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Farmers ask Trump to uphold RFS Ethanol waivers to 31 more refineries By Erica Quinlan

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SIOUX CENTER, Iowa — Leaders from corn grower organizations in 23 states sent a letter to President Donald Trump Sept. 27 asking him to uphold the Renewable Fuel Standard. The letter is response to the Trump administration’s approval of 31 new RFS waivers to big oil refineries. The 85 total waivers approved under the administration amount to around 4 billion gallons, resulting in reduced corn demand due to lower ethanol blending and consumption. “Corn farmers are not asking for a special deal,” the letter states. “We are simply asking, as we have been for the past two years, that your EPA uphold the law. “To effectively stop the harm caused by RFS waivers, EPA needs to account for projected waivers beginning with the pending 2020 RFS volume rule. “Accounting for waivers in the annual RFS volume process restores integrity to the RFS. It also allows your administration to continue granting waivers, as allowed by the law, while keeping the RFS whole.” A growing number of ethanol plants are idling production, including in Indiana, Iowa and Ohio. Closures have cost 2,700 rural jobs and impacted demand for more than 300 million bushels of corn. Siouxland Energy, an ethanol plant in Iowa, is one of the many plants stalling. “We idled our plant about three weeks ago,” said Kelly Nieuwenhuis, a farmer and president of the board at Siouxland Energy. “We made that decision after looking at projections of large losses in the coming months ahead. We look at the costs to idle our plant and keep our employees compensated and made the decision to idle.” The most recent 31 refinery exemptions announced Aug. 9 were the nail in the coffin. Ethanol prices dropped 18 to 20 cents in two days, Nieuwenhuis said. See RFS, Page A2

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Jenna Kelsay shares a sweet moment with a young dairy calf named Ruby from her family’s dairy farm during the Johnson County Fourth Grade Agriculture Days at the Johnson County Fairgrounds.

Agriculture Days Student shares knowledge of dairy industry By Ashley Langreck

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FRANKLIN, Ind. — Although it wasn’t a typical classroom setting, Jenna Kelsay, a sophomore at Whiteland Community High School, went outside of the chalkboard walls to teach dozens of fourth-grade students in Johnson County about dairy cattle and the agriculture industry in general. Kelsay, who grew up on Kelsay Dairy Farms in Whiteland, has been around dairy ca-

ttle and the industry since before she could walk, and one of her biggest passions is teaching others about the industry she loves. “Agriculture is important because not a lot of people understand it, especially the younger kids,” said Kelsay, who added she likes participating in events such as the Fourth Grade Agriculture Days because she can help teach children about agriculture and the dairy industry in a way they will understand. Kelsay, who attended the agriculture days event herself when she was in elementary school, said that even though she loved attending and seeing everything when she was younger, she thoroughly enjoyed being able to

serve as a presenter and show students her family’s young Jersey dairy calf Ruby, which was born June 1. Although her family no longer raises hundreds of dairy cattle, Kelsay said she and her siblings, along with her aunt, uncle and nephew still raise dairy show animals. “We still have dairy animals on the farm so the kids can have something for 4-H,” said Liz Kelsay, who is Jenna’s aunt and a member of Kelsay Farms. Ashley Langreck can be reached at 800-426-9438, ext. 192, or alangreck@ agrinews-pubs.com. Follow her on Twitter at: @AgNews_ Langreck.

Fourth-graders learn about farming FRANKLIN, Ind. — In an effort to reach the youth in their community and teach them about the agriculture industry, farmers and ag representatives in Johnson County have worked together for several years to hold Fourth Grade Agriculture Days at the Johnson County Fairgrounds. The field day shows students about the livestock industry, as well as the different commodity groups that make up the agriculture sector through demonstrations, and provides the chance to pet animals, including pigs, sheep, goats and beef and dairy cattle.

Elementary students take turns petting sleepy piglets during Agriculture Ashley Langreck Days at the Johnson County Fairgrounds.

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INDIANAPOLIS — The threat of Eastern Equine Encephalitis has become real as seven positive cases have been diagnosed in horses in Elkhart County. Sandra Norman, the equine director for the Indiana State Board of Animal Health, said that EEE is carried by mosquitoes, and it can affect horses and people. Norman added that the disease can only be carried and transferred by mosquitoes. “Horses and people can’t transfer the disease to one another,” she said. “This is a much more serious disease in horses with a high degree of fatality and most die if they get it,” Norman said. Norman said horses that test positive for EEE typically haven’t been vaccinated, or if they have been vaccinated the vaccines probably weren’t up to date. Norman said of the seven horses that tested positive for EEE this year, six of the horses have died, none of which had been vaccinated. “One horse that is still alive had been vaccinated in the past, but missed a vaccine and will no longer be able to function as a show horse,” Norman said. See EEE, Page A2

Vaccinations, precautions to prevent EEE By Ashley Langreck

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INDIANAPOLIS — The torrential rainfalls and flooding from earlier this year still are having effects on the agriculture industry as several cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis have been detected in the state. Sandra Norman, the equine director for the Indiana State Board of Animal Health, said that due to the extra rain this year, breeding grounds for mosquitoes were abundant this year and tests done by the health department showed that mosquitoes have been carrying EEE. Norman recently shared tips for horse owners to keep in mind to help prevent their horses from getting EEE. n Vaccinate your horses — Norman said that the most important step producers can take to prevent EEE in their horses is to get them vaccinated. Vaccines are very effective and horse owners should keep their vaccines up to date and the regular booster includes the EEE vaccines. n Use mosquito repellent — There always are more mosquitoes during the time period right before the freeze. Horse owners should use mosquito repellents in their barns and keep their horses inside during dawn and dusk, which is when the most mosquitoes are out. n Use fly masks and covers — Although Norman cautioned that the best way to prevent the disease is to vaccinate horses, horse owners also can use fly masks and covers for their horses to try and limit the number of mosquitoes bites the animals receive.

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Corn growers often mistakenly correlate test weight to yield. The two measures are only marginally related.

What corn test weight measure really means By Melissa Bell

Corn test weight tends to be a topic of hot debate. A common misconception is the assumption that higher test weight corn yields more. High-yielding fields won’t necessarily have a higher test weight, just as lower-yielding fields won’t necessarily have a lower test weight. To understand the concept, we need to think of corn yield in terms of pounds harvested per acre, not necessarily bushels per acre. If we sold grain by the true volumetric measurement that is a bushel, hauling grain would be nothing short of a nightmare. Imagine unloading an entire semitrailer by way of a bushel basket. It would be much more practical to sell by weight, which is exactly how we market grain. The standard weight for a bushel of No. 2 yellow corn was set at 56 pounds, even though the weight per bushel of corn test weight can vary hybrid to hybrid, farm to farm and year to year. When you sell 1,000 bushels of corn, you are really selling 56,000 pounds of corn. The concept is confusing because we still speak in terms of the volumetric measurement, a bushel, but weight is what our check depends on. What about the test weight measurements taken on each load of grain? Think of test weight as just another quality check, like foreign matter, damage and so forth. Test weight can drop to 54 pounds per bushel for No. 2 yellow corn before a price discount may be applied at market, but no premium is added for higher test weight. So, staying above the threshold is important, but striving for high test weight is not. For example, let’s say we harvest two different hybrids from the same test plot. Hybrid A yields 12,000 pounds per acre with test weight measurement of 56 pounds. Hybrid B yields 10,000 pounds per acres and test weight measurement of 60 pounds. Hybrid A is the clear winner because it produced more pounds of grain per acre while maintaining the 56-pound test weight threshold. Hybrid B isn’t rewarded for exceeding the 56-pound threshold. Dipping below the threshold, however, say 54 pounds or below, would likely trigger a price dock at the elevator.

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THIS SEASON’S IMPACT ON TEST WEIGHT It won’t be unusual for areas of Indiana to experience some incidences of lower test weights this harvest. Stress during grain fill resulting from drought and varying degrees of ear and kernel rot are likely culprits of potential test weight reduction. Another looming factor that can cause premature plant death and, therefore, compromise test weight is a killing frost prior to black layer. Typical first freeze dates range from the first week of October for areas in northern Indiana to the last week of October in southern Indiana. Given the extremely late planting this season, some areas are up against the clock, even with some above-average temperatures in September. Speaking of late planting, one of the most talked about implications of a delayed spring has been a delayed harvest and managing wet grain. It’s important to note that grain moisture has an inverse relationship with test weight. High moisture grain tends to be swollen and sticky, therefore grain does not slide and pack easily into a volumetric bushel, resulting in lower test weight. As grain dries and shrinks, test weight improves. TEST WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Managing for test weight can be tricky as it is a factor highly dependent on environmental conditions throughout the lengthy grain fill period. There are a few management factors that can help, but none are a silver bullet. Select hybrids with consistent and adequate test weight from year to year, coupled with a good disease package and below-ground insect protection for at-risk acres. Maintain an optimum fertilizer application plan, especially nitrogen, to ensure nutrients are available at the end of the season. Finally, reduce planting populations if you feel your soils are unable to support higher densities.

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Norman said that if the horse does survive it will have severe neurological issues, which are complications of the disease. Norman said she believes there have been several positive cases of EEE this year because there have been a lot of mosquitoes due to the large amounts of rain that provided good breeding grounds. Norman said that until the state gets its first good freeze, mosquitoes still can carry and transmit the disease. Ashley Langreck

“T hat prett y much knocked the wind out of the sails,” he said. “Losses started to mount pretty quickly. “You can about imagine the panic right now. We have corn farmers that usually drop corn at our plant during harvest, but we’re not taking corn right now.” John Linder, a corn farmer in Edison, Ohio, and incoming first vice president of the National Corn Growers Association, said the timing couldn’t be worse for

farmers. “The cost of production this year has been such that there’s not a good promise of return, unless you exceed trend line yields,” Linder said. “If you can’t value-add through ethanol, then you’ve robbed Ohio of some of its opportunity. Farmers depend on about 30% of their corn to be marketed through ethanol. It’s probably closer to 40% in given years.” The small refinery exemptions also have hit the biodiesel industry. “ We have biodiesel plants that have to shut down to reflect the reduced volume from these SREs,” said Ron Heck, a

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A soybean field awaits harvest. Although harvest is delayed for many farmers due to late planting, some growers have started the process.

Harvest off to slow start By Erica Quinlan

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WEST LAFAYET TE, Ind. — The good news is Indiana’s corn crop progress is continuing at a record pace. The bad news is it’s a record slow pace in terms of maturity, said Bob Nielsen, Purdue Extension corn specialist. “We’re dealing with situations that require some good weather for the next 30 to 45 days to not only mature the crop, but also to allow for some satisfactory dry down of the grain in the field before harvest,” Nielsen said. “It’s been this slow all

season, beginning with planting. The crop has continued to develop at a later than normal rate.” Although it’s likely too late to warrant fungicide applications, it’s worth the effort to walk fields and identify diseases. Diseases such as grey leaf spot, northern corn leaf blight, southern rust and tar spot have been found in fields throughout the state. “Again, I would encourage people to walk fields for any number of reasons,” Nielsen said. “One of which is to document what diseases they have. That might give them a little bit of thought for next

year, in terms of being ready. “Certainly while they’re walking fields, they need to be looking for any evidence of stalk rot, or stalks that are very weak and may be subject to Harmon falling over with a strong windstorm.” Vulnerable fields may need to be har vested sooner. Stronger fields can be saved for later. “Be aware that, because it’s going to be a late start to harvest with the late crop maturity, depending

on the weather over t he few weeks, that will have a big influence on dry down in the field,” Nielsen said. “If they have not already prepared to do more mechanical drying of grain after harvest than they usually do, they certainly need to be thinking about that. I think there’s going to be a need for much more artificial drying this year.” Jason Harmon, technical agronomist at DEKALB, said that corn diseases like tar spot have the potential

to affect yields in Indiana’s northwest region. Fields in which fungicides such as Delaro have been applied have responded well to disease pressure, Harmon said. “The biggest thing is, when you destroy that photosynthesis factory, you’re opening it up for less kernel depth,” he said. “We get 60 days after pollination to get a large kernel. “When you shut down that factory, it makes the chances of getting that kernel depth that adds to yield, less and less. And then there’s also harvestability and overall stalk quality.

“We’re seeing a lot of crown rot issues coming about.” Harmon expects to see variability of corn quality and yields. “It’s coming down to a field-by-field situation, where you may have to come in a little early on this half versus the other half, just to get it out of the field before a windstorm comes and makes harvesting a logistical nightmare,” he said. Erica Quinlan can be reached at 800-426-9438, ext. 193, or equinlan@ agrinews-pubs.com. Follow her on Twitter at: @AgNews_Quinlan.

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Slow-moving farm equipment will be on the roads as harvest begins. Take time to exercise caution and patience while driving.

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INDIANAPOLIS — As harvest begins, motorists should be on the lookout for slow-moving farm machinery. The Indiana State Department of Agriculture encouraged motorists to exercise caution and patience as they share the road with large vehicles. “As you’re making your plans this fall, factor in a little extra time for your travels and slow down, especially when driving through rural parts of Indiana,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch. “We need everyone working together, farmers and motorists alike, to ensure a safe 2019 harvest

season.” By law, farm equipment Safety tips must have the nationally 1. Most farmers will pull over caution when passing. designated slow-moving when they are able to let you 5. Do not tailgate farm vehicle sign — a red trianpass, but it may take time for vehicles, as they might have gle-shaped reflector — to them to get to a safe place to to make sudden stops along warn oncoming drivers do so. Be careful and patient the road. that their equipment is on when passing. the road. 6. Do not try to pass a slow These vehicles often 2. Allow plenty of time to get moving vehicle on the left travel under 25 mph. to your destination, be aware without ensuring that the “Most years, farmof alternate routes and avoid vehicle is not planning a left ers are hoping to have distractions. turn. It may appear that the their crops harvested by 3. Do not pass within 100 feet driver is pulling over for you Thanksgiving, but this to pass when it is actually of any intersection, railroad has been an unprecepreparing to turn. You will grade crossing, bridge, dented year,” said Indiana drive right into its path, elevation structure or tunnel. State Department of endangering yourself and 4. Farm equipment is wide, Agriculture Director the farmer. sometimes taking up most Bruce Kettler, in refer7. Never text and drive. of the roadway. Exercise ence to farmers planting later than usual this spring. “Depending on the December even. It’s immotorists are encouraged weather, we could portant to plan accordto leave 10 minutes early see some working in ingly.” and to be aware of altertheir fields mid to late During harvest season, nate routes.

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U.S.-Japan trade agreement reached Corn, beef, pork tariffs to be lifted By Erica Quinlan

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NEW YORK — The United States and Japan reached an agreement on Sept. 25 that will provide American farmers and ranchers with enhanced market access to Japan. Japanese tariffs now will be significantly lower or eliminated entirely for U.S. beef, pork, wheat, cheese, corn, wine and other products, said President Donald Trump. In a joint statement from the United States and Japan, Trump and Japan Prime Minister Abe Shinzo said they share the desire to implement the agreement as soon as possible. “The United StatesJapan Trade Agreement will eliminate or reduce tariffs on certain agricultural and industrial products to enhance bilateral trade in a robust, stable and mutually beneficial manner between our nations, which together account for approximately 30% of global gross domestic product,” the statement said. Out of the $14.1 billion OFFICIAL WHITE HOUSE PHOTO/SHEALAH CRAIGHEAD in U.S. food and agriculPresident Donald Trump participates in a trade agreement signing ceremony with Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Sept. 25 at the InterContinental New York Bartural products imported by Japan in 2018, $5.2 billion clay in New York City. already were duty free. Under this first-stage initial tariff agreement, Japan will eliminate or reduce tariffs on an additional $7.2 billion of U.S. food and agricultural products. In return, the United States will provide tariff elimination or reduction on 42 tariff lines for agricultural imports from Japan valued at $40 million in 2018. These products include flowers, persimmons, st green tea, chewing gum, soy sauce and other items. The agreement will not need congressional approval and is effective as soon as it is ratified by nd Japan’s legislature. The Trump administration said the agreement is the first phase of a more comprehensive agreement that will be negotiated with Japan. “This agreement between the United States and Japan is a better deal for the entire U.S. economy, but is a particularly rd big win for our farmers and ranchers,” said U.S. A g r icult u re Secret a r y Sonny Perdue. “When I visited Japan in May for the G20, I made rd it clear that the U.S. is Japan’s best customer and we felt that relationship was not reciprocal. This agreement helps level the playing field.” Indiana ag leaders are th pleased with the agreement. “For Indiana farmers to remain sustainable and competitive, we need to maintain foreign markets for our crops,” said Sarah Delbecq, farmer and president of Indiana Corn Growers Association. “This deal with Japan continues and strengthens the relationship between Hoosier corn farmers and an important trading partner.”

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Export issues dominate markets By Tom C. Doran

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TOWANDA, Ill. — Trade troubles and production uncertainty makes for tough marketing strategies. “Where we’re sitting at right now, it’s really coming down to supply, or any kind of trade deal. I’ve been getting commodity markets wrong for over 20 years and I have never had a year where the uncertainty is just stacked at all levels, at the macro level, the supply level, the demand level,” Todd Hubbs, University of Illinois agricultural economist, said with a chuckle at the recent First Mid Ag Services ﬁeld day. Hubbs gave the following corn and soybean outlook for the old and new marketing years. Here’s what he had to say: ON YIELDS “USDA came out with an 168.2 bushels per acre average (in September) on corn yield, which seems almost preposterous to me. We’ll see how it goes through the harvest. We planted so much corn in the eastern Corn Belt so late. “I’ve heard yield reports coming in, even the stuﬀ they got planted early, seems to be about 20 to 25 bushels per acre down. I’ve heard some horrendous yield numbers, particularly out of Indiana. “This thing is far from over, in my opinion. The uncertainty is so large because we planted corn all across the Corn Belt all over the place from April all the way through in some places July. “I have a range of 160 as my low and 166 as my high, but honestly their 168.2 could be right. But we could see it go down to 155. “It just does not seem reasonable to me that we could do above 168 when we planted 7 to 8 million acres in the eastern Corn Belt deep into June. “We planted soybeans late ever y where. I’ve heard of people in Illinois planting them in July. The USDA was at 47.9 bushels per acre. I still think that’s too high. I don’t think the pods are out there. “We had 65 bushels to the acre in Illinois last year. That was an amazing crop. USDA is down 10 bushels, I think we’ll be down m”ore than that. “My yields range from 45.5 to 46.5. We could go below 45. It is feasible with the amount of soybeans we planted late, but it’s going to be a tail-end event, in my opinion.” ON PLANTED ACRES “It was a shocker to me. We did have prevent plant 11.2 million acres, but we still planted 90 million acres of corn. When you look at the whole portfolio of crops and take in prevent plant and CRP, take it across cotton and wheat and small grains and everything, yes, we’re about at the levels we normally are. “It looks reasonable when you look at the numbers and right now they’re saying 90 million planted corn acres and 82 million harvested acres. We planted a load of corn in the eastern Corn Belt in June, more than I thought we would, and I hope it works out for everybody, but I’m afraid it’s not going to. “ Eve r y b o d y thinks USDA is going to fade its harvested acres number. What you have to understand about USDA’s statistical methods is they’re usually pretty good at these acreage numbers. They do miss sometimes. “I hear people say they could take 3 million acres out of it. I’ll be very surprised if they do that. Now, if you told me they’d take 1.5 million or 2 million acres out of harvested acres, you won’t hear me peeping about it. “They’re usually fairly close because of their survey methodology, their enumerators and the way they go. They have missed, but if your hope is we’re going to lower harvested acres by 5 or 6 million acres, it might be a tough road.”

ON TRADE “The trade ﬁght is killing it. That’s everything. We basically did a (paymentin-kind) program on soybeans and nobody seems to care. We took 13 million acres out of production and prices are still atrocious. “It’s mainly because without China taking our soybeans we’re in this 1.7 to 1.8 billion bushel export top. We usually do 2.1 to 2.2 billion bushels in the growth phase we were in. “That’s a lot of pressure, and the Brazilians and Argentineans have been making a lot of money oﬀ of us and that’s why I don’t care if they get into a drought. “Right now, USDA has exports at 1.7 billion bushels. I think we busted through that to maybe 1.73, 1.74. I think the crush is at least 20 million bushels higher than that. “So, we’re going to get close to a 1 billion bushel carryout, but we’re not as high as we were, but that really doesn’t matter because we’re talking 1 billion bushels of soybeans. “Corn exports sort of fell of the plate in the last half of the marketing year. USDA was at 2.1 billion bushels. My model says it’s at 2.06 billion. I can’t see us going past that, to be honest with you. “There are the big crops in South America, their weak currencies. It’s going to be hard to weaken the dollar in the near-term. We’re the best of a bad lot. “I don’t think it’s going to hurt our exports in corn too terribly much. Many of our main export markets tend to buy about the same amount year over year. “A resolution to NAFTA 2 or USMCA would be great. I don’t think that’s going to see a huge boost in Mexico imports. We need to develop some markets or have a short South American crop. I’m a little bit optimistic on exports this year, but we’ll see how it goes.”

ethanol business, as well. “So, we’re seeing this fall-oﬀ from Brazil, none to China. We are seeing building markets in places like India, Indonesia and the Philippines and hopefully we’ll see some growth there in the next marketing year, but barring some kind of change in the rules where we make everybody take E15, which would be great, but also would be tied up in the courts from now until the end of time, it’s going to be hard to get any kind of growth in that sector.”

is what I think we’re staring at. Could we hit $9 soybeans? Sure. “My only wild card in this is a South American drought. Pay attention to the weather in South America because if it continues dry for another month, you may

see some weather rallies deep in the winter on South America weather problems, which may be pricing opportunities. To get down to where we typically see ending stocks under current demand consumption levels, we need a 42 (bushels per

acre yield). That seems impossible to me, but if we did a 42 you could see a rally in there.” Tom C. Doran can be reached at 815-780-7894 or tdoran@agrinews-pubs. com.

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REGIONAL WEATHER

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Shown is Friday’s weather. Temperatures are Friday’s highs and Friday night’s lows.

Evanston 56/51 South Bend 58/43

Rockford 58/45 Rock Island 61/49

Chicago 57/48

SUNRISE/SUNSET Rise 6:57 a.m. 6:58 a.m. 6:59 a.m. 7:00 a.m. 7:01 a.m. 7:02 a.m. 7:03 a.m.

Decatur 64/45

Quincy 62/50

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Peoria 61/48

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Central Illinois: Friday: partly sunny. Winds northeast 7-14 mph. Expect 6-10 hours of sunshine with fair drying conditions and average relative humidity 65%. Saturday: mainly cloudy. Winds southeast 7-14 mph.

Muncie 65/45

Southern Illinois: Friday: partly sunny; pleasant in the south. Winds northeast 6-12 mph. Expect 4-8 hours of sunshine with fair drying conditions and average relative humidity 65%.

Indianapolis 66/47

Mt. Vernon 69/44

Terre Haute 66/44

Vevay 69/45

Northern Indiana: Friday: sunny to partly cloudy. Winds northeast 4-8 mph. Expect 6-10 hours of sunshine with fair drying conditions and average relative humidity 65%.

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Northern Illinois: Friday: mostly sunny. Winds east-northeast 4-8 mph. Expect 6-10 hours of sunshine with poor drying conditions and average relative humidity 70%. Saturday: variable cloudiness. Winds south-southeast 4-8 mph.

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Central Indiana: Friday: sun and some clouds. Winds north-northeast 6-12 mph. Expect 4-8 hours of sunshine with poor drying conditions.

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Southern Indiana: Friday: partial sunshine; pleasant in the south. Winds northeast 4-8 mph. Expect 4-8 hours of sunshine with fair drying conditions and average relative humidity 60%. Saturday: sunshine; pleasant.

SOUTH AMERICA A frontal system will bring rounds of rain and storms to Paraguay and southern Brazil from Friday through at least Monday. Some of this rain will reach Uruguay and northern Argentina.

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Watched by Indiana Soybean Alliance Board Director Phil Ramsey and Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, ISA Vice Chairman David Rodibaugh and Ching-Chao Chan, board director for the Taiwan Vegetable Oil Manufacturers Association, sign an agreement to ship U.S. soybeans to Taiwan during the next two years.

Taiwan buys $2B in U.S. corn, soybeans By Erica Quinlan

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INDIANAPOLIS — Taiwanese leaders agreed to purchase millions of metric tons of U.S.grown corn and soybeans on Sept. 23. Leaders from Indiana Soybean Alliance and Indiana Corn Marketing Council participated in a signing ceremony at the Senate chambers of the Indiana Statehouse. “International trade is essential to the economic viability of Indiana corn farmers,” said

Mike Beard, president of ICMC. “We thank the delegation from Taiwan for coming here, recognizing the quality of the crops that we grow and signing this agreement. We hope to work with them for many years to come.” The Taiwan Feed Industry Association agreed to buy 5 million metric tons, or approximately 197 million bushels of corn and 500,000 metric tons of corn co-products, between 2020 and 2021. The total estimated value of this agreement is $1.1 billion.

The Taiwan Vegetable Oil Manufacturers Association intends to buy between 2.6-2.9 million metric tons, equivalent to 96 million to 97 million bushels, of soybeans in 2020 and 2021. The values of these purchases is estimated to be between $1 billion to $1.1 billion. Members of the Taiwan delegation said they were pleased to continue trade with the United States. “Due to its high-quality produce, the U.S. remains one of Taiwan’s largest sources of agricultural products, supplying

more than one-quarter of the country’s major agricultural imports,” said Junne-Jih Chen, deputy minister of the Taiwan Council of Agriculture. “We are here to demonstrate Taiwan’s continued willingness to purchase U.S. soybeans and our determination and dedication to promote bilateral agricultural cooperation.” It is estimated that more than 20% of all agricultural production in the U.S. goes to outside markets, such as Taiwan, said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch. According to the Foreign Ag-

ricultural Service, Taiwan is an important trading partner. Because of its small land area and high urbanization rate, Taiwan has a relatively small agricultural sector and relies on imports for domestic use. Ta iwa n wa s t he United States’ ninth-largest expor t market for farm and food products in 2018. Erica Quinlan can be reached at 800-426-9438, ext. 193, or equinlan@agrinews-pubs.com. Follow her on Twitter at: @AgNews_Quinlan.

IDEAg Northern Illinois Farm Show canceled for 2020 By Martha Blum

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DEKALB, Ill. — The IDEAg Northern Illinois Farm Show is canceled for 2020. This show typically has been held during the first week of January for the past 37 years. It has been located at the Convocation Center on the campus of Northern Illinois University since 2003. Prior to 2003, the annual event featuring a wide variety of agricultural businesses was in

Rockford. “Many factors went into our decision,” said Niki Jones, marketing manager for IDEAg, about canceling the show for the upcoming year. “We want to provide farmers the best experience possible, and we believe that given the current agriculture industry environment, now is a good time to revamp our show with the goal of ramping up the education and information farmers need to be successful,” Jones said.

IDEAg, which organizes several farm shows, including events in Minnesota, South Dakota and Texas, has plans for a new show. “We look forward to planning a new and improved farm show for future years and bringing area farmers the experiences, products and services they need in one place,” Jones said. “We want to provide a valuable experience for them and therefore need time to re-evaluate how we best accomplish that goal.”

In addition to meeting with fertilizer, grain handling, pest control, insurance, precision ag product and many other companies during the farm show, farmers also had the opportunity to gather information for their operations during the educational presentations. “We believe farm shows are of great importance to the farming community, and we hope farmers share that view,” Jones said. “Many shows still exist that meet those needs, and we hope farmers seek them out.”

AgriNews will publish the program guides for the Greater Peoria Farm Show Dec. 3-5 at the Peoria Civic Center in Peoria, the Quad Cities Farm Equipment Show Jan. 19-21 at the QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island and the Midwest AG Expo Jan. 29-30 at Gordyville USA in Gifford. Martha Blum can be reached at 815-223-2558, ext. 117, or marthablum@agrinews-pubs. com. Follow her on Twitter at: @AgNews_Blum.

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2020 SEED SELECTION

Diverse genetics can mitigate risk By Tom C. Doran

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DECATUR, Ill. — As the growing season that most want to forget nears the end, farmers will turn their focus toward seed selection for 2020. “Obviously, that seed decision has to happen pretty quickly. It would be nice to think everyone could order their seed in January and February and it would all show up, but industry-wide we just have to order things early and especially with the way the crops are this year,” said Mike K avanaug h, Ag r iGold product manager. Seed consideration should include genetic diversity and maturities to reduce risk. “Let’s not stack up on all full-season hybrids. Let’s make sure we’re spacing them out. If you’re in a 110-day zone, maybe you get some hybrids that are 107-, 108-, 110-, 111-day. Get a couple of hybrids in the 112- to 114-day range. Space them out. That way, if we end up having a wet season next year you’re backing yourself up, lowering your risk on maturity, and you’re also lowering your risk on genetics and putting things in the right spot,” Kavanaugh said. EARLY CHALLENGES Kavanaugh called 2019 “a vicious year to a corn and soybean crop, but in a lot of areas it was vicious, but yet it’s been s ome w hat forgiving to this point.” “Some things that we were reKavanaugh ally concerned about early on were how this crop actually went into the ground. It went in wet. It went in sloppy for the most part, and in most of the areas across the country with a lot of that sidewall compaction and everything, a lot of these hybrids were able to grow through it just simply because we got adequate rains in most areas throughout the season,” he said. “These hybrids have really shown their resiliency and the genetics have really proved to us that they can take a beating and continue to do something out there. But, of course, you still have those pockets of yellow saturated areas that are still a train wreck.” Kavanaugh doesn’t agree with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s initial forecast of 169.5 bushels per acre for a national corn average or the 168.5 bushels per acre that came out in September. “P ro Fa r mer ca me out with a 163.3 and as a agronomy team we’re probably more in the 160 range, give or take a bushel, somewhere between let’s say 159 and 162ish. I feel like that’s a lot closer to where it’s at,” he said. “Obviously, things we’re worried about now is getting this crop ﬁnished.” MATURITY SWITCHES With the delayed plantings to start the season, Kavanaugh noted there was some switching to earlier maturities that can impact yields. “It’s really hard to quantify how much maturity switching. We swapped out probably 20% north of I-80 in Illinois, north of Indianapolis and parts of Ohio. Let’s say growers had 110 to 114 in the shed. They swapped that out for 102 to 108 and that made up for about 20% of our sales. Now that in itself I think is going to impact the ﬁnal yields also,” he said. “Yes, we’re going to get good yields out of that corn, but we’ve found that the fuller season hybrids — pushing a maturity as full as you can at a certain latitude — your opportunity for highest yields are the best. “We’ve talked to so

many growers at the Farm Progress Show who said that yield is not everything. They look at other features, as well such as standability. “We had two growers who said when they were trying to ﬁgure out what they wanted to use, they wanted an earlier hybrid, but they also wanted something that was going to stand to Thanksgiving and Christmas because they knew it was going to take some abuse out there.”

Triple-stack soybeans near launch By Tom C. Doran

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DECATUR, Ill. — The commercial release of the industry’s first triple-stack soybean trait is expected for 2020. Bayer’s XtendFlex soybeans will be tolerant to glyphosate, dicamba and glufosinate. “We’re really excited about this trait launch because of the extra flexibility that it will give farmers for their resistant and tough to manage weeds as this trait will have tolerance to three different modes of action,” said Lisa Streck, Bayer North American soybean launch lead. The commercial release

is pending on approval by the European Union. China, Philippines and other relevant export partners already have approved XtendFlex soybeans. University re- Streck searchers have found weeds that have development resistance to multiple modes of action, often in the same plant. With tolerance to three herbicides, farmers will gain another pre-emergence or post-emergence option in managing tough-tocontrol weeds, including waterhemp, Palmer ama-

ranth and marestail. “ T hat’s one of the reasons we’re excited about this trait is because of the ex tra f lex ibility that it will provide farmers where they can have multiple modes of action on their fields to help control weed resistance as that continues to be a challenge for many farmers,” Streck said. The Roundup Ready 2 Xtend soybeans launched a few years ago not only provided tolerance to both dicamba and glyphosate herbicides, it didn’t sac-

riﬁce yields for the additional trait. Streck added that the new triple-stack continues that trend. “The XtendFlex soybeans are built on the pr oven p er for m a nc e of our Roundup Ready Xtend. We’ve had Ground Breaker program trials out this summer and we have gotten a lot of positive feedback from our growers on what they’re seeing in their ﬁelds and are anxiously awaiting results this fall,” she said. Tom C. Doran can be reached at 815-780-7894 or tdoran@agrinewspubs.com. Follow him on Twitter at: @AgNews_ Doran.

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Harvesting Hope helps women in recovery By Alex Acquisto

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BEREA, Ky. (AP) — On a recent morning, Rhonda Yarnell was bent over, gently pulling cherry tomatoes off a vine at Berea Urban Farm. It was just after 9 a.m. and quiet, except for the low hum of Cicadas and the occasional meowing of the farm cat, Zorro. Yarnell, 43, tasted one. Warm and full of flavor, she handed one to Nikka Dykes, 31, who was wearing a shirt that said, “Onions not opioids.” “Isn’t that good?” Yarnell asked. Dykes took a bite and reached for another. She and Yarnell, along with nearly 30 other women in addiction recover y, planted these tomatoes and a bevy of other produce earlier this year on the roughly one-acre farm. They did so as some of the first graduates of Harvesting Hope, a grassroots educational and vocational program for women enrolled in Liberty Place, a long-term substance abuse recovery program in nearby Richmond. Kentucky has been one of the states hit hardest by the drug crisis, which has killed more than 6,600 people since 2014 — the state’s fatal overdose rates dropped in 2018 for the first time in five years — and has affected thousands more. Many with a history of addiction also carry with them criminal charges, which makes finding employ ment challenging, exacerbating the already rocky road to recovery. IN THE BEGINNING Harvesting Hope founders Cheyenne and Richard Olson understand this. Former college educators, the couple owns and lives on the farm, a stone’s throw from downtown and nearby Berea College, where they in 2005 started Sustainable Berea. The idea for Harvesting Hope was planted in 2018 out of a desire to lend a hand to local women struggling with opioid use disorder and help reduce the stigma of addiction, especially in the workplace, said Cheyenne, who got the idea after a documentary screening one night in 2017 on the epidemic’s effect in Eastern Kentucky. The goal is to position each graduate for a life of sobriety and gainful employment, the Olson’s said. Using a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and money raised through fundraising, they pooled their urban farm resources to start the program a year ago. Since then, nearly 30 women from Liberty Place have graduated. They recently applied for a larger grant through the Department of Labor, which would allow the program to serve up to 60 women over the next two years and allow them to hire two graduates on the farm part-time. “It is important for people working with the pro-

“When we got here, none of this stuff was growing. It was still just soil. We got to plant it, watch it grow. I got to harvest it.” Yarnell, graduate HARVESTING HOPE

gram to understand addiction and the many issues that need to be dealt with to be ready to enter the workforce and stay sober and employed,” Cheyenne said. “No one understands these issues more than a recovered addict.” Yarnell, a self-described “chronic relapser,” gets it. “I have charges on my record where I didn’t ever feel like anybody would trust me,” she said. “I don’t want to be that person anymore.” A BETTER FUTURE Har vesting Hope teaches the basics of farming, emphasizes the restorative nature of the physical work it takes to grow something to completion and the value of providing that harvest to the community. But it also gives these women a chance to earn money, to become financially literate, learn about job opportunities and to take classes through the New Opportunity School for Women. Its tack toward job readiness is a model echoed by other addiction recovery programs across Kentucky. Namely because gainful employment greatly reduces the chances of relapse for those in recovery, said Dr. Amanda FallinBennett, an assistant professor in the University of Kentucky College of Nursing. A steady job begets other successes. It allows one the freedom to choose to live in a safe and sober place, the ability to pay for insurance to access substance use disorder treatment, and it gives one a predictable schedule again, said Fallin-Bennett, who’s also the program director for Voices of Hope, a recovery support services organization in Lexington. Criminal records, gaps in employment, or the stigma associated with drug use, however, can pose a threat to one’s marketability as an employee, she said. That’s in part why larger business organizations, including the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, are touting the benefits of employing people in recovery. “People who are in recovery actually take less unscheduled time off than their peers, and they stay with employers at almost identical rates as their coworkers,” Fallin-Bennett said. But what the program also offers is more intangible. And for most of these women, who’ve spent time in and out of jail, prison and other treatment pro-

On Labor Day, Yarnell where she tries to visit at of this stuff was growing,” grams, those offerings are just as, if not more import- celebrated a year sober. least once a week. she said, motioning to And she plans to keep it “I didn’t see the beauty vines and bushes, heavy ant. that way, in part by stay- in anything before,” she with produce. “It was still ing in Berea after she said, starting to cry. STEP BY STEP just soil. We got to plant “I got to do all this. it, watch it grow. I got to Liberty Place Program leaves treatment and to Director Alisha Wilhoit keep working on the farm, When we got here, none harvest it.” said the recovery program is based on a 12-step model. “We learn we’ve got to change everything about our previous thinking and actions,” she said. “In recovery, there’s a sense of, I’ve worked for this, so I’m going to work harder RHINO TS12 STEALTH 12FT BATWING MOWER TRACTORS to keep it.” WOODS S20CD FLAIL SHREDDER 2013 CIH 550 QUADTRAC, PTO, GUIDANCE, 3100 HRS Dykes better underYETTER 3541 40FT ROTARY HOE 2015 CIH 370 STEIGER, GUIDANCE, 3PT, PTO, 1500 HRS GEHL 1540 FORAGE BLOWER stands that now. 2000 CIH 9330, 3PT, PTO, 4800 HRS CENTURY 1300HD PULL TYPE SPRAYER “You know, I couldn’t 2010 CIH MAGNUM 335, PS, MFD, 1200 HRS NI 3722 MANURE SPREADER accompl i sh bei ng a 2012 CIH MAGNUM 290, PS, MFD, GUIDANCE. 1480 HRS CIH L570 LOADER mother, I couldn’t be a 2015 CIH MAGNUM 240, CVT, SUSP, 1700 HRS WOODS 1050 3PT BACKHOE good girlfriend. 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Now, “if I tell you I’m going to do something, I do it,” she said. “My family, they’ve got to see the growth in me, because I show up differently for them now.” When she graduated the four week program earlier this summer, so many of her relatives showed up, she said, they filled a whole row of seats. But her gains haven’t come without loss. In June, her oldest sister overdosed on fentanyl, a fully synthetic opioid responsible for the largest portion of the state’s overdose deaths.

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REDS ROLLING ON THE RIVER NATIONAL RED ANGUS CONVENTION

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“we got a 1 million pound contract” from these buyers. “That’s the kind of stories we have to keep telling,” he said. “To me, Red Angus cattle are a great value,” he said. “Red Angus cattle deliver quality, cutability and a more consistent product.”

DUBUQUE, Iowa — Tyson Foods focuses on purchasing efficient-yielding cattle, but more importantly, quality cattle. “One of the things we say at Tyson is taste the difference,” said Bob Scherer, associate director of procurement for Tyson Foods. “There is a difference and getting to that difference, you have to have a network of people,” Scherer said during a presentation at the Reds Rolling on the River National Red Angus Convention. “When buying cattle, you better have good experience,” Scherer stressed. “The combined years of buying cattle are 1,320 for our employees, and the average years with the company are 22.” Tyson follows the supplier creed. “We’re as transparent as we can be, and we want people to come to our plants and see what we’re doing,” Scherer said. “One thing I really enjoy is getting face to face with cow/ calf ranchers, but more importantly bringing customers to them because the more you can educate, the cooler the story is,” he said. Last year, Scherer met with a group of buyers from New York City. “They were from a pretty high-end burger joint, and we took them through the packing house, spent time at the feed yard looking at natural cattle and that night we loaded up the trucks and went up to the Sandhills,” he said. “The pairs were coming to the trucks, and they were shocked that the animals would come right to them sitting in the back of a pickup.” Two weeks later, Scherer said,

SETTING THE STANDARD The Beef Quality Assurance program, Scherer said, makes everybody in the business — including packers, cow/calf producers, finish feeders and truckers — better. “A lot of this is getting mandated to the packer by the customers, and the last thing you want to do is lose a customer,” he said. “We have big players that want to go to Progressive Beef, which is BQA on steroids,” he said. “It’s a lot of paperwork to record things from scrubbing water tanks to labeling grease tubs in the machine shop, but you have to have accountability.” The Progressive Beef program has three core pillars — cattle care, food safety and sustainability. “If we want this industry to continue, we’ve got to do the right things, the right way, each and every time,” Scherer said. “Almost half of the cattle we harvest yearly are enrolled in this program, and they will say it made them a better finisher/ feeder in efficiencies.” Tyson Foods, Scherer said, knows the importance of staying involved it all of their communities. “Without our hourly team members, we’re nothing,” he said. “We’re talking 3,500 employees in a packing house and when we’re short 100 people, that’s tough because we have to drop chain speeds to make up for people not being there.” The company focuses on satisfying its customers’ needs. “They are the driver of our business, and when they demand a product to certain spec, we will make it for them,” Scherer said.

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“To me, Red Angus cattle are a great value. Red Angus cattle deliver quality, cutability and a more consistent product.”

Bob Scherer, associate director of procurement TYSON FOODS

THE MORE YOU KNOW He encourages cattlemen to get the certification for producing non-hormone treated cattle. “If you don’t get NHTC certification, you have a commodity animal and you’re at the mercy of the market,” he said. “If cattle are trading at $165, you get nothing else, but if you have NHTC then you get $165 and the premium on top of that.” In addition to the NHTC program, Scherer said, Tyson Foods also markets products through its Open Prairie Natural Meats program. “We take red and black Angus cattle for this program, and we’re 100% third-party verified,” he said. “We want EID tags in their ears because it’s a pretty cheap insurance policy for when cattle disease happens, and I want the cow/calf guy to get all his information back,” he said. “I’m a firm believer of giving data back and we are set up in all our plants to run the cattle through the reader and within 30 seconds I have verification on 100% of the cattle.” Retailers, food service and institutions are looking for higher quality cattle, Scherer said. “We run from 9% to 10% Prime in all our plants, and during the winter months, it’s as high as 18% Prime,” he said. “That’s what the consumer wants today.” For more information about the Red Angus Association of America, go to: www.redangus. org.

A farm of many families Consistency key for cattlefeeding company By Martha Blum

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DUBUQUE, Iowa — Five Rivers Cattle Feeding is a farm of many families. The company has 11 feedyards in six states, including Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, Idaho and Arizona. “We are the largest cattle-feeding company in the world, and we hold about 1 million head of cattle at one time,” said Tony Bryant, director of nutrition and research for Five Rivers Cattle Feeding. “We make about 25 million pounds of feed every day, and we have to be consistent in how we feed cattle,” Bryant said during a presentation at the Reds Rolling on the River National Red Angus Convention. “We buy and sell about 30,000 head of cattle per week.” The history of the company dates back to the 1940s and 1950s. “The Monfort family was a pioneer family in the packing industry and cattle feeding,” Bryant said. “They built the first really big feedyard north of Greeley, Colorado.” In 2005, Five Rivers Cattle Feeding was formed. “In 2018, we were acquired by Pinnacle Arcadia Cattle Partners, which is a mutual fund for teachers’ pension funds,” Bryant said. “This has been a good change for us because we are back to the feel of a small company.” “Five Rivers is unique because we buy and sell all our cattle at the feedyards and we’re responsible for buying all the commodities,” he said. “It’s pretty intense and a lot of pressure.” GOING NATURAL The company started its Aspen Ridge Natural Program through the Kuner Feedlot in 2011. “It is a never-ever program, so the cattle do not receive hormones, antibiotics or animal byproducts back to birth,”

Bryant said. “The program is third-party verified.” Five Rivers also has a non-hormone treated cattle program, and these cattle are source and age verified. “We are looking for double certified cattle for natural and NHTC,” Bryant said. “It’s more legwork for the producers, but it results in more utilization of the carcass.” More of the company’s customers are demanding traceability of the cattle. “With double certification, part of the carcass can stay domestically and parts like the tongues which people in the U.S. don’t typically want to eat can go to China,” Bryant said. “Then the packers can pay more for the feeders and the feeders can pay more for the cattle,” he said. “It’s a good thing for the whole industry to use as much of the carcass as we can and add value to the whole carcass.” Some cattlemen fear the process to achieve non-hormone treated cattle verification. “The first time you do it, it’s a little intense, but once you get approved, it’s pretty easy,” Bryant said. “It’s more recordkeeping, and I think we’ve only had one producer out of thousands that wasn’t approved.” Selling non-hormone treated cattle provides value for cattlemen. “You can differentiate your cattle and get more revenue for them,” Bryant said. FACTS ARE FACTS Today’s consumers are more educated. “That doesn’t mean they know the truth, but they read a lot more,” Bryant said. “And people are definitely more opinionated.” About 200 tour groups visit the Kuner Feedlot each year. “We get people with different backgrounds, and it’s amazing how in depth consumers have gotten to ask the right questions,” Bryant said. “I have people say to me that the feedyard is better than they thought it was and the cattle have a good home.” Providing tours of the feedyards is important for the company, Bryant said. “Our job is to dispel myths

“Five Rivers is unique because we buy and sell all our cattle at the feedyards and we’re responsible for buying all the commodities. It’s pretty intense and a lot of pressure.” Tony Bryant, director of nutrition and research FIVE RIVERS CATTLE FEEDING

they’ve been told or read on social media,” he said. Traceability is vital for the cattle industry, Bryant said. “We’re the only major country without traceability,” he said. “Consumers want to know where cattle come from, how they were treated and if they had a good home.” Placing healthy cattle into the feedyards is a priority for Five Rivers. “I can’t state that enough — vaccinating cattle properly is important, and we’re big proponents of two rounds of vaccine,” Bryant said. “Weaning is a big deal, and we have more success the longer the cattle are weaned,” he said. “I bought a lot of cattle two years ago that were 45 days weaned, and now I’ve pushed that to 60 days. The difference those 15 days made was a huge deal for health.” Bryant places both weaned and unweaned cattle into the Five Rivers feedyards. “But I only have so much room for unweaned cattle,” he said. “So, I pick and choose which ones I take, and I’ve turned a ton of those down the last few weeks.” For more information about the Five Rivers Cattle Feeding, go to: www.fiveriverscattle. com. Martha Blum can be reached at 815-223-2558, ext. 117, or marthablum@agrinews-pubs. com. Follow her on Twitter at: @AgNews_Blum.

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Indiana has gone from no turbines a decade ago to 12th among states for wind power today.

State sees surge in wind turbines INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana has experienced a surge in wind farm construction during the past decade that’s given the state the nation’s 12th-highest number of wind turbines. But some renewable energy advocates say Indiana risks being outpaced by other states unless it does more to encourage commercial wind power, the Indianapolis Business Journal reported. Since 2008, developers have installed more than 1,000 wind turbines across Indiana, primarily on 16 large wind farms that produce 2,317 megawatts of electricity — enough to power more than 1 million homes. Another 1,130 megawatts of new wind capacity are under construction or in advanced development across the state, from modest projects to major wind farms. That’s caught the eye of the American Wind Energy Association, which represents wind-power project developers and equipment suppliers. The Washington, D.C.-based trade association said in August that it would host its 2021 CleanPower conference and trade show in Indianapolis, based on the “immense potential Indiana has to be among the leading states for wind energy.” But renewable energy advocate say Indiana needs clear, uniform rules on locating wind farms to attract more investments. Indiana also has no renewable-energy standard. Such standards already in place in 29 other states require that a certain percentage of the electricity that utilities sell comes from renewable resources. Indiana’s lack of a renewableenergy standard shows that the state “could be a little bit more progressive” in encouraging the development of clean energy sources, said Ben Inskeep, senior energy policy analyst in Indianapolis with EQ Research, a North Carolina-based cleanenergy consulting firm. Adopting a standard would create a guaranteed market for renewable-energy companies,

said Kerwin Olson, executive director of Citizens Action Coalition of Indiana. “It’s time for Indiana to step it up and put policies in place which encourage the development of renewable-energy projects, or we will continue to lose big to states like Iowa and Texas, which recognize the enormous economic benefits that wind can provide,” he said. A decade ago, Indiana had almost no commercial wind power beyond a few small windmills that pumped water on farms. But the wind industry has boomed since then, driven largely by falling costs and rising demand by large customers and utilities for renewable energy. Indiana ranks 12th among states for wind power, owing in part to its flat terrain that leads to higher wind speeds, especially across northern Indiana, according to the American Wind Energy Association. Wind power accounts for 5% of Indiana’s electricity, while coal generates 70% of Indiana’s power. Coal power generation has fallen as utilities replace coalburning power plants with cleaner or cheaper energy sources, such as natural gas, solar and wind, but Indiana is still the nation’s second-largest state in coal consumption. Some of Indiana’s biggest advocates of wind power are electric utilities. Last year, Northern Indiana Public Service Co. said it would retire four of its five remaining coal-fired electric burning units within five years and the other within a decade. The Merrillville-based utility plans to generate 65% of its power from wind, solar and other renewables by 2028. But a growing number of Indiana communities have restricted wind farms, saying they are too large and intrusive. In May, northwestern Indiana’s Tippecanoe County banned wind turbines taller than 140 feet — in effect rejecting commercial turbines that often tower 300 to 600 feet high, after some residents complained about potential harm to property values.

Association showcases hemp as multiuse crop DECATUR, Ill. (AP) — The National Hemp Association showcased the versatility of hemp during the recent Farm Progress Show in central Illinois. Representatives of the hemp association used the event to demonstrate how hemp can be used in dietary supplements and body care products, but that it also has industrial applications, the Herald & Review in Decatur reported. Industrial uses for hemp include textiles, automotive, aviation and energy storage, building materials and paper, Geoff Whaling, chairman of the association, said. Hemp provides an excellent natural alternative to cotton, which is the most widely used raw material for textile production, Whaling said. The automotive and aviation industries can use hemp bio-composites in multiple applications such as door panels, window pillars, package trays, truck liners and luggage racks. These bio-composites are cheaper and reduce fuel consumption when used in place of fiberglass composites, according to the National Hemp Association. Cameron McIntosh was tout-

ing Hempcrete, a bio-composite material that he said is resistant to mold, mildew and pests and can be used for insulation. McIntosh is the president and principal owner of Americhanvre, a hempcrete installation company. “You’re trapping the carbon inside rather than creating more so this is more environmentally friendly,” McIntosh said. “It really improves the quality of life within the structure, as well because it is managing the moisture and humidity.” The 2018 farm bill permitted industrial hemp farming for the first time in the United States, but Whaling said some people have been resistant to hemp as a crop because they struggle to differentiate between hemp and its close cousin, marijuana. “Hemp is cannabis, but it is not marijuana. Marijuana has THC, whereas hemp does not,” he said. Sam Kupferschmid, a 32-yearold Bloomington corn and soybean farmer, said he is considering growing hemp. “As a grower in the market I like to come and check out what is the latest and greatest,” Kupferschmid said. “I’d like to get educated on (hemp) more.”

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A common question from pumpkin growers is how much nitrogen should be applied to pumpkins. The short answer is it depends on soil type. Extension staff members have researched variable rates and application techniques. They welcome questions at 618-687-1727.

Pumpkin, cowpea advice at Twilight Meeting finale By Karen Binder

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University of Illinois Extension educator Nathan Johanning shared the benefit of rediscovering cowpeas as a cover crop, especially when paired with pearl barley. He noted that this pearl barley was allowed to grow to seed to show its seed spires — it was immediately cut following the meeting so it wouldn’t contribute too much to the seed bank.

Along with the surge in healthy foods is a growing demand for hulless pumpkin seeds used for bulk packaging and in energy bars, granolas, trail mixes and other ready-to-eat foods.

MURPHYSBORO, Ill. — A bounty of information about all kinds of produce which thrive in southern Illinois capped off the fifth season of the University of Illinois Extension’s Southern Illinois Twilight Meetings. Dozens of folks recently gathered at Extension’s Murphysboro location to learn more about field trials, research and general advice on pumpkins, cowpeas, asparagus, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, high tunnel production and more.

While the evening was led by U of I educator Nathan Johanning, the region’s small farms, agronomy and other agrelated staff also were on hand to dole out free advice and guidance. Even Bryan Shupe of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service was on hand to share details and answer questions about the service’s EQIP matching grant program in regard to high tunnel construction projects. This free meeting concluded a season that included visits to Double Star Farms in Ben-

High tunnels allow for extended seasons for all kinds of vegetables, including these peppers.

ton, Mileur Orchards in Murphysboro and Dixon Springs Agricultural Research Center in Simpson. Extension staff organized these on-site visits to offer hands-on opportunities to learn more about specialty crops production, but also marketing, business practices, food safety issues and other information essential for successful small farm operations. The meetings typically run monthly from May to August. Watch for announcements at Unit 26’s new website, https:// extension.illinois.edu/fjprw.

Not to forget the blooming cut flower market, snapdragons, as well as strawflowers, zinnias and other colorful annuals, thrive well in high tunnels.

Study highlights nitrogen efficiency gains in corn hybrids WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — During the past 70 years, hybrid corn varieties have increased both yield and nitrogen use efficiency at nearly the same pace, largely by preserving leaf function during grain filling. The Purdue University study’s findings offer strategies for corn breeders who want to continue to improve yields and nutrient efficiencies. Decades of genetic improvements in corn have led to a fourfold increase in grain yield since the 1930s, before hybrids were widely used. But those yields also required increases in nitrogen application, and loss of excess nitrogen can damage water and air quality as well as wildlife. Tony Vyn, the Corteva Agriscience Henry A. Wallace Chair in Crop Sciences and a professor in Purdue’s Department of Agronomy, wanted to know how corn plants have historically utilized nitrogen — especially in reproductive growth — so that breeders can make informed decisions with future hybrids. He and his former doctoral student, Sarah Mueller, obtained seed and grew seven commercially important Pioneer hybrids, approximately one from each decade between 1946 and 2015. They were grown side by side under a range of nitrogen managements and analyzed at several stages of growth through maturity to understand nitrogen uptake and distribution throughout plant tissues. “There’s been a progressive

An early corn hybrid from 1958 (right) versus a more modern hybrid from 2015 (left). The modern crops retain leaf nitrogen longer, keeping leaves green for continued photosynthesis that allows plants to increase kernel number and size. improvement in nitrogen use efficiency in corn hybrids. That’s coming about as yields have increased while modern hybrids were able to capture more and more of the fertilizer nitrogen applied,” said Vyn, whose findings were published in the journal Scientific Reports. Over the last 70 years, genetic improvements have led

to an 89 percent increase in grain yields and a 73 percent increase in nitrogen use efficiency from early hybrids to today, the study finds. “There’s been a plateau in nitrogen fertilizer rates applied to corn in the U.S. since the 1980s,” Vyn said. “But we’re capturing more of the fertilizer we apply so that less is lost while more of the

nitrogen captured by the plant is creating grain. In our case, we’ve documented progression from creating 42 pounds of grain per pound of nitrogen taken up in the plant to 65 pounds of grain. “That essentially means that we’ve not necessarily sacrificed the environment in realizing much higher yields now than we did 50 or 70 years ago.”

Vyn’s team found that more modern hybrid corn kernels get much of their nitrogen from corn stems. That’s key, he said, because it’s important to keep as much nitrogen as possible in leaves so that plants can meet the assimilate requirements inherent in the increased corn kernel numbers and kernel size that are foundational in achieving higher grain yields. “Kernels are going to pull nitrogen from somewhere in the plant. Stems contribute almost nothing to photosynthesis, but keeping nitrogen concentrations in the leaves higher for more of the growing season allows for more photosynthesis and improved yields,” Vyn said. He added that the findings offer breeders suggestions for how to continue to make improvements in yield and nitrogen use efficiency, focusing on the timing and movement of nitrogen through stems and into kernels. Corteva Agriscience, of which Pioneer Hybrid International is a part, donated seeds for the research, blindly analyzed tissue samples and provided funding to hire undergraduate student workers and for field and laboratory supply and equipment rental expenses. Sarah Mueller’s doctoral studies at Purdue were supported by a scholarship from the Indiana Corn Marketing Council. Vyn was funded through a U.S. Department of Agriculture Hatch grant.

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Tri Green Tractor and Troxel Equipment announce merger BLUFFTON, Ind. — John Deere Co. announced on Sept. 5 the business merger of Troxel Equipment and Tri Green Tractor to form TTG Equipment. Both companies are longtime family-owned John Deere dealerships serving their respective communities with John Deere agricultural, turf and compact construction equipment. Troxel has been serving the needs of customers in northeast Indiana since the 1960s with locations in Bluffton, Huntington and Wabash. Tri Green Tractor was created in 2011 by a merger of three John Deere dealers in north-central

Indiana. Those John Deere dealerships were known as Harper Implement, Green Power Inc. and JacksonLee-Pearson. TTG Equipment’s nine locations include Bluff-ton, Flora, Frankfort, Huntington, Lafayette Turf, Logansport, Swayzee Ag, Swayzee Turf and Wabash. The company’s CEO is Dave Troxel with a board of directors including Dave Troxel, Jameson Ringger, Jason Pearson, Patti Troxel and Rex Riggs. TTG Equipment employs over 200 people throughout the region as it continues its heritage in the John Deere agribusiness, turf

and compact construction business, as well as the grain handling business. “This merger of our two companies becomes a tremendous benefit to all parties concerned. This includes our longstanding and future customers, our employees and our communities. Both companies are family-owned, and the values we share made this a perfect match for our future growth in the agricultural, turf and compact construction business. I’m excited about this great opportunity,” Troxel said. PROVIDED PHOTO For more information about T TG Equipment, Troxel Equipment and Tri Green Tractor have merged together as one and are now TTG visit TTGequipment.com. Equipment. Owners are Jameson Ringger (from left), Jason Pearson, Dave Troxel and Rex Riggs.

Technology keeps farmers on job longer By Andrew Soergel

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ALEX ANDRIA, Ind. (AP) — At 79 years old, Art McManus says he’s still able to hop on the tractor and maintain the 160 acres of cherry trees at his orchard in Traverse City, Michigan. His children have gone on to start lives of their own, though he gets some help running his farmers market from his daughterin-law. But he hires seasonal help to keep the cherry operation moving. “I’ve been at it all my life,” he said. “I enjoy it.” For McManus and many farmers across the country, assistive technology, help from seasonal hires and family members and a general improvement in the health of U.S. seniors in recent decades have helped them remain productive well into their 60s, 70s and beyond. Farmers staying on the job longer can restrict land options of younger farmers, making it harder for beginners to crack into the industry, experts say. They worry that without

the older farmers, there might not be enough younger people interested in agriculture to support America’s food production needs. “It’s a problem,” said Milt McGiffen, an agronomist, plant physiologist and researcher at the University of California, Riverside. “There isn’t a magic bullet to fix it. And the other problem is you have less people going into ag and you need more food coming out the other end” with a growing U.S. population. In the United States last year, the median age for domestic farmers, ranchers and other agricultural managers was 56.4 years old. That’s the highest median age of any major occupation tracked by the government’s Current Population Sur vey for which data was available. The age has ticked up by half a year since 2012, despite the median age of the entire labor force falling slightly over the same period. Nearly 29% of farmers were at least 65 years of age last year, and less than 13% were under the age of 35. Experts say steep equipment costs, limited land availabilit y and

competition from older farmers are among the reasons younger workers st r ug g le to est ablish themselves. “With the cost of land and equipment, I don’t know how you can make it work (as a young farmer). It’ll cost $1 million to get into it,” McManus said. Agriculture’s age imbalance and the barriers to entry for young farmers have not gone unnoticed by U.S. lawmakers. A House panel planned a hearing July 25 to start addressing the challenges faced by new farmers. “It’s important and it’s my job to ensure Congress and this administration hear these stories loud and clear,” said Democratic Rep. Abby Finkenauer of Iowa, who leads the House Small Business subcommittee that deals with rural development and agriculture. With time and money invested in land and equipment, some older farmers are reluctant to cede their operations to younger workers. Technological advancements have made it easier for them to work longer, according to agriculture workers and experts. “When it comes to ma-

chine work, climbing in and out of the (tractor) is about as much energy as it requires to do things. And in terms of steering, auto guidance has just been a freaking game changer,” said John Phipps, 71, a commentator for “Farm Journal” and “Top Producer” magazines who maintains more than 2,000 acres of farmland with his son in eastern Illinois. McManus said cellphones also have been “a big help to keep track of the help and what’s going on,” though a recent car accident and subsequent back surgery have forced him to more actively consider stepping away from the operation. Many farmers who need help because of aging or disability, turn to Agrability, a partially governmentfunded program that helps them more easily maintain their farms. Bill Field, a professor of agricultural and biological engineering at Purdue University and the project director at Agrability’s national hub in Indiana, said more than 1,500 consultants were sent to individual farms last year to assess the need and determine what resources might be available.

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From The Fields

MAKE HARVEST MORE EFFICIENT WITH HELP FROM A CHANNEL SEEDSMAN. FIND YOURS AT CHANNEL.COM/HARVESTPLANNING Rains settling dust

The Northern Indiana Historical Power Association in I’ve been receiv- Valparaiso featured John Deere ing phone calls this weekend. Unfortunately, and messages the three-day show saw heavy from readers rains and lightning early Friday across the United afternoon cut their show short States from an that day, which would eventually article that was spoil their show over the weeksubmitted to end. My thoughts are with them Farm & Ranch Living by one of as I understand how much work our lady huskers, Lois Hoffman. goes into an event, just to have If you get a chance, read it. She Mother Nature pull the plug. did a great job. We do delay our corn husking Northern Indiana farmers that contest for lightning, but we planted crops in April prior to will have our contest no matter heavy rains or those with early what, even if it’s raining. We may varieties were making progress in have to resort to all horses if it the fields with corn and soybean continues to rain, but we hope to harvest. D & L Drainage said the have six horse teams and a few ditching machine was pulling hard tractors pulling wagons. We also as they laid tile near the jobsite, have a gentleman from Nappanee and very little moisture was seen that plans to bring a groundat 5 feet. One farmer said he’d like driven corn stomper. Area equipto see just enough rain to settle ment dealerships plan to bring the dust as they’d been chopping equipment to display for visitors. corn silage for three weeks and the We will have farm animal petting fields look like a dust bowl. and kids’ activity area and a local Winter wheat was sewn on church is providing food. several preventive plant acres in Clay Geyer the area prior to the heavy rains. BREMEN Monday through Friday, we had cool mornings and evenings with On the bright side a gradual warm-up throughout The homethe day. Friday afternoon, severe stretch of 2019 storms moved in with heavy is here. Well, not rains, hail, lightning and strong exactly. Still a lot winds, cancelling area high of harvest to go. school football games and knockWe got started ing out power to parts of St. with harvest this Joseph and Elkhart counties. week. We started By Saturday morning, it was shelling corn and were able to get still raining, leaving us with nice start, then switched gears 5 inches of rain, but that afand got everyone switched over ternoon, the sun would shine. to beans and now are running Sunday morning, we woke up to steady light rain, which switched hard on beans. Unfortunately, they’re very dry, averaging mostly to heavy rain by noon, giving us another inch. The rain gauge and under 12%, more towards the the swimming pool were running 10% moisture range — not our ideal harvest moisture for seed over. Luckily, we had a 5-gallon bucket under the bulk feed bin to beans, but the high heat really changed them fast. measure rainfall. We totaled up The corn was surprisingly drier 6.25 inches over the weekend.

than we expected. Hoping we can utilize the heat and get several acres dried down naturally this coming week. Yields are all over the place, beans and corn alike. Unfortunately, we have wet farms still that need tile, and they are really showing it. We are seeing tile advantage of yield increases in the neighborhood of 50-plus bushels in corn for I don’t know how many years running now. We are a long ways from having 2019 behind us, but the start of harvest is the signal of the end of a year of nothing but constant struggle. As we get beans and corn harvested and start preparing for 2020 with fertilizer application, cover crops and wheat, all we can do is plan to knock it out of the park next year. Farmers are said to be the eternal optimist. I don’t know how you couldn’t be. With all the opportunities that do lie ahead of us, how can you not want to try again? I mean this seriously. There are struggles at every turn. But also in times like this, there are opportunities that come along. Be aware, and be on the look out. James Ramsey ARLINGTON

Meals in the field Another hot and productive week in southwestern Indiana. The fields of corn are rapidly disappearing, and the beans are not far behind. While corn moisture is down to 18%, bean moisture is running 12.5% to 14%. Bean yields are way above average, which is great news. We had a few glitches this week, which included a clutch that went out in a semi. This required an overnight in the repair shop. My go-fer

mobile has been hot on the road a couple of times. We are filling contracts, and we’ve started taking our soil samples. The weather forecast this week is more hot weather and no rain. This makes seven weeks of no significant moisture. September rainfall set a new low record since they started keeping track of rain totals. We finished at 0.06 inches. It hit 95 degrees during the Poseyville Autumnfest Parade Sunday afternoon. I made a pot of cauliflower cheese soup and a pot of chicken and dumplings this past week. This week’s menu includes chicken salad, broccoli salad, strombolis and scalloped oysters. There will be more added to the menu as the week progresses, but having a plan sure helps relieve stress in getting the week started. My safety tip this week is in regards to packing a nutritious lunchbox. Make sure there are plenty of fluids available, especially when it is this hot. Be sure to put enough ice packs in to keep all foods cold during the day. I usually make Mark two half sandwiches. He feels better not eating a big lunch, but grazing throughout the day. I always include an apple and a banana and sometimes some grapes or strawberries. Mark’s one demand is chips. It isn’t a lunch without them, although several days a week the bag comes back unopened. Then there are cookies, just in case the grandsons come out to ride with him, so he says. I know better. It gives me great joy to pack that lunchbox every morning knowing I’m keeping Mark well fed during these long days. Until next week, cook up something special and have a safe day. Sheryl Seib POSEYVILLE

Purdue field day provides info on small-farm crops WEST LAFAYET TE, Ind. — According to attendees and organizers alike, this year’s Purdue Small Farm Education Field Day, which consisted of lectures and on-farm demonstrations, provided excellent guidance for small-scale growers. Hosted by P urdue’s Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, the field day featured lectures on planting and sustainability, soil care, high tunnels, cover crops, small-scale equipment, food safety and more. The day started in a classroom and ended with participants watching and listening to demonstrations put on by Purdue staff at the Student Farm. “The event was a resounding success,” said Petrus Langenhoven, Purdue’s horticulture and hydroponics crop specialist in the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture. “Attendees love the fact that they can learn some theory in the classroom in the morning and then go for a hands-on session at the farm. It’s like you can feel the energy and passion of growers when they attend our field day.” Langenhoven said the event attracted three times as many participants than the first, which was held last summer. “We were surprised that interest has grown so much in one year, but it clearly shows that horticulture farmers in Indiana are in need of information to increase the profitability of their farming businesses,” he said. “Attendees were very engaged and showed lots of interest during the on-farm tours. Some of them have told me it was the best field day they have attended and that they will be back next year.” “We had more new attendees this year who complimented us on the program. Return attendees said they appreciate keeping up on new educational information to put to good use on their farms,” said Lori Jolly-Brown, Extension events and communications coordinator. Participants of the program were a diverse group — from beginners and experienced growers to hobbyists and small business

practitioners. Rocio Rodea, a teacher from Gary, came looking for advice she could apply to a community garden she helped establish and eventually will use as a tool for her students. She was particularly interested in the morning food safety session. Langenhoven said attendees in general were very attentive and asked a lot of good questions in the morning sessions. “I was super interested in the food safety portion because Gary has started to put on several farmers markets throughout the week, so every urban farm or garden will have its turn to host,” Rodea said. Sierra Yeary, a participant hoping to grow some vegetables for a brewery restaurant she is opening next year, learned about cool and warm season vegetables for the first time. “I didn’t even realize that we should be planting cover crops,” she said. “We only do tomatoes now, and they were saying in the session that we should be planting cool season veggies, too, to keep the soil going. I had no idea.” Along with a networking lunch, the afternoon consisted of six informational stations where attendees learned about high tunnel tomato and bell pepper production, the practical applications of leaf mold composting, field production of onions and tomatoes, the use of solar dryers for postharvest processing and vegetable wash station design. “The student farm was a hive of activity with over a hundred people enjoying the perfect weather and exchanging all manner of tricks of the trade,” said Steve Hallett, a professor of horticulture who presented one of the afternoon stations. Johnny Washington, a grower with a small vegetable market in Gary, said he learned new techniques to implement on his operation during the afternoon stations. “I don’t have a hoop house, so sometimes when it rains hard the dirt splashes up onto the leaves, and I learned that can cause diseases,” he said. “A light bulb sort of went on in my head — so I’ll be looking more closely into putting plastic around the base of the plants.”

Shelly Janowski and her husband attended the field day to learn new techniques and planning for their already-established small fruit and vegetable farm. “We’re looking at some

of their techniques of planting, weed suppression and harvesting,” she said. “This has been very valuable. If you can learn something to make things easier, to have it take less time or increase your pro-

duction, that could be a game-changer.” Demonstrations on how to use a rototiller, power harrow and tractormounted seeder were also part of the afternoon stations.

Crop Progress Last week was warmer and drier than normal, according to Greg Matli, State Statistician, USDA NASS, Indiana Field Office. In a normal year, these conditions would have been welcomed to assist with grain dry down; however, because of the late planting season, some crops suffered. Corn and soybeans in the central and southern part of the state suffered the most as rains there were absent. The only crops to benefit from the weather were early planted crops. Soil moisture conditions fell significantly last week, with 55% of Indiana topsoil now rated short or very short. Seed corn and silage harvest continued, as did tomato and apple harvest. Some early planted corn was harvested and a few farmers combined soybeans. The major farm activity for the week was readying equipment for harvest. Source: USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service, Great Lakes Regional Field Office.

Indiana Crop Progress Week ending Sept. 22, 2019 (% completed) 9/22 Last 5-yr 2019 year avg Corn dough 95 100 99 Corn dented 73 97 93 Corn mature 26 78 61 Corn harvested 3 16 11 Soybeans setting pods 95 100 100 Soybeans harvested 1 11 7 Winter wheat planted 2 8 5 Alfalfa hay 3rd cutting

Alfalfa hay 4th cutting

Other hay 3rd cutting

HERE ARE SOME HARVEST-TIME TIPS FROM CHANNEL SEEDSMEN As you are near or into harvest—depending on your location—you are no doubt busy with a million different things. Your local Channel Seedsman can help you determine your harvest priorities as part of the maturity stage of the Channel Field Check Up Series. This stage of the Field Check Up Series includes final preparations and inspections for harvest. Your Seedsman will evaluate the plant, looking for signs of stress and checking stalk strength to help prioritize fields for harvest. During the maturity stage, Seedsmen are in fields conducting kernel counts for yield estimations and push and pinch tests to assess dry down. Look to your Seedsman to help you recap your season performance with a Custom Crop Report and a plan that will help you maximize next year’s performance. Here are some harvest-time tips from Channel Seedsmen to help make sure you’ve taken care of all of the million things you need to do for a successful harvest.

YIELD DATA “I remind growers to update the firmware on their yield monitor to collect good yield data. That information is extremely useful for management zones and informs future management decisions.” Jason Young, Channel Seedsman

HARVESTING DOWNED CORN “It’s important to fine-tune the combine to run at slower speeds since they aren’t going to be running at capacity.” Tyler Roberts, Channel Seedsman

COMBINE SETTINGS “I tell my customers to check with their combine manufacturer to make sure they have the sieve settings correct. You don’t want any grain to come out of the combine – that’s just throwing money away.” Grant Bailey, Channel Seedsman

MAKE HARVEST MORE EFFICIENT WITH HELP FROM A CHANNEL SEEDSMAN. FIND YOURS AT CHANNEL.COM/HARVESTPLANNING ALWAYS READ AND FOLLOW IRM, WHERE APPLICABLE, GRAIN MARKETING AND ALL OTHER STEWARDSHIP PRACTICES AND PESTICIDE LABEL DIRECTIONS. Channel®, Channel® and the Arrow Design® and Seedsmanship At Work® are registered trademarks of Channel Bio, LLC. ©2019 Bayer Group. All rights reserved.

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AUCTIONS

Auction Calendar Fri., Oct. 4

Thurs., Oct. 10

MONROVIA, IND.: Large Public Auction, 9 a.m., Ted Everett & Kurt Everett, 317996-3929.

BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY, IND.: 130 +/- Acres in 2 Tracts, 6:30 p.m., Betty Pittman, Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800-424-2324.

Sat., Oct. 5 WATSEKA, ILL.: Estate Auction, 9 a.m., Estate of Marvin Perzee, Mowrey Auction Co., Inc., 815-8894191. LEWISBURG, KY.: 385 +/Acres in 14 Tracts, 10 a.m., Woodall Dairy Farms, Robert L. Blackford, 270725-0136.

Sat., Oct. 12 MOMENCE, ILL.: Collector Tractors, 10 a.m. CST, The Johnson Family, Polk Auction Company, 877-915-4440.

Tues., Oct. 15 ROCHESTER, IND.: 541.3 +/- Acres in 9 Tracts,

Classifieds inside To place your own advertisement, call 800-426-9438

OCTOBER 4, 2019 | B1 6 p.m. EST, Cummins Farms Rochester, Inc., Schrader Real Estate & Auction Company, Inc., 800-4512709. See p. B1

Wed., Oct. 16 WEST LAFAYETTE, IND.: 118.5 +/- Acres in 3 Tracts, 6 p.m. EST, Cummins Farms Rochester, Inc., Schrader Real Estate & Auction Company, Inc., 800-4512709. See p. B1

Mon., Oct. 28 MORGAN COUNTY, IND.: 621 +/- Acres in 11 Tracts, 6:30 p.m., Nancy A. Dorsett & Dorsett Bros. Inc., Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800424-2324. See p. B1

Thurs., Nov. 7 CLAY CITY, IND.: 100 Acres, 2 p.m., Donald L. Fields & Brenda S. French, Johnny Swalls, 812-495-6119. HUNTINGTON COUNTY, IND.: 203 +/- Acres in 5 Tracts, 6:30 p.m., Sycamore Ridge Farms, Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800-424-2324. See p. B1

Stewart Revocable Trust. Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800424-2324.

Tues., Nov. 12 WHITE COUNTY, IND.: 416 +/- Acres in 6 Tracts, 6:30 p.m., Horton Farms, Inc., Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800424-2324.

Sat., Nov. 9

Wed., Nov. 13

WELLS COUNTY, IND.: 90 +/Acres in 3 Tracts, 10 a.m., Decker Estate, Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800-424-2324.

PREBLE COUNTY, OHIO: 233 +/- Acres, 6:30 p.m., Howard Family Trust, Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800424-2324.

Mon., Nov. 11 TIPTON COUNTY, IND.: 124 +/- Acres in 2 Tracts, 6:30 p.m., Norma L.

Thurs., Nov. 14 COLES COUNTY, ILL.: 65 +/Acres Online Only, bidding

opens 11/13 @ 8 a.m. CST & closes 11/14 @ 4 p.m. CST @ haldermanauction.com, Charles Ramsey Family Trust & Randall Doty, Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800424-2324.

Mon., Nov. 18 MIAMI COUNTY, IND.: 158 +/- Acres in 5 Tracts, 6:30 p.m., Shinn, Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800424-2324.

Tues., Nov. 19 CLINTON COUNTY, OHIO: 785 +/- Acres in 8 Tracts, 6:30 p.m., Bruce, Nial & David Henry, Halderman Real Estate & Farm Management, 800-424-2324.

Calendar OCTOBER DUBOIS COUNTY Oct. 5 – Tree Identiﬁcation: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT, Southern Indiana Purdue Agriculture Center, 11371 E. Purdue Farm Road, Dubois, Ind.

ELKHART COUNTY Oct. 8 – Volunteer Community Sewing: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT, Home & Family Arts Building, 17746 County Road 34, Goshen, Ind. Oct. 12 – Elkhart County Extension Homemakers Fall Holiday Program: 9 to 11 a.m. EDT, Home & Family Arts Building, 17746 County Road 34, Goshen, Ind.

FLOYD COUNTY Oct. 16 – On Local Government: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT, Southeastern Purdue Research Park, 3000 Technology Ave., New Albany, Ind.

This red maple is exhibiting early fall color due to added stress from a trunk injury.

Early fall color may indicate tree stress URBANA, Ill. – Do you have a tree that is displaying fall color early this year? In Illinois, most trees do not begin to change colors for the season until October. Although some early color may be beautiful, this may be a sign of health issues. “A branch or two here and there, or some yellow leaves in the canopy are not always cause for alarm, but if the majority of your tree’s canopy is changing color early, it may be a cry for help,” says Ryan Pankau, a horticulture educator with University of Illinois Extension. Trees that change color early are typically exhibiting a plant response to some kind of environmental stress. The first step to helping your tree is to identify the problem. Begin by considering any recent changes to the tree’s growing space. Has there been any soil disturbance such as construction? Do you know of any other recent major disturbances? Next, inspect the base of the tree. Do you see any visible damage from animals or machinery? Is there a “girdling root” encircling the trunk and strangling the root system? “In some cases, the damage a tree has experienced may be irreversible,” says Pankau. “Unfortunately, extensive trunk damage cannot be repaired.” Finally, inspect the canopy of the tree for any clues. Does the tree have unusually small or deformed leaves? Is the annual growth from last year (identifiable on twigs by locating the previous year’s terminal bud scale scar) significantly less than past years? “I have most commonly observed this issue in newly planted trees, which are under transplant stress for several growing seasons,” Pankau notes. The first few years after being transplanted are tough times in a tree’s life and some added stress this time of year, in the form of hot, dry weather, can be the impetus for your tree’s call for help. In many urban settings, soil compaction or poor drainage have a major impact on tree health and correcting soil issues can be quite difficult. Therefore, many times the only practical way to help your tree is to follow some general recommendations

for boosting tree health. Any bit of help you can provide may be enough to get your tree through these stressful times. Often, the best recommendation for a tree showing signs of stress this time of year is watering, and trees need more water than you might expect. Although 90% of tree roots are located in the top 12-15 inches of soil, turfgrass often steals the rainfall during smaller rain events. Since turfgrass has a dense root system concentrated in the upper 2-6 inches of soil, it is able to outcompete trees when a rainstorm does not thoroughly saturate the soil profile. “To effectively water a tree, the soil needs to be saturated beyond the area beneath the tree’s canopy,” Pankau notes. “By extending watering beyond the spread of the branch tips, new root development is promoted in that area, which helps build a robust root system.” In order to achieve soil saturation and avoid runoff, water slowly over a long period of time. “If you are using a typical garden sprinkler, I recommend allowing it to water for at least two hours in order to saturate the soil enough to reach roots of a large mature tree,” Pankau adds. Smaller, younger trees may take less time. In general, you should plan to provide the equivalent of a 1- to 2-inch rainstorm every two weeks during the hot, dry part of late summer and early fall. To conserve water, consider using a soaker hose or drip tape for more efficient watering. Another factor that can vastly improve the water holding capacity of the soil, and eliminate competition from turfgrass, is mulch. If possible, mulch your tree out to the dripline of the canopy. Apply mulch 4-6 inches deep as it will settle dramatically over the next several months. This protective layer will help retain soil moisture, reduce or eliminate weed and grass competition and, over time, will add organic matter to the soil. “In addition, adding mulch may help protect your tree from future mower damage by leaving a buffer between it and the mower deck,” Pankau said.

HARRISON COUNTY Oct. 15 – ServSafe Food Manager Class and Exam: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT, Harrison County Extension ofﬁce, 247 Atwood St., Corydon, Ind.

Breathe Better The free program “Asthma & Allergies: Breathe Better” will be from 10 to 11 a.m. CDT Oct. 15 at HealthLinc, 1001 N. Sturdy Road, Valparaiso. During this lesson, you will learn about the economic burden of these diseases as well as causes, symptoms, and treatments. For more information, call 219-465-3555.

KNOX COUNTY Oct. 16 – Bingo Fundraiser: 7 to 9 p.m. EDT, Moose Lodge, 904 S. 17th St., Vincennes, Ind.

LAPORTE COUNTY Oct. 9 – Extension Homemakers Educational Retreat: 3 to 6 p.m. CDT, LaPorte County Extension ofﬁce, 2857 W. State Road 2, Suite A, LaPorte, Ind.

LAWRENCE COUNTY Oct. 16 – 4-H Junior Leader Trick or Treat for Canned Goods Flyer Distribution: 3 to 5 p.m. EDT, Lawrence County Extension ofﬁce, 924 16th St., Bedford, Ind.

MARION COUNTY Oct. 11 – Indiana Tree Climbing Competition: 8 a.m. to noon EDT, Broad Ripple Park - Indy Parks and Recreation, 1550 Broad Ripple Ave., Indianapolis, Ind.

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Oct. 5 – Grassland Management Workshop: 9 to 2 p.m. EDT, Miller Woods, 3505 E 500 S, Rockville, Ind.; tinyurl.com/ y3kyv6hn.

Oct. 10 – Making Happiness a Habit: 9 to noon CDT, Spencer County Youth & Community Center, 1101 E. County Road 800 N, Chrisney, Ind.

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Oct. 15 – Asthma and Allergies: Breathe Better: 10 to 11 a.m. CDT, HealthLinc, 1001 N. Sturdy Road, Valparaiso, Ind.; 219-465-3555. Oct. 15 – How Sweet It Is: Is Sugar Addictive?: 11 a.m. to noon CDT, HealthLinc, 1001 N. Sturdy Road, Valparaiso, Ind.; 219-465-3555.

Oct. 9 – West Lafayette Farmers Market Cooking Demonstrations: 4 to 6:30 p.m. EDT, Cumberland Park, 3065 N. Salisbury St., West Lafayette, Ind. Oct. 11 – ServSafe Course and Exam: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EDT, Tippecanoe County Extension ofﬁce, 3150 Sagamore Parkway South, Lafayette, Ind.

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Wednesday, October 16 • 6pm EST Auction Location: Four Points by Sheraton, West Lafayette, IN • 1600 Cumberland Ave, West Lafayette, IN 47906 Property Locations: Tracts 1 & 2, Along SR 18 at 1000E in Benton County on the NW corner. Tract 3, Along CR 350 N, Just SW of Thorntown & West of CR 900W.

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With an EPA-rated 55 mpg city fuel economy in combination with premium sedan design and driving performance, the 2020 Honda Insight brings the style consumers desire with fuel efficiency that’s easy on the wallet.

The 2020 Corolla Hybrid’s 1.8-liter engine maximizes fuel efficiency while reducing emissions, helping it achieve more than an estimated 50 miles per gallon. Not only is it efficient, but it’s also loaded with Toyota’s advanced safety technology.

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audible experience is a little bit like listening to a motorboat, with a fair amount of noise during acceleration. At least you don’t have to listen as long in the quicker Insight. The Corolla has another annoyance when it comes to the braking. Hybrid vehicles can use their electric motors to slow down and recharge their batteries in a process called regenerative braking. In the Corolla, the handoﬀ between regenerative and the traditional brakes makes the pedal’s responsiveness hard to predict, especially at low speeds. Smoothly coming to a stop in a parking lot can be diﬃcult for the driver and annoying to passengers.

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Car shoppers seeking high fuel economy have two particularly intriguing choices this year: the Honda Insight and the Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Both deliver an EPAestimated 52 mpg in combined city and highway driving, which is among the best of any vehicle on sale. They’re also notable for their design. These are two conventionally styled sedans that largely keep their eco-credentials hidden from view. Even better, both come well-equipped at a starting price of around $24,000. Edmunds compares the Insight and the Corolla Hybrid to find out which one is the superior fuel sipper. FAMILIAR UNDERPINNINGS Toyota has redesigned its Corolla sedan for model year 2020. Compared to the old Corolla, it features an improved interior and more refined driving characteristics. The hybrid version uses the same powertrain as the Toyota Prius, which is why it achieves similar fuel economy. As for the Insight, a more appropriate name would be “Honda Civic Hybrid.” The Insight is essentially a high-tech Civic sedan. It shares the same underlying structure but is modified to accommodate an electric motor and battery. Both the Corolla and the Insight seat five and

have approximately the same exterior size and weight. And unlike some hybrid sedans that have space-reducing trunkmounted hybrid batteries, each model has its battery pack located underneath its rear seat. FUEL ECONOMY Fortunately, fuel economy doesn’t need to be part of your comparison shopping. The Insight and the Corolla share the same 52 mpg combined EPA fuel economy rating at their base prices. In our testing, both vehicles easily matched, and sometimes exceeded, their ratings. One wrinkle is the Insight’s fully loaded Touring trim level, whose additional weight reduces combined fuel economy to 48 mpg. While getting less than 50 mpg may seem like a big deal, a 4-mpg difference at this level is negligible. The difference in annual fuel cost is only about $50, according to the EPA. THE DRIVING EXPERIENCE While neither car is particularly quick, the Corolla is less powerful and nearly two seconds slower to 60 mph in our testing. That’s a difference you’ll feel when you need a burst of speed to enter a highway or merge into traffic. Because the transmission in each car lacks traditional gears, their engines tend to hang on to a fixed rpm speed while the car accelerates. The

OPTIONS AND FEATURES Each model starts at around $24,000 and comes with extensive active safety features, including adaptive cruise control, forward collision mitigation and lane keeping assist. At this base price, the Corolla Hybrid offers a few features the Honda doesn’t have, most notably support for Apple CarPlay smartphone integration. However, Toyota offers the Corolla in just one trim level, the LE. In contrast, Honda offers the Insight in three trim levels. These additional trims provide shoppers the option to get more comfort and technology features.

Compared to the Corolla Hybrid LE, an equivalently outfitted Insight EX costs $1,210 more. Yet it also comes with a few more features that aren’t available in the Corolla such as Android Auto smartphone integration and blind-spot monitoring. Go for the top Insight Touring and you’ll enjoy even more exclusive features such as a sunroof, leather upholstery, heated seats and a premium sound system. EDMUNDS SAYS: The Corolla is a compelling hybrid thanks to its array of standard features at an affordable price. While an equivalently optioned Insight costs slightly more, it delivers a more functional interior, a stronger array of features, and a superior overall driving experience, making it worth the difference.

DETROIT (AP) — The U.S. government’s road safety agency is investigating complaints that the Nissan Rogue’s automatic emergency braking can turn on when no obstacle is in the way. The probe covers about 554,000 Rogue small SUVs from the 2017 and 2018 model years. The National High-way Traffic Safety Administration said 843 owners have complained to the agency and to Nissan about the problem. Owners reported 14 crashes and ﬁve injuries. The agency said Nissan has issued a technical service bulletin and two customer service actions

related to the problem. It will try to find a cause and determine how often the false braking happens, and could seek a recall. The investigation was opened in response to a March 21, 2019, petition from the Center for Auto Safety, a nonprofit group that represents consumers. Nissan said it has investigated the problem and taken action to tell customers of a free software update that improves the system’s performance. The company said that on some Rogues, the brakes can be activated by unique road conditions such as railroad crossings, bridges and low-hanging traffic lights.

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Boxelder bugs are most often attracted to buildings with large southern or western exposures.

Fall brings uninvited house pests URBANA, Ill. – As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, we often start seeing uninvited insect guests in our homes, according to University of Illinois Extension educator Ken Johnson. Boxelder bugs are commonly found trying to enter houses, especially if there’s a boxelder tree nearby. These insects are about one-half inch long and black with orange or red markings. During the spring and summer, the adults will feed on leaves and seeds of boxelder trees (and occasionally maple and ash trees). When temperatures begin to cool in the fall, they will begin to seek out warmer areas. “They are most often attracted to buildings with large southern or western exposures, because they are warmer than the surrounding area,” Johnson says. As they aggregate on a building, they will find cracks and other spaces to squeeze into, occasionally making their way indoors and ending up in walls and attics until warm weather returns. Multicolored Asian lady beetles are also commonly found attempting to make their way into homes. According to Johnson, these lady beetles were introduced into the United States to control aphids on pecan trees. Since their introduction, they have spread throughout the country. The beetles vary in color from yellow to reddish-orange and have anywhere from zero to 19 spots. They can often be distinguished from other lady beetles by the presence of an “M” pattern near their head. In their native China, they will overwinter on tall cliffs. “Since we lack these in most parts of Illinois, they will instead use buildings to overwinter,” Johnson says. MAKING A STINK The brown marmorated stink bug, on the rise in Illinois, is the final home invader. This stink bug is native to Asia and was first discovered in the U.S. in the late 1990s in Pennsylvania. Since then, Johnson says, it has quickly spread throughout the country. Like the others, BMSBs will also congregate on buildings looking for somewhere to overwinter. But unlike boxelder bugs and multicolored Asian lady beetle, these insects are more than a nuisance. According to Johnson, “They will feed on a wide variety of tree fruits, vegetables, agricultural crops, and ornamentals and can cause a significant amount of damage.” They have the typical ‘shield’ shape of stink bugs. And, as their name implies, BSMBs are brown and marmorated (mottled). There are a few characteristics that can be used to differentiate them from our native stink bugs: the antenna are striped with white bands, they have smooth “shoulders,” and they have black and white triangular patterns on their abdomens. Several other insects are commonly confused with BMSBs. Johnson recommends contacting your local Extension office if you are unsure. For all of these insects, the best management strategy for keeping them out of your home is exclusion. Johnson says, “Make sure windows and doors fit tight and window screens are free from holes. Seal any openings, cracks, and crevices around the foundation, pipes, wires, and chimneys. Finally, make sure siding, eaves, and soffits are in good condition.” Insecticides can be applied to the perimeter of buildings, but since these insects are rather mobile, it can be difficult to get good control of them. Once they enter your home, they can be vacuumed up and placed in soapy water and disposed of. Using insecticides to control these insects indoors is generally not recommended.

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Sharing one T-shirt, 8-year-old cousins Jane Humphreys and Elouise Clark serve up lunch cooperatively.

Cooperative activities for kids and families By Donna Erickson

I was in charge of taking meal tickets and handing out plates for an outdoor burger buffet lunch after a Family Fun Run event. Greeting all ages coming through the line, I was caught off guard when two girls looked like “one,” from the waist up anyway. Full of kidlike chatter and smiles, the cousins said they were so cold after running, they grabbed an adult-size long-sleeve T-shirt from one of the moms, stretched it over their heads and shimmied into it. Jane’s right hand came through the right sleeve, while Elouise’s left hand came through the other. Snug, warm and famished, they held a plate on each outstretched hand and tried to focus on serving each other burgers, buns, pickles, beans and fries.

As they headed for a picnic table, they were giggling so hard, they soon became a crowd attraction trying to focus on walking in sync while balancing their heaping plates of food. Cooperation was the key. Engaging in simple family play, just for the fun of it, can happen anytime and almost anywhere. You might want to try the girls’ cozy and challenging T-shirt idea in your home by slipping one over two young kids and encouraging them to walk around from room to room. For older kids, go outside and challenge them to do an activity together, like bouncing a ball or raking leaves. Looking for more cooperative fun? Make dinnertime pizza prep a game. HERE’S HOW: 1. Set bowls of pizza toppings side by side on your counter.

The fun begins when the person responsible for assembling the pizza covers his eyes completely with a scarf or headband. The other person gives directions. Kids like to play this role. 2. Instruct the pizza maker to roll out the dough, then hand him the ingredients, beginning with the tomato sauce. 3. Ask him to brush on the sauce, then continue by arranging and sprinkling toppings one by one. Since this is a cooperative effort, the person giving the instructions should guide the pizza maker verbally as he works. Don’t get the anchovies mixed up with the cheese! 4. Remove the eye covering before placing the pizza in the oven to see the creation. Enjoy doing this at a party and let teams of chefs enjoy creating pizzas cooperatively. Remember, it’s all about having fun and being silly.

Photos capture travel memories By Donna Erickson

Unlike previous generations, when tourists would sling a Jet-lagged, a friend and I recamera around their neck and cently bumped into each other replace expensive film after at the gym — she just back only 20 photos were taken, from France, and me from two today we pull a phone camera weeks in Morocco. I asked her from our pockets and make an what her trip highlight was and easy and free click or two or without skipping a beat, she three. But what do these phosaid, “The best was going to tos mean to us, and why are Normandy beaches where my we taking them? dad landed with Allied forces As I scroll through and edit 75 years ago on D-Day, June 6, my travel photos, my friend’s 1944. It was so meaningful for contrasting experiences in me to be where he was and to Normandy and at the Louvre photograph the landscape.” got me thinking. What were my Then she added, “There was intentions when I took photos a non-highlight, too.” Eager in the exotic land of Morocco, to see Leonardo Da Vinci’s filled with bright colors, spices, “Mona Lisa” at the Louvre dramatic landscapes and an Museum in Paris, she walked interesting mix of cultures? into the spacious room only As your family heads out to observe throngs of people on travels, here some are with their backs to the master- thoughts on taking photos of piece taking selfies. people and places, both here “A casual regard for the and abroad: painting and its history, it was n Be in the moment. Don’t as though these tourists were let an impulse to take a photo simply checking off a bucket interfere with an opportunity list of photo highlights, rather to engage with people you than being in the moment,” meet and the place you are she said. experiencing.

n Discover the richness of everyday activities of another culture or place, but be aware of customs and respectful of your surroundings. Travel in a spirit of humility. Ask before taking a photo of someone. Respect a “no.” n If appropriate, show the subjects of your photos the pictures you have just taken of them. Plus, sharing a few family pictures you have on your phone is a personal way to engage with others. n On a practical note, phones may not run out of film, but the battery may need charging. Carry a portable charger to provide an extra power boost before you arrive at the “must take picture” scene. n Enjoy editing and sharing your travel photo story with others back home. To find more of Donna Erickson’s creative family recipes and activities, visit www.donnasday.com. © 2019 Donna Erickson distributed by King Features Synd.

Ever wonder who invented the table? The earliest tables seem to have been used by the ancient Egyptians, although they did not sit near it; they used the flat top to hold things. It was not until the days of the Greeks and Romans that tables were used in a house near a seated person. By the Middle Ages, large tables were used for banquets and there were special rules about the seating. But today we can find many tables made for specific tasks, like sewing, dining, playing games or holding a candle, a lamp or a special ornament. Tables have flat tops with three, four or more legs, or an unusual base. Twentieth-century designers became adventurous and made tables that were placed on the backs of two carved statues or on a series of geometric shaped blocks. Perhaps the strangest table seen recently is the “Foot Art” side table. It has a flat top, one drawer with a human nose for a handle, and a resin foot for the base. The large foot in a blue boot supports the top on three metal rods stretching up from the inside of the boot. It was sold by Burchard Galleries in Florida. I bought a wooden piece from an antiques dealer in Nebraska in the 1970s. He told me a “picker” from the Northeast brought it here. It is 59 inches tall and 26 inches wide. It has straight sides, and I was told it has “shoe feet.” The center vertical piece of wood slides up and down, and the circular “cage” pieces turn. A furniture repair person told me it is “museum worthy.” I thought it might be for weaving, and I tried contacting a tapestry museum to ask about it but didn’t get an answer or interest. Do you have any suggestions or a value? You have a “squirrel cage” yarn winder, also called a “squirrel cage swift.” It is used to smoothly and quickly wind a skein of yarn onto a weaving bobbin or a ball winder. The skein is placed around the two drums that rotate as the skein unwinds. The shoe feet on your winder add stability as the drums turn. Squirrel cage swifts made in the 18th and 19th centuries start at about $150 at auction. Those made by craftsmen of the Shaker community sell for $700 to $950. CURRENT PRICES Vase, Peters & Reed, brown, green, vines, column shape, 12 inches, $15. Mop wringer, janitorial tool, iron and wood, Reliance junior model, Lee Chair company, handle, 1906, 25 x 10 inches, $65. Tea caddy, wood, porcelain panels, figures, garden landscape, lacquer, multicolor, footed, 9 inches, $125. Pencil, mechanical, Mont Blanc, gold plate, resin, leather case, 3 1/4 x 7 3/4 inches, $315. Photography, carte de viste, am-putees, Civil War veterans, trum-pet, American flag, S. Roden, $85. Sewing machine, new home, quarter sawn, oak, cabinet, hinged top, 30 1/2 inches, $120. Salad serving set, Les Six Fleurs, sterling silver, fork, spoon, 9 3/4 inches, $190. Sampler, alphabet, potted plants, animals, filigree, French text, Elizabeth Tibat, 1723, 18 1/2 x 8 1/4 inches, $240. TIP: Use your phone camera at a flea market. Record things you might want to buy later. Record marks, etc. to look up. For more collecting news, tips and resources, visit www. Kovels.com. © 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Expect lower Social Security increase By Matilda Charles

in those prices, even before we get to 2020. Those of us who pay rent generally see an annual increase, too. Is there any chance the landlord will skip a year? To see all the things the SCL is doing for us, go online to seniorsleague.org.

Senior Citizens League, our Medicare Part B premium is expected to go from $135.50 to $144.30 per month. Doing the math, that nets the average benefit recipient an extra $14.60 per month. Some of us, however, are protected: If the Part B premium goes up more than the increased Social Security amount, the Part B premium will be adjusted to make sure there isn’t a net loss. What about our other expenses though? If we have a drug policy or a supplemental Medicare plan, chances are that the two of those will see increases that exceed the extra $14.60 per month. Then there’s the small matter of the price of fresh vegetables, beef, fish, eggs, dairy and cereal. Based on the Consumer Price Index, expect an increase

Grab your calculator. Those in the know are making an educated guess about the amount of our Social Security increase for 2020. The Senior Citizens League estimates that the increase will be 1.6%, below the raise we got last year. This will mean an average net gain of $23.40 per month for those receiving the average $1,460 per month benefit. In 2019, that benefit amount netted an increase of $40.90 per month. The Social Security Administration will come out later with the final number, but the Senior Citizens League has used the Consumer Price Index for 2019 up to the end of the third quarter for its calculations. At the same time, says the

Break cycle of loneliness According to an AARP study, one-third of seniors are lonely. Another study revealed that loneliness and social isolation can cause increased mortality. Yet another study talks about cognitive decline and depression. It can be a vicious cycle: If we’re depressed, we don’t want to go out, which makes us more socially isolated, which worsens our depression. We might not feel valued,

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especially if we’ve recently retired, or we’ve lost a spouse and therefore our previous social group, or we don’t know if we’d be welcome in new places. There are a number of ways to fight loneliness, but we have to take the steps to break the cycle. It’s up to us. The biggest — and sometimes hardest — step is to get out of the house. Just go. Talk to people while you’re out. You never know what doors might open just saying hello to someone. Start a new hobby, ideally one that involves others. Get off the computer. Many of us turn to technology and social media, but it’s really not a cure for loneliness, which makes us more vulnerable to scams. Join a group, whether at the senior center or library, ideally

a group where people have to talk anyway, such as a reading group. Take a class. Have you tried tai chi? If you knit or crochet, investigate those “coffee and caps” groups that meet once a week to socialize and make hats and mittens for kids. Do you dance or sing? Square dancing is energizing, and choirs are uplifting. Volunteering to walk dogs at the humane society accomplishes two things: you interact with others and you train a dog to become a better pet for a potential adopter. No, you won’t become close pals with everyone you meet, but you are likely to develop a few quality relationships. You just need to take the first steps. © 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

Quality of life improves after replacing knee By Dr. Keith Roach

Three-Bean Sweet Potato Chili is an easy, satisfying meal that your family will love. It’s smoky, robust and subtly sweet.

Sweet potatoes have sweet health benefits By Angela Shelf Medearis

Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene. A high intake of You know that you’re a beta carotene-rich vegetables grown-up when you fall in love like sweet potatoes can sigwith foods you disliked as a nificantly reduce the risks for child. I never liked sweet pota- certain types of cancer. Those toes, but we were raised to eat that are a pretty, bright-orange what was on our plates without color are richest in beta-carocomplaint. tene. My mother usually served When it comes to nutritional them in the wintertime, so I value, the sweet potato ranks had to endure them only a few far ahead of the baked Idaho months out of the year. Now potato, spinach or broccoli, that my job is researching, according to the Center for writing and cooking all types Science in the Public Interest. of foods, I’ve often revisited High in fiber and low in fat eating sweet potatoes. and calories, this root vegetable I challenged myself to try is a healthful alternative to snack sweet potatoes in a variety foods when prepared without of ways, including baked and added butter, sugar or salt. topped with roasted peanuts Unlike other potatoes, sweet and peanut butter — a la Dr. potatoes like long, hot growing George Washington Carver; seasons. This might explain as sweet potato fries; mashed why it is the state vegetable of and used as a topping for shep- North Carolina. herd’s pie; and as a flavorful There is a difference between addition to soups and stews. sweet potatoes grown in northBest of all, there are a mulern states and those grown in titude of health benefits in Louisiana. Sweet potatoes prothis beautiful tuber. The sweet duced in the north are mostly potato is an excellent source “firm” and tend to be drier, of vitamin A, which supports with a mealier texture and yelgood vision, the immune syslow flesh. tem and bone growth. Folks in Louisiana enjoy the Sweet potatoes are a good second type of sweet potato, source of vitamin B-6, magnewhich is “soft” and higher in sium and vitamin C, along with natural sugar. Most often, it is iron, potassium and fiber. They the “soft” type that is referred also are great for the complexto as a yam. Louisiana sweet ion. potatoes are moister and also

have a bright-orange flesh color. Sweet potatoes are stored in temperature- and humidity-controlled warehouses that extend their shelf life for the entire year. So, the “season” for fresh yams is 12 months. Canned yams also are available year-round. Here’s some great information about how to select, store and prepare sweet potatoes: n Select fresh sweet potatoes that are smooth, plump, dry and clean. n Sweet potatoes should not be refrigerated unless cooked. Store in a dark place at 55 to 65 degrees. n Use a stainless-steel knife when cutting a sweet potato. Using a carbon blade will cause them to darken. n One cup of canned sweet potatoes equals one medium-sized, cooked fresh sweet potato. n When using canned yams, add them at the end of the recipe because they are already pre-cooked. Angela Shelf Medearis is an award-winning children’s author, culinary historian and the author of seven cookbooks. Her website is www. divapro. com. © 2019 King Features Synd., Inc.

Three-Bean Sweet Potato Chili This recipe for Three-Bean Chili showcases the flavors of the sweet potato in a spicy and healthy new way. Servings: 6 INGREDIENTS 1 1/4 pound sweet potatoes, about 2 or 3 large potatoes 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium onion, diced 2 chipotle chilies in adobo, diced 3 cloves garlic, diced 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

1 teaspoon salt 2 cans (15-ounce) diced tomatoes 1 can (15-ounce) pureed tomatoes 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar 2 cups frozen shelled edamame 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added pinto beans 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, optional 1/2 cup sour cream, optional PROCEDURE In microwave-safe glass baking dish, combine sweet potatoes and 2 tablespoons water. Cover with

vented plastic wrap and microwave on high 12 minutes, or until tender. Meanwhile, in 5-quart saucepot, heat oil on medium. Add onion, chipotles, garlic, cumin, chili powder, cloves and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes, brown sugar and 2 cups water. Heat to simmering on high. Simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add sweet potatoes to the pot along with the edamame, pinto beans, black beans and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook 2 to 5 minutes, or until beans are hot. To serve, garnish with Cheddar cheese and sour cream, if desired.

I am thinking of having a total knee replacement done, as recommended by my doctor. I have bone on bone in my knee. What is your opinion? A friend of a friend had one done three months ago and has had nothing but trouble. He has had two manipulations because he cannot bend past 95 degrees. He goes to physical therapy, but has seen no results. Does this happen often with knee replacement? How about stiffness? How long before a patient is as good as new? Would you recommend the surgery, and what percentage of patients have the issues he is having? Knee replacement — also called total knee arthroplasty — is one of the most effective surgeries performed, in terms of improving quality of life. Studies have shown that about 80% of people are satisfied with the outcome of their knee replacement. The reasons that the remainder are dissatisfied generally have to do with complications of surgery, including infection, nerve injury, instability and stiffness — the inability to properly flex the knee — which is the issue for your friend of a friend. Only about 5% of people have stiffness, according to a 2006 paper, and these mostly improved with manipulation, although some needed a second operation. It is important to recognize the limitations of the surgery. You are never going to be as good as new — that is, as good as before the arthritis in the knee developed. But most people are much better than where they started within three to six weeks of the surgery. Physical therapy after surgery is critical for success — but, as your friend shows, not a guarantee of success. My own patients’ experiences have been largely favorable. I have seen some bad complications, but most people are very satisfied, and the most common regret I hear is that they had not done the procedure earlier. Between 80% and 90% of knee replacements are expected to last 15 to 20 years. Last year, my husband was seriously ill from a bacterial infection in his gallbladder. After inserting a drainage tube, they removed his gallbladder. He has done quite well, except for a strange side effect: Whenever he eats, it causes his left shoulder to hurt. Also, when he lies on his right side, it seems to hurt his left shoulder. Do you have an explanation for this mystery? I have a possible explanation. The pain nerves to your skin and bones are referred to as parietal pain fibers, and these localize very well: If your left toe hurts, there’s usually a problem with your left toe. The nerves to the organs are visceral fibers, and they do not localize well in the brain. Pain in the heart can feel like it’s in the left upper arm, the left side of the chest or the upper abdomen, depending on who

More than 700,000 knee replacements are performed in the United States each year. After the procedure and recovery, most patients say you cannot put a price on what they gained. you are. Pain from the gallbladder most commonly shows up in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, where it is located directly under the liver, but frequently feels like it is coming from the shoulder. This is called “referred” pain. Right-shoulder pain is more common than left, but I still think that your husband is feeling some referred pain, perhaps from some scar tissue. Does taking Norvasc or any calcium channel blocker reduce or destroy the calcium in the bones, eventually causing osteoporosis? No. Calcium channel blockers, like amlodipine, or Norvasc, work on cells in the heart and blood vessels, controlling the flow of calcium into the cell. Calcium in the cell is one of the regulators of smooth muscle cells, and for Norvasc in particular, that means its major effect is on blood vessels, causing them to open up and reduce blood pressure, and thus the amount of work the heart needs to do. Calcium in bone is used structurally, where it combines with other ions to form hydroxyapatite, the mineral that keeps bones hard and strong. The mechanism for calcium entry into bone cells is very different. Calcium channel blockers do not affect mineralization of the bone, nor do they increase the risk for osteoporosis. One group found that people on calcium channel blockers may have a slightly higher risk of fractures. However, that was thought to be due to an increased number of falls, especially in the elderly. Physicians need to take care not to use too much medication, especially ones that dilate blood vessels, as they can increase risk of dizziness and falls. Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@ med.cornell.edu. © 2019 North America Synd., Inc.

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2013 HAGIE 120ft aluminum boom, 1200 hrs of use. $31,500 618-562-7550. SPRA-COUPE 3440, 60-ft. straight PERKINS, booms, 300 gal, foamer, ez guide 250, 1998, 3600 hrs, exc. cond., $12,500. 309-303-1292.

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2017 JD-2510H 23-ROW with Ravens controller this machine has never been in the ground warranty still in effect till 3/1/2020 sheded and absolutely brand new. Asking $110,000.00 Call 262 620-8981

JD-726 2005 34ft finisher, knock on sweeps 5 bar spike harrow, field ready, nice condition, $23,500. 815-275-0669 Landoll Weather Proofer, model 2200, 4 shank ripper, good condition, $3500. 217-748-4369 LANDOLL-2211-15 DISC CHISEL with rolling baskets, serial # 22K1100241, $30,000 or will trade, Call 309-236-6632 Bill or 309-236-8735 Ed. LIKE NEW CIH-2500 RIPPER, bought new in 2016, NICE, ONLY 500 ac. $8,100. Pictures available Call 309-275-0286 SUNFLOWER-4211, 9-shank, disc chisel, 4-bar HD harrow, walking tandems, farmers owned. 309-224-9186

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JD 8100 tractor, 2WD, 1997 ........................ $45,000

2000 VOLVO DAY-CAB, 10 spd., Volvo eng., wet kit, air suspension, good rubber, $17,000; 1984 35' Fruehauf dump trailer, spring suspension, air lift pusher 3rd axle, new elec. tarp, ext. liner, coal door, $14,000 Call 217-725-5236

JD B 1947, good shape, been refurbished ........ $1800

JD 4960 tractor, FWA w/new Remand engine, 1991 .........................$50,000 Maurer 32 head mover, 2010, ......................... $6500 JD 9660 STS combine, '05, .......................... $59,000 '11 JD 30' FF platfr $18,000 JD 12R30” wide 7200 planter w/hyd drive, 1994 .... $13,500 Kilbros 1400 grain cart, 2002 ........................ $12,000 Welding trlr w/Miller Bobcat welder generator ........ $7000 500 gallon fuel Barrow on trailer ........................... $2000

GREAT PLAINS DRILL 30-ft. Fold Conventional Till Grain Drill, 7.5" on center, $2,500. Call (219) 393-4923 SUNFLOWER 9421 7.5 inch spacing, new blades, always shedded. $34,000. Granite City, IL. 618-779-9949.

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2001 41-FT. WILSON hopper bottom SS front corners in rear, 4 alum. Wheels, brakes 80%, field ready, $18,000. obo Call 309-208-1211. 2001 INTERNATIONAL-4900 HT, 6x4, AR, 16,000 front, 40,000 rear, 22'x72”, Kann grain box, 3-pc. tailgate w/metering, 22.5 tires steel disc, 9 spd., DT 466/250 HP, 37,500 mi., never driven in winter, last of 3, estate. Call 765-366-2257 Crawfordsville IN. 2002 INTERNATIONAL-8100, Tandem, 9 spd., new Michelin frt. Tires, Scott 20' alum. Grain box, $39,800 obo 309-238-1064 2004 34' TIMPTE hopper bottom, good tires & brakes, $18,500 Call 217-556-4106 2006 International 8600, AR, t/a, Cumm eng., 155wb, 10-spd. Trans., 383,000 miles, manual, 217-924-4405 8-5pm. 2006 International 8600, AR, t/a, Cumm eng., 155wb, 10-spd. Trans., 383,000 miles, manual, 217-924-4405 8-5pm. 2007 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA 120, Air Ride Susp.; Tandem Axle; 14L Detroit Engine; 12,000 lb Front Axle Weight; 40,000 lb Rear Axle Weight; Very Nice 344,000 Miles, 10 Spd. Trans, $37,500. 217-924-4405 8-5pm. 2008 WILSON Pacesetter 41'x66” sides, new roll tarp, 11R24.5 tires, alum. rims, SS Back, $19,500. (309)657-1812

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2014 WILSON HOPPER bottom. 41x72x102. High capacity (about 1500 bsl corn). 2 speed gear box on doors. Good tires and brakes. All aluminum wheels. Fresh DOT inspection. Asking $32,000 obo. Call 618-691-9182

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Used Ag Rain T210C, T200, & B130 water reels. Cornwell Equipment. 217-543-2631 Wanted: Irrigation Equipment Pipes, Pumps/Travelers. HOEKSTRA FARMS, LLC. St. Anne, IL. Call 815-427-6510 We Manufacture All Steel Irrigation Bridges! Abbott Fabrication Winamac, IN 574-225-1326 Shop: 574-946-6566

(2) 13x70 FARMKING SAW augers, Great Auger, Great Price, Automated Agri-Systems, Leroy IL Call 309-962-8414

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Used Delux DP9060 Grain Dryer; 900 BPH @ 5pts Heat & Cool; LP or Nat Gas; 240 V 3PH; Several Updates. $25,000 Call 217-519-0293

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www.perry-equip.com FOR SALE RYE seed 96% germ, cleaned ben run, buck or totes, trucking available Call 920-680-1932 greendrills.com (740)756-4810 Hizey Farm Service LLC

WALINGA GRAIN CLEANER vac., 8 in auger, (2) 240 volt electric motors, single phase, on wheels, Call 618-535-2425

Harms Land-Rollers, Brand New! 12 - $6,800, 14 -7,300, 16 - $8,000 , 24 - $14,800, 32 - $17,500, 42-$21,500 Any size Available. 715-234-1993

New& Used REM & Kongskilde grain vacs. Used Kongskilde 2000, 1000, 500 grain vacs. Cornwell Equipment, Arthur, IL 217-543-2631

HIGH QUALITY COVER Crop oats, cleaned, Germination and Purity Tested, Bulk or Bagged delivery available by pallet or truck load Whitaker Farms, Forest City IL. 309-241-5487

RHINO MODEL TW168, rotary shredder, heavy duty, 14ft, 3-pt. hitch, big 1000 rpm P.T.O, will chop small trees., $2,500. 812-204-4587

QUALITY HAY AND STRAW FOR SALE, big & small squares, delivery available, Call us David 815-685-5344 Mike 815-685-9646

KUHN SR110 HAY rake, Excellent Condition. $4,500 Call 317-440-9225 We Repair Baler Knotters on your Farm! Service Calls also available for farm equipment! Used Rakes & New Tedders for Sale! Kings Repair, Marshall IN 765-597-2015

2010 KRAUSE LANDSMAN, TL 6200 soil finisher, 36', double fold, 3 spike w/reel, $35,000 El Paso IL. Call 309-310-3776 2011 KRAUSE 4850 Dominator 18-ft. 11-shank ripper, new frt blades & bearings, like new cond. Call 217-248-2884. 2013 CIH-870 14' 7-shank ripper, 4000 ac worth of use, Exc Cond. $35,000 Call 309-208-2800 7 shank Brillion Ripper, zone commander, 3-pt hitch, 618-246-6311

GREAT PLAINS turbo till, 30' model 3000TT, serial # GP4833NN, blades & bearing recently replaced, HD frt. 191/2” rear 19-5/8” Exc. Cond., $25,000 Call 815-674-5481 IH 720 6-16 on-land plow, exc cond., ready for the field, $2500. 217-460-0552 JD-2800 6-BOTTOM on land hitch plow, vari-width, $2,500 Call 309-696-3276

(4) Grain Bins: (2) 5500 Bu. Grain Bins, (1) 10,000 bu. Grain Bin, (1) 3500 Bu. Grain Bin, to be removed buy the buyer. 812-2156898 3-Acres includes grain elevator w/80ft scales, office, 3 storage buildings & bins, etc. 6 miles East of LeRoy, IL $220,000. 309-825-5017 FOR SALE GRAIN Bin Drying System, 42' Shivvers Drying System w/level dry & computer system & Cross Augers, 2 turbo Fans & Burners, 26hp a piece, Call 217-821-6232 for price GSI FANS 25hp - 50hp Centrifugal fans 60% OFF. Brush Enterprises, Bethany, IL 800-373-0654 GSI FLOORING New-Weather: 18' , 21' , 24' Floor. 50% off. While They Last. Call Place Order. Brush Enterprises, Bethany, IL 1-800-373-0654 M-C 970 continuous flow grain dryer, 240v, 3-phase, portable or stationary, 475-bph, 10pts removal, don't get caught again this fall with wet grain in field, Can set up in a day. Great Cond.. $15,500. 618-534-1906 NEW GT RECIRCULATING Batch Grain Dryers. Cornwell Equipment. (217)543-2631

Used M-C 1175 Grain Dryer; 2040 BPH All Heat or 1230 BPH Heat & Cool; 3PH Ele; Nat Gas; Open Top w/ Factory Roof. $28,500 Call 217-519-0293

708 UNI WITH 6504 4RN and 838 Husker. Call Mark 815-297-4780 A&L 700 BU. Grain cart. Good tires and augers, no tarp, $4,500 call 217-556-4106 TIMPTE HOPPER TRAILER, 40-ft, $15,000 firm. Also, full stainless steel fenders, $500. Call 309-275-1219.

(1) J&M-750 CART, (1) Brent744 wagon, MF-9695 combine, all like new, Call 812-934-3371 (2) Brent 744 gravity wagons with dual wheels and fenders. 315/80 x 22.5, red, like new condition, always shedded, $13,900- each. 815-871-3784

M&W 400 BU. center dump box, with no gear, $1,150 Call 309-392-3118 UNVERFERTH-1315 WALKING DUALS, 17-series auger, Call 317-408-1499

Generators: used, low hr takeouts. 20KW to 2000KW. Dsl, Propane, Nat. Gas. 701-3719526. abrahamindustrial.com WINCO 50-KW 540 PTO, $5,500. Call 815-790-7023, or 815-790-7021 Winco Generators. PTO portables and eng. sets available, Large Inventory. Albion, IL. Waters Equipment. 618-445-2816

KUNTZ 10-FT. Tilt Box scraper, good blade, very good cond. $4,200 obo. Gilman, IL. 815-383-9938 or 815-383-9917.

(3) 28' DUMP Trailers, (1) 26' dump tailer, all alum. Frame, $16,000./ea., Call 815-257-8712 1979 FORD F80, Louisville Tandem. 429 Gas Motor. Automatic Transmission, 2 speed differential. 20 foot Omaha Standard Bed and Hoist. Really Clean and Good Truck. PRICED REDUCED 217-454-1995 1984 MH MACK cabover, 300 Mack Jake Brake, 9-spd., full trans., 4.00 rear, 24.5 rubber, Air Ride Cab, pinto hook electric brake box, was used to haul 5th wheel camper, very good shape and ready to work, $12,000. 765-584-0757 1988 GMC-7500 TOPKICK, 3208 Cat. Turbo, 10 spd. Triple axle, air ride seat, 20 steel bed, cargo doors, tarp, scissor hoist 630 plus bu. Cap. Good Cond., $15,000 618-535-2463 1992 International semi, 450,000 miles w/1979 30ft rd Raven dump trailer w/3 axle. 618-246-6311 1997 INT'L. EAGLE 9400, Cummins N14 Celect, 10 spd. w/1975 Schien, 28-ft. Alum. dump trailer, w/EZ Slide liner, new Shur-Lok tarp, $29,500. CALL 812-204-4587.

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Equine asthma can identify racetrack winners and losers WEST LAFAYET TE, Ind. — From chariot racing in ancient Rome to the modern Kentucky Derby, horse racing has been celebrated in some form for more than a thousand years. Whether the horses’ hooves were pounding around in a dirt-filled coliseum or a racetrack surrounded by spectators in wide-brimmed hats, they probably had one thing in common: asthma. When just a few seconds make the difference between first and last place, equine athletes need to bring their best game to the track. For those that don’t, the issue can often be traced to the lungs. “Unlike the heart or muscle, the lung in the horse athlete is a limiting factor,” said Laurent Couëtil, director of Purdue University’s Equine Sports Medicine Center. “Even in healthy horses, breathing is a limiting factor on performance. So, if you take a little bit away from that, the consequences can be severe.” Couëtil, who also is a professor of large animal internal medicine in Purdue’s College of Veterinary Medicine, has spent much of his career treating and researching

Understand your cows’ estrous cycles GROENLO, Nether-lands — If an open cow costs $2 per day, then a single missed heat can cost you $42. In today’s dairy economy, that’s a lot of money to use someplace else, especially if multiple heats are missed. “When heats aren’t detected, it leads to more time and labor spent tracking, sorting and breeding cows,” said Stephanie Aves, business development manager for Nedap North America. “Activity monitoring systems help dairy farmers catch cows in heat for timely insemination.” Here are two reasons an activity monitoring system can get more cows pregnant faster and keep money in your pocket. 1. Track Cow Activity 24/7 Although you can visibly detect a cow standing to be mounted, it is not failproof. And it’s not realistic to monitor cows 24/7. There are only 1.5 mounts per hour per cow and each mount lasts four to six seconds. A cow’s heat lasts six to eight hours. Collectively, these numbers tell us cows are in heat for one-third of the day and spend just three to five minutes standing to be mounted. That’s a very small window to catch a heat. Heat activity of cows tends to be lowest during feeding and milking times — the times you or your staff are most likely with the cows. Cow activity is at its highest while you’re probably sleeping. About 70 percent of mounting occurs between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m., when cows have limited distractions. 2. Quickly Find Cows Not Showing Heat Sometimes a cow won’t show a heat because of environmental or metabolic factors, such as floor surface, sore feet or legs, heat stress or ketosis complications. Also, she simply may not be cycling. With an activity monitoring system, you can be proactive by finding these problem cows quicker, then solving the cause of the fertility problem or providing an effective treatment to resolve it — ultimately, getting them bred faster. “Instead of missing the heat altogether and waiting for the next cycle, activity monitors give you insights to dig deeper into why a cow didn’t come into heat,” Aves said.

equine respiratory disease. However, it wasn’t until 2016 that “equine asthma” was an official diagnosis, when Couëtil collaborated with three other researchers to argue for the adoption of the term in the Equine Veterinary Journal. Both inflammatory airway disease, which is less severe and virtually unnoticeable when the horse is at rest, and recurrent air way obstruction or heaves, which can manifest in a chronic cough and increased breathing efforts at rest, fall under the umbrella of what veterinarians now recognize as equine asthma. But Couëtil has contributed to far more than terminology. Over the last two decades, his research has created a better understanding of scope of the disease and even invented a new way to diagnose it. “Milder equine asthma has been difficult to detect because horses don’t necessarily show many signs besides the fact that they’re not performing well. Some of them cough once in a while, but it isn’t crippling them,” Couëtil said. “Now that we have the tools to look for it, we realize it’s very common.” A 2018 study led by

Masters of Beef Advocacy reaches 15,000 graduates CENTENNIAL, Colo. — Just 10 years after its inception, the Beef Checkoff-funded Masters of Beef Advocacy program celebrated its 15,000th graduate in August. The program was created to equip and engage beef industry advocates to communicate about beef and beef production. It is one of the strongest beef advocacy efforts in the industry. A self-directed online training program managed by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff, MBA requires students to complete five lessons in beef advocacy, including The Beef Community; Raising Cattle on Grass; Life in the Feedyard; From Cattle to Beef; and Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. MBA also has been made available via digital download to allow agriculture educators, state beef organization representatives and other beef industry and youth leaders to incorporate the modules into their curriculums. Once the MBA course has been completed, graduates gain access to resources on the MBA Classroom site, as well as tools to advance their advocacy efforts, including talking points, fact sheets and continuing education

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Laurent Couëtil uses an equine nebulizer to administer treatment for asthma. Couëtil found that 80 percent of the thoroughbred racehorses surveyed had mild or moderate asthma. The results, which were published in the Journal of Veterinar y Internal Medicine, show that the worse a horse’s asthma, the worse its performance. To test for equine asthma, veterinarians use variations of methods developed to measure lung disease and dysfunction in humans, such as the bronchoalveolar lavage and lung function test. However, some of these tests are not commonly done or impossible to perform on horses. To address this, Couëtil developed a new method. “In humans, the most common test performed to test for asthma is forced exhalation. The nurse trains you to take in the deepest breath possible and blow out as hard as you can,” he said. “This is easy for people because we can follow instruc-

tions, but you can’t tell a horse to do that, so I worked with Purdue engineers to develop a pulmonary function test for horses.” The test uses a mechanical ventilator to control a sedated horse’s breathing. A series of tanks, using positive and negative pressure, help mimic deep inhalation and exhalation. During the process, a computer records data about the patient’s lung capacity, expiration volume and expiration flow. This system is the only one in the world capable of performing such a test, and it’s extremely sensitive, detecting even very mild asthma. Now that he knows how to diagnose the disease, Couëtil wants to be able to treat it. Severe equine asthma is typically treated with corticosteroids, which come with a risk of drug violations in racehorses, suppress the horse’s immune system and may result in life-threatening infection or founder.

opportunities. Graduates also are invited to join the Masters of Beef Advocacy Alumni Facebook group, a virtual community for MBA graduates to share success stories and to receive the latest research and information on the beef industry. MBA graduates interested in taking their advocacy skills to the next level can participate in state training workshops. These workshops offer more in-depth training on tactical communication skills and provide greater confidence to successfully engage with consumers, both in person and online. More than 70 such workshops and presentations, reaching more than 3,000 beef advocates, were completed in 2018. In addition, a “Top of the Class” program provides more in-depth instruction and training to leading advocates each year who express an interest in advancing their advocacy efforts. Started in 2014, there are now 50 Top of the Class national advocates. The MBA program is open to everyone, and there is no cost to participate. To enroll or find out more about this checkoff-funded program, go to MastersOfBeefAdvocacy. com.

Geographic Distribution of Northern and Western Corn Rootworm and Variants

Farmers Turn to a New Rootworm Solution

WA ME

MT MN

VT NH

CT PA

Corn rootworm costs growers more than

NV UT

VA KY NC

OK AR

SC MS

control measures. It thrives on consistency.

Northern

Northern Variant

LA FL

Inconsistency, then, is the path to successfully controlling this pest.

Using a variety of control methods in a multi-year field plan helps delay development of corn rootworm resistance. “Growers tend to find a hybrid with the corn rootworm control method they like, then plant it in the same fields year after year,” Tim O’Brien, Ph.D., explained. “They’re looking for something that gives them the best yield in a field—and too often they stick with what was successful the year before.” “To sustain high corn yields,” O’Brien, who is the Agrisure® traits manager at Syngenta, continued, “We need to get out of the mindset of what was best last year and get into the mindset of how we show corn rootworm something different.”

Rotate trait packages for higher yield potential

IN KS

$1 billion annually in reduced grain yield and

Western Western Variant

31.8 million acres are affected by corn rootworm.

packages for the same reasons. The Agrisure Duracade® trait was created as the first engineered hybrid insect control protein. It uniquely expresses a protein that binds differently in the gut of corn rootworm. It’s always stacked with a second, proven mode of action against corn rootworm, delivering a powerful one-two punch that uppercuts rootworm and fights resistance. “We can break the cycle by planting hybrids with Duracade,” said Syngenta entomologist Isaac Oyediran. “It brings a different mode of action against corn rootworm for a healthier corn crop and higher yield potential.” For more information about Agrisure Duracade trait stacks visit www.agrisureduracade.com or talk to your local seed provider.

According to O’Brien, “developing a multiyear, field-by-field corn rootworm plan that rotates control methods over the years” is the best way to delay the resistance of corn rootworm and help harvest the best yields long term.

“We need to get out of the mindset of what was best last year and get into the mindset of how we show corn rootworm something different.”

Growers who rotate pesticide modes of action for maximum control and high efficiency must also rotate hybrid trait

—Tim O’Brien, Ph.D.

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Pork producers losing $1B a year Trade top priority as losses mount By Jeannine Otto

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WASHINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; For the National Pork Producers Council, the ongoing trade war with China means lost opportunities â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and lost dollars. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Given the uncertainties surrounding the U.S.China trade dispute, we just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and nobody knows,â&#x20AC;? said Nick Giordano, NPPC vice president and counsel for global governmental affairs. Giordano spoke during a NPPC media briefing following its Legislative Action Conference, a

two-day, ďŹ&#x201A;y-in event that brought over 100 producers to the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capital. One of the ďŹ rst questions for the panel of NPPC board members and staďŹ&#x20AC; was on trade and how much U.S. pork producers are losing due to the ongoing U.S.-China trade war. Giordano said U.S. producers are losing $8 per animal, which amounts to $1 billion annually. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That number could grow, depending on the extent to which the U.S. is able to serve the Chinese market,â&#x20AC;? he said. African swine fever has decimated the herd of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest pork-producing country. Estimates have put the losses as high as half of the total swine herd in China, which also is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest consumer of pork. Those factors create

an opportunity for other countries to ďŹ ll the gap in China. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The question going forward is to what extent will the United States beneďŹ t from this unprecedented opportunity in China,â&#x20AC;? Giordano said. In 2018, the Trump administration announced the ďŹ rst of a series of tariďŹ&#x20AC;s on Chinese goods entering the United States. In retaliation, China placed tariďŹ&#x20AC;s on a list of U.S. goods, including pork and soybeans. TariďŹ&#x20AC;s on U.S. pork include a 25% tariďŹ&#x20AC; in April 2018, a 25% tariďŹ&#x20AC; in June 2019 and another 10% earlier this month. With the existing 12% tariďŹ&#x20AC; rate on pork, the tariďŹ&#x20AC; rate on U.S. pork going into China currently stands at 72%. Without the trade war tariďŹ&#x20AC;s, the tariďŹ&#x20AC; on U.S. pork entering China is 12%.

China exempted some U.S. products, including pork and soybeans, from further tariďŹ&#x20AC; rate increases after the U.S. postponed some tariffs that were scheduled to take eďŹ&#x20AC;ect from the ďŹ rst to the middle of October. Giordano said that prior to the trade war, the ďŹ rst supplier of choice to ďŹ ll Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s protein and pork gap would have been obvious. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Going back two years ago, or further than that, under those economic conditions, without trade restrictions, unequivocally it would be the United States who would be the principal beneďŹ ciary. But given the uncertainties surrounding the U.S.-China trade dispute, we just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know,â&#x20AC;? he said. The deďŹ cit of the Chinese production is push-

ing pork prices and meat prices higher around the globe as other countries seek to ďŹ ll the hole left by that loss. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Clearly, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upward pressure on global pork and beef prices because if you pull that much meat protein out of the global meat complex, it creates upward pressure on prices, but whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to beneďŹ t and how much, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know,â&#x20AC;? Giordano said. As with the feared longterm impacts of the trade war on the demand for U.S. grain, the fear that other countries will ramp up their pork production

to become larger pork suppliers to China is real. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our great concern is the longer this goes on, the less we beneďŹ t. The more places like Brazil, Europe and competing areas, they expand their production, they get more of the Chinese market and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competition that we have to deal with presumably over the long haul,â&#x20AC;? Giordano said. Jeannine Otto can be reached at 815-2232558, ext. 211, or jotto@ agrinews-pubs.com. Follow her on Twitter at: @AgNews_Otto.

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Listen to Partisanship, piffle and prattle the music Like many of you, I watched as much of the Ken Burns film documentary “Country Music” as I was able to and look forward to catching the episodes I missed in the very near future. Although I Rural Issues wasn’t around before the 1960s, I grew up listening to most of Cyndi the music played by Youngthe musicians feaPuyear tured in the series. My mom’s side of the family always played music when we got together for family gatherings. Uncle Jerry and Aunt Shirley often hosted jam sessions and they had a music room in their house. Men and women with rhythm guitars, bass guitars, steel guitars, banjos, fiddles, drums, harmonicas, mandolins, dobros and once in a while a doghouse bass, would gather in the biggest open area in the house or on the front porch and play all afternoon and into the night. My musical interests were not limited to that which I heard played at family gatherings, the local country-and-western radio station, “Hee Haw” or “Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters” TV shows. I loved it all. From Bread to Glen Campbell, Tanya Tucker to Billy Joel, Jackson Browne, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Patty Loveless, Tammy Wynette, The Outlaws, Buck Owens, Little Feat, David Allan Coe, Jerry Jeff Walker, Loretta Lynn, George Jones, Conway, Waylon, Willie, Charley Pride — and hundreds of others — the music moved me. If I were to put together a soundtrack for my life, it would be diverse! During my freshman year in high school, I remember discovering Charlie Daniels Band and Poco, Mason Proffit and Pure Prairie League. My uncle Jerry, who had always been a country-and-western purist, turned up his nose when I told him about my discoveries. That all changed when I left my “Two Lane Highway” album with him. When I came back the next weekend, he was playing his steel guitar along with Pure Prairie League. The final episode of the documentary by Burns was titled “Don’t Get Above Your Raising” and featured a piece about how Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, Randy Travis, The Judds, Vince Gill and a handful of other musicians, didn’t forget where they — and their music — came from. While listening to Peter Coyote narrate the program, my husband looked over at me and said, “It was these neo-traditional country artists that held us all together back in the ‘80s.” And yet, some change is inevitable. The introduction of electric guitars, varying vocal styles and mixing and mastering in the production studio brought a cleaner and crisper sound. Being unique isn’t a bad thing. I listened to Lateral Blue, a Bluegrass band from Nashville do a cover of Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition.” Mandolin, bass, banjo and fiddle are not the instruments I would associate with that song, but it was genius. Singer, songwriter and accomplished producer Ray Benson, cofounder the Western swing band Asleep at the Wheel, wrote in one of his songs, “You got to dance with who brung you.” How many times have we heard — and used — the cliché, “Think outside the box?” I think it is OK to slay a few sacred cows if you remember that the strongest stone in the structure is in the foundation. The result could be a thing of beauty.

Some years ago, I wrote a column on how farm groups sternly preached the value of what they reverently called “sound science,” but in fact usually endorsed only “science that sounds good” to the Farm & Food groups. Not coincidentally, File I noted, most of that good-sounding science Alan Guebert was “science” tied to research bought-andpaid-for by the groups themselves. Examples of this thumb-on-the-scale tactic continue to do exactly what they are intended to do: confuse, mislead and redirect farmers, ranchers and naïve policymakers away from solutions disfavored by the group. Take the beef checkoff. Earlier this year, the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, the 99-member committee that runs the national checkoff, released results of what it called “an economic study to measure the return on beef producers’ and importers’ investments into the national portion of the Beef Checkoff program over the past five-year period, 2014-2018.” Yes, the CBB paid for the study and, to no one’s surprise, Ivy League researchers found positive news in this negative: “Had there not been any domestic CBB demand-enhancing activities over the last five-year period, total domestic beef demand would have been 14.3% lower than actual.” In short, cattle folks, without the checkoff, your losses in the cattle market would be even more catastrophic than today’s $100-per-head and meatpacker

profits would be even more obscene than today’s estimated $450 per head. And if that doesn’t raise a suspecting eyebrow, here’s another checkoff-financed “fact” that supports continued checkoff spending and your continued (cough, cough) “profitability”: “Collectively, the overall (benefit-cost ratio) for all CBB activities — including foreign market development — is $11.91. In other words, an extra dollar invested in CBB activities over the period… returned $11.91 to beef industry producer profit.” No one — except maybe the Big Four meatpackers, who seem able to vacuum up every nickel in rural America — believes this “economic” whopper. The evidence they offer is as bloody as any kill floor: The U.S. cattle sector is now enduring a market shakeout as violent as the 1998 hog market meltdown that led to today’s near-total packer domination of U.S. pork production. Worse, in what’s becoming the motto for 2019, there is no end in sight. This self-financed, self-serving “science” isn’t unique to just checkoffs. The Trump administration’s recent rejection of the Waters of the U.S. rule, or WOTUS, was based largely on a sea of reports and “maps’ financed by major farm groups, such as the American Farm Bureau Federation, whose primary goal was to kill — not debate it, or alter — WOTUS. Silvia Secchi, an associate professor at the University of Iowa, made that point again, in a Sept. 23 Cedar Rapids Gazette column that questioned Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst’s repeated misstatement that WOTUS would negatively impact 97% on Iowa farmland. “It’s absolutely not correct,” Secchi, a

member of the university’s Department of Geographical and Sustainability Sciences, told Gazette columnist Todd Dorman. It’s “fear mongering,” she added because WOTUS “rules preserved all exemptions for agriculture… So, for Sen. Ernst to say that is really… ridiculous. It’s not true.” Ernst’s defense? Her oft-repeated number came from a 2015 report that contained “a series of maps” on WOTUS’ assumed reach prepared by a firm called Geosyntec Consulting and paid for by AFBF. The nation’s biggest, most politically-active farm group, a longstanding foe of what it called government “harassment,” said the maps “clearly show” WOTUS would “radically expand” government’s role in agricultural water runoff regulations. That claim might have been accurate if the assumptions underlying the report had been accurate. They weren’t; they were assumptions targeted to get the desired answers and, to no one’s shock, they did exactly that. But using science that sounds good to win political arguments on, say, the efficacy of commodity checkoffs or an update of water runoff rules is, at best, a temporary victory. At worst, it undermines farm and ranch groups’ credibility when the problem inevitably rises again. And when it does, sound science — facts, figures and focus — must prevail, not partisanship, piffle and prattle or else everyone loses. Again. Farm & Food File is published weekly through the U.S. and Canada. Source material and contact information are posted at www.farmandfoodfile.com.

In defense of supply management programs By Harwood D. Schaffer and Daryll E. Ray

President Donald Trump recently announced a second round of trade mitigation payments, bringing the two-year total to $28 billion. In response to that announcement, we have been asked: “Could we have spent that money better with a different farm program?” Before we answer that question, let’s look at the general situation in agriculture since 2012 and crop agriculture followed by an examination of soybean prices and exports which are subject to retaliatory tariffs by China. Net farm income hit a peak in calendar 2013 as the result of a drought that resulted in a yield-shortened 2012 corn crop. In 2013, net farm income was $123.7 billion, which included $11 billion in direct government payments. By 2016, farm income had fallen to $62.0 billion, including $13 billion in direct government payments. In 2017, net farm income rose to $77.7 billion and $84 billion in 2018 with government payments of $11.5 billion and $13.7 billion, respectively. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Aug. 30 forecast for 2019 net farm income is $88 billion, which includes $19.5 billion in direct government payments. The increase in government payments is $1.8 billion more than the increase in net farm income. In the USDA’s spreadsheet on U.S. farm sector income, it is not clear where or if the trade mitigation payments have been included for 2018 and 2019. The income numbers do not include federal

Two-year total of trade mitigation payments: $28B. Estimated total government payments: $61B.

have been established, they are not likely to change very quickly. If Congress had implemented a supply management program as the core of the 2018 farm bill, crop prices in general would be higher than they are today. In addition, a disruption in soybean exports to China would have resulted crop insurance subsidies. in some soybeans being forfeited to the In part, soybean prices have suffered Commodity Credit Corp. and isolated from the same decline in prices as other from the market, sustaining soybean crops reflected in the decline in net farm prices. income since 2012. Between 2012 and In addition, the cost of this program 2017, the season average corn price dewould have cost the taxpayers significlined by 48.8% while the decline in the cantly less. Over the four-year period of price of soybeans was 64.8%. the 2018 farm bill the supply manageThis differential is attributable to ment program of the Agricultural Policy the stabilization in the amount of corn Analysis Center and the Texas Farmers needed for ethanol production while Union was projected to cost $25.6 bilsoybean exports increased by 60.7%. lion and probably a little more because Based on the USDA 2019 forecast, the modeling completed in 2017 did not soybean prices will be 59% of their 2012 include a trade dispute with China. level and corn shows a modest increase For 2018 and the 2019 USDA forecast, to 52.3%. While soybeans have been the two-year direct government payments subject to the general price malaise exare slated to cost $33.1 billion while the perienced by other crops, much of the trade payments are projected to be $28 decline over the last two years can be billion for a total of $61.1 billion. attributed to the trade dispute. Even with $61.1 billion in government Did this price decline have to happen? expenditures in addition to crop insurIf the president had been more judicious ance subsidies, most farmers are not rein his handling of outstanding trade covering the full cost for the crops they issues with China, U.S. soybean exports are producing while some are having to to China likely would have continued to file for bankruptcy. increase. Although some want to tar supply As it now stands, there is a distinct management programs as the failed proprobability that the United States may grams of the past, it can be argued they never regain the level of China’s soybean are certainly more cost effective than imports that it enjoyed in recent years. the current palette of programs. As we have seen with other policy-based trade disruptions, once alter© 2019 Agricultural Policy Analysis Center. nate agricultural trading relationships

Cyndi Young-Puyear is farm director and operations manager for Brownfield Network.

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FOR WEEK ENDING SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Futures Prices This Last This week week Chg. week CATTLE HOGS OCT 19 105.02 99.35 5.67 OCT 19 65.27 DEC 19 110.57 105.15 5.42 DEC 19 69.85 FEB 20 116.20 112.07 4.13 FEB 20 75.80 APR 20 118.47 115.62 2.85 APR 20 81.35 JUN 20 111.05 108.42 2.63 MAY 20 87.30 AUG 20 109.15 106.60 2.55 JUN 20 90.92

Last week Chg. 60.35 66.25 73.90 80.70 87.45 91.70

4.92 3.60 1.90 0.65 -0.15 -0.78

MILK CLASS III SEP 19 18.28 OCT 19 18.15 NOV 19 18.14 DEC 19 17.47 JAN 20 16.78 FEB 20 16.44

18.26 18.66 18.39 17.70 16.97 16.63

0.02 -0.51 -0.35 -0.23 -0.10 -0.19

8 20 16 12 16 10

SOYBEANS NOV 19 8830 JAN 20 8974 MAR 20 9100 MAY 20 9204 JUL 20 9294 AUG 20 9340

8826 8964 9086 9192 9286 9324

4 10 14 12 8 16

CHICAGO WHEAT DEC 19 4872 4842 30 MAR 20 4936 4910 26 MAY 20 4984 4956 28 JUL 20 5022 4996 26 SEP 20 5100 5072 28 DEC 20 5230 5200 30

K.C. WHEAT DEC 19 4074 MAR 20 4206 MAY 20 4302 JUL 20 4392 SEP 20 4506 DEC 20 4674

4074 4210 4306 4402 4516 4676

0 -4 -4 -10 -10 -2

BRENT CRUDE OIL NOV 19 61.91 64.28 -2.37 61.04 63.20 -2.16 DEC 19 JAN 20 60.19 62.20 -2.01 59.55 61.52 -1.97 FEB 20 MAR 20 59.08 61.02 -1.94 APR 20 58.70 60.62 -1.92

ETHANOL OCT 19 NOV 19 DEC 19 JAN 20 FEB 20 MAR 20

1.362 1.360 1.368 1.368 1.368 1.368

0.115 0.049 0.018 0.018 0.018 0.018

FEEDER CATTLE OCT 19 144.32 NOV 19 142.97 JAN 20 138.70 MAR 20 138.12 APR 20 139.30 MAY 20 139.92

139.20 137.02 133.85 132.95 134.10 134.52

5.12 5.95 4.85 5.17 5.20 5.40

CORN DEC 19 3714 3706 MAR 20 3836 3816 MAY 20 3910 3894 JUL 20 3964 3952 SEP 20 3982 3966 DEC 20 4030 4020

1.477 1.409 1.386 1.386 1.386 1.386

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40.94 76.18 17.24 56.54 48.65

40.90 52.06 76.46 80.64 17.43 22.99 55.96 72.35 49.29 56.51

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CTVA 27.80 28.92 32.78 DD 70.25 71.60 95.40 DE 166.26 164.07 171.22 FMC 86.13 89.90 92.13 MOS 20.26 20.69 37.37

Export Inspections (MIL BU.) This Year Cumulative Cumulative Cml. week ago this year year ago % diff. WHEAT 476.173 429.193 CORN 233.993 1353.382 SOYBEANS 922.550 719.339

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2646 2588 2559 2.24 3.40 648 658 648 -1.52 0.00

MEAT PRICES This week Last week Change Pork Cutout Bellies Loins Hams Yld Gr 3 Choice Beef Select Beef 5-Mkt Fed Cattle Live 5-Mkt Fed Cattle Carcass

73.57 68.81 4.76 113.41 99.12 14.29 70.71 69.08 1.63 66.21 60.12 6.09 213.26 217.27 -4.01 189.78 192.69 -2.91 103.46 101.28 2.18 165.27 162.47 2.80

CASH HOGS, LIVE PRICE This week Last week Change Interior Illinois

33.00

31.00

2.00

Eastern Corn Belt Direct Feeder Cattle Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Kentucky and Ohio Reported sales this week, 3,734; last week, 9,171; last year, 2,571. Demand moderate. Supply included 100% over 600 lbs, 45% heifers. Feeder Steers Medium, Large 1-2 Avg Avg. Delivery Head Wt. Price (FOB) 772 135.66 Current 394 435 785 132.00 Oct 360 800 130.93 Oct 290 825 128.00 Nov 290 825 128.00 Dec 290 825 124.00 Jan

Feeder Heifers Medium, Large 1 650 138.15 Current 80 712 129.65 Current 150 750 127.18 Current 140 Feeder Heifers Medium, Large 1-2 750 126.00 Current 65 750 123.12 Oct 325 325 750 121.00 Dec Feeder Heifers Medium, Large 2 265 725 117.75 Dec 325 750 119.00 Jan

USDA National Grain Market Review Compared to last week, cash bids for corn and soybeans were mixed; wheat was mostly lower with dark northern spring wheat sharply higher; sorghum was steady to lower. Ethanol production for week ending Sept. 20 totaled 0.943 million barrels per day, a 60,000-barrel decrease when compared to the week prior. The decrease in production is the second largest weekly decline. Ethanol stocks were at 22.5 mb this week, a decrease of .738 mb. Monday's crop condition report showed corn at 55% good to excellent, which would be 14% less than a year ago. Corn dented was reported at 79% this week, 17% below a year ago. Corn mature was reported at 29% this week, 40% below a year ago. Soybean condition was reported at 54% good to excellent, which is 14% less than last year. Soybeans dropping leaves reported at 34%, which is 34% behind last year. Wheat was steady to 16 cents lower with dark northern spring 38 1/2 cents to 48 1/2 cents higher. Corn was 10 cents lower to 16 3/4 cents higher. Sorghum was steady to 1 cent lower. Soybeans were 7 1/2 cents lower to 3 1/2 cents higher.

CORN Kansas City US No 2 rail White Corn was 1 1/4 cent lower to 2 cents higher from 3.68 1/43.75 3/4 per bushel. Kansas City US No 2 truck Yellow Corn was 1/4 to 9 1/4 cents lower from 3.57 1/2-3.67 1/2 per bushel. Omaha US No 2 Yellow Corn was 7 to 10 cents lower from 3.66-3.67 per bushel. Chicago US No 2 Yellow Corn was 1/4 cent lower to 16 3/4 cents higher from 3.92 1/2-4.12 1/2 per bushel. Toledo US No 2 rail Yellow corn was 1/4 to 5 1/4 cents lower from 3.92 1/2-3.97 1/2 per

bushel. Minneapolis US No 2 Yellow corn rail was 1/4 cent lower at 3.33 1/2 per bushel.

OILSEEDS Minneapolis Yellow truck soybeans were 4 1/2 cents lower at 8.18 1/2 per bushel. Illinois Processors US No 1 Yellow truck soybeans were 2 1/2 cents lower to 3 1/2 cents higher from 8.48 1/2-8.83 1/2 per bushel. Kansas City US No 2 Yellow truck soybeans were 4 1/2 to 7 1/2 cents lower from 8.13 1/28.43 1/2 per bushel. Illinois 48 percent soybean meal, processor rail bid was 1.40 lower from 285.80-300.80 per bushel. Central Illinois Crude Soybean oil processor bid was 0.80 points lower from 28.51-29.01 per cwt.

WHEAT Kansas City US No 1 Hard Red Winter, ordinary protein rail bid was 1 1/4 cents lower from 4.83 1/4-4.93 1/4 per bushel. St. Louis truck US No 2 Soft Red Winter terminal bid was 16 cents lower at 4.74 per bushel. Minneapolis and Duluth US No 1 Dark Northern Spring, 14.0 to 14.5 percent protein rail, was 38 1/2 to 48 1/2 cents higher at 7.08 3/4 per bushel. Portland US Soft White wheat rail was steady to 3 cents lower from 5.88-5.92 per bushel.

SORGHUM US No 2 yellow truck, Kansas City was steady from 5.94-6.03 per cwt. Texas High Plains US No 2 yellow sorghum (prices paid or bid to the farmer, fob elevator) was steady to 1 cent lower from 6.29-6.55 per cwt.

OATS US 2 or Better oats, rail bid to arrive at Minneapolis 20 day was 1/2 to 6 1/2 cents lower from 2.83 1/4-3.20 1/4 per bushel.

John Mott, an associate professor in the Purdue Polytechnic Institute, led the development of cost-effective technology aimed at helping to enable network connectivity in rural areas.

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Innovative system provides internet option WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Ah, the joys of living out in the country: the quiet, the space and the peacefulness. Then there’s the internet connection, which can go from bad to worse quickly in many rural areas. Purdue University researchers soon may have an answer to help create better options for rural Wi-Fi — and the same technology may help airports and the rural transmission of critical data for utilities and other service providers. “Distributed devices in many rural locations are located at significant distances from potential network connection points,” said John Mott, an associate professor in the Purdue Polytechnic Institute and the director of Purdue’s Advanced Aviation Analytics Institute for Research. “In addition, such applications often have antenna height restrictions and face transmission challenges due to obstacles that protrude into the transmission path. Yet the information from such devices is critical for many information systems that need to collect data from these rural areas.” The current solution for longrange Wi-Fi transmission is to use high-powered transmitters with antennas mounted at high elevations. Mott said these solutions are expensive and prohibitive for many applications associated with antenna height restrictions, such as aviation applications.

Mott and his team developed a bihelical receiving antenna that efficiently recaptures a portion of signal energy lost due to multipath interference to achieve a more powerful received signal. Through an innovative design and the use of directional antennas, this technology is an antenna system that can transmit and receive data over long ranges at low elevations. “Our cost-effective technology is aimed at helping to enable network connectivity in rural areas,” said Mott, the founding editor of the Journal of Aviation Technology and Engineering. “This technology allows the use of reduced-height antennas. It is also a low-cost solution that reduces the amount of required transmitter power.” The researchers are working with the Purdue Research Foundation Office of Technology Commercialization to patent the technology. They are looking for additional partners and those interested in licensing the technology. The work aligns with Purdue’s Giant Leaps celebration of the university’s global advancements made in sustainability as part of Purdue’s 150th anniversary. It is one of the four themes of the yearlong celebration’s Ideas Festival, designed to showcase Purdue as an intellectual center solving real-world issues.

Revisiting top movie quotes 10. “You talking to me?” — “Taxi Excerpts from my column “Top Movies Driver” Here, on the other hand, is my Quotes of All Time” list of top movie quotes, and each from March 2009: is from a classic Western. Compare my choices to the American Film The markets Institute’s and decide for yourself did not rile me which is the better list. this week, but the 1. “Somebody back East is saying, American Film ‘Why don’t he write!?’” — “Dances Institute certainly Commodity did. With Wolves” Insight 2. “I’m your huckleberry.” — They had the audacity to list the top “Tombstone” Jerry Welch 10 movie quotes of 3.”Now remember… when things look bad, and it looks like you’re all time and to my astonishment, not a single quote was not gunna make it, then you gotta get mean. I mean plumb mad dog from a Western. mean… ‘Cause if you lose your head Needless to say, their list is seriand you give up, you neither live nor ously flawed. Nonetheless, here are win. That’s just the way it is.” — “The their picks: Outlaw Josey Wales” Top 10 movie quotes: 4. “There are only two things more 1. “Frankly, my dear, I don’t give a beautiful than a good gun: a Swiss damn.” — “Gone With the Wind” watch or a woman from anywhere. 2. “I’m going to make him an offer Ever had a good… Swiss watch?” — he can’t refuse.” — “The Godfather” “Red River” 3. “You don’t understand. I coulda had class. I coulda been a contender. 5. “It’s a hell of a thing, killin’ I could’ve been somebody, instead of a man. Take away all he’s got, and all he’s ever gonna have.” — a bum, which is what I am.” — “On “Unforgiven” the Waterfront” 6. Pike: “He gave his word.” Dutch: 4. “Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in “He gave his word to a railroad.” Kansas anymore.” — “The Wizard Pike: “It’s his word.” Dutch: “That of Oz” ain’t what counts! It’s who you give 5. “Here’s looking at you, kid.” — it to!” — “The Wild Bunch” “Casablanca” 7. “This is the West, sir. When the 6. “Go ahead, make my day.” — legend becomes fact. Print the leg“Sudden Impact” end.” — “The Man Who Shot Liberty 7. “All right, Mr. DeMille, I’m Valance” ready for my close-up.” — “Sunset 8. “A man who wouldn’t cheat for a Boulevard” poke don’t want one bad enough.” — 8. “May the Force be with you.” — “Lonesome Dove” “Star Wars” 9. “Fasten your seat belts. It’s going to be a bumpy night.” — “All About Eve” See QUOTES, Page B11

Farmers are about the long game. Responsible agriculture takes time, from tending crops and caring for livestock to trees Zippy Duvall growing and vines. Farming American doesn’t come Farm Bureau easy, but we Federation love the land and want to pass that legacy on to the next generation. And thanks to modern farming practices and innovative technologies, our future is greener and brighter. Farmers and ranchers face each changing season asking what we can do better. When it comes to sustainability, I’d argue we could do a better job of telling our story and sharing our successes. As farmers, we don’t get caught up in what’s trending, but we are committed to doing what’s right and best for our families, our land and our animals. That commitment has yielded tremendous results. I hear the phrase “climate-smart” farming used a lot these days as stakeholders gather to talk about what’s next for keeping agriculture sustainable. I’d wager that most of us back home, just call it “smart farming.” We do what’s good for the land, our resources, our families, our communities and our businesses, and we are eager to adopt new tools and practices that help us do that even better. We have learned and improved. Today, American farmers are growing more with less, thanks to smarter farm equipment and better seeds. In the last 70 years, our farms have nearly tripled production while the amount of resources used — such as land, energy and fertilizer — have remained steady. Not many industries can boast those kinds of results. In fact, when you stack us up against other U.S. industries, agriculture is responsible for just 9% of greenhouse gas emissions. My cows get a lot of undeserved celebrity for their environmental impact, but the general public has overestimated that impact and ignored animal agriculture’s important role in the ecosystem. Altogether, U.S. cows have been responsible for less than 3% of greenhouse gas emissions in the last 30 years. What’s more, cows and other livestock play a key role in the green cycle. They make food out of plants that are unsuitable to those of us with just one stomach, and they graze lands that can be preserved from commercial development. Their added feed is grown on cropland that absorbs carbon and keeps it there. Not only is U.S. agriculture low in emissions, but farmers and ranchers are also taking active steps to make our footprint even smaller. We’re producing and using renewable energy and even turning waste into energy through methane digesters. Thanks to home-grown fuel like ethanol and biodiesel, in 2018, the United States reduced GHG emissions to the equivalent of taking 17 million cars off the road. Our country and our world can’t have a sustainable environment without farmland. Carbon is life for plants, and America’s farms and ranches are essential to a healthy, balanced climate. Today, more than 140 million acres of U.S. farmland are being used for conservation efforts and wildlife habitats — that’s equal to the states of California and New York combined. But productive farmland is key to the health of our environment, too. Farm soil is healthier thanks to techniques we’re using like reduced tillage and no-till that protect our soil from erosion and keep nutrients in the dirt. It’s an exciting time to be in farming when you look at the tools and technology available to us. But for U.S. agriculture to continue to lead the way in sustainability, our nation must prioritize investments in ag research and innovation. I am proud of what we have accomplished together and excited for what’s next. Let’s share our great story, and let’s keep innovating to give our children an even better story to share in the next 30 years. Zippy Duvall is the president of the American Farm Bureau Federation.

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Producers to receive prevented planting ‘top-up’ payments WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Sept. 26 that producers currently participating in federal crop insurance who had in 2019 a payable prevented planting indemnity related to flooding, excess moisture or causes other than drought will automatically receive a “top-up” payment. Producers will receive the payment from their Approved Insurance Providers starting in mid-October. Producers with Yield Protection and Revenue Protection with Harvest Price Exclusion will receive a 10% top-up payment, while producers with Revenue Protection will receive 15%. They do not need to sign up to receive payments; all producers with a 2019 prevented planting indemnity will receive the top-up. “It was a challenging planting season for many of our farmers,” said Bill Northey, USDA’s under secretary for farm production and conservation. “We are doing everything we can to ensure producers receive the help they need. “USDA is working with AIPs so that producers can receive additional payments as soon as possible and we appreciate the AIPs for helping us help America’s farmers.” The crop insurance industry will deliver the payments as part of the Additional Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Relief Act of 2019. After the initial payment, additional payments will be made in the middle of each month as more prevented planting claims are processed. “Crop insurance is an important program for many producers to help them manage their production and price risks,” said Martin Barbre, administrator of USDA’s Risk Management Agency. “We’re leveraging that system to efficiently and effectively deliver much needed support to our farmers.” RMA received commitments from all 14 Approved Insurance Providers to deliver the top-up payments: n ACE Property and Casualty Rain and Hail Insurance Co. n American Agri-Business Insurance Co.

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9. “Just once, I’d like to shoot at an educated man.” – “Lonesome Dove” 10. “Never apologize. It’s a sign of weakness.” — “She Wore A Yellow Ribbon” 11. “I won’t be wronged, I won’t be insulted, and I won’t be laid a hand on. I don’t do these things to other people and I expect the same from them.” — “The Shootist” 12. “I can’t stand rude behavior in a man. I won’t tolerate it.” — “Lonesome Dove” 13. “Fill your hands, you son of a b*tch.” — “True Grit” 14. “Are you gonna pull those pistols or whistle Dixie?” — “The Outlaw Josey Wales” 15. “Whoa, take ‘er easy there, Pilgrim.” — “The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” 16. “Are you crazy? The fall will probably kill you!” — “Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid” I left word with the American Film Institute a week ago about their list and why it should be amended to include quotes from classic American Westerns. They have yet to return my call. If I do not hear from them soon, I will have no choice, but to make them an offer they cannot refuse. If you have a quote from a Western film you favor drop me a line. I would love hearing it. And next week it is back to the Big Four — stocks, bonds, currencies and commodities.

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