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As the March sun slowly works on our “We define ‘community’ as anyone who remaining snow cover, you can hear the shares an aquifer,” said Gieseke. “The seasonal symphony of water trickling, bubwriting is on the wall where we need to bling and sometimes cascading toward think about limiting water usage. How lower ground. Sometimes we find ourselves many straws (in the aquifer) is too many? grumbling as this lower ground becomes a Who gets to be the last straw? At what soupy quagmire of mud. Even the finest point to we regulate water use? These are rural driveway can fall victim to the spring all issues a management partnership thaw and it takes local knowledge to deterwould look at.” mine where and where not to drive. LAND MINDS State statute prioritizes water usage Both Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton and is enforced by the DNR. Domestic By Paul Malchow and former Iowa Governor Terry users who consume less than 10,000 Branstad have kept water quality on gallons per day are given top water use the front political burner. Dayton’s conpriority. These users generally have troversial buffer legislation has recentthe shallowest wells and utilize aquily been replaced in the headlines by his regulations fers nearest to the surface. Agriculture has the next for nitrogen application. As with the buffer law, priority, followed by power production and industrial there are those who feel Dayton is pushing his use. Lawn watering has the lowest priority. agenda too fast and too soon. Marie Wood examines Gieseke said most wells tap into the larger aquiboth sides of the “groundwater protection rule” in fers. Smaller underground aquifers will drain into this edition of The Land. the larger aquifers, so unless wells begin to go dry, While everyone can agree on the importance of it is difficult to determine groundwater levels. water quality, the Minnesota Department of Natural One thing Gieseke does know, this current snow Resources is working hard on determining water melt is not replenishing the aquifers. “An aquifer quantity. DNR Ground Water Planner Tim Gieseke doesn’t go down because of drought,” he said. “I was in New Ulm on March 9 for the Farm-City think we’re de-watering our state.” Show. He presented a sobering look at the demands Gieseke said southwestern Minnesota is already being placed upon our state’s aquifer system. experiencing limited groundwater and is piping “Minnesota uses 475 billion gallons of groundwater water from the Missouri River. Communities may not each year,” Gieseke said. “That’s about the amount of be able to attract water-intensive industry. He sees water contained in the state’s 10 largest lakes.” drip irrigation as becoming the choice of growers and The demands placed on our aquifers come from a could become the only option for watering crops. variety of places. Gieseke said an 18-hole golf course “This is not an emergency,” he said, “but it is urgent.” will use 25 million gallons of water in a year. To irrin gate a 160-acre corn field with 8 inches of water It was great to meet the folks who stopped by The requires about 33 million gallons. A town of 2,000 Land booth at the North American Farm and Power people will use close to 80 million gallons in a year. Show in Owatonna (March 15-17). We really appreFive hundred head of cattle or 4,800 hogs will use about 2 million gallons of water per year. Fairly new ciate our subscribers and their willingness to share to the groundwater sweepstakes are ethanol plants their comments and opinions. which require three to four gallons of water to proThe Land gave away a copy of our Back Roads duce one gallon of ethanol. Gieseke said these book each day of the show. Thursday’s winner was plants have the deepest wells. Joanne Buck of Hayfield; Friday’s winner was Otis The DNR has been monitoring groundwater since Kunort of Ostrander; and Norman Bangert of Albert Lea was the lucky winner on Saturday. the 1940s, but the department is now stepping up its efforts to get the public involved in groundwater Thanks to everyone for their support and we look use. A pilot project near Benton is called CAMP for forward to being back to Owatonna next year. If you Community-based Aquifer Management can’t wait that long, we’ll be at Farmfest in Morgan, Partnership. The project brings four entities togeth- Minn. Aug. 7-9. er: public policy makers (government); private policy Paul Malchow is the managing editor of The Land. makers (companies tell producers how to use water); He may be reached at editor@TheLandOnline.com. v public practitioners; and private practitioners.
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Spring brings hope except in Washington, D.C. Spring arrived slowly this year. Then, gest grocery buyers? late last week, its welcome warmth and How do you respond? Would Big Ag longer light slipped in and winter’s bony spend another $500,000 on another series fingers finally lost their grip. of television ads? If the first set didn’t In farm and ranch country, however, work, what would the next set say that spring brings tough questions and even might hold back the now-protectionist tide? tougher choices. Both could have been You could, of course, telephone, e-mail softened if our farm and political leaders or tweet your farm and ranch representasought compromise, not confrontation. FARM & FOOD FILE tives and senators. Alas, they didn’t and now solutions are Most, however, are deep in their Capitol boxed-in by time, politics and personality. By Alan Guebert Hill bunkers trying not to catch the eye The most recent example occurred or ire of the President while their leadMarch 8 when President Donald J. ers wrestle over a 2019 budget that’s Trump announced tariffs on imported five months late, work to patch the steel and aluminum the very day 11 Pacific Rim mistake-riddled 2017 tax bill, and again run to the nations signed a new, no-America version of the Trans-Pacific Partnership. One TPP official, with an eye on Washington, called the pact “a powerful signal against protectionism and trade wars.” The admonition was not wasted on the White House. Before he even signed his own order, the President tried to soften any impact by saying he would enforce the tariffs only when it suited him. And when might that be? Trying to predict what this president will say or do at any given moment could tie up half (and possibly more) of the computing power of North America. The Protectionist-in-Chief explained that he might impose import duties on, say, European cars and Chinese steel. Or, he added, maybe against Mexico or Canada if either hampers or stalls his push for a more we-win, you-lose North American Free Trade Agreement. American farm leaders moaned when they read Trump’s tariff targets because the nations include four of the top five U.S. ag export markets since 2013: China, Mexico, Canada, Japan and the European Union. Any White House tariff that nicks just one could turn an already-thin farm and ranch income year into a financial disaster. Ag groups responded by the surest way anyone knows to get a message to the no-briefing book President: they bought 30-second ads on Fox and MSNBC television, his principle policy source and anti-source, to pipe their trade pitch directly into the Oval Office and Mar-a-Lago. Think about that for a moment. The biggest ag influencer in the White House is not an ag committee chairperson, a farmer, a rancher, his rarely-inWashington secretary of agriculture, some wonky farm group lobbyist or even an ag state governor. Instead, it’s a 30-second ad on cable TV. By any political or farm standard — red or blue, Big Ag or organic, north or south, domestic or global — that’s howl-at-the-moon crazy. And yet, here we are and hardly anyone questions it. Amazingly, it can still get worse. What if the President one fine spring morning calls his secretary of state (whomever it might be that day) and orders tariffs applied to one, some or all of your big-
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White House (for, what, the third time?) to defend biofuels while cussing both the Wall Street Journal and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz. In the meantime, House ag Republicans press their Democratic counterparts to accept a draft farm bill that includes changes in food aid rules which Collin Peterson, the committee’s ranking minority member, predicts no Democrat will support. And so it goes. Winter turns into spring, the White House into chaos, and Congress into mush. The terrible “what ifs” keep coming and we’re just getting warmed up. The Farm and Food File is published weekly through the United States and Canada. Past columns are posted at www.farmandfoodfile.com. v
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You don’t need to live in tropics to grow vibrant palms Majesty palm, Ravena rivularis, is perhaps the most common of the numerous palms available for sale as houseplants. The local big box stores just got the first wave of these tropical giants in the stores and I could not resist bringing one home last week. IN THE GARDEN What a pleasant change adding this big beauty made By Sharon Quale in my house and in my mood. I repotted it and put it on a plant platform with wheels to make it easy to turn and move around. It instantly transformed my place by adding a touch of the tropics to the entryway. These palms are natives to Madagascar and the Comoros. They grow well in rain forests, swamps and along river banks in Florida. Their care includes: bright indirect light, consistently moist soil, temperatures between 45-85 F and a rich soil that drains well. Frequently, the tips of the leaves will turn brown and that is a sign of too little moisture. If the leaves turn yellow, the probable cause is too much water. It is fine to snip the brown or yellow leaf tips off with a scissor and try to get the watering and humidity
at a consistent level. Feed Majesty palms every two weeks with a balanced houseplant food. To add humidity, they can be misted daily or placed on a tray of pebbles and water. I usually put a palm in my outdoor shade garden every year to add height and texture and give the whole area a tropical feeling. Since the plants are inexpensive, I don’t try to keep them all winter. (It is OK to discard straggly and poor performing houseplants and get some new ones annually!) I calculate the cost at less than two dollars a month if I enjoy the plant indoors as well as outside from March through September and this is a tiny sum to pay for a workhorse plant. Plants can improve the air quality when inside, can elevate moods and contribute to a sense of well-being. An added bonus is putting them on decks or outside gardens in the summer months. Palms are genetically related to grasses.
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Antarctica is the only continent that cannot grow palms. Palm leaves were used by the Romans to reward returning war heroes and winners of game competitions. Christians use palm leaves to symbolize victory and as a mark of rejoicing. I read that American churches use over 25 million palm fronds every year. Take a second look at the plants for sale the next time you shop and bring some home. While the wait for spring and “real dirt” gardening is getting shorter, buying some new, fresh green houseplants now will instantly elevate a mood. Imagine enjoying a cup of coffee while going through the newest nursery catalogs surrounded by a leafy green tropicalPhoto by Sharon Quale looking houseplant or a collection of plants. Sharon Quale is a master gardener from central Minnesota. She may be reached at (218) 738-6060 or squale101@yahoo.com. v
Letter: Food for thought To the Editor, Something has been brought to my attention and I think it should be addressed. We look at all the development that once was beautiful farmland. Yes, we all need change, but we all need to eat too. So what is the trade-off? We were also talking about all the older farmers who don’t want to give up. There are a lot of boys who don’t have a dad, uncle or brother who farms; but who love to be given that chance like you were given. Linda Hodapp Mankato, Minn.
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Prayer and generations require new perspective She was my next-door she exits her bedroom in that He enlarges their hearts with love raise some of their own without freakneighbor as a kid. Neighbor the morning is her glasses. for God and others that is beyond any- ing out, yelling or preaching too much, for a farm family equates She never takes them off. thing we’ve seen or experienced. then we’re in a good place. But we living on the same section It’s brought her world into can’t do that consistently unless we And should we give the millennials or a half mile as the crow focus. She has a new perplace our kids in God’s hands.” the opportunity to pray over us? Now flies. And though we hadn’t spective. more than ever. It matters for them, And from my perspective, I believe seen each other for a few And as we face the future, us and the future. placing them in God’s hands includes decades, she recognized me I wonder how many of us asking them to fold their hands and Within Haydn Shaw’s book, in the truck-stop diner with need a new perspective? pray for us. “Generational IQ,” Christianity isn’t THE BACK PORCH Mike and three of our When our extended family dying, millennials aren’t the problem, Lenae Bulthuis muses about faith, grandlittles. By Lenae Bulthuis gathers for Sunday dinner at and the future is bright. Shaw family, and farming from her back After a quick hello, she my parents, we don’t eat encourages us to place the next gener- porch on her Minnesota grain and told me I was spoiled. Surely, she until my dad reads a devotional and my ation in God’s hands. He writes, “If livestock farm. She can be reached at meant the grandkids were spoiled. mom prays. This is the pattern they’ve parents or grandparents can have con- lenaesbulthuis@gmail.com or @ They each just received root beer set since becoming empty nesters. versations, engage with questions, and LenaeBulthuis. v refills to go with their pancakes. Who At our last dinner, dad shared with allows kids to have root beer with the kids, grandkids and greats what pancakes? This is spoiled. he learned from a pastor during their And let’s talk soda. When I was the month away as snowbirds. The pastor age of these kiddos, my mom split a said that the Baby Boomers (born 12-ounce can of root beer between my 1946-1964), Grandpa and Grandma’s brother, sister and me. We scrutinized age, were outnumbered by the as she divided the drops between the Millennials (born 1981-2001) which matching Tupperware cups as if one represented a number of the grandextra drip in someone else’s glass was kids in the room. a sure sign that child was the favorite. What was the pastor’s response to But Geneva said I was the one who these stats? A call to pray! Anyone was spoiled. From Geneva’s perspecelse figure that a Millennial plus the DURABILITY, FLEXIBILITY, DIVERSITY DURABILITY, FLEXIBILITY, DIVERSITY tive it is frivolous to pay for pancakes future equals more prayer needed? that a grandma could easily whip up When the pastor gathered the generat home. From my perspective, this ations to do just that, he fully expectNana is happier and the pancakes ed the older generation to pray for the tastier when they are served up at a DURABILITY, FLEXIBILITY, DIVERSITY younger. He figured wrong. It was the diner rather than my kitchen. younger generation who prayed for the There is power in perspective. older! I sensed it was a new perspecGrandson Jackson was 3 when he tive for my dad. And he wasn’t the got his first pair of glasses. That night only one. he sat on our daughter’s lap, looked at “I don’t want to put anyone on the her face and asked, “What’s that?” He spot,” said Dad. “We’ll still have had never seen the colors of his mom’s Grandma pray today. But next time blush or lipstick before. He had a new the floor is open • Sweeps • Fans & Heaters • Sweeps • Fans & Heaters for the younger genperspective. eration to pray the blessing.” • U-trough • Flooring • U-trough • Flooring His sister Reagan was only 2 when This is a new lens. A new perspective. she donned her first pair of specs. And And I love it. Should • BinweStairs • Power Heads • Bin Stairs • Power Heads pray for the though she insists her glasses don’t next generation? Yes, and amen! Pray • Sweeps • accessories Fans & Heaters •surpasses Other ours. accessories available • Other available work, the first thing she asks for when that their faith Pray
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Girl Scout cookie recipes: Time to think outside the box We’re in over our heads at the Kveno Tagalong Cupcakes house — over our heads with boxes and https://www.mybakingaddiction.com/tagalong-cupboxes of Girl Scout cookies that is. Our cakes second grader, Claire, started Girl Scouts 1 (18.25 ounce) package devil’s food cake mix this year. So that meant we became a 1 (5.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix cookie distribution center for over a 1 cup sour cream month. Claire made her goal thanks to 1 cup vegetable oil very generous friends and family (includ4 eggs, lightly beaten ing my husband who bought cookies to 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract COOKING stash anywhere and everywhere — 1 tbsp. instant espresso granules dissolved in 1/2 cup WITH KRISTIN including his fish house). warm water or 1/2 cup warm coffee 36 Tagalong cookies (24 for cupcake centers; 12 each By Kristin Kveno In the end, we bought a couple of cases cut in half) for garnish of cookies. And while I love a good Girl 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened Scout cookie, I needed to change it up a little. Get 1 cup creamy peanut butter ready to never look at Girl Scout cookies the same 2 tbsp. vanilla extract again. These recipes just upped the level of deli2 pounds confectioners’ sugar, sifted ciousness. 6-8 tbsp. heavy cream (if using milk, amount will be less) Note: If you didn’t go crazy buying Girl Scout 4 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped into very small pieces cookies like me, then you can head to your favorite 1/2 cup heavy cream grocery store and pick up some Girl Scout-inspired 2 tbsp. honey cookies. Those work just as well in these recipes. 2 tbsp. light corn syrup 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract n Preheat oven to 350 F. Line muffin tin with paper liners or This recipe uses one of my favorite Girl Scout cookspray with non-stick cooking spray. In the bowl of a stand mixer ies, the Tagalong. This cookie has a shortbread base with a peanut butter middle layer all coated in choc- or a large bowl with a hand mixer, add the cake and pudding olate. Now imagine taking this tasty cookie and add- mixes, sour cream, oil, eggs, vanilla and espresso water mixture or coffee. Mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes until all ing a whole lot more scrumptiousness and there you ingredients are well combined and the batter is mostly smooth. have the Tagalong cupcake. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of batter into 24 cupcake wells. Add a Tagalong (or any Girl Scout) cookie on top of the batter. Cover the cookie with one more tablespoon of batter in each well. Bake in preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until the tops of the cakes spring back when lightly touched. Allow cupcakes to cool inside muffin tins for about 10 minutes. Remove cupcakes from muffin tins and allow to fully cool on a wire rack. Once cupcakes are cool, prepare your frosting. In a large bowl with a hand mixer, or the bowl of a stand mixer, cream butter and peanut butter on medium speed until fluffy. Turn your mixer down to low speed and slowly add in the confectioner’s sugar, and continue mixing until well blended. Add vanilla and 4 tablespoons of heavy cream. Blend on low speed until moistened. Add an additional 1 to 4 tablespoons of heavy cream until you reach the desired consistency. Beat at high speed until frosting is smooth and fluffy. Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes. In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream until very hot. Do not boil. Place chocolate pieces in a glass bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and allow it to sit for about 5 minutes. Whisk the cream and chocolate until smooth and thoroughly combined. Whisk in the honey, corn syrup, and vanilla. Allow to cool for about 15 minutes. Do not let the glaze sit for too long or it will harden up before you spoon it over the frosting. Spoon the glaze on the tops of the frosted cupcakes, allowing it to drip down the sides a little bit. Don’t add too much glaze or it will drip all over your liners. Top with half a Tagalong cookie before the glaze hardens; otherwise it will crack when you insert the cookie. n Samoas. The name may be hard to pronounce, but the cookie is delectable to eat. Here’s a tasty dessert with the star of the show — the Samoas (aka Cara-
mel deLites). This recipe is found on the Girl Scouts website, so you know it’s got to be good, as they know a thing or two about creating some pretty awesome cookies. Dulce deLites http://www.girlscouts.org/en/cookies/all-about-cookies/CookieRecipes.html 1/2 cup butter, softened 1/4 cup sugar 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. salt 10 Girl Scout Caramel deLites/Samoas cookies 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans 1/2 cup Dulce de leche Preheat oven to 350 F. Cream butter and sugar. Beat in flour and salt until well mixed (dough will be crumbly). Press evenly onto bottom of an ungreased 8-by-8-inch pan. Bake until edges are golden brown and top is lightly browned, 12-15 minutes. Cool 15 minutes. Chop Caramel deLites/Samoas cookies into quarter-inch pieces; combine with pecans. Microwave Dulce de leche on high until spreadable, 15-20 seconds. Spread Dulce de leche over cooled crust. Sprinkle chopped Caramel deLites/Samoas cookies and pecans evenly over Dulce de leche, pressing down firmly. Cool completely, about one hour, before cutting into squares. Note: This recipe was tested with Nestle La Lechera Dulce de leche (caramel flavored sauce). Look for it in the international foods section of your grocery store. If using Eagle Brand Dulce de leche, thicken according to package directions before using. n This recipe uses the tried and true Shortbread/ Trefoil cookie as the base to this amazing cheesecake and the goat cheese just adds to the depth and flavor found in this dessert. Lemon Shortbread Cheesecake http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/lemon-shortbreak-cheesecake 7 oz. Shortbread/Trefoils 2 tbsp. plus 1 tsp. finely grated fresh lemon zest (from about 3 lemons), divided 1 cup sugar, divided 12 oz. fresh, mild goat cheese (such as Haystack Boulder Chèvre) 10 oz. cream cheese 1-1/2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice, divided 1 tsp. finely grated fresh orange zest 1/2 cup sour cream 1 tsp. vanilla 2 eggs 8 to 10 medium strawberries, stemmed Preheat oven to 325 F. Crumble cookies into a food processor and pulse until finely ground. In a medium bowl, toss 2 tbsp. lemon zest with 1-1/2 tbsp. sugar. Add cookie crumbs and mix well. Butter sides of an 8-inch pan with removable rim and press cookie mixture into bottom. Bake 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool in pan. Lower temperature to 275 F. In standing mixer fitted with paddle attachment, beat goat cheese and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add remaining lemon zest, 1 tbsp. lemon juice, the orange zest, 3/4 cup sugar, the sour cream, and the vanilla; beat well. Scrape bowl and add eggs; beat well. Pour See COOKING, pg. 9
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Life on the Farm: Readers’ Photos Photo by Al Batt
A robin is about to attack the fruit of a hawthorn. Al Batt of Hartland, Minn., captured this photo.
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Farmers, legislators challenge groundwater rule By MARIE WOOD The Land Associate Editor Gov. Mark Dayton’s groundwater protection rule, previously known as the nitrogen fertilizer rule, faces opposition from farmers and legislators. Intended to protect drinking water from nitrates, the rule restricts Kirby Hettver where fall nitrogen can be used. “My first reaction is they have taken seriously the comments that us and others offered last year,” Minnesota Corn Growers Association President Kirby Hettver said. Changes were made to the map which identifies vulnerable areas where fall nitrogen cannot be used. Overall, less acreage was identified as vulnerable. Hettver said the rule was fine tuned to target areas that might be more susceptible to leaching. “I think it was a good first step,” Hettver said. Vulnerable areas range from the central sands to the southeast corner. Northwest Minnesota received an exemption so farmers there can continue to apply fall nitrogen. Farmers have a small window to apply nitrogen fertilizer in the spring. “From a producer perspective, you have to balance the ability to get stuff on in a timely manner. It is a point that needs to be discussed,” Hettver said. He is proud of how state corn growers have reduced nitrate loss, including the Innovation Grant Program. Minnesota Corn Growers also funds Nitrogen Smart, now in its third year with workshops held statewide. Nitrogen Smart encourages spring over fall applications where it makes sense, Hettver noted. “Even on my farm, we have cut drastically back on fall nitrogen,” Hettver said. “On our operation, we are looking at nutrient resource efficiency.”
Draft Groundwater Protection Rule The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will publish the draft groundwater protection rule in May. A 30-day public comment period will follow. Public hearings will be held this summer. The final rule will be submitted in December. It will go into effect January 2020. To learn more and view the map, visit www.mda.state. mn.us/nfr. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture held meetings last summer to gather input from farmers and landowners in the nitrogen fertilizer rule draft. Over 1,500 farmers and landowners attended the meetings and 820 written comments were received. Farmers questioned the use of private well testing to identify elevated nitrate levels. They said private well testing points out bad wells, not nitrate levels in groundwater. Minnesota Corn leaders questioned monitoring protocols and the absense of a dedicated monitoring network in mitigation areas. Part two of the rule outlines mitigation for elevated nitrate levels in drinking water. In areas where the public water supply has nitrate concentrations in excess of 5.4 parts per million, best management practices to reduce nitrate levels are voluntary. If levels increase, then BMPs will be mandatory and additional practices may be required. In the revised rule, mitigation only applies to Drinking Water Supply Management Areas critical to public water supplies. Public water supply wells are monitored by the state Department of Health. Townships and private wells have been removed from regulatory mitigation efforts. However, private well testing will still continue under the state Nitrogen Fertilizer Management Plan on which the rule is based. Minnesota Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture Susan Stokes explained that in implementing the
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plan, MDA still will be designating elevated nitrate levels and working to promote best management practices on a voluntary basis. “We had a great engagement process this summer. Great feedback. The rule has substantially changed and we want to get the information out to everyone about it,” Stokes said. MDA plans to release the rule in May with a 30-day comment period to follow. On March 16, Minnesota Corn Growers sent a letter to the governor requesting the rule be released now, with a 90-day comment period and a detailed, interactive map. “There are a lot of questions on the process and the protocol. That’s one thing we hope is further detailed in the next draft,” Hettver said. Corn growers are also advocating for more transparency and legislative oversight to ensure the rule protects our state’s drinking water while maintaining productive farm operations. Bills were introduced in the state Legislature to ban the rule or require legislative approval. Minnesota Soybean Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Michael Petefish of Claremont is looking for scientific evidence that Minnesota has a drinking water problem connected to nitrates. “This is a solution looking for a problem,” Petefish said. The limit for nitrate-nitrogen in drinking water is 10 ppm, which poses a health risk to pregnant women and infants under six months. Elevated nitrates can cause blue baby syndrome which can be fatal. In Minnesota, the last two incidents of blue baby syndrome occurred in the 1980s and one of those incidents was a wood-lined well in an old feed lot, Petefish said. “Since we’ve gone to well testing and solid pipe well drilling, we haven’t had an incident,” he said. When areas are in mitigation due to elevated nitrate levels, wells are tested every three years. Petefish is not convinced that nitrogen he applies to the surface would reach the aquifer in three years or that well testing will show changes he is making on his farm. See GROUNDWATER, pg. 9
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Michael Petefish: Groundwater rule is ‘overly broad’ regulation GROUNDWATER, from pg. 8 “We could be regulating on nitrogen applied in 1970,” he said. Regarding private wells, he said people can send in water samples and they could be fraudulent, contaminated or not taken properly. Petefish criticized Dayton for combing through old laws — Groundwater Protection Act of 1989 in this case — to
find new ways to interpret them and put environmental regulations on various groups. He said the rule is overly broad. “Gov. Dayton is looking to paint with a broad brush and get more legacy bills passed before he leaves office,” Petefish said. Petefish expressed concern that restricting fall nitrogen could actually
hurt water quality. In his area, yield drops off when corn is planted after May 15. If fall nitrogen is not applied, farmers are likely to hire a co-op to apply urea-ammonium nitrate, which can easily move with water after a big spring rain into lakes, rivers and streams. On the other hand, anyhdrous ammonia applied in the fall makes a good bond with the soil, he noted.
“I don’t think anyone’s looking at the science or really trying to understand the issue,” Petefish said. Farmers opposed to the law can submit comments during the formal comment period in May. “I would encourage people to write in, contact their legislators, the governor’s office, Department of Ag and tell them how this is not good. Give them some of the reasons,” he said. v
Applications now being accepted for MARL program Applications are now being accepted for the Minnesota Agriculture and Rural Leadership (MARL) Class X. MARL is a two-year educational experience featuring nine 3-day instate seminars, a six-day national
study seminar and a 10 to 14-day international study seminar. Its mission is to develop the skills of Minnesota’s agricultural and rural leaders so they may maximize their impact and effectiveness in local, state, national and international arenas.
Create desserts with cookies COOKING, from pg. 6 batter onto crust and bake about 1 hour, or until set on the sides but still quite jiggly in the center and only slightly sticky. Turn oven off, crack oven door, and let cake cool in oven 2 hours. Remove and let cool completely; then chill, covered, at least 2 hours and up to overnight. Run a thin knife between cake and rim of pan and remove rim. Thinly slice strawberries, then toss with remaining 2-1/2 tbsp. sugar and lemon juice. Arrange on cake. n Thin Mint cookies straight from the freezer are one of my all-time favorite things to eat. When I found this recipe using Thin Mints in truffles, I was instantly sold. I made these with the kids as the recipe was easy enough for my 6 year old to do. The truffles were a big winner. Just a tip: enjoy these sweet treats straight from the freezer and you will quickly jump aboard the Thin Mint band wagon. Thin Mint Truffles https://www.popsugar.com/food/Thin-Mint-Truffles-Recipe-40301523 1 package Girl Scout Thin Mints 4 oz. cream cheese 1 cup dark chocolate candy melts In a food processor, chop up Thin Mints until a fine crumb is reached. Pulse in cream cheese, scraping down sides as needed. The truffle mixture should look like a thick icing. Line a cutting board or sheet tray with parchment paper. Use
a small scooper or two spoons to scoop 1-inch balls of the truffle mixture, spacing them out on the parchment paper. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes. Remove them from the freezer and roll into perfect balls using the palms of your hands. Return to the freezer for another 5 minutes or until firm. While the truffle balls are in the freezer, melt chocolate in a double boiler or microwave until melted smooth. Pull the truffles out of the freezer and dip into the chocolate, covering the truffle completely. Place back on parchment-paper-lined tray. Store truffles in the refrigerator to set the chocolate before transferring them into an airtight container. Truffles will last refrigerated for about a week. n Next time you buy a box of Girl Scout cookies, don’t just think of it as a box of cookies — rather a gateway into the world of so many divine dessert creations. If your community group or church organization has printed a cookbook and would like to have it reviewed in the “Cooking With Kristin,” send us a copy to “Cooking With Kristin,” The Land, P.O. Box 3169, Mankato, MN 56002. Please specify if you wish to have the cookbook returned, and include information on how readers may obtain a copy of the cookbook. Submission does not guarantee a review. v
Up to 30 participants will be selected for Class X. Applications will be accepted through April 12. The first Class X session will be in November. Apply online at www.marlprogram. org/application. Those unable to apply
online may contact Olga Reuvekamp at (507) 537-6430, or Olga.reuve kamp@smsu.edu. This article was submitted by Minnesota Agriculture and Rural Leadership. v
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Organic farmers losing influence with national board By TIM KING The Land Correspondent FAIRFIELD, Iowa — For decades, Francis Thicke has been an outspoken advocate for organic and sustainable agriculture. In 2013 he Francis Thicke was appointed to U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Standards Board. The NOSB advises the USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP) on what agricultural practices and ingredients can be labeled organic under the 1990 law which established USDA’s organic certification program. An organic dairy farmer from Fairfield, Thicke’s term expired in January 2018. Last November he delivered his final remarks to the NOSB. He was particularly critical of the growing industry influence and the declining farmer influence at NOSB. “Industry has an outsized and growing influence on USDA and on the NOSB (including through NOSB appointments) — compared to the influence of organic farmers, who started this organic farming movement. Perhaps that is not surprising, given the growing value of organic sales. As organic is becoming a $50 billion business, the industry not only wants a bigger piece of the pie, they seem to want the whole pie.” Thicke was kind enough to spend a
few minutes with The Land to share his views on the organics industry. Q: You say that industry has an outsized influence on the NOSB compared to organic farmers. Can you give me some specific examples of that? Thicke: Over years of deliberations by the NOSB, public comments on NOSB proposals and revisions, the USDA’S NOP issued the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices standards. They were to be incorporated into the organic standards for certified livestock producers. The OLPP standards, also known as the organic animal welfare standards, covered a range of standards that ensured that organic livestock are treated humanely. One of the more controversial parts of the OLPP was minimum space requirements for poultry indoors and outdoors. A few very large poultry producers that are certified organic have up to 200,000 chickens in single buildings, with no real access to the outdoors. Those producers lobbied hard against the OLPP both with USDA and Congress. The OLPP standards were scheduled to go into effect this January but just before they went into effect, USDA issued a notice that they have been withdrawn. When the NOSB was deliberating on whether or not hydroponic production
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should be allowed to be certified organic, hydroponic growers strongly lobbied the NOSB and the NOP to allow hydroponics to be certified. One of the largest hydroponic growers that is certified organic testified to the Senate Agricultural Committee that the industry does not have enough opportunity to influence NOSB and NOP. They said that industry in general needs more representation on the NOSB and small organic farmers need to have less. Senator (Pat) Roberts, the committee chair, responded favorably to that request and we shouldn’t be surprised to see a move in the next farm bill to weaken the NOSB. Q: You say that the scientific process is rigorous when a material or process is being looked at by NOSB. If that’s so, how does industry end up having excessive influence? Thicke: The influence of industry has been most successfully exerted in the enforcement of existing organic standards (like the grazing requirement for organic dairies) and in the approval of new standards that clarify the original intent of the organic standards, such as the OLPP. The industry also often tries to influence the process of determining if materials petitioned for inclusion on the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Materials get accepted. When a synthetic material is petitioned for inclusion on the national list of allowed synthetic materials to be used in organic production, the NOSB does a thorough review of the scientific literature. NOSB considers the effects of the material on human health and the environment, on its compatibility with a system of organic and sustainable agriculture, and if it is necessary in organic production. The NOSB also invites comments from the public. Typically, lobbyists representing the petitioned material come to NOSB meetings and speak publicly and privately with NOSB members, as do members of the organic community. Sometimes, however, materials voted off the national list by the NOSB do not get taken off by USDA — presumably as a result of industry lobbying efforts. Q: Was the organic farmer influence greater in the early years of the board?
Thicke: I believe that the influence of organic farmers was greater in the early years. As time went on and organic sales grew (now approaching $50 billion annually) and industry wanted a piece of the organic pie, and they wanted to have it on their own terms as much as possible. Q: As a farmer-member of the NOSB, were you able to grow the influence of organic farmers on the board? Thicke: There have been several strong farmer members of the 15-member NOSB. Unfortunately, some of the members who were appointed to fill an NOSB chair specifically reserved for a farmer appointment have been industry representatives — not farmers at all. That is unfair, and is probably illegal, and is one of the problems of the NOSB. Q: Didn’t you expect this? Some people forecasted this as soon as USDA was put in charge of a national organic standard. Thicke: Some people were wary of getting the government involved in the organic standards from the beginning. However, the problem then was that there were many organic certifying organizations each with their own standards. They all competed for business. That made it difficult for organic farmers and processors. For example, if I were certified by certifier A and I bought grain for my cows from certifier B, my certifier might not approve of me buying grain certified by B. Also, I think we need to realize that even if the government had not gotten into organic certification, we would have faced major problems as sales grew and the conventional food and agriculture industries wanted part of that. Without government involvement, what would have prevented food companies from creating their own standards and defining whatever they wanted as organic? How confusing would that have been for consumers? Q: In your comments you talk about fraudulent organic grain shipments from abroad. What are you referring to? What has USDA’s response been? Thicke: Anyone caught selling conventional products as organic is fined. Because of organic certification paperSee THICKE, pg. 11
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Francis Thicke: Not all organic standards enforced by USDA THICKE, from pg. 10 work requirements, it can be relatively easy to prove fraud in the U.S. However, organic grain shipments from overseas are often aggregated from many sources, and sometimes from several countries. The paperwork requirement for those kinds of grain shipments has been inadequate and the USDA oversight capabilities have been lacking. Several large shipments of “organic” grains have been proven to be fraudulent. The USDA is now trying to tighten up paperwork requirements and oversight. Q: Was hydroponic vegetable production discussed while you were on the NOSB? Thicke: In 2010, the NOSB recommended to the USDA that hydroponic production should be prohibited from organic certification. Unfortunately, USDA did not follow through with that recommendation by creating standards prohibiting hydroponics. Then, some USDA-accredited certifiers began to certify hydroponic operations with USDA’s tacit approval. Over time, more and larger hydroponic operations became certified organic. So, the short answer is that hydroponics is now allowed in organic production. A high percentage of organic tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers are hydroponically grown. In the European Union, organic production is required to be in soil connected to the earth. Hydroponic and container production is prohibited. Unfortunately, here in the United States, we have not been able to achieve that — due to the power of the hydroponics industry. Q: What does organic certification mean to you as an organic farmer? What do you think it means to your customers? Thicke: All of our farm products are certified organic. To our customers, it means that no antibiotics, synthetic hormones or other prohibited materials are used in producing our dairy products. It also means that our cows are out grazing during the grazing season. Of course, our customers can come out and visit our farm to see for themselves. As an organic farmer, organic means much more than what materials can or cannot be used. Organic farming is defined in the organic standards as an ecological system that fosters cycling of resources and conserves biodiversity. To me, organic farming is about creating healthy soil for healthy plant communities, for healthy animals, and for healthy people. Q: Does the current state of affairs at NOSB and the USDA threaten the substance of that meaning? Thicke: I do believe that the direction the National Organic Program is going is threatening the integrity of the organic seal. I think organic farmers need to create an add-on label that reaffirms the real meaning of organic.
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Q: As somebody that regularly buys certified organic products, an add-on label sounds really confusing. Can you explain what you have in mind? Thicke: I would like to see a simple add-on label created by organic farmers that reassures consumers
that they are buying real organic. The add-on label would assure consumers that the food was grown in soil, not hydroponically; that cows producing organic milk and meat were out on pasture; and that poultry had legitimate access to the outdoors and pasture. v
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Successful organic farming requires patience, experience By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Getting a $3 bump over cash markets makes organic oats a worthwhile consideration for Joe Guiney, who farms in Mower County. But Guiney acknowledges that if his oats don’t meet quality standards for food usage, he’s probably taking a 50-cent hit selling it as a feed oat. Those quality standards are a high test weight and a nice-looking oat which is totally free of any insect residue. Guiney started his transition into organics in 1991 to reduce his input costs. “I was still using some chemicals,” he explained, “but it seemed good sense to just get off chemicals — or at least the conventional chemicals. When into organic crops, you need to manage all the different conditions that might happen during any season. That might mean using different types of fertilizers and pesticides. Aphids, for example, are one we’re having difficulty with in soybeans. We have different products we can use with different degrees of success.” Some new seed varieties offer aphid resistance, but sometimes resistance breaks down and aphids are again a pest problem. Guiney mentioned some sprays with vinegar as a primary ingredient that work “somewhat,” depending upon environmental impacts like how soon it rains after doing the crop spraying. But different cultural practices are part of the process also. For example, Guiney hopes to grow his soybeans where there aren’t neighboring adjacent soybean fields.
Guiney added having more crops in the rotation is a helpful strategy. “Fields with a rest and building up our soils seems to help a lot. It’s that adage of healthier plants is often the best preventative.” Guiney is also considering a split between two oat varieties — Dione and either Jim or Badger to see if he might detect a variety difference in response to pests. He’s expecting a 90-plus bushel yield because that’s what oats do in his area. Corn With his organic corn acres, he’ll do 100 or 98-day maturities which is a few days earlier than normal in his area. But that might also depend on field conditions when it’s time to plant. “If I need to wipe out an early flush of weeds, I’ll do that first and then go with a 98-day variety.” Guiney’s primary weed control strategy is rotating crops. “I’m doing cold season and warm season crops in the same field to get weeds at different cycles. When I plant my oats and wheat, I’ll plant with a higher seed population, then underseed with a legume. “The oats and wheat germinate at a much cooler temperature,” Guiney went on to say, “so their early season growth throttles some of the early weeds, especially grasses and some early broadleaves too. I’ve found that to be fairly effective, plus the legume pumps some fertilizer nutrients into the soil for next season’s corn. “Corn is my warm season crop. With corn I can rotary hoe, cultivate, even consider a dragging of the field. It’s amazing what a good rotary hoeing will do. I travel about 12 miles per hour, so I can get quite a few acres in a rela-
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tively short time. And if I have time for a second rotary hoeing I’ll come back at a different direction.” With corn, Guiney expects to receive at least a $7 price. He’s confident he can grow 150-bushel organic corn if weather conditions are favorable. He’s well aware of higher input costs for his corn. For example, he fertilizes with compost and poultry litter. He buys from a Wisconsin firm that hauls and spreads. Cost is right at $100 per ton. He gets it spread at a rate of 0.6 ton per acre. Working in that legume from the previous year is an additional source of nitrogen plus he uses an inorganic starter fertilizer when planting. Industry Granted, he’s a small grower with only 100 acres; but Guiney has learned the do’s and don’ts of organic crops which are working and generating profit. However, he also has a full-time job as a social worker. This is often the case with organic farmers because they didn’t have an acreage base to start out bigger. He chuckled, “I look at my farm work as a craft I haven’t yet fully resolved; but results are so visible. I like working with people too, but that’s a much more incremental process.” At this point, Guiney is not concerned about markets for his 2018 organic crops of corn and oats. “At this stage, I don’t have any specific contract in mind, but I know who I am most likely going to be selling to — both seed and feed dealers.”
Guiney is President of the Minnesota Chapter 1 of the Organic Crop Improvement Association — one of about 36 associations across the country. Chapter 1 Administrator Lorri Hartel indicated Chapter 1 is largest in the nation with about 135 members currently. Other board members are Vice President Don DeWeerd of Pipestone; Secretary Carolyn Lane of St. Paul; Treasurer Denise Olson of Warren; and Directors Paul Wanderwoude, Pipestone; Dennis Week, Evansville; and Larry Luick, Fairmont, N.D. OCIA International is one of the world’s oldest and largest leaders in the organic certification industry. OCIA is a non-profit, member-owned organization. Its primary mission is providing the highest quality organic certification services and access to global markets. The OCIA International certification standards are OCIA’s private standard. Certification under these standards pre-date the National Organic Program and other national standards. Getting fields certified is a three-year process. Minnesota Chapter 1 produces a membership newsletter four times a year which includes all activities around the state, plus national updates on the constantly expanding world of organic farming. To learn more, visit OCIA’s web site at www.ocia.org. Joe Guiney was interviewed at the Minnesota Organic Conference in St. Cloud in January. v
Artwork wanted for calendar DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is encouraging students from Iowa to submit artwork to be considered for inclusion in the “From the Farm to You” calendar. The calendars are distributed by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship at the Iowa State Fair and include artwork that emphasizes the connection between the production of Iowa’s farmers and the products used by people every day. Students of all ages are invited to submit artwork. Pictures should be drawn using only black lines on plain white paper, 8½ by 11 inches. The pictures should not be colored. They can
be submitted to the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, Calendar Kids, 502 E. 9th St., Des Moines, IA 50319. Drawings must be received by May 1 to be considered. Students whose artwork is selected to be in the calendar will be recognized during the Iowa State Fair. An electronic version of the current calendar can be seen at www.iowaagriculture. g o v / p r e s s / p d f s / 2 0 1 7 / FarmToYouCalendar2017.pdf. This article was submitted by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. v
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U of M seeking fields for 2018 aphid, wasp survey Cooperators are needed for a University of Minnesota survey of soybean fields for a parasitic wasp of soybean aphid. These wasps (Aphelinus certus), which do not sting people, are working to prevent soybean aphid outbreaks. First detected in 2005, this parasitic wasp spread quickly across the North American range of the soybean aphid — arriving in Minnesota in 2011. Larvae of the wasp live inside and eventually kill the aphids, leaving dark-colored “mummies” which look like inflated black aphids attached to soybean leaves and stems. Adult wasps emerge from the mummies, mate and immediately begin laying eggs in nearby aphids. Many generations of this wasp occur over the course of the summer. With the assistance of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, U of M conducted statewide surveys of soybean aphid and Aphelinus certus. Scouts visited soybean fields in 43 Minnesota counties and sent thousands of mummy-infested soybean leaves to the school’s St. Paul laboratory. There the wasps continued their life cycles and were studied to determine species, sex ratio and other important life history traits. The University’s 2017 survey showed the highest aphid densities in the central and northwestern portions of Minnesota in late August. Aphelinus certus was also found throughout this region. The survey will continue in 2018 and the University needs help finding fields which can be inspected for aphids and parasitic wasps. If you grow soybeans, or work with someone who does, please email Jonathan at dreg0005@umn.edu. Include the location of the fields. Soybean fields will be surveyed across the state between July 15 and August 15. Pro tip: When managing soybean aphid, scout your
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fields and delay spraying until you reach the economic threshold (250 aphids per plant) to reduce insecticide inputs and conserve these aphid-killing wasps. Researchers also found four species of hyperparasitoids, which are parasitic wasps that attack the larvae of other parasitic wasps. For example, these
wasps will lay their eggs into the larvae of Aphelinus certus which are already inside the soybean aphids. This work is partially supported by the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council. This article was submitted by the University of Minnesota. v
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The following marketing analysis is for the week ending March 16. CORN — Corn started the week on a sour note, but spiked higher at mid-week, only to tumble on profit taking into the weekend. The news is stale as funds have been looking to buy setbacks; however, this was only the second week in the last nine weeks to close lower. On the continuous weekly corn chart, this week’s range was a bearish outside week lower. Are we running out of momentum? The market may have finally absorbed a smaller South American corn crop and excellent demand for PHYLLIS NYSTROM CHS Hedging Inc. cheap U.S. corn supplies. Weekly St. Paul export sales that were the highest in 23 years couldn’t inspire any upside traction. When markets don’t react bullishly to bullish news, it tends to make one cautious. The Rosario Grain Exchange this week decreased its Argentine corn production figure from 35 million metric tons to 32 mmt. The Buenos Aires Grain Exchange’s refreshed number was left alone at 34 mmt with 8 percent of the harvest complete. The March U.S. Department of Agriculture forecast was 36 mmt. According to reports, from Dec. 1 to March 11, Argentina has experienced its driest period in 40 years. At a grain conference in Singapore this week, an official with Brazil’s largest shipping company said Brazil could add 24 million acres of corn/soybean production “immediately” if there is a demand for it. Brazil’s first corn harvest was estimated at 45 percent complete vs. 44 percent last year, as of March 9. Their safrinha corn planting was 83 percent complete vs. 87 percent last year by March 9. Weekly export sales were enormous at 98.6 million bushels, a marketing year high! Total commitments at 1.717 billion bushels are 77 percent of the USDA’s 2.225-billion-bushel target. This is spot on with the five-year average of sales as a percentage of exports. U.S. corn remains the cheapest source of corn in the world. Weekly ethanol production was down from 1.057 million barrels per day to 1.025 million bpd, but ethanol stocks were a record 1.020 billion gallons. Stocks were up 48 million gallons for the week. Corn planting in the United States has begun.
In January 2018, the average farm gate price of organic corn in the United States was more than $10 per bushel while the price of conventional corn was Average: $3.22 $9.38 slightly above $3. Is it any wonder that some farmers are looking at what it takes to transition to certified Year Ago Average: $3.10 $9.17 organic production? Grain prices are effective cash close on March 20. While prices for organic com*Cash grain price change represents a two-week period. modities look very attractive to farmers who are facing their fourth straight year of declining net farm income, the transition to organic is neither simple nor inexpensive. Also, a time of generally low farm income is not the ideal time to begin a transition PAUL DIETMANN that could reduce income even Compeer Senior more — at least in the short Lending Officer term. Prairie du Sac, Wis. The livestock markets are in a quandary at the The transition to organic propresent time. The futures markets appear to be duction is much more than an economic decision. A heading in one direction while the cash is headed in farmer has to be willing to commit to a significant the opposite direction for both cattle and hogs. shift in production philosophy, not just a change in Obviously, the futures market is looking ahead to practices, or the transition will fail. what may be coming next to Here are some things to consider as you contemthese markets as far as price displate a switch to organic production: covery. The weeks ahead could be very interesting for the livestock Start planning at least a year before beginmarkets as to which direction ning the transition. Attend conferences and workeach of the livestock markets shops, introduce yourself to experienced organic take. growers, and build a network that can provide support as you begin farming organically. Spend time The cattle market is at odds with experienced organic growers at different times with the cash and futures trade. of the growing season and learn how they manage The cash trade has been firm for JOE TEALE their production challenges. Figure out where you weeks as packers continue to Broker accumulate cattle at basically Great Plains Commodity can buy organic seed, fertilizer, and any specialized equipment you might need. steady to higher cash. Margins Afton, Minn. are good enough that the packer Begin discussing your plans with your lender is willing to buy at the inflated prices as compared to early in the transition process. Explain your the declining futures prices. Obviously, the feedlots plans and get your lender’s thoughts. Your cash flow are willing sellers at the higher money if the cattle may change a lot during the transition. You’ll want to are hedged — which takes advantage of the very make sure you have enough operating capital to good basis. This phenomenon has occurred since the carry you through. You may need financing for some beef cutout has continued to inch higher week after new equipment or grain storage. You may need to week, improving that packer margin and allowing restructure some existing debt to free up borrowing the more aggressive bidding for live inventory. capacity. Fortunately, a farmer transitioning now to The futures are reacting to the recent U.S. organic production is much more likely to find an ag Department of Agriculture Cattle on Feed reports lender who has some experience with organic farms which have indicated placements and on-feed num- than farmers who switched 30 years ago. If your bers have continued to expand. This indicates sup- lender doesn’t have experience with organic producplies should be more than adequate to meet current tion or isn’t supportive of your decision, you may need to find a new lender. demand.
See NYSTROM, pg. 17
See TEALE, pg. 15
Livestock Angles Futures, cash markets clash
See DIETMANN, pg. 15
Information in the above columns is the writer’s opinion. It is no way guaranteed and should not be interpreted as buy/sell advice. Futures trading always involves a certain degree of risk.
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Cash flow could be negative during first years of transition DIETMANN, from pg. 14 Don’t try to transition all acres at once. The learning curve for organic production can be steep as a farmer learns how to grow crops without the use of herbicides or standard commercial fertilizer. It often takes more time, labor and many more trips across the field to grow a crop organically. Planters and combines will need to be cleaned after leaving conventional fields and before entering organic fields. Start with a small enough acreage that it won’t present the farm with a financial hardship if crop performance is poor in the first year or two. Organic transition is a long-term investment. The net cash flow could very well be negative on transitioning acres during the first two or three years of the switch. As with any other long-term investment, cash is invested upfront with the expectation of a positive return in future years. Cash returns on organic production typically turn positive in the third or fourth year. Don’t lose sight of the potential returns in the future during the initial years of negative cash flow. It’s a great idea to create annual cash flow projections for five or six years beginning in the first year of transition, and calculate the internal rate of return resulting from the change in production. (There is an explanation of how to calculate internal rate of return in the book, “Fearless Farm Finances: Farm Financial Management Demystified.”) Keep variable costs low on transitioning acres. Variable costs are all of the costs that you wouldn’t have if you weren’t growing any crops. They include seed, soil amendments, fuel, crop insurance, operating interest, and the costs of harvesting, hauling and drying crops. These are all cash costs that have to be paid during the year as opposed to an overhead cost such as depreciation that doesn’t require the farmer to write a check. Consider ways in which those cash costs can be minimized on transitioning acres. For example, the variable costs to grow hay are roughly two-thirds of the variable costs of growing corn in the first year of the transition. Many transitioning farmers find the cash flow is easier to handle if they grow a crop like hay that requires lower out-of-pocket costs. Timeliness is especially critical in organic production. Organic crop production is weatherdependent to the extreme. A grower may find that there is only one or two days in the season that are fit for rotary hoeing or cultivating, and every acre of organic ground must be covered within that narrow window. Organics won’t be a good fit for someone with an off-farm job and an inflexible schedule. It may require investment in larger equipment that can cover more acres in a shorter timeframe. It may be difficult to hire custom operators to help with planting or harvest, which might also lead to more machinery investment. You may encounter insurmountable hurdles that thwart your plans. More than one organic grower has been forced back to conventional row-
MARKETING cropping by a virtually unbeatable nemesis such as giant ragweed. The cash flow squeeze tends to tighten the further you move down the timeline towards certification, and it could crush you before you get there. You may not be able to anticipate or overcome every hurdle that will appear in your path to organic certification. It’s likely to be a hard journey. Get expert advice. Growers in the upper Midwest are lucky to have some excellent resources close at hand. Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service (MOSES) has organic experts on staff that are available to answer questions from growers. The organization also offers field days and hosts the largest organic farming conference in the country every February in La Crosse, Wis. The Organic Grain Resource and Information Network (OGRAIN) was created in 2015 specifically to help conventional grain growers transition to organic. Finally, there are many experienced growers in the upper Midwest who have successfully transitioned and are willing to help others make the switch. There is cost-sharing available. The U.S.
Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service offers organic transition costsharing for a variety of practices through its Environmental Quality Incentives Program grants. Talk to your local NRCS staff and get on their list of farmers to contact when an EQIP signup is announced. The cost of organic certification is cost-shared through the USDA Farm Service Agency. Some states offer assistance with organic transition through their state departments of agriculture. It’s worth a call to your state department to see if they have an organic assistance program. The transition to organic grain production takes time, and cash flow may be negative for a few years. Get your lender on board with your plans early in the process. Keeping variable costs low and taking advantage of cost-sharing opportunities helps. There will be some tough times on the road to certification. A grower who starts the process thinking of it as a long-term investment will likely see their perseverance rewarded over time. For additional insights from Compeer industry experts or to learn more about Compeer’s programs, check out Compeer.com/education. v
Hog market seeing big swings TEALE, from pg. 14 Both the cash and futures appear to be at levels that could bring about corrections in their price trends. This would narrow the basis and bring futures and cash closer together as we move into the month of April. Producers should continue to monitor market conditions and use the positive basis to their advantage. The hog market has seen big basis swings so far this spring. The basis went from a premium to cash to a fairly large discount and back to a premium. Since the first weeks in February, the hog market has been under pressure as pork cutouts began to drift lower. This put a squeeze on the packers’ margin and
cash bids were dropped to save the profitability for the packing houses. Demand for pork has held fairly well through the price declines; and as the grilling season approaches, this could bring about a stronger demand for pork. The current break in prices seem to be a bit overdone at this time and some recovery might be expected. Considering the difference in price of the cutouts between beef and pork, this could help improve the demand in pork in the weeks ahead. Technically, both futures and cash are appearing to be oversold. This could bring about a recover rally in the weeks ahead. Producers should pay close attention to market conditions and protect inventories if needed. v
Weather network volunteers needed DES MOINES — The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s State Climatology Office and the National Weather Service are recruiting volunteer precipitation observers across Iowa to participate in the Community Collab orative Rain, Hail and Snow network, known as “CoCoRaHS” (pronounced “KO-ko-rozz”). All that is needed to participate is an interest in the weather, a 4-inch diameter rain gauge, a suitable location to set up the gauge and access to the internet. All data collected is immediately available for free online. The data is routinely used for flood forecasting, drought assessment, news media stories, scientific research and general weather interest.
Weather observers are needed everywhere but the most critical needs are in Worth, Wright, Allamakee, Bremer, Greene, Shelby, Cedar, Adair, Adams, Decatur, Monroe, Keokuk and Louisa counties. More information about the network is available at www.cocorahs.org. The website includes information on how to join, where to obtain your rain gauge and how to accurately measure and report rain and snow. There is no cost involved in joining or participating in the CoCoRaHS network other than the need for the 4-inch diameter rain gauge. This article was submitted by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. v
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2017 ARC-CO payment estimates in upper Midwest As farm operators finalize their cash multiplied by 86 percent (.86) to calculate flow estimates for 2018, they are the County Revenue Guarantee. wondering what level, if any, the 2017 The county BM corn yields in most ARC-CO payments for corn or soybeans Minnesota counties in 2017 increased will be in October. Most crop producers in significantly from 2016 BM yields, due to the upper Midwest are enrolled in the fairly strong average county yields in both county yield-based Agriculture Risk 2015 and 2016. The 2011 year was Coverage (ARC-CO) farm program choice dropped for the 2017 BM yield calculation, on their corn and soybean base acres for which was a lower corn yield year in most 2014-18 crop years. FARM PROGRAMS counties. The increased county BM corn Many producers in the region earned a yield for 2017 increases the potential for By Kent Thiesse significant 2014 corn ARC-CO payment, ARC-CO payments; however, that gain is while farm operators in some more than offset by the large counties also earned ARC-CO reduction in the BM price for 2017. payments on their corn base acres in Most 2017 county soybean BM 2015 and 2016. There were some yields also increased slightly, compared to 2015 to ARC-CO payments for soybeans in 2014; however, 2016 BM yields. Another fairly solid yield year in payments were quite widespread for the 2015 and 2017 in many areas of the upper Midwest should 2016 crop years, due to above average soybean yields again result in further increases in county BM yields in most areas. for the 2018 crop year. The corn benchmark (BM) price for the 2017 crop 2017 ARC-CO payments for a given crop are paid year is $3.95 per bushel, which is down from $4.79/ when the actual 2017 county revenue for the crop bu. in 2016, and $5.29/bu. in both 2014 and 2015. falls below the 2017 county BM revenue guarantee. The 2017 BM price for soybeans is $10.86/bu., which The actual county revenue is the final 2017 county is well below $11.87/bu. in 2016, or $12.27/bu. in Farm Service Agency yield times the final MYA price both 2014 and 2015. for 2017. The 2017 MYA price is the national average The BM prices are adjusted each year, using the corn or soybean price from Sept. 1, 2017-Aug. 31, USDA market-year average price for the preceding 2018 which will be finalized on Sept. 30. The MYA five years, then dropping the high and low MYA price is the 12-month national average price for a price, and averaging the other three MYA prices. The commodity, based on the average market price BM county yield for 2017 is calculated by taking the received by farm operators across the United average county yields for the previous five years States, which is then weighted at the end of the year, (2012-2016), dropping the high and low yield, and based on the volume of bushels sold in each month. then averaging the other three yields. The 2017 As of March 1, USDA is estimating the estimated county BM revenue for a given crop is the county 2017 MYA prices are $3.35/bu. for corn, and $9.30/ BM yield times the 2017 BM price, which is then bu. for soybeans. The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service released the 2017 estimated average county yields for corn, soybeans, and other crops. The 2017 NASS county yields offer a good estimate of where final 2017 ARC-CO farm program payments are likely to end up, depending on the final 2017 MYA price level. The NASS yields may be adjusted slightly by USDA to arrive at the final 2017 county FSA yields which are used to calculate the 2017 ARC-CO payments. However, any adjustments in the final 2017 county yields will likely be lower than the 2017 NASS yield estimates which could potentially increase the likelihood or payment level for 2017 ARC-CO payments. The 2017 NASS county yields are available at www.nass.usda.gov. The relationship between the final 2017 county yield and the 2017 county BM yields is extremely important in calculating potential 2017 ARC-CO payments for corn and soybeans. Expressing the 2017 county yield as a “percentage of BM Yield” is actually more important than the final county yield in determining estimated ARC-CO payments. Guide on likelihood of 2017 ARC-CO payments at various percentage of BM Yield levels:
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(Based on March 1, 2017, MYA price estimates of $3.35/bu. for corn, and $9.30/bu. for soybeans.) • Corn — Any county that has a percentage of BM yield of less than 90 percent will likely realize the maximum (100 percent) estimated 2017 ARC-CO payment for that county. • Corn — Counties with a percentage of BM yield of 90-95 percent will likely receive 51-99 percent of the maximum 2017 ARC-CO payment. • Corn — Counties with a percentage of BM yield of 96-101 percent will likely receive 1-50 perent of the maximum 2017 ARC-CO payment. • Corn — Counties with a percentage of BM yield of 102 percent or higher will likely not receive a 2017 ARC-CO payment. • Soybeans — Any county that has a percentage of BM yield of less than 90 percent will likely realize the maximum 2017 ARC-CO payment for that county. • Soybeans — Counties with a percentage of BM yield of 90-94 percent will likely receive 51-99 percent of the maximum 2017 ARC-CO payment. • Soybeans — Counties with a percentage of BM yield of 95-100 percent will likely receive 1-50 percent of the maximum 2017 ARC-CO payment. • Soybeans — Counties with a percentage of BM yield of 101 percent or higher will likely not receive a 2017 ARC-CO payment. Note: For 2016, the threshold level for counties to begin receiving ARC-CO payments was a percentage of BM yield of 120 percent or lower for corn, and 107 percent or lower for soybeans. Counties received the maximum level of 2016 ARC-CO payments at a percentage of BM yield level of 107 percent or lower for corn and 94 percent or lower for soybeans. This shows the impact of the significantly lower corn and soybean BM prices for 2017. Overall, 2017 ARC-CO payments for corn are not likely in most portions of the upper Midwest, due to above average 2017 corn yields in many areas, together with the much lower 2017 corn BM price of $3.95/bu. There are a few counties in northwest Minnesota, as well as some counties in both North and South Dakota, which were impacted by drought conditions, that are likely to receive a 2017 corn ARC-CO payment. Most counties in the rest of Minnesota and much of Iowa will not receive a 2017 corn payment. Several counties in the upper Midwest have received corn ARC-CO payments in 2014, 2015 and 2016. There is actually more potential for 2017 soybean ARC-CO payments than for corn payments in some locations, due to the increased county BM yields in 2017 and more moderate 2017 soybean yield levels. See THIESSE, pg. 17
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ARC-CO payments not likely in southern Minnesota counties THIESSE, from pg. 16 Potential 2017 soybean ARC-CO payments exist for some counties in west central and northwest Minnesota, as well as several counties in North and South Dakota. Very few counties in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa will receive a 2017 soybean payment, due to stronger 2017 soybean yield levels. Soybean ARC-CO payments were much more variable during the three previous years (2014-16) compared to corn payments. It is important to remember that the current 2017 corn and soybean ARC-CO payments are still estimates, which are based on the 2017 NASS
county yield estimates and the current MYA prices. Final payments could vary, based on changes to the final 2017 corn and soybean MYA price, or any adjustments in final county FSA yields. There will likely again be a 6.8 percent federal sequestration reduction on all 2017 ARC-CO payments. Bottom line The bottom line is most counties in the southern two-thirds of Minnesota and northern half of Iowa will not receive any corn or soybean ARC-CO payments for 2017. A select few counties in the northern portion of Minnesota, as well as some drought-
stricken counties in portions of North and South Dakota, could potentially receive partial 2017 ARC-CO payments for corn, soybeans, and wheat in October. This news will certainly not help aid the very tight 2018 crop profit margins or very low farm income levels which currently exist in most counties across the upper Midwest. Previous county yields for corn, soybeans, and other crops, benchmark yields and revenues, FSA yields, 2014 and 2015 ARC-CO payment levels, and other farm program information are available on the FSA ARC-PLC web site at: www.fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc.
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Kent Thiesse has prepared an information sheet titled “Estimating 2017 Corn and Soybean ARC-CO Payments” which contains several tables relating to 2017 ARC-CO payments. He has also prepared 2017 ARC-CO Payment Estimate Tables for most counties in Minnesota and northern Iowa, as well as potions of North and South Dakota. To receive a free copy, please e-mail kent.thiesse@ minnstarbank.com. Kent Thiesse is a government farm programs analyst and a vice president at MinnStar Bank in Lake Crystal, Minn. He may be reached at (507) 7262137 or kent.thiesse@minnstarbank. com. v
U.S. bean acreage forecasts will be released soon NYSTROM, from pg. 14 Texas reported 26 percent of their corn was planted as of March 11, vs. 18 percent on average. Mississippi was just getting started with 1 percent planted, right on the average. A little history of the March Grain Stocks report: March 1 corn stocks have been above the average guess in five out of the last eight years. March 1 soybean stocks have been below the average guess in eight out of the last 11 years. Outlook: While not a boring week, it certainly was quieter than we’ve been seeing lately. It’s too early to say we’ve seen the high; but in the short-run, the elusive $4 level remains out of our grasp. This week’s high in May corn was $3.95.25 per bushel. Short term resistance in the May contract is $3.89 with support falling to the $3.70 area. Market action this week suggests we’ve priced in good demand and lower South American prospects. We may be rangebound ahead of the March 29 planting report. For the week, May corn fell 7.75 cents to $3.82.75/bu., July was down 7 cents at $3.91, and December was 3.5 cents lower at $4.03.75/bu. The Prospective Planting and Quarterly Grain Stocks reports will be released on Thursday, March 29 at 11 a.m. central time. The markets will be closed on Friday, March 30 in observance of Good Friday. The markets will reopen on Sunday night, April 1 (Easter) at their normal time. SOYBEANS — Soybeans recovered a small portion of the previous Friday’s sell-off to begin the week, but it didn’t
last when a key reversal lower occurred at mid-week. May soybeans traded to their lowest point in a month as forecasts for rain in Argentina continued to stay on the deferred maps. Demand was OK but nothing impressive. Meal was down for the week but was very flat as any rally was met with decent selling. Attention will begin to focus on how many acres U.S. growers intend to switch from corn to soybeans this spring. One private survey suggested soybean acres could reach a record 92.1 million acres this year, with corn acres falling to 88.5 million acres. Last year, we planted 90.1 million acres to beans and 90.2 million acres to corn. We will begin to see more forecasts as we approach the March 29 Prospective Planting report. The spring weather maps from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration indicate slightly warm, wet conditions in the upper Midwest. The Rosario Grain Exchange cut its Argentine soybean outlook from 46.5 mmt to 40 mmt this week, citing drought conditions. The BAGE left its projection at 42 mmt with 2 percent of the soybean harvest complete. The February National Oilseed Processors Association crush report showed 153.7 million bushels crushed, a new monthly record and well above the 149.4 million bushel pre-report expectation. However, soyoil stocks at 1.856 billion pounds were higher than the 1.766-billion-pound estimate and the largest since June 2016. Outlook: Soybeans closed the week higher as South American soybean
estimates continue to decline, despite a key reversal lower in the middle of the week. Can late rains help reverse some of those losses? We really won’t know until the combines roll. Increasing attention will be focused on U.S. planting weather. For the week, May soy-
beans rallied 10.25 cents to $10.49.5/ bu., July was 12 cents higher at $10.60.25, and November was up 11 cents at $10.41/bu. May meal was down $0.40 at $371.90 per ton for the week, with May soyoil up 39 ticks at $.3198 per pound. v
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Favorable U.S. cheese prices could reduce stocks The following marketing analysis is for the week ending March 16. As it always does, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s monthly Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Outlook, issued March 14, mirrored dairy projections contained in the March 8 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report. The Outlook credited recent growth in milk production per cow for the increased forecasts for milk yields for the first half of 2018 and says that will result in a 2018 forecast of 23,255 pounds per
News and information for Minnesota and Northern Iowa dairy producers head, 25 pounds higher than last month’s forecast. The forecast for the size of the milking herd in 2018 was unchanged at By Lee Mielke 9.415 million head. Feed price forecasts were raised. The 2017-18 corn price forecast is $3.15-$3.55 per bushel, an increase of 5 cents at the midpoint of the range. The soybean meal price forecast is $325-$355 per short ton, an increase of $20 at the midpoint of the range. The alfalfa hay price was $152/short ton in January, an increase of $4 from December and $26 from January 2017. Drought in alfalfa hay production areas has contributed to the higher prices. n Cash block cheese lost some ground the week of March 12 but rebounded and closed March 16 at $1.5850 per pound, up 1.5 cents on the week and 18.5 cents above a year ago. The barrels finished at $1.56, up 6.25 cents on the week, 19.5 cents above a year ago, and the highest since Dec.18, 2017. On the week, 17 cars of block traded hands at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and 26 of barrel. Snowstorms in the Northeast caused a number of Midwestern cheese producers to reduce production, according to Dairy Market News. “Cheese demand, particularly in the Italian style sector, has been negatively affected by the inclement weather as retail and restaurant shoppers are understandably remaining at home. Other cheesemakers continue to run full tilt, as demand for traditional Cheddar and specialty products is seeing continually steady to strong demand ahead of the spring holidays. “Milk suppliers are somewhat perplexed by the lack of intakes from Class III producers, as spring holidays loom and fluid supplies are readily accessible. Fluid milk prices ranged from $1 over to $3 under Class III. That said, a majority of contacts are uninterested in the spot milk market and suggest the discounts would need to exceed current offerings in order to consider reentering the fray.” Western contacts anticipate cheese output will continue to ramp up as milk output increases through the spring. While relatively strong demand has kept pace with cheese volumes the last few months, a few manufacturers suggest cheese stocks and production were a little lower helping to support prices. “Seasonal spring holiday demand is now mostly filled, but as long as U.S. cheese prices remain favorable compared to international prices, there should be a steady pull on stocks,” says Dairy Market News. “Some contacts are still concerned about the abundance of milk and whether the
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spring flush will overwhelm the capacity to produce cheese and pump inventories higher. Many feel the excess milk will find its way into cheese vats and could put further pressure on cheese markets.” n Spot butter climbed to $2. 2175 per pound March 14 but closed at $2.21, up a half-cent on the week and 8 cents above a year ago, with six sales on the week. Cream accessibility remains somewhat slight for butter makers, according to Dairy Market News. Some contacts expected cream prices to decline this week, but prices maintained a steady path. Undoubtedly, Class II and III production increases are holding cream prices up, says Dairy Market News. Some Central analysts expect butter market prices to see a slight drawdown following the recent market bounce. “The noticeable price increase, they posit, was due to the new crop butter requirement put out by the CME Group. Regardless, butter market tones are undoubtedly unique in dairy, as they are determinedly bullish while other markets struggle.” Grade A nonfat dry milk closed March 16 at 69 cents per pound, a half-cent higher on the week but 11.5 cents below a year ago, with 15 cars sold on the week. U.S. dairy market price transparency was enhanced this week as CME traders were enabled for the first time to buy and sell physical loads of dry whey during a spot call just before the cheese. The new market finished March 16 at 29.25 cents per pound, up 3.25 cents on the week, with one sale reported for the week. n California’s April Class I milk prices were announced by the California Department of Food and Agriculture at $15.97 per hundredweight for the north and $16.24/cwt. for the south. Both are up 77 cents from March but 79 cents and 80 cents respectively below April 2017. That put the four-month average at $15.68 for the north, down from $18.07 at this time a year ago and compares to $15.88 in 2016. The southern average is $15.95, down from $18.34 a year ago and $16.15 in 2016. The April Federal order Class I base price will be announced by the USDA on March 21. Speaking of California, efforts to create a Federal Milk Marketing Order in the nation’s Number 1 milk producer are back on track after a judicial snafu put the procedure on hold. The issue has been See MIELKE, pg. 19
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Outlook: ‘China’s cheese imports increased substantially’ MIELKE, from pg. 18
were up 29.8 percent from a year ago and attributed The Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry Outlook says “It that to taking market share from Europe. He added appears that U.S. domestic dairy product prices have resolved and the USDA is expected to issue a recWE foreign BUILD export OUR STALLS that, at current price spreads, he expects that to been competitive with prices. RIGHT! In ommended final decision soon. California dairy procontinue. February, Oceania export prices for butter, cheese, Take a look at ducers will then need to ratify it. and skim milk powder (SMP) were $2.39, $1.69, and The talk of trade wars and ending NAFTA has our tubing with n Europe added uncertainty to the global market, Kurzawski 90 cents per pound, respectively. Western unequaled corrosion whey were U.S. dairy exports started 2018 with a strong said. “We wonder if the administration is crazy like export prices for butter, SMP, and dryprotection! showing, with all products seeing increases from a fox or is just crazy,” but believes President Trump $2.56, 76 cents, and 40 cents per pound, respectively.” January 2017 except whole milk powder. Freudenthal Tubing hasdairy been may be “using some of the recent negotiation tactics The Outlook adds that “The value of China’s engineered specific imports from countries around the worldforinyourJanuary FC Stone dairy broker Dave Kurzawski called it a and tariffs and things of that nature as bargaining chips for a more favorable NAFTA deal.” totaled 1.241 billion U.S. dollars.requirements Adjustedwhere for strength infla“continuation of recent trends,” in the March 12 and corrosion resistance are tion, this is about the same as the level reached in CORROSION Autolike,” Release Dairy Radio Now broadcast, and while the report “I’m not really sure what that really looks he Head Locks Panel critical imports design factors.by January 2014. Most of China’s dairy PROTECTION was “pretty neutral to the market,” it was “a good concluded, “because we had a pretty good deal to value come from New Zealand and the European way to start off the year.” begin with.” Union (EU); Australia and theComfort United Tie States CS-60 Stallvie for Cheese exports were down 1.4 percent from n distant third. December but were up 18.9 percent from a year ago, Toughest U.S. imports of cheese were down 20 percent from “China’s highest dairy import values byThe trading with Cheddar exports down 19.7 percent from December and 3.1 percent below a year ago. Butter Stalls partner are for whole milk powder from New December but up 19 percent from a year ago. That imports were up 46.5 percent from December but Zealand, infant formula from the EuropeanonUnion the was weaker than FC Stone had forecast, he said. down 1.1 percent from a year ago. Anhydrous milk- and Australia, and whey products from the U.S. • Provides superior lunge area Butter exports were down 23.8 percent from market, fat was down 73.8 percent fromthan December but 8 China’s imports of cheese increased substantially in • Much stronger our December but 17.6 percent above those a year ago. guaranteed percent above a year ago. competitors’ beam systems See MIELKE, pg. 20 Kurzawski also reported that dry whey exports not to bend • No Stall mounts in the • Entire panel made of H.D. 10 gauge tubing concrete or sand are hot dippedWI galvanized after W. 6322 Cty. O,• Panels Medford, 54451 • Fully adjustable welding inside and out (715) 748-4132 • 1-800-688-0104 • Stall system stays high and Heaviest, • 6’, 8’, 10’, 12’ lengths dry, resulting in longer life www.freudenthalmfg.com Strongest, REMODELING, EXPANSION OR REPLACEMENT • 12’ panel weight 275 lbs. • Installation labor savings Custom Buy Direct From Manufacturer and SAVE! We Can Handle All Your Barn Steel Needs • Head-to-head and single row Cattle Diagonal Feed Thru Panel options available Auto Release Head Locks Panel Gates • Compare the weight of this on the system, heaviest available Elevated Dual Market on the market today
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Farm bill could include national floor price for milk MIELKE, from pg. 19 January; effective Dec. 1, 2017, China unilaterally lowered its cheese tariffs for most countries, including the U.S. and the EU, from 12 to 8 percent. New Zealand benefits from preferential treatment due to its free trade agreement with China. Australia also
has a free trade agreement with China, but benefits are smaller since the agreement is only in its third full year and tariff reductions are being phased in.” In recent testimony before the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, the Consortium for Common Food Names, an international non-profit organiza-
tion representing the interests of consumers, farmers, food producers and retailers, urged the U.S. government to “intensify its efforts to repel attempts by the European Union (EU) to confiscate generic terms within major trading markets, as well as within the United States itself.” CCFN’s testimony was presented as part of the USTR’s preparation of its annual Special 301 review of intellectual property rights protections among U.S. trading partners, according to a CCFN press release. “The persistent and serious problem of the EU’s transgressions regarding geographical indications (GIs) continues to be highly problematic for the U.S. food and agriculture sector,” said CCFN Senior Director Shawna Morris. “It will require continued vigilance and action on the part of the U.S. government. We ask you to continue the core objectives outlined in the 2017 Report and to continue to enhance U.S. efforts to hold our trading partners to their commitments.” n Legislation touted by U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York) would establish a national, inflationadjusted floor price for milk at $23.34/cwt. The plan would be included in the farm bill now being drafted by the Senate Ag Committee. The March 14 Daily Dairy Report says that “whenever the U.S. All-Milk price were to drop below the proposed floor, eligible producers would receive 45 percent of the difference, which is the same percentage once paid by the defunct Milk Income Loss Contract (MILC) program. Because January’s All-Milk price of $16.10 per cwt. was $7.24 less than the proposed price floor, January’s payout would have been close to $3.26 per cwt. Under the bill, only farms participating in the Dairy Margin Protection Program (MPP) would be eligible for payments and only on the first 5 million pounds of production, providing more help to smaller farms than larger operations.” Meanwhile National Milk praised the introduction this week of H.R. 5275, the Agricultural Certainty for Reporting Emissions Act. A National Milk press release stated that “There is now bipartisan, bicameral support for legislation that will reduce a significant regulatory burden on U.S. dairy farms. We fully support the House companion to the Senate’s Fair Agricultural Reporting Method (FARM) Act, which would prevent dairy farms from having to generate meaningless air emissions data under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). “The CERCLA provisions in question were originally enacted to address accidental hazardous air emission emergencies from toxic waste sites, and were never intended to be applied to dairy and other livestock farms. Through this legislation, Congress is stipulating that this burdensome regulatory overreach serves no legitimate health or See MIELKE, pg. 21
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FSA moving ahead with Margin Protection Program sign-up MIELKE, from pg. 20
more than likely have to be extended until Dec. 31 and it may carry over into 2019. safety purpose.” The House Agriculture Committee will likely Speaking of the farm bill, farmers are beginning introduce its bill first, says Gray, “Probably the end to wonder when the Agriculture Committees will of this month or in early April. The Senate bill will introduce their respective versions in the House and come along a little later, probably in mid-April.” Senate. Gray also reminds us that USDA’s Farm Service Bob Gray, editor of the Northeast Dairy Farmers Agency is moving ahead with the new Margin Cooperatives newsletter writes in his March 9 issue Protection Program sign-up and will be announced that authorization for the 2014 farm bill runs out in early April and will be retroactive to Jan. 1, 2018. on Sept. 30 of this year. He speculates that it will
“Letters will be sent to dairy producers this month outlining the specifics of the program that include changes made in insurance premiums on the first 5 million pounds of milk. The letters will include detailed information on the payments based on the insurance premiums at the various margin levels,” Gray says. Lee Mielke is a syndicated columnist who resides in Everson, Wash. His weekly column is feature in newspapers across the country and he may be reached at lkmielke@juno.com. v
Forage diets produce nutritionally-enhanced milk MORRIS, Minn. — In a collaborative research project including the University of Minnesota, Johns Hopkins University, Newcastle University in England, Southern Cross University in Linsmore, NSW Australia, and the Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark, researchers have found that cows fed a 100 percent organic grass and legume-based diet produce milk with elevated levels of omega-3 and CLA, providing a markedly healthier balance of fatty acids. The improved fatty acid profile in grass-fed organic milk and dairy products (also known as grassmilk) brings the omega-6/omega-3 ratio to a near 1 to 1, compared to 5.7 to 1 in conventional whole milk. Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids are essential human nutrients, yet consuming too much omega-6 and too little omega-3 can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity and diabetes. Today, Americans consume 10 to 15 grams of omega-6 for every gram of omega-3. Previous studies have shown that consuming organic beef or organic dairy products lowers dietary intakes of omega-6, while increasing intakes of omega-3 and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), another valuable, heart-healthy fatty acid. “With growing consumer demand for organic dairy products, producers may be able to expand their profitability and market share by converting to grass-based pasture and forage-feeding systems,”
said co-author Bradley Heins, associate professor of dairy science at the University of Minnesota’s West Central Research and Outreach Center. Findings from the study “Enhancing the Fatty Acid Profile of Milk through Forage-Based Rations, with Nutrition Modeling of Dietary Outcomes,” published in Food Science and Nutrition, compared the fatty acid profile of milk from cows managed under three systems in the United States: “Grassmilk” cows receive an essentially 100 percent organic grass and legume forage-based diet, via pasture and stored feeds like hay and silage. “Organic” cows receive, on average, about 80 percent of their daily dry matter intake from foragebased feeds and 20 percent from grain and concentrates. “Conventional” cows are fed rations in which forage-based feeds account for an estimated 53 percent of daily DMI, with the other 47 percent coming from grains and concentrates. Conventional management accounts for over 90 percent of the milk cows on U.S. farms. Grassmilk provides by far the highest level of omega-3s — 0.05 grams per 100 grams of milk (g/100 g), compared to 0.02 g/100 g in conventional milk — a 147 percent increase in omega-3s. Grassmilk also
contains 52 percent less omega-6 than conventional milk, and 36 percent less omega-6 than organic milk. In addition, the research team found that grassmilk has the highest average level of CLA — 0.043 g/100 g of milk, compared to 0.019 g/ 100 g in conventional milk and 0.023 g/100 g in organic. Daily consumption of grassmilk dairy products could potentially improve U.S. health trends. In addition to the well-established metabolic and cardiovascular benefits of omega-3 fatty acids and CLA, there are additional benefits for pregnant and lactating women, infants and children. Various forms of omega-3 fatty acids play critical roles in the development of eyes, the brain, and the nervous system. Adequate omega-3 intakes can also slow the loss of cognitive function among the elderly. The team analyzed over 1,160 samples of whole grassmilk taken over three years from on-farm bulk tanks prior to any processing. All samples came from farmer members of CROPP Cooperative and were tested by an independent laboratory. For more information, visit https://z.umn.edu/ whygrassmatters This article was submitted by University of Minnesota College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences. v
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Swine feed industry is dealing with vitamin shortages By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer The “vitamin thing is going crazy” said Rick Mages, a 30-year veteran with Form-A-Feed and animal nutrition production specialist. Mages explained, “This is happening for multiple reasons. In late 2017, the vitamin supply of vitamin Rick Mages A, D, and E started to dry up. The reason being a factory in Germany that manufactures vitamins A, D and E had an explosion within their facilities that shut down their plant until all repairs are in place. That might still be a few months down the road. “China is our other supplier of vitamins. Because of the cost of manufacturing these vitamins, most of the production that was in the United States in the 1980s and 1990s has now moved to either Europe or China. However, because of pollution control issues underway in China, their production levels are currently down also as they go about cleaning up their plants.” This relocation of vitamin production to Europe and China hasn’t diminished quality. “Their vitamins are good — more stable than ever. We’re mostly talking A, D and E as the key vitamins of concern. These are all fat-soluble vitamins — meaning they can be stored in body fat or a pig’s gut. But animals can’t go without them very long.” Mages was impressed with the quality and quantity of swine industry exhibitors at the Minnesota Pork Congress in January. Over 150 exhibitors from across the United States plus three foreign countries attended the event. Form-A-Feed has been a regular exhibitor at the annual Pork Congress since the earliest days. “It’s great to see so many of these Minnesota family pork farms at this show,” he said. “And it’s great for us in the feed business to be here to renew friendships; to meet potential new customers and simply to discuss issues within the industry. This vitamin situation is a good example. No, we’re not going to run out of vitamins, but this slowdown is for real.” Form-A-Feed is continually exploring new feeds and ingredients. Evidence is in the use of more oils in maintaining the nutrient content of some of its feeds. These essential oils are one of the key areas in build-
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through partnerships. For example, we have a partnership with a team that brings the essential oils to our country. Plus we have partnerships with other countries that helps take our nutrition to other places. “Our history is built on our ambition of finding better ways to get good nutrition to our livestock world, in essence to make it better for the producer. Yes, the swine industry goes through trying times financially. Some of that is currently happening as production keeps increasing — often getting ahead of consumption. Even more exports are vital. Thanks to technology and better feeds, we’re still the most efficient industry worldwide. Plus, we grow our feeds right here in the middle of our key swine production areas. Feed conversions today are in the 2.5 range which is unbelievable compared to what it was when Form-AFeed started in 1973.” Mages is well aware of the challenges of getting younger people into farming. He’s a product of a farm family in the Sleepy Eye area. “I’m encouraged. I see a lot of my customers today whose sons have now taken over the farm and swine operation. A lot of the growth within our customer base — be they swine, dairy or beef — is happening because it includes other family members who have come home. Maybe they have grown from 100 cows to 500 cows, but now that operation is feeding three families instead of one,” he said. “I see the youth bringing a lot to the table. I see farming staying very strong.” Rick Mages was interviewed at the Minnesota Pork Congress in January. v
Calendar of Events Visit www.TheLandOnline.com to view our complete calendar & enter your own events, or send an e-mail with your event’s details to editor@thelandonline.com. March 27 — Southern Minnesota Organic Crops Day — Owatonna, Minn. — Tools and knowledge for current, transitioning, and future organic crop producers — Contact Claire LaCanne, UMN Extension, lacanne@umn.edu or (507) 444-7691 March 27 — Maximizing Soil Health — Lewiston, Minn. — Workshop features Ray Archuleta, panel of local farmers and soil-building methods — Contact Sarah Fillius at Land Stewardship Project at sfillius@ landstewardshipproject.org or (507) 523-3366 or visit www.landstewardshipproject.org March 28 — Maximizing Soil Health — Faribault and Austin, Minn. March 28 — Cover Crop Field Day — Clarion and Belmond, Iowa — Multiple farm visits features cover crops for corn and soybeans — Contact Practical Farmers of Iowa at www.practicalfarmers.org or debra@practicalfarmers.org or (515) 232-5661
March 28 — Women Land and Legacy Meeting — Mason City, Iowa — Cerro Gordo County Women Land and Legacy will host a meeting for women interested in farming — Contact bartus@iastate.edu or (641) 423-0844 March 29 — Maximizing Soil Health — Kasson, Minn. April 2, 9 — Your Money, Your Future — Charles City, Iowa — Learn to understand your spending, use financial management resources and build skills — Contact Floyd County Extension at beranek@ iastate.edu or (641) 228-1453 April 2 — Soil Health Café Chat — Vesta, Minn. — Sustainable Farming Association is hosting free, informal event with area farmers who are practicing soil health principles — Contact theresa@sfa-mn.org or visit www.sfa-mn.org/soil April 3 — Soil Health Café Chat — Amboy, Minn. April 4 — Cover Crop Field Day — Postville, Iowa — Farm visit focuses on cover crops for corn and soybeans — Contact www.practicalfarmers.org or debra@practicalfarmers.org or (515) 232-5661
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Steps to reducing sow mortality in the farrowing room Mortality rates are highest in the farrowing room, whether it be for pigs or sows. A lot of farrowing room focus is put on pre-weaning mortality, but reducing sow mortality also needs to receive producer attention. When we include stillbirths, it is not uncommon to see three-quarters of growing pig mortality showing up before weaning. If we take this risk on a daily basis, a pig is 20 times likely to die on a day in the farrowing room than a day subsequent to that. Based on this higher risk, we have studied both stillbirth rates and pre-weaning mortality rates in great detail. We know that there are factors such as birth weight, colostral intake, facility design and facility factors that lead to higher and lower pre-weaning mortality rates. The rates of mortality for sows are also much higher in the farrowing room than in breeding or gestation. We can see daily rates that are eight times as high in the farrowing room than in breeding and gestation. The difference is that there has not been a particular emphasis on the study of this aspect of sow mortality in the same way that pre-weaning mortality has been emphasized as a separate category of mortality versus post-weaning mortality. With the levels of mortality seen in the farrowing stall, it may be useful to understand the processes that lead to sow death, as well as leading to additional compromised sows at time of weaning. There are additional pressures on the sow through parturition and lactation that appeared to result in a proportion of sows that are unable to cope with the added physical requirements. Moreover, it may be worth questioning whether the physical environment in the farrowing stall is too biased toward the piglet rather than the stall. Though the studies are limited, it may be useful to start viewing the farrowing stall as a point of intervention to reduce sow mortality rates. Here are a few factors that are worth considering as we try to help the sow survive and thrive in the farrowing stall.
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Hanska Co-op values service, working together By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer PRIOR LAKE, Minn. — “Working together is the only way our co-ops are going to be able to provide the services today’s patrons want.” That matter-offact statement came from Sleepy Eye area farmer Brad Portner. Portner also sits on the board of Hanska Farmers Co-op. His statement pretty much sums up what most were saying at the Minnesota Grain and Feed Association annual convention on March 8. Describing his own co-op, he commented, “We’re the smallest co-op in our area. I call us the ‘pea in the pod.’ Yet, we’ve got value to bring to the table for anyone. I say to any farmer I talk with, ‘Give us a chance. Let us serve you.’ We don’t mark anyone as a number. Each farmer is a person, a name. That’s very important as agriculture gets bigger and more competitive.” So is it a matter of time until you join forces with another co-op? Or will you fight it to the end? “Fighting it to the end is never the right answer. I’m a firm believer in communications. If something positive could happen then you talk more and learn more,” Portner said. At 33 years old, Matt Suess is a younger board member of Hanska Co-op. Suess said his board is currently in talks with one of the neighboring co-ops.
“We’re doing a feasibility study to see what the numbers tell us.” Suess is one of a growing number of farmers — especially younger operators — who also have a second income. “I do tax work from February through April, so I have lots of conversation with farmers. I get their perspective on many issues, including our local co-ops. “When they ask me about mergers, I tell them it’s an opportunity for us to get better at what we’re doing. The bigger the co-op, the more access to technologies and marketing skills. Being at Hanska, we are a smaller cooperative. We can’t really afford some things we’d like to do.” Both Portner and Suess agree their smaller size keeps them from having a staff agronomist. Portner said, “You’ve got to look outside the box. Let’s keep everything rolling and that usually means change. Adapt or perish seems more the agenda these days.” When it comes to marketing their 2018 crop, Portner and Suess already are well on their way. Portner made his decisions recently. “Everything is in numbers now. That late-February little rally in corn prices was enough to get most of my corn. I’m not putting anything into soybeans.” Suess and his dad have done some forward pricing too. “We don’t have contracts yet on our vegetable crops, sweet corn and peas, but we’re 45 percent priced on corn; 50 percent on beans. We’ve done some ’19 crop already too. We hire a marketing firm. They call us weekly, sharing what’s going on in the world. And they suggest strategies on how to get to a comfortable place on our own operation.” Portner said it would take more than $4 corn for decent break-evens on their 2018 crop. He added $4.10 would be a more comfortable number for him. For beans, Suess said a $10 price would work. Portner points out every farm situation is different.
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Farm Camp gives youngsters the opportunity to learn about today’s agriculture, where their food comes from, how it is grown and how farm products are used in our daily life. Registrations are now being accepted for the seventh annual Farm Camp Minnesota. Camp is designed for children entering grades 3 through 6 for the 2018-19 school year. This year, the one-day camp will be held in three different locations, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Preregistration is required. On July 17, the camp will be held at Meadowbrook Dairy near Sartell. Early bird registration is $15 per camper by June 15; $25 until June 22. On Aug. 13 and 14, it will be held in the Waseca area at Farmamerica. Early bird registration is $15
per camper by June 22. After that it is $25 until registration closes on July 23 or when filled. On Aug. 16, the camp will be held near Dundas at Wolf Creek Dairy. The Dundas camp has already filled. If any camper wishes to be on the waiting list, e-mail Minnesota Farm Bureau with your name and contact information. Registration includes lunch, snacks, a free t-shirt and a fun bag to take home. Space is limited. For more information or to register, go to farmcampminnesota.org or e-mail Farmcampmn@ outlook.com; postal mail at PO Box 93, Janesville, MN 56048; or call (507) 351-9348. This article was submitted by the Minnesota Farm Bureau. v
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Lynn Ketelsen is going strong broadcasting ag news By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer PRIOR LAKE, Minn. — With over 40 years experience in telling the farm story, Lynn Ketelsen thinks the non-ag audience is finally tuning in. He is the long-time voice of the Linder Farm Radio Network. He was a featured speaker at the Minnesota Grain and Feed Association convention on March 8. His message: “We Are Now Farming Food.” Q: A most unusual speech title. What’s your story? Ketelsen: Farming is a positive message. And more non-farmers, especially young folks, are curious as to what this thing called farming is all about. I recall years back, the (Minnesota) State Fair board was concerned because agriculture had such a low priority as to why people come to the state fair. I asked, ‘What is one thing everyone does at the state fair?’ Everyone agreed they come to eat. Q: So how does that relate to state fair attendance? Ketelsen: People want to know more about farmers and farming. They’re catching on that these folks called farmers are at the front end of this food production chain. And now they’re getting curious about what farmers do to start this process. That led to the Miracle of Birth center at the state fair. This amazing display is now the number-one attraction at the state fair. Next was the renaming of the dairy building to the Empire Commons Building. People see exactly the many steps in both the production and processing of milk from cows right in front of their eyes. Q: Have food stands at the state fair also picked up on this new interest? Ketelsen: Yes, our state fair is noted for a tremendous variety of delicious foods, Martha’s Cookies perhaps the best known. Even several eating places at
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Lynn Ketelsen (left) interviews Bob Zelenka, executive director of the Minnesota Grain and Feed Association. the state fair now use banners talking about “From Farm to Fork’ and ‘Farm to Table’ messages with the emphasis on locally produced, health foods. So to me it’s evident that consumers are waking up to the fact that our farmers are now farming food. Farm is now a very positive four-letter word. Q: I’m hungry already and it’s five months until the state fair. So let’s talk farm numbers. Does fewer but bigger continue as the inevitable trend? Ketelsen: Yes, and perhaps even more rapidly as our farming audience ages. Hopefully, we can find a way to keep young farmers in the game. And find some opportunity for all the wannabes out there too. The same consolidation process is happening with the grain elevators which used to dot every rural community throughout the farm belt. All this transfiguration of agriculture I don’t think is healthy, but it’s here none the less. Q: With all of the things happening in social media these days, is your radio audience changing? Ketelsen: Older farmers tend to prefer market
Chad Greenway learned to never give up By DICK HAGEN The Land Staff Writer PRIOR LAKE, Minn. — A strong work ethic is mandatory to play linebacker in the National Football League. Former Minnesota Viking Chad Greenway says that same work ethic is vital in successful farming. Greenway, recently retired after 11 seasons of professional football, was the keynote speaker at the 111th convention of the Minnesota Grain and Feed Association on March 8. In an industry buffeted by commodity price turmoil, Greenways’s message suggested, “Give it all you’ve got; then give a little bit more.” Greenway was raised on a hog and crop farm in Mt. Vernon, S.D., where he played 9-man high school football, and had 26 kids in his class.
“Growing up on a farm is my identity,” Greenway said. “I learned early the rigors of farm life. Summer seemed the worst season. You can’t hide from your parents. At 5 a.m. it was wake up to help load pigs or walk bean fields. Dad taught me not to complain because no one was listening — least of all him.” From his high school girlfriend, he learned that toothpaste does’t cover up pig smell. “But mostly, I learned from my high school coach that mentality is what matters most — regardless the struggle,” Greenway said. He earned a walk-on scholarship from the University of Iowa. Greenway was redshirted as a freshman. His second year brought an ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) tear. See GREENWAY, pg. 26
information both through radio and the farm press. But with the younger generation, that hand-held device called the cell phone is often their first choice for quick and easy updates, especially on markets. But they’re getting the analysis of why these markets are behaving the way they do from farm radio and good farm print too. Q: Are the consolidations going on in the ag industry destroying the opportunities for new start-up operations? Ketelsen: I don’t have hard data, but perhaps to the contrary. Farmers don’t like to see just two or three majors control the seed industry. They prefer smaller service centers where they can get personal attention to their farm, their soils and their community. Even though farmers shop everywhere these days, their local communities, their local schools, their local churches are still vital. And farmers really want local service. Technology travels quickly these days. That’s why your hometown dealer can provide the same services of the big upscale operations. We’re actually seeing small, independently-owned companies bounce back. That’s great for one obvious reason: it gives farmers more choices. I don’t think the seed industry will get swept up in consolidations. The farm equipment industry? Well, that’s another story. But at the end of the day, it’s who you are buying from that makes the difference. Q: So the inevitable question for Lynn Ketelsen: When are you going to quit or are you having too much fun? Ketelsen: This is still going good. I’m enjoying life. Agriculture is such a dynamic industry I don’t know where and how I could keep meeting such fun and energetic people. I like what I’m doing. v
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Greenway supports children’s education, health opportunities GREENWAY, from pg. 25 “Seemed like a wasted year, but thanks to my Iowa teammates, they stayed on my back. No one quits around here was their message to me,” he said. Then Greenway had two great years with the Hawkeyes and played in the Rose Bowl. “Iowa football really was tremendous,” he said. “But now it’s NFL time. The NFL combine reminds me of going to a cattle sale. You’re now a commodity in the meat locker. Everything is now totally up to you. No one on the sideline is on your back. It’s you against a dozen other studs,” he said. His dream had always been to become a Minnesota Viking. “I remembered what my dad had told me at our high school football banquet. ‘Your dreams are now ahead of you. Don’t ever change that dream. Now only you can be the person you want to be,’” he said.
In the 2006 NFL draft, Greenway was drafted 17th by the Minnesota Vikings. “And I quickly realized, being a Minnesota Viking would be great,” he said. “We love living in Minnesota. I love the sincerity of my fellow Vikings — coaches included.” But he tore an ACL in his first game as a Viking. “Yet that injury turned out to be the best thing. I learned about leadership. I learned consistency is what delivers value. I had a string of 120 games over eight years without missing a game. Early in life I learned from my parents that family vitality is happiness and fulfillment,” he said. He was the Vikings Community Man of the Year in 2011, 2014 and 2015. He was Vikings defensive most valuable player in 2010, 2012 and 2013. He was a two-time Pro Bowl selection and a four-time Walter Payton Man of the Year.
Through his Lead the Way Foundation, he works to enhance education and health opportunities for children. He donated funds to build a new track at his alma mater, Mt. Vernon High School, plus he donated $100,000 to Sanford Hospital in Sioux Falls. He recently served as chairman of the Minneapolis Super Bowl host committee. Greenway would welcome an opportunity to do administrative work in the Minnesota Vikings organization. Family love continues. The Greenways have four daughters. His mom still runs the South Dakota farm and gives a young calf to each grandchild involved in 4-H. Greenway is active with the America Needs Farmers program which has been rekindled with the Iowa football program and Iowa Farm Bureau in recent years. v
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WANTED: Land & farms. I have clients looking for dairy, & cash grain operations, as well as bare land parcels from 40-1000 acres. Both for relocation & investments. If you have even thought about selling contact: Paul Krueger, Farm & Land Specialist, Edina Realty, SW Suburban Office, 14198 Commerce Ave NE, Prior Lake, MN 55372. paulkrueger@edinarealty.com
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FOR SALE: '09 NH BB9060 baler, steerable tandems, crop cutter, HarvesTech applicator, auto greaser, last bale eject, light pkg, 29,000 bales, been thru shop, field ready, 2 cameras, $35,000. 320-510-0468
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FOR SALE: Super B grain dryer, SD375, continuous flow or auto batch, Behlen holding tank, 3750 bu. 507278-4010 FOR SALE:Used grain bins, floors unload systems, stirators, fans & heaters, aeration fans, buying or selling, try me first and also call for very competitive contract rates! Office hours 8am-5pm Monday – Friday Saturday 9am - 12 noon or call 507-697-6133 Ask for Gary
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March 23 • 302.99 ± Ac. Winfield Township, Renville County March 27 • 160 ± Ac. Manyaska Township, Martin County April 3 • 80 ± Ac. Johnsonville Twp., 74.54 ± Ac. Lamberton Twp., 159 ± Ac.+bldg. site Waterbury Twp.,Redwood County April 13 • 153.37 ± Ac. Lime Lake Township, Murray County
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AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: All items have been serviced, are field ready and always shedded. Major equipment begins selling at 11:00 AM. Live online bidding available on major equipment. Registration, terms, & details at SteffesGroup.com. LOCATION: 8855 22nd Avenue SE, Hague, ND.
TRACTORS & LOADER CATERPILLAR TRACKS & WEIGHTS / HIGH LIFT WHEEL LOADER / HEADS / GRAIN CART GPS EQUIPMENT / PLANTER FERTILIZER CART / TILLAGE & ROW CROP EQUIPMENT SKID STEER LOADERS & ATTACHMENTS / PICKUPS GRAIN HANDLING EQUIPMENT FORKLIFT / OTHER EQUIPMENT Steffes Group, Inc. | 2000 Main Ave E, West Fargo, ND | 701.237.9173
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FRANCIS & KELLY KRUMM 701.851.0911 or 701.336.7727 or Brad Olstad at Steffes Group, 701.237.9173 or 701.238.0240
TERMS: All items sold as is where is. Payment of cash or check must be made sale day before removal of items. Statements made auction day take precedence over all advertising. $35 documentation fee applies to all titled vehicles. Titles will be mailed. Canadian buyers need a bank letter of credit to facilitate border transfer.
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Dan, 320.226.3772, Steve, 507.327.8411 or Brad Olstad at Steffes Group, 701.237.9173 or 701.238.0240
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42' Little Giant grain eleva- JD 4255 tractor, QR, 18.4x38 tor PTO, $400/OBO; 32' bale tires, 3 hyd, 2600 hrs on reelevator plus (2) 8' secman motor, $26,750; JD 120 tions, $500/OBO; (4) 16' 20' stalk chopper, exc cond, steel kicker racks $4450; Demco Conquest $1,000/ea/OBO; 3 PT head 1100 gal sprayer, 90' booms, mover, $500,OBO; RB 500 14.9x46 tires, $5750; 2 new grain dryer, $12,000; large 14.9x46 HD sprayer tires, straw bales, $35/ea. 608-539on 10-bolt rims, $2400/pair; 2100 '12 Bobcat S770 skid ldr, 2500 hrs, A/C, 2 spd, 84” FOR SALE: 28' model 104, 3 bucket, $29,500. (320)769rank, fully adjustable, 2756 spring toothed, mounted mulcher, good condition, $1,550; Ag Chem 250 gal JD 7300 12R30 planter, semi mounted, vertical fold, finsaddle tanks w/ universal ger pickup, corn, Kinze mounts, $300. 507-227-3428 bean units; Hardi sprayer, 60' boom, tall tires, flush & 320 JD skid loader, 200 hrs. rinse foam markers. 320on new crate eng & tires, 583-6967 cab, $13,000. 715-572-5678 MF 285 with loader, Batco 45' conveyor, 5000lb Cat FOR SALE: JD 370 flail forklift, 6"x51' electric mower, 3pt, Cat I, 540 PTO, auger, 2000-18000 grain nice, $1800; Int'l 133 4R30” bins, 25' Wilrich digger, 28" cultivator, shields, extra fan & burner. 320-760-1634 shanks, $600. (507)847-2710
TRACK & 4WD TRACTORS ( 4 ) / MFWD & 2WD TRACTORS ( 11 ) / COMBINES ( 5 ) / GRAIN CART HEADS (9) / PLANTERS (5) / DRILL / DISC RIPPERS (6) OTHER TILLAGE / SELF-PROPELLED SPRAYER SKID STEER LOADERS ( 2 ) / HAY & OTHER EQUIPMENT UTV / LAWN MOWERS (14) & UTILITY TRACTOR / PARTS
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FOR SALE: Westfield auger, '12 JD 7330 premium MFWD FOR SALE: Int'l 510 12' 10”x51', PTO, $2,900. Westtractor, 6200 hrs, PQ, 3 grain drill, w/ grass attachfield 8”x61', EMD, 10HP, hyds, new 18.4x42 Firestone ment & press wheels; 1600 $2,500. Feterl 10”x60', PTO, tires, $49,500; JD 7000 8x30 gal heavy duty poly tank; $1,750. 320-333-2177 planter, liq fert, Yetter JD 3710 6 bottom pull type trash whipper, $3,750; JD plow. All good condition. 435 4'x6' round baler w/ 507-766-5032 kicker whls, $3,900; JD 1010 24' 3pt field cult, $1,850; Su- Front & rear JD weights. denga 13' brush auger for Used steel roofing Elston gravity box, like new, $650; Gopher Getter. 508 White 18.4x42 & 18.4x46 10 bolt duplow. MN 3070 utility trailals, $950 & up. 320-769-2756 er. 651-258-4217
AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: All main equipment stored inside with an excellent maintenance program in place. Major equipment begins selling at 11:00 AM. Live online bidding available on major equipment. Registration, terms, & details at SteffesGroup.com. LOCATION: From west edge of Devils Lake, ND to mile marker 261 on Hwy. 2, 1-3/4 miles north on 75th Ave NE, 3/4 mile west.
TRACTORS / GPS EQUIPMENT / HARVEST EQUIPMENT / GRAIN CART AIR SEEDER / TILLAGE EQUIPMENT / SEMI TRACTORS / HOPPER BOTTOM TRAILERS & BINS / TRUCKS / SPRAYER / GRAIN HANDLING EQUIPMENT & OTHER EQUIPMENT
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151 acres of prime farm land in Fillmore County York Township Section 27. Well tiled CPI 84 and all tillable. If you are in the market for an addition to your present operation or just looking for a great piece of land, you will want to look at this one. This kind of land doesn’t come on the market often.
Land is available to farm the 2018 season.
DIRECTIONS: TAKE #5 SOUTH OF #44 1-1/4 MILE, ON EAST SIDE OF RD. SOUTH SIDE OF 120TH ST, EAST SIDE OF #5. TERMS: $50,000 DAY OF SALE. NON-REFUNDABLE, NON-CONTINGENT, BALANCE DUE MAY 14 CLOSING, 6% BUYER PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO HIGH BID TO EQUAL FULL PURCHASE PRICE.
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GARY FAGERLUND 701.230.2541 cell, 701.393.4408 home or Brad Olstad at Steffes Group, 701.237.9173 or 701.238.0240
TERMS: All items sold as is where is. Payment of cash or check must be made sale day before removal of items. Statements made auction day take precedence over all advertising. $35 documentation fee applies to all titled vehicles. Titles will be mailed. Canadian buyers need a bank letter of credit to facilitate border transfer.
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NH 8260 115HP CAH, FOR SALE: 8300 JD, MFD, FOR SALE: 45' Great Plains 2006 GREAT PLAINS 36 Ft MFWD, 18spd, PS, reverser 3400 hrs, duals, front wgts, solid stand drill, 7.5” spacDiscovator/Finisher w/ 5 3 hyds, 3 PTOs. 507-639-5070 ing. Marietta, MN (320)226trans, 11,500 hours, Bar Drag (Long Teeth) Dbl $22,500/OBO or trade. 3203837 F. Real Good. MANDAKO WANTED: 4630 JD w/bad 543-3523 40 Ft HD Land Roller Like motor otherwise in good JD 7000 Corn Planter 2R, 3pt, $1,800. Fert Avail. New. 319-347-2349 shape or IF you need a Retirement Sale: Trac$300/Row. 715-234-1993 good motor for a 4630 JD. tors: 180 Allis w/ ldr, '82 Call (715)235-9272 or (715) JD 4440, '01 JD 8310 w/ 308-2164 triples & guidance system, Case 440 w/ triples. White 2-70 diesel tractor, very good condition, $5,500, Trucks: '72 Ford 700, '74 w/implements.(608)712-6029 GMC w/ a Convey-All grain fert tender, 575 Harvesting Equip 037 United Farm Tool grain cart. Other Equip: 37' Case IH chisel plow, '83 FOR SALE: Super B 185 const tinuous flow dryer w/ Cal-CBig Red grain dryer u-Dri, $8,000. 320-510-0468 model 4FS12 240 BPH, Scott County Fair Grounds, Jordan, MN JD model 7300 12R 038 planter, 90' Ultimate Planting Equip Farm • ConstruCtion • atVs • trailers • VehiCles sprayer, 42' JD model 960 cult, 42' John Blue N FOR SALE: JD 1780 front live simulcast • No HouseHold! fold Max Emerge Plus applicator, 235 8T Unver31R15”, corn & bean units, Great rates • no Buyer’s Premium on site ferth wagon, '97 24R H&S liq fertilizer, shedded, field band sprayer. 218-437Call for details... Jim: 507-351-1885 • Erika: 952-201-0874 ready. 507-278-4010 8120 Well kept up maintenance & shedded. For FOR SALE: JD 7200 12R30 Jeff: 612-490-2387 • Sam: 612-598-7775 more info please call. planter, hyd wings, moniYou may bring your items march 17 & 18 from 8am-5pm; march 24tor, trash whippers, seed 29, 8am-5pm, & march 30 from 8am-noon. loaders will be available. firmers, new bearings, RETIRING RETIRING if you want your item to be considered to be sold on Proxibid, it must chains and sprockets. 320A. L. BUSEMAN Industries be delivered by 5 pm Wednesday, march 28. it is the discretion of the 815-3495 Closing The Doors Soon! auction company if it will be offered online. Must have title and/or HYDRAULIC FLAT FOLD 20% DISCOUNT lien release when delivering consigned titled items. MARKERS. Will fit anyOn All Parts On Hand thing, $3,500. Ray's Mawww.midwestauctions.com/ediger for updated list & pics. Lots of Parts For chine Shop, call or text 712Great Plains, Kent, 297-7951 120 DAY SPECIAL
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'07 8130 JD MFD, 540 foward/1000 PTO, buddy seat, auto steer 2600/3000, $67,000. 715-572-1234 Case IH 7210 MFWD, Duals 7100 hrs, very nice shape, from retiring farmer, $34,500. 815-988-2074 FOR SALE: '13 315 Magnum, 546 hr, orig owner, Michelin duals, allaround 95%, 700 monitor, big pump, susp cab, rockbox, leather, HD drawbar, looks brand new. (507)208-0031 FOR SALE: '73 AC 200, cab; '63 AC D-19, LP; AC 190XT, 3.130 rear tires, parade ready; Wheatland; AC 170, gas. (612)616-7644 FOR SALE: '96 CIH 9350, 4WD, 6944 hrs., M11 Cumming eng, 4 hyd, 12spd, 3 rev manual trans, 20.8x42 tires w/duals, LED lights, no PTO, no 3pt hitch, good cond, stored inside, $30,000. (320)905-5265 FOR SALE: 186 Hydro, 2600 actual hrs. 507-732-4415 NEW AND USED TRACTOR PARTS JD 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 55, 50 Series & newer tractors, AC-all models, Large Inventory, We ship! Mark Heitman Tractor Salvage 715-673-4829
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Hay Auction Tuesday, April 10th, 2018 - 3 pm 55780 St Hwy 19, Winthrop, MN 1/4 mile west of Hwys 19 & 15 Intersection Mages Land & Auction Service will be hosting a hay consignment auction the second Tuesday of every month at 3 pm. Small or big squares and big rounds, all types and kinds of straw, hay & grass. Sellers are responsible for testing if they wish to. Bring your trailers! No Buyer’s Premium!
Auctioneers: Matt Mages 507-276-7002, Lic. 08-17-003 & Ryan Froehlich 507-380-9256 magesland.com
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nice TopAir 1100 FOR SALE: '02 JD 980 field FOR SALE: '13 Case IH 200 FOR SALE: IH 490 disc, 21', All kinds of New & Used WANTED: Tractors, running FOR SALE: 5000 gallon Ace Very 37.5' field cultivator, w/2 19” blades, used on 80-acre or not running, salvage, reRoto-Mold Vertical tank w/ sprayer w/1100 gal tank, 200 cultivator, 38.5' w/ hitch, farm equipment – disc chisbar harrow, rolling baskets, farm, no rocks, always pairables, prefer John 5HP Briggs & Strtton pump gal rinse tank, handwash excellent condition, $18,000. els, field cults, planters, exc cond. (320)522-1637 shedded, $4,200 cash. (320) Deere, will consider others, & valve, $2,600. 507-327-1948 tank, 60' boom w/hyd fold, 320-333-2177 soil finishers, cornheads, 983-2593 1990 & older, must be reanew Raven 440 monitor feed mills, discs, balers, Thank you for reading sonably priced. Call anyw/new elect valves, hyd haybines, etc. 507-438-9782 Organic Farm type IHC #461 time. (507)317-6760 driven pump, wide tires in THE LAND! 4-38" row front mounted WANTED: Case DC tractor good shape, field ready, cultivator. Factory "Blind FOR SALE: Hardi sprayer, for grinding feed. 320-304- Spraying Equip $7,800. (507)380-6001 041 cultivation" crop row 1100 gal, 100' booms, rinse 0462 or 320-589-1908 shields gauge wheels. Fast tank, diaphragm pump, all FOR SALE: '95 53' Mono van hitch rear. Mint! 300-560 WANTED: Good grinder 042 controls; water truck, 28' Wanted trailer w/ sliding tandems, tractors. 715-247-3245 mixer. 715-377-2655 van body water trailer, wa(3) 1500 gal tanks, 30 gal ter tanks, pumps, chemical WANTED: Case IH 7240, mixing cone, 5HP Briggs & tanks; Int'l 300 Farmall Stratton pump w/ hose & 7250 or 8940, 8950. Must tractor. All in good condivalve, 2 side doors, $5,300. have low hrs and excellent tion. 507-227-0213 507-327-1948 condition. (952)356-7796
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AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Major equipment begins selling at 11:00 AM. Live online bidding available on major equipment. Registration, terms, & details at SteffesGroup.com. DIRECTIONS: From Martin, ND, 5 miles south on 22nd Ave. NE, .8 mile west on 24th St. NE.
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DAVID D. & JUDY A. FRUEH CHARITABLE REMAINDER UNITRUST David, 701.693.5949 or Justin Ruth at Steffes Group, 701.237.9173 or 701.630.5583 TERMS: All items sold as is where is. Payment of cash or check must be made sale day before removal of items. Statements made auction day take precedence over all advertising. $35 documentation fee applies to all titled vehicles. Titles will be mailed. Canadian buyers need a bank letter of credit to facilitate border transfer.
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WANTED TO BUY: Dam- Fertilizer Equip: S/S 1650 gal WANTED TO BUY: Dairy aged corn, soybeans & oth4 whl nurse caddy, $1,750; heifers and cows. 320-235er grains. Call Schwieger S/S Adams 5T dry spread2664 er, $1,950; John Blue LM Cattle LLC. (507)236-5181 4955s grd dr pump w/ drive 056 Like New, $895; Hutch En- Cattle Wheat straw 3x4x8 tops & terprises 40' 15 shank applibtms, dried out, tops cator, $3,995; John Blue 28 registered pure bred black caramelled, exc feed & bed4455 grd drive pump, $3995; Angus cows and heifers. ding when ground. $55/ton st 9”x48” Kelborg duals 90%+ Dan at 715-559-2989 del. Also lg rnds 1 grass & st w/ JD 9 bolt hubs, $995. 5071 alfalfa, $90-$115/ton del. 381-6719 Tim 320-221-2085 FOR SALE OR LEASE REGISTERED BLACK ANGUS Bulls, 2 year old & Poultry 053 Fertilizer & Chem 051 yearlings; bred heifers, calving ease, club calves & balance performance. Al BIO-CALCIUM (this is larg- WANTED: Rouen ducks, 1 drake, 3 hens; wild turkeys, sired. In herd improvement er font and bold if possible) 1 hen, 1 tom; Siamese cats. program. J.W. Riverview When Bio Liquid Calcium is James (507)237-5251 Angus Farm Glencoe, MN cheaper and more effective 55336 Conklin Dealer 320tan lime! Let us help fix 864-4625 PH and Hardpan problems! Livestock 054 Also Avail. Organic certified Product Missed liming FOR SALE: 4 yr old Red Anlast fall, you are not out! gus bull, 3 yr old Black AnFOR SALE: Black Angus Apply Calcium now! gus bull, calves on site, bulls also Hamp, York, & Fix hard pan. $2,500/each. Mike Korhonen Hamp/Duroc boars & gilts. Call Gary at 715-533-0174 (320)292-2947 320-598-3790
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FOR SALE: Registered Angus bulls, 1-3 yr old, 4-2 yr olds, good quality & size, AI sired, also reg bred heifers due in April. Miller Angus, Kasson, MN (507)6344535 Nice small groups of feeder cattle of both dairy & beef, all healthy & vaccinated & ready to go. 608-214-3798 Reg. Charlois bulls, bred heifers & yearling heifers. Exc. quality. Heifers bred to A.I. calving ease bull. Call 715-556-0677 Registered Texas Longhorn breeding stock, cows, heifers or roping stock, top blood lines. 507-235-3467 WANT TO BUY: Butcher cows, bulls, fats & walkable cripples; also horses, sheep & goats. 320-235-2664
★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Saturday, April 7, 2018 ★ ★ 9:30 AM ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Can’t attend the auction? Bid live online at proxibid www.proxibid.com/houghton ★ ★ www.houghtonauctions.com ★ ★ Roger & Ruth Ann Bothe ★ ★ 8180 65th St. S., Cottage Grove, MN ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Houghton’s Auction Service
Red Wing, MN
The Bothes have sold their farm and are retiring after many years of farming, therefore they will have a public auction. Location: 8180 65th St. S., Cottage Grove, MN. From Hastings, MN, take Hwy. 61 north to Washington Co. #19 & Innovation Rd. exit, go right (north) on Washington Co. #19 (also Keats Ave.) go three miles at roundabout, take Washington Co. #22 (70th St.) left (west) 1.5 miles, turn right on Inwood Ave, go .5 miles, turn left on 65th St., go 1/4 mile, farm is on the right side of the road.
OUTSTANDING RETIREMENT AUCTION! (5) LOW-HOUR CASE IH & IH TRACTORS, CASE SKID LOADER, CASE IH COMBINE & HEADS, PLANTING & TILLAGE EQUIPMENT, FORD GRAIN TRUCK & BRENT WAGONS, TOOLS, FARM RELATED
EXCELLENT LOW-HOUR, WELL-CARED FOR CASE IH TRACTORS Case IH 8920 MFWD, 2,962 act. second owner hrs., cab, 3-pt. 3 hyd. dual PTO, 18.4Rx42 axle mnt duals, Roger bought this tractor with 500 hrs., very very nice - Case IH 125 Maxxum, 2 WD, cab, 621 act. one owner hrs., left hand reverser, 3-pt. dual hyd, PTO, 18.4Rx38, tractor is like new - Case IH MX110 Maxxum, 2 WD cab, 2,663 act. one-owner hrs., 3-pt. dual hyd. PTO, 18.4Rx38, very nice tractor - Tractor quick hitch - Int 756 gas, fast hitch, hyd., PTO, w/Int. 2000 hyd. loader, 2 buckets - Int. 450 WF, 15.5x38 no ta. VERY NICE INT'L COMBINE & HEADS Case IH 1640, 2,800 act. second owner hrs. spreader, 24.5x32 very nice - Case IH 1020, 20 ft. platform - Case IH 1044, 4R corn head. DRYER & GRAIN BINS, POLE BUILDING (The following must be removed from farm by July 1, 2018) Gilmore Tatge 580, 500 bushel batch dryer, 540 & 1000 PTO, new main auger - Chicago Eastern 9,000 bushel bin - Columbia 6,800 bushel bin - 5,200 bushel bin - Coop 3,300 bushel bin - Coop 3,000 bushel bin w/drying floor - 36' x 45' Metal pole shed - 30' x 60' Metal pole shed - 40' x 60' Quasant shed.
LIKE-NEW, LOW-HOUR CASE SKID LOADER New Holland TM140 MFWD, cab, 3,780 hrs. w/Koyker 585 hyd. 2012 Case SR175, cab, heat, AC, radio, 129 act. one-owner hrs., hyd. latch, 65" bucket, Absolutely like new - Virning pallet forks. VERY NICE PLANTING & TILLAGE EQUIPMENT Case IH 496, 23 ft. cushion gang disc, hyd., wings - Kent Series IV, 23 ft. field cult. walking tandems, hyd wings, 3-bar harrow - 2012 Landoll 2110, 9-shank disc chisel, rolling basket, like new - JD 1750 Max Emerge XP, 4R36" planter, dry fert., trash whippers, very nice - Tye 13 ft. mnt. drill, grass seeder, rubber press wheels - Brillion X Series 25 ft. hyd. Cultipacker, like new - Int. 410, 5x18s plow, auto resets - Miller Pro 500 gal. sprayer, 45' booms, PTO pump - JD 400, 15 ft. rotary hoe. HAYING EQUIPMENT & FARM MACHINERY 2011 NH 7450 13'9" discbine, nice - Vermeer 5 ft., 3-pt. discbine H&S AR1261, 10-wheel rake, hyd. cart - NH 654 round baler - (3) 9' x 16' metal bale wagons - (3) 8' x 16' wooden flat wagons - Brillion 12 ft. stalk chopper - Dual 400 manure spreader - Lindsey 3-pt. rock picker - Dakon hyd. rock picker - Katolight 10KW generator on trl. - Lorentz 7.5 ft., 3-pt. dual stage snowblower, hyd. spout - Buhler Farm King 60, 60" 3-pt. back blade - Minnesota 7' x 14' barge box, hoist - 6' x 12' barge box, hoist - 2-pt. Back blade - 240 Gal. SS tank on sprayer frame. RIDING MOWER, FUEL BARRELS, TOOLS, RELATED ITEMS Country Clipper Charger zero-turn 60" deck, 269 hrs., 25 hp. bagger - 500 gal fuel barrel w/Gas Boy pump. - 100 Gal. PU fuel tank w/hand pump - Spirit 40 hp. out board motor - 1,200 Gal. poly tank - 200 Gal. poly tank - Transfer pump, 3-hp. - Wheel weights - Wire Cattle panels - Lumber - Fisher wood-burning stove - 20 Gal. Fimco ATV sprayer - Sanborn air compressor - Dura Craft drill press - Tool box - Assrt. of hand & power tools - Shop hardware - Fence post Platform scale - Plus more related items. FORD TANDEM TRUCK, LIKE-NEW BRENT GRAVITY WAGONS & AUGERS Buhler Farm King 1060, 10" x 60' auger, swing hopper - Flow Ez gravity wagon, Ez Trail 872W gear, hyd. fert. auger - 1982 Ford 800 tandem, 175,800 act. second owner miles, 429 gas engine, Eaton 5x2 sp., 20 ft. steel box & hoist, 11R 22.5 tires - Brent 544 gravity wagon, roll tarp, lights, brakes, fenders, 425/65R 22.5 tires - Brent 640 gravity wagon, lights, brakes, 445/65R 22.5 tires - Flow Ez gravity wagon, Ez Trail 1074 gear - Feterl 10 ft. jump auger - Feterl screener - Brent 540 gravity wagon, lights, brakes, 425/65R 22.5 tires - Farm King 831, 8" x 31' auger, PTO. AUCTIONEER'S NOTE: Outstanding line of low-hour, low-acre majority one-owner equipment. See you all at the auction. ®
651-764-4285 www.houghtonauctions.com
Todd Houghton, MN Lic. #25-47, WI Lic. #181 Red Wing, MN - 651-764-4285 Brian Sander, Lic. #25-89, Red Wing, MN - 651-301-2344
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Farm Retirement TUESDAY, MARCH 27 | 10AM AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Major equipment begins selling at 10:30 AM. Live online bidding available on
2018
Feed Seed Hay
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major equipment. Registration, terms, & details at SteffesGroup.com. LOCATION: 16460 38th St SE, Mapleton, ND From I-94 Exit 340 (Kindred, ND), 1 mile south, 1/2 mile west, south side.
Tractors / GPS / Harvest Equipment / Grain Cart / Planter Tillage Equipment / Semi Tractors / Trucks Hopper Bottom Trailers / Other Trailers Hopper Bins / Tender & Grain Handling Equipment / Scraper Other Equipment Radios / ATV & Lawn/Garden / Shop Equipment / Tanks / Parts Steffes Group, Inc. | 2000 Main Ave E, West Fargo, ND | 701.237.9173
SteffesGroup.com JIM & ANNE HAGENSEN
Brad Olstad ND319
For info contact Brad Olstad at Steffes Group, 701.237.9173 or 701.238.0240 TERMS: All items sold as is where is. Payment of cash or check must be made sale day before removal of items. Statements made auction day take precedence over all advertising. $35 documentation fee applies to all titled vehicles. Titles will be mailed. Canadian buyers need a bank letter of credit to facilitate border transfer.
Estate & Farm Retirement THURSDAY, MARCH 29 | 10AM
2018
THE LAND — MARCH 23/MARCH 30, 2018
AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Major equipment begins selling at 10:00 AM. Live online bidding available on major equipment. Registration, terms, & details at SteffesGroup.com. LOCATION: 2681 State Hwy 210, Breckenridge, MN.
(4) Track Tractors
(5) MFWD & 2WD
LARGE FARM AUCTION INCLUDES: GPS, Heads & Trailers,
(2) 8230 Combines
Planters, Grain Carts, Soybean Drill & Air Seeder, Chisel Plows, Semis, Trucks & Pickups, Trailers (Hopper Bottom, Flat Floor Grain, Detach, Implement, Flatbed, Live Bottom, Side Dump, Belly Dump, End Dump, & Others), Sprayers & Spreader, Sugarbeet & Row Crop Equip., Tiling Equipment, Construction, Grader, & More!!
Steffes Group, Inc. | 2000 Main Ave E, West Fargo, ND | 701.237.9173
SteffesGroup.com Brad Olstad MN14-70
MARK YAGGIE ESTATE / DAVID YAGGIE FARM RETIREMENT David Dietz, PR, 701.361.7846 Brad Olstad at Steffes, 701.237.9173 or 701.238.0240; Tadd Skaurud at Steffes, 701.237.9173 or 701.729.3644
TERMS: All items sold as is where is. Payment of cash or check must be made sale day before removal of items. Statements made auction day take precedence over all advertising. $35 documentation fee applies to all titled vehicles. Titles will be mailed. Canadian buyers need a bank letter of credit to facilitate border transfer.
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Very clean Farm machinery estate auction MATT MARING
CO. In order to help settle the Lyndon Kunkel Estate, there will be a public auction on all equipment listed. AUCTION LOCATION: 18581 552 Ave., Good Thunder, MN 56037 (From Good Thunder, north on Old Hwy. 66 to 190th Street West to Rapidan, In Rapidan, go straight south on 552nd Avenue, 1 mile.) From East side of Mankato, MN, off of Hwy. 14, take MN. Hwy. 22 south, to Co. Rd. 90 west, on Co. Rd. 9 to Old Hwy. 66, go south on Old Hwy. 55 to 190th Street West to Rapidan, then south on 552nd Ave.
Saturday, April 7, 2018
9:30 A.M.
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No small items - oNly oNe hour auctioN CIH 9370 Quad TraC- 7120 MFWd - IH 1086 W/Loader - KInze 3600 PLanTer - roGaTer 854 CroP SPrayer - CIH 1688 - draGo 6r CHoPPInG Head - CIH 1020 BH - dMI TIGer MaTe II CIH 870 rIPPer - exCeLLenT GraIn TruCKS - reSTored CoLLeCTor TraCTor
cih 9370 Quad trac- 7120 mFWd - ih 1086 W/loader 1998 Case IH 9370 Quad Trac, Power Shift N14 Cummins, tracks at 75%, 5,497 hours, 4-hyd., clean, well-cared for tractor, SN:0071269 Set of Case IH front weights; 1988 Case IH 7120 MFWD, 7,054 hours, 18.-4R42 axle duals 70%, 3 hyd., 540/1000 PTO, SN:6258, clean tractor Rock box; IHC 1086 2WD, 6,226 hours, good TA, 3-pt., 540/1000 PTO, 2 hyd., 18-4R38 axle duals 70%, selling with Koyker K5 loader w/7’ bucket KiNze 3600 PlaNter 12r30” or 25r15” - rogator 854 selFProPelled croP sPrayer - Poly taNKs & PumPs 2001 Kinze 3600 planter, twin row 12R30” or 25R15”, liquid fert., (4) 100 gal. poly tanks, KPM2 Monitor, corn & bean units, very good planter, SN:614403; Chemical inductor; 5 HP transfer pump; Set (12) row cleaner kits for Kinze 3600 plante; 1998 Ag-Chem Rogator 854 self-propelled crop sprayer, 750 gal. tank, 80’ stainless steel booms, triple nozzle system, 14-9-R46 tires 80%, Cummins diesel, 4,824 hours, radar, Raven 440 Monitor with GPS, SN: 8522397, very clean sprayer; (2) 1500-1300 Gal. poly tanks case ih ecolo-tiger 730 B riPPer W/lead shaNKs case ih tiger mate ii 38.5’ Field cult. - other related eQuiPmeNt 2001 Case IH Tiger-Mate II field cult., 38.5’ good sweeps, gauge wheels, 4-bar harrow, SN:0009843; 2004 Case IH Ecolo-Tiger 730B Ripper, lead shanks, double disk front flex gangs, rear disc levelers, low-acre, clean unit, SN:0024142, 22.5 big single tires; IHC 720 plow, 5x18s, auto resets, 3-pt.; Glenco 11.5’ cult. w/2-bar harrow
THE LAND — MARCH 23/MARCH 30, 2018
case ih 1688 comBiNe drago series ii choPPiNg head 6r30” cih 1020 BeaN head 1993 Case IH 1688 combine, 5,146 hours, 800-65R32 tires 80%, chopper, spreader, bin topper, rock trap, very clean, many new parts, SN:119563; 2013 Drago 630 Series II chopping corn head, (4) stalk stompers, insight header height, SN:278113; Case IH 1020 bean head, 20’, 3” cut; Ag Leader EII display and globe; CIH (3) grain tester 1984 gmc Brigedier diesel graiN trucK 1975 c90 cheVy graiN trucK 1969 cheVy c50 graiN trucK 1975 Chevy C90 twin screw with air lift pusher axle, Detroit diesel 15 sp., air brakes w/Reiten all alum. grain box 20’, hoist, good rubber 22.5, clean truck, roll tarp, 203,714 miles; 1984 GMC Brigedier truck, Detroit diesel, 8-speed, air brakes, 11.00-20 tires, twin screw w/20’ alum. box & hoist, roll tarp; 1969 Chevy C50 single axle grain truck, V8 gas, 4x2 sp., good rubber, 16’ wood box & hoist restored JohN deere 720 diesel W/PoNy start - restored JohN deere 70 WheatlaNd diesel - oaK 16’ Parade WagoN With rear stePs John Deere 720 diesel, pony start, 3-pt., 2 hyd., power steering, new 15.5-38, air stack, very sharp, SN:7223076, wide front, totally restored; John Deere 70 diesel pony start Wheatland, air stack, PTO, 1 hyd., 16-9-30 tires, restored, SN:7022699; Shop built 16’ flat rack varnished oak parade or hay ride wagon w/JD running gear, rear steps other good machiNery Westfield WR80-31 auger, 5 hp. motor, like new; Kewanee 178 3-pt., rear blade; 3-Pt. poly spray tank, 200 gal. w/10’ booms, wand; 3-Pt., forklift, 2-stage, 48” forks; John Deere 709 3-pt. rotary mower, 7’; Flow EZ 300 gravity box on 10-ton gear; Red Devil Model 96640 2-stage double auger snow blower, 540 PTO, 3-pt., hyd. spout
sPecial Note: All major machinery was bought and serviced at Arnold’s in Mankato - 507-387-5515 terms: Cash check, all major credit cards. All items paid for in full on auction day. All sales final. All sales selling in as-is, where-is condition. No warranties or guarantees expressed or implied. Photo ID required. For more iNFormatioN, call eric KuNKel (soN) - 507-317-2960 Live & Online Bidding at www.proxibid.com/maringauction
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Lyndon Kunkel Estate We Sell the Earth & Everything On It.
MATT MARING AUCTION CO. INC. PO Box 37, Kenyon, MN 55946 507-789-5421 • 800-801-4502
Matt Maring, Lic. #25-28 • 507-951-8354 Kevin Maring, Lic. #25-70 • 507-271-6280 Adam Engen, Lic. #25-93 • 507-213-0647 Gerry Webster
Cleaning out your attic or shed? Put a classified ad in Classifieds work! 507-345-4523 • 800-657-4665
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Court Ordered Land & Farm Equipment
Grant County, Wisconsin
2,050± Acres WED., MARCH 28, 2018 AT 10AM
Inspection Date: Wednesday, March 21 from 5-6PM
Auction Location: Grant County Fairgrounds, Youth & Agricultural Center, 916 East Elm Street (County Road A), Lancaster, WI 53813 Auctioneer’s Note: Court ordered auction to include multiple tracts. Tracts to include farmland, cattle feedlot, hog facility, farmsteads, and hunting land.
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Red Wing, MN
After 43 years of serving southern Minnesota as a New Holland and JCB dealership, Brian has decided to retire and will have a complete dispersal auction of his dealership. LOCATION: Groth Implement, 850 3rd Ave. S., Wanamingo, MN.
JCB WHEEL LOADER, JCB EXCAVATOR, JCB BACKHOE, SKID LOADERS, NEW & USED ATTACHMENTS 2016 JCB 409 wheel loader, cab, AC, heat, radio, 25 hrs. hyd. coupler, aux hyd., like new - 2015 JCB 8035 ZTS, mini excavator, cab, AC, heat, 71 hrs. rubber tracks, blade, hyd. thumb - 2016 New JCB 3CX Eco Super Backhoe, cab, AC, heat, air seat, radio, less then 10 hrs., 4x4, Extena Hoe, 24" backhoe bu c k e t , Absolutly like new - JCB 260, cab, AC, heat, radio, 90 hrs. hyd. latch, 2 sp. - JCB 175, cab, AC, heat, radio, 1,400 hrs. hyd. latch, air suspension seat, 2 sp. - 2013 NH L223, cab, AC, heat, radio, 1,850 hrs. hyd. latch, 2 sp. - 2010 NH L160, cab, AC, heat, 3,500 hrs. - Yanmar engine out of JD skid loader, approx. 1,500 hrs. - New JCB 6 ft. hyd. blade - New JCB hyd. post hole auger - JCB 205 cab, AC, heat, 62 hrs., hyd. latch, 2-sp. - (3) New CID 6 ft. skid loader rotary mowers - New MDS 14' snow pusher - New Roto King RK500 round bale processor - New MDS 2 yd bucket - Mew Bradco 2.25 yd. bucket - New JCB hyd. grapple - New JCB 3 yd. bucket Large assrt. of new Virning, MDS, JCB buckets, pallet forks, bale spears, hyd. grapples - New Virning 84" hyd. broom - New Equip All Q860 grapple hoe - Universal skid loader mnt. plate - Several used skid loader buckets. DYNO & SHOP EQUIPMENT, HOIST & INVENTORY AW Tru Test Dynomo Meter, 2 PTOs, digital print out, like new Snap-On Eco134 AC recover - Snap-On computer smart battery charger - Slimage starter & alt. tester - Snap-On battery charger - OTC 55-ton shop press - Eagle 20,000 lb. 4-post extra long hoist - 50-Ton hyd. press - OTC cherry picker - Eagle equipment tire changer (like new) - Miller Matic 250 wire feed welder - Lanmar MX200 waste oil heater & tank - Alkota Xtreme 3202X hot water elect pressure washer - Alkota 3201P hot water elect. pressure washer - Campbell Hausfeld upright 60 gal. 7-hp. air compressor Gates PC 707 hyd. hose machine & dies - New hose & fittings - Parts washer - Tool cabinet - Snap-On hand tools; wrenches, sockets Pallet jack - Air jacks - Hyd. floor jacks - Craftsman commercial drill press - Chains & binders - Porta powers - HD grinders - Anvil Shop benches - Shelfing - Air hose reel - New Holland & Ford service ®
manuals - Hand power & hand tools - Bolt bins w/new hardware - Splitting stand - Chain hoist - Pullers - Arc welder - New inventory includes; tires & rims - NH chains - Net wrap 48" to 62" - 7200 twine - Gates belts - Seats - Oil - Batteries - NH tools - New chemicals & paints - Weisler PTO parts - Store shelves - Floor safe 41/2' high x 3' wide - Plus more related items. FORD F550 ROLLBACK TRUCK, PICKUPS, CAT FORKLIFTS 2008 Ford F550 XL Super Duty, 19,132 act. one-owner miles, dually, V10 6.8L, 5 sp. w/Century 17 ft. Alum roll back bed, winch, tool box, like new, very nice truck - 2009 Toyota Tundra 4x4, 78,400 act. one-owner miles, V8 treg cab - 2008 Toyota Tacoma auto, 2wd, 141,000 oneowner miles - 1998 Cat DP45K-D dsl. 548 act. one-owner hrs. 10,000 lb. lift, 3-stage mast, wide carraige, side shift, 60" forks, dual wheels, absolutly like new - Cat 100 dsl. 1,655 act. one-owner hrs. 10,000 lb. lift, 3-stage mast, side shift, 60" forks, dual wheels, absolutely like new. KRAUSE EXCELERATER & NEW HOLLAND CHOPPING, HAYING & LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT 2012 Krause Excelerator 8000, 25 ft. Vert. tillage, rolling basket, rolling knives - 2011 NH FP230 chopper, Metal Alert III, w/NH 27P, 7 ft. hay head - 2005 NH FP230 chopper, tandem, processor, Metal Alert III, w/NH 27P, 7 ft. heay head - New 2015 NH 824, 2R corn head - 2013 JD 3R corn head (green, like new) - 2015 NH 313 discbine - 2008 NH 1411 discbine 2006 NH 1431 discbine - 2014 NH HT152, 10-wheel rake, hyd. cart - (2) New 2015 NH 560 Roll Belt, round balers, specialty crop, net wrap - 2005 NH BR740 round baler, auto wrap, 3,500 bales - NH BR780 round baler, net wrap - NH 660 round baler, net wrap - 2008 NH 185 tandem manure spreader, hyd. end gate - 2008 NH 155 manure spreader, hyd. end gate. NEW HOLLAND BOOMER COMPACT TRACTOR, JCB UTV, NEW HOLLAND FRONT MOUNT MOWER & 3-PT. ATTACHMENTS 2014 NH G6030 dsl. 4x4, 75 hrs. 72" frt. mnt. mower deck - 2011 NH Boomer 8N dsl. MFWD, 140 hrs., hydro, 3pt. hyd, PTO - NH 7CBH, 72" frt. blade boomer mnt. (new) - NH 72CO, 72" frt. mnt. broom (new) - NH 74CSR, 5 ft. 3-pt. snowblower (new) - NH frt. blade & NH frt. mnt snowblower (fits boomer tractors, new in the crate) - NH 72" 3-pt. 2-stage snowblower - SB Select 7 ft. snowblower, double auger, hyd. spout - NH 410GM, 3 5 ft. sect. finish mower, like new - 2011 NH 320GM, 6 ft. 3-pt. finish mower (new) - 2011 NH 310GM, 5 ft. 3-pt. finish mower (new) - Rhino 5 ft. 3-pt. back blade (new). AUCTIONEER'S NOTE: Make your plans to attend this great auction, which offers quality equipment from start to finish. TERMS: Cash, check, major credit cards.
651-764-4285 www.houghtonauctions.com
Todd Houghton, MN Lic. #25-47, WI Lic. #181 Red Wing, MN - 651-764-4285 Brian Sander, 25-89, Red Wing, MN 651-301-2344
Tract 1—78.70± Acres: South Lancaster Twp. Tract 2—78.70± Acres: South Lancaster Twp. Tract 3—9± Acres: South Lancaster Township, Brick 3 bedroom Home, 40x60 Steel Machine Shed, 30’ Steel Bin Tract 4—133.51± Acres: South Lancaster & Potosi Townships, 20x40 Harvestore Tract 5—102.80± Acres: Ellenboro, Harrison, & Potosi Townships Tract 6—70± Acres Feed lot with 1,000 Head Capacity: South Lancaster Townships, 2 Story 4 bedroom home, 100x456 Open Front Cattle Shed, 24x60 (4 bay) Commodity Shed, 60x70 Shed, 24x108 Shed, 6 Bulk Bins, Semi Load out Dock, 20x50 Harvestore, 3 Bunker Silos, Structure Height Restriction of 100’ Max Tract 7—31.00± Acres: South Lancaster Townships Tract 8—73.36± Acres: Ellenboro Township Tract 9—76.32± Acres: Harrison Township
Tract 10—67.35± Acres: Potosi Township Tract 11—103.94± Acres: Potosi Township, 40x80 Machine Shed Tract 12—62.06± Acres: Potosi Township Tract 13—144± Acres: Potosi Township Tract 14—100.30± Acres: Potosi Township Tract 15—78.87± Acres: Potosi Township, Open Front Shed & 27’ 8,000 Bushel Bin Tract 16—78.90± Acres: South Lancaster Twp. Tract 17—121.10± Acres: South Lancaster Twp. Tract 18—40± Acres: Potosi Township, Hog Facility: 4 Barns 42’ x 204’, 16 Bulk Feed Bins Tract 19—113.12± Acres: Potosi Township Tract 20—111.83± Acres: Potosi Township Tract 21—93.32± Acres: Beetown Township Tract 22—103.24± Acres: Beetown Township Tract 23—162.78± Acres: Beetown Township
For a detailed Buyer’s Prospectus with complete terms and conditions, contact our office at 320.693.9371 or SteffesGroup.com
FARM EQUIPMENT
TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2018 at 10AM LOCATION: 7405 Henry Rd., Lancaster, WI 53813 TRACTORS, DRILL, AUGERS, PLANTERS, TILLAGE EQUIPMENT, SEMI TRACTORS, BOX TRUCKS, DUMP TRUCKS, SERVICE & FUEL TRUCKS, PICKUPS, HOPPER BOTTOM TRAILERS, LIVE BOTTOM TRAILERS, FLATBED TRAILERS, LIVESTOCK TRAILERS, SELF-PROPELLED SPREADER, RAKES, ROUND BALERS, BALE HANDLING EQUIPMENT, GRAIN CART, FORAGE WAGONS, MANURE HANDLING EQUIPMENT, OTHER LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT, FERTILIZER EQUIPMENT, SEED TENDER, OVER SKID STEER LOADER & ATTACHMENTS, CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT, MOWERS, ATVS, LAWN TRACTORS, SHOP EQUIPMENT, TIRES & TRACKS, MISC. ITEMS
Contact Randy Kath at Steffes Group, 320.693.9371 or 701.429.8894
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Registered Wisconsin Auctioneer, Steffes Group, Inc. 457-53, Randy Kath WI-2789-52, Ashley Huhn WI-2788-52, RE-WI-85831, Integrity Realty EQUIPMENT TERMS: All items sold as is where is. Payment of cash or check must be made sale day before removal of items. Statements made auction day take precedence over all advertising. $35 documentation fee applies to all titled vehicles. Titles will be mailed. LAND TERMS: Ten percent down upon signing purchase agreement, payable by cash or check. Balance due at closing within 45 days. This is a 5% buyer’s fee auction.
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AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Mark & Sandy have decided to relocate their family. As a result, they are offering this wellmaintained line of farm equipment along with over 1,100 acres of farmland! The equipment auction will be on April 2nd followed by the land auction on April 3rd. Major equipment begins selling at 10:30 AM. Live online bidding available on major equipment. Registration, terms, & details at SteffesGroup.com.
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Mark & Sandy have decided to relocate their family. As a result, they are also auctioning their well-maintained line of farm equipment!
LOCATION: 45839 127th Street, Peever, SD 57257. From I-29 Exit 224 (Peever, SD), 2-1/2 miles west.
MARK & SANDY LEISETH Mark, 605.268.4073 or Chris Bair at Steffes Group, 605.271.7730
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Incredible opportunity to purchase a large chunk of land located around the eastern foothills of the Coteau des Prairies south of Sisseton, SD. Most of this land is productive cropland. Some of the tracts offered do have pasture and hay land acres. Additionally, several of the tracts offer major recreational appeal for deer hunting and other outdoor activities!
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1,1 62 acres offered in 10 tracts
Land Located: 8 miles south of Sisseton, SD Auction Location: Peever Community Center 310 Main St, Peever, SD 57257 Mark & Sandra Leiseth, Owners
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5.29 country Building site w/good 5-Bedroom house good sheds - hog Buildings - grain Bins - in section 25, wasioja twp., dodge county, mn, rural dodge center, mn. John deere - ihc Farm tractors - good Farm machinery - tools - Zero-turn lawn mower - excellent Firearms
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The Schergers have leased their cropland and are retiring from farming and moving to town. Auction location: 62636 210th Ave., Dodge Center MN 55927. From Dodge Center, MN, go east on old Hwy. 14 or Co. Rd. 34, 2 miles to Co. Rd. 9 or 210th Ave., North on 210th Ave., first farm on east side.
Saturday, Mar. 31, 2018 9:30 A.M. www.maringauction.com For more photos & video oF real estate, go to www.maringauction.com
5.29 acre Building site - in part oF section 25, wasioJa twp., dodge co. mn - only 1 mile east oF the city oF dodge center - on hard surFace road w/5 Bedroom, 2-story home - nice machine sheds hog Barns - grain Bins - mature trees - Address: 62636 210th Ave., Dodge Center MN - Area: 5.29 acres (just surveyed) - 5-Bedroom, 2-story home w/good basement, 2-baths, central air, 150 amp. electric service, water softener, good shingles, large rooms, cased well, nonconforming septic system, newer insulation, main floor laundry, good house - 52'x96' Machine shed, partial concrete floor, 13'6" doors, 14' side walls - (4) Hog barns with pits and slated floor, approx. 1,000 head finishing hog space - Several steel grain bins - Other good outbuildings - Large lawn w/good, mature trees - Located on blacktop road, only 1.5 miles to the city of Dodge Center, 20 minutes to Rochester, MN TERMS: $10,000 down the day of auction (which is non-refundable if Buyer fails to close). The balance is due and payable in full to the Sellers on or before May 10, 2018, at which time the buyer shall receive a clear and marketable title and possession of said property. All real estate is selling in as-is, where-is condition, with any and all faults. There is no representation from the Seller(s) and any of their agents. All real estate is selling with no contingencies whatsoever. All bidders and buyers must have all of their finances in order prior to auction date. "checK this property out iF you are looKing For a nice country Building site." call For more inFormation 800-801-4502 Firearms & misc. household Ruger M77 bolt , 243 Win. Cal. w/scope; Remington 870 Express, 12 ga., 3" w/extra barrels; New Haven Model 32, 12 ga. single shot; Coast to Coast Model CC660, 12 ga. pump, 2 ¾"; Winchester Model 37, 20 ga. single shot; Savage Model 72, 22 cal.,S,L & LR lever action; Marlin Model 39A, 22 cal., S,L & LR lever action; 1970s 3-pc. Bedroom set; Dining room table with (5) chairs; 4-Drawer dresser Fuel Barrels - tools - misc. (3) Fuel barrels: 1,000 and (2) 500 gal. w/electric pumps; Trail Blazer walk-behind sickle mower; Forney F240 stick welder; 220 Electric cords; Assortment of Reddy heaters; Log chains; (30) Boards of black walnut; Platform scale; Milk cans; Hand & power tools; Steel fence posts; Handyman jack terms on personal property: Cash, check, all credit cards. All sales final. All sales selling as-is, where is. All items purchased must be paid for the day of the auction.
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John deere 5425 mFwd w/loader ihc 5088 - ihc 1586 - ihc 966 Farmall 706 tractors 2008 John Deere 5425 MFWD w/JD 563 loader joystick, open station, 2,470 hours, 540 PTO, 3-pt., 2 hyd., 16.9x30 tires 70%, 12/12 SYNCRO shuttle trans., Norbert is 2nd owner, SN:S440424; John Deere 3-tine bale spear, fits JD loader 3-pt., 2 hyd., 20.8-38 90%, good TA, SN:2660154U016343; IHC 966, cab, 7,303 hours, 18.4x34 w/duals 50%, 3-pt., 540/1000 PTO, 2 hyd., good TA, rock box, SN:2510175U012915; IHC 5088 2WD, cab, air, 7,439 hours, 18.4R38 w/duals 70%, 3-pt., 540-1000 PTO, 3-hyd., 2nd owner, SN:2540002U111458; IHC 1586, cab, 3,267 hours, 1000 PTO; Farmall 706 gas open station, fenders, 8,509 hours, 3-pt., 2 hyd., 540/1000 PTO, good TA, wide front, 16.9x38 60%; (11) IHC suitcase weights onan diesel generator on trailer Onan 207 hp. portable generator, phase select, 3-phase w/Cummins Series 412 diesel engine, 1,617 hours, mounted on 4-wheel running gear
liKe new gravely pro-turn commercial Zeroturn lawn mower Gravely Pro-Turn commercial zero-turn lawn mower, 23 hp., 52" deck, 117 hours, one owner ihc 5100 grain drill - tillage machinery - other good machinery IHC 5100 grain drill, 12'x7" spacings, small grass seeder, press wheels; Wil-Rich 18.5' field cult., w/like-new 3-bar harrow; Case 1800 3pt. chisel plow, (12) shanks, 11'; White 588 plow, 4x20s, 3-pt.; Lorentz 8' double auger snow blower, 3-pt.; 200 Gal crop sprayer, 50' booms, front mount; (4) Kilbros & Dakon 260-350 bushel gravity boxes w/good running gear; (3) Hutchinson grain augers, 8"x52', 6"x52' and 6"x36', all PTO; 3-Pt., 5' rear blade; Lindsay 5-section drag on cart; (3) Auger poly hoppers; 5-Hp. gear reduction on dolly; 250 Gal. chemical dispenser SS; 12'x14' Shed on skid 2012 walinga 6614 grain vac, liKe new nuhn manure tanK other livestocK machinery livestocK related items 2012 Walinga 6614 grain vac, 1000 PTO, (4) sections of flex hose, only a few hours of use (only used on Scherger farm), like new, SN:MT6614DXL1204D12810; Katolight 20 KW portable generator PTO on cart; New Holland 276 baler; New Holland 56 5-bar rake; Hesston 1190 haybine, 9' cut, 540 PTO; Nuhn 2500 manure tank, tandem axle, 21.5-16.1 tires, (3) knife injectors, 1000 PTO, SN:04147; New Holland 717 forage chopper w/5' hay head; (4) good 8'x16' and 8'x14' flat rakes w/gears; Assortment of livestock gates 6'-16'; (3) 5-Bushel SS feeders; 4-Ton bulk feed tank special note: A good auction to attend, something for everyone.
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grass and flowers. The family keeps a mown trail for people to reach the buildings. Stan loved talking about the authentic replicas and his sod cutter. After 16 years of living with Parkinson’s disease, he died in June of 2017. Virginia plans to keep the “Sod House on the Prairie” open for folks to take self-guided tours as a legacy to Stan. There is also a log playhouse Stan built for his children. It sits nearby, so visiting children can explore that, too. “Everything is hands-on,” Virginia said. “Stan didn’t want anything roped off.”
f you’ve ever wondered what it was like for pioneers to live in a sod house on the prairie, you can taste the experience near Sanborn. Stan McCone was intrigued that people built a sod house out of necessity, as his pioneer ancestors had done. Thirty years ago he decided to build a sod house on the acreage where he and his wife Virginia lived. He did his research, visited the Sod House Foundation in Colby, Kan., and converted some items into a sod cutter. “The project almost died for lack of sod,” Virginia said. But a friend had untouched prairie next to a slough, and the summer weather was dry enough that Stan was able to get in and cut sod.
Stan built a 36-foot by 21-foot house with 2-foot thick walls and the couple furnished it with period pieces. An 1886 Monarch cook stove sits on one end; two beds and a fainting couch at the other. A heating stove is in the middle of the oneroom building. Stan then built an “abandoned” dugout — an 18-by-18-foot shelter with a dirt floor, to illustrate the more primitive conditions pioneers first lived in on the prairie. “The hardest and longest project,” Virginia said, “was restoring the prairie.” The houses now sit among tall prairie
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That’s why you can use your imagination and put yourself back on the prairie, even imagine what it would be like to know that you had to live in these conditions and were not just a visitor. If you go away with a bit of knowledge and understanding, the McCones will know that their work has been worthwhile. Sod House on the Prairie is near Sanborn at 12598 Magnolia Avenue, a mile east of Highway 71, a mile south of Highway 14. It is open seasonally with a small admission charge. More information can be found at www.sodhouse.org. v
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