsepower for both the B3350 and the B3350SU, the new B50-Series now delivers the highest PTO horsepower ever for a B-Series tractor. Ideal for light utility work, mowing or landscaping, the B50-Series offers a variety of performance-matched implements, including a front loader, backhoe, midmount mower, standard and light material buckets, and snow blades, making a multitude of jobs easier than ever in any season.
“The Kubota B50-Series tractors truly deliver on durability and dependability and now with a versatile ROPS model at an affordable price point,” said Paul Williams, senior product manager for Kubota. “No matter the job, these hardworking models offer numerous performance-matched attachments so operators have many options to choose from to tackle any chore with ease, all in complete comfort and style.”
Efficient and Powerful Performance The new B50-Series ROPS models have Kubota diesel engines that are built for greater power with cleaner A4
Case IH is simplifying the decision of choosing the right red tractor for many operations with the new digital Right Red Tractor tool. “We designed the Right Red Tractor digital tool in the spirit of helping producers be ready to make beneficial equipment purchasing decisions for their operations,” says Zach Hetterick, Tractor Marketing Manager for Case IH. “From landscaping to livestock, from feedlot to vineyard, Case IH has a tractor that will meet customers’ needs and we are dedicated to helping them find it.” Using the Right Red Tractor digital tool is simple for producers looking for a tractor up to 120 horsepower. After logging on to caseih.com/RightRedTractor, producers are asked five simple questions they need to consider when purchasing a new tractor. The questions include how much they will be using the tractor, how much power they will need, whether or not they would like a cab, etc. As soon as the questions are answered, the producer gets a recommendation of which Case IH model will best meet their needs.
Helping Producers Meet Their Needs The Right Red Tractor tool was designed specifically as a digital tool, optimized for mobile use, because research shows producers are increasingly using mobile technologies. Float Mobile Learning, a consulting firm that develops mobile strategies for major agricultural organizations, conducted research in 2012 that shows ninety-four percent of producers own a mobile phone or smartphone and smartphone adoption among U.S. producers jumped from 10 percent in 2010 to 40 percent a year later.
The newly designed B50-Series ROPS compact tractors offer endless capabilities with the highest PTO horsepower ever for a B-Series tractor. Kubota Tractor Corporation has introduced three new models to its B50-Series compact tractors, adding the newly designed B2650 and B3350 ROPS tractors and the new B3350SU Special Utility tractor to its lineup. Available now at dealerships nationwide, the new Kubota B50-Series ROPS tractors offer class-leading luxury with user-friendly control layout, and powerful Kubota diesel engines that meet the latest Tier IV emission regulations. The three new models complement the line’s cab models released last year.
New Digital Tool Helps Producers Find the Right Red Tractor for Their Operation
ROPS Models Raise the Bar in Safety and Comfort The Kubota B50-Series ROPS models are smart and ergonomically designed. From the deluxe suspension seat designed to absorb shock and reduce operator fatigue, to a tilt-steering wheel and easy-to-read LCD digital panel, the B50-Series allows for a comfortable driving position and nimble operation. Levers are logically arranged on the left and right consoles, and switches are concentrated around the instrument panel. In addition, the brake pedal is positioned on the left side of the steering column for more right-side foot space and easier operation of the HST pedal. Also, the front grill and newly designed headlamps are now integrated into the one-piece metal hood for easier opening and closing and more convenient access to the engine to address any maintenance needs.
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Furthermore, recent research showed Case IH what livestock producers look for when purchasing equipment. Producers in the study, sponsored by Case IH, who reported a significant portion of their income as generated from livestock operations, say they look for low-maintenance and easy-to-use equipment from an innovative manufacturer. “Case IH understands that each livestock producer’s operation is different and the equipment needs to be able to meet producers’ varied demands,” says Hetterick. “The Right Red Tractor digital tool is a great place for producers to start when they’re looking for a lowerhorsepower tractor.”
Knowledgeable People in the Field In addition to the Right Red Tractor digital tool, Case
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IH dealers and product specialists can provide producers with additional information to further guide producers’ decisions and help customize the tractor to meet their needs.
PortaPump Jr. makes removing standing water easy. The pump can be used on flooded sidewalks or parking lots, golf course fairways and bunkers, tanks, trenches, pits and vaults.
Case IH recently expanded personnel in the field to further support customers and Case IH dealers. Eleven new livestock specialists located across North America provide customer service and insight to producers, as well as dealer training and education to make sure everyone has the most up-to-date information to efficiently operate Case IH equipment.
The patented PortaPump Jr. is designed to work with many brands including Husqvarna, Toro, STIHL, ECHO, Ryobi, Troy Bilt, Craftsman and more.
Try out the Right Red Tractor tool at www.caseih.com/ RightRedTractor. ____________________________________
This submersible pump attachment sells for $199 and offers extra value for existing string trimmer or brush cutting equipment. A commercial duty pump is also available. For more information on the versatile PortaPump Jr call 800-786-7249 or visit www.pumpbiz.com. ____________________________________
PumpBiz Introduces the PortaPump Jr. The PortaPump Jr. is designed to attach to a split shaft string trimmer or brush cutter. Users receive all of the benefits of a submersible pump at a lower cost than investing in an entire pump with a motor. The PortaPump Jr. simply snaps into place and is powered by a trimmer with a 30cc engine or larger. The one-person pump can handle water or other liquids, pumping up to 30 gallons per minute or 1,800 gallons in an hour. The pump attachment is manufactured with heavy duty aluminum. This submersible pump includes a 1-1/2” hose barb and a suction strainer. The output easily attaches to a standard garden hose, with no tools or adapters required. No priming or suction hose is needed and no electricity is required. Users do not have to worry about extensions cords reaching the work area.
Brandt Launches New EZSwing Hopper Mover Brandt is proud to announce the new Brandt EZSwing Hopper Mover, now available on all Brandt Swing Away Augers. Unveiled at the 2014 National Farm Machinery Show in February, the Brandt EZSwing Hopper Mover is the new benchmark in hopper mover technology.
Hydroswing® Door Leasing Now Available with No Money Down Machinery and equipment expense typically represents a major cost in agricultural so Hydroswing® has created a way for farm owners to obtain the door they need at a price they can afford. With this new leasing program, for only $49.99 per week and zero down, Hydroswing® will deliver your door. “We wanted to come up with a way that farmers could easily build out a new structure or change out their obsolete door system and enjoy the efficiency and advanced technology of a Hydroswing® door,” say Marshal Parker, owner and founder of Hydroswing®. “We realized that leasing was the answer. This will change everything for farmers who want to conserve cash, get an immediate write-off of dollars spent on the door and have the opportunity to eliminate or minimize shipping and install costs."
The EZSWING system is built around a heavy-duty power module that is designed to handle tough conditions. It has a durable built in keypad so you can operate it without the remote and a safety system that alerts others when the system is in use. The twin drive system improves efficiency and reliability by maintaining constant traction and reducing scrubbing. Two independent, high torque motors directly power hopper mounted drive wheels for maximum leverage, traction and stability. The EZSWING system features a long range remote easily synchronized with the push of a button. The intuitive controls allow easy operation from the seat of the cab. With the available integrated full bin alarm you’ll never have to worry about overfilling a bin again. When triggered, the adjustable sensor wirelessly communicates with the EZSWING module and informs the operator through a siren and vibrating remote. Brandt Agricultural Products Ltd. engineers and manufactures a complete line of grain handling equipment including grain augers, grain belt conveyors, grain carts, grain vacs, grain bag loaders, and grain bag unloaders as well as heavy harrows. For information on the EZSwing Hopper Mover and other Brandt products, please visit www.brandt.ca.
Hydroswing® Leasing is a game changer for industry. Hydroswing® has over 7,000 doors in use and is being manufactured in ISO 9001 approved manufacturing plants worldwide. The Hydroswing® easily retro fits to replace the bi-fold, bottom rolling, top hung, sectional or sliding doors, and is ideal for new builds, steel, post and frame, stick or block structure. For more information visit www.hydroswingleasing. com or www.hydroswing.com.
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Benefits of a Burchland GSX Drive Over Hopper
East Lake Energy Offers Efficient Heating Options
Burchland introduced the Drive Over Hopper in July 2009. The GSX Drive Over Hopper is designed to save farmers’ time during harvest. This equipment speeds up the unloading of grain trucks at bin locations.
East Lake Energy began as a family business in 2009. The company manufactures insulated pipes and sells pipe, pellet stoves, heat exchangers, boilers, thermal solar systems and hanging heaters to both wholesale and retail markets. East Lake Energy also has fittings, parts and pumps for outdoor wood boilers and in-floor heating systems.
Without a drive over feature, a hopper bottom truck takes longer to dump. A shuttle auger or swing hopper must be pushed under the truck. The GSX reduces this time, every time. The Burchland Drive Over can be used with trailers that do not have higher agricultural style hoppers because the equipment is built lower than regular swing hoppers. The deck is 7 3/8” in height. Ramps are 60 inches in length, providing a gentle slope.
The company still operates as a family business and now manufactures insulated Pex for underground use. East Lake Energy sells the insulated Pex and Pex fittings to dealers and the general public. With the large increase in propane prices, alternative heating systems are becoming more attractive. Outdoor wood boilers are particularly popular in rural settings.
The GSX has a 48 inch long opening allowing operators to fully open the hopper doors with the need to reposition the truck. When dumping is complete there is no need to swing or roll hoppers out of the way, simply drive away.
The Driver Over provides an extended platform allowing operators an easy, safe area for stepping across the hopper during the unloading process. This feature helps operators save time by reducing the steps needed every time dumping is performed.
Check out the equipment at www.burchlandag.com.
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Tarping and Containment Systems from SHUR-CO Shur-Co® offers a full line of SMARTrailer™ accessories. Items include the 4500 Series HD electric tarp, LiteALL™ LED work light, ProTrap® electric hopper door opener and SMART2™ remote. The SMART2™ remote was introduced in 2012. Products in the SMARTrailer™ line are designed to increase productivity. These items decrease the labor and time that is required for both unloading and loading grain and other products. Operations become easier, faster and safer.
The LiteALL™ wireless LED work light provides strong flood lighting and features a hinged mounting bracket for multiple positioning. A Solar Power Pack is available that can be used for powering the LiteAll and tarping systems, adding additional benefits to the product group.
Maintenance requirements and expenses are reduced with the auger design compared to conveyor belt styles. GSX Series Grain Shuttles come in two different sizes. Both are available with electric or hydraulic motors. Custom options and sizes are also available.
For more information on the Drive Over Hopper and other Burchland products call 641-498-2063.
All of East Lake Energy’s products are backed by warranties and the company is proud to provide quality parts at very economical prices. For more information call 800-231-5164 or visit Eastlakeenergy.com. ____________________________________
The 4500 Series HD electric roll tarp uses a strong American-made motor on a pivoting motor mount. The pivoting action allows for alignment changes in the roll tube while preventing stress damage to the arms and motor. The arms are engineered for heavy-duty use and are covered by a lifetime warranty.
Many features are included that set the Burchland GSX apart from other hoppers. Spring assisted ramps allow for one person set-up and transport. The Drive Over Hopper can easily be towed behind a pickup or tractor.
60” ramps create a gentle slope that any truck can climb. Spring loaded ramps are easy to lift.
and workshops. These systems offer a warm surface for walking while radiating heat into the room.
Insulated pipe is available in three types; Non/O2/Pex, O2/Pex and Pex/AL/Pex. The Non/O2 Pex is for use in non-pressurized boiler systems. Pex/Al/Pex provides an oxygen barrier and larger I.D. for greater flow. The insulation is closed cell polypropylene encased in micro foil. Sleeving is heavy-duty 4 inch corrugated plastic drain pipe. This insulated piping loses less than one degree per 100 feet, running from the boiler to the house. The extra efficiency means that less wood is consumed and boilers can have longer burn durations. Solar thermal systems can be connected to outdoor boilers to increase the output. During the summer, this can supply the hot water needed for a home. In-floor radiant heat systems provide greater comfort for homes
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The ProTrap® electric hopper door opener slides doors open and closes them while the operator is able to stay back and out of the way of any dust. The opener is manufactured with all-metal housing and gears designed to handle hard stopping. The motor features high-efficiency planetary gears and a circuit breaker located at the battery provides additional protection. The SMARTwire™ harness system is sealed to protect against corrosion, and the harness allows for fast installation with plug-and-play set up. SMART2™ remote gives digital feedback and allows for specific positioning of the traps and tarp. Tarps can be set to automatically stop before hitting the stops, reducing wear and tear on the system. In addition, the SMART2™ remote can operate up to 100 devices at a distance of over 100 feet. For more information call 800-474-8756 or visit www.shurco.com.
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White Planters Shares Tips for Using Plant Emergence for Planter Evaluation The perfect time for farmers to judge whether or not their planters performed up to expectations is when farmers evaluate young plants at emergence. Driven by pressure from higher costs, farmers expect more return than ever on their investment in seed. A consistently accurate planter plays a vital role in farmers' ability to see their return become a reality. "Farmers only get 30 to 40 opportunities to plant in their entire career," said Mark Hanna, extension agricultural engineer with Iowa State University. Farmers can benefit from taking a step back and evaluating how effective their planting was to make changes for next year. Plant emergence can reveal poor planter performance in several ways, including:
Skips and Doubles Skips and doubles in fields hurt farmers' expected yield by causing two plants to share vital resources or leave precious field space un-utilized. A skip indicates an empty space in a row where a seed either was not planted or did not grow. Although there can be many causes for a seed skip, the most likely cause is a problem with the planter, meaning a seed failed to drop where the farmer calibrated a drop. Often, skips and doubles are caused by a planter that interrupts and inefficiently moves seed from hopper to placement. This can be caused by improper pickup of the seed from the hopper, interruptions in the vacuum system responsible for
holding the seed, or ricocheting inside the seed tube before the seed reaches the ground. If the planter fails once, it will likely fail again in another location, causing a gap in the expected amount of plant growth versus actual. A skip in one part of the field can result in a double planting in another location. When a double happens, two plants have to share water, sunlight and space rationed for one plant. If you have doubles, two plants compete for the same nutrients, said Randy Peterson, AGCO product specialist for White Planters. If you notice a couple skips or doubles here and there, multiply that over your whole field, and you're talking about real money. You'll have wasted seed and reduced yield.
Inconsistent Emergence Plant emergence over a wide range of days hurts the entire farming cycle. When some plants grow at a faster rate than others, the tallest plants shade the shortest plants, hurting plant development. Even if the plants that emerged at a later date than others do grow to fruition, they are more likely to have varying moisture content, thus shifting the harvesting schedule and costing the farmer time and money. Timing of emergence is dependent on accuracy of the planter depth indicator through the entire depth range, proper formation of a seed trench and proper closing of the trench. Any inaccuracy or inconsistency will cause variation in the timing of plant emergence.
Uneven Spacing Unevenly spaced plants cause imbalanced distribution of sun and water. Just as doubles cause plants to fight
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Rough Openings, Inconsistent Seed Trench Depth Even before emergence, rough openings and inconsistent seed trench depth can put planter ineffectiveness on display. Inconsistent seed trenches affect plant spacing and depth and will ultimately result in inaccurate planting. You need to have a good seed trench for planting to go well, Peterson said. It's the foundation for the seed to drop into, and it needs to be perfect. It should look like a wall, so the seed has room to be positioned correctly before the soil moves in around it. Offset opener discs create uneven wear, causing additional maintenance intervals and a seed trench that may require positioning the gauge wheels trailing the point of seed delivery allowing for inconsistent depth of seed placement. The most important evaluation to make about emergence is unified timing, Hanna said. Equal emergence and plant spacing provides plants that grow at the same rate, gather sunlight, nutrients and moisture equally and pollinate at the same time for higher yields. This is an ideal time of year to get out and read your field and your planter's report cards.
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What Dreams Are Made Of, and Where They Come True The story of California Chrome has unfolded right before our very eyes, like that of a fairy tale or a fable of treasured memories! Not unlike that of the dreams that have come true as a result of our involvement in the county fair. Yours may have been a purple ribbon that opened new doors of opportunity or a latent talent that was burning a hole in your heart. Without that stage of opportunity to showcase your wares, you may have never become the person you are today. For many of us the county fair is the foundation of our very being. Uninhibited by the flare and glare of the forbidden stages reserved for the privileged few, your county fair welcomes you with unconditional open arms. Furthermore it supports you with family, friends, and neighbors that have been cheering you on ever since you can remember. It’s that kind of comfort level that propels you to higher levels of achievement. The county fair is all about 4-H, and 4-H is all about achievement, much like that of horse racing, where achievement is measured by who comes across the finish line first. That’s where California Chrome enters the picture. A horse of so much charm, beauty and speed is as unlikely as that of a county fair producing such a champion. And like that of most county fair achievements, the horse is of modest means and even less expectations. Such was my personal experience some sixty-plus years ago at the Burke county fair located at Flaxton, ND. There was this beautiful horse, almost the prototype of California Chrome — chestnut with four white socks and a blaze face. She was a stablemate to a string of racehorses that seemed to have shown up out of nowhere. These horses looked prettier and faster than the locals, and she stood out as being the most special of them all. Her name was Salome Straw. Not a name of significance, at least not to me. But her appearance set her apart from all the other horses. I told my Dad that someday I would like to have a horse like her, not thinking that anything would ever come of it. But as the fair came to a close it was apparent that this new stable of horses didn’t live up to their billing, as they hadn’t won enough to earn enough money to even get out of town. Being the horse trader that my Dad was, he was Johnny-On-The-Spot. He offered the owner of Salome Straw enough money to fund his exit trip out of town. Gas money wasn’t so much back then, so she was a real bargain.
Assuming that Dad was going to load her up and haul her back to the farm, I couldn’t wait to leave the fairgrounds, and get home to spend some time with my new horse. But it didn’t happen that way. He saddled her up, threw me up on her and said, “She’s yours, son–ride ‘er home.” Though it was only a couple of miles, it was the longest ride of my life, as she was fresh off the race track — with more get up and go than I could possibly handle. She fought me every step of the way, but I knew I couldn’t give up, exhausted or not. It was like my rite of passage to earn the rights to such a special horse. As we grew older and stronger together, we became a force to reckon with at our county fair and elsewhere. She was a real crowd-pleaser, liked to show-off and look like a winner, even if she didn’t always end-up in the winner’s circle. She was my lady, or at least everything I thought a lady should be—beautiful and performing at a high level. Thus she was known as 'lady' for all those years of enjoyment we shared together. It was much like that of California Chrome, except the playing field was entirely different. We never got far beyond the county fairgrounds, nothing comparable to that of the Kentucky Derby, or the big bucks, but in her own special way— for a 9-10 year old boy, she was bigger than life, the most coveted aspiration of the county fair. Nine grand champion steers and a bucket load of treasured memories couldn’t compare. But like that of California Chrome there were no grandiose expectations of greatness, for this was just local county fair kind of stuff. Both were cheap horses by racehorse standards. After all, how much can you expect from an $8,000.00 mare bred to an inexpensive stallion or a horse purchased for just 'gas money'. But both delivered; each in their own way. One a champion of champions and the other a dream come true for a lifetime of memories.
have youngsters learn about agriculture, forestry, conservation, and home economics, it soon became so much more.
Today 4-H is more about leadership and the positive development of individual lives. Though it was the intent of congress that youth would learn by participating in various activities, it soon evolved from that of just participation to that of winning and losing. 4-H was built on competitiveness, and it is the light of he or she who has the most stars that shines the brightest. It is on this very principle that 4-H can point with pride to an unending Parade of Champions. May 4-H continue to grow in the tradition for which it has lasted all these many years? The 4-H (head-heart-hands and health) remain to this day, to be the cornerstones of the greatest youth organization on the face of the earth. I speak from experience when I express the accolades of 4-H, as it is with the greatest sense of humility that I credit 4-H for any and all the successes I’ve enjoyed in life. Though I’ve experienced my share of failure it is the experiences of my 4-H days that gave me direction in life, became the foundation of my vocation, and taught me to always be competitive — to strive to be the best, without always being the winner. Though always being the winner seems to be the unimaginable direction of fate for California Chrome, it may never happen again under such similar circumstances. Winning the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness was a nationally achieved super achievement, but the Belmont proved to be too much. And it will be too much for any horse unless the playing field is of equal terms and conditions, otherwise the Triple Crown can be compared to a free for all at the county fair. But, remember, it’s not about the winning or losing. It’s all about the dreams, dreaming it could happen. Why else would you buy a cheap racehorse, be it California Chrome or Salome Straw. And why dream at all if there aren’t playing fields like county fairs, small enough to be inclusive of all who dare to dream. That’s what 4-H and county fairs have to offer. The best horse doesn’t always win.
Dreams do come true — more so at county fairs than any other place on the face of the earth. The magic of county fairs has come to be 4-H. It has become the heart and soul of most county fairs. Started in rural America in the early 1900’s as part of a drive by congress to
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Walinga Ultra-Veyor Push Systems are ideal for transferring product from dryer to storage. Ranging from 500 bu/hr to over 2000 bu/hr.
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Walinga Grain-Cleaner Great for removing bees wings & fines after drying product. 1 or 3 phase. Helps prevent hot spots!
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or 320-847-3674
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Aggregate conveyors, grain conveyors, material handling conveyors, reclaim tunnel conveyors or custom conveyors... we can build them all. Welcome to SWIFT MANUFACTURING, INC. – a quality manufacturer located in West Central Minnesota.
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SERIES 380 ELEVATOR The Series 380 Chain & Paddle Elevator is ideal for moving bales and corn.
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LED
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We have developed and field tested our DOUBLE PUMPING COMPRESSOR consisting of 2-Firestone and/or Goodyear Air Shocks ( Bellows ).
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This compressor will pump twice as much air as our Single — our DOUBLE PUMPING COMPRESSOR pumps air on both the forward and back stroke.
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The Boss 1 handles mid sized bales up to 8 feet long. The unique loader-mount deign means you can raise the Boss 1 above gates and pens giving you greater control of where the bale ends up. The versatility of a loader mounted unit makes operating it easier and more comfortable. Because the Boss 1 is upfront, loading bales is quick and simple just Scoop N’ Go. Contact Tubeline to find out how the Bale Boss 1 can help you process bales efficiently.
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The Boss 2 is fully adjustable to fit 3’x3’, 3’x4’, and 4’x4’ bales up to 9 feet long. The adjustable distribution chute allows the same machine to bed livestock with bales of straw then feed into bunkers or windrows with only a quick adjustment. The Boss 2 can be equipped with optional cutting knives to provide a finer and more consistent spread. Contact Tubeline to find out how the Bale Boss 2 can put all your hard work behind you.
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Equipped with robust apron chains that carry the load to hungry vertical beaters, Nitro Spreaders offer a wide range of capacities, ensuring that you maximize each trip reducing your time in the field. Contact you local dealer and find out why the Nitro Spreader and our Limited Lifetime Apron Chain Warranty is right for you.
Custom built portable PTO power carts up to 225 horsepower
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Auger Jogger Work Smarter Not Harder.
Made in the USA
A WAY TO INCREASE THE EFFICIENCY OF YOUR DAIRY OPERATION “WE’RE BEHIND THEM ALL THE WAY” Retractable design for efficient reloading of holding area. Positive chain drive system to reduce slippage. Provides a consistent flow of cows into parlor. The gate firmly, but gently, guides the cows from the holding area into the parlor.
A gradual movement coaxes the cows without the use of an alarming electric shocker.
•The Auger Jogger remotely swings auger within a 100 foot range.
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ROTARY PHASE CONVERTER
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Round Bale Feeder
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Mimics grazing, aids digestive health, controls gluttony, eiminates waste. Works with both square & round bales.
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t Keeping the Family Farm in the Family Michael Baron is the owner of Great Plains Diversified Services, Inc. and is a regular contributor to the "Farm And Livestock Directory". Involved in farm estate planning for more than thirty years, Michael Baron is well-versed in farm income taxation, estate taxation, retirement planning, transition planning, oil and gas estate issues, and all other issues facing the family farm, including family dynamics. Presented in a comprehensive, down-to-earth 'question and answer" format, the topics addressed in this column talk about the many aspects of estate planning – and how to 'Keep the Family Farm in the Family'.
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Why Use a Commercial Trustee? For a personal trustee, beneficiaries are left to sue the
Dear Michael:
trustee (their brother, sister, etc.) and hold them personally responsible for any losses to the trust. I've run across
Reading your column posted on May 19, 2014 in the Country Lifestyle section at www.farmandlivestockdirectory.com titled I’m Gonna Make Him an Offer He Can’t Refuse, you stated a commercial trustee may be a better option for handling our land and mineral assets than having one of our children handle it.
many situations where beneficiaries have come to me to see how they can recoup losses incurred by their sibling and when I tell them they'll have to personally sue them, best case scenario, or bring in the officials and they could be arrested and charged, many beneficiaries don't see this as a win situation. Most people tell me, "Well, the reason they mismanaged or took part of the money is they had money problems
Why do you feel this way?
themselves. If I went after them in court, it'd be like get-
~ Trust My Family
ting blood out of a turnip. Why put him or her in jail over this when I'll never see a dime?"
Dear Trust My Family: I understand how many people feel about their families. But families are not a static unit as time goes by. People are added and subtracted – due to births, deaths, divorces, etc. If you have an asset of considerable value that you believe should be held onto – whether that's land, or minerals, or the right to income from either – regardless of any circumstances in the future – that the long-term value of the income will always offset any purchase price offered – then you need to lock it up somewhere where human emotion is taken out of the equation – this would be an irrevocable trust with a commercial trustee. Or, if you feel the value of the accumulated income or asset value may sometime put the person in charge of these funds or asset value may place them in a compromising situation in the future, then use someone who follows your instructions to the letter as to what you want to see happen.
In the case of a commercial trustee, if the assets are mis-
accountability in these trusts – in most cases. The rare
managed or mishandled, the bank is bonded against
case where this wouldn't be is if you experience some
such occurrences and, yes, they will have the deep pock-
type of dementia or physical disability that limits you
ets between the bonding and their own net value to make
from being able to care whether or not there is oversight
up any losses. Hence the reason for the major oversight
and accountability.
by the bank itself over it's own trust department.
However, again, upon your death, the biggest complaint
If you feel the assets will go to your children upon your
I hear from beneficiaries of trusts is, "I don't know what's
death, then maybe the personal trustee is the way to go.
happening with the trust. My (brother – sister) runs the
If you want the asset and/or the income thereof to go on
trust and just sends checks out. I don't know what's com-
for two or more generations, then perhaps a hard look at
ing in and I don't know what's going out and I don't
commercial trusts is the way to go. For those people who
know if everything is as it should be. I ask and ask, but
say 'When I'm dead, it doesn't really matter' then maybe
they refuse to send out any information".
you don't need a trust at all.
Again, if you mandate that each beneficiary of your trust is to receive a statement (annual, quarterly, monthly) from your commercial trust, they will receive their statements – including any and all information you decide they disclose. This not only happens with the current beneficiaries, it
For example, many people have mineral trusts and these trusts merely hold the mineral and all of the income is disbursed from this trust. This protects the mineral value from inclusion for estate taxes upon your death (less any Unified Credit lost for gifting to the trust originally). It also provides a vessel to accumulate and distribute these funds.
As long as you are alive, there is oversight and there is
happens with all subsequent beneficiaries. Your commercial trust is run by bank appointed trustees. If the trustee becomes injured, or retires, or dies, they have another person to step up and do the job you entrusted them to do – because they are bound by law to follow those instructions. What happens if they don't follow these instructions?
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FARM and RANCH LIFE By Dr. Michael R. Rosmann Dr. Michael R. Rosmann brings the perspective of a farmer in “Farm And Ranch Life”. Dr. Rosmann grew up on a mixed grain and livestock farm in Western Iowa where he experienced enjoyable hard work and 4-H, and witnessed the stresses that accompany farming and farm life. Dr. Rosmann developed the first mental health response in Iowa to the Farm Crisis of the 1980s. In 2001, Dr. Rosmann, along with partners in seven states, founded the nonprofit network, AgriWellness Inc. AgriWellness conducted research and provided counseling services to farm people. It became clearer that a specialized field – agricultural behavioral health – was needed to respond to the unique problems experienced by farmers, ranchers and others involved in agriculture.
Email Dr. Rosmann at mike@agriwellness.org, or visit his website at www.agbehavioralhealth.com. You can call him at his office in Harlan, Iowa at 712-235-6100.
Finding Counselors Who Understand Agriculture A common question “Farm and Ranch Life” readers ask me is who they can consult for assistance with personal, family and behavioral health problems. Finding behavioral health professionals who understand agriculture is difficult. There is no directory of agricultural behavioral health professionals. Ask your doctor or local mental health clinics for recommendations.
warmth, according to University of Calgary psychologists and researchers, Robert Carkhuff and Roger Truax. These are necessary, but insufficient characteristics.
Only six states have farmer-friendly telephone helplines and fewer have websites that are available to help agricultural and rural residents find the assistance they want:
Research now shows that a high psychological skill level and knowledge of the cultural background of the client are also critical. Counselors must be familiar with the way of life of the persons they serve in order to be effective.
• Iowa Concern Hotline, 800-447-1985, www.extension.iastate.edu/iowaconcern • Nebraska Rural Response Hotline, 800-464-0258, www.interchurchministries.org/ruralresponse.html • New York FarmNet, 800-547-3276, www.newyorkfarmlink.org • South Dakota Rural Helpline, 800-664-1349, no website • Vermont Farm First, 877-493-6216, www.investeap.org; enter the password: dairy • Wisconsin Farm Center, 800-942-2474, no website Agriculture has two components: “agri” and “culture,” said the Leftenant Governor of Saskatchewan at a meeting I attended in Regina some years ago. She was the official representative of the British monarchy in the province, hence the term “Leftenant Governor,” and also a psychologist. In order to be effective in counseling farmers and ranchers,” she said, “counselours must understand the culture of people who raise food, and agricology (mainly a British term that refers to the study of agriculture), and the culture part is more important.” The concept stuck with me. It led me to suggest the need to train professionals in agricultural behavioral health, if they work with this population. The precise profession of the behavioral healthcare provider whom agricultural people select is less important than the provider’s credibility as someone who understands the lifestyle and travails experienced by agricultural producers. Characteristics of effective counselors include positive empathy for the client, along with genuineness and A12
Farm and ranch people should ask potential providers if they understand agricultural issues and activities, because these matters are usually integrated into the problems for which they are seeking help. Is the provider’s profession important? It can be. They have different training, skills and approaches to giving care. Psychiatrists and other physicians such as family doctors and pediatricians, as well as advanced registered nurse practitioners (ARNPs) and physician assistants (PAs), are trained in medicine, but to different levels. All are usually licensed to prescribe medications, but in some states ARNPs and PAs must work under physician supervision. Psychiatrists are medical or osteopathic doctors who have completed a four-year residency in psychiatry beyond their MD or DO degree. ARNPs and PAs usually have completed a two year program leading to a master’s degree, but the terminal degree of nurse practitioners is moving toward a four-year Doctor of Nursing Practice. A medical approach to behavioral healthcare usually involves medications to restore maladjusted behavior to wellness, but verbal counseling to manage behavior is also recognized as important. Medical practitioners generally spend less time with patients than trained counselors spend with patients and they typically have less training in psychological and social assessment and behavior intervention techniques. The counseling professions include social work, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, substance abuse counseling, pastoral counseling and psychology. Social workers’ training is at the bachelor, master or doctoral level in case work, administration or counseling and their work varies accordingly; only master or
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Instead of Giving Up Clutter Clearing, “Just Keep Swimming” Summer can be hectic. Summer can run long and hot. In the Disney movie Finding Nemo there is a little fish named Dory with a short-term memory problem. Can anyone else out there relate? I don’t want to say how often I walk into a room and then forget why I am there! To stay calm and to keep going in spite of the forgetfulness that sometimes makes the world a very frightening place, Dory regularly chants, "Just keep swimming. Just keep swimming. Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming." Dory is absolutely right. When long summer days still don’t seem to offer enough time, I think of Dory and many of us who want to be more like her. Is your clutter weighing you down? Though it would be nice to be naturally slender, talented, or well organized, that isn't the real answer. The real solution to life's frustrations isn't a solution. It is a process and it requires only one thing--persistence. Dory is persistent. Persistence is an underrated but much needed quality these days. I often seem to be working on body clutter, especially before and during swimsuit season. The first few pounds come off pretty easily, but then it becomes more and more difficult. In fact, there have been some weeks when I have gained weight rather than lost it. When that happens, I become frustrated which simply leads to more emotional eating (substitute consumption if you're thinking clutter here). When I haven't been successful, I just want to quit. Then it hits me, the
point to getting rid of weight or clutter, isn't to "be the best," it is simply to just do it. "Just keep swimming. Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming." I won't be able to say I lost a lot of body clutter in record time this spring and summer. In fact, I am behind schedule and my original goal may not be realistic, but that isn't the point. To achieve success, I simply stick with it. I can work on being persistent. I can keep recommitting. The same thought applies to household clutter. We don't have to make our homes perfect in a weekend. Most of us probably couldn't do that anyway. What we can do is to recognize that clutter clearing is a process and that things will improve if we simply continue to stick with it when we can little by little. One book that helps me to stay on task in many areas of my life is Rick Warren's New York Times bestseller The Purpose Driven Life–What On Earth Am I Here For? (Zondervan, 2007). Warren's Christian book
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Cutting Cooling Costs The full brunt of summer is once more upon us. Out here in the ‘hinterlands’ where I live, the heat in the Badlands is scorching for days on end. There aren’t many places to escape from the heat so the cattle seek the coolness of the cedar breaks and creeks whenever possible along with the other wild critters such as deer, turkeys, rabbits, etc. The old timer’s used to call it ‘shading up’ during the heat of the day and then every moving thing comes out towards evening to feed, munching on gardens and yards if possible! For us humans, it’s a different story. Thankfully, we have many advantages over those who homesteaded here in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. No electricity, running water, insulated houses, etc. As a child I lived in a home with no air conditioning–not even a fan for many years and we learned how to cope. Work was done early in the mornings and late in the afternoons when it cooled down some. We had a basement and the kids in the family plus a lot of neighbor kids spent the hot afternoons resting on old blankets on the cool cement floor. Some took naps, some read or played a game and when it cooled off outside, we went back to work mowing weeds, working in gardens and flowerbeds. Some did their house painting or other repairs early and late. It was called ‘adjusting’. We’ve gotten so spoiled over the last 40 years or so with all of the ‘doodads’ and gadgets that we all take pretty much for granted. Running water in the house along with the indoor plumbing, air conditioning, big box fans, instant hot water, electric stoves and microwaves, automatic washers and dryers, computers, ‘smart’ cell phones, iPads, GPS in the vehicles–luxuries not to be thought of just a little over 100 years ago. My biggest concern is that all of this is going to come to a screeching halt when the electric bills go through the roof, become impossible to keep paid up. Folks won’t really know how to cope; conservation will be the ‘name of the game’. The production of cool air for our homes takes a good chunk of the yearly utility bill, and for some, cooling costs more than heating for the winter so it only makes ‘cents’ to get the maximum use from every bit of energy we use. One can save a good bit of money by taking advantage of natural cooling in the evenings by opening windows and doors, shutting things up before bedtime and then pulling shades or draperies early in the morning to keep the cool air in and the heat out as long as possible.
recommended. Sometimes, you can wash the big filters really well with a garden hose and get another year’s use from each filter. If you have a window unit or are planning to purchase one, try to situate it on the north side of the house so it doesn’t have to work so hard. It is recommended that you only set the thermostat to just 20 degrees cooler than the outside temperature, and then use a box fan to move the air around the rooms. We have an attic fan and it really helps keep the hot air out of the upper part of the house. It comes on at 98 degrees and keeps that super-heated air out of the attic. We’ve also installed ceiling fans in the bedrooms to move the cooler air around during the night. To save even more money, I do my laundry at night. The electric rates are usually cheaper during the ‘off hours’ when the peak demand is not so severe. I hang my clothes out at night and they are always dry by early morning (and I avoid the bird droppings because the birds are sleeping at night and don’t ‘bomb’ the clothes if I get out early enough!) Teach the children to turn off the lights when they leave a room or even install timers on closet switches, storage shed and garage lights to save a few dollars. It does add up over time and the savings you have achieved at the end of the summer will more than surprise you. Cutting your energy bills isn’t all that difficult if a bit of common sense is used. If the kids don’t do their part, you can do what one subscriber did: Her son was continually leaving lights on, doors open with the air conditioner running so she made him pay the light bill for just one month from his summer’s wages. It took most of the paycheck to pay just one light bill and she said, “Once was enough. He has become the king of energy savings!”
Home Made Bug Traps, Free Tomato Stakes, What to do With All Those Cucumbers and More! TREE BUG TRAPS In some garden centers there are these little gadgets called ‘sticky traps’. They are specific to certain kinds of bug that feed on fruit trees and certain garden plants, especially the blossoms. A reader wrote to cut some yellow plastic into strips, coat them with plain petroleum jelly and then hang the strips in the fruit trees to attract the critters. I was pretty skeptical so I cut some strips from an old yellow oil jug, spread on the petroleum jelly and hung them from the branches with some pieces of twine I ran through holes punched in one end. It worked! There is some kind of moth that lays eggs on the developing fruit and the worms eat holes in the apples. Not any more–those yellow chunks of plastic work wonders and are almost free.
STINKY SNEAKERS Smelly sneakers (tennis shoes) can be deodorized by simply inserting a used dryer sheet in each shoe overnight. (Tip submitted by BT, MT)
PET HAIR REMOVER If the household cat or dog leaves hair on your good furniture, simply rub over the area with a used dryer sheet. It will attract the hair so it can be more easily removed. (Tip submitted by LW, SD)
WEED FREE GARDEN PATHS If you lay down a few sheets of thick cardboard where your garden paths need to be and then cover that with some old hay or compost, the weeds can’t grow through the cardboard and the paths are fairly weed-free all summer. Sometimes it takes a couple of years for the cardboard to completely decompose back into the soil. (Tip submitted by MN, WY) (Pennywise says: I have used old newspapers with
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I use old dead branches off of my trees for my tomato stakes/cages. I just push the big end of the branches into the soil around the tomato plants and then tie around them with some narrow strips of polyester fabric. Some of it I’ve used for several years and it seems to be in pretty good shape yet! I will put one or two stakes by each plant and then add more if needed. I don’t see much sense in buying something when I already have something FREE that works just as well (it may not look quite as good as those fancy metal cages, but free is good!) (Tip submitted by AS, OR)
To make a steel wool scrubber for woodworking or metal sanding, stuff some steel wool in a chunk of old radiator hose or something on that order. The rubber keeps your hands from getting beat up and the steel wool can do its work. To replace it, just poke a drill bit or a piece of doweling in the end of the hose to clear out the old piece and then insert a new wad. (Tip submitted by MB, VA)
CUCUMBER CHIPS If the cucumber patch is producing overtime and you want to preserve them without pickling, try drying them. Just slice the cucumbers and dry the slices in your dehydrator at a fairly low temperature, about 110 – 118º until nice and crisp. They make a good snack for the kids and don’t need any additional salt as the natural salt in the vegetable comes out in the drying process. (Tip submitted by AC, WY)
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To seal a crack in a terra cotta planter/pot or even an old vase so you can use it to hold fresh flowers, simply melt some plain paraffin wax (found in the canning section of the supermarket) and paint it over the crack. I usually put on a few good coats so it stays a while. Let it get dry and then go ahead and use the container. The patch may last for several years. (Tip submitted by JC, SD)
If you have a really greasy job to tend to, try rubbing a little bit on your hands BEFORE you begin the work. The oil in the shaving cream keeps the crud from getting way down in the pores of your hands and staining them. (Tip submitted by GE, IA) ———————————————
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hat they don't realize yet is washing dishes is truly a blessing. In my case, it means that Mrs. V. Heddy Ake has not come to visit that day. She won't tell me what the 'V' stands for, but I am sure it is 'vicious'.
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When one is healthy, cleaning the kitchen seems burdensome. But to an bedridden invalid, it would be a blessing to be able to wash dishes. Washing dishes also means I probably have the luxury of time. My day is not so filled with other tasks or places to go that I can spend the time it takes to wash dishes. When there are lots of dirty dishes, it meant everyone was home for dinner. (What is not to like about spending time with your family?) And because we were able to prepare a meal and sit down and eat it indicates there were no major calamities facing us at that time. We have known days of serious affliction, and know assuredly, that someday trouble will assail us again. But for this day our world has a steadiness to it. Alice Morse Earle penned these words: "Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift, that's why it's called the present." Those are good words to remember.
Cooking and cleaning are routine responsibilities, often thought of as mundane. We might dream of the great things we could do if we weren't spending our time with a mop bucket and cleaning rags. (But isn't the most important work we do is taking care of our family?) Things can get out of whack in a hurry if we don't perform day-to-day chores. When the laundry doesn't get done, it's panic time when there are no clean towels or (gasp) underwear… We too often forget clean laundry is a blessing. Life situations can change in the twinkle of an eye. Maybe that's why Sunday comes once a week, or the sun rises each morning, and sets each day, just as a reminder to thank God for the blessings he has bestowed upon us. What if we woke up tomorrow morning with only the blessings we had thanked God for yesterday? There is something about gratitude that makes us enjoy the simple pleasures of life. "So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts until wisdom." Psalm 90:12. ___________________________________ Renae B. Vander Schaaf, freelance writer, lives on a real working farm in northwest Iowa, and authored a book titled "A Place Of Refuge". To Contact Renae B. Vander Schaaf, please email her at agripen@live.com.
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t livestock history
Paclamar Astronaut in his prime: one and a quarter tons of championship Holstein bull. As of January 20, 2014, his daughters are found in 12,009 dairy herds in the U.S., with an average annual per-cow production of 17,648 pounds of milk, 644 pounds of butterfat, and 566 pounds of protein.
Recalling the story of Paclamar Astronaut, the World-famous Holstein Bull Fifty years ago this year, on a warm, hazy June day in Maryland, nine dairy farmers pooled their limited resources and made international livestock history. Under the leadership of veteran Maryland dairyman, W.I. “Billy” King, a loose “syndicate” of producers agreed to attempt to purchase a homely Holstein bull calf, whose official registered name was Paclamar Astronaut, after the awakening space age. The knowledgeable dairy producers were well aware of the gangling calf’s mother, Harborcrest Rose Milly, a widely noted All-American cow with a sensational dairy record. Her maternal brother had recently sold for $10,000, and she had just been written up in the industry’s Holstein World magazine as one of the breed’s most outstanding cows. She was housed at prestigious 1,200-acre Paclamar Farms in Colorado, owner of one of the nation’s finest dairy herds. The magazine article included a note that she had recently given birth to a son. It just so happened that the national Holstein asA18
sociation convention was meeting that June, 1964 in Washington, D.C. Noted Maryland dairyman, auctioneer, and pedigree expert, Doty Remsburg, was tasked with arranging and managing a national cow sale to coincide with the convention. He chose the fairgrounds at nearby Gaithersburg, MD, home to the Montgomery County Fair, and well situated with excellent sale facilities. Billy King was charged with making selections for the sale. Conferring with fellow dairymen, including Marlin Hoff and Jack King, who had earlier helped judge Milly, he encouraged Paclamar Farms to send her five-month old bull calf to the national sale. He then had an idea – invite dairy colleagues to form a cooperative “syndicate” to purchase the bull calf for future stud service. It was thought that such an animal from a proven mother could bring up to $30,000. He suggested that potential syndicate
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members each contribute $3,000 toward such a purchase. That was a significant sum for dairy farmers in 1964. “That was about one month’s milk check for us, so we declined,” one dairy producer said. “I was just out of college, and couldn’t come up with that much money,” another one added. But Billy King persisted, and finally signed up nine dairy producers, all but one from Maryland, plus the Herman Gabbert family of White Plains Farm in South Carolina. Each finally agreed to provide up to $1,500. Hundreds of persons jammed the gaily decorated fairgrounds pavilion that June day. In came Astronaut. Dairy experts in attendance were appalled. The bull calf was frail, almost sickly. One veteran dairyman said that the gangly animal was “not exceptionally strong, which kept him from smoothing up.”
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Most commercial bull studs were present, as were prominent dairy producers and investors. They literally turned their backs, none offered a bid, including Curtiss Breeding Service, one of the nation’s largest bull studs, that had recently leased Astronaut’s sire.
herds in the U.S., with an average annual per-cow production of 17,648 pounds of milk, 644 pounds of butterfat, and 566 pounds of protein. (Photo courtesy of Holstein World.)
Lawson, finally directed. For some reason, A.H. Paul suddenly stopped bidding, and the auctioneer banged the gavel at $9,000. The Billy King syndicate had its bull calf, and each member was in for $1,000.
Curtiss began promoting “Milly’s bull,” son of the only 96-point (out of a possible 100 for excellent type classification) dairy cow with 1,000 pounds of butterfat in one year. As Milly went on to earn further All-American and All-Time All-American triumphs, more and more dairymen stepped up to buy her bull calf’s semen. They saw a unique genetic trend that combined the best style of his sire, Thonyma Ormsby Senator with the dairyness of his mother, Harborcrest Rose Milly. It wasn’t long before the “Astronaut pattern” began to fully emerge in international dairy breeding circles.
Astronaut was taken to the Lawson King family’s 1,000-acre farm near Gaithersburg, to be fed and cared-for until his future could be worked out. The syndicate began negotiating with leading bull studs, including Curtiss, who had turned down the opportunity to bid at the sale. Finally, Curtiss agreed to house Astronaut at their Cary, Illinois headquarters, and would collect and distribute the bull’s semen. A contract was signed, whereas Curtiss would determine the price of each ampule of semen to be sold, as well as the percentage of the profits to be sent to each syndicate member. The year-old Astronaut was sent to Illinois after more than six months in Maryland.
Word got around that Astronaut’s daughters “made milk like they invented it.” They exhibited a rare blend of strength and style and udder quality that would make Astronaut famous. By 1969, Astronaut became the youngest bull ever (five years old) to earn a Gold Medal through artificial insemination. Despite Curtiss’ reservations, they had leased probably the most outstanding dairy bull of his era. So famous was this once “ugly duckling,” that he made the front page of the Wall Street Journal, as well as both the AP and UPI wire services during the summer of 1976. He is the only Holstein ever to appear three times on the cover of Holstein World magazine.
Paclamar Astronaut in his prime: one and a quarter tons of championship Holstein bull. As of January 20, 2014, his daughters are found in 12,009 dairy
Back in Maryland and South Carolina, the dairymen members of the Astronaut syndicate regularly stopped by their rural mailboxes to pick up their
Billy King’s syndicate was in from the beginning, but bidding went slowly. Finally, Washington lawyer A.H. Paul, a fun-loving Holstein breeder, started bidding, walking around the ring to get the crowd’s attention. “Get the bull!” Billy King’s father,
monthly checks from Curtiss. One member admitted that his wife used a check to install a family swimming pool. Another made a down-payment on a larger farm. Still another put a large framed picture of Astronaut on his farmhouse kitchen wall to pay homage to the bull that became a welcome blessing to a small group of hard-pressed dairy producers. By the time of Astronaut’s death in December, 1978, the 2,670-pound bull had produced over $12 million worth of semen, produced more than 50,000 registered daughters (Astromates), greatly improved the bloodlines of the world’s Holstein dairy herds, and was reported to return an estimated $1,358,000 for each of his nine original investors from more than 108,000 calves produced through the Curtiss breeding program. His countless records and memories remain, and his daughters, granddaughters, and succeeding generations continue to make immense contributions to the world’s dairy industry. Holstein breeders gathered in western Maryland in March to recognize the 50 years since this remarkable animal came on the world’s dairy scene. Today, Astronaut’s full-size replica is prominently displayed in the King Barn Dairy MOOseum near Germantown, MD, just down the road from the site of one of his investor’s dairy farms. §
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