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Can small grains effectively replace corn in dairy diets?

by Elizabeth A. Tomlin In view of the severe drought conditions and subsequent loss of crops that farmers are facing this year, many are asking what they can use to replace corn in the dairy diet.

According to Organic Valley Ruminant Nutritionist and veterinarian Dr. Silvia Abel-Caines, there are definitely some choices farmers have to choose from.

Abel-Caines recently presented a power point presentation at Miller’s Brothers Organic Farm in Richfield Springs, NY, to discuss balancing dairy rations with small grains.

Abel-Caines reported she had attended a pasture walk in the Midwest where there was no pasture, only a mass of parched and withered crop remains. “Farmers are in a panic mode,” she remarked.

She said due to the drought and its increasing price, corn is going to be severely limited in its availability for livestock feed. This is a fact that most farmers are already acutely aware of.

However, the good news is that corn is not necessary in your rations to keep production and milk components high.

“For many years it was believed that we actually had to have corn in the rations of the dairy cow — it was a given,” Abel-Caines observed. “But the reality is that the bacteria in the rumen have no requirement for corn. If they can get their energy, their glucose, from a digestible fiber source they will do just fine. So, this eliminates your need right up front that you have to have corn in your ration.”

She explained the rumen is “populated by bacteria, protozoa and yeast — they are the ones doing the work.”

She emphasized it’s not what the cow eats, but what the rumen can actually absorb that should be focused on.

Abel-Caines pointed out that in the rumen, bacteria produce propionic acid, which is converted to glucose by the liver. Cows require starch, sugar, and soluble fiber in the form of fermentable carbohydrates in their ration dry matter to enhance rumen microbial growth.

“Significant amounts of other feeds can be used as replacement for corn without much effect on animal productivity,” Abel-Caines reported.

She advised calculating how many calories are needed to provide for the cow, explaining that calories required for maintenance alone are at least 10,000 per day per cow. Take into consideration that pastured cows walk over inclines, hills and other terrain using more calories. Weather conditions, temperatures also need to be considered. Add another 20 percent above that figure for lactation and carrying a developing fetus, with first time heifers still growing themselves requiring even more.

It is a challenge for the dairy farmer to determine the amount of calories and energy needed, considering body

weight, body condition, energy demands needed for reproduction, lactation, and breeding back, and other stress — while maintaining a properly working liver — plus all of the individual factors affecting each animal.

According to Abel-Caines, total calories add up to about 30,000 (or 30 mega calories) per animal per day.

“With beef cows we don’t have much trouble,” Abel-Caines said. “But it’s the driving of the milk production that changes everything in the game.”

She advises that there are two strategies for feeding your herd. The first is feeding the best high quality, high-energy forages, harvested at optimal nutritional value, which is generally in the pre-boot or early boot stage depending on the forage.

The second strategy is choosing small grains or corn to provide what your forage does not.

“Good soil produces good forage,” she reminded attendees, advising them to have their soil tested and their forage analyzed. “Look for mineral content! Look for mega calories per pound!

There is value in growing small grains on our farms. Small grains are less intensive in their use of soil minerals.”

So, with all of this in mind, if corn is what you have been using and you want to replace it with small grains, what is the trade off?

“Find grains with similar carbohydrates and higher rumen starch digestibility,” Abel-Caines advised.

“But, remember, it’s not just what you feed, but what is absorbed. If the rumen microbes cannot attach to it and digest it, it will pass through the rumen undigested.”

Barley, Abel-Caines reported, is her number one choice in small grains for many reasons.

Barley is highly digestible and provides 95 percent of the amount of energy of corn and is higher in fiber. It should be fed cracked, ground or rolled.

Triticale, a hybrid of wheat and rye, is second in Abel-Caines’ list of favorites. “This is one of my favorites,” Abel-Caines said, advising that soil requirements are “different” for growing triticale than other crops. Triticale has energy comparable to barley; protein levels higher than wheat and protein amino acid compositions similar to wheat. “It’s all about amino acids for the cow,” she noted. Triticale is a good source of calories and is found to produce high milk yields with components similar to that of barley. There are many improved hybrids available.

Oats are third on the list. She explained that although oats are lower in starch, they have 92 percent digestible fiber, playing an important role in rumen fermentation. Oats should be fed in a combination with other small grains. “Oats fit very nicely in that grain mix.”

Fourth on Abel-Caines’ list are peas, which although they have an energy

Ruminant Nutritionist and veterinarian Dr. Silvia Abel-Caines (left), joins Bethany Wallis, Organic Dairy & Livestock Coordinator before the discussion on balancing the dairy diet with small grains.

Photos by Elizabeth A. Tomlin content similar to wheat, they are wheat must be done very slowly. Field much higher in protein. Peas may be reports suspect that wheat “pastes up” used with small grains to increase pro- in the rumen.

Remember that processing and tein content. It has been reported that some farmers have successfully begun moisture make a difference in the growing peas with triticale to harvest quality of the grain. for silage.

Once your feeding program is modiSpelt is another option with feeding fied watch your herd for changes in values similar to oats. behavior, production and manure. “The Wheat may also be used, but in a more grain you feed, the less pasture limited quantity. Rapidly available intake there will be,” Abel-Caines starch in wheat may cause digestive acknowledged. “They’ll let you know how upsets and lowered pH in the rumen, they are doing. If you are meeting their therefore changing diets from corn to requirements it will show in the tank.”

Now is the time to apply Alfalfa Snout Beetle-busting nematodes For farmers who grow alfalfa to feed their dairy cows and other livestock and to sell as a cash crop, now is the time to apply the native nematodes that Northern New York Agricultural Development Program (NNYADP)–funded research has shown to help control the highly-destructive alfalfa snout beetle (ASB).

Some farmers in the region have followed the inexpensive farmer-friendly nematode-rearing protocol developed

by Cornell University entomologist Elson Shields and his Shields lab research team. The treatment employs two types of Northern New York-native nematodes that work in the shallower and deeper soil levels. The step-by-step manual is online at www.nnyagdev.org.

The Cornell researchers believe that an initial treatment to establish a population of the nematodes should lead to long-term control of ASB. Many growers who are rearing and applying the nematodes are treating multiple and entire fields for widespread response.

The cost of the nematode application per acre is approximately 25 percent of the cost of losing an alfalfa stand to ASB.

A new economic study requested by Shields and conducted by agronomist Everett Thomas estimates ASB crop damage can result in the loss of as much as $175 to $230 per acre for the destruction of a second-year stand of the valuable feed and cash crop.

More than 500,000 acres of New York agricultural land is known to be infested with insect pest that can destroy entire fields in one year. Two decades of research, funded by the NNYADP, has developed the nematode biocontrol solution and is continuing to advance the breeding of ASB-resistant alfalfa varieties. Donald R. Viands and Julie L. Hanson at Cornell lead the plant breeding research work in cooperation with Shields’ lab personnel.

ASB is known to exist in Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence Counties in Northern New York; in Oswego, Cayuga and Wayne Counties along Lake Ontario; and in southeastern Ontario, Canada.

The New York Farm Viability Institute and Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station have also provided funding in support of development of ASB control. Learn more online at www.nnyagdev.org.

On Aug. 15, the Empire State Plaza in Albany, NY, was the scene of two dairy-related events. Inside the Yogurt Summit, both New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo and the Speaker of the New York State Assembly, Sheldon Silver, personally led a first-ever discussion on the state’s yogurt industry. At the doors of the Yogurt Summit, a crowd of anti-fracking activists, some dressed in cow suits, held up signs while chanting “Save Our Yogurt.” Members of New Yorkers Against Fracking handed out literature and a press release quoting the opposition to “fracking” of New York dairy farmers Kathie Arnold, a Cortland County Legislator, Tim Stoltman, third generation dairy farmer from Conesus and Siobhan Griffin, dairy farmer from Schenevus, NY. Opening the proceedings, Governor Cuomo beamed with pride in announcing that in 2011, 1.2 billion pounds of New York milk, or roughly 9 percent of New York’s milk production produced 550 million

pounds of yogurt. New York’s total milk production of about 12.7 billion pounds of milk is valued at about $2.2 billion dollars at farmgate. He noted that in just a decade, the number of New York yogurt plants has gone from 14 to 29.

Conference participants were provided materials showing the breakdown of New York farms by size. 17 farms of 2,000 of more cows are producing 7.8 percent of New York milk. Another 65 farms of 1,000 to 1,999 cows are producing an additional 13.6 percent of New York milk.

Numerically, the greatest number of farms are 4,855 farms of less than 500 cows that together produce almost 62 percent of New York milk.

The largest single category of farms is the less than 100 cow New York farm, consisting of some 3,600 farms that produce some 26 percent of the state’s milk. The Governor stated he wants New York milk to supply New York yogurt plants and is asking New York’s farmers to tell him what they need to increase milk supply.

Speaker of the New

Yogurt summit welcome sign.

Photo courtesy of Lorraine Lewandrowski

York Assembly, Sheldon Silver, quipped that he never dreamed in his career that he would be attending a Yogurt Summit, but continued on to say that dairy is critical to New York, representing an $8.9 billion industry. He noted that the new Pepsi/Muller yogurt facility in Batavia will create 200 new jobs.

Senator James Seward added his hope that yogurt production in New York will turn around rural New York and bring success to dairy farmers and future generations A panel of pre-selected speakers led discussions with the Governor before a small audience of invitation-only guests. Rob Shea, CFO of Fage USA Dairy provided history on Fage, saying that Fage started out importing Greek Yogurt into the U.S. in 1998. The Johnstown Industrial Development Park was selected as the Fage manufacturing site because of available land, water, power and the New York State Thruway. Fage USA Dairy now has 5 percent of the U.S. yogurt market with sales of $141.7 million, with Greek Yogurt production based out of Fulton County. The Fage representative stated that they had received a capital grant and Community Development Grant, set up in an Enterprise Zone and capacity began at 6,000 tons, jumped to 18,000 tons and expanded to 85,000 tons which Fage will soon be growing out of.

Robert Parkhurst of Alpina stated he would like to see New York as the Yogurt State. Alpina is based out of Columbia, with control of 70 percent of the South American yogurt market and revenues of $740 million.

Parkhurst said he was excited that Genesee County prepared a shovel ready site for their $15,000,000 yogurt plant in 21 days. As a native New Yorker, Chobani CFO, James McConeghy stated that Chobani has invested $200,000,000 in New York and is now using 4,000,000 pounds

Assemblyman Bill Magee (D-Nelson) participated in Governor Cuomo’s yogurt summit at the Capitol.

Photo courtesy of Assemblyman Bill Magee of milk a day. Chobani Adams called upon the to immigration issues yogurt takes 3 pounds of Governor to tell con- and the need for sources milk to make 1 pound of sumers that farmers of farm workers issues to yogurt. They are hoping to need to be able to use be addressed. expand from 1.5 million new technologies such Governor Cuomo’s cases per week to more as rBST. Chief of Staff wrapped than 2 million cases of NY’s Commission of the Yogurt Summit up yogurt per week. Chobani Agriculture, Daryl saying that a subgroup is currently at 1,400 Aubertine, told the will be created to deal employees with more to be Governor that for the with federal issues, such added. Chobani stated its first time, New York’s as immigration, the commitment to New agriculture has a seat at Farm Bill, and environYork’s farmers, saying the table. After listening mental issues. He would that most of their milk to input of farmers invit- also like to see costs of comes from New York. ed to provide information interconnections from They are frequently told to the Governor, digesters to the grid disthat Chobani saved the Commissioner Aubertine cussed and that he will Chenango County area. advised that New York meet with the Public McConeghy noted they should rebalance the Service Commission to are looking for alternative CAFO process and that discuss how to incenwhey uses. He concluded the threshold should be tivize this. Governor told Yogurt by inviting New York City increased from 200 to Cuomo residents to visit 300 cows. He stated that Summit participants to Chobani’s new yogurt café New York has a lot going “forget the relationship in New York City. for it, including proximi- of agriculture and govIn response to ty to urban markets and ernment of the past. This Governor Cuomo’s ques- the quality of milk pro- is a new day and a new tion on how to make duced. Compliance bur- team. If this is going to more New York milk dens and complying with work, we need to do it available, invited pan- rules for CAFO’s has sti- together… Other parts of elist and dairy farmer, fled growth on small the country and the world are growing. There Karri Adams from farms in New York.

Ontario County, stated Price issues were men- is a window of opportuthat she runs a prof- tioned by John Noble of nity here for Upstate itable farm, but would Noble Farms, Inc. who New York. This is one of like to expand beyond stated that he operates the best private sector opportunities 199 cows. Adams said five CAFO farms in market the cost to expand would Western New York. He Upstate New York has entail debt of $1,200 stated that the current had in 30 or 40 years. I cows, but that CAFO system of milk pricing do not know if we will get regulations would add that is related to how another chance. This is some $2,400 cost per powder is priced in our time. The democow to expand over 200 China has nothing to do graphics of the yogurt cows under New York with price discovery and numbers just keep going CAFO regulations. She the need for milk for up. This is good for the said her farm, Black yogurt in New York. yogurt industry, the Brook Farm, would be Noble also stated a clos- dairy industry and New looking at a new barn at er relationship between York jobs.”

Lorraine Lewandrowski a cost of $200,000 and the farmer and processor increased manure stor- is needed and the dairies has a law practice in age costs to expand themselves have made Herkimer, NY. Contact her beyond 200 cows under no money over the past at NYFarmLaw@ gmail. current regulations. three years. He pointed com

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FARMSTOCK 2012 ~ Root & Roost Farm

by Judy Van Put Another successful FARMSTOCK event, the eighth in this summer’s schedule of working farm tours, was held at Root & Roost Farm, between White Sulphur Springs and Livingston Manor, NY. Visitors enjoyed seeing how quickly hosts Cheyenne Miller and Sean Zigmund, who only recently (2010) started their farm venture, were able to show their successes and the fruits of their labor. The many children in attendance were entertained by the colorful chickens, ducks swimming in their ponds, rabbits and especially Lily, the ‘gentle giant’ Great Dane who greeted them.

Root & Roost is a small but highly diversified, permaculture-based human and animal powered sustainable farm that raises ducks, chickens, and pigs; as well as fresh vegetables, herbs, flowers, fruit, mushrooms and baked goods.

They sell their poultry and eggs and plan on adding turkeys to the mix.

Utilizing the philosophy of permaculture, Sean and Cheyenne practice nodig, no-till farming, and keep their soil and crops healthy by making compost and using cover crops, manure and OMRI listed products (they never use synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers.) The animals are given organic feed and have room to roam every day.

Sean Zigmund described how he and Cheyenne Miller build hoop houses (which they refer to as CHOOP houses (cheap hoop houses) that are used year-round in just 8 hours, making use of many recycled materials.

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Visitors to the FARMSTOCK event at Root & Roost Farm were greeted by Cheyenne Miller at the farmstand.

Photos by Judy Van Put It was amazing to see the transfor- three-tier pallet coop, a three-purpose mation that had occurred in such a structure — under the solar-paneled short time, with large expanses of roof are plants for drying (they save blooming flowers, vegetables and their seeds for the next season), the herbs, colorful chickens and ducks, middle section is for the chickens on hoop houses and irrigation systems — which to roost, and the floor is for on what was once a grassy lawn. When housing the ducks. Everything is reSean was asked how he was able to used as often as possible. accomplish so much in such a short Another interesting concept used at period of time, he explained that after the farm is Hugel Kultur — where logs he had started out on his own, he met are used as the base for garden beds.

Cheyenne, who would come one day a Covered with sod, then layers of straw, week to help. He had a friend stay for manure and finally about six inches of a few months to help with the work, topsoil — these beds are extremely ferand then another. As time went on, he tile and absorb water, which is espeused farm interns, who would stay at cially helpful in dry periods. As the the house where Sean provided room wood breaks down, it adds valuable and board in exchange for working and nutrients to the soil, and a proliferalearning about farming ‘on the job.’ tion of earthworms. The resulting Presently, there are a total of 10 spongy mass is excellent in absorbing helpers (usually not more than three at and attracting water, which is in turn a time) who are available to work for made available to the plants and vegfree, or for a nominal fee, including etables growing above. some CSA members enrolled in the The Root & Roost Farm currently “Work-Trade CSA” — and this enables provides a CSA for 15 members. Sean Root & Roost to be completely human- devised an ingenious way to provide powered, independent of tractors or plenty of fresh produce to those who other petroleum-using farm equip- might not be able to afford a full-price ment; and relying solely on hand tools share, in exchange for much-appreciated farm work: a Work-Trade CSA. and human ingenuity.

One of the highlights of the FARM- Members enjoy a discounted price on STOCK tour was an in-depth look at the CSA share in exchange for on-farm one of the hoop houses Sean and labor and learning. The work-trade is Cheyenne constructed — which they for 40 total hours of work for the refer to as the “CHOOP” house (cheap Summer CSA and 28 hours for the hoop house!) — a 12-foot by 30-foot Fall/Winter CSA in return for 50 peryear-round growing space built mostly cent off of the share price.

Other benefits CSA members enjoy from recycled materials, for less than $100. Sean explained that the lumber are, in addition to the share, a 25 perwas all previously used; that he only cent discounted price on duck and needed to purchase the conduits bars, chicken eggs, a 10 percent discount on as well as the screws holding the wood poultry and the other products that together. The plastic sheeting was are offered at the farm stand, a free 2acquired from Silver Heights Farm in a hour class from their long list of classseparate agreement. It takes two peo- es, and a free farm tour for the family.

Root & Roost offers a number of ple just eight hours to put together the structure, which is seven feet high in interesting and educational classes, from raising organic vegetables and the middle.

There are stacks of wood pallets on animals for food, to slaughtering and the property that Sean has picked up processing animals for food; foraging from various establishments whenever for wild herbs and edibles, and the possible — these pallets are used in the construction of hoop houses and other construction of compost bins, sheds farm structures from recycled materiand anything else that is needed. One als. For more information, please visit shed built from 16 wood pallets is a www.rootnroost.com.

Cover photo by Diana Curtis Madison County Dairy Ambassador Erin Curtis-Szalach presented the 1st place heifer to a Jersey owned by Kimberlee Marris of Cazenovia.

by Stephen Wagner The tractor with a canopied wagonload of those seeking more farming success for the current year eased off the road and onto the edge of a field to learn more about soybeans. These seekers are part of a seminar called 2012 Farming for Success, held at the Penn State Research Station in Lancaster County, PA. Seminar participants have already learned about the current insect threat and possible ways of alleviating the damage caused by them, and have just come away from a switchgrass update.

After this current stop, they have one more briefing on fungicides. Later in the afternoon, after lunch, they have the option of taking another wagon ride or joining a walking tour to learn about other farming status quos. Here they are listening to Dr. Greg Roth, Del Voight, and John Bray, all extension experts on field crops.

“Somebody called me up this past week and wanted to know what were the four or five key issues Pennsylvania growers have to worry about in getting good soybean yields,” said Roth. A preview of his answer is hand-printed in felt-tip pen on an easel-supported pad: Varieties, Fertility, Stand/Emergence, Planting Date, and Soil Quality.

“Across the road, we’re doing a

variety test. Of all the things we test, we see a lot more difference in variety than a lot of the other management that we do. Some of the varieties are yielding 10 and 12 more bushels than the rest. Paying attention to the varieties and the performance and adaptation of those varieties in specific areas is a key fundamental that is often overlooked.

“Fertility is another one,” Roth said, and, hand-in-hand with that, is what he called “potassium deficiency.

That’s because soybeans take up more potassium than corn.

Potassium can become a yield robber, and make you understand the need for fertility.

“Another one that is very important that even good growers struggle with this year is getting a good stand,” Roth continued. “You have to have some sort of track record about what your emergence rate is.”

What are the tactics for improving emergence rate? Residue management, slug management, good germination rate, things like that, said Roth.

Reckoning a stand can sometimes be determined by use of what’s called the “Hula Hoop Method,” which may have had its genesis at Perdue University.

“Count the number of plants inside the hoop’s radius and multiply by 12,500 which will give you an estimate of pop-

ulation,” Roth says. “Do that 10 to 15 times and from that you can estimate what your emergence rate is.” In the field where this demonstration took place, they got between 80,000 and 90,000. Measurement and counting rates depend upon the radius of the respective circle instruments used.

Planting date was another timely factor this year. Late April is a good planting date for this particular area. Late April soybean plantings tend to minimize the early planting soybean risks.

Plantings of March 28 showed flowering development before the longest day of the year.

“Our buddies in the soybean network in western PA planted 102 acres on April 15, then they re-planted 102 acres on May 15, which shows that in some areas there’s a frost risk with early plantings. It doesn’t seem to be so bad in this area.”

Lastly, soybean quality has to be factored in. “Soybeans don’t put a lot of organic matter back in the ground,” Roth posited. “So as we grow more soybeans for the processing plant, trying to get them in a rotation is important.”

Another opportunity growers have this year is double cropping, which is being done around the Commonwealth.

Barley and wheat are coming off early.

This is considered, as one farmer put it, “a mess of potentials for growing

more soybeans.”

In a media handout, Voight and Roth continue their findings. “Soybean varieties are developed mostly by private industry. Nearly all of the soybeans grown in Pennsylvania are transgenic.

Most of these are glyphosate tolerant, although other traits such as glufosinate, dicamba and ALS-resistant soybeans are increasing in use. For double-cropping soybeans, the weed pressure is typically reduced and the need for application of a weed control tactic is minimized, resulting in reduced costs of treatment.

“For double crop soybeans planted after wheat or barley, drought could limit yield and crop performance because of low germination; planting soybeans into moisture is recommended. Bin run grain should not be used for seed because most seeds are now Roundup Ready varieties, and saving the seed from them is illegal. Even for conventional varieties, the practice is not likely to be profitable. Studies comparing high-quality seed with bin run seed indicate that high quality seed has an approximately 3-bushel-peracre yield advantage. Certified seed offers the best assurance of quality.

When using uncertified seed, make sure that the seed has been cleaned and that germination and purity tests have been conducted.”

For more information, visit cornandsoybeans.psu.edu

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Champions at DeRuyter Fireman’s Fair Cattle Show

bleeding red ink with no end in sight. An Aug. 17 Rabobank analysis sees corn prices continuing to rise into mid 2013.

Recently, a 4,000 cow dairy herd was dispersed in Texas because milk prices could not recoup feed costs. Similar stories abound nationwide.

This imbalance of excessive feed costs vs. low milk prices is the new national norm: a wholesale liquidation of dairy herds is a logical outcome. To date, the leadership of the nation’s dairy co-operatives are sadly lacking in either ideas or action.

Decisive action is needed to prevent a catastrophic loss of dairy cows nationwide.

A statute in the current Farm Law, Section 608(c) 18 of the enabling legislation for Federal Milk Orders answers just such a crisis. It requires the Secretary of Agriculture, when petitioned, to hold emergency hearings and, if warranted, adjust the Federal minimum milk price into parity with current prices paid for feed grains. The stated

An important part of the DeRuyter, NY, Annual Fireman’s Fair is its Dairy Show. This year the dairy show was held on Aug. 10. Madison County Dairy Ambassador Erin Curtis-Szalach, of Nelson, presented the ribbons. Pictured from left to right are Dairy Ambassador Erin Curtis-Szalach, Judge Matt Sharpe, the show’s Grand Champion cow “Peanut”, and her leadsman Daniel Wood, of DeRuyter. Peanut is a 3-Year-Old Holstein owned by Woodcrest Farm of DeRuyter.

Photos by Diana Curtis

Letters to the Editor

Preserve the National Dairy Herd The drought of 2012 threatens U.S. food security. Much of the corn in the U.S. Corn Belt is withering. Corn supplies for America’s livestock, domestic food industry, ethanol and the global market will fall far short of demand. The 2012 corn yield, irresponsibly estimated by USDA in May at 166 bu./acre, has been reduced to 123.4 bu./acre.

Realistically, feed industry sources estimate the actual yield will be about 105 bu./acre.

The rising prices triggered by this news started an accelerating sell-off of the nation’s dairy cows. A massive sell-off will leave the nation short of an adequate supply of dairy products.

USDA estimates operating losses on U.S. farm milk escalated from $4.05/cwt. in January 2012 to $8.65/cwt. in June. The price of corn has further advanced dramatically since July 1 to an unprecedented +$8/bu.

U.S. dairy farms are financially

purpose of 608(c) 18 is to, “... insure a sufficient quantity of pure and wholesome milk, and be in the public interest.”

Implementing 608(c) 18 is responsible, strategic national food security policy. It will protect the American public from the threat of future dairy food shortages and consumer price spikes. An adequate base of dairy cows, a national dairy herd, if you will, is in the nation’s best food security interest. Dairy farmers need to contact Secretary Vilsack, demanding an immediate 608(c) 18 hearing. He needs to act with speed and clarity.

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Soybean management for top yields

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Crop Comments

by Paris Reidhead Field Crops Consultant Future of Corn Futures The Wikipedia on-line encyclopedia addresses the concept of “futures” as the economic backbone of the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) as follows: “A futures exchange or futures market is a central financial exchange where people can trade standardized futures contracts; that is, a contract to buy specific quantities of a commodity or financial instrument at a specified price with delivery set at a specified time in the future. These types of contracts fall into the category of derivatives.

Such instruments are priced according to the movement of the underlying asset (stock, physical commodity, index, etc.). The aforementioned category is named ‘derivatives’ because the value of these instruments is derived from another asset class.” To me this stuff is complicated... not surprising since I only earned a C when I took basic agricultural product marketing at Cornell many years ago.

Wikipedia cites one of the earliest records of futures trading as the brain-child of Thales, a philosopher in ancient Greece who developed a “financial device, which involves a principle of universal application.”

Thales would predict whether the olive harvest would be exceptionally good the next autumn.

Confidently, he made agreements with local olive-press owners to deposit his money with them to guarantee him

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exclusive use of their olive presses when the harvest was ready.

Thales successfully negotiated low prices because the harvest was in the future and no one knew whether the harvest would be plentiful or pathetic, and because the olive press owners were willing to hedge against the possibility of a poor yield. When the harvest time came, and a sharp increase in demand for the use of the olive presses outstripped supply, he sold his future use contracts of the olive presses at a rate of his choosing, and scored financially. (Note: I find no evidence that olives are traded on the CBOT.) CBOT was formed in 1973. I’ll examine four ag commodities futures which are traded there: soybean oil meal (priced by the ton), whole raw soybeans, shelled corn, and wheat; “beans”, corn, and wheat are priced by the bushel.

Grain supplies and costs continue to plague livestock people. Livestock people sometimes seem to forget that ruminant

digestive systems are designed to process roughages first, then grains second. Thus, demand for these grains is higher (in my opinion) than it needs to be. I dug up prices for commodity grains on the Chicago Board of Trade (September futures), converted from bushels to tons. For September of 2011, futures prices, converted to dollars per ton, were: soybean oil meal @ $362, soybeans @ $457,

shelled corn @ $244, and wheat @ $231. These are prices which I consider most relevant to dairy farmers.

They were CBOT figures, but that their relative costs give producers useful information for feeding management decisions. The comparable values for September 2012 futures (which, as you read this are no longer “futures”) are: soybean meal @ $532, soybeans @ $583, shelled corn @ $284, wheat @ $290.

The biggest reason for the increase in these commodity prices is (nobrainer here) the record drought which continues to ravage the nation’s grain belt. Uncertainty in the corn harvest predic-

tions caused confusion in pricing of that commodity. USDA forecasts in late spring... despite horrific moisture shortages in the Midwest... predicted per acre corn yields might drop ten percent from the original estimates of 160 bushels. Mid-July revisions by USDA pointed to a 25 percent paring of that overly optimistic figure. By that time corn had either successfully pollinated... or hadn’t.

Combinations of excess heat and little or no rainfall had already taken their toll. By mid-August grass-roots level corn experts (the ones with mud... or more accurately dust... on their boots) were forecasting

average national corn yields to barely clear the century mark. Drought issues impacted corn disastrously; the weather impact on soybeans was much better, merely terrible. To compound this domestic mess, all these markets are global, sensitive to items such as intended soybean purchases by China, and expected wheat harvests in the Ukraine. It’s easy to forget that until late in the 2011 growing season, government crop forecasters seemed to ignore the massive destruction wrought by Missouri River floods on hundreds of thousands of Midwest crop acres!

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Frankfort. Second place points were awarded to Helen Korniat from Frankfort and Charlene Lawless from Frankfort won the Third place points.

The Forage and Grain Crops group had four exhibitors with 13 exhibits.

Nine won first place, three won second

place and one won third place. The High Point Fair Trophy is awarded to Steve Collins Farm of Ilion, NY. Ron and Nancy Smith express gratitude to the entrants, observers and fellow volunteers. They also express congratulations to the winners.

Crop from A6 One variable still impacting CBOT corn pricing is the demand placed on the market by corn-based ethanol production. Practically speaking... despite the federally-mandated 10-percent inclusion rate of this alternative fuel in gasoline... just how well does $8 corn pencil into the cash flow of distilleries?

Controversial laws establishing the subsidy and tariff (protecting ethanol production) ran out at last year’s end.

Ethanol yields 30 percent less octane than regular gasoline, and already I’m starting to see more and more gas stations selling ethanol-free gasoline. Several Midwest corn-based ethanol distilleries have closed their doors. Simple economics may balance out this fuel vs. food and feed teeter-totter.

Referring back to the ancient Greek anecdote mentioned earlier, let me stress that this is a very loose example of futures trading; more likely it meets the definition of an option contract, since Thales was not obliged to use the olive presses if the yield was poor (he’d already “pre-rented” them).

In closing, let me fast forward to comparatively modern history, i.e., Professor Darrah’s class (at Cornell, ca. 1966). Toward the end of each semester, Darrah would demonstrate different ways that someone involved in ag marketing could “lose his shirt” (things like selling steers when everyone else was selling their steers, etc).

Each time he mentioned something stupid to avoid in marketing, he would tear off part of his shirt, starting with a cuff. With each successive marketing blunder to avoid, he tore off another part of his shirt, until all that remained of his white dress shirt was the collar (and his tie), and of course, his suit jacket. When the end-of-class bell sounded, he non-challantly returned, as if nothing out of the ordinary had happened. This particular lecture was so popular that lots of former students cut other classes to attend it. And word got out to scores of artsies from the lower campus who helped pack the auditorium.

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Get ready for the YEMMies— Young, Educated, Millennial Mothers

by Bob Giblin The United States is starting to see a shift that could hold profound implications for agriculture and food preferences. This shift will drive change in grocery stores and marketing channels, and it could translate into changes inside the farm gate. A new research study, “Trouble in Aisle 5,” by Jefferies and Alix Partners, outlines serious challenges to traditional grocers, but some of the trends identified point to real opportunities for agriculture to connect to the Millennial generation, and make improvements that appeal to all customers.

In 2001, the Millennial generation (born 1982-2001) surpassed Baby Boomers (born 1946-1964) as a percentage of the U.S. population. By 2020, Baby Boomers will fall to less than 20 percent of the U.S. population, while Millennials over 25 will reach 19 percent. Twenty-five years old is an important

milestone; it’s when income and household formation accelerate and form the catalyst for increased consumption. Their influence over the marketplace is poised to skyrocket.

Though many Boomers would paint Millennials as a fast-food generation, Millennials are much bigger “foodies” than their parents or grandparents. Many are more educated and bettertraveled than Boomers were at similar ages. Millennials are likely to have been exposed to more ethnic types of food than their parents. They have grown up with the Food Channel, cooking shows, rock-star and celebrity chefs and upscale or specialty food stores. They like exotic, diverse and international cuisines.

The “Trouble in Aisle 5” study says the transformation spurred by the Millennials has the potential to “create a chaotic marketplace that dramatically changes where and how consumers shop for groceries, and what

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They generally want more choices, more flavors and more variety — especially for fruits, vegetables, meats and seafood.

Though more men are now grocery shopping, women typically account for 85 percent of food purchasing decisions.

That will continue with a new, powerful group that is emerging — Young, Educated Millennial Mothers. The study predicts that YEMMies will set the trends for spending in the coming years, and are dedicated to shopping on their own terms.

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“Pennsylvania has a proud tradition of hosting the nation’s outstanding livestock producers at KILE, the

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• Beef Cattle Fitting and Showmanship Clinic — Friday, Oct. 5, from 7 - 8:30 p.m.

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• RFD-TV national agricultural radio broadcast — Oct. 4-5 • Junior Beef Breeding Supreme Champion Female — Sunday, Oct. 7, at 1 p.m.

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Northeast agriculture: the overlooked economic engine Farm Credit East releases report analyzing the economic impact of agriculture on the northeast’s economy ENFIELD, CT — The agricultural, commercial fishing and forest products industries are key economic engines in the Northeast according to an economic impact report recently released by Farm Credit East, the largest lender to Northeast agriculture.

The report found that the 64,570 farms and related businesses throughout the 6-state region of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, New Hampshire and Rhode Island produced an estimated $71 billion impact on state output in 2010 and resulted in 379,000 jobs on and off the farm.

“Agriculture is a major economic engine in the Northeast and this means jobs, local food production and economic activity in hundreds of communities,” said Bill Lipinski, Farm Credit East CEO. “Agriculture has a bright future here in the Northeast and with appropriate state policies and community support will continue to enhance our Northeast economy.”

From dairy farms to commercial fishing operations along the coast, to the fruit, vegetable, vineyard, timber, nursery and greenhouse operations in between — the Northeast agricultural industry is extremely diverse.

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• New York State contributes a $38 billion impact on state economic output, with $15.6 billion being valueadded activity. In addition, New York agriculture generates 196,200 jobs, both on and off the farm, statewide.

Milk and cattle production accounts for 40 percent of the total agricultural output impact generating nearly 28,500 jobs.

• Massachusetts agriculture and related processing activities is responsible for $13 billion in output, with $5.5 billion being value-added, which stays within the community. In addition, Massachusetts agriculture generates 68,110 jobs. Commercial fishing is the state’s largest sector, at $1.5 billion in output and more than 12,000 jobs, but the cranberry and greenhouse industries are also major economic contributors.

• New Jersey has a long history of farming and fishing as indicated by the approximately $11.5 billion impact on state economic output and 61,000 jobs generated statewide. Greenhouse and nursery production is the state’s largest sector with $919 million in out-

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• Connecticut contributed $4.6 billion in output and generated more than 26,700 jobs. Greenhouse and nursery production is the state’s largest sector generating $457 million

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Pennsylvania Cattlemen Association’s Summer Field Day will be held on Saturday, Sept. 8, hosted by Dan & Seth Snyder — Stone Ridge Manor, 654 Cold Spring Rd., Gettysburg PA. The Snyders of Stone Ridge Manor are registered Hereford cattle breeders and participate in Total Herd Reporting as well as utilizing ultrasound for carcass data. Through the use of these valuable tools, combined with consistent

use of proven genetics, emphasizing calving ease, feed efficiency, desirable yields and grade quality, they are constantly moving forward to meet the needs of today’s cattleman. Farm highlights include an annual fall sale, selling Hereford bulls to a multi-state customer base. The bulls can be previewed during the field day.

The field day will include a farm facility tour, BQA chute side recertification, manure management and regulatory requirements. A panel comprised of Joe Ellis, Ellis Farms; Jim Hogue, Agri-Basics Inc; Dan Kniffen, Phd, PSU Livestock Specialist; and Dan Snyder, Stone Ridge Manor will discuss increasing profitability through genetics, nutrition and production practices that increase added value.

Colin Woodall, NCBA will provide an update on national legislative issues and Secretary George Greig, PA Department of Agriculture, will deliver the state of the Ag Industry in Pennsylvania.

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There will be commercial exhibitors demonstrating goods and services available to the cattle industry. Non-profit agencies which provide services will also be in attendance. A $5 registration fee will be collected the day of the event.

Industry partners sponsoring this event include The PA Grazing Lands Coalition Initiative, the PA Center for

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Pro Ag announces national petition effort MESHOPPEN, PA — Progressive Agriculture Organization (Pro Ag) has announced that it has joined the national effort to circulate a petition that has been prepared by Pete Hardin, editor of the MILKWEED. This petition is to be sent to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to request a USDA hearing for an adjustment in the raw milk price paid to dairy farmers whose milk is shipped under the Federal Order System based upon the Secretary's obligations under section 608 (c) 18 of the 1937 Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act (AMAA).

Pro Ag Manager, Arden Tewksbury stated, “I am encouraging everyone to support this effort. It is essential to circulate this petition to as many dairy farmers, ag businesses, and consumers as possible to enlarge support for this commendable effort. The completed petitions should be immediately sent to Secretary Vilsack, as indicated, in order to deal with this accelerating dairy farmer financial emergency. The fastest method will be by e-mail.”

These signed petitions can be sent by E-mail to dana.coale@ams.usda.gov or by mail to: Thomas Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture, c/o Dana H. Coale, Deputy Administrator, AMS - Dairy Programs, Room 2968-S Whitten Building 1400 Independence Avenue, SW,Washington, DC 20250 Robin Fitch, a dairy farmer from West Winfield, NY, supports the 608 (c) 18 petition effort. Fitch remarked, “Dairy farmers must have higher raw milk prices that adequately reflect the input costs, like grain, necessary to produce the milk needed to

assure a fresh, local supply of milk for consumers. July figures from USDA indicate that the average American dairy farmer is losing over $8 per cwt on milk shipped due to high costs.”

Tewksbury continued, “Pete Hardin has correctly pointed out the wide discrepancy between the parity percentage being received by grain producers and the parity percentage being paid to

equities facing dairy farmers must be corrected to do whatever is needed to get this praiseworthy endeavor proposed by Pete Hardin underway.”

Tewksbury reported that Pro Ag will be a strong advocate for this petition effort.

Progressive Agriculture Organization is endorsing this petition and is diligently sending it all across the country.

Petition to Secretary of Agriculture Thomas Vilsack Due primarily to drought and fast-rising grain/forage costs, many U.S. dairy farmers face their worst net income squeeze ever - even worse than in 2009.

USDA's monthly “All Milk Price” vs. USDA data for “U.S. Monthly Dairy Costs of Production Per Cwt. of Milk Sold” show this progressive red ink bath for January-June 2012 (per hundredweight of milk sold): January (-$4.05), February (-$6.22), March (-$6.23), April (-$7.12), May (-$8.35), and June (-$8.65). Milk prices are at about 32% of parity.

The Secretary of Agriculture has the authority, under Section 608(c) 18 of the enabling language for federal milk orders, to act upon evidence presented at a hearing to adjust regional farm milk prices when, according to the law: “... the parity prices of such commodities are not reasonable in the view of the price of feeds, the available supplies of feeds, and other economic conditions which affect the market supply and demand for milk and its products ... he shall fix prices as he finds will reflects such factors, insure a sufficient quantity of pure and wholesome milk, and be in the public interest.”

This communication is a request to you to immediately convene a national federal milk order pricing hearing, under Section 608(c) 18.

We urge you to hold this hearing in a Drought-stressed dairy region - so REAL dairy farmers may attend.

No prevailing “other economic conditions” exist to justify failure to act under Section 608(c) 18.

We await your immediate response and action on this matter. ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________

(Your name) (Your address & Street, or P. O. Box) (Town or City, State & Zip Code) (Date) (E-mail and/or telephone)

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dairy farmers. This injustice must be corrected immediately, and a federal hearing that gives dairy farmers a chance to speak for themselves is essential and reasonable considering the extreme financial crisis facing dairy farmers everywhere.”

Pro Ag President Dennis Boyanowski said, “We are encouraging all those who believe that the current milk pricing in-

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Plans for the 2012 Central New York Farm Progress show are well under way and all indications suggest the 2012 show will continue to grow in both the number of participating exhibitors and the folks coming to enjoy the show. The Farm Show provides an essential service to the agricultural community, and the Farm Show Committee, a volunteer endeavor comprised of many hardworking individuals, is proud to provide this service for our friends and neighbors. Of course, much of this success is due to the ongoing support of our long-time exhibitors and friends, plus the infusion of new products and services from our more recent vendors. The CNY Farm Progress Show is a non-profit organization; therefore we are pleased to report that any excess funds generated by the show are used to fund youth scholarships and educational programs that will foster learning and involvement in the agricultural community.

Congratulations Scholarship Winners: • Rochelle DiNigro-Mount, Markham High School • Nicole Todd, Herkimer High School

• Nicholas Hrobuchak, Owen D Young • Jaron Case, Herkimer High School Each year the show gets better and offers the public a growing variety of farm oriented exhibits. We look forward to another successful year and hope you will be a part of it!

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by Kevin Pautler, Director NAASS-PA

by Kevin Pautler, Director NASS-PA USDA Forecasts Wheat Production Unaffected

by Drought, while Corn and Soybeans Suffer Affected by one of the worst droughts on record, U.S. corn growers are forecast to harvest 87.4 million acres in 2012, down two percent

from June estimates.

The 2012 growing season began on a very optimistic note for growers, with the fastest corn planting pace on record.

The growers’ optimism waned, however, when the warm spring was followed by a very dry summer, developing into a drought throughout

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down 12 percent from last year. Soybean yield in 2012 is expected to average 36.1 bushels per acre, down 5.4 bushels from the 2011 crop.

In contrast to corn and soybeans, all wheat production in the U.S. remains largely unaffected by the drought and is forecast at 2.27 billion bushels, up 13 percent from 2011. Based on Aug. 1 conditions, the yield for all wheat is forecast at 46.5 bushels per acre, up 0.9 bushel from last month, and up 2.8 bushels from last year.

Between July 25 and

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Crop Forecasts Released Aug. 10 The complete “Crop Production” report can be found at www.nass. usda.gov by clicking on “Crops and Plants” in the left gray panel or by calling 1-800-498-1518.

Aug. 1 field crop forecasts are based on the June Acreage report combined with results of the monthly first-of-the-month Ag Yield surveys conducted throughout the growing season. Stay tuned for the Sept.12 crop report for the corn and beans update as of Sept. 1.

Small grain forecasts are up for all three of the major crops in Pennsylvania. Winter wheat production in Pennsylvania is expected to be seven percent above last year, while oats and barley

production are expected to be up 45 percent and 18 percent respectively.

As of Aug. 1, average yields are expected as follows: 62 bushels for wheat, 57 bushels for oats, and 73 bushels per acre for barley.

At 118 bushels, expected corn yields in Pennsylvania are above last year by seven bushels as of Aug. 1.

With 40,000 more acres harvested in Pennsylvania, production is forecast 11 percent above 2011 at 118 million bushels.

Soybean production in Pennsylvania is expected to be one percent above last year, at 21.8 million bushels expected. The forecasted 42 bushel average yield is two bushels below 2011 with expected harvested acres up by 30,000 to 520,000 acres.

Dry alfalfa production in Pennsylvania is forecast at 1.19 million tons as of August, seven percent above last year. Expected average yield is

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most of the Corn Belt states. Despite planting the largest number of acres to corn in the past 75 years, growers are forecast to produce 10.8 billion bushels in 2012, down 13 percent from 2011. Based on conditions as of Aug. 1, corn yields are expected to average 123.4 bushels per acres, down 23.8 bushels from last year.

Just as with corn producers, U.S. soybean growers are greatly affected by the drought conditions. Soybean production is forecast as 2.69 billion bushels,

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NCBA backs policymakers’ quest to bring relief to U.S. cattle ranchers The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) stands with 156 U.S. Representatives and 25 U.S. Senators in their quest to bring commonsense to Washington, D.C., and relief to rural America by encouraging Environmental Protection Agency Administrator (EPA) Lisa Jackson to implement a waiver to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). Recently, more than 150 representatives signed a letter to Administrator Jackson and on Aug. 7 more than 20 senators did the same. The letters went to Administrator Jackson because EPA was granted the authority in the 2005 Energy Policy Act, which set the initial RFS, and in the 2007 Energy Independence and Security Act, which expanded the fuels standard, to waive the RFS because of severe economic or environmental harm.

In the House, the letter was a bipartisan effort led

by Congressmen Bob Goodlatte (R-VA); Jim Matheson (D-Utah); Steve Womack (R-AR); and Mike McIntyre (D-NC).

“The RFS mandate has created a domino effect.

Tightening supplies have already driven up the price of corn, and the extreme weather being experienced by much of the nation will only further increase prices. I am pleased that my colleagues in the Senate have joined me and 155 other Members of the House of Representatives in urging EPA Administrator Jackson to act now to make a critical reduction in the RFS for 2012,” said Representative Goodlatte. “We should not be in a position where we are choosing between fuel and feed for our livestock.”

NCBA President J.D. Alexander said his organization supports American ethanol.

Alexander, who is a cattleman from Nebraska, said corn-based ethanol has done a lot to stabilize many rural commu-

nities in his state and yields a co-product, dried distillers’ grains, which many cattlemen use as a feed ingredient.

Alexander, like many of the members of Congress urging EPA to issue the waiver, is seeking a level playing field for cattlemen to compete “head-to-head” for a bushel of corn in one of the worst droughts in the nation’s history. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, roughly 70 percent of cattle producing regions are suffering from drought conditions.

“We find it concerning that these mandates are allowed to continue today

in the worst drought I have seen in my lifetime.

Seventy percent of cattle country is under drought conditions — this is not isolated to a certain part of the country. One has to wonder how bad the drought has to get before EPA uses its authority to grant a RFS waiver,” said Alexander. “This isn’t rocket science. Let the market work.”

The Senate letter was also a bipartisan effort led by Senators Saxby Chambliss (R-GA) and Kay Hagan (D-NC).

“In light of the widespread droughts that are causing severe economic harm to our nation’s farmers and ranchers, I

am proud that a bipartisan group of senators signed on to the Hagan/Chambliss letter that asks EPA to use its authority to waive the corn-ethanol mandate of the Renewable Fuels Standard,” said Senator Hagan. “A waiver from the corn-ethanol mandate will provide much needed relief for livestock and poultry producers suffering from record high corn prices brought on by the worst drought in 50 years.”

The RFS requires 13.2 billion gallons of cornbased ethanol to be produced in 2012 and 13.8 billion gallons in 2013, amounts that will use about 4.7 billion and 4.9 billion bushels, respectively, of the nation’s corn. Some agricultural forecasters now are estimating that just

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in 2011 — meaning corn-ethanol production will use about four of every 10 bushels.

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Letter outlines flexibility of RFS and described how granting a waiver would be counterintuitive WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Aug. 24, Growth Energy and seven other biofuel organizations sent a letter to President Obama outlining the importance of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), explaining the inherent flexibility of the RFS to deal with a short crop, as caused by this year’s drought. Additionally the letter went on to explain the many counterintuitive consequences of waiving the RFS. “While the Environmental Protection Agency has the fiduciary duty to review the petitions filed by state governors, I felt it was critical that the industry communicated the importance of the RFS and how a waiver will not accomplish the goal of bringing down grain prices,” stated Tom Buis CEO of Growth Energy.

“Trying to blame the ethanol industry is disingenuous and misplaced.

The true culprit is Mother Nature and there is no tool available to alter the unpredictable,” Buis continued. “Currently there is a tremendous amount of misinformation surrounding the drought and ethanol production and educating policymakers on the facts is a top priority.

Ethanol production does not use 40

percent of the corn, but only 16 percent of the total net corn acreage. In the production of ethanol, only the starch is removed, so the co-product is a high protein animal feed, known as distillers grains, which not only replaces corn for livestock feed, but also displaces soybean meal.

The market is already working in the response to high commodity prices.

Ethanol production is down 15 percent and obligated parties have the option to use an excess of 2.5 billion RFS credits. This waiver would only hurt family farmers by asking them to accept a lower price during a year they are facing a short crop.

When you look at the facts, obligated parties will continue to use ethanol in blending gasoline as it is the cheapest source of octane on the market — and removing that ability would only drive up gas prices, having a far greater effect on consumers.

“The biofuels industry has created and supported nearly 500,000 jobs during difficult economic times, and to grant a waiver that would cause widespread job loss and suppress investment in the next generation biofuels would set a bad precedent. An isolated event surrounded by hysteria and misinformation should not dictate policy decisions,” Buis concluded.

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Vermeer expands high-capacity wheel rake line with the VR2040 High-Capacity Wheel Rake Forage producers can now harness the power and innovation of the Vermeer high-capacity wheel rake in an even larger package with the VR2040 High-Capacity Wheel Rake. With a 40 foot (12.19m) raking width and 20 rake wheels each equipped with individual wheel suspension, the VR2040 HighCapacity Wheel Rake helps maximize raking efficiency.

“When we announced our high-capacity wheel rake line with the VR1428 last year, we introduced some unique features to the wheel rake. With the VR2040, we’re offering those features to producers in an even larger capacity,” said Phil Egging, Vermeer Product Manager. “The VR2040 has the individual cylinders on each wheel, the same solid rake arm design — those things that have made the VR1428 able to cover ground and rake effectively are now available in a 40 foot raking width.”

The VR2040 features a dual-purpose lift and suspension cylinder on each rake wheel, coupled with a nitrogencharged accumulator, for easily changing rake wheel settings and pressure.

By properly setting the pressure, the down force on each wheel then remains consistent through the entire range of motion, improving tooth life and hay pick up, and reducing dirt content in the windrow.

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“Everything about this rake design contributes to maximum raking coverage. There’s a misconception that a rake of this size needs a pivot joint in the arms in order to flex and cover contours, but between the cylinders on each individual wheel and the rear toolbar pivots, the VR2040 has superior vertical travel and ground contour following,” said Egging.

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by George Greig, Secretary of Agriculture September 2012 Since the state’s first agriculture show, hosted

by William Penn in Philadelphia in 1686, farmers have gathered across Pennsylvania to showcase their farm suc-

cesses, hear about new technology and talk with old friends.

The first annual statewide exhibition, the Pennsylvania Corn, Fruit, Vegetable, Dairy Products and Wool Show, was held in Harrisburg in 1917 and cov-

ered just 10,000 square feet and attracted 5,000 people. By 1927, attendance grew to 50,000, and in 1931 the show was officially named the Pennsylvania Farm Show and housed in a new building located on reclaimed land on the

outskirts of Harrisburg.

Today that building, the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center, maintains whispers of the past. When you walk through its doors, you can almost smell the welding and hear the clank of metal from the building’s time

as a wartime factory, or see show animals being unloaded from rail stock cars.

Now the complex hosts more than 300 events and meetings and welcomes an excess of one million visitors annually.

While agriculture remains at the heart of its

function, the modern building is home to trade shows, sporting events, conventions and more. It features nearly one million square feet of flexible exhibit space under one roof and plenty of parking, and easily hosts a variety of events and meetings at the same time. Just last year, the original part of the building was remodeled and is now home to the Keystone Conference Center, adding more options for smaller meetings.

A cash cow for the regional economy, the complex brings more than $350 million in economic impact into the Harrisburg area each year because of visitor spending at restaurants, hotels and shopping and tourism spots.

The building’s namesake event in January brings more than 400,000 visitors and about $90 million to the region. Next year, the State Games of America expects to bring 10,000 people to Harrisburg, while the American Rabbit Breeders Association national convention in October 2013 and Mennonite World Conference in July 2015 will draw 15,000 people and $40.5 million in economic activity.

The Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center is bringing money to Pennsylvania, and it will continue because of our dedicated Farm Show team. Nearly 60 full-time staff and 30 seasonal workers offer unmatched customer service. They’re efficient, responsive and committed to the success of every event.

The team, with the help of the Farm Show Commission, recently put together a strategic plan to make the complex Pennsylvania’s preferred multiuse facility for expositions, exhibitions, conventions, sporting and social events, meetings and banquets. The plan includes increasing complex utilization, ramping up marketing efforts and making capital improvements.

The plan is a continuation of our efforts to operate the complex like a profitable business by increasing revenue and decreasing costs. Since the

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Cornell Maple Marketing Webinars Starting Thursday, Sept. 6, Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is offering the Cornell Maple Marketing Webinar Series at its office in the Gerald J. Sko-

Farm Show from A19 2004-2005 fiscal year, the facility’s revenue is up 20 percent. Occupancy in major halls increased to 76 percent, from 72 percent five years ago. During the same time, we cut expenses by $200,000 by cutting energy costs and operating more efficiently.

As part of our cost savings efforts, we’re also seeking new public-private partnerships to help in the operation of the complex with minimal taxpayer dollars. Recently, the complex entered into a $750,000 sponsorship agreement with Weis Markets for naming rights to the Expo Hall. Other sponsors include Ford, Nationwide Insurance and Highmark. All told, the sponsorships bring in nearly$225,000 to the complex’s overall operating budget each year.

The Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center serves to advance and promote agriculture and commercial industries, and I encourage you to stop by one of the many agriculture shows we’re hosting over the next several months and see what we’ve been up to.

Pennsylvania’s first industries — agriculture and tourism — are partnering to support Pennsylvania’s economic vitality at the: • All-American Dairy Show (Sept. 15-20) – $9.5 million economic impact, 6,000 attendees • Keystone International Livestock Exposition (Sept. 29-Oct. 7) – $24 million economic impact, 15,000 attendees • Penn National Horse Show (Oct. 11-20) – $36.5 million economic impact, 15,000 attendees • Pennsylvania 4-H Horse Show (Oct. 26-28) – $2.6 million economic impact, 5,000 attendees • Standardbred Horse Sale (Nov. 5-10) – $46.4 million economic impact, 15,000 attendees For more information, visit www.pafarmshowcomplex.state.pa.us or call 717-787-5373.

da Extension Education Center. Webinars are presented on the first Thursday evening of the month from 7-8 p.m. These webinars from Cornell University are designed to help you design your retail, wholesale, bulk or other marketing strategy.

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Coffee and refreshments will be served. Contact Liz Higgins (emh56@cornell.edu) or 845-2926180 to RSVP. For information on webinar connection details and archived past webinars visit www.cornellmaple.com.

North Country Family Dairy Finds Good Return on Investment in Crop Insurance PARISH, NY -- For seventy-five years, three generations so far, the Gilbert family has farmed Adon Farms in Parish. North Country dairy and crop farmers like the Gilberts need to engage in active risk management.

The farm is located near Potsdam in St. Lawrence Co. In the fields, manure, lime and tile drainage make the most of the relatively poor soils.

In the farm office, contracting milk, feed and fuel, and purchasing crop insurance, lend support to best farming practices.

“Currently we milk about 1250 cows and crop about 3200 acres [of grain and corn silage, alfalfa, and hay.] We've grown since ‘83 to twenty times our original size,” says Tony Gilbert, who manages the cropping.

The farm is truly family-run; his mother Adriane handles the finances, and Nick & Tony Gilbert of Adon Farms in Parish.

Photo credit: Rhonda Granger his son Nick works in the fields in the summer, and in the barn with Tony's brother Andy in the winter. The acreage allows them to, ideally, grow all of the forages and grains that they need.

Speaking of his challenges, Gilbert says, “With the diversity of land that we have, you always have one area or another that's a crop loss. In a very dry year, our sandy, gravelly grounds might suffer. In a wet year they flourish.”

Crop insurance can even out some of the inevitable ups and downs.

Some years, Gilbert has considered skipping crop insurance enrollment to save money, and each time he was glad that he didn't. “The problem on a large dairy, or any dairy for that matter, if you don't limit your risk you open yourself up to some bad times when milk prices get low.”

The prevented planting provision, available in most crop insurance policies for field crops, pays for yield losses when weather keeps you out of the fields before the June late planting deadline. With the North Country's shorter growing season, Gilbert calls this “an asset.”

Gilbert encourages both beginning and established farmers to consider forward contracting and crop insurance to help even out cash flow and ensure continuity for future generations.

“If you can look at our cost return on crop insurance, it definitely is a big payback,” he says.

The Gilberts have learned about crop insurance by reading, and with the help of their agent. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Crop Insurance Education Program offers fact sheets, presentations, and other resources on their website at agriculture.ny.gov/ap/CropInsurance.html. Educators from the program, which is funded by USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA), provide in-person workshops, talks at producer meetings, and staff booths at major farm shows throughout the year.

Crop insurance must be purchased from a licensed agent. Enrollment deadlines vary by crop. Most spring-planted field crop policies must be enrolled by March 15th of the growing year. Winter wheat and barley crop insurance enrollment is September 30th. A special type of crop insurance for pasture and hay, to insure against drought, has an enrollment deadline of November 15th, 2012 for the 2013 growing year. You can find a crop insurance agent on the web, by going to the agent/company locator tool at www.rma.usda.gov.

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has partnered with USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA) to provide crop insurance education to New York State farmers. For more information, please visit the NYS Crop Insurance Education website at www.agriculture.ny.gov/AP/CropInsurance.html or call 518-457-4531 or 800-554-4501. To find a crop insurance agent, please contact your local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office or use the USDA RMA crop insurance agent locator tool on the web at www3.rma.usda.gov/apps/agents.

forecast at 2.7 tons per acre, unchanged from last year. Expected acres harvest is estimated at 440,000, up 30,000 acres from 2011.

Dry other hay production in Pennsylvania is forecast at 2.37 million tons as of Aug. 1, down one percent from last year. Expected average yield is 2.3 tons per acre, unchanged from 2011.

Expected harvested acreage is down 10,000 acres from last year at 1,030,000 acres.

Light air-cured Burley tobacco acres for harvest are estimated at 4,700, down 300 acres from the 5,000 acres of Burley tobacco harvested last year.

Burley production is expected to be at 11.28 million pounds, three percent

above 2011; yield is 2,400 pounds per acre, up 200 pounds from a year ago.

Pennsylvania and Maryland-type tobacco growers anticipate increased production compared to last year.

Maryland-type production is up 11 percent from 2011. Pennsylvania-type tobacco production is expected to be up 26 percent from last year.

Apples are forecast at 481 million pounds in Pennsylvania, five percent above last year’s crop. Peach production is forecast at 16,500 tons, seven percent below last year. Pear output, at 3,000 tons, is up 35 percent from 2011. Grape production of 54,000 tons is down 41 percent from last year.

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In 2011, U.S. farmers reported spending a record-high $318.7 billion to produce agricultural products, a 10.2 percent increase over 2010. A recent report issued on Aug. 2 shows the changes in these costs from 2010 to 2011.

In the Atlantic Region, the overall average costs per farm increased by 10.3 percent from 2010 to 2011; nationwide costs increased 11.3 percent. The Atlantic Region includes the 16 states from Tennessee to Maine. Total Expenditures by Region were up in all regions in 2011. The south had the largest increase at 12.8 percent, while the Atlantic was up 8.8 percent. Total Expenditures for the Midwest were up 12.6 percent; the Plains increased 8.5 percent; the West increased 8.4 percent.

Farm improvements and construction, and other farm machinery are not the top expenses on the farm but they are showing the biggest increases this past year. In our region, 2011 farm improvements and construction (including all expenditures related to new construction or repairs of buildings, fences, operator dwelling, and any improvements to physical structures of land) increased 31.9 percent per farm from last year. Other farm machinery increased 22.8 percent per farm compared to 2010. Feed increased 21.6 percent from 2010; agricultural chemicals (including material and applications costs) rose by 18.6 percent.

In the Atlantic Region, the top five expenses per farm for 2011 follow with the change from previous year: #1)

Feed costs up 21.6 percent, #2) Farm services up 4.4 percent, #3) Livestock, poultry and related expenses up 11.3 percent, #4) Labor down 8 percent, #5) Farm improvements and construction up 31.9 percent.

There are five regions used to summarize farm expenses for the 48 contiguous states. This information is just one of many reports that come from the annual Agricultural Resource Management Survey (ARMS). A small sample of growers are asked for their help with this economic survey during the winter. I know that this is a lengthy survey, but many questions are needed to get an accurate picture of the financial status of agriculture in the United States. I want to personally thank the 541 growers that helped us with this survey in 2012.

The full “Farm Production Expenditures report” is available from the web by clicking on “Economics” in the left gray panel at www.nass.usda.gov.

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When does your product need to arrive? Time is of the essence for all of us. How can you cut your customer’s time spent receiving or handling your product? Are there ways to minimize the time your consumer (convenient parking, check-out) or customer (processing invoices or payment) does

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New Jersey Farm Bureau Focus Week Ending Aug. 24 SADC: As Susan Payne (executive director) reported to the State Board of Agriculture on Aug. 22, the week before was a very active week for the farmland preservation program. First, the agency received the official word from the Governor’s Office and State Treasurer that it may proceed with soliciting farmland projects that will utilize the second half of the 2009 Open Space Bond funds. This means that the SADC has been authorized to prepare an appropriation request for the funds still available, which are $73 million. In a notice to a distribution list of “preservation partners,” Ms. Payne states that “staff is working to prepare an appropriations request for consideration by the SADC at its Sept. 27 meeting.” Once approved, the request will then go through the normal procedure of being considered by the GSPT, the legislature and the governor. Further notice will be given on the timing of these events and when funds will be available for expenditure.’

The other activity for the SADC had to do with the closing on a large, mul-

ti-county open space project and a court ruling regarding a soil disturbance/deed of easement violation for a greenhouse grower in Hunterdon County (separate story below). The acquisition closed out the purchase of the Princeton Nurseries property located on 1,900 acres at the junction of Mercer, Burlington and Monmouth Counties. This $28 million project was the second largest for the SADC, second only to the Seabrook property in Salem County several years ago. With the acquisition, New Jersey’s farmland preservation program is very close to reaching the 200,000-acre total of deed-restricted farmland. It is expected that the occasion will be duly noted by official ceremony.

Meeting of Northeast Farm Bureau leaders: President Rich Nieuwenhuis was in Delaware for the annual gathering of his fellow northeast state Farm Bureau presidents and state administrators. Hosted by the Delaware Farm Bureau and the American Farm Bureau in Dover, DE, the group was welcomed by Governor Jack Markell and Ag Secretary Ed Kee. Among the topics

discussed were membership trends, overview of social media, member benefits, legislative/legal issues and a roundtable discussion about EPA regulations for the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Delaware agriculture in 2010 totaled $1.06 billion in farm receipts, of which $830 million was in livestock ($786 million poultry) and the balance is in feed crops and specialties like lima beans ($7.5 million) and watermelon ($10.8 million). The group also was able to tour live standardbred racing at the Harrington Raceway, the Dover Air Force Base and a Perdue poultry plant. One other presentation featured an explanation of a new concept by the Delaware Electric Cooperative for electric generator powered irrigation, which is gaining rapid popularity in Delaware as an alternative to diesel-powered pumps.

Legislature: No word as yet on the governor’s action on the horse slaughter/transport bill (A-2023). While many bills that passed both houses in June have been acted upon by the governor, his deadline for action is not reached until the General Assembly

meets again with a voting session.

That will not occur until sometime after Labor Day. • Governor Christie has signed the bills (S-2500/A-3139) that establish a voter referendum in November for $750 million in bonds for higher education capital projects.

• A new bill (A-3222, S-2162) attracting the interest of Farm Bureau is one that would require scrap yards to keep records of every transaction (e.g. photocopy of seller’s ID) and require payment by check versus cash. Farmers have in the past reported theft of irrigation-related metal and other metal from the farm with little or no chance of law enforcement apprehending the thieves. This approach by Assmemblyman Angel Fuentes and Senator Don Norcross gets at the source of the problem-selling stolen metal for scrap.

For further information, contact the New Jersey Farm Bureau, at The Farmhouse, 168 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608. Phone 609-3937163; fax 609-393-7072; e-mail mail@njfb.org; website www.njfb.org.

Thruway toll hike hearings are exposing potential hardships for farmers The Thruway Authority is hearing from New York Farm Bureau members across the state about how a proposed 45 percent toll hike on larger commercial vehicles will seriously hurt their businesses. Many attending public hearings in mid-August testified about the likely hardships they will face. The extreme toll hike will not only be harmful to their bottom line, but it will also hit consumers in their wallets as well, as the increased transportation costs are passed down the food chain.

NYFB State Director and egg farmer Hal Kreher spoke in Buffalo and explained how the projected hike will cost his business an additional $500 a month in tolls. He is also concerned about paying more for feed for his chickens since it is trucked into his family farm in Clarence, NY. “Everything you get from a store got there on a truck. And if it passes through a warehouse in Buffalo, Rochester, or elsewhere, it may take more than one trip on a truck. This is going to impact the cost of all goods,” Kreher told the Thruway Authority at the Buffalo hearing.

NYFB member Steve Wadhams is coowner of Wadhams Enterprises, Inc., a family run transportation company in Phelps, NY, that hauls many products including milk. He testified in East Syracuse and expects to see a half-amillion dollar impact on his company.

And at the Aug. 18 Newburgh hearing, NYFB member and horticulture farmer Ed Fairweather of Wessels’ Farms in Otisville spoke about how the cost of deliveries to florists and garden centers will jump dramatically.

He predicts it would cost him $3,600 more a year in tolls. To make up that money, Fairweather says he would have to sell 6,428 small flower pots to simply break even.

“This is taxation,” said Fairweather.

“The Thruway needs to reign in its own

spending and not pass it on to the people. This is not right.”

Additionally, if this toll hike is approved, New Yorkers can expect to see more truck traffic on rural roads as some haulers look to avoid the Thruway to cut costs. This is a safety concern for everyone as a growing number of large trucks will share two-lane roads with passenger cars and trucks.

Our farmers understand the need to keep our roads and bridges structurally sound, but doing it on the backs of struggling farm families is not the answer. The Thruway Authority should first take steps recommended by their own consultants and Comptroller Thomas Dinapoli to get their financial house in order before

they attempt to pass on the costs to hard working New Yorkers.

Assemblyman Magee speaks out against Thruway toll hike Assemblyman Bill Magee (D-Nelson) on Aug. 17 testified at the Thruway Authority’s public hearing reiterating his opposition to the proposed 45 percent toll increase for commercial vehicles. Earlier this summer, Assemblyman Magee had written letters to the New York State Comptroller and to the New York State Thruway Authority’s Board of Directors, addressing the issue as a serious matter of concern and urging the Thruway to withdraw their proposal.

“Our families, businesses and farmers can’t afford this excessive toll hike,” Assemblyman Magee said.

“This hike increase would drive up the costs of food and consumer goods at a time when many families are having trouble weathering our current economic climate.”

If the proposed increase goes into effect, it will be the fifth toll increase in the last seven years, Assemblyman Magee added.

“This toll hike would place a large burden on our small businesses and farms,” Assemblyman Magee said.

“The dairy industry, the largest sector of our agricultural economy, relies heavily on truck transportation to connect their products to their costumers. This increase will force our farmers to either absorb or drive up the cost of their products to offset the increased expenses.”

Beginning Women Farmers - Whole Farm Planning Training Program accepts applications for upcoming sessions NORWICH, NY — The Central New York Resource Conservation and Development Project, Inc. (CNYRC&D) recently announced that applications are being accepted for the fourth year of the Beginning Women Farmer Program. “Empowering Beginning Women Farmers in the Northeast through Whole Farm Planning” is provided in association with Holistic Management International. Across the Northeast, over 200 women have graduated from the training giving them new tools, information and perspectives on how to succeed in farming.

This innovative program instructs participants on using a holistic approach to decision making on their farms. Participants from all across New York State will meet for 10 sessions on topics such as goal setting, financial, business, and marketing plans, land and infrastructure planning, soil fertility, and planned graz-

ing. The final three sessions are located on farms to allow for hands-on learning. According to participant Linda Haley Ross of Madison County, “The Northeast Beginning Women Farmer program allowed me to learn hands-on, in-classroom, and through peer discussion the real challenges I would be facing as a farmer today, while providing me the tools to address them. In addition, I leave with a lifelong support system and perpetually growing network of resources to guarantee my success.”

Participants are provided with a mentor and are connected with a network of other beginning women farmers throughout the Northeast for additional support. Participants from previous classes continue to meet after graduation to stay connected, enjoy the camaraderie created by the training and expand their learning.

Applications for the fourth year of

this program are due on Oct. 15 and are available at www.cnyrcd.org or by contacting Lauren Lines, New York State Coordinator at rcdstaff@ cnyrcd.org. The sessions will begin in November. The location will be selected based upon the location of the majority of accepted applications.

Submitted by: Tony Liguori, Bradford County Conservation District The Bradford County Conservation District is offering free soil sample kits toward the development of a manure or nutrient management plan for those who land apply manure or agricultural wastewater. For each kit purchased by producers, they will receive a free kit, up to a maximum of five based on acreage and field practices. The value per kit is $9 for a total savings up to $45.

Every farm in Pennsylvania that land applies manure mechanically or by pasturing animals, regardless of size,

is required to have and implement a written Manure or Nutrient Management Plan. These plans can be developed by the farmer / producer. Planning assistance is available through the Conservation District.

Those interested in the free soil test kits, wanting planning assistance, or having questions relating to manure or nutrient management should contact the Conservation District at 570- 2655539 X6. Free kits will be provided on a first come-first serve basis and supplies are limited so call now.

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Management-Intensive Grazing Shortcourse with Jim Gerrish A Management-Intensive Grazing Shortcourse with Jim Gerrish will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m.4 p.m. at Herondale Farm, 90 Wiltsie Bridge Road, Ancramdale, NY 12503.

Call 518-329-3769. Visit http:// herondalefarm.com/.

The workshop will include classroom time and field observations in Herondale’s pastures.

Jim Gerrish is an independent grazing lands consultant providing service to farmers and ranchers on both private and public lands across the U.S. and Canada. He currently lives in the Pahsimeroi Valley in central Idaho and works with numerous ranchers in the Intermountain West using both irrigated pastures and native rangeland. He received a BS in Agronomy from the University of Illinois and MS in Crop Ecology from University of Kentucky.

His past experience includes over 22 years of beef-forage systems research and outreach while on the faculty of

the University of Missouri, as well as 22 years of commercial cattle and sheep production on his family farm in northern Missouri. The University of Missouri Forage Systems Research Center rose to national prominence as a result of his research leadership. His research encompassed many aspects of plant-soil-animal interactions and provided foundation for many of the basic principles of Management-intensive Grazing.

He currently writes regular columns in The Stockman Grass-Farmer magazine. He has authored two books on grazing and ranch management. Management-intensive Grazing: The Grassroots of Grass Farming was published in 2004 and Kick the Hay Habit: A practical guide to year-around grazing was published in 2010.

Please e-mail info@herondalefarm.com to sign up, the fee for attending is $65 and lunch is provided. There is a limited amount of space so please be in touch soon.

This Hudson Valley Farm Beginnings Skills Workshop is sponsored by Herondale Farm, Hudson Valley Young Farm-

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1993 Ford 6640 SL 2WD, rollbar, 12 speed right hand shuttle, 5070 hrs, 18.4x34s, dual pto and remotes, Ford 7411 loader with joystick, real nice, runs ex . . . .$12,500 6-2010 JD 6330 Premiums MFWD, cab, air, 24 speed auto quad intelligent power management(power boost) 3 remotes dual pto ex 18.4x38 and 16.9x24 radials 1200-1600 hrs, warranty till 5-5-2015 super sharp like new . . . . . . . . . . .$55,000 each 2009 JD 5085 M MFWD, 16x16 trans LHR only 92 hrs, EPTO 3 remotes 16.9x30 and 11.2x24 radials with JD 563 SL loader like brand new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$40,000 2009 JD 7130 MFWD cab, air, 103 hp, 24 speed auto quad 2 door cab, 414 engine 1255 hrs air seat ex 18.4x38 and 380/85R/24 radials front fenders 3 remotes plus mid mount joystick real sharp and clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$60,000 2009 JD 6430 premium IVT cab, air, 1725 hrs, 3 remotes Epto 18.4x38 and 16.9x24 radials front fenders warranty till 2014 like new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$61,500 2007 JD 6430 premium MFWD cab, air, IVT 2100 hrs, ex 18.4x38 and 16.9x24 radials 3 remotes very sharp runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$55,000 2005 JD 8220 MFWD, cab, air, 1809 hrs, 3 ptos 4 remotes ex 20.8x42 radial axle duals ex 480/70R/30 fronts 18 front weights quick hitch ex one owner tractor very very sharp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$125,000 2004 JD 6420 MFWD, cab, air, IVT LHR 5253 hrs 14.9x38 and 12.4x28 radials dual remotes front fenders mid mount joystick buddy seat real clean and sharp runs ex . . . . . . . . . .$35,500 2004 JD 6420 2WD cab, air, power quad 1418 hrs, 18.4x38 radials on R+P axles just like new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$40,000 2004 JD 6420 MFWD, cab, air, IVT trans ex 18.4x38 and 13.6x28 radial tires buddy seat 3824 hrs, with JD 640 SL loader electronic joystick real sharp clean runs ex . . . . . . . . . . .$52,500 2004 JD 6320 2WD, cab, air, power quad, LHR, ex 16.9x38 radials, 540+1000 pto buddy seat 3079 hrs, very clean sharp original . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$32,500 2002 JD 6420 MFWD, cab, air, 24 speed power quad LHR, 2485 hrs, R+P axles ex 18.4x38 and 13.6x28 radials dual remotes and PTO with JD 640 SL loader real sharp ex cond . .$55,000 1998 JD 6410 MFWD, cab, 16 speed PQ LHR 18.4x38s 13.6x28 clean runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,500 1998 JD 5410 MFWD, 12x12 trans left hand reverser 3391 hrs 16.9x30 rears 11.2x24 fronts 540 loader with joystick folding roll bar 73 inch bucket very clean sharp runs ex . . . .$22,500 1989 JD 2355 2WD add on cab left hand hydraulic reverser dual remotes 3748 hrs, 18.4x30s clean runs ex . . . . . . . . .$8,000 1980 JD 4240 cab, air, has turbo inline injector pump and after cooler 6020 hrs, quad range like new 20.8x38 radials dual pto and remotes very clean runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$18,000 1980 JD 4240 cab, air, power shift 18.4x38 dual remotes and pto 7820 hrs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$13,500 2009 Challenger MT475B MFWD, cab, air, 120 hp, 16x16 trans LHR, 4 remotes 1980 hrs, 18.4x38 and 16.9x28 radials ML 97B SL loader very very sharp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$60,000 2008 NH T6030 Plus MFWD, cab, air, 16 speed power shift LHR 1900 hrs buddy seat ex 18.4x38s and 14.9x28 radials 4 remotes NH 850TL SL loader super sharp and clean looks like new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$58,500 2006 NH TS100A deluxe cab, air, MFWD, 16x16 trans LHR, 2667 hrs, ex 18.4x38 radials 14.9x28 fronts buddy seat 4 remotes NH 56LB SL loader very clean sharp runs ex . . . . . . .$45,000

2003 JD 6420 MFWD, cab, air, IVT LHR, buddy seat, 3233 hrs, ex 18.4x38 and 440/65R/28 Michelin radials, 3 remotes, real clean, sharp, runs ex . . . . . . . . . .$41,000

1995 New Holland 8970 MFWD, cab, air, 210hp, super steer, 20.8x42 radial axle duals, 18.4x30 radials front, 22 front weights, 4 remotes, 7597 hrs, clean original, runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$36,500

2000 New Holland TS110 2WD cab, cold ac 4698 hrs, 16 speed power shift dual pto and remotes ex 15.5x38 radials very clean sharp runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$22,500 1998 New Holland TS100 cab, air MFWD, 80 hp, 4083 hrs, 16 speed power shift 540+1000 PTO 4 remotes 90% 18.4x34 and 14.9x24 Goodyear super traction radials very clean original runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,000 1997 New Holland 7635 MFWD, 2700 hrs cab, air, 86 hp, 540 + 1000 PTO 24 speed Quicke 310 loader clean runs ex $24,500 1995 New Holland 8970 MFWD, 210 hp, super steer 20.8x42 radial axle duals 18.4x30 radials front, 22 front weights 4 remotes 7597 hrs, clean original runs ex . . . . . . . . . .$36,500 1994 New Holland 7740 SLE MFWD, cab, air, 87hp, 4 remotes ex 18.4x38 and 14.9x28 radials 5073 hrs, Ford 7411 loader very clean runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$22,500 1987 Ford 7710 series 2 MFWD cab, air, ex 18.4x38 radials 16.9x24 fronts 3 remotes 4800 hrs, clean runs ex . . .$15,500 1984 Ford TW15 MFWD cab, like new 20.8x38 and 16.9x28 radials 5100 hrs, dual power dual pto and remotes runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$16,000 1981 IH 3688 cab, cold ac ex 20.8x38 radials 5200 hrs, 3 remotes very clean original runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$13,500 1977 Ford 9700 2WD cab, air, 5417 hrs, new 460/85R/38 rears dual power dual remotes and pto clean original runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$12,500 1998 MF 6180 110 hp, MFWD, cab, air, 32 speed dynashift only 1225 hrs, 4 remotes 18.4x38 and 14.9x28 radials Quicke Alo 6755 SL loader one owner sharp ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$37,500 1997 MF 8140 MFWD, cab, air, 32 speed dyna shift 20.8x38 radials 16.9x28 radials front 5300 hrs, 145 hp, 3 remotes runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$25,000 1980 MF 275D new style steering 8 speed ex 18.4x30s dual remotes Laurin cab extra clean original . . . . . . . . . . . .$8,000 2008 McCormick MTX120 MFWD, cab, air, 118 hp, 16 speed power quad LHR, 18.4x38 and 14.9x28 radials 2591 hrs with L165 SL loader very clean runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$47,500 2007 CIH Maxxum 110 MFWD, cab, air, 16x16 power shift LHR, like new 18.4x38 and 14.9x28 Michelin radials 1160 hrs, front weights and fenders very very sharp like new . . . . . .$47,500 1981 Case 1490 2WD 75hp, cab, air, power shift ex 18.4x34s dual pto and remotes 5600 hrs, clean runs ex . . . . . . .$7,500 1983 Case 2294 2WD cab, cold ac 4700 hrs, like new 20.8x38 Michelin radials power shift front weights dual pto and remotes very clean runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$13,500 1967 IH 1256D cab, 5666 hrs, dual pto and remotes ex 18.4x38 rears good TA nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7,500 1981 White 4-175 4x4 5641 hrs. 2002 cat 3208 engine 210 HP, 3ph pto quick coupler ex 20.8x38s runs ex . . . . . . . .$11,500 1981 White 2-85 cab 2WD like new 18.4x38s clean original runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$8,000 1980 White 2-85 MFWD cab, 4406 hrs, 18.4x38 radials new 16.9x24 radials front dual remotes clean runs ex . . . .$10,500 White 2-105 MFWD, cab, new 20.8x38 and 16.9x26 radials with self leveling loader clean runs ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$12,500 Allis Chalmers ED 40 diesel 3PH nice clean 40 HP runs good . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,000 2001 NH BB940 3x3 square baler last bale ejector, roller bale chute applicator knotter fans real clean . . . . . . . . . . .$27,500

New Holland 570 baler with model 72 hydraulic drive bale thrower real nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9,000 2 New Holland 575 wire tie balers hydraulic bale tension pickup heads and hitch with NH 77 pan type kicker real sharp ex cond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7,000 each 2003 CIH RBX 452 4x5 round baler same as NH BR740 wide pickup head bale ramps real nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10,000 2003 NH BR750 4 ft wide by up to 6 ft high variable chamber wide pickup head netwrap and twine bale ramps very nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$11,000 2009 JD 582 silage special 4x5 round baler crop cutter edge to edge mesh wrap or dual twine wide pickup 6700 bales very sharp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$22,500 2005 JD 457 silage special 4x5 bale mega wide pickup head netwrap and double twine bale ramps very nice . . . . .$10,500 2007 New Holland 1412 discbine impeller conditioner very clean ex low usage discbine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$14,500 2006 JD 530 discbine impeller conditioner super sharp like new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15,000 2005 JD 530 impeller discbine hydra angle on head real clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$13,500 1999 JD 925 discbine 540 pto impeller conditioner 9ft 9in very nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7,500 1995 JD 920 9ft9in discbine impeller conditioners works good . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5,000 2000 NH 1411 discbine 540 pto ex rubber rolls 10ft 3 in cut very nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7,500 Late model Kuhn KC 4000G center pivot discbine rubber rolls ex cond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$12,500 2-NH 38 flail chopper real nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2,750 each New Idea 325 2 row corn picker and super sheller with 12 roll husking bed on picker real nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,500 each Fransguard SR4200p tandem axle hydraulic lift 13 ft 6 in width rotary hayrake very little use like new . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5,500 New Holland 258 hayrake rubber mounted teeth in ex cond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3,000 Kvernland Taarup 17 ft hydraulic fold tedder ex cond 2 years old . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,000 Fella TH540T 17 ft hydraulic fold hydraulic tilt hay tedder just like new hardly used at all . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,500 Kuhn GF5001 TH hydraulic fold 17 ft hay tedder ex cond low usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,500 Morra trailer type bale wrapper self loading very nice . .$4,500 White 251 10 ft disc harrow spring cushion gangs ex discs real nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2,500 New Holland 451 3PH 7ft sickle bar mower . . . . . . . . . .$1,500 Allis Chalmers 3PH balanced head mower 7ft mow ex .$1,000 Massey Ferguson 3PH dyna balance sickle bar mower new guards and knife ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,750 Kverneland 3 bottom 3PH plow ex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,000 Brand new NH 62lb loader fits TM NHS’s or MXM case IH never used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5,000 JD 843 quick tatch self leveling loader 3rd valve to front electronic joystick 9ft bucket like new off JD 8430 MFWD $10,000 JD 840 self leveling loader mounting brackets for JD 7000 series tractor high volume bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$,7,500

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groups, the American Farm Bureau Federation and the National Farmers Union.

“National Milk stands united with these other groups — each of which has strong and distinct policy priorities — yet all of whom are committed to passing a new, comprehensive bill this year,” said Jerry Kozak, President and CEO of NMPF. “Dairy farmers have been working for three years on developing a new and better safety net, and we need a new farm bill to bring that effort to fruition.”

In addition to the Aug. 22 launch of the coalition, Farm Bill Now is launching an interactive web portal at www.

FarmBillNow.com, through which visitors can connect to their members of Congress and show their support for a new five-year farm bill. Using messages to Congress via social media, event locations and times, and an online petition, FarmBillNow.com gives both farmers and consumers the resources they need to make their voices heard, telling Congress that the farm bill needs to be completed before the current farm food law expires in September.

Kozak said that the coalition effort will call attention to the fact that the farm bill is important to more Americans than just those working in agriculture.

“Calling the farm bill the ‘farm bill’ suggests its impact is limited only to farms and to the rural areas to which they are so closely tied. It’s really

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a jobs bill, a food bill, a conservation bill, a research bill, an energy bill, and a trade bill. In other words, it’s a bill that affects every American,” he said.

“The farm bill has a broad impact on our citizens and our economy.

It provides healthy foods to millions of schoolchildren and nutritious options to families in need. It develops and expands trade with valuable foreign markets. By reducing spending significantly compared to prior farm bills, the proposals pending right now in Congress address the need to get our nation’s fiscal house in order,” Kozak said.

In the coming weeks, Farm Bill Now will hold events in Iowa, and on Capitol Hill, to underscore this message. On Aug. 28, farmers representing multiple groups within the coalition will discuss the Farm Bill Now effort at the annual Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, the nation’s largest outdoor farm show.

On Sept. 12, the groups will gather on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol alongside members from the Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives, as well as leaders from other major farm and commodity groups, rural development, livestock, conservation, hunger, consumer and energy organizations to encourage Congress to pass the bill before programs expire at the end of the month.

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FOR SALE: Allis Chalmers D-15 series, 2 all hydraulic loader, real good rubber and condition $3,500. 315-783-7618.(NY)

GEHL 100 grinder mixer 100 bushel works good $3,500. 315-879-7475.(NY)

WANTED: 2228.(NY)

NH hay rake 256, reconditioned, new paint & tires, $1,950; Pincor generator, 40kw, $2,100. Port Byron,NY 315-374-2788

NEW HOLLAND chopper model 770 with hay head $1,400. Crown rotary rock picker.

518-293-6298.(NY)

165 4X4 ROUND bales hay $25. each.

Knox, NY. 518-872-0077

SHAVINGS WHITE PINE kiln dried 3.25 cu. ft. Paper bags good quality fire wood for sale mostly hardwood. Fort Plain, NY. 518568-3203

KATAHDIN RAM Lambs ready to breed your Ewes now, two are white, one is black and white, handsome $125. each. 315823-2256.(NY)

TREE FARMER skidder 1968 CS good condition, tires and chains great shape $11,000. obro. 802-249-0504.(VT)

1982 RED CHEVY TRUCK, 1` ton, 12 foot rack, 36,800 miles, no rust, excellent condition $7.995. 315-331-1184(NY)

NH #306 TANDEM axle, V-Spreader side slinger $3,100. Hay Macerator #6600, $6,500. 315-853-2837.(NY)

DOUBLE HITCH tongue for buggy, like new $600. obo. 6”-8”x8’ Round Locust fence posts $10.00 each. Call after 6pm.

585-554-6188.(NY)

FREE 24X60 cross silo and 130 cow post and beam barn. No longer needed. Richfield Springs, NY Cell number 619-7427236

DAIRY GOATS - milkers, registered Alpines, Saanens, recorded grades CAE, CL, Johnes neg. need to downsize. 315858-2847.(NY)

FARMALL M tractor 1952 with disc brakes, good tin, NFE good condition, plus two H parts tractors. 315-370-8382.(NY)

WANTED: English Springer pup or older, reasonable price, good farm home. 6-Lug rims for 01 Chevy Silverado. 518-491-4223 Cell 518-797-5161(NY)

ROCK PICKER Haines, clam shell type, 2 spare rims with tires, excellent shape, chains are 85%, tires are all 90%. 585-7282386.(NY)

JOHN DEERE 6620 sidehill combine 4WD. 315-269-3073.(NY)

NEW IDEA loader fits Allis D-series, snap coupler Allis back blade $250/o.b.o. Allis 60KW generator $4,000/o.b.o. 315-9424475.(NY)

THREE HOLSTEIN Heifers bred 3½ to 5 mo., New Idea ground manure spreader, 10-38 rear tire, Terratrac dozer buzzsaw.

607-369-7656.(NY)

NEW IDEA one row corn picker, good condition $1,800. WANTED: Chester white breeding age boar or gilts. 716-6529482.(NY) UNVERFERTH 230 gravity wagon $1,400.

J+M 230 gravity wagon $1,600. Kees-07 ZTorn 25hp. 52”-deck 675hrs. IH-820 head 13’ $1,600. 315-536-3382.(NY) FRONT WEIGHTS for F-340, F-240 $650. obo. 518-945-1715 or 518-567-1532.(NY)

FOR SALE: 2 Mini horse Colts $100. each.

315-626-2689.(NY) FOR SALE: Heritage Piglets, large black X Tamworth $75. 50 miles North of Albany, NY. 518-638-8628 or 518-638-8074

WANTED: Dexter Cows of Heifer Calves to start a herd, close to Syracuse, New York.

Fair price paid. 315-567-6631

WANTED: Loader detachable Bush Hog model# 2845QT, 2846QT, 2847QT in good condition. Will consider other brands, can pick up. 802-236-4917.(VT)

20’ BY 60’ SILO for sale with unloader, asking $2,000. obo. 315-865-5657.(NY)

HAY FOR SALE: Large round bales, 1st cutting. Call 518-762-1523.(NY)

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AUTOMATIC ROLLER mill 1800 with blower, ready for corn $5,000. obo. 315-5366747.(NY)

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BLACK WELSH/ Shetland sheep for sale.

Good pets and pasture managers with nice black wool $100. each. 802-462-3909.(VT)

WANTED: Electronic Choreboy pulsators.

607-243-8436.(NY)

150 ACRES STANDING corn for chopping or grain, make offer. South of Pulaski, NY. 315-651-2265

JOHN DEERE unstyled L 1938, all original, good tag, comes with one bottom plow $8,300. Others for sale also. 845-7021501.(NY)

HD PTO DRIVEN log splitter, just built from Re-Con parts, will crush anything. 315733-3282.(NY)

GEHL 1065 CHOPPER; NH 28 blower; JD M-300 corn picker; NI 279 cut ditioner; Pequea 918 hay wagon tandem gear. 315219-9090.(NY) FOR SALE: 18FT auger for Badger silo unloader, like new condition, asking $250.

Call, please leave message. 607-2649365.(NY) JD 2940 TRACTOR win power 30 KW PTO generator, Allied 590 loader, Oregon electric chain sharpener, 2 Yale chain hoists.

716-572-6217.(NY) GILMORE GT-570 batch corn dryer, 2 Badger tandem axle forage wagons.

WANTED: Looking for Black Angus cattle/steers. 315-430-4115.(NY) ST. EGYPTIAN ARABIAN purebred weanling Filly Big Eyed Typey $1,500. Proud Stockier Colt $1,000. Greys, personality plus! Mature 15 hands. 607-849-4860.(NY)

16’ BADGER MODEL BN950 forage wagon, 3 beater with roof. Heavy duty detachable hay bale spear for bucket. 607962-1477.(NY)

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THREE 4YR. OLD commercial Cows used as recepents confirmed safe in calf available Oct. $1,500. obo. www.jkwpolledherefords.com 518-469-3777.(NY)

SATOH TRACTOR 3PT excellent condition $3,500 obo. Bush Hog brand 5’ cut 3pt excellent condition $800. obo. 315-2530456.(NY)

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2000 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500, 4X4, rare 5 speed manual transmission, extended cab, LS package, 98,000 miles 8995 call for details. 607-674-6025.(NY)

3 RED ANGUS Heifers bred to registered Red Angus Bull. Due April 2013, $1,250. each. 607-276-6471.(NY)

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SKIDLOADER 610 BOBCAT good $4,385.

1986 Chevy. truck tailgate, good $125.

1995 Dodge truck roof sunvisor $125. Textan saddle $1,075. 585-591-8230.(NY)

TWO ALL LEATHER Western saddles $250. each. Overo paint 7 years sound trail gelding, flashy! Too many horses asking $3,000. 585-589-9188.(NY)

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KOOLS BROTHERS K-B 60 silage blower VGC kept inside plus 55 feet of pipe $600. or best offer. 607-753-8485.(NY)

FOR SALE: Gehl hammer mill blower for high moisture corn $3,500. No Sunday calls please. 315-536-0512.(NY)

JD G $3,000. AC WD45 $2,150. AC WD $1,500. 845-594-7582.(NY)

SUNSET 735 GALLON bulk tank with compressor used daily replaced with a 1,500 gallon $1,000. obo. 315-3961549.(NY)

3 YEARLING DOE hi percentage Boer Goats $85. a piece. 315-684-3228.(NY) JD 640 LOADER with joy stick valve 7’ bucket $2,900. NH bale kicker complete with pump $1,100. 315-536-8854.(NY)

ALLIS 7010 1980 many new parts, looks great, motivated seller, good rubber, serious inquires only $7,300. obo. 607-6431551.(NY)

WANTED: Complete Badger or Jamesway barn cleaner. Stock trailer 16’-20’ stainless goose or tow behind, good condition, inexpensive. Sawdust carts, hutches. 802-3755795.(VT)

INDOOR SWITZERS wood furnace 1,000 gallon hot water make offer, also 50 mile fence chargers. Yates County, NY. 315595-2875

MASSEY 40B 70 HP loader tractor 4cyl.

Perkins 2400 hours rubber fair $2,500.

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Update to FFA Members from the NYS FFA Officer Team While the average teenager has spent their summer swimming, camping, attending barbeques, and going on vacations, the 2012-2013 New York FFA State Officer Team has been busy preparing for an extraordinary year of service.

We have attended three team trainings, spent multiple weeks in the Adirondacks at New York FFA’s leadership camp, Oswegatchie, teaching over 760 campers the importance of influence.

Two of us traveled to Washington, D.C., for State President’s Conference facilitated by the National FFA Officers. We have gone to Empire Farm

Days in Seneca Falls and lastly, received training from New York Farm Bureau on current Ag issues in Albany, NY. Look for us at our next event, the New York State Fair. With our final training of the summer completed, we are now looking forward to a year serving agriculture, Ag programs and most importantly you. We can’t wait to see you.

— Amanda Rhodes, President; Paige Levandowski, Vice President; Leann Green, Secretary; Ryan Willits, Treasurer; Marcie Hauri, Reporter; Kaylin Broadwell, Sentinel and Morgan Shaver, National Officer Candidate.

The New York State FFA Officer Team has been busy preparing for an extraordinary year of service during the upcoming 2012-2013 school year. Keep looking for more updates to FFA Members from the NYS FFA Officer Team!

Photo courtesy of Leann M. Green, NY FFA State Secretary

2012 4-H/FFA Breeding Goat Roundup The 4-H/FFA Breeding Goat Roundup was held on Friday, July 27, at the Troy Fairgrounds in Troy, PA. Nine 4-Hers exhibited 19 goats at this year’s Bradford County 4-H Goat Roundup. The Best of Show and Best Junior Doe was exhibited by Emily Rathbun of the champion Herders 4-H Club. The Best Senior Doe and Best Uddered Doe of the Show was exhibited by Lauryn Watkins of Endless Mountains 4-H Club.

Produce of Dam was won by Lauryn Watkins. In the Get of Sire class first went to Emily Rathbun of Champion Herders 4-H. Exhibitor’s herd was won

by Lauryn Watkins. Best Bred and Owned was won by Lauryn Watkins.

The champion fitter went to Emily Rathbun 4-H and champion showman was Montana Hildebrandt of the North Towanda 4-H Club.

Alpine Jr. Champion — Emily Rathbun

Reserve junior Champion — Emily Rathbun Grand Champion — Emily Rathbun Senior and Reserve Champion — Cricket Slocum LaManche Grand Champion — Matt Knapp, Country Caregivers Other Breeds Grand Champion — Sarah Rathbun Reserve Grand Champion — Lauryn Watkins Boer Jr. and Grand Champion — Montana Hildebrant, Country Caregivers 4-H Reserve Jr. Champion and Reserve Grand Champion — Austin Palmer — Leroy 4-H Club Pygmy Junior Champion and Grand Champion — Lauryn Watkins Senior and Reserve Grand Champion — Lauryn Watkins

Youth Sheep Show results – 2012 Herkimer County Fair The Youth Sheep Show was judged by Elizabeth Goblet of Berne, NY. There are three exhibitors and 23 sheep.

The Showmanship Award for Intermediate first place goes to Jeffrey Weeks of Mohawk. Second place goes to Suzie Phillips of West Winfield. The Senior Showmanship Award goes to Sarah Weeks of Mohawk. Master Showman is Sarah Week and Reserve Master Showman is Jeffrey Weeks.

Class 1 Ram lamb born on or after Jan. 1 of this year first place award goes to Weeks 12-10 Saca by Jeffrey Weeks of Mohawk; second place goes to Weeks 12-1 Jack by Jeffrey Weeks of Mohawk.

Weeks 12-10 Saca by Jeffrey Weeks also earned the Champion Shropshire Ram, Best Bred and Owned, Grand Champion Ram and Best Bred and Owned awards.

Reserve Grand Champion Ram goes to Weeks 12-1 Jack by Jeffrey Weeks.

Class 3 Mature Ewe over 2 years Section 9 Shropshire first place goes to

Weeks Patricia by Sarah Weeks. Second place goes to Weeks Alex by Sarah Weeks. Section 10 Romney first place goes to Phillips 1007 Nilla by Marjorie Phillips of West Winfield. Section 11 Commercial goes to Phillips 1012 Biscuit by Marjorie Phillips.

Class 4 yearling Ewe not over 2 years Section 9 Shropshire first place goes to Weeks Andria 1074 by Jeffrey Weeks.

Second place goes to Weeks Katrina 1088 by Sarah Weeks. Section 11 Commerical goes to Phillips 1021 Chip

by Suzie Phillips of West Winfield.

Class 6 Ewe Lamb born on or after Jan. 1 of this year Section 9 Shropshire goes to Weeks 12-8 Megan

by Sarah Weeks. Second place goes to Weeks 12-9 Mace by Sarah Weeks.

Section 10 Romney first place goes to Phillips 1045 Noxy by Suzie Phillips.

Second place is awarded to Phillips NY 1011 by Suzie Phillips.

Champion Shropshire Ewe and Best Bred and Owned is awarded to Weeks

2012 Breeding Goat Show participants.

Patricia by Sarah Weeks. Reserve Champion Shropshire Ewe is awarded to Weeks Andria by Jeffrey Weeks.

Champion Romney Ewe and Best Bred and Owned goes to Phillips 1045 Noxy by Suzie Phillips. Reserve Champion Romney Ewe goes to Phillips 1007 Nilla by Suzie Phillips.

Champion Commercial Ewe and Best Bred and Owned goes to Phillips 1012 Biscuit by Suzie Phillips. Reserve Champion Commercial Ewe goes to Phillips 1021 Chip by Suzie Phillips.

Grand Champion Ewe and Best Bred and Owned goes to Phillips 1045 Noxy

by Suzie Phillips. Reserve Grand Champion Ewe goes to Weeks Patricia

by Sarah Weeks.

Section 12 Market Lambs Class 1 Lightweight lam goes to Weeks 12-11 Martha by Jeffrey Weeks. Class 2 Middleweight lamb goes to Weeks 12-2 Rose by Sarah Weeks. Class 3 Heavyweight Lam first place goes to Weeks 12-12 Natalie by Jeffrey Weeks

and second place goes to Weeks 12-6 Pumpkin by Sarah Weeks.

Grand Champion Market Lamb and Best Bred and Owned goes to Weeks 122 Rose by Sarah Weeks. Reserve Champion Market Lamb is awarded to Weeks 12-12 Natalie by Sarah Weeks.

Supreme Champion Sheep and Best Bred and Owned Sheep goes to Weeks 12-10 Saca by Jeffrey Weeks.

Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor goes to Jeffrey Weeks.

Mary Lynn Davis, Superintendent of the Beef Department and Polly Festa, Assistant, express their gratitude to all who participated, the judges, volunteers and all others who made this an enjoyable event.

The Herkimer County Fair Association, Inc. is a volunteer nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting agriculture and community. For more information visit www.herkimercountyfair.org or call the Fair Office at 315-895-7464.

Cows Cows, Cows, and more Cows, what do you know about Cows. Well, I know a lot from being around cows my whole life so I thought that I would share some fun facts about cows with you.

The average dairy cow will drink 30 gallons of water each day or a bath tub full. Why so much water, well cows must drink lots of water to produce milk.

Cows eat up to 90 pounds of feed a day. From grass to soybeans to corn, cows eat it all. Cows are herbivores, so they eat a lot of plants. The most common feed for cows is silage, which is corn, stalks, leaves, kernels and all, cut up into smaller pieces for the cows.

Farmers work with nutritionists to develop a balanced diet for their cows. The cow’s diet is very important to the farmer, so the cows can produce milk.

On average day dairy cows will spend eight hours every day eating. Cows are a ruminant animal, which means they digest food differently than us.

Cows have four compartments in their stomach, each compartment having its own job. Cows only have bottom teeth and they have 32 total teeth.

Cows are big animals so they must eat and drink a

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lot to produce a pure and wholesome product, milk.

This week’s Quesadilla recipe is a great snack late night or when the kids get home from school.

Cheesy Pizza Quesadilla 6 flour tortillas Sliced pepperoni 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced 1 cup shredded pizza cheese 3 tablespoons butter 1 cup spaghetti sauce Top 3 tortillas equally with pepperoni, tomatoes and cheese. Top with remaining tortillas. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat; rotate skillet so butter coats bottom of skillet.

Cook 1 Quesadilla in butter 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until lightly browned. Remove from skillet and cut. Repeat with remaining butter and Quesadilla.

Serve with warmed sauce.

Courtney Luskin, Rensselaer County Dairy Princess, a Syracuse Area News Reporter and Alex Ormond, NYS Alternate Dairy Princess of Chautauqua County at the NYS State Fair.

Breakfast before the bus comes Breakfast doesn’t have to be traditional — it just has to be nutritious. And, it should start with protein: Eggs, cheese, yogurt, peanut butter — it’s just the very best way to jump start your day. Contact the VA Egg Council for more recipes at eggsrgr8@rev.net.

The Kangaroo 2 eggs Pita (pocket bread) 1 Tbsp. tomatoes, chopped 2 tbsp. shredded Cheddar cheese Whip eggs in a bowl. Melt butter in a skillet and pour in eggs — scramble. Cut pita bread in half, open pocket and spoon eggs and tomato into each pocket half. Top with cheese and serve warm.

Egg Taco 1 egg 1 Taco shell, crisp and hot 1 Tbsp chopped tomatoes 2 Tbsp. shredded Cheddar cheese 1 - 1 1/2 Tbsp. Salsa Scramble egg until firm but moist. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Spoon into taco shell. Top with tomato, cheese and salsa.

Egg Burger for Breakfast 1 1 1 1

tsp. butter egg slice cheese bun, heated or toasted Melt butter in skillet over medium heat.

Break egg into pan and break the yolk and mix well with egg white. Sprinkle on salt and pepper if desired. When egg is set, turn and cook other side.

Place cheese slice on warm bun, top with cooked egg. Cover with other bun half. Serve with burger toppings or serve as is.

Pizza Eggs 1 8 oz. can Pizza sauce 4 eggs 2 English muffins 1/4 cup Mozzarella cheese Pour sauce in a skillet. Cover and heat.

When sauce starts to bubble, break eggs, one at a time into sauce. Cover and cook until eggs are cooked throughout.

Meanwhile, split English muffins and toast.

Spoon an egg onto each muffin half; top with more sauce and some cheese. Pizza for breakfast — Yeh!

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Palmesano strongly opposes Thruway toll hike CORNING, NY — In a strongly worded letter to New York State Thruway Authority officials, Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R-C-I-Corning) chastised the agency for proposing a 45 percent toll hike for commercial vehicles at a time when New Yorkers are still reeling from a recession. “It is unconscionable to think the increased tolls will not be passed on to consumers in the form of higher commodity prices,” he said, adding, “and how can New York proclaim to be ‘open for business’ when this clearly misguided idea sends exactly the opposite message?”

Palmesano submitted his comments on Aug. 27 at the close of the public comment period required before the Thruway Authority will decide whether to implement the new higher toll fees for commercial vehicles. He joined numerous other state legislators, from both sides of the aisle, and members of the business community expressing opposition to the proposed toll hikes.

“This will kill jobs and it will add financial burdens to New York families in the form of higher prices for everything from food to shoes,” said Palmesano. “Just when we’re beginning to see hopeful signs of economic development and progress toward bringing New York back from lost jobs and high taxes, this happens.

“I cannot stress enough how damaging toll hikes would be to our economy,” he continued. Many farmers, small businesses and trucking firms have expressed outrage over the proposed toll increase, Palmesano noted, some threatening to move south over the border. “I don’t blame them for their reaction and it’s difficult to defend such an outrageous toll hike. This is not the message we need to be sending to businesses at this very critical time.”

In addition, the assemblyman predicted trucks will avoid the higher tolls by taking alternate, non-toll roads. The trucks will be traveling through rural communities, putting local motorists at risk, creating noisy traffic, not to mention the wear and tear on secondary highways from heavy vehicles. The costs of repairing deteriorating roads due to increased heavy truck traffic will fall directly on local property taxpayers, he noted. “At a time when local governments are already facing challenging budgets, this will indeed lead to greater damage to local roads resulting in increased costs to local property taxpayers,” Palmesano wrote in his letter to the Thruway Authority.

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It’s Still Above a Year Ago? Issued Aug 24, 2012 July milk production was not down as much as expected. The Agriculture Department’s preliminary estimate is 15.52 billion pounds in the top 23 states, virtually unchanged from June but up 0.8 percent from July 2011. The 50-state total, at 16.6 billion, was up 0.7 percent. Revisions added 2 million pounds to the June 23-state estimate, now put at 15.5 billion, 1.1 percent above a year ago.

July cow numbers, at 8.5 million head, were down 7,000 from May but 41,000 more than a year ago. Output per cow averaged 1,826 pounds, up 6 pounds from a year ago.

California production

was down 1percent despite a 13,000 cow increase but output per cow was down 35 pounds. Wisconsin was up 4.4 percent on a surprising 65 pound gain per cow and 7,000 more cows. Idaho saw a half percent increase on a 20 pound gain per cow while cow numbers were off 3,000.

New York was up 1.9 percent, thanks to a 35 pound gain per cow. Cow numbers were unchanged. Pennsylvania was down 1.5 percent due to a 10 pound loss per cow and 5,000 fewer cows. Minnesota was up 1.1 percent on a 25 pound gain per cow but cow numbers were down 2,000 head.

Other states of interest included Michigan, up

4.1 percent on 10,000 more cows and a 25 pound gain per cow. Missouri was up 4.7 percent on an 85 pound gain per cow, though cow numbers were off 2,000 head.

New Mexico was down 2.7 percent due to a loss of 45 pounds per cow and 2,000 fewer cows.

Texas output took a 2.4 percent decline on a 65 pound loss per cow but cow numbers were up 5,000 head. Washington State saw a 4.4 percent decline on a 35 pound drop per cow and 4,000 fewer cows.

USDA’s Livestock Slaughter report estimated 239,000 culled dairy cows were slaughtered under federal inspection in July, up 9,800 from June and 31,900 more than July

2011. Through the first seven months of 2012, cull cow slaughter totaled 1.762 million, up 97,600 from the same period in 2011.

Daily Dairy Report (DDR) analyst Mary Ledman reported in her website’s Daily Dairy Discussion that many analysts expected July output would show a decline. Year to date, the 50 state output is up 2.7 percent, according to Ledman, however she pointed out that cow numbers continue to decline and while the June count was lowered, July numbers were not as low as some expected.

Ledman blamed the contraction on margins and lack of profitability rather than draught and heat impacting cows, cit-

ing Wisconsin as an example. A year ago Wisconsin had a lot of heat and humidity but this year there was more heat than humidity, she said, but “dairy producers have done a good job in mitigating the heat conditions.” She also pointed to the increases in Michigan and Minnesota.

Turning to the West, she pointed to declines in California, New Mexico, and Texas and said producers who are buying feed are really struggling plus milk prices in those

regions and states tend to be less than those east of the Rockies.

The Alliance of Western Milk Producer’s Bill VanDam wrote in his August 17 newsletter that “The pattern the last 4 months is remarkable as the state moved from near record gains to a negative 1 percent in July.” He said “The lack of plant capacity in the state which triggered production controls by the cooperatives and others is one part. The

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Low prices are gradually being replaced by better prices which should encourage producers to return to normal production patterns.”

He adds that MILC payments add as much as $1.74 per cwt to prices paid to Minnesota and Wisconsin producers on all their milk. By now California producers are getting nothing because they have used up the annual 2.985 million pound limit several months ago.

And, while we’re in California, you’ll recall last week I mentioned the California Dairy Campaign has floated the idea of joining the Federal Milk Market order. Western United Dairymen (WUD) has scheduled a September 20 program to discuss it at the Tulare Ag Center.

We’ll keep you posted.

The cash market apparently didn’t like what it saw in the Milk Production report. Block cheese reversed three weeks of gain closing Fri-

day at $1.8525 per pound, down 1 3/4cents on the week but 6 1/4-cents above a year ago when they tumbled 11 cents to $1.79. This is the first time the blocks have topped the year ago level since January. Barrel closed at $1.8025, down 3 1/4-cents on the week and 8 cents above a year ago. Eighteen cars of block traded hands on the week and 12 of barrel. The AMS-surveyed block price averaged $1.7552, across the U.S., up 3.8 cents, and the barrels averaged $1.7811, up 6.7 cents.

Cheese price increases have fueled interest in securing inventory before further price increases, according to USDA’s Dairy Market News. Demand for Labor Day retail specials and filling the pipeline for school openings added to immediate interest. Hot weather continues to impact milk volumes available for processing and cheese plants are paying premiums in some cases to secure additional milk.

Spot butter moved higher for the ninth week

in a row, closing August 24 at $1.80 per pound, up three quarter-cents on the week but still 29 1/4-cents below a year ago. Nothing sold all

week. The AMS butter averaged $1.7154, up 5.2 cents.

USDA reports that churning across the country is mixed. Over-

all butter demand is fair. Retail orders are stable as grocery shopping patterns are starting to pick up.

Cash Grade A nonfat

dry milk hit $1.6650, up a penny and a half on the week. Extra Grade held at $1.6250. The AMS-surveyed powder

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AUC TION CALENDAR To Have Your Auction Listed, See Your Sales Representative or Contact David Dornburgh at 518-673-0109 • Fax 518-673-2381 Monday, September 3 • 8:00 AM: Half Acre Market, Ridge Rd., Auburn, NY. Drop Off Only. John Kelley, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-258-9752.

• 12:00 Noon: Pavilion Market, 357 Lake St., Pavilion, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Marketing, 585-584-3033, Sue Rudgers, Manager, 518-584-3033 • 12:30 PM: Dryden Market, 49 E. Main St., Dryden, NY. Calves. Phil Laug, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 607-844-9104 • 12:30 PM: Hosking Sales (former Welch Livestock), 6096 NYS Rt 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S of utica & 6 miles N of New Berlin. Labor Day will be open as normal. Monthly Feeder & Fat Cow sale. Tom & Brenda Hoskings 607-699-3637, 607-847-8800, cell 607-9721770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 12:30 PM: Burton Livestock, Vernon, NY. Sheep, Goats, Pigs, Horses & Hay. 1:30 pm Calves & Beef. Regular Monday schedule. Tim Miller, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-829-3105 • 2:00 PM: Gouverneur Market, 952 US Hwy. 11, Gouverneur, NY. Calves, Pigs, Goats, Dairy and Beef. Jack Bero, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-322-3500, sale barn 315287-0220 • 4:00 PM: Chatham Market, 2249 Rte. 203, Chatham, NY. Regular Sale starting with calves.

Harold Renwick, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-420-9092 or Auction Barn at 518-392-3321. www.empirelivestock.com

Tuesday, September 4 • 1:00 PM: Central Bridge Livestock, Rte. 30A, Central Bridge, NY. Consigned from Washing Co. Farmer. Overstocked sends 10 fresh hfrs., Hols.

X. All have had 9 way & have been wormed. Real nice group of hfrs. Dairy, sheep, goats, pigs and horses; 3:30 PM feeders followed by beef and

calves. Tim Miller, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 518-868-2006, 800-3213211.

Wednesday, September 5 • 8:00 AM: Half Acre Market, Ridge Rd., Auburn, NY. Drop Off Only. John Kelley, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-258-9752 • 10:00 AM: New Haven, VT. Selling 181 head holsteins, farm & barn equipment and feed for Paul and Suzann Audy. Wrights Auction Service, 802-334-6115 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Dryden Market, 49 E. Main St., Dryden, NY. Phil Laug, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 607-844-9104 • 1:30 PM: Burton Livestock, Vernon, NY. Calves followed by beef. Tim Miller, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-829-3105 • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

ALEX LYON & SON Sales Managers & Auctioneers, Inc. Jack Lyon Bridgeport, NY 315-633-2944 • 315-633-9544 315-633-2872 • Evenings 315-637-8912 AUCTIONEER PHIL JACQUIER INC. 18 Klaus Anderson Rd., Southwick, MA 01077 413-569-6421 • Fax 413-569-6599 www.jacquierauctions.com Auctions of Any Type, A Complete, Efficient Service philcorn@jacquierauctions.com AUCTIONS INTERNATIONAL 808 Borden Rd., Buffalo, NY 14227 800-536-1401 www.auctionsinternational.com BENUEL FISHER AUCTIONS Fort Plain, NY 518-568-2257 Licensed & Bonded in PA #AU005568

Friday, September 7 • 10:30 AM: 163 Strumlock Rd, Poland, NY. Cattle, machinery, milking and barn equip. and more.

David Unger & Gene Woods Auction Service www.genewoodsauctionservice.com • 11:00 AM: Lakeview Holsteins, 2456 Rt. 14, Penn Yan, NY. Selling complete dairies and registered & grade cattle. Hilltop Auction Company, Jay Martin 315-521-3123, Elmer Zeiset 315-7298030

Thursday, September 6

Saturday, September 8

• 8:00 AM: Half Acre Market, Ridge Rd., Auburn, NY. Drop off only. John Kelley, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-258-9752 • 12:30 PM: Pavilion Market, 357 Lake St., Pavilion, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Marketing, 585-584-3033, Sue Rudgers, Manager, 518-584-3033 • 1:00 PM: 10400 Gillette Rd., Alexander, NY. WNY Gas & Steam Engine Assoc. 2nd. Annual Consignment. 1st day of show Sept. 6-9. Dann Auctioneers, Delos Dann, 585-396-1676 www.cnyauctions.com/dannauctioneers.htm • 1:15 PM: Burton Livestock, Vernon, NY. Our

• Jacksonville, NC. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • North Country Storage Barns. 2nd Annual Shed and Shrubbery Auction. Benuel Fisher Auctions, 518-568-2257 • 9:00 AM: Town of Lansing Highway Dept., Rts. 34 & 34B, Lansing, NY. Municipal Surplus & Contractor Equipment Auction. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Feeder Sale.

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Tim Miller, Manager, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-829-3105 • 2:00 PM: Gouverneur Market, 952 US Hwy. 11, Gouverneur, NY. Calves, Pigs, Goats, Dairy and Beef. Jack Bero, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-322-3500, sale barn 315287-0220 • 5:00 PM: Central Bridge Livestock, Rte. 30A, Central Bridge, NY. Calves, followed by Beef. Tim Miller, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 518-868-2006, 800-321-3211.

• 5:30 PM: Donald & Arlene Timothy, 9179 Middle Rd, Short Tract, NY 14709. Tractor, farm equipment, hay, goat items, antiques and household, guns, auto. RG Mason Auctions, 585-5678844 www.rgmasonauctions.com

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BRZOSTEK’S AUCTION SERVICE INC. Household Auctions Every Wed. at 6:30 PM 2052 Lamson Rd., Phoenix, NY 13135 Brzostek.com 315-678-2542 or 800-562-0660 Fax 315-678-2579 THE CATTLE EXCHANGE 4236 Co. Hwy. 18, Delhi, NY 13753 607-746-2226 • Fax 607-746-2911 www.cattlexchange.com E-mail: daveramasr@cattlexchange.com A Top-Quality Auction Service David Rama - Licensed Real Estate Broker C.W. GRAY & SONS, INC. Complete Auction Services Rte. 5, East Thetford, VT 802-785-2161 DANN AUCTIONEERS DELOS DANN 3339 Spangle St., Canandaigua, NY 14424 585-396-1676 www.cnyauctions.com dannauctioneers.htm DELARM & TREADWAY Sale Managers & Auctioneers William Delarm & Son • Malone, NY 518-483-4106 E.J. Treadway • Antwerp, NY 13608 315-659-2407

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www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 10:00 AM: North Rd., (Wyben Section) Westfield, MA. Tractors & Cattle Trailer; Horse related items & Antiques Furniture, Toy Trucks, Tonkas, early games & comics. Jacquier Auctioneers, 413-569-6421 www.jacquierauctions.com • 11:00 AM: Morrisville, NY. 30th Annual Morrisville Autumn Review Sale. 90 head. The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226 daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com

Monday, September 10 • 1:00 PM: Hosking Sales (former Welch Livestock), 6096 NYS Rt 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S of utica & 6 miles N of New Berlin. Monthly Heifer Sale. Followed by sheep, lamb, goats, pigs & feeders. Calves & cull beef approx. 5-5:30 pm.

Tom & Brenda Hoskings, 607-699-3637, 607847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 4:00 PM: Stafford, Genesee County, NY. Tom & Helen Burns Auction. Selling tools, household and glassware. www.williamkentinc.com

Wednesday, September 12 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

Friday, September 14 • Albany, NY. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • 11:00 AM: Smyrna, NY. Frog Rock Farm Complete Milking herd & Bred Heifer Dispersal. 55

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Livestock Sale every Wednesday at 1 PM Feeder Cattle Sales monthly Horse Sales as scheduled 585-394-1515 • Fax 585-394-9151 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

FRANKLIN USED EQUIPMENT SALES, INC. AUCTION SERVICE Franklin, NY 607-829-5172 Over 30 Years Experience in Farm Equipment Auctions Frank Walker, Auctioneer P.O. Box 25, Franklin, NY 13775 fwalker2@stny.rr.com FRALEY AUCTION CO. Auctioneers & Sales Managers, Licensed & Bonded 1515 Kepner Hill Rd., Muncy, PA 570-546-6907 Fax 570-546-9344 www.fraleyauction.com GENE WOODS AUCTION SERVICE 5608 Short St., Cincinnatus, NY 13040 607-863-3821 www.genewoodsauctionserviceinc.com GOODRICH AUCTION SERVICE INC. 7166 St. Rt. 38, Newark Valley, NY 13811 607-642-3293 www.goodrichauctionservice.com H&L AUCTIONS Malone, NY Scott Hamilton 518-483-8787 or 483-8576 Ed Legacy 518-483-7386 or 483-0800 518-832-0616 cell Auctioneer: Willis Shattuck • 315-347-3003

To Have Your Auction Listed, See Your Sales Representative or Contact David Dornburgh at 518-673-0109 • Fax 518-673-2381 head All AI sired Holsteins. Owner Pete Maynard. Tom & Brenda Hosking 607-699-3637, 607847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 6:00 PM: D.R. Chambers & Sons, 76 Maple Ave., Unadilla, NY. Horse Sales every other Friday. Tack at 1 pm, horses at 6 pm. D.R. Chambers & Sons, 607-369-8231 www.drchambersauction.com

Saturday, September 15 • Boston, MA. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • 8:00 AM: Teitsworth Auction Yard, 6502 Barber Hill Rd., Geneseo, NY. Special Fall Consignment Auction. Farm & Construction Equipment. Heavy & Light Trucks. Consignments welcome. . Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Saturday Horse Sales. Tack at 9 am, sale at 10 am. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 11:00 AM: Malone, NY. 2nd Annual Franklin Co. Auction. Seized vehicles, cars, trucks, 4 wheelers, snowmobiles, heavy equipment. H&L Auctions, Scott Hamilton 518-483-8787, cell 518-569-0460. Edeard Legacy 518-483-7386, cell 518-832-0616.

Monday, September 17 • 12:30 PM: 6096 NYS Rt 8, New Berlin, NY. Monthly sheep, lamb, goat & pig sale. Misc & small animals. 12:30 produce, 1 PM dairy. We now sell lambs, goats, pigs & feeders immediately following dairy. Calves & cull beef app 55:30 PM. Tom & Brenda Hosking, 607-699-3637, 607-847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com

Wednesday, September 19 • Atlanta, GA. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com

• 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale.

Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-2965041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 3:00 PM: D.R. Chambers & Sons, 76 Maple Ave., Unadilla, NY. Dairy Day Special Feeder Sale. Every Wednesday following Dairy. D.R. Chambers & Sons, 607-369-8231 www.drchambersauction.com

Friday, September 21 • Parkersburg, WV. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com

Saturday, September 22 • Scranton, PA. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • On the Farm, Poland, NY (Herkimer Co.). 250 head of certified organic cattle, haylage & dry hay. Tom & Brenda Hosking, 607-699-3637, 607847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • Scranton, PA. Complete Liquidation: Aggregate, Construction, Support Equipment, Truck Tractors, Dump Trucks & Trailers. A. Lyon & Son 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • Waddington, NY. Farm Machinery, Milkhouse & Barn Equip. Willis Shattuck, 315-347-3003, with H&L Auctions, Ed Legacy 518-483-0800, Scott Hamilton 518-483-8787 • 9:00 AM: Routes 39 & 219, Springville, NY. Lamb & Webster Used Equipment Auction. Farm Tractors & Machinery. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com

• 9:00 AM: Alabama, Genesee County, NY. Carmine Scopano Real Estate, Firearm, fishing equip., tool and bar equip. Selling former Dew Drop Inn. www.williamkentinc.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Feeder Sale.

Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 10:00 AM: Fuller St, Ludlow, MA. JD Skidsteer; Tractors; Tools; Horse Drawn Mowers & Equipment, Bumper Livestock Trailer. Jacquier Auctioneers, 413-569-6421 www.jacquierauctions.com

Thursday, September 27 • Charleston, SC. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • 10:00 AM: Bath, NY. Steuben Co Surplus Equipment, Vehicles, & Buses Auction. Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc. www.pirrunginc.com • 3:00 PM: Brockport, NY. Donal Hibsch Contracting Retirement Auction. Selling full line of ccontracting equip. including JD 323DT skidsteer with 40 hours; Kubota KX161 excavator; ‘07 Chevy 2500 Duramax; ‘03 Ford E450 diesel; Delta power tools and much more. www.williamkentinc.com

Monday, September 24 • Dallas, TX. A.Lyon & Son www.lyonauction.com • Kutztown, PA. Plushanski Farm Real Estate Auction. Co-managed w/Bachman Auction. 320 acre state of the art dairy farm. The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226 daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com • 6:15 PM: Chatham Market, 2249 Rte. 203, Chatham, NY. Feeder Calves & Beef Replacement Sale during regular livestock auction.

Harold Renwick, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-420-9092 or Auction Barn at 518-392-3321. www.empirelivestock.com

Friday, September 28 • Chicago, Il. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com

Saturday, September 29 • Atlantic City, NJ. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • Twister Valley, Fort Plain, NY. Power Sports Consignment Auction. Benuel Fisher Auctions, 518-568-2257 • 10:00 AM: 43 Meadowbrook Rd, Granby, CT. Complete Commercial Woodworking Shop & Antiques. Jacquier Auctioneers, 413-569-6421 www.jacquierauctions.com

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Wednesday, September 26

• Atlantic City, NJ. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com

• 11:00 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Feeder Sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

• 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-

Wednesday, October 3

PA RT I C I PAT I N G A U C T I O N E E R S HARRIS WILCOX, INC. Bergen, NY 585-494-1880 www.harriswilcox.com Sales Managers, Auctioneers, & Real Estate Brokers HILLTOP AUCTION CO. 3856 Reed Rd., Savannah, NY 13146 Jay Martin 315-521-3123 Elmer Zieset 315-729-8030 HOSKING SALES Sales Managers & Auctioneer 6810 W. River Rd., Nichols, NY 13812 Tom & Brenda Hosking • AU 005392 Looking to have a farm sale or just sell a few?

Give us a call. Trucking Assistance. Call the Sale Barn or check out our trucker list on the Web site.

607-699-3637 • Fax 607-699-3661 www.hoskingsales.com hoskingsales@stny.rr.com HOSKING SALES-FORMER WELCH LIVESTOCK MARKET Tom & Brenda Hosking • AU 008392 P.O. Box 311, New Berlin, NY 13411 607-847-8800 • 607-699-3637 cell: 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com hoskingsales@stny,rr.com

KELLEHER’S AUCTION SERVICE 817 State Rt. 170 Little Falls, NY 13365 315-823-0089 • 315-868-6561 cell We buy or sell your cattle or equipment on commission or outright! In business since 1948 LEAMAN AUCTIONS LTD 329 Brenneman Rd., Willow St., PA 17584 717-464-1128 • cell 610-662-8149 auctionzip.com 3721 leamanauctions.com MEL MANASSE & SON, AUCTIONEERS Sales Managers, Auctioneers & Real Estate Brokers Whitney Point, NY Toll free 800-MANASSE or 607-692-4540 Fax 607-692-4327 www.manasseauctions.com MIDDLESEX LIVESTOCK AUCTION 488 Cherry Hill Rd., Middlefield, CT 06455 Sale Every Monday Lisa Scirpo 860-883-5828 Sales Barn 860-349-3204 Res. 860-346-8550

NEW HOLLAND SALES STABLE Norman Kolb & David Kolb, Sales Mgrs.

Auctions Every Mon., Wed., & Thurs.

717-354-4341 Sales Mon., Wed. • Thurs. Special Sales

R.G. MASON AUCTIONS Richard G. Mason We do all types of auctions Complete auction service & equipment Phone/Fax 585-567-8844

NORTHEAST KINGDOM SALES INC. Jim Young & Ray LeBlanc Sales Mgrs. • Barton, VT Jim - 802-525-4774 • Ray - 802-525-6913 neks@together.net

ROY TEITSWORTH, INC. AUCTIONEERS Specialist in large auctions for farmers, dealers, contractors and municipalities.

Groveland, Geneseo, NY 14454 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com

NORTHAMPTON COOP. AUCTION Whately, MA • Farmer Owned Since 1949 Livestock Commission Auction Sales at noon every Tues.

Consignments at 9 AM 413-665-8774 NORTHERN NEW YORK DAIRY SALES North Bangor, NY 518-481-6666 Sales Mgrs.: Joey St. Mary 518-569-0503 Harry Neverett 518-651-1818 Auctioneer John (Barney) McCracken 802-524-2991 www.nnyds.com PIRRUNG AUCTIONEERS, INC. P.O. Box 607, Wayland, NY 14572 585-728-2520 • Fax 585-728-3378 www.pirrunginc.com James P. Pirrung

TOWN & COUNTRY AUCTION SERVICE Rt. 32 N., Schuylerville, NY 518-695-6663 Owner: Henry J. Moak WILLIAM KENT, INC. Sales Managers & Auctioneers Farm Real Estate Brokers • Stafford, NY 585-343-5449 www.williamkentinc.com WRIGHT’S AUCTION SERVICE 48 Community Dr., Derby, VT 14541 802-334-6115 www.wrightsauctions.com

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Auction Calendar, Continued (cont. from prev. page) 450-0558

Thursday, October 4 • 4:00 PM: Lockport, Niagara County, NY. Lockport Farm Machinery & consignment auction.

Now accepting consignments. Call our office or visit our website. 585-343-5449 www.williamkentinc.com

www.pirrunginc.com

Friday, November 2

Wednesday, October 17

• 10:00 AM: Dansville, NY (Livingston Co.).

Dwight & Deanna Knapp retiring from dairying.

265 freestall/parlor top end Holsteins. (135 milkers) Blue Diamond 8 side contour parlor, corn ensilage, haylage. Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc. www.pirrunginc.com • 11:00 AM: Lakeview Holsteins, 2456 Rt. 14, Penn Yan, NY. Selling complete dairies and registered & grade cattle. Hilltop Auction Company, Jay Martin 315-521-3123, Elmer Zeiset 315-7298030

• 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale.

Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-2965041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Friday, October 5

Thursday, October 18

• Lapeer, MI. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • 11:00 AM: Lakeview Holsteins, 2456 Rt. 14, Penn Yan, NY. Selling complete dairies and registered & grade cattle. Hilltop Auction Company, Jay Martin 315-521-3123, Elmer Zeiset 315-7298030

• Wyoming, Wyoming County, NY. Farm Reaql Estate Auction. Selling 20 acre farm house with house, barns, pasture, pond, woods and orchard.

Excellent hunting. www.williamkentinc.com

Saturday, October 6 • 9:00 AM: 145 Paul Rd., Exit 17, Rt. 390, Rochester, NY. Monroe County Municipal Equipment Auction. Heavy Construction Equipment, Cars & Trucks. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Feeder Sale.

Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Wednesday, October 10 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

Friday, October 12 • 1:00 PM: Chatham Market, 2249 Rte. 203, Chatham, NY. Two day Sale. 1-5 pm. Fall Beef & Feeders Roundup Collection. Hay & water for overnight. Call to consign. Harold Renwick, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315420-9092 or Auction Barn at 518-392-3321. www.empirelivestock.com

Saturday, October 13 • Odessa, TX. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • Hosking Sales (former Welch Livestock), 6096 NYS Rt 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S of utica & 6 miles N of New Berlin. OHM Holstein Club Sale. Sale hosted by Roedale Farms in Richfield Springs. Brad Ainslie sale chairman 315-8226087. Tom & Brenda Hosking 607-699-3637, 607-847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 9:00 AM: Hamburg Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY . Municipal & Contractor Equipment Auction. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585243-1563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Chatham Market, 2249 Rte. 203, Chatham, NY. Fall Machinery Auction. Call to consign. Harold Renwick, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315-420-9092 or Auction Barn at 518-392-3321. www.empirelivestock.com • 1:00 PM: Chatham market, 2249 Rte. 203, Chatham, NY. Fall Feeder Calves/Beef Roundup Auction. Call to consign. Harold Renwick, Mgr. & Auctioneer, Empire Livestock Marketing, 315420-9092 or Auction Barn at 518-392-3321. www.empirelivestock.com • 11:00 AM: Ben K. Stoltzfus Farm, Intercourse, PA. Vison-Gen & Friends Sale. Co-managed with Stonehurst Farm. 100 outstanding Holsteins, many with contract Genomic pedigrees. The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226 daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com

Sunday, October 14 • 1:00 PM: Cohocton, NY. Komma Land Auction.

321 acres in two parcels of outstanding private hunting and recreational lands plus agricultural lands with rental income. Pirrung Auctioneers, Inc.

Saturday, October 20 • Hosking Sales (former Welch Livestock), 6096 NYS Rt 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S of utica & 6 miles N of New Berlin. Eastern Breeders Brown Swiss Sale. Sale managed by Modern Associates, Hosking Sales assisting. Call with your consignments. Tom & Brenda Hosking 607-6993637, 607-847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Feeder Sale. .

Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 11:00 AM: Hobart, NY. Hosking Farm Complete Dispersal. 120 Holsteins. Don & Joanne Hosking.

Tremendous cow families, quality, low SCC & lots of type & production. The Cattle Exchange, 607746-2226 daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com

Wednesday, October 24 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

Saturday, November 3

Saturday, December 1 • 9:00 AM: Teitsworth Auction Yard, 6502 Barber Hill Rd., Geneseo, NY. Special Winter Consignment Auction. Farm & Construction Equipment, Heavy & Light Trucks, Liquidations & Consignments. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585-243-1563 www.teitsworth.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Feeder Sale.

Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Wednesday, November 7 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

Friday, November 9 • Pleasant Lane Beef Farm, Hannibal, NY. Selling complete line of late model equipment. (Save the date, late model equip. you don’t find at absolute public auction.) Ray was very successful and equip. is in great shape with most only few years old. Hilltop Auction Company, Jay Martin 315521-3123, Elmer Zeiset 315-729-8030

Saturday, November 10 • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Feeder Sale.

Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Thursday, October 25

Wednesday, November 14 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

Saturday, October 27

Wednesday, October 31 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

Thursday, November 29 • 11:00 AM: Lampeter, PA. Destiny Road Holstein Dispersal. Jay Stolzfus, owner. The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226 daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com

• Canastota, NY. A.Lyon & Son, 315-633-2944 www.lyonauction.com • Hosking Sales (former Welch Livestock), 6096 NYS Rt. 8, New Berlin, NY (30 miles S. of Utica & 6 miles N. of New Berlin). Fall Premier All Breed Sale. Call early to consign to make catalog & advertising deadlines. Tom & Brenda Hosking 607-699-3637, 607-847-8800, cell 607-972-1770 or 1771 www.hoskingsales.com • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Feeder Sale.

Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

• Pigeon Acres Farm, Manheim PA. Selling complete dairy of 175 mature cattle. Hilltop Auction Company, Jay Martin 315-521-3123, Elmer Zeiset 315-729-8030 • 9:00 AM: Syracuse, NY (NYS Fairgrounds).

Onondaga Co. area Municipal Equipment Auction. Municipal & Contractor Equipment. Roy Teitsworth, Inc., Professional Auctioneers, 585243-1563 www.teitsworth.com • 11:00 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Feeder Sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558 • 11:00 AM: Cornell Livestock Pavilion, Ithaca, NY. The NY Holstein Harvest Sale. 100 of the finest Holsteins to sell all year!. The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226 daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com

• 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

Friday, November 16 • Gettysburg, PA. Spungold Holsteins Milking Herd & Bred Heifer Dispersal. Dale & Deanna Bendig owners. The Cattle Exchange, 607-7462226 daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com Wyoming County, NY. Reserved for 300 head dairy dispersal. Excellent pedigrees. Watch our website for more information. www.williamkentinc.com

Wednesday, November 21 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale.

Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-2965041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Thursday, November 1

Wednesday, November 28

• 11:00 AM: Reserved for major Holstein Herd Dispersal in NY. The Cattle Exchange, 607-7462226 daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com

• 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Wednesday, December 5 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

Saturday, December 8 • 10:00 AM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Saturday Horse Sales. Tack at 9 am, sale at 10 am. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-394-1515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Wednesday, December 12 • 11:00 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Feeder Sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Wednesday, December 19 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale.

Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-2965041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 • 10:30 AM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Monthly Heifer Sale.

Followed by our regular Wednesday sale at 1:30 pm. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-447-3842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-2965041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716-450-0558 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Wednesday, December 26 • 1:00 PM: Finger Lakes Livestock, 3 mi. E. of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20. Regular Livestock Sale. Finger Lakes Livestock, 585-3941515 www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com • 1:30 PM: Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Rd., Cherry Creek, NY. Regular sale. Empire Livestock Market, 716-296-5041 or 585-4473842, Sue Rudgers, Manager 716-296-5041, Lonnie Kent, Auctioneer & Sales Manager 716450-0558

Friday, April 5 • Intercourse, PA. Past Present Future Sale hosted by C.K. Kerrick & Matt Kimball. Held at te Ben K. Stolzfus sale barn. Co-Managed by The Cattle Exchange & Stonehurst Farm. The Cattle Exchange, 607-746-2226 daveramasr@cattlexchange.com www.cattlexchange.com

MIDDLESEX LIVESTOCK AUCTION Middlefield, CT August 27 2012 Calves: 45-60# 30-35; 6175# 65-67.50; 76-90# 70.7250; 91-105# .75-.7750; 106# & up 80-82.50.

Farm Calves: .85-1.30 Started Calves: .45-.52 Veal Calves: 1.4250-1.80 Open Heifers: .8750-1.05 Beef Heifers: .88-1 Feeder Steers: .85-1.25 Beef Steers: .9050-1.01 Stock Bull: .80-1.4250 Beef Bull: .98-1.10 Sows: one at 37.50 Butcher Hogs: 1-1.05 Feeder Pigs (ea): 42.50-80 Sheep (ea): 95-100 Lambs (ea): 145-185 Goats (ea): 95-135 Kids Goats (ea): 32.50-80 Canners: up to 71.50 Cutters: 75-80 Utility: 81-85 Rabbits: 5-22 Chickens: 4-21 Ducks: 3-10 * Open Labor Day Sept. 3.

ADDISON COUNTY COMMISSION SALES East Middlebury, VT August 27, 2012 Slaughter Cows: Prem.

White 65-75% lean not well tested; Breakers 75-80% lean 73-83; Boners 80-85% 67-79.50; Lean 85-90% lean 1000# & up 55-76.50; Lean 85-90% lean under 1000# 35-55.

Feeder Calves: Hols. Bulls 92-125# 66-110.

Vealers: 100-120# 50-70; 90-100# 50-66; 80-90# 3560; 70-80# 30-45; 60-70# 20-45.

COSTA & SONS LIVESTOCK & SALES Fairhaven, MA No Report FLAME LIVESTOCK Littleton, MA August 28, 2012 Beef Cattle: Canners 3565; Bulls 80-104; Cutters 6273; Steers Hols. 90-120; Util 72-86; Hfrs 80-90.

Calves: Growers 80-115; Veal 80-110; Hfrs 80-140.

Hogs (ea): Market 55-60; Sows 30-35; Boars 5-10; Roasters 80-130; Feeders 40-65.

Sheep: 40-70 Lambs: 120-170 Goats (ea): 50-110; Billies 120-180; Kids 10-50.

NORTHAMPTON COOPERATIVE AUCTION, INC Whately, MA August 28, 2012 Calves (/cwt): 0-60# 5-38; 61-75# 25-52.50; 76-95# 40-50; 96-105# 40-57; 106#

& up 60-115.

Farm Calves: 60-115/cwt Start Calves: 55-111/cwt Feeders: 50-106/cwt Heifers: 63-73.50/cwt Bulls: 81-93.50/cwt Rep. Heifers: No Market Rep. Cows: No Market Canners: 10-64/cwt Cutters: 65-75/cwt Utility: 75.50-86/cwt Sows: 35-37.50/cwt Hogs: 30-68 Shoats: 75-89 Feeder Pigs: 32-58 ea.

Lambs: 100-135/cwt Sheep: 37.50-120/cwt Goats: 5-132.50 ea.

Rabbits: .50-16 ea.

Poultry: 1-13 ea.

Hay: 6 lots, 1-4.30/bale.

HACKETTSTOWN AUCTION Hackettstown, NJ No Report CAMBRIDGE VALLEY LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC Cambridge, NY No report EMPIRE LIVESTOCK MARKET Chatham, NY No Report VERNON LIVESTOCK Vernon, NY August 20-23, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. .40-1; Grower Bull over 92# .70-1.10; 8092# .65-.85; Bob Veal .10.60.

Cull Cows: Gd .68-.84; Lean .45-.78; Hvy Beef Bulls .72-.99.

Dairy Replacements: Fresh Cows 900-1350; Handling Hfrs. 800-1250; Springing Hfrs 850-1400; Bred Hfrs 700-1200; Fresh Hfrs 7501450; Open Hfrs 450-1000; Started Hfrs 150-500; Service Bulls 500-1000.

Beef: Feeders .50-1.20 Lamb & Sheep: Market 1-2; Slaughter Sheep .20-.65.

Goats: Billies .75-1.70; Nannies .65-1.25; Kids .10-.70.

Swine: Sow .30-.50 CENTRAL BRIDGE LIVESTOCK Central Bridge, NY August 23, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. Calves .40-1; Grower Bull Calves over 92# .70-1.10;80-92#.65-.85; Bob Veal Calves .10-.60; Cull Cows: Gd. .68-.84; Lean .45-.78; Heavy Beef bulls .72-.99; Dairy Replacements: Fresh 900-1350; Springing Cows 800-1250; Springing Hfrs. 850-1400; Bred Hfrs.

700-1200; Fresh Hfrs. 7501450; Open Hfrs. 450-1000; Started Hfrs. 150-500; Service Bulls 500-1000;

Beef: Feeders .50-1.20; Lamb & Sheep: Market 12; Slaughter Sheep .20-.65; Goats: Billies .75-1.70; Nannies .65-1.25; Kid Goats .10-.70; Swine: Sow .30-.50 CHATHAM MARKET Chatham, NY August 27, 2012 Calves: Grower over 92# .90-1.25; 80-92# .75-.90; Bob Veal .63-.67.

Cull Cows: Gd .72-.7950; Lean .63-.6950; Hvy Beef Bulls .82-.9650.

Beef: Feeders 398-725# 6890; Steers 800# 109-110.

Lamb/Sheep: Feeder 1.451.70; Market 1.20-1.0; Slaughter 60.

Goats: Billies 1.60-2.10; Nannies .70-.75; Kids .45.55 CHERRY CREEK Cherry Creek, NY August 22, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. .85-1.60; Grower Bulls over 92# .801.20; 80-92# .70-1.10; Bob Veal .10-.60.

Cull Cows: Gd .73-.83; Lean .40-.76; Hvy. Beef Bulls .81-.96.

Beef: Feeders .75-1.65; Veal 1.01-1.20; Hols. Ch .951.05; Hols. Sel .81-.93.

Lambs: Market 1.20; Slaughter Sheep .40-.55.

Swine: Hog .65; Sow .30.42; Boar .05-.12; Feeder Pig/hd 20-40.

DRYDEN MARKET Dryden, NY August 20, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. .50-.70; Grower Bulls over 92# 1-1.35; 8092# .75-1.05; Bob Veal .10.70.

Cull Cows: Gd .78-.89; Lean .68-.77; Hvy. Beef Bulls .88-1.05.

Beef: Feeders .80-.95.

Goats: Billies 70-165; Nannies 35-60.

Swine: Feeder Pig .4050/hd.

GOUVERNEUR LIVESTOCK Governeur, NY August 23, 2012 Calves: Hfrs. .50-1.25; Grower Bulls over 92# .601.35; 80-92# .65-.90; Bob Veal .20-.40.

Cull Cows: Gd .77-.865; Lean .68-.79; Hvy. Beef Bulls .80-.9050.

PAVILION MARKET Pavilion, NY August 20, 2012 Calves: Hfr. Calves 1-1.35; Grower Bulls over 92# .901.20; 80-92# .75; Bob Veal .25-.50.

Cull Cows: Gd .77-.84; Lean .60-.79; Hvy Beef Bulls

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Beef: Hols. Ch .82-1 Goats: Nannies .65 Swine: Hog .51-.55 BATH MARKET Bath, NY August 23, 2012 Calves: Grower Bull Calves over 92# .80-1.20; 80-92# .70-1.05; Bob Veal Calves .10-.50.

Cull Cows: Gd. .79-.87; Lean .67-.78; Hvy. beef Bulls .95-1.05.

Beef: Feeders 1-1.15 Lamb & Sheep: Market .85-1.20.

Goats: Billies 70-110/hd.; Nannies 60-75/hd.; Kids 3570/hd.

Swine: Hog .85-.89; Sow .24-.32; Boar .50; Feeder pig 20-45/hd.

FINGER LAKES LIVESTOCK AUCTION Canandaigua, NY No report FINGER LAKES PRODUCE AUCTION Penn Yan, NY August 27, 2012 Apples (1/2bu.): 5-9.50 Beans (1/2 bu): 2-9.50 Broccoli (hd): .55-.65 Cabbage (hd): .95-1.30 Cantaloupes: .65-1.95 Eggplants (1/2 bu): 1.50-5 Eggs (dz): 1.15-1.90 Grapes (1/2 bu): 2-17 Hot Peppers (1/2 bu): .5010.50 Nectarines (1/2 bu): 6.5015 Onions: .60-.75 Peaches (1/2 bu): 5-30 Peppers (1/2 bu): 1-13 Pickles (1/2 bu): 6-20 Pie Pumpkins: .35-.45 Pumpkins: .50-3.10 Salad Tomatoes (pt): .25.90 Sweet Corn (dz): .45-2.65 Summer Squash (1/2 bu):

.50-10 Tomatoes (25#): 5.50-25 Watermelons: .75-3.10 Zucchini (1/2 bu): 3-11 FINGER LAKES FEEDER SALE Penn Yan, NY No report FINGER LAKES HAY AUCTION Penn Yan, NY August 24, 2012 Hay: 1st cut 185-295; 2nd cut 190-300; 3rd cut 200295.

Straw: 110-170 HOSKING SALES New Berlin, NY August 27, 2012 Dairy Cows for Slaughter: Bone Util .70-.81; Canners/Cutters .58-.70; Easy Cows .60 & dn.

Bulls/Steers: .88-.98 Feeders: No Market Calves: Bull calves 96-120# 1.10-1.23; up to 95# .10-1; Hfrs. Hols. under 100# 1.25.

BELKNAP LIVESTOCK AUCTION Belknap, PA No report BELLEVILLE LIVESTOCK AUCTION Belleville, PA No report CARLISLE LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC Carlisle, PA August 28, 2012 Slaughter Cattle: Steers Hols. Ch. 1555-1630# 101103.25; Return to feed 83.50-88.

Cows: Breakers/Boners 7481.50; Lean 71-81; Big Middle/Lo Dress/Lights 67-73; Shelly 65 & dn.

Bulls: Hols. 1575# 93.

Feeder Cattle: Steers Hols.

325-375# 83-85; Hfrs. M&L 1 435-585# 113-117; Mixed Dairy 170-770# 68-90; Calves Ret. to Farm: Hols. bulls No. 1 95-120# 102106; No. 2 90-120# 92-100; No. 3 85-140# 67-87; Util. 60 & down Hols. Hfrs. 115-140# 125; CARLISLE LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC Carlisle, PA August 28, 2012 Rabbits: 1-6 Bunnies: .50-10 Rabbit Family: 19 Roosters: .75-6 Hens: .50-5.50 Pullets: .50-1.25 Banties: .50-3.75 Ducks: 2-6.50 Pheasants: 6.50-10 Turkey: 15 Guinea: 4.50 Guinea Keets & Peeps: 44.50 Pigeons: 1-4.25 Eggs (/dz): X-L Brown 1.90; X-L White 1.60; L Brown 1.80; M Brown 1.40-1.60; Fertile Guinea Eggs .601.25; Sale starts at 5 pm.

CARLISLE LIVESTOCK MARKET, INC State Graded Feeder Pig Sale Carlisle, PA Sows 380-395# 35.75-37; 405-485# 32.5037.25; 505-555# 33-38.75; Wet thin rough 20-31; Boars 230-560# 11.50-36; Feeder Pigs 48-65# 64-70; DEWART LIVESTOCK AUCTION MARKET, INC August 27, 2012 Cattle: Hols. Steers Ch 2-3 1204-1510# 100.25-104.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 79-81.50; Boners 76-78; Lean 68-78.50.

Feeder Heifers: M&L 1

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WEEKLY MARKET REPORT 400-500# 114-122; M&L 2 350-500# 107-112; 500600# 85-97.

Feeder Bulls: M&L 1 400500# 115-124; M&L 2 450500# 108-123 Calves: 164. Bulls No. 1 94126# 115-132; 80-92# 92110; No. 2 94-120# 100-122; 80-92# 80-97; No. 3 94110# 80-100; 76-92# 60-85; Util 70-104# 35-65; 54-68# 10-35; Hfrs. No. 1 80-104# 120-122; No. 2 64-106# 70107.

Feeder Pigs (/hd): 15# 37; 40-50# 44-48.

Sheep: Lambs Ch 2-3 6070# 95-110; 70-80# 92-102; 90-110# 85-95; Ewes Util 12 166# 62; 220# 40.

Goats (/hd): Kids Sel 1 7080# 117-135; 100# 125; Sel 2 60# 107; Sel 3 under 20# 22; 30# 27; 60# 65; Billies Sel 1 180# 185.

EarCorn: 2 lds 240-290/ton.

Hay (/ton): 12 lds, Alfalfa 80; Alfalfa/Grass 85; Grass 125-185; Mixed 110-325; Timothy Grass 150-200.

Straw (/ton): 2 lds, 170; Oat 1 ld, 5.40/bu.

EIGHTY FOUR LIVESTOCK AUCTION New Holland, PA No report

Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1155-1600# 119125.50; Ch 2-3 1180-1585# 114-119; Sel 2-3 10751470# 112-115; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1355-1635# 105109.50 Ch 2-3 1220-1640# 100-105.50; Sel 2-3 10201595# 94-99.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1260-1380# 115.50120.50 Ch 2-3 1020-1385# 111-114.50; Sel 2-3 10451370# 107-111.50.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.White 65-75% lean 78.50-87.50, hi dress 90-94; Breakers 75-80% lean 7682, hi dress 82-85, lo dress 69-76; Boners 80-85% lea3.504, lo dress 65-71.50; Lean 85-90% lean 65-74, hi dress 74-79.50, lo dress 5965.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 1045-1915# 95-100, hi dress 102-105, lo dress 8593.

Graded Bull Calves: No. 1 94-120# 120-127; 86-92# 90; No. 2 112-118# 100-110; 102-110# 120-129; 94-100# 105-123; 80-92# 90; No. 3 80-130# 75-85; 72-78# 22; Util 60-110# 17-38; Hols.

Hfr. Calves No. 1 80-110# 75-100; No. 2 75-100# 5075.

GREENCASTLE LIVESTOCK AUCTION Greencastle, PA August 23, 2012 Slaughter Cows: Prem.White 65-75% lean 82.50; Breakers 75-80% lean 73-76.50, hi dress 76.50-77.75; Boners 8085% lean 72-75.50; Lean 85-90% lean 62-67, hi dress 69.25-72.50, lo dress 53.5058.50.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 1552-1862# 90.50-97.50; one hi dress 110; lo dress 1552-2222# 85-88.

Holstein Bull Calves: No. 1 96-126# 120-135; 80-94# 80-100; No. 2 80-128# 95122.50; No. 3 80-118# 60100; Util 60-124# 20-65.

LEBANON VALLEY LIVESTOCK AUCTION Fredericksburg, PA August 21, 2012 Slaughter Cows: Prem.

White 65-75% lean 79; Breakers 75-80% lean 6469, hi dress 73-77.50; Boners 80-85% lean 60-61; Lean 85-90% lean 55-57, lo dress 45-59.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 1110-1460# 820-85.

Return to Farm Calves: Hols. Bulls No. 1 95-120# 100-115; No. 2 95-120# 8095; No. 3 70-120# 60-75; Util 65-115# 35-50.

INDIANA FARMERS LIVESTOCK AUCTION Homer City, PA No report

MIDDLEBURG LIVESTOCK AUCTION Middleburg, PA August 21, 2012 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1360-1500# 119.50121.50; Ch. 2-3 1165-1490# 111-118; Sel. 2-3 10801520# 104-110; Hols. Hi. Ch. & Pr. 2-3 1270-1635# 101-105.50; Ch. 2-3 12351630# 94-100; Sel. 1-3 1155-1510# 86-90; Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 1185-1470# 114119.50; Ch. 2-3 1020-1360# 111-116.50; Sel. 2-3 10051145# 104-110.

Slaughter Cows:

KUTZTOWN HAY & GRAIN AUCTION Kutztown, PA August 23, 2012 Alfalfa: 1 ld, 260 Mixed Hay: 5 lds, 210-255 Grass: 11 lds, 80-250 Straw: 2 lds, 115-140 Rye Seed: 1 ld, 11.50 LANCASTER WEEKLY CATTLE SUMMARY New Holland, PA August 24, 2012

LEESPORT LIVESTOCK AUCTION Leesport, PA No report

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Jersey Shore

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Dewart Leesport Belleville Homer City

New Holland Carlisle Lancaster Paradise

Eighty-Four Prem.White 65-75% lean 81-83.50; Breakers 75-80% lean 73.50-79, hi dress 7981, Lo dress 71-73; Boners 80-85% lean 68-73, hi dress 74-75; Lean 85-90% lean 64-69, hi dress 70-71, lo dress 53.50-58.50; Light Lean 85-92% lean 43-46.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 1015-1900# 96-105, lo dress 965-2005# 82-87; Feeder Cattle: Steers M&L 1 500-700# 130-165; M&L 2 500-700# 105-130; Hols.

Steers L 3 300-500# 75-87; 500-700# 73-97; Hfrs. M&L 1 200-300# 175; 300-500# 130-157; M&L 2 300-400# 100-118; Bulls M&L 1 300500# 145-185; 500-700# 115-135; M&L 2 300-500# 110-132; 500-700# 90-112; Hols. Bulls L 3 300-500# 8392; 500-700# 78-82.

Ret. to Farm Calves: Hols.

Bulls No. 1 95-120# 110122; 80-90# 70-90; No. 2 95120# 92-112; No. 3 75-115# 50-70; Util. 65-95# 10-67.50; Hols. Hfr. Calves No. 1 7595# 100-112; No. 2 80-100# 60-92; Hols./BeefX calves 65-85# 65-120.

Slaughter Hogs: Barrows & Gilts 49-54% lean 220-265# 69-70; 45-50% lean 230280# 65-69.

Sows: US 1-3 300-500# 3438; 500-700# 42-42.50.

Boars: 420-430# 11.50-12.

Feeder Pigs: No Market.

Slaughter Sheep: Lambs Ch 2-3 40-60# 100-105; 6080# 100-122; 90-100# 97110; Ewes Gd. 1-3 145-190# 30-50; Rams 175# 72.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 1 20-40# 55-67; 40-60# 85105; 60-80# 107-120; Sel. 2 10-20# 15-35; 20-40# 6077; 60-80# 80-95; Sel. 3 2040# 20-50; Nannies Sel. 1 80-130# 132-142; Sel 2 80130# 75-77; Billies Sel. 1 100-150# 152-175.

MORRISON’S COVE LIVESTOCK AUCTION Martinsburg, PA

August 27, 2012 Steers: Ch 108-115; Gd 101-107.

Heifers: Ch 106-115; Gd 100-105.

Cows: Util & Comm. 72-82; Canner/lo Cutter 72 & dn.

Bullocks: Gd & Ch 85-95.

Bulls: YG 1 92-98.

Cattle: Steers 100-130; Bulls 90-104; Hfrs. 90-120.

Calves: Ch 115-135; Gd 90110; Std 15-70; Hols. Bulls 90-130# 60-120; Hols. Hfrs.

90-130# 100-125.

Hogs: US 1-2 62-64; US 13 60-62; Sows US 1-3 2840; Boars 8-28; Feeder Pigs US 1-3 20-50# 15-65.

Sheep: Lambs Ch 110125; Gd 100-110; SI Ewes 45-50.

Goats: 12-120.

MORRISON’S COVE HAY REPORT Martinsburg, PA August 27, 2012 Alfalfa: 190-260 Grass: 155-265 Rd. Bales: 50-145 Lg. Sq. Bales: 85-195 Straw: 145-180 Hay Auction held every Monday at 12:30 pm.

MORRISON’S COVE LIVESTOCK, POULTRY & RABBIT REPORT Martinsburg, PA August 27, 2012 Roosters: 3-7 Hens: .25-4 Banties: .50-2 Pigeons: 1-1.50 Ducks: 3-4.25 Bunnies: 1-2.75 Rabbits: 4-11.50 Auction held every Monday at 7 pm.

NEW HOLLAND SALES STABLES New Holland, PA August 23, 2012 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1155-1600# 120125.50; Ch 2-3 1195-1585# 115-119; Sel 1-3 10751470# 112-115.

Slaughter Holsteins: Hi Ch & Pr 2-4 1355-1635# 105109.50; Ch 2-3 1220-1638# 100-104; Sel 2-3 10201595# 94-98.50.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1260-1380# 115.50120.50; Ch 2-3 1140-1385# 111-114.50; Sel 2-3 13501370# 107-109.

Slaughter Cows: Prem.

White 65-70% lean 8287.50, hi dress 90-94; Breakers 75-80% lean 7682, hi dress 83.50-85, lo dress 70-74.50; Boners 8085% lean 73.50-79, hi dress 80-83.50, lo dress 68-73; Lean 88-90% lean 65-70.50, hi dress 71.50-75.50, lo dress 59-64.

Slaughter Bulls: YG 1 1045-1915# 94-100, hi dress 102-105 lo dress 8593.

Graded Bull Calves: No. 1 94-120# 120-127; 86-92# 90; No. 2 112-118# 100-110; 102-110# 120-129; 94-100# 105-123; 80-92# 90; No. 3 80-130# 75-85; 72-78# 22; Util 60-110# 17-35.

Holstein Heifers: No. 1 80110# 75-100; No. 2 75-100# 50-75.

NEW HOLLAND PIG AUCTION New Holland, PA No Report NEW HOLLAND SHEEP & GOATS AUCTION New Holland, PA August 27, 2012 Slaughter Lambs: Wooled, Shorn Ch & Pr 2-3 50-60# 122; 70-80# 114-128; 90110# 76-96 clipped; Wooled, Shorn Ch 2-3 60-80# 104118; 110-130# 110; Wooled, Shorn Gd & Ch 1-3 50-60# 122-124; 60-80# 110-121; 80-90# 110-114; 90-110# 99-120.

Slaughter Ewes: Gd 2-3 M flesh 120-160# 68-78; 160200# 70-74; 200-300# 75; Util 1-2 thin flesh 200-300# 58.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Sel 1 80-90# 104-112; 90-100# 110-132; 100-120# 110138; Sel 2 50-60# 60-74; 7080# 80-84; 80-90# 70-92; 90-100# 84-104; 100-120# 100-114; Sel 3 50-60# 4052; 70-80# 48-56; 80-90# 75-82; Nannies/Does Sel 1 50-80# 52; 80-130# 100120; 130-180# 130-140; Sel 2 80-130# 74-110; Sel 3 5080# 56-66; 80-130# 58-92; Bucks/Billies Sel 1 100-150# 150-198; 150-250# 180247; Sel 2 100-150# 145167; 150-250# 158-182; Sel 3 100-150# 110-137; Wethers Sel 1 100-150# 140-174; 150-200# 211242; Sel 2 100-150# 114167; Sel 3 50-100# 95-120.

NEW WILMINGTON LIVESTOCK AUCTION New Wilmington, PA No report NEW WILMINGTON PRODUCE AUCTION, INC. New Wilmington, PA No report PA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE Grain Report Compared to last week corn sold steady, Wheat sold .10 to .15 lower, Barley sold .15-.20 higher, Oats sold .05 to .10 lower & Soybeans sold .40-.50higher.

EarCorn sold 5-10 higher.

All prices per bushel except EarCorn is per ton.

Southeastern PA: Corn No. 2 8.57-9.35, Avg 8.86, Contracts 8-8.14; Wheat No. 2 8.67-8.87, Avg 8.74, Contracts 8-8.10; Barley No. 3 4.70-5.75, Avg 5.25, Contracts 5.75; Oats No. 2 4-4.80, Avg 4.40; Soybeans No. 2 16.81-17.43, Avg 17.09, Contracts 16.7217.01; EarCorn 240.

South Central PA: Corn No. 2 8.20-9.30, Avg 8.61; Wheat No. 2 7.80-8.40, Avg 8.13; Barley No. 3 4-4.50, Avg 4.33; Oats No. 2 3.254, Avg 3.63; Soybeans No. 2 15.90-16.72, Avg 16.46; EarCorn 210.

Eastern & Central PA: Corn No. 2 8.40-9.23, Avg 8.82, Month Ago 8.73, Year Ago 8.46; Wheat No. 2 7.15-9.05, Avg 8.36, Month Ago 8.70, Year Ago 7.28; Barley No. 3 4-5.85, Avg 5.01, Month Ago 4.75, Year Ago 4.78; Oats No. 2 3.255, Avg 4.06, Month Ago 4.02, Year Ago 4.09; Soybeans No. 2 15.35-16.78, Avg 16.66, Month Ago 16.13, Year Ago 13.94; EarCorn 195-240, Avg 233.75, Month Ago 220, Year Ago 223.75.

Western PA: Corn No. 2

8.60-9.06, Avg 8.88; Barley No. 3 5-5.15, Avg 5.32; Oats No. 2 4-4.50, Avg 4.25; Soybeans No. 2 1616.64, Avg 16.37; EarCorn 195-290, Avg 242.50.

Central PA: Corn No. 2 8.60-9.06, Avg 8.88; Barley No. 3 5-5.15, Avg 5.32; Oats No. 2 4-4.50, Avg 4.25; Soybeans No. 2 1616.64, Avg 16.37; EarCorn 195-290, Avg 242.50.

Lehigh Valley: Corn No. 2 8.60-9.25, Avg 8.86; Wheat No. 2 8.60-9, Avg 8.80; Barley No. 3 5.75; Oats No. 2 3.85-4.50, Avg 4.17; Soybeans No. 2 16.30-17, Avg 16.64.

PA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE Weekly Livestock Summary August 24, 2012 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 119.75-123.75; Ch 13 114.50-117.50; Sel 1-2 109.25-113; Hols. Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 102.50-109.50; Ch 23 98-102; Sel 1-2 91.5095.75.

Slaughter Heifers: Hi Ch & Pr 2-3 115.50-119.75; Ch 13 111.25-114.75; Sel 1-2 105.50-110.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 75-80% lean 73.75-78.75; Boners 80-85% lean 70.7574.50; Lean 85-90% lean 64.75-69.50.

Slaughter Bulls: hi dress 105.50-109.50, Avg. dress 91.25-98; lo dress 85.50-90.

Feeder Catle: Steers M&L 1 300-500# 125-145; 500700# 130-165; M&L 2 300500# 110-120; 500-700# 105-130; M&L 3 300-500# 77-84; 500-700# 80-87; Hfrs. M&L 1 300-500# 127149.50; 500-700# 120-131; M&L 2 300-500# 100-118; 500-700# 90-116; M&L 3 300-500# 73-98; 500-700# 80-87; Bulls M&L 1 300500# 146-166; 500-700# 122.25-133.50; M&L 2 300500# 110-132; 500-700# 103-118; M&L 3 300-500# 83-92; 500-700# 78-82.

Vealers: Util 60-120# 10-70.

Farm Calves: No. 1 Hols.

Bulls 95-120# 111-127, few to 135; 80-90# 80-100; No. 2 95-120# 95-120; 80-90# 6090; No. 3 80-120# 60-90; No. 1 Hols. Hfrs. 84-105# 105150; No. 2 80-105# 70-110.

Hogs: Barrows & Gilts 4954% lean 220-270# 66.5070; 45-49% lean 250-300# 63-66; Sows US 1-3 300500# 29-31; 500-700# 39.50-42.

Graded Feeder Pigs: US 12 20-30# 105-135; 30-35# 80-105; 35-40# 70; 40-50# 80-85; US 2 15-25# 150160; 25-30# 100; 30-40# 6095; 40-45# 60-85.

Slaughter Sheep: Ch & Pr 2-3 40-60# 180-220; 60-80# 142-176; 80-110# 142-180; Ch 1-3 40-60# 124-144; 6080# 96-137; 80-110# 86128; Ewes Gd 2-3 160-200# 30-40; Util 1-2 120-160# 3062.

Slaughter Goats: Kids Ssel 1 40-60# 66-94; 60-80# 100112; 80-100# 104-130; Sel 2 40-60# 50-90; 60-80# 74104; 80-100# 106-118; Sel 3 40-60# 47-64; 60-80# 7080; Nannies Sel 1 80-130# 106-130; 130-180# 126156; Sel 2 80-130# 76-100; 130-180# 112-125; Sel 3 5080# 70-78; 80-130# 64-86; Billies Sel 1 100-150# 156180; 150-250# 210-245; Sel 2 100-150# 130-170; 150250# 178-200; Sel 3 100150# 102-147; Wethers Sel 1 100-150# 150-188; 150200# 210-252.

PA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE Hay Market Summary Hay & Straw Market For Eastern PA: All hay prices paid by dealers at the farm and/ton. Compared to last week hay sold steady to 10 lower & straw sold steady.

All hay and straw reported sold /ton. Alfalfa 140-325; Mixed Hay 110-325; Timothy

100-250; Straw 100-180; Mulch 50-75.

Summary of Lancaster Co. Hay Auctions: Prices/ton, 121 lds of hay, 22 Straw; Alfalfa 160-410; Mixed Hay 90-470; Timothy 137-370; Grass 80-330; Straw 100-240.

Diffenbach Auction, August 20, 56 lds Hay, 9 lds Straw. Alfalfa 180-410; Mixed Hay 90-470; Timothy 150-370; Grass 120-330; Straw 130-210.

Green Dragon Auction, August 24, 20 lds Hay, 2 lds Straw. Alfalfa 145-300; Mixed Hay 100-350; Timothy 137; Grass 120-255; Straw 125-165.

Weaverland Auct, New Holland: August 23, 16 lds hay, 3 lds Straw. Alfalfa 200235; Mixed Hay 150-280; Timothy 2215; Grass 80235; Straw 150-170.

Wolgemuth Auction, August 22, 29 lds Hay, 8 lds Straw. Alfalfa 225-310; Mixed hay 125-300; Timothy 175-300; Grass 130-280; Straw 142-200.

Summary of Central PA Hay Auctions: Prices/ton, 84 Loads Hay, 9 Straw.

Alfalfa 60-295; Mixed Hay 50-260; Timothy 75-210; Grass 80-250; Straw 115-

155.

Dewart Auction, Dewart: August 20, 12 lds Hay, 2 Straw. Mixed Hay 60-185; Grass 80-170.

Greencastle Livestock: August 9 & 13, 4 lds Hay, 0 Straw. Mixed Hay 50-95; Timothy 72.50; Grass 80.

Kutztown Auction: August 25, 22 lds Hay, 2 Straw.

Alfalfa260; Mixed Hay 210255; Grass 80-250.

Middleburg Auction: August 21, 11 lds Hay, 2 Straw. Alfalfa 250-295; Mixed Hay 130-260; Timothy 160-210; Straw 130.

Shippensburg Auction: August 18 & 21. 35 lds Hay, 3 Straw. Alfalfa 60-200; Mixed Hay 75-200; Timothy 75-170; Grass 65-1656; Straw 127-140.

VINTAGE SALES STABLES August 27, 2012 Slaughter Steers: Hi Ch & Pr 3-4 1300-1540# 121-124; Ch 2-3 1240-1585# 116119.50, muddy 111.50-115; Sel 2-3 1225-1385# 110113.50.

Slaughter Holsteins: Ch 23 1360-1690# 98-101; Sel 23 1255-1315# 95-95.75.

Slaughter Cows: Breakers 75-80% lean 73.50-77, hi dress 77-81.50, lo dress 70.50-71; Boners 80-85% lean 72.50-76.50, hi dress 77-82, lo dress 70.50-72.50; Lean 85-90% lean 70-73.50, hi dress 76-77, lo dress 6069.

Holstein Bull Calves: No. 1 95-115# 100-115; No. 2 85110# 80-100; No. 3 80-115# 55-70; Util 60-90# 15-55. *Next Feeder Cattle Sale

Sept. 14.

WEAVERLAND AUCTION New Holland, PA August 23, 2012 Alfalfa: 2 lds, 200-235 Timothy Hay: 1 ld 215 Orchard Grass: 3 lds, 80235.

Mixed Hay: 7 lds, 150-225 Grass: 3 lds, 145-205 Straw: 3 lds, 150-170 EarCorn: 2 lds, 245-250 Oats: 1 ld, 6.75 Rye: 6 lds, 14.50-15.50 WOLGEMUTH AUCTION August 22, 2012 Alfalfa: 2 lds, 268-310 Mixed: 18 lds, 199-300 Timothy: 4 lds, 246-300 Grass: 5 lds, 201-280 Straw: 8 lds, 164-200 Oats (/bu): 2 lds, 6-5.75 Fodder: 1 ld, 125

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Mielke from B2 price averaged $1.2575, up 1.1 cent, and dry whey averaged 53.99 cents, up a penny.

Checking the cupboard; the latest Cold Storage report’s preliminary data shows July butter stocks at 232 million pounds, down 5 percent from June but 24 percent above July 2011.

American type cheese totaled 634 million pounds, up 1 percent from June but 2 percent below a year ago. Total cheese stocks are 1.04 billion pounds, unchanged from June and 4 percent below a year ago.

Dairy product sales, including butter, often realize a spurt in demand

at this time of the season, according to USDA. On the other hand, food service orders are easing.

As the Labor Day Holiday approaches, which is often referred to as the unofficial end of the summer vacation season, food service orders for resort and vacation areas of the country adjust their buying patterns, often reflecting slower customer traffic through their operations.

Butter exports continue with the assistance of the Cooperatives Working Together (CWT) program which accepted two requests for export assistance this week to sell 127,868 pounds of

FEEDER CATTLE SALE Sat., Sept. 8, 2012 • 10 AM Also Selling 30 Head of Holstein Dairy Heifers. 15 weigh 300-400 lbs. 15 Yearling to Breeding Age will be sold at Noon.

PLEASE BRING CATTLE IN ON FRIDAY SEPT. 7th

For info call: 585-394-1515

FINGER LAKES LIVESTOCK EX. 3 Miles East Of Canandaigua, NY on Rt. 5 & 20 Visit Our Web Site www.fingerlakeslivestockex.com

Next Feeder Cattle Sale Sat., Sept. 22, 2012 @ 10 AM

cheese to customers in Asia and the South Pacific. The product will be delivered through September 2012 and raised CWT’s 2012 cheese exports to 73.8 million pounds plus 56.6 million of butter and anhydrous milk fat to 33 countries on four continents.

The Agriculture Department announced the September Federal order

Class I base milk price at $17.59 per hundredweight, up $1.04 from August but still $4.19 below September 2011 and equates to about $1.51 per gallon. That brings the 2012 Class I average to $16.50, down from $19.23 at this time a year ago and compares to $14.83 in 2010 and $10.95 in 2009.

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Mohawk Valley Produce Auction

SPECIAL PUMPKIN & FALL DECOR AUCTION

Tues., September 18 - 10:00 AM 840 Fords Bush Rd., Fort Plain 13339

518-568-3579

Our Growers Will Be Bringing Their Best Pumpkins, Straw, Gourds, Fall Mums, Crafts, Hay, Corn Stalks, Trees, Shrubs

Free Coffee, Doughnuts, Burgers, Ice Cream

WEEKLY SALES EVERY MONDAY HOSKING SALES - FORMER WELCH LIVESTOCK Weekly Sales Every Monday 12:30 Produce, Misc. & small animals; 1:00 Dairy; **We will now sell lambs, goats, pigs, feeders immediately following Dairy. Calves and cull beef approx. 5:00-5:30PM. Help us increase our volume – thus making a better market for everyone. **We are Independent Marketers - working 24/7 to increase your bottom line. Take advantage of our low commission rates. Competitive marketing is the way to go.

Monday, Aug. 27th sale - cull ave. .65, Top cow .81wt. 1939 $1570.59, Bulls/Steers top $.98 wt. 1233 $1202.18, bull calves top $1.23, heifer calves top $1.25.

Monday, Sept. 3 - Labor Day, will be open as normal. Monthly Feeder & Fat Cow sale.

Monday, Sept. 10th - Monthly Heifer Sale. Special - 10 Registered Brown Swiss all milking age - show quality. Richard Buczek sends a nice group of 10 Holstein Open heifers - dehorned, vac. for rabies.

Friday, Sept. 14th - sale held on farm - Smyrna, NY 11:00 AM. Frog Rock Farm Complete Milking Herd & Bred Heifer Dispersal. 55 Head of AI sired Holsteins. 35 milking age with 10 fresh in the last 60 days ave. 56# day - year around herd. Per request of the farmer inspection of cattle from 2:30 - 5:00PM Monday - Thurs. the week prior to sale. Owner Pete Maynard.

Monday, Sept. 17th - Monthly sheep, lamb, goat & pig sale. Special for this week- Montgomery County Herd - 35 Head Dairy - 30 cows and 5 close bred heifers. Year around herd ave. 50# AI sired, AI bred.

Mostly Holsteins, few crosses with 4-5 R&W Holsteins.

Saturday, Sept. 22nd - on the farm. Poland, NY. (Herkimer County).

B&L Dairy Complete Cattle & Machinery Dispersal. 250 Head of Certified Organic Cattle. "NOFA" B&L Dairy - 110 Milking age, balance heifers. SCC under 300,000. We will also be selling Produce - haylage and dry hay. 3 Tractors, 2 skidsteers, 2 Peterbuilt Tractors & Trailers, Harvest & tillage Equip. Check out website for complete listing and pictures.

Saturday, Oct. 13th - OHM Holstein Club Sale. Sale hosted by Roedale Farms in Richfield Springs. Brad Ainslie Sale Chairman 315-822-6087.

Saturday, Oct. 20th - Eastern Breeders Brown Swiss Sale held at Hosking Sales, New Berlin, NY. Sale managed by Modern Associates, Hosking Sales assisting. Call with your consignments.

Saturday, Nov. 3rd - Fall Premier All Breed Sale – Call early to consign to make catalog and advertising deadlines.

Café is now open for breakfast and lunch - great food!

LOOKING TO HAVE A FARM SALE OR JUST SELL A FEW GIVE US A CALL. ** Trucking Assistance - Call the Sale Barn or check out our trucker list on our Web-Site. Call to advertise in any of these sales it makes a difference.

Directions: Former Welch Livestock 6096 NYS Rt. 8, 30 miles South of Utica & 6 miles North of New Berlin, NY. www.hoskingsales.com Call today with your consignments.

Tom & Brenda Hosking 6096 NYS Rt. 8 New Berlin, NY 13411

607-699-3637 or 607-847-8800 cell: 607-972-1770 or 1771

LLAND SALES STABLES, IN W HO E N Located 12 Miles East of Lancaster, PA Just Off Rt. 23, New Holland C. FREE Ice Cream

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125 Cow Complete Dispersal

Wed., Sept. 5TH • 10:30 AM New Holland Sales Stables, Inc.

RHA over 22,000 Lbs. Low SCC Herd A.I. Sired & A.I. Bred for Generations. Cows Housed in Free Stalls Broke for Tie Stalls & Milking Parlor Avging 70Lbs./Tank 50 Good Uddered Young 1st & 2nd Lactation Sell.

Also Selling Complete 142 Heifer Dispersal 26 due Sept. & Oct. / 26 due Nov.-Jan. 18 On Service Now / 33 Yearlings 500-600 Lbs. 15 300 Lbs. Weaned / 24 Still on Milk or Recently Weaned.

ALL CONSIGNMENTS WELCOME Cows - Heifers - Bulls Thank You

SALE MANAGED BY: New Holland Sales Stables, Inc. David Kolb 61-L

717-354-4341 (Barn) 717-355-0706 (FAX)

REMINDER: SPECIAL HEIFER SALE

Wednesday, September 12TH SPECIAL FEEDER CATTLE SALE

Fri. Eve., September 28TH • 6PM

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 9:30 AM 133 LEOMINSTER SHIRLEY RD, LUNENBURG, MA 01462 INVENTORY OF USED LIGHT CONSTRUCTION, AG & LANDSCAPE EQUIPMENT, NEW & USED ATTACHMENTS, FARM IMPLEMENTS, AGED PARTS INVENTORY & SUPPLIES FROM ONE OF THE AREAS MOST REVERED JD AG DEALERSHIPS IN BUSINESS SINCE 1958 PARTIAL LISTING: CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT: Cat 416B Backhoe, 4x4, 4 In 1 Bkt, E-Hoe, s/n 82K01380; 2003 John Deere 110 Backhoe, 4x4, Std Hoe, Front & Rear Aux Hyd, Rear Coupler, s/n LV0110T311222; John Deere 400 Backhoe, 18" Bkt w/Teeth, Std Hoe, 6' BOCE Bkt; 1986 John Deere 544D Rubber Tired Loader, Erops, Heat, 6 Cyl Dsl, 2 Yd Bkt; John Deere 401C Front End Loader, 4x2, 8 Sp, Hrs Read: 3971; 2005 Kubota R520 Rubber Tired Loader, Forks, Bkt, Dsl, s/n 10030; Lull 7X Rough Terrain Forklift, Gas, Hrs Read: 4420, s/n 638; AG & UTILITY TRACTORS: Case Int'l 7110 Ag Tractor, 4x4, Erops, A/C, 3 Pt, Dual PTO, TRP1 Remote, s/n JJA0002908; Kubota M6800 Tractor w/Kubota LA1002 Loader, Cab, A/C, Hrs Read: 814, s/n 70134; Kubota B2410 Tractor w/Loader & Mower Deck; John Deere 6420 Tractor w/640 Self Leveling Loader, Auto Quad 24 Forward/24 Reverse, Comfort Cab, A/C, Extra Size Rubber Tires Rear 18-38", Front 13.6-28", Hrs Read: 2410, s/n LO6420V340183; John Deere 6410 Tractor, 20 Sp, w/640 Loader, Orops, Hrs Read: 4416, s/n LO6410V219463; John Deere 5425 Ag Tractor, 4x4, Erops, Dsl, 3 Pt, PTO, Dual Remote, w/542 Loader, No Bkt; John Deere 4410 Ag Tractor, 4x4, Hydro, w/430 48" Q/C Loader, 3 Pt, PTO, Remote, s/n 342129; John Deere 4230 Ag Tractor, 4x4, Dsl, 3 Pt, PTO, Dual Remotes, w/260 Loader; John Deere 4010 Tractor, New Rebuilt Motor, Hrs Read: 498, s/n 2T-59282; John Deere 2755 Tractor w/Loader, Cab; John Deere 2150 Ag Tractor, Dsl, 3 Pt, PTO; John Deere 2030 Ag Tractor, Dsl, 3 Pt, PTO, Remote, s/n 158056; John Deere 950 Utility Tractor, 4x2, Yanmar Dsl, 3 Pt, PTO, 13.6/12-28 Turf Tires, Hrs Read: 5756, s/n 016569; 1997 New Holland 4835 Tractor, 4x2, 12 Sp, Cab w/Heat & A/C, All Glass, Turf Tires, Category 2 3 Pt Hitch, Hrs Read: 2751, s/n 001135474; Massey Ferguson 3625 Ag Tractor, 4x4, Dsl, Erops, 3 Pt, PTO, Dual Hyd, w/MF DF260 Loader, s/n 7644200; Ford 7710 Tractor, 4x4, w/Front Loader Mdl 777F, Bkt, Cab, 3 Pt Hitch; Case 885 Tractor, 4x2, Front Bkt, 3 Pt Hitch, Dsl, s/n 885/111012378; COLLECTIBLE TRACTORS: John Deere M Ag Tractor, Gas, PTO; John Deere 730 Ag Tractor, Dsl, Pwr Steering, 3 Pt, PTO Remote, Hrs Read: 5612, s/n 732142; John Deere 520 Ag Tractor, Gas, 3 Pt, PTO, Remote; FARM IMPLEMENTS: H&S Forage Wagon Twin Auger HD, s/n 791762; John Deere 330 Round Baler, s/n 330178; Kuhn GMD600 Disc Cutter, s/n B5807; New Holland 565 Baler, s/n 801697; Hesston R553 Round Baler, s/n 02244; Hesston R530 Round Baler, s/n 04037; John Deere 780 Manure Spreader; New Holland 570 Baler, s/n 997750; Massey Ferguson 12 Baler, s/n 530229; John Deere CC1360 Mower, s/n 320293; Gehl 1085 Auto Max Chopper; John Deere 3975 Chopper; New Holland Kicker For Baler; John Deere 1350 Mower, s/n 340145; John Deere 1360 Disc Mower, s/n 324833; 2006 Krone 38 Tedder, s/n 703021; Bush Hog 1437 Disc Harrow; Forage King Hay Rack; John Deere 338 Hay Baler, s/n E00338T30067; Krause 3950 Hyd Disc Harrow, s/n 1334; John Deere Hyd Disc Harrow; Aitchison 1414C Tine Drill, s/n A10707; Kuhn 4120TH Rake; Kuhn 12' Tedder; Gyrorake GA6522; Kuhn CF5001T Digid Drive Tedder; Kuhn FC250RD Disc Mower; John Deere 435 Round Baler, s/n 889343; Tag-Along Disc Harrow; Frontier CS1384 Seeder; Kuhn GA 4120TH Master Drive Tedder; Kuhn GE7501MH Tedder; New Idea 3609 Manure Spreader; John Deere 3955 Forage Harvester w/Corn & Hay Head; John Deere 8350 Grain Drill; Agri Link Hay Basket; 25 Gallon Sprayer; John Deere Chopper Head; Landpride AFM4016 Tow Behind Bat Wing Mower, Center/Left/Right, 9 Blades, Pneumatic Tired, 540 PTO, Hyd Lift, 16' Cutting Width, s/n 443821; LIVESTOCK MANAGEMENT: 2 Wagon Creep Feeder; Hoof Trimming Chute; Misc Corral Panels; Misc Round Bale Feeders; THREE PT HITCH ATTACHMENTS: Kuhn GF7501 MH Digid Drive 3 Pt Tedder; Rhino Athens 156 3 Pt Spring Tooth Harrow; John Deere MX5 3 Pt Mower; Vicon 3 Pt Spreader; Set Of 3Pt Harrows; Beaver P10TI 3 Pt Flail Head Mower; 12' 3 Pt Spring Tooth Harrow; Kuhn 8' 3 Pt Rotator Tiller, s/n EL100N-255; Bomford B457 3 Pt Flail Mower, s/n 3001CA; Frontier LR2084 3 Pt 7' Rake; Finn GH60A 3 Pt Conditioner; Frontier RB2072 3 Pt Back Blade; Landpride LR1572 3 Pt Rake w/Gauge Wheels; 3 Pt Side Rake; Kverneland 85-8 3 Pt 3 Bottom Plow; Kuhn VKD170 3 Pt Flail Mower; John Deere MX6 3 Pt Bush Mower; John Deere 616 3 Pt Bush Mower; John Deere 609 3 Pt Bush Mower; (2) 3 Pt Post Hole Augers; SKID STEER ATTACHMENTS: (4) New Versatech Pallet Forks; Brush Grapple; Versatech 1 Cyl Brush Grapple; (2) New Versatech 1 Cyl Grapple Bkts; New (2) 60", (2) 66" & (2) 72" Smooth Bkts; New Stump Bkt; (20 New Versatech HD Sgl Tine Hay Spears; New 78" Snow & Mulch Bkt; New 72" Rock Bkt; BUCKETS & ATTACHMENTS: Frontier ST1028 Snow Blower; Frontier 5' Grader Blade; Fisher 8' Minute Mt Snow Plow; Erskine 841FM Front Mt Snow Blower, s/n 1001300; Round Bale Squeeze Attachment; John Deere Front Mt Snow Blower; John Deere 430 Snow Plow; Q/C Power Angle Plow; Q/C Forks; New Excalibur X36 Thumb; COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE & GROUNDS CARE EQUIPMENT: John Deere 2500A Reel Mower, Dsl; Ferri TD32 Over The Rail Mower; Husqvarna LR125 Riding Mower; John Deere 42C Belly Mower; John Deere 4100 54" Belly Mower Fits 4400; John Deere GT262 Riding Mower; John Deere 335 Riding Mower w/Rototiller; John Deere 757 Z Track Mower w/Leaf Vac; John Deere Z425 EZ Track Mower; John Deere LT190 Riding Mower; John Deere F935 Mower; John Deere 111 Riding Mower; John Deere Commercial Lawn Mower; Craftsman Track Drive Snow Blower; Reinco TM35VSG Power Mulcher, 40 HP EC Gas, s/n 4404; 1971 Vermeer 2460A Stump Grinder, 44 HP Deutz Dsl, Hrs Read: 2579; Trac-Vac 462-ZK 6 Hp Leaf Vac; Peco Leaf Vac; Under Belly Mower Decks; Flail Mower; UTILITY VEHICLES: John Deere 625I Gator, 4x4; John Deere 625I Gator, 4x4; John Deer 620I Gator, 4x4, Gas EFI, Hyd Dump, s/n 081446; GEM E825 Electric Utility Cart w/Flatbed; S/A DUMPS: 2002 GMC C5500 S/A Dump, Cat 3126, 225 HP, Spring Susp, Hyd Brakes, PTO, 8' Steel Dump, (3) Chutes, Hitch, Tarp, Under CDL, Miles Read: 114,000; 1988 Chevy S/A Dump, Gas, 4 Sp, Miles Read: 62,397, Vin #1GBC5D1A3JV111311; FLATBED & VAN BODY TRUCKS: 2004 Ford F550XL Super Duty w/9' Dejana Rack Body, 4 Dr, 7.3L V8 Powerstroke Turbo Dsl, Auto, Hyd Brakes, A/C, Hitch, Utility Boxes, Miles Read: 125,000; 2001 Mitsubishi Fuso FE-SP 18' Box Truck w/Roll Up Door, 175 HP Dsl, Auto, Pwr Windows/Locks, A/C, Ramp, Miles Read: 44,000; FLEET VEHICLES: 2003 GMC 2500, 4x4, A/C, Vin #1GTGK29U03Z299645; BOAT: Starcraft Alum Boat w/Johnson 10 HP Outboard & Trailer; EQUIPMENT & TRUCK PARTS & COMPONENTS: Tractor Cab; Curtis Cab; Misc Turf Tires w/Rims; Misc Tires; Misc Rims; Misc Attachment Parts; Misc New Parts Inventory; SUPPORT EQUIPMENT: Northwest MF6500 Outdoor Pallet Furnace; John Deere 295 Welder; Crop Care PR2500 Wrapper; John Deere G5500KE Genset; John Deere Push Mower; Universal Roof; Ariens ST724 Snow Blower; Split Fire 2260 Log Splitter; (2) Walk Behind Spreaders; AND MORE!

Quality Consignments are being accepted for this sale!

TERMS: Complete payment or a minimum requirement of 20% deposit day of sale in Cash, Certified Check or Guaranteed Funds. Balance due within 4 days. MA Lic #AU736

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Mielke from B10 The University of Wisconsin’s Dr. Brian Gould does not anticipate an MILC payment to producers for the month or the foreseeable future, depending what Congress does, policy wise.

The AMS-surveyed butter price averaged $1.6877 per pound, up 16.3 cents from August.

Nonfat dry milk averaged $1.2518, up 9.3 cents.

Cheese averaged $1.7545, up 7.6 cents, and dry whey averaged 53.5 cents, up 4.1 cents.

Speaking of policy; Dairy Profit Weekly (DPW) reports that a court ruling apparently paves the way for increased ethanol use. The U.S. Appeals Court for the District of Columbia Circuit sided with the Environmental Protection Agency and its partial waiver approval for E15 ethanol (15 percent ethanol/85 percent gasoline) fuel for model year 2001 and newer light duty vehicles and all flex fuel vehicles which represents nearly two-thirds of all vehicles on the road.

Food, auto engine and oil refinery industry trade associations had challenged the approval of E15. The food industry said E15 approval would lead to higher corn and food prices. Auto engine makers said E15 could open them to lawsuits if engines malfunctioned.

Since the initial waiver filing in March 2009, vehicles were tested using E15, health effects data on E15 was collected and approved, and a first-of-its-kind misfueling mitigation plan was required and approved in order for retailers to offer E15. Currently, the market for ethanol confined to E10 blends has been saturated, according to the Renewable Fuels Association.

Allowing ethanol blends of up to E15 for 2001 and new vehicles, as well as increasing the availability of higher level ethanol blends up to E85, will open more markets to the domestic renewable fuels industry. The impact won’t be immediate, says DPW. Only one Kansas retailer offers E15.

Meanwhile; the EPA

opened a 30-day comment period on a request seeking a temporary waiver of Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) volume requirements. The standard, which mandates the amount of ethanol that must be used annually, has been seen as a driving force behind reduced corn supplies and higher prices for dairy cattle feed. Dairy, livestock and food industry representatives, joined by more than 100 members of Congress and several state governors, have requested a temporary waiver to the standard. EPA has 90 days to decide whether a waiver should be granted.

And California’s Department of Food & Agriculture turned down a hearing request to consider changes to its pricing formula for milk used in cheese production, and a request for an emergency increase of 50 cents per hundredweight on all classes of milk produced in the state. Dairy farmers had sought the changes to help cover skyrocketing feed prices but Ag Secretary Karen Ross is forming a task force to look at

the pricing structure and come up with long-term solutions.

National Milk has joined nearly 40 other farm and ranch organizations to raise public awareness of the need for Congress to pass a new farm bill before current farm programs ex-

pire in September. The coalition, called Farm Bill Now, comprises associations and coalitions representing commodity crops, livestock, specialty and minor crops, energy and bio-based product groups, farm cooperatives and financial groups, as well as the

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nation’s two largest farm groups, the American Farm Bureau Federation and the National Farmers Union. Details are posted at www.farmbillnow.com.

And, a petition was circulated this week from Milkweed Editor Pete Hardin asking USDA

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to use his authority to call an emergency hearing to consider raising minimum milk prices paid to farmers to deal with one of the worst cost-income squeezes in history. Details are posted at www.themilkweed.com.

FARM AUCTION

Sat., Sept. 8, 2012 10 AM LOCATED: 19824 Cochranton Rd., (Rt. 322), Meadville, Pa. 16335, 2 Miles SE of Town

TRACTORS: J.D. 4850, Cab, FWD, Front 3 PTH, SN: RW4850P007481; J.D. 4440, Cab, FWD, 540/1000 PTO, SN: 5550H007876R; White 4-150 Field Boss; White 2-1-5; Case 1030 w/Cab; Farmall M, SN: FBK255436X1

Sat., Oct. 6 2012 • 10am TH,

Location: Capital District Farmers Market 381 Broadway, Menands, NY 12204 (Albany)

Contact us early to advertise your consignments, the list is growing every day!

Very early consignments include: JD 2355 w/ 2900 hrs; MF 394H High Clearance tractor; Bobcat 440 Skid Steer; Oliver 550; 2011 McCormick X10-25 4wd w/ ldr-25 hrs like new; Small Essick vibratory roller; Irrigation pump w/ 6cyl Ford eng; New 3pt fence line mower; New Skid Steer attachments; New Taylor Way dump trailer; Pneumasem 2row vegetable planter used only for test plots at University-like new; 100s more items coming in. Call or email us early to add yours to this growing list!

Terms: Cash or good check. All items sold as is. Consignor delivery and preview Wed-Fri., Oct. 3-4-5 8am-4pm. List is subject to change.

Auction by;

MACFADDEN N & SONS,, INC. 1457 Hwy. Rt. 20, Sharon Springs, NY 13459 (518) 284-2090 or www.macfaddens.com

2 COMBINES: J.D. 7700 Turbo, Hyd. Assist, w/Terra Floatation 66x43-25 NHS Tires, 3381 Hrs., SN: 313676H; J.D. 7720, Hyd. Assist, 3236 Hrs., Rice & Cane 30.5Lx32 Tires, SN: 460766; 213 and 216 (Plastic Fingers) Grain Platforms; (2) 643 Corn Heads.

TILLAGE: DMI Tiger Tooth 3-Shank; Ford 138 Soil Saver, 9-Shank; (2) 5-Bottom Plows, Semi-Mount, Auto Spring Trip, Case 20 in. & Ford 16 in.; 16 ft. Culti-Mulcher; (2) Kewanee 1020 Transport Discs, Hyd Fold, 12-24 ft.; Case 16 ft.; A.C. 2300, 13 ft.

PLANTING: J.D. 6-Row Corn Planter, 30 in.; J.D. 8300 Grain Drill, 21 Hole, Grass Seeder.

HAYING EQUIP.: J.D. 930 MOCO, Impeller; J.D. 9 ft. Haybine; Long 4-Spinner, Pull Type Hay Tedder; (2) N.H. Round Balers, 853 & 858.

OTHER EQUIP.: GT 270 Allied Grain Dryer; (3) Feeder Wagons, One with Head Locks; Cattle Headlock; (2) N.H. Grinder-Mixers, 354 & 355; (3) Trailers: 5x15 ft. Tandem, 6x14 ft. Tandem Car Hauler and R. Bale Hauler; Old Manure Spreader for Wood Trailer.

Note: Few smalls, be prompt.

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Just to set the record straight let me tell you that I liked the things that grew in the garden a whole lot better than my fatherin-law did. He loved planting and tending, but he did not like many of the vegetables when they were harvested.

That first year we had a bumper crop of green beans. We ate what we could, but there were many more that needed

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That canning book was my recreational reading during that first canning season.

Well, the beans went into the jars just fine. I completed the canning process and listened for the distinctive pops of the lids to be sure they sealed. I lived in a mo-

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••• Upcoming Auction ••• FALL MACHINERY SALE Saturday September 22 @ 10:00 AM Auction to be held at Sennett Livestock Barn Located on Rt. 5, 4 miles East of Auburn, NY 20 miles West of Syracuse, NY and 4 miles South of exit 40 off the NYS Thruway

** Advertising deadline is September 10th ** Taking consignments for all types of farm machinery, vehicles, lawn mowers, Tools and much more.

For more information or trucking Sale Barn 315-253-3579 Kalan 315-374-3428/Mark 315-730-0823

Morrisville Autumn Review Sale Saturday,, Septemberr 8th,, * 11:00AM Cornell Cooperative Extension Building, Morrisville, NY 80 Holsteins will be offered! Outstanding young fresh cows! Springing bred heifers! Cows milking over 100lbs! Fancy yearlings & calves from generations of EX & VG dams!

Always one of the great buying opportunities of the year for Holstein Breeders!

Cattle are inoculated against shipping fever, tested negative for BVD-PI & tested for immediate interstate shipment!

Directions: From Stoplight in Morrisville, turn south on Sale Managed By/Catalogs Eaton Street & follow for 1/2 mile past school to Cooperative Extension building on right.

Sale Chairperson: Katy Kemmeren 607-316-7223

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Sale Hosted By: Morrisville College Dairy Club C. Steven Mooney, Advisor 315-684-6301

4236 Co. Hwy. 18, Delhi, NY 13753 Phone: 607-746-2226 • Fax: 607-746-2911 E-mail: daveramasr@cattlexchange.com Website: www.cattlexchange.com

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bile home at the time so I had to store my finished jars in my inlaw’s basement.

One day during the winter I went down cellar to quite a mess.

The beans had popped their lids liberally dispersing them on the cellar floor. Not only did I have a mess to clean up, I lost most of the beans that I had so carefully preserved.

The next year we again had many green beans.

This time I preserved some of them as dilly beans. If you are not familiar with dilly beans you are missing a treat.

They are pickled beans preserved with vinegar and dill weed. They are delicious. Since they are pickled the canning process is much simpler.

My mother-in-law and I both invested in pressure canners. We were not about to have a season like the last one.

That first year we also picked strawberries. I made some of my berries into freezer jam. I love the freezer jam because the berries still taste fresh after they have

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2012 tomato late blight confirmed in Onondaga County Late blight is a highly contagious air borne disease that caused the Great Potato Famine in the 1800’s and wiped out much of 2009’s tomato crop. The cool, damp weather that we had that year provided the perfect environment for the disease to take hold and spread quickly. Late blight does not survive in the soil. It can however, overwinter on diseased potatoes that may have been left in the ground or fresh spores can stick to clothing, hands, or tools.

Large quarter size spots may appear on the leaves or the stems. Infected plants may look fine one day and be dead three days later. Once the disease takes hold there is no cure. To prevent infection, start spraying with fungicides containing the chemical CHLOROTHALONIL. Follow the manufacturer’s suggestions for rates and frequency. Unfortunately organic products containing copper have not proven to be highly effective against

Late Blight.

If you do have Late Blight immediate attention is required. To prevent the spread of the disease all plants and tomatoes should be bagged and sent to the landfill. Do not compost and do not burn.

That would release the spores into the air causing greater contamination (spores can travel several miles via the wind).

If you suspect you have Late Blight do not take infected plant parts to local nurseries as this may contaminate

Hickory from B13 been frozen. I also just put some strawberries into the freezer to eat on waffles or as shortcake later on.

Of course, I did not have a freezer in my trailer except the one on the top of the refrigerator. Once again my mother-in-law helped me out. She gave me one section of her very large deep freezing unit. That was a God send because it allowed me to purchase many things so that I did not have to shop every week.

When the corn on the cob was ready I froze that. I rigged up a pan where my ear of corn was balanced on top and the kernels fell into the pan around it.

Frozen corn is very good as long as you do it right. While the corn was ripe we ate a lot of fresh corn with our meals. I remember having to take the cob away from the children because they chewed off all of the kernels and were starting on the cob.

Corn relish is another favorite of mine. I found an excellent recipe in my canning book. Each year I took time to cook corn relish.

My favorite thing to can is pickles. I think what I like best is the smell in the kitchen during the preparation. I remember that company came one evening as I cooked a kettle of mustard pickles. The company was curious as to what they smelled. I showed them the huge kettle of seasoned vegetables that were simmering on the stove.

When tomatoes were ripe we had

many of them to can. Each morning we went to the garden to harvest what was ripe. The tomato skins had to be peeled. A large kettle of near boiling water helped the skins split allowing them to slip off easily. I cold packed tomatoes and canned them in a water bath. The big thing was to be sure the jars were not too full and that the rim did not have any tomato seeds underneath.

I canned mostly plain tomatoes, but I also made something called Shirley sauce that was great with our venison in the fall. Shirley sauce is slightly hot, but I would call it mild. It was great on beef, too.

If there were a lot of vegetables ready to can I often made my own vegetable juice similar to the commercial type found in the aisles of the grocery store.

At least I knew that mine did not have any preservatives. It canned very well.

After I moved to Hickory Heights I bought a dehydrator. It was nothing fancy but it worked. I set it up in the pantry so that I did not have to move it. One year I even entered dried vegetables in the fair. After the fair my jar of vegetables became a flavorful batch of soup.

Home preservation is an art form. It takes a lot of work and a lot of practice but it is certainly worth the effort.

Ann Swanson writes from her home in Russell, PA. Contact at hickoryheights1@verizon.net

PUBLIC AUCTION

Saturday, September 8th • 9:30 AM Preview 8:00 AM till sale We will be selling machinery, hand tools and some household from a local farm, at our location on the corner of Dutch Valley Rd and Otsego County Hwy 20, in the village of Edmeston.

Watch for signs at the four corners, in the village.

Partial List: International 560 gas tractor with loader, this tractor has been completely rebuilt and is in fine condition; approximately 100 bushel ground driven manure spreader; two section drag; two bottom quick hitch plow; quick hitch 7 ft cycle bar mower; back blade; International #48 blower; horse drawn mower; Papec ensilage blower, needs work; cement mixer; Coleman 5000 watt generator; 2600 p.s.i. pressure washer; Miller Matic 120 mig welder; 5 HP Craftsman front tine rototiller; Craftsman 21HP lawn tractor with 42” mower deck; Poulan 17HP lawn tractor; 1976 C.T. 90 Honda motor bike; two 7.5HP Evinrude outboard motors; 15-5-38 tractor tires; set of ring tractor chains; Toro 824 snow blower; steel wheels; walking cultivator; 275 gal fuel tank; roll of 4” plastic drain pipe; grind stone; chicken feeders and waterers; fanning mill; lots of aluminum windows; lots of hand tools; hand saws; bucksaws and two man saws; lots of log chains; several large animal cages; McCulloch 610 chainsaw and Mac 3516 chainsaw; hand sleds; large assortment of knives left over from local shop including hunting, pocket, and novelty knives; Lowrance fish finder; deer mounts and horns; Bear compound bow with quiver; recurve bow; lots of arrows and accessories; new leather motorcycle bags; pine kitchen set with table and four chairs; two electric sewing machines in cabinets; small Singer Feather Weight Model 221K sewing machine; 55” big screen TV; and a Suburban wood stove.

This is just a partial list as more things are being found for this sale. There will be lots of surprises.

Order of sale: Household, Sporting Items, followed by Tools and Machinery.

Sale Conducted by the Morris Auction Gallery Donald R. Turnbull • 607-965-8167 or 607-965-8815 ID Required No Buyers Premium Cash or Good NYS Check ~ Food ~ Tent ~ Some Chairs ~ Porta-Jon Check us out on www.auctionzip.com ID #30383

their crops. Instead place infected plant parts in a sealed plastic bag and bring them to the Oneida County Cooperative Extension, 121 Second St. Oriskany, NY 13424.

To see where Tomato Blight has been found look at this link: http://usablight.org/ Have more tomato blight questions?

Visit the Home & Garden section of our website. Look under fact sheets on vegetables. http://counties. cce.cornell.edu/oneia/

Trucks For Sale - ‘06 IH 8600 T/A Daycab Truck Tractor, ISM Cummins Eng., 10 Spd., 540k. .$20,900.

- ‘07 IH 8600 T/A Daycab Truck Tractor, ISM Cummins Eng., 10 Spd., 770k. .$19,500.

- ‘06 IH 8600 T/A Daycab Truck Tractor, ISM Cummins Eng., 10 Spd., 770k. .$18,500.

- ‘96 Autocar T/A Lugger Truck, 44k Rears, L10 Cummins, Low Miles, Wetline, Double Frame, Would Make Great Dump Truck!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$6,500.

- ‘91 Autocar T/A Lugger Truck, 44k Rears, L10 Cummins, Low Miles, Wetline, Double Frame, Rusty Cab, Make A Great Dump Truck!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,000.

- ‘05 GMC 5500 Rollback Truck, 21’ Jerr Dan Alum. Rollback, Wood Floor, Dock Leveler Duramax Diesel, Auto Trans., 132k, Good Tires, Nice Truck. . . . . .$20,000.

- ‘01 IH 4700 Rollback, 21’ Century Body w/ Wheelift, DT466 - Recently Rebuilt, 7 Spd. Trans., 25k GVW, Runs Great. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$14,900.

- ‘99 IH 4700 Rollback, 21’ Century Rollback w/ Wheelift, Bad Engine. . . . . .$7,500.

- ‘05 IH 4300 Cab & Chassis, DT466, Auto, 25k GVW, Will Take 18’ Body, 275k. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9,900.

- ‘03 Ford F350 12’ Box truck, ALL BLACK, V10 Eng., Auto, A/C, 80k Orig. Miles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$8,300.

- ‘07 Cadillac Escalade ESV, Maroon, Tan Leather, 22’s, DVD, Sunroof, 92k. .$27,500.

- ‘96 Kentucky 48’ Furniture / Dropdeck Van Trailer, Great For Hay!!. . . . . . . . .$4,750.

All Offers Considered!

Matt (607) 222-4246

LAKEVIEW HOLSTEINS Friday, September 7th, 2012 at 11:00 AM 2456 Route 14 Penn Yan, NY 14527 18 mi. south of Geneva, 18 mi. north of Watkins Glen right along Route 14

Great Market for High Quality Cattle at this Auction Specializing in registered and grade dairy cattle, Jerseys, complete dairy herds, heifers, and service bulls. Set up for interstate transportation. Reasonable commission rates. Great dairy location. Licensed and bonded.

Auction held every first Friday of the month. Excellent ventilation, all cattle vaccinated upon arrival and vet checked by Keseca Vet. 1: 60 cow dairy from Western NY, 55 mature cows and 5 springing heifers, cows are averaging 65# w/ 150 SCC, most are young and show lots of milk, few cross breeds.

2: 8 Jersey and cross bred heifers, 2 due in Sept., 3 in Oct., 2 in Nov. All from one farm.

3: 15 fresh and springing heifers from one farm.

4: 10 open Holstein heifers from Clyde, NY. 5: 14 month old Jersey bull.

6: 3 pure bred Holstein bulls.

7: (6) 7 month old Jersey heifers.

8: 15 cows in all stages of lactation, this is a small dairy that we will be selling half this month and half next month.

9: Few fresh heifers from heifer raiser.

10: 2 pure bred fresh animals from Bill Brown (they're nice).

11: 2 Purebred Brown Swiss Heifers, 1 due in two weeks (nice).

12: And lots more cows and heifers until auction date.

13: Come be part of this successful auction for buyers and sellers.

Auction Note: Looking like it will be a good selection of dairy cattle, last auction we sold 225 head with the top at $1,850.

Terms: Cash or honorable check. Nothing to be removed until settled for.

FOR TRUCKING AND CONSIGNMENT CALL: Elmer Zeiset 315-729-8030 Jay Martin 315-521-3123 Raymond Zimmerman 315-531-8521

Specializing in Agriculture & Construction Public Auctions Jay Martin Clyde, NY 14433 315-521-3123

Elmer Zeiset Savannah, NY 13146 315-729-8030

UNIVERSITY PARK, PA — What proven strategies and tools can Pennsylvania dairy producers use on-farm to become more profitable? The Penn State Extension Dairy Team is bringing back the Show Me the Money conference call series for a second installment. This series will focus on specific herd, crop, and business management strategies that can improve dairy farm profitability. The format of the phone calls will be short presentations by Extension specialists and other agribusiness professionals followed by opportunity for questions and discussions. Calls are open to anyone in the dairy industry.

The series features calls on five topics, offered on various dates and times. Participation in all calls is not required. Topics, dates and times include: • Topic #1: How Much is Your Pregnancy Rate Costing You? Sept. 4, noon to 1 p.m. and Sept.

6; 7 to 8 p.m. Dairy operations are always looking for ways to increase their reproductive performance, but do you know how much it costs if you don’t maximize your reproductive performance?

Presented by Robert Goodling, Extension associate, Department of Animal Science.

• Topic #2: Alternative Forages: Are They Profitable? Sept. 18, noon to 1 p.m. Weather conditions,

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SMYRNA, NY (CHENANGO COUNTY) FROG ROCK FARM COMPLETE MILKING HERD & BRED HEIFER DISPERSAL 55 Head of all AI sired Holsteins - 35 milking age with 10 fresh in the last 60 days. Cows are ave. 56#/day and are in all stages of lactation. Sired by: Burt, Coldspring, Jetstream, Hardtop, Throttle, Oman, Activist plus many more.

Service sires: Niagra, Evolve, Astrologer, Baldwin, Super-A, Commando, Classic-Red to mention a few. Majority of the herd is young with good udders & legs.

Mgrs. Note: Per request of the farmer inspection of cattle from 2:30 - 5:00 PM Monday - Thurs. the week prior to sale. Peter has always paid attention to his herd's genetics - you'll be impressed.

Health: Cattle have been inoculated for shipping fever and pregnancy examined.

Directions: From Rt. 80 take Wilcox Road approx. 1/2 mile to farm. Watch for auction signs.

Sale Managed by: Hosking Sales 6810 West River Rd., Nichols, NY 13812 607-699-3637 or 607-972-1770

Owner: Peter Maynard 278 Wilcox Road Smyrna, NY

grain prices, and dwindling forage inventories have many re-evaluating their cropping strategies.

Can alternative forages help dairy profitability?

Presented by Dr. Greg Roth, professor of agronomy, Penn State Department of Ecosystem Science and Management and Extension grain crops specialist.

• Topic #3: Dairy Operations: The Next Generation. Oct. 2, noon to 1 p.m. Transitioning a dairy operation to a new owner or family member can be challenging and stressful. Don’t wait to plan your estate! Find out how to begin planning now to help ease the transition process.

Presented by Gary Heim, agricultural law and estate planning attorney, Persun & Heim, P.C. • Topic #4: Risk Management Options for Every Size Farm. Oct. 16; noon to 1 p.m. No matter what the size of the dairy operation, there are risk management options available.

Presented by Alan Zepp, risk management program coordinator, Center for Dairy Excellence.

• Topic #5: Make Your Team Meetings Count!

Nov. 6; noon to 1 p.m. and Nov. 8; 7 to 8 p.m.

On-farm team meetings for dairy operations can get stale and seem like treading water rather than improving profits.

Whether you are a team member, leader, or dairy owner, join us in a discussion on how to better use data, farm records and key information to “make your team meeting count!” Presented by Dr. Lisa Holden, associate professor of Penn State Department of Animal Science and Rebecca White, Extension research associate.

There is no fee to participate in this conference call series, but preregistration is required.

To pre-register, contact the Penn State Extension Dairy Team office toll-free at 888-3737232 or complete the online registration form at

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ADVANCE NOTICE Machinery & Barn Equipment Dispersal Ridge Road, Waddington, NY

SATURDAY, SEPT. 22 , 2012 11:00 AM ND

Having Sold the farm & the cattle, Jessica Hwang (Harvest Dairy) will sell the machinery & barn equipment.

TRACTORS: Ford TW25 4WD & cab, AC 7045 & cab, Ford 5000, 2 - NH Skidsteers both LS160, Ingersol-Rand Model 724 - Backhoe, Loader, Grader & line of farm machinery BARN & MILKHOUSE: 1500 gal. Surge tank, Boumatic Double 8 Parlor with Germania take offs, stall dividers, crowd gate, fans, 3 silo’s etc.

FOR A NEIGHBOR: JD 4020, JD 720, JD 327 haybaler & Ford 801 Workmaster.

Complete Listing & Details Next Week

SHATTUCK AUCTION SERVICE Willis Shattuck 315-347-3003 • Dave Bush 315-287-2436

H&L Auctions of Mabne Ed Legacy 518-483-0800 • Scott Hamilton 518-483-8787

www.surveymonkey.com /s/showmemoney. Upon registering, participants will receive a toll-free conference call number to dial into to participate in the phone call. Preregistration no later than five business days prior to each call is required to receive printed materials that will be discussed during the calls. Lastminute registrations will be accepted, but printed materials will only be available to those who register at least five days in advance. A recording of this series and previous conference call se-

ries can be accessed for free online as available.

This program is funded through USDA Dairy Profitability Special Grant #2009-3443719958. The series qualifies for SmartStart credit from AgChoice Farm Credit.

Participants must attend 3-5 conference calls to receive 1 SmartStart credit.

For more information, contact the Penn State Extension Dairy Team at 888-373-7232 or visit the Penn State Extension Dairy Team website at extension.psu.edu

Hotter temperatures contribute to greater numbers of human West Nile Virus infections Laura C. Harrington, an expert on mosquitoborne diseases and an associate professor of entomology at Cornell University, discusses the factors behind increased reports of West Nile Virus.

She says: “As of Aug. 23, a total of 11 confirmed human cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in New York State, including one death in Onondaga County. To date, more than 700 mosquito pools have tested positive for the virus across the state.

“Late August is typically a time when the number of human cases starts to escalate quickly.

This annual trend is most likely due to gradual amplification of the virus over the course of the

summer in bird populations, leading to increases in the number of infectious mosquitoes. As a consequence, we are likely only at the beginning of a significant upward trajectory in human cases.

“We are concerned that hotter than normal temperatures this summer may be responsible for accelerating viral replication in mosquitoes capable of transmitting the virus leading to an earlier and greater number of human cases and viruspositive mosquitoes.

With no vaccine and no specific treatment for West Nile virus, the best prevention is to minimize exposure to mosquito bites through use of repellents, limit outdoor activity and eliminate mosquito breeding sites.”

AUCTION Sat., Sept. 8th - 9:30 AM

324 Minisink Turnpike, Port Jervis, NY 12771 9:30 AM: Tools, Lawn & Garden, Misc., Etc. 12:01 PM: Tractors: Ford 4000G, JD A, JD H, AC B, AC WC, 901 Ford, Rear Blade, Etc...

Consignments Welcome Anytime More Arriving Daily Upcoming Sale: Sept. 29th on site. Welding and Auto Body Shop, Montgomery, NY. Mark your calendar.

Miedema Family Auction Service 845-856-5651 845-313-5527 For info & pics go to www.auctionzip.com

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NNY growers use harvest season tests as indicator for 2013 corn crop As farmers approach corn harvest time, they are already thinking about next year’s crop.

Northern New York Agricultural Development Program-funded research conducted on regional farms by the Cornell Nutrient Management Spear Program and its Cornell Cooperative Extension, W.H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute, and farmer collaborators has developed recommendations for using two testing tools to help farms optimize nutrient use over time with their corn crops. Those tools are the late-season Corn Stalk Nitrate Test (CSNT) and the Illinois Soil Nitrogen Test (ISNT).

Research was conducted in Northern New York as part of a 20082011 statewide project to answer the question can on-farm manure resources replace the need for purchased starter nitrogen fertilizer for corn production. The results evaluate how best to apply the CSNT and ISNT to better use manure resources, conserve soil value, reduce costs, and enhance agricultural stewardship.

“I often have questions from farmers on how to better utilize manure and reduce fertilizer costs. With corn as a major forage crop on dairy farms, any work to enhance the usefulness of manure on farms is a big benefit to the farm,” Cornell Cooperative Extension of Lewis County Field Crops Educator Joe Lawrence says.

Manure Handling

Certified Crop Advisor Peg Cook routinely encourages the farmers she advises to implement NNYADP research results into their cropping and dairying practices.

“One of the farmers who has applied the results of the manure value studies has said that were it not for the recommendations based on that research he would not be in business. He has not purchased fertilizer in four years and that adds up to thousands of dollars of savings,” Cook said.

St. Lawrence County dairy farmer Mary Kelly

agrees, “We use soil testing on every field.

What we learn from that can add up to significant savings.”

How the tests work The late-season CSNT evaluates the success of nitrogen (N) application decisions over the course of that growing season.

The ISNT is a soil analysis that estimates if there is enough potentially mineralizable nitrogen in the soil to feed a new corn crop. While the soil can be sampled for ISNT-N at any time of year except within five weeks of manure appli-

cation, the recommendation is to test right after corn harvest for results to guide the following year’s decision-making.

Due to the dry weather, CSNT results may be slightly higher this fall.

Educators caution that 2012 CSNT data and growing season weather conditions should be viewed in tandem with ISNT -N results before farmers decide whether the farms’ manure supply can replace, or eliminate, the need for the purchase of starter nitrogen fertilizer for 2013 corn crops.

“During seasons with serious drought conditions, plants stressed by lack of water are not able to take up nitrogen to the full potential of a crop grown under more optimal conditions. If it rains later in the season, this nitrogen can still accumulate in the lower portion of the corn stalk resulting in high CSNT values without causing a yield increase in the crop,” said Lawrence.

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County Field Crops Educator Mike Hunter cautions, “Growers

need to be careful with CSNT in a dry year as results can be skewed due to the accumulation of nitrogen in the corn stalk in abnormally dry years. The CSNT is meant to be used over multiple years on the same field to fine tune nitrogen management, not as a one-time indicator.”

Agronomist and Soil Scientist Eric Young at W.H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute, Chazy, NY, praises the project identified by the farmer-driven NNYADP

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Growers B17

Giorgi Mushroom Company, located in Berks County now sourcing the following material:

“STRAW BASED” HORSE BEDDING (STRAW MANURE) Contacts: Dave Tranquillo 610-926-8811 ext. 5223 dtranquillo@giorgimush.com Kevin Eickhoff 610-926-8811 ext. 5216 keickhoff@giorgimush.com Michele Fisher 610-926-8811 ext. 5189 mfisher@giorgimush.com

COLUMBIA TRACTOR, INC. 841 Route 9H, Claverack, NY 518-828-1781 www.columbiatractor.com

SHARON SPRINGS GARAGE Route 20, Sharon Springs, NY 13459 518-284-2346

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties has two open positions for Columbia County representatives to the board of directors.

Both of these positions carry a term of three years, Jan. 1, 2013 through Dec. 31, 2015. The board meets every other month, or more frequently if necessary, alternating between the office locations in Acra and Hudson.

Nominees must have their primary residence in Columbia County and be 18 years of age or older. If you are interested in being considered as a nominee, or have additional questions, please call Angela Tallarico at 518-

622-9820 X21 or email amt18@cornell.edu, for an application.

Applications must be received by CCE by Tuesday, Sept. 11, for consideration by the Nominating Committee.

Elections will take place at the Association’s annual meeting scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m., at Columbia-Greene Community College.

As per the Association’s constitution, the nominating committee includes two current board members, Cathi Annese and Betsy Braley, as well as three community members, Dick Brooks, Veronica Siter and Pat Walsh.

For more information on Cornell Co-

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CCE seeks nominees to board of directors operative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties and our programs, visit our website www.ccecolumbiagreene.org.

Growers from B16

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for research, saying, “The starter N project offers convincing evidence that we can substantially improve nitrogen use efficiency on dairy farms by proper soil testing and manure management.”

Links to Cornell Agronomy Fact Sheets on the CSNT and ISNTN, how to fine tune N use on corn crops, and “Can Manure Replace the Need for Starter N?” are posted in the Field Crops: Manure Management section of the NNYADP website at www.nnyagdev.org.

The Northern New York Agricultural Development Program is a farmer-driven small grants program that funds critical on-farm research with real-world results to ensure the long-term viability of the Northern New York’s agricultural industry in Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties. The Northern New York agricultural industry contributes nearly $600 million in farm product value to the regional economy. Approximately 4,200 farms support a regional payroll of $52.9 million in jobs. Learn more online at www. nnyagdev.org.

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Schedule your pre-season dryer service now!

52nd Pageant of Steam a great show!

by Kara Lynn Dunn The 52nd annual Pageant of Steam drew more than 11,000 visitors to the show’s permanent home on 100 acres in Canandaigua, NY. The four-day event features antique tractors; antique gas, Corliss steam and steam traction engines; demonstrations of steam-powered saw mills, shingle making, grain threshing, and plowing; a parade; antique (1956 and older) tractor and pedal tractor pulls; music, and a craft and flea market.

The featured exhibit this year was Minneapolis Moline tractors; the 2013

showcase will be an Allis Chalmers Gathering of the Orange.

The New York Steam Engine Association organizes the event. The 1,700member-strong group meets the last Sunday of the month January-June for a 12:30 p.m. bring-a-dish dinner and meeting and in October and November to celebrate a Thresherman’s Dinner and the Christmas holiday. The group also holds a spring tractor pull and flea market. Dues are $10 per person, $15 per family. Learn more at www.pageantofsteam.org .

Collector Steve Davis of Winfield, NY, demonstrates a steam tractor-powered Baker Fan that separates the wheat from the chaff.

Photos by Brian P. Whattam

Jim Vitale operates an 11-ton 1915 Frick Eclipse No. 17840 with a 9 1/2x10 bore and stroke engine. The tractor is owned by David Richards of Newark Valley, NY.

This was Mark Lakie’s fourth year to exhibit at the Pageant of Steam. He was traveling to the Rough and Tumble Engineers Historical Association Show in Kinzers, PA, the week after the Canandaigua event.

The Jim Kelly family of Marion, NY, has attended the Pageant of Steam for 37 years.

Daughter Annabelle is seen with dad Jim at the wheel. Mom Rachel and baby J.P., at his first show this year, are in the background. Rachel’s parents, Rick and Julie Finley painted the 1917 Frick Eclipse. Rick and Jim tore the engine apart on Jan. 11 and had it back together and running by June 11. Rick and Julie serve on the New York Steam Engine Association Board of Directors.

Despite the dry summer, many farmers in the Twin Tiers are feeling good about their corn crop. As of Mid-August, growing degree days (GGD) in Bradford, PA had accumulated to 1800. For this region, that is over two weeks

ahead of schedule. At this rate, farmers may be looking at corn that is ideal moisture for silage by early September. Typical indicators for determining harvest may not be adequate this year.

The best way to determine when to harvest is

to be out in the field regularly to check the stage of kernel development and to measure whole plant moisture. With the variable weather conditions, whole plant moisture is a critical indicator of when to harvest and can be very different

from kernel development. Corn harvested too early will be too wet and cause molds. Corn that is harvested too late cannot ferment properly in the feed bunk as it will be too dry. These factors are critical to producing feed that is nutrient rich Harvest is here! 4-H member shows off his neighbor’s corn in Coudersport, PA.

and safe for cattle. For free whole plant moisture tests visit one of Penn State Extension’s Corn Silage Dry Down Days at the McKean County Fairgrounds on Sept. 4 from 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. or every Friday through Sept. 21 from 1 — 3 p.m. at the Potter County Extension Office.

Participants may bring four fresh stalks from each field for testing.

Call Nicole Santangelo, Agronomy Educator at 814-274-8540 for more information and additional locations. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.

Got Fish?

The St. Lawrence County Soil & Water Conservation District is again offering fish for pond stocking.

Available this year are a variety of species, including Largemouth Bass, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, Catfish, and Fathead Minnows.

Complete information on species, sizes, stocking rates, and prices is available at our office at 1942 Old DeKalb Road, Canton, NY 13617 or by calling 315-386-3582.

The information is also at www.slcswcd.org. Order deadline is Sept. 28 at 4:30 p.m.

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PA farmers may have early harvest

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2007 John Deere 3720 - 35 PTO HP, 4WD, Factory Cab (2) Rental Ag-Bag G6060 - 9’ Tunnel, 200’ Cable w/Heat and AC, Front Mounted Loader . . . . . . . .$28,975 Recently Adjusted Pricing John Deere 3010 - 55 PTO HP, 2WD, Gas Engine, Cab, (Not Pictured) John Deere 59 Front Mounted Snowblower Rented One Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$31,875 $30,875 Loader, AS IS Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5,875 $4,875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,275 Rented One Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$34,510 $32,575

John Deere 726 Land Finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . $38,500

New EZ-Trail 510 Grain Carts - 490 Bushels, 5 Units In Stock.

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As part of the Obama Administration’s commitment to do everything it can to help farmers, ranchers, small businesses, and communities being impacted by the nation’s persistent drought, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced USDA’s intent to purchase up to $170 million of pork, lamb, chicken, and catfish for federal food nutrition assistance programs, including food banks. The purchase will help relieve pressure on American livestock producers during the drought, while helping to bring the nation’s meat supply in line with demand while providing high quality, nutritious food to recipients of USDA’s nutrition programs.

“President Obama and I will continue to take swift action to get help to America’s farmers and ranchers through this difficult time,” said Vilsack. “These purchases will assist pork, catfish, chicken and lamb producers who are

currently struggling due to challenging market conditions and the high cost of feed resulting from the widespread drought. The purchases will help mitigate further downward prices, stabilize market conditions, and provide high quality, nutritious food to recipients of USDA’s nutrition programs.”

USDA announced its intention to purchase up to $100 million of pork products, up to $10 million of catfish products, up to $50 million in chicken products, and up to $10 million of lamb products for federal food nutrition assistance programs, including food banks. Through the Emergency Surplus Removal Program, USDA can use Section 32 funds to purchase meat and poultry products to assist farmers and ranchers who have been affected by natural disasters. The pork, lamb and catfish purchases are based on analyses of current market conditions. A major factor affecting livestock producers

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CATTLE, MACHINERY, MILKING EQUIP. & PRODUCE GENEVIEVE, MIKE & JACKIE STEVENER 163 STRUMLOCK ROAD, POLAND, NY 13431

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 7, 2012 10:30 A.M. Directions:: From Utica, take NYS Route 12 north to Route 8. From Route 8, turn right on to Stueben Road E. Go 1.8 mi. and turn left on to Strumlock Road. 1/3 mile to farm.

Stevenerr Farms, Est. 1942, over 70 years of farming & 60 years of AI breeding. Mike & Jackie have decided to discontinue farming in order to pursue other interests.

Cattle: (57) Mature cows, averaging 60 lbs. All cattle are in good condition, great udders, show dairy with years of AI breeding. TOP 1st & 2nds. (12) Recently fresh, & (15) Cows due for this fall.

Year round herd, with cattle in all lactations. SCC-250,000, 3.5 F 2.9 P. Cows milked in tie stall.

Go outside daily. Reg. herd health program. Sires used: Integrity, Toystory, Lynch, Millenium, Trent, Durham, and more. Service Sires used: Buckeye, Sailor, Cole, Seaver, Premier, & Cole. (6) Heifers due for fall. (6) Short bred heifers. (8) Heifers ready to breed. (19) Heifers from NB to yearlings. (Nice).

Machinery: Ford 7710, 4WD, Full Cab. Ford 7710, Full Cab, 2WD. JD 3020 w/ JD 48 loader. JD 2020, gas. All tractors have good rubber. Double ring chains for each tractor. NH LS 125 Skidsteer.

(Like New). NH 570 Baler. (Ex. condition!). NI 5209 Discbine, 9 ft. (2) Kuhn GA 3200 GT Rotary rakes. Kuhn GF 5001 TH Tedder. (4) Pequea 818 steel Hay wagons. (1) Steel Hay wagon, 9x18.

Elevator. NH 718 Chopper w/ hay head. 2-Gehl 970 Forage Wagons, 18 ft., tandem running gears.

NH 28 Blower. Badger blower. AC blower w/9 ft. pipe. White 508 4 btm. Plows/offset. 12 ft. heavy duty Disc. 12 ft. roller. Demco Sprayer, 300 gal. Fertilizer Spreader, 3pt. Hitch. 2T 15-15-15 Fertilizer. Kuhn/Knight 8114 Manure Spreader. (2) Patz conveyers-8 ft. Hayrite hay elevator, 44 ft.

Hayrite mow elevator, 100 ft. JRW Snow Blower, 3 pt. Brush Mower. Back Blade. (2) Feeder Wagons-20 ft. & 10 ft. Round Bale feeder. (2) Feed Bunks-10 ft. & 4 ft. (2) 300 gal. water vats. (3) 150 gal. water vat. Bale spears. (2) 300 gal. fuel tanks. Water pump.

Milkingg & Barn n Equipment: Patz barn cleaner chain, 250 ft. 12 in. paddles, clockwise. Patz unit. 20 ft. chute. Surge 800 gal. bulk tank. 250 ft. 2 in. pipeline, w/2 in. air line, and 5 milking units. 5 1/2 hp. Vacuum pump, variable speed. 180 gal. hot water tank. MVE 2000 Millenium XC20 Semen Tank & breeding kit. 9T Schuld grain bin. 8T Imperial grain bin. Windpower generator. Weaverline 424 Elec. feed cart w/charger. Agri-Metal bedding chopper. (2) Poly carts. Barn fans. Neck chains.

Gates. Gutter grates. Calf straps, and many other items found around the farm.

Produce: 3400 sq. bales, this year, never been wet. 3000 sq. bales left from last year.

Haylage: 16x40 silo-full. 16x40 silo 1/2 full. Also selling (2) Jamesway Valvematic II silo unloaders.

Recreational: 2011 Polaris 850 4X4 4 wheeler. (177 hrs.) Land Pride Treker 4X4. Fencing cart for 4 wheeler.

Managerss Note: Mike has done a beautiful job. Cattle are very nice, and show milk. Machinery is some of the cleanest, and well maintained you'll find. Always pressure washed and kept under cover. Every piece of machinery on this farm works, and is ready to work for you!

Inspections: Welcome between 9:00 AM & 3:00 PM only, in order to keep Mike and cattle on their regular schedule. Thank you.

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is the value of feed, which is currently running high because of the drought.

USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) purchases a variety of highquality food products each year to support the National School Lunch Program, the School Breakfast Program, the Summer Food Service Program, the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program and the Emergency Food Assistance Program. USDA also makes emergency food purchases for distribution to victims of natural disasters. Government food experts work to ensure that all purchased food is healthful and nutritious. Food items are required to be low in fat, sugar and sodium. The commodities must meet specified requirements and be certified to ensure quality. AMS purchases only products of 100 percent domestic origin.

In Washington, President Obama convened his White House Rural Council to review Executive Branch response actions and to develop additional policy initiatives to assist drought-stricken Americans. Following the meeting, the White House announced a number of new measures the Administration is taking, including USDA’s assistance for livestock and crop producers, the National Credit Union Administration’s increased capacity for lending to customers including farmers, and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s emergency waivers for federal truck weight regulations and hours of service requirements to drought-stricken communities. President Obama also stressed the need for the entire Administration to continue to look at further steps it can take to ease the pain of this historic drought.

Within the last month, USDA has opened the Conservation Reserve

Program to emergency haying and grazing, has lowered the borrower interest rate for emergency loans, and has worked with crop insurance companies to provide more flexibility to farmers. USDA has also announced the following: • Authorized $16 million in existing funds from its Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program (WHIP) and Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) to target states experiencing exceptional and extreme drought.

• Authorized the transfer of $14 million in unobligated program funds into the Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) to help farmers and ranchers rehabilitate farmland damaged by natural disasters and for carrying out emergency water conservation measures in periods of severe drought.

• Authorized haying and grazing of Wetlands Reserve Program (WRP) easement areas in drought-affected areas where haying and grazing is consistent with conservation of wildlife habitat and wetlands.

• Lowered the reduction in the annual rental payment to producers on CRP acres used for emergency haying or grazing from 25 percent to 10 percent in 2012.

• Simplified the Secretarial disaster designation process and reduced the time it takes to designate counties affected by disasters by 40 percent.

During the 2012 crop year, USDA has designated 1,628 unduplicated counties across 33 states as disaster areas — 1,496 due to drought — making all qualified farm operators in the areas eligible for low-interest emergency loans.

Visit www.usda.gov/drought for the latest information regarding USDA’s drought response and assistance.

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WANTED: FRESH COWS

Strong demand for youngstock, heifers and herds.

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300 Lbs. to Springing Free Stall Herds & Tie Stall Herds

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Herds ranging in size from 30-200+ tie or freestall.

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41 HEIFER Freestall Loops 60”, $20.00/each OBO; 10 calf hutches, $175 each. 607-2635774 6000 Mueller 900 Mueller 4500 Mueller 850 Sunset 4000 Mueller 800 Universal 3500 Mueller 800 Sunset 3000 Girton 800 Mueller 3000 Mueller 800 Surge 2-3000 S.S. 735 Sunset Sugar Tanks 700 Mueller 2500 Mueller 625 Sunset 2-2000 Mueller 600 Mueller 1500 Mueller 545 Sunset 1500 Surge 500 Mueller 1350 Mueller 400 Mueller 1000 Zero 310 Sunset 3-1000 Mueller 300 Mueller 1000 Surge 250 Mueller New Sunset Tanks New & Used Compressors 200-4000 Gal. StorageTanks Used Freheaters

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DAIRY BARN EQUIPMENT FOR SALE 50 Cow Pipeline, 5 HP Vacuum pump, 650 gal. Dairy Cool Tank, 50 Stanchions & Bowls, 200’ Hay Elevator, Gutter Chain, Houle Magnum Pump

CALL 802-782-9058 USED DAIRY EQUIPMENT Bulk Milk Coolers, Stainless Steel Storage Tanks, Pipeline Milkers, Milking Parlors, Vacuum Pumps, Used Milking Machine Plus Agitator Motors, Stainless Steel Shells, Weigh Jars, Etc.

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JD 4050 MFD PS, NEW TIRES $26,900 CIH 5140 MFD NICE . . . . . . .$26,500 CIH 5130 LDR, MFD, HI HRS .$13,500 IH 1486 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$13,500 IH 1066 CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10,750 IH 1066 MFD . . . . . . . . . . . . .$12,500 IH 1066 FENDER & NEW TA .$10,900 IH 966 FENDER . . . . . . . . . . .$8,250 IH 856 FENDER . . . . . . . . . . .$7,500 IH 856 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$8,250 IH 806 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$6,900 IH 656 WEAK HYDRO . . . . . .$3,500 FD 4100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$6,500 BOBCAT CT 225 W/LDR, NEW .$14,900 PTO UNIT FOR JD 9000 SERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$10,000 JD 9510 4WD . . . . . . . . . . . .$65,900

JD 9500 4WD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CALL JD 9500 2WD . . . . . . . . . . . .$33,000 JD 643 CORNHEAD . . . . . . . .$6,750 JD FLEX HEADS . . . . . . . . . . .CALL JD CORN HEADS . . . . . . . . . .CALL KILLBROS 350 ON GEAR . . .$2,500 ELWOOD 4WD UNIT . . . . . . . .$5,500 IH & WHITE PLOWS 4X-10X . .CALL FRONT END LOADERS NEW & USED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CALL CASE 8430 ROUND BALER . .$5,000 1ST CHOICE GS520-4 TEDDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,250 ROCK PICKER . . . . . . . . . . . . .CALL CHISEL PLOWS 9-17 SHANK .CALL LOTS OF DUALS . . . . . . . . . . .CALL IH, JD, FD TRACTOR WEIGHTS .CALL

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JOHN DEERE 960 field cultivator, 24’ wide w/7” JD perma lock sweep . . . Reduced $8,000 20’ Round Bale Wagon w/IH running gear. . . . . . . . . $3,000 585-356-2634 $1,000 OFF most all corn heads & grain heads. Huge selection of quality later model heads. Zeisloft Eq., Bloomsburg, PA 800-919-3322 1985 JD 4650 4WD, 20.8x38 rears, 16.9x26 fronts, duals, clean, good condition, $35,500. 315-335-2210 1992 CASE IH 1680, 4WD combine, 3,500 engine hours, $49,500/OBO; 1998 12 row 1770 John Deere planter, dry fertilizer, many new precision planting parts, $33,500/OBO. Both Excellent Condition and Field Ready. 315-420-8328, 315-382-6334 1993 N.H. big square baler, 3x4 D-2000 model, 11,900 bales, good cond., $12,500.

845-629-8084 2007 AERWAY 15’ w/tongue & wheel kit, new tines, $10,500 or make offer. 315651-0514 5 BOTTOM on-land Wilrich plow, good shape, always shedded, $4,500. 315-6853524, 315-224-1057 574 INTERNATIONAL DIESEL tractor $2,900. 2360 Gehl discbine $4,500. 2 Tandem running gear $1,200. each. 2 Chopper wagons $2,500 and $2,000. 315-3972593 (6) USED GRAIN CARTS, some late models corner augers. 3.7% fin. Zeisloft Eq. 800-919-3322 642B SKID STEER, excellent condition, high hours but very well maintained $5,500 OBO. 607-264-3090 BALZER SILAGE TABLE, poly floor, excellent condition, $8,500. 315-209-7183 BOBCAT 753 skid steer, 6,000 hours, good condition $7,900. 607-387-6903 BROCKWAY 19’ silage dump, 1938 Cletrac E, Vicon Seeder, running gears & more. 845758-2521 CASE IH 1660 4x4, 4009 hrs., specialty rotor, new rubber, 1063 corn head, field ready, $38,500. 315-569-8267

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CASE/IH 7130 Magnum 4x4, 18spd. power shift, 4revs, 42” rubber, $29,500; Case/IH 3394 4x4, 6spd., power shift, 20.8-38 duals, $18,500. Must sell. 607-382-7722

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Farm Machinery For Sale CAT 236 skid loader, 3,700 hours, $8,500; BobCat 530 skid loader, gas, 20hp, $3,400; Jacobson T422D, front cut mower, diesel, $1,800; New grapple bucket, 72”, $1,750; Rock bucket, 72”, $650; Material bucket, 72”, $540. Hydro rebuilding farm skid loaders, harvesters and combines. Finger Lakes Skid Loader Repair 315-536-0268 COMBINE STEEL TRACKS, D4 Cat chain w/30” grouser pads, frame mounted, $5,000 OBO. 716-213-7843 COMBINE: Gleaner N6, 235hp, hydrostatic, 4WD, 6 row corn & soybean heads, 30” tracks, frame mounted, field ready, complete package, $25,000 OBO. 716-2137843

CORN EQUIPMENT SALE Miller Pro Dump wagon JD 7720 Combine JD Silage wagon (2) JD Chopper Badger corn crusher Gravity wagon (2) Corn head Dion Blower

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or Jim at 315-822-5102 DAHLMAN PH 2020 potato harvester, M table, V.G., $12,000; Airflow onion harvester, good condition, $7,000.

585-733-7481 F2 GLEANER COMBINE, hydro traction drive, good condition, $7,500 or B.O. 315794-1769 FICKLIN 185 gravity wagon, $2,750; 18’ steel side kicker wagon, $2,550. 607-5334850, 607-279-6232 FOR SALE: Model 743 Bobcat skidsteer, new tires, excellent condition. 315-673-2128

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END OF SUMMER FEEDER SALE! Headlock, Haysaver, and Slantbar feeders all available in sizes 8'-32' on skids or 4 wheels Custom made headlock panels @ $75/lock - includes all mountings.

Slantbar panels @ $25/foot including mountings

Customizing work readily available at very reasonable rates!

Call now for price quote on your needs!

Bliss Farm Enterprises (802) 875-2031 Also available: Hay wagons, bale carriers, round bale grabbers & wrappers, running gears, chain drag harrows, Sitrex Hay equip. and much, much more!

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USED COMBINE & CHOPPER PARTS

TRACTORS Minot dsl., 3pt. . . . . . . . . . . $5,500 JD 5210 dsl. . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,000 ENGINES CAT 3208, JD 404T, 466T, 329, AC 3500, AC F2 MISC. Fertilizer Auger, truck mount, Unverferth, ex.shape . . . $1,350 Filken Gravity Wagon . . . . . $2,750 Kilbros Gravity Wagon . . . . $1,250 JD 8’ Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,200 (2) JD 48 Loaders. . . . . $2,500 ea.

Winpower Generator 12-20kw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,250 Brillion Cultipacker, 12' . . . . . $750 TILLAGE JD 2700 5x18 . . . . . . . . . . . $2,200 JD 2600 5x18 . . . . . . . . . . . $2,200 Chisel Plow 3pt., 7 Shank. . $1,200 Chisel Plow 3pt., 7 Shank. . $1,300 DRILLS IH 5100 Seeder. . . . . . . . . . $1,850 JD 8350 DD . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,850

DRILLS JD 8350 DD w/Seeder . . . . $1,850 IH 5100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500 SPRAYERS Century 500 Gallon . . . . . . $1,250 BALERS JD 224 wire w/pan . . . . . . . $1,250 JD 336 w/Kicker . . . . . . . . . $2,450 NH 273 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,850 Vicon 4Star Tedder, ex. Shape. $2,650 COMBINES 920 Flex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Call Case IH 1010 X15 . . . . . . . $2,600 JD 643. . . . . . . . . $5,700 & $4,750 JD 343 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,200 213-216 Grain Heads . . . . . . . Call IH 810 16.5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,500 IH 863 4x30 . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,600 JD Chopper Mount Plate . . . . $950 JD 215 & 216 flex . . . . . . . . . . Call CLAMP-ON DUALS 20.8x38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $750 18.4x34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $550 18.4x38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $750 14.9x24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $550 20.8x34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $750

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FORD 8N, 9N, Ferguson, TO-20, miscellaneous parts, tires, tubes, rims, etc. Call 315-439-2685 East Syracuse,NY GLENCOE 20’ field cultivator w/hydraulic folding wings, good condition, $1,100; Nice wood kicker rack wagon w/8 ton running gear, $1,000. 315750-0481 GRAIN DRYER: M.C.675, continuous flow, natural gas, heat recovery w/transport wheel kit, $3,000/OBO. 716213-7843 IH DISGUSTED??? With your shifting? Now is the time to fix. Put a good tractor back to work. 800-808-7885, 402-374-2202 INTERNATIONAL 806 diesel; Gehl 95 grinder mixer; John Deere forage blower, 1000 RPM. 315-843-4111 JD 213 flex head, very good, $3,300; Paul livestock scale, $650; square bale grabber, $650. 802-644-5974

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703102 NH FP240 2005 CHOPPER W/METAL & KP TANDEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$29,500

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JD 8300 drill, 23x7 double disc, press wheels, seeder, $3,500; Case IH 5100 drill, 21x7, double disc, press wheels, seeder, $5,200; Dunham 13’ & 15’ cultimulchers, nice, $2,500 & 3,800; JD 9500, 7700, 6600 & 4400 combines, call; 4 JD 220 flex heads, $2,500 ea. Mike Franklin 607-749-3424

JOHN head, dealer ready, 7843

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DEERE 653A S.B. 6row, auto-header, serviced yearly, field $6,000/OBO. 716-213-

Many New Parts in Stock RECENT MODELS IN FOR SALVAGE:

•6215 burnt •4240 •4230 ROPS •L4020 •3020 •3155 cab w/AC •E3020 syncro •E3020 PS •4030 •3010D •2955 4WD •2550 4WD

JOHN DEERE CAT III/IIIN Quick Hitch. Like New. Asking $500 or BO. Call 315-7278113

JOHN DEERE 2630 with 146 loader, needs clutch; John Deere 730, 2 cylinder. 518966-5766

JOHN DEERE Kernel processor, fully reconditioned, new rollers and bearings, fits all 6000 series John Deere silage chopper $5,000. or best offer. 802-758-2138

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We Rebuild Your Hydraulic Pumps, SCV Valves, Steering Valves, etc.

All Units are Bench Tested Many Used Tractor Parts Already Dismantled CALL FOR YOUR NEEDS

NELSON PARTS Penn Yan, NY

800-730-4020 315-536-3737 Kennedy Tractor of Williamstown, NY (315) 964-1161 Kuhn Knight 8110 Slinger Spreader (1) year old, 540 PTO $10,500; ‘04 JD 5520 Deluxe Cab Stereo/AC/Heat & JD LDR, 75-80 HP, Dsl, 2500 hrs, 12 Spd, Power Reverser, Dual Outlets, Super Clean $23,500; 4x4 MF 1040 w/MF LDR 40 HP, Dsl, 1100 hrs $Call; 4x4 NH 2120 Heated Cab & FNH LDR 40 HP, Dsl, 725 hrs $8950; 4x4 Landini Globus Heated Cab (also AC) 75-80 HP, Dsl, Dual Outlets, Field Ready! $15,900; ‘99 NH 4835 Canopy 60 HP, Dsl, 2000 hrs, Dual outlets w/Sd. Mt SB Mower; $9,750 Ford 540 w/Sd. Mt. Sicklebar Mower 50 HP, Dsl, 2000 hrs, Canopy $8,450; PTO Generators; 3pt. NH 451 SB Mower 7’ $1,875; 3pt Gaspardo (New) 3 pt. SB Mower 6’ $2,150; 18’ Steel Rack Kicker Wagon $2,275; Gehl 970 Su Wagon; 4x4 Kubota M8950, Full Cab, AC/Heat 85-90 HP, Dsl, Vermeer Trencher, Dsl, Low hrs, Front Blade $3,950; Lots More Tractors & Machinery In Stock

CHOPPER & HEADS

GEHL 800 CHOPPER W/HEAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$3,500 GEHL 860 CHOPPER W/HEADS, NEW KNIVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7,500 CONSIGN GEHL 865 CHOPPER W/HEADS . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,600 702562 GEHL 1075 CHOPPER W/HEADS - CP PROCESSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$14,500 700886 GEHL 1085 CHOPPER - KP W/2 ROW . . . . . . .$19,500 U02694 GEHL 1260 METAL TANDEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2,500 U03349 GEHL TR3038 2 ROW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2,950 U45050 NH 360N3 3 ROW CORN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2,900 700451 NH 790 CHOPPER W/824 CORN . . . . . . . . . . . .$12,500 U03135 NH 790 CHOPPER 1000 RPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2,900 703319 702678

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Combine Salvage

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ROLLER MILLS & GRINDERS

BADGER BN1254 ROLLERMILL BLOWER . . . . .$8,500 AUTOMATIC ATG1800B ROLLERMILL BLOWER, 540 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$14,500 ROTO GRIND GG7 GRINDER, LIKE NEW . . . .$12,500 AUTOMATIC ATG1820B ROLLERMILL BLOWER (RENTAL RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$18,900 LANCASTER 40 ROLLERMILL BLOWER, LIKE NEW (RENTAL RETURN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$28,900

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KUBOTA M125X 2009, 125hp, 1220 hrs., 3 remotes, cab, 4WD, heavy duty 3pt. hitch, loader, immaculate, $55,000. 860-836-1524

MACK ENTERPRISES

MARTIN’S WELDING: New Skid Loader Attachments, Buckets starting $650, Manure Forks starting $600, Pallet Forks starting $575, Bale Spears starting $450, Round Bale Grabbers starting $1,500, Adapter Plates starting $85. Shipping available. 315-531-8672

SMILEY’S FARM EQUIPMENT

KUHN 4000 disc mower with finger conditioning, $7,500 OBO; 800 8 row IH International corn planter, $2,000 OBO. 315-894-0447 LARGE SELECTION OF FARM TRACTORS available.

Call for great pricing. BUYING good tractors too! Located just below LJ HANDS Farm Center, 518-922-6301 LARGEST SELECTION of Used Combines on East Coast. 3.7% Fin. 1 year motor & transmission warranty. zeisloftequip.com 800-9193322

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TRANSPORT HAY ELEVATORS 1 1/2” square tubing, 14 gauge 24’ - 48’ Includes Motor & Wheels Other sizes available Call for prices.

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We Custom Build Wagon Gears - 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 Ton

MILO MFG. • PENN YAN, NY

315-536-8578

FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

• 1994 Mack 22 foot steel dump, Heavy Spec 350HP 8LL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30,000.00 • Volvo truck w\manure tank, 4250 Houle tank 350HP 8LL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000.00 • JD 4960 4 new tires, brackets for 14' Degelman Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $52,000.00 • JD 7410 remanned transmission. . . . . . . . . . . $42,000.00 • JD 4030 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $16,000.00 • Kuhn 24' rake GA 7922 1 yr old . . . . . . . . . . $20,000.00 • Chisel Plow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500.00 • Landoll 2200 disk ripper, many new parts, 5 shank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12,000.00 • Richardton 700 Dump Wagon w\lift extensions and scales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12,000.00 • JD 3970 Chopper w/kernel processor, grass head only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,000.00 • JD 780 Hydrapush Box Spreader . . . . . . . . . . . $8,000.00 • GA 6000 Double Rake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6,000.00 • 12 Ton Shelby Equipment Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . $2,800.00 • 14' Degelman Blade set up for 4960, has brackets for midmount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,000.00 • 956 Mower conditioner w/trailer. . . . . . . . . . . . $22,000.00 • 18' Sunflower V-tine plow\finisher. . . . . . . . . . . $2,500.00 1989 Mack dump 7sp 300 HP aluminum dump, hyd tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18,000.00 • Houle 42' trailer pump, 2 years old great shape, heavy duty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,000.00 • Houle Tank 4500 gallon low discharge . . . . . . $12,000.00 • 10 HP Variable Speed Lobe vacuum pump . . . $5,000.00 • 20 8' Cement H-Bunks, 7 8' Cement J-Bunks . $5,400.00 • 70 Calf Hutches Various brands various condition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50-$250 each • 20 Calf Tel Super hutches, various condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $250-$450 each • 14 Germania Model-E arm detachers . . . . . . . $2,800.00 • Keenan Mixer-FP70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,500.00 • Knight Reel Auggie-3050 Commercial . . . . . . . $8,000.00 CALL STEVE or WADE 603-399-9922 WESTMORELAND, NH

MASSEY FERGUSON 135 diesel, very good condition, $3,000. 315-865-8474 NEW HOLLAND 1037 automatic bale wagon/stacker. Call for details 518-284-2180 NEW HOLLAND 258 hyd. drive rake, w/dolly wheels; Sitrex 520H, 17’ hay tedder.

518-378-0759

HARVESTING’S HERE Corn Choppers, $850 Up; Corn Pickers, $1,200 Up; Flail Choppers $1,250 Up; Haybines, $1,200 Up; Discbines, $3,500 Up; Round Balers, $1,800 Up; Square Balers, $800 Up; Hay Rakes, $450 Up; Hay Wagons; Plows, Disks; Harrows; Cultivators; Cultipackers; Seeders; Fertilizer Spreaders; Scraper Blades; York Rakes; Post Pounders; Brush Hogs; Finish Mowers, Rollers; Pavers; Seal Outfits; Corn Binders; Silage Blowers; Ag Baggers; Running Gears; Manure Spreaders; Grinder Mixers; Hay Elevators.

Compact Tractors; 4x4, 20hp to 155hp Tractors; 2 & 4 Wheel Drive with & without Cabs & Loaders; Bulldozers; Backhoes, Dump Trucks; Trailers; Cars & Pickups; 3pt.

Snowblower - all 4-Sale.

Much More. 30 ACRES

Buying Equipment Dead Or Alive

518-634-2310 Tandem 24ft Flatbed, 2000 FL-80 SUPER! $24,500; BOBCAT M970 skid steer, HUGE, $7,000; IH 4186 4x4 3k hrs., $10,500; CASE wheel excavator 1085C, NICE, $16,500. 585-230-3038 or dvburly@aol.com TRUCKS: Several SA Chevrolet’s & Ford’s with Haines potato bodies. 585-762-9140 VAN HAVEN Holsteins 3 Row Gehl corn head $2,000. Gehl 1265 chopper for parts $1,200. 607-226-4835

Farm Machinery Wanted

NEW HOLLAND 27 Whirl feed blower, $1,000. Ford 7700 w/cab, 2400 hrs., $15,000.

607-965-8151

STEEL CORN CRIB WANTED. 607-647-9849

NEW IDEA 707 UNI, Perkins diesel w/868 chopper & 3R768 WN harvester head, good condition, $2,900. 518-7534724

WANTED TO BUY: Used farm & construction equipment, all makes and models, running or not, 1980’s & newer. Will 315777-2357

NH LM445A TELEHANDLER. 6000# cap, remotes, silage bucket, full cab, $29,500 OBO. 585-469-0438

WANTED: Front suitcase weights for John Deere 2840 tractor. 315-529-0922

RETIRED- SELLING: 16’ Balzar silage table, $6,500; 2003 Claas 3000 quad rake, $22,500; 20’ Harvestore Alliance unloader, $10,000; 1500 gal. Girton milk tank w/2 3hp compressors, $5,000.

315-408-2764 RISSLER round bale feeder, TMR feed carts, used 605 Vermeer baler. 413-357-6453, 413-207-2335 SAVE 40-60% of OEM on aftermarket combine & tractor parts. All sell with 1 year warranty. Zeisloft Farm Eq., Bloomsburg, PA 888-2389333

Feed, Seed, Grain & Corn 120 ACRES OF CORN for silage/grain. Combine available. $1,150/acre. Located near Homer,NY. 315-4962356 35½ ACRES of standing corn, excellent for picking or silage, in Bainbridge/ Masonville area. Taking offers on 607343-0183 50 TONS of corn silage from bunk at $45 a ton. High moisture corn at $200 a ton. Call Scott 518-231-3923

Feed, Seed, Grain & Corn

Custom Roasting and Cooling Your Soybeans,Corn, etc.

At Your Farm or Mill Serving All of NY State

WEILER’S GRAIN ROASTING

(315) 549-7081 FOR SALE: Standing corn.

Your choice of 75 acres out of 100. Southern Madison County 315-691-5863

Feed, Seed, Grain & Corn

SEEDING SMALL GRAINS this fall? Try our Airflow service. Its accurate, fast and cheaper than drilling it yourself. Custom Crop Care, Waterloo,NY 13165 585202-4583

WANTED: Damaged dry or high moisture corn, mycotoxin, slight mold or flooded corn, all accepted. Call 518-5730137

BUYING Mold & Heat Damaged Grains. Also high moisture corn. Auburn,NY. Call Ralph 315-729-0918

YOUR SOURCE FOR:

• Livestock Feeds • Ration Balancing • SeedWay Seeds • Crystalyx Products Buying Corn, Feed Wheat & Oats

(315)) 549-82266 Romulus, NY 14541

Feed, Seed, Grain & Corn

Feed, Seed, Grain & Corn

Grain Roasting On Your Far m

Soybeans • Corn Barley • Wheat

Waterville Grain Roasting Oneida Co., NY

315-534-8948

WHEAT (Soft Red) CERT. OTSEGO & FREEDOM 60 lb./Bag or Bulk BEST PRICE Cash, Vol. Bulk Disc

P&K Shuster Farms, LLC 1883 Rt. 89, Seneca Falls, NY Cell 315-521-7321 Home 315-568-9337

1-800-836-2888 classified@leepub.com Fencing ELECTRIC FENCE CONTROLLER REPAIRS. Factory authorized warranty center for Zereba, ParMak, many others.

No charge for estimates. Quick turn-around time. Send or bring to our shop, any make, any model. 518-284-2180

Fertilizer & Fertilizer Spreading

AG LIME HI-MAG

3 0 To n M i n i mu m Spreader & Spreading Available Large Quantity Discount ALSO BEDDING SAND & CHICKEN MANURE

Call T J Allen 315-845-6777 315-868-2438

LOCUST POSTS, POLES, Split Rails, 6x6’s, 4x4’s. Other hardwood & softwood boards and planks, custom cut. Also lots, land cleared, woodlots wanted. 518-883-8284

Call 800-836-2888 to place your classified ad.

Fencing

Fencing

E FARM FENCE & SUPPLY EMPIR “Miles of Quality Start Here”

• High Tensile • Split Rail • Misc. Types of Fence • Energizers • Fencing Supplies

4097 Rt. 34B, Union Springs, NY 13160 RUSTIN WILSON

(315) 364-5240

2033 Brothertown Road Deansboro, NY 13328 Phone: (315) 841-4910 Fax: (315) 841-4649 Hrs: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm; Sat. 8am-Noon

Grazing Supplies and Reels • Water Tubs & Valves • Gates • Fence Posts • Cattle Handling Equipment • Squeeze Chutes • Scales • Pasture Feeders • Split Rail • Slip Board • Woven Wire Field Fence

www.williamsfarmfence.com

Fertilizer & Fertilizer Spreading

Now carrying Agri-Dymanics Organic Products

Delivery Available

Mercy Hill Farm LLC 315-858-2941 • 315-868-5201 Cell For Rent or Lease

Generators

LOOKING TO rent or lease 100 acre farm to raise beef cattle, with housing, in Greene, Madison, or Chenango County. 845-877-1101

GENERATORS

For Sale

TINGLEY

• Hi-Top Work Rubbers #1300 - $17.00/pr • 10” Closure Boots #1400 - $22.00/pr • 17” Knee Boots #1500 - $26.00/pr

(888)) 223-8608

www.NaplesDistributors.com

ALL TYPES OF FENCES Quali Guara ty nteed

Fresh Produce, Nursery

Pumpkins, Gourds, Winter Squash, etc.

Pie, Jack-O-Lantern, White & Munchkin Pumpkins Acorn, Butternut, Spaghetti, Buttercup, Ambercup, Sweet Potato, Sweet Dumpling Squash

ANY SIZE LOTS AVAILABLE

Heavy Duty Galvanized Gates

Cyclops Energizers Made in USA

BOARD • VINYL • WOVEN WIRE • HI TENSILE Serving The Northeast

E&A Fence LLC 518-993-5177

771 St. Hwy 163, Fort Plain, NY

Fertilizer & Fertilizer Spreading

BULK LIME Hi-Mag Hi-Cal 5 or 8 Ton Spreader Supplied GYPSUM CHICKEN LITTER BEDDING SAND

Napless Distributors

Improve Your Farm Efficiency

• Sukup Grain Bins • Dryers • Grain Legs • Custom Mill Righting

888-339-2900 ext. 10 Fertilizer & Fertilizer Spreading

From Bushels to Tractor Trailer Loads

Hoeffner Farms Hornell,NY

607-769-3404 607-324-0749 eves

Clyde, NY

WE SPECIALIZE IN

SAND

for Horse Arenas or Cattle FOB McConnellsville, NY

Sizes S, M, L, XL, 2X, & 3X

POST T POUNDER R FOR R RENT

315-923-9118

Delivered by the Truckload Also BEDDING

Grain Handling Equip.

Bins & Dryers

A N MARTIN GRAIN SYSTEMS

HI-MAG LIME

williamsfence@gmail.com

Priefert Dog Kennels & Horse Stalls In Stock

Grain Handling Equip.

Bins & Dryers

GENERAC SERVICE CENTER

• Hopper Feed Bins • Transport Augers • Crane Service • Dryer Service

Dryer Bin - Brock 30x7 ring 10,000BU with floor and stirator and (2) 13 HP farm fans single phase.

$7,500 In Mt. Morris, NY

Call Chuck at 585-734-3264 Hay - Straw For Sale

STANTON BROTHERS 10 Ton Minimum Limited Availability

Hay - Straw For Sale 800 EXCELLENT quality large tight 4x5 round bales, cut before June 16th, some undercover; Also, 60 round bales cut after June 16th. 518966-4754

518-768-2344

PTO Units in Stock 25 & 40 KW. Portable & Standby •Shipping Available•

1st CUTTING GRASS HAY, 2nd cutting grass hay; also mulch hay. 845-255-0223

GREENVILLE SAW SERVICE, INC. 518-966-4346 FAX 518-966-4647

2011 BALEAGE CHEAP 250 Bales; Dry Hay, 50 round bales. Also 400 bales 2012 baleage. Albany,NY area.

James Frueh, 518-436-1050

ALFALFA GRASS MIX 4x5 Round Bales. Dutchess County, NY, 845-797-3902

Grain Handling Equip.

Bins & Dryers

Hay - Straw For Sale

Hay - Straw For Sale

MC-675 Grain Corn Batch Dryer, single phase, already on wheels & ready to move, good condition, under roof, never outside, $5,500/OBO. Must sell, need the money 607-382-7722 NEW AND USED Grain Dryers: GT, MC, GSI. Call anytime toll free 1-877-422-0927

Grain Handling Equip.

Bins & Dryers

HAY*HAY*HAY

100% Alfalfa or Grass Mix 100-240RFV Western • Organic • Conventional • Haylage Wraps BEST QUALITY / PRICES / SERVICE

We’re #1 - Financing Available WE DELIVER! Certified Organic Growers Association $50 CASH for REFERRALS

CALL RICK (815) 979-7070

Grain Handling Equip.

Bins & Dryers

Hay - Straw For Sale APPROX. 120 Round Bales, Never Rained On, $75.00 per bale. Quality First Cutting Horse Hay, Timothy & Grass, dry, stored in barn, Pick Up Price $5.75 per bale, Millbrook,NY. Call 845-373-9569 leave message and call will be promptly returned.

Fruit Processing Equipment

FIRST SECOND and third cut baleage, 4x4 individually wrapped bales, 4x4 dry round bales. 315-825-1266

FOR SALE: Heavy Duty Apple Hand Parer/Slicer Combination. 15 to 20 apples per minute with 2 operators. $995.

518-284-2256

FOR SALE: Horse quality first & second cut grassy hay, big & small square bales. Delivered.-315-264-3900

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Sell Your Items Through Reader Ads P.O. Box 121, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428

1-800-836-2888 classified@leepub.com Hay - Straw For Sale

Hay - Straw Wanted

FOR SALE: Wheat Straw, big square bales; also Soybean Straw. Carl Nolt 315-374-5549

Giorgi Mushroom Company, located in Berks County now buying the following materials:

GOOD QUALITY HAY & STRAW. Large Square Bales.

Will load or ship direct. 802849-6266 HAY LARGE Square bales.

1st and 2nd cut. Call Scott 518-231-3923 HAY SAVER Plus Hay Preservative, 68% Propionic Acid.

87¢ per pound. Product available in Waterloo, NY. Delivery Available. Conoy Ag, Elizabethtown, PA 717-367-5078

H AY Farmer to Farmer Wet and Dry Round & Square Bales

1st, 2nd & 3rd Cut Hay Also Square Bales of

STRAW CALL STEVE

519-482-5365 LARGE SQUARE BALES, processed first & second cut.

Call 802-864-5382 or 802578-7352 MULCH HAY, $1.00 per bale; Straw, $3.00 per bale. 518864-5741

ONTARIO DAIRY HAY & STRAW

Quality Alfalfa Grass Mix Lg. Sq. - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Cut

ALSO CERTIFIED ORGANIC Low Potassium for Dry Cows

Call for Competitive Prices

HAY CORN STOVER STRAW All bale sizes and types, including ROUND BALES, accepted.

Spot Buys or Long Term Contracts Small or Large Quantities Quick Payment

2012 Contracts Now Available Contacts: Allen Hollenbach 610-929-5753 ahollenbach@giorgimush.com Kevin Eickhoff 610-926-8811 ext. 5216 keickhoff@giorgimush.com Michele Fisher 610-926-8811 ext. 5189 mfisher@giorgimush.com

WANTED

HAY & STRAW

Trailer Load Lots Janowski Bros.

315-829-3794 315-829-3771 WANTED: 1st & 2nd cut big & small squares. 315-363-9105

Heating CENTRAL BOILER EClassic OUTDOOR FURNACES. Cleaner and Greener. 97% Efficient. EPA Qualified. Call North Creek Heat 315-8663698

Help Wanted

WANTED: Ag Service Tech

Cazenovia Equipment Company, a premier John Deere Dealer is looking for experienced service technicians to join our team in any of our eleven locations in New York.

The right candidate has strong mechanical skills, understands the performance of farm equipment and implements applications.

The job requires computer knowledge and good communication skills. John Deere equipment repair knowledge and experience is a plus.

Technicians have access to state-of-the-art computer diagnostic information, John Deere education programs, as well as performance incentive programs.

Help Wanted

Hogs

SELF MOTIVATED Mechanic Field Man for Finger Lakes Dairy. CDL preferred, experienced in farm machinery, references needed. Pay and benefits dependent on experience and abilities. Leave name, phone number and brief message at 315-2523039

Berkshire feeder pigs, breeding stock, and butcher pigs available on a regular basis. www.Teaselmeadowfarms.com 315-383-0432

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

Horses HORSE BOARDING: Herd turn out. $150/mo. includes hay, grain and large pasture.

Call for more details. 518-6732805 or 518-857-1561.

QUALITY FEEDER PIGS, $60.00. Stoltzfus Family Farm, 707 Thompson Rd., Little Falls, NY 13365

EXPERIENCEDD REPAIRR TECHNICIANN wanted to fill immediate opening at our St. Johnsville or Richfield Springs locations.

Full time position with excellent pay and benefits.

Please send resume to: sspringersinc@roadrunner.com Or apply within at either: Springer’s Inc, 55 West Main St. Richfield Springs or 7403 State Hwy 5, St. Johnsville

TEAM OF HEAVY BLACK Percheron 7 & 8 year old geldings, 17-2 hands, farm broke, traffic safe. Also, 11 year old chestnut Belgian gelding, anyone can drive. Erin C. Lundy 315-493-1051

Help Wanted

Cazenovia Equipment offers competitive compensation package, 401K retirement program, employee discount, personal leave days many group employee benefits.

Apply now...

Fax Resume to (315) 655-8433 Email Resume: jobs@cazequip.com

www.cazenoviaequipment.com

FARM MANAGER

NEEB AGRI-PRODUCTS

519-529-1141

SEEKING EXPERIENCED FARMER TO MANAGE 50 COW HERD IN CT.

Premium Western Alfalfa

Hay and equipment maintenance essential. Full compliment of benefits.

Creamhillfarms@gmail.com

Bright Clean WHEAT STRAW

or

917-544-0463

All Hay Tested

Reasonable Prices - Delivered

FULL TIME DAIRY employee, good milker, basic mechanical abilities, housing, references.

607-538-1009 607-267-3708

Large Square Bales Semi Load or Half Load

800-747-3811 845-901-1892

Herdsman Wanted for 80 cow tie stall family owned dairy. Must be experienced milker and knowledgeable in calf care.

References required. Salary negotiable.

Call 518-398-7640 leave name and number.

adenbrook.com

Hay - Straw Wanted

ALWAYS WANTED TIMOTHY MIXED HAY ALFALFA MIXED HAY 1st, 2nd & 3rd Cuttings Also Small Square Mulch

OLSENWIK HOOF TRIMMING

Call 4M FARMS 315-684-7570 • 315-559-3378

HAY & STRAW

For Sale All Types Delivered Cell 717-222-2304 Growers, Buyers & Sellers

Is Looking for an Apprentice CENTRAL BOILER E-Classic OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACES. Cleaner and Greener. 97% Efficient. EPA Qualified. Call today Halloran Farm 845-482-5208.

Must be motivated with good cow handling skills.

Covering Cortland, Cayuga, Broome & Onondaga Counties. Please call

315-396-7255

WANT TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD? CALL: 800-836-2888

1-800-836-2888 classified@leepub.com Horses

Horses

18th Annual All Breeds Fall Consignment Horse Sale & Tack Auction

OCTOBER 6TH, 2012

Tack Sale 9:00AM - Horses 1:00PM Sharp CATALOG DEADLINE: SEPT. 22ND All Horses Must Have A Negative Coggins Within One Year Of Sale Entry Fee $40 for all horses Commission 10% ~ No sale is $25 Contact: Loomis Quarter Horses Waddington, NY 13694

315-388-7736 www.loomisquarterhorses.com Lumber & Wood Products BAILLIE LUMBER CO. buys all species of hardwood veneer logs, sawlogs and standing timber year round.

IMMEDIATE LOCAL PAYMENT AND TRUCKING AVAILABLE. Please call for an updated price and spec sheet today! Smyrna Sawmill 607-627-6547. Mark Mowrey 315-796-6644; Phil Day 315436-2766; Jonathan DeSantis 315-882-8174; Sean Karn 315-436-3588. Boonville Sawmill 315-942-5284. Dave Prezyna 315-436-5329; Paul Snider 315-827-4062 (home) or 315-436-0949 (cell); Tom King 315-436-0936; Lukas Myers 315-263-6909.

LOCUST 4x4’s, fence posts, split rails, lumber. Natural, chemical free non poisonous alternative to pressure treated that has strength and lasts a lifetime. 518-883-8284

Maintenance & Repair

Parts JOHN DEERE Model 40 kicker valve assembly, $400 OBO, $1,100 new. 518-587-0248

NEW, USED & RECONDITIONED PARTS FOR CONSTRUCTION & AGRICULTURE Case-JD-IHC Crawlers Case-JD-Ford-IHC TLB’s Case-JD-Wheel Loaders Skid Loader Parts SPECIAL: MultiKey Construction Sets $45

GOODRICH TRACTOR PARTS

Rt. 38 & 38B, Newark Valley, NY

607-642-3293

Maintenance & Repair

KICKER RACKS 8’x16’ Up To 9’x18’

We Rebuild Forage Boxes FEEDER RACKS FLAT RACKS

16’ & 20’

Pickup & Delivery Available

Witchley MFG. 6591 Greenway New London Rd., Verona, NY 13478

Ph. (315) 336-8268 1/2 mile past Warner Sales & Service

Miscellaneous YARD SIGNS: 16x24 full color with stakes, double sided.

Stakes included. Only $15.00 each. Call your sales representative or Beth at Lee Publications 518-673-0101 or bsnyder@leepub.com. Please allow 7 to 10 business days when ordering.

Parts & Repair

Poultry & Rabbits

IH TRACTOR SALVAGE PARTS

17 WEEK OLD BROWN EGG LAYERS COMING OCT. 2ND

BATES CORPORATION

Up to 50 Birds $8.00 each Order More - Pay Less Pigs & Piglets Also

12351 Elm Rd BOURBON, IN 46504

New, Used & Rebuilt We Ship Anywhere CHECK OUT OUR MONTHLY WEB SPECIALS!

Call 518-295-7662 From 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM Pick Up Schoharie

Call the IH Parts Specialists:

Our Web Address: www.batescorp.com

1-800-248-2955 STARTERS, ALTERNATORS, and GENERATORS for all domestic and import engines.

Also HIGH TORQUE DIESEL STARTERS. Prompt Service 315-826-7892 Gary Sneath

Real Estate For Sale DELANSON, NY: 258 Acres, half wooded, balance pasture and meadows. Long road frontage. Year round stocked stream. Picturesque and private country setting. Super buy at $275,000. Call BrokerAlton Makely 518-234-4371.

HOOSICK FALLS,NY: 253 acre farm, currently horse/ beef farm. Has farmhouse, hay barn, sheds, pastures, hay fields, mobile home rental, organic potential, just outside village. 603-847-9026

Real Estate For Sale ORGANIC DAIRY FARM/ CREAMERY, 318 acres. 8 miles from Cooperstown,NY. Two 3 bedroom homes, 100 cow freestall, Double 6 milking parlor. Many outbuilding for young stock, hay & equipment. New cheese room, aging facility & solar electric system. 200 acres fenced for grazing. $998,500. 607-2869362

Real Estate For Sale

Real Estate For Sale

OPERATING DAIRY FARM

ZERO

Franklin County, NY with 4 bedroom 1 bath home, 90 stall dairy barn w/pipeline & gutter cleaner on 26 acres with more land available.

BULK TANK REPAIR PARTS

Asking $90,000.

518-578-9946 6

For All Makes & Models

MARSHALL ELECTRIC Venice Center, NY

315-364-8452 Parts & Repair

Parts & Repair

COMBINE PARTS

New, Used & Rebuilt Combine, Corn Head & Grain Head Parts!

BRYANT COMBINE PARTS U.S. 27, Bryant, IN 47326 • 800-255-1071 www.bryantcombineparts.com

ORDER NEW AFTERMARKET COMBINE & TRACTOR PARTS ONLINE 24/7

WE SHIP UPS & TRUCK FREIGHT DAILY

Real Estate For Sale

DEMEREE REALTY

1-800-836-2888

To place a Classified Ad

Real Estate For Sale

Van Billings Real Estate, LLC Van Billings, Broker/Owner

14 S. Main St., Dolgeville, NY 13329

315-429-0300

www.vanbillingsrealestate.com Fairfield - 200+ Acres - $589,000 Amazing Victorian Farm - Restored 3000 sq. ft., 4 BR, 3.5 bath home on 200 mostly tillable acres.

Huge Barn, Large Equipment Building. Home features oak & pine floors, high ceilings, large gracious rooms, impeccably maintained. Fields are worked by local farmers, views are wonderful. Additional 478 Acres available.

Little Falls, NY 13365 Phone (315) 823-0288

www.demereerealty.com • demeree@ntcnet.com #720 - VERY NICE 250 ACRE DAIRY FARM - 4 miles south of Sangerfield borders Rte 12.

170 acres tillable, 50 pasture, 90 woods - 60 tie stall 2 story cow barn with wide fronts, large milk house 2 bulk tanks - 72 stall 2 story heifer/dry cow barn with wide fronts, two barns hooked together, concrete barn yard - 3 concrete silos with black top for unloading wagons.

Big 20 room house built by a doctor 150 years ago - new wood/oil furnace - great water supply. Some of the best soils in NEW YORK STATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ASKING $698,000 REDUCED TO $650,000 BIG HOUSE HAS BEEN PAINTED, NEW ROOF, COMPLETELY REMODELED. #266 - Nice hobby farm w/35 acres - 10 tillable, 22 pasture & 2 woods - good 6 rm., 3 bdrm. home w/new roof & vinyl siding has oil hot air heat & full cellar - also 64x36 ft. 2 story barn w/high ceilings, new electric service & good upstairs storage area - year around creek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$160,000 REDUCED TO $140,000 #267 - Hobby/horse farm w/49 acres - 27 tillable, 12 pasture & 8 woods - 10 rm. 2 story home in good cond’t w/deck, above ground pool, vinyl siding, steel roof, circular driveway & full basement - 84x40’ 2 story barn w/cleaner, 34x18’ horse barn w/4 stalls - 24x74’ garage w/shop, 26x75’ hay storage shed & 14x30’ steel silo - 2 wells & half acre pond w/fish . . . . .$210,000 #66 - VERY NICE - 5 acre building lot on quiet paved country road, not far out of Utica, 440’ of road frontage, open lot with trees on outside borders. PRICED RIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$28,000 C-84 - Turnkey Purchase Feed Operation located on 14 acres in southeast Montgomery County. 40x150 two-stall dairy barn w/60 lg. tie stalls, lg. enclosed spreader room; 36x52 addition w/tie-rails for heifers, calf pens, 21x30 milk house, 2” pipeline, 30x36 mixer room with stationary mixer and elevators; 42x86 Morton Bldg. with horse stalls and heated shop; 36x50 steel machine shed; 27x47 two-stall garage; two-story home, 5BR, 1 1/2 baths, 14x70 mobile home on-site, 3BR, 2 baths. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Asking $250,000 C-86 - 179A Hobby Farm, 64A tillable, 100A well-established, marketable woods, 35x70 twostory Dutch Barn, 18x50 concrete silo; 24x70 open pole barn for storage, 20x24 garage. Very nice colonial two-family home, 3600 sq. ft. living area, completely remodeled, 12 rooms, two kitchens, four full baths, 7BR, 13x24 attached greenhouse, attached two-story garage, two creeks running through woods, private, rural location, on a gravel dead end road, close to the village of Fort Plain; great views overlooking the Mohawk River; great hunting and recreational property. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Asking $360,000

Exeter - 153 Acres - $299,900 Dairy Farm in need of New Owner. 153+ acres of tillable and pasture with small trout stream. 130 stanchion barn, with most milking equipment. 36x72 Machine pole barn.

Older home needs additional work. Fences good. Barn holds 20,000 bales. Additional acres available.

Adjacent acreage: 114 Ac, $228,000 & 184 Ac, $368,000

Oppenheim - 37.1 Acres - $110,000 Beautiful old multi-level barn would make an excellent home. A drilled well, 2 septics and electricity already on the property. 37.1 acres of nice farmland, great hayfields, beautiful and magnificent distant views all makes a perfect spot for a retreat.

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Tractors 2006 Kubota 360hrs, EC, Model L3430, 33.6HP, Quick attach loader/bucket, 78” Horst snowplow, 8 speed gear shift. Greenville,NY 518-966-4932 $17,500.

CASE IH 885 full cab with heat/AC, new crank and bearings, new clutch, weights, tight clean tractor $12,500 or possible partial trade of IH tractor that needs work. 607-865-9169 or 607865-4119

’07 CHEVROLET 2500, 4x4, gas, AT, new Cannonball hay bed, $18,500; 2000 Ford F3509, extra cab, 4x4, 7.3 diesel, 6spd., new Cannonball hay bed, $18,500; 2006 Ford F350, extra cab, 4x4, 6spd., diesel 6.0, new Cannonball hay dump bed, $22,500; 2006 Ford F250, extra cab, AT, 4x4, new Butler hay bed, $18,500; 2001 Dodge 2500, extra cab, diesel, AT, new Butler hay bed, $15,500; 2001 Ford F250, 4x4, gas, AT, new Cannonball spike bed, $9,500.

Bonny View Farms, Raphine, Virginia 540-460-3535 1987 LN8000 10 wheel dump truck, 17’ body, $7,900; 2005 Ford F450 cab & chassis, dual wheels, diesel, one owner, $8,100. 978-544-6105 1991 FORD L9000 dump truck, Cat 315 motor and 8LL transmission, 16ft box, call for more info. $12,500 or bo. Call 585-721-1680

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1998 Western Star 4964SX 510K miles, 18K front, 46K rear, 20K lift, front floats, wetline, 475CAT 13 spd. double frame, full locking rears, spring ride with 1984 Polar 9000 gal. aluminum trailer with stinger boom, new 22.5 tires unloads in 4-1/2 minutes. $78,000 will separate.

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1994 Ford L-9000 350 Cat, 8LL Transmission, 18,000 Front, 20,000 Lift Axle, 46,000 Rears, 18’ Steel Dump Body With Tarp, 3 Stone Chutes, Work Ready Priced To Sell Or Trade

2004 Higley 18’ Silage Body 96” Wide, 6’ Sides, Complete With Hoist, Pump and Hinge, No Rust Priced To Sell Or Trade

2000 International 8100 300 Cummins, 9 Speed Transmission, 54,000 GVW, Southern Truck Priced To Sell Or Trade

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2004 Mack CX613 Vision Daycab 460hp, 18 Speed, 392,000 miles, 14k front axle, 44k rears, 216” wheelbase, Double frame, good rubber $32,900

2009 Hyundai HL740-7A Wheel Loader, ONLY 730 HOURS!!! Cab with heat and AC, 2.70 CY GP bucket with new cutting edge, 20.5x25 radials, this loader is like new! $89,900

2002 Deere 644h Wheel Loader Engine Just Rebuilt - 1 year Warranty, 8,300 hrs, Cab with Heat and A/C $54,900

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2007 Mack Vision CX613 E7 Mack Engine 460hp, 480,000 mi, 18 Spd, Engine Brake, Air Ride Susp, All Aluminum Wheels, Tandem Axle, 14,600 Lb. Front Axle Weight, 46,000 Lb. Rear Axle Weight, Drive Side: Left Hand Drive, 46,000 Lbs. FULL LOCKING REARS!!! Clean $44,900

1999 Kenworth W900 Daycab, Cummins 525hp, 18 speed, 414k miles, double frame, wetline, 14k front axle, 46k full locking rears, Hendrickson suspension, rubber 75% $29,000

2007 Case 621D Loader, 3100 hours, 2 3/4 CY GP bucket with JRB coupler, cab with heat, good rubber $78,500

Please check our Web site @ www.caledoniadiesel.com 1986 Mack Superliner RW713 350 12 speed, 16/44k axles, 24.5 wheels, Fresh Paint. $10,500

1988 Peterbilt 379 Rolloff, 350 Big Cam Cummins, 13 Spd, Air Ride, Aluminum Wheels. $14,500

1988 Peterbuilt 379 3406B 425 Cat, 15 speed, 24.5 wheels, wet kit, will separate, sleeper. $9,750

1994 Western Star 14/40k axles, 3406B, Wet Kit, Cat, 9 speed, 24.5 tires, low miles $16,500

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‘95 Mack CL700 3406B Cat, 18 speed, 46k, full locking rears. $17,500

2000 Mack RD 688S Heavy Spec 1995 Mack RD 688S Heavy Spec Fermec TLK860 Backhoe $12,500

CALL FOR PRICING 1990 9400 gal Fruehauf, 1984 9200 gal Fruehauf, 1980 9200 gal Freuhauf, 1989 9200 gal Heil

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Calendar of Events EAST NOTE: Calendar entries must arrive at the Country Folks office by the Tuesday prior to our publication date for them to be included in the calendar of events. Email: jkarkwren@leepub.com

2008 Mac 34’ Aluminum Dump Trailer Good condition, 66” sides x 96 wide, air ride, aluminum wheels $31,900

HOPPER BOTTOM TRAILERS Many units in stock 1998 TO 2008, All with Shur-Lok tarp systems PRICES STARTING AT $19,500

APR 18 - NOV 14 Groundswell’s Sustainable Farming Certificate Program Now Accepting Applications For aspiring and beginning farmers and market gardeners, providing 124 hours of classroom training, hands on workshops, farm visits and supervised work experience on sustainable farms.

Tuition is on a sliding scale and ranges from $125 to $800, with substantial support offered to people of

2000 Kenworth W900 N14 Cummins Engine 460hp, 427,000 mi, 8LL, Engine Brake, Chalmers Susp, 20 ft 6 in Length, Aluminum Wheels, Five Axle, 20,000 Lb. Front Axle Weight, 46,000 Lb. Rear Axle Weight, Alum Composition, Dive Side: Left Hand Drive, Excellent CALL

(Qty. 3) Osh Kosh 6x6 Cab and Chassis, Average 65K Miles, Cummins ISM 330HP, 10 Spd, 18’ 8” of Frame, 132” C-T, 20K Front Axle, 46K Full Locking Rears $39,000 Each

color, new immigrant & limited resource trainees. Applications are now online. On Internet at www. groundswellcenter.org SEP 4 - NOV 6 Become a Master Gardener The First Presbyterian Church in Cooperstown.

Open to everyone with an interest in gardening and a willingness to use their knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to make a positive impact on their community. Cost of the program

training is $150. Call 518234-4303, 518-296-8310 or e-mail schoharie@cornell.edu SEP 6 Building a Sustainable Food System with Local Grain Processing Wild Hive Farm, Salt Point Turnpike, Clinton Corners, NY. 1-3:30 pm. Free for NOFA-NY members, $15 for non-members. Please register.

Contact Stephanie Backer-Bertsch, 585-2711979 ext. 509. On Internet at www.tinyurl.com/nofanyeve nts SEPT 6, OCT 4, NOV 1 & DEC 6 Maple Training Webinars 7-8 pm. Webinar connection details are available at http://maple.dnr.cornell.ed u/webinar.html. A high speed internet connection is necessary to participate.

Access is free of charge. No preregistration is required.

Contact Stephen Childs, email slc18@cornell.edu.

SEP 7 Hudson Mohawk Resource Conservation & Development Council Grazing Seminars Ovinshire Farm, 511 Frog City Rd., Fort Plain, NY. 10 am - 3 pm. Contact Susan Lewis, 518-765-7923 or susan.lewis@ny.nacdnet.net Produce Farm and Greenhouse Tour Barber’s Farm, 3621 St. Rt. 30, Middleburgh, NY. 10 am - 2 pm. The public is invited at a cost of $10/person. Preregistration is required by Wed., Sept. 5, 2012. Participants are asked to bring a bagged lunch. Contact CCE, 607-547-2536 or e-mail Otsego@cornell.edu.

SEP 8 Eat, Stink & Be Merry!

Canal Place, along the Erie Canal, Little Falls, NY. Join us for a day of stinkin’ good fun! Enjoy the best of the best local garlic & herb growers, fine artisans and a marvelous selection of garlic cuisine. Experience the Garlic Queen pageant and a guided tour of Moss Island. Live music all day! Plenty of free parking w/shuttles, $3 suggested donation, family groups $10, children under 12 free. On Internet at www.mvghf.com Pennsylvania Cattlemen’s Field Day Stone Ridge Manor, 654 Cold Spring Rd., Gettysburg PA. Hosted by Dan & Seth Snyder. Contact Ann Nogan, 570-254-6856 or e-mail Pacattlemen@aol.com.

SEP 8-9 Southern Tier Sheep & Wool Growers Otsego County Fair Grounds, Morris, NY. 8:30 am to 4 pm. Sept. 8 and 9:30 am to 4 pm. Sept. 9. Contact Sue Smith, 607-293-8810.

SEP 10 Goat Dairy from Square One NOFA-NY On Farm Field Day Acorn Hill Farm, Walker Valley, NY. 10 am - 4 pm. $15 for NOFA-NY members, $30 for non-members. Tour the farm to see the care, terrain, housing and milking infrastructure their small herd of goats requires. Lunch will be provided and preregistration is highly encouraged. Call 585-271-1979 or e-mail info@nofany.org.

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Calendar of Events SEP 12-13 Central New York Farm Progress Show Len-Lo Farm, Robinson Rd., Mohawk, NY. 9 am - 4 pm.

Call 315-724-1504 or e-mail info@cynfarmprogressshow.net SEP 13 2012 New York Pollinator Short Course USDA NRCS Big Flats Plant Materials Center, 3266 State Rt 352, Corning, NY. Register at website below; $12 lunch/refreshments fee. 4.0 CCA credits pending approval.

• Sign in 9:30-9:40 AM • Speakers 9:45 AM - noon • Lunch noon - 12:45 PM • Tour 12:45 - 2:45 PM • Speakers 2:45-3:30 PM Contact Paul Salon, 607 562 8404 or e-mail paul.salon@ny.usda.gov. On Internet at www. xerces.org/events SEP 14-30 The Big E West Springfield, MA. Call 800-745-3000. On Internet at TheBigE.com

SEP 15 Wildlife & Bird Conservation Workshop Margaretville Fire Department, 77 Church St., Margaretville, NY. Sign-in begins at 8:30 am. This workshop is free, but registration is required Registration deadline is Tues., Sept. 12. Contact Graham Cox at glcox@audubon.org or 518869-9731, or the Catskill Forest Association at e-mail cfa@catskill.net or call 845586-3054.

SEP 15-16 Fiber Arts in New York’s Finger Lakes Region Hemlock Fairgrounds, 25 miles south of Rochester, Route 15A, Livingston County. 10 am - 5 pm on Sept. 16 & 10 am - 4 pm on Sept. 16. $5 per day, children 12 & under are admitted free.

Parking is also free, however, NO PETS are permitted anywhere on the fairgrounds, including the parking lot.

Call 607-522-4374 or 585721-1292. On Internet at www.GVHG.org/fest.html SEP 15-20 The 49th All American Dairy Show Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center, Harrisburg, PA. Featuring 23 shows in six days, including four full days dedicated to youth shows and more than

2,400 animals shown by nearly 1,000 exhibitors from across the nation.. Call 717787-2905. On Internet at www.allamerican.state.pa.us SEP 17 & 19 Defensive Driving Courses Arkell Center, Canajoharie, NY. 5:30-8:30 pm. $20/person. All classes will be held in the Community Room of Arkell Center. Upon completion, individuals qualify for a NY ate point & insurance reduction certificate which will be mailed to them. Payment required in the form of a check or money order made payable to The Shults Agency or cash - paid on the day of the first class. Bring your drivers license. Contact Joam Cimino, 518-6734408, leave your name and phone number.

SEP 18 NYS Dry Bean Field Meeting Bob and Dan Duyssen’s Farm, 6620 Westacott Rd, Stafford, NY. DEC and CCA credits will be available.

Supper will follow for those who pre-register by calling Carol MacNeil at 585-3138796. Please pre-register for supper by Sept. 12. The meeting cost is $5 for those currently enrolled in the Cornell Vegetable Program and $10 for all others. On Internet at cvp.cce.cornell.edu /event.php?id=38

SEP 19 Management Intensive Grazing Short Course The workshop will include classroom time and field observations in Herondale’s pastures. The fee for attending is $65 and lunch is provided.

Call 518-329-3769 or e-mail info@herondalefarm.com to sign up.

Pond Management Workshop Cornell Cooperative Extension, Broome County, Binghamton, NY. 7 pm. Contact Carol, 607-584-9966 or email clf62@cornell.edu.

SEP 19 & 21 Pesticide Applicator Training • Sep 19 - CaroVail Facility, Salem. NY • Sep 21 - Peacock Hill Farm, farmington, NY. Classes can hold up to 30 people. $220/person with lunch provided on location. To register visit asmark.org/TrainingCourses. Once directed to the website page, click on Professional Applicator Training (1 day) then simply click on the date and location you wish to attend.

SEP 20 Oswego County Conservation Field Day Selkirk Shores State Park, Richland, NY. CFD is a highly acclaimed outdoor environmental education pro-

gram for Oswego County’s fifth grade students.. Contact Oswego County Soil & Water Conservation District, 315-592-9663.

SEP 22 Cornell Woodland Owner Workshop Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Rt. 44, Millbrook, NY. 8:30 am. Contact Gary Goff, 607-255-2824 or email grg3@cornell.edu.

Landowner Workshop & Woods Walk NYSDEC Lowville Office, 7327 Rt 812, Lowville, NY. Contact Graham Cox, 518-729-6869 glcox@audubon.org Tour De Farms Critz Farms in Cazenovia, NY. The bike tour will include three loops, approximately 10, 20, 40 miles, all starting and ending at Critz Farms. Riders will be invited to visit a few farms along the way, followed by a Tour De Fork lunch back at Critz Farms, featuring Empire Buffalo and other Madison County products and farmer’s market. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door on Sept. 22. There is an early registration discount available through Sept. 14 and different ticket prices for kids and adults.

Contact Beth McKellips, 315-684-3001 ext. 126 or email bam233@cornell.edu.

SEP 29-30 National Farmedic Training Program This course is for all called to

a Farm Emergency. EMT’s, Firefighters, Law Enforcement. Cost is $90 per person. Max of 4 people per organization. Pre-Paid Registration is required by Sept 25. Call 315-736-3394 ext 104.

NYS Jack Frost Classic Boer NYS fairgrounds, Syracuse, NY. Contact Kay Kotwica, 315-889-5333 or e-mail kotland@dreamscape.com.

On Internet at www. esmgpa.org SEP 30 Bowhunter Education Course Bailey Mt. Fish & Game Club, Inc., 531 Synders Lake Rd., Wynantskill, NY. 7:30 am - 4:30 pm. Pre-registrtion is required. Every Wed. from 7-8:30 pm starting on Sept.

4 until class is full. Class size is limited and based on first come first serve. Call 518-286-9620.

OCT 2 Building a Strong Management Team Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI (Mendota 2 meeting room). 1 pm. Dr. Bernard Erven will outline the three critical steps in forming an effective management team. Continuing Education Credits: ARPAS (1), RACE (1). On Internet at www.worlddairyexpo.com

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15 1 Week $9.55 per zone / 2+ Weeks $8.55 per zone per week

17 1 Week $10.15 per zone / 2+ Weeks $9.15 per zone per week

18 1 Week $10.45 per zone / 2+ Weeks $9.45 per zone per week

19 1 Week $10.75 per zone / 2+ Weeks $9.75 per zone per week

16 1 Week $9.85 per zone / 2+ Weeks $8.85 per zone per week

20 1 Week $11.05 per zone / 2+ Weeks $10.05 per zone per week

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1 Week $11.65 per zone / 2+ Weeks $10.65 per zone per week

1 Week $11.95 per zone / 2+ Weeks $10.95 per zone per week

1 Week $12.25 per zone / 2+ Weeks $11.25 per zone per week

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1 Week $12.55 per zone / 2+ Weeks $11.55 per zone per week

1 Week $12.85 per zone / 2+ Weeks $11.85 per zone per week

1 Week $13.15 per zone / 2+ Weeks $12.15 per zone per week

1 Week $13.45 per zone / 2+ Weeks $12.45 per zone per week

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ROY TEITSWORTH INC. SUCCESSFUL AUCTIONS FOR 42 YEARS

PH (585) 243-1563 FAX (585) 243-3311 6502 Barber Hill Road, Geneseo, New York 14454 WWW.TEITSWORTH.COM

Lansing Municipal/Contractor Equipment Auction September 8th, 2012 @ 9 A.M. Town of Lansing Highway Department Rts. 34 & 34B, Lansing, NY (Ithaca, NY) Notice: Selling for local municipalities and contractors a variety of equipment. This is a partial listing, equipment is being added daily so check our website for updates at www.teitsworth.com.

Single and Tandem Axle Trucks: 2001 Volvo T/A dump, Cummins, 18 spd., dump not operational 1999 Volvo T/A dump, Cummins, Fuller 8LL, 116K 1998 Volvo T/A dump, Cummins, Fuller 18 spd., sells with plow & wing 1998 Mack RD688 T/A dump, Mack E7, Fuller 8LL, no plow equipment, 142K 2000 GMC 7500 dump, Cat 3126, Allison auto., 80K 1998 IH 2574 S/A w/All Season body, diesel, Fuller, front plow, 40K 1999 GMC Savannah cube van, diesel, automatic, liftgate, A/C Equipment: 1997 Badger 460 excavator, diesel up/diesel down, ditching & excavating buckets 1965 Cat 922B wheel loader, runs and operates Bobcat T300 track skid steer w/enclosed cab Bobcat 7753 skid steer loader w/enclosed cab 2007 Bobcat Tool Cat, bucket, snow blower & spreader 1997 King forklift, gas engine, 1100 hours Onan diesel generator, 135 hrs.

1972 Sicard 3200 snow blower loader mount, Cummins One Tons, Pickups, Cars & Vans: 2001 Dodge 3500 flatbed, Cummins, equipped with tool boxes 2008 Ford F250 Super Duty 4WD pickup w/plow, AC, PL, PW, 45K 2005 Chev. 2500HD LS 4WD pickup, AC, PL, PW, CD, cruise, bed liner, tow package, Western plow, 63K 2004 Ford F250 4WD pickup w/plow, Cummins diesel 2004 Ford F250SD XLT 4WD ext. cab pickup, Fisher plow, gas 2003 Dodge 1500 4WD pickup 1999 Chev. 4WD suburban, PL, PW, AC, Cruise, trailer package 2007 Ford Crown Vic 2005 Ford Crown Vic 2001 Ford Crown Vic 2001 Dodge Charger, engine problem (2) 2000 Ford Taurus Wagons 1999 Chev. Cavalier 2005 Chev. Astro van Tractors, Landscape & Trailers: JD 4120 4WD compact tractor w/loader, 580 hrs.

Challenger MT295 4WD compact tractor w/loader, 85 hrs.

Artic Cat Prowler XT600 UTV John Deere 955 tractor w/72"deck, 654 hrs.

Royer topsoil shredder, PTO driven 2012 PJ 20' tilt top trailer 2012 PJ 12' aluminum landscape trailer 2012 PJ 12' landscape trailer 2011 PJ 8 1/2x24' deck over equipment trailer, 21,000 GVW 2011 PJ 8'x18' flatbed trailer

Groveland Fall Consignment Auction Sat.,, Septemberr 15,, 2012 2 @ 8:00 A.M. Consignments Welcome SELLING: Selling: vehicles, construction equipment, farm machinery, lawn tractors, trailers, trees, shrubs and more.

Teitsworth Auction Yard, Geneseo, NY

2011 tow dolly Stihl & Echo trimmers Agri Fab 160 tow behind spreader JD 42" tow behind spiker/seeder Shop Equipment: Powermatic 87 bandsaw, Delta sander, Delta sander/grinder, Delta bandsaw, Rockwell drill press, Delta 8" wire wheel, Baldor grinder/buffer, Di-Arco sheet metal cutter, (2) Di-Arco metal punch, Clausing milling machine, metal brake, 36" metal roller, Delta dust collector, injection molder, rotation molder, Miller AC welder, anvil, Johnson blast furnace, Delta lathe, Rockwell band saw, Powermatic planer, (2) joiners Misc.: 10' Meyers plow, Ferguson sickle bar mower, "V" plow for tractor, (3) Volvo truck doors, aluminum road signs, chain falls, light fixtures, 8'Airflow SS sander, Wascomat washing machine, Vulcan gas oven, Vulcan gas stove w/hood, work benches, Stihl chain saw, Johnsred chain saw, (2) electromagnetic drills w/annular cutters, misc. water line, Jet water pump, misc. tires TERMS: Full payment auction day, cash, check or MC/Visa, 2% buyer's premium waived with payments made by cash or check.

Inspection: Friday, September 7th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Equipment Removal: No later than September 13 @ 3:00 P.M. Sales Manager: Cindy Wolcott, 585-738-3759

LAMB & WEBSTER USED EQUIPMENT AUCTION FARM TRACTORS, MACHINERY, LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT Sat., September 22, 2012 @ 9:00 A.M Routes 39 & 219, Springville, NY

Selling: Tractors, combines, harvesters, balers, skid steer loaders, tillage equipment, feeders, wagons, planters, tedders, spreaders, trailers, ATVs, lawn & garden equipment and much more!

Check our website at www.teitsworth.com for terms, updates and pictures of items.

“WE SPECIALIZE IN LARGE AUCTIONS FOR DEALERS, FARMERS, MUNICIPALITIES AND CONTRACTORS”