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Cows never seem to ask for much in methane. We can reduce it further.” comparison to what they give. In many It’s good to hear the “devices” are still cases, gone are the days of leisurely grazundergoing tests to determine if they ing in green pastures; yet milk produchave any impact on animal behavior. On tion has never been higher. Sure, cows the other hand, cows aren’t big complainstill get to hang out with their friends; ers. If milk production doesn’t suffer, and but as modern and sophisticated as Cargill stands to make lots of money, the today’s barns tend to be, the view and program may be expanded to regions outatmosphere is hardly bucolic. side of Europe.

LAND MINDS My dad milked cows twice a day; but de Sousa reports Zelp has not demontoday’s bovines routinely give up their strated the effectiveness of the technology

By Paul Malchow precious cargo three times a day, to independent experts. Francisco around the clock. Robots are replacing Norris, CEO of Zelp, said that the human touch, but cows dutifully stand peer-reviewed research will be conin line waiting for their turn to be ducted in the fourth quarter after milked. Today’s dairy animals the product is fully optimized. receive the best nutritional and Will cows still be able to sneeze? I veterinary care; but it’s a young recall many a time being dosed with cows’ world and even the most a healthy portion of cow snot while faithful milkers enjoy a fairly limittending to the animals. It seems ed shelf life. this would dampen the effectiveness On top of it all, cows are being of these masks, but I’m no scientist. blamed for global warming. Cargill n wants them to start wearing masks.

Speaking of scientists, The The news broke on the first day of Journal of Dairy Science stated in Dairy Month: “Cargill will sell cow October of 2020 that removal of masks to catch methane hiccups.” dairy cows from the United States Bloomberg reporter Agnieszka de may reduce essential nutrient supSousa tells us, “Agriculture giant Cargill will start ply with little effect on greenhouse gas. selling methane-absorbing wearable devices for The report says the U.S. dairy industry contributes dairy cows, supporting an experimental technology roughly 1.58 percent of the total U.S. greenhouse gas that can help the industry reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “However,” the report goes on to say, “it emissions.” also supplies the protein requirements of 169 million “This mask-like accessory was developed by the people, calcium requirements of 254 million people, British start-up Zelp Ltd., which claims it can cut and energy requirements of 71.2 million people. methane emissions by more than half,” de Sousa Scientists from Virginia Tech and the U.S. Dairy writes. “Cargill said on Tuesday (June 1) that it Forage Research Center studied the effects of dairy expects to provide these equipment to European product removal on greenhouse gas emissions and dairy farmers in 2022.” nutrient availability in U.S. diets under various de Sousa goes on to say contrary to the misconcep- removal scenarios: depopulation, current managetion that flatulence is the main cause of methane ment (export dairy), and retirement. In depopulaproduction in livestock, about 95 percent of the tion, consumers would stop consuming dairy prodmethane released by cows is expelled through hicucts, resulting in depopulation of the animals. In cups and noses. Zelp’s wearable device is placed current management (export dairy), the cattle manabove the cow’s mouth, a bit like a catalytic convert- agement would remain the same and milk produced er in a car. A set of fans powered by solar recharge- would be used for products other than human food able batteries absorbs hiccups and traps them in a or exported for human consumption. In retirement, chamber with a methane absorption filter. Once the the cattle would be retired to a pasture-based sysfilter is saturated, a chemical reaction converts tem but reduced to numbers that could be supportmethane into carbon dioxide, which is then released. ed by available pastureland.

Sander van Zijderveld, Cargill’s head of marketing “Land use was a focus in all animal removal sceand technology for Ruminant Strategy for Western narios because the assumptions surrounding how to Europe, said that these masks appeal to Cargill use land made available if we remove dairy cattle because they can be combined with other solutions. greatly influence results of the simulations,” said Some food suppliers are testing or have begun to lead investigator Robin R. White, PhD, Department use feed additives to inhibit the microbes in the of Animal and Poultry Science at Virginia Tech. “If stomach of dairy cows to help them reduce the dairy cattle are no longer present in U.S. agriculmethane they produce. ture, we must consider downstream effects such as “The benefit of Zelp is that it can supplement cows handling of pasture and grain land previously used that have received feed additives to reduce methane for producing dairy feed, disposition of byproduct emissions,” he said. “It can still capture the emitted See LAND MINDS, pg. 8

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Pandemic or not, June remains Dairy Month Happy June Dairy Month!

This special month of the year has become part of the American psyche. Successful advertising and promotional campaigns over the years have embedded it into consumer minds. But what is its future?

By Lee I have written columns in the past, warning consumers not to automatically assume they will always find the abundance of their favorite dairy products available in their local grocery store.

Last year, as 2020 was swallowed up

by Covid-19, we experienced shortages of many products, starting with toilet paper, hand sanitizer, and even meat.

Thankfully, dairy products were not among them and remained abundant — in fact, too abundant — as restaurants closed by the thousands and dairy consumption took a hit, sending farm prices on a roller coaster of extreme lows to highs not seen in seven years.

The dairy industry survived the pandemic; though many dairy farmers did not.

Consumption patterns are returning as more restaurants reopen and recover; though thousands didn’t.

We’re not out of the Covid woods yet and we do not Mielke know what lies ahead this year in that regard.

Dairy faces another growing (and, perhaps more daunting) challenge as young millennial consumers in particular weigh the choice of plant-based meats, beverages, and what producers call “butter” and “cheese.”

The dairy industry must address — with facts — the claims these plantbased products make. The industry must deal with assumptions that plant-based means they are better for the environment, better for your body’s health, and are needed to save the planet.

The best defense against the health benefits of the so-called “milks,” starts

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with simply reading the label. Plantbased beverages contain ingredients we can’t even pronounce, let alone swallow.

Last year, the National Milk Producers Federation cited a consumer survey showing that 77 percent thought almond-based drinks had as much or more protein per serving than milk. It doesn’t. Cow’s milk has up to eight times as much protein. But who knows that?

The Federation rightly objects to these products calling themselves by familiar dairy names because doing so gives consumers the illusion that they share the same nutritional value — when they emphatically don’t.

When asked if plant-based “milks” are good for you, even the May 10 New York Times answers, “They can be, but in most cases, they should not be considered a nutritional substitute for dairy;” and says that it depends on which type of plant “milk” you drink.

The Times suggests checking if it’s “fortified” and “How many added sugars it contains and how it fits in to your overall diet.”

The Times warns, “You shouldn’t assume, for instance, that plant milks contain the same nutrients as cow’s milk — even if the drink is white and has the same creamy texture.” The article points out, “Some of the sweetened versions can contain more added sugar than a doughnut.”

The nutritional package cow’s milk and its resulting dairy products offer continues to be supported by science and plenty of health studies. Study the differences. Milk from cows is natural-

ly rich in protein, calcium, potassium and B vitamins, and is often even fortified with vitamins A and D. The plant-based industry is hungry for sales and loves to feed the false idea that dairy was popular in the days of “Leave it to Beaver,” and is in fact dying. National Milk, however, points out per-capita consumption of all dairy is the highest it’s been since the 1950s.

Last but not least, the dairy industry has been and continues to innovatively work to be a sustainable provider of nutritional food products. The development and employment of regenerative agricultural practices, for example, are designed to save and improve soil and even sequester carbon — actually drawing down carbon dioxide from the air.

Animal science, and research and development, has resulted in dairy operations driving innovation with implementation of new, gentler equipment and regenerative practices even on the cows that farmers have in their care. Cow manure on many of the larger operations goes to an anaerobic digester to capture methane which generates clean renewable electricity.

June Dairy Month represents a valuable industry that has been, is now, and hopefully always will benefit society for many years to come. Celebrate its contribution to your life, health and prosperity. Give yourself the “Dairy Best” and let the cows eat the grass!

Lee Mielke is a syndicated columnist who resides in Everson, Wash. His weekly dairy column is featured in The Land. v

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Adventures in ag journalism: A million words later, still here This week marks the 28th anniversary walks down the middle of the road because of this editorial effort. In round numbers cars can hit you going and coming.” that’s more than 1,430 columns, a million Four, maybe five, seconds later the axe words, and who knows how many cold fell. beverages.

Lucky for me I had a back-up plan: a The column’s start came about like weekly newspaper column on farm and many efforts in journalism: I got fired. It’s food policy. Well, sort of a plan. a long story, so you might want to get comFirst, I had to discover if any newspafortable — and even grab a cold beverage. FARM & FOOD FILE per wanted to buy such a column, then In early 1993 I was nearing the end of write four sample columns, send the colBy Alan Guebert my eighth, year-long contract umns to each and, finally, contact the with Farm Journal magazine. My newspapers again to sell them on it. arrangement with FJ was simple: it Easy. sent me a check at the start of every Still, I had modern tools — like newspaper direcmonth and, by the end of every month, I sent it tories at the public library, a touch-tone desk telethree stories. phone, and the local post office — to help.

The freelance deal, claimed the FJ boss, was “the I began with telephone calls to 130 daily newspabest in ag journalism.” That had to be a whopper per editors from Minot, N.D. to Zanesville, Ohio. To because in eight years the monthly money never my happy surprise, 124 encouraged me to send samchanged even though the stories had to. ple columns. In mid-May, the lovely Catherine and I Then, in February or March, the Big Boss telemailed each a personalized cover letter, my resume, phoned to say he had a problem. What? I asked, and four sample columns. genuinely puzzled.

After fretting in silence for two weeks, I hesitantly “You,” he announced. “You can’t walk down the telephoned one central Illinois editor to ask if he middle of the road.” liked the columns.

I had no idea what he meant; so after an uncom“I loved them,” he said. “We published the first fortable silence, I suggested, “No one with any sense one last week and we’re publishing the second

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one tomorrow. What’s the price?”

Price? Like any good journalist, I thought about stories, not price. I don’t know, I stammered. “What do you pay ‘Dear Abby’?” “‘Dear Abby’?” the editor nearly yelled, “what’s she got to do with farm policy?”

Like him, I had no idea, so I quickly pulled a figure out of thin air. The editor scoffed, immediately cut it in half and, skilled negotiator that I was and remain, I immediately agreed.

I called a second editor and had a similar conversation that ended with me again naming a price, the editor again halving it, and me again agreeing.

Wow, two calls and two newspapers; candy from babies.

I called a third editor and, oh my, the same result.

She loved the columns, cut my offered price in half, and I agreed.

Then I spent the next two weeks telephoning the other 121 editors on my list and not one purchased the column. Not. One. Still, I had three newspapers in my syndicate (yes, three customers is a syndicate when it’s my syndicate) and I was in newspaper column business. By October, however, I had 11 paying subscribers.

See GUEBERT, pg. 6

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Make the most of raspberry season with these recipes Grab your containers, raspberry season a combination that you may not have thought of … is upon us! Whether you grow them in but man, they taste great together. The dressing in your own backyard or enjoy the thrill of this recipe is the perfect addition to this unique the hunt and go foraging for them in the salad creation. woodlands, there’s nothing better than Mozzarella Melon Salad with fresh raspberries. Check out the Iowa Raspberries Department of Natural Resources for https://happykitchen.rocks/mozzarella-melon-salsome great tips on finding wild strawberad-with-raspberries/ ries and raspberries, “6 Tips for Foraging COOKING salad: Wild Raspberries and Strawberries” (iowWITH KRISTIN 1.8 ounces arugula adnr.gov). Once you’ve got your raspber1.8 ounces baby spinach

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Prepare dressing: mix lemon juice, olive oil, white wine vinegar and a pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper. Pour the dressing just before serving. n These treats feel like the taste of summer all wrapped up in a muffin. The tartness of lemon and the sweetness of raspberries create one masterful muffin!

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Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Add eggs, oil and zest from the lemon to a mixing bowl. Measure milk in a liquid measuring cup and squeeze the juice from the lemon into it. Set aside for one minute, then add to the bowl with the other ingredients and mix to combine. In a separate bowl combine dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Stir the wet ingredients into the flour mixture, being careful not to over-mix the batter. Fold in raspberries. Line a muffin tin with liners or grease with non-stick cooking spray. Fill muffin cups ¾ full. Bake at 400 degrees for 16 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few crumbs.

For the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before drizzling with glaze. n My kids showed me this quick taste treat. Once you pop a chocolate chip into a raspberry you won’t want to eat it any other way!

Chocolate Chip Stuffed Raspberries 1 cup freshly washed raspberries chocolate chips or white chocolate chips Stuff each raspberry with a chocolate chip (or white chocolate chip) and eat! n Blender noise is a constant at my house as smoothies are a popular choice morning, noon or night. This is a recipe my oldest daughter created and is a perfect treat for any on-the-go teen!

Peyton’s Rad Raspberry Smoothie 1 cup frozen raspberries 1 frozen banana 1 cup milk Blend ingredients and devour!

Raspberries are scrumptious on their own but they make any recipe that much better by just by showing up. Get picking and eating those raspberries today!

Kristin Kveno scours the internet, pours over old family recipes and searches everywhere in between to find interesting food ideas for feeding your crew.

Do you have a recipe you want to share? You can reach Kristin at kkveno@thelandonline.com. v GUEBERT, from pg. 5

Then, again, nothing for months.

Finally, while sharing New Year’s Eve dinner, inspiration struck: I begged Catherine to do the calling while I did the writing. She warily agreed (whew) and within 18 months, she had convinced several dozen newspapers from Maryland to Montana to buy the column. Lovely.

And now, 28 years and a million words later, here we both are.

You and me, that is, because the lovely Catherine got out of the ag journalism business decades ago at the very, very top. v

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Nothing matches the beauty of a drive in the country What is it about going for a drive that also check on the crops of the farmers my can be so soothing? Is it the consistency husband consults for. Much in the same of the landscape in the countryside? Or way as my father did when I was a child, maybe it is the amusing way the landmy husband will creep by fields, offering scape can change so rapidly? How about commentary as to who owns it, what varithe endless sea of green in late June? Or ety of seed is planted, and what he the golden horizon in late July when the expects the yields to be. small grains are ready for harvest and Early in summer, he’ll talk about stand the tassels on the corn wave in the counts, what the planting conditions were DEEP ROOTS breeze as if to say “hello?” Or my favorite like for a certain field, and how well the scene of all, which comes in mid-SeptemBy Whitney Nesse seeds are coming up. Sometimes he will ber just as the soybean fields start to purposely drive us past a freshly cut field turn yellow and appear to glow against the gray of alfalfa and roll down the windows, knowing that clouds — reminding us that a season change is my favorite smell — the smell of freshly cut alfalfa — upon us. I am hard pressed to find a more simplistic will be lingering in the air. Our conversation will turn joy than going for a drive. to our days spent working on dairy farms and we will

I wish there was a way for me to bottle up these memories to cherish them forever — a way I could pull out a memory, recalling all of the details to share in a moment’s notice. It is possible, however, that a memory which is distant or foggy can be recalled more sweetly than was reality.

One of the attributes of God I love most is his attention to detail. He knows and recalls every detail about each one of us. So much so that Psalm 56:8 says, “You have kept count of my tossings, put my tears in your bottle” (emphasis added). God cares so deeply for us and is so detail-oriented that he has collected each one of our tears. David, the Psalmist whose words are inspired by the Holy Spirit, is suggesting here that the God of the universe has a lachrymatory or a glass vial for each one of us I remember as a little girl, my family would finish fondly reminisce, telling our kids about haying season which contains the tears we’ve cried. They are supper, all five of us kids would be bathed and in and long days of putting up feed for the next year. happy ones, sad ones, lonely ones, joyful ones — all our pajamas, and my parents would load us in the of them. Just the thought of that blows me away.

Later in the summer, we discuss the weather as van and we would go on a “crop tour.” My dad we drive — talking about the abundance or lack of I cannot help but stand in awe of a Savior whose would drive us past every field he had crops in and rain. My husband will inform me about which her- thoughts of me outnumber the grains of sand, who he’d take an assessment of how things were looking. bicide protocols have been working best and how he cares so intimately that He collects my tears. I realSometimes we would stop and my dad would get might switch things up for the next year. As we ize that as I age, the memories I have will grow out and pull a weed growing close to the road. Other drive, I soak up the scenery, musing at the landfaint, foggy and run together, or perhaps will be times he would look out the window with pride and scape and often find myself saying, “it doesn’t get remembered more sweetly than reality. Something I say things like, “have you ever seen such a good much greener than this.” have noticed, however, is that I never forget to stop stand of corn?” During years with not enough rain, Possibly my favorite part of these drives now days is at the Dairy Queen! he would point out the corn on the sandy hilltops looking back from the passenger seat and seeing five Whitney Nesse is a sixth-generation livestock farmthat was starting to “pineapple;” and in years which little faces, all with sun-kissed cheeks, smiling back at er who is deeply rooted in her faith and family. She featured more than plenty of rain, he would talk me; and I hope that our evening “crop tours” are creat- writes from her central Minnesota farm. v about how big the drowned spots were ing memories which will not soon be forgotten.

Late in the summer, he would stop by the corn fields, disappear in the first few rows, and return with an ear of corn in hand. He would shuck it, climb back into the van, and start counting kernels to see how that particular field might yield in the fall. I always looked forward to those evening drives in the summertime because they usually ended with a Dairy Queen treat.

As an adult, my husband and I have carried on with the tradition of going out for evening drives in the summertime. Once we’ve finished supper and all of our children are bed-ready, we pack everyone in the van and go for a drive. Our evening drives take us across a much more broad landscape compared to our expeditions when I was a little girl.

Now, we not only check on our own crops, but we

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Pretty, but is it a weed or a flower? may have been applied to the lawn.

Whether or not a plant is a weed, or a desired part of your garden, is often an Other plants with blue blooms are less opinion in the mind of the plant owner. welcome in an urban lawn. Creeping Many of these plants are native wildflowCharlie, and creeping bellflower have ers — such as the common blue violet — blue blooms which may be their only often found growing in our lawns. There redeeming value. These two are native to are 21 different types of violets in Europe and were imported as desired Minnesota. They are blooming now, many GREEN AND plants. They are now so widespread they of them in shade of blue or purple.

GROWING are often listed as wildflowers. Both However, there is also a white variety. creeping Charlie and creeping bellflower The attractive medium green leaves with By Linda G. Tenneson spread rapidly by underground rhizomes toothed edges are heart-shaped and one which makes them hard to eliminate from a lawn. to three inches wide by four to six inches in length.

Any small bit of root left in the soil will sprout and The blooms emerge from the middle of the leaf create new plants. clump. Like many other plants, they spread by Creeping Charlie, also known as ground ivy, has underground rhizomes as well as by spreading their small scalloped leaves and purple blooms. The seeds. Those same rhizomes make it difficult to eradicate the plant. During dry summers, this plant stems have four sides, and the plant has a mint smell when crushed. It prefers moist, shady growmay die without human intervention. ing conditions; but can survive in full sun. Not all While wild violets may be a nuisance in our lawns, its blooms provide food for pollinators. their pollen is a food source for pollinators. Birds like Creeping bellflower has larger leaves — may be the violet seeds. Wild violets are safe for humans to two by four inches in size with toothed edges and a eat, but not advisable because of herbicides which

rough surface. The plant may reach two feet tall if allowed to grow and bloom. Once it has invaded a lawn, it will continue to grow even if mowed regularly.

The forget-me-not also has an attractive light blue bloom with a yellow center which unfortunately becomes a seed that sticks to clothing and so moves around the garden. The blooms are found at the end of stems which may reach a foot tall and extend from a central root ball. This plant has a very shallow root system and is easily pulled up for disposal.

If you are concerned about weeds in your lawn, check with the University of Minnesota Extension web site for integrated pest management solutions before applying herbicides. The slightest amount of air movement occurring at the time an aerosol product is used may cause it to drift onto neighboring plants and kill or damage them. If a product is used, read the directions carefully. Remember, the label is the law.

Linda G. Tenneson is a University of Minnesota master gardener and tree care advisor. v

If Holsteins were wild, they’d be in threat of extinction LAND MINDS, from pg. 2

feeds, and sourcing fertilizer.”

Greenhouse gas emissions were unchanged in the current management (export dairy) scenario, with a decrease in nutrient supplies, as expected.

Emissions declined 11.97 percent for the retired scenario and 7.2 percent for the depopulation scenario compared to current emissions.

At the same time, the report says all 39 nutrients considered in human diet quality were decreased for the retired scenario, and although 30 of 39 nutrients increased for the depopulation scenario, several essential nutrients declined. The results of the study suggest the removal of dairy cattle from U.S. agriculture would only reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 0.7 percent and lower the available supply of essential nutrients for the human population.

So good news if you’re a cow, but it’s not all shade and clover if you’re a Holstein. Jo Craven McGinty of The Wall Street Journal writes this: “Holsteins give more milk than any other dairy cow in the country, with the average female producing around 23,000 pounds of milk over 305 days, according to the Holstein Association USA. The entire population provides 94 percent of the nation’s milk. But selective breeding — allowing farmers to mate only animals with the most desirable traits — has led to so much inbreeding that virtually all Holsteins in the United States and abroad descend from just two bulls. So, while there are roughly nine million Holsteins in the United States, the breed’s effective population (a measure of genetic diversity) is just 43, according to an estimate published last year in the peer-reviewed Journal of Dairy Science

… In the wild, animals with an effective population of less than 50 are considered at immediate risk of extinction because of the increased risk of miscarriages, stillbirths and genetic abnormalities.”

This is not exactly news. In June of 2019, Maureen O’Hagan wrote in Undark Magazine, “When researchers at the Pennsylvania State University looked closely at the male lines a few years ago, they discovered more than 99 percent of them can be traced back to one of two bulls, both born in the 1960s. That means among all the male Holsteins in the country, there are just two Y chromosomes.

“The females haven’t fared much better. There is so much genetic similarity among them, the effective population size is less than 50. If Holsteins were wild animals, that would put them in the category of critically endangered species. “It’s pretty much one big inbred family,” says Leslie B. Hansen, a Holstein expert and professor at the University of Minnesota.”

O’Hagan said researchers have begun breeding a small batch of new cows, cultivated in part from the preserved semen of long deceased bulls, to measure a host of characteristics — height, weight, milk production, overall health, fertility, and udder health, among other traits — and compare those to the modern Holsteins we’ve created. The hope is that they might one day be able to possibly reawaken traits which have been lost to relentless inbreeding.

“If we limit long term genetic diversity of the breed,” said says Chad Dechow, one of the researchers, “we limit how much genetic change can be made over time.”

In other words, we could reach a point where we’re stuck where we’re at. There will be no more

improvement in milk production. Fertility won’t improve. And if a new disease comes along, huge swaths of the cow population could be susceptible, since so many of them have the same genes.

Dairy producers are finding success in crossbreeding Holsteins with other breeds. Hoard’s Dairyman recently cited that beef semen sales to dairy herds have nearly quadrupled in the past 15 years with the bulk of that growth — 59 percent of it — happening in the last year alone.

Purebred Holsteins were compared with cows from a three-breed rotation of Holstein with Viking Red and Montbéliarde in a 10-year study by the University of Minnesota involving 3,550 Holstein cows from Minnesota commercial dairies. The team found each combination of two- and three-breed crossbred cows demonstrated significant advantages over pure Holsteins for all fertility traits at each studied lactation.

The University’s Amy Hazel said crossbreeding does not seem to impact production. “Because of the global predominance of high-producing Holsteins, some dairy producers have been concerned that crossbred cows will have poorer milk production traits,” Hazel said. “But our study found little, if any, loss of fat and protein production for crossbred cows compared with their Holstein herdmates.”

Dairy Month is good time to remind each other a healthy supply of dairy animals keeps us all healthy; and a time to thank our dairy farmers and the veterinarians who keep them that way.

And a little extra ice cream for me this month.

Paul Malchow is the managing editor of The Land.

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Dairy Month off to a great start for milk prices

This column was written for the marketing week ending June 4.

U.S. milk prices are making June Dairy Month a little happier for farmers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the May Federal order Class News and information for Minnesota and Northern Iowa dairy producers III benchmark milk price at $18.96 per hundredweight. This is up $1.29 from April, $6.82 above May 2020, and the MIELKE MARKET In the week ending May 22, 53,500 dairy Dairy exports continue to leave our shores highest Class III since November 2020.

WEEKLY cows were sent to slaughter, down 1,900 through the Cooperatives Working Together proThe five-month average is at $16.91, up from the previous week and 2,200 or 3.9 gram. Member co-ops accepted 31 offers of export

By Lee Mielke from $15.10 at this time a year ago and percent below that week a year ago. assistance this week to help capture sales of 2.4 $15.05 in 2019. million pounds of cheddar, Gouda, and Monterey n Jack cheese, 2,205 pounds of anhydrous milkfat, Late morning on June 4, Class III futures had the International dairy values continue to slip. This and 762,800 pounds of cream cheese.

June price at $17.29; July, $17.82; August, $18.33; week’s Global Dairy Trade auction saw the weightSeptember, $18.73; October, $18.86; November, The product is going to customers in Asia and ed average down 0.9 percent following a 0.2 percent $18.75; and December at $18.45. slip on May 18 and 0.7 percent loss on May 4. While South America through September and raised CWT’s 2021 exports to 17.9 million pounds of The May Class IV price is $16.16 per cwt., up 74 the slippages are small, due to China remaining in American-type cheeses, 10.4 million pounds of butcents from April, $5.49 above a year ago, and the the market as well as stepped up trade from other ter (82 percent milkfat), 7.1 million pounds of anhyhighest since February 2020. Its average now regions, it was the fourth consecutive event to lose drous milkfat, 16.6 million pounds of whole milk stands at $14.54, up from $13.96 a year ago, and ground. Traders brought 50.3 million pounds of powder, and 6.9 million pounds of cream cheese. The compares to $15.81 in 2019. product to market, up from 46.6 million in the last products are going to 30 countries in six regions. event. This was the first auction of New Zealand’s A jump in the April all milk price helped offset These sales are the equivalent of 766.1 million new market year. increased feed costs to pause the slide in the U.S. pounds of milk on a milkfat basis. milk feed ratio. The USDA’s latest Ag Prices report Buttermilk powder led the losses, down 7.5 perWe talked about the congestion at U.S. ports and shows April at 1.75, same as March, but down from cent, after not trading in the last event. Butter was truck shortages within the United States and what 1.85 in April 2020. down 5.4 percent after dropping 2.2 percent. they mean to the dairy industry in the June 7 Anhydrous milkfat was off 0.8 percent after inching The index is based on the current milk price in 0.1 percent lower. Lactose was down 1.6 percent fol- “Dairy Radio Now” broadcast with Matt Gould, edirelationship to feed prices for a ration consisting of tor of the Dairy and Food Market Analyst. lowing a rise of 1.6 percent last time. Skim milk 51 percent corn, 8 percent soybeans and 41 percent powder and whole milk powder were both down 0.5 Gould said that shipping costs from California to alfalfa hay. percent after skim powder inched up 0.7 percent the Midwest have surged as have the costs from the The U.S. all milk price averaged $18.40 per cwt., last time and whole milk powder was off 0.2 permiddle of the country to Mexico. Securing a ship at up $1 from March and $4 above the March 2020 cent. GDT cheddar was up 0.5 percent following a 1 west coast ports has also become more difficult in average. California’s all milk price climbed to percent rise last time. the last six months, he said. $16.70, up 90 cents from March and $2.80 above a StoneX Group says the GDT 80 percent butterfat The port congestion started in November last year, year ago. Wisconsin’s, at $18.80, was up $1.30 from butter price equates to $2.0757 per pound U.S., according to Gould, where ships had to wait to be March and $4 above a year ago. down 10.6 cents, and compares to Chicago unloaded in southern California. That congestion Unfortunately, the national average corn price hit Mercantile Exchange butter, which closed June 4 at peaked in February, but has since slowly improved; $5.31 per bushel, up 42 cents per bushel from March $1.7750.

GDT cheddar, at $1.9615, was up fractionbut the situation isn’t over yet. and a pricy $2.02 per bushel above April 2020. ally, and compares to June 4’s CME block cheddar at He blamed the congestion on “People staying home Soybeans averaged $13.90 per bushel, up 70 cents $1.50. GDT skim milk powder averaged $1.5491 per and spending their money on things, but those from March and a whopping $5.55 per bushel above pound, down from $1.5634, and whole milk powder things have to be made somewhere, typically overApril 2020. averaged $1.8426 per pound, down from $1.87. CME seas, so that demand filled the ships.”

Grade A nonfat dry milk closed on June 4 at $1.26.

Alfalfa hay averaged $187 per ton, up $6 from n March and $7 above a year ago. n See MIELKE, pg. 10 n d Looking at the cow side of the ledger, the April cull price for beef and dairy combined averaged $71.10 per cwt. This is up $4 from March, $7.10 above April 2020, and 50 cents below the 2011 base average of $71.60 per cwt.

Milk cow replacements averaged $1,310 per head in April, down $50 from January but $60 per head above April 2020. Cows averaged $1,400 per head in California, up $50 from January and $100 per head SOUTHWEST MINNESOTA Daniel & Terese Hall above a year ago. Wisconsin’s average, at $1,490 per 40133 - 620th Ave. head, was up $20 from January and $240 per head Butterfield, MN 56120 above April 2020.

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U.S. Senate calling for reform of government policies Central butter contacts reported continued strength in food service demand and suggest overall demand CME block cheddar closed the Memorial Day holihas grown closer to pre-Covid levels. There was plenday-shortened week at $1.50 per pound, as traders ty of cream following the holiday but not as hearty as anticipated the afternoon’s April Dairy Products expected.

Some contacts expect tightness in upcoming report. The blocks were down for the fifth week in a weeks.

Market tones are quiet with some potential row, losing 30 cents in that time period, falling to bullish undertones, says Dairy Market News. their lowest level since May 12, 2020, and were Western cream loosened this week as some proces$1.0525 below a year ago when they gained 32.25 sors paused operations over the holiday but limited cents, hitting $2.5525. tanker availability curtailed movement out of the The barrels finished at $1.6150, up 4.5 cents on region. Some expect cream to tighten in the coming the week, 74.5 cents below a year ago when they days, but the current supply is adequate. Butter shot up 33.75 cents to $2.36, and are an inverted output is steady to seasonally lower though 11.5 cents above the blocks. Thirty-three cars of Southwest plants are growing inventories to meet block were sold on the week and 20 of barrel. fall demand. Retail sales are lower but steady. Food The lagging National Dairy Products Sales Report service demand is healthy but cautious as customvalues were well above current CME values and the ers are placing smaller, more frequent orders. Some dry whey price saw its first decline since Christmas contacts report diminished export interest. week 2020.

StoneX says, “While butter does not feel bullish Midwest cheese producers are busy, reports Dairy these days, the stocks/use ratio for the United States Market News, and “milk availability is evidence that is pointing towards $2.00 butter in the near future.” peak flush season has yet to be achieved. Cool Grade A nonfat dry milk closed June 4 at $1.26 per weather continued to put a surplus of milk into pound, down 3.25 cents on the week but still 28.25 cheese vats. Dairy Market News says, “It is getting cents above a year ago. Ten sales were reported. to a point where milk handlers are aggressively CME dry whey fell to 60 cents per pound on June seeking out destinations for notable volumes of milk. Contacts are hopeful that heat in the forecast 1 (the lowest since March 16) but closed June 4 at 60.25. This is 2 cents lower on the week, but 25.75 will begin to stanch the current flow of milk.” cents above a year ago, on two trades.

Western cheese demand is steady in both retail Class I demand varies from flat to lower, as schools and food service markets. Milk is readily available, begin to prep for summer break, says Dairy Market allowing producers to run full schedules however News. Cheesemakers were taking extra spot loads at cheese output is, reportedly, outpacing demand. pre-holiday discounts and spot milk prices ranged from Market tones are unsteady though contacts believe $6 to $4.50 under Class III in the upper Midwest. the lower prices should lead to increased interest from international buyers but port congestion and n shipping issues are continuing to cause delays.

In politics, the Wisconsin-based American Dairy Cash butter finished June 4 at $1.775 per pound, Coalition gave a thumbs-up to Senator Kirsten down 3.5 cents on the week and 15 cents below a Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) this week for “continuing to seek year ago when it gained 26.5 cents and was trading solutions and relief for dairy farmers.” at $1.925. There 17 carloads that found new homes “As chair of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on the week.

MIELKE, from pg. 9

on Dairy, Livestock and Poultry since the beginning of the 117th Congress, Senator Gillibrand has wasted no time looking into concerns raised about the Class I milk price formula change which has had devastating effects for dairy farmers via income loss, negative Producer Price Differentials, and failed performance of risk management tools amid the pandemic,” the ADC stated.

Referencing her bipartisan letter with 21 co-signers to Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack, Gillibrand had a press conference May 26 saying direct payments to dairy farmers from existing CFAP and Pandemic Assistance for Producers funds are necessary to help them recover from the Covid-19 pandemic. The letter specifically asks USDA to issue payments for the first half of 2021, retroactive to Jan. 1 and Gillibrand called for hearings, an investigation, and potential legislation that would “change how we do dairy pricing in America.”

Meanwhile, 16 senators and 12 representatives signed on to a letter authored by Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and U.S. Senator Tina Smith (D-Minn.) calling for “reform of government policies impacting U.S. cattle and beef markets.”

“The Congressional signers represent 23 states, including many with stronger consumer-oriented constituencies than traditional cattle-related constituencies,” according to an R-Calf press release.

“Together they are calling on U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland to take action to protect the nation’s cattle farmers and ranchers from going broke due to inexplicably low cattle prices and protect American consumers from paying over-inflated beef prices at grocery stores. The letter identifies several factors the government needs to address but goes beyond traditional antitrust concerns.”

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Crops are off to a good start, but north needs rain Mark Wettergren, Blair Hoseth,  St. Peter, Minn.  FROM THE Mahnomen, Minn. — — June 5 June 4

“It has been three weeks since we’ve had an inch of rain. My hay is going backwards, not forward.”

The Land spoke with Blair Hoseth on June 4 as he reported that the one thing on everyone’s mind is when is it going to rain? Unfortunately, there’s nothing over a 30 percent chance of rain in the forecast.

For no rain, the corn is looking all right. “So far, the heavier ground is hanging in there.” The soybeans are showing some signs of struggle. “One field is at 25 percent stand.”

The lack of moisture started last October. “We’ve been worried about it since March.” Today on the Hoseth farm the temperature is 101 degrees and tomorrow is expected to be the same. Then the temperature drops down in the 90s for the next few days. “It’s above average temps for sure.” It’s about 20 degree above normal and the crops are not liking it.

Hoseth took break from spraying wheat because the crops were stressed due to the lack of rain and the heat. He has one wheat field left to spray. Hoseth sprayed the corn before the wheat as he was concerned about the lack of moisture with the crop.

This is a fairly different June than usual. “We’re normally fighting mud.”

“The hay in the pasture is definitely going to take a kicking if we don’t get moisture. There’s definitely fields that are hurting.” The rain is becoming more and more elusive each passing day. Hoseth hopes the weather pattern changes quickly and brings on some much-needed moisture to the area. v

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Wertish, Olivia, Minn. — Steve June 3 Steve Wertish was in spraying mode when The Land spoke with him on June 3. He started spraying on June 2 and expects to be done by June 7 if the wind cooperates.

The moisture situation in the fields is fine as one to one and a half inches of rain has fallen in the last few weeks.

“We’re good for a while.”

“The corn is actually getting quite tall.” Wertish reported the corn is currently between six to eight inches high. “Soybeans are all up and looking quite good.” The cover crop is all off the sugar beet fields and the crop is doing fine. The peas are just about ready to come out of the ground. The hot temperatures will get things growing pretty quickly according to Wertish. As for the sweet corn, the crop is doing well. “I haven’t seen any poor stands.”

“There’s been a little bit of insect damage of sugar beet fields. Wertish did spray for insects last week, he’s hoping that puts a halt to all those bugs.

Wertish is starting dirt work for a bin he’s having constructed. “It pays to have bin space these days.” He’s also doing some cement work for foundation of a new shop.

The crops are taking off, so are the projects around the Wertish farm. “In general around here, life is good.” v

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In the last two weeks, the Wettergren farm has received about two inches of rain. “It was what we needed.” The Land spoke with Mark Wettergren on June 5 as he reported the environment had been good to get in the field and spray corn. “I did get started spraying on the 26th, finished on the 30th. “Conditions were really good.”

The corn is getting mighty tall. Wettergren reported that in some fields it’s knee-high right now. “It looks really good. There’s really nice control of weeds in the corn.”

Wettergren planted Liberty soybeans so they won’t need to be sprayed until at least the end of June. The local co-op initially sprayed the beans right after they were planted. “The beans look all good.”

“We could use a shot of rain; it’s been over a week without rain.” While some moisture would be welcome, Wettergren is happy with what he sees not only in his fields, but from St. Peter all the way to the Walker area, where his cabin is.

“Things look good all over.” The crops have taken off, the weeds are controlled, and the sun is shining — not a bad way to start the month of June. v

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A secure pork supply is still important and in the spotlight In every size and type of pig production system, health is the utmost concern. American pig farmers have learned the fine details of recognizing, treating, vaccinating against and avoiding familiar diseases in swine. What would happen in the event of a foreign animal disease outbreak?

Across the country, plans are being put in place to establish emergency foreign animal disease preparedness in livestock. Currently, secure food supply plans have been developed for milk, poultry, beef and pork. The purpose of the secure supply plan is to provide livestock producers with a workable continuity of business plan should a foreign animal disease occur.

In the event of a foreign animal disease outbreak, livestock movement would be restricted, and preparation for such a catastrophe is the best way to ensure producers could continue to move animals off of the farm and move products to market.

The secure supply plan also prepares producers for cooperating with animal health officials in the event of an outbreak, and provides consumers with confidence that their meat, milk and egg supply is safe.

State and federal officials, collaborating with the National Pork Board, industry and universities, are continuing to roll out secure pork supply information to swine producers. In Minnesota, Dr. John King has accepted the task of coordinating the secure food supply. Working in conjunction with the Minnesota Board of Animal Health, Dr. King is available to meet with producers, veterinarians and producer groups to help them learn how to participate in the program — including all of the meat animal species raised in our state.

Three components of the secure pork supply have been identified and are being delivered to producers across the state.

Traceability and Movement Management — It’s been proven that restricting movement of animals reduces the spread of disease, but that benefit has to be balanced with the costs of interrupting business. In addition, there is a real threat to animal welfare when they are kept in close proximity to diseased animals.

A farm connected to a validated national Premises Identification Number (PIN) is a key component in helping officials determine disease control areas and potential movement of animals.

Enhanced Biosecurity — Four important concepts to tighten up a producer’s biosecurity effort are highlighted: Identify a biosecurity manager; draft a written, site-specific biosecurity plan and document the training; define and implement a perimeter buffer area; and define and implement a line of separation.

Foreign Animal Disease Training, Response and Surveillance — Swine farm personnel must become familiar with the three most common swine foreign

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animal diseases: Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD); Classical Swine Fever (CSF), formerly known in the U.S. as hog cholera; and African Swine Fever (ASF).

Please note: FMD, CSF, and ASF are not public health or food safety concerns. Meat will still be safe

to eat.

However, these diseases are very contagious in swine, and each team member on the pig farm should be able to recognize clinical signs. Currently, swine producers are asked to keep a daily observation record of their pigs. Doing so will help provide timely documentation in the event of a disease outbreak. If suspicious signs are observed, farm personnel will be asked to collect oral and nasal swab samples to submit for testing. Any suspicions about pig health should be reported to a veterinarian immediately.

Premises ID Number (PIN) The national premises ID number is a unique seven-character identifier assigned to a premises where pigs are produced, kept, or moved through. Each state’s Board of Animal Health manages the identification program and assigns the PIN for producers.

National PINs are not specific only to swine; premises where any food animal is raised can have a PIN. Today more than 95 percent of swine premises use the national PIN. The pork industry is striving to reach 100 percent adoption of PINs. Not only will accurate PINs on every pig farm provide pinpoint accuracy to reduce disease spread, but PIN use demonstrates a superior traceability system to the United States’ international trade partners.

PINs are a key component of the Pork Quality Assurance Plus (PQA+) site assessment, and many packers require a PQA+ site assessment as a condition of sale. Since January 2015, all sows and boars sold into the food chain must have an ear tag containing the farm’s PIN. PINs are also required by many major swine shows and exhibitions.

To obtain a PIN, producers can contact the Minnesota Board of Animal Health at https://www. bah.state.mn.us/register-your-premises/ or call (651) 201-6816.

We know that market swine typically move directly from farm to harvest plant, but culled breeding stock takes a more indirect route.

In 2018, Dr. Jim Lowe and graduate student Ben Blair at the University of Illinois studied cull sow movement prior to harvest. They learned that cull sows often travel across the country for a week before they actually reach a harvest plant. Culls are mixed and re-sorted by size and leanness, and in Lowe’s study, crossed an average of three-and-a-half state lines. Lowe and Blair found that sows often left the farm free of disease pathogens, but arrived at the harvest plant pathogen positive — and many times with disease pathogens from other species.

Cull sows account for 5 to 8 percent of the pork processed in the United States. The Illinois study showed how cull breeding stock moves across the country, and the effect its movement could have on disease spread during an foreign animal disease crisis.

Producers are encouraged to use their PIN on every communication related to their swine operation. The National Pork Board provides instructions for converting the PIN to a bar code which can be printed onto labels and attached to paperwork and samples. All veterinary diagnostic labs recognize the bar codes.

To convert the farm PIN to a barcode, go to https://www.pork.org/food-safety/swine-id/ (found within the Food Safety section of the National Pork Board website, www.pork.org). At the Swine ID tab, a producer can enter the PIN. The program will generate an address response and ask if the address is correct for the PIN provided. A sheet of barcodes will be created which can then be printed onto labels, or saved in a pdf file.

Validate the correct PIN location A team from University of Minnesota’s Department of Veterinary Population Medicine took a close look at PIN information and found two types of accuracy problems.

They found PINs linked to a site with incorrect address or longitude and latitude coordinates. The PIN must be connected to the actual physical address where the animals are located. For emergency response activities, the PIN must correspond to the animal location.

The team also discovered instances where there was one PIN for several geographically distinct sites. Producers with more than one farm or barns on several locations need to get a separate PIN for each site. In the case of a disease outbreak, if multiple barns/farms are connected to one PIN, all of the facilities would be designated as infected — even if only one actually was.

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Polk County Fair to open with optimism, enthusiasm

By KRISTIN KVENO The Land Staff Writer Back in business! The Polk County Fair in Fertile, Minn. is ready to return this year; and for Fair Board President Dan Grunhovd, he couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome fair-goers July 7-11.

When the Polk County Fair Board made the decision last spring to cancel the 2020 fair due to Covid-19, Grunhovd felt it was the right choice to protect the community. The Land spoke with Grunhovd last June as he explained that the health and safety of fair volunteers and fair attendees was first and foremost in the decision to cancel. With an average of over 45,000 people attending the Polk County Fair over the five-day event, it was simply too risky to continue as usual in 2020.

Dan Grunhovd “We’re certainly glad we made that decision,” he said when we touched base again last week.

It wasn’t totally quiet on the fairgrounds last July. It was open to the public to enjoy three food stands and have the opportunity to take in a tractor show. While it may not have felt exactly like the fair, it gave attendees a taste of fair fun.

Now that the Covid restrictions are relaxed, people are vaccinated and the positivity rate is low, it’s time to bring on all the fair fun. “I think we’ll get good crowds,” Grunhovd said.

He’s seeing the excitement in friends and neighbors as they all are looking forward to once again being on the fairgrounds seeing the attractions, indulging in the tasty treats

and taking in all the exhibits from animals to art.

Dock dogs will be a part of the fair again this year.

P r e registrations to take part in that event are “way up” according to Grunhovd.

Registrations for the baja races and demo derby are up as well. “We’ve had a lot of interest this year compared to 2019.” He feels these are great signs that there’s lots of interest in being a part of the fair this summer.

As for the Midway, the fair is sticking with the same company they always use, Todd Armstrong Shows. The number of rides available will be dependent on the number of Midway workers available.

“The 4-H shows will have some restrictions because they are run by Extension,” Grunhovd said. Right now the rule is that masks need to be worn when judging and in close contact with other participants. Grunhovd cautions that those rules may shift again before the fair begins.

There will be a few changes this year to the fair in an effort to keep people safe. “We purchased a lot of hand sanitizer.”

In addition, there will be more hand washing stations around the fairgrounds as well. “It’s a good step forw a r d , ” Grunhovd said.

The fair board wanted to have more outside attractions this year.

There will be a glass blowing demonstration

on the grounds as well as a potted plant garden. The University of Minnesota Crookston Department of Hortic u l t u r e Science will be creating this unique garden.

Grunhovd explained that while it will feature the usual garden offerings, like tomatoes, and will also display interesting potted items. “Some new, different things that the average gardeners doesn’t raise.”

Not knowing how performers felt about getting back out and on the stage, Grunhovd was relieved the fair’s

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free stage is booked solid. The free stage entertainment is from all over the state and beyond. “They were all anxious to come back.”

Grunhovd has been president of the Polk County Fair board since 2006, and served in various capacities within the fair for decades before that. To say he enjoys the fair would be an understatement. Having had a year off from the hustle and bustle of the fair, what’s Grunhovd looking forward to most at this year’s fair? “I enjoy the people, that’s what I look forward to.”

From the interest he’s received from the public, it seems that people at the fair won’t be in short supply this year.

“I’m really kind of optimistic that we’re going to have a good fair.” v

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Becker County Fair Aug. 28-31

County Fair Guide

Rossman Ave. Detroit Lakes, Minn. https://beckercountyfair.com (218) 847-5587

Beltrami County Fair Aug. 11-15

MINNESOTA

7223 Fairgrounds Rd. NW Bemidji, Minn.

The following county fair information is courtesy of the Minnesota www.beltramicountyfair.org Federation of County Fairs website — www.mfcf.com — and is (218) 751-4106 subject to change. Where available, information includes a fair’s Benton County Fair dates, fairgrounds location, phone number and website.

Aitkin County Fair July 7-10

Anoka County Fair July 20-25

3200 St. Francis Blvd.

632 Minnesota Ave. N. Anoka, Minn.

Aitkin, Minn. www.aitkincountyfair.org www.anokacountyfair.com (763) 427-4070

Aug. 3-8

1410 Third Ave. S Sauk Rapids, Minn. www.bentonfairmn.com (320) 253-5649

340 Fairgrounds St. Garden City, Minn. www.blueearthcountyfair.org

July 14-18, 2021

FREE ENTERTAINMENT ALL WEEK LONG!!!

Kids Power Pedal Tractor Pull Kiddie Coin Find The Looney Lutherans Brian Richards-Magician Freddie Justice-Hypnotist Don B!-Comedian Antique Tractors on display daily Many other fine performers & contests daily!

New Ulm, Minn. www.browncountyfreefair.com (507) 354-2223

Cannon Valley Fair July 1-4

800 N Ninth St. Cannon Falls, Minn. www.cannonvalleyfair.org (507) 263-3548

“AMUSEMENT ATTRACTIONS”

Cass County Fair — Pillager July 8-11

Goodhue County Fair Aug. 10-14

44279 County 6 Blvd.

Zumbrota, Minn. www.goodhuecountyfair.com (507) 732-5001

605 Vienna Ave. Herman, Minn. www.grantcountyfairmn.com (320) 677-2284

Cottonwood County Fair Aug. 11-14

Hennepin County Fair June 16-20

1300 Eighth Ave. Windom, Minn.

(507) 831-6122

7205 County Road 101 Corcoran, Minn. www.hennepincountyfair.com (763) 420-4546

Crow Wing County Fair Houston County Fair Aug. 3-7 Aug. 18-22 2000 13th St. SE Brainerd, Minn. www.crowwingcountyfair.com (218) 829-6680

203 History Lane Caledonia, Minn. www.houstoncountyfair.com (507) 725-3397

Dakota County Fair Aug. 9-15

Hubbard County Fair July 14-18

Dodge County Fair July 14-18

62922 Hwy. 57 N Kasson, Minn. www.dodgecountyfreefair.com (507) 634-7736

Cass County Fair — Pine River June 24-27

Douglas County Fair Aug. 17-21

584 First St. Montevideo, Minn. www.chippewacofair.com (320) 793-6727

Free Entertainment 258802-1 All Week Long!!

1031 Bridge Ave. Albert Lea, Minn. www.freeborncountyfair.com (507) 373-6965

800 North Main Bagley, Minn. www.clearwatercountyfair.com (218) 694-2780

207 E Second St. S Pillager, Minn. www.pillagerfair.com (218) 746-3348

Chippewa County Fair July 28-Aug. 1

Go to our website or our Facebook page for the link to purchase advanced sale ride tickets now!

102-124 Sixth St. SE Barnesville, Minn. www.mnclaycountyfair.com (218) 354-2675

501 West Third St. 4008 220th St. W Waconia, Minn. www.carvercountyfair.com Farmington, Minn. www.dakotacountyfair.org (952) 442-2333 (651) 463-8818

5744 County Rd. 1 Pine River, Minn. www.thecasscountyfairmn.org

Providing larger, more exciting rides for all ages!

Advanced Sale Only Digital Tickets 10 rides for $20

905 W Fourth St. Rush City, Minn. www.chisagocountyfair.org (320) 358-0296

Freeborn County Fair Aug. 3-8

Brown County Free Fair Clearwater County Fair Grant County Fair Aug. 11-15 Aug. 4-8 1201 N State St. July 15-18

Carver County Fair Aug. 11-15

BEER GARDEN

Chisago County Fair July 22-25

Blue Earth County Fair Clay County Fair July 22-25 July 15-18

3839 County Rd. 138 Barnum, Minn. www.carltoncountyfairmn.com (218) 389-6737

Wed. 6:30 pm – Free - MN Minn-E-Rods Tractor Pull Thurs. 7:30 pm – Great Frontier Bull Riding Fri. 7 pm – Demolition Derby Sat. 6 pm – Enduro Auto Race Sun. 1 pm - Auto Cross

For more information visit www.wasecacountyfreefair.com or check out our Facebook page Fair books will be available at various businesses throughout Waseca County Also available at the fairgrounds, and online!

220 Fair St. Clinton, Minn. www.bscfair.org (320) 325-FAIR

Carlton County Fair Aug. 19-22

GRANDSTAND EVENTS

Beer Garden “Free” Entertainment Nightly Full Liquor Wed. 8:30 pm – The Johnny Holm Band Thurs. 8:30 pm – 5 Minute Major Fri 8:30 pm – Lady Luck Sat 4-7 pm - Everett Smithson Sat. 8:30 pm – Arena Sun. 1 pm - Beanbag Tournament

Big Stone County Fair July 8-11

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300 Fairgrounds Rd. Alexandria, Minn. www.dcmnfair.com (866) 656-FAIR

Faribault County Fair July 28-31

235 Midway Rd. Blue Earth, Minn. www.fairbaultcountyfair.com (507) 520-6552

Fillmore County Fair — Preston July 19-25 www.fillmorecountyfair.com

201 Fair Ave. Park Rapids, Minn. www.hubbardcountyfair.com (218) 237-3247

Isanti County Fair July 21-25

3101 Hwy. 95 NE Cambridge, Minn. www.isanticountyfair.com (763) 689-8487

Itasca County Fair Aug. 19-22

1336 NE Third Ave. Grand Rapids, Minn. www.itascacountyfair.org (218) 326-6470

Jackson County Fair July 27-31

78748 550th Ave. Jackson, Minn. www.jacksoncountyfairmn.com (507) 841-0709

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Kanabec County Fair July 28-Aug. 1

Lyon County Fair Aug. 11-15

Nicollet County Fair Aug. 11-15

Kandiyohi County Fair Aug. 11-14

June 22-23

Nobles County Fair Aug. 4-8

South Union St. 2336 250th St. Mora, Minn.

Marshall, Minn. www.kanabecfair.org www.lyoncountyfair.com (320) 679-3371 Mahnomen County Fair

907 Seventh St. NW Willmar, Minn. www.kandifair.com (320) 235-0886

Kittson County Fair July 7-11 127 Free Gate Hallock, Minn. www.kittsoncountyfair.org

Mahnomen, Minn. www.mahnomencountyfair.org

Marshall County Fair July 21-25 520 North Eighth St. Warren, Minn. www.marshallcountyfair.org (218) 745-4445

Martin County Fair Aug. 16-22

400 W Union St. St. Peter, Minn. www.nicolletcountyfair.com (507) 934-2684

1602 Stower Dr. Worthington, Minn. www.noblescountyfair.com

Norman County Fair June 23-26

601 W Thorpe Ave. Ada, Minn. www.normancountyfair.com (218) 784-4984

1300 North Bixby Rd. Northern Minnesota Fairmont, Minn.

District Fair www.theotherbigfair.com July 8-11 (507) 235-9576 Koochiching County Fair4940 Fairwood Ave. grounds, Littlefork, Minn.

McLeod County Fair Northome, Minn.

Aug. 19-22 Olmsted County Fair www.koochichingcountyfair.org 840 Century Ave. SW July 26-Aug. 1 (218) 897-5205 Hutchinson, Minn.

1403 Third Ave. SE www.mcleodcountyfair.com Lac Qui Parle Rochester, Minn.

(320) 587-2499 County Fair www.olmstedcountyfair.com

Koochiching County Fair Aug. 13-15

Sept. 9-21

705 Fair St. Madison, Minn.

(320) 598-3989

Lake County Fair Aug. 5-18 1381 Fairground Rd. Two Harbors, Minn. www.thelakecountyfair.com

Lake of the Woods County Fair July 14-18 Baudette, Minn.

(218) 634-1437

LeSueur County Fair Aug. 19-22

Meeker County Fair Aug. 4-8 1230 N Armstrong Ave. Litchfield, Minn. www.meekerfair.com (320) 593-3247

Mille Lacs County Fair Aug. 11-15 1400 Third St. N Princeton, Minn. www.millelacscountyfair.com (763) 389-3138

Morrison County Fair July 29-31

Pipestone County Fair Aug. 4-7

Hwy. 75 and Hwy. 30 Pipestone, Minn. www.pipestonecountyfair.sites. pipestone publishing.com (507) 825-5979

34643 E Trinity Point Rd. Fertile, Minn. www.polkcountyfairfertilemn.com (218) 779-7858

230 Minnesota Ave. W Glenwood, Minn. www.popecountyfair.org

Ramsey County Fair CANCELLED

2020 White Bear Ave. Maplewood, Minn. www.ramseycountyfair.com (651) 777-6514

Red Lake County Fair June 24-27

Otter Tail County Fair — East July 22-25

Redwood County Fair July 15-18

201 N Dekalb St. 445 Fourth Ave. SE Redwood Falls, Minn.

Perham, Minn. www.redwoodcountyfair.com www.eotcountyfair.org (507) 627-2801 (218) 346-2750

15575 Hawthorn Rd. Little Falls, Minn.

Pennington County Fair www.morrisonfair.com 320 Plut Ave. July 14-18 (320) 632-1040 Le Center, Minn.

524 N Barzen www.lesueurcountyfair.org Mower County Thief River Falls, Minn.

(507) 357-6500 www.penningtoncountyfair.com Free Fair (218) 416-2550 Lincoln County Fair Aug. 10-15 700 12th St. SW July 29-Aug. 1 Pine County Fair Austin, Minn.

200 W Strong St. Aug. 3-8 www.mowercountyfair.com Tyler, Minn.

707 First Ave. NW (507) 433-1868 http://www.lincolncountyPine City, Minn. fairmn.com/ www.pinecountyfair.com Murray County Fair (507) 247-5454 (320) 629-3408 Aug. 18-21 3032 Linden Slayton, Minn. www.murraycountyfair.com (507) 836-6303

MINNESOTA Rice County Fair July 21-25

Sibley County Fair Aug. 4-8

Rock County Fair July 28-31

South St Louis County Fair (Proctor) July 28-Aug. 1

July 18-23

St Louis County Fair Aug. 4-8

1814 NW 2nd Ave. 801 W Chandler St. Faribault, Minn.

Arlington, Minn. www.ricecountyfair.net www.sibleycountyfair.com (507) 332-2470 (507) 964-5698

Pope County Fair Aug. 5-7

(507) 367-2455

1812 Pebble Lake Rd. Fergus Falls, Minn. www.wotcountyfair.com (218) 736-0272

County Fair Guide

Polk County Fair July 7-11

Oklee, Minn. www.facebook.com/rlc.fair

Otter Tail County Fair — West July 21-24

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Renville County Fair Aug. 12-14

County Road 5 Bird Island, Minn. www.renvillecountyfair.com (320) 365-3242

South Freeman Ave. Luverne, Minn.

800 Boundary Ave. www.rockcountyfair.org Duluth, Minn.

(507) 449-FAIR www.proctorduluthfair.com (218) 628-2401 Roseau County Fair 500 Fourth Ave. NW Roseau, Minn. www.roseaucountyfair.com

Scott County Fair July 28-Aug. 1

1100 E 25th St. Hibbing, Minn. www.stlofair.org (218) 263-4256

Sherburne County Fair July 15-18

1105 Ash St. S Sauk Centre, Minn. www.stearnscountyfair.com (320) 352-2482

Jordan, Minn. www.scottcountyfair.com (952) 492-2436

13372 Business Center Drive, Elk River, Minn. www.sherburnecountyfair.org (763) 441-3610

Stearns County Fair July 28-Aug. 1

Watonwan County Fair

Fairgrounds - St. James, MN • July 15th-18th Check us out at www.watonwancountyfair.com

Thursday, July 15th Commercial Building open: 4pm Des Moines Amusement-open 4pm Pony Rides Teen Dance-DJ Blake 7pm Friday, July 16th Tractorcade & Breakfast-7am Des Moines Amusement-4pm Pony Rides Tractor/Truck pull-6pm Ranch Rodeo-6pm Out of LIne Band-8:30pm Beer Garden

Saturday, July 17th Des Moines Amusement-noon Pony Rides Dart Tournament (11am sign-in) noon start Bean Bag Tournament (11am sign in) noon start Demolition Derby-5pm GEL Band-8:30pm Beer Garden Fireworks-10:15pm

Sunday, July 18th Horse Fun Show-10:30am Des Moines Amusement-noon Pony Rides Senior Citizen Day-noon Steve Lang Band-12:30 Beer Garden Outstanding Senior Recognition & Farm Family-1pm Amature Talent Show-3pm Kid’s Day-Wanda the Clown 1-4pm Pedal Pull-2pm Medallion in paper hunt-4pm Fair Closes-6pm

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County Fair Guide MINNESOTA Steele County Free Fair SW St Louis Aug. 17-22 County Fair 1525 S Cedar St. Aug. 27-29 Owatonna, Minn. www.scff.org (507) 451-5305

Stevens County Fair Aug. 10-15 177 S County Rd, 22 Morris, Minn. www.scfair.net (320) 589-1062

Wadena County Fair June 19-22

Traverse County Fair Aug. 25-29

Waseca County Fair July 14-18

Ninth St. NE Long Prairie, Minn. www.toddcountyfair.com (320) 732-2739

Tri-County Fair Aug. 18 Mankato, Minn.

Wabasha County Fair July 14-17

411 Meadow Lane 99 Coolee Way Rd. Appleton, Minn.

Wabasha, Minn. www.swiftcountyfair.org www.wabashacountyfair.org (320) 815-6138

We’ll See You at the

2021 Rice County Fair!

July 21 - 25, 2021

Fair FREE on! si Admis

Dail Park y ing Weekly Parking Pass

$7

$20

2021 Grandstand Events

Wednesday, July 21 - 6 p.m.

AUTO CROSS

Adults: $15 • Children 6-11: $5 • 5 & Under: Free

Friday, July 23 - 7 p.m.

BARNES RODEO

Adults: $15 • Children 6-11: $5 • 5 & Under: Free Family Packs: 2 Adults, 4 Children $40

Sunday, July 25 4 p.m. - KIDS POWER WHEELS 4:30 p.m. - DEMOLITION DERBY Adults: $15 • Children 6-11: $5 • 5 & Under: Free

400 Ash Ave. NW Wadena, Minn. www.wadenacountyfair.com (218) 631-7630

407 7th St. S 409 8th Ave. NE Wheaton, Minn.

Waseca, Minn. www.traverse.mn.us/commuwww.wasecacountyfair.org nity/traverse-county-fair (507) 835-8958

Floodwood, Minn. http://swstlouiscountyfair.com

Swift County Fair Aug. 18-22

Todd County Fair June 15-18

Thursday, July 22 - 6 p.m.

ENDURO AUTO RACES

Adults: $15 • Children 6-11: $5 • 5 & Under: Free

Saturday, July 24 - 7 p.m.

CMP TRUCK AND TRACTOR PULL Adults: $15 • Children 6-11: $5 • 5 & Under: Free

Daily Free Enterainment

Renaissance Village Brodini Family Comedy/Magic Show Tuey the Juggler • Plus many more acts!

Ticket Office opens 1.5 hours prior to event. Gates open 1 hour prior to event. Drawings held Every Night!

FREE Entertainment at the Sellner Stage Saturday, July 17 - 7 p.m.

AMBASSADOR CORONATION

Wednesday, July 21 - 6:30-9 p.m.

JOLLY P’S

Thursday, July 22 - 7-10 p.m.

WHITESIDEWALLS

Friday, July 23 - 7 p.m.

THE SMOKING BARRELS

Saturday, July 24 - 8 p.m.-Midnight LA RAZA DE MEXICO

Sunday, July 25 - 3 p.m.

SWITCHED AT BIRTH GOSPEL 4-H PARADE OF CHAMPIONS

For More Info Visit ricecountyfair.net

Washington County Fair Aug. 4-8

12300 40th St. N Stillwater, Minn. www.washingtoncountyfair.org

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County Fair Guide IOWA Adair County Fair July 21-25

900 NE Elm Greenfield, Iowa www.adaircountyfair.org (641) 743-2856

Black Hawk County 4-H & FFA Fair July 26-31 250 Ansborough Ave. Waterloo, Iowa (319) 234-7515

Adams County 4-H/FFA Boone County Fair July 15-18 Watonwan County Fair Youth Fair July 9-14 1601 Industrial Park Rd. July 15-18 53 S 11th St. St. James, Minn. www.watonwancountyfair.com (507) 375-5515

1200 John St. Corning, Iowa www.myadamscountyfair.net (641) 322-4817

Wilkin County Fair Aug. 19-22

Allamakee Big Four Fair June 18-20

101 Nebraska Ave. Breckenridge, Minn. www.facebook.com/wilkincountyfair/ (701) 640-6644

Winona County Fair July 7-11

506 West Sixth St, St. Charles www.winonacountyfair.com (507) 932-3074

Wright County Fair July 21-25

1010 First St. Howard Lake, Minn. www.wrightcountyfair.org (320) 543-2111

Yellow Medicine County Fair July 22-25 Fairgrounds Road Canby, Minn. www.ymcfair.org (507) 223-5852

327 N Maple St. Postville, Iowa (563) 864-7486

Allamakee County Fair July 21-25 705 Allamakee St. Waukon, Iowa www.allamakeecountyfair.org (563) 568-4266

Boone, Iowa www.boonecountyfairia.com (515) 432-5899

Bremer County Fair July 25-31

515 Fifth Ave. SW Waverly, Iowa www.bremercountyfair.com (319) 240-3420

Buchanan County Fair July 6-10 204 12th St. NE Independence, Iowa www.buchanancountyfair.org (319) 334-6656

Buena Vista Appanoose County Fair County Fair July 18-24 July 8-12 West Franklin St. Centerville, Iowa www.appanoosecountyfair.com (641) 856-2646

5800 55th Ave. (Hwy. 7) Alta, Iowa www.bvcountyfair.com (712) 284-2561

Audubon County Fair July 14-18

Butler County Fair June 23-27

400 North Division St. W Audubon, Iowa (712) 563-3126

Benton County Fair June 23-27 South Second Ave. Vinton, Iowa (319) 472-3517

108 S Main Allison, Iowa www.butlercountyfair.com (319) 267-2775

Calhoun County Expo July 7-11

Fourth & High St. Rockwell City, Iowa www.calhouncountyexpo.com

Black Hawk — National Carroll County Fair Cattle Congress July 31-Aug. 6 Sept. 22-26

214 Eighth Ave. 250 Ansborough Ave. Coon Rapids, Iowa Waterloo, Iowa www.nationalcattlecongress.com http://carrollcountyfair.com/ (712) 999-7447 (319) 234-7515

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Cass County Fair July 28-Aug. 3

805 W 10th St. Atlantic, Iowa www.extension.iastate.edu/ cass/info/Fair (712) 243-1132

Cedar County Fair July 14-18

1195 220th St. Tipton, Iowa www.thecedarcountyfair.com (563) 886-6170

Cerro Gordo North Iowa Fair Aug. 5-8

3700 Fourth St. SW Mason City, Iowa www.northiowaeventscenter. org (641) 423-3811

Cherokee-Marcus Community Fair Aug. 11-15

Clay County Fair Sept. 11-19

1401 Fourth Ave. W Spencer, Iowa www.claycountyfair.com (712) 262-4740

Clayton County Fair Aug. 4-8

26143 Ivory Rd. National, Iowa www.claytoncountyfair.com (563) 964-2671

Clinton County Fair July 21-25

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Decatur County 4-H & FFA Fair July 14-19

Fayette County Fair July 20-24

1700 NW Church St. Leon, Iowa (641) 446-4648

504 S Vine West Union, Iowa www.fayettecoiafair.com (563) 422-5202

Delaware County Fair July 12-18

Floyd County Fair July 13-18

East Acres St. Manchester, Iowa www.delawarecofair.com (563) 927-6449

Des Moines County Fair July 28-Aug. 3

328 East Eighth St. DeWitt, Iowa 1500 West Agency Rd. www.clintoncountyiowafair.com West Burlington, Iowa (563) 659-1624 www.desmoinescountyfair.com (319) 758-7789

Crawford County Fair July 21-25

800 Hwy. 59 N Denison, Iowa www.crawfordcountyiafair.com (712) 263-5306

301 S Maple Dallas County 4-H Fair Marcus, Iowa www.marcuscommunityfair.com July 7-11 28057 Fairgrounds Rd. (712) 376-2316 Adel, Iowa Cherokee County Fair www.dallascountyfair.com (515) 993-3728 July 21-25 200 Linden St. Davis County Fair Cherokee, Iowa July 13-17 www.cherokeecountyfair.net 20471 Old Hwy. 2 (712) 225-5843 Bloomfield, Iowa Clarke County 4-H Fair www.daviscountyfair.org (641) 664-3712 July 12-19 2070 Hwy. 34 W Osceola, Iowa www.clarkecountyfairgrounds. org (641) 342-2927

Dickinson County Fair July 17-22 1602 15th St. Spirit Lake, Iowa www.dickinsoncountyfairgrounds.com (712) 336-0479

Dubuque County Fair July 27-Aug. 1 14569 Old Hwy Rd. Dubuque, Iowa www.dbqfair.com (563) 588-1406

Emmet County Agricultural Show July 21-25

1600 Third Ave. S Estherville, Iowa https://pfangus.wixsite.com/ theemmetcountyfair/schedule (712) 362-7163

Minnesota’s Oldest County Fair Celebrates 164 years!

July 14-18, 2021 ~ Kasson, MN Grandstand:

14 - NEW Enduro Races - 6 pm 15 - Thunderbird Open Stock Car Race - 7 pm 16 - Rice Bull Riding Challenge - 7 pm 17 - Free Antique Tractor Pull - 10 am - DC Championship Demolition Derby - 6 pm 18 - Dodge Mayhem Trailer Races - 3 pm

New Attractions: Artist Kipp Davis Hill Billy Bob Magician Greg the Great Oxbow Park Animals Street Talk Band The White Keys

Visit www.dodgecountyfreefair.com or call 507-634-7736 for more information Check out our Facebook and Instagram page

2516 Seven Mile Rd. Charles City, Iowa www.floydcountyfair.org (641) 228-1300

Franklin County Fair July 14-18

1008 Central Ave. W Hampton, Iowa www.franklincountyfair.com (641) 456-2049

Fremont County Fair July 15-19 1004 Legion Park Rd. Sidney, Iowa (712) 374-2715

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County Fair Guide IOWA Greene County Fair July 6-12

Guthrie County Fair Sept. 3-6

Grundy County Fair July 13-17

Hamilton County Fair July 20-25

601 E Lincoln Way Jefferson, Iowa www.greenecountyiowafair.com (515) 386-4317

South Fourth St. Grundy Center, Iowa www.grundycountyfair.com (319) 824-2311

Hwy. 44 West Guthrie Center, Iowa www.guthriecountyfair.com (641) 332-2230

1200 Bluff St. Webster City, Iowa www.hamcoexpo.com (515) 832-1443

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County Fair Guide IOWA Hancock County Fair July 27-Aug. 2

2210 Jewel Ave. Britt, Iowa www.hancockcountyfair.com (641) 843-3820

Hardin County Fair July 7-11

301 11th Ave. Eldora, Iowa www.hardincountyfair.net (641) 858-3901

Harrison County Fair July 20-24 Missouri Valley City Park Missouri Valley, Iowa www.harrisoncofair.com (712) 642-3866

Henry County Fair July 14-19

S Locust/S Walnut Mount Pleasant, Iowa www.henrycountyiowafair.com

The Mighty Howard County Fair June 23-27 314 West 7th St. Cresco, Iowa www.mhcfair.com (563) 547-3400

Humboldt County Fair July 20-26

311 Sixth Ave. N Humboldt, Iowa www.humboldtcountyfair.com (515) 332-5154

Ida County Fair July 21-26 2332 Hwy. 59 Ida Grove, Iowa (712) 364-2500

Iowa County Fair July 14-18

800 East Marion St. Marengo, Iowa www.theiowacountyfair.org (319) 642-5406

Jackson County Fair July 27-Aug. 1

1212 E Quarry St. Maquoketa, Iowa www.jacksoncountyiowafair. com (563) 652-4282

Jasper County Fair July 16-22 359 N Walnut Colfax, Iowa www.jaspercofair.com (641) 674-3294

Jefferson/Greater Jefferson County Fair June 23-28 2606 W Burlington Fairfield, Iowa www.jeffersoncofair.com (641) 472-4959

Johnson County 4-H & FFA Fair July 25-28 4261 Oak Crest Hill Rd. SE Iowa City, Iowa www.JohnsonCoFair.com (319) 337-5865

Great Jones County Fair & Food Fest July 21-25

700 North Maple Monticello, Iowa www.greatjonescountyfair.com (319) 465-3275

Jones-Wyoming Fair July 9-11 409 E Green St. Wyoming, Iowa www.wyomingiowafair.com (563) 488-3497

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Kossuth County Fair Aug. 1-7

700 Fair St. Algona, Iowa www.kossuthcountyfair.com (515) 395-FAIR

Lee County Fair July 7-12

1100 N Main St. Donnellson, Iowa www.leecountyfairiowa.com (319) 835-5523

Linn County Fair June 23-28

201 Central City Rd. Central City, Iowa www.thelinncountyfair.com (319) 929-FAIR

Louisa County Fair July 27-31

101 Fairground Rd. Columbus Junction, Iowa http://louisacountyfair.org (319) 728-2527

Lucas County Fair July 23-29

Keokuk County Expo July 12-17

48293 Hy-Vee Rd. Chariton, Iowa (641) 774-2016

Keokuk County Fair July 9-11

400 S Tama Rock Rapids, Iowa www.lyoncountyfair.org (712) 472-2064

400 220th Ave. Sigourney, Iowa www.expokeokukco.com (641) 622-2647

201 Fairground Rd. What Cheer, Iowa www.keokukcountyfair.com (641) 634-2201

Mahaska Southern Iowa Fair July 19-24

615 North I St. Oskaloosa, Iowa www.southerniowafair.com (641) 673-7004

Marion County Fair July 16-22

1000 N Lincoln Knoxville, Iowa www.knoxvilleraceway.com (641) 842-5431

Marshall Central Iowa Fair July 14-17

1308 E Olive St. Marshalltown, Iowa www.centraliowafairgrounds. net (641) 753-3671

Mills County Fair July 9-13

South Main St. Malvern, Iowa www.millscountyfair.com (712) 624-8616

Mitchell County Fair Aug. 4-8

1002 Chestnut St. Osage, Iowa www.mitchellcountyfair.org (641) 832-2087

Lyon County Fair July 19-22

Monona County Fair July 13-18

Madison County Livestock Show & Fair July 21-25 1146 W Summit St. Winterset, Iowa www.madisoncountyfair.net (515) 462-1295

12th & Gaukel Streets Onawa, Iowa www.mononacountyfair.com (712) 423-2014

Monroe County 4-H & FFA Fair July 28-Aug. 2 Hwy 5 North Albia, Iowa (641) 932-7096

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1809 Fourth St. Red Oak, Iowa www.montgomerycountyiafair. com (712) 623-5207

Muscatine County Fair July 21-25

101 N Clay St. West Liberty, Iowa www.muscatinecountyfair.com (319) 627-2414

O’Brien County Fair July 24-29

4536 Starling Ave. Primghar, Iowa www.obriencountyfairiowa.com (712) 957-FAIR

Osceola County Fair July 14-18

209 W Ninth St. Sibley, Iowa www.theosceolacountyfair.com (712) 754-3407

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MARKETING

Grain Outlook Markets keeping a close eye on drought

Livestock Angles Packers seeing profits, but grain prices causing worry

The following marketing mate came out just under 90 The livestock markets have lenge for the cattle feeder analysis is for the week endmmt. Safras & Mercado is been very erratic during the while the packer relishes in ing June 4. carrying the crop at 91.1 past few months as prices on expanding profits.

The mmt.

Datagro lowered their a day basis are up one day demand for beef has been CORN — The short trading estimate to 101.7 mmt and and down the next. However, excellent. However, the volweek wasn’t without its big the U.S. Department of overall, the livestock markets ume of the beef trade has daily swings and volatility.

Agriculture is at 102 mmt. have maintained an up trend been slowly diminishing over July through December corn The USDA is expected to drop over the past several months. the past month. If prices for traded up the 40-cent daily their number on the June beef products continue to limit as traders returned The grain markets have advance, this raises the posJOE TEALE from the long weekend, but PHYLLIS NYSTROM 10 World Agricultural Supply some influence over the liveand Demand Estimates sibility of further decreasing CHS H edging Inc. Broker rather quickly retreated from stock markets as those prices S t. Paul report.

According to the demand for beef. This would Great Plains Commodity the limit. Get used to scrutihave rallied — causing Afton, Minn.

Buenos Aires Grain Exchange, affect the prices paid by the nizing every forecast that increased feed costs. The fact Argentina’s corn harvest is 34 that the cattle and hog marpacker to cattle feeder which gets published. percent complete. Reports from the kets have been supported by the in turn would weaken the price paid for Nearby corn set the week’s trading area indicate late planted corn is yieldlive cattle. If the live cattle prices begin range when we returned from the long ing better than expected. The average increasing cutout prices has to some to fall, feeder cattle are likely to follow holiday weekend. Each day, however, yield up to this point was 135.1 bushels degree offset the increased costs of the live cattle to lower prices — mainly saw wide, two-sided trading. Weather per acre. The BAGE left their Argentine feed. This situation has pushed the because of the higher cost of feed and was the leading headline to drive pric- corn estimate at 46 mmt vs. USDA at packers into extremely profitable situ- lower return on their investment. It ations and in turn these packers are es, but volumes were light, and prices 47 mmt. continuing to increase bids for live ani- appears the next few weeks could set ran into vacuums at times. Absent this Weekly export sales were delayed a mals to support the increased demand the tone for price direction into the fall. week were any fresh export sale The hog market has continued the announcements. A stronger U.S. dollar day due to the Memorial Day holiday for product. and there were no fresh daily export long climb in prices since the month of also lent sporadic pressure. The weekly The export market has also seen a sales announcements this week.

March.

These levels in the hog market ethanol report was friendly as stocks relatively good demand for both beef fell to their lowest since 2014 and pro- Traders had a small expectation that and pork which also has been support- haven’t been seen since July of 2014. duction increased to the highest of the there would be old crop cancellations to ive to some of the rapid increases in Pork movement has been fairly conChina. That was not the case as the prices over the past few months. The sistent in volume aided by good export marketing year. report showed China purchased anothWhy are we so focused on weather? er 3.7 million bushels of old crop out- next several weeks are likely to set the business and domestic demand. Like This spring was the driest since 2005 right and another 2.5 million bushels tone for the price direction in the live- most markets, the hog is at present across the Midwest and the sixth driest were switched from unknown to China. stock markets as we move toward the very overbought and could be susceptible to some corrective action in the in 40 years! The weather forecasts will Total old crop sales were 20.9 million end of summer. give us insight to how early develop- bushels, bringing total commitments to As far as the cattle are concerned, it coming days. If demand for pork stays ment will occur. With this year’s tight seems as if every day is a new chal- strong, it will likely be only a short term correction. On the other hand, ending stocks and strong demand, we See NYSTROM, pg. 14 should that demand for pork start to can’t afford any glitches in production. shows signs of weakening, a top may be The first corn condition rating of the in order. year was better than expected at 76 The next several weeks will more

corn/change* soybeans/change* percent good/excellent and higher than than likely set the tone for price directhe 69 percent average rating for the Stewartville $5.75 +.60 $15.40 +.63 tion in the months ahead. v initial report. However, the first rating Edgerton $5.82 +.50 $15.60 +.79 has no correlation at all to what the Jackson $6.68 +.45 $15.41 +.68 final yield will eventually be. Corn Janesville $6.69 +.43 $15.42 +.68 emergence as of May 30 was 81 percent Cannon Falls $6.62 +.42 $15.42 +.55 vs. 70 percent on average.

Sleepy Eye $6.80 +.50 $15.55 +.58 Just prior to the weekend, a well Average: $6.73 $15.47 respected consultancy out of Tennessee pegged Brazil’s corn crop at 88 million Year Ago Average: $2.93 $8.11 metric tons vs. their previous estimate Grain prices are effective cash close on June 8. of 93 mmt. Ag Rural put Brazil’s corn *Cash grain price change represents a two-week period. crop at 90.9 mmt and one private esti-

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Weather will be a major influence in soybean market NYSTROM, from pg. 13 2.72 billion bushels. This equates to 98 percent of the USDA’s 2.775 billion bushels projection. New crop sales were 17.3 million bushels. Total new crop commitments are 593.2 million bushels vs. the USDA’s 2.45 billion bushel outlook. As of May 27, China had 330 million bushels of unshipped U.S. corn on the books. Many will look for the USDA to raise old crop corn exports at least 25 million bushels on the June 10 report.

The weekly ethanol report showed production up 23,000 barrels per day to 1 million bpd. This is only down 1 percent from pre-Covid 2019 levels and is the highest of the marketing year. Ethanol stocks were the lowest for this week since 2014 at 19.6 million barrels. Net margins dropped 11 cents to 33 cents per gallon. Weekly gasoline demand fell .3 million bpd to 9.2 million bpd and is 3.1 percent behind 2019 levels.

It was announced this week that POET will buy Flint Hills ethanol business, increasing their total ethanol production 40 percent to 3 billion gallons annually.

This accounts for 19 percent of total U.S. ethanol production.

Colorado State University forecasted an aboveaverage hurricane season for the Atlantic with 17 named storms. Of those storms, eight are predicted to become hurricanes and four may develop into major hurricanes. They will update their forecast July 8.

Outlook: Weather forecasts will stay at the top of the list of market movers and prices will fluctuate with the latest map. The most important eight weeks of the growing season are just ahead. A below normal rain pattern and above normal temperature pattern is the current forecast through June 15. Pesky dryness across the upper Midwest, including northern Iowa. There are some predictions that we have a 50/50 chance of taking out $7.35.25 May high in July corn. Brazilian crop estimates continue to decline and China’s appetite for old and new crop corn continue to provide general support. If weather is less than favorable, we could have explosive markets. If it looks like weather forecasts are improving, reversals could come quickly. Be diligent and prepared for about anything. For now, polish up those crystal balls for guidance.

For the week, July corn gained 26 cents at $6.82.75 and the December contract rallied 46 cents to $5.91.5 per bushel.

SOYBEANS — Soybean strength took its lead from the soyoil market which came very close to trading to record highs. World vegetable oil markets have been a highlight with demand rising and production a concern. Nearby soyoil set a new contract high and came within a penny of establishing a new record high! Malaysian plantations are limited to 60 percent of their workforce capacity due to Covid restrictions. India, the world’s biggest importer of vegetable oil, is considering lowering their import duty on vegetable oil to dampen consumer prices after cooking oil prices hit record levels in May. Demand is rising

as economies reopen.

Both Argentina and Brazil are fighting lower water levels. Brazil’s Committee to Monitor the Electrical Sector said rainfall from September 2020 to May 2021 was the lowest in 91 years, when records began.

According to the Ministry of Mines and Energy, water levels at hydroelectric dams is severely low and they may need to reduce electrical consumption.

Brazil’s infrastructure minister said low water levels will inevitably disrupt navigation on the TieteParana waterway, citing the worst water crisis in nearly a century. River levels in Argentina are limiting loading levels of vessels and increasing the cost of transportation as well as slowing it down.

The monthly National Agriculture Statistics Service Oilseed Crush report indicated 169.9 million bushels of soybeans were crushed in April. This was below the trade’s 171.1 million bushel estimate.

Soyoil stocks were 2.176 billion pounds compared to 2.1721 billion pounds expected.

Weekly export sales were within expectations at 700,000 bushels, bringing total commitments to 2.2 billion bushels or 99 percent of the USDA’s 2.28 billion bushel forecast. China accounts for 58 percent of our old crop soybean sales so far this marketing year with 25.6 million bushels left to ship in this year.

New crop sales were 6.7 million bushels. New crop

sales are 273.8 million bushels or 13.2 percent of the USDA’s estimate.

Soybean planting as of May 30 was 84 percent complete vs. 67 percent on average and 88 percent expected by the trade. Soybeans emergence was 62 percent compared to 42 percent on average.

Outlook: Soybeans moved higher to begin the week on concern over frost/freeze in parts of the northern belt, and then hot/dry forecasts took the lead. Continue to monitor the soyoil market for underlying direction. The headlines will focus on each and every weather forecast, so get used to high volatility, large daily ranges, and quick swings. If there isn’t any relief in sight, we could be in for hyper markets. If we do get relief, the party could be over.

Only Mother Nature knows for sure.

For the week, July soybeans were 53.25 cents higher at $15.83.75 and the November contract was 62.75 cents higher at $14.35.5 per bushel.

Nystrom’s notes: Contract changes for the week as of the close on June 4 (July contracts): Chicago wheat was up 24.25 cents at $6.87.75, Kansas City was up 23.25 cents at $6.36.5, and Minneapolis rallied an amazing 85.25 cents to $8.12.75 per bushel.

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June 15 — Dairy Grazing Pasture Walk — Houston, Minn. — Graziers, dairy farmers and interested parties are invited to connect and share experiences in the field. Contact Angie Walter at (320) 815-9293.

June 24 — Silvopasture and Oak Savanna Workshop — Mankato, Minn. — Workshop will introduce farmers and land managers to silvopasture as a management option and show how managed grazing has been used for the restoration of oak savanna. Contact Gary Wyatt at wyatt@umn.edu or (507) 389-6748.

June 29 — Feedlot Forum — Sioux Center, Iowa — Matt Deppe, CEO of Iowa Cattlemen’s Association, is teaming up with Brad Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek Trading, Inc., and Cora Fox, Iowa Cattlemen’s Director of Government Relations, to present “Regulatory Solutions to Cattle Marketing.” The program focuses on issues critical to beef feedlot producers and cutting-edge technology available from agri-business professionals. Contact Beth Doran at doranb@ iastate.edu or (712) 737-4230.

July 7-10 — Pipestone Sheep for Profit School — Pipestone, Minn. — A professional management and business school for the sheep industry to help improve sheep management skills, increase profitability and form relationships in your business - combining lecture, group discussion and visits to area sheep operations. Contact Philip Berg at Philip. berg@mnwest.edu or (507) 825-6799.

July 8-9 — 2021 South Dakota Governor’s Agricultural Summit — Sioux Falls, S.D. — Sponsored by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources.

July 8 — Dairy Grazing Pasture Walk — St. Cloud, Minn. — Graziers, dairy farmers and interested parties are invited to connect and share experiences in the field. Contact Angie Walter at angie@ sfa-mn.org.

July 13 — Beef Tour: Rock-Nobles Cattlemen’s Association — Worthington, Minn. — The Summer Beef Tour and Trade Show showcases experienced cattlemen, innovative techniques and quality beef set-ups. Registrants will have access to more than 50 agricultural-related businesses featuring new products and services available to cattlemen through the Trade Show. Contact Matt Widboom at mwidboom@ gmail.com or (507) 376-7313.

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Farmers meet to protect Bridgewater streams Farmers, resource professionals, and scientists are working together to improve the water quality of local watersheds in northern Rice County. The Farmers Protecting Bridgewater Streams Project provides financial incentives to farmers to try cover crops. The project also includes monitoring of water exiting farm tile lines to track the improvement of water quality in local streams.

Farmers in Rice Creek, Wolf Creek, and Heath Creek watersheds may now apply for the Farmers Protecting Bridgewater Streams Cover Crop Incentive Program. The program provides incentive payments of up to $35 per acre to try the cover crop practice for themselves. In addition, farmers in Rice

Creek who have been receiving incentives can also get $11 per acre to continue the use of cover crops.

Farmers and landowners living in the project area can find out more about the project and the Farmers Protecting Bridgewater Streams Cover Crop Incentive Program at an informational meeting on June 15 at the L & M Bar & Grill in Dundas. The meeting will take place from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the outdoor patio of the bar. Dinner and a free beverage will be served.

Interested farmers and landowners should RSVP to the Rice Soil and Water Conservation District at (507) 332-5408 or at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ informational-meeting-farmers-protecting-bridgewa-

ter-streams-project-tickets-153833882283. Attendees are asked to follow state and local mask guidelines when attending the event.

Landowners who are interested in trying cover crops on their farm may contact the Rice SWCD at (507) 332-5408 to learn more about available programs to fund the practice. They also offer full-service custom interseeding, so farmers don’t have to invest in equipment in order to plant cover crops.

Learn more at the at district’s website at www. riceswcd.org.

This article was submitted by the Rice County Soil and Water Conservation District. v

Options available for managing emerald ash borer HAMPTON, Iowa – Owners of ash trees are faced with some potentially big decisions about how to protect their trees against the destruction of emerald ash borer.

Although there is no perfect solution, insecticides are available to protect high-value trees.

A group of specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach recently published a guide called “Emerald Ash Borer Management Options.”

This four-page resource explains how to determine the value of ash trees, the cost of treatment and how to compare the different treatment options available.

Once emerald ash borer is confirmed, ash trees within 15 miles are considered at risk, according to Laura Iles, director and extension plant pathologist with the Plant and Insect Diagnostic Clinic at Iowa State University.

Secure plan a must SWINE & U, from pg. 12 As Covid-19 issues begin to wane, swine producers will once again hear more about the secure pork supply plan throughout 2021. Details are in place to assist producers, veterinarians and harvest plants in putting together a plan and enrolling. The secure pork supply plan is voluntary. Countless hours and thought have gone into preparing the pig community for continuity of business in the event of a foreign animal disease outbreak.

More details can be found at www.securepork.org.

Producers wanting some personal help with their secure pork supply plan can contact Extension swine educators Diane DeWitte (stouf002@umn.edu) or Sarah Schieck Boelke (schi0466@umn.edu) for further assistance.

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“Once EAB is established in an area, all untreated ash trees will be killed,” she said. “You don’t want to wait until EAB is attacking your tree before you begin treatment.”

According to the publication, pesticides are effective at treating healthy trees in yards and parks.

Treating large wooded areas is not practical or cost effective and may exceed the per-acre pesticide application limits which must be followed.

Iles said it’s necessary for a tree to be healthy before treatment so the tree can transport the insecticide to the top, where the ash borers usually begin feeding. Trees with less than 30 percent dieback at

the crown are considered the best candidates.

Depending on the size of your tree, pesticides can be applied as a trunk injection, soil drench, soil injection or basal trunk spray. The publication gives the pros and cons of each option and the range of time it takes for the tree to distribute the insecticide, which can be as little as one week or as long as eight weeks.

For more information, Iles can be reached at ljesse@iastate.edu or (515) 294-0581.

This article was submitted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. v

Webinar on lung health in heifers Join Dairy Calf and Heifer Association for its next webinar, “Healthy Heifers have Healthy Lungs,” set for June 21, at 2 p.m. Lowell Midla, Merck Animal Health dairy technical services manager, is the presenter for this free, one-hour educational offering.

Heifers are the future of all dairy operations, with herd managers striving for healthy heifers on the day of calving. Most respiratory disease events occur prior to approximately 4 months of age. Therefore, preventing respiratory disease in young heifers is important to the future of any dairy farm business.

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Aluminum Planks; Lumber; Ramco Wallpaper Machine, Model HS-62; Painting Materials; Tractor Chains; Implement Tires & Rims; 300 Wooden Pallets ; Century Wire Feed Welder; Lincoln AC-180 Welder; Welding Table; Craftsman 10” Radial Arm Saw; Wilton Scroll Saw; 220 Electric Cord; Livestock Hair Clipper; Hay Core Sample Tester; Trophy Hunter & Police Trainer Arcade Game

We Sell the Earth & Everything On It.

MF & CIH Inline Balers, JD 466 Baler, Rakes, CIH Discbine, (19) Bale Throw Racks Hesston 1840 Inline Small GRAND MEADOW $600,000 Beautiful turn-key acreage with 4 BR 3BA Friday, June 18, 2021 • 10:00 a.m. MF Square Baler, Belt Kicker, Hyd. All Machinery Is Well Maintained & Shedded rambler, 5 sheds, abundant fencing and pasture on approx. 18.7 ac.

Tension, Looks New; CIH 8530 Viewing: Saturday June 12 & Sunday June 13, 9:00AM – 4:00PM MLS#5718863 NEW LISTING! Inline Small Square Baler, Belt FOR COMPLETE DETAILS, PHOTOS & CATALOG GO TO STEWARTVILLE: $489,900 location 44 BR 22 BA picturesque rambler on Kicker, Hyd. Tension, Looks New; STEWARTVILLE: $549,900 Great locationturn-key BRrambler BA picturesque rambler STEWARTVILLE: $575,000.

Great location 4 BRGreat 2 BABeautiful picturesque GRAND MEADOW $600,000 acreage with 4 BR 3BA on www.maringauction.com JD 466 Round Baler, Net/Twine, approx.

24 acres.

Oversized 2 stall garage with 2 storage sheds just minutes on approx.

24 acres.

Oversized 2 stall garage with 2 storage sheds just approx.

24 acres.

Oversized 2 stall garage with 2 storage sheds just minutes to rambler, 5 sheds, abundant fencing and pasture on approx. 18.7 ac.

4x6, 13,286 Bales, SN: 144319; 4 Very Good IHC 986 & 886 to Rochester!

MLS# 5716983 PRICE REDUCED! minutes to Rochester!

MLS# 5716953 LISTING! Kuhn GF 7802 THA Digidrive Hay Rochester!

MLS# 5716983 PRICE REDUCED! MLS#5718863 NEW LISTING! Tractors & MF 275 Tedder, 6 Wheels, Hyd. Lift ; H&S GRAND MEADOW $600,000 Beautiful turn-key acreage 4picturesque BR43BR BA3BA rambler on STEWARTVILLE: $575,000.

Great location 4 BR 2 BA with rambler GRAND MEADOW $600,000 Beautiful turn-key acreage rambler IHC 986, 2458 Hrs, Cab, 18.4x34, AR1061 V-Rake, 10 Wheel w/Kicker, Like New; H&S 10RACINE: 3BR, 1BA, on 10-acres.

MLS# 5701169 PENDING Wheel $299,000. 18.7 ac. with 5 sheds MLS# 5718863 PENDING! 3pt, 540/1000PTO, 2 Hyd., Rock V-Rake, Hyd. Lift; H&S Hay Machine Merger Tedder, 3 Wheel on approx.

24 acres.

Oversized 2 stall garage with 2 storage sheds just 5 sheds, abundant MLS# fencing5695397 and pasture on approx. 18.7 ac.

MOWER COUNTY: Approx.

193-acres.

PENDING Box, SN: U17588; IHC 886, 6026 Wing; Pequea 710 Hay Tedder; CIH DC102 Discbine, 1000PTO, RACINE: $299,000.

3BR, 1BA, on5716953 10-acres.NEW MLS# 5701169 SOLD minutes to Rochester!

MLS# LISTING! MLS# 5718863 PENDING! Hrs, 16.9x38, 540/1000PTO, 2 Hyd., Good Rubber Rolls, 10’, Draw Bar Hitch; Allied 50’ Bale Conveyor, MOWER COUNTY: Approx.

120-acres.

MLS# 5705409 SOLD 3pt, German Diesel, Rock Box, SN: 1hp; 6 Place Round Bale Trailer, Self Unload; (19) Meyers, EZ “Need listings!

We have qualified buyers!”

RACINE: $299,000.

3BR, 1BA, on 10-acres.

MLS# 5701169 PENDING RACINE: $299,000.

3BR, 1BA, onSOLD 10-acres. MLS# 5701169 PENDING COUNTY: Approx.

108-acres.

MLS# 5705429 U18129; IHC 886, 6938 Hrs, 18.4x34, Trail, H&S And Storm, 9’ x 16’ Bale Throw Racks, 8 & MOWER 10 Ton MOWER COUNTY: Approx.

193-acres.

MLS# 5695397 PENDING 540/1000PTO, 3pt, 2 Hyd., Rock Gears; 5 Bar Hay Racks w/Squadron Hitch; (2) 3pt Bale Movers; RACINE: 10,000 sq.MOWER ft. building on 2.12-acres.

Multiple uses!

MLS# 5247299 “Need listings!

We have qualified buyers!”

COUNTY: Approx. 193-acres. MLS# 5695397 SOLD Box, SN: U1456; IHC 886, 6973 Hrs, 18.4x38, 540/1000PTO, 3pt, (2) NH 56 Hay Racks; Rolls Of Net Wrap And Plastic Bale Twine MOWER COUNTY: Approx. 120-acres. MLS# 5705409 SOLD MOWER COUNTY: Approx. 120-acres. MLS# 5705409 SOLD 2 Hyd., Rock Box, SN: U12265; MF 275, Open Station, 1320 Hrs, MOWER COUNTY: Approx.

193-acres.

MLS# 5695397 PENDING MOWER COUNTY: Approx.

108-acres.

MLS# 5705429 SOLD 15.5x38, Fenders, 540PTO, 3pt, 2 Hyd, 67 Hp; Set Of 18.4x38 Axle Terms: cash, check, credit cards. All sales final. All sales selling as-is condition, with Full Farm Services MOWERManagement COUNTY: Approx.

108-acres.

MLS# 5705429 SOLD Duals no warrantees or guaranty expressed or implied. All items must be paid for in full the MOWER COUNTY: Approx.

120-acres.

MLS# 5705409 SOLD RACINE: 10,000 sq. ft. building on 2.12-acres.

Multiple uses!

MLS# 5247299 including Rental Rates, Government & Environmental RACINE: 10,000 sq.Programs ft. building on 2.12-acres.Issues Multiple uses! MLS#5247299 day of the auction. 14 Days to remove the items purchased.

MOWER COUNTY: Approx.Turnkey 108-acres.

MLS# 5705429 SOLDproperty, 2 com Gooseneck Flatbed, Tillage & Seeding Machinery, BROWNSDALE: $134,900 remodeled commercial www.maringauction.com Farm Related Items Randy Queensland • 507-273-3890 • randy@lrmrealestate.com RACINE: 10,000 ft. building ongreat 2.12-acres. uses!

MLS#5247299 Fullsq.Farm Management Services mercial office/retail spaces with highwayMultiple frontage.

Great investment ’14 Fleetneck By Diamond C Gooseneck Flatbed Trailer, 32’, Ryan Queensland • 507-273-3000 • ryan@lrmrealestate.com 10,000lbs Tandem Axle Duals, Ramps; JD 215 Tandem Disc, includingMLS#5751160 RentalFarm Rates, Government Programs Services & Environmental Issues opportunity!

NEW LISTING! Full Management 16.5’, Cone Blades; IHC 710 Plow, 3x18s, Auto; Kewanee 12’ Grand Meadow, MN • 800-658-2340 including Rental Programs & Environmental Issues Disk; Brillion 8’ Seeder/Cultipacker On Rubber; (2) IHC 45 Field Full Rates, Farm Management Services Randy Queensland •Government 507-273-3890 • randy@lrmrealestate.com Cultivators, 12’, 3pt & Pull Type; Kovar 4 Section Tine Drag On including Rental Rates,••Government Programs & Environmental Issues Randy Queensland 507-273-3890 ••randy@Irmrealestate.com Ryan Queensland 507-273-3000 ryan@lrmrealestate.com MATT MARING AUCTION CO. INC. • PO Box 37, Kenyon, MN 55946 Cart; 95 Bushel Poly Cone Feed Bin On Skids; 16’ x 4” Auger; 507-789-5421 • 800-801-4502 (2) Poly Hoppers; Easy Way Cattle Oiler; Poly Tube Round Bale Ryan Queensland • 507-273-3890 507-273-3000 ryan@Irmrealstate.com Randy Grand Meadow, MN •• randy@Irmrealestate.com 800-658-2340 Feeder; Livestock Gates; Electric Fencers, Steel T Post; (3) 40’ Matt Maring, Lic. #25-28 • 507-951-8354 Auction Location: 12755 46th Street Watertown, MN 55388

Robert (Bob) McCabe Estate Ann McCabe, Seller/Owner

Extension Ladders; 25’ Extension Ladder; Scaffolding Set; (2) 20’

Kevin Maring Lic 25-70 & Adam Engen Lic# 25-93

Grand Meadow, MN • 800-658-2340 Ryan Queensland • 507-273-3000 • ryan@Irmrealstate.com Grand Meadow, MN • 800-658-2340

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Farm Equipment

I rFOR SALE: Brandt model - 5200EX grain vac; Brandt d 10x70 grain auger w/ swing . hopper; Demco 750 bu grav- ity box w/ tarp; New Idea n round baler, model 4865, - twine & net wrap; Tebben & 3pt 9 shank, 30” spacing - w/ cover boards; OMC 595 w round baler w/ twine tie; (2) Hiniker 8R30” cultivators, 1 black 1 gray. All in good condition. Retiring. 320-630-1777 FOR SALE: Donahue 28’ trailer, $1,500; Hesston 30A stacker for parts or fix up, $1,200; Kuhn 12 bale accumulator & grabber, like new, $9,000; Miller Supreme silage wagon, good shape, heavy running gear, $500; Lilliston 8R30” cultivator, $1,000. 507-317-7529

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Steffes Auction Calendar 2021 For more info, call: 1-800-726-8609 or visit our website: SteffesGroup.com

Opening June 7 & Closing June 17 EnRec Solutions Excess Equipment Auction, Chippewa Falls, WI, Timed Online Auction Opening June 8 & Closing June 15 at 1PM Steffes Truck & Transportation Auction, Mt. Pleasant, IA, Timed Online Auction Opening June 8 & Closing June 15 at 7PM Mike Beltz Farm Retirement Auction, Hillsboro, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 8 & Closing June 16 at 7PM Litchfield Farm Equipment Auction, Litchfield, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening June 9 & Closing June 16 at 12PM Larry & Veronica Christenson Retirement Auction, Kramer, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 10 & Closing June 15 Duane & Karen Hanson Farm Retirement Auction, Crookston, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening June 10 & Closing June 15 at 12PM Norman County, MN Land Auction - 320± Acres, Borup, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening June 10 & Closing June 16 Bruce Pueppke Farm Retirement Auction, Mitchell, SD, Timed Online Auction Opening June 10 at 8AM & Closing June 17 at 1PM Walsh County, ND Hideaway Lodge & Recreational Land Auction, Edinburg, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 10 & Closing June 17 at 7PM Peter & Linda Torgerson Retirement Auction, Edinburg, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 11 & Closing June 16 Lynn & Robin Shelver Retirement Auction, Enderlin, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 14 & Closing June 16 at 12PM MDT Hettinger County, ND Land Auction - 766± Acres, Mott, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 14 & Closing June 22 Hubbard County, MN – Grain Bin Site, Feed Mill & Hog Barns Auction, Hubbard County, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening June 14 & Closing June 22 at 7PM Smith Farms Grain Handling Equipment Auction, Grove City, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening June 14 & Closing June 23 Mille Lacs County, MN Home and Grain Facility, Princeton, MN, Timed Online Auction Opening June 16 & Closing June 21 Secured Lender Farm Equipment Auction, Maddock, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 16 & Closing June 23 at 1PM Bear Mountain LLC Inventory Reduction Auction, New Town, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 17 & Closing June 22 Robert & Patricia Sanden Farm Retirement Auction, Barney, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 17 & Closing June 24 Otto Farms Equipment Auction, Lansford, ND, Timed Online Auction Opening June 18 & Closing June 23 Online Steffes Auction – 6/23, Upper Midwest Locations, Timed Online Auction Thursday, June 24 at 10AM Gerard & Karen Weinandt Farm Retirement Auction, Brewster, MN

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FOR SALE: Case IH #60 FOR SALE: 1993 1840 Case stalk shredder, re-built with skid loader with accessories, hoods, knives & pins, $3,500. 5024 hours, 2 tires to go with Top Aire 500 gal sprayer, hyd it, John Deere bale fork, 25 x-fold, 60’ boom, Raven con- gallons diesel fuel. 507-381troller, $5,000/OBO. Will sep- 1160 arate. 507-276-5733

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ROLLING GREEN & FAIRMONT TWP,

MARTIN CO, MN

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Majestic Convection Oven Model M-1-GL.

2 compartment Stainless Steel Sink

Seco-matic Industrial Buffet 73”L x 36” T x 32”

#2054 Simmering Farm

Auction Location: Holiday Inn, Fairmont, MN TRACT 1: 160 Acres in the N 1/4 of section 35 of Rolling Green Twp. There are 158.01 tillable acres. The CPI is excellent at 91.5 TRACT 2: 18.16 Acres in section 5 of Fairmont Twp. Beautiful tract for the future. Trees and creek at the very edge of town.

Don’t pass this up.

Blue Star Model PS 25-01 Standby Generator.

25 KW, Natural Gas, 2.4 GM Engine

TERMS: Tract 1: $100,000 down the day of the auction. Buyer will receive 2021 rent and pay real estate taxes for 2021. Tract 2: $10,000 down the day of the auction. 2% buyers premium. Balance due on or about July 19, 2021.

NOTE: This is only a small portion of what is available. Log onto Kerkhoffauction.com for online bidding and a complete list of lots. ~Doug

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LANDPROZ BROKER /AUCTIONEER – 24-21 Minnesota and Iowa 507-383-1067 • gregjensen@landproz.com Broker Beau Jensen - MN, IA / Broker Brian Haugen - MN, SD, IA, WI, IL, KS / Broker Amy Willett - MO LandProz Real Estate, LLC. 111 East Clark Street, Albert Lea, MN 56007

Successful auctions start in The Land!

Large Onsite & Online John Deere Farm Retirement Auction

MATT MARING CO.

We Sell the Earth & Everything On It.

Auction Location: 24151 Johnson Memorial Drive, Belle Plaine, MN

Thursday, June 24, 2021 • 9:30 a.m.

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7 John Deere Tractors & GPS Equipment

‘14 JD 9560R 4WD, 2952 Hrs, PS, 5 Hyd, Weights, SN: P012296; ‘11 JD 8360RT, 3947 Hrs, 24”, IVT, SN: RLBD905973; ‘02 JD 8420 MFWD, 10784 Hrs, PS, ATU 200, SN: P004129; ‘96 JD 8100 MFWD, 10251 Hrs, PS, ATU 200, SN: P004864 ; JD 4630 w/148 Joystick Loader, 11661 Hrs, PS; JD 4440 15996 Hrs, PS; JD 4430, Unk Hrs, PS, (4) JD 2630 Displays & (4) JD Starfire 3000 Globes, SF1

Planting & Tillage Equipment

‘12 JD 1770NT CCS, 24R30”, SN: EKCM750329 ; Travis Hitch Doc HSC4000 Box Seed Tender; JD 515 Grain Drill, 15’x7.5” ; JD 2210 FC, 55.5’, 5 Bar ; JD 2700, 9 Shank, 24”; JD 610 Chisel Plow, 12 Shank; JD 5 Section Drag, Hyd Cart; Nitro Master 8500 NH3 Tool Bar, 62.5’, Raven Cooler; JD 230 Disk, 24.5’; Stoughton 53’ Van Water Tender Trailer

Livestock & Manure Equipment

Nuhn 6750 Manure Tank, 5 Disc Injector, Krohne Flow Meter; Walker SS 6700 Gal. Semi Manure Tanker, Hydro-Engineer Pump System; JD Double Frame 15 Disc Manure Injector, Krohne Flow Meter ; DMI 527 Ripper w/Hydro Engineer Drag Line System, Krohne Flow Rate ; Krohne IFC-300F Meter; Hydro Engineering Pump Trailer, Isuzu Diesel; (2) Manure Hose Reels w/ 1 Mile Hoses; Doda 3pt. Manure Pump, 10’x6”; Hydro-Spread 2414 Spreader, Poly; Real-Tuff Squeeze/Head Gate Shoot; JD 569 Baler, 6,964 Bales; H&S V10 Rake; Penta 5610 TMR Mixer Mill

JD S680, Heads & Grain Cart

‘16 JD S680 RWD, 1171 Sep, 1672 Engine, Pro-Drive, SN: SBG0785302 ; ‘16 JD 640FB Hydra Flex Draper, SN: FDTG0785276; ‘11 JD 608C StalkMaster, SN: CCTB0740563 ; (2) Head Carts ; Brent 1080 Grain Cart, Scale

Semis & Trailers

‘98 IHC 9400 Day Cab, 60 Series, 10sp, ; ‘00 Mack CH613 Day Cab, E7400, 10 Sp, Wet Kit; ‘93 KW T600 Day Cab, N14, 9 Sp, Wet Kit; ‘94 IHC 9400 Pro Sleeper, 3406 Cat, 13 Sp; ‘90 KW T600A Day Cab, 60 Series, 10 Sp, Wet Kit; ‘96 Freightliner Day Cab Single Axle, M11; ‘98 Fontain Ultra Flat Bed, 48’x102”; ‘09 & ‘96 Timpte Grain Trailer, 40’x96”x70”; 03 Wilson 53’ Tri-Axle Livestock Pot Trailer, Double Deck ; 06 Featherlite Gooseneck Livestock Trailer, 30’x96”; 07 Utility Refer Semi Van Trailer, 53’

Backhoe, Augers, Feed Truck & Pickups

JD 310SE Backhoe/Loader, 4x4, 6889 Hrs, Full Cab; Sullair Trailer Air Compressor; Westfield MK130-71 Plus & MK100-71 Swing Hopper Auger; Feterl 1292 Swing Hopper Auger; Westfield WR8026 Auger; ‘94 Ford L8000 w/CEI Pacer 5 Com. Feed Body; Parker 2600 & MN 250 Wagons; ‘08 Chevy 2500HD, 6.0L ; 06 Chevy 2500, 6.6L Duramax; ‘96 Ford F250, 7.3L ; ‘04 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Motorcycle; Yamaha Grizzle 660 ATV; 48” Box Fan

Viewing Dates: June 21 -23 • 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Terms: Cash, check, credit cards, all sales final, all sales as-is with no warranties or guarantees expressed or implied. All items must be removed within 14 days of auction.

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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 & Adam Engen Lic# 25-93

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Harms Mfg. Land Rollers, FOR SALE: 2008 John Deere Brand New, 12’-$8,325; 1750 planter, 8R30”, finger 14’-$8,825; 16’-$9,350; 24’- pickup, dry fertilizer, row $18,700; 32’-$22,450; 42’- cleaners, John Deere mon$26,000; Others from 8’-62’. itor 350, low acres, $30,000.

715-234-1993 320-583-3131 We buy Salvage Equipment Parts Available Hammell Equip., Inc. (507)867-4910

Tractors

Spraying Equip FOR SALE: Hardi high wheel sprayer, 80’ boom, 950 gallon tank, rinse tank, hand wash tank, field ready, 3 way nozzles. Retiring. 507-822-2188

NEW AND USED TRACTOR PARTS JD 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, Harvesting Equip 55, 50 Series & newer tractors, AC-all models, Large FOR SALE: John Deere 7720 Inventory, We ship! Mark combine, Maurer hopper Heitman Tractor Salvage extension, 643 John Deere 715-673-4829 cornhead. 507-220-0487

LARGE SAUK CENTRE- GREY EAGLE, MN AREA DAIRY CATTLE & MILKING EQUIPMENT AUCTION TUESDAY JUNE 29TH, 2021 – 11: 00 AM

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LOCATION: EXIT I-94 AT SAUK CENTRE, MN (EXIT 127) THEN 2.5 MILES NORTH ON US 71 THEN 6.7 MILES EAST ON MN STATE 28.

150 OUTSTANDING HIGH PRODUCING HOLSTEINS SELL UNDERCOVER NOTE: VERY GOOD 2ND GENERATION STEARNS COUNTY HERD OF YOUNG WELL UDDERED COWS, BRED AND OPEN HEIFERS. 2 X 24,873 M, 3.8 938 F, 3.1 763 P, 75# TANK AVG, 30 OVER 100# WITH INDIVIDUALS OVER 130#. SEVERAL RECENTLY FRESH OR DUE SOON. EXCLUSIVELY AI BRED FOR OVER 35 YEARS. TIE STALL HERD, EXCELLENT HERD HEALTH PROGRAM. FOR CATALOG W/ BREEDING & PRODUCTION INFO PH. 320-760-2979 OR SEE ONLINE AT www.midamericanauctioninc.com INC: 95 FANCY YOUNG COWS, 69 1 ST & 2ND LACT. SEVERAL RECENTLY FRESH OR DUE SOON; 35 FANCY BRED HEIFERS DUE FROM SALE TIME ON, ALL BRED SEXED SEMEN (HEAD LOCK TRAINED); 20 BEAUTIFUL OPEN HEIFERS HEFIERS BREEDING AGE ( HEAD LOCK TRAINED) DAIRY EQUIPMENT ALFA-LAVAL 2000 GALLON BULK TANK / AUTO WASH, TWO COMPRESSORS, S# LH4782; (9) DELAVAL MU-BLUE 24 VOLT ATO’S , SINGLE HOOK UP PISTOL GRIPS SELL INDIVIDUALLY, ( 58 DELAVAL MULTI POINT STALL PORTS, QUICK CONNECT WIRE & CONTROLLER SELL AS UNIT); DELAVAL VP 78 VAC. PUMP, DELAVAL PIPELINE FOR 90 COWS, PLATE COOLER, FREE HEATER

DALE & PATSY AHRENS OWNERS PH. 320-250-4553 26429 STATE 28, GREY EAGLE, MN

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LARGE RETIREMENT COLLECTIBLE TRACTOR & TOY AUCTION FRIDAY JUNE 18TH, 2021 – 10:30 AM LOCATED: 20543 CATTAIL DRIVE, PARKERS PRAIRIE, MN NOTE: NICE LINE OF WORKING AND COLLECTIBLE TRACTORS, MOST OLDER TRACTORS HAVE OLDER RESTORATIONS AND ARE IN RUNNING COND. OVER 125 TOY TRACTORS AND ACCESSORIES. ONLINE BIDDING ON MAJOR ITEMS THROUGH PROXIBID. FOR COMPLETE LISTING SEE: www.midamericanauctioninc.com OR PHONE 320-760-297, TOYS SELL AT APPROX. 10:45 WITH TRACTORS TO FOLLOW WORKING AND COLLECTIBLE TRACTORS '78 IH 986 WITH IH 2350 HYD. LOADER, CAB, 8 FT. BUCKET, SHOWS 6210 HOURS; '69 ALLIS 180 GAS WITH ALLIED 580 HYD. LOADER & BUCKET, SHOWS 6706 HOURS; COLLECTIBLE TRACTORS INCL: 1940 FARMALL A WITH WHEEL WGTS; FARMALL B, CULTI-VISION; NICE FARMALL SUPER C; '46 FARMALL M WITH SINGLE FRONT WHEEL; '46 FARMALL H; '50 JD B; JD B; '54 FORD NAA; FORD 8N; FORD 961 POWER MASTER DSL; ALLIS CAWIDE FRONT, 2 X 14 PLOW FITS CA; LATE ALLIS WD; '37 ALLIS WC; OLIVER 66; MM R; (2) CASE VAC TRACTORS; GAMBLES FARMCREST 30; JD 420 WF AFTER MKT. 3 PT; IH 45 20' FIELD CULT; JD AS 12' DISC; 3 PT. 2 R CULT; JD #5 MOWER; ALLIED 7' SNOW BLOWER AND MORE. NICE COLLECTION OF TOYS & HARNESS JD A PEDAL TRACTOR; AGCO ALLIS 8765 PEDAL TRACTOR; 2 WHEEL TRAILER FOR PEDAL TRACTOR; OVER 100 TOY TRACTORS REPRESENTING MAJOR BRANDS

BY ERTS-DYERSVILLE AND OTHERS. FANCY SET OF UNUSED AMISH CRAFTED DOUBLE HARNESS FOR PLEASURE SIZE HORSES, BRIDLES, LINES, SS HARDWARE.

RICHARD MOLITOR OWNER PH. 320-250-3115

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eAll kinds of New & Used farm WANTED: 1909-1940 Ford FOR SALE: Black Angus bulls r equipment - disc chisels, field Cars & Parts, Old Tin, Por- also Hamp, York, & Hamp/ w cults, planters, soil finishers, celain & Neon Signs, Old Gas Duroc boars & gilts. Alfred - cornheads, feed mills, discs, Pumps & Globes, Old Oil Kemen 320-598-3790 . balers, haybines, etc. 507- Cans & Bottles, Other Old 438-9782 Car Related Items. Please Sell your livestock in The Land Call 507-665-6893 with a line ad. 507-345-4523 Wanted to Buy: JD 725 6, 8 & 12 row - front mount cultiva- WANTED: IH 1660 Combine tors; Stanhoist and Bushhog 612-867-2483 Cattle steel barge boxes; Gehl and l Lorentz grinder/mixers; plus n FOR SALE: Semen tested Your ad all types of farm machinery. h Limousin black bulls, low could be here!

Wanted: also JD 4430 1975 or birth weight. John Goelz newer. 507-251-2685 507-345-4523 Franklin MN. 507-215-0309

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This week’s Back Roads is the work of The Land Correspondent Tim King. Photos by Jan King.

Minnesota’s unfragmented wonder

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he half-mile long driveway to the crew bunk house at The Nature Conservancy’s 1,734 acre Lake Alexander Preserve in Morrison County begins at 7467 Bear Road — five miles east of the town of Cushing, Minn. Just across the road, on the shores of Lake Alexander, are the vast and perfectly-clipped lawns of mini-mansions. But the narrow onelane Nature Conservancy driveway quickly rises above that and into a world of towering oaks and pines among small ponds — some of which are graced with beaver lodges.

For a flatland driver, the first trip up the steep winding driveway has the feel of mountain driving in the Ozarks. The road was cut out of the hillside years ago; and on the downward side drops 50 or more feet to quiet ponds. (At one pond we stop and watch a muskrat come and go from a lodge it may be sharing with a beaver.) These steep hills are called knobs. The ponds are kettles and are the size of a very large block of ice which was left behind as the glaciers retreated thousands of years ago.

The knobs are very big piles of glacial rubble which had been under the vast ice sheet.

The knob and kettle geography are unusual, but the size of the unfragmented forest is what is particularly interesting to The Conservancy.

Combined with nearly 11,000 acres of virtually

Morrison County

undisturbed habitat in the neighboring Camp Ripley Military Reserve, it is one the largest unfragmented mixed hardwood forests in Minnesota.

Because of that, the area supports the largest population of red-shouldered hawks in the state. To survive, the hawks require large expanses of unbroken forest. The Preserve is also home to a population of porcupines and central Minnesota’s oldest established timber wolf pack lives in Camp Ripley’s extensive forest.

The forest at Lake Alexander Preserve has an open, park-like look to it. That’s because The Nature Conservancy manages it with controlled burning. By doing so, they protect it from raging wild fires fueled by years of accumulated brush and forest debris.

The purpose of Nature Conservancy Preserves is the protection of biological diversity.

However, many of more than 40 preserves in Minnesota and Iowa are open to the public.

The Lake Alexander Preserve has several lightly maintained walking trails branching off the bunk house driveway. Even a short stroll down one will give you a view of another beautiful kettle with a beaver lodge.

Warning: Don’t think of turning around until you reach the bunk house. v

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