Trader's Dispatch - February 2022

FEBRUARY 2022

Vol. XXIII No. 1 P.O. Box 997 Conrad, MT 59425-0997

Phone 406-271-5533 Fax 406-271-5727 website: tradersdispatch.com E-MAIL: advertising @ tradersdispatch.com

Golden Triangle Barley Update February 22 in Conrad, MT The Golden Triangle Barley Conference will be in Conrad on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. The triennial event features some of the industry’s top professionals. The meeting will be held at the Pondera Shooting Sports Complex (972 Granite Rd, Conrad), and will run from 8:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with registration beginning at 8 a.m.

Speakers from Montana State University (MSU) will include Dr. Pat Carr of the Central Ag Research Center in Moccasin, Dr. Jamie Sherman, MSU barley breeder, and Dr. Justin Vetch from the Western Triangle Ag Research Center north of Conrad. Dr. Carr will present on successful crop rotations using barley. Dr. Sherman will provide an update on barley varieties and research and Dr. Vetch will discuss his research results on barley sprouting.

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PRODUCTION SALES

Feb 19, Sparks Herefords, Plevna MT.......................................................... A30 Feb 21, Bulls of the Big Sky Simmental, Angus, SimAngus, Billings MT...... A5 Feb 22, Connelly Angus, Valier MT................................................................. A7 Feb 26, Never Sweat Ranch, Missoula MT................................................... A12 Feb 28, Circle L Angus, Dillon MT................................................................. A11 Mar 1, Apex Angus, Valier MT....................................................................... A13 Mar 1, Hill’s Ranch Simmentals, Stanford MT............................................. A15 Mar 4, Sutherlin Farms Red Angus, Stevensville MT................................... A21 Mar 5, Bulls of the Bitterroot Black Angus, Stevensville MT...................... A16 Mar 5, Redland Red Angus & Gelbvieh, Hysham MT................................... A22 Mar 7, Clear Creek Angus & Weaver Herefords, Chinook MT...................... A23 Mar 7, Veseth Cattle Co., Glasgow MT......................................................... A25 Mar 8, Veltkamp Angus, Manhattan MT....................................................... A27 Mar 10, Fritz Red Angus, Brady MT.............................................................. A29 Mar 11, L Bar W Cattle Company Hereford, Absarokee MT......................... A30 Mar 11, Flesch Angus, Shelby MT......................................................A34 & A35 Mar 12, Duncan Ranch Co, Joplin MT.......................................................... A33 Mar 14, Holden Herefords, Valier MT........................................................... A30 Mar 17, Malek Angus Ranch, Highwood MT................................................ A37 Mar 17, Kicking Horse Ranch, Great Falls MT............................................. A28 Mar 19, Gnerer Angus, Olive MT................................................................... A36 Mar 21, Whistling Winds Angus, Inc, Hingham MT...................................... A38 Mar 23, Peterson Grain & Cattle, Havre MT................................................. A39 Mar 25, Sun River Red Angus, Great Falls MT............................................. A28 Mar 26, Valley View Charolais, Polson MT................................................... A43 Mar 28, Harrer’s Lost Lake Ranch, Great Falls MT...................................... A45 Mar 31, Open Gate Ranch, Simms MT.......................................................... A47 Apr 7, Arntzen Angus Ranch, Hilger MT....................................................... A49 Apr 25 - 29, Central Montana Tarentaise, Fort Benton MT.......................... A24 May 12, Koenig Ranch Reds, Glasgow MT................................................... A51

Nebraska On-Farm Research meeting

Farm operators and agronomists are invited to attend the Nebraska On-Farm Research Network research results update meeting on February 17 at Alliance, Nebraska.

Nebraska farmers conducted over 100 on-farm research studies in 2021, and this meeting is an opportunity to learn from these farmers and network with other innovative producers.

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UPCOMING AUCTIONS

Feb 14 - Mar 1, Musser Bros Auctions & Real Estate, Kramer Farm Retirement, Online............................................................................................................. A4 Mar 4 - 15, Steffes Group Inc, RanSan Farmin Inc, Online.......................... A19 Mar 24 - 31, Smeltzer Auctions & Real Estate, Sorenson Downsizing, Online ..................................................................................................................... A38 Mar 25, Weishaar Auction Service, Wax Retirement Farm, Regent ND....... A41 Spring, Musser Bros Auctions & Real Estate, Spring Sale, Billings............ A32 Apr 1, 2, 3, Creston Auction & County Fair, Creston MT.............................. A11 May 8, Smith Sales, Consignment, Miles City MT......................................... A2

L to R - New board member Levi McEuen, new board member, Justin King, Scott Blackman, Ben Lehfeldt, Incoming President Duane Talcott, John Sampsel, Executive Secretary Leah Johnson, Cord Bieber, Public Affairs Director Calli Michaels, Sam Ortmann, and outgoing President, Ken McKamey. Not pictured, Dave Scott.

Panhandle Soil Health Workshop

The third annual Panhandle Soil Health Workshop sponsored by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center will be an in-person event for ag producers, consultants, and others in the region.

The workshop will take place on March 2 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Prairie Winds Community Center in Bridgeport, Nebraska. The event is free, but registration is needed and can be done online.

Speakers from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS), the University of Wyoming (UW), and New Mexico State University (NMSU), as well as producers, will present soil health, soil health programs, and management practices that affect soil health in the region.

The workshop is intended to appeal primarily to farmers and ranchers, but also to crop consultants and anyone interested in soil, said Bijesh Maharjan, Soil and Nutrient Management Specialist at the UNL Panhandle Research and Extension Center, who is organizing it.

There is no registration fee, but advance registration is required by February 20. People can register online at https://ssp.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1Cdz2tjc8hFXWvk. They also can email Maharjan at bmaharjan@unl.edu or call him at 308-632-1372.

There’s also a link at the Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center’s website, https://panhandle.unl.edu Crop consultants will be able to receive

continuing education units in nutrient management and crop management.

The agenda includes discussion times, breaks, and the following topics from presenters: Soil Health: What Is It, Do We Need It, and Can We Improve It? - Jay Norton, University of Wyoming Extension Soils Specialist and director of the UW Soil Resource Laboratory.

Systems Approach to No-Till and Soil Health – Paul Jasa, Extension Engineer, UNL Soil Organic Matter and Cover Crops: Vesh Raj Thapa, Postdoctoral Research Associate, New Mexico State University Cover Crops and Soil Health – Katja Koehler-Cole, Research Assistant Professor, UNL Lunch Rangeland, Grazing and Soil Health in the Sandhills – Mitch Stephenson, Associate CONTINUED ON PAGE A2

PRIVATE TREATY

Anchor Polled Herefords, Vaughn MT...................... A32 Beery’s Land & Livestock Co., Vida MT.................... A31 Central Montana Tarentaise, Fort Benton MT.......... A24 Clay Creek Angus, Greybull, WY............................... A26 Dallas Polled Herefords, Canyon Creek MT............. A10 Griffin Polled Hereford, Darby MT............................ A31 K.L. Slagsvold Herefords, Lindsay MT...................... A30 M/D Herefords, Baker MT......................................... A30 Maloney Angus & Simmental, Turner MT................. A18 McMurry Cattle, Billings MT..................................... A30 O’Hara Land & Cattle, Fort Benton MT..................... A40 Sleeping Willow Ranch, Stevensville MT................. A17 Wichman Herefords, Moore MT................................ A30

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The Montana Wheat and Barley Committee will update producers on North American barley supply and demand while the US Grains Council will cover current trade and recent dynamics of US grains. Arin Peters from NOAA will provide a weather outlook. Cort Jensen, attorney for the Montana Dept of Agriculture, will cover a variety of topics including knowing who you are doing business with, contract law and liabilities, contract language and recent industry changes and concerns.

The day will conclude with a malting barley industry panel featuring industry representatives from AB-InBev, Molson Coors, Malteurop and Centrol Crop Consulting. The event will conclude with snacks and refreshments around 4 p.m.

Private and commercial pesticide applicator credits will be available at the conference.

Thank you to the Montana Wheat and Barley Committee, American Malting Barley Association and MSU Extension for sponsoring lunch. Thank you to Centrol Crop Consulting for providing the coffee and doughnuts.

Operations are asked to please limit themselves to two representatives. An RSVP by February 18 to the Pondera County Extension Office at (406) 271-4053 or adriane. good@montana.edu is required for the meeting.

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The meeting will begin at 8 a.m. at Knight Museum & Sandhills Center, 908 Yellowstone Ave. The Alliance meeting is part of a statewide meeting, where crop productionrelated information from over 100 on-farm research projects conducted by farmers in partnership with University of Nebraska faculty will be shared with producers. These research projects cover products, practices, and new technologies that impact farm productivity and profitability.

Local research projects to be discussed at Alliance will include dry bean population, variety and inoculation studies and the use of nitrogen inhibitors in corn. There will also be a one-hour presentation on “Palmer Amaranth Management in Dry Beans” by Nevin Lawrence, integrated weed management specialist at the Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center.

The meeting is free and includes lunch served from 11 a.m.-noon to synchronize with the central time zone. Please register at least two days in advance to help in meal planning.

Register online at: GO.UNL.EDU/2022ONFARMRESEA RCH or by calling the Box Butte County Extension Office at: 308-762-5616. The meeting should conclude around 1 p.m. with time at the end to discuss further on farm research ideas.

The Nebraska On-Farm Research Network is a statewide, on-farm research program that addresses critical farmer questions about production, profitability and natural resources.

Growers take an active role in the on-farm research project sponsored by Nebraska Extension in partnership with the Nebraska Corn Growers Association, the Nebraska Corn Board, the Nebraska Soybean Checkoff, and the Nebraska Dry Bean Commission. To learn more about the network and how to participate, visit https://cropwatch.unl.edu/ farmresearch.

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Nebraska Women in Agriculture Conference to be held in Kearney

The Nebraska Women in Agriculture Conference will be held in person this year, February 24-25, 2022, at the Holiday Inn Convention Center in Kearney, Nebraska.

“We are excited to be hosting the conference in-person this year. While we are thankful we could meet online last year, it just can’t replace the face-to-face interaction that makes this conference so great,” said Jessica Groskopf, director of the Nebraska Women in Agriculture Program.

The two-day conference will offer a variety of topics. This year, the conference will feature over 20 workshop sessions. Through this workshop sessions, attendees will learn how to better manage risk, improve their farms and ranches and become more successful operators and business partners.

“This year, we also have an excellent line-up of keynote speakers that our attendees will really enjoy,” said Groskopf. “Katie Dilse, Carey Portell, and Maggie Holub will be joining us at the conference, and each of them has a unique background and story to tell that will inspire attendees.”

To kick off the conference on Thursday, February 24, participants will hear from Dilse, a North Dakota farm girl. She was

named one of the Top 40 under 40 by the Business Watch magazine for her professional development, community contributions, and influential voice. Coming from an agricultural background, she understands the importance of the work women in agriculture do every day.

To wrap up the first day of the conference, Portell, a cattle farmer located in midMissouri, will inspire attendees by talking about how she has overcome barriers after a fatal drunk-driving crash and is now thriving with disabilities.

On Friday, February 25, Holub, a Nebraska crop farmer, will tell her story of returning to the farm after her father passed away. She will discuss balancing the farm, fitness, and a full-time career with Farm Credit Services of America.

Registration for the two-day event opened on January 4, 2022, on the Nebraska Women in Agriculture website, wia.unl.edu.

The cost to attend is $150 for participants who register on or before February 9. Registration increases to $175 on February 10.

Scholarships are available for students, and more information about applying can be found on wia.unl.edu.

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Montana Farm Bureau announces ACE program participants

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Women’s Leadership Committee meets

Montana Farm Bureau Federation Ag NewsWire Current Montana Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee (WLC) Chair Carla Lawrence participated in the American Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Annual Meetings during 103rd American Farm Bureau (AFB) Convention in Atlanta.

The committee proudly announced that the AFB-WLC, with the help of state Women’s Leadership Committees, raised $300,000 in 2021 and throughout the pandemic for Ronald McDonald Houses (RMH) across the nation.

The WLC held a Women in Ag Meet and Greet breakfast, followed by regional caucuses to conduct their business meetings. The Western Region includes representatives from Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington. Montana was represented by Carla Lawrence, MFB-WLC chair and Gretchen Schubert, past WLC chair. Dot Jensen from Utah was re-elected as one of the two representatives on the AFB-WLC. In addition, the AFB-WLC Annual Meeting had an address by WLC Chair Isabella Chism and a welcome from the AFBF President, Zippy Duvall. AFB-WLC sponsored U.S. Farm Report host, Tyne Morgan, who spoke on the Cultivation Center Stage at the trade show.

The group scheduled two Women’s Communications Boot Camps for March and November 2022. The National Ag Day celebration is March 22, with the AFB-WLC Fly-In slated for June 6-8 in Washington, D.C. “It was wonderful to meet in person and I think the women attending the AFB-WLC events enjoyed being together again. I was able to hear about what other states are doing to support, promote and advocate for agriculture,” said Lawrence. “It was re-energizing, and I look forward to working with the women on the MFBF-WLC to implement new ideas and activities into our program.”

2022 Montana State hemp license applications now available

Montana Department of Agriculture The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for the 2022 hemp growing season after receiving federal approval from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for its state hemp production plan which took effect January 1, 2022.

“Montana’s hemp industry continues to advance and present opportunities for growers, especially with regard to fiber and grain,” said Christy Clark, Acting Director for Montana Department of Agriculture. “Our department is proud to operate a hemp program that has been federally compliant since the beginning. With more processing available in the state now than ever before, I look forward to seeing what the industry will accomplish in the year ahead.”

The Montana State Hemp Program has worked diligently to ensure its program follows 2018 Farm Bill provisions for state hemp production while incorporating input from growers, law enforcement, and stakeholders to benefit the industry. In 2021, 37 hemp growers licensed with the state and planted 2,540 acres. The majority of planted acres were for grain (1,700 acres), followed by fiber (590 acres), then CBD (250 acres). Approximately 2,000 additional acres were grown on Montana tribal reservations.

Growers can expect hemp program procedures similar to the prior year. New changes include: • Applicants are required to submit an FBI criminal background check.

• Producers must report hemp acreage and locations to their local USDA FSA office prior to submitting planting information to the department.

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USDA Farm Service Agency News Release aims to increase carbon sequestration and Agricultural producers and landownreduce greenhouse gas emissions. CRP’s ers can sign up soon for the Conservation climate-smart practices include establishReserve Program (CRP), a cornerstone ment of trees and permanent grasses, deconservation program offered by the U.S. velopment of wildlife habitat and wetland Department of Agriculture (USDA) and a restoration. The Climate-Smart Practice key tool in the Biden-Harris Administration Incentive is annual, and the amount is based effort to address climate change and achieve on the benefits of each practice type. other natural resource benefits. The General Additionally, in order to better target the CRP signup will run from January 31 to program toward climate outcomes, USDA March 11, and the Grassland CRP signup invested $10 million last year in the CRP will run from April 4 to May 13.

Monitoring, Assessment and Evaluation “We highly encourage farmers, ranch(MAE) program to measure and monitor the ers and private landowners to consider the soil carbon and climate resilience impacts of enrollment options available through CRP,” conservation practices over the life of new said Farm Service Agency (FSA) Acting CRP contracts. This will enable the agency State Executive Director Les J. Rispens. to further refine the program and practices “Last year, we rolled out a better, bolder to provide producers tools for increased program, and we highly encourage you to climate resilience. consider its higher payment rates and other More Information on CRP incentives. CRP is another way that we’re Landowners and producers interested putting producers and landowners at the in CRP should contact their local USDA center of climate-smart solutions that generService Center to learn more or to apply for ate revenue and benefit our planet.” the program -- for General CRP before the Producers and landowners enrolled 4.6 March 11 deadline, and for Grassland CRP million acres into CRP signups in 2021, before the May 13 deadline. Service Cenincluding 2.5 million acres in the largest ter staff continue to work with agricultural Grassland CRP signup in history. There are producers via phone, email, and other digital currently 22.1 million acres enrolled, and tools. Due to the pandemic, some USDA FSA is aiming to reach the 25.5-millionService Centers are open to limited visitors. acre cap statutorily set for fiscal year 2022.

Additionally, fact sheets and other resources CRP Signups are available at fsa.usda.gov/crp.

General CRP helps producers and Signed into law in 1985, CRP is one of landowners establish long-term, resourcethe largest voluntary private-lands conserconserving plant species, such as approved vation programs in the United States. It was grasses or trees, to control soil erosion, originally intended to primarily control soil improve water quality and enhance wildlife erosion and potentially stabilize commodhabitat on cropland. ity prices by taking marginal lands out of Meanwhile, Grassland CRP is a workproduction. The program has evolved over ing lands program, helping landowners the years, providing many conservation and and operators protect grassland, including economic benefits. rangeland and pastureland and certain other USDA touches the lives of all Americans lands, while maintaining the areas as workeach day in so many positive ways. Under ing grazing lands. Protecting grasslands the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is contributes positively to the economy of transforming America’s food system with many regions, provides biodiversity of a greater focus on more resilient local and plant and animal populations and provides regional food production, fairer markets important carbon sequestration benefits to for all producers, ensuring access to safe, deliver lasting climate outcomes. healthy and nutritious food in all commuAlongside these programs, producers and nities, building new markets and streams landowners can enroll acres in Continuous of income for farmers and producers using CRP under the ongoing sign up, which climate smart food and forestry practices, includes projects available through the making historic investments in infrastrucConservation Reserve Enhancement Proture and clean energy capabilities in rural gram (CREP) and State Acres for Wildlife America, and committing to equity across Enhancement (SAFE). the Department by removing systemic barClimate Benefits riers and building a workforce more repreLast year, FSA enacted a Climate-Smart sentative of America. To learn more, visit Practice Incentive for CRP General and www.usda.gov.

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University of Wyoming Extension The University of Wyoming (UW) is among an international coalition that announced a $19 million research project aimed at understanding how a farmer’s or a rancher’s grazing management decisions affect soil health on pasture and rangeland.

The research will help determine how soil health can positively impact a producer’s land and well-being. The Noble Research Institute, University of Wyoming, Michigan State University and Colorado State University are leaders of the project.

Entitled “Metrics, Management, and Monitoring: An Investigation of Pasture and Rangeland Soil Health and its Drivers,” the project was announced December 7 at the National Grazing Lands Coalition triennial meeting in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

UW Extension range specialist Derek Scasta said the funding will help accomplish several important considerations for Wyoming ranch management.

The project will bring UW’s McGuire Ranch online as a top-tier research resource by supporting the development of needed fencing and water to do applied grazing research, he said.

“It will allow for the dissemination of resources around the state with producers to create a pipeline of soil, forage and livestock-focused information,” said Scasta. “In addition to the Wyoming-specific work, this funding will also position UW among a group of research collaborators around the world to enhance our understanding of sustainable ranch practices.”

The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research awarded Noble Research Institute a $9.5 million grant to lead this work. Noble Research Institute is providing $7.5 million to this project with additional financial contributions by Greenacres Foundation, The Jones Family Foundation and ButcherBox. For decades, farmers and ranchers who have implemented soil health principles have improved the overall health of their land and have experienced more profitable operations, however, these observations have been – to this point – largely anecdotal, according to the Noble Research Institute.

This research will quantify these observations and examine how management decisions on grazing lands are connected to the overall health of the ecosystem, including the social and economic well-being of the farmer, rancher and land manager.

The project will provide farmers and ranchers tools that simply and accurately measure outcomes of soil health in grazing land environments to guide management decisions and quantify the impact of intentional management, according to The Nobile Research Institute. Measuring soil health requires techniques that are often site-specific and costly for ranchers.

The project is exploring why some producers adopt soil health building principles, such as adaptive grazing management, while others do not. It is also examining social and economic sustainability (producer well-being), which have rarely been studied in agriculture or, in particular, livestock agriculture.

The project brings together researchers from 11 nonprofit organizations, for-profit businesses, private research institutes and public universities in the United States and the United Kingdom. Collaborators include Oregon State University, the National Grazing Lands Coalition, USDAARS (Maryland, Colorado and Wyoming), Savory Institute, Snaplands LLC, The Nature Conservancy and the UK’s Quanterra Systems.

Lost in translation

In the winter of 1776, colonial commander George Washington led his troops to Trenton, New Jersey, to launch a surprise attack on the redcoats. A farmer spotted the army, and he rushed to warn the Brits, who were commanded by Hessian colonel Johann Rall. It was Christmas, though, and the colonel was too busy drinking wine and playing cards to talk to anyone. So the farmer left a note…in English.

Unfortunately, the colonel spoke German and didn’t bother to have the message translated.

Result: The colonist won that battle as well as the next one in Princeton, and historians say those were both crucial battles in the war. It gave the soon-to-be Americans the morale boost they needed to ultimately win the Revolutionary War.

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Natural Resources Districts reflect on 50 years

Throughout 2022, Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) will celebrate 50 years of protecting lives, property and the future. During the next 12 months, the NRDs will commemorate breakthroughs and achievements in conservation.

“In the past 50 years, NRDs have adapted while facing changes in technology, funding, legislation, agencies and society,” said Jim Eschliman, Nebraska Association of Resources Districts president. “Nebraska’s locally led conservation model has been a successful legacy because of our ability to adapt to the local needs of our communities.”

After the devastation of the Dust Bowl, special purpose districts were developed to solve local soil and water-related problems.

But the puzzle of overlapping authorities and responsibilities provided confusion at best.

In 1969, Senator Maurice Kremer introduced legislative bill 1357 to combine Nebraska’s 154 special purpose entities into 24 Natural Resources Districts by July 1972.

In 1989, The Middle Missouri Tributaries NRD and the Papio NRD merged to become the Papio-Missouri River NRD resulting in today’s 23 Natural Resources Districts.

Today, Nebraska’s unique system of locally controlled, watershed-based conservation is widely admired throughout the nation. In recent years, at least 11 states ranging from Washington to Arkansas and Illinois to California, have inquired about applying a similar system for natural resources management. Despite being the No. 1 irrigated state in the nation, Nebraska’s statewide groundwater levels have been sustained at levels less than a foot below pre-irrigation development in the 1950s. In many areas, groundwater levels are higher.

“Many states are facing massive groundwater declines with almost depleted aquifers,” Eschliman said.

“NRDs work with irrigators to monitor water use, establish groundwater recharge projects, and implement water-wise programs. Depending on rainfall, Nebraska’s groundwater levels often rise above pre-development levels.”

Across the state, NRDs construct projects, implement programs and offer a major source of assistance to landowners in conservation and natural resources management. When necessary, they enact regulations to protect our resources.

While all NRDs share the 12 main responsibilities, each district sets its own priorities and develops its own programs to best serve and protect Nebraska’s natural resources.

Eschliman noted that Nebraska’s NRDs will continue to build upon, refine, and adapt as they look to

the future.

“Conservation is something that impacts us all and we need to pitch in and be good stewards of our land and water,” he said. “Locally elected NRD boards across the state are uniquely positioned in their communities to help manage our natural resources for future generations.”

To join in the 50th anniversary celebration and follow the Natural Resources Districts’ special activities throughout 2022, visit nrdnet.org and follow #Since1972 on social media.

The Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD), the trade association for Nebraska’s 23 Natural Resources Districts (NRD), works with individual districts to protect lives, property and the future of Nebraska’s natural resources. NRDs are unique to Nebraska, and act as local government entities with broad responsibilities to protect Nebraska’s natural resources.

Major Nebraska river basins form the boundaries of the 23 NRDs, enabling districts to respond to local conservation and resource management needs. Learn more about Nebraska’s NRDs at www.nrdnet.org.

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This all takes us back to a key question that many struggle with, “Is there a difference between equal and fair?” I would suggest that the family agree on how that question is handled in their situation. Clarifying this question prior to that critical family discussion is important.

When all family members involved have the same relationship with the farming operation then fair probably is and can be equal.

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Unfortunately, I run across families that must make difficult decisions in stressful circumstances. There are a variety of situations that lead to these difficult decision periods – death, serious illness, and change in status for a business partner, just to name a few examples.

The conversation for farm families usually revolves around the future of the business. Things like controlling of the asset, who is renting and for how much, how the assets are being passed, and with what conditions. One question for these discussions usually relates to equality and fairness.

One point to consider is ensuring the farm/ranch succession or transition plan is in place prior to a catastrophic event occurring. I encourage families to get a plan put together while there isn’t the stress or sorrow of a death for instance. The family’s ability to make good suggestions and decisions about the future will be easier.

When having discussions, think about one main goal. For many families the goal might be: “When the family gets done discussing the situation and determines the future, the family is still a family.” Is the goal of the first discussion to agree that the family will still be a family at the end of this planning?

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49TH ANNUAL PRODUCTION SALE

MARCH 1, 2022 | 1:00 PM MST At the ranch • Valier, Montana • Lunch: 11:30 Selling:

• 120 Performance Proven Yearling Sons

Musgrave 316 Exclusive

• 150 Solid Foundation Yearling Heifers • Bangs Vaccinated • Ready to Breed

By These Featured Sires: Apex Klondike 178, Apex Frontman 316, Apex Payweight 3999, Vermilion Huntley, Diablo Deluxe, EZAR Gold Rush, Shipwheel Keystone and others

• 25 Select Cow/Calf Pairs

The Apex Advantage

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MGS: Musgrave Foundation

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GENETICS THAT PERFORM

Apex Angus meets the needs of both the cowherd and marketplace Our herd sire selection, outcross or in herd are based on the bulls performance record for gainability, docility, feed conversion, and a good strong maternal background.

Apex Solid Foundation Pure Bred Black Angus Females

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Our beefy females produce Value Added herd sires, fully muscled steers and feminine fancy heifers.

Apex Angus is raising Beef Cattle Our progeny are reaching slaughter at 13-15 months of age for maximum profitability while producing superior quality beef pounds. Apex has retained ownership for feeder evaluation of our steers and heifers for plus 25 years.

The 2021 graduation class Fed by Poky Feeders excelled as expected 344 STEERS 96.89% CHOICE OR HIGHER 90 HEIFERS 100% CHOICE OR HIGHER

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Apex Value Added: • Free delivery - Montana & adjoining states.

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The bulls and heifers offered on 3/1/2022 will keep on doing for you what they’ve done for years at APEX ANGUS, an honest and trustworthy job.

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BRED COWS FOR SALE All ages.

Priced from $950 to $1550 each.

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Missoula College graduates first class of paramedics

UM News Service College’s equipment and staff allow for an Quinlan Roe remembers his first lecture in-depth training for every skill required of a in Missoula College’s new paramedic proparamedic. He said while most of the job is gram. He said it was from the director of the spent assessing patients to determine treatprogram, Dave McEvoy, who shared a story ment, paramedics also are trained in adminabout being handed a newborn baby strugistering medications, starting IVs, placing gling for breath. McEvoy told his students breathing tubes into airways and performing he still remembers the fear and trust in the other emergency airway procedures. mother’s eyes.

“For many places in rural Montana, “He got teary-eyed and told us that, at emergency medical personnel provide care some point, that was going to be us in the for patients in difficult environments and field, experiencing something similar,” Roe for prolonged periods – mostly because of said. “He told us that being a paramedic is resources – so there’s a demand for them about caring for and helping people – that to have a variety of skills,” McEvoy said. it’s hard work and requires a lot of studying “That will be especially true as we continue and commitment.” to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and Fast forward four semesters, in the midbegin to understand our new normal.” dle of a national health care labor crisis and Jack Pickhardt, a new graduate of the proa global pandemic, and the University of gram, said that the pandemic “threw some Montana’s Missoula College is graduating hurdles,” but overall, the experience will its very first cohort of new, nationally certihelp him become more skilled at helping fied paramedics. That cohort includes Roe, people. Pickhardt, a firefighter with the City who worked through the program while of Missoula, was one of four students who balancing a full-time construction job. He is completed the program while remaining now employed full time as a paramedic with employed with the Missoula Fire DepartMissoula Emergency Medical Services Inc. ment. The fire department paid tuition for and is considering completing UM’s new its employees to achieve paramedic certifibachelor’s degree in public health. cation and provided time for the employees The new associate of science degree to attend class and labs. in paramedicine, housed in the college’s Pickhardt holds a bachelor’s degree in Department of Health Professions, began health and human performance but said he last fall after a change in national acalways wanted to “get as far as he could” creditation standards required more support in emergency medical services. and infrastructure. Missoula Emergency “This is the best job on earth,” he said.

Services Inc., or MESI, which had taught “The department worked with us to level up local paramedic classes for about 30 years, our skillset to provide care and service, and approached Missoula College to consider that helps our entire community. I’ve known a partnership to achieve accreditation and a lot of the MESI instructors for a long time, continue educating next-generation paraand they’re knowledgeable people who are medics. The result is a nationally accredited really good teachers. I feel like I have a lot paramedicine program delivered jointly more tools in the toolbox now, which will

by MESI and the college, at a time when help with what attracted us to this field – increased skills in emergency medicine are helping people.” critically needed, said Dan Funsch, director Dave Smith, emergency medical service of the Missoula College Radiologic Techcoordinator for the City of Missoula Fire nology program.

Department said the new program is ben“When MESI approached us, we wanted eficial for the entire Missoula community. this first program to be small enough where “Before this program was up and running, we didn’t bite off more than we could we didn’t have a good option to have our chew,” Funsch said. “This is an incredibly staff receive training to become parameddemanding immersion program, and it’s the ics, we often had to hire out paramedics,” highest level of certification in the emerSmith said. “By being able to train our own gency medical field. We’re proud to work employees and increase our paramedic with MESI and our community to make it numbers at the department, we can provide accessible and affordable.” a much better response for the community.”

The paramedicine program is four semesSmith said national standards recomters (or 16 months) and requires 1,000 hours mend that each fire engine is staffed with of hands-on experience in clinical settings. a paramedic, and the newly certified fire Instruction is supervised by a diverse ardepartment employees bring those numbers ray of health care professionals, including closer to the national standards in emernurses, doctors, flight paramedics, physical gency response. therapists and physician assistants.

“The Missoula College program is excel“Our students are exposed to all sorts of lent, with really great teachers,” he said. health care professionals, and our involve“We’re proud to continue to work with them ment with them makes this program strong, and help lead the program that reflects the because they get to see a wide array of other needs on the streets in our community.” careers and understand that anything in Every graduate of the associate of science medicine requires a team,” McEvoy said. degree is certified to practice paramedicine “There are world-class people teaching this in Montana by the Committee on Accreditaprogram, and I couldn’t be prouder of the tion of Education Programs for EMS Profesquality of what these people are doing.” sions and the Commission on Accreditation McEvoy, who has been a paramedic with of Allied Health Education Programs.

MESI for about 30 years, said Missoula

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2022 BULL SALE

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USDA invests $48 Million in projects

MACHINERY FOR SALE

USDA NRCS News Release is one more piece in that puzzle,” said Tom USDA is committed to working across Watson, NRCS State Conservationist for land ownership boundaries to reduce risks Montana. “Together, we are overcoming before disasters occur. Building on the the boundaries between private and pubannouncement of the Forest Service’s 10lic lands to enhance the resilience of our year strategy and implementation plan for Phone 406-899-4104, Geyser, MT forests, communities, water supplies, and confronting the wildfire crisis, today USDA working lands. These Joint Chiefs projects is announcing more than $48 million of inare excellent examples of how agencies can vestments by the Forest Service and Natural work together and use targeted funding to Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) achieve dramatic conservation improvethis year through the Joint Chief’s Landments that benefit natural resources, build scape Restoration Partnership for projects drought resiliency and address the climate that will mitigate wildfire risk, protect water crisis.” quality, improve wildlife habitat, restore This year, the Forest Service and NRCS forest ecosystems and ultimately contribute 3 CNC Lathe Work with 81/2" spindle bore will invest in 41 projects, including $15.3 to USDA’s efforts to combat climate change. ✓ Irrigation Pump Repair million for 17 new projects, bringing toCongress recently recognized the value of ✓ Heavy Duty Industrial Machining and Repair gether agricultural producers, forest landthis important USDA program by making it ✓ Portable Line Boring ✓ Welding owners, and national forests and grasslands permanent in the Bipartisan Infrastructure ✓ Large Lathe and Mill Work to improve forest health using available Law, signed by President Biden. The Joint ✓ Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Machine Work Farm Bill conservation programs and other Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership Largest Capacity CNC Cylinder Boring authorities. The recent announcement inenables NRCS and the Forest Service to cludes four projects in Montana: collaborate with agricultural producers and & Line Boring within 500 mile radius 1. Connecting Fuels Treatments in the forest landowners to invest in conservation Salish Mountains and Whitefish Range and restoration at a big enough scale to 1-855-285-0179 or 406-285-0179 2. Fire Adapted Bitterroot (FAB) make a difference.

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Mid-winter cornstalk grazing

Jerry Volesky, Nebraska Extension Pasture & Forage Forum Here in mid-winter, cornstalks remain a great forage resource for livestock producers. Snow cover on the cornstalks is generally not a problem for cattle as they are adept at digging their way through to get at the leaves, husks, and remaining corn that they are seeking. However, if an icy crust develops on the snow, this will limit grazing and supplemental feed may need to be provided.

Another important consideration is the stocking rate and how long they have been in a particular field. Nutritional value of cornstalk residue is greatest at the beginning of a grazing period and declines with time as the most nutritious plant parts are grazed. A general stalk grazing rule is there is about 30 cow days per 100 bushels of corn that the field produced.

Over the fall and winter, weathering can also play a role in reducing cornstalk quality. Rain or melting snow soaks into dry corn stalk residue and leaches out some of the soluble nutrients. Most serious is the loss of sugars and other energydense nutrients, which lowers the TDN or energy value of the stalks.

Another factor that affects cornstalk grazing is wind. We have had our share of excessively high winds which easily blow corn leaves and husks off the field. This of course, can impact the amount of feed, and after grain, those leaves, and husks contain the highest nutritional quality.

Cornstalks are still a great and economical winter feed source. Just be sure to closely monitor cow and field conditions while adjusting your supplementation program accordingly.

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$10 million project to study diverse perennial forage systems

University of Wyoming Extension University of Wyoming (UW) scientists weather and are challenged by soil erosion are a part of a multi-state team launching and other environmental issues, said project research into perennial forage systems and director Valentin Picasso, associate profeshelp promote their adoption. sor in the University of Wisconsin–Madison UW will serve as a research hub site for Department of Agronomy. western states to collect, organize and ana“Through this new project, we hope to lyze soil samples. promote the transformation of the landscape “We will measure and compare numerto be more resilient, by integrating more ous production, environmental, social and perennial crops and forages with livestock,” economic factors,” said Anowar Islam, he said.

UW Extension forage agroecologist. “UW Part of the effort involves a nationwide will play an important role in initiating and network of 50 farm pairs—one farm already executing this highly relevant and timely using diverse perennial forage systems project.” paired with one interested in transitioning The project involves more than 50 retoward more diverse perennial systems— searchers and stakeholders from 23 univerthat represent all of the major agro-ecoresities, two USDA-Agricultural Research gions of the United States.

Service centers, and 12 farmer organizaThe team will share results through outtions, industry groups, non-governmental reach and education materials throughout organizations and government agencies, the five-year term of the award. said Islam, a professor in the Department UW will also serve as one of the three coof Plant Sciences. ordinators (with Maryland and New York) Funding is through a $10 million grant of the education program to: from the USDA National Institute of Food • Recruit and instruct high school teachand Agriculture. ers and summer undergraduate student inPrevailing agricultural systems in the terns on diverse perennial circular systems, U.S. are dominated by annual crop monoresilience, economic services and economic cultures that lack resilience to extreme value, • Develop curriculum materials for K-12 student education, and • Partner with local community entities and projects to create learning programs and opportunities.

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Lost and Found: The Dead Sea Scrolls

The western shore of the Dead Sea is desolate and remote, just the sort of area a goat smuggler needed to avoid customs officers. In 1947 a Bedouin boy herding contraband goats lost one and scrambled up a cliff to search for it. Instead, he discovered a long-lost cave. Hidden in the cave in ancient pottery jars were texts written on papyrus and animal hides, that experts determined dated back to between 200 B.C. and A.D. 100. Eventually, over 800 scrolls were found in 11 caves, in the area of Qumran, now part of Palestine’s West Bank. They contained nearly all the books of the Bible, the only known surviving biblical documents written before A.D. 100.

The find confirmed the accuracy of the transmission of the biblical texts over thousands of years. The caves had once been a base for Jewish resistance against the Romans, and the Dead Sea Scrolls, preserved by the extremely dry conditions, had remained hidden there for around 2,000 years.

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2017 Brandt 1322XR grain cart, 1,300 bu., 22” corner auger, hyd. spout adj., Digi-Star GT560 scale, (2) camera system w/display, roll tarp, 1000 PTO, walking axles, 520/85R42 tires, S/N120744

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2016 Case-IH 4440 self-propelled sprayer, luxury cab, red leather, buddy seat, 120’ boom, Aim Command Pro, AutoBoom, 7-section control, traction control, HID lights, hyd. tread adj., 1,200 gal. SS tank, rinse tank, 3” front & side fill, radar, integrated auto steer, Pro 700 display, 372 receiver, wide coverage fenders, Goodyear 380/90R46 tires, 660 hrs., S/NYTG043211 2014 Case-IH 4430 self-propelled sprayer, luxury cab, red leather, buddy seat, 120’ boom, Aim Command, Capstan EVO, AutoBoom, 7-section control, traction control, HID lights, hyd. tread adj., 1,200 gal. SS tank, rinse tank, 3” front & side fill, radar, integrated auto steer, Pro 700 display, 372 receiver, wide coverage fenders, Michelin 620/70R38 tires, 1,220 hrs., S/NYCT033376 Asst. spray items: Polywest Handler III chemical mix cone, 2”&3” plumbing, (2) digital meters, jug rinser, Honda GX200 gas motor w/3” aluminum pump, custom built frame to hold (2) chemical totes, fits in fork pockets

TILLAGE EQUIPMENT

2018 Rite Way F7-89 land roller, 89’, 7-section drum, 1/2”x42” drums, auto fold, dual carrier wheels, 380/55R16.5 tires on main frame, S/N18-3188 2016 Degelman Strawmaster 7000 heavy harrow, 82’, 5-bar sections, 5/8”x26” carbide tipped tines, hyd. angle adj., torsion down pressure, auto fold, Valmar 3255 granular applicator, hyd. fan, ground drive, (32) outlets, custom cover, light pkg., 16.5L-16.1 tires on main frame, 11L-15 wing tires, S/NSM7535

SEMI TRACTOR

1994 Peterbilt 377 tandem axle, Uni-Bilt 48” sleeper, air ride cab, air susp., Detroit 60 Series, 12.7L, 435 hp., Eaton 13 spd., engine brake, cruise, diff lock w/single locking rear axle, Holland A/S 5th wheel, A/C, dual aluminum fuel tanks, dual exhaust, full gauge pkg., rear receiver hitch, aluminum 1/2 fenders, 225” WB, 11R245 tires on aluminum rims, 1,095,569 kilometers

TRAILERS

1996 Lode King tri-axle steel step deck trailer, 53’x96”, 11’ top deck, 6’ spread between axles, air susp., Enduraplas 3,000 gal. & 2,500 gal. poly leg tanks, 3” plumbing, Honda GX160 gas motor w/3” aluminum pump, 12v chemical pump, Poly West Handler III mix cone, 2”&3” plumbing, jug rinser, (2) fold-up stairs in middle of trailer, removable outriggers for hauling self-propelled sprayer, 157”x16’, fold up ramps, D-rings, wood deck, 255/70R22.5 tires on steel rims, New landing gear 1999 Clement tandem axle steel frameless end dump, 32’ tub, HD single pt. spring susp., air operated high lift end gate, 11R24.5 tires on steel rims 1977 Fruehauf tri-axle SS tanker trailer, approx. 12,000 gal., air susp., 304SS material, single compartment, 3” rear slice valve, mid fill, hyd. Roper pump, side ladder, full fenders, pipe trays, LED work lights, rear receiver hitch & electric, 11R22.5 tires on aluminum rims 1974 Star tandem axle steel hopper pup trailer, 26’x96”x58”, single hopper, spring susp., roll tarp, rear pintle hitch, air & electric, single axle convertor dolly, 9’ adj. pole, single 11R24.5 tires on steel rear rims 2014 Thundercreek ADT750UB tandem axle fuel trailer, 750 gal. fuel tank, 100 gal. DEF tank, 40 gpm fuel pump w/gas motor, 12v DEF pump, (2) hose reels, 1-1/4”” fuel hose, LED lights, 6,000 lb. axles, electric brakes, 12v electric/ hyd. jack, rear storage compartment, 285/75R16 tires on steel rims 2012 Delta tandem axle tilt bed trailer, 20’x84”, 4’ stationary, wood deck, 12v electric/hyd. jack, spare tire, 2-5/16” ball, 7,000 lb. axles, 235/80R16 tires on 8-bolt hubs, items on trailer are being sold separately

PICKUP

2016 Ford F-150, regular cab, 3.5L V6, auto, 4WD, 6-1/2’ box, power windows/locks, vinyl floormats, spray-in bedliner, nerf bars, tow pkg., brake controller, aluminum side toolbox, 265/70R17 tires on steel rims, 33,675 miles

GRAIN HANDLING EQUIPMENT

Sakundiak HD7-1400 loadout auger, 45’x7”, Kohler 16 hp. gas motor, hyd. lift, hyd. mover kit w/controls, adj. spout, hyd. bin sweep w/asst. sections, 482 hrs., S/N66759

CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

2002 Grove A60J telescopic manlift, 60’ max height, 4x4, Cummins 3.3L diesel, 4-wheel steer, basket rotate, 110v power in basket, work lights, 14-17.5 tires, 973 hrs.

1999 Champion 720A motor grader, CAH, powershift, Cummins 8.3L diesel, articulating, 12’ moldboard, front hyd. ripper less teeth, 14.00-24 tires, 8,790 hrs., S/NX029397X JRB WA250-3PT HD pallet forks, 64” carriage, 6”x48” forks, JRB wheel loader mounts

OTHER EQUIPMENT

2015 Woods BW12 batwing mower, 12’, double wing, safety chains, single wheels, aircraft tires, 540 PTO, S/N1302701 Raven AccuFlow NH3 Super Cooler, Raven 440 controller, (2) flow valves, (2) manifolds

TANKS

(2) Enduraplas poly tanks, 6,000 gal. & 5,000 gal., black, 3” valve Wilray Mfg. dual wall upright fuel tank, 12,000 gal., Fill-Rite FR310V 110v pump, meter, auto shut-off nozzle, ladder, buyer responsible for moving

TIRES

(4) Michelin 620/70R38 flotation tires on rims, fits Case-IH 4440 self-propelled sprayer (4) Goodyear 380/90R46 row crop tires on rims, fits Case-IH 4430 self-propelled sprayer (2) Firestone 18.4-26 spade grip tires on 8-hole rims, 6” center hole

PARTS & FARM SUPPORT ITEMS

Case-IH factory chaff spreader assembly, adj. diverters, complete w/brackets, New take off from 8240 combine Asst. Case-IH parts for: Flagship combine; SDX40 air drill; Patriot sprayer Case-IH asst. corn head parts to include gathering chains, roller knives, etc.

(4) IHC suitcase weights Insight Headsight header height control system, (4) sensors, complete w/extra parts, off MacDon flex draper MacDon flex draper header parts Scott’s Mfg. hyd. NH3 torpedo winch (19) Wiese 3” twisted shovels, fits chisel plow Shop-built NH3 trailer winch (3) Poly auger hoppers

2015 Elias Reliabelt 10-20-45 truck loader belt conveyor, 45’, 10” tube, 20” belt, hyd. self-propelled mover kit, Kohler 35 hp. gas motor, hyd. lift, LED work lights, transport hitch, S/NA1E045GEJFEARY110 2014 Farm King 16104 swing hopper auger, 104’x16”, low pro hopper, electric hopper mover, hyd. hopper winch, hyd. lift, no-spill spout, gear reduction large 1000 PTO, extendable axles, setup w/wireless remote for operating tractor, S/NY1610414000014 2017 Grain Max 7495 EXR Advance telescoping swing hopper auger, 95’x14”, low pro hopper, hyd. hopper walker, no-spill spout, gear reduction small 1000 PTO, S/N7495007 2009 Sakundiak SLMD12-2600 low pro swing hopper auger, 95’x12”, hyd. lift, hyd. hopper winch, electric hopper walker, reverser, 540 PTO, S/N66604 Brandt 1060 low pro swing hopper auger, 60’x10”, hyd. lift, reverser, 540 PTO, S/N61894

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Brucellosis found in Madison County herd

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Montana Department of Livestock On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, the Montana Department of Livestock received notice that an animal from a Madison County herd located within Montana’s brucellosis Designated Surveillance Area (DSA) has been confirmed positive for brucellosis.

The positive animal tested as a ‘suspect’ on a whole herd test conducted in December 2021. Pathologists at the Montana Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory collected tissues and forwarded the samples to the National Veterinary Services Laboratories in Ames, Iowa where infection was subsequently confirmed. The ranch has been placed under quarantine and an epidemiological investigation has begun.

The positive animal tested negative the prior year, which allows the Department to reduce the scope of the disease investigation.

Voluntary whole herd testing is an effective method for DSA producers to protect their herd. Early detection of infections not only allows producers to detect the disease before it spreads within the herd, but it also minimizes the time required to clean up a herd, and thereby shortens the duration of quarantine which allows herd owners to control when testing happens, often by pairing with other ranch management activities.

“A high rate of testing, much of it voluntary, is the primary reason we continue to find affected herds rapidly,” said State Veterinarian Dr. Marty Zaluski. “A robust testing program minimizes the impact to that operation and protects our state and trading partners,” Dr. Zaluski said and commended Montana DSA producers for their high rate of compliance with brucellosis testing regulations.

Past cases of brucellosis in livestock were the result of transmission from infected wild elk as determined by an epidemiological investigation that included genetic fingerprinting (genotyping) of the cultured bacteria. The source of infection in the Madison County herd has not yet been determined.

This is the 11th brucellosis affected herd detected since the creation of Montana’s DSA in 2010. Prior to the creation of the DSA, if two or more affected herds were detected in a two-year period, the state would have lost its brucellosis Class Free Status. Currently, brucellosis-affected herds are not subject to depopulation if cases are found within a DSA, and states can maintain their Class Status.

The mission of the Montana Department of Livestock is to control and eradicate animal diseases, prevent the transmission of animal diseases to humans, and to protect the livestock industry from theft and predatory animals. For more information on the Montana Department of Livestock, visit www.liv.mt.gov.

Planning for spring annual forages

Jerry Volesky, Nebraska Extension Pasture & Forage Forum While we are still early in the new year, it is time to start planning and thinking about any spring annual forages that we might plant. Part of the process may be anticipating a need for extra feed or booking seed early for possible discounts.

For spring or cool-season annual forages, the planting period is typically late March to early April, or when soil temperatures are in the 42-to-45-degree range. Oats is probably the most common cool-season annual forage planted in Nebraska. However, spring triticale or spring barley are two other small grain options that have been found to perform similarly to oats in terms of forage yield and quality.

Also similar is the number of days until ready to begin grazing or hay; so, the different species could be mixed if desired. One could look at seed cost of the different species before making a decision. With the early spring planting date of the cool-season annuals, grazing can typically begin around the 3rd or 4th week of May and last into early July.

Haying usually take place around the 3rd week of June.

If grazing is a primary goal, Italian ryegrass could be included in a mix with the cereal grains, and this will result in a longer grazing period. Field peas are another species that could be included to enhance forage quality and provide some nitrogen fixation.

Don’t forget to consider the herbicides that may have been used on a field the previous year. Some herbicides have long residuals that could hinder establishment even into this spring.

Avoid plastic ingestion in cattle; for their sakes and ours

By Candi Zion, Executive Director for Recycle Montana to appear in the human food chain through Modern hay baling equipment has made meat and milk products. feeding so much easier these days. But the If your cattle are experiencing depresby- product of that, plastic baling twine and sion, anorexia, recurring bloat, reduced milk net wrap, is a hazard to cattle when ingested, yield, weight loss, suspended rumination, and may be to humans who consume the and ruminal impaction there’s a chance the meat and milk products. Carl Dahlen of animal is suffering from plastic ingestion.

North Dakota State University Animal SciTo help avoid that scenario, try to remove as ence Department completed studies a few much twine or net wrap as possible before years ago feeding cattle different types of feeding your hay bales. Keep twine and net twine and wrap to determine the effect of wrap picked up off your feed grounds. Take ingesting those products. Net wrap was plastic twine and net wrap off the bales befed to one group until harvest, the second fore chopping in a bale processor. As cattle group was fed net wrap up until 14 days producers, we need to take responsibility before harvest. What they discovered in not only for the health of our animals, but both groups was that net wrap didn’t break also for the consequence of our actions in down in the rumen and actually held small how we feed animals that are going right rocks and other debris ingested along with into the human food chain. the twine. Additionally, none of the materiCandi Zion ranches with her husband, als passed through the rumen which could Jeff Solomon, outside of Winifred, Monlead to bloat, impaction, and weight loss tana. You can reach her at recycle406@ because of a full rumen. gmail.com.

In 2018, Priyanki and Dey featured an article in the September issue of Vet World, “Ruminal Impaction Due to Plastic Materials - An Increasing Threat to Ruminants and Its Impact on Human Health in Developing Countries”.

They confirmed the problems identified by Dahlen and went further to discuss the potential of chemical leaching and immunosuppression as additional pathological conditions in animals with ruminal impactions due to plastic ingestion.

In the manufacturing of plastics and polythenes (polymers), several chemicals and heavy metals such as bisphenols, polyvinyl chloride, cobalt, mercury, chromium, cadmium, lead, and acrylamide are used.

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For rural Montana school kids, getting access to mental health care often involves long – and in winter months, harrowing – car rides to distant towns.

To bring consistent mental health care directly to remote schoolrooms across the state, the University of Montana recently launched a program that marries the expertise of graduate students in counseling with expanding internet access in Montana.

The Tele-Counseling Clinic is one of many programs offered by UM’s Safe Schools Center. The center, housed in the Phyllis J. Washington College of Education, provides individualized school safety training programs, professional development and technical support.

“Big schools have counselors who can walk down the hall and help, and we don’t have that resource,” said Kristi Borge, the 2021 Montana Teacher-of-the-Year who teaches at the one-room school house in Polaris, where 11 students grade first to eighth attend classes. “Without this program, kids would have to go to Dillon or Bozeman for counseling.

This has definitely been great for our students.”

While the program has come to the forefront during the COVID-19 pandemic, Safe Schools Center Director Emily Sallee said its development has been in the works for some time.

“Tele-mental health is quite nuanced,” said Sallee, an assistant professor in UM’s Department of Counseling. “We had three counseling faculty undergo intensive training in tele-mental health, then created a training program for graduate students before even starting to work with school administrators, teachers and parents who wanted to participate in the program.”

The program kicked off in fall 2020 with two schools and 12 students from kindergarten to 11th grade. This year, program staff are working with three schools and 10 students.

Jess Conner, a licensed school counselor at Missoula’s C.S. Porter Middle School, provided tele-health counseling to rural students while finishing her degree. She met one to two times a week with each student, depending on the situation, and credits today’s kids’ comfort with technology for making the sessions seamless despite the miles.

“The students I worked with all experience different issues, such as anxiety, peer conflicts, hyperactivity, emotional regulation, eating disorders, etc.,” she said. “They are all very good with their iPads and with technology. I was able to bring in specialists as needed and work with their parents on things they could do at home.”

Parent or guardian participation is a key component of the program, said Nancy Berg, assistant director of the Montana Safe Schools Center – with baseline assessments and followups part of student therapy.

“We are considered a school service, so we mirror as much as possible what in-person counseling would look like,” Berg said.

Kara Morgan, the school counselor for the PK-12 Alberton School, said staff wear many hats, and access to counseling services for students needing extra attention has been extremely helpful.

Both Alberton and Polaris were part of the pilot year of the program, providing valuable feedback to the Center.

“This second year, our kids were very familiar with the program, were interested in what was available or wanted to return to sessions,” said Morgan, who shared that the pandemic has created turmoil for many students academically, in addition to the traditional hurdles such as anxiety that can come with growing up.

Mental health, requires sensitivity, and those participating in the program acknowledge maintaining privacy in small schools requires extra diligence.

While providing counselling services in a small one-room school house has its challenges, Polaris has created a safe and private area for students to talk to their counselors. Students know that their peers are getting support.

“They have an idea and we do try to keep it private,” Borge said, “but also we talk in general about mental health because that’s how we get over the stigma.”

Polaris teacher’s assistant and parent Sarah Miller said being proactive is critical for the heathy development of children facing mental health difficulties, and the availability of this new care for kids in rural areas is “huge.” Her own children have accessed UM’s Tele-Counseling Clinic services.

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14th Annual Production Sale March 7, 2022 - Bear Paw Livestock, Chinook, MT Sale: 1:00 pm

Bulls Bred and Fed for the Commercial Cattleman

Offering: Lot 14 - Reg. #20201112

Sire: Sitz Stellar 726D MGS: AAR Ten X 9903 BW: 85, 205 day wt: 678, WR: 105; 365 wt: 1297, YR: 109 EPD’s: BW: +1.2, WW: +62, YW: +122, SC: +1.02, MILK: +34, $W: +72, $C: +257

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Lot 77 - Reg. #20257723

Sire: Sitz Stellar 726D MGS: Jindra Acclaim BW: 84, 205 day wt: 630, WR: 109; EPD’s: BW: +3.1, WW: +70, YW: +129, MILK: +24

Lot 7 - Reg. #20211980 Sire: WWAR Capitalist 1717 MGS: Clear Creek Hickock 713 BW: 72, 205 day wt: 736, WR: 114; 365 wt: 1350, YR: 113 EPD’s: BW: -0.1, WW: +79, YW: +140, SC: +.97, MILK: +30, $W: +91, $C: +266

Lot 33 - Reg. #20201133 Sire: Mohnen Homemade 3398 MGS: Sitz Upward 307R BW: 71, 205 day wt: 675, WR: 105; 365 wt: 1249, YR: 105 EPD’s: BW: -0.6, WW: +60, YW: +105, SC: +.82, MILK: +33, $W: +75, $C +245 Lot 55 - Reg. #20246340 Sire: WWAR Capitalist 1717 MGS: Mill Bar Hickock 7242 BW: 70, 205 day wt: 670, WR: 104, 365 wt: 1233, YR: 103 EPD’s: BW: +0.1, WW: +73, YW: +130, SC: +1.39, MILK: +31, $W: +87, $C: +278 Teddy & Sara Crowley

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Lot 1 - Reg. #20212445

Sire: SAV Quarterback MGS: CCA McCoy 928T BW: 84, 205 day wt: 694, WR: 108; 365 wt: 1321, YR: 111 EPD’s: BW: +2.9, WW: +81, YW: +135, SC: +.22, MILK: +24, $W: +77, $C: +210

Lot 4 - Reg. #20219514

Sire: Sitz Stellar 726D MGS: TC Blaine 042 BW: 77, 205 day wt: 661, WR: 103, 365 wt: 1256, YR: 105 EPD’s: BW: -0.8, WW: +63, YW: +104, SC: +.10, MILK: +20, $W: +66, $C: +242

Lot 68

Reg. #44244132 (Polled) Sire: MC Fearless Leader 131F BW: 91, ADJ WW: 660, WR: 109, DAM’S NR: 5/104.6 EPD’s: CED +4.3, BW: +2.3, WW: +62, YW: +100, SC: +1.0, M: +27, M&G: +58, CEM: +3.7, REA: +.46, MARB: +.05, CHB$: 106

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Lot 70

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Reg. #44244128 (Polled) Sire: MC Fearless Leader 131F BW: 92, ADJ WW: 692, WR: 115, DAM’S NR: 6/107.3 EPD’s: CED +2.1, BW: +2.4, WW: +63, YW: +102, SC: +0.9, M: +28, M&G: +59, CEM: +1.9, REA: +.49, MARB: +.06, CHB$: 106

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USDA invests $2 million in risk management education

USDA News Release The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing up to $2 million in cooperative agreements this year for risk management education and training programs that support historically underserved producers, small-scale farmers, and conservation practices. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) is investing in organizations, such as nonprofit organizations, universities, and county cooperative extension offices, to develop training and education tools to help producers learn how to effectively manage long-term risks and challenges.

“Agriculture is an inherently risky business, and a strong farm safety net is key to sustaining and ensuring the success of American producers,” said RMA Administrator Marcia Bunger. “We’re committed to improving access to crop insurance, and our partnerships with organizations help us reach communities that have historically lacked access to training and resources. We want to make sure all producers know and understand how to manage risk and what options are available to them.”

RMA works with partners to assist producers, especially historically underserved, farmers and ranchers, in effectively managing long-term risks and challenges. RMA re-established its support of risk management education in 2021, investing nearly $1 million in nine risk management education projects (https://www.rma.usda.gov/en/News-Room/ Press/National-News-Archive/2021-News/2021-News/ USDA-Funds-Risk-Management-Education-for-Historically-Underserved-Producers). From 2002 to 2018, RMA provided annual funding for risk management education projects, supporting more than $126 million worth of projects in historically underserved communities.

How to Apply Interested organizations must apply by 5:59 pm Eastern Time on March 11 through the Results Verification System at rvs.umn.edu. To learn more, view the notice of funding opportunity on grants.gov.

A broad range of risk management training activities are eligible for funding consideration, including training on Federal crop insurance options, record keeping, financial management, non-insurance-based risk management tools, and natural disaster preparedness among others. Partners can also train farmers at all levels on risk management options that help secure local food systems.

This selection process is competitive, and RMA will prioritize projects focused on underserved, organic, and specialty crop producers. Additionally, organizations providing training related to climate change, wildfire response, local foods, and urban ag will also be given stronger consideration.

More Information Federal crop insurance helps farmers and ranchers manage risks that are part of agriculture, such as adverse weather and market fluctuations, strengthening the rural economy, especially after disasters.

Crop insurance is sold and delivered solely through private crop insurance agents. A list of crop insurance agents is available at all USDA Service Centers and online at the RMA Agent Locator (https://www.rma.usda.gov/en/InformationTools/Agent-Locator-Page). Learn more about crop insurance and the modern farm safety net at www.rma.usda.gov.

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is so important,” she said. “I want the kids in our school to learn tools now for dealing with anxiety or whatever they are facing, so they can develop healthy habits for the future.”

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Governor Gianforte appoints Christy Clark Director of Agriculture

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Modular & Manufactured Homes New Modular Homes HAVE ARRIVED! - Ready for delivery Governor Greg Gianforte announced the tana Stockgrowers Association looks appointment of Christy Clark as the director forward to working with Director Clark, FEATURING: of the Montana Department of Agriculture. as head of the Department of Agriculture.

• 4 Bedrooms & 21/2 “Montana producers work hard to feed Christy Clark has extensive experience in Baths the world, and today they have a partner and agriculture and as former Deputy Director • Extra Large Walk in established advocate in Christy Clark as the for the agency, we look forward to her being Pantry director of the Montana Department of Ag,” a strong advocate for the cattle industry.”

• Basement Ready Gov. Gianforte said. “A fifth-generation • 9’ Sidewalls • Separate Living Room and Family Room rancher, Christy understands the challenges ##### • Transom Windows * 3 ready for immediate delivery and opportunities our producers face, and People started wearing pajamas, origi7239 S. Frontage Rd. 406-248-1100 shares my commitment to strengthening and nally spelled “pyjamas,” instead of nightBILLINGS, MT supporting our state’s number one industry.” gowns so they’d be prepared to run outside COME Since May 2021, Clark began serving I-90 Off in public during World War I air raids in SEE Zoo Drive as acting director of the department when England.

US AT... director Mike Foster temporarily left the agency to serve as the state’s ARPA proVisit our Website: newhomesofthefuture.com ##### gram director. Since Foster’s retirement We shake hands to show we’re unarmed. in October 2021, Clark has continued to serve as acting director. With the governor’s appointment, she is director of the agency.

Since 2015, Clark has served Montana producers at the department in various roles, including deputy director, agricultural sciences administrator, and agricultural development and marketing bureau chief.

A Choteau native and 16th Annual Sale fifth-generation rancher, Lunch at 11:30 • Sale starts at 1:00 pm Clark has promoted MonGlasgow Stockyards in Glasgow, MT tana’s high-quality ag products throughout the world and expanded value-added Selling ag opportunities for Mon55 Composite Red Angus Yearling Bulls tana producers at the De33 Red Bred Heifers • 80 Red Heifer Calves partment of Agriculture.

“I am honored to be a 45 Short Term Red Cows part of Governor Gianforte’s Drew Slade Dispersion team and lead an agency serving our farmers, ranch8 Bred Red 3 year old Cows ers, and other ag-related 16 Bred Red 4 & 5 year old Cows industries. They are the lifeblood of our state,” Clark Veseth Cattle, where the said. “Agriculture is my greatest passion, and I can’t focus is on the Female. help but feel like everything 1 Genetics. Veseth Cattle Co. has an exhaustive Artificial Insemination (AI) I’ve done in my life up until program to improve their cattle. We have AI’ed 7500 females in the last 24 years. this point, both personally and professionally, has led me here.”

2 Selection. Veseth Cattle Co tests and verifies all production inputs and that Leaders from Montana’s is why only 10% of the AI sires sampled in our program are used 4 or more years. ag industry offered support for Clark’s nomination.

Cyndi Johnson, presi3 Cost. Veseth Cattle Co. is affordable. Our bulls average $3500 at auction. This is a dent of the Montana Farm 50% savings over the industry average black Angus bull. Only 1 in 3 bulls saved at the Bureau Federation: “I’ve ranch makes the cut for our bull sale. known Christy since our kids were little. She will be an incredible leader for 4 Performance. 92 Steers were sent to Hy-Plains Feedyard in 2020. Their the Montana Department of average daily gain was 4.40 lbs/day and they converted @ 6.02 lbs dry matter conversion.

Agriculture, just as she is an These steers graded 87% Choice and Prime. incredible advocate for agriculture. She’s walked in our 5 Focused on the Female. This is where we can make our customers shoes, dealt with our issues, the most money. Our high bred females will produce over 30% more in lifetime and shared our struggles. production compared to her industry average straight bred counterparts.

Christy understands agriculture from a very personal perspective and we are excited to continue working www. .com with her.”

Tryg Koch, president of the Montana Grain Growers Association: “Montana Grain Growers values the position of the director and thrilled to hear its been filled. MGGA looks forward D ale & J anet V eseth to working with Director (406) 658-2504 • djvsth@itstriangle.com Clark in having an impact on the grain producers.”

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A new bulletin from the University of Wyoming (UW) Extension explores effective supplemental feed programs for sheep producers in the West.

“Supplementation Considerations for Ewes Managed on Dormant Winter Pastures and Rangelands” notes that many sheep producers in the region rely on supplemental feed to meet late-season nutritional shortfalls. That’s because the quality of forage varies throughout the year and doesn’t always meet nutrient requirements during breeding, pregnancy and lactation.

The bulletin’s authors -- UW Extension sheep specialist Whit Stewart and rangeland management specialist Derek Scasta, along with South Dakota State University Extension sheep field specialist Jaelyn Quintana -- say annually evaluating standing forage on winter pastures is critical to determine when and how much to provide supplemental feed.

“Understanding the forage quality, quantity and species composition available to grazing sheep is an essential step in designing a precision supplementation program,” they wrote.

The bulletin also offers tips on how to determine what type of supplement should be used, considering factors such as whether protein or energy is required, and the cost per pound of the supplement.

“Implementing some of these considerations in foragebased sheep enterprises can optimize animal performance and save valuable input costs,” the authors conclude.

To download the bulletin, go to https://www.wyoextension.org/publications/Search_Details. php?pubid=2087&pub=B-1379

Alfalfa fertility management

Todd Whitney, Nebraska Extension Pasture & Forage Forum Successful alfalfa production begins with proper decisions regarding cultivar selection; weeds / insects & diseases control; water management; and a good fertility program.

Although some growers may still use 3 tons per acre as their alfalfa yield goal, many producers (especially irrigators) may now be using 6 or 9 tons per acre for their target yield goals.

Due to high fertilizer prices, soil testing will likely improve fertilizer return on investments for the upcoming growing season. Since alfalfa roots absorb most nutrients such as phosphate and potassium from the top 6 to 8 inches of soil, surface and shallow subsoil soil sampling will likely provide adequate nutrient availability assessment.

Alfalfa is more sensitive to pH than other crops; and grows best at 6.8 soil pH with a pH range from 6.5 to 7.5. If alfalfa fields have low pH or strong acid content, then lime may be required used to raise pH. Conversely, if lab results indicate high pH levels, then sulfur can be applied to help lower pH levels.

Alfalfa hay harvest removes about 55 pounds of potassium per ton of production. Potassium is also needed by alfalfa in high quantities and about 1/3 of Nebraska fields now test low for potassium. Phosphorus removal in alfalfa forage averages 12 pounds per ton of production. While sulfur and magnesium removal is about 5-6 pounds per ton of alfalfa produced.

To extend fertilizer investment dollars, consider topdressing nutrients immediately after forage harvest before regrowth resumes. Split apply fertilizer applications with top dress fertilization following first cutting and in early September to increase winter hardiness.

Three grand prizes offered at the MATE The 45th annual Montana Agri-Trade Exposition (MATE) provides three opportunities to win a grand prize February 17-19, 2022.

Guests use their free tickets to enter the drawings.

Once the back of the ticket is filled out and signed, attendees can place them in the drawing drums. The final day of the MATE show, Saturday, February 19, the winners are randomly selected from each corresponding drawing drum. Need not be present to win. Must be 18 years of age or older. Winners are taxed on the retail value of the prize.

The MATE Grand Prize is proudly provided by John Deere C & B Operations.

This year the winner will take home a TX 4 x 2 Gator. This gator has all wheel hydraulic disc braking with dual master cylinder and an automotive-type rack and pinion steering with fully independent, single A-arm suspension. C & B Operations has John Deere locations in Billings, Miles City, Glendive, Culbertson, Circle, Plentywood, and Glasgow, Montana, as well as Sheridan and Powell, Wyoming. The John Deere booth at MATE has won the Best Booth Award for the past two years. Check them out in the Expo Center building at MetraPark at booth #47.

The Home & Health Grand Prize 2022 is brought to you by Exclusive Home Products LLC. This is a seven piece American made Royal Queen by West Bend waterless cookware set.

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Stop by in the Montana Pavilion at MetraPark at booth #628.

The Ag Grand Prize is one ton of SweetPro mineral tubs from AgriBest Feeds.

Agri-Best Feeds is the regional marketing arm of SweetPro Feeds based out of Walhalla, ND and Redmond Natural Trace Minerals in Redmond, UT. Their focus is to maximize animal health, forage utilization, and producer profits. SweetPro Feeds is known for its new nutritional technology (6 patents plus a proprietary digestive aide) of taking Distiller’s Grains (by-product of the ethanol process) stabilizing them in block or granular form and making them available to livestock producers across the nation and Canada. Learn about feed programs and enter to win at their booth #501 in the Expo Center.

Along with these grand prizes many businesses have daily drawings and prizes at their booths. To see the full list of vendors and a map of the booths go to www.themateshow.com Free tickets are available at First Interstate Bank locations, Vendors’ businesses, the NILE Office, or online.

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Gumdrop Day Celebrated on: February 15th Gumdrops are a unique candy, consisting of a gelatin texture close to Jello but not quite. Gumdrops are typically flavored with fruits and spices and are most often eaten during the winter months.

Gumdrop Day celebrates all things related to gumdrops, celebrating its mysterious history and hopes to encourage everyone to eat them and use them on this day.

History of Gumdrop Day Gumdrops were believed to be invented by Percy Trusdale in 1801.

Gumdrops are also called spice drops for the variety of spices they contain, such as cinnamon and clove. The term “gumdrops” didn’t exist until the 1850s, when it appeared in the Illinois State Chronicle, as it reported on a candy shop, owned by George Julier.

The gelatin-based candy has since become a popular candy, as it has been used for decorating gingerbread houses, appeared in games such as Candy Land, and has been the nickname for the NASA Apollo Command modules because of their gumdrop shape.

The most popular flavors for gumdrops are cherry, orange, lemon, grape, and licorice. Gumdrops are also a candy that’s typically seen during Christmas time due to its use of spices. Spices such as cinnamon, allspice, licorice, clove, and mint are typically used during this time.

How to Celebrate Gumdrop Day Gumdrop Day is all about exploring a new kind of candy and tasting its spicy, yet sweet, flavors and textures. Purchase a bag of gumdrops and give them a try! Celebrate Gumdrop Day by choosing your favorite flavor. Design an outfit based around a gumdrop to wear for the day. Host a gumdrop themed party and play Candy Land! Share some gumdrops with your friends, family, and loved ones, and ask them what their favorite flavors are.

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Fritz Red Angus 34th Annual Production Sale

Thursday March 10th, 2022 1180 - Monarch son • BW 90 • 205 wt 774 • R 113 • 365 wt 1340 • R 113 ProS 91 • HB 52 • GM 39 • CE 9 • B 1.1 • W 80 • Y 128 • M 33 • MA 0.45 • RE 0.36

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1120 - Summit son • BW 89 • 205 wt 697 • R 103 • 365 wt 1197 • R 100 ProS 76 • HB 59 • GM 18 • CE 9 • B 0.8 • W 76 • Y 121 • M 25 • MA 0.21 • RE 0.26

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1142 - M 421F son • BW 70 • 205 wt 757 • R 109 • 365 wt 1318 • R 112 ProS 112 • HB 71 • GM 42 • CE 15 • B -2.1 • W 81 • Y 132 • M 30 • MA 0.39 • RE 0.31

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1128 - JR son • BW 60 • 205 wt 654 • R 106 • 365 wt 1195 • R 110 ProS 96 • HB 52 • GM 44 • CE 16 • B -3.4 • W 71 • Y 122 • M 27 • MA 0.34 • RE 0.25

Sale and videos on 1179 - Monarch son • BW 95 • 205 wt 778 • R 121 • 365 wt 1300 • R 111 ProS 74 • HB 51 • GM 22 • CE 9 • B 1.4 • W 82 • Y 125 • M 33 • MA 0.37 • RE 0.26

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MBC welcomes new team member

The Montana Beef Council (MBC) is pleased to announce the addition of Al Koenig to the Montana Beef Council staff team as the Field Representative.

Al’s primary role will be to serve as a brand ambassador for the MBC and represent the Beef Checkoff to Montana’s producers. His first day was January 3, 2022.

Al was raised in Belgrade, Montana and holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business and a Bachelor of Science in Economics with minors in Finance, Spanish, Business Administration, and International Business. Previously he served as the Montana FFA State President, taught entry-level economics, and worked abroad to represent the

beef and cattle industry. He has traveled extensively both in and out of state and brings a vast network of contacts in the beef community to the Council.

In addition to working for MBC, Al also maintains his cattle herd in Gallatin, Broadwater, and Jefferson counties.

The Montana Beef Council was created in 1954 by cattlemen as a marketing organization for beef and is funded through the federal mandatory $1-perhead Beef Checkoff assessment. Montana Beef Council is organized to enhance profit opportunities for Montana cattle and beef producers by increasing demand for beef and beef products.

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American Farm Bureau establishes 2022 policies

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Montana Farm Bureau Federation Ag NewsWire Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Phone (406) 680-7277, Chester, Montana Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) 103rd Convention adopted policies to guide the organization’s work in 2022. Key topics ranged from milk pricing and beef market transparency to urban agriculture.

“Delegates from all 50 state Farm Bureaus and Puerto Rico came together to demonstrate the power of grassroots leadership,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “The policies set forth will guide Farm Bureau in its mission to advocate for farmers and ranchers and build a sustainable future of safe and abundant food, fiber and renewable fuel for our entire nation and world.”

Delegates re-elected AFBF President Zippy Duvall and Vice President Scott VanderWal for their fourth terms.

Long-standing frustration over imbalances in the meat industry led to calls for greater transparency in livestock markets. In this complex discussion, it was determined that while government should play a role in increasing the share of negotiated sales while being respectful of regional differences, government mandates setting percentages of cash sales should not be used to achieve this end as doing Yearling Bulls Griffin Polled so will negatively impact cow/calf producers.

Herefords Yearling Heifers As farmers’ labor struggles continue, delegates approved additional policies that build on existing AFBF (406) 821-0247 Bred cows due policies regarding the need for employee stabilization and Darby, Montana in March reforms to the guestworker program.

Delegates updated policy on biofuels to include renewable diesel. The addition recognizes the innovation and potential that sustainable biofuels provide environmental benefits while creating opportunities for PRODUCING EFFICIENT, PRACTICAL & PROFITABLE CATTLE! America’s farmers.

As farmers and ranchers continue to increase their reliance on digital technologies, delegates voted to support raising the standard for federal broadband projects to be at least 100 Mbps for both uploads and downloads.

Montana Farm Bureau (MFBF) had three policies pass through the process. The policies dealt with predator depredation on livestock, addressing needed mitigation and prevention of coal seam fires, and state property tax. Next year MFBF intends to bring back an improved version of their resolution dealing with increased levels of USDA research funding for U.S.SONS OF: FT. KNOX 4040, CUDA 504C, LONG RANGE 203D, HOMELAND C34 & NIGHTCAP 7256E grown organic food.

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Legume frost seeding in pastures

Brad Schick, Nebraska Extension Pasture & Forage Forum Are you looking to increase production from pastures or hay fields? Interseeding legumes might just work in your operation.

Nitrogen is one of the key ingredients for productive pastures. A way to get more nitrogen in a pasture is to plant legumes. Alfalfa, birdsfoot trefoil, clovers, and other legumes all fix atmospheric nitrogen and can reduce nitrogen costs.

These legumes are also very high in forage quality.

Not all pastures are good candidates for adding legumes, however. First, legumes need adequate phosphorus and a pH usually above 6 while some prefer a pH closer to 7. Next, good seed placement is needed. When interseeding with a no-till drill is not an option due to frozen ground or topography, frost seeding is an option to consider. Frost seeding uses broadcasting seed in winter to allow the natural freezing and thawing of the ground to plant the seed for you, resulting in good seed to soil contact. Frost seeding success can vary and while more invasive, drilling is almost always a better option if the pasture would allow it. Because frost seeding requires seed to be close to the soil surface after broadcasting, snow-free or very little snow is preferred.

Lastly, heavy flash grazing several times in the spring will reduce the competition from existing grasses and help promote the legume seedlings. Once the grass is 3 to 4 inches taller than the seedlings, graze quickly until the grasses are grazed down to the height of the legume seedlings.

Legumes can help reduce fertilizer cost and create higher quality pastures and hay. Frost seeding is an economical approach that might work to establish legumes in your operation.

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The blast blasted blubber beyond all believable bounds

An eight-ton sperm whale carcass washed ashore on a Florence, Oregon, beach in November 1970. And it really stank. It fell upon George Thornton of the Oregon State Highway Division to figure out how to remove it. He couldn’t bury the decomposing corpse on site because the tides would uncover it. And because of the stench, his workers refused to cut it up and transport it elsewhere. He also couldn’t burn it.

Solution: Blow up the whale’s body with dynamite. Thornton figured that the whale’s body would be nearly disintegrated by the explosion; gulls would scavenge the small chunks that landed on the beach.

As workers piled 20 cases–half a ton–of dynamite on the carcass, a crowd of onlookers and reporters gathered at (what they thought) was a safe distance. And then…BOOM! The whale suddenly erupted into a giant plume of sand and blubber. “Oohs” and “aahs” are heard from the bystanders as whale fragments flew through the air. Then a woman screamed, “Here come pieces of…whale!” Splattering noises of whale chunks hitting the ground grew louder as onlookers tried to dodge the onslaught. In the words of Paul Linnman, a Portland TV reporter on the scene. “The humor of the entire situation suddenly gave way to a run for survival as huge chunks of whale blubber fell everywhere.”

For several minutes after the blast, it rained blubber particles. Fortunately, no one was hurt by the chunks, but everyone–and everything–on the scene was coated with foul-smelling whale bits. The worst casualty: An Oldsmobile parked a quarter of a mile away was crushed by a large slab of blubber. The beach was littered with huge chunks of ripe whale, including its entire tail and a slab of mangled whale meat that never left the blast site. And the smell was actually worse than before. The townspeople (and all the gulls) stayed far away. Thornton and his workers spent the rest of the day burying their mistake. His blunder drew the attention of news stations all over the country, but amazingly, he was promoted just six months later.

Nearly 50 years later, the Oregon Highway Division still gets asked about the exploding whale–many callers hoping to get their hands on the video. The whale is still dead, but the story took on a life of its own.

Use federal programs to protect land value

By Cole Ehmke, University of Wyoming Producers and landowners can use programs from federal agencies to improve their land: the major federal agencies with programs available to producers and landowners include the U.S. Department of Agriculture-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS); USDA-Farm Service Agency (FSA); USDA-Rural Development; USDA-Risk Management Agency (RMA), the Forest Service; the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS); the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); and the Small Business Administration (SBA).

Here is information about a few programs.

NRCS Programs Most producers are familiar with NRCS and FSA programs. Key NRCS programs are available during the 2022 federal fiscal year (which began Oct. 1). Those programs include the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) and the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP). The NRCS accepts applications year-round, but contact your local office since states do set deadlines. Applications received after those dates are considered in the following year.

These programs are delivered on a “cost share” basis, meaning the producer and NRCS each pay a percentage of the cost of the conservation practice. Conservation districts work together with NRCS at the county level to identify local resource concerns and establish priorities for needed conservation practices. This is called “locally led,” meaning that local landowners and producers have a voice in the process.

Producers express their opinions by completing surveys and attending the locally led meetings. NRCS considers these local priorities in the process of approving applications for cost share assistance.

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Economics and Economics in the College Perhaps, most importantly, they say the of Agriculture, and researchers from Oregon downward trend in land development is likely State University and the U.S. Forest Service not permanent. For example, some speculate also found that falling gas prices and, to a that the COVID-19 pandemic could shift lesser extent, rising income drove land dewhere people prefer to live – from higher- to lower-density areas. That would add pressure velopment from 1982 to 2000. Since then, to develop new lands in low-density areas. however, income growth has been stagnant and Bigelow and his colleagues believe this gas prices have risen sharply. The researchers research lays the groundwork to help study conclude that gas price increases, more than land development after the pandemic and other changes in income and population, most sigfuture large economic shocks. nificantly shaped the recent shift toward denser “Land development is irreversible, so once development. land gets developed it generally is not going “Increasing gas prices raise commuting back to forest or the agricultural use that it was costs in areas with longer commutes, which previously,” said Bigelow. “That’s why this is makes land less attractive for housing develWANT TO BUY: such an important issue to so many people and opment in such areas,” said David Lewis, a New Holland bale wagons. so many groups because it’s not something that natural resource economist at Oregon State Model 1032, 1033, 1036, or 1037. can be undone.” and co-author of the paper.

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under the ACEP. An additional program under the ACEP is the Wetland Reserve Enhancement Partnership in which NRCS works with partners to protect and restore high priority wetlands and improve wildlife habitat. A Wetland Reserve Easement is part of this program. Details about NRCS programs are at www. nrcs.usda.gov.

FSA Programs FSA programs provide financial resources to producers for a variety of purposes. FSA administers farm loan, commodity, conservation, and disaster assistance programs. At the local level an elected FSA County Committee makes programs relevant.

FSA’s Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) provides income to producers who remove land from production and put it into grassland – establishing grass on marginal lands can reduce erosion and improve wildlife habitat. FSA cost shares the expense of establishing the grass and provides an annual per acre payment for an agreed period, ranging from 10 to 15 years. If you’re thinking of extending a CRP contract, ask about incentives for improving water quality.

FSA has loans available for beginning farmers to purchase land as well as operating loans. Information about FSA programs is available at www.fsa.usda.gov.

FWS Programs The Fish and Wildlife Service has multiple programs to help landowners make wildlife habitat improvements. Information can be found at www.fws.gov. The Farm Bill created a joint program between FWS and NRCS called Working Lands for Wildlife. This program targets seven species for accelerated conservation practices. More information can be found at the NRCS website.

EPA Programs Landowners who may have sites of potential environmental concern, or who border a site, or plan to purchase land that might have a site, can contact the EPA for an assessment. Landowners interested in mitigating sites may be eligible for assistance through EPA or in partnership with other agencies. Information is at www.epa.gov.

Final Thought The federal programs mentioned here – and the resources of other programs and agencies – can be a cost-effective way to stabilize and improve land (as well as help small businesses and rural communities). And even if you don’t use the cost sharing, remember that agricultural producers and landowners can receive technical assistance from these agencies without charge. To keep current on local opportunities, get acquainted with the people at the various local and state offices, and be sure to sign up for emailed newsletters.

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Ferris Wheel Day

Date When Celebrated: Always February 14 Can you imagine a carnival or festival without a ferris wheel? We have George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr. a civil engineer, to thank. In 1893, he made the first Ferris Wheel for the World’s Colombian Exhibition in Chicago.

The purpose of this day is obvious... to celebrate the birthday of this great inventor and to enjoy his invention. The trouble is, there aren’t many carnivals, amusement parks or fairgrounds operating in mid-February in North America. You may have to settle with enjoying old photos of trips to a fair or amusement park.

Origin of Ferris Wheel Day: Ferris Wheel Day commemorates the birthday of George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr., the creator of the first Ferris Wheel.

Austria, a country in love with their Ferris Wheels, also claims to have created this day. Their claim is that this date was chosen because in Austria this is historically the most weather friendly day of the year.

International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day

Date When Celebrated: Always February 23 International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day is a day for the dogs. And, that’s because there is no one else who can really appreciate the true value of a dog biscuit. They say “Every dog has his day”. And, it will definitely be his day when you give him some tasty dog biscuits.

You might appreciate their value in pleasing your dog, as a reward for behavior, or enticing them to do a trick. But, the dog is the recipient of the treat.

Celebrate today by giving your dog a few dog biscuits.

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February 13th - February 19th, 2022 Jell-O has become one of the most famous brands of flavored gelatin in the food market, with over 25 jello flavors and 30 pudding flavors. While the company and the Jell-O brand has been around during the 1800’s, the recipe itself has been around a lot longer than people expect.

Jell-O Week works to preserve the history of this sweet collagen recipe and teach people about the impact Jell-O has made in human history.

History of Jell-O Week Jell-O Week takes place during February, celebrating the history and impact of Jell-O’s gelatin and pudding creations.

Before the nature of the infamous Jell-O company, gelatinbased foods began in the 1400’s in the Middle East and spread to Europe and then to America.

Gelatin desserts were initially served only to the wealthiest households because of its lengthy process. This is because the main component of today’s Jell-O is protein gelatin, collagen that is extracted from boiled bones, connective tissues, and other animal products.

Once people got their hands on the recipe and started turning the concoction into powdered form, Jell-O had begun to grow significantly in popularity due to its broad access to the public.

In 1897, a carpenter, Pearle Bixby Wait, registered the trademark Jell-O and its recipe. Two years later, he sold the rights to Jell-O for $450 to a LeRoy businessman, Orator Woodward.

By the early 1900’s, powdered gelatin was widely available, and in less than ten years, Jell-O was grossing $1 million a year. Eventually, Jell-O sold their company to General Foods Company, and in 1964, the Jell-O factory in LeRoy closed.

While the Jell-O company originated in the state of New York, the state of Utah in 2001 officially declared Jell-O Week a holiday for people all over the world to celebrate their love for the delicious jiggly dessert and their variety of flavors.

How to Celebrate Jell-O Week Take the week to experiment with the variety of flavors Jell-O has to offer by hosting a Jell-O party for your friends and family! Because Jell-O is so easy to make, you can easily find recipes online on how to incorporate Jell-O into your foods. Taste test the flavors Jell-O has and see what’s your favorite Jell-O flavor. Make Jell-O shots by adding some vodka or white rum for your friends to enjoy.

The aliens are already here!

More close encounters of the credible kind.

• Apollo 14 astronaut Captain Edgar Mitchell, USN: “The evidence points to the fact that Roswell was a real incident and that indeed an alien craft did crash, and that material was recovered from that site.

We all know that UFOs are real. All we need to ask is where do they come from, and what do they want?”

• Air Chief Marshal Lord Dowding, commanding officer, RAF, in World War II: “More than 10,000 sightings have been reported, the majority of which cannot be accounted for by any ‘scientific’ explanation…

They have been tracked on radar screens and the observed speeds have been as great as 9,000 mph. I am convinced that these objects do exist and they are not manufactured by any nation on Earth. I can therefore see no alternative to accepting the theory that they come from an extraterrestrial source.”

• Dr. James McDonald, senior physicist, Institute for Atmospheric Physics, University of Arizona, testifying before Congress in 1968: “My own present opinion, based on two years of careful study, is the UFOs are probably extraterrestrial devices engaged in something that might very tentatively be termed ‘surveillance.’”

• Colonel Philip Corso, head of foreign technology, U.S. Army Research and Development Department, 1961: “Let there be no doubt. Alien technology harvested from the infamous saucer crash in Roswell, New Mexico, in July 1947 led directly to the development of the integrated circuit chip, laser and fiber-optic technologies, particle beams, electromagnetic propulsion systems, depleted uranium projectiles, stealth capabilities, and many others.

How do I know? I was in charge! I think the kids on this planet are wise to the truth, and I think we ought to give it to them. I think they deserve it.”

• President Jimmy Carter, 1976: “I don’t laugh at people anymore when they say they’ve seen UFOs. I’ve seen one myself.”

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Emerging Pathogenic Threats program or The team includes the members of Allis-Chalmers, John Deere, IHC, Moline, Massey-Ferguson PREEMPT. It seeks to identify mechanisms or what have you got?

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Here are some finger foods, just in time for Super Bowl Sunday.

Grilled Bacon-Onion Appetizers

2 large sweet onions 12 hickory-smoked bacon strips 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup molasses 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce Cut each onion into 12 wedges. Cut bacon strips in half widthwise; wrap a piece of bacon around each onion wedge and secure with toothpicks. Place in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. dish. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, vinegar, molasses and barbecue sauce; pour 1/2 cup over onions.

Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour, turning once. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting. Drain and discard marinade. Grill onions, covered, over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, turning and basting frequently with reserved marinade. Yield: 2 dozen.

Beer Dip

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup beer or nonalcoholic beer 1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese Pretzels In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, beer and dressing mix until smooth. Stir in cheese. Serve with pretzels.

Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 3-1/2 cups.

Buffalo Wing Poppers

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• Neil Creek flows year-round through property • Developed to be utilized as off-grid property • Heated greenhouse

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20 jalapeno peppers 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese 1 cup diced cooked chicken 1/2 cup blue cheese salad dressing 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce Cut peppers in half lengthwise, leaving stems intact; discard seeds. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pipe or stuff into pepper halves.

Place in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 20 minutes for spicy flavor, 30 minutes for medium and 40 minutes for mild. Yield: 40 appetizers.

Sticky Chicken Wings

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3-1/2 to 4 pounds whole chicken wings 1 cup packed brown sugar 3/4 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning 1 teaspoon ground mustard Cut chicken wings into three sections; discard wing tips.

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, butter, Creole seasoning and mustard; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Drain and discard marinade. Place chicken in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 4550 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

Transfer the wings to a rack on a broiler pan. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until crisp.

Yield: 12-15 servings.

BLT Bites

16 to 20 cherry tomatoes 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled ½ cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 1/3 cup chopped green onions 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley Cut a thin slice off of each tomato top. Scoop out and discard pulp. Invert the tomatoes on a paper towel to drain. In a small bowl, combine all remaining ingredients; mix well.

Spoon into tomatoes. Refrigerate for several hours.

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Levi Strauss Day

Date Celebrated: February 26th They’re comfy. They last for years and years. They don’t require dry-cleaning or any other kind of special treatment. They’re perfect for a number of occasions, from a trip to the grocery store, to a walk in the park, to an evening at the pub, to a number of even semi-formal social occasions. They’re incredibly versatile, meaning they look good with pretty much everything, from t-shirts to smart blazers. In fact, you can’t imagine life without them at all.

What are we talking about? Jeans, of course!

History of Levi Strauss Day Levi Strauss was a German-American businessman born in Bavaria on February 26th, 1829, who came to the United States with his family the mid-1800s when he was 18 years old. Strauss began as a dry goods wholesaler in San Francisco, California, where he sold various items such as clothing, bedding, bags and handkerchiefs to settlers, many of whom had arrived in California to take part in the gold rush.

Needless to say, the hard physical labor required of the miners of the day and those building new railroads made it difficult for them to find clothing that would last for more than a few months without falling apart at the seams. One day in 1870, one of Strauss’ clients, a tailor named Jacob W. Davis was approached by a woman who needed a pair of exceptionally strong working pants for her husband, a woodcutter.

Her request prompted Davis to make a pair of pants from the denim he’d bought at Strauss’ shop that he then strengthened with copper rivets to reinforce the stitching. Word of the new article of clothing and its endurance spread fast, and soon Davis was not able to keep up with the demand for his invention, nor did he have the resources to open a larger tailor shop or obtain a patent.

Falling further and further behind and afraid someone else would steal his idea, Davis decided to ask for Strauss’ financial backing in the filing of a patent application. Strauss agreed, the patent was issued, the two men became business partners, and Levi Strauss & Co was born.

How to celebrate Levi Strauss Day Levi Strauss’ story is considered to be the quintessence of the “American Dream”, a belief that all men and women were created equal and that hard work, ambition and creativity are all that is needed to become successful, both financially and otherwise. Levi Strauss’ family was anything but wealthy, with his father making just enough money as a peddler to keep the family afloat until he died of tuberculosis, a tragedy that plunged the Strauss family into poverty. Regardless of any and all setbacks, however, Levi Strauss managed to make an enormous amount of money. Strauss was not the stereotype of a stingy, rich miser, however–far from it.

Throughout his life, he made numerous donations to various orphanages and other charity organizations. That’s why a great way to celebrate this day would be to read the biography of Levi Strauss or any other man or woman who has achieved success through hard work and dedication, and then used his or her money and influences to help others.

The fairy tale that fooled the world

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle created Sherlock Holmes, a master detective with an uncanny knack for uncovering the truth. Unfortunately for the British author, he wasn’t quite so astute in real life.

In 1917 Doyle, an ardent believer in the occult, announced that, just as he’d always believed, sprites, gnomes, and other types of fairies really did exist. His proof: photographs of fairies taken by 16-year-old Elsie Wright and her 10-year-old cousin Frances Griffiths. In the photos, the little girls are posing next to a stream in the woods, and they’re surrounded by flying fairies and dancing gnomes. Doyle assured a skeptical public that photography experts had deemed the pictures to be authentic; there was no retouching or superimposition or other trickery. The photos, backed by Doyle’s testament to their authenticity, launched an international fairy craze.

More than 60 years later, in 1983, Wright and Griffiths, now elderly women, came clean. The cousins simply posed alongside paper cutouts of fairies and gnomes that were held up by hatpins. They said that they didn’t confess back than because they didn’t want to embarrass Doyle, who was so sure the pictures were authentic. “I never even thought of it as being a fraud,” said Griffiths, “it was just Elsie and I having a bit of fun.”

Agri-food trade and climate change

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By Dragan Miljkovic, professor, NDSU Agribusiness and Applied Economics Climate change is a phenomenon affecttivity, but effects due to land use changes ing many regions of the world, causing should not be neglected. global warming and changes in precipitaClimate changes also affect the livestock tions patterns. sector: impacts are evident, for instance, on As argued by the Intergovernmental milk production, disease and parasites, feed Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), climate intake and feed supplies. change has strong impacts on incomes and Overall, the impacts of climate changes economic activities, although heterogeon the demand-supply balances in the agneous across countries. Among economic ricultural sector are related both to direct 7000# backing plates..$70 activities, agriculture is one of the most losses (e.g., crop failures) and several indiCall for negatively affected by climate change but rect effects triggered by market reactions to Trailer Parts 10,000# jacks........... $135 also a main driver of changes in climate. events occurring in other producing regions In a recent journal article, my co-authors of the world.

Hillsboro Pickup Flatbeds In Stock and I address this very important issue of the Climate changes are a central issue for role of international agricultural and food agriculture. Some effects, already observed, trade (agri-food trade for short) in helping are likely to intensify in the future, contribto alleviate the issues arising due to climate uting to declines in agricultural production, change. fluctuations in world market prices and Changes in climate, both short-run growing levels of food insecurity. These shocks (i.e., weather variations) and longeffects also are likely to be detrimental run changes, have the potential to impact in some countries and positive in others economic activities. Climate changes alter with potential impacts on their economic productivity, thus production costs, as well development. as resource availability and market prices, According to the FAO, agriculture in low with consequences on welfare, poverty and latitude countries suffering from poverty food security. and food insecurity could be negatively Changes in climate and agriculture are affected. High latitude countries, often tied up together. While the agricultural secCONTINUED ON PAGE A48 tor is one of the most hit by changes in climate, it is responsible for great environmental impacts. Agricultural activities (e.g., intensive livestock, fertilization, land use and management) are important contributors of greenhouse gas emissions with related consequences in terms of climate changes.

On the demand side, a growing population and changes in diet are causing an increase in demand for food and livestock feed.

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developed economies, characterized by temperate climates, could observe positive effects on agriculture with warmer weather. Uneven impacts of climate changes across countries and consequent changes in food availability and access, as well as in comparative advantages, are likely to affect international trade patterns.

By allowing the reallocation of food from surplus to deficit regions, agricultural trade has the potential to lower inequalities between regions with different levels of economic development, helping countries adapt to climate change. It is of utmost importance to find adaptation and mitigation solutions to climate change in agriculture and food systems to face and combat food insecurity.

These solutions may involve actions to reduce net emissions from agriculture and food production, for instance by modifying management practices (e.g., manure management, use of fossil fuel and nitrogen fertilizer), increasing carbon sequestration (e.g., avoiding deforestation or land conversion) or producing substitutes for emission-intensive products (e.g., bioenergy, wood).

For these reasons, in recent years, the relationships between agriculture, trade, global value chains and climate change have been at the forefront in trade and development policy agendas of different agreements. In fact, supporting developing countries to promote sustainable development and the provision of agri-food produce is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Framework Convention on Climate Change and an aim of the Paris Agreement of the United Nations. The return of the United States in the Paris Agreement should strengthen the global cooperation towards the achievement of these goals to intensify climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts.

Future research should be devoted to a better understanding of the effects of climate change on the global agri-food sector. In fact, as weather and climate conditions change, firms, communities and countries need to develop new adaptation strategies to the climate regimes. Understanding the relationships between trade and climate change is one of the efforts towards the promotion of sustainable development.

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Thomas Edison invented the lightbulb, right? Wrong!

The first incandescent bulb was patented by Joseph Swan, an English inventor, in 1845. By the time Edison began experimenting with lightbulbs in 1878, his goal was to find a long-lasting filament that would make the lightbulb practical for the first time. So he did that all by himself, right? Wrong!

More a tinkerer than a scientist, Edison’s strategy had been to blindly build prototype after prototype. He ignored the work of other researchers, often unwittingly repeating their failed experiments. That’s what happened with the lightbulb.

After a month of getting nowhere, he hired Francis Upton a Princeton physicist, to help him.

Upton had the lab’s researchers study old patents, electrical journals, and the work of competing inventors to see what progress they had made. He also shifted the focus of the work from testing prototypes to methodically experimenting with raw materials (in order to understand their scientific properties and see which ones made the best filaments).

Without this important shift in strategy Edison’s lab might never have developed a practical bulb at all–and certainly would have fallen behind competing labs.

“I have not failed,” Edison once said, “I have just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” (Until someone helped him, that is).

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In 1942 an unlucky Brit exploring the Roopkund area of the Himalayas discovered a lake full of human skeletons.

There were bones floating in the water; others were piled up along the banks. Some of them still had hair and soft tissue attached. Investigators discovered the remains of more than 200 people.

But how did they die? And when?

The mystery was solved in 2002 thanks to modern forensics. Researchers determined that the people died circa A.D. 850 (ice had preserved them). Cause of death: blunt force trauma to their heads. But not by weapons–these people were done in by a violent thunderstorm that rained down hailstones the size of baseballs.

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Since 2015, Sheppard has explored artiThe Data-Intensive Farm Management ficially intelligent tools to design on-farm (DIFM) project was recently awarded a $4 experiments and predict crop yield. He’ll million grant from the U.S. Department of lead the development of an “analytical enAgriculture’s Natural Resources Conservagine” that will use complex modeling and tion Service to work with farmers across machine learning to identify trends in years’ the country to improve the efficiency of worth of data and make recommendations planting, management and input decisions, based on variation across the 15 project integrating technological advancements into member states — even at scales down to agricultural practices. individual sections of a particular site.

As part of the project, MSU professors “By introducing artificial intelligence Bruce Maxwell of the Department of Land and machine learning technologies focused Resources and Environmental Sciences and specifically on farmers’ needs and practices, John Sheppard of the Gianforte School of we hope to enable farmers to make dataComputing will develop a user-friendly sysinformed decisions tailored to their farms,” tem for on-farm experimentation, data colsaid Sheppard. “While the main goal is to lection and analysis, as well as a framework increase farmer profit, we also hope to help to help farmers make the most cost-effective farmers make decisions to reduce negative and ecologically sustainable management environmental impact.” decisions.

“We placed a focus on what we thought CONTINUED ON PAGE A50 was most important for Montana, which was to see what information we could ower of get from precision technologies that were becoming redictability commonplace on the farm, What does 66 years of including yield monitors breeding with the same and protein sensors,” said goal in mind get you?

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The DIFM project, led by University of Illinois agricultural economist David Bullock, is the largest of 14 grants awarded by the NRCS to help partners implement and evaluate innovative conservation practices on their farmland.

The funding is provided through On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials, a component of the Conservation Innovation Grants program first authorized in the 2018 Farm Bill.

Awardees are required to evaluate the conservation and economic outcomes from the practices and systems they study, giving partners, producers and NRCS critical information to inform future conservation work.

For Maxwell and Sheppard, that also includes advising Montana farmers in methods that they can put to use.

“I think most of our collaborating producers are excited about it and feel like they’re getting some really good information,” said Maxwell. “They’re experimenting, and they like this idea of utilizing our approach to learn more in the context of their operation. Now they’re expanding their experiments on their own, which is ultimately what we’d hoped for them to be able to do. It’s our job to synthesize that information, put it together in a way that helps them make better decisions.”

For the Broyles family, the core value of the research lies in the ability to take what Maxwell and Sheppard develop and put it into use on a daily basis.

“We had a better time producing accurate data when we learned how to do more of this in house,” said Gary Broyles.

“We have more confidence now. In the development of this project, we feel more confident that what we were learning is reliable.”

The Data-Intensive Farm Management project is recruiting producers in Arkansas, Idaho, Illinois, Louisiana, Texas, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Washington, but cotton, corn, soybean and wheat farmers from any state can apply to participate. More information can be found at the DIFM project homepage (https://publish.illinois.edu/data-intensive-farmmanagment/).

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We all know that apples were the first fruit, in the garden of Eden. Grapes were most likely there, too. It was probably soon after, that wine was discovered. This author envisions an early Cave Man, finding some grapes that he had stored in his cave. His kids had accidentally stomped on them some time before, while playing in the cave. Food was scarce back then. Our Cave Man drank the juice lying in a puddle on the shelf, and the rest is history!

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Doane Western of Montana, Bozeman MT .........................................................C22 Double Diamond Truck & Equipment Sales, Missoula MT .....................................C32 Dry Fork Ag, Ledger MT ...................... A43 Ear Mountain Machine, Choteau MT... A17 Equipment Connection, Columbia Falls MT ....................................................C15 EV Insulation, Evan VanDyke, Conrad MT. .........................................................C42 Exchange Services, Inc, Whitefish MT...C17 Faber Productions, Rozel WY .............C30 First State Bank, Shelby, MT ............... A44 Fisher Metal Products, Fort Benton, MT...C5 Flaman Rentals, Power MT .......... C6, C43 Fort Benton Realty, Fort Benton MT ...C44 Fox Ford, Wolf Point MT........................C4 Fraser’s Oil Inc., Inverness MT ............ A48 Frieling’s Agricultural Equipment, Great Falls MT ...................................B13, C31, C52 Frontline Ag Solutions Dillon, Dillon MT..C29 Frontline Ag Solutions, Choteau, Conrad, Cut Bank, Dillon, Lewistown, Havre, Chester, Great Falls, Belgrade, Livingston MT ........................................... C34, C35 G & M Bins, LLC, Mark McInerney, Fairfield MT ....................................................C30 Gateway Arch & Fence, Wayne Thiem, Bozeman MT .................................... A36 Glass Trucking, Denton MT .................C33 Golden Harvest Seeds, Big Sandy MT....A50 Golden Triangle Seeds, Rudyard MT...B10 Gordon Repair, LLC, Miles City MT .....C38 Graham Seed Treating, Crown Agro, Center ND ....................................................C43 Greenway Seeds, Caldwell ID ................... ...................A24, A42, A49, B2, B6, C40 Greyn Fertilizer, Choteau, Dutton, Valier MT ....................................................C23 Grossenburg Equipment, Winner, Pierre, Philip, Belle Fourche SD, Wayne, Bloomfield, Harrington NE, Sundance WY....C13 GSI Bins, Severinsen Irrigation, Fairfield MT ..................................................... C4 Heartland Ag Systems, ID, KS, MT, ND, NE, SD, WA .............................................C18 Heartland Seed Company, Moccasin MT . ...........................................................B7 Hedman, Inc, Grass Range MT ...........C49 Helfert’s Helena Farm Supply, East Helena MT ....................................................C24 Henke Enterprises, SprayFlex & Big Dog Mowers, Chester MT .......................C22 Hoven Equipment Co., Great Falls MT...... ................................................ C46, C47 Hwy 12 Equipment & Repair, Baker MT..C38

J & T Equipment Sales, John Jones, Stevensville MT ..................................... A14 J Bar T Bins & Steel Buildings, Jeremiah Johnson & Thad, Chester MT .......... A49 Jamieson Motors, Inc., Chinook MT ......... .................................................. A20, C2 Johnsen Trailer Sales, Inc., Bismarck & Fargo ND ..........................................B13 Krogmann Mfg.....................................C26 Larry’s Tractors, Trailers & More, Hamilton MT ......................................................B2 Lattin & Sons, Power MT.............. C6, C43 Lee’s Trapworks, LTD, Swift Currant Canada .....................................................C30 Lewistown Honda, Lewistown MT ........ A3 M & M Auto, Trailers, & Welding, Stevensville MT ....................................................C11 M & W Machine, Three Forks MT ........ A16 MDS Construction Supply, Great Falls MT .........................................................C14 MEDA ..................................................C33 MFS Bins, Fairfield, MT .......................C30 Meridian Seeds, Casselton ND ...........C16 Mineral Tub Lifter, Malta MT ................C44 Missouri River Realty, Glasgow, Malta, Sidney MT ...............................................C6 Montana Fence, Great Falls, Billings, Kalispell, Bozeman, MT ........................C12 Montana Holster & Shoulder Rig, Norm Schertenlieb, Great Falls MT ............ A21 Montana Livestock Ag Credit, Helena MT ...........................................................C3 Montana Metal Fabrications, Great Falls MT .................................................... A12 Montana Seeds, Conrad MT .................B4 Montech Seed Group, MT ................... A26 Mountain Equipment, Cody WY .......... A10 Mountain View Metal Works, Wilsall MT B1 MQS, Montana Quality Structures, Stevensville MT ...............................................B7 MT Tractors, Matt Pendergast, Stevensville MT .................................................... A50 Musselshell Valley Equipment, Roundup MT ............................ A6, C10, C20, C37 New Homes of the Future, Billings MT...A25 NM Machinery, Missoula MT ................. A4 North Star Equipment, John Myers, Simms MT ....................................................C45 Northern Ford, Cut Bank MT .................B5 Northern Prairie Auto Sales, Wolf Point MT ......................................................C8 Norwood Sales, Inc., ND & NE ..............C3 Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc, Conrad, Great Falls, Billings, Fort Benton, Belgrade, Hardin ,Chester, Shelby, MT.............B12 Performer Cattle Chutes, Tilleman Equipment, Havre MT................................B16

Pete’s Auto Sales, Great Falls MT .........C7 Pivots Plus, Dillon MT .........................C50 Precision Truck & Trailer, Havre MT .....B11 Price Truck & Equipment Sales, Missoula MT ......................................................C2 R & L Seed & Machine LLC, Geyser MT ... .........................................................C38 RDO Equipment, Kalispell, MT ..............C6 RDO Equipment, Missoula MT ..............C6 Reddig Equipment & Repair, Kalispell MT. .........................................................C48 Reinke, RPH Irrigation Services, Choteau MT ...................................................... A2 Rockwell Scales, Simms MT ...............C50 Roger Rader, Inc, Sun River MT ............B2 RPH Irrigation Services, Reinke, Choteau MT ...................................................... A2 Rydelle Enterprises, Drummond MT .....C9 Safflower Technologies International, Fairview & Billings MT ............................C12 Severinsen Irrigation, Zimmatic & GSI, Fairfield MT ..................................... C4, C27 Shop Specialties, Valier MT................... A2 Shortline Ag, Scobey MT.......................B2 Sod Buster Sales, Polson MT .... A24, C10 SprayFlex, Doug Henke Chester, MT ..C22 Steel Etc, Great Falls MT ....................C40 Stock Drive Trailer Sales, Dillon MT .... A40 Stokes Fencing, Conrad MT................ A11 Sullivan Brothers Construction, Conrad MT ....................................................C34 Super SmartRooms/Superform ICF, Jerry Gangstad, Avon MT .................. A6, C37 T & T Farm Supply, LLC, Chester MT....C9 Tate Miller Welding, Golva ND .............C17 Taylor Farm Store, Shelby MT .............C19 TCB Transport LLC, Todd Bedosky, Geyser MT ....................................................C26 That Guys Fab Shop, Havre MT .......... A28 The Gear House, Helena MT .................C9 Tiber Tractor Co., Chester MT .............C11 Tilleman Equipment Company, Havre MT . .........................................................B16 Tom’s Shop, Grass Range MT.............C42 Treasure State Seed, Fairfield MT .........B3 Tri County Implement, Sidney MT .......C17 Triangle Ag Service, Fort Benton MT..... A9 Triple T Sales, Chinook MT..................C39 TT&E Inc, Victor MT............................... A8 Valley Trailer Sales, Belgrade MT ........C51 VW Mfg, Loren Hawks, Chester MT .... A52 Western Montana New Holland, Missoula MT .................................................... A20 Wichman Ag Supply LLC, Hilger MT ...C38 Wild Horse Seed, Havre MT ................ A17 Zimmatic, Severinsen Irrigation, Fairfield MT ....................................................C27 Zimmerman Manure & Silage Hauling, Fairfield MT ............................................C28

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rainwater. They discovered that Mehlich 3 The soil is a vital foundation for most was better than the other two tests at accuplant life. Our crops rely on this rich trove of rately measuring this form of phosphorus. nutrients and microbes to help turn sunlight Understanding water-soluble phosphorus into food. But we’ve learned over the last is especially important in Alabama. That’s few decades that there can be too much of because the state’s large poultry industry a good thing. produces a lot of manure. That manure, While synthetic fertilizers have greatly known as litter, is spread on farm fields as increased the yield of crops, they have fertilizer. While it’s a good way to recycle downsides too. When plants can’t absorb nutrients, this spreading has tradeoffs. all of the nutrients from fertilizers, rain “Long-term application of poultry litter in can wash them away. Spilling into streams, excess of crop requirement leads to buildup lakes and oceans, too much nitrogen or of phosphorus in the soil,” says Prasad. “We phosphorus leads to dead zones. Dead needed to find a soil test extractant that can zones are areas of low oxygen that come as provide a better representation of the phosa result of rotting algae. That algae growth phorus loss risk from farmlands.” was boosted by a big gulp of fresh nutrients While the Mehlich 3 test seemed like the once meant for our crops. clear winner, it will take more research to If farmers know how many nutrients fully implement it across Alabama. “For are in their soil, they can plan to add only agronomic fertilizer recommendations what they need. The information can also within a state or soil region, extensive field tell them if their fields are at risk of losing calibration and verification studies are renutrients to the water. That’s what soil tests quired,” says Prasad. “The calibration study are for. But just like how there is no unified is expensive as well as time consuming.” power cord for all our tech devices, there are Creating standardized testing across the many different soil tests out there. state could have big payoffs by helping “The planet we live on has diverse groups farmers efficiently grow more food while of soils with different chemical and minerprotecting their local environment. Prasad’s alogical properties,” says Rishi Prasad, a research shows that the Mehlich 3 test can scientist at Auburn University’s Crop, Soil work effectively for all Alabama farmers in and Environmental Sciences Department. measuring phosphorus levels.

“Region-specific soil tests were developed This project was supported by the Alain the past to meet the regional needs for bama commodity organization, Alabama agronomic fertilizer recommendation.”.

Soil & Water Conservation Committee This research was recently published in (Grant ID G00011611), USDA ARS coopAgrosystems, Geosciences and Environerative agreement (Grant ID G00012671), ment Journal, a publication of the American and the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Society of Agronomy and Crop Science Station and the Hatch Program of the NaSociety of America. tional Institute of Food and Agriculture, Prasad’s team recently tested if one “uniUSDA. versal” soil test could perform better than these region-specific ones.

One effective test would make it much easier to compare results between different areas. “It is easier to compare ‘apples to apples’ than ‘apples to oranges,’” says Prasad.

Those three tests are known as Mehlich 1, Mehlich 3 and Lancaster, named for the scientists who developed them. In Alabama, where Auburn is, scientists use Mehlich 1 for some soil types and Lancaster for others. Mehlich 3 was designed to work in most soil types but had not been tested in Alabama to see if it was an effective testing method.

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The Bull Pen Preview presented by the Northern Ag Network offers tremendous exposure to breeders wishing to promote their genetics and program to commercial and registered cattlemen and women.

Live bulls from local breeders are displayed for potential buyers to evaluate the composition of the bulls. Passerby’s can visit with breeders and see for themselves the traits of their programs, purchase a bull right then and there, or get information about upcoming sales.

In 2022, the MATE Bull Pen Preview features eleven breeders from across the region promoting five different breeds, Red Angus, Hereford, Black Angus, Galloway and Aberdeen. If in the market for a new herd sire this year, make sure to stop by and check out the newest genetics being offered --this could be the place to find “the one.”

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Eric Hamilton, American Society of Agronomy Despite being beloved by most, sweet potatoes are often • APHID & WEEVIL RESISTANT misunderstood.

They’re unrelated to potatoes, for starters. montanaseeds.com • • NON NON BLOAT BLOAT And they’re even different from yams.

• montanaseeds@gmail.com • NATURALLY NATURALLY GLYPHOSATE GLYPHOSATE TOLERANT TOLERANT •• APHID montanaseeds.com APHID & & WEEVIL WEEVIL RESISTANT RESISTANT Yet we can’t get enough. U.S. farmers have been increasmontanaseeds@gmail.com ing their production of sweet potatoes for years. And now the annual crop is worth more than $600 million.

To grow the best crop, farmers have to help their sweet friends fight back against the usual suspects: weeds.

• NON BLOAT Weeds will steal water, nutrients and even sunlight. Left • NATURALLY GLYPHOSATE TOLERANT • APHID & WEEVIL RESISTANT unchecked, weeds will completely ruin a field of sweet potatoes.

Herbicides can help, but they’re not a cure-all. Controlling broadleaf weeds is especially tough. That’s because Go Green And Pink • NON BLOAT Livestock, wildlife, wildlife, and and even even honey honey bees bees prefer prefer Sainfoin Sainfoin over over other other forages. forages.

Livestock, Alfalfa dealers are despartely trying to get the condensed tannins in their sweet potatoes are also broadleaf plants, which means Pollution Less, Save Energy Alfalfa dealers are despartely trying to get the condensed tannins in their Pollution Less, Save Energy Y GLYPHOSATE TOLERANT Alfalfa and and use use high high pressure pressure sales sales to to convince convince you you to to grow grow Alfalfa.

Alfalfa.

Alfalfa they will also be damaged by herbicides designed to attack “Healthy, Wholesome “Healthy, Wholesome Fodder Fodder ” ” & WEEVIL RESISTANT Sainfoin leaves leaves naturally naturally contain contain tannins, tannins, allowing allowing the the protein protein to to be be digestdigestSainfoin broadleaf weeds.

Rocky ed instead instead of of excreted. excreted.

Rocky Mountain Mountain Remont Remont -- $1.50/lb $1.50/lb ed Delaney $2.00/lb Enter “safeners.” These chemicals can make herbicides Delaney - $2.00/lb Sanfoin’s palability palability and and digestibility digestibility provides provides more more return return per per ton ton compared compared Sanfoin’s Shoshone to Alfalfa.

Sanfoin’s ability to be grazed or hayed gives producers options Shoshone -- Price Price on on request request safer, hence their name. Recently, Giovanni Caputo and his to Alfalfa. Sanfoin’s ability to be grazed or hayed gives producers options to best best utilize utilize it’s it’s benefits benefits in in your your operation. operation. to Reasons: Reasons: team from Clemson University and the U.S. Department GoSAINFOIN Green And Pink Livestock, wildlife, and even honey bees prefer Sainfoin over other forages.

ALFALFA SAINFOIN ALFALFA Growing best practices: of Agriculture tested several safeners to see if they could Growing best practices: Alfalfa dealers are despartely trying to get the condensed tannins in their • Legume • Legume Pollution Less, Save Energy • Legume • Legume Alfalfa and••use high pressure sales to convince you to grow •• Non •• Bloat Sainfoin establishes itself without cover crop.

Non Bloat Bloat Bloat Sainfoin establishes itself without a a cover crop. Alfalfa. help sweet wildlife, potatoes. They a few new Livestock, anddiscovered even honey beesformulas prefer S “Healthy, Wholesome Fodder •• Weevil Resistant •• Weevil Problem •• Best Weevil & & Aphid Aphid Resistant Weevil Problem ” Best if if not not mixed mixed with with other other plants plants such such as as barley barley or or wheat. wheat.

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Nebraska Extension Panhandle Research and Extension Center ing long-term impacts of different grazing Four face-to-face programs across the management practices at ranch scale in the Panhandle on February 16 and 17 hosted by Sandhills of Nebraska.

Nebraska Extension will focus on manageThere is no cost to attend the meetings. ment practices to improve pregnancy rates However, pre-registration is requested to in late-spring-calving cows and review the ensure adequate program materials are impacts of grazing systems on Nebraska’s available. Please call or email the hosts by plant communities and rangeland produclocation with questions or to register. tivity.

Meeting details: Late-spring and summer-calving systems • Harrison, February 16: 10 a.m.-12:30 frequently struggle with breed-up and pregp.m., Security First Bank, 289 Main St. nancy rates, especially with young females.

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Snowpack percentages drop slightly

On the heels of a December which brought exceptional moisture to the Treasure State, January largely lacked needed precipitation. Monthly Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) SNOTEL site totals across Montana show that January precipitation was below to near normal. “The first week of the month looked promising. The mountains received at least one to two feet of snow, but westerly flow brought high pressure during the last three weeks in January,” said NRCS Hydrologist Eric Larson. This made for clear skies, warmer than normal temperatures, and below normal precipitation in most river basins. Exceptions were the northern Whitefish Range and Little Belt Mountains, which received snow near the end of January.

“The good news is, the snow we received during the first week of January really cushioned the snowpack for the later portion of the month,” said Larson. Overall, the current snowpack as a percent of normal is down slightly since Jan. 1, but significantly better than it was on Dec. 1. Several river basins did see small increases in percentages, but it was mostly due to the snow received early in the month. In general, the snowpack west of the continental divide is better than it is east of the divide. As of Feb. 1, all major basins have a below normal snowpack except for the Lower Clark Fork, Kootenai, and St. Mary’s River basins.

Even though the La Niña weather pattern circulation is likely to continue for a few more months, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center outlooks are not particularly promising for Montana. The one-month outlook gives an elevated chance of above normal precipitation across most of the state, but as we found out in January that is not a guarantee. With two-three months remaining in the typical snow accumulation season there is still time to make up for deficits. “Most locations are still only one large storm short of a normal snowpack,” said Larson. Normal to above normal snowfall over the next several months will be necessary to reach normal snowpack peak levels in April and May.

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WestBred Stamina • Zinc Most plants that grow in Improving Nature’s Grains and the Wheat design are Hampton Peas Inoculant Available trademarks of Monsanto Technology, LLC these conditions are classified as groundcovers, hugPO Box 167 Plant Phone Reed (406) 899-2774 ging the ground to miniRudyard, MT 59540 406-355-4333 Ron (406) 390-1220

1930s-1950s C.O.E. trucks Pickup trucks - Guns - Antique Tools Phone Fred (406) 799-9926

Cable Cable Bands Bands $4.75 $4.75

Steel Steel Wire Wire Gate Gate Posts Posts

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See these units & more info at www.precisiontruckandtrailersales.com

Specializing In Pre-ELog And Pre-EGR Trucks!

Dealer For New FRONTIER Grain Trailers

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1997 Kenworth W900L

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Detroit 12.7L, 500 hp, 13 speed, new inframe, new paint, studio sleeper, all aluminum wheels, headache rack

$59,900

2007 Glaval Synergy Bus

6.7L Cummins, 6 speed automatic, 37 passenger, Handicap Lift/Access, Bathroom, Multiple invertors, Grille Guard

$25,900

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$22,500 each

$35,900 2007 International 9200 CAT C13, 410 hp, autoshift, CAT Platium overhaul, 153” wheelbase

1995 Western Star

12.7L Series 60, 430 hp, 10 speed, air ride, 171 wheelbase

1997 Freightliner FLD120

Concrete Trucks - 4 available - Multiple Purchase Package Available

2008 Peterbilt 386

Cummins ISX, 525 hp, 18 speed, new turbo, all aluminum wheels

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$8500

It’s the 21st Century - Time To Go Electric! $45,000 1988 Kenworth T800 Box Truck • Worm gear creates an instant, positive lock

855 Cummins, 400 hp, 13 speed, push axle, 20-ft. box, freshly painted cab

• Rotating and telescoping motor mount, no mid joint to fail

1977 Chevrolet C65 Box Truck Chevrolet 366, 5+2 speed, tandem drive, needs brake work

FOR SALE

• Low profile design allows for better clearance

$38,900

Rear Options:

$26,000 1995 Wilson Pacesetter 46-ft. double hopper

$27,000

• Three point, high clearance design mounts on original equipment.

1992 Timpte 46-ft. grain trailer

$17,000 Belly dump gravel trailer, excellent rubber

$15,900 1998 Wabash

48-ft. flatbed, fixed spread axle, air ride

FRONT DOOR DELIVERY AVAILABLE

electric roll tarp and electric traps

2003 Ranch Manufacturing

• Delivers the ideal torque to open and close the hopper.

• Proven chain drive built to last with corrosion resistant metal housing.

2015 Frontier 47-ft. ag hopper,

1991 Libby Corporation MEP 009B generator, diesel engine 200 KW 50/60 HZ, Needs Governor, 288 hours

$10,000 Quality Used Trucks & Trailers 888-453-4563

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2-Westgo 1310 grain augers, 65-ft. hydraulic swing augers, 1 left, 1 right side.

Case IH 2042 36-ft. draper header.

Phone (406) 278-3068, Conrad, Montana

EQUIPMENT & ITEMS FOR SALE

Richarton silage wagon.................................................................$1250 Shaver HD 10 post pounder...........................................................$3000 400-ft. of 6 inch HDPE pipe, used..................................................$1600 1981 Versatile 855 tractor, rebuilt engine, new tires...................$27,500 Swaravski 10 x 42 el binoculars....................................................$2000 Swaravski 20 x 60 x 80 HD spotting scope...................................$3000 Spectra GL422 Precision Lazer...................................................$2500 Spectra Precision Receiver equipment mount............................$2000 1971 International grain truck, gas, hoist, 16-ft. steel box, good shape........................................................................................$5000 1971 International grain truck, 18-ft. steel grain box, gas engine, hoist, good shape...............................................................................$5000 Call (406) 264-5056

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Learning opportunities offered in the MATE Theater Presentations ranging in topics are offered every day in the MATE Theater February 17-19, 2022. This classroom-style program is free to attendees and is a great opportunity to ask the experts specific questions.

The MATE Theater is located in the small bay of the Montana Pavilion at MetraPark. Each presentation is about an hour long. This year’s schedule offers learning opportunities for land investment, digging safely, and information on the new technologies in pesticides for agricultural use.

Each of the three days offers something different, for the full schedule and descriptions of classes see below or go to www. themateshow.com Thursday, February 17th Digging Safely on the Farm 11:00 to 11:50 a.m. - Evan Hay & Ryan Farmer, Pipeline Ag Safety Alliance Farming is one of the 10 most dangerous jobs in America. Learn how you can help protect yourself, your workers, and your community when working around buried utilities.

Why isn’t my Pesticide Working?: 1:00 to 1:50 p.m. - Cecil Tharp MSU Extension Pesticide Education Specialist This presentation will focus the many factors that can lead to reduced pesticide efficacy. This includes detailing the importance of calibration, use of surfactants, reading the label, determining proper timing of application, use of low drift nozzles, and why proper coverage is critical. A final summary will include the possibility of resistance under certain circumstances.

Managing Nitrates and Alfalfa Weevil 2:00 to 2:50 p.m. - Hayes Goosey MSU Extension Forage Specialist Hayes Goosey will focus his presentation on discussing alfalfa weevil management and potential pesticide resistance issues in Montana. He will highlight proper weevil sampling methods, how to determine when to control weevil, and the importance of rotating insecticide chemistry. He will also discuss nitrate toxicity in forages and methods to help manage crops to minimize accumulations.

Updates for Pesticides and Usage in 2022 3 to 3:50 p.m. - Eric Clanton Montana Department of Agriculture Plant Science Specialist This topic will be to inform those who use and rely on certain herbicides in Montana’s agriculture on important changes and requirements for the upcoming year. There are several changes and product updates to be covered such as Clorpyrifos phase out and Paraquat use requirements. Eric Clanton from the Montana Department of Agriculture will present on these updates and more for the upcoming season.

Land Investment Forum with Montana Grasslands 4 to 4:50 p.m. - Melinda Jeffrey, Christopher Jeffrey, and Chris Olsen Attend the Land Investment Forum with Montana Grasslands to learn about powerful opportunities to increase your cash flow, build wealth and continue building your family’s legacy.

Friday, February 18th Digging Safely on the Farm 10:00 to 10:50 a.m. - Evan Hay & Ryan Farmer, Pipeline Ag Safety Alliance Farming is one of the 10 most dangerous jobs in America. Learn how you can help protect yourself, your workers, and your community when working around buried utilities.

John Deere Presentation 11:00 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.

Special presentation by C & B Operations.

Control of Prairie Dogs on Large Acreages 1 to 1:50 p.m. - Stephen Vantassel, MSU Extension Agriculture Vertebrate Pest Specialist In this one-hour presentation, MDA Vertebrate Pest Specialist Stephen M. Vantassel, reviews the methods for controlling prairie dogs (Cynomys ludovicianus) to help producers make costeffective decisions on large acreages. His presentation will cover basic life history, laws, and the pros and cons of control techniques suitable for management of prairie dogs on large acreages, including mechanical control (shooting), chemical controls (fumigants and baits), unregulated methods (carbonmonoxide and propane-oxygen exploders) and biological controls.

Managing Weeds After and During Drought 2 to 2:50 p.m. - Mat Walter, MSU Extension Agriculture Agent in Lewis & Clark County Nuisance plants are difficult to control at the best of times. During a drought and following a drought environmental condition can affect both plants and chemicals to render them ineffective. This talk will focus on how to recognize and overcome those situations to effectively control nuisance plants with pesticides and other control measures.

Weeds Growing Wild in Yellowstone County 3 to 3:50 p.m.

Joe Lockwood - Yellowstone County Weed Coordinator Megan Hoyer - Yellowstone County Weed District Crew Foreman and Education Specialist Joe and Megan will discuss new weeds wreaking havoc in Yellowstone County and other areas of southcentral Montana. They will share how to identify new weeds entering the valley, existing weeds continuing to impose a threat, and how to manage each of those weeds.

Land Investment Forum with Montana Grasslands 4 to 4:50 p.m. - Melinda Jeffrey, Christopher Jeffrey, and Chris Olsen Attend the Land Investment Forum with Montana Grasslands to learn about powerful opportunities to increase your cash flow, build wealth and continue building your family’s legacy.

Saturday, February 19th Land Investment Forum with Montana Grasslands 10:30 to 11:20 a.m. - Melinda Jeffrey, Christopher Jeffrey, and Chris Olsen Attend the Land Investment Forum with Montana Grasslands to learn about powerful opportunities to increase your cash flow, build wealth and continue building your family’s legacy.

Digging Safely on the Farm 11:30 am to 12:00 p.m. Evan Hay & Ryan Farmer, Pipeline Ag Safety Alliance Farming is one of the 10 most dangerous jobs in America. Learn how you can help protect yourself, your workers, and your community when working around buried utilities.

Free Painting 12 to 3 p.m. - Presented by Bitterroot Sip & Paint Free! Come at any time and paint on canvas. Stop on by to paint Montana! Easy

Learning opportunities in the MATE Theater

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The deadline for advertising in the March 2022 issue of the Trader's Dispatch will be March 2nd.

Phone (406) 271-5533 or email: advertising @tradersdispatch.com

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beginner paintings with an artist on hand to help you every step of theway.

Painting session is free brought to you by Bitterroot Sip and Paint and many other fine sponsors!

With over 125,000 square feet of exhibit space and over 14,000 attendees, the Montana Agri-Trade Exposition (MATE show) and the Home & Health Expo is the largest agricultural trade show event of the year in Montana.

Everything from registration to move out is handled smoothly and professionally by the friendly staff during the 3- day event. The MATE is owned by the Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE), a 501(c)5 nonprofit established in 1967 that is dedicated to the promotion of livestock, agriculture education, and respect of the western tradition.

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mize water loss from drying winds. Species tulips (such as Tulipa batalinii), creeping thyme (Thymus spp.), Iris cristata, and Siberian squill (Scilla sibirica) are great choices.

Daylilies, too, are classified as a groundcover and with the tremendous number of color variations and flower shapes, offer a welcome addition to rock gardens.

No matter the challenge a site poses, choosing perennials needn’t be a challenge too. Remember to trial plants, matching the growing conditions to the plant’s preferences.

Picnic time

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Quality Built Quality Sold

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Visit us at: www.johnsentrailer.com

2013 Hyundai 48-ft. x 102” combo flatbeds, spring ride with closed tandem sliders. Located in Bismarck ................................... CALL

2004 Mauer 38-ft. x 96” x 66”, unloading auger inside the trailer, ag hoppers. Located in Bismarck............................................... CALL

BISMARCK LOCATION: 2022 Wilson 41x96x72 ag hoppers, electric tarp, stainless rear, 2 rows of 5 lights.

2019 Wilson 41x96x78 ag hoppers with strap traps, air ride.

2012 Ranco belly dumps, (quantity of 2) air ride with rear axle lifts.

FARGO LOCATION:

2019 Wilson 53-ft. tri-axle, 10-ft. 6” nose, 15-ft. 6” rear, belly 27-ft., 13-ft. 7” tall, 9” more clearance in the rear, 60” below doghouse, 59” above. Air ride, 64” axle spacing, tire inflation, permanent upright doghouse, 7 available .................. CALL

2022 Ranco side dump, tri-axle, air ride.

2016 Wilson 41x96x78 air ride, ag hoppers.

2015 Wilson 41x96x78 air ride, electric tarp and traps, ag hoppers.

2008 Timpte 40x96x66 air ride, ag hoppers, electric tarp.

The Battle of Bull Run during the American civil war was called “The Picnic Battle” because many of Washington’s civilians and the wealthy elite, including congressmen and their families, went on picnics on the sidelines and watched the battle.

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Call Chad in the parts department for more details.

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Stop and See Us at MATE - Booth 12

406-265-9554 or 888-265-9554 1287 Highway 87 • Havre, MT 59501

• www.bigequipment.com •

1981 Big Bud 525/50 Very clean updated Big Bud Ready to go to work! $190,000

JUST IN - Cat Challenger 85C Ready to go to work!

Call for Special Price

Owner: Ron Harmon CELL: 406-265-0096

1980 Steiger Bearcat III ST225 Engine in frame 1766 hours ago, new clutch less than 200 hours ago, tires are great! Great running tractor, 14-ft. Degelman blade, will separate. $30,000

1976 Versatile 850 II Nice older tractor, well taken care of, runs great $28,000 Versatile 895 Call for Prices and Info

1985 Versatile 856 Cummins, 240 hp, 4WD, 7643 hours, duals, 4 remotes, air, heat, radio $32,500 2020 Versatile Vertical Tillage 3 units to choose from

Case IH ADX3430 430 bushel TBT with ATX700 70-ft. 12” $95,500

2016 Farm King 6650 32-ft., 3 section folding.

Very nice low acre disc. $59,500

2012 Versatile SX275 John Deere rate control and auto steer, 100-ft. booms. $159,500

John Deere 8770 8300 hours, duals, tires at 50%, 4 remotes, 350 hp, 4WD, Synchro transmission $55,000 1969 Versatile 145 Cab is from a 875 completely reconditioned.

There are only 2 things wrong with this tractor: tires and the a/c is R12. The family thinks this tractor was purchased new, so one owner. Used up until 3 years ago. $10,000

Flexi-Coil 2320 Nice clean unit. Valmar granular applicator, coil packer $50,000

2015 Versatile SX280 100-ft. booms, 1200 gallon stainless tank. Very clean

1983 Versatile 835 III 250 hp, 4wd, 4932 hours, duals, 4 rear remotes, high flow hydraulics. $28,000

1979 Friggstad 53-ft., super clean and straight for its age, tires are good.

Ready to go to work $20,000

1979 Big Bud 400/30 Recent in-line rebuild, Big Cam new style 855 to 400 hp, twin disc Powershift, Clark 70,000 lb. axles, new paint & decals, air drill hydraulics with Brandt flow control valves, Super Sharp! $95,000

1980 JI Case 4890 300 hp, 2016 hours, Powershift transmission, 1000 PTO, 4WD $20,000

New Holland SF115 100-ft. booms, 1600 gallon tank, 20” nozzles $30,000

2012 Bourgault 6450 Veryclean, dual fan, dual shoot air cart, 10 inch auger $65,000

1982 Steiger Bearcat III ST225 225 hp, 4 wd, 4 remotes, duals, 9100 hours. $25,000

Parts: Matt 406-265-9554

1982 Versatile 1150 Good tractor, have the triples just not on in the pictures, runs great $75,000

JUST IN - John Deere 9420 Very clean tractor Call for Special Price 1979 Big Bud 320/10 320 hp, Cummins NTA855, 6077 hours, duals, 3 remotes, high flow hydraulics, 4WD $62,500

Sales: Marty Lundstrom 406-654-7255

Friggstad 53 Clean Chisel Plow Nichols knock on shovels $22,000

Be sure to check out our website:

www.bigequipment.com to see more photos and details!

2005 Spra-Coupe 7650 Raven rate controller, Raven autosteer, 660 gallon plastic tank, chemical inductor, triple nozzle bodies, Perkins engine

K-Hart 60-10 Just traded, field ready.

Will separate $90,000

2008 John Deere 1830 Very nice clean unit, 60-ft 12 inch spacing, steel packers, hoses are great, 430 bushel tow behind air cart, single shoot has capability of being made a double shoot iso $90,000

Morris 8900 Extremely clean chisel plow $27,500

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John Deere 8770 300 hp, Synchro transmission, Duals, ROPS, 4 remotes, air/heat/radio

Big Bud 320/10 Cummins NTA855 turbo, 320 hp, 4WD $100 per hour, 100 hour minimum. $3000 per week, plus trucking

1980 Steiger Bearcat III ST225 Engine in frame 1766 hours ago, new clutch less than 200 hours ago, tires are great, great running tractor, 14-ft. Degelman blade. will separate

1981 Big Bud 525/50 Very clean updated Big Bud Ready to go to work, 600 hp, 3,692 hours, 4 remotes, High Flow hydraulics Call for rental rates and details

Combine and header lease as low as $30,000 per year.

Call Marty for details!

Versatile 895 Manual, 310 hp, duals $80 per hour, 100 hour minimum plus delivery and pickup. Ask about weekly or monthly rental rate

Versatile SX275 Self-Propelled Sprayer 1200 gallon, 100-ft., Auto Steer, Raven rate control $1200 per day plus delivery and pickup.

Ask about monthly rates.

IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR...

GET YOUR RENTAL EQUIPMENT HERE! Give us a call to get more information about weekly and monthly rates, to schedule delivery, and more!

2014 Pillar DH6010 250 ACRES ON NEW DISKS Rubber Packers.

Mud Scrapers. Double Shoot. Flexi-Coil Towers.

Versatile Viking Vertical Tillage 38-ft. , rolling baskets $7.50 per acre, 100 acre minimum plus delivery and pickup.

2013 Farm King 4490 28-ft., 9” spacing, 24” smooth front & rear, 8mm (5/16”) width, Stone flex hangers, 410WSS bearings

2012 Bourgault 6450 Very clean, dual fan, dual shoot air cart, 10 inch auger

2008 John Deere 1830 Air Drill Very nice clean unit. 60-ft., 12 inch spacing, steel packers, hoses are great, 430 bushel tow behind air cart, single shoot. Has capability of being made a double shoot.

RENTAL PRICES: Daily: USD $500 Acre: USD $7 LEASE PRICES: Yearly: USD $30,000 / 3 Month Lease / $30,000 Down

2018 Accessories Unlimited AU01-8650-4250 Clone of the Mandako but 50 lbs. heavier per foot and extras are standard on the Avenger

by Accessories Unlimited! 3/8” steel tubing throughout frame & hitch, 42” drum, 5/8” steel drum, holds water, auto-fold, hydraulic wing lock system, LED lights, dual tires, 4X8” tubing, 8 bolt hubs, greaseable zerts at pivot points.

RENTAL PRICES: Daily: USD $500 Acre: USD $4 LEASE PRICES: Yearly: USD $8,000 / 72 Month Lease / $8,000 Down

CALL US FOR ALL YOUR RENTAL NEEDS!

Farm King 6650 Disc 32-ft., 24” blades, heavy duty disc $7.00 per acre, 100 acre minimum plus delivery and pickup.

1982 Versatile 1150 Good tractor, have the triples, runs great

See more photos and details on our website:

www.bigequipment.com

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406-265-9554 or 888-265-9554 Owner: Ron Harmon • CELL: 406-265-0096

1287 Highway 87 • HAVRE, MT 59501

Sales: Marty Lundstrom 406-654-7255

Parts: Matt • 406-265-9554

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Forest resiliency and wildfire mitigation assistance

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TILLEMAN EQUIPMENT IS NOW A DEALER FOR PERFORMER CATTLE CHUTES

USDA’s Forest Service and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Montana were awarded four Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership projects last week. These partnership projects will mitigate wildfire risk, protect water quality, improve wildlife habitat, restore forest ecosystems and ultimately contribute to USDA’s efforts to combat climate change.

Private forest landowners located within the priority areas for the following three-year projects can apply for technical and financial assistance. While NRCS accepts applications for all programs year-round, landowners should apply by March 4, 2022, to be eligible for the current round of funding. Interested landowners can use the contact information below to get more information.

Connecting Fuels Treatments in the Salish Mountains and Whitefish Range, Flathead National Forest: Contact the Kalispell NRCS field office at 406-752-4242.

Fire Adapted Bitterroot (FAB), Bitterroot National Forest: Contact the Hamilton NRCS field office at 406-3616191.

Gallatin Valley Forest Resiliency and Watershed Health, Custer Gallatin National Forest: Contact the NRCS Bozeman field office at 406-522-4012.

Libby Surround Stewardship, Kootenai National Forest: Contact the NRCS Eureka field office at 406-296-0367.

“NRCS is excited to collaborate with the Forest Service and the many other partners that have helped to develop these projects and will be working with us to implement them,” said Tom Watson, NRCS State Conservationist for Montana. “Enhanced forest resiliency and reduction of wildfire threats benefits us all by protecting our communities, critical infrastructure, and evacuation routes for residents and responders.”

Learn more about each of Montana’s Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration projects at www.mt.nrcs.usda under Programs.

Both models include hydraulic motors!

Performer 8 squeeze extended portable.

$27,700

Performer 8 squeeze extended

$23,000

Stop in or give us a call for more information!

Call us for all your equipment needs!

406-395-6777 • www.tillemanequipment.com

Conrad Industrial Park

Box 955

Conrad, MT 59425

Phone 406-278-5400 or 1-800-310-5402

Quality Equipment that works as hard as you do

Evenings Call: Jordan VanDyke 406-450-3953

Visit us on the web: www.3vdistributing.com

New Product Alert......

E-mail Address: 3vdist@3rivers.net

We are your dealer for the finest aluminum grain body available Put our 30+ years of experience installing the ITB body to work for you!

NEW 20-ft. ITB box Ready to install!

1 lift axles IN STOCK

DewEze Parallel Squeeze beds & DewEze Pivot Squeeze beds

ON THE WAY!

Watson Chalin Lift Axle

New Shipment, Preplumbed, ready to mount, tight package space

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Big Sky Equipment Co. Service Corey Combs, 781-7678 cell Gary Brown, 788-9033 cell

Phone 406-278-3277 Sales Toll-free 1-800-332-7541 Kurt Christiaens, 450-3277 cell FAX 1-406-278-7882 Gary Brown, 788-9033 cell Conrad, Montana website: www.bigskyequip.com

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2014 New Holland SP.240F front boom self-propelled, 1200 gallon poly tank, 100ft. booms, IntelliView IV monitor, fence row nozzles, UltraGlide boom level, luxury cab, low hours.......................... $182,500

USED SPRAYERS

New Holland SP.295F front boom self-propelled sprayer, 1200 gallon poly tank, 120-ft. booms, Intelliview IV monitor, UltraGlide boom level, luxury cab........... ................................................. $214,900

SPECIAL PRICING ON SELECT COMBINE HEADERS

2016 MacDon FD75 35-ft. flex draper with John Deere adapter, slow speed transport............................................. $59,900 2012 MacDon FD70 35-ft. flex draper with Case IH adapter, slow speed transport... .................................................... $45,000

2010 MacDon D60 45-ft. draper header with pickup reel, transport.................. $49,900

USED AIR DRILLS

MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT Degelman 4100 bale processor....... $8995

Erskine 2010X 78” snow blower skid steer attachment, CNH and Bobcat electric harness, hydraulic spout turn/tilt.. $6500 John Deere BL9B 108” (9-ft.) blade, Worksite PRO series, hydraulic angle control.......................................... $3250

Your Local 1 Dealer

Parts After Hours/Weekends 450-6463

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2016 Apache AS1220 self-propelled sprayer, 1200 gallon tank, 100-ft. steel booms, Raven Hawkeye nozzle control, AutoBoom AutoGlide, Smartrax Autosteer, Rave Viper 4 monitor............... $154,900 2012 Apache AS1020 self-propelled, TopCon X20 with RTK, autosteer, AutoBoom, 100-ft. booms, 5 section control. PRICE REDUCED............................... $114,900

USED HEADERS

2019 MacDon FD140 with New Holland adapter, slow speed transport, upper cross auger, spare knife................ Just Traded 2018 MacDon FD140 with New Holland adapter, slow speed transport, upper cross auger, spare knife................ Just Traded 2009 Case IH 2142 35-ft. header, Case adapter, slow speed/stabilizer wheels..... ............................................. Just Traded 1998 Case IH 1010 30-ft. header, batt reel, oil bath wobble box........................ $4995 Case IH 1015 pickup header.............. $2995 International 810-13 pickup header.... $500

2015 Apache AS720 self-propelled sprayer, 60/90-ft. booms, 750 gallon poly tank, Top-Con X30 monitor.............. $129,900 2007 Apache 1010 self-propelled, 100-ft. steel booms, 1000 gallon tank. AS-IS.... .................................................. $74,900

USED COMBINES

New Holland TR86 combine............. $9995 New Holland TR75, Ford engine, hydro drive, good rubber, 960 22-ft. header with batt reel. Good machine for only....... $16,995

2007 Case IH 2588, yield/moisture, rock trap...................................... Just Traded 2006 John Deere 9760 STS combine....

REDUCED $10,000 to................ $39,900 1993 Massey Ferguson 8570, includes 30-ft. auger header, 13-ft. pickup header.......... ......................................... Make an Offer

2004 Morris Maxim II, 55-ft., 10” spacing, 3.5” steel packers, single shoot, 7300 towbetween tank, mechanical drive cart.......... ...................................................... $29,900

USED HAYING EQUIPMENT 2019 MacDon M155 (E4) self-propelled windrower, 35-ft. draper head, double knife, transport wheels..................... Just Traded Stock Photo

New Holland 688 round baler, net/twine.

AS-IS................................................ $4500 New Holland 688 round baler, net/twine.

AS-IS................................................ $4500

2022 NEW HOLLAND 560 ROLL-BELT ROUND BALERS NOW IN STOCK

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WE ARE THROWING THE BOOK AWAY ON THESE CLEAN PRE-OWNED UNITS

2020 KIA SORENTO LX

awd,

V6, heated power seats, rear camera, alloy wheels, 28k one owner miles.

Book Price $35,350 Our Price $31,900

2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500HD crew cab, 4x4,

loaded high country,

duramax, heated leather, dvd, dually, one owner,

73k miles.

Book Price $65,375

Our Price $64,000

2019 RAM 2500

crew cab 4x4, cummins,

loaded tradesman, short box,

36k one owner miles, custom wheels and bumper.

Book Price $57,225 Our Price $56,500

2020 RAM 1500

crew cab, 4x4, e-torq hemi, loaded big horn, heated seats, sport package,

navigation, tow package,

5k miles. Book Price $57,300 Our Price $55,900

2020 RAM 3500

crew cab, 4x4, cummins, loaded laramie, heated

leather, long box, single rear wheels,

54k miles.

Book Price $77,000

Our Price $72,500

2016 RAM 3500

mega cab, 4x4, loaded laramie, heated leather, naviga-

tion, sun roof, remote start, single rear wheels,

miles.

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February 28th - March 4th, 2022 Native animals and plants can be some of the most beautiful parts of your world, but as non-native animals and plants come into the picture, some can be considered dangerous to the environment.

Invasive Species Awareness Week is about encouraging people to care for their local environments by learning about the invasive species in the area and help scientists find solutions to these ever-lasting problems.

History of Invasive Species Awareness Week Invasive Species Awareness Week began in 2010 by a broad coalition of groups, including Weed Science Society of America, Monsanto, Dow AgroSciences, Entomological Society of America, and the Nationa Network of Invasive Plant Centers.

These organizations and companies created briefing papers, networking events, and seminars throughout the wee of Invasive Species Awareness to inform the public about the hazards that come with invasive species.

Each year, these same companies all come together, hosting events from locally to internationally to help find potential solutions to this ever pervading problem.

According to the holiday’s main website, it is estimated that 50,000 species of plants and animals in the United States are non-native. 5,000 of those non-native plants and animals are considered to be invasive because of the ecological damages they cause to those inhabiting the environment. Invasive species also cause economic damages, threating business that thrives off of the environment.

While the number may appear to be small, the damage that invasive species can do can destroy hundreds of populations of important animals and plants that benefit the environment through mutual relationships rather than feed off of the environment parasitically. This example is why Invasive Species Awareness Week exists, so companies that benefit from the environment can take an initiative towards saving those habitats.

How to Celebrate Invasive Species Awareness Week Attend a local event near you sponsored by Invasive Species Awareness Week so you can learn about the invasive species in your area and learn how to handle coming across that species. You can also attend college seminars that are taught by your local college professors and speakers in the environmental sciences department. Do some research online about the invasive species in your area, learn the history of that species and see how you can contribute to your environment.

Donor Day

Celebrated on: February 14th Donor Day is a holiday that celebrates all those people who have helped save people’s lives by donating blood, marrow, tissue, and even organs. It’s a holiday that drives home exactly how amazing and giving the human spirit is because it pays tribute to so many people who have donated of themselves, often to help save the life of someone they’ve never met.

So, how can you celebrate Donor Day? It’s quite easy, and don’t worry because you don’t have to go out and actually find someone who needs an organ. You can take a small step by donating some blood, which is a completely painless process. However, your blood could be instrumental in saving someone’s life because blood transfusions are responsible for saving millions of lives annually.

Finding out where you can donate blood is relatively simple. You can conduct an online search to find out where you can donate in your local area. You could also speak to your doctor, who’ll be able to give you all the information you need. There are also apps available that not only show how many people require a certain blood type at any one time but also organ, tissue, and marrow requirements.

Donor Day is all about being selfless and giving of yourself to save another person’s life. It’s a celebration of everything that’s wonderful about humanity, and a holiday we should all be celebrating.

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“Did you remember to close the ‘winWe prepared about 75 recipes and the gardahs’?” I asked before we left home. deners contributed their recipes and served I like to tease him now and then. He as the taste-testers. grinned at me.

Some of the submitted recipes were For years we have made our annual trip “heritage recipes” enjoyed since childhood. to Barnesville, so I get my fill of potato All of the recipes included vegetables and dumplings at “Potato Days.” When we were fruits we can grow in our area. first married, my husband thought potato I noticed that Swedish potato dumplings dumplings were kind of strange. were on the recipe list. Would these taste difI bought us potato dumplings at one ferent from Norwegian potato dumplings? booth, and he bought mashed potatoes and MONTANA LIVESTOCK AG They called for white flour, so they were gravy from another booth. We cleaned our lighter in color than the potato dumplings CREDIT, INC. plates. of my youth.

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According to the note submitted with her recipe, Janna’s grandmother was 100% Swedish, and this was a favorite family recipe. They called them “crops” instead of the Swedish word “Kroppkakor.”

Swedish Potato Dumplings (Kroppkakor) 6 c. baking potatoes, peeled and grated raw 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking powder About 5 c. flour 2 lb. cubed side/salt pork or ham 1 lb. salt pork, cut into 2-inch strips (or ham) Fry side/salt pork until crisp. Cool and drain on a paper towel. With a food processor, grate raw potatoes. Pour off water that accumulates. Mix grated potatoes, salt, baking powder and flour. Mixture will be similar to a bread-like dough but sticky. Wet hands and roll a handful of mixture into a ball (approximately the size of a small orange). Create a pit in the ball of dough and fill with a small spoonful of fried pork. Close and seal the opening and reform into a ball.

Drop the balls into a large pot of boiling, salted water so the dumplings are covered. Lower heat to a slow boil. Cook uncovered for about 45 minutes. Depending on the size of the dumpling, cooking may take anywhere from 30 minutes for smaller dumplings to 60 minutes for larger ones. As they cook, move the dumplings so they don’t stick to the bottom.

They will float up as they cook. Once they float, cook for another 10 minutes. Remove dumplings with a slotted spoon.

Serve with the fried side/salt pork and cranberries and pour cream over the dumpling.

If there are leftovers, we cube them and reheat them in a frying pan, and then serve with lots of cream poured over them.

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Rare Disease Day

Celebrated on: February 28th Rare Disease Day is an observance held on the last day of February to raise awareness about diseases that most people will not know of, as well as to improve access to treatment.

EURORDIS (The European Organization for Rare Diseases) says that treatment for many rare diseases is insufficient, and some people’s quality of life is greatly hindered by inequality, simply because people have never heard of their disease, or do not understand the disease and the patient’s needs.

Since 2008, EURORDIS has been putting in place social networks to help support individuals with rare diseases and their families, as well as Co-Ordinating events for Rare Disease Day at an international level.

2010 featured balloon releases, marathons, auctions and tree planting events to raise awareness, and each year people affected by rare diseases are encouraged to share pictures and their stories with the world.

An army of flying saucers

Thomas Townsend Brown began studying the use of gravitational fields as a means of propulsion in the 1920s. He found that when he charged a capacitor to a high voltage, it moved toward its positive pole, creating an “ion wind.” This effect, he claimed, proved a link between electrical charge and gravitational mass could be harnessed to create flight, seemingly free of both the strictures of mainstream physics and the need for gasoline.

In 1953 Brown demonstrated his “electrogravitic” propulsion for the U.S. Army at Pearl Harbor by flying a pair of metal disks around a 50-foot course. Energized by 150,000 volts, the disks, which were three feet in diameter, reached speeds of several hundred miles per hour. According to Brown, the military immediately classified the project and no more was heard about it. But throughout the 1950s, Brown’s work was cited as a possible explanation for how UFOs might be able to fly.

Real Bread Week

February 19th - February 27th, 2022 Is there anything that is more delicious than a fresh loaf of bread? Whether you are eating it, baking it, or both, this is definitely a week on the calendar that is to be celebrated.

Real Bread Week is not just about any old bread, though; it is about real bread. You may be wondering what this means! Well, real bread refers to any type of bread that has been made without the use of processing aids or any other additives. For example, this means that there is no xanthan gum, ascorbic acid, chemical leavening, baking powder, or added enzymes found within the bread.

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History of Real Bread Week Real Bread Week has been running for quite some time now. In fact, it was first launched in 2010 by the Real Bread Campaign. It is a worldwide, yearly celebration of Real Bread, and the individuals who make it.

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“This study had three main questions: How have the distributions of native and invasive trout shifted in Montana over the last 30 years, how will they change in the future, and what factors are causing those changes?” said Donovan Bell, the study’s lead author and a doctoral candidate in UM’s Wildlife Biology Program.

To answer those questions, scientists from UM, the U.S. Geological Survey and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks quantified the impacts of climate change on the distributions of five trout species (native westslope cutthroat trout and bull trout and invasive brook trout, brown trout and rainbow trout) in the northern Rocky Mountains. They used an expansive long-term dataset collected and maintained by Montana FWP, analyzing close to 22,000 data points from electrofishing surveys in Montana’s streams and rivers over the past 30 years.

The researchers found native bull trout and westslope cutthroat trout occupancy – defined as the amount of stream where a species is present – declined by 18% and 6%, respectively, between 1993 and 2018 and are predicted to decrease by an additional 39% and 16% by 2080. Although invasive brook trout also were expected to decline, invasive brown and rainbow trout have expanded their range due to rising water temperatures and appear poised to prosper during future climate change.

The culprit for declines of both native trout species is likely climate change, researchers found, but the specific mechanisms of the declines varied by species.

Bull trout, a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act, require cold streams with adequate flow. But warmer water temperatures and lower summer water levels – both driven by climate change – have degraded stream habitat and likely caused declines of bull trout. Meanwhile, westslope cutthroat trout were strongly limited by the presence of invasive trout species, including brook trout that can outcompete native trout, and rainbow trout that readily hybridize with westslope cutthroat trout. The threat from invasive rainbow trout is particularly concerning as their range is expanding due to climatic warming.

“Our two native trout species in Montana will decline in the future unless appropriate conservation action is taken,” Bell said. “Our results suggest that tailoring conservation strategies to specific species and specific climate-change threats is important for native fish conservation.”

For example, the conservation of bull trout in streams and rivers may be better aimed at protecting, reconnecting and restoring critical cold-water habitat. On the other hand, suppression of invasive trout species likely is more effective for the conservation of westslope cutthroat trout.

“Globally, climate-induced changes to aquatic habitats are predicted to threaten at least one-third of freshwater fishes, and some invasive species could take advantage of such changes,” said Clint Muhlfeld, a USGS scientist and study co-author.

“These scenarios seem to be playing out in our backyard with native and invasive trout.”

The study also highlights the importance of using and maintaining long-term datasets covering large regions to shed light on the complex ways climate and invasive species work in concert to affect native species.

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answer complex questions like these,” said David Schmetterling, fisheries research coordinator for Montana FWP. Andrew Whiteley, a study co-author and UM associate professor, said Montana already has lost populations of coldadapted native fish species, and this likely will continue as climate change progresses over this century.

“This is particularly troubling in a state where cold-water fisheries now contribute nearly $650 million a year to our economy,” said Whiteley, who studies fisheries and conservation genetics. “But all is not lost for these economically, ecologically and culturally important species as long as appropriate conservation action is taken.”

UM study co-authors include Bell, Paul Lukacs and Whiteley from the University’s W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation and Diane Whited from UM’s Flathead Lake Biological Station. USGS co-authors include Muhlfeld, Timothy Cline and Robert Al-Chokhachy. Montana FWP authors include Ryan Kovach and Schmetterling.

The study is online at https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/ sciadv.abj5471.

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Students use remote sensing to solve family land issues

University of Wyoming Extension Two University of Wyoming (UW) agroecology majors are using free satellite images to help knock out musk thistle strangling rangeland productivity and to scrutinize the effects of damage into the future from a heavy rain-caused event washing away dry beans.

Traylin Bruegger of Niobrara County and Jordan Jochems of Cody used skills gained in a remote sensing class to solve problems on family lands. They’ll also earn certificates in remote sensing, offered by UW’s Wyoming Geographic Information Science Center (WYGISC).

The course is taught by Ramesh Sivanpillai, research scientist at WYGISC. The Brueggers had used shovels and herbicides to try to manage musk thistle that had a foothold in portions of pastures but in 2014 realized their efforts had to be taken to another level.

“Like all noxious weeds, it has the ability to take over and squeeze out all the other grasses, and that is just not good for the utility of the land, whether it be for livestock or wildlife,” said Bruegger. “They can really dominate the landscape.”

The Niobrara High School graduate said they began to see patches completely taken over by the musk thistle and began systematic aerial spraying for control.

Bruegger obtained Landsat 8 images in successive years showing how the musk thistle had overtaken one particular area with a boundary fence down the middle. The Landsat 8 image showed approximately 700 acres, each pixel showing about 100 by 100 feet. Images showed changes in the invisible light spectrum that musk thistle was spreading in productive areas, showing a closed canopy not seen in Wyoming rangeland vegetation.

Bruegger settled on an area that had the thistle proceeding along a draw. The area shared a fence line with a neighboring property, which was not being treated.

The thistle had overcome the native grasses. After treatment, the image showed the thistle was gone but also areas where the land had not yet been healed by native grasses, their return slowed by Wyoming’s challenging weather.

Two seasons after removal, vegetation production is still being affected.

“The grass doesn’t just come back the first year after the thistles are removed just because of the tough Wyoming conditions,” Bruegger said. “It’s hard for those perennial grasses to re-establish.”

Musk thistle seed banks will also need attention.

“That big patch had been able to establish a pretty good seed bank and if you don’t stay on top of it and keep the thistles cleaned up and managed, they’ll come back in a hurry,” he said.

Landsat images cover hundreds of acres and enable the ranch to track areas that would take much more time if only using observations from vehicles or planes.

Bruegger obtained his pilot’s license as a high school senior, and he and other family members use the plane to monitor ranch operations, from ensuring water tanks are full to making sure bulls are with cows.

“If I had to do this (monitoring) in an airplane, I could only cover five or six pixels and go back and forth and up and down the draw quite a ways to really get a good idea of what is going on,” he said. “But the satellite is always moving over the earth, collecting information on new areas, as well as information on the same areas.”

An extraordinarily heavy rain May 31, 2018, created a mess for a dry bean field just across Wyoming’s northern border into Montana. The water flowed off a feedlot and burst over drainage ditches, flowing into the field and washing away a portion of the crop, leaving manure and pollutants in its wake.

Jochems wanted to use satellite images to determine if the field had changed over time and whether this had been a problem in the past.

“Was this something that had been building up because if so, we should try to prevent it,” she said.

Jochems obtained 20 Landsat images over 2016, 2019 and 2021. There were no images from the date in 2017 due to cloud cover. The images showed the difference in infrared light reflected from healthy and unhealthy plants. With infrared light, along with information collected in red and green, areas of high growth appear bright red, medium growth appear in darker red, and low to no growth appear blue.

“Drastic changes in color are what you are looking for,” she said.

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There was no evidence such an event had happened before.

Jochems was able to compare images year-to-year to see if the overflow still affected production. Edible beans, sugar beets, barley and corn are normally rotated through the field.

The images helped her determine a little over 29 acres was affected. Millet was planted after the event, and Jochems determined about 21 acres was regained with the crop.

Jochems was able to compare images to see if the overflow still affected production.

The field has appeared to heal, she said.

Jochems has an ag business degree minor and was unsure whether to pursue a career there.

“I decided to take the remote sensing class here this fall, and it just blew my mind. It is so fascinating,” she said. “It just seemed so interesting to me just to think about how we can use satellites to look at agriculture. Two things that if you asked me a semester ago, I would not have pieced together to have any connections to each other.”

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3 key nutrition items to consider as we grow older

By Julie Garden-Robinson, Food and Nutrition Specialist, NDSU Extension “Wow, that’s a lot of food!” my husband commented as the server set a platter in front of me.

We were in a small-town cafe in Minnesota. I ordered the “special.” It included two heaping scoops of mashed potatoes and gravy, at least a cup of corn and enough roast beef to feed my family. A good-sized bun accompanied the meal.

My husband ordered the crispy chicken tortilla roll-up sandwich. He received an equally generous portion of two large half-sandwiches. The sandwich was accompanied by a pile of fries.

The food was homemade and delicious, by the way. If I had been going out to chop wood or throw bales of hay, I might have needed that many calories. After lunch, I was scheduled to stand and answer questions, which taxed my brain but not my muscles.

“Maybe we can take a nap in the car after we eat,” he commented. “We probably need to order small portions as we get older.”

Eating smaller portions was a good idea, actually. If the Robinsons ate this much food at every meal, we probably would need larger clothes and, perhaps, a larger vehicle.

However, my husband ate his entire sandwich and some of my roast beef. Even though I do not like to waste food, I could only eat half of the portion. If I had a cooler, I would have brought home half my food.

I thought I might be nodding off during my own talk.

That’s not a good practice.

What are some of the special recommendations for food as we grow older?

The 2020 to 2025 U.S. Dietary Guidelines includes a section about eating as we grow older. I haven’t reached the “older adult” category of 60-plus, but actually, adults of any age could benefit from the lessons in these new guidelines.

The guidelines form the basis for recommendations in all the federal food programs, from child care settings to school lunch to home-delivered meals.

Here are three items from the guidelines related to healthful eating as we age.

We all need to consume enough protein so we can avoid losing lean muscle mass. By the time people reach 71, many are not consuming enough protein, according to some researchers. Try eating a variety of lean proteins such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs, beans, peas and lentils.

Most adults need about 5 to 7 “ounce equivalents” of protein per day, depending on whether we are male or female and our age and activity level. One egg; 1 ounce of meat, poultry or fish; 1/4 cup cooked beans; or 1 tablespoon of peanut butter count as an ounce equivalent.

Be sure to consume enough vitamin B-12. As we grow older, our ability to absorb this nutrient can decline. A deficiency can lead to a type of anemia that requires medical testing. It also leaves you feeling tired.

Vitamin B-12 is found in animal-based foods such as meat, milk and eggs, and also in fortified foods such as breakfast cereal. Some people may need a supplement but discuss this with a health-care provider.

Stay hydrated with plenty of water and other healthful beverages such as 100% fruit or vegetable juice, milk or alternatives. People ages 60 and older tend to consume less fluid than younger adults because the sense of thirst tends to decrease as we age.

Fruits and vegetables also provide ample fluid. Yes, a moderate amount of coffee and tea counts toward hydration but the caffeine can promote some fluid loss. Consume water more often than caffeinated beverages.

To learn more about needs as we age, see https://www. myplate.gov/life-stages/older-adults for a variety of tips about nutrition and physical activity.

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##### Lord, I tried something new today. I put on two different earrings–but not on purpose. I never noticed until my granddaughter told me I looked cool. That made me smile. ##### Dear God, How did I mistake chicken stock for lemonade? Ugh. Thats what I get for using the same color plastic pitchers for both. ##### I thank you and praise you, Lord, for showing me in the nick of time the difference between suntan lotion and sunscreen. I don’t want to bake in the sun.

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Here’s some lighter fare to enjoy. You can choose your favorite protein. Many ready-to-heat grilled meats are available to ease the time involved in preparing this dish.

Grilled Chicken (or Steak) Salad 2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb.), boneless and skinless (or 1 lb. steak) Salt (to taste) Pepper (to taste) Salad base 4 c. chopped romaine lettuce 1 large avocado, peeled and diced 2 c. sliced strawberries 1 c. blueberries 1/4 c. red onions, chopped or sliced 1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved Dressing 3 Tbsp. olive oil (or your favorite oil) 1 tsp. balsamic vinegar 1/2 tsp. minced garlic 1/4 tsp. Dijon mustard 2 tsp. milk Pinch of salt and pepper Place chicken breasts (or steak) on plate and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat grill to medium heat (approximately 400 F). Place meat on grate over direct heat for four to five minutes each side. Move meat away from the direct heat and cook for an additional five to seven minutes or until the internal temperature of the thickest part of the chicken reads 165 F or the steak reaches 145 F. Remove from grill and let rest at least five minutes. Dice the meat and set aside. Prepare dressing by combining ingredients in small mixing bowl or Mason jar. Whisk or shake well to combine.

Assemble salads by evenly dividing lettuce, avocado, strawberries, blueberries, tomatoes and onions among four plates.

Add diced chicken breast. Drizzle with dressing.

Makes four servings. Using chicken and no added salt, each serving has 370 calories, 20 grams (g) fat, 29 g protein, 20 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber and 75 milligrams sodium.

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February, 2022 will be...

Bird-Feeding Month

It’s been a long cold winter, and the first signals of spring are starting to appear in the form of feathered friends returning to the yard. These sometimes colorful characters are coming back to their spring and summertime hunting grounds to mate, lay their eggs, and begin the preparation for the long journey south again.

Bird-Feeding Month reminds us that sometimes they come back a bit early, and they’ve just finished a long journey. Shouldn’t you make sure they get enough to eat to share their lovely voices with you throughout the year?

History of Bird-Feeding Month Bird-Feeding Month was established in 1994 by John Porter, a man who so cared about the health and welfare of the birds that he read a resolution into the Congressional record. “I would like to recognize February, one of the most difficult months in the United States for wild birds, as National Bird-Feeding Month.”

These were the words he spoke to the Speaker of the House, recognizing the importance of birds both in our ecology, as well as the hearts and minds of people everywhere. Nothing says spring like the singing voices of our favorite wild birds.

1/3rd of the American population feeds birds in their backyards, making sure to fill their feeders to greet these travelers home. Small birds are often running low on resources, and large birds aren’t always able to get the food they need to prosper when they arrive to early. February is a testy month, and there’s no telling what you’re going to end up with as far as weather goes.

How to celebrate Bird-Feeding Month Make sure your birdfeeders are well loaded with all the good things that birds need to survive. Hanging a container of sunflower seeds in your backyard is a great way to make sure that you have singing birds in your yard all year round, though of course you’re likely to get your share of squirrels as well. Just make sure that the bird-feeder is out of reach of cats, this isn’t a free lunch for felines We are proud to announce that as of January 1, 2022, our Montana branches: you’re serving!

Mild Fence, Great Falls Fence, Frontier Fence and Bridger Fence will all change their name to MONTANA FENCE.

WE’VE CHANGED OUR NAME!

We began by serving the Flathead Valley and over the course of more than 40 years, have branched out to serve the states of Montana, Washington and Idaho. This significant expansion of our business activities in the commercial, residential and sales portions of our corporation prompted us to transfer all our Montana business holdings to one name – MONTANA FENCE. This name change will allow us to continue to present ourselves as the largest fencing company in Montana. Our commitment to our customers and business partners remains our highest priority. We will operate in the current structure and provide the same products and services which have built our strong brand in the industry. This will not affect our company policies and professional manner of doing business. Your contacts will remain unchanged.

Please visit our new web portal at www.montanafence.com. We look forward to a continued relationship with you!

Sincerely, Eric Wutke, Owner

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Outdated concepts: Diluvialism

Diluvialism was the belief that many geological features–such as fossils of sea creatures found on mountaintops and deposits of boulders, sand, and clay found in the valley floors of many parts of Europe–can be attributed to the great flood described in the Bible.

Diluvialism was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries but was displaced by the theory of uniformitarianism, which held that rock formations could be explained by natural forces such as erosion and volcanic activity rather than supernatural forces like biblical floods. (Science may have discarded diluvialism, but some religious groups still accept it as true.)

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Don’t forget to eat breakfast

By Julie Garden-Robinson, Food and Nutrition Specialist, NDSU Extension “When was the last time you had something to eat?” I ask my family, especially when someone is irritable.

When they can’t remember, then I know that nourishment is needed as soon as possible.

In my home, we have a tendency to get a bit terse and tense when we are in need of food, especially if breakfast was skipped.

I’m no exception.

“Mom, are you hungry?” I’ve been asked by my kids.

“Eat something, please!”

Yes, skipping meals can induce crankiness among the Robinson family. I don’t think we are alone.

I have good reasons for having a basket of snacks on the counter at home and on my desk at work.

Maybe we are less of a nation of “breakfast skippers” than previously thought, according to a study published in January 2021 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

About 84% of adults ate breakfast on a given day, according to an analysis of data from 2015 to 2018. In fact, as people get older, they are more likely to eat breakfast.

About 77% of adults 20 to 39 ate breakfast. About 86% of adults ages 40 to 59 and nearly 92% of adults more than 60 years old ate breakfast.

What does eating breakfast do for us? It literally “breaks the fast” and refuels our bodies after sleep.

All food components (protein, fat, carbohydrate) are broken down to glucose at various rates. Our brain needs a constant supply of glucose to think and perform at work and school.

What you choose to eat for breakfast makes a difference.

Eating a piece of frosted cake for breakfast is not your best option for sustained energy. You will have a burst of energy as your blood sugar spikes from the sugar, then it plummets, leaving you groggy.

Having eggs for breakfast helps sustain your energy level because of their excellent protein content. Eggs also provide choline, which is good for your brain health. Top your eggs with salsa and add whole-wheat toast, fresh fruit and milk for a complete meal.

Oatmeal is an excellent breakfast food. Oatmeal is a whole-grain food with plenty of fiber that helps you feel full.

Add some berries to your oatmeal and milk or yogurt and you have a power-packed meal. Try “overnight oatmeal” as a breakfast meal.

If oatmeal is not your favorite, try another whole-grain cereal. Read and compare Nutrition Facts labels and aim for cereals lower in added sugars and higher in fiber.

Think about your typical breakfast. Do you have at least three of the five food groups represented? Try to vary your choices among the protein, fruit, vegetables, dairy and grains groups.

CONTINUED ON PAGE C16

Open That Bottle Night

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Open That Bottle Night has a very special purpose. Dorothy Gaither and John Becher created this day to encourage people to re-connect with each other over a good bottle of wine or champagne. Short of that, a bottle of Scotch or Bourbon will certainly suffice. But importantly, it is not a day to drink alone or to binge drink. Rather, you should open a bottle with your spouse, lover, family members or good friends, especially those whom you may have lost touch with over the years. Having a spat with someone?

Share a bottle of wine with them, and iron out those differences. After all, life is too short to argue or fight..

Note: Please drink responsibly.

Tonight’s Slogan: Live Simply, Laugh Often, Wine a lot!

Origin of Open That Bottle Night: This special day was created in 2000 by “Tastings” columnists Dorothy J. Gaither and John Brecher Some sources incorrectly state that Open That Bottle Night is on a set, fixed day every year. The creators specifically established this day on the last Saturday in February. So, the date changes every year.

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Don’t forget to eat breakfast CONTINUED FROM PAGE C14

This tasty recipe includes vegetables, protein and dairy in one recipe when you have a little more time for food preparation. If you have kids in school, check out the school breakfast programs that may be available where you live.

See the NDSU Extension resources at https://www. ag.ndsu.edu/food and check out the publications under “Food Preparation” for more ideas.

Bacon and Avocado Hash Brown Egg Cups 2 1/2 c. hash browns, thawed 3 Tbsp. canola oil (or your favorite oil) Salt and pepper, to taste 6 eggs 1/2 avocado, diced 1/2 c. shredded cheddar cheese 2 slices precooked bacon or turkey bacon, chopped (if desired) 1/2 bell pepper, diced Preheat oven to 425 F. Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray and set aside. Pour hash browns into a large bowl.

Add oil 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring in between, until the hash browns are just coated, not oily. Season with salt and pepper as desired. You will need tins with a total of 16 muffin cups to yield eight servings. Line each muffin cup with seasoned hash browns, pressing down to fit the bottom and sides of each cup, creating a crust. Place muffin tin in preheated oven and cook for about 20 minutes, or until hash browns are golden brown. Lower oven temperature to 325 F. Wisk eggs in a mixing bowl. Fold in avocado, cheese, precooked bacon and pepper. Scoop egg mixture into each hash brown crust and place back in oven. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until eggs are set. Eggs should reach an internal temperature of 145 F. Let cool for a few minutes and serve.

Makes eight servings. Each serving has 160 calories, 12 grams (g) fat, 8 g protein, 6 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber and 150 milligrams sodium.

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This special month exists to give all Spunky Old Broads (S.O.B.) an opportunity to recognize their importance, and to celebrate themselves and their accomplishments. It is also a perfect time for the young ladies among us an opportunity to begin planning and preparing to become a Spunky Old Broad someday.

When thinking about what an S.O. B. should be, one thinks of: successful, independent, self-reliant, smart, intelligent, outgoing and out-spoken, resourceful, bold, brave, and anything but shy.

Spunky Old Broads Month Slogan: Women are like fine wine. They get better with age.

According to the originator “Although I am the Spunky Old Broad, generally for women it means Spunky, Open and Brave. I think that says it all.” As for you guys out there, you should be supportive and understanding of course, and rather than criticize, it might be great to appreciate them for who they are.

Among many other things, Dr. Gayle Carson, the originator of this day, is author of “How to Be an S.O.B--A Spunky Old Broad Who Kicks Butt.” It’s a “must read” for all spunky old broads, and anyone who aspires to be one.

Dr. Carson turned February into Spunky Old Broads Month. She also picks a Spunky Old Broad of the Year. Past winners have been Cloris Leachman, Dolly Parton, Sharon Osbourne, Goldie Hawn, Katie Couric, Helen Mirren.

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• NEW DANFOSS HYDRAULIC SYSTEM with Variable Displacement Ground and Header Drive Pumps • DRIVE BY WIRE GROUND DRIVE SYSTEM for Better Control @ Higher Speeds • NEW HEADER DRIVE SYSTEM with Central Distribution Point • NEW CAB AND REAR AXLE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS • NEW DANA H.D. PLANETARY FINAL DRIVES • NEW 20 MPH FIELD AND 30 MPH TRANSPORT SPEEDS • NEW 5 SERIES ROTARY DISC HEADERS Cut Cleaner & Faster • NEW ACCUSTEER AUTOGUIDANCE Faster Line Acquisition to Lock and Hold the Line • AND, BEST OF ALL, IT’S BUILT BY CASE IH

For Kiara Sherman’s fourth year in the Junior Division, she constructed an off-white textured 100% wool doublebreasted coat featuring a floral rose waterfall machine embroidery design along the shawl collar which highlights the color of her dress. Kiara’s stylish scarlet rose red dress is fashioned from a beautiful red wool and a vintage pattern.

The dress is highlighted by gathers along the bust line and the skirt and features bound buttonholes. Kiara definitely represented the wool industry in high fashion with this ensemble.

LB434XL has 20% greater capacity, 5% greater density and a 31.5% longer bale chamber. It is equipped with tandem steerable axles, a large color touchscreen and Case IH Professional Package.

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Take a swig In Ancient Rome, urine was used as a mouthwash. This is because urine contains a very high ammonia content, and ammonia is one of the most powerful and readily available natural cleaners on this planet!

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AG-TRK 430

* 430 HP CUMMINS * TIER 4 PERFORMANCE * ALLISON 4000 SERIES AUTO * MERITOR #33,000 AXLES * TWIN BAG REAR SUSPENSION * TANK SIZE: SS 1600, 2000, 2400 GAL * BOOM WIDTHS: 90-132’ * SPECIALTY ALUMINUM BOOMS * CHOICE OF CONTROLLERS * 50 MPH TRANSPORT SPEED

We Specialize In Providing Quality Application Equipment Our Equipment Provides:

Mobility • Capacity • Durability • Economics • Simplicity

2011 CASE 4420 1200 hours, 1200 tank, 120-ft. boom, Case Pro Controller, Aim Command, Boom Height, 650 float tires. Very nice condition.............................................................. $125,000

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AMAZONE ZG-TS 10001 SPREADERS 2015 RBR VECTOR 300 1200 hours, 1600 tank, 120-ft. SprayFlex boom, Ag Leader Controller, Raven boom height, Capstan Sharpshooter, 650 float tires. Very nice condition................... Call for pricing

• 9 ton capacity (urea) • 120-ft. full overlap spread • on-line weigh system • radar monitored pattern • can divide pattern into 64 sections • onboard wind control system

Call Today for More Information (406) 788-5361

SPECIALTY ALUMINUM BOOMS REMEMBER: Ag Trucks is Your Montana Dealer for SPECIALTY ALUMINUM BOOMS

• High Strength Aluminum Alloys • Light and Durable Construction • Engineered Welds • Outer Boom Sections Hyd Breakaway • 100, 120, 132-ft. widths • SS Plumbing

• mounted or pull-type • minimal fertilizer damage • calculates and adjusts pattern

Call (406) 788-5361

WE ARE ALWAYS BUILDING! Drop by the shop and see what goes into building the “MOST PRODUCTIVE SPRAYERS” on the market 2009 MILLER CONDOR today.

2400 hours, 1200 gallon, 90-ft. Mono-Boom, 275 hp Cummins, 3000 Allison, Give Us a rear wheel drive with hydrostatic front axle, TopCon GPS, Raven boom height, Call Today!

two sets of tires, nice clean machine.................................................. $120,000

Great Falls, Montana Steve Raska • 406-788-5361

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• Individual Nozzle Control • Control Pressure Independent of Rate or Speed • Row-to-Row Liquid Fertilizer Uniformity While Automatically Changing Orifice Sizes Based on Rate or Speed • No Need to Change Orifices for Anhydrous Ammonia Apps

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HENKE ENTERPRISES INC. WE ARE NOW SELLING BIGDOG MOWERS!!!

eDrive Sprayer is working GREAT!

Doug Henke ~ Chester, MT cell (406) 799-2616

40-ft., 45-ft. and 48-ft. header trailers Starting at $5400

Montana MIWW Reps Compete at Nationals CONTINUED FROM PAGE C20

eDrive Coming for John Deere & Case Sprayers!!

MANY USED SPRAYERS FOR SALE, MORE COMING!!!!!

$49,900 AND UP!!!!

Website - trucksprayers.com Henke Enterprises Inc. offers-

John Deere 4930

* Complete Spray Truck assembly * Truck Frame work * Hydraulic work * Welding of steel, aluminum, stainless steel * Machining - lathe work (18”x80”) and milling * Custom built wheels for floaters & etc. - Powder Coated * Crane truck work 50-ft. of height * Electronic testing and repairs * Over 20 years experience with Marflex-SprayFlex sprayers * All sprayers tested on our irrigated and dryland farm

MARFLEX SPRAYER PARTS AVAILABLE

BUILDING ~ COMING IN

2013 Sprayflex sprayer, 120-ft. boom, 1300 gallon tank, 2004 International 4300 truck, floater tires ........................................$59,900 2012 International 7400 with 120-ft. sprayer ... ................................................................ Call 2009 John Deere 4930 **EDRIVE sprayer new electric drive conversion 120-ft. booms ......... ........................................................$169,900

Contact your authorized dealer

Henke Enterprises Inc., Doug Henke, Chester, MT

• 406-759-5877 or cell 406-799-2616

email: grain@ttc-cmc.net

CATTLE & ITEMS FOR SALE

Powerhouse waIf you make a pdf to make smaller like October 2016 ter be pump, 3” semitrash, 208CC ensure to make High Quality pdf gine, 14,160 max GPH, 98-ft. max head, never used, recently serviced... ......................$170 2) Charlois Cross heifers, due to calve in April, bred to Black Simm bulls..$3500 pair

MM4500 generator, recently serviced. $150

Montana’s Adult winner, Jan Alexander designed a cape and western styled skirt for her entry this year. Jan’s cape features back belt details and concealed pockets. The lambswool skirt has a deep slit in the side to show off her fancy boots. Both pieces are made from Pendleton yardage. Jan can wear this outfit for many occasions including the Miles Community College bash which is a benefit event for the college rodeo team that she and her friend Wayne attend each year.

3) Rocker Recliners, 2 cloth, 1 vinyl leather... ................................................ $150 for all Minneapolis-Moline 5 Star loader tractor, needs carb work, hasn’t been run for 15 years................................................$4000 1986 Chevrolet pickup box, dual gas lids, fits 1973-1987, great shape.....................$500

Phone (406) 278-3970 home (406) 470-0894 cell, Conrad, MT or email twistit73@yahoo.com

Senior contestant, Mary Baeten competed in her first MIWW contest in 2021. Mary created a Voyageur style capote. The capote is fashioned out of a Hudson Bay 3 ½ point blanket that was purchased at an estate sale. The capote features a wide collar, pockets and a belt closure that Mary hand sewed together with yarn. Mary will wear her capote during her family’s yearly tree hunt which is the traditional outing to wear capotes. Mary is a home-schooled Senior this year and also participates in 4-H in Yellowstone County.

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2017 TerraGator TG8400B, AirMax Precision, 70-ft. stainless steel boom, 3254 hours........... .......................................................... $147,000

2018 Venturi 380, Cummins QSC 8.9L, Allison automatic transmission, 4 wheel steering, Case IH 810 twin bin air flow system, 2 Micro bins, 70-ft. boom, Raven Viper 4 monitor, autosteer, section control, 2390 hours..... $205,000

2016 RBR Venturi 350, diesel engine, Allison automatic transmission, Case IH 810 Flex Air dry air flow box, 70-ft. booms, Raven Viper IV controller, light bar, electric 2016 TerraGator 8400B AirMax roll tarp, 650/65R38 flotation tires, Precision 2, Raven Viper 4, 3678 3223 hours..................... $143,500 hours............................ $148,000

2014 TerraGator TG8400 Airmax Precision 2, 70-ft. boom, granular 2015 TerraGator TG8400B Airmax bins, Viper Pro, autosteer, 3500 Precision 2, 70-ft. boom, granular hours.............................. $123,500 bins, Viper Pro, autosteer, 3640 hours.............................. $132,500

2014 RBR Vector 300, New Leader L4000 G4 MultiApplier dry spreader box, twin spinner, all hydraulic with insert, roll over tarp, Viper Pro monitor, 2953 hours............................ $124,500

2005 John Deere 724J payloader, diesel engine, shuttle shift transmission, 118” bucket, Michelin750/65R25 tires, 6442 hours.............................. $88,000

2016 Case IH Titan 4540 2796 hours.

Case IH FLX 810 air bed, 70-ft. boom, 2 bin bed with coap bins, electric roll tarp, Raven Viper 4 rate controller, auto steer 163,000

2014 Case Titan 4530 Dry Floater, Flex-Air 810 - VRT dry flow system, 70-ft. boom, Raven Viper Pro, 2 product, 5017 hours.......... ....................................... $98,500

2011 Case IH 4520, 810 box, 2912 hours, variable rate, Autosteer, Viper Pro.......$99,500..........$115,500 2008 Case IH Titan 4520, New Leader L3020 G4-12, Raven SmarTrax, Raven Viper Pro monitor, 4579 hours................ $85,000 2015 Case IH Titan 4030, New Leader L4000 G4, multi-bin, Ag Leader monitor, 3451 hours......... . ...................................... $153,500

2005 Peterbilt Stahly Cummins, Allison automatic, New Leader L3020 G4, monitor, New Leader controller, Starlink GPS, 4145 hours.............................. $79,000 2011 TerraGator 8204, Cat diesel engine, AirMax Precision, 70ft. stainless steel boom, Raven 2009 Terra Gator 8203 floater, SmarTrax, Viper Pro, 4495 hours. Air Max Precision, 70-ft. stainExceptionally clean truck!... $84,000 less steel boom, electric roll tarp, Ravin Viper Pro controller, Smart Trax auto steer, 3948 hours......... . ....................................... $79,000

2013 RoGator 1300, New Leader L4258 G4, Raven monitor, Raven GPS, 3072 hours............. $88,500

2015 Case IH Titan 4530 Dry Floater, Flex-Air 810 - VRT dry flow system, 70-ft. boom, Raven Viper Pro, 2922 hours... $148,000 2014 Case IH 4430 sprayer, diesel, hydrostatic drive, 1200 gallon stainless steel liquid system, AIM Command, 120-ft. boom, stainless steel chemical inductor, Raven Viper IV controller, 650/65R38 flotation tires, 2234 hours.....$157,000

2013 Merritt with Rapat conveyor system, electric roll tarp, 4 hoppers, air ride suspension. . .................................... $42,500 2006 Peterbilt 335 floater truck, Newton Crouch spreader bed.

Bed built like a Chandler bed, twin spinners, 2860 hrs...$82,000

John Deere 850B crawler dozer, OROPS, John Deere diesel engine, 10,387 hours.......... $29,000

2012 Vector 300, Cummins, Allison automatic, New Leader L4000 G4 spreader box, twin spinner, all hydraulic, stainless steel insert, Raven Viper Pro monitor, 4561 hours. Free delivery.................................. $92,000

2004 Peterbilt floater sprayer truck, 76-ft. boom, 20” nozzle spacing, Raven Envizio Pro control valves, 4368 hours... $79,000

Free Freight

2016 TerraGator TG8400B, Agco diesel engine, CVT transmission, 2132 hours. New Leader L3220 G4 stainless steel dry spinner box, belt/chain, MultiApplier ready.............................$151,000

2016 Case IH Titan 3540 3 wheel floater, 810 air delivery box, deluxe cab, red leather seat, 6 speed Allison automatic transmission, 8.7L Case IH FLP engine, 1512 hours, 1050/50 R32 front and rear tires, Raven Viper 4, Agri-Cover roll tarp.......................... $167,000

Up To 1200 Miles 2010 International 7400, Max Force engine, Allison auto, New Leader L4000 G4, 3066 hours...........................$88,000

2009 Merritt Quickveyor trailer, self contained hydraulics, Predator engine....................... $27,500

1998 Ford Louisville petroleum truck, Cummins, manual transmission, single axle, tag axle, 1997 Progress 5 compartment fuel body, 3000 gallon, dual meters, dual hose reels, 11R22.5 tires, 459,846 miles........ $34,000

2006 International 7600, Cummins, 10 speed, rear auger Willmar 16-ton tender, 443,000 miles. Nice clean truck... $42,000

Greyn’s Crop Specialists

1996 Freightliner 5 axle tender, Cummins, Rayman 24 ton side discharge........................ $39,500 1967 Fruehauf 8500 gallon lead and 5700 gallon 1969 Beall fuel trailer.............................. $28,000 1969 Lubbock NH3 transport trailer, 10,400 gallons, Blackmer pump. 5 to choose from............... .............................. $42,000 each

Swinger 2000 loader, diesel, hydrostatic, front quick tach bucket, forks, aux hyd, 911 hours.$26,000

GREYN FERTILIZER

Check out our website: www.fertilizerequipment.net

We have been your locally owned full service fertilizer dealer for over 35 years!! Thank you for your support. Three locations to serve you: Choteau - Larry Greyn - 406-466-5356 Dutton - Brad Greyn - 406-476-3402 Valier - 406-279-3255

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Montana MIWW Reps Compete at Nationals CONTINUED FROM PAGE C22

ZETOR TRACTORS

Zetor M22HT tractor with ZL20 loader and 48” bucket, ZM54 midmount mower. 2 IN STOCK............$17,150

New Red Devil 6-ft. snow blower with QA skid steer mount.

NEW SPEECO POST HOLE AUGERS

KIOTI TRACTORS

Kioti CS2210 sub compact with SL2410 loader, 4WD hydrostatic transmission, engine heater, PTO, 3 point, industrial tires. IN STOCK with 60” mid-mount mower................................4 IN STOCK Kioti CK2610 with KL4010 loader, 4WD, hydrostatic transmission, PTO, 3 point, R4 tires, 6 year warranty... 1 IN STOCK Kioti CK4010HST with KL4030 loader 40 hp, 66” bucket, 4WD, hydrostatic transmission, PTO, 3 point, R4 tires, 6 year warranty.............................2 IN STOCK Kioti DK5310SEH with cab, KL5521 loader, 53 hp, 72” bucket, 4WD, hydrostatic transmission, 3 point, PTO, industrial tires, 6 year warranty.........1 IN STOCK Kioti NS6010H, open station, 4WD, hydrostatic transmission, PTO, 3 point, rear remote hydraulics, industrial tires, 6 year warranty.............................1 IN STOCK

NEW KIOTI IMPLEMENTS

Rear mounted tillers, 48”....................$2545 Rear mounted tillers, 42”....................$2444 Back blade, 72”.....................................$725

PARTS UNITS

Ford 2000 Select-o-Speed....... For Parts

We have wood splitters, chippers and log grapples available.

CONSIGNED

John Deere 6600 combine, gas, pickup header..........................................$2000 Massey-Ferguson 510 combine, Perkins diesel............................................$3250 Hesston 1014 12-ft. swather........................ ...................................... NEEDS WORK New Holland 855 round baler............$3850 New Holland 1033 balewagon........... CALL

IN STOCK

In Stock $6250

Standard Duty & Heavy Duty 9” & 12” Augers

MISCELLANEOUS

Front Dozer Blade with manual adjust. Fits various models.............................$2500 Oliver/White loader fits 1650/1655....$1250 Wagner loader for Ford 8N, 9N, and NAA. Complete with front pump & mounts...... .....................................................$1500 Shaver HD8 front mount post driver..$1295 Hinker chisel plow..............................$1200 International chisel plow.....................$600 Running gears. Each............................$600 Wagon with box..................................$1000 John Deere QA pallet forks, like new..$900

Hardee Implements

74” tiller, reverse tine..........................$2775 72” finish mower.................................$2750 60’ rotary mower.................................$1575 1184W 7-ft. rotary mower...................$4850 1072 6-ft. rotary mower with slip clutch........ .....................................................$3175 172 6-ft rotary mower.........................$2350 42” Panther mower.............................$1285

MISCELLANEOUS ATTACHMENTS

New Danuser SSQA pallet forks....... $1125

Good Selection Of Spike Tooth Harrows Starting At $150.00 USED HAYING

American Hay Master 500 series stack wagon with hay basket.................$7500 New Holland 1032 bale wagon..........$4500 Hesston 1014 swather.......................$1500

NEW Eagle Attachments New Eagle 560HD..................$1050 New Eagle 566HD..................$1210 New Eagle 672HD..................$1320 New Eagle 784 HD.................$1415 New Eagle 7-ft. 3 point rear blade.... ...........................................$1225 New Eagle 8-ft. 3 point rear blade.... ...........................................$1300

Helfert’s Helena Farm Supply Phone (406) 227-6821

East Helena, Montana

Serving HELENA and surrounding areas over 70 YEARS!

Come visit us at www.helenafarmsupply.com

In the National MIWW contest there were 21 Junior contestants, 18 Senior contestants, and 21 Adult contestants representing 28 states. Currently, there are 31 states with active Make It With Wool programs. The National MIWW Directors are Lynda Johnson from Wyoming and Karen Weight from Utah.

The contestants learned a lot by attending workshops.

The first was on “The Total Picture” which touched on accessorizing and thinking about the complete presentation.

The contestants were very excited to take their turn to learn from Claire Shaeffer, an internationally recognized expert in design and construction techniques for haute couture.

Claire is a recipient of the Professional Association of Custom Clothiers Lifetime Achievement Award. Claire writes patterns and they always include inside secrets for constructing luxurious couture ensembles. The contestants also had fun in the sun at the beach while building sand castles, playing volleyball and frisbee, and eating pizza.

Montana’s contestants had a great time in San Diego enjoying the warm weather and represented our great state in high fashion. Kiara placed in the Top 10 in the Junior Division. She also won the Machine Embroidery Award with her coat and received a cash award sponsored

by Montana’s own LuvEweFarm from Havre, Montana.

Congratulations, Kiara on a job well done!! Mary did not place in the top 10, nor did Jan place in the top 6 for Adults, but both learned a ton that they can use for their entries next year. Marissa Sanchez of California won the Junior Division, Whitney Black of Utah won the Senior Division, and Kim Vogley of Washington won the Adult Division. The “People’s Choice” Award went to Hannah Missler of Ohio.

Some interesting statistics collected from the 2021 MIWW year are that participation is back on the rise with a total of 348 contestants this year broke out with 75 Adult contestants, 41 Seniors, 88 Juniors, 108 PreTeens, and 27 Made for Others throughout the 28 states. There was a total of 1,071 yards of wool fabric and 405 skeins of wool yarn used to construct the MIWW garment entries for the 2021 year. Montana was 5th in the ranking for participation numbers in 2021. Exciting placement!

For more information on the Make It With Wool program, please visit and like our Montana Make It With Wool facebook page, Montana Wool Growers Association facebook page or website at mtsheep.org, or email Montana MIWW Director Amanda Powell at aspowell11@ hotmail.com.

This Day in History February

February 14 The Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre occurred. Mobsters, dressed as policemen, gunned down seven members of a rival gang. (1929) February 15 The Post Office uses adhesive postage stamps for the first time. (1842) February 16 Nylon is patented. But it won’t become popular for a few more decades. (1937) • NBC TV begins it’s first nightly newscast. (1948) February 18 Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is published.(1885) • A ninth planet is discovered in the solar system and is named Pluto. The discover is Clyde Tombaugh. (1930) February 19 A prize is inserted into a Crackerjacks box for the first time (1913) February 20 John Glenn become the first U.S. astronaut to orbit the earth.(1962) February 21 Richard Nixon becomes the first U.S. President to visit China. (1972) February 22 Frank Woolworth opens the first “Five Cent Store in Utica, N.Y. (1879) February 23 Walter Wingfield of Pimlico, England, patented the game of lawn tennis. (1874) • The Tootsie Roll rolls into stores in America. (1896) • U.S. marines raise the America flag in Iwo Jima (1945) February 25 Samuel Colt patents the revolver.

February 26 A bomb explodes at the World Trade Center killing 6 people (1993) February 28 The Salem Witch Hunts begin. (1692) • The final episode of M.A.S.H. is aired. (1983) February 29 Yellowstone becomes the first National Park (1872)

High quality hay after calving

Ben Beckman, Nebraska Extension Pasture & Forage Forum Good cow nutrition is crucial following calving to get cows rebred. Today, let’s look at the reason for using our top tier hay after calves hit the ground.

Because cows experience a lot of stress after calving, they need good feed. Not only is the cow producing milk for her calf, she is also preparing her reproductive system to rebreed. As a result, nutrient demands are high. Energy requirements increase about 30 percent and protein needs nearly double after calving. Underfeeding reduces the amount of milk a cow provides her calf, and it can delay or even prevent rebreeding. If it gets cold, wet, or icy again, nutrient demands can sky-rocket.

Winter grass, corn stalks, and other crop residues are low quality right now because these feeds are weathered and have been pretty well picked over. It is critical that the hay or silage you feed will provide the extra nutrients your cows need.

Because of this, not just any hay or silage will do.

Your cow needs 10 to 12 percent crude protein and 60 to 65 percent TDN in her total diet. If she is grazing poor quality feeds or eating grass hay, your other forages and supplements must make up any deficiencies.

Make sure your forage has adequate nutrients; if you haven’t done so yet, get it tested now for protein and energy content. Compare this to the nutrient requirements of your cows. Then feed your cows a ration that will meet their requirements. Use supplements if needed. But don’t overfeed, either. That is wasteful and expensive.

Calving and the months after are a stressful time for cows. If we underfeed, it can delay rebreeding and slow down calf growth. Use your best quality forages with any needed supplements to provide adequate nutrition.

By meeting nutrient requirements, your cows will milk well, rebreed on time, and produce healthy calves year after year. ##### Now, God, I must know.

What is going on with me that I’d put my toothbrush in the dishwasher and leave the kitchen scrub brush in the bathroom? Am I losing my mind? If so, please rescue me!

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2002 International bucket truck, Altec AN546 boom, 51-ft. reach, dual basket, material handler, DT466 diesel, automatic, 78,000 miles, complete.......................... Call

2006 Sweetwater CT1143 carousel pipe spool trailer, electric brakes, 6 hole wheels, fairleads, pintle hitch.............................. Call

1991 Ford 655C loader backhoe, diesel, ROPS, GP bucket, good rubber, one owner, ex-municipal machine, open station, 3500 hours, clean affordable backhoe (rep photo) .............................................................. Call

2004 International 4400 hydraulic reel truck with 425 CFM air compressor, DT466 diesel, Allison automatic, fully hydraulic reel lift, John Deere diesel air compressor, hydraulic tool circuit, complete, low miles. Call

2004 International 7400 snowplow dump truck, DT570 diesel, 10 speed transmission, 11-ft. dual direction front plow, right hand wing plow, 11-ft. dump body, sander with broadcaster, complete........................... Call

1996 Ford L9000 6x6 cab and chassis, 3306 Cat diesel, 9 speed manual transmission, 2 speed transfer case, step frame, only 47,000 miles.......................................... Call

1991 International 9600 cab over cab & chassis, N14 Cummins (mechanical), 9 speed manual, heavy specs, 58,000 lb.

GVWR, double frame, 224” of frame, only 67,000 original miles, extra clean ex-municipal truck................................................ Call

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2002 International 4700 mechanics truck, Maintainer mechanics body & crane, 6000 lb. crane, air compressor, diesel, automatic, under CDL, 103,000 miles, one owner.. Call

Serving the Montana, Dakota and Wyoming regions, and beyond, with an extensive selection of reliable used trucks and equipment since 1998!

2001 International 4700 tow truck, Holmes 16,000 lb. wrecker body, wheel lift, push bumper, DT466 diesel, automatic, under DL, one owner.............................................. Call

2001 International tandem axle vacuum truck, auxiliary motor, Triplex pump, dump body, hose reels, complete, Cat diesel, 99,000 miles, one owner....................... Call

1997 International 2674 truck tractor, N14 Cummins diesel, 13 speed transmission, walking beam suspension, driveline retarder brake, sliding 5th wheel, headache rack, one owner, only 175,000 actual miles... Call

1994 Ford F600 single axle dump truck, 429 fuel injected gas motor, Allison automatic transmission, hydraulic brakes, under CDL, good affordable dump truck................... Call

2003 International 2574 tandem dump truck, M11 Cummins diesel, 13 speed transmission, double frame, jake brake, cruise control, only 58,000 original miles, very nice........................................................ Call

1997 Chevrolet K3500 4x4 bucket truck, diesel, automatic, Altec AT2500 telescopic boom, utility body, 86,000 miles, nice complete truck.............. Call

1997 Ford F450 mechanics truck, 7.3 Powerstroke diesel, automatic, 3200 lb. auto crane, service body/flatbed, air/heat, 126,000 miles........................................ Call 2004 Ingersoll Rand P375 air compressor, John Deere diesel, 375 CFM, 150 PSI, dual hose reels, one owner, 1785 hours....... Call 1998 Dodge W2500 4x4 utility truck, 5.9 Cummins diesel, automatic, air conditioning, new injection pump and transmission with paperwork, rust free/very clean, 157,000 miles, will separate chassis................... Call

Empire 80 KW generator, John Deere diesel, 120/208 volts, 3 phase, 280 amps, 1032 hours, one owner........ Call

2005 Sullivan 185 CFM air compressor, John Deere diesel, hose reel and hose, trailer mounted, light package, 1800 hours.......Call

2005 Ford F650 flatbed/crane truck, 8000 lb. crane, 160 CFM air compressor, 5.9 Cummins diesel, automatic, under CDL, 47,300 miles.......................................... Call

1999 Mustang 2070A skid steer loader, high flow hydraulics, diesel. quick attach, GP bucket, only 1500 hours, ex-municipal machine................................................. Call 2008 Ditch Witch RT75 trencher, M910 boom, A720 backhoe, 6-way blade, 4x4x4 steering, 1600 hours.............................. Call

2000 International 4900 mechanics truck, 18,000 lb. mechanics crane, wireless remote control, service body, generator, DT466 diesel, automatic, 81,000 miles, ex municipal, extra nice complete truck..... Call

2001 Cat IT38G tool carrier front end loader, quick attach, 3rd and 4th auxilliary valves, 4+1 bucket, weight scale in bucket, one owner ex municipal machine, 9800 hours.......Call

1995 Cat 140G motor grader, scarifier, 3306 diesel, Powershift, air condtioner, heat, 12,000 hours, one owner, ex municipal machine, none cleaner............................... Call

2012 International Prostar truck tractor, 450 hp diesel, 13 speed transmission, full locking rear ends, 3.73 rear end ratio, one owner ex-municipal truck, 413,000 miles, West Coast clean.................................. Call 2008 Yale GDP 8000 lb. capacity, 144” lift, diesel, tilt, side shift, fork positioners, very nice...... Call

2009 International 7600 boom truck, Altec AC18-70 boom, 36,000 lb. capacity, 80-ft. sheave height, 20-ft. flatbed, dual standing controls with wireless remote control, M11 Cummins diesel, automatic, only 45,000 miles, low hours, prestine like new condition......................................................... Call

1994 John Deere 310D loader backhoe, extend-a-hoe, auxiliary hydraulics, full cab, quick attach, wobble stick controls, excellent rubber, only 2951 original hours, one owner, ex power company machine, very nice, rear breaker available................................... Call

1988 Ford F350 utility/service truck, V8 gas, automatic, 2000 lb. auto crane, under hood air compressor, service body, only 43,100 actual miles, immaculate condition........ Call

2009 New Holland W170B front end loader, quick attach, auxiliary hydraulics, 3rd valve, 4 & 1 bucket, one owner, ex-municipal machine, only 2180 total hours................... Call

1993 Case 621B front end loader, GP bucket, full cab, heat, 5.9 Cummins diesel, 6700 hours, tight, clean, ex-municipal machine............ Call

2011 Ford F550 4x4, Supercab service truck, 6.7 diesel, automatic, PTO, with hydraulic tool circuit, high end service body, front winch, clean................................... Call 1989 Alloy 28-ft. flatbed trailer, removeable stake racks, air ride suspension, steel composition, excellent rubber....................... Call 1996 Trail King TK24 tandem dual flatbed/ equipment trailer, air brakes, dove tail with flip over ramps, 32,000 lb. GVWR......... Call

2005 Whisper Watt DCA45 generator, 45KW, 1-3 phase, 120/240/480 volt, multiple voltage, trailer mounted, one owner, 4300 hours, extra quiet.......................... Call

2016 Ingersoll Rand/Doosan 185 CFM air compressor, diesel, 125 PSI, trailer mounted, light package, extra clean, 3787 hours... .............................................................. Call

2000 Titan 40-ft. flatbed trailer, air ride suspenson, diamond steel plate floor, Neway air scales, (multiple available).................... Call

2007 Oklahoma tandem dual flatbed/equipment trailer, 38-ft. bed, dovetail with flip over ramps, double drop bed, dual jacks, pintle hitch, air brakes, extra long well specced trailer...................................................... Call

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BUCKLEY AUCTIONS AND APPRAISERS

We have auctions booked but will be held at a later date.

If you are planning an auction or need an appraisal give us a call.

59 years in the business.

We specialize in farm, ranch, industrial and business type auctions.

We do it ALL from start to finish.

Phone (406) 450-2244, leave a messageor call 278-5880

STORAGE CONTAINERS & BRIDGES

Overseas Flat Racks and Shipping Containers 8-ft. to 53-ft., mouse proof, weather tight storage 20-ft. & 40-ft. Heavy Duty Bridges

Phone (406) 899-4104

TCB TRANSPORT, LLC

www.boxesandbridges.com

ITEMS FOR SALE

2005 Chevrolet Silverado HD Duramax 4x4 with topper and Dutchman camper with 1 slide. Priced to sell............... ..................................... $12,800 for both truck and camper

2012 Ford F350 PowerStroke, Super Duty, 4x4, 265,000 miles. Very good condition, new tires.$21,800

1982 Stinger crane truck, current D.O.T. inspection and current crane inspection, load weight indicator and anti-block alarm, 13,000 ton capacity............$20,000

1979 Chevrolet 4 speed, 454............................$3800 Phone (406) 357-2475, Chinook, Montana

I believe the Krogmann BaleBed is the most outstanding bed on the market. I like the features this bed has over the competition.”

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UM yields two Rhodes Scholar finalists

UM News Service Two University of Montana (UM) seniors in musical theater and a Bachelor of Arts in recently interviewed for the world’s oldest English literature. and most prestigious academic recognition, “I couldn’t choose between the two, so I the Rhodes Scholarship. am studying both,” Baxter said of her four As Rhodes finalists, Teigan Avery and years of nonstop studies.

Arwen Baxter joined an elite group of She opted to attend UM because of a deep U.S. college students recognized for their family connection – her grandmother met scholarly achievements, commitment to the her grandfather while attending UM, and common good and potential for leadership. her father studied at the University – and “It is an honor for a public university to because she wanted to stay in the region. have one Rhodes finalist and very rare to “I like the intersection of humanities and have two,” said Kylla Benes, the director the sciences of the West,” said Baxter, who of external scholarships and fellowships at volunteered in her summers during college UM who advised Teigan and Arwen through as a research assistant on ecological studies the application process. “These two women for Idaho State University’s Stream Ecology were selected as finalists because they have Center. spent their college careers highly engaged Her creative works, which include poetry in their academic and personal interests and and original compositions, have been pubin their communities. lished and performed in multiple outlets.

“Neither started college intending to be She also sings and has acted in plays proRhodes finalists, but their dedication and duced by UM’s theater department. achievements demonstrates the outstandWhen Baxter graduates, she may take ing personalized education UM offers – an some time to complete a trove of scripts and education that students can leverage for other artistic projects she has in production. major awards like the Rhodes,” Benes said.

“I have some applications in for graduate Avery doubled-majored in economics school,” she said, “and would like to be an and political science at UM and is now interdisciplinary educator and performer working toward a master’s degree in ecoworking in the environmental humanities. I nomics. A native of Kalispell, she one day believe that perceptions matter, and through wants to be a professor of economics at UM, my work as an artist and educator I want to calling it her “dream job.” reframe human connections to place and Originally interested in pursuing a legal ecosystems.” degree or a profession in medicine, Avery Avery and Baxter, both members of UM’s found her true passion in applying ecoDavidson Honors College, credited the large nomics through education and research to number of people who helped them prepare the betterment of others. Her decision to for the Rhodes finalist interviews, which become a professor was solidified with two included Office of External Scholarships life changing events while in college: treat& Fellowships employees, DHC staff, UM ment for thyroid cancer and the suicide of alumni, UM faculty and staff, community her father, a high-school counselor and her members and past recipients. career sounding board.

“We got to prepare with so many great “This is a big part of my life and was people,” Baxter said. “It really was an honor something I included in my personal stateand made me appreciate even more the qualment to the Rhodes committee,” Avery said ity of the people at UM.” of the challenges she has faced. “It really Both said the conversations with the made me reevaluate and find ways to make Rhodes judges were insightful and inspimy life more meaningful.” rational.

Today, she is working as a research as“These were all people who are going to sistant for UM’s Center for Population do great things to better the world,” Baxter Health Research while finalizing her massaid. ter’s thesis, which explores the impact of Avery, a scratch golfer who served as COVID-19 vaccinations at pharmacies on UM’s golf team caption and was the 2017 children’s overall health.

Montana State Women’s Amateur Cham“I am looking to see if access to the pion, said she brought her A game to the vaccine means parents aren’t taking their Rhodes interviews and was grateful for the children for regular wellness checkups,” opportunity to represent UM. she said.

“I love this university,” she said. “I want Baxter, who comes from Pocatello, to give back to UM because it has given so Idaho, is finishing a Bachelor of Fine Arts much to me.”

First jobs of world leaders

Adolf Hitler sold paintings to Viennese tourists. (He copied the scenes from postcards.)

Joseph Stalin led the Communist Party from the mid 1920s until 1953. Before that he was a seminary student.

South Africa president Nelson Mandela was once a night watchman at a gold mine.

Tony Blair wanted to be a rock star like his idol Mick Jagger, so he worked as a music promoter and formed his own band, the Ugly Rumours. He became England’s prime minister instead.

Harry Truman, the only 20th-century president without a college degree, worked as a mail boy for Kansas City Star, a timekeeper on the Santa Fe Railroad, and a sales clerk in his own men’s clothing store.

Mexican president Vicente Fox (2000-6) started his career as a delivery driver for Coco-Cola.

Ho Chi Minh, president of Vietnam during the war against the U.S., had traveled to America as a young man. Living in Harlem and Boston, he worked as a baker at the Parker House Hotel. He later moved to London and Paris and worked as a pastry chef and waiter before eventually returning to his home country to lead the nationalist movement.

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Every teacher has stories of former stu“EdReady provides access and equity dents who persevered and found success. to students in parts of our state where that They are the mark of a good student and a opportunity might be limited,” said Adcommitted educator. rea Lawrence, dean of UM’s Phyllis J. For high school math teacher Mary Anne Washington College of Education. “To get McMahon, one such student struggled the kind of support that we have from the mightily with math into his sophomore year.

Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation Taking notes and tests in a classroom envimakes this work possible. It is phenomenal, ronment challenged him, but then he began really, because this program does change using EdReady, an online personalized people’s lives.” learning platform that provides adaptive, MTDA Executive Director Robert Currie individualized math and English instrucbrought EdReady to the UM campus and tion. The student started accumulating math piloted it in 2013. Steadily growing since credits with ease. then, MTDA’s unique statewide implemen“He was just a sponge for it,” explained tation of EdReady is what has made its use McMahon, who has taught math in Bozeby Montana learners so effective. A fullman and Helena high schools for more than time program manager who oversees the 20 years and currently works at Jefferson program, as well as a network of educators County High School in Boulder. “With serving as EdReady ambassadors, have EdReady, it was just him and the computer, trained hundreds of teachers, counselors and it gave him the confidence to believe in and administrators how to successfully himself and his math abilities.” implement the program with their students.

McMahon estimates she’s used EdReady “The true power of the program is unwith 600 students since its inception in locked by teachers and administrators who 2014, often with results like rising student work side-by-side with our team to use the grades and college placement exam scores program in a way that best meets the needs increasing. But the EdReady phenomenon of their local students,” said Ryan Schrenk, reaches well beyond McMahon’s classes MTDA’s EdReady Montana program manand even the subject of math. ager.

Across Montana, nearly 600 schools The program’s impact on Montana learnand institutions such as two-year colleges, ers also has positioned UM’s EdReady team four-year universities, tribal colleges, adult as a national leader. Its members continually education centers, and adult and juvenile collaborate with NROC on ways to optimize detention facilities have implemented the platform and routinely advises educators EdReady for math and English. That’s alin other states working to implement the most 180,000 individual Montanans who EdReady Montana model. Recent outreach have used the platform. has included advising educators in North Today, the program is set to grow. The Carolina, Iowa, Oregon and Hawaii, as well Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundaas offering two regional training programs tion has committed $3.5 million to fund in Colorado and Tennessee. and expand EdReady over the next five At Missoula’s Lifelong Learning Center, years. Together with a 2014 gift to launch instructors use EdReady to prepare adult the statewide initiative and a 2016 donation learners, including native and non-native to further it, the most recent gift brings the English speakers who are studying to join Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundaor re-enter the workforce or attend college. tion’s support of EdReady Montana to $9.4 EdReady also has assisted Lifelong million.

Learning Center students to do things like While the EdReady program is offered prepare for the high school equivalency test nationwide by a nonprofit called the NROC and college-level math courses – all prereqProject, it is administered statewide by the uisites for students pursuing personal and Montana Digital Academy (MTDA) at the professional goals. It’s this kind of impact University of Montana’s Phyllis J. Washthat compels Currie and his colleagues to ington College of Education. Montana was continue their work. one of the first five states in the country “Everything we do is focused on helping originally to pilot EdReady’s use and was students and adult learners to overcome a the first in the nation to deploy the innovachallenge,” Currie said. “There’s just so tive tool on a statewide basis. much joy in seeing people realize they can “The MTDA team’s proven ability to do something that has been an impediment provide this help in partnership with our to their growth and their life. We are deeply schools, colleges and adult learning prograteful to the Dennis and Phyllis Washinggrams is one of the key reasons the Dennis ton Foundation for this gift that will allow and Phyllis Washington Foundation continour work to continue.” ues to support EdReady,” said Mike HalThe Dennis and Phyllis Washington ligan, executive director of the Dennis and Foundation supports a broad spectrum of Phyllis Washington Foundation. “Bottom worthy organizations benefiting at-risk line: It is the embodiment of our mission of youth, economically and socially disadinvesting in people to improve the quality vantaged individuals and families, and of their lives.” those with special needs. The Foundation is The latest Dennis and Phyllis Washingfunded by contributions from the Washington Foundation gift will sustain EdReady’s ton Companies and the Washington Family. current efforts, help it increase enrollments The UM Foundation is an independent within Montana’s Native American and runonprofit organization that has inspired ral communities, and allow it to build a new philanthropic support to enhance excellence program that helps students make a strong and opportunity at UM since 1950. transition from middle to high school math so they may later pursue college-level math

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At the end of her keynote, the MWGA Research and Endowment fund presented her with a $100,000 check in support of the Montana Wool Lab fundraising initiative.

As a grass-roots organization, MWGA voted on policy resolutions to steer the actions of the Association. The bylaws of the association were updated to include more inclusive language and address combining the Montana Ram and Ewe sale committees, as well as other changes. For a full list of resolutions and bylaw changes, members should check the upcoming issue of the Montana Wool Grower, slated to hit mailboxes in mid-February.

Duane Talcott of Hammond was elected to steer MWGA as the President. He follows in the footsteps of outgoing President, Ken McKamey, of Great Falls. Levi McEuen of Broadus was elected to serve a 3-year term in District 4. Justin King of Hammond was selected to complete Duane Talcott’s term, so Justin will serve one year in District 4 before the seat will come open again. In District 2, Ben Lehfeldt of Lavina, MT, was re-elected to serve another 3-year term. The Association would like to extend a generous thank you to outgoing board members, Ken McKamey of Great Falls and Dana Penrod of Miles City, for their service to MWGA, and their fellow sheep producers!

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Levi McEuen, along with his wife and children, are third generation sheep producers. They ranch along the Powder River near Broadus, MT. Levi returned to the family ranch after a career with Union Pacific that saw he and his family living in many states.

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• Turbo diesel engine Mahindra’s direct-injection 2.5L, 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine generates a mighty 144 lb-ft. of torque and an impressive 3,490 lb. towing capacity. All while providing you with Four-stroke, Naturally Aspirated, Indirect best-in-class fuel economy.

Injection, Water Cooled Diesel Engine, • Beltless Transmission ROXOR comes with a heavy-duty transmission, 25.9 hp, shuttle transmission which means you no longer have to worry about stopping what you’re doing to replace belts - because it doesn’t have any.

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1967 Chevy CST C10 350, automatic transmission, fully restored, 7000 miles ago engine and transmission rebuilt, factory air conditioner, clean one owner truck...... ................................................... $17,500

20 ton tandem axle equipment trailer, 20-ft. deck with 5-ft. Beavertail, low profile 17.5 tires, spring loaded flip over ramps, air brakes........................................ $14,500

1993 Kenworth T800 dump truck, Detroit, 13 speed, air ride suspension, tandem axles, all aluminum wheels, 12,000 lb front, 40,000 lb rear.....................$45,500

2019 Puma 42-ft. two axle belly dump, 11R24.5, spring ride 10-ft. bottom gate, tarp, clean one owner, no rust, DOT inspected....................................... $28,500

Karla Herrarte (left), Lexington and Aretta Brennemann (right), Curtis, represented Nebraska at the National Make It With Wool competition in San Diego, California. (Extension Photo)

Karla Herrarte of Lexington, and Aretta Brennemann of Curtis, represented Nebraska at the National Make It With Wool competition held in conjunction with the American Sheep Industry Association Convention, January 20-23, in San Diego, California, according to Andrea Nisley, State Make It With Wool Director. The wool contest has been conducted for 74 years.

Junior Division contestant, Karla Herrarte, received Pendleton wool fabric, a Coats & Clark Thread assortment, Schmetz needle guide, tote bag, thread clips, tape measure, seam ripper, and other items. For her entry she constructed and modeled a heather blue wool coat and plaid wool dress.

Her double-breasted coat features a shaped shawl collar, princess seams and encased belt. To coordinate with the coat, she constructed an asymmetric pleated plaid wool dress.

Karla is the daughter of Carlos and Ella Herrarte.

Aretta Brennemann competed in the Senior Division.

For her entry Aretta constructed and modeled a black wool blazer and color-blocked green and black wool dress. Her blazer is lapel less, has raglan sleeves and is fitted by shaped panel seams. Her lined dress features a V-neck and contrasting sides and waistband from the blazer’s black wool. She received Pendleton wool fabric, a Coats & Clark Thread assortment, Schmetz needle guide, tote bag, thread clips, tape measure, seam ripper, and other items. She is the daughter of Bruce and Angel Brennemann.

Kelsey Patton of Stromsburg competed in the mail-in Adult Division. The adult division competition is based on a video, narration, and garment construction prior to the National Contest. Kelsey constructed indigo wool blue jeans and a paprika wool knit t-shirt.

The trip and contest were sponsored by the American Sheep Industry Association, American Sheep Industry Women, American Wool Council, and the Nebraska Sheep and Goat Producers Association.

The purpose of the Make It With Wool Contest is to promote the beauty and versatility of wool fabrics and yarns, to encourage personal creativity in sewing, to recognize creative skills, and to develop life skills.

Contestants must select, construct, and model their own garments. All entries must be made with 100 percent wool or wool blend (minimum 60 percent wool or specialty wool fiber) for each fashion fabric or yarn used.

RMA extends crop insurance flexibilities

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Extension Agent, FCS & 4-H/Youth Development, Cut Bank, Montana.

Will provide leadership and educational programming.

Because of the ongoing impacts of the Market Hog Pandemic Program by Feb. COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Depart25, 2022. ment of Agriculture (USDA) is extending More Information For complete program flexibilities to Approved Insurance RMA staff are working with AIPs and information and Providers (AIPs) and agricultural producers other customers by phone, mail and electo apply visit, until June 30, 2022 or later. Originally, these tronically to continue supporting crop insurmsuextension.org click on “Careers”. flexibilities were expiring this month. ance coverage for producers. Farmers with SNAP-Ed Extension Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled.

“Our priority is to keep our producers crop insurance questions or needs should Instructor, Browning, and partners as safe as possible, while at continue to contact their insurance agents MT, full time. Will the same time continuing to provide the best about conducting business remotely (by implement the SNAP-Ed service we can,” said Marcia Bunger, Adtelephone or email). More information can program on the Blackfeet ministrator of USDA’s Risk Management be found at farmers.gov/coronavirus.

Reservation, teaching Agency (RMA). “These unique times call Crop insurance is sold and delivered soleyouth and adults about for everyone to be cautious and as flexible ly through private crop insurance agents. nutrition, physical activity, as possible, and these added flexibilities will A list of crop insurance agents is available food safety and food help us achieve those goals.” at all USDA Service Centers and online at resource Extended flexibilities include: the RMA Agent Locator. Learn more about management.

For Allowing notifications to be sent eleccrop insurance and the modern farm safety complete information, tronically, including policy related infornet at rma.usda.gov. http://msuextension.org, mation over the phone or other electronic Grain, Liquid, Hay & Livestock Hauling click on “careers.” Equal methods to select policy elections by sales ##### In business since 1960 • closing, acreage reporting and production Opportunity• Employer, How embarrassing, God. I asked for a Visit us at www.glasstrucking.com reporting dates, including options, endorseVeterans/Disabled. refund at the cleaner’s for a piece of lost ments and their forms. Producers may sign clothing–only to find it a month later in the Denton, MT electronically or within 60 calendar days. back of my closet. I returned the refund with 406-567-2232 800-325-8859 Allowing producers to submit a request a humble spirit. for a written agreement after the sales closing date.

Allowing producers with inability to physically sign a written agreement because of COVID-19 to do so after the expiration date.

Providing additional time Manufacturers and dealers are empowering users for AIPs to accept Regional with the tools they need to complete repairs.

Office Determined Yield, Master Yield, and Irrigated Determined Yield requests for Category B (annual) crops.

Allowing AIPs to request a 30-day extension to submit Determined Yield requests for Category C (perennial) crops.

Waiving the witness signature requirement for approval of Assignments of Indemnity.

Additional details can be found in RMA’s Jan. 20, 2022 Manager’s Bulletin, the frequently asked questions or farmers.gov/ coronavirus.

The industry has made a commitment to provide a comprehensive toolkit of Additional Pandemic service tools available to help end users perform service and maintenance on Assistance their machinery.

These flexibilities are part of USDA’s broader response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021, RMA recently provided $59.5 million in premium support for producers who planted cover crops on 12.2 million acres through the new Pandemic Cover Crop Program.

Also, USDA’s Pandemic These are the dealers in Montana that support DIY services Assistance for Producers has provided additional support for producers by improving and retargeting existing programs and creating new efforts, like PCCP, to reach a broader set of producers.

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Winter hay worries Ben Beckman, Nebraska Extension Pasture & Forage Forum Grass tetany and nitrate poisoning are issues that we typically associate with animals grazing. However, both issues can be a problem in winter when animal diets are limited by what they are fed. Is your herd safe from possible hay worries?

Tetany occurs when an animal’s diet doesn’t have enough magnesium to meet nutritional needs. Complications with milk production and increased magnesium demand can make this imbalance even worse during lactation.

Grass, alfalfa, and cereal grains harvested for hay can all be low in magnesium. Getting a hay test with mineral analysis can easily show if this is an issue we need to worry about. If tests come back showing less than 0.15% magnesium, the hay is deficient. Other mineral interactions that can worsen tetany are low calcium (<0.40%) and high in potassium (>2.5%).

If your test comes back with issues, consider switching over to a high calcium and magnesium mineral. Most options use magnesium oxide, which is bitter tasting and can reduce animal consumption. Consider mixing with a protein or energy supplement or mixing with distillers grain or soybean meal to improve consumption if it’s not at target levels (for a 10-13% Magnesium mix, this is 4 oz. per head).

Another concern to keep an eye on is nitrates. Forages high in nitrate that were harvested for hay will not see a significant reduction in nitrate levels after curing. Any hay that we suspect being high in nitrate should be tested and if high, fed as a reduced portion of the diet to prevent an issue with toxicity.

Tetany and nitrates in the winter aren’t problems that often jumps right to a producer’s mind, but they can be a serious issue, especially when an animal’s diet is limited to what they are fed. Properly testing hay and adjusting mineral and diets to minimize risk can keep your winter hay worries at bay. ##### Mr. Johnson had a strange feeling: He was experiencing amnesia and deja vu at the same time.Whatever it was he’d just forgetten, he felt sure that he’d forgotten it before.

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Did your harvest go as planned with unexpected break downs & expensive service bills? We still have several affordable units to choose from.

2019 John Deere S790, 540 engine/371 separator, IF520 duals, Combine Advisor, Active Yield, 28.5-ft. unload auger, power folding tops, premium residue system, complete GPS, extended warranty 6/2022 or 750 hours. Stock #73398............................ $427,000 (14) 2019 John Deere S790, 473 separator hours, Pro Drive Transmission with Harvest Smart, advanced PowerCast tailboard, TriStream rotor, fixed speed feederhouse, power folding GT extensions, small wire concaves, 28.5 ft. auger, 1100/45R46 front tires, 710/60R30 rear tires, GPS monitor, display, and premium activation. Stock #72735......... ........................................... $405,000 (1)

#73376

2020 John Deere S780, 198 engine/151 separator hours, full GPS and warranty, premium cab, Advanced tailboard, Active Yield and Combine Advisor, TriStream rotor, powerfold grain tank, 28.5ft. unload auger, IF 520/85R42 duals and 750/65R26 tires. Stock #73376....... ......................................... $439,000 (14)

2014 John Deere S670, 2014 engine/1396 separator hours, ProDrive transmission, Contour Master, 800/70R38 drive tires, manual vane tailboard, manual grain tank extensions, complete GPS system.

Stock #72620...................$159,000 (11)

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2020 John Deere S780, 403/305 hours with full GPS, standard light with extremity, premium cab and radio, 26-ft. auger, power folding tops, premium residue system, CM feederhouse with fore/ aft, 520/85R42 duals and 750/65R26 rear. Stock #72783.......... $435,000 (14) 2020 John Deere S780, 473 HP, F520R42 duals, Active Yield, Combine Advisor, 28.8-ft. unloading auger, power folding tops, Contour Master with fore/aft (90mm cylinders), Premium Residue, small grain wind board. Stock #73399... ..........................................$455,000 (11) 2019 John Deere S780 combine, 473 HP, 693 engine/544 separator hours, chopper, 2WD, ProDrive transmission, PowerCast tailboard, TriStream rotor, Contour Master variable speed feederhouse, powerfold grain tank extensions, small grain concaves, 28.5 ft. auger, 520/85R42 front and 750/65R26 rear.

Stock #78384.................. $375,000 (12) 2001 John Deere 9650W Walker combine with 2WD, level land, single 30.5-32 turf tire, yield monitor, chopper/spreader, 20-ft. auger, 3795 engine hours, 2935 separator hours. Stock #75099.............. ............................................. $55,000 (1)

2018 John Deere S780, 1167 engine/824 separator, Combine Advisor, Active Yield, TriStream rotor, powerfold grain tank, 28.5-ft. unload auger, Advanced PowerCast tailboard, 1100/45R46 fronts, 710/60R30 rears, complete GPS system. Stock #72742......$322,500 (13) 2017 John Deere S680, Premium cab with leather, Contour Master, fore and aft adjust, 2630 with AutoTrac activation, 3000 receiver, TriStream rotor, 26-ft. unloading auger, power folding tops, fine cut chopper, 792 engine hours, 583 separator hours. Stock #69030....$330,000 (3) 2012 John Deere S670, 3 speed tranmission, HD tilt cylinder with high torque fixed speed drive, extended wear TriStream rotor, 26-ft. unload auger, full grain tank sensor, chopper with manual tailboard, 800/70R38 with 4” spacer, sidehill kit, AutoTrac ready, 2630 display on the Armrest. Stock #78836................ ........................................... $135,000 (3) 2005 Case IH 2388, 4668/3463 hours, internal chopper, rock trap, 30.5L-32 tires 80%, no rear weights, has 3rd feederhouse cylinder, NO GPS. Stock #77379. ........................................... $43,500 (14)

#76897

2017 John Deere S680, 970 engine/655 separator, Contour Master, IF520/85R42 duals, 750/65R26 rear tires, PowerCast tailboard, powerfold grain tank, 26-ft. unload auger, TriStream rotor, complete GPS system, extended warranty 10/2022 or 1500 hours. Stock #76897... $305,000 (14) 2014 John Deere S680. 2WD. Contour Master, fixed speed feederhouse, no FH tilt, 80mm FH cylinders, Premium residue, power folding tank, 26-ft. auger, Active Yield scales, Premium cab/radio, 900/60R32 front & 750/65R26 rear tires, TriStream rotor - regular wear, 2630 display, 3000 receiver, AutoTrac activation.

Stock #76892.................. $199,000 (15)

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2016 Case IH 8240, 1188 engine/817 separator hours, IF520/85R42 dual drive tires, VF600/70R28 rear tires, 26-ft. unload auger, lateral tilt feederhouse, HID lighting, hydraulic fold grain tank and cover. Stock #71960........ $235,000 (14)

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2015 John Deere 1890, 60-ft., 7.5” spacing, single shoot, All Run Blockage, solid gauge wheels, 430 bushel tow behind cart, 3-tank, 8 run, hydraulic drive (section command) conveyor. Stock #77521.......... $195,000 (1) 2015 John Deere 1890, 60-ft., 10” spacing, single shoot, All Run Blockage, solid narrow gauge wheels, 430 bushel tow between 1910 hydraulic drive cart, 12” conveyor, 2 black rollers, 1 green roller, 710/70R38 tires, 33,169 acres. Stock #72590................ .............................................. $182,500 (14) 2012 John Deere 1890, 60-ft., 7.5” spacing, narrow spoked gauge wheels, John Deere All Run Blockage, flotation tires, 430 tow behind cart, mechanical drive, variable rate, SS tank, 10” auger with hopper extension, black and 2 green meters, front duals 16.5L-16.1 tires, 30.5L-32R2 rear. Stock #77024.................................. $175,000 (14) 2012 John Deere 1890, 60-ft., 10” spacing, Deere All Run Blockage, single shoot, mechanical drive, 430 bushel tow between cart, firming wheel, narrow solid gauge wheels, 12” conveyor. Stock #75416........... .............................................. $145,000 (12)

#78618

2012 John Deere 1890 60-ft., 7.5” spacing, single shoot, 90 Series openers, primary blockage, 430 bushel 1910 tow between cart, SNA01910T735283. Stock #78618...... ................................................ $171,500 (1) 2011 John Deere 1895, 42-ft., 10” spacing, double shoot with dry fertilizer delivery tube, steel gauge wheel, cast fertilizer closing wheel, tow between cart, All Run Blockage, warning system for seed only, dual 31x13.5-15 high flotation tires, 430 bushel tow between 3-tank cart. Stock #78483....... .............................................. $107,500 (11)

#77036

2020 John Deere 9520RX, 520 HP, with premium cab, premium lights, 30” 3500 Series tracks on 87” spacing, PTO, 18x6 PowerShift transmission, 5 remotes (58 GPM pump), 4600 display with premium activation, greasable steering pins. Stock #77036................................. $515,000 (1) 1996 John Deere 8870, 4WD, 370 hp, Synchro transmission, Trimble Guidance, 3 hydraulics, 24.5-32 tires with duals (30%).

Stock #75407....................... $45,000 (12) 1978 Steiger Cougar III ST270, 270 hp, Cat 10.5L engine, 4WD, 10/2 Synchro transmission, 29 GPM hydraulic pump, 4 SCVs, heat/air, no 3-point, 23.1-34 duals - 90% tires. No PTO. Stock #79673..$24,000 (16) 1989 Case IH 9170, 335 hp, 4WD, 12 speed power shift, duals, guidance ready, LED lights, 8950 hours. Stock #77524............... ................................................ $33,500 (1) 1981 John Deere 8640, 275 hp, 16F8R Quad Range transmission, large 1000 PTO, 3 SCVs, duals, Case drain, has 3-point rockshaft but no arms, differential lock. Stock #78954............... $28,500 (11) 1980 Versatile 855, 250 hp, 4WD, 20.8R38 duals, 4 remotes, 12 speed transmission, Case drain for air drill. Stock #79342........ ............................................. $12,000 (12) 2018 John Deere 6145R, MFWD, Premium cab, AQ 20 speed transmission, 640R loader and grapple, AutoTrac ready, 4100 display no receiver or activations, 540/1000 PTO, 3 rear remotes, 480/80R42 rear, 380/85R30 front, Cold Start II. Stock #78254......... $149,000 (14)

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2015 John Deere 6170M, 170 hp, deluxe cab, MFWD, PowrQuad Plus 20F/20R transmission with reverser, dual speed PTO, Cat 2/3N 3-point hitch, 3 SCVs, single 520/85R-42 rear tires (new), and 420/85R-30 front tires (new), and rear weights. Has JD H360 loader with bucket and grapple. Stock #79763...$92,000 (12) 2013 John Deere 7280R, 280 hp, cab, IVT, MFWD, triple link suspension, 3-point hitch, dual speed PTO, 5 SCVs, 59 gallon pump, AMS-display receiver, 710/785R42 single rear tires. Stock #77520.................. ........................................... $145,000 (15)

#79432

2017 Case IH Puma 185, 185 hp, cab, MFWD, PowerShift, guidance ready, receiver, display, 540/1000 PTO, 3-point hitch, single tires - 520/85R-42 rear, front fenders, 4 SCVs, loader with bucket/grapple and electronic joystick. Stock #79432............................... $142,500 (12) 2016 Case IH Puma 165, 165 hp, CVT transmission deluxe cab with suspension, AFS Pro 700 display, PTO, 3-point, 3 SCVs, rear fenders, 520/85R-42 and 420/85R-30 tires, L765 loader with bucket and grapple, 6 rear weights. Stock #79513................................. $102,500 (3) 2011 Challenger MT765C tractor with 25” tracks, 5 hydraulics, Auto Guidance ready, 3-point with Quik coupler, deluxe cab with standard controls, power shift transmission, 20 front weights. Stock #78996........ ............................................. $119,500 (1) 2007 John Deere 8430T PowerShift transmission, 25” tracks, wide spacing, 42 gpm hydraulic pump, 4 SCVs, deluxe comfort cab, front and rear HID lights, 3-point, PTO, dual beam radar, 22 front weights, 5653 hours. Stock #73428... $93,000 (15)

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Several used John Deere and competitive spreaders & sprayers in stock! Variety of boom makes and widths available.

Several units are ready to roll with turnkey GPS! John Deere R4045, with 132-ft. carbon fiber booms, Exact Apply, full GPS system, warranty through 3/2022 or 2000 hours, auto solution control, VF 420/95R50 tires, eductor, boom air purge, LED lighting, premium radio, 5 sensor boom leveling. Stock #74435...................................$435,000 (4)

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2012 Massey-Ferguson 7624, Dyna-VT transmission, 4 SCVs, 540/1000 PTO, 3-point hitch, front axle suspension, cab suspension, dual 480/80R46 tires, Xenon work lights, deluxe air suspension seat, 4 rear weights self-level 988 loader with bucket and grapple. Stock #79681............ ............................................. $120,000 (1) 2002 New Holland TV140 bidirectional, MFWD, hydrostatic transmission, 540/1000 PTO both ends, 3-point, 2 SCVs on engine end, 3 SCVs on cab end, loader/grapple, 140 engine hp, 105 PTO hp. Stock #73382................. $54,000 (14) 2020 John Deere 8320R, 320 hp, IVT transmission, 6 SCVs, 85 GPM hydraulic pump, 4600 processor/Starfire receiver, front and rear weights, 3-point hitch with Quik coupler, 1000 PTO, 480/80R50 rear tires with duals, 420/85R34 front tires with duals. Stock #78854............. $339,000 (4) 2020 John Deere 8320R, 320 HP, MFWD, IVT transmission, ILS, Command View III cab, RH reverser, 85 GPM hydraulic pump, 1000 PTO, Cat III 4N 3-point with Quik coupler, front 420/85R34 tires with duals, rear 480/80R50 with duals, 6 SCVs, front and rear weights, 4600 monitor and 6000 receiver. Stock #75678......... ........................................... $320,000 (15) 2020 John Deere 8R340, 340 hp, row crop, IVT transmission, MFWD, ILS suspension, 85 GPM hydraulic pump, GPS monitor and receiver, ultimate cab package, 540/1000 PTO, 3-point hitch with Quik coupler, front and rear weights, 380/90R50 rear tires with duals, 380/85R38 rear tires. Stock #78852.......... ........................................... $379,000 (15)

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2006 John Deere 1820, 60-ft., 10” spacing, 4 rank, 5 section, John Deere 1910 tow behind 430 bushel cart, variable rate, 1” carbide openers, single shoot, 4” steel packers, 62,816 acres. Stock #76621................. .................................................. $43,500 (1) 2005 Bourgault 5710/3225, 42-ft. 7.5” spacing, SS, 1” points, narrow steel press wheels, no blockage, 225 bushel tow between cart, 50,000 acres. Stock #77435...... .................................................. $26,500 (1) 1992 Flexi-Coil 5000, 45-ft., 12” spacing, SS, steel press wheels, 1” points, 230 bushel tow between cart, no blockage. Stock #72828...................................... $14,250 (1) 1993 Flexi-Coil 2320, tow between, single shoot cart, 6 run, 7” auger. Stock #76030.... ..................................................... $9000 (1)

#79681

2015 Terragator TG400B spreader, 70-ft. boom, VIper Pro Display, float tires, micro bin, HID lights, Agco CVT tranmission, 365 hp engine. Stock #77001.....$117,500 (14) 2018 John Deere R4045, 132-ft. carbon fiber booms, ExactApply, front fill, auto solution control, 5 sensor boom leveling, 20” spacing, VF 420/95R50 tires, extended warranty 3/2022 or 2000 hours. Stock #74434..... . .............................................$425,000 (12) 2003 John Deere 4710, 90-ft. boom, 20” spacing, poly boom pipe, 800 gallon poly tank, 5 boom sections, 3 tip nozzle bodies, manual air ride, hydraulic tread adj., fenders, 420/80R46=20%, Trimble CFX750 w/Field IQ, ATU Style steering wheel kit.

Stock #77704.........................$54,000 (14) 2012 John Deere 4830 sprayer with stainless steel tank, 100-ft. boom, 20-inch nozzle spacing, eductor, traction control, RH and LH fence row nozzles, marker, 420/80R-46 tires. Stock #79572................. . ...............................................$150,000 (1)

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Case IH Patriot 4440, 120-ft. boom with Aim Command Pro, 620 float tires, 1200 gallon SS tank and plumbing, 372 receiver, Pro 700 display, navigation controller, Auto Boom height, front fill. Stock #73404......... . .............................................$247,500 (14) 2011 Case IH Patriot 4420, 120-ft. boom, 20” spacing, 1200 gallon SS tank, 650/65R38 tires, AIM Command, full GPS. Stock #71958...................................$104,000 (2) Melroe Spra-coupe 218, 60-ft. booms, 20 inch spacing, 200 gallon poly tank, foam marker, Raven controller. Stock #79731.... . ..................................................$7000 (11) 2012 Terragator TG8400 fertilizer spreader, 70-ft. boom, CVT transmission, single box, section control, electric roll tarp, Raven GPS, foam marker. Stock #79261.............. . ............................................. $110,000 (11)

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How are new varieties of plants registered and why?

American Society of Agronomy You may see a new variety of vegetable at the grocery store, for example an unusual new lettuce or apple. There are other important new varieties of crops that don’t show up on grocery shelves as fruits and vegetables. Food products like grains are usually used as ingredients in other foods, like crackers, cereal, and bread. What type of steps took for it to arrive in the produce section of your grocery?

The December 7th, 2021, Sustainable, Secure Food Blog explains the process, including plant registration.

According to blogger William Rooney, who used sorghum as an example of the breeding process, “the Texas A&M Agrilife Research Sorghum Improvement Program develops new sorghum inbred lines that are used to produce hybrids. New inbred lines can be licensed by commercial companies to produce and sell these hybrids. Lines from this program are release by Texas A&M Agrilife Research and then registered in the Journal of Plant Registrations.”

In the past year, the program has registered nine new inbred lines that possess unique quality characteristics that are rare in elite sorghum germplasm.

The first set of six pollinator lines (designated as Tx3483 to Tx3488) produce hybrids with good yield and they possess waxy endosperm. This trait is of interest to specialty markets like cereal processing and distilled spirits. This is because the waxy trait creates sorghum that can be processed faster and digested better than normal sorghum grains. So, these first new lines of sorghum we released focused on the waxy trait and are adapted to the Texas and Kansas growing environments.

The second registration details the development of two pollinator lines (Tx3489 and Tx3490) that can be used to produce grain sorghum hybrids with improved popping quality. Popped sorghum has increased in popularity and is now sold commercially of home popping, as popped snack food and as an ingredient in other processed foods such as granola bars. These lines produced hybrids with similar agronomic performance and superior popping performance.

This research was published earlier in 2021 in Journal of Plant Registrations.

To learn more, read the entire blog: https://sustainablesecure-food-blog.com/2021/12/07/how-are-new-varietiesof-plants-registered-and-why/

Series about electric vehicle adoption in Montana

MSU News Service Montana State University Extension will present a free, three-part webinar series, “Electric Vehicle Adoption in Montana: Understanding Opportunities and Issues.” The series is intended to provide individuals, community leaders and planners with a better understanding of the impact of the use of electric vehicles in rural communities. The webinars will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on the following Fridays: January 28, March 4 and May 6.

The January 28 webinar will address private and public perceptions of electric vehicle use. It will feature Nick Shrauger, electric vehicle owner and retired MSU associate professor of electrical engineering; Larry Flynn, administrator from the Montana Department of Transportation; and Kyla Maki, energy resource professional from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality.

The March 4 webinar will address how electric vehicle adoption in rural areas will impact transportation funding.

The session will feature rural electric vehicle issues expert Maureen Bock from the Oregon Department of Transportation. In addition, other rural issue perspectives will be presented by David Kack, executive director of MSU’s Western Transportation Institute, and Toni Henneman, analyst from the Montana Legislative Interim Transportation Committee.

The May 6 webinar will address how electric vehicle use in rural areas will impact the supply of electricity. Insight on supply concerns will be presented by Dan Rausch with Northwestern Energy; a representative of the Montana Electric Cooperative Association; and Neal Ullman, energy resource professional with the Montana Department of Environmental Quality.

To attend and see a detailed schedule, visit https://www. montana.edu/extensionecon/electricvehicles/

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February 22nd will be...

Cook a Sweet Potato Day

The deadline for advertising in the February 2022 issue of the Trader's Dispatch will be February 2nd. Phone (406) 271-5533.

As sweet potatoes are one of the most important crops in the world, it only makes sense that Cook a Sweet Potato Day has arisen over the ages. Sweet potatoes are delicious and chock-full of all sorts of vitamins and minerals your body needs to stay healthy.

History of Cook a Sweet Potato Day No official origin of Sweet Potato Day itself can be found, however it is likely that various cultures have honored this food for centuries. In fact, the sweet potato has been cultivated and enjoyed for thousands of years, as the origin and domestication of the sweet potato are estimated to have happened at least 5000 years ago.

When digging up the remains of an ancient Peruvian culture, researchers found remnants of sweet potatoes that may date back as far as 8000 B.C. When introduced to Europe in the 16th century, the sweet potato was automatically declared a delicacy and was very expensive, which was especially strange seeing as how it had taken the English 200 (!) years to start treating Irish potatoes like real food.

Till this day, sweet potatoes are a staple in countries such as Uganda and Rwanda, and they are also very popular in most Asian countries, from Japan to Vietnam to India.

How to celebrate Cook a Sweet Potato Day As with other food-related events, part of the fun of this day is that we can cook a sweet potato however we see fit.

Whether it is boiled, steamed, fried or prepared with other delectable dishes, the sweet potato is both healthy and tasty.

Sweet potatoes can be used in salads, pies and soups. They can be used as a side dish or serve as the main course when made into a casserole. They can be combined with flour, yeast and several other ingredients to be made into rolls, or they can be combined with eggs, sugar and spices like cinnamon to make a delicious pie. There are even recipes for sweet potato quesadillas, sweet potato pudding and sweet potato chip dip to be found.

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New look at invasive weed, leafy spurge

By Jeremiah Vardiman, University of Wyoming Extension Educator A recent University of Wyoming (UW) study indicates there is no synergistic effect between grazing and chemical leafy spurge control.

Most leafy spurge research focuses on upland and arid systems. The study investigated control options for the wet and seasonally flooded areas of the Yampa River, Colorado.

Wyoming producers are too familiar with difficult-tocontrol leafy spurge. Leafy spurge has severely impacted rangeland ecosystems in the Western United States. It is an aggressive and invasive perennial species that produces from both seed and vegetatively, which allows it to spread rapidly, displacing native vegetation and establishing monoculture communities.

Control is challenging with limited long-term results, especially since control options provide variable results and are limited in wet or seasonally flooded areas. Chemical control options are limited because the most effective chemicals cannot be applied near water, while the effectiveness of products that can be applied near the water is less known.

Establishment and impact of biological control agents on leafy spurge is variable. The local environment and conditions play a role in establishing these control agents, which takes time.

A recent study from the UW plant sciences department explored how targeted grazing, herbicide applications, or combining these two control efforts affected leafy spurge seed production and cover within the flood plain of the Yampa Valley in Colorado.

Half of the plots were grazed by sheep in the spring, while the other half were not. Then, late-season herbicide applications were applied two months after grazing to both grazed and un-grazed sites. Herbicide applications were four different treatments including the active ingredients quinclorac, aminopyralid, imazapic, and aminopyralid+florpyrauxifenbenzyl.

Results indicated a one-time intensive grazing with sheep affects leafy spurge’s vigor by reducing seed production within the treatment year; however, the following year leafy spurge will respond to that stress by increasing seed production even though there was a decrease in leaf spurge cover.

In a management perspective, the increase in seed production is counterproductive even though there is positive reduction in cover.

Opposite to grazing, herbicides did not have an impact on seed production within the treatment year because the late-season application occurs after seed maturity. There is a clear reduction in seed production one year after treatment.

Alone, herbicide treatments do reduce leafy spurge populations, especially quinclorac or aminopyralid + florpyrauxifen-benzyl.

The study found no interaction between grazing and herbicide treatments. This is possibly due to the plants responding to the grazing stress by increasing aboveground biomass, which also pushes seed production. The study also found the native plant community was not affected by any of the treatments (grazing, herbicides, or combination).

Results indicated herbicide applications over multiple seasons is the most logical approach to managing leafy spurge along the Yampa River in Colorado. In particular, control of leafy spurge by targeted grazing is not economically effective, especially if the populations are small, not contiguous, and where access is difficult.

As for control of leafy spurge in Wyoming, this study supports the literature recommendations for best control options. Utilizing rotational or continued season grazing within the same location provides the best results than a single grazing event.

The only successful grazing control of leafy spurge was achieved by a continuous grazing system for four consecutive seasons or utilizing multiple season applications of labeled herbicides. Even though there is no synergistic effect between grazing and herbicide, both control measurements should be incorporated when feasible.

Leafy spurge is a very challenging weed to control and takes multiple years to gain significant progress. For management support of leafy spurge, contact your local weed and pest control district office or your county UW Extension office. ##### The United States Department of Agriculture says the official definition of a sandwich is: “at least 35 percent cooked meat and no more than 50 percent bread”.

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New UM program fast tracks future Montana pharmacists

UM News Service anatomy and physiology and calculus.

University of Montana (UM) first-year “We all study a lot.” Flores said, adding student Tori Matteson can’t point to a spethat support they get from fellow students cific event that piqued her interest in becomin the program helps make the rigorous ing a pharmacist – there aren’t any in her course work easier, as does time spent with family – but her curiosity about medicine pharmacy students and faculty. started early in her high school years grow“We’re definitely not alone,” said Matteing up in Butte. son, adding that she’s become close friends When it came time to enroll in college, with all of the students in the program. she looked at a few pharmacy schools in Rachael Zins, UM’s pre-pharmacy coCalifornia and Idaho, but in the end, it was ordinator and a UM pharmacy graduate “UM all the way,” she said. herself, said many budding pharmacy stuBesides the proximity to home, Matteson dents, particularly those from small towns, said an invitation to participate in the inaupoint to their hometown pharmacists as role gural class of a new UM program designed models. Zins and other pharmacy faculty to fast--track pharmacy students was too encourage students to explore the diversity good to pass up. of pharmacy fields including home care, The GrizRx Assurance Program offers a veterinary and oncology. direct path to qualified freshmen interested “The pandemic also has shown the imin pursuing the UM Doctor of Pharmacy portant roles pharmacists can play in public degree. Students accepted to the program health crises,” Zins said. are enrolled in a focused two-year preFrom this inaugural class, the school pharmacy curriculum, are provided conplans to more than double the GrizRx Ascentrated mentorship by pharmacy faculty, surance Program to 20 students, she added, opportunities to conduct research and have and is actively recruiting across the region. a reserved seat in their incoming first-year Matteson and Flores know being a part of pharmacy class. Each student receives a the first class will make them role models $1,000 scholarship annually. for students that follow. Although it will “Many times, we have found that stube six years of tough study and work, both dents interested in becoming pharmacists are already looking forward to their ultidon’t take the correct course prerequisites mate field of practice. Matteson said she for the UM Doctor of Pharmacy program is leaning now toward hospital-orientated or think they need to complete a degree pharmacy. Flores said practicing as a travbefore applying to the program,” said Proeling pharmacist in the state would be an fessor Marketa Marvanova, dean of UM’s interesting option.

Skaggs School of Pharmacy. “This costs “I like to be home with family,” she said. them money and more importantly time.

UM’s Skaggs School of Pharmacy ofWe designed this program to provide a difers one of the most affordable PharmD rect path from high school to the pharmacy programs in the U.S. with one of the lowprogram for students who are interested in est debt-to-income ratios. It is a studentbecoming pharmacists.” centered program with small classes, low The seven students – all women – in attrition and high on-time graduation rates. the first GrizRx Assurance Program class Upon graduation, 95% or more students are which started fall 2021 come from towns employed and more than 70% of its students across Montana including Polson, Chinook, go on to practice in Montana.

Billings and Dillon, and one just across the Montana line in Williston, North Dakota.

To be considered for a reserved seat during their two years of initial study, students in the GrizRx Assurance Program, must complete all pharmacy pre-requisite classes.

For successful admission to the Doctor of Pharmacy program, they must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 and log 20 or more hours of observation (preferably in a pharmacy) among other requirements.

First-year student Ecy Flores, from Sidney, said this initial semester required a stiff load of courses, including chemistry,

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Pictured L to R: Marc King Coach, Jake Stene, Mollie Ruth, RaeAnna King, Morgan Anderson and Jess Moody Assistant Coach

The first week of January found eight young people from Big Timber traveling over 1622 miles to practice and compete in the National Western Livestock Judging Contest. This is a contest that the members can only judge at once during their 4-H or FFA careers. It is a tough contest that consists of twelve classes of livestock that they must place and then give six sets of oral reasons. The youth worked out at Reisig Angus in Hardin, Montana, Magnum Feeders in Wiggins, Colorado, Dan Kendrick Show Lambs in Brush, Colorado and Mitch Kendrick Family Show Lambs in Otis, Colorado. The members judged on Friday, January 7th. They were loaded on buses at 6:30 am and traveled to the National Western grounds where the placed all twelve classes. They were then loaded back on the buses and transported back to the contest hotel and placed in rows in the ballrooms to practice reasons. Reasons began at 1:00 pm and the members gave reasons until 5:00 pm. The officials gave the placings of the classes after the reasons session and the kids were finally finished at 7:00pm. Awards were announced at the awards breakfast on Saturday morning.

In the 4-H division there were 20 teams.

Jake Stene, Morgan Anderson, Mollie Ruth, and RaeAnna King placed first in goats, fourth in beef, sixth in sheep, seventh in swine, eighth in reasons and fifth overall.

Individually, Jake Stene finished thirteenth in cattle, fourteenth in goats, thirteenth in sheep, and tenth overall. Mollie was eighth in swine, twenty third in goats, and fourteenth overall. RaeAnna placed fourth in goats, sixteenth in sheep, and twenty eighth in reasons. Morgan finished twenty fifth in cattle, and twenty fifth in reasons.

The FFA team of Coulter Rein, Josh Stene, Rylee Swartz, and David Paul Hathaway had a decent day overall. The team competed against some tough teams from 13 other states for a total of 14 states represented. In the end they placed 12th overall, 13th in reasons and goats, 10th in beef, eleventh in sheep and ninth in swine.

Individually, Josh Stene placed twenty fifth in swine with Coulter Rein right behind him in twenty sixth. David Paul Hathaway finished twentieth in cattle.

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Tabitha Vermulm with her 1295 lb blue ribbon steer at the 2021 Marias Fair held in Shelby, Montana. I&T Transfer purchased Tabitha’s steer.

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Forage outlook

Daren Redfearn, Nebraska Extension Pasture & Forage Forum Looking back at last year’s forage management and production can help us learn what to improve to make it better this year. Stick around and I’ll give you some ideas to consider.

Some of you may have planted a winter annual forage to graze this spring. If so, manage grazing so there is not the temptation to begin grazing perennial grass pastures too early this spring. This will help give them some additional rest and early forage production. You might also consider frostseeding legumes, such as red clover, in February through mid-March to boost the yield and improve the quality without adding additional nitrogen fertilizer.

When did your pastures run out? Was it mid-summer? late-summer? or fall? Remember that you have plenty of annual forage options to fill any gaps –there are few common ones that can be very productive. Forages like sudangrass and pearl millet can be planted from June until September and used to fill summer and fall forage gaps. Oats and turnip mixtures can be planted as early as mid-August and used to fill late-fall forage gaps.

Plant and use these annual forages when your other pastures have slow growth and are stressed so you have plenty of grazing for your cattle. Your regular pastures will bounce back quicker as well.

Several of you may have taken an extra cutting of alfalfa late in the fall because of excellent September and October growth. That hay was high quality, so it should be sold for a premium price or used for special feeding situations. This coming spring, though, it may start to grow a little slower.

If so, let it begin to bloom before cutting.

We all can do better this year than we did last year. One of the best ways to accomplish this is to look back to learn what we hope to do better in the future. ##### I don’t like people who have never fallen or stumbled.

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UW reclamation resource scientist receives lifetime teaching honor

University of Wyoming Extension A professor whose teaching and research restoration and reclamation from drastifocus on reclamation issues has been noted cally disturbed mined lands, burned sites soils invaded by unwanted plants, oil and as having state and international signifigas pad restoration as well as work in crop cance has received a lifetime teaching honor agriculture, said Williams. from the College of Agriculture and Natural The last 10 years Stahl has also engaged Resources at the University of Wyoming in research in Nepal, especially with forest (UW). restoration.

Pete Stahl received the Andrew Vanvig College of Agriculture Natural Resources Lifetime Distinguished Faculty Achievedean Barb Rasco commended Stahl for his ment Award in December. The award honors long-time work in reclamation in the state, a senior faculty member with at least 15 region and world. years of service in the college.

“Pete’s work has had international impact Nominator and retired professor and through his leadership in programs across former department head Steve Williams central and eastern Europe, Mongolia and said universities usually have some faculty members who emphasize their own achieveNepal,” she said. “His engagement with Nepalese scholars across campus and at ments and seek recognition.

Tribhuvan University in Katmandu has “There are others who seem somewhat done much to improve the environment and under the radar but performing in magnifiquality of life in that mountainous region of cent fashion, generating highly applicable the world.” and useful products and not seeking recogStahl was named WRRC director in 2009. nition,” said Williams. “Peter Stahl is one Housed in the Department of Ecosystem who is of this second type.”

Stahl retired this year as director of the Science and Management, the center’s focus is on energy and natural resource developWyoming Reclamation and Restoration ment activities.

Center (WRRC) in the college. He joined Norton noted Stahl’s efforts to ensure the university as a temporary assistant proscience-based restoration had a place at fessor of soil ecology in 1995 and became the table as the energy industry and the full professor in 2009 in the Department of UW School of Energy Resources negotiEcosystem Science and Management.

Stahl received his bachelor’s degree in ated with state and federal agencies on how plant pathology from Oklahoma State Unito protect, restore and mitigate valuable sagebrush-steppe grasslands for threatened versity and his master’s and Ph.D. in botany sage-grouse and many other endemic wildfrom UW. He conducted postdoctoral work life species. at the National Science Foundation Center Stahl’s work, and the work of the WRRC, for Microbial Ecology and the Long Term has been critical to the sustainability of Ecology Research Site in Agricultural Ecolmuch of Wyoming’s energy industry, but ogy at Michigan State University, and at the National Soil Tilth Laboratory in Ames, also the preservation and sustainability of Iowa. wildlife, said Frank Galey, former agriculture college dean, now vice president and Jay Norton, a professor of soil sciences provost at Utah State University. and UW Extension soils specialist, first met He also noted Stahl’s engaging underStahl at the tilth laboratory while working graduate and graduate students, stretching on his master’s degree. them and helping them to understand and Stahl was a member of a group of scienbecome leaders in the field themselves. tists forging the foundations of what would later become the current soil health moveCaley Gasch, an assistant professor of ment by developing methods for defining soil health research at North Dakota State University, is one of those former students. and quantifying soil quality, said Norton.

Stahl clearly has an enthusiasm for the biHis later use of microbial phosolipid fatty ological world below ground but recognizes acid analysis to identify and quantify soil the importance of framing that knowledge organism functional groups, “Had a massive in a way that is relevant to other disciplines, influence on understanding how drastic soil land management and agriculture, she said. disturbance (such as strip mining) impacts soil ecology and how soil organisms support “He instilled this perspective in me, ecosystem recovery,” said Norton. as well as many other mentees, who now work in the balance of pursing basic, novel He encountered Stahl again when workscientific questions while placing that work ing on his Ph.D. on soils at the Zuni Indian into a larger applied context,” said Gasch.

Reservation in New Mexico. Williams was Norton noted Stahl’s influence on his a co-principal investigator on the grant and peers. had assigned his post-doctoral student – “His generosity about providing opportuStahl – to implement much of the sampling. nities for younger faculty members through “Pete was a joy to work with on the Zuni his connections with funders of reclamation Reservation,” said Norton. “His love of field and restoration work, and enthusiastically work and zest for different cultural experisharing knowledge about basic microbial ences and storytelling caused him to really ecology, laboratory methods, teaching suchit it off with our Zuni farmer collaborators cess and even the best ski slopes and fishing in ways that enriched the experience for all holes, has enhanced my success at UW and of us.” my love for Wyoming, as well as that of Stahl later encouraged Norton to apply many of my colleagues,” said Norton. for the fertility specialist position at UW. Stahl’s work the last 20 years has covered

Inventoring forage supply

By Todd Whitney, University of Nebraska, Lincoln Ground Hog Day traditionally pegs our midway point through winter, so now may be a good time to inventory your remaining hay and forage.

Our mostly drier winter conditions have likely stretched your corn stalks and crop residues. Still the question remains: Will you have enough hay and forage to last the remainder of winter?

When making your feed decisions, consider using ‘best’ and ‘worst’ case scenarios. Focus on completing a thorough inventory, accounting for all feed resources such as counting all bales available and calculate remaining silage. Estimate remaining forage grazing and assign economic values.

Compare what feed resources you have versus your herd needs. For example, each 1,200 pounds lactating cow may consume 32 pounds of forage per day, so an average 200 cow herds may need 3.2 tons of hay per day… not accounting for waste.

Focus on making the best use of your feed resources.

Would it be financially wise to sell your excess higher quality forage and feed the rest? If mild winter conditions continue, selling extra forage could generate more cashflow toward paying taxes, land payments or other crop input costs.

If your cows are thin, consider the opposite; sell your lower quality forage and feed your higher quality.

Cows with lower condition scores need more protein and energy to keep from dropping body condition and maintaining their milk production.

Remember you can’t effectively manage; what you do not measure. If you need assistance, Nebraska Extension educational resources are available online at CropWatch, BeefWatch and beef.unl.edu

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We Now Have

USED SPRAYERS

Bin Sweep Kits USED ROUND BALERS

New Holland BR7090 net and twine baler........ ......................................................... $17,900 New Holland BR780 net/twine baler.$9000 (L) New Holland 660 baler...........................$5900 Case IH RB564 mesh & twine baler.....$25,000 Vermeer 605XL baler. Stk #23475..........$7500 John Deere 568 net & twine baler.......$20,000 John Deere 567 net & twine baler.......$13,900 John Deere 566 mesh & twine baler.......$7500

Miller 3275 HT 120-ft. front boom sprayer, 1000 gallon, 4WD, Raven Smart Trax...... $54,000

USED SKID STEERS

JCB 84” snow thrower....................... $7000 (L) Bobcat LM bucket.....................................$850 Gradall telehandler forks, hydraulic angle........ ..............................................................$900

USED MISCELLANEOUS

Big Jim BJ740 post pounder................. $9900 Canola Roller 34371 adapter................ $1500 H&S BF 12HC 12-wheel rake...........$8900 (L) H&S BF 12 HC rake............................... $6500 New Holland 216 rake........................... $4900 Spear with 4-ft. & 2 1-ft., fits Westendorf quick attach................................................... $500

USED COMBINES

New Holland TR98 combine...................$9900 Case 1680 combine with 30-ft. 962 header....... .........................................................$15,000 Massey Ferguson 8570 with 30-ft. header....... .........................................................$15,000

BALE PROCESSORS

John Deere 560 round baler................$48,000 John Deere 535 twine baler....................$4900 Hesston 956A round baler...................$12,000

SQUARE BALER

Massey Ferguson 2190 4x4 baler.......$34,900

USED SWATHERS MacDon 9352i swather with 16-ft. 922 header. ............................................................... Call MacDon 9352i with 14-ft. 922 header........ Call MacDon 7000 swather with 16-ft. header......... .........................................................$14,500

Vermeer BP8000 processor.................$17,000 Vermeer BB256 3-pt. processor.............$5000 Haybuster 256 3-pt. processor...............$5000

USED AIR DRILLS

USED HEADERS

MacDon FD75D 45-ft. header..............$79,650 MacDon B5927 45-ft. pea auger header.... Call MacDon D65D 40-ft. header................$39,500 MacDon 960 30-ft. triple swath header...... Call MacDon 960 30-ft. header......................... Call New Holland 994 30-ft. draper header comes with TV-14 adapter..............................$9900

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CONSIGNMENTS

Flexi-Coil 820 54-ft. plow with harrow..$52,350 Melroe 501 plow with Valmar..................$6500 Gysler 46-ft. plow and rotary harrow....$10,950 Versatile 895 tractor....................... $29,650 (L) Versatile 800 tractor.............................$12,000 Case IH 2188 combine with 30-ft. header & 15-ft. pickup header...................................$25,000 Massey-Ferguson 850 combine with 24-ft. header, air reel....................................$4500 New Holland TR97 combine, 36-ft. Honeybee header, 13-ft. pickup with Swathmaster pickup attachment............................$42,500 International 1660 combine. #13168..$12,000 John Deere 8820 combine..................$18,000 Brandt drive over transfer auger..........$12,000 New Holland 1112 swather..................$18,000

Agco 7650 Spra Coupe full run Raven monitor, mechanical rear drive, front hydraulic assist, 90-ft. boom, hydraulic extend axle..$63,900 Melroe 216 Spra Coupe......................... $8000

Hesston 4900 square baler with accumulator... .........................................................$15,000 Hesston 856A baler................................$7000 International 440 small square baler......$3500 Gehl RB1870 round baler.......................$3500 New Holland 590 parts baler..................... Call Versatile SX275 sprayer....................$127,000 Bourgault 950 sprayer, 100-ft. boom, 1000 gallon tank...........................................$8000 New Holland SF115 sprayer................$17,800 Flexi-Coil 2320 & 5000 air drill............$20,000 John Deere 9450 40-ft. x 12” drills with end transport............................................. $5500 John Deere 9350 drills, 26-ft., 7” spacing with transport and grass seeder on 2 outside drills.................................................... $5000

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New Holland HW325 swather..............$52,000 New Holland 1475 hydroswing............$15,000 John Deere 946 pull type swather.......$24,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 air drill with 3450 tank..$39,500

USED AUGERS

Farm King 13x70 auger............................. Call

USED TRACTOR

Versatile 700 parting out, engine and some tires gone.

Call us for all your equipment needs!

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HEADERS FOR SALE

2014 MacDon D65D, factory transport, 40-ft., double knife, two new knifes included with header, weight box, fits MacDon and John Deere swathers.....$38,500

2010 John Deere 630D, transport with lights, hydraulic head tilt, hydraulic fore/aft, pea auger, auxiliary lighting..........................$22,800

2014 Honey Bee 4040 40-ft. draper header, transport, double knife drive, single point hydraulic hookup, pea auger, universal adaptor, hydraulic fore/aft...............................................$39,500

2014 John Deere 635D hydra float, stubble lights, hydraulic header tilt, poly skids, factory transport, dual drive knife, transport lights, hydraulic fore/aft. Nice clean header..............$32,500

2013 New Holland HB36 draper header, 36ft. cut, will fit 80 series New Holland swathers, low acres...........................................$18,500

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Parting Out

• Case CX 240 • Deere 690E • Deere 650G • Deere 648 GII 28L • Cat 922B • Deere 892E • Dresser TD8E • International 540 • 2003 Deere 160CLC • Cat 312B • Cat 320B LL • Cat 518C ATTACHMENTS

Compaction • Hydraulic Breaker • Buckets John Deere 4000 Series H, winch, includes all controls for each, mounting plate, drive shaft.......................... $14,000

BACKHOES

Cat 420D, front QC with auxiliary hyd, rear QC, OROPS, pilot controls, extend-a-hoe, tires at 90%, 8558 hours. Good condition............................................................... $39,900 New Holland LB75B, 4x4, extend-a-hoe, low hours, ex-city machine...................................................................... Call

CRAWLERS

2006 Deere 450J, new undercarriage, ripper, 6-way blade, open ROPS, 3103 hours. Could replace ripper with winch. ............................................................................... $49,000 1994 John Deere 450G, OROPS with sweeps/rear and side cages, 6-way blade, winch mounted on the back, 9000 hours. Good running machine.............................. $39,000 2006 Komatsu D61 PX-15, 6-way blade, 5888 hours...$60,000

EXCAVATORS

1989 Cat EL 200B............................................................ Call 2004 Cat 308CR............................................................... Call Deere 160G...................................................................... Call 2002 Deere 200CLC, 48” bucket, 7900 hours........... $49,000 2004 Deere 200CLC, JUST IN......................................... Call 2004 Deere 225................................................................ Call 2012 Deere 225D LC, 36” dig bucket, 8731 hours..... $77,900 Hitachi ZX75G................................................................. Call 2000 Hitachi ZX120, wedge coupler, dual link hyd thumb, 50% undercarriage, 8800 hours................................... $62,500 2011 Hitachi ZX200LC-3, newer rails and sprockets, hyd thumb, nice factory cab, guard, wedge coupler, 42” bucket, 11,000 hours. Fully serviced and work ready and set up the way you want.................................................. $61,500

FORESTRY

Cat 320B LL log loader. For parts.................................... Call Clark Ranger 668, runs well, hole in radiator, 6V53 Detroit engine...................................................................... $7500 Deere 690E log loader............................................ For parts John Deere 740 skidder, good tires, swing boom grappler.

Good older skidder, will go to work..............Call for Price Timberjack 2520 feller/buncher, parts machine.............. Call Towtem clam bucket.................................................. $31,500 2003 Valumet 890 forwarder, good working condition..... Call Several slide booms for parts available

2012 Hitachi ZX135-3, cab, AC, heat, 80% undercarriage, hyd thumb, front blade, auxiliary hyd to the end of stick, pin grabber, hyd QC, 8190 hours............................... Call

GRADERS

Cat 12G grader, 14-ft. moldboard, v-plow, rear weight, block heater, analog display, 10,125 hours.................... $32,500 2010 Deere 770GP, new cutting edges, good tires, operates well, 14-ft. moldboards, 10,000 hours.................. $92,000

LOADERS

2010 Case 321E, cab, air, heat, QC, forks, bucket, 2900 hours..................................................................... $49,000 Cat IT28B, forks, bucket, 3rd valve, good tires. Bad engine... .............................................................................. $16,500 1994 Cat IT28F, runs and operates. Does not shift properly.. .............................................................................. $17,900 Deere 210LE skip loader, 4x4, hyd box blade............ $29,000 1999 Deere 544H loader, 3 yard bucket, straight loader, good matched tires, 12,500 hours................................. $49,900 Deere 624H loader........................................................... Call

MISCELLANEOUS

2011 Skyjack VR1056D, outriggers, mono lever, open ROPS, 10,000 lb lift capacity, 56-ft. reach, 3000 hours.... $64,900 Tennant 830-II sweeper, ex-county owned, 5600 miles.......... .............................................................................. $29,000

SKIDSTEERS

2013 Bobcat T550, tracks, foot controls, 2600 hrs. Attachements available..................................................... $29,000 2014 Cat 299D, tracks, cab, pilot controls, 2 speed, high flow, 4500 hours............................................................ $45,900 Gehl CTL60...................................................................... Call

TRACTORS

John Deere 4010 tractor, hyd front blade, hyd angle snow wing, PTO, 2 hyd remotes, lights, plug in block and oil heaters, new rear tires, studded chains, good front tires, studded chains...................................................................... $9000

TRUCKS

Advance cement truck............................................... $10,000 International vacuum truck.............................................. Call

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Melting glaciers may produce new salmon habitat

UM News Service For decades, climate change has had detrimental impacts on Pacific salmon populations. Spawning streams are overheating and droughts are drying up salmon habitats entirely, impacting many food webs from the Rocky Mountains and Coast Ranges to the Pacific Ocean.

But in a new study involving researchers from the University of Montana’s Flathead Lake Biological Station, scientists discovered warming trends may offer one silver lining, if only for a while: The retreat of glaciers in the Pacific mountains of western North America potentially could produce more than 6,000 kilometers of new Pacific salmon habitat by the year 2100.

“Climate change alters the shape and dynamics of stream ecosystems,” said Diane Whited, an FLBS scientist whose role in the study focused on spatial modeling of potentially accessible stream habitat once glaciers have receded. “This information is crucial for managing the future of salmon habitat and productivity.”

The work was led by Simon Fraser University (SFU) and recently published in Nature Communications.

Researchers modeled glacial retreat under different climate change scenarios. To accomplish this, they used computer models to peel back the ice of 46,000 glaciers between southern British Columbia and south-central Alaska to look at how much potential salmon habitat would be created when the underlying bedrock is exposed and new streams flow over the landscape.

According to the team, desirable stream habitat for salmon is connected to the ocean, maintains low-gradient slope of 10% or less and has retreating glaciers at its headwaters. By the end of the study, the researchers found 315 of glaciers examined could fit those requirements.

Under a moderate climate scenario, the loss or reduction of those glaciers may reveal around 6,150 kilometers of potential new salmon habitat throughout the Pacific mountains of western North America by the year 2100 – a distance nearly equal to the length of the Mississippi River.

The researchers caution that while the newly created habitat may be a ray of light for salmon in some locations, overall climate change poses grave challenges for salmon populations. Additionally, if current warming trends continue, the newly emerging salmon habitats would eventually overheat and ultimately disappear the same way that current salmon habitats are today.

“On one hand, this amount of new salmon habitat will provide local opportunities for some salmon populations,” said SFU spatial analyst Kara Pitman, the lead author on the study. “On the other hand, climate change and other human impacts continue to threaten salmon survival via warming rivers, changes in stream flows and poor ocean conditions.”

The complete study is titled “Glacier retreat creating new Pacific salmon habitat in western North America” and is available online (https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467021-26897-2).

National Margarita Day

Date When Celebrated: Always February 22 National Margarita Day is today, smack dab in the middle of winter. Many people think of Margaritas as a summer cooler. A date in February was selected, as Margaritas can be enjoyed any time of the year. There’s all kinds of flavors, from strawberry and peach to mango and berry, and much more. Almost any fruit you can imagine can be used to make the perfect Mexican Margarita.

Margaritas are comprised of tequila, citrus or other fruits, and sugar. It is the most popular alcoholic beverage that uses Tequila. Margaritas are poured over ice, or can be put through a blender to make frozen margaritas.

Historically, Margaritas have been around since the 1930s and 1940s. The actual origin and creator is unknown. Frozen Margaritas came on the scene in the 1970s.

Todd McCalla, the creator of this day, started it to “celebrate Margaritas, plain and simple”.

So, lift your glass and celebrate National Margarita Day Saying of the Day: One tequila, two tequila, three tequila, floor.

Did You Know? Tequila is made from Agave plants, a succulent.

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Prime galvanized Super Steel Use for windbreaks, corrals, etc.

Bolt together fence brace kits | Brace rail with hardware $32 Complete brace $70 | Wire gate latches for 2-7/8 posts $19.50

POSTS 2-7/8” x 6-ft $17.50 2-7/8” x 8-ft $22 2-7/8” x 10-ft $26.50 5-in galvanized octagon 9’9” posts $32 Pipe posts can be cut to length.

GATES All gates are constructed with 12 & 14 ga 1.66” OD tubing 10-ft bow gates $360 12-ft bow gates $417 Corral gates - 6-bar 8-ft $180 10-ft $190 12-ft $210 Pipe Caps in 14-ft 230 various sizes 16-ft $250

Used guardrail 2-rail & 3-rail Plus, guardrail galvanized I-Beam Posts 9-ft $25

Fork Mount: $2,750 Center Mount: $3,400 Side Mount: $4,200

Steel Work Benches 8-ft $370

CALL US FOR ALL YOUR STEEL NEEDS! Pipe, Tubing (Round & Square) & Angle Iron 5” Galvanized octagon tubing (39-ft lengths)

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2”x27’ Ratchet Strap: $14

Lever Chain Binders 5/16-3/8”: $28.50

ATTACHMENTS

Portable Windbreaks $950

Diablo Metal & Wood Cutting Saw Blades

3/8” Grade 70 Transport Chain: 20’ @ $63

1.25” 14ga round tubing 1.66” 14ga round tubing

Surplus Angle Iron 2x2x.120 & 2x3x.250 20-ft lengths

Skidsteer Plates: $178 Bale Spears: $85

5/16” Grade 70 Transport Chain: 20’ @ $47

Used 2-7/8 pipe Semi load quantities of used 2-7/8 pipe available - Call for delivered prices!

Portable Panel Trailer: $2,800

Portable Panels All panels are constructed with 12 & 14ga 1.66” OD tubing 10-ft heavy portable panels, 12-ft standard portable panels (Will latch to Winkel panels)

New HDPE Pipe: 20” OD / 16” ID | 2” thick | 50-ft length

Buckhorn Centerflow Seed Boxes

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Cattle Guards Constructed with all new material.

Cattle guard kits with used pipe available

HeavyDuty Cable 1-3/8”

2.5-gal Water Fire Extinguishers: $120 Extinguisher Mount: $40

Heavy Duty Hay Feeders

Portable alleyway, tub, and headgate

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Feedbunks 20-ft x 38-in x 12-in (constructed with 10ga & heavy tube legs) other sizes & bottomless available

Rubber Tire Water Tanks

Stocking Heavy Equipment to 1/2-Ton Pickup Batteries

Skidsteer Light Material Buckets

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BATTERIES

BOLTS $3.75/lb Grade 5 & $5.70/lb Grade 8 | Metric bolt assortment with 72-hole bin $680 Pallet Forks

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Head Catch: $895 Free Standing Panels

Box Scraper Calf Shelters 8-ft x23-ft $2,950

ESAB Wire Flux Core .045 $5.90/lb Harrow 6’x6’x5/8: $642 Drawbar: $198

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FLEX HEAD FOR SALE

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NDSU Extension agents, specialists honored

NDSU Extension and Ag Research News North Dakota State University (NDSU) • Ron Wiederholt, NDSU Extension Extension agents and specialists were southwest district director (retired) - Nahonored for their work during the National tional Distinguished Service Award, which Association of County Agricultural Agents recognizes recipients for Extension careers (NACAA) 2021 Virtual Conference. of 10 years or more for long-term effectiveThose recognized for their 2021 efforts ness of Extension programming. Wiederholt were: started his Extension career in 1995 as a • Bill Hodous, agriculture and natural University of Wisconsin Extension agent resources agent in Ramsey County (retired) in Clark County focusing on crop and hor- National Distinguished Service Award, ticulture educational programs. In 2004, which recognizes recipients for Extension he accepted a position as nutrient managecareers of 10 years or more for long-term ment state specialist with NDSU Extension. effectiveness of Extension programming.

He led nutrient management educational Hodous started his NDSU Extension program development across the state and career in 2001, taking great pride in his implemented multiple research projects. accomplishments that included the Lake In 2013, he accepted a position as district Region Extension Roundup, Problem Based director with NDSU Extension serving up Learning approaches to educational transto 21 counties in North Dakota.

• Katelyn Hain, agriculture and natural formation, a saline/sodic tiling project and resources agent in Grand Forks Countyhorticulture education for urban and rural National Achievement Award, which reccommunities. Hodous was instrumental in developing a Nebraska trip to educate North ognizes outstanding educational efforts by a Dakota agents about Palmar amaranth. person with less than 10 years of experience • Paige Brummund, agriculture and with Extension. Hain’s Extension programnatural resources agent in Ward County ming focuses on soil and natural resource - National Achievement Award, which recmanagement. She believes in boots-on-theground education, exhibited through local ognizes outstanding educational efforts by a saline/sodic management demonstrations, person with less than 10 years of experience her involvement with the North Dakota with Extension. Brummund’s programming Soil and Water Conservation Leadership focuses on topics ranging from horticulture Academy, and coaching 4-Hers competing to agronomy to farm business management. in state and national land judging contests.

Brummund works on a variety of project Additional programming areas include genteams; her favorites include Annie’s Project, Design Your Succession Plan, and the 4-H eral agronomy, and pasture and livestock Animal Science and Equine committees. management.

Her passions include sharing production • Mohamed Khan, Extension sugarbeet agriculture with urban stakeholders and specialist - State winner in the category of coaching 4-H youth. audio recording for the Sugarbeet Report, a • Rick Schmidt, agriculture and natural recorded radio program that provides inforresources agent in Oliver County - State mation on a weekly basis, from early April winner in the category of educational video to early September, to sugarbeet farmers and recordings for his video on face masks and allied agriculture representatives. respirators and their use in agriculture.

• Lindy Berg, agriculture and natural • Ashley Ueckert, agriculture and natural resources agent in Towner County- Winner resources agent in Golden Valley County of third place in the category of applied reState winner for a fact sheet on alternative search posters for her poster titled, “Soybean forages. response to fungicide after simulated hail • Renae Gress, agriculture and natural damage.” Others involved in the research resources agent in Morton County- State were Lesley Lubenow Extension east district winner for her quarterly online e-newsletter director; Endres; and Kelly Bjerke, NDSU to keep farmers and ranchers informed and research technician. educated on important topics and upcoming • Renae Gress, agriculture and natural events. resources agent in Morton County- State • Gregory Endres, Extension cropping winner for her quarterly online e-newsletter systems specialist, Carrington Research to keep farmers and ranchers informed and Extension Center - National finalist for his educated on important topics and upcoming publication titled, “Soybean response to events. planting rates and row spacings in North • Gregory Endres, Extension cropping Dakota.” Others involved in the publication systems specialist, CREC - State winner are Hans Kandel, Extension agronomist; for his publication titled, “Black and navy Peder Schmitz, graduate research assistant; bean - response to row spacing and plant Eric Eriksmoen, North Central Research population in eastern North Dakota.” Others Extension Center research agronomist; Gauinvolved in the publication are Kandel; Mike Ostlie, CREC research agronomist; Blaine tam Pradhan, Williston Research Extension Schatz, former CREC director and current Center dryland research agronomist; and North Dakota Agricultural Experiment StaJohn Rickertsen, Hettinger Research Extention assistant director; and Ryan Buetow, sion Center specialist.

Extension cropping systems specialist at Honored for their efforts at the 2020 NAthe Dickinson Research Extension Center.

CAA virtual conference were:

The warship that got too big

In 1628 Sweden’s King Gustav II ordered his Royal Navy to build him a warship that would strike fear into the hearts of their enemies. Called the Vasa, it was a 111-foot-long ship with one gun deck. But when Gustav found out that Denmark was building a ship with two gun decks, he had to have one, too. That, however, would require a 135-foot-long ship. There was not time to start over, so workers simply expanded the upper decks. Then the king

decided he wanted more guns; the first version was designed to carry 32 cannons; buy the end he had doubled that amount.

Gustav wasn’t done yet: He ordered his men to cover the ship with ornate oak carvings of biblical scenes.

On August 10, 1628, a huge crowd cheered as the Vasa left Stockholm Harbor on its maiden voyage. A few minutes later, a gust of wind capsized the top-heavy warship. It sank to the bottom of the harbor.

Montana brand rerecord period completed

On Saturday, January 1, 2022, the Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) Brand Rerecord period ended. Brand Rerecord is a one year period in which Montana brand owners renew their brands with the state to ensure an accurate record of livestock brands that are still in use. Brand Rerecord began in 1921 and occurs every ten years.

As of January 1st, 2021, there were 55,567 brands recorded with the Department of Livestock. By December 31, 2021, 47,663 brands were rerecorded. During the rerecord year, the Department of Livestock also recorded 1,000 new brands and completed over 3,000 brand transfers. Brands that were not rerecorded in 2021 are now inactive. Once a brand is inactive, applicants must re-apply for the brand as a new brand.

“This was a demanding year for the Brands Office, processing nearly 50,000 brands,” said Administrator Ethan Wilfore. “We understand the struggles faced by producers this past year but appreciate that many were still timely to prioritize and rerecord their brands.”

All brand owners who rerecorded their brands in 2021 should have received a new brand certificate in the mail.

Brand owners who did not receive their new certificate in the mail or are unsure if their brand was rerecorded should contact the Montana Department of Livestock Brands Enforcement Division at (406) 444-2045 as soon as possible.

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D L O S · 550 hp

2012 Peterbilt 389

· 18 Speed

· 700K Miles

North Dakota

2011 Peterbilt 384 · Cummins 500 hp

· 18 Speed

· Cummins 410 hp

· Low Mileage

Buy or Lease to own $26,470 /YR- O.A.C. Buy or Lease to own $15,634 /YR- O.A.C.

2011 Kenworth T800

NEW TIMPTE 50-ft. · Ag Hoppers

· Rear Lift

Call For Pricing

2007 Peterbilt 379 · Cummins 475 hp

· 13 Speed

· Paccar 380 hp

· 663,000 Miles

Buy or Lease to own $19,559 /YR- O.A.C. Buy or Lease to own $11,365 /YR- O.A.C.

Neville Built Trailers · 53-ft. Spread Axle

2012 Peterbilt 386

· Air Ride

Call For Pricing

2011 Peterbilt 386 · Cummins 450 hp

· 70” Sleeper

· Paccar 485 hp

· 18 Speed

Buy or Lease to own $14,497 /YR- O.A.C. Buy or Lease to own $13,533 /YR- O.A.C.

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2006 Peterbilt 378

Call To Reserve Yours Before They Are Gone

Farmer to Farmer “Very nice doing business with a family business. Everyone had a caring responsibility like a family should. Thank you”

2014 Kenworth T800 · Cummins 550 hp

New Wilson 40-ft.

· Lift Axle

Big Sandy, MT

· CAT 550 hp · 18 Speed · Lift Axle Buy or Lease to own $17,776 /YR- O.A.C.

Connelly Farms, new owners of a 2005 Kenworth W900B.

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