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Norton Christian Church Launches Volunteer Delivery Program The Norton Christian Church has created a volunteer delivery program in response to COVID-19 and the statewide Stay-Home order. The program matches volunteers with people who need groceries or other items delivered to their home. The target population are people who are in a highrisk group as defined by the CDC (older adults and people with underlying medical conditions), but the program is open to anyone who needs assistance. The Norton County Community Foundation, Norton Area Chamber of Commerce, and Nor-

ton City/County Economic Development are helping to support the program by coordinating with local businesses. If you or someone you know needs assistance with pick-up and delivery of groceries or other essential items, please call the Norton Christian Church at 785-877-2871 or fill out this online form: https://forms.gle/JWTG7BeWTAoLD76T7. The volunteer committee will match each request to a volunteer, who will then reach out directly to discuss details and make arrangements. People who are interested in joining the volunteer taskforce may call the Christian Church or fill out this online form:

https://forms.gle/1BJ 9 U Qhw Z T Ej f P j PA . Volunteers will be contacted on an as-needed basis. Volunteers must be 18 years or older and legally able to drive. To ensure safety, volunteers are encouraged to wear disposable gloves when picking up/delivering items and will not enter a person’s home. Groceries/other items will be left on the porch at a previously-arranged time. “It is so wonderful to see people coming together to help others,” said Lucas Melvin, a volunteer with the program. For more information, please contact the Norton Christian Church at

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785-877-2871, email Lucas Melvin at lmelvin@ usd211.org, or email the Norton County Community Foundation at foundation@nortonccf.org. About Norton County Community Foundation: The Norton County Community Foundation was established in 1994 for the purpose of supporting local charitable activities in Norton County through endowments made to the foundation. Dedicated to serving today for tomorrow, to make our community a better place in which to live. Connect with the Norton County Community Foundation at www.nortonccf.org.

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Kansas AG, US Attorney partner to combat COVID-19 fraud Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt and U.S. Attorney Stephen McAllister aannounced a state-federal partnership to investigate and prosecute scammers attempting to prey on Kansans during the COVID-19 outbreak.

The two offices agree coordinating information and manpower will allow the agencies to more quickly verify allegations and prosecute those who are profiteering off the crisis. “This partnership will allow our two agencies to bring the maximum state and federal resources to bear to stop scams, frauds and price gouging during this state of emergency,” Schmidt said. “I appreciate Steve’s strong leadership in

the U.S. attorney’s office and look forward to working closely with his team to protect Kansans in the face of this crisis.” wThe attorney general’s Consumer Protection Division will work directly with two prosecutors in the U.S. attorney’s office designated for handling C OVID-19-rel ate d matters. “Nationally, we have seen everything from people offering for sale respiratory masks they were not going to deliver to people seeking donations for non-existent COVID-19 charities,” McAllister said. “We are not going to stand by while that happens in Kansas.” Anyone with information about C OVID-19-rel ate d scams or price goug-

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HO scale train miscellaneous items. Engines, cars, tracks, bridges and more. 785-533-1126 ing should file a complaint with the attorney general’s office online on a form specifically designed for coronavirus issues, available along with other resources about the state’s response to the outbreak, at www. ag.ks.gov. Kansans may also call the attorney general’s consumer protection hotline at (800) 432-2310 to request a paper complaint form be sent by mail. Complaints can also be submitted to the U.S. attorney’s office by email at USAKS.Covid. Fraud@usdoj.gov or by calling the National Center for Disaster Fraud (NCDF) hotline at (866) 720-5721.

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State Line Shopper Coronavirus Aid, Relief, NCBA Applauds Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter and Economic Security Urging COVID-19 Relief for Cattle Producers (CARES) Act included The National Cattle- san group of over 145 law- “We remain hopeful that Senate Agriculture Appro- provisions that replenmen’s Beef Association makers from both cham- USDA can quickly deliver priations Chairman John ished USDA’s Commod(NCBA) applauded a bers of Congress. this relief to the cattle pro- Hoeven (R-N.D.), Senate ity Credit Corporation’s congressional letter “America’s cattle produc- ducers that so desperately Agriculture Appropriaborrowing authority that was sent to U.S. ers have been hit hard by need it.” tions Ranking Member back to the statutory cap Department of Agricul- the unforeseen financial The letter was led by Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-O.R.), ture (USDA) Secretary challenges brought on by John Thune (R-S.D.) and House Agriculture Chair- of $30 billion, as well as Sonny Perdue, urging this pandemic. We thank Catherine Cortez Masto man Collin Peterson made $9.5 billion in new swift relief for Amer- each and every lawmaker (D-Nev.) in the Senate, (D-Minn.), House Agri- appropriations available ican cattle producers that showed their contin- and Reps. Henry Cuellar culture Ranking Member for use by USDA to assist who have been ad- ued support to rural fam- (D-Calif.) and Dusty John- Mike Conaway (R-Texas), livestock and specialty versely impacted by the ilies by signing onto this son (R-S.D.) in the House House Agriculture Ap- crop producers impacted ongoing Coronavirus critical letter,” said NCBA of Representatives. Other propriations Chairman by COVID-19. The letter Disease (COVID-19) President Marty Smith, notable signers include Sanford Bishop (D-Ga.), echoes NCBA’s position pandemic. The letter a family cow-calf opera- Senate Agriculture Chair- and House Agriculture that USDA must implewas signed by a biparti- tor from Wacahoota, Fla. man Pat Roberts (R-Kan.), Appropriations Ranking ment these new authoriMember Jeff Fortenberry ties as quickly and equi(R-Neb.). The recently-enacted tably as possible.

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Hunters, other recreationists advised to be smart during COVID-19 crisis

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is advising hunters, anglers and other outdoor enthusiasts to honor guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other health organizations, to avoid spread of coronavirus as they head to the field this spring. “Outdoor recreation has long been an important part of our way of life for relaxing and getting in touch with nature, and many people are turning to outdoor recreation as they seek comfort during this monumental public

crisis," said Jim Douglas, director of Game and Parks. “As we head outdoors during this time, though, we need to be smart about it and follow physical distancing and other existing guidelines and directives concerning the prevention of coronavirus transfer.”

Travel Guidelines Under the provisions of an executive order by Gov. Pete Ricketts this week, nonresidents who do not already have a permit for Nebraska’s spring turkey season will not be able to get one. For the hunters who do

have a permit, the agency

recommends they stay at least 6 feet away from people they meet, including fellow hunters and property owners. The same advice to physically distance goes for other forms of outdoor recreation, including fishing, hiking and boating. To avoid face-to-face encounters, hunters should gain permission from landowners in advance by phone or internet and avoid knocking on doors while seeking a place to pursue gobblers. To avoid contact, concerned landowners may put a sign on their door with messaging

for any hunters who might visit. Other guidelines for the public include minimizing travel distance from your home and spreading out. Avoid congested parking lots, trailheads, and other access sites. Recreationists should research their trip in advance. Campgrounds and other usual amenities may be temporarily closed to the public. People also should carry all needed supplies for their activities to lessen the chance of encounters with other people while stopping at businesses. Proper

hygiene at gas pumps, restrooms, boat ramps and

other high-traffic locations is imperative. Any person who is sick, has a fever of 100.4 degrees or higher, has knowingly been exposed to sick individuals, or has travelled outside of the country or to any areas with the community spread of COVID-19, should remain at home. Game and Parks response to COVID-19 The agency in late March closed all parks offices and commission offices; service and education centers; and other facilities temporarily. Also closed in April, with a possible extension peri-

od, are state park and recreation area lodges, cabins, and public shower buildings. State parks, recreation areas and campgrounds remain open at this time, as are a limited number of public restrooms, which are sanitized regularly per Centers for Disease Control and Protection recommendations. For the most up-todate information on closures and event cancellations or postponements, visit Outd o or Nebr ask a . org / healthinfo.

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DOT and EPA Issue Final Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Rule The

Department of Transportation and Environmental Protection Agency released final emissions rules on March 31st. The agencies will change the Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Rule setting corporate fuel economy and CO2 emissions standards, known as CAFÉ standards, for model years 2021-2026 passenger cars and light trucks. The final rule will increase stringency of CAFE and CO2 emissions standards by 1.5 percent each year through model year 2026, as compared with the standards issued in 2012, which would have required about

five percent annual increases. EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler says the final rule “puts in place a sensible national program that strikes the right regulatory balance that protects our environment and sets reasonable targets for the auto industry.” Meeting the previous CAFÉ standards were seen as a way to increase biofuel demand. Under the SAFE Rule, the projected overall industry average required fuel economy is 40.4 miles per gallon, compared to 46.7 projected requirements for model year 2025 under the 2012 standards.

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Animal sciences professor cautions against ‘panic buying’ chicks during the COVID-19 pandemic an uptick in the U.S. of people ordering chicks so they might have a reliable supply of eggs. Many people jump into this undertaking blindly, not considering certain factors before placing that order for live As the COVID-19 chicks, Erasmus said. virus spreads across the country and the “If you’re thinking of globe, food security buying chicks, do your and sustainability is work ahead of time,” increasingly on people’s minds as gov- she continued. “Make ernment leaders issue sure you know what stay-at-home orders you’re getting yourself and grocery stores into. These animals are are frequently low going to grow up and on staples. Recent have very specific needs. popular press reports They are reliant on us to have said that anxiety provide for them and we around the food sup- have to be sure we can ply may be causing do that.” A global pandemic is not the optimal time to start raising chickens, Marisa Erasmus, an assistant professor of animal sciences at Purdue University, cautions.

Erasmus put forward several considerations to take into account before purchasing chicks: --Chicks take roughly 5-6 months to mature, at which time they will start producing eggs.

--Chickens, while housed outside, need shelter from the elements, whether in the form of a hoop structure, a shed or a coop. The structure must be dry with good air circulation and adequate flooring to maintain the health of the flock. As chickens grow, they will need increasingly more space, roughly 2 square feet per bird.

--Other amenities like perches, where the chickens rest, and fencing to keep out wild animals are all necessary to raise healthy birds. --At some point, birds will become injured or ill. Those rearing chickens need to have a plan in place to deal with this eventuality and need to be able to recognize signs of disease and deterioration. --Chickens require specific feed based on their age and whether or not they are laying eggs. “They can eat some scraps but they do have specific nutritional requirements, which re-

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quire supplemental feed to be met,” Erasmus said.

Erasmus also recommended those considering chickens acquaint themselves with local ordinances, which many towns and counties have, regarding the rearing of poultry. In some places it is forbidden while other areas may allow it under certain conditions or require shelter specifications. Those hesitant about investing the time, energy and financial resources required to raise chickens should consider other ways to become more self-sustaining, from starting a vegetable garden to composting. Rearing animals unprepared threatens their quality of life and

ability to be productive, Erasmus said. “Poultry, including chickens, sometimes have the reputation of being ‘birdbrained’,” Erasmus said. “But anyone who has experience raising chickens will tell you they are intelligent and complex creatures who have the capacity to experience suffering and contentment.”

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Cutworms and Wheat Stripe Rust USDA Releases Perspective Plantings Report Keith P. VanSkike Agronomy, Natural Resources, District Agent Twin Creeks Extension District

Farmers will be waiting for a good solid warming trend to get soil temps raised up. Most soil temperatures are still in the mid 40’s. There has been some good precipitation to help along with the soil activity and moisture for spring emergence. Farmers should now be getting all their pre-emergent chemicals on and evaluating their wheat stands. Look for tillering being done and how much, and if there is a weed problem in wheat fields. Experience with wheat stripe rust has taught us that weather conditions in Texas play a critical role in the development of regional outbreaks of the disease. Recent research at K-State is bringing new insights into the weather patterns and which are most conducive or suppressive for the development of stripe rust in the Great Plains region. In general, wetter conditions increase the risk of the rust and drier conditions suppress it. The first time period

occurs in the preceding fall when the wheat crop is being planted and beginning to grow. The second time period occurs in the early spring as the crop in Texas moves into the grain filling stage. Stripe rust epidemics in Kansas are often preceded by above-normal moisture conditions in overwintering locations for the rust diseases. However, when these regions are dry, stripe rust severity in Kansas generally remains low. A look at the moisture patterns for 2020 indicates that rainfall in this area was below normal. This pattern suggests that the risk of a severe outbreak of stripe rust in Kansas is low at this time. Army cutworms feeding, more in alfalfa fields than wheat, is starting to become more noticeable in fields that have not had the best growing conditions throughout some of Northwest Kansas. However, the larvae have not grown much larger, probably due to the cool temperatures over the last couple of weeks. As temperatures warm, expect army cutworm feedings to increase. Fortunately, most fields have enough foliage now and can withstand considerable feeding without significant damage.

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Look for borders or edges of fields that don’t seem to green up. Cutworms hide below soil surface and come out in evenings to feed. They actually do cut the top foilage growth. Look near a border where the affected area and non-affected areas meet and dig around the base of the plants under the soil surface. In preparing for corn planting, always keep the long-term weather conditions in mind. In a drought year, almost any population is too high for the available moisture in some areas. Although it’s not a good idea to make significant changes to seeding rates based only on what has happened recently, it is worthwhile taking into consideration how much moisture there is currently in the soil profile and the long-term forecasts for the upcoming growing season. When deciding on whether to keep seeding rates at your usual level or increase this year, if the soil profile is wetter than normal, is a little risky. If you think weather conditions will be more favorable for corn this year than the past years, stay about in the middle to upper part of the range of seeding rates. If you do not think growing conditions will improve enough to make up for dry subsoils, you might want to consider going toward the lower end of the range of recommended seeding rates, with the warning that if growing conditions improve, you will have limited your top-end yield potential. Certainly, each farm manager and production practice is unique. There are many ways to look at seeding rates’ effect on the end yield. In very general Kansas State University research has recommended plant population around 16 to 20,000 plants for dryland, and limited irrigation about 24-28,000, and full irrigation 2834,000 full season. This assumes an 85% germination.

Producers surveyed across the United States intend to plant an estimated 97.0 million acres of corn in 2020, up eight percent from last year. The Agriculture Department's National Agricultural Statistics Survey released its Prospective Planting report on March 31st. The report says planted acreage intentions for corn are up or unchanged in 38 of the 48 estimating states.

Soybean growers intend to plant 83.5 million acres in 2020, up ten percent from last year, the third-highest planted acreage on record. Compared with last year, planted acreage is expected to be up or unchanged in 22 of the 29 states estimated. NASS also released the quarterly Grain Stocks report as of March 1. The report says corn stocks totaled 7.95 billion bushels, down

eight percent from the same time last year. On-farm corn stocks were down 13 percent from a year ago, but off-farm stocks were up less than one percent. And, Soybeans stored totaled 2.25 billion bushels, down 17 percent. On-farm soybean stocks were down 20 percent, while off-farm stocks were down 15 percent.

No World Pork Expo for Second Straight Year For the second-straight year, the National Pork Producers Council has canceled the World Pork Expo. Canceled last year to avoid the spread of African swine fever, this year's event is one of many interrupted by the global COVID-19 pandemic. NPPC announced the cancellation early this week due to COVID-19 human health concerns. NPPC President Howard "A.V." Roth says,

while disappointing, canceling the event allows "producers and others across the industry to focus on the essential role we play in the nation's food supply system at this critical time." Roth says NPPC will “do our part to support the nation's transition back to normalcy and look forward to making next year's World Pork Expo better than ever.” World

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