Nevada Farm Bureau速
Volume 66, Number 3, March 2014
Agriculture & Livestock
Journal
A Look At The Margin Tax Initiative Page 3
YF&R Members Ronald Attend National McDonald Conference House Donation Page 4 Page 7
Meeting & Event Calendar March 7-8 Elko Ag in Classroom Teacher Workshop March 15 Nevada Agricultural Foundation Scholarship Applications due nevadaagriculturalfoundation.org March 18-21 Nevada FFA Convention www.nvaged.nv.gov March 19 Deadline to submit winter photos for 2014 NVFB Women’s Leadership Photo Contest March 28 Applications due for Nevada Beef Ambassador Contact: Tracy Shane, Nevada Cattlewomen President, at 775-934-5646 or tracy.shane@gbcnv.edu. March 29 Marketing the Farm Experience 101 WNC Carson Campus, 2201 W. College Pkwy, Reynolds Building $35 Early Bird, $45 after March 21. Includes Lunch. Details: Ann.Louhela@wnc.edu or 775-423-7565 Ext. 2260.
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Farm Bureau
Perspectives By James “Hank” Combs President, Nevada Farm Bureau
A Look Forward at The Margin Tax Initiative
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s we turn the calendar over to March it is quickly realized that this year is flying by. 2014 has gotten off to a fast start and Farm Bureau has been busy. It may seem like a long way off, but November will be here before we know it and Nevadans will have a choice; Yes or No on the Margin Tax Initiative.
Nevada Farm Bureau policy strongly opposes a gross business tax. Policy section 260 states, “We oppose the creation and implementation of a gross business tax, assessing a tax against business incomes. Because of this opposition we strongly encourage Nevada Farm Bureau and all Nevada citizens to oppose the adoption of the tax initiative entitled “The Education Initiative” which will be voted on by Nevada voters in the 2014 election.” Margin Tax Initiative Details The Margin Tax Initiative proposes that all Nevada businesses whose GROSS revenues exceed $1 million per year would be subject to a 2% Margin Tax. If a business earns one dollar over the $1 Million, the tax applies to the total, not the one
dollar! This initiative affects all businesses – large, small, corporate, family owned, and yes farms and ranches. There are two components on the surface of this initiative that should worry or downright scare all Nevada businesses including your family-owned farm or ranch. Those components are gross revenue and $1 million dollars. Both of which will impact Nevada businesses and give Nevada one of the highest tax burdens in the country. This initiative and those behind it don’t care if your business is profitable or not. At one time in our nation $1 million was a lot of money. Today, $1 million isn’t a lot of money, big picture speaking. This initiative fails to look at the big picture. Subtract all the expenses a business incurs from that million-dollar revenue and see how much is left. Now impose a 2% tax. Remember, it doesn’t matter if you made a profit or lost $10,000. You pay. This initiative will severely damage Nevada’s economy, limit our ability to produce food and fiber, limit business growth, reduce the number of new employee hires; the
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list goes on and on. If passed there is no guarantee that the tax rate will stay at 2%. In fact, the legislature will have full power. After three years they can raise the tax rate, broaden the tax to apply to even more businesses – all without a vote by the people. There is no oversight, no checks and balances; the legislature holds all the power. Farm Bureau’s Involvement Nevada Farm Bureau has joined the “Defeat the Nevada Margin Tax Initiative” Coalition, which includes Nevada business owners, organizations, and more. We would encourage you to join as well at www.stopthemargintax.com. The coalition provides key facts, how the tax will impact Nevadans, and more. Grassroots involvement is key to stopping dangerous laws. Sharing personal stories on how the tax will negatively affect your farm or ranch goes a long way in the eyes of voters. For example, Fallon dairyman Mike Olsen testified during the 2013 Nevada Legislature See Margin Tax on Page 10
Nevada Young Farmers & Ranchers Attend National Convention in Virginia
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he 2014 American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) National Leadership Conference was held February 7-10 in Virginia Beach, VA. Four Nevada Young Farmers & Ranchers and one future member attended the conference. Nevada was represented by state YF&R Chair Anna-Lisa Giannini, Discussion Meet competitor Cory Shrecengost, state YF&R Committee Member Lacey SproulTom and her husband Lukas and son Rylan. The Collegiate Discussion Meet
featured 53 young farmers and agriculturists from 36 states who displayed their abilities to discuss agricultural issues. Washoe County Farm Bureau member and UNR student Cory Shrecengost represented Nevada in the Disucssion Meet. Cory won the state Discussion Meet during the 2013 Nevada Farm Bureau Annual Convention. The Discussion Meet is a competitive event that is designed to simulate a committee meeting where discussion and active participation are expected from each participant. This competition is evaluated on an exchange of ideas and information on a preMarch 2014 | Page 4 | www.nvfb.org
determined topic. Participants build basic discussion skills, develop a keen understanding of important agricultural issues and explore how groups can pool knowledge to reach consensus and solve problems. Cory did very well and advanced to the semi-finals, also known as the Sweet 16. All competitors received $250, courtesy of CHS Foundation, in recognition of their efforts and making it to the national level. “Cory did a fantastic job and we are very proud of his efforts in advancing to the Sweet 16 round of the competition,� said AnnaLisa Giannini, state YF&R Chair.
“As one of the best competitors in Virginia, I commend him for his exceptional knowledge of agricultural issues.” The Leadership Conference gave attendees the opportunity to network with each other and gain valuable knowledge by attending a number of sessions and workshops that provided information to inspire and teach Farm Bureau’s future leaders. Nevada YF&R also participates in the ag lit project, which involves Farm Bureau volunteer members reading accurate ag books to elementary school students throughout Nevada. During the conference, Nevada’s ag lit program was recognized for reaching a large number of students in Washoe County. The activity involved working with members of the Collegiate FFA. Nevada YF&R is currently coordinating the 2014 ag lit project that will feature “The Beeman,” which is the 2014 accurate ag book of the year. To keep up-to-date with Nevada’s Young Farmers & Ranchers “LIKE” their Facebook page facebook.com/NVYFR or visit nvfb.org.
Cory Shrecengost (L) competes in the 2014 Collegiate Discussion Meet.
2015 Discussion Meet Questions 1. How would the condition of government-managed public lands change if they were managed privately? What are the pros and cons of government ownership versus private ownership? 2. Should farmers and ranchers be held liable for possible food-borne illnesses when the food item of concern can be traced back to their farms or ranches? Why or why not? 3. The farm bill crop insurance provisions offer a safety net for crop loss due to natural disaster and/or price risk. Should a safety net for livestock producers be developed, and what provisions might it include? 4. How can young farmers and ranchers work to encourage membership growth and member engagement for the county, state and national Farm Bureau organizations? 5. How should our nation’s policies balance concerns about food insecurity against concerns about the safety or environmental impact of modern agricultural technologies? What role should farmers have in discussing and debating these issues in our society and with our lawmakers? March 2014 | Page 5 | www.nvfb.org
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Clark County Young Farmers & Ranchers Host Food Drive
lark County Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers held their second annual food drive at Lin’s Market in Overton on February 1,
YF&R members volunteered their time and collected 1400 pounds of food. The food was donated to Cappalappa Family Resource Center in Overton. The event was organized by Clark County Farm Bureau YF&R Chair Mica Leatham. Volunteers included state YF&R committee members Kaluna Aki and Lacey Sproul-Tom, Clark County Farm Bureau President Jim Hardy. Other volunteers included Dan and Kory Bevan, Noah and Emily Reid, Shelbie Leatham, Jenifer Aki and Lukas Tom.
Lukas Tom and Dan Bevan stand outside Lin’s Fresh Market with Dan’s children and Maggie the Milk Cow. Photo by Dan Bevan pounds of food and this year 1400 pounds, which is fantastic. For food drives to be successful it takes support from the community and those living in the Moapa Valley came out to support a great cause. “It was fun to watch the generosity of people as they filled the grocery carts for a good cause,” Leatham said. The food drive included Maggie the Milking Cow, which allowed kids and adults to ‘milk’ a cow.
200 bags of food equalling 1400 pounds was donated to Cappalappa Family Resource Center in Overton. Photo by Dan Bevan “Our YF&R group did a great job organizing and carrying out the food drive. We made it a family event and had several enthusiastic youngsters helping to encourage people to donate,” said Mica Leatham, Chair of Clark County YF&R. This is the second year the Young Farmers & Ranchers hosted a food drive. Last year they collected 1300
The food drive was a part of Farm Bureau’s Harvest for All campaign, which includes activities organized by state and county Farm Bureaus in connection with local Feeding America affiliates across the country. Through the campaign’s 10-year history, YF&R programs across the country have donated food, money and their time to provide more than 83 million meal equivalents to hungry Americans. “I am grateful to those who donated their time, service, and food to help make this a success,” Leatham said.
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Women’s Leadership Committee Donates To Ronald McDonald House in Las Vegas
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he Nevada Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee donated $500 to the Ronald McDonald House of Greater Las Vegas (RMHLV) on Saturday, February 1. The donation is a part of Farm Bureau’s Our Food Link project. Nevada Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee Chair Cindy Hardy, Clark County Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Chair Irene Barlow, and Clark County Farm Bureau Vice President Rick Huskins presented the donation to Alyson McCarthy of the Ronald McDonald House. “Farm Bureau has had a great relationship with Ronald McDonald House Charities,” Cindy Hardy, chair of the Nevada Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee said. “We are happy to provide this donation and help the Ronald McDonald House fill their food pantry.”
Clark County Farm Bureau Vice President Rick Huskins, Women’s Leadership Chair Cindy Hardy and Clark County Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Chair Irene Barlow presented a $500 donation to Alyson McCarthy of the Ronald McDonald House.
The donation was given during the RMHLV annual food drive, where shoppers throughout the greater Las Vegas area donate much needed food by shopping at local Smith’s grocery stores. More than 40,000 pounds of food was donated during the day-long food drive. Our Food Link is a year-round program that county and state Farm Bureaus use to provide consumers of all ages and backgrounds with information about today’s agriculture. This includes helping people connect with sources of clothing, food, shelter and energy in their communities. Activities range from outreach at supermarkets or farmers’ markets to hosting interactive booths at community events, speaking with lawmakers and neighbors about food or visiting a classroom to help students understand agricultural topics. The Ronald McDonald House provides a “home-away-from-home” for families of seriously ill children receiving medical treatment in the Las Vegas area.
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2014 Nevada Small Farm Conference
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he 2014 Nevada Small Farm Conference was held February 20-22 at John Ascuaga’s Nugget in Sparks. More than 250 registered to attend the annual conference. The Small Farm Conference offers educational workshops and networking opportunities for farmers and ranchers, beginning or experienced, urban or rural, and community members interested in agriculture. The conference offered attendees a choice of 25 sessions, five pre-conference workshops, and a Friday night social mixer Newly hired Dean of the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources William “Bill” Payne speaks to attendees at Bartley Ranch in Reno. Traditional during the opening general session. topics such as soils, bee keeping and egg production were included along with innovative topics such as agritourism, fodder production and renewable energy. The Small Farm Conference offers many networking opportunities for those who attend and provides attendees a chance to learn what other farmers and ranchers are doing, what has been successful and perhaps what to avoid when it comes to farming and ranching. “The conference provides a great way for everyone to connect and find out what’s going on in the industry and what the newest trends are,” said Ann Louhela, Chairperson of the conference planning committee and project director for Western Nevada College Specialty Crop Institute. “There’s always challenges and I think when you get to networking it’s a great way to look at all the challenges and when you put a lot of minds together you’re able to come up with solutions.” The Small Farm Conference has seen tremendous growth over the past few years. After a several years of not holding a conference due to lack of funding and leadership, the conference started back up in 2010 in Fallon. Since then, conference attendance has nearly tripled and outgrew its location in Fallon. Last year the conference moved back to the Nugget in Sparks. The planning committee has already started planning for 2015. “Each year we look at doing new things,” Louhela said. For more information on the conference, their sponsors and more visit www.nevadafarmconference.com. To view pictures from this year’s event visit http://flic.kr/s/aHsjTfccvK.
Deadline to submit winter pictures for the 2014 Nevada Farm Bureau Photo Contest is March 19! Information available at nvfb.org. March 2014 | Page 8 | www.nvfb.org
Scholarship Applications Due March 31
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pplications for the Dave Fulstone II Scholarship Award are due March 31, 2014.
Dave Fulstone II was a past president of the Nevada Farm Bureau who dedicated his life to the well being of Nevada agriculture. He was passionate in his support of a sustainable agriculture industry in Nevada and was never afraid to tackle the tough issues or face strong opponents in defense of the agriculture industry and producers. The scholarship committee desires to provide financial assistance to students who exemplify those characteristics. For 2014, two $1000 awards are available. Students who are graduating from an accredited Nevada High School in 2014 and will be furthering their education in course of study pertaining to agriculture may apply. The scholarship application is available online at nvfb.org.
Ag Foundation Announces Scholarship Funding he Nevada Agricultural Foundation (NAF) has announced that it will be awarding $50,000 in Educational Assistance Awards to Nevada students. The NAF has worked steadily to support agriculture since 1976 and has been an advocate of Nevada’s young people in achieving advanced education in agricultural fields by providing Educational Assistance Awards (college scholarships). In 2014 the NAF is continuing its support of deserving Nevada students.
will give consideration only to applicants who document intent to follow an agricultural curriculum. NAF will support Nevada students attending any accredited college or university in the United States. In a time where states and universities are cutting budgets and increasing tuition, NAF feels it is more important than ever to provide assistance to our youth who will become the agricultural leaders of tomorrow. For applications and additional information, please visit the NAF website at: www. nevadaagriculturalfoundation.org, go to the “Forms” page for details. Applications are must be postmarked by March 15, 2014.
Educational Assistance Awards are available to graduating Nevada high school seniors and currently enrolled college students. The Scholarship Committee
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UNR hires new Dean of CABNR
ollowing a national search and recruitment process, William “Bill” Payne joins the University of Nevada, Reno today as the new dean of CABNR. Payne comes to the University from Texas A&M University, where he was a professor of crop physiology and director of a multi-institutional, $150 million research endeavor aimed at improving food security and livelihoods in the dry areas of the world.
As dean, Payne also becomes director of the Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts basic and applied research, programs and collaborations to enhance the sustainability of Nevada’s agriculture industry. The Agricultural Experiment Station operates eight field laboratories around the state. “I’m excited about this position for several reasons,” Payne said. “I am impressed by the very high standards exemplified by CABNR‘s faculty and staff, and the college’s interdisciplinary composition. I believe these are qualities that provide comparative advantages in addressing real world problems in Nevada and indeed
around the world, for solutions to such problems are almost always interdisciplinary.”
Payne, as director of the Research Program on Dryland Systems conducted through Texas A&M’s Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research, led an innovative and integrated agroecosystem approach involving multiple stakeholders to improve agricultural productivity and alleviate poverty and hunger in dry areas of the world. Much of his field work centered in Ethiopia. “As someone who has seen the benefits of the land-grant system, I remain a firm believer in its power to transform and improve lives,” he said. “The University of Nevada, Reno and its sister land-grant universities will continue to tackle new challenges and opportunities, and their mission in education, research and extension remains as vital and vibrant as ever.” Payne earned his doctorate in soil science from Texas A&M, has authored or co-authored more than 120 journal articles and book chapters, and edited three books. He has been named
William “Bill” Payne joins the University of Nevada, Reno as the new dean of the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources. fellow of five international scientific societies and has held numerous leadership roles at the state, national and international level. He has advised charitable foundations, national and international agencies, publishers, foreign governments and universities on science and agriculture. See CABNR on Page 12
Margin Tax Continued and stated that his family dairy had income of $2.4 million in the previous year. He continued to say, “The problem is we had $2.5 million in expenses.” In this example, that family farm would be forced to pay a $48,000 tax, in a year the proved to be unprofitable. “Out of the last six years, three of those years I could not sustain a profit, and I am going to be paying a 2 percent tax? This is crazy. This is recklessness.” Mike Olsen did an absolutely fantastic job sharing his story about
his farm and the ramifications of the tax. More stories about the impact of this tax will be needed to be shared from farmers and ranchers, business owners, and concerned citizens for this ballot initiative to be defeated. There are many ways to present the fact that this initiative is bad for business, bad for the state, and harmful to those who produce our nation’s food and fiber. Nevada Farm Bureau will be working with county Farm Bureaus in creating messages that promote the true March 2014 | Page 10 | www.nvfb.org
value of Nevada farms and ranches and work at defeating the initiative. For example, Nevada Farm Bureau will be looking to engage voters at county fairs and during the Nevada Sesquicentennial Fair; fairs are a great way to reach a large number of voters and share your stories and share the facts of this debilitating tax. Tell your neighbors, friends and family, tell them how you will be affected. This is a statewide ballot initiative. Every vote counts.
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CABNR Continued “The University is pleased to have attracted Dr. Payne to serve as dean of CABNR,” Marc Johnson, president of the University, said. “He has many years of experience, domestically and internationally, related to the science of managing arid environments. His experience is well suited to the Great Basin and his excitement for interdisciplinary work will foster the ethic of inter-disciplinary, interdepartmental, and inter-institutional collaboration rooted in the University of Nevada, Reno.” Kevin Carman, executive vice president and provost, was also pleased with the broad-reaching selection process and bringing Payne to the University. “The CABNR dean search attracted a very impressive group of applicants
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from throughout the nation, which speaks well of the reputation of both the college and the University,” he said. “The process included valuable input from CABNR faculty, staff and administration, as well as the entire University community. I‘m especially pleased that the search committee included community representatives with interests in agriculture and natural resources. Collectively, these stakeholders strongly supported Dr. Payne’s candidacy. I have every confidence that he will be a wonderful leader for CABNR, the University and the entire state of Nevada.” Payne takes the helm from Ron Pardini, who served as interim dean for the past four years and steered the college through tough budgetary times, helping it emerge with renewed community and industry commitment,
new economic development opportunities and record enrollments. Pardini, a professor of biochemistry, will remain with the University and continue his active research of nutritional interventions and cancer. “Dean Ron Pardini has led the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources through a challenging period, starting with the resignation of Dean (David) Thawley after an accident which thrust Ron suddenly into an acting leadership role, and followed by adjustments to budget reductions,” Johnson said. “I have appreciated Dr. Pardini’s ability to continue essential functions of student and research support while maintaining stability, progress on important issues and a sense of humor.”
Nevada Beef Ambassador Contestants Sought
he Nevada Cattlewomen, Inc. and the Nevada Beef Council are teaming up to hold a statewide contest for selecting a Nevada Beef Ambassador. It has been several years since a contest has been held in Nevada, but with increased emphasis on the program at the national level, the Nevada Cattlewomen have decided that it is time to get engaged in this program once again! Nevada Cattlewomen are seeking a young person to represent the beef industry, ranching or agricultural experience is not required. Applications are due March 28, 2014. The contest will be held the evening of April 8 and morning of April 9, 2014 alongside the Nevada State FFA Livestock Judging and Clark County Fair and Rodeo events in Logandale, Nevada. There are two divisions in the contest (juniors 12-16 yrs, seniors 17-20 yrs) and the top senior will be selected as the Nevada Beef Ambassador for 2014-2015. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winners in each division and cash incentives provided to all contestants who complete all three portions of the contest (issues statement, media interview, and consumer promotion). The winner of the contest will receive an all expense-paid trip to the national contest in Denver, Colorado September 26-27, 2014 and other state events. The winner will be expected to complete the Master’s of Beef Advocacy (MBA) program and several beef promotion activities prior to the national competition. Five state winners are selected to be on the National Beef Ambassador Team. The national winners are given scholarships and one will be selected for a paid internship with the USDA in Washington, D.C. For more on the National Beef Ambassador program, see http://www.nationalbeefambassador.org. For more information about the Nevada contest in April, please contact Tracy Shane, Nevada Cattlewomen President, at 775-934-5646 or tracy. shane@gbcnv.edu. March 2014 | Page 12 | www.nvfb.org
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by Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau
The Facts About Immigration Reform
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eople often argue with others’ opinions. In fact, we tend to enjoy it. The comments section of any news website is evidence of that. It’s much more difficult (and pointless) to argue with the facts. So it’s great when farmers have economic data that bears out what they are seeing on their farms and ranches. “Don’t take my word for it,” they can say. “See for yourself.” On the issue of immigration reform, we have the facts. As congressional leaders debate an immigration overhaul, Farm Bureau has released an economic study that lets us see for ourselves how labor shortages are hurting agriculture and the impacts of various immigration reform proposals on food production and prices.
We All Pay the Price The study shows that if Congress goes the enforcement-only route, America would lose about $60 billion worth of its food production. Of course, when production goes down and demand is the same or growing, prices go up, and that’s exactly what would happen with food. The report shows that food prices would rise by 5 or 6 percent on top of normal price increases if Congress focuses solely on stepped-up enforcement. We’ll all pay a price, farmers and consumers alike, if Congress does not couple immigration enforcement with measures to create a more stable labor supply. Farmers depend heavily on an immigrant labor force—not because they want to, but because often those are the only workers they can get for seasonal and physically demanding farm work. We know that of the estimated 11 million undocumented individuals in the United States, about 525,000 of them are part of the agricultural workforce. We also know this situation can’t continue. We want to fix the problem. But we don’t want to—and don’t have to—lose food production in the process.
No Half Measures The report released by Farm Bureau shows that anything less than comprehensive reform is just a half-measure. With a redesigned guest worker program and the opportunity for skilled laborers now working in agriculture to earn an adjustment of status, food prices would remain stable and the drop in food production due to more immigration enforcement would be less than 1 percent. Seems like a no-brainer. When all Congress has to work with is opinions, you can understand legislators’ reluctance to act. On the issue of farm labor, we have facts and they all point in the same direction: Farmers and consumers both need comprehensive immigration reform.
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LIVESTOCK GUARDIAN DOGS - Non lethal predator control. Proven crosses, working parents. Puppies raised on sheep. Spanish Mastiffs, Pyrenean Mastiffs, Maremma/Anatolian crosses. Winnemucca. Brenda M. Negri (775) 931-0038 www.lgdnevada. com. For Sale Alfalfa grass hay 3X4 (1200 lb) bales 334 ton first cutting alfalfa/orchard w/ cheat and mustard $130 fob 240 ton second cutting 75% alfalfa 25% orchard grass no weeds $170 fob. Can arrange trucking, will load. Located in Nyala , Railroad Valley, NV. Contact Elar: 775-863-0321 or 801-718-7429 Wanted 3 PTO weed hog, preferably 4ft. cutting. 813-512-3225 Wanted: Lely Roterra- looking for a used Roterra that is in working condition, or needs minimal work to be field ready. Cary 775-691-7655. cyamamoto@charter.net Dairy Facility For Lease Goat/Sheep dairy on Idyllic Farm for lease. Pristine, 280-acre farm 40 miles from Reno between Fernley and Fallon. Dairy milks 200-1,200 goats or sheep. Dairy barn includes: 46 animal Cohburn parallel milk, rapid fire exit gates, milks 200 head/hr, Chore-Time grain feeder system, variable-speed vacuum pump, 5,000 gallon tank. Outside facilities include: Corrals for up to 1,200 small animals, concrete feed storage areas, nursing barn and corrals for kids, abundant high-pressure water, two single-wide worker trailers. Contact Gino Borges at (775) 351-9439 or ginoborges@gmail.com. For Sale Perkins 354 diesel engine, will fit NH 1075 bale wagon or Massey Ferguson tractor or? Runs good...775-623-9364...gevert2@sbcglobal. net For Sale 3 Point Cultivator, 14 ft. wide, S-tine with gauge wheels, extra s-tines. Great shape. $1,300. 775-771-9612 Wanted Pasture Wanted for 20-40 pair in Northern Nevada. 775-287-6978 For Sale Masssey-Ferguson 2745 Tractor. Condition Rough. Runs great in forward gears. Reverse works only in 1st, 2nd and third. $7,000 Phone 775-629-0192 For Sale New Holland 1112 Swather with 16 foot header. Runs well. Good backup machine $3500 firm at Washoe Valley. Call (775)888-9877 or email jimgreil@clearwire.net. House for sale 37 acres w/ water rights in Wellington. House is 1846 sq. ft., 2 bed 2 bath, recently remodeled with new windows and flooring. Numerous out buildings, covered hay barn, corrals. In alfalfa production. $470K. Call 775-465-2252 or 775-720-1388 or email caroleobanion@ gmail.com.
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