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“Go back a little to leap further.”
SEPTEMBER 2013
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‘06 Series’ by Russell Sonnenberg
For more information about Russell Sonnenberg, see biography on page A1 inside, or visit www.megsartworld.com to see more of his paintings.
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The Yesteryear Collection
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on the cover Russell Sonnenberg Russell Sonnenberg is the artist behind The Yesteryear Collection, a series of 45 tractor prints. His works have been very popular with tractor enthusiasts. What fascinates these collectors about Russell Sonnenberg art is his brilliant ability to capture the essence of nostalgia and bring it back to the viewers’ memory in vivid detail. “Oh I remember,” is a common phrase that people often use when admiring one of his pictures. Russell grew up in Kossuth County in Iowa about 26 miles northeast of Algona. He had been quoted as saying, “I grew up in the horse and buggy days.” He began painting as a child mainly due his Mother’s encouragement. Of course, his life on the farm heavily influenced his work a lot. In his younger days, he worked as a tractor mechanic at an Allis Chalmer dealership. His fascination with Allis Chalmers is evident in the number of paintings he has done of that specific brand. Over the past 42 years, he had painted various nostalgic country and farm scenes. At the suggestion of his lifelong wife Audrey, “paint what you know” he returned to painting tractors. Russell enjoys feeling close to nature and purposely puts a bur oak in the left side of his paintings. He has always felt that tree had its own character and enjoys using it as a trademark that makes his work distinguishable from all other artists. Russell never entered art competitions or painted for fame, as so many other modern day artists. He just wanted to paint something that would touch the hearts of tractor collectors and people who have those nostalgic fond memories of the farm life. People love to reflect back on the simpler times of the
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forties and fifties. With this in mind, and a great deal of research, Russell goes to work on each painting treating it as his newest masterpiece. A great deal of research goes into each painting to make sure that it is historically accurate. In order to pay very close attention to the mechanical detail of the various tractor models, he uses his camera to take photographs. Russell said, “I take a picture of this part and then that part, plus I make sure that I take the pictures at the angle I want so I can use them for reference. Also, I like to take photos at 2:00 in the afternoon because then the shadows aren’t weird and the sun isn’t as harsh as it is at noon. I also like to have owner’s manuals (as a reference).” Each painting requires about 150 hours of painting time, plus about 100 hours of research. He says each time he has timed himself, it comes up to be about the same for each painting. Russell has painted many different models trying to make sure that nobody gets left out. Many artists will focus on John Deere and International. Russell paints models of Allis Chalmers, Minneapolis Moline, Ford, Oliver, Massey-Harris, and Case to round out the strong blend of collectible tractors. Russell paints for the sheer enjoyment of the craft usually during the long winter months in the basement of his home in Forest City, Iowa. He does not paint in the summer as he is usually too busy with other activities. Each of his paintings has a unique story to tell. He will be releasing four new prints this summer. The stars of his paintings are, of course, the tractors. For more information or to view his works, contact his publisher, Meg’s Art World, either on the web at www.megsartworld.com or call toll free at 866-2836528 for a free brochure.
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t features Equipment & Product Standouts: Soil Sampling Tools from Little Beaver and Grease Joint Rejuvenator® ...........................4 Redesigned for Efficiency: AG PRO Blades..........................5 What’s New: The Latest in Ag Equipment & Products........6
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Grouser Increases Efficiencies and Productivity With Redesigned
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tractor blade manufacturer Grouser Products has redesigned its AG PRo series of dozer blades to increase efficiency, productivity and ease of use compared with other blades. they are ideal for nearly any material moving application, especially in farm or ranch operations. The redesigned AG PRO blades are compat-
otherwise required for fieldwork. Operators do
ible with a wide range of tractor brands. They
not have to disassemble and reassemble extra
can be quickly and easily mounted to the front
weight; they simply detach the blade and head
frames of 275- to 600-horsepower, 4-wheel,
for the field.
articulated tractors, with a simple, bolt-on undercarriage design that saves time both during initial installation and when operators need to
the parallel lift system maintains the ideal angle for dozing for precise control.
points that keep the blade parallel to the front
The AG PRO’s single-lever, quick attach sys-
as possible. This reduces weight transfer and
tem saves time and effort when hooking or un-
keeps the blade closer to the tractor for bet-
hooking the blade. The system is mounted at
ter control. The lift system also maintains the
the front of the tractor allowing one operator
ideal angle for dozing and gives the operator
to quickly and efficiently align the tractor to the
more precise control.
detach the blade, the operator simply unhooks the hydraulic hoses, pulls the lever behind the blade and backs away. Grouser redesigned the hydraulic hose connections at the front of the unit in one, easy-access configuration, mounting the hoses where the operator can quickly connect or disconnect the unit. For added durability, 760 and 770 models route the hoses through steel lines within the frame to ensure they are not dislodged by material buildup. Once the blade is attached, its 48-inch approximate lift height allows the operator to push tremendous amounts of material into steep piles, then easily lift the blade high enough to avoid back dragging that would otherwise remove material that was just added to the pile. The lift frame is also equipped with a frame
Grouser’s AG PRo series blades feature a quick attach system that saves operators time and effort when attaching and detaching blades.
system features top and bottom connection
switch from material handling to fieldwork.
blade, drive forward and lock it into place. To
the AG PRo series blades are available in widths from 12 to 20 feet and heights up to 72 inches.
The AG PRO blade’s exclusive parallel lift
guard, which reduces material buildup between the blade and tractor. The AG PRO blade’s undercarriage and lift frame are installed high underneath the tractor to provide tremendous ground clearance. This high ground clearance and the added weight of the undercarriage system eliminate
of the tractor, even when it is lifted as high
Grouser also offers optional top extensions and end plates. The blade extensions, which Grouser designed for simple bolt-on installation, take the AG PRO’s height from the standard 48 inches up to 72 inches. Coupled with the end plates, they increase carrying capacity without adding additional width and allow operators to push even more material in a single pass.
Additional standard features of the AG PRO series include reversible, double-bevel cutting edges and customized nameplates. Double-bevel cutting edges are the industry standard for bulldozers. Grouser edges are made of high-alloy, heat-treated boron steel, which provides excellent wear in high-abrasion applications. This, along with the ability to reverse the edge allows for many hours of trouble-free dozing. And to personalize its blades, the company provides customized nameplates for dealers or end users that mount directly to the blade. For more information call 800-747-6182 or visit www.grouser.com.
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Rugby Unveils New Eliminator LP Dump Body Design Rugby Manufacturing recently unveiled the newly redesigned line of Eliminator LP dump bodies to better meet distributor and customer needs. The Eliminator LP line is available in carbon steel, aluminum and stainless steel construction in 9’ and 11’ lengths with interchangeable parts. A 12’ model is available in carbon steel and aluminum. The steel model now features a seamless, one-piece 10 gauge steel floor for optimum strength and durability. A lower mounting height improves stability on all models, while a full 9-foot inside diameter allows for full sheets of plywood or other materials. All Rugby Eliminator LP models are available with fold-down sides and feature Rugby’s patented EZLATCH™ upper tailgate mechanism, which releases the tailgate quickly and keeps it more secure when closed. New features also include a front corner post, standardized cabshields throughout the line, understructure with installed wire harness loops and bolton tarp hooks.
New 8-Station QuadLink Kit Extends Battery Life Maintain and desulfates up to eight lead-acid batteries at a time. For individuals and families with a need to charge and maintain multiple 12-Volt lead-acid batteries, Xtreme Charge® by PulseTech Products Corporation recently introduced a kit allowing users to automatically maintain and desulfate up to eight batteries at a time. “This new kit offers the most effective method to maintain multiple batteries— something most commercial managers and collectors could use, not only to improve battery performance but to help the budget by greatly extending battery life, reducing the quantity of new battery purchases and cutting down on the number of batteries disposed of,” said Rick Miller, Vice-President of Sales for PulseTech Products, a company that has been maximizing battery performance while minimizing battery-related expenses for individuals, companies, fleets and military forces since 1994. The kit, according to Miller, is extremely easy to assemble and use. “Set up takes just a few minutes and this state-ofthe-art battery charger automatically knows what to do so you don’t have to be a battery expert to use it,” he said. “Unlike other smart chargers on the market, you don’t need to select the battery type or the proper charge rate for the battery to avoid the risk of unsafe or improper charging.”
The stainless steel Eliminator LP is corrosion-resistant and highly durable. Rugby aluminum Eliminator LP bodies weigh up to 50% less than traditional carbon steel and provide an exceptional strength to weight ratio, resulting in increased payload, improved fuel efficiency, and corrosion resistance. Rugby backs each of its dump bodies with a threeyear warranty. Rugby Manufacturing is the leading designer and manufacturer of Class 3–7 dump bodies, landscape bodies, platforms and related truck equipment and accessories. For more information call 701-776-5722 or visit www. rugbymfg.com.
Versatile Enters Track Market Versatile is introducing a brand new tractor for the North American market. The new Versatile DeltaTrack, a four-track machine with industry-leading technology, is the first track machine to carry the Versatile name. The Versatile DeltaTrack was designed to offer an integrated track solution. In conjunction with Camoplast, an industry-leading track manufacturer, Versatile engineers designed the DeltaTrack to be a dedicated track machine instead of simply adding track assemblies to an existing platform. Two track width options will be available, 30” and 36”. The integrated track undercarriage mounting system includes a reinforced connection to the tractor frame so that the frame absorbs load, reducing stress on the undercarriage and track components. The large onepiece cast drive sprocket features industry-leading drive bar engagement for better torque transfer and long life. 8.5” drive lugs are the largest in the industry and eliminate the chance of track slippage. The specially engineered wrap angle puts less stress on the track to enhance the longevity of the track. The idler wheels and midrollers are polyurethane coated and offer a significantly longer wear life when compared to rubber coated midrollers. The large idler wheels offer an excellent approach angle and a gradual wrap angle to minimize track stress and improve performance in soft or wet field conditions. The midrollers are positioned to provide a better ride and less shock transfer to the frame, cab and operator. The double-axis midroller system also offers better weight transfer and minimizes vibrations, providing a better ride over straight or angled obstacles.
This kit, added Miller, has the ability to not only maintain as many as eight individual batteries, but can also maintain up to four 24V commercial systems composed of two 12V batteries connected in series or 12V batteries in 36 and 48V series connected configurations. This versatile kit has both consumer and commercial applications allowing you to maintain multiple batteries at once saving you both time and money. Miller said a quick disconnect feature allows users to permanently attach lugs to the battery and easily switch between lugs and clamps. The status light column shows users when the unit power is on, pulsing and charging. The battery light column indicates the percentage of the battery’s state of charge – 25%, 50%, 75% or 100%. For more information visit www.pulsetech.net/8StationQuadLinkKit or call 800-580-7554.
The undercarriage and track system on the Versatile DeltaTrack has been designed to be reliable, durable and easy to service and maintain, reflecting Versatile design principles. The simple maintenance requirements of the track system are serviceable in-field. The tractor base platform includes a Cummins QSX
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15-liter engine that meets interim Tier 4 emissions standards and offers unbeatable power and torque without the requirement of additional fuels – no urea is required. The engine is coupled to a CAT® TA22 16-speed powershift transmission that has been designed for smooth shifting and industrial-strength durability. The power arrives at the track assembly through the proven Versatile outboard planetary axles that have been proven through decades of use. This final drive system can be serviced without the removal of the track system. Operation of the DeltaTrack is done comfortably in the largest cab in the agriculture industry offering unbeatable visibility. Available for early order now from Versatile dealers, the DeltaTrack will begin full production this fall in three horsepower sizes including 450, 500 and 550 horsepower. For more information visit www.versatile-ag.com. ____________________________________
THE BOSS Snowplow Launches Full Lineup of DXT Plows Dual-trip design combines tripedge and full moldboard trip technologies. Featuring a dual-trip design, THE BOSS Snowplow introduces new 8’2” and 9’2” Poly, Steel and Stainless Steel DXT Plows providing maximum plow and vehicle impact protection in a multi-position plow. These new plows join the 10’ Steel DXT offering a full range of tough, reliable V-Plows to tackle large amounts of snow from any angle with ease. “Road hazards and obstacles are a way of life for snow removal professionals,” said Mark Klossner, marketing director for THE BOSS Snowplow. “That’s why we created the DXT Plow. This innovation combines the best in trip-edge and full moldboard trip technologies to minimize damage to the plow when obstacles are encountered. The DXT is our latest example of how THE BOSS backs up its customers so they can worry less when on the job.”
Heavy-duty torsion springs provide maximum trip-edge performance and outstanding reliability and durability for years of hassle-free operation. To minimize blade twisting, the DXT features heavy-duty push frames and center sections. For ease of use, THE BOSS DXT family utilizes the SmartHitch®2 Attachment System.
per levels.
Additional features and benefits include a flare-wing design to throw snow higher and farther; a fully enclosed, weather-protected hydraulic system offering low maintenance operation in even the worst conditions; and wear-resistant curb guards and snow catcher.
Available in 10’ rigid through 40’ folding models, the redesigned Landoll grain drills also feature a myriad of small improvements, including new LED lights as standard equipment; new lid handles and lid cylinder brackets; a heavier transport lock bracket; larger wheel spindles and larger radial transport tires; rubber seals between the lid hinge and box, and lock valves on the hitch and opener cylinders for added safety and convenience.
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Redesigned Landoll 5000 Series Grain Drills Introduced Seed placement has become even more precise and accurate in the redesigned 5000 Series Grain Drills from Landoll. As the only grain drill in the industry with “All-Purpose Air Spring Opener Suspension,” the modified 5000 Series models now include an all-new fluted seed metering system for better seed singulation and improved population control. “We’ve gone to an externally fluted seed meter and, at the same time, literally doubled the number of flutes on each metering wheel,” explains Alan Gengler, Landoll product engineer for tillage and seeding equipment. “The seed meter opening is also wider, which allows the producer to control seed population through both opening size and speed. The other benefit is that this new meter gives producers a wider range of seed sizes and the ability to accurately seed higher plant populations. It offers improved performance with small seeds like alfalfa, while also doing a better job with large seeds like soybeans and sunflowers.”
Dual-trip Design THE BOSS’ dual-trip design of the DXT delivers enhanced plow protection when striking hidden obstacles. The base angle trips independently, significantly reducing impacts when lower obstacles, such as manhole covers, are hit. THE BOSS full moldboard trip protects against taller obstructions (6 inches or more), such as frozen snow banks when in vee, scoop and angled positions.
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“While an acre counter was included on the previous models, we’ve now incorporated that feature into the monitor, too,” Gengler adds. “As a result, the operator can now review field acres, total acres covered, etc., from the comfort of the tractor seat.”
“All seed boxes now feature a ‘V’ bottom as well, which means there are no seed tents to interfere with clean-out,” Gengler adds. “Still, the best feature of the 5000 Series grain drills is one you’ll find on all Landoll grain drills, old or new. That is Landoll’s unique pneumatic down-pressure spring that provides 120 to 400 pounds of down pressure on the 15.8-inch diameter opener blades. The two-position mounting even allows for heavier down pressure on the staggered units that follow the tractor wheel tracks.” For more information call 785-738-6613 or visit www. landoll.com. ____________________________________
New Mobile Version for jdparts.deere.com new functionality optimizes access to John Deere parts and services with a smartphone or tablet. The mobile version of jdparts.deere.com allows customers more portability and convenience when searching for parts and merchandise. The innovative technology of smartphones, tablets and mobile devices allow farmers, ranchers, property owners, golf course managers, landscapers, and construction site managers to access information quickly and conveniently in the home, office, or field. To fully leverage this technology, John Deere announces a new mobile version of jdparts.deere.com. The new service allows customers to access these user-friendly sites whenever they are on line with their mobile devices. "Accessing the mobile version can be accomplished by simply typing in jdparts.deere.com on any browser on any smartphone," says Jim Goldschmidt, product line manager, John Deere. "The user will automatically pick up the mobile version, m.jdparts.deere.com of continued on next page... 800-622-8836
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the website." The mobile site can also be accessed on tablets by typing in m.jdparts.deere.com. The "m" is essential on tablet devices to pick up the mobile configuration and not the normal computer desktop version. "When users access the mobile version of the website on any tablet or smartphone, they will receive faster and more efficient navigation on that device," explains Goldschmidt. "Users will also have easy access to a dealer location link to find the closest John Deere dealer in their area for easy and convenient parts purchases." The mobile version of jdparts.deere.com allows customers to search by parts catalog, model number, part number, or keyword to locate the appropriate parts and attachments. "Overall, the new mobile site allows more portability and convenience when searching for parts, attachments and services with their mobile devices," concludes Goldschmidt.
VMAC UNDERHOOD compressors are reliable in the broadest range of conditions - including anywhere a truck can be driven and operated! The new system provides exceptional UNDERHOOD space and weight savings without a trailer and sparing the deck or service body space typically dedicated to an air compressor. The new system provides up to 70 CFM, ensuring the compact power for which VMAC is known. The unit is proving to be popular, with exceptional pre-order demand for the kit. There have also been many pre-orders for the upcoming V90G126, featuring VMAC’s state-of-theart Intelligent Digital Controls. This advanced air compressor system is smart enough to turn the truck off when air is not being used and then turn the truck back on when air is needed again. For more information visit www.vmacair.com or call 800-738-8622. ____________________________________
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EquipmentRental.com, owned by RentalSite LLC, recentlly launched a new online equipment rental quote request service to quickly provide interested rental customers with multiple, valid rental quotes for desired rental items from leading rental companies in the U.S. and Canada.
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With VMAC’s latest UNDERHOOD (V900126) kit going into production, dealers now have an opportunity to provide an UNDERHOOD air compressor for the latest model of RAM trucks with Cummins engines. In the last year 140,675 new RAM trucks were sold, and a large and growing base of very loyal customers have shown considerable interest in VMAC UNDERHOOD air compressors for their trucks. The new V900126 compressor is now mounted higher on the engine for easier access and greater protection from the environment.
According to the company, the new site eliminates the legwork and research involved in getting rental equipment quotes and is designed to help people quickly find several sources to meet their rental needs. Customers simply complete an online rental quote form indicating their contact information, rental location, rental duration, and any special needs. The rental leads are matched with the network of reputable rental businesses across North America who respond directly to the customer with a free rental quote. EquipmentRental.com is free to use and does not require registration to access the primary features of the site. EquipmentRental.com serves many types of customers including contractors, businesses, municipalities and consumers. The service covers construction rentals, generator rentals and heavy equipment rentals including backhoes, loaders, generators, aerial lifts, forklifts, pumps and tanks, as well as event and party rentals like tents, canopies and portable restrooms. The site also caters to the commercial market offering temporary space rental like portable classrooms, buildings and storage. Customers who visit the site will find a comprehensive list of available rentals.
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Revolutionary New Insecticide Delivery System Set to Change Future of Animal Dosing SmartVet has announced the launch of a revolutionary new delivery system, set to change the landscape of parasite management in cattle. Using best practice methods, a rancher working alone can dose up to 100 cattle per hour. The VetGun is the only dosing system not requiring animal handling, herding, yarding, or running cattle through the chute. It allows dosing to take place in the field from a safe distance, thereby reducing stress and the chance of injuries to cattle and ranchers alike.
VetGun reduces animal stress which in turn leads to improved feed conversion efficiencies, weight gain, overall health and productivity which add to the producers’ profitability.
VetGun is a precision-engineered CO2-powered application device that delivers a new dosage form called a VetCap. The VetCap is a purpose developed gelatin capsule filled with a specialized pour-on developed by SmartVet for remote delivery using the VetGun. The VetCaps are fired from the VetGun and specially designed to fragment upon impact, taking almost instantaneous effect at relieving a horn fly burden. The first VetCaps commercially available are the AiM (Advanced Insecticide Management) line of products. AiM-L®, (Lambda Cyhalothrin with Piperonyl Butoxide) has been developed for control of horn flies, face flies, biting lice and sucking lice on beef cattle. “VetGun is so quick, simple and effective that one person working alone can treat an entire herd in the field, resulting in major savings of labor, time and money. Not only does it allow for convenient timing of insecticide application to deliver maximum parasite control, it also allows for precise dosage control,” said
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Randall Tosh, SmartVet’s Vice President of Business Development. He continued, “It also reduces animal stress which in turn leads to improved feed conversion efficiencies, weight gain, overall health and productivity which add to the producers’ profitability. VetGun can even substantially contribute to alleviating horn fly resistance.”
This app helps producers make educated ration and management changes based on the environment in the facility.
The VetGun Delivery System is being lauded by industry specialists such as RFD TV DocTalk’s Dr. Dan Thompson, DVM Professor of Clinical Sciences in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Director of the Beef Cattle Institute at Kansas State University. Launched in June 2013, VetGun and the AiM-L VetCaps will only be available in select states until national rollout is completed in 2014. To see the VetGun in action, view the video demonstration at www. smartvet.com.
The Heat Stress Manager for Sows mobile app is available to download for Android phones at bit. ly/AndroidSowManager and for iPhones at bit.ly/ iPhoneSowManager.
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Purina Animal Nutrition Launches Heat Stress Manager for Sows Mobile App Purina Animal Nutrition introduces the Heat Stress Manager for Sows app for smart phones. This free tool provides heat stress prevention tips and resources to producers, helping them to avoid seasonal production lulls. “Sows can become heat stressed at temperatures lower than producers may think,” says Vern Pearson, PhD, swine nutritionist for Purina Animal Nutrition. “Producers need to look at both the temperature and the humidity inside the facility to determine the potential for heat stress.” The Heat Stress Manager for Sows app features an easy to use heat stress calculator for inputting the current temperature and humidity readings. It is recommended that producers install a thermometer and hygrometer in the sow barn to read these temperatures at the location of the sows. After inputting these readings into the app, the temperature and humidity are translated into a THI reading that shows the severity of heat stress, ranging from mild to extreme risk. Research shows that sows can begin to feel the impact of heat stress at a THI of 80. “Sows that are heat stressed have a greater potential to experience seasonal infertility, smaller litter sizes, decreased embryo survival rates and death losses,” Pearson says. “But the most common impact of heat stress is decreased feed intake; therefore, ration changes that promote feed intake may be needed as THI levels increase.”
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In addition to the heat stress calculator, the mobile app offers management and nutrition tips to mitigate heat stress.
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Larson Electronics Releases Remote Controlled LED Golight Spotlight Larson Electronics has announced the release of a powerful new remote control Golight spotlight fitted with an LED lamp assembly for even greater reliability and beam quality. The GL-30004 LED Golight Stryker is a weatherproof and fully remote control spotlight that produces a 2,500 lumen light beam capable of illuminating objects over 900 feet away, and with an upgraded LED lamp assembly offers far greater durability and lamp longevity than standard halogen spotlights. The GL-30004 LED Golight Stryker takes the power and reliability of high quality Golight spotlights to the next level with the addition of a powerful LED lamp assembly in place of the standard halogen lamp. This compact yet high output spotlight features LED technology, full remote control operation, weatherproof construction, and the ability to connect directly to standard 12 volt electrical systems.
The GL-30004 takes the power and reliability of the Golight Stryker and adds performance and reliability of LED lighting technology, making it an ideal lighting solution for everything from emergency service applications to recreational hunting use. “These new LED models have a lower amp draw, longer lamp life, and are more durable than halogen models, making them ideal for boating, hurting, and off-road use,” said Rob Bresnahan with Larson Electronics. “With high vibration resistance, wireless controls and small form factor, the GL-30004 remote control LED light enables operators to position the light where they need it in order to complete a task.” For more info visit www.Larsonelectronics.com. ____________________________________
While standard Golights typically utilize a halogen bulb for a good compromise between power, value, and easy servicing, this unit has been upgraded with an advanced LED lamp assembly that greatly increases the quality and performance of the light beam. Rather than the yellowish beam produced by a halogen bulb, this LED spotlight produces an extremely bright white beam, giving it much better intensity and color reproducing qualities, especially at long distances. At 900 feet, you could read a book by this beam. Additionally, whereas a typical halogen bulb might last for 500 to 1,000 hours, the LED assembly in this spotlight will last in excess of 50,000 hours, greatly improving reliability and allowing the light to operate for several years before requiring lamp replacement. This spotlight also features remote control operation with a handheld controller that allows the user switch the light on and off and to move the light through 370 degree of rotation and 135 degrees of tilt from up to
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fter showing bucket calves for two or three years I decided I wanted to show a market calf. I bought a red heifer and her name was Kibbles. Little did my family or I know we were in for a rude awakening. I bought Kibbles in September and planned to show her at an open show in March. I was busy with other activities but still put a lot of effort in breaking Kibbles. March came along and we were going to clip Kibbles for the show, along with my brother’s calves. The clipping went okay, but not great. Now it was time to head to the cattle show. Let me share a funny story about my dad that our family will NEVER forget: I was still small at this age so my dad lead Kibbles to weighins in the show ring which was quite a walk from our trailer. Let me remind you, it was a snowy, cold and wet March night. So my dad starts to lead Kibbles but not long after the walk started my dad is being drug through puddles and snow banks still trying to stop Kibbles. Finally, he let go but he was covered in yuck from head to toe! We eventually
Kayla poses for a picture with her calf Albert, a.k.a. ‘Tank’.
caught her and I even showed her the next day with no problems. I showed Kibbles at Calhoun and Sac county [Iowa] fairs. She threw a couple fits and tried to get away from me. However, I never gave up but she knew exactly how to frustrate me. It was the next fall and it was time to look for new calves. Since having such a time with Kibbles I did not know if I wanted to show. Reluctantly, I went with my dad and brother to look. Little did I know that there would be a “broke” bucket calf with a purple halter waiting for me. I instantly fell in love.
Through my experience with Albert I learned to never give up on anything. He gave my family and I many laughs and memories. My hope is that for the young kids that are active in 4-H or showing today learn to never give up! I brought him home along with my brother’s two calves. Later I named him Albert. Something I noticed right away was Albert loved to eat! I could walk in the barn and find him standing and waiting patiently in the feed bunk, even at 1,200 pounds. He easily earned the nickname of “Tank” by many including judges. He was a very special calf for my family and I. Not only because he would follow me around the yard but surprisingly won Overall Market Animal at the Calhoun County Fair and Sac County Fair. Since Albert won two county fairs, it opened the doors for Albert and I to show in the Governor’s Charity Steer Show at the Iowa State Fair.
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Necessary Topics for a Successful Estate Plan By Michael Baron
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Making sense of the new generation of farmers can help the farm succession process
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Dear Mic
This can often cause a lot of issues
The last issue is harder still to define and I think it has to
for the family farm operation
do with our economic good times. I know there are farming
because about the time Dad and
kids out there who have farmed their entire adult lives who
Mom thought they could take it
have never seen a bad time. Why? Because they didn’t farm
a little easier – thinking their
in the 80’s when borrowing rates were 18%-20%, or in the
ability to contribute labor was
90’s when wheat dropped to $2.80 a bushel with deducts
beginning to lag – they are not
for anything and everything, or when they sold off the dairy
being replaced by two people
cows to Mexico or when they were killing calves because you
– just the one – their farming
couldn’t afford to feed them for what they were selling for.
child.
Most of us who’ve been around thirty years or so remember
Farming is made up of two elements
–
money
these times and remember them well.
and
Everyone has a finite amount of
labor. You can have all the money in the world you
labor built into their body and it
want to buy machinery, but
Sig ned, ing Stop Giv W hen To
drops dramatically from fifty to
if you don’t have someone to run them, you’re out of
fifty-five, etc. It’s the way of life.
luck. Conversely, if you have enough labor, you can make do with a lot less machinery. When someone doesn’t step in to fill the labor necessary
Dear When To Stop:
to run the operation – even with little chores like opening
This generation has not been forged from iron into steel yet because they haven’t been put through any fires hot enough yet.
These are the kind of questions I miss my old pal, Dr. Val
gates, running for parts, etc., etc. etc. like all farm women
Farmer, who was a psychologist, was here to assist with the
do – it puts those chores back on Mom and Dad’s shoulders
The tragedy normally occurring here is the old saying ‘One
answers to.
and can cause a lot of discontent with their in-laws. Everyone
generation builds it, one generation enjoys it, and the next
has a finite amount of labor built into their body and it drops
generation loses it’. That’s an old, old, old saying – and it’s
dramatically from fifty to fifty-five, etc. It’s the way of life.
been around a long time because it’s true.
The other issue with your child and in-law is they don’t have
I have a tough time today telling if the old farmers today are
children yet. In estate planning, this creates an issue. If you
the ones who built it or are the ones enjoying it. And I don’t
give property to your son on the farm, under state law it
know if the next generation is the one who is enjoying it or are
becomes half your daughter-in-law’s. If you feel she hasn’t
the ones to lose it. Many of them – to me, at least - just don’t
‘earned it’, you’re going to feel real worried about handing
seem to feel it’s their responsibility to do the things necessary
this over to them. This can then sow seeds of discontent
today to make certain of the farm business in the future. They
with your son because he thinks he has earned it and this is
want to get the farm business – they just don’t want to do
probably where he’s coming from.
everything it takes to make certain of it.
The other issue with married couples today is you don’t get
It’s an odd side effect of long-term economic prosperity – you
a real sense of the ‘us’ issue. I see a lot of young married
don’t know what you had or how good you had it ‘til it’s gone.
I can tell you my views about the evolution of the family farm and how it’s been affected over the past few decades and how different things about the ‘generation gap’ are changing. First of all, I find many young farmers are marrying later in life – twenty-seven to thirty-four are now the average ages for getting married. In the past generation, the average was between twenty-one and twenty-five, and the generation before was five to seven years younger. The problem this causes in estate planning is this. Likely when you got married, you considered yourself a farm wife first and, even if you worked off the farm, an intricate part of the farm operation.
couples today who say they are married, but they don’t see it
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By the time children today are getting married today, they’ve
as an ‘us’ issue to farm. When they come in, I’ve seen where
finished advanced college educations (which was rare for
Do you have questions about estate planning? Need to
one partner will say ‘If you want to farm and go into debt, go
our generation) and many have already started on different
know more about how you can “Keep the Family Farm
ahead, but it’s not my problem’. I get the feeling these are
career paths prior to marrying into a family farm. Due to this,
in the Family”? Email questions to Michael Baron at
two people who are married and both have separate careers
their focus is oftentimes not on the family farm, but on their
mbaron@btinet.net or call him at 800-373-4078.
independent of one another, but there’s no ‘us’ in the family
own career outside the farm.
on the farm anymore.
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Farm & Ranch Life
Michael R. Rosmann, Ph.D.
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.
Is Life Outdoors In Rural Areas Changing? Few activities are as pleasant and restorative as a walk around one’s farm or ranch in the evening when sunset is occurring. Even in the rain or during winter, outdoor hikes renew my perspective and replenish energy. With the many changes occurring in modern life, is the amount of time people spend outdoors changing? Do people involved in agriculture spend less time outdoors now than in the past? The average American spends five percent of available time outdoors, according to recent time studies. That includes time spent outside buildings and vehicles while involved in work, going places and outdoor leisure activities. The National Park Service says the amount of time spent by visitors at U.S. national parks declined 15 percent over the past two decades, although the number of visitors increased. A sample of U.S. adults surveyed in 2008 reportedly spent 25 percent less time than two decades earlier in outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing and camping. A University of Michigan study indicated a stratified random sample of U.S. children in 2000 spent 4 to 7 minutes outside daily. Two more recent studies found the amount of time spent by kids outdoors decreased since 2000; another study indicated 40 percent of the surveyed kids in 2009 spent more time outdoors than in 2007, while 15 percent of kids spent less time, and 45 percent remained the same. How do people spend their time? The 2011 American Time Use Survey of employed Americans, ages 25-54 and who have children, reported the following average time allocations in a 24 hour period: • Sleeping - 7.6 hours • Working and related activities - 8.8 hours • Leisure and sports – 2.5 hours • Household activities – 1.1 hours
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• Eating and drinking – 1.1 hours • Caring for others – 1.2 hours and • Other – 1.7 hours American children spent almost 55 hours per week watching television, texting and playing video games, according to a 2010 report by the Nielsen Company, the same organization that calculates television viewership ratings. These same children spend less than three hours each week reading books. Clearly, Americans are spending less time outside than in the past. Why? An analysis of reader comments in various articles about the subject suggests several primary reasons: uncomfortable weather, disagreeable smells, preference for indoor activities, unsafe neighborhoods and exposures to substances that can worsen medical conditions such as asthma. Are farm and ranch residents also spending less time outdoors? The Exposure Factors Handbook produced by the Environmental Protection Agency does not report time spent outdoors by various occupational groups. I could find no systematically collected data about the amount of time farm and ranch people spend outdoors or any trend changes. If someone knows of objective data on the subject, please tell me. It would seem that people engaged in agriculture today probably spend less time outdoors than in past generations because of mechanization and different required tasks. Today’s agriculturalists spend more time in the office, indoor livestock facilities, trucks and machinery cabs than in the past. Some of the same concerns about the outdoors that bother the general public also bother rural and farm residents, but not all in the same way. Rural residents are accustomed to bad weather and people who raise livestock have to go outside to tend to their animals or to get to their barns.
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Urban neighborhoods where gangs prevail make people on the streets uncomfortable. Most metropolitan neighborhoods, like rural areas, are relatively safe. Urban and suburban residents say they dislike odors and air pollution such as vehicle exhaust fumes, smog and factory smells, and avoid them by staying indoors. Both metropolitan and rural residents have concerns about health issues (e.g., allergies, asthma). Respiratory health concerns are worsening for rural residents who live near large swine and poultry production units, cattle feedlots and dairies. A growing body of research studies undertaken at multiple locations over the past two decades indicates rural residents increasingly cite noxious odors from large confined animal facilities and pesticide exposures as deterrents to spending time outdoors. Marilyn and I choose to not spend time outside our house on days when the wind is in the “wrong direction,” because we live next door to a large cattle feedlot. Sometimes we have to drive to a place with non-foul air to enjoy the outdoors. We still need our Vitamin D. Vitamin D comes from sunlight. Vitamin D helps us absorb calcium and phosphorus,
reduces blood pressure, helps fight depression, and aids in the treatment of diabetes and some cancers. The psychological benefit of spending time in healthy outdoor environments is especially important to me. Hunting, fishing, gardening, going for walks and other outdoor activities help me look at life with a different perspective than when engrossed in work or confined inside buildings. I can meditate freely and Marilyn says I am easier to live with!
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.
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The growling of thunder in the distance and the buildup of purple and blue storm clouds on the distant horizon are warning us of yet another late summer rainstorm. Hopefully, it won’t bring any hail. Once again, hail has been the bane of my existence all summer. Miss Maggie, my little Sheltie dog, does NOT like hailstorms and is begging to come inside. I’ll let her in and she’ll make a run for my bed where she will snuggle up on the pillows and bark at the thunder. It can’t ‘get her’ while she’s safe in the house! September is one of my favorite months. It is a little cooler than July and August, when the thermometer was well over 100° for days on end and it was a struggle to keep enough water on the garden even with the deep mulch layer. Bright eyed little ones are ‘off to school’, some for the first time. Some are new and wondering if they can ‘find a friend’ and others are looking forward to seeing the old friends they haven’t seen all summer. A rainy day gives me a chance to work inside for a while. I have a couple of closets that need organized. I take everything out of the closet, wipe down the walls and shelves and then sort out what to keep and what to give away or toss. I will pack away some of the items in clear plastic storage boxes to set back on the shelves with the things I’ll wear next summer. Some will be set aside to be recycled into cleaning rags. Not much point in paying good money for new cleaning rags when I have old clothing that will serve the same purpose. That old t-shirt I ripped while cleaning the chicken house can be used to mop the floor, and the money I save can be used somewhere else in the budget. If something I’m tossing has buttons, I’m like my grandmother – I save them! I have several old canning jars full of assorted buttons, and they make a colorful addition to the family room right now. But if I need a button, I know where to find one! After closets are cleaned and set to rights, I begin on the dresser drawers and repeat the same sorting process as I did for the closet –this to keep, that to toss. As I work, I’m reminded of how blessed I am to have so much. A12
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As a child growing up, I remember the times when we had just three of everything. Three dresses – two for school and one for Sunday church. Three sets of undergarments – one for on, one for off (in the wash) and one in the drawer and we were lucky to have that much, as some had even less. Some of us had just one pair of shoes per year. Cardboard soles were the norm for many and those would last just a day or two. Socks were darned (patched) as they were ‘hard to come by’ for many families. As I said, we are very blessed! Back then, there was no such thing as a thrift store or second hand clothing shop, and the concept of a yard sale hadn’t been created yet. Sometimes one would get things handed down from cousin to cousin, or older child to younger, but there was no ‘shopping the yard sales for school clothes’ when money was tight. Some of the mothers were talented enough to re-make a large garment to fit a smaller child. Everything from school dresses to coats were ‘remodeled’. In big families, some items were revamped more than once! As I line the cleaned dresser drawers with last week’s newspapers, I spot many ads for bushels of sweet corn, green beans, tomatoes and cucumbers that are available for canning at farmer’s markets right now. Later on there will be the announcements of boxes of squash, onions, potatoes, and all types of fall apples. September is a good time to make up several batches of apple butter. I’ll put some in pint jars for table and baking use and more into smaller jars for my gift giving and Christmas baskets. The rain has ceased with nothing more than the loud bangs of thunder that rattle Miss Maggie’s nerves; the land has had a much-needed drink of water, and thankfully, there was no hail this time. There is a cool breeze blowing and it’s time for me to take a stroll to the chicken house for fresh feed and a quick check for late eggs. I’ll also take a stroll by the garden to see how many tomatoes I’ll get to pick tomorrow, and figure out something for the evening meal. Tomorrow is another day and will be spent outside for the most part. I have perennials that need dividing. Where to put them is the next question, and the garden needs attention. I have parsley that needs clipped again for drying as well as the basil and oregano. (Methinks the dehydrator needs to come off the pantry shelf and put to work again.) May your ‘fall’ be fruitful and fun! Until next time...
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It’s the end of the season for summer clothing and a chance to do some serious bargain hunting. There are still a couple of months when there will days warm enough to wear the summer tops and pants. I recently hit the ‘clearance’ racks at a department store and found a few real bargains! I found a cotton shirt I can wear all winter. It was originally marked at $ 24.95, but was clearance priced at just $3.00 – but when I went to pay for it, the lady at the checkout counter said it was marked down again – to just 97 cents! I found a pair of new jeans that had been originally marked at $85, and then reduced down again and again until I bought them for just $9.00! I wear a lot of t-shirts around the house and I am not too picky about colors; I got a couple of them too, for only 49 cents each! If your children are school aged, it’s a great time to find some bargain clothing that will work for school that won’t break the bank and wreck the budget. I am always on the lookout for items to use for gifts, and at times have found bedding/ sheets and blankets (last years’ colors) at a price I can afford. If you have kids, you know how fast they can grow. A 50 cent t-shirt or pair of pants the next size or two bigger will ‘keep’ for another year and give you a head start on future school shopping. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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Ant Hill Remover
To get rid of anthills in the yard or garden you simply pour boiling water over the little hills. Tor bigger ones, I use either a sharpened stick to enlarge the hole or in the case of those ugly red and black biting ants, I use a shovel to dig a cavity in the middle of the hill and then pour a bucket of boiling water in the hole. The heat kills the eggs, larva and the queen in short order and no more ants! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Fruit Flies No More
This time of year when so many of us have a kitchen full of produce to can/freeze or dry, the fruit flies multiply like crazy. To get rid of them, put some water and a little sugar and vinegar in a small jar or little bowl. Add a couple of drops of dish soap and set the container on the counter. The flies are drawn to the sweet vinegar and then stick to the soap scum and are no more! I’ve also used just a little sweet pickle juice and a couple of drops of dish soap with the same results. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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Neatest Garage On The Block Use garbage cans to corral those garden hoses that are so hard to handle and hang in the fall. We also use a garbage can to hold sprinklers, and hand tools and a third one holds the boys’ baseballs, bats, gloves, basketballs etc. keeping everything neat and organized.
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Use shoe bags hung on the garage walls to hold spray cans of lubricants, tubes of glue, packages of small nails, etc. This keeps everything at your fingertips. We write the name of the ‘whatsit’ right on the outside of the shoe bags so things can be returned to their proper place as soon as they are use. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Patch a Window Screen
Practical Time Management: Simplify Your Weeknights “Dear Diary,
A tree branch poked a tiny hole in a window screen. It’s a pain to take the darn thing to the hardware store to get it replaced, and the bugs are adept at finding the hole and getting in the house. A good ‘quick fix’ is simply to paint over the hole with some airplane glue or other similar glue that dries clear and can’t be seen, but the hole is patched and the bugs can’t get in. (tip submitted by SS, IA) –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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I buy the cheapest store brand dishwashing soap I can find for the men to use in the shop on their greasy hands. It works just as well as the fancy ‘shop hand wash’, and it costs a lot less money. (tip submitted by LE, SD) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– As always, if you have tips or ideas to share, send them to me at PennyWise, Box 518, Kadoka, SD 57543 or email me at pennywise@gwtc.net. Please be sure to mention this publication when you write.
The kids will soon go back to school. I must gear up for my fall business. Summer draws to a close. Fatigue and change are in the air. The stress of upcoming holidays is an annoying buzz just under my daily consciousness. Sometimes I wonder how other people do it. Do they have more hours in their day than I do? How can I plan ahead for fall and for the holidays and be prepared? After all, this stuff is seasonal! The calendar year repeats itself over and over again. It seems like I could catch on faster, but instead I usually feel like someone chasing a merry-go-round that started before I could quite climb on.” The days are still long – though not for much longer! We put a lot of pressure on our poor little summer. We are supposed to do all our usual stuff, plus yard work, outside projects and some good old-fashioned fun, all in this tiny window of opportunity. Now school and other fall activities and routines begin. Many of us are guilty of trying to cram way too much into a 24-hour day. I struggle to accomplish as much as I can in the weekly Monday to Friday grind. During this, I try to capture that elusive thing some people call “leisure time” or “family time” in this brief season of late summer or early fall. How can we get it all done, especially during the week? Here are some ideas that help in the quest for mid-week free time – that is, when I remember to use them: Have weeknight schedules for errand running, household care and meals.
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For example, maybe Wednesday is errand night, Thursday is laundry night, and Friday is pizza night. Try not to run errands on weekends because everyone else has the same bright idea. You will spend more time standing in long lines than getting things done. Meals require less mental effort if you are willing to let them be scheduled too. Somewhere along the line, we have gotten the idea that schedules and habits are restrictive things. I would like to suggest that schedules are actually very freeing. Try to put household tasks on a schedule. Why? So you don’t have to worry about them or even think about them the other six days of the week! Turn off the television on weeknights. Eliminate this time waster to free up time for things you need to get done and things you want to get done.
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Possible exception: Use television to entertain young children while you get dinner on the table. This isn’t “cheating” if it saves your sanity and makes you a calmer parent. Right? Take a walk around the block. I actually have to remind myself to do this, so I am not totally embarrassed to include it. There is something about being outside, even for a short period on a hot muggy day, which unties mental knots like nothing else can. It also is a great chance to meet and to connect with neighbors. After all, if we are all going to hide inside with our air conditioners, it might as well be winter. If you don’t believe me, I ask you to try it three times in the next week, before you tell me it was foolish to mention. Please. Go to bed at the same time every night. Give yourself at least fifteen minutes of winding down time every night – something just for you such as reading time, a relaxing shower, or a conversation with a partner. Try using this time for anything you consider relaxing except watching television. Why not television? Come on! Who watches television for fifteen minutes and then promptly turns it off? Don’t get hooked and subsequently tired! We all need relaxation and rest. Our bodies appreciate a regular routine too. Take time to plan and schedule leisure, fun, and family activities for the weekend. If I don’t make the effort to schedule the “good stuff” on the weekend calendar, it gets swallowed up by errands, projects, and even Saturday morning cartoons. Do you ever ask yourself, “Where did the weekend go?” There will usually be an endless to-do list of things to go buy or household projects to tackle. Make time for fun. Take it upon yourself to make sure the fun stuff happens too. When I am at the mall, there is a little nagging voice in my head telling me that my time could be better spent elsewhere. Guess what? When I am on a family bike ride or reading with one of my kids, that yucky little voice is gone. It is up to me to schedule the right stuff. Finally, reduce the guilt. When will we learn that we really can’t have our cake and eat it too? At least, we can’t have it all in the same tiny window of time! From the time you walk in the door to the time you go to bed on a week night, you only have four or five hours to deal with dinner, children’s sporting events, homework, errands, household tasks, the mail, and whatever you brought home from work. Give yourself a break. After all, if you don’t, who will?
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In the Barn with By Kelly and Leah Daniels Kelly and Leah live on an acreage in north central Iowa and work with farmers and clients across the country.
We’ve had the pleasure of
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Measure Twice, Order Once; What You Need to Know About Manure Treatment Have you ever been absolutely sure of something, only to find out later that your facts were a little off? This time our “In the Barn with Hedgewood” column is about creating efficiencies with facts rather than guesses and what you need to know about manure treatment. If you have a question you’d like Hedgewood to take a swing at, please drop a line to the editor of this fine publication and we’ll do our best to answer it for you.
working with farmers – mostly livestock producers – for many years and we recently began to notice something interesting: Farmers like to ask a lot of questions.
Q
What’s the best way to save time and money when replacing my barn equipment?
A. Three words: measure, measure, measure. About 95 percent of the customers who ask for a specific replacement feeders or
form on the surface, which provides an excellent habitat for flies to reproduce. Several products are available to treat the manure in pits that will make pump-out easier and more effective, eliminate the crusting and reduce fly populations.
gating give us dimensions using what we call the Scientific Wild
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They want to know about which
Guess (SWG) method and, of those, 100 percent have found,
things are best for their opera-
once they measured, that the size and features are different
Q
tion, what’s new out there, how
than what they thought. Before you talk with your supplier, we
different brands compare, how
recommend that you take all the measurements you can and
they can save money on input costs, and so on. And they appreciate
having
someone
even take a photo or two that show the products you want to order. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
earth to talk over options with.
Q
That’s why we formed Hedge-
A. Feeders and gating can be expensive, so most companies
wood as an independent com-
don’t manufacture them until they have an order and, in some
pany, so we can help customers
cases, a down payment. If you provide the wrong dimensions,
knowledgeable and down-to-
learn about all their equipment choices and choose the gates, feeders and other products that will make their job easier and maybe even save money through efficiencies.
you’ve just bought a semi-load of equipment that you may not be able to use without reconfiguring your gating or other systems. That’s a cost and inconvenience that you don’t need. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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At Hedgewood, our recommendations are based on having actually used many different types of equipment in production situations, rather than on how much profit we can make from one brand or another. If it’s right for the farmer, it’s right for
What’s the big deal if I order the wrong size? Can’t we just swap them out for the right ones?
I recently moved to the country from town and my neighbor is building a hog barn. She says she’s doing it mostly because she wants the manure. Why would anyone do that?
A. Farmers throughout the ages have valued manure produced
Are pit treatments safe? A. Some treatment products are biological, containing
varying amounts of naturally occurring soil bacteria and enzymes to break down the manure, while others are chemicalbased, using salts and compounds to liquefy it. Both types claim to be effective as both a pit treatment and a fertilizer, but make sure to check the label for handling precautions and look for products that are non-toxic and safe to handle. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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How do I know which is going to work best for me?
A. No pit treatment can work if it’s still in the jug. If you know you’ll consistently pour it in the pit when it’s needed and remember to reorder on time, you’ll probably get satisfactory results. If you’re depending on a hired hand or don’t want to have to keep track of when you treated, you might want to invest in an injection system holds a year’s worth of product and automatically shoots into the right places in the pit. Some manufacturers even offer a buy-back guarantee on their product, on the condition that it’s applied using the injection system so they know the product has been used correctly.
by their animals for its ability to rebuild soil structure and
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fertility in crop ground, practicing sustainability long before
If you’d like more information on the equipment or products
the term was coined. By utilizing the manure from a hog barn,
we’ve mentioned, please give Kelly a call or text at 515-851-
your neighbor is not only growing bacon and pork chops, she
9194 or shoot us an email at kelly@hedgewoodconsulting.com.
is using natural, sustainable fertilization to replace nutrients
Thanks for spending a little time with us today. We’ll see you
used up by last year’s crop and to ensure there is enough
next time at “In the Barn with Hedgewood”.
Hedgewood.
fertility to support next year’s crops. In turn, the crop goes into
The work that U.S. farmers
livestock feed which supports more animals, which produce
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more…, well, you get the picture.
Kelly Daniels is a long-time pork production manager and, more recently,
world live healthier and safer
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worked with farmers as an equipment representative for one of the oldest
lives than ever before. We feel blessed to be able to work in
Q
names in the industry. Leah Daniels is the owner of NewsWorks, a strategic
agriculture every day and to be
A. It can be. Stored in pits, the manure contains nutrients and
with the National Pork Board to create an on-farm crisis communications tool
organic material the soil needs, but has not been exposed to the
for that enables farmers to effectively manage through incidents that can impact
soil bacteria and enzymes nature uses to break down organic
lives and reputations.
do helps people around the
able to use our skills in keeping agriculture strong. – Kelly and Leah
September 2013
Is it a problem to get the manure pumped out of the pit and into the ground?
communications firm that provides marketing and public relations services to companies and associations, primarily in the pork industry. She recently worked
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Tree Terminator For 12” Diameter Trees
The original Tree Terminator tree shear designed to withstand continued use on medium-sized trees to give years of trouble free operation. • Use for thinning or clearing overgrown pastures • Leaves minimal ground disturbance • Includes a brush guard with screen • Sprayer, swivel, and grapple options available • Models available for cutting 5”, 12”, or 20” diameter trees
Mounts on skidloaders, front-end tractor loaders, and 3-pt. hitch.
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DANIELS PORTABLE SQUEEZE CHUTE Every part is replaceable without welding. Safe for both operator and livestock – quiet, gentle, efficient and easy to use. Chute has 18 access points; mounting brackets for attachment of scales.
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• Simple design cuts installation and maintenance costs • Deep trough and 15" wide belt moves high quantities of feed fast
Standard Features:
• Lengths from 24' to 198' in 6-inch increments
• Heavy duty long-lasting galvanized steel construction
• All galvanized 14 ga. construction
• Fixed gear box drive unit drives the shuttle feeder smoothly
• Large 8" belt idler is crowned and self-cleaning
• Easy to maintain
• Select from one or two-way plows
• Single automatic reversing motor with torque limiter protection
• Large 8" diameter belt drive with rubber lags to keep belt straight
• High capacity feed handling
• Plow speed between 48' to 36' per minute (depending on pulley)
FlaxLic® is Nutritionally Engineered® to provide essential vitamins and minerals for proper bull conditioning. FlaxLic® blocks are completely fortified to prepare your bulls for breeding season. In addition, FlaxLic® is the first low moisture block to contain a high level of alpha-linolenic acid derived from flaxseed and edible linseed oil. High energy FlaxLic blocks contain 15% fat, essential minerals, and vitamins, and work around the clock to meet the demands of breeding bulls.
BERG 9104 CHAIN CONVEYOR features the following: • Can move feed up to 80 feet
• Length can be changed on the job
• Chain speed can range between 105-175 FPM • Maximum span allowed 20 feet
Get your bulls ready for breeding season with FlaxLic and Omega3 fatty acids!
• Reversing options at no additional cost • Easy chain tightening
• Optional decline & detachable chain • Pintle chain is standard
FlaxLic now has a U.S. Product and Process Patent for elevating Lipid Blood Levels in Livestock.
www.bergequipment.com
POST POUNDERS Doesn’t take breaks or call in sick:
Water Tanks
- Energy Free Lifetime Rubber Water Tanks - NRCS Approved - Water is the cheapest feed available. Cattle will utilize our tanks by drinking more water in both winter and summer - Tanks measure from 5’ to 13’ in diameter (Depth 22” to 28” in height) - Our tanks will last a lifetime and more - Bump proof and bullet proof Rubber tank w/concre - Rubber does not conduct electricity te insert Comes complete with - Tanks will hold from 200 to 2,000 gallons drain hole, drain plug and float valve. - Tanks are very freeze resistant - Indestructible
Your New Fencing Crew
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Rubber Scrapers - Very forgiving in case of operator error - Perfect for scraping manure in dairy barns (will not damage cement) - Ideal for pushing snow – will not damage curbs, manholes or gutter Scraper with squeegee 12' Scraper with Unive rsal Mount - Outstanding for feedlot manure management - Works well for moving corn silage and feed - Good for moving slop and manure in cattle yards (no gouging) Bucket Payloader - Scrapers act as a squeegee and do not need repair Rubber Tire like steel scrapers Scraper - Scrapers span 5’-12’ across - Scrapers 5'-8' across with Quicktach and top wipers 9'-12' with universal brackets as well as recently developed attachment straight to bucket on payloaders
Wheatheart offers a complete line of Heavy Duty & Hard Hitting fencing equipment designed to make fencing jobs safe, fast and efficient.
Universal Mount Post Hole auger also available. Contact your local Wheatheart dealer for a new fencing crew! Rental & Dealer Inquiries Welcome
Toll Free: 800-446-0316
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Introducing The New Schiltz
PUSH BLADE
Grain Handler Continuous Mix-Flow Dryers
CUST O H E A V M - B U I LT DUAL YCUTT DUTY ING E DGE
Serving ND, SD & MN
WHEN THE SNOW IS HEAVY, YOU NEED A REAL WORKHORSE TO KEEP YOUR YARD AND ROADS CLEAR.
Push Blade works on any tractor, payloader or skidloader for moving rocks, cleaning feedlots and leveling dirt. CUSTOM MADE TO MEET YOUR NEEDS
The Perfect AUGER
for Bins with concrete or aeration floors • • • • •
Affordable Easy to install Hydraulic or Electric Custom built for your bin Single motor drive system
823 Main Street W Mayville, ND 58257
schiltzmfg@frontier.com www.schiltzmfg.com
800-658-3637
*Located on Hwy. 200 between Mayville & Portland
Office: 701-788-8927 Chad: 701-371-5315
Trained Service Technicians On Call
6TURBINE TWIN VACUUM
Great Vacuum for Grain Spills and General Clean Up
6CIRCUITEER II
Groom Your Champion with a Circuiteer
Manufacturers of the World's Finest Animal and Industrial Vacuums, Blowers & Dryers for Over 50 Years ELECTRIC CLEANER COMPANY 50913 Elevator St., Osseo, WI 54758 800-456-9821 | staff@electriccleaner.com
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ONE STOP Infra-Red
2-Stage High/Low
Infra-Red Tube Heaters Serving the Midwest for over 30 Years
HIGH-INTENSITY
LP/Nat. With or Without Electricity
Save 35% to 75% on Fuel Costs ENERGY EFFICIENT! Runs Approximately 80% of the time at the lower setting
Come see us at the NEBRASKA, IOWA, ILLINOIS, NORTH & SOUTH DAKOTA Farm shows
www.SolaronicsUSA.com or E-mail sales@HeatronicsUSA.com • Total Building Heat • Outdoor Spot Heat • Indoor Spot Heat • Shops and Animals Des Moines • Omaha • St. Louis • Snow & Ice Control P.O. Box 1267, Ankeny, IA 50021
(800) 798-4328 Fax (515) 965-9539
(605) 387-2389 - www.fairmfg.com TSR PARTS • 13540 TREVOR DRIVE • COLGATE, ND 58046 800-582-2432 Fax: 701-945-2386 Email: sales@tsrparts.com Call us or see our website www.tsrparts.com for dealers in your area
Dealer Inquiries Welcome
GREENACRES Hay Saving Feeders
2 Mi. S. & 2 Mi. W. of Winkler Box 2319, Winkler, MB R6W 4C1
Ph: (204) 325-4798 Fax: (204) 325-4055
LOAD LINE MFG. INC.
Winkler, Man. Canada
GRAIN BODY
1-Year Unlimited Warranty
Cattle, Horses & Sheep Feeders www.greenacresfeeders.com
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FACTORY DIRECT
Buy factory direct and save. We also do frame and driveshaft extensions, installation and painting.
TRUCKS
Please call. We have a good selection of safety certified trucks.
Whatever you purchase, your investment in a
LOAD LINE PRODUCT will bring you yearly returns.
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NEED MORE EFFICIENT STORAGE? Hopper Bins to 5000 Bushels
Store: Grain, Fertilizer, Seed, Feed, etc. Aeration systems, steel bases, vents, poke holes, and more.
MANUFACTURING, INC. Box 308 • Riverton, MB. R0C 2R0 Cananda Phone: 877-679-2467 (NRW-BINS) Fax: 204-378-5292
www.nrwmfg.com
Your Expert in the Field for over 50 Years! Fertilizer Application Products Anhydrous (NH3) Toolbars, Row Unit Accessories, Dry Fertilizer Spreaders, Liquid Nitrogen Applicators, Running Gears for Anhydrous Nurse Tanks, and Agricultural Trailers.
ANHYDROUS AMMONIA TOOLBARS
DRY FERTILIZER SPREADERS
WNDT GN SERIES WAGON
DUAL APPLICATOR
LIQUID NITROGEN SIDE-DRESS APPLICATORS
Excellent Cleanout Computer Balanced Auger Patented Hydraulic Flow Control Spout Balanced Tongue Weight Heavy Duty Driveline Unique Auger Design! The unique auger design puts the unloading spout next to the tractor cab, making it easier for the operator to see whats going on while unloading. No Other Grain Cart Offers This Level of Simplicity for the Operator!
SINCE 1960
ph. 419-375-2376 email: sales@jm-inc.com www.jm-inc.com North Dakota
Nebraska
South Dakota
PJ’S FARM SUPPLY
OREGON TRAIL EQUIPMENT
WESTSIDE IMPLEMENT
211 North Main Street Flasher, ND 58535 701-597-3694 TRAILERS FOR LIQUID TANKS
P.O. BOX 70 • EAST VAN BUREN • LENOX, IA 50851 PH. 1-641-333-4518 • 1-800-342-7498 FAX 1-641-333-4429 SERVICE PARTS FOR TOTE, MOBILITY & JTI EQUIPMENT
ELECTRONIC WEIGH SCALE SYSTEMS Accurate to within ONE-HALF PERCENT. Optional Dot Matrix Printer or Data Transfer System allows you to print receipt or download and store complete information on computer
KINDRED IMPLEMENT 321 Hwy. 46 Kindred, ND 58051 701-428-9119
1131 Hwy. 74, Fairfield, NE 68938 402-726-2181 745 North 13th St., Hebron, NE 68370 402-768-6077 1890 Idaho Street, Superior, NE 68978 402-879-3276 www.oregontraileq.com
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PREMIER EQUIPMENT, LLC
1801 E. Grand Crossing, Mobridge, SD 57601 605-845-5400 | Cell: 605-848-1344 Eureka, SD 605-284-2767 Isabel, SD 605-466-2119 | 877-464-2119 www.premierequipllc.com B17
4WD Utility Vehicles For Your Operation • 40-50 MPG • Enclosed cab • Heater • 1,000 lb. payload • 2 seats w/seatbelts • Dump trucks • Snowplows
Accessories Parts
• Front & rear receiver hitches • Tracks • Axle lock • Differential lock • Offering: Daihatsu, Mitsubishi, & Suzuki
Offering a complete line of equipment including: Headgates, Squeeze Chutes, Hydraulic Squeeze Livestock Equipment Chutes, Crowding Tubs, Alleys, Calf Tables, The For-Most Leader in Tip Chutes, Corral Cattle Handling Equipment Panels, Corral Gates and Tru-Test Scales 800-845-6103
For-Most
Service Conversions
208.410.0280 office
127 10th Street • Hawarden, Iowa 51023 Email: sales@for-most.com
www.for-most.com
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MADE in the
USA
Industries, Inc.
OVER
Caterpillar Folded/ Modular Core Conversion
Samsung 210 Oil Cooler
Tier 4 Custom Cooling Packages Radiator/Charge Air Cooler/Oil Cooler
John Deere Charge Air Coolers
Big Bud PTO Ag Core
10,000 Units In Stock
• GEN-SETS • HEAVY EQUIPMENT • WINDMILLS • STATIONARY PUMPS • SPECIALTY HARVEST EQUIPMENT • TRUCKS • DAIRY FEED TRUCKS • TRACTORS
WHAT CAN WE BUILD FOR YOU?
All Metal Replacements Kolbelco 250 Oil Cooler
Lorrich Industries, Inc. offers all-welded steel hopper bottom bins ranging from 52 bu. to 6700 bu. Superior construction techniques combined with the strongest materials used in the industry, results in the most rugged and longest lasting bins available.
www.lorrich.com 701-549-3333
Email: lorrich@utma.com Lorrich offers a variety of sizes and capacities to meet your specific needs
BOOST YIELDS with PureGrade Liquid Starter PureGrade Liquid Starter Fertilizer from Nutra-Flo allows seedlings to emerge faster and healthier in order to reach maximum production. PureGrade Liquid Starter Fertilizers
* Case IH Maxxum Series tractors combine efficient power with operator convenience to make loader and hay work more productive with 90 to 120 PTO horsepower. ®Case IH Puma Series tractors offer big tractor performance with ® mid-size versatility. Ranging from 105 to 195 PTO hp with CVT transmissions, they have the horsepower to handle both livestock and row crop tasks in mixed farm operations. Plus the new Case IH SCR engine technology brings a new level of fuel efficiency to your operation.
SEE US TODAY! OFFER ENDS SEPTEMBER 30, 2013.
North Dakota
Nebraska/North Dakota/Montana
FRONTIER WEST PLAINS, INC. * 350 4th Street NE, Beach, ND 58621 EQUIPMENT Case IH Maxxum Series tractors combine efficient power with operator convenience to make loader and hay work
Start your crops with adequate nutrition with PureGrade Liquid Fertilizer. PureGrade’s low-salt, high orthophosphate formulation allows the fertilizer to be used in close proximity to the seed, roots, and foliage for better fertilizer efficiency. Plus, with PureGrade Liquid Starter Fertilizer you’ll experience early growth in cold soils, reduced weed pressure, drier corn, and increased yields. Available in these grades: 9-18-9, 6-24-6, 3-18-18, 5-15-15, 10-10-10, and custom blends.
MicroSolutions™ Add MicroSolutions micronutrients to your N-P-K fertilization program. Our micronutrient packages can be customized to deliver the proper prescription of micronutrients to give your crops the boost they need for strong development and maximum yields.
13922 West Front St. 701-872-4154 Highway 12 East, Bowman, ND 701-523-3296 Williston, ND 58801 107 4th Street, Hettinger, ND 701-567-4505 701-774-0957 3484 I-94, Dickinson, ND 701-483-8741 866-774-0957 SEE US TODAY! OFFER ENDS SEPTEMBER 30, 2013. www.westplains.com STANLEY EQUIPMENT, INC. 8141 Highway 2, Stanley, ND 58784 701-628-2950
more productive with 90 to 120 PTO horsepower. ®Case IH Puma Series tractors offer big tractor performance with ® mid-size versatility. Ranging from 105 to 195 PTO hp with CVT transmissions, they have the horsepower to handle both livestock and row crop tasks in mixed farm operations. Plus the new Case IH SCR engine technology brings a new level of fuel efficiency to your operation.
* For commercial use only. Customer participation subject to credit qualification and approval by CNH Capital America LLC or CNH Capital Canada Ltd. See
your participating Case IH dealer for details and eligibility requirements. Down payment may be required. Offer good for a limited time. Not all customers or applicants may qualify. CNH Capital America LLC or CNH Capital Canada Ltd. standard terms and conditions will apply. Offer subject to change or cancellation without notice.
CNH Capital and Case IH are registered trademarks of CNH America LLC. www.caseih.com
GLASGOW IMPLEMENT
Highway 2 East, Glasgow, MT 59230 406-228-9341 | www.westplains.com * For commercial use only. Customer participation subject to credit qualification and approval by CNH Capital America LLC or CNH Capital Canada Ltd. See
your participating Case IH dealer for details and eligibility requirements. Down payment may be required. Offer good for a limited time. Not all customers or applicants may qualify. CNH Capital America LLC or CNH Capital Canada Ltd. standard terms and conditions will apply. Offer subject to change or cancellation without notice.
Visit www.puregrade.com or call 800-831-4815 to find a dealer near you. Plus, find our complete line of starter and foliar products, recommended rates of application, and how you can maximize your crop production.
CNH Capital and Case IH are registered trademarks of CNH America LLC. www.caseih.com
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Build for Your Future
Using Brock’s Experience for Your Success!
TANDEM QUICK-TRAK Model 3006
Nebraska
• Is capable of traveling at highway speeds. • One-piece feeder bar.
404 East B Street McCook, NE 69001 308-345-3194 | 800-638-9183
Extra heavy duty header trailer built to accommodate those 30’+ heads.
QUICK-TRAK 2000 HD
Holds up to a 30’ corn or grain head, “F” rated low profile tires, adjustable tongue, grain & corn brackets.
HOLT PIVOT SERVICE & REPAIR
707 6th Street, Gothenburg, NE 69138 308-537-3134 | Cell: 308-539-3956
BUCKLEY STEEL, INC.
87827 Swallow Rd., Ainsworth, NE 69210 402-387-0347 | 800-310-0347 www.buckleysteel.com
re Bins A ble Availa w! o Call N
646 BIG BALE TRANSPORT
6, 8, and 10 bale models available.
NEVILLE CONSTRUCTION, LLC
417 South 1st Street McCool Junction, NE 68401 402-724-2413 Email: nevilleconstruction@windstream.net www.nevilleconstruction.com Colorado
HALLMARK BUILDERS
Hauling capacity: Up to (8) 2000 lb. bales. Add two more bales with our carrier attachment.
ber! ST DAYS in Septem E V R A H R E K S U See us at H
1 Carrie Court, Fort Morgan, CO 80701 970-867-4848 Kansas
KEN BABCOCK SALES, INC.
With Products to Help You Profit
1858 220th Street, Hiawatha, KS 66434 785-544-6592 | 800-544-6530 www.kenbabcocksales.com
Boscobel, WI 53805
608-375-2656 or 800-873-1911 pmc@tds.net
www.pequeamachinecorp.com
Management Systems for Grain Storage, Conditioning, Drying and Handling
DEALER INQUIRIES WELCOME
• Control your grain marketing and maximize your profitability. • Market your grain on your terms. • Contact us today to learn more.
A dvA n c e d c o n t r o l s c U s t o M c o r n e r WAt e r PAt t e r n c o M P l e t e r A n g e o f P i vo t s e n g i n e e r e d s P r i n k l e r PAc k Ag e s g P s P o s i t i o n i n g & g U i dA n c e cUstoM PUMP systeMs vA r i A b l e r At e i r r i g At i o n coMPUter-Aided design W i r e l e s s i r r i g At i o n M A n Ag e M e n t s M A r t P H o n e A P P l i c At i o n
tHE LiNDSaY aDVaNtaGE
From A to Zimmatic the Lindsay advantage
Strong Long-LaSting DurabLe ruggeD eaSy to uSe PLug-anD-PLay FamiLy oF add-onS
And everything in between. Whether it’s pumping systems or customized corners, advanced controls or GPS positioning, there’s a product for every grower and every field. With so many choices and options, Zimmatic® by Lindsay can engineer a unique system that maximizes time, labor and water savings for each grower’s individual needs. Growers around the world rely on Zimmatic’s innovative technology supported by a network of knowledgeable dealers to add value, reduce risk and take full advantage of every growing season. To find out how the Lindsay Advantage can work for you year after year, visit www.lindsayadvantage.com or talk to your local dealer.
© 2012 Lindsay. All rights reserved. Zimmatic, FieldNET, Growsmart, Greenfield and Watertronics are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Lindsay Corporation.
THE PIVOT MAN, INC.
900 N. WASHINGTON ST., ABILENE, KS 67410
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HUSKER IRRIGATION 1515 South Lincoln St. Holdrege, NE 68949 308-995-8340 Cell: 308-991-2967 Email: huirrigation@ qwestoffice.net
FREY PIVOT SERVICE, INC.
54 Avenue 80 Stapleton, NE 69163 308-636-2327
NEBRASKA AG & IRRIGATION, INC. 609 South Meridian Cozad, NE 69130 308-784-2118 Cell: 308-529-3470
CORNHUSKER IRRIGATION
663 South 33rd Ave. Columbus, NE 68601 402-563-3382
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Are you the type of farmer who thinks out of the box?
NOW is the time to buy and get Federal and State Renewable Energy Rebates along with special factory direct incentives.
Twin Diamond Industries is asking for your business and your expertise.
1-877-347-7824 www.twindiamondind.com Manufacturers of the "Strip Cat" and an upcoming advanced twin row planter
BEXTRA $$$ Maximize Your Feed Dollars by Minimizing Your Feed Loss
OSU DROUGHT MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
Quality Metal Livestock Equipment We manufacture good quality metal livestock equipment designed to feed Cattle, Bison, Elk, Horses, Sheep, Hogs, Pountry & more.
Freestanding Corral Panels
Creep Feeders
“The Bextra is the BEST Feeder on the Market, Bar NONE!” • 12,000 lb. Axle is guaranteed for transport when feeder is full
US Patent No. 7,856,943
balanced effective efficient convenient economical durable
• New Highway rated 10-Ply Radials (Not Blems) on sixteen inch rims • Salt & Mineral attachment with Rubber Tubs • Full length Lid Deflector to prevent feed jamming in behind lid
The Bextra Bale Feeder demonstrates
• New Weatherproof Chutes open up to seven inches
hay savings of up to 75% over conven-
• Full Length Ladders inside and out for easy access to the top and inside of the feeder
tional feeders and consistent with more
• Exclusive Magic Panels offer 16 stalls for efficient feeding operation with simple open and closing to keep cows away from feed
costly and cumbersome cone feeders as proven in the OK State Study.
Call for a dealer near you and and save $ today
LMP— 1020 Angus Blvd.
Princeton, NE 68404 402-560-5385 Trevor L. Lienemann
www.lmp-lcc.com
Dealer inquires welcome
Bunk Feeders
19’
• Freestanding Corral panels come standard in 31ft lengths. • Custom lengths are available. • Swing gates come in 8 ft, 10ft, 12ft & 14ft sizes • 360° hinge for swing gate standard on all freestanding panels • Key hole gusset & chain to fasten panels together
• All rounded tubing & rubber belted trough are very safe & durable
204-425-3203
LEVEL WELDING
www.levelwelding.com
Level Welding Mfg. Ltd. • Box 100, Vita, MB ROA 2K0 September 2013
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TIRED OF APRON CHAINS? WE WERE TOO.
Thatʼs why we designed a quality, high class spreader thatʼs built to work the way you work. • 2-Stage Push with Moving Floor • Low-Maintenance Direct Drive System • Available with Vertical or Horizontal Beaters • 250, 400, & 550 Bushel Models
Built to Work the Way You Work
Pik Rite, Inc.
Donʼt take our word for it, see for yourself.
Call us at 800-326-9763 or visit us on the web at www.pikrite.com.
TRI-CITY CYCLE WORKS
13BF7506X7C
3234 W. Schimmer Grand Island, NE 68803 308-395-8800 Email: cycleworks04@yahoo.com
Take a Big Bite Out of Grinding. H-1130 Big Bite Tub Grinder
56885 Hwy. 136 Fairbury, NE 68352 402-729-2294
Dealer Inquiries Welcome!
Nebraska
KLEIN’S MOTOR & ELECTRIC
plugging
605 West B Street, McCook, NE 69001 308-345-4580 Email: kleinsparts@swnebr.net www.kleinsmotorelectric.com
conveyor
South Dakota
• High capacity PTO grinder • Heavy duty 50” (127 cm) hammermill • 40% more under screen area for less
GARBERS KAWASAKI
60 Pik Rite Lane Lewisburg, PA 17837
• Hydraulic folding 24” (61 cm) stacking • 200-315hp PTO tractor • Grinds hay, straw, stover, bark, mulch, brush
and branches up to 2” (5 cm) in diameter
The One Machine for a One Man Operation. 2655 Shortcut Balebuster • Patented shredder chamber handles bales in any
WESTSIDE IMPLEMENT
2033 West Hwy. 212, Clark, SD 57225 605-532-3484 | 800-479-3484 www.westsideimplement.com
TITAN MACHINERY - HURON
1701 U.S. Hwy. 14 West, Huron, SD 57350 605-352-8554 www.titanmachinery.com
condition
13BF7506X7C
• 40 flails with increased r.p.m. along with 9 slug
bars and max stripper kits produces consistently shorter cut • Increases feed efficiency • One man operation • Process hay, straw, silage and stover bales
Big Capacity. Big Power. Big Value. 2650 Balebuster • Patented shredder chamber handles bales
in any condition
• Right hand discharge • Self loading two bale processor • One man operation • Saves up to 30% on hay and straw • Great for bedding or erosion control
The Round-The-Clock Dinner Bell. CMF-830 Vertical Mixer
• Heavy-duty 88” twin screw augers mix rations fast
• Large 830 cu. ft. feed capacity with standard extension • Large front-center unloading door
• 36” discharge conveyor unloads left or right • Four point scale
• HD axles are oscillating to provide smooth,
even travel through rough feed lots
PREMIER EQUIPMENT, LLC
1801 E. Grand Crossing Mobridge, SD 57601 605-845-5400 | Cell: 605-848-1344 Eureka, SD 605-284-2767 Isabel, SD 605-466-2119 | 877-464-2119 www.premierequipllc.com
TITAN MACHINERY - PIERRE
29315 East Hwy. 14, Pierre, SD 57501 605-224-9247 www.titanmachinery.com North Dakota
FRONTIER EQUIPMENT
13922 West Front St., Williston, ND 58801 701-774-0957 | 866-774-0957 www.westplains.com
ERICKSON IMPLEMENT, INC.
6719 Hwy. 200, Carrington, ND 58421 701-652-2012 | 701-652-2821 800-343-1766 Minnesota
TITAN MACHINERY - WINGER
207 South Borud St., Winger, MN 56592 218-938-4131 Colorado
Grind & Store.
Manufacturer and Distributor New & Used Machines Replacement Parts Full Service Center Bin & Grain Vac Piping
GP-50 Grain Processor • High capacity grain grinder • 50” (127cm) hammermill with
B22
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triple hammer
• Choice of two baffled hoppers • Optional loading auger • Hydraulic folding stacking
conveyor
Christianson Systems, Inc. 20421 - 15th Street SE, Blomkest, MN 56216 (320) 995-6141 • (800) 328-8896 www.christianson.com
TRI-CITY TRUCK & EQUIPMENT, INC.
The Haybuster dealer network is committed to providing customers with the highest level of service and fast, dependable parts support.
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Do you want to put more corn from your field into your hopper? Do you want a more efficient corn harvest?
Corn Stalk Guide
*
by Kaler Farms *patent pending
The Corn Stalk Guide by Kaler Farms is a patent-pending aftermarket attachment for most poly corn head snouts. The product helps the corn stalks move into the combine more smoothly past the gathering chain – even with combine operators that are tired, with curves in the rows or with less than ideal conditions.
Before: Lots of area for corn to fall away from the head.
After: The Corn Stalk Guide narrows the area to guide the corn forward into the header.
Your Corn Fields, Our Corn Stalk Guide… Better Combining.
Kaler Farms www.kalerfarms.com 701-403-4977
TRACK YOUR HARVEST WITH A GRAIN TRACKER GT460 READOUT
ELK CREEK WELDING
& STEEL PRODUCTS INC. Brush Grapple
TOUCH SCREEN AVAILABLE
This new technology works with a rotation counter on your grain cart and is fully automated to record and store field weights. Data is transferred by USB flash drive to your computer.
Boost your drilling accuracy and cut f i e l d t i m e w i t h S C A L E -T E C ’ S PAT E N T E D KITS FOR DRILLS
SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO ELIMINATE CAB CLUTTER!
SCALE LINK™ is the future!
Implement Caddy DN345 Fer tilizer Spreader Kit • Kits available for all brands of fertilizer applicators and tenders
Post Hole Digger
• Bolt on kits for easy installation • Some units utilize our Universal Kits • 99.5% accurate
NEW & USED SCALES For…
Sioux Steel • American Building Components • Westendorf • Koyker
www.elkcreekwelding.com to learn more information on our products, or call
402-335-2610 September 2013
Use existing virtual terminal as scale indicator interface display. For use with all brands of implements. ISOBUS Compatible Scale Link™ communicates and adapts for use with many different brands of virtual terminal displays..
Delivery Available!
• Bulk Seed Equipment • Grain Carts • Platform Scales • Feed Wagons • Gravity Wagons • Grinders • Pallet Scales
• Livestock Scales • Custom Applications • Bin/hoppers • Portable Scales • CCS Planters
SCALE-TEC KITS for every style and size grain carts.
www.scale-tec.com
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T H O U G H T
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Borrowing is Not the Answer for Financial Obligations Detroit has become the largest U.S. city to date to file for bankruptcy. Saddled with more than $18 billion in debt, a number of factors have been blamed for Detroit’s descent into financial disaster. Tax revenues have shrunk, and one of Detroit’s biggest financial obligations is workers pensions. A recent governor’s statement said that 38 cents of every city dollar goes toward debt repayment, legacy costs and other obligations.
I Timothy 6:6-10: But Godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and we will take nothing out. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. People who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge men into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil.
I surely don’t have all the answers, but you just can’t spend much more than you take in and wish for miracles to happen, or someone else to bail you out. Our United States Government is actually doing worse than Detroit. We are borrowing 40 cents on every dollar that we spend and Obamacare will cause us to borrow more yet. I am not saying Obamacare is good or bad, just that it is not paid for, like Detroit’s pensions weren’t. And we can’t blame the people who were working 30 to 50 years ago and are now collecting their pension money. Borrowing is not the answer for paying off obligations. The easiest answer is across the board cuts for everyone in order to balance the budget–whether that be 10%, 20% or more. Not easy to do by any stretch, but probably the most responsible solution. I still remember when our Grandparents wouldn’t buy anything unless they had all the money in hand or in the bank, and borrowing was not an option. Now that was responsible spending in my opinion! Our Government once operated in a similar fashion. God expects better of us also. He has enlisted in us many opportunities to be stewards of His ‘stuff’. We have become used to getting what we want, when we want it – instant gratification. We forget that we used to be very happy with less, or at least waiting until we could afford what it was we wanted.
Matthew 16:26: What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his own soul? Philippians 4:11-13: I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. And finally, some words of wisdom and confidence from Paul to us in Hebrews 13:1-5: Keep on loving each other as brothers. Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it. Remember those in prison as if you were their fellow prisoners, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering. Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral. Keep your lives free from the love of money and be CONTENT with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you: never will I forsake you.” When we put our eyes and thoughts on God’s Word and plans, we can be content and happy. When our outlook aligns with God, a future ending in Heaven, material ‘stuff’ on earth will not become as important, and whether we have it (or not) won’t influence our Positive Outlook on Eternal Life. God Bless... Steve Huneke
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Berry Picking Season is Here Whoever coined the phrase “life is just a bowl of berries” must have been thinking of dessert on our farm in summer. Our fingers are stained a bluish-purple from an afternoon of picking. Since late June, berries from the garden have been making their way into bowls on the kitchen table. Strawberries, that delicious fruit, are fairly easy to grow. With several varieties planted, the season begins with our favorite, an heirloom variety that my farmer’s family has grown here for decades. It is a small berry that is a deep red through and through, and has me crawling through the plants for two weeks in search of the exquisite berry that freezes well. The other strawberry varieties are appreciated also, giving us almost a month of fresh from the garden strawberry eating. Once those are done, there is an explosion of berries all clamoring for our taste buds, requiring different modes of picking, exercise and danger. The sunshine is good. The gooseberry blooms early and from its spot in the garden their flowers are often ignored. This year the crop looks good. As we have shared them with many of the visitors to the farm the last few weeks. It is fun to watch their reaction and hear how they describe the taste. Depending on the gooseberry ripeness it can be tart, sweet, or both. I hear they are good in pies, but we tend to eat gooseberries fresh or frozen without sugar. They almost need a ‘be careful’ sign warning of the thorns one encounters when reaching for the fruit that grows all along the stems. Biting flies and mosquitoes find a stationary berry picker. My arms and legs bear scratches from picking gooseberries (or is it from the wild black raspberries?). Their canes also have nasty thorns, but at least the ‘black caps’ are borne high on the
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More Than a Match for This Crazy World: 4-H As I spoke to the crowd at the Burke County Fair, one could not help but notice the large 4-H banner hanging as a backdrop to the self-made alter. It was symbolic of the message, for which 4-H was the centerpiece of a podium adorned with a hand carved cross and a bouquet of flowers from the funeral of Larry Swensen, a board member of the Burke County Fair. Mr. Swenson was a strong advocate of 4-H, the fair, and the state of North Dakota. His untimely death leaves a big void in the community for which he served his entire life. His legacy will be honored by 4-H and the fair by a proposed permanent commemorative, yet to be announced. A replica of the handcrafted diamond willow cross, a tree that is native to the Burke County Fairgrounds., is available upon request. OBSERVATION: While at the fair, I took the time to observe some of the livestock judging, and couldn’t believe that I was seeing animals as good as any I’ve judged at any county fair in the country. Though the fair has declined in stature since I was a kid, the quality of the livestock has improved exponentially over the years, thanks to the influence of 4-H. The entire fair board is to be commended for putting on a fair that exceeded all expectations, and marks a new beginning for a fair that has been in a declining mode for several years. The fair board members are all new since my involvement some fifty years ago. And with the passing of Mr. Swenson and Mr. Nielsen there will be ever-new faces to carry the fair forward. (Look for people with a positive vision of bigger and better things to come.) Mr. Nielson joined the board in 1956, the year I graduated from both 4-H and high school, but would like to have shared his passion for the fair. Mr. Swenson’s time on the board was cut far too short, but it seems that Steve Pederson is picking up the slack, moving the fair forward at an enthusiastic pace. Just as 4-H is the centerpiece of the Burke County Fair, so it is with most counties
across the country; thus it is of utmost importance that we continue to financially support 4-H. As less and less money is being federally appropriated toward 4-H, it should be our objective to not only raise enough money to keep our 4-H programs alive and well, but to philosophically and politically up-grade 4-H to a higher level of credibility. From the County to the National scene there has to be a newfound recognition of the importance of 4-H. Both Congress and County Supervisors have to recognize that 4-H is about building character and leadership. The purpose of the projects is to teach skills, but understanding the value of relationships and how to maintain them is far more important that that of finishing a steer or baking a cake. Would this country be in the financial mess that it’s in if our current leaders were as astute as our founding fathers? The government, way back in the late 1800’s, saw fit to create 4-H, realizing that this country would be built on the backs of its youth. The only thing that has changed in all those years is our deviation from our roots. Greed and a self-serving bureaucracy that can’t see beyond me first have watered down those solid Christian values. Giving bailouts to failed a company that, in turn, reward incompetency with multimillion dollar bonuses, is like giving trophies and purple ribbons to he/she who stands at the bottom of the class. How can we justify such financial waste while at the same time say there isn’t enough money to support 4-H? Rewarding failure, while penalizing success makes little or no sense to me! What kind of a role model have we become for our kids? The younger generation is going to have to pay for our mistakes, but let’s not compound the situation by removing the one model in our life that has stood the test of time and produced a platform of stability and leadership. 4-H is the one constant from which many of us draw strength and measure competitive standards in life. The standard bearer of 4-H is that of teaching kids to be good stewards of their life and the lives of those they affect. Life isn’t just about doing for you; it is equally that of doing for
others. The more you give, the more you get back in return! 4-H instills these values in a way that leaves a lifetime impression. Do we really want to see our kids cheated out of this, one of life [continued on next page]
PONY TALES By Ponty
My Personal 4-H Achievement Though the love of horse racing was clearly my passion, it was those 4-H values of HEAD - HEART - HANDS and HEALTH that most impacted my life, as exemplified by the following story. It was a typical Saturday chore day back on the farm, doing those extra things that never got done during the week. The only thing different about this Saturday was the urgency to get it all done early enough to attend an afternoon county 4-H activities meeting. It was obvious that my Dad was more engaged than usual, and finally, he just couldn’t hold it back any longer and blurted out, “I’m not supposed to tell you this, but you’re going to get a big award this afternoon!” He didn’t tell me what it was, but it was pretty obvious that this was his cue for telling me to kick it into high gear and be prepared to be at my best. This meant dressing a little nicer, being on time, and on my best behavior. There is this ol’ folklore about dads living their lives vicariously through their son. This was the epiphany of this all too familiar scenario. Just as Dad was always front and center in his involvement in all of my 4-H projects, this occasion was the “icing on the cake”. He just couldn’t contain himself in the exuberance of the moment. When the county extension agent, Johnson, presented me with the Alpha Gamma Rho state achievement award it was like the most special thing that had ever happened in my life. A gold,
personalized watch to be held in perpetuity was second only to that of my parents’ sense of pride. Though there are times when working on the farm that 0ne’s finest jewelry shouldn’t be worn, it was such a statement of achievement that I just couldn’t take it off. But much to the chagrin of my mother, I accidently lost it while moving machinery from one field to another. It slipped off my arm, in the most precarious of situations, and later retrieved in that of an unbelievable fluke. It was my mother’s relentless determination of faith that found her following an old country road grader down the road that she had been searching with a fine-tooth comb. In her mind it was a lost cause, except that she and God had a working relationship like none other. The sun was shining brighter and higher than I had ever seen it, and sure enough there was this bright glistening reflection; almost blinding as she went for the light. It was the watch! There was nothing that could upstage this experience, except maybe the following year when I was enrolled in college. The announcement wasn’t so dramatic, but, nonetheless still exciting. It was a more formal notice, as I again had been selected for he State Achievement Award. This time it was a trip to 4-H Congress in Chicago, leadership involvement that more clearly defined my purpose and direction in life.
YOUR VOICE IN THE MARKETING PLACE OF YOUR CHOICE Ken E. Knight is the author of the “Knightro Report”, a nationally syndicated livestock-marketing column, which is featured in this publication on a regular basis. Mr. Knight is a graduate of North Dakota State University, with a major BS Degree in Meat and Animal Science and a minor in Communications. In addition to being a professional auctioneer, public speaker and livestock judge, he brings many years of corporate level meat and livestock market management and expertise to the industry for which he now serves as an independent voice of shared knowledge and experience.
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With a Shivvers computerized drying system you can dry your crops as fast as you can combine. Whether your drying needs are 2,000 or 20,000 bushels a day, Shivvers has a system for you. Let us help design a system that’s right for you. Call or stop in today!
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USED LISTINGS: MC 970 805 bu., all heat, 230 volt ‘90 MC 970, 230 volt, natural gas, 500BH dry & cool, 900 bu., all heat Farm Fans - 420J, 480 volt, LP ‘01 Deluxe 30, 230 volt, 980 bu.,, all heat, 2-30 hp fans 975-980 bu. all heat, natural gas, 30, 480 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
KLEIN’S MOTOR & ELECTRIC 605 West B Street, McCook, NE 69001 308-345-4580 | Email: kleinsparts@swnebr.net www.kleinsmotorelectric.com
USED LISTINGS: 1991 NH 9030 w/loader & grapple , 4380 hrs....... $25,000 1982 AC 8030, 400 hrs. on new engine, 6673 hrs..$19,500 2001 NH 688 Round Baler, 1000 PTO, twine, endless belts....................................................$11,500 2008 NH BR7090, 1000 PTO, extra sweep, net...... $29,500 2008 NH WI30B Wheel Loader, 4204 hrs.................$75,000 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
ROEHRS MACHINERY, INC. 1512 North 6th St., Beatrice, NE 68310 402-228-3319 Hebron, NE 402-768-7266
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609 South Meridian, Cozad, NE 69130 308-784-2118 | Cell: 308-529-3470 USED LISTINGS: Several sizes of used JD irrigation engines Parker 1039 Grain Cart Parker 839 Grain Cart Parker 739 Grain Cart Meridian 110 Seed Tender
WYOMING HEARTLAND KUBOTA LLC 2450 Heartland Drive, Sheridan, WY 82801 307-672-8011 | www.heartlandkubota.com
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TRACTORS
Cub Cadet 7275 27HPDSL Tractor w/loader and mower, SN# 2327004420.............................................................................. $9,900 New Holland TC29D MFD Tractor w/mower, SN# G037898, nice...$18,500 John Deere 8650, Excellent tires, Nice...........................................$35,000 Case IH 4210 MFD Tractor w/loader, SN# JJE0926231, 2400 hrs............................................................. $21,000 1998 Case IH MX 90C, cab, A/C, MFD, with loader, 5000 hrs....... $31,000 1991 Case IH 9270 4WD 12 speed, SN# JCB0027854.................$48,000 Case IH STX500 4WD, New Tires, SN# JEE0104677, 3998 hrs.. $189,000 2008 Case IH STX 485 Quad, SN# Z7F108359, 1500 hrs, Nice...$235,000 2011 Case IH STX 535 Quad w/ 3 pt hitch, SN# ZAF122076, 1700 hrs............................................................$275,000 Case 75XT Skid Steer, SN# JAF00255481..................................... $15,900 2007 Case 440CT Track Skid Steer, cab, heat, A/C, 2750 hrs....... $39,900 2008 Case 465 Skid Steer Loader, cab, heat, A/C, radio, 1200 hrs..$40,950 NEW Case SV250 Skid Steer Loader..............................................$52,300
PLANTER/TILLAGE
Wilrich 34' Field Cultivator w/mulcher............................................. $2,900 John Deere 985-54' Field Cultivator..............................................$22,500 2005 John Deere 2210-54' Field Cultivator w/ mulcher, SN# N02210X000455.....................................................................$49,500 DMI 730B - 18' Ecolotiger w/leads................................................ $18,000 Case IH 730C 18' cushion gang w/leads, SN# JFH0037979........$37,500 Case IH 870 - 22' (11 shank) w/o Drag, SN# JFH0043544.........$52,000 Case IH 870 - 22' (11 shank) w/o Drag, SN# JFH0043153..........$52,000 Case IH 870 Ecolotiger - 22' (11 Shank) w/o Drag, SN# JFH0043545............................................................................$58,000 Case IH 870 Ecolotiger - 22' w/spike harrow, SN# JFH0043196, Excellent...........................................................$68,000 Case IH 870 Ecolotiger - 26' (13 Shank) w/o Drag, SN# JFH0043154.............................................................................$62,000 Case IH MRX 690 Ripper (7 shank) SN# JFH003082...................$20,500 IHC 770-15' Offset Disc, good...........................................................$7,900
Case IH 1680 Combine, SN# 28549, Good Unit............................$26,900 ...............................................................................Price Reduced $22,000 Case IH 1680, SN# JJC0047997, 3900 hrs.................................... $31,000 ...............................................................................Price Reduced $29,000 Case IH 1680 Combine w/ Recent Engine Major, SN# JJC0047059..............................................................................$33,500 ...............................................................................Price Reduced $31,000 Case IH 2188 Combine, SN# JJC0189868, 3761/2563 hrs.................................................................................$69,000 ...............................................................................Price Reduced $59,000 1998 Case IH 2388 Combine, SN# JJC0197410, 4080/2996 hrs.................................................................................$74,000 ...............................................................................Price Reduced $64,000 Case IH 8120 Combine, SN#YAG210122, 792E/576R hrs.........$299,000 1020-25' Flex Head, SN# 3114......................................................... $4,500 Case IH 1020-25' w/ Crary Air Reel, SN# JJC0057229...................$7,900 Case IH 1020-25' Flex Head, SN# JJC0316690, 3' Cutting............ $9,000 Case IH 1020-30' Flex Head w/ Field Tracker, SN# JJC0326886, 3" Cutting...........................................................$11,000 1083 8R30 Corn Head, SN# JJC0151157........................................$11,500 Case IH 1083 8R30 Corn Head, SN# JJC0243541........................ $15,900 Case IH Clark-Built 8R30 Corn Head XO, Plastic Dividers, Nice... $18,500 2006 Case IH 2608 8R30 Chopping Corn Head, SN# 716N27001...............................................................................$49,000 2008 Drago 12R30 Chopping Corn Head, SN# 27118, Nice........$85,000 Parker 500 Grain Cart w/ Front Fold Auger......................................$7,000 J & M 435 Grain Cart w/Tarp, SN# 5107..........................................$8,900
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Case IH MX or STX 500 lb. rear wheel weights.........................Each $500 Complete 3-pt. Hitch Assembly (off STX535)............................... $10,000 Taylor-Way 15' Batwing Mower, Good.............................................. $9,500 2011 Woods 1800Q 15' Batwing mower, nice................................$14,900 Cub Cadet 3235 25HP w/60" Deck, 200 hrs................................... $4,200 Snowblower for MTD or similar lawn tractor........................................$100 Refurbished Bixby Corn Stove (only used in our location)..............$1,500
COMBINE & HARVEST EQUIPMENT
1991 Case IH 1660 Combine, SN# JJC0102684...........................$29,000 ...............................................................................Price Reduced $26,000
We Rent Skidsteers, Shredders & Rippers Email: pedersonsag@runestone.net • www.pedersonsag.com
She lost her home, too. It only takes seconds for a lifetime of memories to go up in flames. Unfortunately, as we grow older, our risk of dying in a home fire goes up dramatically. If you are age 50 or older, please pay special attention to fire safety. For your well-being and others you love. • Never wear loose clothing when you’re cooking.
• Don’t smoke when you’re sleepy— and really put that cigarette out. • Keep heaters at least three feet from your bed, curtains, or other flammable materials.
• Test your smoke alarms monthly; change the batteries at least once a year.
• Develop and practice a fire escape plan. • If at all possible, install home fire sprinklers.
To find out more about lowering your risk of fire death and injury, visit www.usfa.fema.gov/50Plus.
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BUSINESS SERVICES WE BUY LIFE INSURANCE POLICIES for a cash settlement. Contact RELIANT GROUP, INC. at 800-457-2315. 9/13
FENCING & SUPPLIES FOREVER POST 4”x7’ pointed, plastic fence post. 1.5”x7”x8’ deck boards. Dealers wanted: Contact HAENSEL DISTRIBUTING, John
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FINANCING EQUIPMENT FINANCING & LEASING - 100% Financing - No tax returns for deals up to $150,000 for established business. “A” thru “Challenged Credit”. New or Used. Call Barbara at J&L CAPITAL RESOURCES 800-818-2883 or 559-897-6960, or visit our website www.jlcapital.com. 9/13
711 acres of excellent land with a PI of 80 on the Knife River. Beautiful home, shop, large heated garage, newer barn and corrals. Super neat and clean with nice home and outbuildings. Deer, pheasant and duck hunting. Additional land available for lease. $1,550,000.
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400 acres of excellent land with Raymond Creek running through it. Grass land is in excellent condition. Nice home and quonset with good roads to the property. Deer, pheasant and duck hunting. $650,000.
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FISH Pond stocking fish, white Amurs-moss eating fish, channel catfish, large mouth bass, hybrid bluegill, fat-head minnows, bluegill, hybrid bass, perch, walleye, croppies, and more. Deliveries by UPS or truck. Red ears and spawning mats to improve your pond and lake. Call Randy Beemer at BEEMER FISHERIES in Bedford, IA at 800-537-5671, 712-532-3451 or www.beemerfisheries.com. 9/13 FISH-FISH-FISH:
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HAY & HAY EQUIPMENT ROUND BALER BELTING AMERICAN MADE: Largest dealer in U.S.
Original Belting for all round balers including new John Deere - in stock! Save hundreds $$! Free shipping anywhere! No 800#, just best prices. Since 1973. MC/Visa/Discover/Am. Express or C.O.D. Contact HAMMOND EQUIPMENT in Faundale, AL 36738, phone 334-627-3348, or visit our website at www.balerbelts.com. 9/13
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IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT USED IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT: 6”, 8” & 10” alum. and PVC pipe; main line and used fittings; 6,000’ 8”x20” PVC pipe. 11/13 Call SENKBILE FARM at 308-946-3396.
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WANT TO BUY WANTED: New Holland Bale Wagons, all sizes. Farmhand accumulators and forks. John Deere silage choppers. We have N.H. bale wagons for sale. Contact ROEDER IMPLEMENT in Seneca, KS by calling 785-336-6103. 9/13 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WANTED: Caterpiller cable scrapers, LEVER HOLDINGS INC. 306-682-3332. 9/13
Line it with a custom drop-in liner. Made to order. Just send the measurements of your tank. Materials for potable and irrigation water storage. We also make ditch and stream liners for easy water transferring.
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Irrigation engines can be more affordable with a fuel mixer
Another benefit they have reported is oil change intervals could be longer with the fuel mix versus the straight diesel. The Dual Fuel Mixer comes in a kit, and the cost is $1,595. For more information, email jeff@donhardyracecars.com or call 254592-4694.
Realize saving of up to $3.00 per hour, per engine using a Dual Fuel Mixer
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Just ten years ago, diesel fuel was the fuel of choice for irrigation engines. At that time, is was much cheaper than natural gas. Producers started purchasing diesel engines and abandoning natural gas.
Dyna Flo, Inc. announces the Dyna Flo Pump General Irrigation is licensed in sales, design and installation of deep well and submersible pumps with 40+ years’ handson experience. We have been selling and installing electric pumps, diesel-driven pumps and PTO pumps for irrigation and industrial applications. We have extensive knowledge in handling water and a subsurface and surface dewatering division.
Today, things are different. Diesel fuel has tripled in price since 2000. Producers had to do something to make operating irrigation engines more affordable. They started mixing natural gas with diesel, and discovered they saved $80-100 on average per day, per engine.
Throughout the years, we have had many calls from farmers and contractors desiring a flood pump that would pump 3,000 gallons per minute without exhausting their budget. Four years ago, General Irrigation created the Dyna Flo Pump.
electric, with a high pressure option. The pump can be used for flood control, emptying sloughs, flooding rice ponds and cranberry ponds as well as for water transfer. For more information about this pump, visit www.dynaflopump.com. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Syntex Industries offers vinyl tarps and so much more Syntex Industries provides replacement tarps and tarp kits for wagons, grain carts, grain trailers, seed and fertilizer wagons, side dumps, belly dumps, and truck boxes. Syntex tarps are available in 18 or 22 oz. vinyl material. The roll tube pockets and stationary tube pockets are double stitched to provide a long lasting hold. All seams are heat sealed which provides a water tight seal. Syntex will do repairs on tarps, as well.
Elk Creek Model 500
• Dual wheels: 90” wide center to center (std. width for 30” rows - wider row spacings by special order) • Frame: 8” square/rectangular tubing • Front hitch: forged steel pintle style with safety chain and jack • Hydraulic depth control valve Elk Creek Welding & Steel Products, Inc. also has bale and portable feeders, panels and fence, feed bins, chutes, tubs, alleys, portable buildings and tree shears. For more information, contact Elk Creek Welding & Steel Products, Inc., Formerly Elk Creek Engineering, Elk Creek, NE 68348, 6 Miles South of Tecumseh, NE on Hwy. 50, phone 402-335-2610, or visit our website at www.elkcreekwelding.com. Delivery available! Dealers wanted! –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Electric roll tarp kits are another option they offer over the manual roll tarp kits, and they carry a complete line of roll tarp hardware.
Don Hardy developed a dual fuel mixer for diesel engines to combine natural gas and diesel. The fuel mixing process could then be done economically, by all producers. In the spring of 2007, Hardy and Leon New, an engineer with the Texas Cooperative Extension Service in Amarillo, tested this mixer on three engines in Floyd County. Two engines were Case IH engines–one waas a turbo-charged, and the other engine, a 4-cylinder non-turbo. The third engine was a John Deere 4T100. During the testing, straight diesel was used, followed by a diesel and natural gas mix. The dual fuel outperformed the diesel on all three engines. The Case 4-cylinder had a savings of $1.06 per hour; the John Deere saved $2.40 per hour, and the Case turbo saved a whopping $3.55 per hour. From a fuel savings standpoint, mixing propane and diesel might have been yet an even cheaper mix–but propane proved to be more cost prohibitive, and made the engines run hotter. Hardy says the mixture of natural gas and diesel is “the way to go”, and his mixer is designed to reduce the high costs of running irrigation engines.
We decided it keep it simple using proven technology. The water lube bearings and spiders are similar to what a deep well turbine is built with. The packing box and gland are similar to what a centrifugal pump would use, and the lower end has a greaseable bearing like a turbine pump would. We incorporated an adjustable swivel on the hitch to more easily adapt to ditches, canals and sump holes. Sand collars are used to deflect silt and sand away from the water lube bearing retainers. Marine-style wheel bearings with springloaded grease cups will resist water contamination, and has only one greaseable high thrust ball bearing on the drive line behind the PTO shaft. The Dyna Flo pump operates at 1,000 RPM and will produce 3,000 GPM at approx. 15 feet of lift. The 12”x50’ hoses are fitted with ring lock ends. Also for 540 PTO and
For more information, contact Syntex Industries, 510 13th Street N., Humboldt, IA 50548. Call 515-332-3265, email: info@ syntexindustries.com or visit their website at www.syntexindustries.com. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
3-point implement caddies from Elk Creek Welding & Steel Products The new Model 500 from Elk Creek Welding & Steel Products is designed for mounting tank or hopper on frame. (Frame does not raise and lower - only the rear hitch.)
FarmTek will be hosting a Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) School September 17-19, 2013. This three day workshop will take place at their campus in Dyersville, IA and participants will take part in three, one-day sessions focusing on hydroponic growing, fodder production and aquaponics. Each session and will provide attendees with instruction and hands-on experience in these areas. The purpose of these sessions is to educate growers of any background about the variety of controlled environment agriculture opportunities. The hydroponics portion of the event will discuss production factors, troubleshooting, disease control, marketing produce and more. The fodder curriculum will cover using fodder in livestock operations, system components, sanitation, producing microgreens for high-end markets and more. The introduction to aquaponics will go over the basics of fish
Features include: • Lift capacity: 15,000 lbs. • Carrying capacity: 27,000 lbs. total with 3,000 lbs. on hitch
In the past few years, several producers using the mixer have reported their fuel cost savings has been very substantial. Hardy said producers have told him they have savings of over $3.00 per hour by using the mixer over straight diesel, and have had gains of 100-150 rpm from their engines.
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Take part in the Controlled Environment Agriculture School at FarmTek®
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farming, the connection between hydroponic vegetable production and fish farming, how to construct aquaponic systems to produce at a variety of levels and more. The CEA school costs $995.00, which includes three nights lodging and lunch each day. As an added bonus, if a complete hydroponic, fodder or aquaponic system is purchased after completion of the school, the cost of the school will be deducted from the purchase. If a system has already been purchased from FarmTek, the cost of the CEA school is free. Registration is currently open for the September 17-19, 2013 CEA school. Attendance is limited to 24 people. For more information and instructions on how to register, call 1-800-327-6835 or visit www. FarmTek.com/TechCenter. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Harvest dry land corn with equipment you already own Do you use the draper header that you harvest grain or beans with to also harvest dry land corn crops? Flexxifinger Corn Harvest Pans™ now make that a reality. Flexxifinger QD Industries, the industry leader in innovative crop lifters has done it again by designing a Corn Harvest Pan™ that works on most regular draper headers. New varieties of corn have increased the area where corn can be grown, moving west and north in the USA and even north into Canada. Flexxifinger in Saskatchewan has great news for the first time corn grower - you can now harvest dry land corn with equipment you already own. Field testing in North Dakota in 2012 by first time corn grower, Rob Narum of Bowman, ND, produced very good results. Narum planted corn in 2012 to add to his rotation with the other crops he grows including winter wheat, spring wheat, sunflowers, safflowers, field peas and canola. 2012 was a dry year in North Dakota and Narum’s corn yielded approximately 70 bushels to the acre. He used a Case IH 45’ flex draper header to harvest the corn and said the pans worked well, and are a really good option for harvesting corn in these conditions. This option saved him the expense of a single purpose corn head. Narum will be trying the pans in other crops in 2013 to see if he will be able to harvest all his crops using just one header. Modern combines are easily able to chop the corn leaves and stalks and spread the residue out on the land or the chopper can be disabled and the corn residue can be dropped for pick up with a baler. This may mean an extra source of income which is always welcome. Harvesting corn with our Corn Harvest Pans™ leaves your field ready for spring seeding.
September 2013
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Top View The Corn Harvest Pans™ use Flexxifinger’s unique patented QD™ (quick detach/attach) system. The QD™ hardware is mounted on the header then the Corn Harvest Pans™ are clicked onto the QD™ hardware. After the corn has been harvested, the Corn Harvest Pans™ can be removed from the header in about a half an hour... quick and simple. Flexxifinger QD Industries Inc., makers of the original and hugely successful Pulse Crop Lifter, the Heavy Duty Lifter for cereal crops and the FlexxiFloat™ system of lifter for a variety of crops and field conditions, are very excited about this latest product and how it will help corn growers. The corn pans are Flexxifinger’s latest innovation, making our lifters The Choice of Mechanized Farmers Worldwide™. For more information, log onto www. flexxifinger.com or call 800-544-8512. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Leasing hunting rights provides income and peace of mind Base Camp Leasing provides a service of finding hunters and handling the paperwork when landowners want to lease the hunting rights to their property. Hunting rights are an additional source of income at no added expense to the landowner. Base Camp Leasing finds the hunters, supplies liability insurance, handles all the contracts, and notifies hundreds of qualified lessees about the land. Base Camp Leasing pioneered the hunting lease industry in 1999 when the President, Steve Meng, moved across country to the Midwest and couldn’t find a place to hunt. Base Camp Leasing now operates in 25 states where hunting leases are a common way for hunters to secure hunting land, often going back to the same piece of property year after year. Deer and turkey rate number one in demand, then waterfowl and upland game, but that will vary by state. When landowners let anyone hunt on their land, it can become difficult to keep track of who is hunting and when, not to mention the number of hunters. The landowner can feel good knowing that conscientious sportsmen are enjoying their property, as well as knowing the names and number of people authorized to hunt.
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Growth in the hunting lease industry is expected to continue as more people become familiar with the concept, as hunting land gets harder and harder to find, as farmers look for ways to reduce wildlife pressure, and as landowners look for ways to make additional income. The free information packet that Base Camp mails out includes samples of the paperwork and information about hunting leases. Base Camp Leasing retains a fee for services, but there is no out-of-pocket expense for the landowner. Base Camp Leasing can be reached at 866309-1507, visit www.basecampleasing.com, or email ellen@basecampleasing.com. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Eliminate the dangerous and dirty manual clean out of headers Goodwin Industries has a corn header sweep for you Pictured on the right is a header sweep built and manufactured by Goodwin Industries Inc. of Burns, KS. The header sweep is designed to sweep in down corn, broken stalks, and dry leaf buildup. This in turn eliminates dangerous and dirty manual clean out of the header. This is done with drag arms connected to a crank shaft, which continuously pulls the stalks into the auger.
Pictured: Header sweep built and manufactured by Goodwin Industries
With this design, the drag arms pull back, pickup, and move forward, set down and pull back again. This unit can be left on and in use at all times. It is not big and bulky and will not hinder good standing corn. You just put it on and let it run. The header sweep is powered by a hydraulic motor connected to the reel drive which allows for variable speed adjustment. Each drag arm is connected to a spring bar, which allows for tension release when necessary. Also, by using a “V” belt drive slippage is possible when needed. The design allows for easy installation on most headers. Contact Goodwin Industries, Inc., 215 West Broadway, Burns, KS 66840, phone: 620726-5281, or www.goodwinsweep.com.
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Pond aeration windmills: Why American Eagle beats the competition, Reasons 1-7 (Out of 21) 1. American Eagle: the bellow is by Firestone, which can last 15 to 20 years under a heavy duty 2,000# truck. The competition: Diaphragms need replacement as early as two years. 2. American Eagle: Bellow most volume of air; 3 to 6 cfm with a 10 – 15 mph wind–even more at 15 – 27 mph wind. The competition: Diaphragms 1 to 3 cfm– maximum. 3. American Eagle: High volume is more important than high pressure. American Eagle puts out only 8 to 9 psi but can supply up to six diffusers. The competition: Diaphragm more pressure, but can only supply a maximum of two diffusers. 4. American Eagle: 8 to 9 psi will supply one diffuser 14 to 16 feet. The competition: Diaphragms will pump deeper but with very little volume of air. The deeper you pump, the less volume. 5. American Eagle: Bellow warranty, five years. The competition: Diaphragm warranty–ZERO! 6. American Eagle: 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1-year warranty with an emailed picture of the defective part–and it ships out FREE the same day. The competition: Diaphragm warranty policy states the part may need to be shipped from as far away as Canada to be evaluated–then determined if it is the customers fault. Any new part will be shipped at the customer’s expense for parts, plus shipping both ways. (This can take months. We know a Diaphragm customer still waiting over a year.) 7. American Eagle: Pump action is a huge 1 and 3/4” stroke some call intermittent. Most pumps are. The Eagles huge volume of air creates the most effective method of water circulation. More air, more circulation. The competition: Only 1/2” stroke, also intermittent. Less volume of air results in much less water circulation. For fourteen more reasons to choose American Eagle, visit our website at www. pondaeration.com/before.html. For more information, call Joe Mescan at American Eagle Windmills, 440-2363278; fax 440-236-5496 or email joem@ pondaeration.com. You may also visit online at www.pondaeration.com.
See our “Compare” video on our web site (www.pondaeration.com) to see why 100% of who compare ‘hands on’ buy the American Eagle.
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product spotlight» Waste less hay with a hay saving animal feeder
Additionally, many items can be customized to customer specifications, and JBM offers farmers a range of options and tire choices to suit their specific application.
Greenacres Hay Saving Feeders have moved from Clarinda to Prairie City, Iowa. Greenacres Hay Saving Feeders are made from 3/4” solid steel rods, with double welded joints, and reinforced corners. The joints are welded with 50,000 lb. tensile wire, making these the best built feeders on the market today.
cab while the next post is being placed. The 10’ chain can be used as a plumb-bob for the operator or to pull posts. With only 1 grease fitting and minimal moving parts, the Nitro will provide years of low cost operation. One tank of nitrogen will provide approximately 150 to 200 hours of work. A low center of gravity allows for ease of use, storage, and transport. Kencove offers a 1 year warranty on the Nitro post driver. (Warranty excludes chain and hook.)
Business has not been without its share of difficult times. A shop fire gutted the manufacturing facility late in 2012, shutting down production until the facility was re-built. However, the expanded manufacturing space in the new facility means more efficient production of equipment.
Since 1980, Kencove has committed itself to serving farmers and fence builders with fast, friendly service and expert advice. To learn more, please visit www.kencove.com or call 1-800-KENCOVE.
Back in business, JBM is continuing what it does best – producing products that farmers across North American can both afford and trust. For more information, contact John BM Manufacturing at 519-699-4324, fax 519699-6105, email joe@johnbmmfg.com, or visit www.johnbmmfg.com. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Hoover Diesel Service LLC has the expertise and sources to provide complete power unit packages for the stationary non-road market
These feeders can save three big bales per month over a regular round bale feeder. That can be a $2,000 saving per feeder, per year. These feeders will last decades and are designed so that a tractor can lift them easily, yet they are sturdy enough to hold a 2,000 pound bale while being lifted - right from your tractor seat.
For over 35 years Hoover Diesel Service LLC has specialized in diesel power units. If you need reliable PTO power but don’t want to invest in a new tractor, consider our PTO power units. Towed by your truck or tractor, these units are designed to provide stationary PTO power for your irrigation pump, manure pump, silage blower, stationary TMR mixer, hammer mill, or PTO generator. 540 and/or 1000 rpm PTO and hydraulics available. Call us with your needs and we can build to your specs!
We make a wide variety of feeders for cattle, horses, goats and sheep, as well as creep feeders, bottomless bunks, feed bunks, continuous fence and metal fabrication. Check out www.greenacresfeeders.com or call 712- 542-9137. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Farm equipment built by farmers for farmers JBM Manufacturing hits the ag market with built-to-last equipment
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Hoover Diesel offers a wide range of genset units. We can also custom build a genset to suit your needs. Whether you need a backup power source for when the power goes out, or a mobile unit for on the job site, we offer what you want to fill your needs.
Power Units Hoover Diesel Service offers a variety of diesel power units, built specifically to fit your needs. We can custom build a power unit to include a skid, clutch, muffler, or fuel tank. We have new and rebuilt units available. Call us today to see what we can build for you! We stock a large selection of exhaust components and engine control systems. For more information on products contact Hoover Diesel Service LLC at 717-3543322 (New Holland) or 717-786-8839 (Quarryville), or visit www.hooverdiesel. com.
Kencove Nitro revolutionizes the way we drive posts
Being a farmer turned manufacturer himself, owner Joe Martin realizes by first-hand experience the attention to detail that is essential for “farmer friendly” products.
JBM’s complete line-up of products includes feeder wagons, skid feeders, bunk feeders, bale wagons and thrower racks. The popular Grain & Forage Boss Dumpers, Dirt Boss Dumpers, and Mighty Dumpers make the ultimate dump trailer lineup for handling everything from grain to dirt and rocks.
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JBM Manufacturing is an Ontario based manufacturer of heavy-duty farm equipment, including a complete line of bale feeders, bale wagons and dump trailers – each one built with a passion for farmer-friendly products for over 20 years.
“I used to be a farmer myself – now we’re manufacturing good, quality products for farmers,” says Martin. It seems their hard work has paid off. John BM Manufacturing now has a dealer presence across North America.
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Generators Hoover Diesel Service has a large selection of generators in stock, both the double bearing belt driven style and the single bearing SAE housing mount. We also stock parts to keep your unit operating and provide field service to repair or maintain your generator. Give us a call to find the best generator to fit your application.
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Kencove Farm Fence Supplies announces their new self-contained post driver, the Kencove Nitro. Designed for durability, safety, and ease of operation, the Nitro surprised even the experts. The Kencove Nitro works by hydraulically compressing nitrogen gas and transferring the energy directly to the hammer head, a revolutionary technology in the fence industry. With only 2 inches of stroke, the unit drives posts rapidly with hydraulic down pressure and 500-800 beats per minute. The short hammer stroke reduces damage to the posts. The Nitro attaches to most mid-size skid loaders using the universal quick attach plate and is the safest driver on the market. Once the post is set, the skid loader operator controls all operations of the Nitro from the
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Unique heart formula saves countless lives Over 20 years ago Jim Strauss suffered a major heart attack and was told he would need bypass surgery or he would die. Jim was born into a family of herbalists stretching back to the 17th century. He learned these crafts during childhood, gathering medicinal herbs in the Austrian countryside with his grandmother. He was taught that tasting herbs could detect their medicinal value, but balance and proportion were the keys to producing formulas that were effective and immediate. Jim’s heart attack was not a fluke. He admits to having lived in the fast lane, ignoring the healthier lifestyle of his parents. He considers himself fortunate as nearly half of first time heart attacks end in death. Relying on knowledge acquired over the years, he refused the recommended surgery and instead put together an herbal formula which he immediately applied to himself with outstanding results. In 3 months, his 2” arterial blockage was cleared. Since that time, Jim has shared his formula with thousands around the world who are living testimonials to its curative powers. One of many clients recently wrote: “I would like to tell you that after three months of using Strauss Heart Drops, I am a new man. I am 86 years old, no more the tired feeling I had, my swollen feet are normal again, and my bowel is working normally. Two specialists had told me ‘we can’t help you’.” — Sincerely, Peter A. Wiebe. Free Strauss Heart Drops information packages are available by phoning Performance Medical Plus toll-free at 877271-1312. (Not available in Iowa.)
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«product spotlight May Wes expands Poly Liner Kits for grain tank auger floors
equipment after-market components leveraging expertise with UHMW Polyethylene material. May Wes is a division of Pride Solutions and is located in Hutchinson, MN, USA.
New models include Case IH, John Deere and New Holland brands
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May Wes Manufacturing is pleased to announce the addition of five (5) new product kits to their Poly Grain Tank Auger Floor Liners. These kits come complete with poly, stainless steel straps and hardware and can be installed over new or worn tank floors. The poly material is Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyurethane (UHMW-PE) characteristic for its superior wear quality, resistance to corrosion and a smooth surface for optimum grain flow. The NEW Poly Grain Tank Auger Liner kits now available are: Case-IH models: • 7230, 8230, 9230 • 5088, 6088, 7088, 5130, 6130, 7130 • 7010, 8010, 7120, 8120, 9120
The ProAg Bale Hiker is built to meet the demands of today’s ag industry “When it’s time to move bales, productivity in the field directly affects the farmer’s bottom line,” says Lisa Gaskin, ProAGMorris Industries Marketing and Sales Manager in Billings, MT. “Operators are running equipment at increased speeds and picking bales faster due to higher HP tractors. To improve in-field efficiency, the equipment must match up with the operator’s need to quickly and safely handle round bales. This, in turn, will maximize their profitability.” The Bale Hiker is designed and engineered to work efficiently with all round bale material in the majority of applications. This means the farmer doesn’t need to own a variety of equipment to handle different kinds of baled material. “Whether you’re picking bales consisting of cornstalks, beanstalks, pea stalks, hay, alfalfa, straw or high moisture... the Bale Hiker stands up to the workload.” Built for durability in handling heavy round bales, the Bale Hiker is engineered for heavy-duty work, which translates to less chance for a breakdown and time lost in the field.
New Holland models: • CR920, CR940, CR970, CR980, CR9040, CR9070
The Bale Hiker’s rugged durability has successfully been put to the test moving tough cornstalk bales destined for ethanol plants and feedlots. Corn fields, notorious for rougher ground, can reduce bale handling efficiency to a crawl. The Bale Hiker’s walking axle makes the difference. “The walking axle gives the Bale Hiker the ability to run on rough ground with ease,” Gaskin points out.
John Deere models: • 9660 STS, 9760 STS, 9860 STS, 9670STS, 9770 STS, 9870 STS, S550 STS, S660 STS, S670 STS, S680 STS, S690 STS
Since the Bale Hiker works efficiently with cornstalks and high moisture bales, it’s extremely efficient with hay and straw bales. The operator can count on reliability and ease of operation in any round bale application. Net-wrapped bales aren’t an issue. “The bales slide easily down the bed,” says Gaskin. Learn more about May Wes’s full product line of Poly Grain Tank Auger Liners by visiting the web at: http://www.maywes. com/grain_tank_auger_floor_liner. About May Wes Manufacturing Since 1972, May Wes Manufacturing has been working with poly-based products and assures all products have been FIELDTESTED and FARMER-APPROVED before they are offered to the market. The company has always been an innovator of the Ag
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Regardless of the kind of baled material, the bale is picked up on the right side of the pulling unit. The loading arm, with a builtin bale turner, gives the operator the ability to go into the bale at almost any direction and turn the bale prior to picking and lifting it to load onto the Hiker. “You’re always on the go without having to stop,” says Gaskin, “so the Bale Hiker is built for continual motion to improve efficiency.
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pet resort needed a room divider gate – wall if you wish – to separate a 96 ft. room in half for dog training and handling purposes. Who you gonna call? Schweiss Doors.
With flow and ease of operation, the operator can pick a large amount of bales in a short period of time.” The Bale Hiker runs off two hydraulic tractor remotes with minimum technical demands. This rugged and durable machine has a dual walking axle, with a push bar on both sides so the operator can unload a single side of bales at one time or both sides together. • Ease of operation & reliability are built in • Heavy duty construction • Bull-Pull style hitch • Replaceable side rails Bale retrieving and transporting operations must be efficient in the face of rising costs. The proven ProAG-Morris Industries Bale Hiker turns round bale loading, unloading and transporting into a fast, easy, oneperson operation saving time, money and labour. To find out more, visit www.morrisindustries.com/proag. About Morris Industries Morris Industries Ltd. is a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment. With headquarters in Canada, Morris Industries Ltd. has a global network of distributors and dealers. Morris products include air drills, air carts, tillage and hay hauling equipment. www.morris-industries. com.
What made this Schweiss 46 ft. wide, 1,500 lb. multiple-function designer gate different was how Schweiss Doors built it to his personal gate design. He wanted a quiet and smooth operating Schweiss gate that stood about head high with the top half of see through polycarbonate panels and below that utilized steel paneling. This particular Schweiss gate allows humans and animals to see across to the other side of the room without having to raise the Schweiss gate. A push button control on the side wall lifts the Schweiss gate conveniently out of sight and the Schweiss gate lifts in less than a minute. Schweiss Doors designed it to lift straight up to the high ceiling, up and out of the way when not in use. Five popular patented Schweiss Bifold liftstraps and a 2 h.p. topmounted Schweiss quality electric motor easily and quietly lift the Schweiss Moving Gate. The owner was absolutely needing a safe gate that would not cause harm to humans or animals in the public facility. He also noted that it was reasonably priced and comparative in price to a pocket door, but much easier to use. He enjoyed working with the professional Schweiss design team to get this designer gate done. The Schweiss gate now virtually gives the animal resort two rooms to work in, or when in the up position, a larger room.
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New, innovative Schweiss Moving Gate gives versatility Schweiss one-piece hydraulic and patented lift strap bifold doors have been on the market for years. Schweiss now has a newcomer on the scene — the Schweiss Moving Gate. The Schweiss Moving Gate still utilizes the patented liftstraps, but instead of folding like a bifold door or outward like a hydraulic door, it lifts straight upward. The gate is a perfect solution for a room divider and cladding materials can come in multiple applications or combined with metal, glass or other materials to your liking. A perfect example of this was a first-ofits-kind Schweiss “Gate” built by Schweiss Doors for “The Paw,” an upscale dog and cat resort. The owner of the 27,000 sq. ft. luxury
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The Paw, an exclusive dog and cat resort in Minnesota had Schweiss Doors install a 46 ft. liftstrap moving gate. The gate lifts to the ceiling when open and divides a 96 ft. room in half when down.
“If You Can Think It — Schweiss Doors Can Build It!” Learn more about Schweiss Doors at www.schweissdoors.com or call 800-7468273.
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product spotlight» Lam-Ply Trusses can span up to 72 feet
Unique photo archive recreating rural America
Used in many applications, from machinery storage to livestock facilities to horse arenas
As family farms have been bought by large agribusiness, urban centers have widened into suburbs. Nature has taken its course with erosion, flooding and storm damage, the record of how most Americans used to live is being steadily erased. “What is being lost to nature and society is being preserved via technology.” More than 25 million historic aerial rural homestead photos, once buried away in archives, are finding their way back to farm families where they can be viewed on the Internet and enjoyed.
Starwood Rafters, the manufacturers of Lam-Ply trusses, is a company devoted to building high-quality trusses for large buildings. They offer many types of trusses to meet any need, including: • Pole sheds • Free stalls • Pavilion shelters • Machinery storage
Vintage Aerial connects people with their heritage and their personal history through our vast archive of aerial photos. The photos are from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s; these images represent the history of rural America from the air.
• Riding arenas • Solar barns The Lam-Ply Truss can span up to 72 feet and is used in many applications, from machinery storage to livestock facilities to horse arenas. It also has been developed with a gambrel-style and a mono-slope design.
Vintage Aerial grew out of a cottage industry which began over fifty years ago by Gale Astles. Our pilots took rural photographs from twoseater prop planes and our salesmen sold the images to those wanting a picture of their property. No one imagined these photographs would become an irreplaceable record of this country’s history and the personal history of millions of families. But they have. Vintage Aerial has many photos of farms that are no longer there, farms that were swallowed up by urban sprawl and new highways. New technology has enabled us to convert these fragile filmstrips from their film state to a digital state so they can be shared. That was impossible before geo-mapping, high-speed scanning and the Internet.
Starwood Rafters: About the Co.: Founded in 1964 as a manufacturer of laminated arch rafters and beams, the company started out in Independence, Wisconsin as a three-man operation, with the original owners, Joseph Wozney and his two partners working nights after working their regular jobs. In the early 1970’s, they developed the LamPly Truss. It combines plywood, glulams, and dimensional lumber to make a truss that is stronger than a conventional web truss. This allows the builder to space them further apart to reduce erection time and labor costs. This design also limits bird nesting and improves ventilation in livestock facilities.
Vintage Aerial uses GIS to plot areas onto historic maps showing the flight routes of those photographic aviators. This technology and Vintage’s immense database allow someone who begins only with general information about the whereabouts of a homestead, farm, or house – a county, nearby town, a crossroads – to home in on (literally) the exact location. We then find the right image among the millions of images and thousands of film rolls. This is preservation at its finest. And it’s most rewarding. Customers begin at the user-friendly website by requesting an archive search at no cost. Just access it and let us know where to look (state, county and farm address). Provide as much information as possible; technology will do the rest.
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Revolutionary new wire fence stapling system designed for farmers and professional fencers Available for the first time in North America, Wire Fence Stapler introduces the Stockade 400 wire fence stapling system designed specifically with the professional fencer, farmer, and rancher in mind. This new stapling system developed by Paslode New Zealand will save time and money. Simply load a rack of 2 inch or 1 3/4 inch galvanized barbed staples into the Stockade 400 and begin single or multi-wire fence construction. With a groundbreaking pneumatic (125 psi) fencing tool and hot dipped galvanized barbed fence staples designed to perform in all weather conditions Paslode has just made a tough job a whole lot easier!
The revolutionary Stockade 400 pneumatic stapler is light weight (8.2 lbs), tough, and has enough power to drive staples into even the hardest fence posts. Loaded with depth adjustment features the 400 wire fence stapler is designed for any fencing job, saving up to 70% of the time currently taken to hand hammer fence staples. That time saving is money in your back pocket. Contact your distributor, Wire Fence Stapler at www.wirefencestapler.com –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Vertical Tillage Coulter Kit Attachment gets even stronger
Product Summary - Kits mount on most chisel plows, even low lift. - The kits include two 18” 13-wave Boron “Earthen Harden” wave blades and mounting bolts. - Exclusive “Double Shields” protect the bearings. (Patent Pending) soil and incorporate and size residue, setting the stage for the spring planting season. It is also a practical way to dry out wet soils. The Vertical Tillage Coulter Kit Attachment works well in no-till conservation tillage, as well as conventional tillage operations, extending the growing season and creating better planting conditions. Vertical tillage prepares the soil to warm more quickly in early spring, energizing the seedbed for maximum growth and yield potential. In addition the Vertical Tillage Coulter Kit Attachment allows for shallow seedbed preparation which decreases the risk of excess soil density below the root zone. The Vertical Tillage Coulter Kit Attachment is a smart investment in that it has multiple uses, which will ultimately produce savings in terms of time and money. It also has a low operating cost per acre and can be used in a wider range of conditions than most tillage tools. It operates at a relatively high speed of 6 to 10 MPH, which saves time. The Vertical Tillage Coulter Kit Attachment allows for quick mixing of manure and soil to prevent loss of nutrients and control odor. It can also be used for very shallow incorporation of fertilizer and select herbicides. The Vertical Tillage Coulter Kit Attachment can be equipped with a wide selection of coulter blades. Spaced on 6” centers, the coulter blades can be matched to achieve the desired amount of tillage and residue sizing.
Ron’s Manufacturing has added two more bearings to their kits. This makes the kits even more heavy duty.
Today, Corey Wozney and Steve Wozney, Joseph’s sons, operate the company. Starwood Rafters is still in Independence, Wisconsin and now ships its products anywhere in the U.S. For more information, contact Starwood Rafters, Inc., W24141 Starwood Lane, Independence, WI 54747. Call 715-985-3117, toll-free 888-525-5878, or fax 715-9855222. Email lamply@triwest.net or visit online at www.starwoodrafters.com. A30
Vintage Aerial’s 25 million photographs from over 41 states is one of the largest single-subject collections in existence. With scanning to digital, every photograph will now be carefully preserved.
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Coulter kits from Ron’s Manufacturing converts any chisel plow to a year ‘round tool to prepare your fields. These kits are your year around tool for the perfect seedbed. The Vertical Tillage Attachment has a wide variety of capabilities, making it ideal for use in spring and fall. In the fall, it can be used to lightly till the
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For more information contact Ron’s Manufacturing at 40582 187th St., Carpenter, SD 57322 or call 605-266-2177. E-mail info@ ronsmfg.com.
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Fifth annual College Aggies Online Scholarship Competition to begin September 9, 2013 Challenges to focus on mastering social media tools, learning from industry experts and proactive outreach to college peers. trade associations will host webinars, tweet-ups or Google hangouts to help educate participants about the pertinent issues facing each species and how to communicate with the public about those issues.
The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s fifth annual College Aggies Online (CAO) agriculture advocacy scholarship competition will kick off on September 9, 2013 with new, creative assignments, increased interaction with industry experts, and a more comprehensive internship and career database. The program, which originally launched in 2009, is designed to equip college students interested in agriculture with the tools to become confident, proactive and creative communicators using social media.
While the individual participants will be assigned tasks week by week, participating clubs will be able to pick and choose from a variety of challenges including visiting their state legislators, hosting a “Meet your Meat” event on their college campus, or reading agriculturerelated books to local elementary school children. Each “Aggies Homework” and club challenge is assigned a specific points value depending on difficulty and the time required to complete. Individuals and clubs compete to rack up the most points during the 11-week program.
In years past, participants have posted blogs, photos, and videos directly to the CAO website and have interacted with other participants using that forum. This year, students will network and engage with other participants solely using social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, with more emphasis on outreach initiatives.
“The Alliance staff has really worked hard this summer to make this year’s CAO program the most exciting and engaging to date,” stated Johnson Smith. “We can’t wait to see the impact the clubs and students, who are already passionate about agriculture, will have in discussing agriculture with their communities at large.”
The program will additionally focus on more clearly differentiating between club and individual assignments and challenges. Students can choose to participate in the competition either as an individual, as part of an agriculture club, or both. Last Spring, approximately 980 students from more than 75 universities participated in CAO. “Based on the feedback we received from CAO’s Spring participants, we are moving the competition to the fall semester to increase the engagement with and impact of the program,” said Alliance President and CEO Kay Johnson Smith. “We’re excited to have agriculture clubs and students from across the country compete in CAO this fall.”
The final points will be tallied in November 2013 and the club with the most points will receive a $5,000.00 scholarship, national recognition and a trip for two representatives to Washington, D.C. for the Alliance’s annual Stakeholders Summit. The first place individual will win a $2,500.00 scholarship and a trip to D.C. Scholarships and recognition will also be awarded to the second place club as well as to the second and third place individuals.
Each week, individual participants will receive assignments, called “Aggies Homework” that will focus on a specific social media platform and a specific protein. Industry experts, including agriculture journalists, food bloggers, and representatives from each of the protein
All 2013 scholarships have been generously sponsored by Lallemand Animal Nutrition. Industry stakeholders interested in additional program sponsorship opportunities should contact Emily Meredith at emeredith@ animalagalliance.org.
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Fly control for hobby farmers with multiple types of animals can be even more daunting, if possible, than it is for owners of just one species. Cattle, horses, dogs – how do you decide which product is right for each one? Or maybe you take the “one size fits all” approach, but with that nagging doubt in the back of your mind whether what you’re using is truly appropriate for every animal. Flys-X® Ready To Use Insecticide, from W. F. Young, Inc., makers of Absorbine® animal care products, is your answer for multi-species insect control. Flys-X consists of a water-based (aqueous) formula that contains pyrethrins, a botanical insectide. It can be used on lactating and non-lactating beef and dairy cattle, and kills horn flies, house flies, face flies, mosquitos, gnats and bloodsucking lice on cattle, horses and dogs, as well as killing fleas and brown ticks on dogs. Flys-X comes ready to use (no mixing or diluting required) in a 32 oz. refillable spray bottle and gallon size. “There are so many hobby farmers who are looking for effective answers to their livestock’s insect control needs,” said Jaime McKinley, Vice President of Marketing & New Business Development, W. F. Young. “For example, high fly populations can be detrimental to both weight gain and milk production.” Flys-X also kills fleas and brown dog ticks when used as a premise spray. “Flys-X is a great solution to help livestock, horse and dog owners keep pest populations under control,” McKinley said. “Absorbine is pleased to provide insect control options that are easy and affordable.” Absorbine® is excited to branch into the livestock market. Since 1892, the family-owned company has been providing an assortment of high-quality equine care products to discriminating horse owners. Absorbine® is dedicated to bringing that same level of excellence to livestock products.
For more information, visit www.absorbine.com.
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Pesticide applicators can learn best practices for proper product use through e-learning series The DuPont Crop Protection land management business unit has introduced the first three in a series of learning modules that address stewardship best practices to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of day-to-day herbicide, insecticide and fungicide use. The Learning Series is a set of easy-to-use, 15- to 20-minute self-directed training modules that are available online 24/7. Pesticide applicators can access the Learning Series online at www.landmanagement.dupont.com/stewardship. “Product stewardship requires constant collaboration between manufacturers and forage and livestock producers to responsibly maximize production,” said Roxanne Gutschenritter, range and pasture sales manager, DuPont Crop Protection. “Our business is about more than creating innovative products that help preserve and protect investments in land, cattle, horses and other livestock. We also have a responsibility to collaborate with stakeholders, informing and educating them on sound stewardship principles to minimize environmental impact and preserve precious natural resources.”
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COLOR 3 Rivers Investment............B25 Advanced Grain Handling.B15 Agri-Dry LLC......................... B8 Americas Seed & Belting....B3 Arts Way Mfg........................ B7 Barrier Systems LLC............ B8 Base Camp Leasing..........B27 Berg Equipment Corp........ B14 BROCK...............................B20 C&R Supply........................ B10 CAN-AM COMBO.............B26 CASE PUMA...................... B19 Christianson Systems........B22
The training modules provide deeper knowledge and awareness of pesticide product stewardship. Future modules will discuss topics including emergency response and preparedness, regulatory compliance and record keeping.
CM Welding, Inc................. B18
Three modules are currently available and cover these topics:
Crary Agricultural Solutions...IFC
Common Sense Mfg.........B28 Cox Mfg. dba Dalton Ag.... B17 Diamond W Corral.............B25
Understanding Pesticide Product Labels – Learn about the purpose and importance of pesticide product labels, product label types and contents; Handling, Storing and Transporting Pesticides – Review product stewardship best practices related to handling pesticides, pesticide storage and transportation; and Mixing and Loading Pesticides and Disposing of Pesticide Containers – Receive techniques for proper pesticide mixing and loading, and procedures for disposing of pesticide containers. DuPont Crop Protection introduced the Learning Series as part of its ongoing commitment to understand the needs of livestock producers and develop reliable solutions that help meet the challenges of a growing world in a sustainable manner.
Dual Fuel.............................B25 Dyna-Flo Inc....................... B13 Egbers Flighting Co...........B28 Electric Cleaner Co............ B15 Elk Creek Welding..............B23 Emerson Mfg......................B28 Erickson Mfg. Co., Inc........ B18 Fair Mfg............................... B16 Farmers National Co............ B7 FarmTek................................. B7 Flexxifinger.......................... B15 For Most, Inc....................... B18 Fre-Flo Water...................... B24 Frontier, Inc.........................B27 FS Manufacturing...............B25 Grace Mfg........................... B11 Green Acres Unlimited...... B16 Greenwell Mfg. ...................IFC GSI.......................................B27 H&M Gopher Control.........B26 Hagedorn.............................. B2 Harms Mfg., Inc.................. B10 HAYBUSTER.....................B22 Heatronics Infrared............. B16 Herbruck Poultry Ranch.....IFC Hi Fold Door Corp..............B26 Holcomb Scrapers, Inc.....B27 Hoover Diesel Service LLC... B11 Horst Welding.......................B3 Hoskins Mfg........................B28 Industrial Maid......................B5 Insta-Gro............................... B1 J&M MFG.......................... B17 JL Enterprises..................... B13 Joe Mescan Windmill........B26 John BM Manufacturing.... B13 John Deere......................... B12 Kadlec Sales & Repair.......B25 Kaler Farms........................B23 KAWASAKI ATV................B22 Krogmann Mfg...................B28 Level Welding & Mfg. LTD.B21
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Lever Holdings Inc.............B28 Lieneman Management....B21 LINDSAY.............................B20 Lite Form International......... B9 Livestock Steel....................B28 Load Line............................ B16 Lorrich Industries................ B19 Lundell Plastics, Inc...........B28 M’s Machine & Mfg. Co.....B28 Magic Valley Mini Trucks... B18 Magnum Heat.....................B21 Martin Metall LLC................. B6 May Wes................................B4 McTavish Steelworks............ B8 Meg’s Art World...................IFC Mil-Stak, Inc........................ IBC Morris Industries.................. BC New Generations Feeds... B14 No Bull Enterprises LLC....B27 North Country Marketing... IBC Norwood Sales................... B14 NRW Mfg............................. B17 Nutra-Flo Co....................... B19 O’Connell Farm Drainage... B10 OK Enterprises...................B25 Oxarc...................................B26 Pequea Machine Corp......B20 Performance Medical........B28 Phase-A-Matic...................... B9 Pik Rite.................................B22 Poly Tech.............................B23 Radiator Supply House, Inc... B19 Rawhide Portable Corral...B20 REINKE............................... B24 Renn Mill Center.................B25 Replacement Flighting.......B27 Rust Sales, Inc.................... B13 RWF Bron..............................B4 Scale Tec.............................B23 Schiltz Mfg.......................... B15 SENTINEL.......................... B12 Sidney Mfg............................ B8 Skeet-R-Gone....................... B9 Sorensen Equipment.........B26 Stoney Creek Equipment..B28 Strobel Mfg........................... B6 Superior Tire & Rubber........ B9 Superior, Inc........................ B17 Swift Mfg............................. B12 Swinger Mfg. LLC...............B28 Syntex Industries................ B24 T-L IRRIGATION............... B12 Titan Trailers........................ B10 TowMart............................... B11 True North Steel.................. B11 TSR Parts............................ B16 Tubeline.................................B5 Twin Diamond Industries...B21 USA Tire Mgmt. Systems.. B14 Walinga................................ IBC
GENERAL Ag Industrial, Inc..............A22 Agri Sales Building Supply... A10 All States Ag Parts...........A22 Big Tractor Parts..............A22 Brothers Equipment........ A10 CAN-AM SPYDER......... A16 CASE FARMALL.............A14 CASE MAGNUM............ A16 CASE SKIDS..................A20 CHIEF BINS.....................A14 Dakota Properties Real Estate...A25 EFS Distributing ...............A14 Endless Energy...............A25 FARM KING....................A20 Gee Tire, Inc..................... A19 Gilberts Sale Yard LLC....A23 Goodwin Industries.........A21 GREAT PLAINS TILLAGE...A22 Green City Livestock Market...A21 Hey Machinery Co.......... A16 ISUZU................................A14 Johnson Drainage Plows...A21 KAWASAKI MULE..........A13 KAWASAKI TERYX4.....A21 Kencove Farm Fence..... A19 KUBOTA FULL LINE.....A22 Lamppa Mfg, Inc.............A21 MACDON FLEX DRAPER.A16 Machine Services, Inc.....A25 MATHEWS CO............... A19 Meg-Mo Systems............A21 Natural Insecto Products...A23 Neville Construction LLC...A23 NEW HOLLAND PROMO.A19 OB&E Rubber Co............A23 Pederson’s Agri Service....24 POLARIS ATV................ A19 POLARIS RANGER........A14 Poly Fabrics.....................A25 Port-A-Hut........................A25 Real Tuff, Inc.................... A16 Red Willow Chemical.......A14 Rick’s Welding..................A11 Ron’s Mfg.........................A23 Schweiss Doors..............A21 SHIVVERS......................A23 SIOUX STEEL BINS...... A16 SIOUX STEEL LIVESTOCK..B8 Starwood Rafters............ A10 Steve’s Welding...............A23 Synthetic Resources.......A20 Tire Town, Inc...................A22 Topline Steel Buildings....A23 Udy Corp..........................A25 VALLEY............................A20 VERSATILE....................... A8 Vintage Aerial...................A20 Wisconsin Plastic Drain Tile...A21
Wire Fence Stapler.............B26
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