tradersdispatch

MAY 2012

Vol. XIII No. 4 P.O. Box 306 Valier, MT 59486-0306

Phone 406-279-3291 Fax 406-279-3249 website: tradersdispatch.com E-MAIL: trader@3rivers.net

Miles City Sheep Shearing Contest

A wild and wooly time is staged for May 19th as the sixth Miles City Bucking Horse Sale Sheep Shearing Contest will test the skills of the best shearers from Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and the Dakotas. The shearing contest is a test of the shearer’s ability to get the wool off the sheep in a short amount of time while doing the highest quality job possible.

Spectators at the 2011 contest were treated to a finals performance in which four of the best shearers from the region sheared 10 head in less than 14 minutes!

This year’s contest also features a wool handling contest.

Event organizers are proud to announce that this is the only wool handling contest currently being held in the United States.

Once again this year spectators at the Friday bull sale will be treated to a real show of skill and speed. Four of the region’s best shearers will participate in a speed shearing exhibition. Spectators may see a sheep sheared in less than one minute! The bucking bull sale starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Eastern Montana Fairgrounds in Miles City.

Saturday’s Sheep Shearing Contest will begin with the professional preliminary round beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Agri. Sports complex located on the Custer County Fairgrounds. The finals of the Professional division are scheduled to begin promptly at Noon. Anyone interested in agriculture would find this contest interesting, educational and fun to watch. There is no cost for spectators at this event and everyone is welcome to come and take in the action. For more information or to enter the contest call Cheryl Schuldt, contest superintendent at 406-945-0404 (email- cheryls@ mtintouch.net).

UPCOMING AUCTIONS

May. 15, Musser Bros. Inc, Wilson Ag Equipment, Lodge Grass......................A3 May. 16, Big Iron, Online.......................................................................................A4 May. 18, Rick Young & Sons Auctioneers, Sannon, Billings..............................A5 May. 18, Montana Land Auctions, Inc. Montana Mineral Rights Ownership, Sidney...............................................................................................................A5 May. 19, Musser Bros. Inc, Painted Bull Ranch Ag Equipment, Huntley..........A3 May. 19, Barnes Auction Service, Armstrong Farm & Ranch, Cardwell...........A6 May. 19, Rivers West Auction, Farm Equipment & Estate Consignment, Ronan. .........................................................................................................................A11 May. 19, Stan Howe Auction, Bate Auction, Whitehall.....................................A13 May. 19, Kamerman Auction, Past-Ur-Time Ranch, Ennis...............................A14 May. 19, Bass Auction Company, Inc, Mossey Farm, Denton..........................A12 May. 19, RK Statewide Auction, Cattle & Farm, Glendive................................A15 May. 23, Big Iron, Online.......................................................................................A4 May. 25 & 26, Mills Auction Service, Western Legend, Secrest, Hardin.........A21 May. 26, Hi Line Auction, Holman Hereford Home, Farm & Ranch, Malta........A6 May. 26, RK Statewide Auction, Scherman Real Estate, Glendive.................A18 Galen May. 26, Top Notch Auction Serice, Nez Perce Cattle Co., Conner.................A19 May. 30, Click4Iron.com, Online.........................................................................A18 June 2, Bo Carpenter Auction, Inc, Beuchle Farm & Liquidation, Kalispell..A14 June 2, Barnes Auction Service, Farm & Ranch, Dillon..................................A24 June 2, GSI Auction Service, Jacobs Retirement, Malta.................................A22 June 2, Bass Auction Company, Inc, Delaney Estate, Lewistown..................A12 June 2, Stromme Auctioneers, Open Consignment, Manhattan....................A27 June 2, Jeff Welborn Auctions, LLC, Dillett Ranch & Guest Consignors, Twin Bridges............................................................................................................A43 June 3, Stromme Auctioneers, Diamond Bar X & Bar 3 Bar, Manhattan........A27 June 8, Tande Auction Service, Inc., Michels Farm & Ranch, Plentywood....A30 June 9, Hi Line Auction, Jensen Moving, Malta...............................................A42 June.9, Wolery Auction Co & Shobe Auction & Realty, Wolery, Gildford..A8 & A9 June 9, RK Statewide Auction, Inventory Reduction, Bloomfield..................A31 June 9, GSI Auction Service, Kaplan, Keough, Rohde Moving & Retirement, Glasgow..........................................................................................................A38 June 13, Piroutek Auction Service & Arneson Auction Service, Absolute Auction, Faith, SD..........................................................................................................A36 June 16, Hi Line Auction, Nelson Liquidation, Malta.......................................A16 June 23, Fritz Auction, Consignment Sale, Chester........................................A45 June 23, Isbell Auction, Morgan Estate, Pass Creek (Bozeman)....................A40 June 27, Shobe Auction & Realty, Town of Pray, Pray.....................................A43 July 12, Shobe Auction & Realty, Norwegian Creek Estates in Harrison, Three Forks...............................................................................................................A43

The littlest ranchers at local branding assess the future herd. Looks like he is reassuring her “things will be fine.”

Montana State pea variety offers growers opportunities to enter health-food market

Researchers in Montana State University’s (MSU) College of Agriculture have bred a yellow dry pea variety that could be used in developing healthful foods for diabetics and which is now available for licensing to interested growers and entrepreneurs.

The pea variety, technically known as MSUPBLB10-10, is high in amylose starch, which, when included in food products, can lower their glycemic index. The glycemic index measure a food’s impact on blood sugar. Foods with a low glycemic index can help diabetics avoid spikes in their blood sugar and thereby lessen the chances of being afflicted with some of the long-term symptoms of diabetes, such as nerve damage, blindness, kidney disease and heart disease.

The pea variety offers growers an opportunity to expand into the higher-priced specialty health food market, particularly the diabetic market where low glycemic index products are desired. The pea variety grows well in climates with the short, cool, growing seasons, like that of the Northern Great Plains. The pea variety also has better yield, and its stem is less likely to bend at or near ground surface - a property known as lodging resistance - than the Amigo highamylose dry pea. Peas that lodge easily can result in dramatically lower crop yield.

The pea variety is a semi-leafless, semidwarf, dry pea with medium test weight. It bears most of its pods in the top third of the

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plant, facilitating mechanical harvesting.

The pea’s pointed pod may help reduce pod shattering during harvest.

The pea produces a whitish flour that does not darken after processing into noodles and should combine well with wheat or other flours to increase protein, reduce gluten and reduce the glycemic index of the final product.

The pea is the latest discovery available for licensing at MSU. For more details and to inquire about licensing, interested companies and entrepreneurs should contact Nick Zelver with the MSU Technology Transfer Office at (406) 994-7868, http://tto. montana.edu/technologies or by e-mail at nzelver@montana.edu. MSU requests that interest be expressed in writing by May 15.

Currently, MSU has 204 licenses from technologies developed by faculty and researchers. Of those, 93 licenses are with Montana companies.

PRIVATE TREATY

Diamond D Angus, Valier................................................. A2 Lindseth Charolais, Dupuyer........................................... A3 Connelly Angus, Valier................................................... A20 Prickly Pear Simmental Ranch, Helena........................ A12 Jackson Polled Herefords, Rudyard................................ A2 Sparks Herefords, Plevna................................................ A7 Feddes Herefords, Manhattan......................................... A7 J Bar E Ranch, Plentywood............................................. A7 Dutton Hereford Ranch, Gold Creek............................... A7 Ehlke Herefords, Townsend............................................. A7 Konesky Simmental, Sand Coulee................................ A10 Hawks Angus, Galata..................................................... A13

Deadline for June June 1

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SPRAYER FOR SALE

Flexi-coil 67XL pull behind sprayer, 1500 gallon tank, 6 section control, wired for Ez-boom.........................................................................................$8500

Call 406-580-1849

Yearling Polled Hereford bulls for sale private treaty at the ranch.

Ken and Shannon Jackson –– Rudyard, Montana Phone 406-355-4990 –– jacksonpolledherefords@yahoo.com

JIM NIELSEN TRUCK & PARTS, INC.

P.O. Box 3072 • 4075 Wynne Avenue • Butte, Montana 59702 • (406) 494-3394 • Mobile (406) 565-7235

1999 Freightliner FL120 tandem tractor, 60 Series Detroit, 10 speed, Rockwell rear ends, Budd wheels, good rubber, clean low mileage truck!

1975 International Loadstar 1600 18-ft.

Omaha steel flat, double cycle hoist, 345 V8, 4 & 2, power steering, tilt hood, good rubber, local truck, will seperate.

Inventory Available 2012 Knapheide 20-ft. steel grain box and hoist 2003 International 8100 SA tractor, white 2-2000 International 4700 chassis, white 1999 International 4900 24-ft. reefer van, white 1999 Chevrolet C6000 single axle, diesel dump truck, 3126 Cat engine, automatic transmission, new rubber.

1999 Chevrolet C6500 chassis, white, 9-ft. dump box installed.

1999 GMC 3500 HD diesel chassis, white 1996 International 4700 20-ft. van, white 1995 Kenworth T600 tandem tractor, white 1995 Ford L8000 SA tractor, 8.3 Cummins, white 1994 International 9200 SA tractor, orange 1994 GMC Top Kick diesel truck, white

1993 Chevrolet 1-ton service truck, white 1990 International 8300 tandem tractor, green 1988 GMC 6000 Lo-Pro chassis, white 1988 GMC diesel shop van truck, white 1986 Freightliner conventional tandem tractor, white 1986 Freightliner cabover, 24-ft. flatbed, 24-ft. pull trailer 1986 Ford 800 diesel chassis, orange 1984 Ford 600 diesel, water tank truck, white 1983 Ford LN900 tandem chassis, like new, blue 1982 Ford F600 service truck, white 1980 GMC 7000 service truck, blue 1979 International tandem tractor, consigned 1977 International tandem diesel dump, green

Sales lot located I-90 at Rocker interchange

1965 International Loadstar 1890 10ft. Heil gravel box, 345 V8, 5 & 2, power steering, 10:00 rubber on Budds, hydraulic brakes.

Special Equipment 2-Omaha Standard 16-ft. grain boxes and hoists Omaha 16-ft. steel flat and hoist, consigned 7-Van bodies, 12-ft through 22-ft. length, good condition 2- 20-ft. flatbeds and hoists 1100 gallon water tank

Semi Trailers 1994 Utility 48-ft. storage van 1991 Kentucky 48-ft. tri-axle van 1974 Dorsey 40-ft. storage van 1951 Spartan 5000 gallon water tank

Currently wrecking 300 trucks!

All shapes & sizes!

Transportation Available

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Premium Embryos from Diamond D’s FINEST

DDA Fahren 21X Reg # 12773616

DDA Emblazon 27C Reg # 14257843

The 9th Annual Marias and Teton Feeder Show. will be held on June 2, 2012, at the Seewald Barn in Shelby, Montana. Belt buckles, cash and loot prizes will all be awarded.

The goal of the Feeder Show is to allow 4-H’ers from our local area and around the state the opportunity to show their animals more than once.

Youth put a lot of time and hard work into each animal, and this is a great way to prepare them for fair!

For a list of rules and an entry form contact Janet Hawks at (406) 432-5355 or Terry Stephens at (406) 466-2351. Please fill out the entry form and return with your entry fees to the address listed as soon as possible. The deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, May 25, 2012.

You are welcome to bring your animal the night before the Feeder Show. Please plan on cleaning up if you bring straw or hay. Lunch will be for sale throughout the day of the show. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call Janet Hawks or Terry Stephens.

Pulse crop grading meetings

SEMEN FOR SALE

Birth EPD -2.1 Superior Calving Ease

Marias and Teton Feeder Show

Consistent, moderate cattle for over forty years!

u DDA Fahren 21X Reg # 12773616 u DDA Emblazon 27C Reg # 14257843 u DDA Emulation 30K (5522 son) Reg # 16879584 u DDA Lodge E5H Reg # 15974013 u DDA Fahren 5Z Reg # 13299980 u DDA Lazer 114i Reg # 16256306 u DDA Dazeler 2E Reg # 14663340 u DDA Roy 33K Reg #1410549 (Red Angus)

www.diamonddangus.com For a Semen Brochure or Fall Sale Catalog Call 1-800-932-6487 or for more information Call Mark DeBoo 406-279-3633 or 799-3480

The Montana State Grain Laboratory will hold two public meetings to discuss changes in pea and lentil inspection, including the method used to determine dockage components in the grading of lentils.

Meetings will be at 2 p.m. May 17 at the State Grain Lab, 821 17th Street North in Great Falls, and 2 p.m. June 5 at the laboratory’s Plentywood office at 121 N. Main Street.

The June 5 meeting at the Plentywood office will coincide with a 1-4 p.m. open house to meet with State Grain Lab inspectors and staff. The satellite office opened during the 2011 harvest.

The current method to determine dockage on lentils requires inspectors to hand sort the sample to identify split and small lentils and other material. The State Grain Lab proposes using a sieve method for estimating dockage, as described in the Federal Grain Inspection Service pea and lentil handbook. The FGIS office in Moscow, Idaho has provided guidance regarding the selection of sieves for each lentil type.

Time will be allotted at the meetings to discuss other pulse certification issues, including changes in grading factors for mold and mildew damage in peas and chickpeas, and mold and water blister damage in beans. There will also be a presentation of changes in moisture determination in lentils, peas and other commodities.

For more information, contact the State Grain Lab at (406) 452-9561 in Great Falls or at (406) 765-1005 in Plentywood, or by e-mail at JRumney@mt.gov. ##### “Grandparenthood is about growing, changing, and learning. You can set a wonderful example for your children and grandchildren by doing all three.”

THE TRADER’S DISPATCH (USPS 019-793)

May 2012 — Vol. XIII No. 4 Published monthly by Trader’s Dispatch Inc., 402 Montana Ave., Valier, MT 59486-0306. Free on request to farmers, ranchers, heavy equipment owners and truckers in the Western United States.

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DUMP TRUCK FOR SALE

1982 GMC 6-yard dump truck with slide-in sander and front plow, 31,000 GVW with air brakes, rebuilt diesel engine. Good condition..................

Phone (406) 431-0061, Helena, Montana

$15,000

LINDSETH CHAROLAIS BULLS Coming 2-Year Old Bulls For Sale Private Treaty • Range calved • Range developed • Thick and functional • Fertility tested • Ultrasound data available

LINDSETH CHAROLAIS RANCH P.O. Box 183 - Dupuyer, MT 59432

Ray and Lorna Lindseth 406-472-3327 e-mail: lindrnch@3rivers.net

www.bigiron.com

Unreserved Auction ONLINE ONLY

First Lots Scheduled to Close at 10:00 AM Central Time

NO BUYERS PREMIUM FEE and NO RESERVES!!

The following equipment is owned by various owners, visit www.bigiron.com for owner names, item locations and phone numbers.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, 2012

2006 Case MXU 130 MFWD tractor, 535 hours 1949 John Deere MT tractor John Deere B tractor John Deere 730 tractor 2009 Water Master LH-100 marine weed harvester 2001 Williamson Ocean 10-3 trailer with concrete landscape border equipment 1987 Volvo/White Xpeditor WX Coe feed mixer truck John Deere Hawkins 8 row ditcher

WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 2012

John Deere 4440 tractor, 8577 hours John Deere 4440 tractor, 10,293 hours 1971 John Deere 4320 tractor, 9543 hours John Deere 3020 tractor, 8680 hours John Deere 2640 tractor, 2693 hours 1965 Case 730 Comfort King tractor with loader 1966 John Deere 4020 tractor, 8866 hours 1961 International McCormick Farmall 560 tractor, 5577 hours New Holland TR98 combine New Holland TR96 comine 1998 Wilson PSDCL-302 livestock trailer 1996 Tempko flatbed gooseneck trailer 1975 Fontaine hay trailer 2005 Ditch Witch 410 SXC trencher, 412 hours John Deere 210 disk John Deere BWF tandem disk John Deere 467 small square baler Great Plains 330301291 multi-flex folding drill International 620 12-ft. press drill Navigator system MacDon 1300 bale carrier Shelbourne 28-ft. grain header New Holland 971 24-ft. wheat head New Holland 970 30-ft. header New Holland 116H bi-directional cutter head John Deere 4200 spinner plow John Deere 400 rotary hoe Sunflower 3371-40 42-ft. blade plow

Many more items selling in May, visit BIGIRON.com for more information Do you have equipment to sell, call 1-800-937-3558 for your local rep BigIron.com is a division of Stock Auction Company, Call 1-800-937-3558

Dry winters may lead to late spring frost

By Laura Edwards, SDSU Extension The warm spring season this year has us all looking forward to planting our fields and home gardens. Winter wheat has greened up, and flowers are making their appearance three weeks early or more. Even though we are looking forward to getting our seeds in the ground, it’s still not too late for a spring frost to affect our plants.

In a short assessment of dry winter seasons (December through February), South Dakota State University (SDSU) Climatologists considered spring frost dates. They examined the top ten driest winters in the cities of Aberdeen, Columbia, Watertown, Brookings, Sioux Falls, and Winner. In all but Sioux Falls and Watertown, seven out of ten dry winters were followed by later than normal spring frosts (28 degrees F or lower). The median dates for spring frosts are between April 26 and May 3 for these locations. In some cases, these late frosts were two to three weeks later than the median date. In Aberdeen, the average frost date fell about 2 weeks later than the median, and at Brookings, the average is about a week and a half later than median following these dry winters.

Even though the winter of 2011-2012 did not rank in the top ten driest winters at any of these locations, the median date for spring frost is still weeks away, and there is a risk of a killing frost. There is a physical explanation on how this can happen. Less soil moisture following these dry winters can lead to less water vapor in the air where the plants are growing. Dry air can cool faster than moist air, so there is an increased risk of lower temperatures during the overnight hours.

The 2012 winter wheat crop in South Dakota currently looks promising. There appears to be little crop loss from winter kill and with good subsoil moisture there is potential for good yields over much of the state. However the unusually warm spring has brought the winter wheat rapidly out of dormancy and growth is well ahead of normal for this time of year in South Dakota, raising fears that a late frost could really be damaging.

There are a number of factors that can affect the amount of crop damage in wheat from a late frost. Growth stage of the wheat is very important. Wheat is more susceptible to frost damage at later growth stages. Once the wheat plant reaches jointing and elongation, the growing point is above ground. Frost at this point can kill the growing point, greatly reducing yields.

Moisture content of the soil can affect frost damage, partially because less soil moisture increases the risk and severity of frost as explained above, but also, plants that are very healthy (good fertility and no drought stress) can be more susceptible to frost damage than stressed plants. This is related to higher water content in the plants The duration of the sub-freezing temperatures also affects the amount of damage. If temperatures reach 24 deg. F when plants are elongating, damage is not thought to occur unless the temperature stays at that level or lower for at least two hours.

The presence of heavy amounts of light colored residue can also impact the plants’ response to frost. If the plants’ growing point is below the residue layer, it is somewhat protected. If the plants growing point is above the residue, it is damaged more severely than when residue is lower or darker in color.

And finally, cold air is heavier than warm air, so cold air will flow towards the lowest areas of fields. When assessing frost damage, producers should visit the lowest spots first, as this is where frost damage should be the worst.

For more information on frost damage on winter wheat visit “Spring Freeze Injury to Kansas Wheat” (http://www. ksre.ksu.edu/library/crpsl2/c646.pdf).

Late interest in wheat

By Matthew Diersen, SDSU Extension The Prospective Plantings report shows South Dakota growers again intend to plant fewer acres to wheat. The intended 2.45 million acres in 2012 is well below the intended and actual acres in 2011. Winter wheat seedings were announced back in January as down 3% from 2011. The surprise is spring wheat, where the intended 1.1 million acres would be the lowest on record. The ability to get into fields and a recent price rally has producers discussing a few more spring wheat acres.

Projecting harvested wheat acres is difficult as weather extremes lead to sharp increases in abandoned acres. The average in recent years is 88% harvested when weighted by type. A much higher harvest percentage can occur. Using the average suggests harvested acres would total 2.162 million acres in 2012. The expected all-wheat yield is 42.9 bushels per acre. Combining the harvested acres and yield forecasts, 2012 production is expected to be 93 million bushels.

The price picture varies across types and between old and new crops. Winter wheat prices have been steady with a slight carry into new crop. Basis varies widely across regions.

Spring wheat futures increased sharply after the report and the nearby is at a premium to new crop. Basis also varies widely across regions. The 2011 marketing year average price in South Dakota is projected at $7.55 per bushel as a large percent of the crop has already been sold. Using recent new crop winter wheat futures of $7.15 and an expected basis of -$0.70, the futures-adjusted price in South Dakota is $6.45 per bushel. Using recent new crop spring wheat futures of $8.30 and an expected basis of -$0.50, the futures-adjusted price in South Dakota is $7.80 per bushel. Weighting by production gives a 2012 average for all wheat of $7.05 per bushel.

Trade expectations need to be balanced against fundamental insights. The WASDE reports will only give 2011 insights until May. Until then, the USDA baseline estimates can be modified to reflect some of the changes occurring this spring.

The baseline had the U.S. farm price at $6.00 per bushel for 2012. The price in South Dakota is typically 102% of the U.S. price. Thus, the 2012 marketing year average price in South Dakota was expected to be $6.12 per bushel. Following the recent reports the U.S. supply picture is little changed.

Jack Sannon

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COMBINE AND PICKUP HEADER FOR SALE

2000 John Deere 9650 STS combine, chopper, big top, 30.5 tires 70%, 1 season on concaves, rub bats, rotor cages, many more new parts, come with 2005 MacDon 963 36-ft. header............................................................................................................. $105,000 obo 2008 Case IH 2016 pickup header, SwathMaster pickup, excellent condition...... $21,000 obo Call Jeremiah with any questions - (406) 292-3652 or 949-4290. Will deliver in MT.

TRUCK FOR SALE

1998 International 9300 Eagle, 465 hp N-14 Cummins engine, 13 speed, 260” wheelbase, steerable lift axle. Lots of recent work - engine, clutch, brakes, alternator and batteries.

Good tires, ready to go to work...... obo Phone (406) 263-8227, Hinsdale, Montana

$22,000

Friday, May 18, 2012

10:00 a.m.

Location: 416 Reynolds Street in Billings, Montana From I-90 take Johnson Lane exit (445) to North Frontage Road, then west 1.5 miles past Billings Livestock Commission to Reynolds Street.

Note: There are few small items, plan on attending early.

Trucks

1930s International D-30 1939 International D-30 box, hoist 1946 International K6 box, hoist 1949 REO 10-ft. flatbed, excellent condition, 23,000 miles 1965 Dodge 500 fuel truck, 3 tanks

Crawler Tractor

Tractors

1926 Ford steel wheel tractor parts Case 930 diesel, 2 remotes Case L gas, new tires Case LA gas, hand crank Ford 8N International 400 gas International Farmall A International Farmall B International Farmall C with belt pulley, single front tire International Farmall F-20 single front tire International Farmall H International Farmall H single front tire 2-International Farmall M wide front end Interntational Farmall Super M single front tire International WD9 diesel Massey Harris 44 Minneapolis Moline U diesel Minneapolis Moline U gas Oliver Row Crop 77 Oliver Row Crop 77 new front and rear tires Oliver Standard 88 gas

Caterpillar D6 3 cyl, dozer blade

Forklift

Clark forklift, 10,000 lb. capacity, Continental gas engine

Machinery & Equipment

2-backhoe buckets 2-new generators 24-ft. flatbed, tilt bed 3 point terrace blade, 5-ft.

40-ft. van for storage 6-ft. hydraulic rotary mower Angle dozer blade for D4 Caterpillar Buzz saw Chop saw Crary drum mixer trailer Ford loader bucket, 4-ft.

Fresno Hydraulic valves International 2 point to 3 point converter, new King Kutter 3 point tandem disc, good condition New pressure washer Rotary mower, 3 point, 5-ft.

Small storage van Lots of parts

Buildings

14-ft.x16-ft. metal storage shed 14-ft.x20-ft. office building, wood

Sale Managed by: Rick Young & Sons Auctioneers Phone: 406-328-4296 or Cell: 406-321-1534 or www.rickyoungauctioneers.com

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GENERATOR FOR SALE Winpower 100/60PTCM generator with power takeoff shaft and power cord.

Call 406-491-4444 Whitehall, MT

HAY EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

2008 HydraBed 200 (bed only)...........$6900

1999 New Holland 664 round baler, net wrap and twine.................................$8900

Phone Dave Harris, (406) 429-5321, Winnett, Montana

1992 Hesston 8400 16-ft. swather. Priced at. ......................................................$20,900

A Montana Tradition for 36 years

Jodi Pauley, MSU Powell County Extension Agent Since 1976 families all across Montana have been participating in one of the premier range education events of summer called Montana Range Days. It is not very often when your four year old can become a buckaroo for the day, your 13 year old can become a wrangler and as a parent you can participate and learn about one of Montana’s most important resources: Range.

This year’s event begins on Monday June 18, 2012 under the big skies of Deer Lodge where approximately 250 to 300 people from all across the state will be embarking upon Powell County for Range Days. This is the second year the event has been held in Deer Lodge and many preparations have been going on to make this year’s event even better.

We have some great range sites picked for participants to not only learn about native and introduced grasses, forbs, trees and shrubs but we also have a wide variety of noxious weeds that participants can learn to identify and learn about their management strategies on the western side of the divide.

The first day will be an opportunity for those serious about the competition to head to the practice site and begin studying plants that may or may not be in the contest. The rest of the family can enjoy a tour of the Old Montana Prison and Auto Museum. Participants, ages 4 to 19, can also compete in illustrated talks and give a 6 to 8 minute range-related talk on Monday evening and contestants can also bring range exhibits to be judged on Tuesday.

Tuesday is an action packed day in which the 4 to 6 year old buckaroos will learn about rangeland environments with lots of hands-on activities. The 7 to 8 year olds (Ecosystem Explorers) will learn about range and our ecosystem through fun games and activities. The 9 to 11 year old Superstarters will get a little more serious and begin to learn about plant anatomy and identification to prepare them for the contest on Wednesday. The Wrangler division is for those junior high age students who want to learn about proper grazing, stocking rates, plant anatomy and identification. There is also the open youth and FFA division for the 14 to 19 year olds to learn about the many aspects of range. While the kids are learning, the adults can be participating as well in the rancher/open adult workshops or attend the tours that are slated for Tuesday. The tours include an all-day field trip of the complexities of the Clark Fork River system from the Warm Springs Ponds to learning about the Superfund history projects to grazing and weed management along the river.

This day also includes an outdoor lamb barbeque put on by members of the Montana and American Sheep Industry Association and a banquet that evening.

June 20th is the final day of this event and will include a tour of the Rock Creek Cattle Company Development.

Wednesday is also competition day in which teams of 3 or 4 members will compete on what they learned the day before in such areas of plant ID, soils, anatomy, monitoring and range management. There are several awards in all age categories and competition areas.

Montana Range Days is open to all families, all ages, and skill levels. Come be apart of an event that has been going on for more than 30 years and has encompassed more than 15 communities in our great state and learn about this wealth of nature that covers nearly 70 percent of Montana better known as Range.

You can download a registration form from the website at www.montanarangedays.org or call Susie at the Deer Lodge Valley Conservation District at 406-846-1703 ext 111 or email susie.johnson@mt.nacdnet.net for more information. Range Days only costs $35 per individual or $85 per family and includes workshop materials and 6 meals, with registration due June1.

If anyone would like to be a sponsor of Range Days or volunteer to help please give Susie a call at the district office.

The Deer Lodge Valley Conservation District is very proud to be hosting this event and look forward to providing great workshops, tours, and contests for families, friends and their neighbors.

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Montana Hereford Directory Anderson Ranch

406-848-2588, Emigrant, MT

Banjo Ranch

406-425-1233, Molt, MT www.banjoranch.com

Bayers Hereford Ranch

406-684-5465, Twin Bridges, MT

Holden Herefords

406-279-3301, Valier, MT

Dale Holfeldt

406-357-3785, Lloyd, MT

Hultin Polled Herefords J Bar E Ranch

BB Polled Herefords Bear Paw Herefords

406-240-9301, Deer Lodge, MT

Beery’s Land & Livestock Co

406-584-7571, Lindsay, MT

406-357-3216, Chinook, MT 406-773-5710, Vida, MT www.beeryherefords.com

Bergum Family Farm

406-787-5396, Culbertson, MT www.bergumfamilyfarm.com

Blue Heron Ranch

406-432-2142, Galata, MT

K & C Hereford

K.L. Slagsvold Herefords Loyning Farms

406-328-4095, Absarokee, MT

McIntosh Ranch

406-492-7091, Avon, MT

McKechnie Hereford Ranch 406-432-2296, Shelby, MT

McMurry Cattle

Brillhart Ranch Co

406-254-1247, Billings, MT www.mcmurrycattle.com

Broken Pick Ranch

406-778-2393, Baker, MT

406-947-2511, Musselshell, MT 406-862-6418, Whitefish, MT www.brokenpickranch.com

Cherry Springs Ranch

406-662-3375, Bridger, MT

Churchill Cattle Co

406-284-6421, Manhattan, MT www.churchillcattle.com

M/D Herefords

Merrimac Cattle Company 406-735-4493, Geyser, MT

MJB Ranch

406-639-2569, Lodge Grass, MT

Ned & Jan Ward Polled Herefords

Cooper Hereford Ranch

307-672-3248, Sheridan, WY

Courtney Herefords

406-265-6115, Havre, MT

406-285-6985, Willow Creek, MT www.cooperherefords.com 406-828-4480, Alzada, MT

Northern Agricultural Research Center Rafter Ranch

Curlew Cattle Co

406-832-3219, Wise River, MT

Dallas Polled Herefords

406-580-6676, Willow Creek, MT

Darrell Taylor Farms

406-590-8059, Fairfield, MT

406-287-9947, Whitehall, MT 406-368-2244, Canyon Creek, MT 406-739-4405, Fort Benton, MT

Duncan Ranch Co

406-292-3503, Joplin, MT

Reich Bros

Sand-Bayers Herefords Sidwell Ranch

406-322-4425, Columbus, MT

Snowshoe Cattle Company

Dutton Hereford Ranch

406-875-2138, Pompeys Pillar, MT

Ehlke Herefords

406-566-2313, Stanford, MT

406-288-3330, Gold Creek, MT 406-266-4121, Townsend, MT www.ehlkeherefords.com

Elings Polled Herefords 406-278-3406, Conrad, MT

Ewing Herefords

406-452-6535, Power, MT

Soulsby Hereford Ranch Sparks Herefords

406-778-2320, Plevna, MT

Storey Hereford Ranch

406-580-8255, Bozeman, MT

Thomas Herefords

406-288-3459, Gold Creek, MT Feddes Herefords www.thomasherefords.com Tim 406-570-4771, Manhattan, MT Dan 406-570-1602 Tomlinson Herefords

Fort Keogh Livestock Research

406-874-8200, Miles City, MT

Garrison Ranches Inc 406-835-2501, Glen, MT

406-846-1370, Deer Lodge, MT

Wang Polled Hereford Ranch 406-895-2410, Plentywood, MT

Westfeeds

Genex Hawkeye West

406-252-5196, Billings, MT www.westfeeds.net

Guth Ranch Family

406-538-8997, Moore, MT www.wichmanherefords.com

406-656-9034, Billings, MT www.crinet.com 406-578-2301, Wilsall, MT

Higgins Bros

406-547-2213, Ringling, MT

Tom and Carol Sparks and Family

Horned Hereford cattle for sale private treaty

406-459-5937, Helena, MT

406-765-7068, Plentywood, MT

406-293-5285, Libby, MT

Sparks Herefords

Wichman Herefords X Lazy P Ranch

406-277-3628, Belt, MT www.xlazypranch.com

9 year old cow with calf

Annual Montana Hereford Association Feeder Calf Sale November 14, 2012 Three Forks, Montana

Plevna, MT • 406-778-2320 Visitors welcome!

Modest birth, massive meat

Our production sale is any time you want.

We sell Hereford bulls and females by private treaty. Find out more at feddes.com.

Better yet, visit the ranch.

Marvin Feddes & Sons Registered Herefords www.feddes.com 7980 Meadowview Road Manhattan, MT 59741 tfeddes@msn.com Dan 406.284.6810 Tim 406.284.6990 Marvin 406.284.3709

Montana Hereford Association Tour September 14th and 15th 2012 J Bar E Ranch since 1898

12 miles west of Plentywood, MT 59254

Yearling & 2 year old Bulls - Private Treaty Horned & Polled

Arvid & Linda Eggen - 406-895-2657 406-765-7068 (cell) Visitors always welcome!

Jay-De Eggen - 406-671-7149 Lorrie Eggen - 406-765-8219 Hereford, Red Angus and RWF email - jbare@nemont.net 2 year old pairs for sale

DUTTON HEREFORD RANCH

FERTILITY TESTED GRASS FED 2 YEAR OLD VIRGIN BULLS FOR SALE 190 SUNNYSIDE LN. GOLD CREEK, MT 59733 DEAN & RENEE DUTTON (406)288-3330 drm3330@blackfoot.net

DAVID DUTTON (406)438-1059 DCUB3mt@yahoo.com

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USED IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

26­–Wade 3”x40-ft. with center risers.................... $65 each 17–Pierce 3”x40-ft. with center risers.................. $65 each 8–4” Pierce with center risers.............................. $75 each 13–4” Gheen with end risers............................... $50 each 58–5” Wade mainline, 1/2 valves........................... $2.25/ft.

30–6” Wade mainline, 1/2 valves........................... $2.50/ft.

60–Wade 3” x 40-ft. end risers............................. $45 each Swallow’s Irrigation, (406) 752-4371, cell 261-7604

KONESKY SIMMENTAL

(3) Yearling virgin Simmental

BULLS FOR SALE

$3000 obo

BVD PI negative, registered, purebreds, calving ease, black polled, fleshing ability, good feet and legs, docile. #115 - Sire of Dam: Lchman Lucky Buck 7049C Sire: LBR Coaltrain S22 #132 - Sire of Dam: Beefmaker W732 Sire: Lchman Lucky Buck 7049C #133 - Sire of Dam: LBR Coaltrain S22 Sire: LRS Preferred Stock 370C Call Joe, home (406) 736-5336, cell 788-4415, Sand Coulee, MT

Forest stewardship workshops for family forest owners Forest stewardship workshops for private forest owners and managers are scheduled near Columbus, Big Timber, Darby, Bozeman and St. Regis in 2012.

The workshops are offered through the Montana State University Extension Forestry Program, which has assisted more than 3,100 participants in developing stewardship plans to care for their forests, said Cindy Bertek, the forest stewardship coordinator in Missoula.

“Montana has more than 29,000 family forests,” Bertek said. “The workshops help people determine objectives, discover how forests function and develop their own management plants to care for the land in sustainable ways.”

Jamie Yule of Missoula said the program has helped her become a good steward of the land. Yule saw that the property she inherited from her parents was in need of stewardship and took a first step by enrolling in the 2006 Yellow Bay stewardship workshop, 10 miles away from her Flathead Lake property.

“After the workshop, I wanted to take care of the land because I loved it. I hadn’t

realized the land needed my stewardship.

This is not just wild land unaffected by changes humans brought. I need to be smart and do what I can to be a good steward,” Yule said.

Yule began working with a timeline to realize goals she had written. Her five acres comprise three management units, and thus far she has stayed on target with the timeline she established for reaching the goals outlined in her forest stewardship plan. Yule’s story and that of other family forests can be viewed at www.msuextension.org/forestry/ spotlight.htm “Whether they’re five acres or 10,000 acres, families have unique goals for their forests,” Bertek said. “And with nearly 3.8 million acres of forests in private ownership, these landowners are every bit as important as every other forest in the state.”

At the forest stewardship workshop, family forest owners identify their goals and forest’s potential to fulfill their objectives.

They may want to make their forest more fire resilient, have a healthy forest that supports wildlife, identify noxious weeds, plan for income through the sale of timber or development, or pass the land on to their children. Natural resource professionals teach the workshop and visit each participant at their property, providing information and advice to help landowners meet their forest objectives.

At the end of the workshop, forest owners will have their own forest stewardship plan for sustaining their forest. The course involves 24 hours of class and field time, plus a couple days of independent research and inventory by each landowner on their property. Participants will learn how to use topographic maps and aerial photos, understand the ecology of their forest, inventory their resources, set goals and priorities, develop and analyze management considerations and understand environmental effects of stewardship decisions.

Sponsored by MSU Extension Forestry, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and the USDA Forest Service, the three-day forestry skills workshops will be held in Columbus, Montana, May 31, June 1, and June 8; Big Timber, Montana, June 21-22, and June 30; Darby, Montana, July 20-21, and July 28; Bozeman, Montana August 9-10 and August 18; and St. Regis, Montana, September 21-22, and September 29.

Interested forest owners can request a registration application and obtain information by calling the MSU Extension Forestry office at (406) 243-2773or visiting www.msuextension.org/ forestry. ##### The moon is moving away from Earth at a rate of 3.8 centimeters per year.

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Renewed interest in soybeans

By Matthew Diersen, SDSU Extension The Prospective Plantings report shows South Dakota growers still intend to plant a high percent of acres to soybeans. The intended 4.3 million acres in 2012 matches the intentions level from a year ago. The price ratio of corn to soybeans had been favoring corn acres until recently as soybean futures have increased sharply. Growers planted 4.4 and 4.5 million acres in 2000 and 2001, respectively, in South Dakota.

Typically, 98.5% of soybean acres planted in South Dakota are harvested, suggesting 4.2355 million harvested acres in 2012. The yield trend suggests an increase of 0.35 bushels annually in the statewide average. Thus, the expected yield for 2012 is 37.8 bushels per acre. Combining the harvested acres and yield forecasts, 2012 production is expected to be 160 million bushels, second to only the record 176 million bushels in 2009.

The price picture shows little difference between old and new crop. The cash and futures prices have increased sharply in recent weeks. The basis across regions in South Dakota is relatively narrow and steady. The 2011 marketing year average price in South Dakota is projected at $11.75 per bushel as a large percent of the crop has already been sold.

Using recent new crop futures of $13.85 and an expected basis of -$0.80, the futures-adjusted price in South Dakota is $13.05 per bushel.

Trade expectations need to be balanced against fundamental insights. The WASDE reports will only give 2011 insights until May. Until then, the USDA baseline estimates can be modified to reflect some of the changes occurring this spring. The baseline had the U.S. farm price at $11.00 per bushel for 2012. The price in South Dakota is typically 95% of the U.S. price. Thus, the 2012 marketing year average price in South Dakota was expected to be $10.45 per bushel.

Following the recent reports the U.S. supply picture is little changed, leaving improved demand as the cause of higher prices. The likely result is a slight increase in the expected U.S. and South Dakota prices.

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE 1990 Hood hydraulic log loader, 24,000 pound lift capacity, 32-ft. boom. Has John Deere engine.

Asking...$8500 New Holland 281 square baler, good condition. Asking.......................................$2200

1994 Timberjack 2628 fellerbuncher hotsaw, 8.3 Cummins, excellent engine and pumps, undercarriage 90%. Asking...........$30,000 1995 Timberjack 2618 fellerbuncher with hotsaw 8.3 Cummins, excellent engine and pumps, rest of machine is fair. Asking. ......................................................$15,000 Versatile 400 swather, cab, 20-ft. header, 6 cylinder Ford gas engine. Asking.....$2500 1992 Mazda B2600I 4x4 pickup, body is good inside and out, runs great, 137,000 miles. Asking....................................$3100 1999 GMC Suburban 4x4, runs and handles like a dream, great condition inside. Asking....................................................$3500

International TD15B dozer, angle blade and winch, comes with extra cat for parts. Asking....................................................$8000 1980 Case David Brown 995 4WD tractor, 60 hp, front end loader, PTO, 3-point, in shop. Asking.....................................$9700 1995 Falcon flatbed trailer, 3 axles, 20-ft. deck, bumper pull. Asking................$3250 Inner and outer boom with front grapples and saw valve. Comes off a TD3000 log processor. Asking..................................$2500 Transmission and torque converter for Caterpillar 518 skidder. Asking..................$1500

Phone (406) 793-2210

Farm Equipment and Estate Consignment Saturday, May 19th, 2012 10:00 AM

Ronan, MT

Larger items will begin to sell at 12:00 PM Preview: Thursday and Friday, May 17th and 18th , 2012 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Directions: South of Ronan on Hwy 93 between mile marker 44 and 45, exactly 1.6 miles south of Cenex in Ronan on the west side of the highway. Watch for auciton signs. Lunch will be available.

Auctioneer’s Note: This is a large sale TRACTORS & MACHINERY which includes the estate of the late Tom 1964 John Deere 95 squareback comLitchner of Charlo, and property of several bine, gas, 14-ft. head, straw chopper, guest consignors including: Anthony BoSerial #95-22073, very clean navia, Marty Belcourt, Roger Rasmussen, 2006 John Deere X700 Ultimate lawn Randy Hanson & others. Bring a bidding tractor, 3 point, PTO, grass catcher, partner as we will have to run two auction auxillary hydraulics, 54” deck, 100 rings for 2 to 3 hours to get through evhours, Product ID#M0X700A010614 erything in a timely manner. This auction 1966 Ford 4000 3 cyl diesel, DuAl loader will literally have something for everyone; with 5-ft. bucket, 3500 hours, Serial including a log cabin! #C138250 New Holland 492 swather, 9-ft. head, Serial #890683 1958 Allis Chalmers D17 4 cyl gas, 64 hp, A/C, backblade, drawbar, original owner’s manual, Serial #D17-9254 1948 Farmall M Serial #170710 Goosen Industries square bale chopper, 3 point, PTO Sperry New Holland 310 Hayliner sqare baler, Serial #594235

ATV’S

2009 Yamaha Grizzly 350 2WD, Ultramatic transmission, VIN #5Y4AH28Y28A004809 2005 John Deere CX Gator side by side, flip bed, 2WD, VIN #M000CXA032943 1992 Honda Fourtrax TRX300 2WD 1990 Honda Fourtrax TRX300 2WD

IMPLEMENTS & ATTACHMENTS

TRUCKS & TRAILERS

1980 GMC 7000 boom truck, National 300 series 54-ft. boom including 17-ft. swing jib, V8 gas, airbrakes, 90,000 miles, VIN #T17DBAV592141 1967 Chevy 50 Series grain truck, 327 ci, 16-ft. dump box (300 bushel), new tires and wheels, 73,600 miles, VIN #CE573J131410 1978 Ford F350 Ranger XLT 2WD, dually stock truck, 460, auto, very clean, 88,000 miles, VIN #F37RA55177 1976 Ford 800 20-ft. flatbed, scissor hoist, 391 ci, 5-2 speed 1996 Haulmark 2 place enclosed, 3 door, snowmobile trailer Norwest dump box grain trailer, 8-ft.x8-ft., 42” high box, Knapheide hoist 1981 Chapparral steel stock trailer, 5th wheel, 24-ft.x6-ft., 7000 lb. tandem axles

IRRIGATION

Kifco B110 water reel with big squirt 20+ sticks of 3” hook and latch (end riser) irrigation pipe 3-Bigsquirt guns on stands, Rainbird 80, 11/32 nozzles 3- 200-ft. rolls of 2” 150 psi hose Miscellaneous irrigation fittings, plastic, metal, 5”, 6” Moore Rane 15 hp, 3 ph irrigation pump, panels/boxes, Model #3T-6 3/16, Serial #15-1516 Berkely 25 hp, 3 ph pump, Model #B21/2ZP, needs impeller 87/16” Berkely 40 hp, 3 ph pump, rebuilt with exHAY & GRAIN HANDLING tra housing, valute, and 81/4” impeller Sperry New Holland 1002 bale wagon, Cornell 20 hp, 3 ph pump, 67/16” impeller PTO, tow behind, Serial #5998 needs rebuilt 3-bale elevators, 2 electric, 1 gas Gambles 3/4 hp lawn and garden pump Pull along square bale popper/picker Cornell 71/2 hp 1 ph pump, 2W71/2x2 6” electric grain auger, 20-ft. long max 10-ft.

SEED high adj., 11/2 hp motor, stored indoors MJM 14-ft.x5” 11/2 hp electric grain auger Approximately 9000 lb. “Hank” wheat seed, Dividend Extreme 1/2 rate treated, gerMJM 10-ft.x4” grain auger mination tested Hydraulic 18-ft.x5”grain auger 880 lb. bags of irrigated pasture mix seed, Electric 14-ft.x4” grain auger germination tested 6- 50 lb. bags of Pioneer alfalfa seed, germination tested

Brillion Sure Stand alfalfa seeder, 3 point, shedded, SST-1201, Serial #160719 John Deere 207B 12-ft. seeder, Serial #004728N Broadcaster, 250 lb., 3 point Barber Surf and Turf 400 rock rake/picker, Serial #4395 Helac Power tilt attachment for excavator, fits up to 15,000 lb. machine, Model #PT07-68496, Serial #T75138 Gravely Pro Chip PTO 6 wood chipper, PTO, 3 point, Model #993025, Serial #000104 John Deere L Series 51 manure spreader Atlas 6-ft. box scraper/landscape box, 3 pt Minneapolis Moline 7-ft. mower, 3 point 27-John Deere tractor weights with mounts, 1 broken New Frontier bale spear New quickattach head for JD loader Kuhn EL32-150 rototiller, 6-ft., 3 point 2- 12-ft. pasture harrows Shaver 7” post pounder, 3 point Delta 100 gallon transfer fuel tank with 20 gpm electric fuel pump 1999 Leon Cat 1 backblade, 96” York ATV/lawn tractor rock rake with leveling blade Agri Ease 25 gallon ATV sprayer 2- 55 gallon 3 point weed sprayers Hijacker Ultraslide 5th wheel plate MANY MORE ITEMS!

Phone bids will be accepted. Live online bidding available; Powered by Bidcaller.All major credit cards accepted.

For photos, more info & upcoming sales, visit: www.riverswestauction.com

Jason Clinkenbeard 406-239-3529 jason@riverswestauction.com

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8N FORD TRACTOR FOR SALE 3-point, PTO, 4-speed, new clutch, new starter, tires like new........................................................................ $1950 Phone Dick (406) 322-5617, Columbus, Montana

BULLS/HAY FOR SALE •Simmental •Sim-Angus •Angus

Prickly Pear Simmental Ranch Troy 406-949-1754 Gary 406-439-2360 wheels@mt.net

Bush Fellowship leadership resources available

Resources are available through the Bush Fellowship program for individuals who want to build leadership skills and help tackle their communities’ toughest problems.

The North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension Service has teamed up with the Bush Foundation to provide these resources. Funding ranges from $25,000 to $75,000.

Application deadlines will be staggered.

They are May 4 and July 9.

“NDSU Extension is partnering with the Bush Foundation because the fellowship

program is a great fit with our efforts to help individuals develop leadership skills and solve problems in their communities,” says Extension community economic development and leadership agent Jodi Bruns.

A Bush Fellowship is a four-year commitment. The program provides funding during the first two years of the program.

During the last two years, the Bush Fellows joins the foundation in advancing its goal of building leadership capacity throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and the 23 nations that share geography with the states.

The Bush Fellowship program is based on four core principles: • Knowing yourself first: Effective leadership builds effective relationships that improve a community. Without clarity about your values and beliefs, working with others effectively is impossible.

• Knowing your community deeply: This involves actively listening and learning to access the community’s knowledge and resources.

• Fostering community action to solve a difficult public problem • Managing conflict: This is searching for answers in the differences among people.

“We believe each of these principles needs to be present if solutions to the many tough problems that exist in our communities are to be solved,” Bruns says.

The Bush Fellowship program is for anyone who: • Cares deeply about his or her community and is committed to making it a better place for everyone • Has a desire to work with others in the community, including those with whom they disagree, to find solutions to a difficult problem affecting their community • Understands change needs to happen if communities are going to find solutions to problems and that the change needs to start with him or her • Is passionate about learning and committed to improving his or her leadership to work with others to solve a tough problem • Understands that risk, failure and conflict are not to be feared when working to find solutions to problems but are necessary to make progress • Understands that the solutions to his or her community’s most difficult problems are to be found in the community’s collective wisdom Applications and more details are available at http:// tinyurl.com/bushfellowship.

3M executive Archibald Bush and his wife, Edyth, established the St. Paul, Minn.based Bush Foundation in 1953.

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New technology sheds light on viruses

Black Angus Yearling Bulls For Sale

Contact Hawks Angus at 406-432-5355 or 406-460-1187

By Sandra Avant, Agricultural Research Service Diagnostic tests that rapidly detect disease-causing viruses in animals and humans are being developed by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists using a new technology called “surface-enhanced Raman scattering,” or SERS. With SERS, molecules give off their own unique signals or wavelengths that can be detected with a spectroscope.

Viral molecules are labeled with a dye that makes them detectable when a laser is shone on them. Moving a metal such as gold or silver close to the labeled molecules greatly enhances the detection signal.

Microbiologist William Wilson at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Center for Grain and Animal Health Research in Manhattan, Kansas, used this technology to identify viruses that can cause West Nile fever and Rift Valley fever, both of which are spread by infected mosquitoes.

ARS is USDA’s chief intramural scientific research agency.

Wilson and his collaborators at the University of Wyoming designed a nucleic acid diagnostic assay to bring molecules close to gold nanoparticles in solution. The gold nanoparticles boost the spectroscopic signal from the indicator molecule, making it easier to detect viral nucleic acid from infected cells. They also developed an immunoassay that rapidly detects antibody responses to viruses.

Scientists hope to eventually adapt the assay to field-based bedside or pen-side diagnostic tools. For example, an instrument similar to a dipstick could be used to rapidly determine areas where a disease outbreak is occurring. Veterinarians could take blood samples from animals on farms, put the samples in small vials and read them with a hand-held device to determine if a virus is present.

Another advantage of the assay is that it can be used to test for multiple pathogens, whereas current pen-side tests are generally agent-specific. The sensitivity of the new diagnostic assay is also greater than the current pen-side system and potentially as good as widely used polymerase chain reaction-based tests.

Findings from this research were published in Biosensors and Bioelectronics and Analytical Chemistry.

You’re Invited to our 396th

Saturday, May 19 Whitehall, MT

HAYING MACHINERY - MOTORHOME - REAL ESTATE

Ken Bates - Owner + selected consignments

Ken has been haying just 16 acres with this machinery. It is all in good condition with low hours and excellent maintenance. He is retiring & selling his haying equipment. There are NO small items; the auction will only last a couple hours.

Visit our website www.frontrangeauctions.com or call for a full color brochure.

Registration: 11:00 am Auction Day. SALE AT 12:00 Directions: 1.5 miles South on Highway 55.

WATCH FOR SIGNS.

EQUIPMENT

John Deere 3010 diesel with Farmhand F11 loader, 8 speed, nice low hour unit with 3 point, PTO, 2 remotes, newer tires, good tin and paint. The nicest 3010 we've ever had to sell!

New Holland 495 haybine, 12-ft., swings for transport, excellent condition.

New Holland 283 16/18 baler, PTO, recent knotter work, nice baler.

New Holland 1032 bale wagon, new pump, chains, etc. Very nice unit, stacks 55 16/18; 69 14/18, built-in hydraulics, stack with any PTO 35+ hp tractor.

New Holland 1495 swather, 12-ft. header, gas, cab, shows 2500 hours, looks field ready. Owner says it was field working in 2009. Consigned, call to confirm it is on site before traveling long distances.

1995 Texas Bragg 20-ft. gooseneck, 12,000 gross, heavy duty ramps, straight trailer, newer rubber.

1940 Ford 9N many early features, much recent work, runs well, field ready or good collector.

3 point post hole digger, like new 3 wheel side delivery rake, like new Ferguson 2 bottom roll over plow 8 bale grapple, 3 point

REAL ESTATE

MOTORHOME

1996 Fleetwood Discovery 37-ft. diesel pusher on Freightliner chassis, 300 hp, new Michelin tires, 80,000 miles, near mint condition. A very nice motorhome.

Opening bid $15,000 -- half of book!

STAN HOWE AND ASSOCIATES FRONT RANGE AUCTIONEERS 4433 RED FOX DR. HELENA, MT 59602 406-949-3448 CELL email: stanhowemt@aol.com

1982 --- 30 years of satisfied sellers and buyers --- 2012 Properly Organized — Widely Advertised — Honestly Sold — Promptly Settled

25 acres, 16+ acres irrigated, high production hay ground and 7 acres sub-irrigated pasture with good building sites, 29 shares of water, wheel lines included, feed yard with calving shed and barn, very productive land divided into 2 tracts, one 21 acre tract, one 4 acre tract. Selling as ONE UNIT. Only 1.5 miles from Whitehall, 1/4 mile from the pavement, two miles from I-90 but out in the country, surrounded by ranches. Mountain views, close to great fishing and hunting, good schools and one of the nicest small towns in Montana. A perfect location for a hobby rancher, a small horse operation, a few cows or 4-H animals. A barrel racer or rodeo roper's dream and a great place to raise kids. Buy it on May 19th and your first cutting could be ready by the time you close on the property. Keep it all as one unit or keep the tract you want and sell or lease the other. This place has a lot of opportunity. DON'T MISS THIS ONE!! To see the real estate, call Ken Bates at 406-287-2189 or Stan Howe at 406-949-3448.

We have several other auctions coming up later this summer and fall, including collector cars, coins and guns. Check our website regularly.

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HAY FOR SALE - Round Bales - Net Wrap

1st cutting. .......................................$100

2nd cutting.......................................$120

Phone 279-3296 or 450-6259, Valier, MT

Past-Ur-Time ranch SATURDAY, MAY 19th 10:00 AM Ennis, MT

From Ennis, S on Hwy 287 1.5 miles - towards West Yellowstone. Take a right by cemetery for .6 miles. Watch for signs!

KAMERMAN AUCTION CO.

Auctioneer’s Note: Larry has decided to retire from farming and is offering his equipment for sale by auction. With hay season just around the corner, here is a great opportunity to get ready for the 2012 season. The machinery is ready to go. There are not many small items, so come early - the sale will not last long.

Haying Equipment

*Case IH 8585 3X4 Mid-Size Baler, serial #CFH0142411, 58K Bales, completely gone through in 2011, Auto Greaser, Knotter Fan, Bale Ejector, Roller Chute *Case IH 8555 16” X 18” Small Square Baler, serial #CFH0047119, Quarter Turn Chute, Very Few Bales *Case IH 8312 Pivot Tongue Discbine, serial #CFH0106893, 12’ Cut with new Cutter Bar in 2011, Rubber on Steel Conditioner *Case IH 8312 Pivot Tongue Discbine, serial #CFH0110865, 12’ Cut, rubber on steel conditioner *Pro-Ag Model 12SR, serial #12-K0357, will stack 3X4 & 4X4 Bales, Dual Truck Tires *New Holland Model 1068 Bale Wagon, serial #1175, 2 Wide 9 high, 4X2 Transmission, 460 Gas Engine *Vermeer R23 Twin Basket Rake, Hyd Width, small Front Tires

ATV’s

Tillage & Drill

Tractors & Combine

*Case IH MX 135 Tractor, serial #JKA0114523, 3 pt, MFWD, Cab, Air, 540/1000 pto, 2 remotes, 6470 hrs, 18.4R38 & 14.9R28 tires, Partial Power Shift w/ left hand reverser, sells with Case IH L300 self leveling Loader, Bucket & Grapple *Case IH 7120 Tractor, serial #JJA0007242, MFWD, Cab, Air, 3 pt, 540/1000 pto, 18 speed power shift, 6500 hrs ?, 520/85R38 & 14.9R28 Tires, 1600 hrs on rebuilt engine, sells w/ Dual 310 Self Leveling Loader Bucket & Grapple *Case IH 7210 Tractor, serial #JJA0069640, MFWD, Cab, Air, 3 pt, 18 speed, Powershift, 3 Remotes, 540/100 pto, 480/80R42 & 14.9R30 Tires, 6470 hrs, recent transmission work *New Holland TR85 Combine, serial # 401199, 3208 Cat Engine, Cab, Air, 3170 hrs, Grain Loss Monitor, Hydro Transmission, Model 970 24’ Direct Cut Header, 5 Bat Reel

*1998 Honda Foreman 4X4, 450 cc ES & manual shift, 3K miles, brand new tires, street legal, excellent *2002 Polaris 700 Twin 4X4, Custom exhaust, Chrome Rims, 2700 miles, street legal, like new Registration will begin @ 9 AM Day of the Sale - ID Required.

Terms: Cash or Bankable Check

For more info & complete listing www.wkauction.net KAMERMAN AUCTION CO. Wes Kamerman (406) 282-6009 or (406) 580-2202

*Case IH Model 5800 Chisel Plow, 19’ w/ Hyd fold Wings, 12” centers, Sweeps, with mounted Flexicoil Bar Harrow *John Deere, Model TD230 Tandem Disc, 21’ Width, Dual Hyd Wings, 9” space, Scrapers *John Deere Model 3945 4 Bottom Switch Plow *John Deere Model 9350 Grain Drill, 2 - 8’ Sections, 1 – 10’ Section, 7” spacing, grass/alfalfa boxes, dual compartment for grain & fertilizer, double disc, with 3 drill hitch, hydraulic lift & transport

Sprayer, Spreader & Misc

*John Deere, Model 450, hydro push Manure Spreader *Century Sprayer 56’ Boom, ND-Tips, PTO Pump, 300 gal tank on trailer * Kuker Slide In Pick Up Sprayer, 45’ boom, 300 gal tank *Pro-Ag Model 5000 VE Bale Claw w/ L300 Mounts * Myers 8’ 3 pt VDitcher *Farmhand 10 pack Bale Clamp * BearCat Grinder Mixer *Gooseneck 20’ Flat Bed Trailer (non titled) * Bumper Pull 20’ Flat Bed Trailer (non titled) *6” X 40’ Grain Auger, Hydraulic Drive *Steel Flat Bed Box for pick-up * 3 Pt Snow Blower * Morrison Gas powered Wheel Barrow * Gas Powered Asphalt Packer – smaller * Pick up Tool Box * several nice Rubber Floor Mats *2 – Space Heaters

eXtension hosts free webinars in May

All you need is a computer and an internet connection to learn from eXtension webinars. You can chat and participate in question and answer sessions. All webinars are free and available nationwide. The times listed are Eastern Time so adjust the viewing time for Central, Mountain, Pacific, Alaska and Hawaii-Aleutian Time.

Experts from land-grant universities, government and industry host the webinars. eXtension.org, the online information delivery program of the Cooperative Extension System, is an educational resource you can trust to take the best university-based research and turn it into hands-on practical information.

Webinar details From the Organic Agriculture eXtension learning community Tuesday, May 15 -- Organic Weed Management on Livestock Pastures 2:00 to 3:15 p.m. Eastern Time Weeds in the organic pasture can reduce the quantity and the stand life of desirable forage plants. These unwanted plants can be more aggressive than existing or desired forage species and compete for light, water and nutrients. Weeds may also diminish the quality and palatability of the forage available for livestock grazing, and certain weed species are potentially poisonous to grazing animals. Sid Bosworth, associate Extension professor from the University of Vermont, will address several approaches to organic weed management, including weed species identification and their lifecycles. http://learn.extension.org/events/505 From the Animal Manure Management eXtension learning community Friday, May 18 -- Nitrates in Groundwater 2:30 to 3:40 p.m. Eastern Time Agriculture relies on the addition of nitrogen in the form of commercial fertilizers and manure to maintain current production levels. Nitrates, a form of nitrogen, can leach through the soil contaminating groundwater, potentially harming human health. Recent California studies reported that 96 percent of all nitrate leached to the groundwater comes from cropland. Satish Gupta, University of Minnesota; Rhonda Miller, Utah State University; Mark Risse, University of Georgia; and Marsha Campbell-Mathews, University of California will discuss nitrate issues from a regional perspective. They will share recent findings in California and the proposed solutions, as well as nitrate issues in the Southeast, Midwest, and Intermountain West. http://learn.extension.org/events/513 From the Network Literacy eXtension learning community Wednesday, May 23 -- Google+: I’m There, What Next?

2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time You’ve signed up for Google+, but now you’re not sure what to do. Or you’ve been using Google+ for a while, but you’d like to learn more ways to use it. Kevin Gamble from eXtension and Stephen Judd from the University of New Hampshire will take a deeper look at Google+ and offer tips and tricks to get the most from the network. http://learn.extension.org/events/507 From the Farm Energy eXtension learning community Friday, May 25 -- Thermochemical Conversion to Biomass to Fuel 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Eastern Time Robert Brown of Iowa State University’s Bioeconomy Institute, will discuss the opportunities and challenges of biomass conversion. http://learn.extension.org/events/511 About eXtension eXtension, http://www.extension.org, is a network of researchers and educators from Cooperative Extension Services across the United States, government agencies and industry. eXtension is an educational resource that takes university-based research and turns it into practical information people can use to solve today’s problems and develop skills to build a better future. Experts provide unbiased information in more than 40 resource areas including agriculture and animals, community and economics, energy and environment, home and family, and yard and garden.

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Holman Hereford HOME FARM AND RANCH AUCTION

Hayden Hammontree, Hobson, Montana was awarded the Starter Flock for 2011.

Columbia Starter Flock available

Members of the Montana Columbia Sheep Association will be awarding a “Starter Flock” consisting of 4 Registered Columbia Ewes of breeding age to a lucky recipient at the Montana Columbia Show and Sale that will be held in Lewistown, Montana on August 25th, 2012. This is the 13th year for the “Starter Flock” award.

For more information or an application contact Luanne Wallewein at 937-2775 or email her at www.wallywld@ northerntel.net Applications are due before August 1st. .

Applicant requirements are: Any Montana youth 11 to 16 years of age.

Must have the facilities to keep them, and the ability to care for the flock.

Must have the support from parents, and name a Montana Columbia Sheep Breeder as a sponsor.

The flock must be maintained for 3 years. Only registered Columbia rams can be used for the 3 years. We ask that the recipient show the animals in their local fair and in the Junior Show at the Montana Columbia Show and Sale in August each year.

At the end of 3 years the flock & their progeny become the sole property of the recipient to manage as they choose.

Check alfalfa for frost damage

AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Keith and Sandy have been in the county for years and have decided to liquidate.

Several producers reported that alfalfa fields have been exposed to temperatures well below freezing recently.

Whether these low temperatures will kill alfalfa plants depends on many factors, such as the maturity of the alfalfa, duration of the freezing temperature and soil water level.

Dwain Meyer, North Dakota State University (NDSU) professor emeritus in the Plant Sciences Department, noted that several years ago, he saw alfalfa survive a 14-degree frost with less than 30 percent stem kill and more mature stems killed at 25 degrees.

To check for damage after a frost occurs, wait until the air temperature recovers, which usually is the same afternoon.

A hard frost will cause the alfalfa stems to “shepherd hook” or act as a lazy stem. If the stems straighten after a warming period, the stem is uninjured and will resume normal growth.

If the stem does not straighten up following a frost, it has been killed and will start to dry out.

“However, even the reported low temperatures won’t hurt the alfalfa,” says Marisol Berti, NDSU associate professor in the Plant Sciences Department. “It might set it back, but the recommendation is to do nothing. Even if some of the alfalfa was damaged, regrowth will start again from the axillary buds in the crown.”

Montana Natural Resources Youth Camp

Youth, ages 14-18, are invited to spend a week this summer learning about natural resources through a series of hands-on experiences in Montana’s outdoors. For 25 years, the Montana Natural Resources Youth Camp (MNRYC) has provided an opportunity for high school age students to study the scientific principles, economic realities, historical heritage, and social perspectives of natural resource management.

As the future decisions of how our natural resources are managed will be made by the youth of today, the camp aims to provide an experience that inspires a personal and professional desire to learn about conservation and management of Montana’s natural resources.

That is why we are inviting youth ages 14-18 to spend one week (July 15th-20th, 2012) learning about Montana’s natural resources in the rustic setting of the Lubrecht Experimental Forest east of Missoula. The accommodations are comfortable, the food is great, and the instruction and friendships are the best.

Enrollment is open now and qualified campers are accepted on a first-come basis. The fee for camp is $200 which includes meals, supplies, and lodging. Campers are encouraged to contact their local Conservation District for sponsorship, which could cover much of the camp fee.

An optional program, the Conservation Leadership School (CLS) will also be offered. CLS is available for returning campers only (fee: $250). It provides an advanced curriculum focused on working landscapes and the watershed approach in Montana. CLS includes an overnight camping trip into the mountains and a career fair.

Campers in both programs learn about wildlife, forests, streams, soils, geology, range management, and multiple land-use and the challenges of applying these disciplines in on-the-ground management. In between the field sessions, taught largely by natural resource agency and industry professionals, campers will spend a half-day rafting the Alberton Gorge, participate in special evening programs, interact with guest speakers, and experience hands-on learning-through-discovery.

For additional information as well as the camp application, visit the camp website www.mnryc.org or contact Camp Director Martin Twer by phone 406-243-2775 or email martin.twer@cfc.umt.edu.

Effective volunteer recruitment and retention: Part 1

By Suzanne Geppert, SDSU Extension Finding individuals who are committed and passionate about working with youth is vital to positive outcomes for youth, families, and communities. The staff who work directly with youth organizations represent an essential component in creating environments that facilitate positive development. The question that many of us face in recruiting these volunteer positions is “How can we attract and retain qualified individuals?” The Harvard Family Research Project (HFRP) emphasizes the critical link between youth outcomes and positive relationships between young people and skilled staff. Constant change in volunteers threatens the development of such relationships and inhibits the implementation of effective programs.

Retention of volunteers begins with Recruitment!

Quality recruitment strategies prove to be a critical first step in successful retention of competent volunteers. It is important that recruitment is deliberate. Create strategies that will be successful in finding the right candidate.

Don’t be afraid to put the time, money and energy into securing the right person. Here are a few easy steps to follow as stated in the “Capturing Promising Practices in Recruitment and Retention of Frontline Youth Workers”.

April, 2006.

1. Provide Incentives 2. Capitalize on Technology 3. Create Specific Strategies for College-Age Workers 4. Reach Out for Diversity 5. Prepare Youth to be Youth Workers In part two of this series we will be discussing the retention of volunteers. Now that we have them…how do we keep them!

For more information on volunteer practices go to www.4-H.org.

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Soybean-corn ratio, plantings and returns

By Donald Guthmiller, SDSU Extension Crops Business Management Field Specialist for parts of South Dakota. Those same net One of the biggest questions as spring returns in the early spring of 2011 were at corn planting happens, is how many acres least $200 per acre more in favor of corn will be planted to corn and soybeans. The over soybeans. In fact those returns a year old soybean-corn ratio is giving different ago also favored corn-on-corn compared to signals than earlier this year with both the soybeans on a statewide basis. new crop soybean-corn futures markets The soybean-corn price ratio is a simple price spread and the net returns per acre measure of the price for corn versus soycomparisons in South Dakota. beans using the November soybean futures Since January 2012, the net crop returns divided by the December corn futures prichave changed from strongly in favor of es. The ratio in mid-March was 2.32. This corn to a more equal basis with soybeans means that the futures price of soybeans in March in South Dakota. This is using a was 2.32 times the price of corn. This gencorn yield of 150 bushels and 40 Bushel erally works indicating the direction of the soybeans and new crop cash prices in maswitch between US corn and soybean plantjor corn producing areas of eastern South ings prior to the USDA planting intentions Dakota. Using $150 per acre cash rent, the report. The April 9th 2012 Soybean-Corn net returns over all costs brought a return of futures spread is 2.52 using the 2012 new $70 per acre for corn with $4.75 new crop crop soybeans futures to 2012 new crop cash price and $116 per acre for soybeans corn futures. This is compared to a spread with a $13 new crop cash price. Yields and the first week of January of 2.02. prices play a large role in the net return The CME Group also reports a synthetic per acre. Biotech corn has increased yields soybean-corn ratio daily for most traded faster than soybean yields in South Dakota months using the monthly underlying fuover the past 10 years. tures trading but does not report the typical Higher yielding corn will likely have a new crop soybeans-corn spread. New crop higher net return than good soybean yields soybean futures have gained roughly $2 a bushel since January while the new crop corn futures have lost roughly 40 cents a bushel.

Another comparison is to look at the USDA planting intention reports each year.

The March 15th soybeancorn ratio was 2.32 and the March 2012 USDA planting intention report was 95.9 million acres of corn and 73.9 million acres of corn for a total of 169.8 million bushels. This means 56.5% of the acres are projected to be corn and 43.5% of the acres are projected to be soybeans. Last year the March 15th soybean-corn ratio was 2.26 and the planting intentions report was 92.2 million acres of corn and 76.6 million acres of soybeans for a total of 168.8 million acres of corn and soybeans. That gives 54.6 percent corn and 45.4 percent soybeans for 2011. The March 15th 2010 soybean-corn ratio was 2.33 and the 2010 planting intention report was 88.8 million acres of corn (53.2% of the total acres) and 78.1 million acres of soybeans (46.8% of the total acres) for a total of 166.9 million acres.

This gives you some history to consider as you work on planting corn and soybean acres.

Finally, weather can also influence the amount and ratio of corn and soybean plantings even after all the relevant price relationships are analyzed. Early springs can increase wheat plantings that may have been planted to corn or soybeans. Likewise, late wet springs will favor increasing soybean acres over corn. Ethanol production, price and demand also affect the soybean corn ratio.

NDSU riders advance to national competition

North Dakota State University (NDSU) Western equestrian team member Hannah Beyer is advancing to national competition May 3-5 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Beyer, a junior from Rapid City, South Dakota, qualified for the finals by earning the title of reserve champion overall in advanced horsemanship in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association semifinal competition March 24-25 in Harrington, Delaware.

Also at the Harrington semifinals, NDSU rider Leslie Miller, a freshman from Fergus Falls, Minnesota, finished seventh overall in beginner horsemanship, and Ashley Lindell, a junior from Solway, Minnesota, placed eighth overall in open horsemanship.

“This was a great experience for the team members,” says coach Tara Swanson. “The riders had excellent performances against some exceptional competition.”

The top four finishers in each division at three semifinal competitions move on to national competition.

“Many of the NDSU riders who competed at semifinals this year will be returning to ride for the team next year, and this experience will help them prepare to qualify again in the future,” Swanson says.

NDSU rider Shannon Voges, a senior from Courtland, Minnesota, also has earned a trip to nationals by being named the Zone 7 Region 3 high point rider. She received this title by accumulating the most regional points throughout the show season in open horsemanship and reining events. She will compete in the American Quarter Horse Association high point rider classes at nationals.

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Auctioneer’s Note:

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FARM EQUIPMENT

NDSU rider Hannah Beyer shows off the ribbon she received as reserve champion overall in advanced horsemanship in Intercollegiate Horse Show Association semifinal competition in Harrington, Delaware.

New ‘Market Journal’ mobile-phone app available

“Market Journal” is now available on iPhones, iPads and Android phones thanks to a new mobile-phone application from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

The app lets viewers access clips from the awardwinning program, as well as end-of-the-day futures prices, Nebraska daily elevator prices, local weather and agricultural news from several sources. The iPhone and Android versions even allow users to submit their agricultural photos and ask questions of the program’s experts, which may be addressed on future programs.

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TOOLS

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Cattle prices decline following poor packer margins

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The direction Choice and Select cutout values will take in the near term is uncertain and will partially depend on the extent of the impact on the whole beef sector of current negative consumer responses to lean finelytextured beef (LFTB). According to industry and analysts’ estimates, LFTB contributed 3 to 6 percent of total lean beef supplies.

If producers of ground beef products move away from using LFTB, they will need to find alternative lean beef sources or other substitutes to replace it in final products. With cow inventories at low levels, cow slaughter—a primary source of lean beef for ground products—is expected to decline and likely lead to higher cow prices and prices for lean processing beef. However, higher cow prices could provide incentive to slaughter cows rather than keeping them for breeding, which will lead to a short-term increase in lean Liquid - DrY - Anhydrous beef supplies at the expense of rebuilding the herd and increasing beef supplies in a longer 2-3-year time horizon.

If demand for lean processing beef strengthens, prices for imported beef—the primary alternative source for lean processing beef—may also increase because of general low worldwide supplies of beef available for export. In addition to generally weaker wholesale beef prices, prices for 50-percent lean trim have declined sharply, in large part “Your Crop Production Specialist” Kremlin, Montana because the reduced production of LFTB lessened the need for those portions of 50-percent trim used to produce LFTB and to blend with LFTB to produce ground products. As a result, prices for 50-percent trim have declined by 50 percent from March 1 through April 9, 2012 (5-day moving averages, Daily National Carlot Meat Report).

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The 95.9 million acres expected to be planted in corn in 2012 should alleviate some of the pressures on cattle feeders’ profit margins, but likely not until the new crop is harvested. Drought conditions in the Southern Plains and Southwestern United States appear to be moderating as La Niña transitions into a more normal weather pattern, and—along with expectations for more normal yields—prospects for pasture availability in 2012 are improving.

However, there is anecdotal evidence that Southern and Southwestern cattlemen are hedging their bets by buying stockers rather than cows to graze this summer. This strategy could also serve to reduce grazing pressure on drought-damaged pastures, allowing pasture plants a chance to recover from 2011 drought effects. By restocking with stockers rather than cows, cattlemen are effectively delaying the rebuilding of national cow inventories compared with the timing originally anticipated. The heavy rate of cow slaughter observed during the first quarter of 2012 will also affect the calf crop in 2012, likely to be down slightly as a result, and could also adversely affect the January

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Warm winter may bring early insects

While the near-record warm winter Ohio has experienced this year will cause some insects to appear earlier than normal, whether or not the bugs will impact field crops negatively depends more on the weather in spring, the variety of insect, and how early or late farmers decide to plant this year, an Ohio State University Extension entomologist said.

Insects such as the bean leaf beetle, which damages soybeans, the corn flea beetle, which targets corn, and the alfalfa weevil will likely be seen earlier than normal this year, said Ron Hammond, who also has an appointment with the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center.

The reason?

This winter is the warmest winter experienced nationwide since 2000 and the fourth-warmest winter on record, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. This was caused because the jet stream, which divides the cold air to the north from the warm air to the south, settled at a much higher latitude this year, the federal agency said.

The warmer weather will cause insects to come out earlier to feed and become more active in the months before spring, Hammond said.

In addition, many insects migrate from southern areas, such as black cutworm, true armyworm and potato leafhopper, he said, noting that their development is affected by weather conditions farther south. Whether they migrate earlier or not into Ohio will depend on the weather conditions later this spring, he said.

But the impact these bugs can have on field crops depends more on the stage of crop development and growth, Hammond said.

“If insects arrive in fields early but no crop is even planted, this could lead to greater mortality if they cannot find alternative hosts,” he said. “However, if the insect arrives or begins feeding earlier when crops are smaller in size, a greater potential for injury exists.”

However, corn flea beetles in particular, and their ability to vector Stewart’s bacterial wilt, is of concern this year because of the warmer winter temperatures, Hammond said.

In fact, more corn flea beetles are expected this year, significantly increasing the potential for Stewart’s bacterial wilt.

But farmers can mitigate the damage if they scout their fields earlier and with more tenacity, he said.

“We recommend that growers scout, scout, scout,” Hammond said. “Growers need to be out in their fields to be aware of the insects they’re dealing with and pay more attention this year, especially in the crop rows, because more insects may be waiting for crops to come out of the ground.”

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National Beef Quality Audit benchmarks beef industry progress

By Lynn Gordon, SDSU Extension Results will soon be tallied on the comprehensive benchmark study called the National Beef Quality Audit (NBQA) which provides the beef industry with the current baseline of beef production and processing parameters.

The 2011 NBQA study is currently being conducted by meat scientists at leading land-grant universities. Phase 1 of the project includes face-to-face interviews with government, allied industry, packers, food service, distributors, and purveyors to gather data on the quality attributes of beef.

During the interviews, beef supply chain representatives, are asked to define traits and rank the traits that are most important to their sector of the industry. They are also asked to indicate their willingness to pay for those different attributes given the priorities set for their business.

Phase two of the project is where meat science researchers spend time in the packing plants conducting cooler audits to quantify quality attributes of the carcasses being processed. These audits are conducted throughout the year and across the regions of the U.S., so that no specific time frame or location impacts the results. A longlist of quality characteristics such as ribeye size, fat thickness, marbling characteristics, carcass weight, quality and yield grade, and many more characteristics are measured and collected to determine the benchmark data.

U n i q u e i n t h e 2 0 11 NBQA— that has not been a component of past audits — is the inclusion of feedback from cattle producers. Producers including feeders, stockers, cow-calf operators and seedstock producers have had the opportunity to provide input to shed light on the quality-based practices implemented at the grassroots production levels.

The NBQA is funded by the beef check-off and has become an important benchmark in the industry. The first audit was conducted in 1991 and follow-up studies have been conducted approximately every four years. The beef industry has heavily-relied on the audit results to provide education to producers and beef industry suppliers in efforts to gain a greater understanding about beef production. Beef quality management practices have been influenced by results such as an aggressive industry campaign to reduce injection-site lesions and steps to enhance tenderness and consistency.

Final results of the 2011 NBQA are currently being tallied with an estimated release date of the complete project findings in late May. SDSU Extension will feature complete results from the NBQA in future iGrow beef columns.

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Eating right for older adults includes low-fat dairy, less salt and calories

The basics of eating right are the same no matter a person’s age. However, for older adults, making small adjustments will help them continue to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

In general, people of all ages should focus on eating fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy and lean proteins, but when it comes to older adults, there are a few special considerations, said Janice Hermann, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension nutrition specialist.

“All of us should to try to fill half our plates with fruits and vegetables, make at least half our grains whole grains, monitor the calories and get some exercise,” Hermann said. “Older adults also should consider switching to lower fat versions of milk, yogurt and cheese, as well as watching portion sizes and sodium intake.”

How to increase calcium and vitamin D Older adults require more calcium and vitamin D for healthy bones, Hermann noted.

So, finding ways to incorporate three servings of fat-free or low-fat milk, yogurt or

cheese each day can be helpful, and a simple switch to lower fat options does not reduce essential nutrients or calcium. A serving in the dairy group is equal to 1 cup of milk or yogurt, 1 1/2 ounces of natural cheese or 2 ounces of processed cheese.

“Choosing fat-free or low-fat milk and yogurt more often than cheese has the added benefit of increasing potassium, and almost all milk and many yogurts also are fortified with vitamin D,” she said.

For those who are lactose intolerant, lactose-free milk and calcium fortified soy beverages are viable alternatives.

How to eat less Enjoying food, but eating less is a key theme in the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Since older adults usually need fewer calories compared with younger people, this advice carries even more weight, Hermann said.

“Older adults looking for ways to control portion sizes can try using smaller plates, bowls and glasses at meal times,” she said.

“Cooking most meals at home is a good strategy, too, and when you do eat out, pick lower calorie menu options and lean toward dishes with vegetables, fruits and whole grains.”

Whether at home or in a restaurant, large portions can always be divided and shared or saved for later, Hermann continued.

How to reduce sodium When it comes to sodium, the daily recommendation for most adults is no more than 2,300 milligrams, the equivalent of about 1 teaspoon of salt. However, for adults age 51 and older, African-Americans of all ages and people with high blood pressure, diabetes or chronic kidney disease, the daily recommendation drops significantly to 1,500 milligrams.

One of the easiest ways to reduce sodium is to lower the amount added while cooking meals and removing the salt shaker from the dinner table.

“Try using spices, herbs, garlic, vinegar or lemon juice as seasonings. Black or red pepper, basil, curry, ginger or rosemary are other options,” Hermann said. “Also, remember that fresh foods are generally lower in sodium, and most fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables are naturally low in sodium, which is another good reason to add vegetables and fruits to meals.”

In the grocery store, select foods labeled “low sodium” or “no salt added,” and in dining out situations, older adults should consider choosing lower sodium menu items and requesting that sauces and salad dressing are served on the side.

For more information on the dietary guidelines and older adults, Hermann suggested contacting the local Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service office and visiting www.chooseMyplate.gov.

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A fledgling Kalispell juice company and a Bozeman salad greens producer are among a dozen recipients that will receive a total of $218,500 in grants through the state’s Growth Through Agriculture program.

“The goal of the GTA program is to provide financial assistance to develop new products or innovative ideas that enhance and add value to our Montana’s agricultural industry,” said David Tyler, chairman of the Montana Agricultural Development Council. “Companies who received the grants are required to match the investment, bringing the total expenditure for these projects to nearly a half million dollars.”

Among the grant recipients is Kalispell Bottling Company, who will purchase equipment for the start-up of a fruit juice processing and bottling company in Kalispell. Converting perishable fruit into a shelf-stable beverage will expand the market for produce and permit year-round, rather than seasonal, sales. The operation can utilize any fruit grown in the region, and hopefully will increase the efficiencies of local orchards and fruit processors.

“We believe this new facility will help many orchards in the Flathead Valley make better use of their fruit and see bigger profits by creating value-added products,” said Jen DeSmul, General Manager of Kalispell Bottling Company.

“The GTA grant will really help us get this project off the ground.”

Gallatin Valley Botanicals will use their GTA grant to extend the growing season and expand the capacity of their specialty salad greens production near Bozeman. The proposed season extension project will enable the farm operation to nearly double their sales of more than 120 varieties of vegetables, herbs, and berries to individuals and commercial clientele.

“Through this expansion, we will be able to grow and sell more produce year round, creating more loyalty and demand for locally-grown products.” said Jacy Rothschiller, co-owner of Gallatin Valley Botanicals. “We’ll also be creating new jobs within Montana’s agricultural sector. It is truly a win-win for customers, local agriculture, and the state of Montana.”

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Farm conservation practices not only preserve soil and water, but they also can save growers money, says a Purdue Extension agronomist.

Techniques such as no-till and subsurface nutrient banding can keep soils productive, protect nutrients from runoff, lessen the amount of fuel farmers use and reduce labor costs.

“Farmers should always keep conservation practices in mind because it’s important to the stewardship of the soils they farm and because it’s important to their economics, whether it’s capital costs, operating costs or the overall labor investment they put into each acre,” Tony Vyn said.

While the adoption of no-till soybean systems has been widespread, no-till corn systems have not gained as much momentum. Vyn said that even though no-till corn can be successful, there also are other con-

servation tillage methods growers can try.

Conservation methods “Time and time again we continue to show very good results from no-till and strip-till when corn follows soybeans or wheat in rotation,” he said. “We’ve only been stymied a bit in no-till success for corn following corn on finely textured and poorly drained soils. But, aside from that, it’s been surprising how well the no-till and strip-till systems have done, even in progressively higher residue-producing fields associated with increased crop yields and planting corn at higher plant densities.”

Strip tillage is a method that disturbs only ground cover where farmers will actually plant crops. It offers the potential for deep nutrient banding and provides warmer, dryer berms to plant into.

Vertical tillage is another option. In this, farmers redistribute surface residue and only shallowly penetrate soils. It helps the near-surface soil dry faster and can allow earlier planting.

When it comes to conserving nutrients, tillage systems matter. Broadcast- or surface-applied nutrients have a higher likelihood of runoff, especially during a big rain.

Vyn said this could especially be a problem with broadcast-applied phosphorus.

“Long-term, systems that conserve nutrients as a whole would be enhanced even more if we began to think through our farming practices to try and deliver more subsurface banded application, particularly of phosphorus and certainly nitrogen as well,” he said.

Applying nutrients subsurface and adopting no-till also has shown promise in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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Yo Never Quit Smoking 5 year old grade mare by Pat Cowan by Sun Frost and out of a Frosty Feature mare, she’s very gentle, was used calving last year, she’s the real deal!

Tiger Stripe Lynx 6 year old Palomino mare. Head’s up healers, breakaway ropers or pole benders! She’s a little power horse, has had a lot of ranch riding and roping, beautiful Palomino mare!

Featuring Chic Olena 5 year old gray mare, fancy and sweet, 14.3 hands, she’s well broke and bred to watch a cow, she is by a Smart Chi Olena Son and out of a Frosty Feature Mare, ride her or breed her, she’s a good looking gray mare.

CRI Frosty Jitterbug 3 year old dun mare with zebra stripes on her legs and a big dorsal stripe down her back help to make her flashy, 30 days riding this spring, never bucked and she wants to be your buddy.

Wyo. Lady Di 6 year old sorrel brood mare that I purchased as a yearling at Bill Smith’s sale, Jackie Bee bred mare, never was broke to ride.

We will be selling 4 AQHA yearling fillies. Bloodlines include Sugar Bars, Sun Frost, Blue Valentine and Frosty Feature and Sandy Jack Jordan on their papers.

DRAFT HORSES SELLING

Roman & Bella 11 year old gray Percherons, brother and sister, broke and formally owned by the President of the North Dakota Draft Horse Association, been used on lots of farm machinery and lots of parades, they were driven in the Three Forks Horse Drive this year, broke the best.

Micheal & Schmitty 9 and 10 year old Clydesdale and Percheron geldings, super broke, they have been used at farm shows and used on a ranch feeding cattle, parade safe, been used on several hitches, they were driven in the Three Forks Horse Drive this year. They will be offered as a team or individually.

Clark & Joe 12 and 17 year old black Percheron geldings, they were broke and used by a Wyo. outfitter, were used in long drives over the mountains. I’ve owned them 3 years and have driven them 2 years in the Manhattan Potato Festival Parade, however, I don’t consider them broke the best, they are not for novice teamsters. They will be offered as a team or individually.

Dolly & Madison 6 and 9 year old registered Percheron black mares. They have both been driven single and double and also ridden, real gentle but not finished as a team, Iowa and North Dakota bred. They will be offered as a team or individually.

Also selling several Halflinger and small ponies broke to ride and drive.

If you like horses and horse equipment, we invite you to our place for Two Big Auction Days Saturday, June 2nd and Sunday, June 3rd.

ALSO SELLING SATURDAY & SUNDAY JUNE 2 & 3

2011 Dodge 3500 dually, 6.7 diesel 16, 4 wheel drive, loaded to the max, 30,000 miles, selling because it’s too fancy for me!

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Several buggies and horse drawn equipment of all kinds.

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Sunday, June 3rd

STROMME FAMILY HORSE AUCTION - Selling 50 head ABSOLUTELY NO CONSIGNMENT HORSES

We have been in the horse business for 40 years, raising Quarter Horses and Percheron Draft Horses in North Dakota and Montana. This year our family decided to conduct our own family horse auction at our outfit near Manhattan, MT. So this June 3rd we will be selling about 50 head of broke horses that we personally hand picked for this sale. We will have AQHA ranch broke geldings and mares, Percheron draft teams broke the best, started and finished team roping horses, gentle ponies and halflingers broke to ride and drive, and a few AQHA yearling fillies.

Tracing to Blue Valentine • Sugar Bars • Frosty Feature & Sunfrost HORSES SELLING

FR Crimson Phoenix 7 year old double bred Frenchmans Guy gelding, been ranch rode, roped on and started on barrels. ATTENTION: Barrel racers and ropers, he’s a dandy!

CLB Blue Clay 17 year old Blue Valentine, blue roan gelding, he’s done it all, a finished heading horse.

Spider Nugget 5 year old son of Briggs stallion “Along Came a Spider” and grandson of my old Sugars Bars stallion “Roy R. Sweet”, big 15 hand+ gelding, super ranch gelding, been roped on, would make a heading horse, he will pull from the horn!

CC Panama Moon real nice 4 year old red roan gelding, broke and used on a ranch, has been roped on, he is a good looking dude.

Captain AQHA 11 year old grulla, Dash for Cash bred gelding, this guy has a nice walk, a good honest gelding that has done just about everything on a ranch.

Moose A grade 13 year old quarter horse gelding, big 16 hands, gentle broke, he will really cover country.

Gunsmoke 10 year old grade dun gelding, gentle, gentle, gentle, any kid that can ride will love him, he is my granddaughter’s favorite, tailor made for the young and older senior citizens.

Smokey The cow horse, AQHA Hancock Sugar Bars bred gelding, ranch broke, been roped on, 16 years old, niece rides him.

Biscuit 8 year old very gentle, well broke gelding, ranch roped on, satin buckskin colored but registered with the Paint Association.

Royal 7 year old black “Boston Mac” bred gelding, good looking, will really watch a cow, been ranch roped on, gentle, my granddaughter rides and really likes him.

Casper 5 year old 900 lb. sorrel gelding, broke to drive single and also broke to ride, gentle and nice.

Pepsi smaller 5 year old gentle gelding, broke to ride and would make a good buggy horse.

Pappy 4 year old red roan/Appaloosa gelding, rides good and would make a traveling ranch horse or arena prospect, sharp looking bald face and 4 white socks.

Mike 11 year old paint gelding, big (1400 lbs.) and kid gentle, my 6 year old grandson rides him, if you like them big and fool proof you will like him.

Red Rock Hollywood 2 year old son of Galts stallion “Barons Red Rock by Mr. Baron Red and Peppy San Badger and Hollywood Dun It”, bred on the bottom, been saddled but not ridden, he will be the kind when he’s broke.

Commanders Joe AQHA chestnut stallion, star, no other markings, foaled May 1, 2004, sired by Fritz’s Pride by Friendly Fritz by Fritz Command on the top side and his dam is Tylers Little Angel by Major Tyler Moore by Major by Major Bonanza. A very nice and royally bred stallion, sound and ready to breed, breeder was Klatt Quarter Horses of Killdeer, ND.

To view pictures of horses go to www.sidstromme.com & click on ‘Auctions’.

AUCTIONEERS & RINGMEN *Ted Odle *Zane Burns *Reece Burns *Stan Buckholz Cash, Check or Credit Card • LUNCH AVAILABLE

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DODGE ‘01 transfer case for Cummins diesel..............Call ‘01 Dakota automatic transmission.......... $400 ‘00 318 V8 engine.... $700 ‘00 1/2-ton 4x2 rear axle... ............................. $600 ‘00 Dakota 4x4 automatic transmission......... $500 ‘99 Durango 5.9 automatic transmission......... $650 ‘99 Dakota transfer case.. ............................. $500 ‘98 Dakota, transfer case. .............................. $500 ‘98 1/2-ton parts..........Call ‘96 Dakota 4x4 automatic transmission..........$650 ‘96 Dakota front and rear axle assembly........ $475 ‘95 3/ 4-ton 4x2 5-speed transmission......... $800 ‘95 318-V8 for Dakota...... ............................. $700 ‘95 Dakota 4x4 transfer case...................... $600

TOYOTA ‘97 4-Runner 3.4 V6 engine.................... $800 ‘97 4-Runner 4x4 auto trans................... $600 ‘95 4-Runner, 5-speed transmission....... $500 ‘93 5 speed transmission for V-6................. $750 ‘87 rear axle............. $250 ‘87 front axle... .........$250

‘95 3/4-ton 4x2 rear axle... ............................. $500 ‘95 Dakota 4x2 5-speed transmission......... $500 ‘95 1500 4x4 transfer case...................... $500 ‘93 3/4-ton front and rear axles, 3.55 gears.......... .................... $650 each ‘91 3/4-ton 4x4 front axle... ............................. $600 ‘91 Caravan AWD auto transmission.......... $550 ‘90 205 transfer case for automatic.............. $650 ‘89 Dakota front and rear axle assembly........ $500 ‘89 4x4 1/2-ton auto transmission................. $425 ‘84 Ram 1/2-ton, 318 V8 motor..................... $500 ‘84 Ram 1/2-ton, 4-speed transmission......... $300 ‘80 W250 front and rear axles..................... $500 ‘74 transfer case...... $300

NISSAN ‘04 XTerra engine.. $1250 ‘04 XTerra manual transmission................. $950 ‘95 4x2 automatic transmission................. $650 ‘93 Pathfinder automatic transmission......... $900 ‘92 4x4 pickup 5 speed transmission...........$500 ‘89 front & rear axles.$350

‘01 GMC 1500 transfer case...................... $500 ‘01 Blazer transfer case... ............................. $300 ‘01 GMC 1500 rearend.... ............................. $500 ‘01 GMC 1500 various body parts...............Call ‘00 5.3L V8 engine... $400 ‘00 Silverado 5.3 engine, 115K miles............ $750 ‘00 S10 4x4 auto...... $600 ‘00 S10 4x4 transfer case...................... $250 ‘00 Silverado 4x4 axle..... ...............................Call ‘99 3/4-ton rear axle.. $450 ‘99 350 V8 engine.... $950 ‘99 6.0 V8 engine..... $800 ‘98 4L60 automatic transmission................. $800 ‘98 1/2-ton auto transmission....................... $650 ‘98 1/2-ton axle assembly.. ............................. $600 ‘98 305 engine......... $600 ‘98 4x4 automatic transmission................. $600 ‘98 transfer case...... $500 ‘97 1/2-ton transfer case.... ............................. $600 ‘97 4x4 4L60E trans.$600 ‘96 S10 4x4 auto trans..... ............................. $500 ‘96 S10 trans case... $450 ‘96 4x4 transfer case.$400 ‘95 6.5 turbo diesel engine..................... $2300

sion (#4L60E)....... $600 ‘92 S-10 4x4 auto transmission.................. $600 ‘92 transfer case...... $500 ‘92 3/4-ton 4x4 rear axle assembly................Call ‘92 transfer case...... $500 ‘91 3/4-ton 4x4 rear axle, 3.73 gears............. $600 ‘90 241 transfer case.$450 ‘89 1-ton single wheel rear axle....................... $650 ‘89 4x4 4-speed transmission....................... $450 ‘86 1/ 2-ton 4x4 transfer case...................... $450 ‘86 1/ 2-ton 4x2 4-speed transmission......... $275 ‘84 C60 5 speed transmission....................... $700 ‘84 3/4-ton 4x2 rear axle... ............................. $500 ‘84 30 2WD auto transmission....................... $400 ‘83 1/2-ton transfer case.... ...............................Call ‘83 1-ton 4x4 transmission....................... $375 ‘81 1-ton 4x4 rear axle..... ............................. $600 ‘81 1/2-ton 4x4 front axle... ............................. $350 ‘81 1/2-ton rear axle..... $350 ‘77 1-ton, 350 engine.$700 ‘77 205 transfer case.$400 ‘77 3/4-ton rear axle..... $300 ‘74 4x4 4-speed transmission....................... $300

##### After putting her grandchildren to bed, a grandmother changed into old slacks and a droopy blouse and proceeded to wash her hair. As she heard the children getting more and more rambunctious, her patience grew thin.

Finally, she threw a towel around her head and stormed into their room, putting them back to bed with stern warnings. As she left the room, she heard the three-year-old say with a trembling voice, “Who was THAT?” ##### When my grandson asked me how old I was, I teasingly replied, “I’m not sure.”

“Look in your underwear, Grandpa,” he advised “Mine says I’m 4 to 6.”

WE SPAN THE DISTANCE

Clear Spans to 120 feet “The rich and the poor have this in common.

The Lord is maker of them all”

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page A29

USED TRACTORS

2005 Case IH MX230 MFD, suspended front axle, 3-point, 320x54 duals, 3400 hours........................................................$95,000

NEW Case IH Magnum 210 CVT

1994 Case IH 7240 MFD, 3-point, DuAl loader, 8827 hours......... ....................................................................................$49,000 International 3688 2WD, loader, grapple......................... Just In 1995 John Deere 8100 MFWD, 3-point, 14.9x46 tires....$49,900 2000 John Deere 7810 MFWD, PowerShift, 3-point, 4 remotes, Quick-Hitch, 14.9x46 tires, 8878 hours.......................$54,000

track machine

USED BALERS

2006 Case IH RBX563 round baler with wide pickup, mesh wrap, endless belts. Good condition, 8000 bales.................$26,000 1999 Case IH RS561 round baler....................................$12,500 1995 Case IH 8465.............................................................$8995 1994 Case IH 8480 soft core..............................................$6995 1991 Hesston 560 round baler...........................................$7500 John Deere 530 round baler, good condition.....................$5500

IN STOCK

USED WINDROWER

Case IH WDX901 self-propelled windrower with 18-ft. auger header................................................................. Just traded

NEW Case CT270

IN STOCK Various attachments available

IN STOCK

NEW

2001 John Deere 4890 with 18-ft. auger header.............$39,000

USED combines & HEADERS

NEW Case IH Magnum 290

IN K Case IH C O T S 235 R LOADE LE B AVAILA

2008 Case IH 7010, yield/moisture monitor, long unloading auger, 400 hours, like new condition....................................$229,000 2009 Case IH 2152, 40-ft. draper header with pickup reel, transport, used one season..........................................Just Traded 2005 MacDon 963 35-ft. draper head with batt reel and gauge wheels. No transport....................................................$31,000

USED SEEDING & TILLAGE

Concord 4710 47-ft. air drill with 10” spacing, Stealth openers and 3000 tow behind cart............................................$30,000 Case IH 415 25-ft. mulcher..............................................$14,000 H&S 12 row, 24” cultivator, guide cones, tunnel shields, flip up discs...............................................................................$4995 Alloway 12 row 24” cultivator with flip up discs, tunnel shields.... .......................................................................................$3995

MISCELLANEOUS

Case 445 skid steer with cab, bucket and 1246 hours.....$32,000 2008 Case 420 series 3, skid steer with bucket...............$24,000 2005 Frontier 18 wheel high-capacity rake. Very good condition..............................................................................$16,000 Brillion 24-ft. mulcher......................................................$13,000 Fox corn chopper................................................................$4995

USED LAWN & GARDEN

Grasshopper 721 with 72” deck, 775 hours.......................$4500 2006 John Deere F687 zero turn mower, 60” deck, bagger, 530 hours...............................................................................$6500

NEW CASE IH Farmall 75A

IN STOCK

75 hp engine, MFD, loader, 3-point and PTO.

NEW CASE IH Farmall 95 MFD, 3-point, PTO

IN STOCK

TRI-COUNTY IMPLEMENT

Sidney, MT • 2429 W Holly Street 406-488-4400 • 1-800-624-6540 • Visit our website at tri-cnty.com www.casecorp.com

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page A30

FUEL TANKS FOR SALE

1–2000 gallon horizontal, 4 years old.

2–1000 gallon horizontal with 110v pumps.

3–500 gallon with stands.

Phone (406) 467-3151, Mitch Konen, Fairfield, Montana

GOETTLICH BROTHERS TRUCKING

CUSTOM HAULING Cattle, hay and flatbed freight

Phone Trent Goettlich, Hilger, MT 406-350-0229 or 406-462-5554

Are replacement heifers going to be ready to breed

By Julie Walker, South Dakota State University

Are your replacement Table 1. heifers ready to breed?

You still have time to change their condition before breeding time. This is the time to assess their present condition and determine if the ration needs to be modified to allow them to hit the target breeding weight.

What is the ideal size/weight/condition for replacement heifers? The literature I grew up with was 60% or 65% of mature weight for British versus Continental Breeds. However, recent research has indi-

cated the replacement heifers can be bred at 50 to 55% of mature weight. I have seen a wide array of heifers at breeding time from heifers over 1000 pounds looking like a finished steers to less than 500 pounds looking a little too much like a freshly weaned calf.

Neither of the extremes would be ideal for most producers.

What is 55 to 65% of mature weight? You can find these estimates in Table 1.

First, you need to know the average size (pounds) of your mature cows. If you don’t have a scale, the next best option to find the weight of your mature cows is cull cow weight. Let’s say your cows weigh 1350 pounds and you want them at 60% of mature size of breeding time. So, the replacement heifers should be weighing 810 pounds at breeding.

Research has shown that heifers reach puberty around 55% of mature weight and heifers weighing from 50 to 65% of mature weight will have adequate reproductive performance over the breeding season. However, more heifers conceived in the first 30 days of the breeding season when they were developed to 55 compared to 50% of mature weight, and heifers developed to 65% of mature weight cycled back sooner after calving compared to heifer developed to 55% of mature weight. Furthermore, all replacement heifers should be at 85 to 90% of their mature size at calving time no matter the percentage of mature weight at breeding time. You will have to determine the nutritional program from breeding to calving.

Over- and under-weight replacement heifers can impact the producers’ bottomline with open heifers. Underdeveloped heifers and over-conditioned heifers may have lower conception rates.

However, over-feeding also cost money and may not be necessary to hit good breed up. In today’s market, prices for open heifers have reduced the sting on open heifers.

However, many producers are only getting a limited number of replacement heifers due to high calf prices, so open heifers may reduce the producer’s cowherd size. ##### Your stomach has to produce a new layer of mucus every two weeks otherwise it will digest itself.

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Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page A32

TRACTORS FOR SALE

5-Minneapolis-Moline tractors. Two ZTS, one ZTU, one RTU and one U. 2-Case SC parts tractors.

Twin City parts tractor.

2-Cockshutt #30 tractors, one runs, one for parts.

Phone Dennis Bedosky (406) 735-4464, Geyser, MT

Generators - Generators - Generators

April 1 Montana snowpack rises above average March was a variable, yet snowy month around the state of Montana, increasing the statewide snowpack for the third month in a row, according to snow survey data from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).

“Storm patterns over the last month have favored the western and northern parts of the state with the Kootenai, Lower Clark Fork and Flathead River basins seeing substantial increases in snow water,” said Brian Domonkos, NRCS water supply specialist.

Most of Montana saw slightly above average snowfall for the month, helping the basins around the state to stay at or slightly above average and allowed southwest Montana to continue recovering from the dry weather and below average snowfall experienced through January 1.

However, some basins in Montana continue to be below average. The Milk River Basin continued to be considerably below average through the month of March, with little improvement from the storms that hit

the rest of the state. The Wind, Big Horn, Powder, Tongue and Lower Yellowstone River basins in Wyoming have made the transition to a spring snowpack with the unseasonably warm temperatures, dropping significantly from the high percentages of average on March 1.

“The warm weather and sunny conditions in the last few weeks in southwest Montana have begun to turn low elevation snow cover into a spring snowpack, while mid to high elevations continue to increase during storms,” Domonkos said. Typically by April 1, Montana has accumulated around 95 percent of its seasonal snow cover, with most basins reaching average maximum snow water equivalent around mid-April.

“With the possibility of a wet April like we experienced last year, we will continue to monitor any accumulations or warm temperatures in the mountains, as the next month’s weather will help dictate timing and volumes of stream flows across the state,” Domonkos said.

For detailed snowpack information go to: http://www.wcc.nrcs.usda.gov/ftpref/data/snow/ basin_reports/montana/wy2012/basnmt2.txt

Northern Hydraulics 800-823-4937 • 406-761-8079 2600 17th St. NE • Black Eagle, MT (Great Falls) • East of Fleet Wholesale www.northernhydraulics.net

Streamflow prospects across the state have increased in all basins except the Yellowstone and Milk River basins since last month. Significant changes in the Yellowstone River basin snowpack decreased forecasts to below average levels.

Above average precipitation during future months would likely increase runoff amounts.

Below are the averaged river basin streamflow forecasts for the period April 1 through July 31. These forecasts assume near normal moisture and runoff conditions February through July.

NOTE: The APRIL-JULY LAST YEAR % OF AVERAGE column above is what was forecast last year, NOT what actually occurred.

For detailed basin streamflow forecast information go to: ftp://ftp.wcc.nrcs.usda.gov/ support/water/provisional_forecasts/montana/mt.txt

Loan rates for wheat, feed grains and oilseeds

The Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) has announced county loan rates for 2012 pulse crops, wheat, corn, grain sorghum, barley, oats, soybeans and other oilseeds (sunflower seed, flaxseed, canola, rapeseed, safflower, mustard seed, crambe and sesame seed).

“The 2012 county loan rates either increased slightly, decreased or remained the same as the 2011 rates,” said Dick Deschamps, Acting State Executive Director for the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Montana. “The most significant change was the $1.40 per bushel average drop in county loan rates for durum. County loan rates for hard red spring wheat also decreased on average by 37 cents per bushel while the loan rate for hard red winter wheat increased by 45 cents per bushel and lentils increased by 51 cents per hundredweight.”

The national loan rates are established by statute and then weighted on the county level based on historical price information. All loan rates for farms that have elected to participate in ACRE are reduced by 30 percent.

Crop

Barley

Canola

Corn

Crambe

Flaxseed

Grain Sorghum Mustard Seed Oats Rapeseed

Safflower Seed Sesame Seed Soybeans

Sunflower Seed Wheat - Durum Wheat - Hard Red Spring Wheat - Hard Red Winter Wheat - Soft White Dry Peas Lentils Small Chickpeas Large Chickpeas

2012 County Loan Rates $1.75 to $2.12 $8.50 to $9.90 $1.97 to $2.24 $7.88 to $10.04 $9.97 to $10.76 $3.02 to $3.69 $9.53 to $10.23 $1.32 $9.84 to $10.78 $8.20 to $9.32 $9.57 $4.42 to $4.89 $8.77 to $10.13 $2.48 to $2.69 $2.67 to $3.02 $2.74 to $3.26 $2.31 to $2.81 $5.19 $10.55 $7.43 $11.28

2011 County Loan Rates

Average Difference

$1.74 to $2.01/bu. $8.48 to $9.95/cwt. $1.96 to $2.23/bu. $7.87 to $10.03/bu. $9.92 to $10.79/cwt. $3.03 to $3.70/cwt. $9.83 to $10.35/cwt. $1.32/bu. $9.78 to $10.80/cwt. $8.23 to $9.35/cwt. $9.62/cwt. $4.43 to $4.90/bu. $8.62 to $10.11/cwt. $3.87 to $4.09/bu. $3.04 to - $3.39/bu. $2.69 to $3.22/bu. $2.31 to $2.81/bu. $5.13/cwt. $11.06/cwt. $7.43/cwt. $11.28/cwt.

$.04 $.20 $.10 $.10 $.46 $.10 -$.21 $0.00 $.65 -$.30 -$.50 -$.10 $.10 -$1.40 $.37

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page A33

American PIPE & SUPPLY CO. Phone 406-873-4148 — Cut Bank, MT

FARMER’S SPECIAL 1980 Patrick AR7 14,000 lb. forklift, 4x4, runs good $7800 obo

AMERICAN

PIPE & SUPPLY CO. Havre, MT Parts — 406-265-5251 Pipe — 406-265-5251

Cut Bank, MT Parts — ­ 406-873-4148 Pipe — 406-873-2258 Yard — 406-873-5087

Driscopipe Polyethylene All sizes in stock Call for price

Used Structural mechanical tubing 11/2” and 13/4” in 20- and 24-ft. lengths, .12 to .140 wall thickness 3

1 /4” – $1.05 ft.

$.45 $0.00 $.06 $.51 $0.00 $0.00

County-specific loan and LDP rates are available on the Montana Farm Service Agency (FSA) website at www.fsa. usda.gov/mt under Daily LDP Rates or you can contact your local FSA office. ##### When Susan found out she was going to be a grandmother for the first time, she said she wanted to be called Gramma.

“However,” said Susan, “I couldn’t have been more delighted when my granddaughter Kailey renamed me when she was one year old. She had come over to visit and I gave her a big hug and told her ‘Gramma loves you.’ She looked up at me very indignantly and said, ‘You’re not Gramma! You’re Grammas.’ I laughed and said, ‘You’re right. You came to Gramma’s house to visit.’” Susan, now the grandmother of three, says she’s thrilled to be called “Grammas” by all her grandchildren. ##### “One day, I was playing with my four-year-old grandson and his race car set.” Later on, he was doing something that wasn’t allowed, and after three warnings, I yelled at him to stop. He came over to me with a long face, head down, and lower lip quivering, and climbed on my lap. He said, ‘I still like you, Nana, but if you talk to me like that again, you might not be able to play with my race car set anymore.’

New full-walled structural square and rectangular steel priced as low as used structural pipe.

Most sizes in stock for fencing, buildings and other projects

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page A34

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Big Sky Equipment

Toll-free 1-800-332-7541 or Conrad local 278-3277

Big Sky Equipment

We are your Vermeer Dealer

O Bale Processors O Hay Rakes O Round Balers

NEW 605 Super M Round Balers IN STOCK

Vermeer 605 Super M net/twine wrap, wide pickup, hydraulic push arm, big flotation tires.

BIG SKY EQUIPMENT 1-800-332-7541 or 406-278-3277 Conrad, Montana

Demco 750 bushel Grain Cart

PTO, 30.5x32 Diamond Tread Tires

Annual Filter & Lubricant Sale

Excellent Savings...

Bring us your order

BIG SKY EQUIPMENT 1-800-332-7541 or 406-278-3277 Conrad, Montana www.4caseih.com

Don’t wait to do your repairs...

Call and schedule your’s today!

Complete combine & swather head repair

AUGERS

Dent Removal, Flight Pitching, Sections or Center Replaced, Straightening & Truing, Flighting Wear Rings or New Flighting

IN STOCK

ROCK GUARDS

Big Sky EquiPMENT

Toll-free 1-800-332-7541 or Conrad local 278-3277

Straw Chopper Program

Control your excessive straw problem with a straw chopper for your Axial-Flow combine.

Toll-free 1-800-332-7541 or Conrad local 278-3277

New Shipment Just arrived

In stock now!!!

Managing your straw has become a critical part of a successful no-till operation. A straw chopper can help to eliminate your problems... in many cases you may be able to limit or eliminate the need for a heavy harrow operation. Call for details on our installation program!

Choppers for all IH and Case IH rotary and most John Deere combines

Big Sky Equipment

Toll-free 1-800-332-7541 or Conrad local 406-278-3277

Rebuilt rock guards using 3/16” TI or 1/4” AR Plate. These rock guards are built with much better material than the original at a much lower price!

Call for repair estimates and scheduling

HEADER TIN

We will replace all or part of the header tin under the auger with heavier than original material that is bent to original specs.

Combine & Swather Headers Case IH, John Deere, Massey, New Holland, Gleaner, White Hart & Carter

Pickup Reels Available – All Sizes

Big Sky Equipment

Toll-free 1-800-332-7541 or Conrad local 278-3277

IN STOCK

1-Farmall 45A MFD with loader, 45 hp

0% Financing on all

NEW McCormick & Case IH tractors (under 100 hp • financing oac)

BIG SKY EQUIPMENT 1-800-332-7541 or 406-278-3277 Conrad, Montana www.4caseih.com

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page A35

JUST TRADED

1998 Case IH 2388 combine, rock trap, yield/moisture monitor.................................... Just Traded 1995 New Holland TR97 combine, 30-ft. header, pickup reel, 13-ft. pickup header, Victory Super 8 attachment, low hours................. Just Traded Case IH 1680 combine, rock trap, grain scan, hydraulic fore/aft, Case IH 1010 30-ft. header, batt reel................................................. Just Traded 1998 Honey Bee SP36 36-ft. draper header, pickup reel, transport................................. Just Traded Case IH 1010 30-ft. header, batt reel.Just Traded Case IH 1010 30-ft. header, pickup reel................. ....................................................... Just Traded 1995 Case IH 1010 15-ft. pickup header, Victory attachment..................................... Just Traded 2003 Buhler Versatile 2145 2WD tractor, loader, 3-pt., dual PTO............................... Just Traded Flexi-Coil System 67XL 90-ft. suspended boom sprayer, EZ boom, windscreens, 1500 gallon tank, Trimble Auto-Rate.................. Just Traded

USED COMBINES

Up to 12-month free financing on all used combines – OAC

USED HAYING EQUIPMENT

USED TRACTORS

2001 MacDon 9350 windrower, 14-ft. hay head, steel conditioner, 1470 hours. Very clean......... $52,500 Case IH 8820 windrower, Cummins engine, cab, 2009 Case IH Steiger 435 4WD tractor, Auto Steer, air conditioning, 21-ft. draper header. Only 1126 55 gpm hydraulic pump, powershift, 5 remotes, hours........................................................ $24,900 710/70x42 tires..................................... Let’s Deal John Deere 580 pull-type windrower, 25-ft. draper.. .................................................................... $4995 Case IH RB564 round baler, net/twine, wide pickup.

Extremely low bale count, like new.......... $38,250 Case IH RBX563 round baler, net/twine, wide pickup, large tires................................................. $22,900 1996 New Holland 664 round baler, twine, Autowrap.

Good shape................................................. $9500 Vermeer 605L round baler, 6x5 bales, twine, floatation tires. Very good condition......................... $12,900 Vermeer 605F round baler, twine.................... $1995 Lely 7 wheel rake. Good condition.................. $1995

USED SPRAYERS

WE’RE DEALIN’ Bring us your offer

Case IH 9250 4WD tractor, 300 hp, powershift, PTO, 20.8x38 duals, 5598 hours. Good condition.......... ................................................................. $59,900

Flexi-Coil System 67XL wheel boom sprayer with 110-ft. booms, 1000 gallon tank, Flexi-Control, excellent....................................................... $23,500 Case IH 1688 combine, rock trap, grain scan........... .......................................................... Just Traded 1984 International 1440 combine, 1491 total hours.

Recent major work done in our shop, cross flow fan, rock trap. In very good condition....... $12,900 2002 Flexi-Coil System 67XL wheel boom sprayer, 114-ft. booms, windscreens, 1500 gallon tank, Auto Rate................................................... $17,900 Flexi-Coil System 65 sprayer, 90-ft. boom, 1000 gallon, Auto Rate........................................... $8995

Case IH DX35 MFD tractor, 35 hp diesel engine, hydrostatic transmission, industrial tires, front end loader. Only 110 hours. Like new............. $21,900

(2) Gleaner R60 combines with 30-ft. headers......... .......................................................... Just Traded

NEW & USED HEADERS

2004 Honey Bee SP36 36-ft. draper header, pickup reel, transport........................................... $35,000 (2) Case IH 1010 30-ft. headers, (1) with pickup reel, (1) with batt reel..............................................Call Case IH 1010 25-ft. header, Love steel tine pickup reel. Has been through our header shop. Good condition...................................................... $8995 Case IH 1015 pickup header with attachment. Good condition............................................ Just Traded International 810 13-ft. pickup header, Rake-up raking pickup. Very little use............................. $8995 New Holland 960 13-ft. pickup header with Sund attachment.................................................. $2995 New Holland 960 13-ft. pickup header less attachment............................................................ $1495 Massey 1859 13-ft. pickup head less attachment..... ...................................................................... $995

2 NEW Case IH 3016

pickup headers with Swath Master pickup attachments

USED VEHICLES

1976 International 1600 cab/chassis with service body, PTO hydraulics, hydraulic crane, air compressor with large capacity tank, extra fuel tank, gin pole crane with winch. An excellent field service unit. Asking $17,900..............Reduced to $15,250

USED INDUSTRIAL

1980 IHC 412B 11-yard elevating scraper with good rubber. Excellent maintenance and ready to work. ................................................................. $24,900

1996 Melroe 218 Spra-Coupe, gas engine, manual transmission, foam marker. Only 516 total hours.

Excellent condition..................................... $12,900

SPECIAL PURCHASE

Only 2 left

We have made a special purchase of NEW Case IH 2015 15-ft. pickup headers with Rake-up and Swathmaster pick-up attachments.

Huge savings and immediate availability!!!

These headers will fit all 1400, 1600, 2100, 2300 and 2500 series International and Case IH combines.

MacDon pickup reels for MacDon and Case IH draper headers (1) 36-ft.......................................... Call for pricing

SAVE UP TO

50%

on custom-made round baler belts and swather canvas. We also repair round baler belts.

McCormick XTX145 MFD tractor, 145 hp, cab, air conditioning, semi powershift, front and rear 3-pt., dual PTO, L175 loader, grapple, approximatley 700 hours. Excellent condition.................... Let’s Deal International 464 utility tractor, gas engine, 3-pt., PTO, International 1850 front end loader, 2650 hours. Good condition................................. $7495 Massey Ferguson 165 2WD, 3-pt., 540 PTO, loader, bucket.......................................................... $6995

New Case IH Farmall Tractors

0.0% financing for up to 72 months oac Call for year end deals

MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT

Flexi-Coil 300B 43-ft. chisel plow, Morris harrows.

Very little use............................................ $15,900 Valmar 3255 granular applicator. Previously mounted on Flexi-Coil System 85 heavy harrow. Very good condition...................................................... $2995 International 1300 7-ft. balanced head sickle mower, 3-pt. mount. Good condition........................ $1295 Servis 5-ft. 3-pt. rotary mower, chain guards. Good condition........................................................ $375 Mayrath 8x60 grain auger, swing hopper, PTO drive............................................................ $3995 Westfield 8x48 grain auger. Good condition..... $995 Meyer ditcher, near new blades. Good condition...... ...................................................................... $895 Ditch filler. Good condition................................. $495

BIG SKY EQUIPMENT

Phone 406-278-3277 Toll-free 1-800-332-7541 Toll-free 1-888-4-CASE-IH FAX 1-406-278-7882 website: www.4caseih.com Conrad, Montana

After Hours call: Gary Brown Res. 278-3373 Mobile phone 788-9033 Kurt Christiaens Res. 279-3486 Mobile phone 450-3277

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page A36

ELECTRIC MOTORS FOR SALE

2-Louis Allis Co. Frame 326T 50 hp electric motors, have not seen much use.

Contact Marion Jones 406-288-3883

PICKUP AND TIRES FOR SALE

2007 Dodge 3500 6.7 Cummins, auto, 85,000 miles.

2- 20.8x38 tires with rims, duals from a International 5088 tractor.

Call 406-378-3272

Round Baler Belts WE CUSTOM MAKE BELTS FOR ANY MAKE OF ROUND BALER • Belt Repairs • Lacing & Lacing Tools • Bulk Belting

Stocking Distributor for

Flexco (Alligator) Rivet Lacing & rivet tools for round baler belts

DIAMOND Roller Chain • Highest Quality • The Very Best • Auger & Auger Flighting All sizes, right & left hand • NEW • • Super Edge Flighting • NEW CALL FOR DETAILS

• GATES V-Belts & Sheaves • Sprockets & Gears

MADE IN USA

• Bearings Pillow Blocks & Flanges, Unmounted Bearings

• Electric Motors & Controls Single & 3-Phase, Hi-Efficiency

• Conveyor Belting & Access.

Farm and Industrial

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Same day shipping by UPS, Bus or Parcel Post TOLL FREE: 800-227-2203

427 Second Street South Great Falls, MT 406-727-2203

Open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday

*ABSOLUTE* AUCTION

7 Modular Buildings – to be moved!

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BeefTalk: Preparing for a dry year using lazy L culling

By Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist, NDSU Extension Service

It’s time to develop the lazy L for culling cows.

Looking at the drought forecast certainly causes concern. It’s not panic, just concern.

In some areas, the lack of precipitation persists, while other areas are candidates for less precipitation.

In reality, producers should be preparing for less forage availability and implementing grazing strategies that will be in balance with what Mother Nature decides to provide this year. No one will know until summer’s end. However, by then, it is too late to be proactive.

For many, continued drought or low precipitation will result in feed shortages and increased costs that must be weighed against a producer’s perpetual optimism. However, there are real limits to how Mother Nature deals the cards.

One of those cards is capital, which means how much money a particular producer has to risk. Risk is a key to survival. Producers need to take some risk, but risk protection also is important.

As producers take advantage of risk management programs that are offered, risk can be lowered.

Also, managing and guiding production can minimize risk. From the management side of risk, one common thread among many financial downfalls is the failure to act at the proper time. We all are faced with challenges throughout our lives, but doing nothing creates nothing. The cattle business can be a wait-and-see business. However, management should be proactive, not reactive.

Ranching and farming are like driving fast cars. Sometimes the road curves a little more than you want or the road conditions are not what you want. In either case, adjustments in speed and direction need to be made to survive. As the road narrows, the heart rate may go up, but careful planning and preparation will bring out the survival instinct and you can steer your way through.

However, if you wait too long to make the needed adjustments, your car will spin out of control with possible tragic results.

Adjusting inventory is one option open to cattle producers. Keying in on bred cow sales or timing cull markets certainly can produce cash, cut costs and, we hope, bank dollars for a future day or reduce debt.

Inventory reductions actually can be beneficial, particularly if a focus is maintained on the core cowherd.

An example of proactive management is when a producer evaluates cow-calf numbers and determines in advance how many pairs should be turned out to grass and adjusts the inventory accordingly.

For those producers who utilize the Cow Herd Appraisal and Performance Software (CHAPS) program or any producer who has calving records, the lazy L principle should be applied. The lazy L is a simple evaluation of the current calving season. This is a lot

easier for those producers who already have a calving distribution table.

If you don’t have a distribution table, here is how to draw one up. Take a sheet of paper and make five columns listing the dates when the cows calved across the top.

The headings should read first 21 days, second 21 days, third 21 days, fourth 21 days and late.

Now make a row for each age of cow you have in the herd. When you get done, you will have made a table with all your cow ages down the left-hand side and calving cycle days across the top. To complete the table, go to your calving book and mark down each cow in the appropriate box in the table.

For example, H8220 is a 4-year-old cow that calved 30 days into the calving season. Place a mark in the 3-year-old row and “second 21 days column”. G7108 is a 5-year-old cow that calved 15 days into the calving season and would get marked in the 4-year-old row and “first 21 days” column.

After going through all the cows, you will have a table that shows the distribution of your calving season by cow age.

Depending on how many cows you need to cull, draw a lazy L and sell everything below and to the right of the lazy L. For example, the Dickinson Research Extension Center drew a line between the 9- and 10-year-old cows and a line between the third 21 days and the fourth 21 days to create our lazy L. In a previous dry season, the center sold everything below and to the right of that lazy L. What this does is identify the older cows, as well as those cows that are not calving on time. Many of these cows will work just fine for someone else.

Also, it will clean up and fine-tune your operation.

After you get done with the lazy L, don’t forget to throw in a couple of wild, poormothering or poor-milking cows.

The bottom line is that reducing cattle numbers will reduce forage needs.

May you find all your ear tags.

Separate tulips

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: I have had a patch of 15 tulips for several years. Last year, I got one bloom.

So far this year, there are no blooms and the leaves seem very large and floppy. Their color also is a little pale. What is wrong with my tulips?

A: It is difficult to say. If they have not been dug up and separated in all these years, it probably is the reason for the little or no flowering. Too late to do that now, but mark your calendar to do it sometime in mid to late September.

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(W) 1979 International 4000, 16-ft. auger, 25-ft. (H) 2003 Summers Ultimate 90-ft. sprayer. (D) 2006 New Holland SF115 120-ft. wheeled boom draper heads. #30049W............................$5000 sprayer. #53132W...................................$25,000 #53120W................................................$41,000 (B) 1998 Case IH 8825HP, 16-ft. auger, 21-ft. draper (B) 2000 Summers Ultimate 90-ft. suspended (H) 2007 Case IH SRX160 120-ft. sprayer. heads. #30030W.....................................$42,000 #53143W................................................$38,000 boom sprayer. #53133W.........................$26,000 (D) 2007 Case IH WDX1202, HDX162 auger head. (F) 2004 Summers Ultimate sprayer. #WUY341...... (F) 2008 Case IH 3320 90-ft. sprayer. #WUY328...... #30050W................................................$80,000 . ............................................................$190,000 . ..............................................................$20,000 (D) 2009 Case IH WD1203, 16-ft. auger head. (F) 2001 Case IH 4260 90-ft. sprayer. #WUY212...... (D) 2008 Case IH 3320 100-ft. sprayer. #53093W..... #30047W................................................$82,000 . ............................................................$215,000 . ..............................................................$90,000 (F) 2011 Case IH WD1203, HDX162 auger head. (D) 2001 Flexi-Coil 67XL 90-ft. suspended boom (F) 2008 Case IH 3320 100-ft. sprayer. #WUY284.... w/CIH 1010 Frontier 30’ Hd, WUH320 ............................. $8,000 Combines & Headers Skid Steers Equipment Stanley Equipment #WUY327...............................................$85,000 Implement . ............................................................$195,000 sprayer. #53138W...................................$18,000 w/CIH 1042 36’ CprGlasgow Hd, WUH323 ................... $22,000 (W) 632 Bobcat, 20018W ........................................ $7,250 Equipment Stanley Equipment 670 Cat w/SP36 HB Dpr Hd, 25002WFrontier $190,000 Glasgowhead.

Implement (W)(B)2008 Case IH WD1203, 18-ft. ............ auger 2008 Case w/Bkt, IH 3320 sprayer. #53134W.$180,400 (D) CIH New6088, Holland SF115 114-ft. wheeled boom (H)(H) WUH312 ....................................... $215,000 642B Bobcat 20124W ........................... $7,500 (W) NH TR95 w/971 NH 25’ Hd, 24114&2114A ..... $7,000 (F) #30048W................................................$78,000 (F) CIH 7010 w/36’ Grain Belt Hdr, WUH297 ..... $310,000 (H)(D) 7432008 Bobcat 20101W ............................ $8,500 Casew/oIHBkt, SPX4420 sprayer. #53121W........ sprayer. #53083W...................................$25,000 (D) (2) NH TR98 w/994 36’ Dpr, 971 PU Hd, Bobcat w/o Bkt, 20112W ....................... $18,995 (B)24025W 1999 orNew Holland HW320, 18-ft. auger head. (F) CIH 8010, WUH172 ........................................ $196,000 (B) S130 . ............................................................$192,000 24026W ....................................................... $101,100 CIH WUH232 .......................................

753 Bobcat, ....................................... $19,000 Steers & Attachments #32123W................................................$33,500 U s e d E q(F) u i p Skid m e n t 8010, New Equipment $280,000 (D)(F) (D) NH TR66 w/36’ 960 MacDon Dpr Hd, 2011 Case20083W IH 4420 sprayer. #WUY345.$263,000 23075W ........................................ $265,000 (H) 753 Bobcat, 20085W ....................................... $12,000 (W) CIH 20008010, Melroe 763 Bobcat, without bucket. (W) 2009 Case IH 4420 120-ft. sprayer. #53135W....

(B) 1999 2009W New &28019W Holland..............................................

HW320, 18-ft. auger$64,000 head. (D) (D) CIH 8010, 23076W ........................................ $265,000 Bobcat, 20120W .................................... $23,000 (D) NH TX68, 24016W ........................................... $65,000 #20246W................................................$16,000 (D) S150 #32124W................................................$33,500 . ............................................................$219,000 w/36’ MacDon 962 Dpr Hd, 24017W ................ $28,000 (W) CIH 8010, 23087W ....................................... $270,000 (D) S150 Bobcat w/BKT, BkT Bite, 20133W ....... $22,500 (D) Melroe 773 Bobcat, bucket. #CONS.....$17,000 (D)(W) 2010 New Holland H8040, HS18 auger head.

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S2052008 Bobcat, no Bkt,Deere 20120W ....................... $23,000 NH CR960, 24019W .................................... $160,000 (F) CIH 8010, WUH342 ....................................... $185,000 (D)(H) (D) CIH Melroe 773WUH298 Bobcat, bucket, grapple. $330,000 #20249W. (B) S205 #32107W................................................$83,000 8120, .......................................

Bobcat w/Bkt, 20146W ........................ $26,500 #53115W..............................................$217,500 (F) NH CR960, WUH370 .................................... $137,000 (F) 2388, ........................................................... $89,900 (D)(D) . ..............................................................$18,250 S205 Bobcat w/Bkt, 20142W $25,000 (W)(D) 2009 Holland HS18 auger head. (S) CIH NHNew CR970, 24021WH8040, ..................................... $188,000 2005 Wilmar 8500 90-ft.......................... sprayer. #53110W........ , ......................................................... $240,000 (F) 863 Bobcat, WUT322 ...................................... $19,000 (D) CIH 20017010 Melroe 873 Bobcat, bucket. #20250W......

(D) NH CR 970, 24022W .................................... $180,000 (S) #32121W................................................$80,000 . ..............................................................$90,000 CIH 7010, .................................................. $249,000 (W) 863 Bobcat, 20105W ..................................... $23,000 NH 42’8100, Dpr Hd,16-ft.

24023W ....................... . ..............................................................$19,000 (D) 1991 w/94C Hesston auger, 21-ft. $47,000 draper (S) 08 2005 Top Air TA1600 90-ft. suspended boom 07 CIH 8010, .................................................. $249,000 (W)(F)863 Bobcat, 20136W .................................... $18,000 (F) NH CR 970, WUH324 ................................... $152,000 (S) Melroe S130 Bobcat, 68” bucket. heads. #34073W.....................................$23,000 (D) 2008 sprayer. #WUY344..................................$25,000 , .................................................. $220,000 (D) S330 CIH 8010 w/80” Bkt, 20094W ................... $43,000 Bobcat (W) NH CR9070, 24027W ................................. $270,000 (S) 06 #20240W................................................$21,500 (F)LS160 (F)(D) 1993 16-ft. auger, 25-ft. draper 2008 NH Apache sprayer. #WUY334..........

SkidAS1010 20109W ............................. $19,000 NHHesston CR 9070,8100, 24024W ................................. $260,000 (S) MF 860, UC550 ..................................................... $9,500 (W) (D) 2007 Melroe S130 Bobcat #20244W....$19,400 heads. #WUY336. ...................................$32,000 Case Skid w/Bkt, 20128W .................... $10,000 . ............................................................$125,000 (S) NH CR9070, 24035W .................................... $249,000 (S) 2 Honeybee SP36 Hds, .............................. $59,500 (D) 1825 PTS160 Swthr, UC558 ......................... $8,500... (D) 1825B Case Skid w/Bkt 20129W ................. $14,000 (D) CIH 20048230 Melroe Bobcat, bucket. #20213W. (D) 2005 w/NH Premier auger, 21-ft. $42,000 draper (S) 94C 42’2952I, Dpr Hd,16-ft.

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(W) 1990 Case IH 9130 #15234W...............$45,000 973 Hd, UC566 .............................. $29,500 (F) 435 SSL Case Skid, WUT341 ..................... $35,000 (W) JD 9650Round w/930R JD Hdr, 22007W,22009W .. $123,500 (S) MacDon Balers #20225W................................................$23,000 (D) 1992 Case IHw/Bkt, 9270 #15281W. ...............$68,000 UC572 ............................................. $85,000 (S) CIH 2188, (D) 440 Case Skid 20125W ...................... $34,000 (F) JD STS 9660, WUH346 .................................. $31,000 (W) 2006w/936D New Holland BR780 #38067W....$18,110 (H) 2006 Melroe S185 Bobcat, bucket. #20206W.... (F) 1997 Case IH 9370, Leon 16-ft. dozer.

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Skat Trak 1500D Skid, 20088W .............. .......$95,000 $17,000 (H)(D) New Holland BR780 #38098W.............$18,750 (D) Honeybee 2009 Melroe Bobcat, without$71,000 bucket. (D)(F) 2001 Case IH STX375H #WUT598.

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(D) 2006 Melroe Bobcat, without59,000 bucket. (D) 2010 Case IH 535Diggers Quad #15274W......$331,000 40GBS220 Hd, .....................................

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Call for Pricing (W) 1688 CIH, 23050W ......................................... $45,000 (W) 3pt F8 Danuser Post Dgr, 52030W .............. $800 (H)(W) 20061688 NewCIH, Holland BR780A #38119W. . $23,200 (D) 2008 Melroe S220 Bobcat, bucket. #20248W....

(F) 1981 Versatile 875 #WUT592................$10,000 (S) 3 CIH 1010 Hds , ..........................

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ZTR Grizzly Dixon Lawn Mower, 1535LP Brandt Cnvyr, 51010W ............. $12,500 (B)(F) ........................................................................... $97,400 (W). ..............................................................$44,000 (B) 2005 John Deere 567 #38076W............$17,900 2001 Brent 876 grain cart. #WUH516....$34,000 19013W ................................................................. $6,500

Used Equipment

Combines & Headers

(B) 670 Cat w/SP36 HB Dpr Hd, 25002W ............ $190,000

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Grain Augers & Vacs

(W) 7x36 Westfield w/16HP Briggs, 51034W ....... $2,100 (D) 7x51 Westfield w/220v Elec Mtr, 51053W ....... $2,500 (D) 8x41 Westfield, 51016W .................................. $4,500 (D) 8x46 Westfield, 51055W .................................. $3,500 (B) 8x52 SC Brandt, 51058W ............................... $2,100 (D) MK 8x51 Westfield Swg Agr, 51057W ... $2,500 (D) MK100x51 Westfield Swg Agr, 51054W $5,000 (D) 30’ Speedking PTO Belt Cvyr, 51036W $7,100 (W) 1535LP Brandt Cnvyr, 51010W ............. $12,500 (W) 1026 REM Grain Vac, 52096A ................. $6,500

Skid Steers

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Post Diggers

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Misc

(H) C1000SR Swath Roller,

520354W .................

Lawn & Garden

(D) 425 JD Lawn Tractor w/54” Mwr, 51” Brm,

$750

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$5,000

(F) 718K Grasshopper Lawn Tractor, (D) 721 Grasshopper Lawn Tractor,

(D) CIH Farmall 40, W80137 .................................. NEW (W) CIH Farmall 60, W80170 ................................. NEW (D) CIH Farmall 95, W80193 .................................. NEW (B) CIH Farmall 95, W80189 .................................. NEW (D) CIH 95U FWA, W80138 ..................................... NEW (D) CIH 105U FWA, W80160 .................................. NEW (B) CIH Puma 125 FWA, W80053 ........................ NEW w/L750 Ldr, W85038 ...................................... NEW (W) CIH Puma 165 FWA, W80112 ...................... NEW w/LX770 Ldr, W85140 .................................. NEW (D) CIH Puma 210, W80037 .................................... NEW w/L770 Ldr, W85031 ...................................... NEW (F) CIH Scout Ut Vehicle, WNM126 .................... NEW (D) CIH 72” Finish Mwr, W85133 ....................... NEW (F) CIH SCX100 16’ Pvt Tng, WNH526 ............ NEW (F) CIH HDX 182 Agr Hd, WNH553 ................. NEW (W) CIH WD1203 Swthr, W83050 ....................... NEW (W) CIH RB564 Rnd Blr, AW,TW, W83013 ........ NEW (W) CIH RB564 Rnd Blr, Ele Twn Nt, W83014 .. NEW (W) CIH SPX3330 SP Spryr, W85098 ............... NEW (F) CIH SPX3330 SP Spryr, WNH585 ................ NEW (W) CIH SRX160 134’ Wld Boom Spryr, W85043 ................................................................................. NEW (F) CIH 8120 Combine, WNC432 ......................... NEW (D) CIH 8120 Combine, W82055 .......................... NEW (W) CIH 8120 Combine, W82076 ......................... NEW (W) CIH 8120 Combine, W82078 ......................... NEW (W) CIH 8120 Combine, W82080 ......................... NEW (B) CIH 2142 35’ Drpr Hd, W82057 ................... NEW (B) CIH 2152 35’ Dpr Hd, W82024 ..................... NEW (D) CIH 2152 40’ Drpr Hd, W82062 ................... NEW (D) CIH 2152 40’ Drpr Hd, W82065 ................... NEW (D) CIH 2152 40’ Drpr Hd, W82050 ................... NEW (W) CIH 2152 45’ Drpr Hd, W82074 ................. NEW

19016W ............................................................... $11,500

(B) ZTR Grizzly Dixon Lawn Mower,

19013W .................................................................

$6,500

(F) CIH 2588, WIH319 ......................................... $195,000 (W) 1026 REM Grain Vac, 52096A

.................

Balers

(H) Case IH RB564 round baler. #W83147 (H) Case IH RB564 round baler. #W83148 (W) Case IH RB564 round baler. #W83145 (W) Case IH RB564 round baler. #W83146

Mowers

(D) Case IH MW84R belly mower. #W85266 (B) Case IH RR90 finish mower. #W83137 (D) Case IH MD92 disc mower. #W83123

Swathers & Headers

USED EQUIPMENT

(W) NH TR95 w/971 NH 25’ Hd, 24114&2114A ..... $7,000 (D) (2) NH TR98 w/994 36’ Dpr, 971 PU Hd, 24025W or 24026W ....................................................... $101,100 (D) NH TR66 w/36’ 960 MacDon Dpr Hd, 2009W &28019W .............................................. $64,000 (D) NH TX68, 24016W ........................................... $65,000 w/36’ MacDon 962 Dpr Hd, 24017W ................ $28,000 (W) NH CR960, 24019W .................................... $160,000 (F) NH CR960, WUH370 .................................... $137,000 (D) NH CR970, 24021W ..................................... $188,000 (D) NH CR 970, 24022W .................................... $180,000 w/94C NH 42’ Dpr Hd, 24023W ....................... $47,000 (F) NH CR 970, WUH324 ................................... $152,000 (W) NH CR9070, 24027W ................................. $270,000 (D) NH CR 9070, 24024W ................................. $260,000 (S) NH CR9070, 24035W .................................... $249,000 w/NH 94C 42’ Dpr Hd, 24036W ....................... $42,000 (W) JD 9600, 22004W ............................................. $52,000 (W) JD 9600, 22011W ............................................. $49,000 (W) JD 9650 w/930R JD Hdr, 22007W,22009W .. $123,500 (F) JD STS 9660, WUH346 .................................. $31,000 w/936D JD Dpr, WUH261 ................................. $29,000 w/635F JD, WUH262 ........................................ $35,000 (D) 9760 JD w/36D Dpr Hd w/Fgr Rl, 22015W .... $231,000 (W) 1680 CIH, 23022W ......................................... $30,000 (B) 1680 CIH, 23057W ........................................... $29,000 (H) 1680 CIH, 23058W .......................................... $38,000 (W) 1688 CIH, 23050W ......................................... $45,000 (W) 1688 CIH, 23082W ......................................... $50,000 w/1015 CIH PU Hd, 23084W ............................... $7,000 (B) CIH 2188, 23046W ........................................... $47,500 (D) CIH 2188 w/30’ CIH 1010 Hdr, 23099W & 23100W ........ ........................................................................... $12,000 (H) CIH 2188, 23109W .......................................... $40,000 (W) CIH 2188, 23111W ......................................... $85,000 (B) CIH 2388, 23018W ........................................... $90,000 (B) CIH 2388, 23047W ......................................... $100,000 (F) CIH 2388 w/1015 Hdr, WUH211 .................... $142,000 (W) CIH 2388 w/30’ 1010 Hdr, 23066W &23067W ............... ........................................................................... $97,400 (F) CIH 2588, WIH319 ......................................... $195,000

(B) Case IH HDX182 auger head. #W83151 (D) Case IH HDX162 auger head. #W83121 (D) Case IH SC101 16-ft. pivot tongue. #W83141 (D) Case IH SC101 16-ft. pivot tongue. #W83142 (D) Case IH DC162 discbine. #W83159 (W) Case IH DC162 discbine. #W83160 (W) Case IH SC101 18-ft. pivot tongue. #W83152 (W) Case IH SC101 18-ft. pivot tongue. #W83153 (W) Case IH SC101 18-ft. pivot tongue. #W83154 (W) Case IH HDX182 auger head. #W83155 (W) Case IH HDX182 auger head. #W83156 (W) Case IH HDX182 auger head. #W83157 (F) Case IH HDX182 auger head. #WNH675 (F) Case IH HDX182 auger head. #WNH676

Frontier Stanley Equipment (B) Case IH WD1903 swather.Equipment #W83144 (W) Case IH RD182 disc header.Glasgow #W83114 Implement

Frontier Equipment Stanley Equipment Glasgow Implement Swathers

Hay Heads & Pivot Tongues

$6,500

Tractors

(D) International 1466 #15297W....................$7500 (D) 1981 International 5088 #15294W........$13,000 (D) 1982 International 5288 #15235W........$18,000 (F) 1979 Case 2390 #WUT464....................$12,000 (F) 2004 Case IH DX33 FWA, LX114 loader, 716B front snowblower. #WUT569...................$24,000 (D) 1991 Case IH 5140, Alo Q55 loader. #15177W.. . ..............................................................$36,000 (D) W80137 ..................................

NEW (F)CIH 2004Farmall Case IH40, MXM120 FWA. #WUT587. ............

(W) CIH Farmall 60, W80170 ................................. NEW . ..............................................................$45,000 (D) CIH Farmall 95, W80193 .................................. NEW (D)CIH 1990 Case IH95,7110, DuAl 710 loader. #15286W. (B) Farmall W80189 .................................. NEW . ..............................................................$33,000 (D) CIH 95U FWA, W80138 ..................................... NEW (F)CIH 1990105U CaseFWA, IH 7130 #WUT591. ...............$45,000 (D) W80160 ..................................

NEW (B) CIH Puma 125 FWA, W80053 ........................

(W) 1989 Case IH 7140, Case IH 890NEW loader. w/L750 Ldr, W85038 ...................................... NEW #15166W................................................$35,370 (W) FWA,#15299W. W80112 ...................... NEW (H)CIH 1987Puma Case165 IH 8940 ...............$71,800 w/LX770 Ldr, W85140 .................................. NEW (H) 2009 Case IH Puma 180 #15240W.....$114,000 (D) CIH Puma 210, W80037 ....................................

NEW (H) Case IH L770 loader....................................... #56061W.............$11,500 w/L770 Ldr, W85031 NEW (D)CIH 2008 CaseUtIHVehicle, Puma 195 #15192W.....$108,000 (F) Scout WNM126 .................... NEW (D) 72” Mwr, W85133 ....................... NEW (D)CIH Case IHFinish L760 loader. #56063W................$7500 (F) SCX100 Pvt Tng, ............

NEW (F)CIH 2009 Case IH16’Puma 195,WNH526 Case IH L770 loader.

(F) CIH HDX 182 Agr Hd, WNH553 ................. NEW #WUT590.............................................$110,000 (W) CIH WD1203 Swthr, W83050 ....................... NEW (F)CIH 2007RB564 Case IH Magnum 215 W83013 #WUT485. .............

(W) Rnd Blr, AW,TW, .........NEW . ............................................................$116,000 (W) CIH RB564 Rnd Blr, Ele Twn Nt, W83014 .. NEW (W) SP Spryr,245 W85098 ................NEW (F)CIH 2007SPX3330 Case IH Magnum #WUT588. .............

(F) CIH SPX3330 SP Spryr, WNH585 ................ NEW . ............................................................$120,000 (W) Wld Boom Spryr, W85043 (F)CIH 2011SRX160 Case IH134’ Magnum 245 #WUT593. .............. ................................................................................. NEW . ............................................................$158,000 (F) CIH 8120 Combine, WNC432 ......................... NEW (H)CIH 20118120 Case IH Magnum 245.......................... #15292W.$NEW 180,500 (D) Combine, W82055 (F)CIH 20058120 CaseCombine, IH Magnum 255......................... #WUT523$112,000 (W) W82076 NEW W82078 .........................

NEW (W) (D)CIH 20058120 CaseCombine, IH Magnum MX255 #15259W. .........

(W) CIH 8120 Combine, W82080 ......................... NEW . ............................................................$115,000 (B) 35’IHDrpr Hd, W82057 ................... NEW (F)CIH 20112142 Case Magnum 260 #WUT586$180,000 (B) CIH 2152 35’ Dpr Hd, W82024 ..................... NEW (D)CIH 19882152 Ford TW25 dozer blade. #16100W...

(D) 40’ DrprFWA, Hd, W82062 ................... NEW . ..............................................................$26,000 (D) CIH 2152 40’ Drpr Hd, W82065 ................... NEW (W) 1978 Ford loader. #16096W.....

(D) CIH 2152 40’9700, DrprSchwartz Hd, W82050 ...................

NEW (W) CIH 2152 45’ Drpr Hd, W82074 ................. NEW . ..............................................................$12,500 (H) 2006 New Holland TV145 bidirectional. #16117W................................................$88,000 (F) 2008 New Holland T7030 FWA, 860TL loader. #WUT573...............................................$85,000 (H) 2009 New Holland T8050 FWA. #16086W......... . ............................................................$195,000 (W) New Holland 870TL loader, mounts, grapple. #56032W................................................$13,580

New Equipment

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page A38

Laminitis

By Dr. Steve Tornberg, DVM, Dakota Large Animal Clinic Laminitis is a disease in horses which can lead to a crippling lameness. To best understand it, we must first have knowledge of what is normal, and then how it changes to abnormal. The lamina suspends the coffin bone within the hoof capsule.

The lamina is the connecting structure between the hoof [which contacts the ground] and the coffin bone [where the weight of the horse comes down].

By definition laminitis is inflammation of the lamina. This inflammation has multiple causes. Commonly known causes include: grain overload, grass founder, colic, diarrhea diseases [like Potomac horse fever] and septic conditions [retained placenta in post foaling mares]. The lamina support system fails and the hoof wall and coffin bone separate. The condition is extremely painful. Imagine smashing your finger with the throbbing pain that follows.

Then multiply it times four and then have to stand on it.

Your horse will be reluctant to move; will often have increased heat to his/her feet, and an increased digital pulse.

Some horses refuse to move even when forced and some will be lying down and not wanting to get up.

You need to treat laminitis as an emergency. Treatment should be initiated by your veterinarian immediately.

Treatment includes treating the causes of laminitis, pain reduction, and support of the lamina with special shoes or foot support systems. The two forces we are trying to counter, with our support, are the constant pull of the deep digital flexor tendon and the leverage on the toe by the hoof capsule. The ultimate goal is to prevent separation of the hoof wall and coffin bone. If it separates we refer to it as founder. Founder literally means “to sink”. As the coffin bone separates, the tip of the bone rotates downward similar to a sinking ship, further contributing to a chronic pain. Although there is potential to help an equine in this severe condition, an ounce of prevention is worth many pounds of cure.

It should be noted that even though your horse will seem better after being on his/ her feet for awhile and often better after walking him/her around, we almost never want to exercise the horse as it puts strain on the lamina and can lead to increased separation and permanent damage.

Please consult your local veterinarian to determine if and when resuming exercise would be appropriate.

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page A39

WE RENT EQUIPMENT!!!

CALL TO GET ON THE LIST! One Of A Kind 3106 rock pickers

Ultimate Sprayers

Farmer To Farmer

The speed of the REM 2700 saves on our most precious input, time. We now can get an extra load of grain in per day which saves us in the long run.

Roger Larson, Havre, MT New Rem 2700 grain vac owner

USED New Holland sprayer • 1650 gallon • 100-ft. boom • Raven 450 controller • 480 tire option • Windscreens

1 Pass Period.

• 12-ft. working width • Picks rocks from 2” to 15” Buy or Lease To Own

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Lawn Mower

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Lawn Mowers

$5528/yr - oac

Steel Grain Trailers

Mow Big Areas Fast!!

• New 29 hp electronic fuel injected • 52” rear discharge deck • Dual fuel tanks • Suspension seat • 9 mph ground speed • 26 EFI • 48” heavy duty deck • Grass catching • 10 bushel catcher • Power dump • 10.5” blower fan • Comfort seat • Low profile tires

Buy or Lease To Own

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• 40-ft. • Spring ride • Roll tarp • Front & rear aluminum catwalks • 24.5” tires • 25” hopper clearance

Steel Drop Deck Trailers

$2968/yr - oac

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• 9 hp Honda engine

• 500 gallon tank

• 2” Bottom fill kit

• Double ball valve Buy or Lease To Own

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###### A man’s character may be learned from the adjectives which he habitually uses in conversation. -- Mark Twain ##### Aerodynamically the bumblebee shouldn’t be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn’t know that so it goes on flying anyway. -- Mary Kay Ash

MOWER AND GENERATOR FOR SALE Used 20-ft. mower, hydraulic fold, 540 PTO. ........................ $7995 4 cylinder gas engine, 15,000 KVA..... $2995 Call 406-799-8669

Morgan Estate Farm Auction June 23, 2012 10:00 am Pass Creek, North of Bozeman, MT Case IH 7120 tractor, 150 hp, FWA, Woods dual loader.

Case 2294 tractor, 2WD, 135 hp Gehl 2270 14-ft. swing tongue swather H&S bi-fold V-rake International 14-ft. double disk drill, packer wheels Case 22-ft. tool bar with rod weeder John Deere 14-ft. offset disk 1979 Chevrolet C70 2 ton truck, box and hoist 2-Chevrolet pickups Augers Tool bars Farm & Ranch items Collectibles and Antiques 2-Sheep wagons LOTS more

Isbell Auction 406-285-3622 or cell 224-1158

John Deere 235 27-ft. tandem disk. #C003421..............................$9900 (2)

John Deere 630 disk. #C009729............ . .......................................$15,500 (4)

Watch for a full listing in the June Trader’s Dispatch!

MacDon 9000/920 14-ft. header. Has been serviced and $3762 of header rebuilt. #C002894................$29,500 (3)

Improved efficiency of energy creates conundrum

One of the ways we’ve tried to deal with energy scarcity and high prices is through improved efficiency of energy use.

But not everyone thinks this will work. North Carolina State University economist Mike Walden explains why.

“Well, here’s the issue … . A very basic principle in economics is what we call the law of demand. And what that says is that the higher the price of something, the less that we’re going to use. We’re going to try to become frugal. The lower the price of something, the more we’re going to use.

“A recent … book [The Conundrum] focusing on energy said that this actually could work to the disadvantage of energy consumption, because there has been a big push … to improve energy efficiency in the country. And we have succeeded, if you look at appliances or you look at vehicles or even home heating and cooling apparatuses, you see that the efficiency has gone way up. I know when we replaced our furnace, the last couple of years, we saw the efficiency go from something like 70 percent up to 90 percent. And that’s all good.

“But what this author pointed out is, in terms of energy use, if our appliances and our vehicles are more energy efficient — that is, we’re getting more per dollar spent, more energy per dollar spent — that’s effectively lowering the cost, and we’re going to want to use more of that energy.

“And that sort of works against the idea of energy efficiency, if we’re using less energy. So this is not to say we … should stop trying to improve energy efficiency, it simply says there is a feedback loop here — that is, as we become more energy efficient and that lowers the cost, we’ll likely bump up our energy use somewhat.”

Premier (MacDon) 2900, 15-ft. multi crop header, no conditioner. #C002895. ...........................................$26,500 (3)

SELF-PROPELLED SWATHERS

MacDon, 15-ft. multi crop header only. #C002896..........................................$6500 (3)

John Deere 970 25-ft. roller harrow, solid & solid. #C005559..............$21,500 (4) John Deere 702 10 wheel rake. #C007367...........................$3250 (3)

John Deere 340 16-ft. offset disk, 23” blades. #C011111...............$8500 (4)

Dunham-Lehr 14-ft. roller harrow. #50030405.............................$6500 (4) Vermeer R23 hydraulic drive V-rake. #C002392...........................$5900 (3)

RAKES

Wilbeck HD 16-ft. offset disk, 22” blades. #C009061...........................$6900 (4) John Deere 915 3-pt. 15-ft. roller harrow. #C003411...........................$2900 (4)

John Deere BWF 21-ft. tandem disk. #C006471..............................$2950 (4)

DISKS

John Deere 650 27-ft. disk. #C010766... . .......................................$22,500 (4) John Deere 230 27-ft. disk. #C009059... . ..........................................$7500 (2) John Deere 22-ft. tandem disk. #C011298...........................$4900 (3) John Deere 220 22-ft. disk. #C010016... . ..........................................$2950 (4) John Deere 220 22-ft. disk. #C010016... . ..........................................$2950 (4) John Deere BWA 14-ft. disk. #C010895. . ..........................................$2900 (2)

John Deere 714 mulch-tiller, 7 shanks. #C006033...........................$9000 (3)

TILLAGE

John Deere 4200 4 bottom plow. #C006170...........................$3500 (2) John Deere 3955 5 bottom switch plow. #C008706...........................$4500 (2) Melroe 5 bottom pull plow. #50020382.... . ............................................$900 (3) Ford semi-mount 5 bottom plow. #50202991............................$500 (3)

John Deere 702 10 wheel rake. #C008115...........................$3500 (3) John Deere 705 hydraulic drive V-rake. #C009883...........................$9500 (4) John Deere FR1008 8 wheel, pull V-rake. #C002595...........................$4250 (2) Allen 851 right hand and left hand side rake with hitch #C008294...$6500 (2) Allen 781 side rake. #C006357.$2750 (3) Daros belt, 3-pt. rake. #C009142............. . ..........................................$2500 (3) Sitrex, 10 wheel pull rake. #C007164..... . ..........................................$1900 (4)

John Deere 946, 13-ft. cut, impeller. #51167191..........................$18,900 (3)

ROTARY MOWER CONDITIONERS

John Deere 945, 13-ft. cut, impeller, needs TLC. #C006337...........$8900 (4) John Deere 936, 11’6” cut. #C007337.... ...........................................$17,000 (3) John Deere 935, 11’6” cut, impeller. #C007715..............................$8500 (4) John Deere 930, 11’6” cut, impeller. #C004475..............................$8500 (3) John Deere 935, 11’6” cut. #C005275.... ..............................................$6500 (2) John Deere 926, 9’9” cut. #C002671...... ..............................................$6000 (4) John Deere 735, 11’6” cut. #C007453.... ...........................................$18,500 (4) John Deere 1470, 11’6” cut. #C002892.. ..............................................$5500 (3) New Holland 616 3-pt. disk mower. #C002597..............................$4950 (2) Vermeer 830 10’6”. #C010883.$7500 (4) Vermeer 3-pt. disk mower. #C007277..... ..............................................$4000 (2)

SQUARE BALERS

John Deere 467, 16x18. #C004035........ . ..........................................$4950 (4) John Deere 348, 14x16. Complete rebuild. #C003165............$17,900 (2) John Deere 348, 14x16. #C006821........ . .......................................$15,500 (4) John Deere 347, 14x16. #C007280........ . ..........................................$9500 (4)

John Deere 328, 14x16. #C010822........ . .......................................$15,000 (4) New Holland 426, 16x18. #C002893...... . ..........................................$3900 (3) Hesston 4500 for parts. #50020345....... . ............................................$350 (3)

Triple W Equipment

(2) Missoula, MT

1-800-223-5744 ­— 406-549-4171

(3) Kalispell, MT

1-800-521-4783 — 406-752-2828

(4) Ronan, MT

406-676-3578 — Cell 406-250-6120

John Deere 820, 9’9” cut. #C005970...... ..............................................$8950 (3)

SICKLE MOWER CONDITIONERS

John Deere 820, 9’9” cut. #C006720...... ...........................................$10,500 (4) John Deere 820, 9’9” cut. #C006719...... ..............................................$9900 (4) John Deere 820, 9’9” cut. #C006721...... ..............................................$9900 (3) John Deere 1600, 14-ft., rubber conditioner, double drive. #51891353............ ..............................................$7000 (2) New Holland 1431, 13-ft. cut. #C006824 ...........................................$14,500 (2) New Holland 499, 12’3” cut. #51564206. ..............................................$6900 (3) New Holland 460, 9-ft. cut. #50005373... ................................................$900 (3)

John Deere 510, 5-ft. wide. #C003088... . ..........................................$3900 (3)

ROUND BALERS

John Deere 567, has wrap. #C008029 .. . .......................................#24,500 (2) John Deere 567, has wrap. #C007242 .. . .......................................$22,500 (3) John Deere 567, has wrap. #C008859 . . .......................................$18,900 (4) John Deere 468, 4-ft. wide, wrap. #C009524........................$24,900 (3) John Deere 535, 5-ft. wide. #C009820... . ..........................................$4500 (2) John Deere 510, 5-ft. wide. #50490175.. . ..........................................$2500 (3) John Deere 430, 4-ft. wide. #C008114... . ..........................................$4000 (3)

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 – Page A41

RECENT TRACTOR TRADES

John Deere 7600 well equipped. #C004779............. . .........................................................$52,000 (2)

John Deere 7520 tractor, John Deere 741 loader, grapple. #C010755............................$89,500 (4)

John Deere 7400 MFWD. Been in our shop, repaired and serviced. #C000436....................$47,500 (4) John Deere 7130 Premium MFWD, 24/24 speed, 2 function joy stick, 3 SCV’s, air seat, new tires, 96” axles, 741 loader. Ser# 7472................ Call John Deere 7320, new John Deere 741SL loader. #C005165..........................................$79,500 (2) John Deere 7400, PowrQuad, John Deere 740 loader, grapple, serviced. #C007451.$52,500 (4)

John Deere 6430 tractor, no loader. #C010379........ . .........................................................$60,000 (3)

John Deere 7130 Premium MFWD, 24/24 speed, 3 function joy stick, 3 SCV’s, air seat, new tires, 96” axles, 741 loader. Ser# 7451................ Call 2005 John Deere 7220, John Deere 741SL loader.

Nice 95 hp tractor. #C008927............$77,500 (4)

John Deere 4455 2WD tractor, no loader. Nice. #C010346..........................................$48,500 (2)

John Deere 6400, John Deere 640 loader, 85 hp. #C002805..........................................$42,500 (2)

John Deere 6430 Premium MFWD, 16 speed, 3 function joy stick, air seat, 80% rubber, 96” axles, 673 loader, grapple. Ser# 4664........ Call John Deere 4650 MFWD, JD 280 loader, grapple. #C011043..........................................$39,000 (3)

John Deere 4440. #C010139..................$22,000 (4)

John Deere 6430 Premium MFWD, 16 speed, 3 function joy stick, air seat, 50% rubber, 96” axles, 673 loader, no grapple. Ser# 9958... Call Ford 7700 tractor, loader. #C010407.......$19,000 (4) John Deere 4230, Quad-Range, 100 hp. #C000579. . .........................................................$17,900 (2)

John Deere 3010 tractor. #C003091..........$8500 (4)

John Deere 4960 MFWD, PowerShift, 42” duals, 20 front weights, 1500 lb rear weights.

Ser# 3681................................................... Call

John Deere 3020 tractor. #C008113..........$7500 (3)

John Deere 2955 tractor. Nice. #C010989................ . .........................................................$17,500 (2)

Come see us at Triple W Equipment for unbeatable prices and selection

Massey Ferguson 202, loader. #C009567.$5750 (3)

MISCELLANEOUS TRACTORS

International 1066 tractor (lots of repair). #C009802..........................................$15,000 (3)

John Deere 4030 tractor, 260 loader. #C010041...... . .........................................................$21,500 (2) John Deere 3055 2WD tractor, no cab, no loader, 5000 hours. #C010380......................$18,500 (2) John Deere 2950 MFWD tractor, 740 loader. #C010406..........................................$19,500 (2) John Deere 2240 tractor, 145 loader. #C010143...... . .........................................................$11,900 (3) John Deere 2030 tractor, loader. Nice #C010988..... . .........................................................$15,000 (2) John Deere B tractor. #C008716...............$2500 (3) International 560D tractor. #C010535.......$3950 (4) International Super C tractor. #C007343..$1800 (2) International B-414 D tractor, engine problems. #C002780.............................................$1100 (3) Alllis-Chalmers D17 tractor. #C009602.....$4900 (2)

International 1466. #C009402................$10,900 (4)

Triple W Equipment

(2) Missoula, MT

1-800-223-5744 ­— 406-549-4171

(3) Kalispell, MT

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Plans continue to evolve for the upcoming biofuels conference to be held June 24 – 26, 2012 in Billings, Montana. Speakers and sponsors have joined on the agenda for the 22nd annual EPAC (Ethanol Producers And Consumers) organized conference “Biofuels: Diversity Advances Growth”.

The event that will take place at the Billings Hotel and Conference Center will open June 24 at 6:30 PM with a social get together, followed by speaker sessions on Monday and again Tuesday morning. EPAC, a long time advocate for the production and use of biofuels, will showcase the possibilities for advanced biofuels that are available in this region of the nation.

Speakers who have been recently confirmed include Ron de Yong, Director of the Montana Department of Agriculture in Helena and Douglas A. Durante, Executive Director for the Clean Fuels Development Coalition from Washington DC. Durante, who has been involved in biofuels for over 30 years will present view point from the nation’s Capitol.

Montanans to be showcased include Clifford Bradley and Bob Kearns who are invited to update about the Montana Microbial project to develop fish feed from barley.

Earl Fisher Biofuels of Chester Montana will tell about production and use of biodiesel made from locally grown oilseed crops such as canola and/or camolina and how the indigenous biodiesel has powered railroad locomotives in the Havre switchyard.

Kurt Rosentrater from Iowa State U will speak on recent developments with distillers grains (DG) a co product in the ethanol process. DG is a high protein nutritious supplement mainly used for livestock feed. Phil Madson of Columbus, Ohio with KATZEN Engineering will tell about the facilities his company has built in European nations to process barley to ethanol.

Abener Engineering and Construction Services, an international business associated with Abengoa will be represented at the conference as a sponsor and presenter.

Abengoa has recently begun construction of a cellulosic ethanol plant in Kansas. Bret Healy, with River Bluff Strategies in South Dakota, will speak on an ethanol project under construction that utilizes an anaerobic digester.

Speakers previously announced included Rob Veirhort, from Brussels, Belgium; with ePURE, a European trade association that promotes renewable ethanol and John Urbanchuk, Technical Director for Entrix from Pennsylvania; Dan Schwartzkopf, with ICM, coming from Torrington Wyoming

and Doug Hagle, Director of Risk Management Crop Insurance from Billings; also Greg Kegel, Dean of the College of Technical Sciences MSU Northern, Havre.

Montana has strong agricultural production with many diverse crops that can become biofuels. Crops such as oil seeds and small grains can be raised on farms in Montana, Saskatchewan, Idaho, and neighboring states and provinces and they have great possibilities to be processed to fuel. Speakers will explain how advanced biofuels can benefit this region and how these clean, renewable fuels can replace the petroleum products imported from mid eastern nations that use the dollars that are paid for the oil to fight against the United States.

A Highlight of the conference will be to award a student with the “Spirit of Ethanol” plaque, a $100 bill, and free conference registration. Any student who has completed a project related to biofuels can submit that project to be considered for the award. It could be, but is not limited to an essay on ethanol or biodiesel, or a project on the use of distillers grains, or how to process a grain to fuel. Any one wishing more information should check the EPAC web page at www. ethanolmt.org This award is sponsored by Lallamand Ethanol Technology. The international company, based in Milwaukee is a leading supplier of fermentation ingredients for fuel ethanol.

The Montana Wheat and Barley committee is a cosponsor for the conference that brings attendees from across the state and nation. Other sponsors at this time include Abener, Montana Department of Environmental Quality, KATZEN Engineering, CHS, Cary Street Partners, ICM, National Corn Growers, Lallamand Ethanol Technologies and BNSF. EPAC conferences always include special Montana events and for 2012, the Pre-conference Sunday June 24 activity will feature a guided tour to the Little Big Horn Battle field to view a reenactment of Custer’s Last Stand. EPAC has made arrangements with the tour company for seating.You will experience the force of the 7th cavalry and feel the intensity of the Indian horsemen, see a tee pee village and period costumes.

Details will be on EPAC’s web site or email for more information. www.ethanolmt.org More details will be forthcoming and will be on the website. Sponsors are needed, and for more information, please call EPAC at 406-785-3722 or email epac@ethanolmt. org or Patsy@ethanolmt.org.

National 4-H Shooting Sports Invitational brings youth to Grand Island

Nebraska is host to the 2012 National 4-H Shooting Sports Invitational Match June 17-22 at the Heartland Public Shooting Park and Heartland Events Center in Grand Island, Nebraska.

“This is the top event in the country for 4-H Shooting Sports,” said Steve Pritchard, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension educator and coordinator of Nebraska’s 4-H shooting sports program.

This event will involve 4-H youth, ages 14-18, from across the nation competing in one of the nine disciplines offered.

The 27 events in the nine discipline areas include: small bore rifle, small bore pistol, muzzleloading, shotgun, air pistol, air rifle, hunting skills, recurve archery and compound archery.

States can send nine teams to compete in this event which would be a maximum

of 36 youth representing their state 4-H shooting sports program. Nebraska will be represented in this year’s competition.

“Last year, over 450 participants from 30 states competed in the three-day competition held in San Antonio, Texas,” Pritchard said.

The free event is open to the public.

For more information, visit National Shooting Sports Invitational (http://4h.unl.edu/ntlshootingsportsinvitational).

Grand Island also is host to the 2013 match. ##### “If we were too blisterous, my grandma, who lived on a farm, used to say, ‘Quit runnin’ around like a chicken with its head cut off!”

Strip-till improves soybean yield

Crop yield can be improved by ensuring adequate nutrient availability. But how should you place the fertilizer and what cropping system gives the best yields?

Research conducted by University of Illinois assistant professor of crop sciences Fabian Fernandez, professor of crop sciences Emerson Nafziger, and graduate student Bhupinder Farmaha looked at how tillage, and phosphorus and potassium placement and rates, affected the distribution of soybean roots and the levels of water and nutrients in the soil.

“Strip-till produces higher yields than the no-till systems,” said Fernandez. “We were interested in understanding why.”

In a three-year field experiment conducted near Urbana with soy following corn, they applied different rates of potassium and phosphorus in no-till broadcast (NTBC), notill deep-band (six inches below the planted row) (NTDB), and strip-till/deep-band (STBC). Roots and shoots along with water, phosphorus, and potassium were measured periodically in-row and at between-rows positions at various depth increments up to 16 inches.

What they found was that, when they looked below ground, root density in strip-till systems was slightly lower than for no-till broadcast systems. “Basically, the plants are putting less energy into the root systems,” explained Fernandez. The NTBC system probably put more stress on the plants, and the plants compensated by putting out more roots.

“When we look at the total phosphorus and potassium taken up by the plant, we see that the strip-till definitely had a more efficient system because with a smaller root system, these plants ended up with much higher nutrient levels in the plant and higher yields,” said Fernandez.

Strip-till seems to provide better conditions for plant growth, including more soil water. The researchers found slightly more soil water in the strip-till than the no-till in the between-row position.

“We are not sure why that happened,” said Fernandez.

“We cannot say whether it was due to better infiltration or if the tillage of the strip-till is allowing more water to come into the soil, but we saw it consistently.”

The other question they considered was whether deepband applications allow for improved fertilizer use efficiency — specifically, can less fertilizer be used in deep-banding than in broadcast applications?

“We found no evidence for that,” said Fernandez. “It doesn’t save you anything, and it might cost more to deepband the fertilizer than to broadcast it.”

The finding that strip-till works well for soybeans is important, because farmers tend to think about the system as being mainly for corn.

This research, “Distribution of Soybean Roots, Soil Water, Phosphorus and Potassium Concentrations with Broadcast and Subsurface-Band Fertilization,” will be published in the May-June 2012 Soil Science Society of America Journal.

##### Grandpa is the smartest man on earth! He teaches me good things, but I don’t get to see him enough to get as smart as him!

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WANTED

John Deere 9400 grain drill transport wheel, hitch and 30ft. field hitch.

Phone (406) 599-5952, Manhattan, MT

ANNOUNCING TWO MONTANA REAL ESTATE

AUCTIONS

Auction #1: Selling the Entire Town of Pray, MT

Auction date/time: Wednesday, June 27th, 6:30 p. m.

Property Location: 20 +/- miles SW of Livingston, MT. Auction Location: Property will be sold on site at Pray.

5 +/- acres in the beautiful Paradise Valley of Montana.

Newer commercial /community building with wonderful living quarters, newer post office building, restorable general store & former post office bldg.

Great recreating area. Great commercial opportunity. Scenic views.

Close to Yellowstone Park and Chico Hot Springs.

No covenants or zoning.

Sells with owner’s approval of final bid.

Call for brochure with complete description, terms and conditions or view @ www.ShobeAuction.com

406-538-5125

Offered in cooperation with Mason & Morse Ranch Co.

Auction #2: Absolute Auction Norwegian Creek Estates Subdivision, Harrison, MT Auction date/time: Thursday, July 12th, 6:30 p. m.

Property Location: 2 miles SE of Harrison, MT on Hwy. 287 frontage.

Auction location: Sacajawea Hotel, Three Forks, MT Fifteen (15) - 20 acre tracts, selling unreserved.

Great home sites. Great recreating area. Great investment opportunities.

Call for brochure with complete description, terms and conditions or view @ www.ShobeAuction.com

Jayson 406-366-5125

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Jayson & Kyle Shobe, Auctioneers 408 West Main, Lewistown, MT 406-538-5125 Kyle: 406-366-0472

Dillett Ranch & Guest Consignors

Saturday, June 2, 2012 Fairgrounds- Twin Bridges, MT

N.D. 4-H horse judging contest winners named

Ransom County’s team placed first in the senior division of the North Dakota 4-H horse judging contest.

Team members are Katelyn Oland, Cassidy Rasmusson, Shelby Musland and Brittany Johnson. They are eligible to represent North Dakota at the national 4-H horse judging contest at the Western National 4-H Roundup in Denver in January 2013.

The Burleigh County team of Jordan Jacob, Melissa Mehlhoff, Morgan Heidrich and Shelby Mulske took second place. The Mountrail County team of Veronica Enander, Haley Goodal, Bobbi Hennessy, Cheyane Leidle and Wyatt Woodbury finished in third place.

Burleigh County’s team placed first in the junior division. Team members are Dillon Alvarez, Justin Hagen, Tyler Horner, Crystal Mills, Isabelle Erickson and Brianna Horner.

The Stark-Billings County team of Skylar Dockter, Madison Kadrmas, Brooke Hutzenbeler and Matteah Dworshak finished in second place. The Barnes County team of Rathyn Krueger, Breanna McDonald, Hailey Schaefer-Jewett and Jessie Undem took third place.

The contest consisted of placing three halter classes of horses, three performance classes, and oral reasons on one halter class and one performance class. The competition was held March 30-31 in Fargo.

The North Dakota 4-H Foundation sponsored the awards.

1988 Fleetwood manufactured home (to be moved summer 2012) 1680 sq. ft.

John Deere 5303 w/ Deere 512 loader 305 hours 2 Montana Brands Quarter Hanging Circle Heart, Heart, C:LH C: LR H:LT H:LS New Holland and John Deere small square balers (both nice shape) Old ranch relics Old signs Lots of household antiques including steam trunks, oak buffet, brass beds etc.

Oil cans Tack and saddles 2002 Chevrolet 2500 4x4 John Deere 4020 Brandt round bale processor Plus machinery, tack, saddles, building supplies, tools, and ranch equipment too numerous to mention.

For complete listing or to consign good quality equipment call auctioneers:

Jeff Welborn 406-949-6070 Dave Ashcraft 406-596-3474

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COMBINE FOR SALE

2010 John Deere 9770 with 936 header, pickup reel, 647 separator hours, has cut only wheat.

Paul Burney 406-734-5310 or 899-9861 Carter, MT

Burnham Fencing Alex Burnham, Saco, MT 59261

Phone 406-527-7920

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Barbed Wire Fence, Wind Breaks, Corrals, Repairs.

Skid Steer Work.

Balewagons & Retrievers

New Holland 1095, self-propelled....................................... CALL New Holland 1089 diesel, new tires, clean......................$89,000 New Holland 1069 gas, rebuilt, sharp, clean....................... CALL LATE MODEL New Holland 1068 diesel with new tires...... CALL New Holland 1063 pull-type, 160 bale capacity.................. CALL 4-New Holland Super 1049 balewagons...... $12,000 to $28,000 2-New Holland 1037 balewagons................. $18,000 to $20,000 New Holland 1033 balewagons........................ $7500 to $10,500 2-New Holland 1032............................................................$8500 New Holland 1012 pull type................................................$4500 New Holland 1002 pull type................................................$3000 New Holland 1052 retriever bed..........................................$9500

Used and New parts available for ALL models of New Holland balewagons

Haying Equipment

Hesston 4655 baler, sharp...............................................$16,500 John Deere 336 small square baler, PTO drive...................$4250 John Deere 326 small square baler, PTO drive...................$3750 Matador hay inverter. Like new............................................$6500

Industrial Equipment

Hough H65 rubber tired front end loader..........................$18,500 JCB 508-40 telehandler, cab, air, heat, 40-ft. reach, 8000# lift...... . ....................................................................................$27,500 Kobelco mini-excavator with blade and thumb.................$18,500

Consignments

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Spring nitrogen fertilizing for optimal wheat production

With longer and warmer days, wheat seeding and fertilizing has begun across the state. Using the right fertilizer source, rate, timing and placement is important for optimal production. Montana State University Extension offers suggestions to help guide wheat producers in spring nitrogen fertilizing decisions.

Dryland winter wheat grown in Montana requires about 2.6 pounds nitrogen per bushel to maximize yield and attain at least 12.5 percent protein. Dryland spring wheat requires about 3.3 pounds available nitrogen per bushel to reach 14 percent protein, where available nitrogen is soil plus fertilizer nitrogen. These suggested rates are based on spring soil samples. Although fall soil samples are better than none, they may lead to over- or under-fertilization.

“Over three years, we found 54 percent of field soil samples were at least 20 pounds of nitrogen per acre higher or lower in August than in April,” said Clain Jones, Extension soil fertility specialist in the Department of Land Resources and Environmental Sciences at Montana State University.

Jones encouraged producers to use spring soil samples especially if soils were less than 18 inches deep or fall nitrate levels were greater than 60 pounds nitrogen per acre, because those soils have the best chance for nitrogen losses and underfertilization.

Jones suggested producers base pre-plant fertilizer rates on realistic yield estimates.

Applying high rates of nitrogen before or at seeding is risky, especially in dryland farming. High nitrogen rates can lead to excessive vegetative growth, which may deplete soil moisture before flowering and grain fill. Or, if there is not enough early soil moisture, the fertilizer may not produce additional yield or protein.

“In-season nitrogen fertilization can be used to adjust rates in a high yielding year,” said Jones. In irrigated production, applying all the nitrogen needed for yield and protein early in the season can produce more tillers than are able to produce grain, and may lead to high residual soil nitrate levels.

Wheat requires 50 percent of its total nitrogen uptake by mid- to late-tillering.

Winter wheat would ideally have already produced the two to three tillers which support most of the yield by early spring.

These tillers will rapidly reach that 50 percent mark as they continue to grow.

The remaining 50 percent of their total nitrogen requirement needs to be applied early enough to supply the high demand of these growing tillers. For example, if the total nitrogen requirement is estimated at 120 pounds nitrogen per acre, soil tests indicated there were 40 pounds nitrogen in the soil, and 60 pounds nitrogen were applied pre-plant or at seeding, the additional 20 pounds nitrogen per acre (120 total - 40 soil - 60 pre-plant = 20) should be top-

dressed by mid- to late-tillering. Fertilizing just prior to the time of rapid growth results in efficient fertilizer use by the crop.

The principle is the same for spring wheat, except the time between pre-plant and in-season adjustment is shorter. On dryland spring wheat in Saskatchewan, G.P. Lafond and co-workers with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada found that providing 33 to 50 percent of the required nitrogen at seeding, and the remaining nitrogen inseason before stem elongation, optimized yields. In dry years, the in-season nitrogen addition could be decreased or omitted, resulting in substantial fertilizer cost savings.

If nitrogen taken up early by the crop is sufficient for yield, then it will get redistributed to help produce grain protein. In high-yielding years, additional nitrogen around heading may help reach high grain protein levels. Flag leaf nitrogen concentrations and optical sensors, such as SPAD chlorophyll meters, can be used to identify nitrogen deficiencies and adjust nitrogen rates to growing conditions.

Jones noted that rates of seed-placed urea fertilizer should not be greater than 10 pounds nitrogen per acre when narrow openers (less than one inch) are used, to prevent seedling damage, especially in dry, coarse soils. Polymer-coated urea and urea treated with urease inhibitor (such as AgrotainR) are very effective at reducing seedling damage. Research suggests that the safe rate of seed-placed nitrogen can be increased up to 50 percent when using AgrotainR, or two- to four-fold when using polymer-coated urea as compared to untreated urea.

“However, spring-applied, polymercoated urea may be too slow to dissolve and supply the growing wheat’s nitrogen demand,” cautioned Jones.

Producers can evaluate the effectiveness of their nitrogen fertilization practices by looking at their past grain protein levels.

If winter wheat protein has generally been under 12.5 percent, yield and protein have likely been nitrogen-limited. For spring wheat, grain protein under 13.2 percent indicates that yield and protein have been compromised by under-fertilization. The MSU Small Grains Nitrogen Economic Calculator is a resource to help calculate economically-optimum nitrogen rates based on available soil nitrate, soil organic matter, yield potential, wheat price, nitrogen price, and protein discounts and premiums. By using some general guidelines, producers can select the right fertilizer source, rate, timing and placement for optimal efficiency of nitrogen fertilization.

For the Small Grains Nitrogen Economic Calculator and MSU Extension publications with fertilizer information, see “Fertilizer Information” on Jones’ web page: http://landresources.montana.edu/ soilfertility/fertilizers.html.

US cattle on feed up

Cattle and calves on feed for slaughter market in the United States for feedlots with capacity of 1,000 or more head totaled 11.5 million head on April 1, 2012. The inventory was 2 percent above April 1, 2011. The inventory included 7.17 million steers and steer calves, up 1 percent from the previous year. This group accounted for 62 percent of the total inventory. Heifers and heifer calves accounted for 4.25 million head, up 4 percent from 2011. Placements in feedlots during March totaled 1.79 million, 6

percent below 2011. Net placements were 1.72 million head. During March, placements of cattle and calves weighing less than 600 pounds were 390,000, 600-699 pounds were 300,000, 700-799 pounds were 500,000, and 800 pounds and greater were 602,000. Marketings of fed cattle during March totaled 1.92 million, 4 percent below 2011. Other disappearance totaled 69,000 during March, 30 percent above 2011.

Analyzing green tea leaves and supplements

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NH Bale Wagons & Retrievers FOR SALE & WILL PURCHASE

By Rosalie Marion Bliss, Agricultural Research Service Quality control is a key factor in making sure green tea dietary supplement products pack the same antioxidant punch as green tea leaves used for brewing beverages, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists.

Green tea-based dietary supplements have gained popularity in the U.S. market in recent years. But when it comes to sipping green tea versus taking the dietary supplement form, the better choice relative to health is unknown.

Scientists with USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in Beltsville, Maryland, studied the differences between phytochemicals in green tea dietary supplements and green tea leaves used for brewing beverages. ARS is USDA’s principal intramural scientific research agency.

Chemist Pei Chen, with the ARS Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center, headed the study. Chen and colleagues Jianghao Sun and Long-Ze Lin analyzed extractions of 20 commercially available green tea dietary supplement products and eight dry green tea leaf samples. They compared the chemical constituents of the samples using an analytical technique called “HPLC/MS.” This technique can separate one chemical constituent from another in a complex matrix.

The technique also has the ability to identify and quantify chemical constituents accurately.

The study demonstrated that phytonutrients called flavonol glycosides were degraded and that another phytonutrient called catechin had oxidized during manufacturing and storage for many of the green tea supplement samples studied.

They also found some additives in the supplements that were not listed on the labels.

The researchers concluded that although there are fine green tea dietary supplement products, there is no way for the consumer to know the qualities of those products from reading the labels. In addition, the consumer may ingest other botanical extracts unintentionally, and the quality of those green tea products varies significantly. The 2011 study was published in the Journal of AOAC International.

New Honda 4 and 51/2 hp 2” pumps.

In stock: 132 and 152 gpm water pumps, 220 gpm chemical pump.

3” pumps at 275 gpm also on hand.

Sod Buster Sales, Inc.’s Farm Equipment Finding Service — Phone (406) 883-2118

June 23rd Consignment Sale in Chester Currently taking consignments We need tractors, trucks and trailers, wrenches, reels and recreational items, campers, cars and combines.

You name it, we’ll sell it, just no household items please.

Call 432-2845

Advertising deadline is May 30

See listing in June Trader’s Dispatch and visit fritzbull.com for updates

Fritz auction Jim, Dena, Jake and Jack Fritz P.O. Box 260, Chester, Montana 59522

NEW GRADEMASTER BLADE

It’s dual blade configuration and side pans provide maximum advantages. For gravel road maintenance, the GRADEMASTER BLADE fills potholes that stay filled longer and virtually eliminates corrugating or washboarding on the road surface.

New Honda Replacement Engines Honda weed trimmer with 4-stroke gas engine.

✧ Interstate batteries ✧ Fleetguard filters ✧ Roller chain ✧ Plastic fittings ✧ Grade #8 bolts

gear and bearing pullers in stock.

Plow Parts

Gysler — Melroe — Renn chisel plow parts

We can ship to your farm or ranch

See our display of welding accessories & rod.

We’re sure to have what you need.

New Jari Monarch self-propelled sickle mowers with 36” or 44”.

The floating sickle bar hugs the ground - glides over holes and bumps with ease and without hanging up - makes rough jobs easy on you. You can cut almost anywhere by guiding Jari with one hand. We stock Jari parts, will ship anywhere.

TIBER TRACTOR CO. Phone 406-759-5188

Posi Lock

Chester, Montana

Various sizes of storage cases available.

Great for miscellaneous parts and fittings.

New Tebben rotary cutters for 3-point mount, 5-, 6- & 10-ft. models in stock.

Hub, sprocket and pulley assortment for 40, 50, 60 chain and pulleys up to 16 inches.

New Ezee-On pallet forks make your tractor do the work of a fork lift.

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EMPLOYEES WANTED

For farm-harvest work in north central Montana area. Starting mid to late July and ending mid to late October. Late model Case IH equipment, Peterbilt trucks. Awesome, laid back fun crew to work with. Excellent wage. Interested parties please contact Adam for more information (serious inquiries only).

Phone (406) 390-3048 cell or (406) 292-3251 home.

Please leave a message.

NEW Sakundiak swing hopper and loadout augers IN STOCK

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NEW poly tanks IN STOCK excellent selection

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Corn crop dominates outlook

By Matthew Diersen, SDSU Extension The Prospective Plantings report shows South Dakota growers following the U.S. trend toward more corn acres.

In South Dakota, growers intend to plant 5.5 million acres of corn in 2012. For perspective, there were many acres that were not planted to corn in 2011 because of excess moisture. The intentions in 2011 were for 5.4 million acres, so 2012 does not represent a large change. Acres for other crops did not change enough to account for only increasing the corn acres by 100,000. Thus, some uncertainty remains for the potential acres for corn.

A major trend in South Dakota has been a consistent move toward harvesting a greater percentage of the corn crop for grain. If the trend continues, expect to see 95% of the planted acres harvested in 2012. Thus, the expectation is for growers to harvest a record 5.225 million acres of corn in the state. The yield trend suggests an increase of 2.2 bushels annually in the statewide average. Thus, the expected yield for 2012 is 136 bushels per acre. Combining the harvested acres and yield forecasts, 2012 production is expected to be 711 million bushels, just exceeding the previous record of 707 million bushels in 2009.

Minnesota and North Dakota growers substantially increased intended corn plantings. The additional supply will likely result lower prices or a wider basis at harvest in the region. The outlets for additional supply will likely be local feed markets, replenished stocks, and exports. The tendency for grain in the region be moved west suggests exports as a likely destination for large increases in production.

The price picture continues to be split sharply between old and new crop. The cash price and nearby futures prices continue to remain high because of tight supplies. The basis across regions in South Dakota is relatively narrow.

The 2011 marketing year average price in South Dakota is projected at $5.95 per bushel as a large percent of the crop has already been sold. The prospect for new crop is much different. The added acres in South Dakota and the region suggest a wider basis at harvest. Using recent new crop futures of $5.45 and an expected basis of -$0.65, the futures-adjusted price in South Dakota is $4.80 per bushel.

Trade expectations need to be balanced against fundamental insights. The WASDE reports will only give 2011 insights until May. Until then, the USDA baseline estimates can be modified to reflect some of the changes occurring this spring. The baseline had the U.S. farm price at $5.00 per bushel for 2012. The price in South Dakota is typically 91% of the U.S. price. Thus, the 2012 marketing year average price in South Dakota was expected to be $4.55 per bushel. The large increase in acres greatly increased the U.S. supply picture, which will likely result in a lower U.S. price and a lower South Dakota price.

The type of meat we eat

By Heather Larson, SDSU Extension Ever wonder what everyone is eating when they go out to a high end steak restaurant? Two past articles previously posted on iGrow.org (“What are Restaurant Customers Saying About Beef? - Part 1” and “What are Restaurant Customers Saying About Beef? - Part 2”) reviewed a recent Nebraska research project, that studied the importance of steak origin to customers at restaurants on the East Coast and Southwest region of the United States. What did they typically prefer when they dined out at a high-end restaurant?

According to the study, participants reported eating out 2-3 times a month and preferred to order beef (52%). The most preferred steak was the filet mignon followed by the New York Strip. Approximately half of the people who did not know what they wanted for a main course did not seek advice and the other half turned to the wait staff 92% of the time for recommendations.

Are you the type of person who orders the same thing each time? Well so are many others, 43% according to this survey, to be exact. However if given the chance 59% of the participants said if they had a chance to sample a new item first and liked it they would order it.

What were the participants looking for in a steak? Flavor (52%) was the number one choice followed by tenderness and degree of doneness.

So how do South Dakotans compare with other places in the U.S.? Take this short survey to let us know: http:// surveys.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?id=2852801

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Cut Bank is

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2009 Ford F150 Lariat 4x4 with 25,000 well cared for miles

Oldie!!! 1993 Ford F150 4x4

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By Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist, NDSU Extension Service to be short this year. It is of no use to live Now is the time to be thinking just how in denial. There is no room in the pasture many cow-calf pairs should be turned out for infertile cattle. to grass. Stocking rates and grazing dates Early detection of open or later-calving should have been planned and set. cows, regardless of the reason, can result in However, predictions of rainfall shorta potential group of cattle to cull. CHAPS ages need to be applied to the plan and benchmarks indicate that 6.5 percent of the stocking rates adjusted to accommodate less cowherd typically is open and 4.7 percent potential forage. of the cows usually calve very late. Very Another issue that producers need to late is defined as after the first 63 days or, remind themselves about is that nice, early for practical purposes, two months after the warm weather does not mean extending the start of the calving season. Combined, these grazing period and letting cows and calves two groups of cows account for more than out early. The temptation certainly is there, 11 percent of the cowherd and would make but don’t. a very logical cut as the pastures and feed Grass, like any other living thing, start to look scarce. needs to be ready when the cattle are All one needs to turned out to graze if sort late-calving cows one expects to maxiis a good calving book mize the potential or, for some, an exharvest. Early graztra pasture. Call the ing does not enhance veterinarian and get grass productivity. At that ultrasound date least in southwestbooked for early pregern North Dakota, nancy detection. the first of May is a If the feed situation good, traditional date starts to look more to turn out cattle on dismal, typically cool-season grass. more than 11 percent The first of June is a of the cows calve after good date for cattle to the 42nd day of the start on native sumcalving season but before the 64th day. Almer grasses. though more difficult to decide, this group Every spot in the world has its own best turnout date, so always check with those of cows also could make a trip to town, with around you to see if you are synchronized the final destination the calving pasture of with the best time. someone who prefers later-calving cows.

There is an obvious question. How does Another good set of cattle to evaluate one get the best yield from pasture grass? early is the yearling heifers. Plan on an The answer involves the development of a early ultrasound because only 72 percent proper grazing system and then stocking the of yearling heifers have calves within 21 system correctly. The stocking rate adjustdays of the start of the calving season and ments are very difficult to make because, 86 percent within 42 days of the start of the in most scenarios, it means lowering cow calving season. numbers.

There seems to be some regret in repeatCows are products of years of selection ing notes, but infertility simply needs to be and careful evaluation, so parting with cows steered out of the beef cattle system, and means parting with a piece of one’s self, during a drought is a good time to make which is not easy to do. However, there the point. Although producers still do not are some things to think about to make the know the fate of this year’s grazing season, process simpler. turning cattle out to pastures with only hope Bulls incapable of settling cows are in one’s pocket makes the situation worse. useless, so infertile bulls should be culled.

The reason being is that every cow eats and Likewise, cows that fail to settle should be no cow plans ahead for tomorrow. They all culled. The greatest value of an infertile eat and do not ration themselves. cow is as salvage. As with bulls, open cows If a dry season progresses, more mouths simply eat well, compete better and produce early means fewer mouths later. Why not fat. They are not the product of a profitable plan instead of react? Hope this helps and and consumer-orientated beef system. gives you some space for thought and room Bulls that don’t settle cows cost money for cows to eat during dry times, as well as and so do cows that are not bred to calf in good times. early in the calving season. A case in point May you find all your ear tags. for this reasoning is that feed is predicted

N.D. 4-H hippology contest results announced

Kidder County’s team placed first in the senior division of the North Dakota 4-H hippology contest.

Team members are Krista Gross, Megan Gross, Kacey Koester and Kristin Dewald.

Grand Forks County’s team of Sarah Hokand, Lara Brose, Becky Martin and Emma Janiszewski took second place. The team of Haley Goodal, Veronica Enander, Cheyane Leidle and Bobbi Hennessy from Mountrail County finished third.

A Grand Forks County team placed first in the junior division. Team members are Emma Janiszewski, Kaitlyn Borgenson, Alanna Ivers and Gretchen Ivers.

Second place went to the Morton County

team of Ashley Goldade, Brooke Heidrich, Morgan Henke and Brenna Hoger. The Barnes County team of Rathyn Krueger, Breanna McDonald, Hailey Schaefer-Jewett and Jessie Undem placed third.

The hippology contest consists of four phases of horse knowledge. Participants take a written test, identify equine-related items at several stations, judge two horse classes and solve a team problem. The junior division works as a team throughout the contest. The contest was held March 30-31 in Fargo.

The North Dakota 4-H Foundation sponsored the awards.

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By Lynn Gordon, SDSU Extension Cyclical patterns have often been associated with the beef industry, demonstrating swings in cowherd production numbers, but this is no longer the case in today’s industry. “We have definitely shifted away from that cyclical pattern we were familiar with,” noted Nevil Speer, animal scientist at Western Kentucky University. In addition to the industry no longer following a cyclical pattern of reduction and growth in cow numbers, Speer reported that 2012 will reflect the first time the industry has less than 30 million beef cows in production. Speer was a presenter at Cattlemen’s College, held in conjunction with the 2012 Cattle Industry Convention in early February in Nashville, Tennessee.

In addition to addressing how beef producers can manage risk in volatile times, Speer focused on many of the changes occurring in the beef industry. One industry change is the decline in total beef cattle operations. “Since 1990, the industry has gone from 900,000 down to 750,000 operations and overwhelming this reduction has occurred in the segment of herds with less than 50 head,” Speer said. Many operators who left the business were those with 50 head of cows or less. These people were part-time operators and as the economy pressured them, cowherd liquidations in this size category took place. Figure 1, demonstrates the breakdown of cow herd’s by size and percentage of total inventory as it relates to the total beef cattle inventory numbers.

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Speer noted efficiency in the business has been very influential in offsetting the numbers seen in cowherd liquidation over the past 15 years. He reported an actual cowherd inventory in 1995 of 35 million head produced the equivalent of nearly 37 million cows when adjusting for steer carcass weights. With continued enhancements in technology and efficiency, 2011’s much smaller cowherd of approximately 30 million cows is producing the equivalent of 34.9 million cows, nearly the same that five million more cows produced 15 years earlier. He attributed this accomplishment to beef producers who worked hard to become more efficient and fine tune their operations to remain viable during volatile times.

During these changing times where the industry has been faced with increased input costs, Speer encouraged producers to know their cow costs. Figure 2, reports cash costs of beef cow/calf operators.

Speer demonstrated the importance of managing input costs with an example of measuring profitability after factoring in price, production and costs of operation which had been analyzed by Kansas State University Farm Business Management Program. When producers had comparable production and comparable price for their product, what separated those classified as profitable, from those less profitable, was input costs. Speer encourages producers to focus on how well they are managing costs, and focus on what the business environment is telling the industry so they can construct a marketing and management plan around those signals.

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By Nicole Tiggemann, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Denver It’s an American tradition to pay tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces each Memorial Day — especially honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.

If you are a military service member who was wounded and needs to apply for disability benefits, it’s important to know that you will receive expedited processing. Our wounded warriors initiative is for military service members who become disabled while on active duty on or after October 1, 2001, regardless of where the disability occurs. Depending on the situation, some family members of military personnel, including dependent children and, in some cases, spouses, may be able to receive benefits.

Learn more about it at www.socialsecurity.gov/woundedwarriors.

Did you know that May also is National Military Appreciation Month? Even more reason to let members of our military know how much we value what they do for us and our nation.

To learn more about the Social Security benefits for those who have served in the military, read our publication, Military Service and Social Security. You can find it online at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10017.html, or send us an email at OPI.Net.Post@ssa.gov, or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to ask for a free copy to be mailed to you.

Memorial Day also is a good time to remind families of fallen military heroes that we may be able to pay Social Security survivors benefits. If the person you depended on for income has died, you should apply for survivors benefits. Learn more about Social Security survivors benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/pgm/survivors.htm.

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By Scott Irwin and Darrel Good, University of Illinois Unusually warm weather in March and early April provided the opportunity to start planting the 2012 corn crop earlier than normal. While there is little doubt that some corn has been planted much earlier than usual, determining whether the crop in total is being planted at a record pace is not as straightforward as it may seem at first glance. The problems include: i) corn planting is generally spread over a relatively long time period, ii) the timing of planting differs substantially by region of the country, and iii) there are several ways to characterize how early or late the crop is planted. One consistent measure is the date at which planting in those states in the heart of the Corn Belt reaches 50 percent completed, as reported in the USDA’s weekly Crop Progress report. We previously examined this measure in the report found here.

Here we review the history of corn planting progress in the states of Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa for the period 1960 through 2011. We calculate the number of days before or after May 1st that planting reached 50 percent complete in each of the three states. Since planting progress is reported on a weekly basis, the date of 50 percent completion is calculated assuming equal daily planting progress during the week that 50 percent was reached or exceeded. For example, if planting progress for a particular state was reported at 42 percent on May 1st and 63 percent on May 8th, we assume that 3 percent of the crop was planted each day during the week and that planting progress reached 50 percent on May 4th. For that year, planting progress reached 50 percent 3 days after May 1st.

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The history of the number of days before and after May 1st that planting progress reached 50 percent in Illinois is shown in Figure 1. The first observation is that over time there has been a clear trend of reaching 50 percent completion earlier.

In the 1960s the 50 percent date tended to be about 15 days after May 1st while in recent years it has tended to fall near May 1st. This implies that corn is planted in Illinois about two weeks earlier than was the norm five decades ago. More formally, the fitted trend line indicates that 50 percent planting progress in Illinois has been reached nearly 0.4 days earlier each year since 1960. The trend is smaller, but similar, in Iowa (0.34 days) and Indiana (0.26 days).

The overall tendency towards earlier planting over time means that a 50 percent date that is 15 days after May 1st in say, 1975, is comparable to a 50 percent date of May 1st in 2012. So, in order to make “apples-to-apples” comparisons of planting progress over time we de-trended the 50 percent planting date observations, much like yield observations over time are de-trended to reflect changing production technology and management practices. This is accomplished by subtracting the fitted trend line prediction each year from the actual 50 percent observation. The result is a “de-trended” series of 50 percent dates that are comparable over time. continued on page a53

2012 corn crop to be the earliest ever planted? continued from page a52

Figures 2 through 4 present the trend-adjusted calculations of the number of days before or after May 1st that corn planting progress reached 50 percent in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa, respectively. Several observations can be made. First, the number of days before or after May 1st of 50 percent completion has been in a much narrower range for Iowa than for the other two states. Second, planting tends to reach 50 percent complete later in Indiana than in the other two states.

Third, the range in the trend-adjusted date of reaching 50 percent completion has been larger in all three states over the past two decades than in the previous three decades, particularly in Illinois and Iowa.

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For Illinois, the earliest trend-adjusted planting season was in 2004 when 50 percent planting completion was reached 13 days before May 1st. Other years when 50 percent completion was reached 10 or more days before May 1st included 1976, 1977, 1986, and 1988. For Indiana, 50 percent completion was reached 6 (trend-adjusted) days before May 1st in 1976, 2004, and 2010. Other early planting seasons included 1985, 1988, and 2001 when 50 percent completion was reached 4 days before May 1st. For Iowa, 50 percent completion was reached 9 (trend-adjusted) days before May 1st in 1977 and 1980. Planting reached 50 percent completion 6 to 8 days before May 1st in 11 other years.

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What about 2012? The USDA’s Crop Progress report released on April 17th (delayed one day due to technical difficulties) indicated that as of April 15th planting progress had reached 41 percent in Illinois, 24 percent in Indiana, and 5 percent in Iowa. For planting to equal the previous record early date, an additional 9 percent of the crop needs to be planted by April 18th in Illinois (3 percent per day after April 15th), an additional 26 percent needs to be planted by April 25th in Indiana (2.6 percent per day after April 15th), and an additional 45 percent needs to be planted by April 22nd in Iowa (6.4 percent per day after April 15th). It appears that a new record early date for reaching 50 percent planting completion could be reached in Illinois this year and perhaps in Indiana as well. It is less likely for record early planting to occur in Iowa. The April 23rd Crop Progress report will encompass the previous record early planting dates for Illinois and Indiana, with the report on April 30 to encompass the previous record early date for Indiana.

The trend calculations for 2012 are for planting to reach 50 percent complete on April 28th in Illinois, April 29th in Iowa, and May 8th in Indiana. For planting to reach 50 percent complete in Indiana by the trend date of May 8th, only 1.1 percent of the crop needs to be planted per day after April 15th. Similarly, to reach 50 percent complete by the trend date of April 29th in Iowa, only 3.2 percent of the crop needs to be planted per day after April 15th. continued on page a54

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2012 corn crop to be the earliest ever planted? continued from page a53

Implications Corn planting in 2012 will reach the 50 percent completion date earlier than any other year since 1960 in Illinois and perhaps in Indiana as well. While Iowa is not likely to set a record early date, it is likely that Iowa will reach 50 percent complete well before its trend date. While some records will be set in 2012 it is important to keep in mind that other years have seen corn planting almost as early. The main

market implication is that a smaller than average percentage of the U.S. corn crop is likely to be planted late (after May 20) and incur the yield penalty associated with late planting. As indicated in our post of March 23 a smaller than average portion of the crop planted late supports the expectation for the 2012 corn yield to be about two bushels above trend, if there are no other offsetting factors later in the season.

Groundwater levels generally up over last year

Groundwater levels rose or were unchanged throughout much of Nebraska over the past year, but over the past 30 years, there have been markedly different changes in eastern Nebraska compared to western Nebraska.

The latest statewide groundwater monitoring report by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s (UNL) Conservation and Survey Division (CSD) shows mixed results, depending on where and over what period of time groundwater levels are measured, but over the past five years, and especially over the past year, the news for Nebraska’s groundwater levels is generally good.

“The five-year period from spring 2006 to spring 2011 was characterized by groundwater level rises in almost all areas of the state except the Southwest and Panhandle Tablelands,” CSD and UNL School of Natural Resources (SNR) groundwater geologist Jesse Korus said.

From spring 2010 to spring 2011, 70 percent of the wells monitored for the report rose in groundwater levels, with 36 percent showing rises of more than a foot. Only 11 percent of monitored wells showed declines of more than a foot.

“The (groundwater level) rises over the past five years are a result of a combination of factors, including increased flows in streams and canals, decreased irrigation withdrawals and increased aquifer recharge compared to the several dry years prior to 2006,” said SNR geoscientist Mark Burbach, who co-authored the report with Korus and CSD cartographer Les Howard.

“Nebraska Statewide GroundwaterLevel Monitoring Report 2011” is the latest in a series of groundwater-level change maps and reports dating to 1954.

The 23-page illustrated report details and maps changes in Nebraska groundwater levels over the last year, over the past five and 10 years, from predevelopment of irrigation to spring 2011 and, new with this report, from predevelopment to spring 1981 and from spring 1981 to spring 2011.

It also includes average daily streamflows in 2010 and other related information.

The report’s authors chose to include maps comparing periods before and after 1981 because “several recorder wells in south-central Nebraska show markedly different patterns of groundwater level fluctuations during these two periods, and we wanted to investigate whether or not these patterns were consistent statewide,” Korus said.

“Up to 1981 groundwater declines were generally equal in magnitude in eastern and western areas of the state,” Korus said.

In general, the 30-year period after 1981 shows some significant increases in groundwater levels in the eastern half of

the state, with equally significant declines in some areas of the Panhandle and Southwest Nebraska.

“Some but not all of these trends are reflective of statewide precipitation patterns compared to the long-term norms,” Korus said. “The hypothesis is that the post-1981 recovery of groundwater levels in central and eastern Nebraska resulted from a combination of factors, including reduced (groundwater) withdrawals during several long periods of above-average precipitation, increased irrigation efficiencies, increasing rates of recharge and the aquifer equilibrating to the new conditions imposed on it by irrigation development decades earlier.”

Overall, from predevelopment of irrigation to spring 2011, the “long-term groundwater level changes in Nebraska primarily reflect aquifer depletion in areas of dense irrigation development and increases in storage due to seepage from canals and reservoirs,” Burbach said.

Predevelopment water levels are estimated, but generally occurred before the early to mid-1950s depending on when intensive groundwater irrigation began.

Average daily streamflows across Nebraska also got a considerable boost from above-average precipitation over much of the state in 2010.

“Average daily streamflows were higher than the 30-year average for most of Nebraska’s streams in 2010,” Korus said.

Highest discharges occurred in some tributaries to the Republican, Elkhorn, North Platte, White and Little Nemaha rivers.

Groundwater level change maps (http:// snr.unl.edu/data/water/groundwatermaps. asp) included in the report can be downloaded free at the SNR web site. Maps from previous years, dating to 1954, also are archived there. Efforts to monitor the state’s groundwater levels began in 1930.

Data for the maps, graphs and reports is based on recorded measurements from more than 6,000 observation wells taken by 27 organizations, including each of Nebraska’s 23 Natural Resources Districts, U.S. Geological Survey, Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and CSD. Groundwater level change maps rely on well readings recorded as close to April 1 as possible, before the start of the irrigation season.

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2011 John Deere “4WD” 9770STS 360 hp, 9.0L engine, 3-speed hydro transmission, Firestone 20.8x42 dual drive tires, 28L-26 steering tires, Command Touch operator control console, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Premium header control package, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, bullet rotor, 2-stage Dyna-Flo II cleaning system, extended wear small wire & small roundbar concaves, extended wear grain handling system with high capacity 22.5-ft. unload system, straw chopper, 635D-35-ft. draper header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001312................................CALL 2011 John Deere “4WD” 9770STS 360 hp, 9.0L engine, 3-speed transmission, Firestone 20.8x42 dual drive tires, 28L-26 steering tires, Command Touch operator control console, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Premium header control package, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, bullet rotor, 2-stage Dyno-Flo II cleaning system, extended wear small wire & round bar concaves, extended wear grain handling system with high capacity 22.5-ft. unload system, wide spread straw chopper, 635D 35-ft. draper header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001313................................CALL 2011 John Deere 9770STS 360 hp, 9.0L engine, 3-speed hydro transmission, Firestone 20.8x42 dual drive tires, 28L-26 steering tires, Command Touch operator control console, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Premium header control package, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, bullet rotor, 2-stage Dyna-Flo II cleaning system, extended wear small wire & roundbar concaves, extended wear grain handling system with high capacity 22.5-ft. unload system, wide spread straw chopper, 635D 35-ft. draper header. 0% Financing Available - oac #16001307................................CALL 2011 John Deere “4WD” 9770STS 360 hp, 3-speed hydro transmission, Firestone 20.8x42 drive tires, 28L-26 steering tires, Command Touch operator control console, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Premium header control package, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, bullet rotor, 2-stage Dyna-Flo II cleaning system, extended wear small wire & roundbar concaves, extended wear grain handling system with high capacity 22.5-ft. unload system, straw chopper, 635D 35-ft. draper header, Mauer grain tank extension, 935 hours. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001308.....CALL 2011 John Deere 9770STS 360 hp, 9.0L engine, 3-speed hydro transmission, Firestone 800/70R38 drive tires, 28L26 steering tires, Command Touch operator control console, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Premium header control package, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, bullet rotor, 2-stage Dyna-Flo II cleaning system, extended wear small wire & roundbar concaves extended wear grain handling system with high capacity 22.5-ft. unload system, straw chopper, 635D 35-ft. draper header, Mauer grain tank extension, 411 hours. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001305................................CALL 2011 John Deere 9770STS 360 hp, 9.0L engine, 3-speed hydro transmission, Firestone 800/70R38 drive tires, 28l26 steering tires, Command Touch operator control console, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Premium header control package, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, bullet rotor, 2-stage Dyna-Flo II cleaning system with high capacity 22.5-ft. unload system, straw chopper, 635D 35-ft. draper header, Mauer grain tank extension. 0% Finance Available oac. #16001311........................CALL

RIGID HEADERS

1998 John Deere 930R Dial-A-Speed reel control, lights. #16002200. (1)....$8500 John Deere 930R 30-ft. auger header, bat reel. #16002176. (2)...................$8000

FLEX HEADERS

2011 John Deere 635F 35-ft., pickup reel, composite auger fingers, 35-ft. AWS air reel. #16002208......................$54,500 2010 John Deere 635F 35-ft. platform with Crary air bar. #16002196. (4)..$50,000 2003 John Deere 930F 30-ft. header, pickup reel with Crary air reel. #16002222..............................$19,750 2001 Agco Gleaner 800 30-ft. flex header. #16002182. (1)........................$15,000

COMBINES

2011 John Deere 9770STS 360 hp, 9.0L engine, 3-speed hydro transmission, Firestone 800/70R38 drive tires, 28L26 steering tires, Command Touch operator control console, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Premium header control package, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, bullet rotor, 2-stage Dyna-Flo II cleaning system, extended wear small wire & roundbar concaves, extended wear grain handling system with high capacity 22.5-ft. unload system, straw chopper, 635D 35-ft. draper header, 655 hours. 0% Finance Available oac. #16001306. (4)..................CALL 2011 John Deere 9770STS 360 hp, 9.0L engine, 3-speed hydro transmission, Firestone 800/70R38 drive tires, 28L26 steering tires, Command Touch operator control console, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Premium header control package, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, bullet rotor, 2-stage Dyna-Flo II cleaning system, extended wear small wire & roundbar concaves, extended wear grain handling system with high capacity 22.5-ft. unload system, straw chopper, 635D 35-ft. draper header, Mauer grain tank extension, 613 hours. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001310................................CALL 2011 John Deere 9770STS Performance Plus, Premier cab, Hi-torque fixed speed, general purpose chaffer, heavy duty final drive, 900/60R32, 110-volt coolant heater, sidehill performance package, no header, 350 hours. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001298... . ................................................CALL 2011 John Deere 9770STS 360 hp, 9.0L engine, 3 speed hydro transmission, Firestone 800/70R38 drive tires, 28L26 steering tires, Command Touch operator control console, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Premium header control package, Contour Master feeder house with reverser, bullet rotor, 2 stage Dyna-Flo II cleaning system, extended wear small wire & roundbar concaves, extended wear grain handling system with high capacity 22.5-ft. unload system, straw chopper, 635D 35-ft. draper header, 230 hours. 0% Finance Available oac. #16001303. (1)..................CALL 2010 John Deere 9770STS Premier cab, level land feederhouse, extended wear system, wide spread/fine cut chopper with power cast trailboard, heavy duty final drives, 800/70R38 drive tires, 28L26 steering tires, feed accelerator slow down kit, 2-sets of concaves, 18” axle spacers, no header, 740 hours. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001314... . ................................................CALL 2010 John Deere 9770STS Premier cab, field vision HID lights, Contour Master feeder house with reverser & high torque variable speed drive, 3.15” lift cylinder, extended wear threshing elements, separator tines and rotor top cover, extended wear “stainless steel” clean grain elevator, tank charge housing and grain tank loading auger housing, heavy duty grain cross augers, Mauer grain tank extension, 2 speed chopper, 800/70R38 drive tires, 28L-26 steering tires, hydro transmission, JD 635D 35-ft. draper header, finger reel, transportation kit. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001229.............CALL

draper headerS

2009 John Deere 635D 35-ft., double sickle, hydrafloat automatic suspension & position control system, gauge wheels, 16” feed drum, 1-piece poly tine pickup reel with 10” center tube, hydraulic fore/aft, dial-a-speed control, 40” wide draper belts, single point hookup, spare sickle & road transport with lights. #16002224.............$50,000 2009 MacDon D50 35-ft.. pickup reel, slow speed transport, HFA, spare knife, poly skid shoes, CS20 adaptor for 60/70 series. #16002197. (2).............$45,000 2003 MacDon 963 36-ft., pickup reel, transportation kit, 60 Series JD adapter. #16002193..............................$30,000 2002 MacDon 972 36-ft., 50 Series adapter, finger reel. #16002217. (2)..... ................................................$16,500

2009 John Deere 9770STS Performance Plus custom package, Premier cab, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, 3.15” lift cylinders, premium header package, custom cutter extended wear small grain & round bar concaves, separator and grain handling package, high capacity 26-ft. unloading auger, 2 speed straw chopper, Firestone 800/65R32 drive tires with 4” axle extensions, 600/65R28 steering tires, Greenstar 2 display and Starfire receiver, 35-ft. 635D draper header with transportation kit. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001264. ...CALL 2009 John Deere 9770STS Performance Plus package, Premier cab, ContourMaster feederhouse with reverser, 3.15” lift cylinders, premium header package, custom cutter extended wear small grain & round bar concaves, separator & grain handling package, high capacity 22.5-ft. unloading auger, 2 speed straw chopper, Firestone 800/65R32 drive tires with 4” axle extensions, 600/65R28 steering tires, concave cover plates, additional grain tank sensor, Greenstar 2 display, Starfire ITC receiver. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001263.....CALL 2009 John Deere 9770STS Performance Plus custom package, premium cab, Contour Master feederhouse with reverser, 3.15” lift cylinders, Premium header, custom cutter extended wear small grain & round bar concaves, separator and grain handling package, high capacity 22.5-ft. unloading auger, straw chopper, Firestone 800/65R32 drive with 4” axle extensions, 600/65R28 steering tires, concave plates, additonal grain tank sensor, Greenstar 2 display, Starfire ITC receiver, 35-ft. 635D platform. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001262. . . ................................................CALL 2009 John Deere 9770STS Premier cab, Contour Master, deluxe header control with HHS, chopper with powercast tailboard, 20.8x38 duals, 600/65R28 rears, AM/FM/WB/CD, pickup reel, transport package. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001248. (1).......CALL 2008 John Deere 9770STS corn/small grain HD Performance package, Premier cab, Contour Master feeder house with reverser & high torque variable speed drive, Harvest monitor with Greenstar II display & receiver, extended wear separator & grain handling system with high rate unloading system, straw chopper, heavy duty hydro, 800/65R32 drive, 600/65R32 rear, 2008 John Deere 936D 36-ft. head, transportation kit. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001278. (3)........ . ................................................CALL 2008 John Deere 9770STS level land, hi torque, variable speed feeder house, deluxe header control, chopper, 800/65R32 drive tires, 18.4x26 steering tires, 936D-36-ft. draper header, 950 threshing hours. 0% Interest Available - oac. #16001317.....CALL 2008 John Deere 9770STS premier cab, Contour Master hi torque FH, HC FH cylinder, deluxe header controls with HHS, Greenstar Ready, AutoTrac Ready, small wire caves, GP chaffer, wide spread/fine cut chopper, 800/65R-32, 18.4R-26, 12” axle spacers, JD 936D draper platform, pickup reel, road transport system. 0% Interest Available - oac. #16001321.

(3).............................................CALL

2007 John Deere 9760STS Premier cab, Countour Master variable speed feeder house, premium header control, original Greenstar Harvest monitor with yield & moisture, Touchset adjustments, small wire concaves, general purpose chaffer & bottom sieve, 22’5” high capacity unloading auger, wide spread 2 speed chopper, heavy duty final drives & hydrostat, 800/65R32 drive tires, 600/65R28 rear tires on adjustable axle, block heater, concave cover plates. 0% Finance Available oac. #16001269........................CALL 2007 John Deere 9760STS Premier cab, Contour Master, variable speed feederhouse, Premium header controls, GS2 display, ITC receiver, Touchset controls, small wire caves, GP chaffer, wide spread chopper, 800/65R32, 600/65R28, buddy seat, AM/FM/CD/ WB. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001256. (1)..........................CALL 2004 John Deere 9760STS Harvest monitor, Touchset concave adjust, small wire concave, general purpose chaffer, heavy duty final drive, field office training seat, 110 volt coolant heater, Delco AM/FM/Weatherband/ CD, high density lighting, 936D draper header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001261. (4)..........................CALL 2004 John Deere 9660STS level land feeder house, 3 position height control, Harvest Doc, Touchset adjustment, small wire concave, standard unload auger, spreader, heavy duty final drive & hydrostatic system, 30.5x32 bar lug tires, 18.4-26 bar lug rear tires, training seat, stereo, service lights, Mauer grain tank extension, 16” axle extension, 635F 35-ft. flex header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001297.

(2)..............................................CALL 2002 John Deere 9750STS hydro, 300 bu. grain tank, 325 hp, Contour Master, 936D draper header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001287. (1).CALL 2002 John Deere 9650STS 20-ft. unloading auger, chaff spreader, 16.9-26 10 PR cleat, field office training seat, 110 volt coolant heater, AM/FM/Weatherband/CD, 18” axle spacer with 2003 JD 930F header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001246. (1)................CALL 2001 John Deere 9750STS level land variable speed feeder house, 20-ft. unloading auger, 30.5x32 drive tires with 16” axle spacer, straw chopper, yield monitor, JD 936D 36-ft. draper header, “reconditioned” new concaves, threshing elements, feeder chain, cross augers, etc. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001220.............CALL 2001 John Deere 9650STS grain combine, variable speed feeder house, high capacity feeder house cylinder, small grain deluxe package, 20-ft. unloading auger, twin disk spreader, 30.5x32, 16.9x26, buddy seat, AM/ FM/CD/WB, draper speed control, service lights, axle extensions with JD 936D draper platform, pickup reel, road transport system. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001275. (3).CALL 2001 John Deere 9650STS 290 engine hp, hydro, 250 bushel grain tank, level land feederhouse, 20-ft. unloading auger, twin disk spreader, 30.5x32 drive tires, 16.9-26 steering tires, draper speed control, service lights, axle extensions, 936D draper platform, pickup reel, road transport system, reconditioned. 0% Interest Available - oac. #16001275. (3)................CALL

2000 John Deere 9650W general purpose chaffer, 20-ft. unload auger, field office training seat, AM/FM/Cassette/Weatherband, straw chopper, beater grate curtain with 1997 JD 930R header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001290.

(1).............................................CALL 1999 John Deere 9650W level land feeder house, AM/FM radio, Greenstar yield monitor, dual range cylinder, 800/65R32 drive tires and 16.98x26 steering tires, straw chopper, 20-ft. unload auger, comes with 936D 36-ft. draper header, pickup reel, Dial-ASpeed, hydraulic fore/aft. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001289. (1).CALL 1998 John Deere 9610 20-ft. unloading auger, Dial-A-Speed header, right hand lever control, hydraulic fore/ aft reel, AM/FM radio, beater grate curtain with JD 930R rigid header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001272.

(1)..............................................CALL 1996 John Deere 9600 hydro, 240 bushel grain tank, front duals 520/85 R38, 14.9x24 rear steers, dial-a-matic header height, dial-a-speed reel, 20-ft. unloading auger with 1998 MacDon 962 36-ft. draper header with transport. 0% Interest Available - oac. #16001316. (1)..........................CALL 1994 John Deere 9500 chopper, spreader, 20-ft. unloading auger, Dial-A-Speed header, right hand lever control, hydraulic fore/aft reel, radio/AM/FM/SPK/ Band/Antenna, axle spacer with 2004 MacDon 974, 30-ft. header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001279... . ................................................CALL 1992 John Deere 9600 grain combine, 12” axle extension, 30.5x32 diamond tread tires, 14.9x24 rear tires, straw chopper with JD 930 platform, pickup reel. 0% Interest Available - oac. #16001295.

(3)..............................................CALL 1991 John Deere 9600 combine with chopper, 18.4x38 dual tires, 14.9/24 steering, DAS, Harvest Trak, AM/FM, John Deere 930R platform, pickup reel. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001277. (4)..........................CALL 1989 John Deere 9500 combine with 930R platform. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001280. (4)................CALL 1985 John Deere 8820 combine, 20-ft. unloading auger, chaff spreader, cylinder drive dual range, 14.9x24 steer, 30.5x32 drive, feeder chain with 930F header. #16001320. (2)......... $16,000 1982 John Deere 8820 new Reman engine 600 hours ago, hydro, straw spreader/chaff spreader, 230 30-ft. auger header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001291.................. $12,000 1982 John Deere 6620 posi-torque transmission, straw spreader, 166 bushel grain tank, JD 222 22-ft. auger header with Cheney finger reel. “Only 2935 hours”. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001274................................CALL 2002 Agco Gleaner R62 dual tailings, 4 speed hydro transmission, 2 speed cylinder, 30.5x32 drive tires, 280 hp, Cummins 8.3L, plastic finger reel with MacDon 962 36-ft. header. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001273.

(1)..............................................CALL 1994 Gleaner R62 Agco 30-ft. rigid head, bat reel. 0% Finance Available - oac. #16001288. (2)...................... $40,000

PICKUP HEADERS

John Deere 914P. #16002158 (3)..$7250 John Deere 212P. #16002145........$2500 John Deere 100 12-ft. with Melroe attachment. #16002209. (3)...................$700 Gleaner 400 Series Super 8 12-ft. pickup header. #16002192. (1)..............$4500

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406-228-2496 or 800-428-2496 Glasgow, MT (1) 406-765-1531 or 800-443-9447 Plentywood, MT (2) 406-485-2145 or 800-521-5800 Circle, MT (4) 406-787-6201 Culbertson, MT (3) Check out our website: www.fesmt.com

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Glasgow: Mike Johnson, Salesman 406-263-2501; Rob Campbell, Salesman 406-942-0543; Wade Engstrom AMS/Commercial Sprayer Specialist 406-263-2498; Coel Stutheit 406-263-2494 Plentywood: DJ. Dixon, Salesman 406-480-3512 Circle: Mike Haynie, Store Manager/Salesman, 406-263-2496; Justin Curtis, Salesman, 406-939-4805; Ole Rolandson, Salesman, 406-974-2144; Flint Hance, 406-974-3555 Culbertson: Mike Kjos, 406-489-7277; Luke Anderson, Salesman 406-790-0722

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Tractors - Row crop - COMPACT

2011 John Deere 8360R FWA, 360 engine hp, 290 PTO hp with Intelligent power mgmt. IVT transmission, 85cc hydraulic pump with 4 remotes, ILS front axle, premium CommandView II cab with 7” color monitor, 1-3/4” 1000 PTO, Cat IV drawbar, 710/70R42 dual rear tires, full coverage fenders, 480/70R34 dual front tires with fenders, HID light package, leather trim, electric mirrors, dual beam radar, cold weather package, 2-1400# rear weights, 16 quick attach front weights, foot throttle, JD link 5-year promotion. #16003565..........................$279,500 2011 John Deere 8360R FWA, 360 engine hp, 290 PTO hp, Intelligent power mgmt. IVT transmission, 85cc hydraulic pump with 4 remotes, ILS front axle, premium CommandView II cab, 7” color monitor, 1-3/4” 1000 PTO, Cat. VI drawbar, 710/40R42 dual rears with full coverage fenders, 480/70R34 dual front tires with fenders, HID light package, leather trim, electric mirrors, dual beam radar, cold weather package, 2-1400# rear weights, 16 guick attach front weights, foot throttle, JD link 5-year promotion. #16003566.

(1)........................................$277,500

2011 John Deere 6140D 115 PTO, cab, MFWD, 2 remotes, 18.4-38” rears, 14.9-24” wheels, cab seat air suspension, telescopic draft links, duals, 8 rear wheel weights, loader prep package, front fenders, tool box with 673 loader, grapple & grill guard. #16003603. (1)......................$89,950

2011 John Deere 6140D 115 hp, cab, MFWD, 2 remotes, rear 18.4x38” R1 tires, 14.9x24” wheels, cab seat air suspension, telescopic draft links, dual standard remotes with ISO BRK, eight rear wheel weights, Beacon light, tool box, 673 self leveling loader with 7-ft. bucket, 5-tine grapple, hood guard grill. #16003486............................$85,000

2010 John Deere 7230 MFWD, 18.4R38 rears, 13.6R28 front, PowrQuad Plus, deluxe exhaust, air comfort seat, tool box, cup holder, draft control, 2 remotes, power beyond, 4-450 lbs weights with H360 loader. #16003563.

(1)........................................$120,000

2010 John Deere 4720 FWA compact, 4 cylinder turbo charged diesel, 66 hp, 56 PTO hp, E-hydro transmission, cab, air, heat, 540 PTO, Cat I 3-pt., quick hitch, 17.5L-24 industrial tread rear tires, 10.00-16.5 front tires with 110 lbs. weights, hood guard, radio, 400CX loader, heavy duty bucket with cutting edge. “Only 75 hours.” factory warranty remains. #16003602.............$49,500 2008 John Deere 7630 MFWD, IVT, 480/80R42, 380/85R30, AutoTrac ready, 3 remotes, 540/1000 PTO, 32 gpm hydraulic pump, front fenders, foot throttle, instructional seat, 2-1400# weights, JD 746 SL loader, bucket, grapple. #16003573. (3)......$150,000

1969 John Deere 4520 2WD, syncro shift, super single rears, no 3-pt., 1000 PTO with 260 loader. #16003378. (1)......... . ............................................$17,500

1972 International 1066 2WD, DT414 turbo diesel engine, 125 PTO hp, torque amplifier, cab, heater, air, 18.4x38 tires, 540/1000 PTO, 3-pt. hitch, 3 hydraulics, Leon 747 loader, 96” bucket, 3-tine grapple. #16003528.

(1)..........................................$16,000

GRAIN CART

2012 Brent 882 800 bushel, 20” corner auger, 120” rigid axle, 27x32WH/30.5x32 R1 14 ply tires, Weather Guard roll tarp, 3.75” hitch, scale. #14200789. (2)........ ................................................$50,000

2011 Unverferth 1194 Avalanche, 1100 bushel, double auger, 22” pivoting unloading auger, 520/85R42 walking beam, tandem duals. #16010022. (4).. ................................................$71,500 2007 John Deere 7830 MFWD, AutoQuad, deluxe cab, Auto Trac ready, dual PTO, 4 remotes, recent engine overhaul, 746 loader, 5-tine grapple, 8-ft. bucket. #16003518. (3)..$156,950 2007 John Deere 6430 Premium plus cab, MFWD, 18.4R38 rear tires, 13.6R28 fronts, AutoPowr, 540/1000 PTO, deluxe exhaust, air comfort seat, cold start package, field office, power beyond, 673 SL loader, 7-ft. bucket. #16003571. (4)......................$83,000 2004 John Deere 7820 4700 hours, 3-pt., 3 remotes, 4-450# weights, 420/8Rx28 fronts, 20.8x38 rears with 746 loader. #16003470. (1)...... CALL

2003 John Deere 4310 4WD, hydrostatic, mid PTO, quick hitch, 72” mower, 660 tiller. #16003514. (4)................. CALL 1979 John Deere 4240 3-pt., powershift transmission, 148 loader, grapple, 2 remotes. #16003577. (1).......$28,500 1977 John Deere 4630 cab, 1000 PTO, no 3-pt., 3 remotes. #16003549. ....... . ............................................$18,800

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After Hours Sales:

Glasgow: Mike Johnson, Salesman 406-263-2501; Rob Campbell, Salesman 406-942-0543; Wade Engstrom AMS/Commercial Sprayer Specialist 406-263-2498; Coel Stutheit 406-263-2494 Plentywood: DJ. Dixon, Salesman 406-480-3512 Circle: Mike Haynie, Store Manager/Salesman, 406-263-2496; Justin Curtis, Salesman, 406-939-4805; Ole Rolandson, Salesman, 406-974-2144; Flint Hance, 406-974-3555 Culbertson: Mike Kjos, 406-489-7277; Luke Anderson, Salesman 406-790-0722

2004 Bourgault 5710 54-ft. with trailing 5350 tank, double shoot, 9.8” spacing, mid row banders, 3.5” steel packers, 3/4” carbide tips & scrapers, tip #200Tip-0811, 491 monitor. #16005151.

(2).............................................CALL

2004 Bourgault 5710 54-ft. air hoe drill with mid row banders, 9.8” spacing, 3-1/2” steel packers, 450# trips, 3/4” carbide tips, 5350 tow behind air seeder. #16005194.............. $82,000 2001 Flexi-Coil 5000 12” spacing, single shoot with 11L-15SL tires, 3.5 steel press wheels, 4” openers with 2340 cart, steel tank, 2 compartments, 30.5L-32 tires, 12 ply. #16005197..... . ........................................... $43,000 2000 Flexi-Coil 5000 51-ft., 12” spacing, 550# trips, 5.5” spacing semipneumatic packer wheels, double shoot air package with stealth 4” paired row openers, basic pin sensor blockage with 2000 Flexi-Coil 3450 tow between variable rate air cart, single fan, 10” auger, 30.5x32-R3 diamonds with 2000 Flexi-Coil 2340 tow behind variable rate air cart with 50 bushel 3rd tank option, 8” auger, dual fan, 28Lx26 R-1 tires. #16005158. (1)...... $93,000 1998 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. air drill, 71/2” spacing, stealth boots, carb tips, 3x21 solid wheels with 3450 cart, 1 tank, 3 compartments, variable rate, single shoot, 30.5x32 diamond tires. #16005186. (4)..................... $39,000

1994 Conservapak 33-ft. air drill with 160 bushel Valco cart with NH3, Honda gas engine driven fan, double shoot. #16005156. (3)............Taking Offers 1998 Flexi-Coil 2320 tow behind cart, 7” auger mechanic rate, single fan, 230 bushel. #16005190. (1)............ $9500

CONVENTIONAL DRILLS

John Deere 9400 drills, 50-ft., 10” spacing, pneumatic press wheels, transport, 2” shovels. #16005178. (4)..........$18,000

2000 John Deere 1820/1900 air hoe drill, 60-ft., 7.5” spacing, 4x21” semipneumatic packers, rock guards, 1” stealth openers, 1900 air trank, 350 bushel tow behind, 8” load auger, 30.5/32 diamonds, 21.5L/16.1SL cleats, single shoot, primary blockage. #16005139. (3)..................... $55,000 1993 John Deere 610/787 40-ft. hoe drill, 9” spacing, 4-run single shoot, V-groove press wheels, tow between tank. #16005180. (2)............ $14,000

2001 Kinze 840 30.5x32 diamond tread tires. #16009182. (1)................$19,500

406-228-2496 or 800-428-2496 Glasgow, MT (1) 406-765-1531 or 800-443-9447 Plentywood, MT (2) 406-485-2145 or 800-521-5800 Circle, MT (4) 406-787-6201 Culbertson, MT (3)

John Deere

2004 John Deere 1895 42-ft. no-till air hoe drill, 10” spacing, dry fertilizer, single placement fertilizer, steel gauge wheel tow-behind 1910-430 air seeder, 12” conveyor, flotation tires, variable seed and fertilizer rate control, “New disc”. #16005167......................... $149,000 2004 John Deere 1895 42-ft. disk drill, 10” row spacing, extended wear seed boots, dry fertilizer, steel gauge wheel, double shoot, remote switch, 1910430 tow behind seeder, 6-run double shoot, 8” fill/unload auger, open tank indicator, variable rate seed & fertilizer delivery. #16005185. (1)..... $144,500

2011 Unverferth 1194 Avalanche 1100 bushel, double auger, 22” pivoting unloading auger, 520/85R42 walking tandem axles. #16010024.......$71,500

2011 Unverferth 1082 1000 bushel, 20” corner auger, green, 27x32WH/900/60x32 R1, 134” axle, scale package, Weather Guard roll tarp. #14200764.....$55,000 2010 John Deere 7630 16 speed, Command View cab, AutoTrac Ready, standard comfort package, 3 Rem cylinder control, 540/1000 PTO, right hand Joystick 3 functions, 480/80R46, extremity lights, foot speed control throttle, cold weather package, AM/ FM/WB/radio, instructional seat, 1 pair inside wheel weights, 746 loader with grapple. #16003601. (1)......$151,500

2011 John Deere 1890 60-ft. “No-Till” air disc drill, single shoot, 7.5” spacing, primary blockage with 1910, 350 bushel tow behind cart, 8-run single shoot, regular meter roller, powered calibration, cane & rice tires, dual wheel caster beam, 10” auger, variable rate. #16005164. (3).................CALL 2011 John Deere 1835 41-ft. 550#, 3-rank 5.5”x21”semi pneumatic press wheels, electronic depth control, transport lowering stop, rock guards, tow behind, primary blockage, knife body & hardware, 4” tip with roll pin knife, 2011 JD 1910 430 bu, 3 tank, 4-run double shoot, 10” spacing, reg meter roller/front, high meter roller/ rear, 2-710/70R-38 high flotation tires, dual wheel caster beam, field hitch air sdng tool, 10” auger with steel flighting, variable speed. “Only 3100 acres.” #16005181. (4)................... $180,000 2009 John Deere 1835 with 1910 tow behind cart, 430 bu., 550# trips, 3-rank, 3x21 steel press wheels, 12.5L15 dual, electronic depth control, rock guards, hitch with Cat IV hitch link, SS seed & fertilizer air package, 6-run double shoot, 10” spacing, variable speed. #16005183. (2)................... $157,000

2007 Bourgault 5710 53-ft. air hoe drill with 9.8” spacing, stealth 1” openers, single shoot, mid row banders, NH3 system, rock guards, solid steel press, leading 6350 air tank, 8” loading auger, auxiliary lights, 2-tank cart, 30.5x32 cleats. #16005138. (2)..............CALL

2009 Great Plains 2600 hydraulic folding 26-ft. disk drills, 7-1/2” spacing, liquid fertilizer attachment. #16005192. (1)... ................................................$47,500

TILLAGE

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John Deere 1650 60-ft. toolbar, 12” spacing, harrows, Beline applicator. #16004058 (2).........................$11,000 Melroe 420 43-ft. toolbar, cable lift, gen openers & carbide tips with Concord air package. #16004052. (4)....... $2500

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1987 Hesston 6550 swather, Perkins diesel engine, cab, air with Hesston 6650 16-ft. platform, double sickle, conditioners with transport trailer. #16006400. (4)...................... $15,000 2002 John Deere 1600A mower conditioner. #16006357. (4)........... $13,800 1995 John Deere 1600A 16-ft. mower conditioner, new guards 2 years ago, new sickle, rubber conditioner rollers. #16006318. (4)...................... $10,500 1995 John Deere 1600A 16-ft. mower conditioner, 1000 PTO. #16006359.

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As vegetable gardeners gear up to plant homegrown produce, dormant weed seeds lie buried in the soil and ready to sprout the instant the right conditions occur.

“Sprout they will, leaving fledgling beans, zucchini, herbs and tomatoes to compete with fast-growing, naturally adapted weeds for space, water and nutrients in the garden,” says Ron Smith, North Dakota State University Extension Service horticulturist. “Ironically, the very act of preparing a vegetable garden encourages weeds. Turning and tilling the soil, plus creating the furrows to plant the vegetable seeds, exposes these dormant weed seeds to the light they need to germinate and grow.”

Most gardeners know to lay down a layer of mulch on top of the soil to deny weed seeds the sunlight needed to sprout.

However, fewer know there’s an organic pre-emergent option for vegetable gardens that can double the weed-fighting power of mulch.

Research at Iowa State University found that corn gluten has properties that prevent weed seeds from germinating.

This makes corn gluten an effective organic pre-emergent weed preventer in food crops. The corn gluten is usable throughout the growing season, even up to the day of harvest.

An easy-to-apply granular corn gluten option is Organic Preen Vegetable Garden Weed Preventer. It comes in a jug-handled bottle with a flip-top shake applicator. When sprinkled on garden soil or mulch, Organic Preen stops weed seeds from sprouting for up to four weeks per application.

During that period, it also stops weed seeds carried in by wind, birds and animals from growing.

“Pre-emergents don’t kill weeds because they’re weed preventers, so existing weeds must be removed manually or killed by other means,” Smith says. “The nice thing about pre-emergents is that you can apply them right over your established or recently transplanted vegetable plants. They should not be applied to areas in the garden that have just been seeded. The first true leaves of the vegetable species must be fully open before an application can be made.”

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4 medium unpeeled ripe bananas 4 teaspoons miniature chocolate chips 4 tablespoons miniature marshmallows Cut banana peel lengthwise about 1/2 in. deep, leaving 1/2 in. at both ends. Open peel wider to form a pocket. Fill each with 1 teaspoon chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon marshmallows. Crimp and shape four pieces of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square) around bananas, forming boats. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-10 minutes or until marshmallows melt and are golden brown. Yield: 4 servings.

Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwich with Grapes and Walnuts 1 cup Seedless Grapes 1-½ teaspoon Grapeseed Oil 2 teaspoons Honey, Divided, Plus More For Drizzling 1 /8 teaspoon Kosher Salt (Or Less) 6 ounces, weight Goat Cheese Crumbled 2 teaspoons Walnuts Halves, Chopped If Desired 4 slices Sandwich Bread (I Used Udi’s Gluten Free) Preheat oven to 400ºF. Place the grapes on a small nonstick baking sheet. Drizzle with grapeseed oil, 1 teaspoon of the honey, and salt. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the grapes begin to burst and shrivel. Remove and cool slightly. To assemble sandwich, preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Butter one side of each slice of bread.

Lay one piece into the skillet, butter side down. Add half of the goat cheese, place half of the grapes on top. Drizzle with about 1/2 teaspoon honey and top with half of the walnuts.

Place the second slice of bread on top, butter side up. Cook the sandwich for 3-4 minutes on the first side, until the cheese starts to melt, and the bottom slice of bread is toasted. Flip the sandwich and cook for another 2 minutes or so, until the bread is toasted. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.

Remove from pan and serve with a drizzle of honey.

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2 To 3 Whole Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, Cut Into 1-2 Inch Pieces Salt And Pepper, to taste 2 Eggs Beaten 1 cup Cornstarch ¼ cups Canola Oil 1 can (13 1/2 Oz. Size) Coconut Milk ¾ cups Sugar 1 teaspoon Cider Vinegar For the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and preheat oven to 325ºF. While oil is heating, season chicken with salt and pepper. Dip chicken in egg, then cornstarch, and fry in the oil until lightly golden brown, but not cooked through. I had to fry in a couple of batches so as not to overcrowd the pan. Remove chicken from pan and place on paper towel-lined plate briefly, then place in a single layer in a baking dish. For the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, sugar, and vinegar. Pour the sauce over the chicken and bake for about an hour, stirring the chicken every 15 minutes. Once cooked through, let stand for at least 5 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken. Serve immediately over rice.

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Estrous synchronization protocols for beef cows

By Robin Salverson, South Dakota State University After several years of research, cows can now be successfully inseminated at a predetermined fixed time (timed AI) with no heat detection and have comparable pregnancy rates to those achieved by heat detection. This has opened new doors for cow synchronization. However, there are still considerations that need to be taken before selecting the synchronization protocol for cows including: facilities, time and availability to heat detect, cost, experience and the body condition score and number of days after calving.

Cows need to be at a body condition score 5 or better during the breeding season and be at least 50 days post calving to help increase the success of the synchronization protocol.

If there are young, thin and or late calving cows in the herd, it is likely they are not cycling. The addition of a progestin such as a CIDR® in the protocol can help jump start some of these non-cycling cows. However, caution needs to be taken; the CIDR® or other progestins are not the “cure all” for thin, young and late calving cows and one should look at whether it is cost effective to synchronize these cows.

The Beef Reproduction Task Force composed of representatives of the AI and pharmaceutical companies, veterinarians and reproductive specialist have developed a list of synchronization protocols recommended for cows based on research data and field use. The recommended protocols can be found in the AI catalogs and on the Beef Reproduction Task Force website.

Take note that not all protocols are for both cows and heifers. There is a difference in physiological response between heifers and cows. It is important that you use a cow protocol.

Likewise, follow the protocol; give the proper hormone injection at the right time. Know what the purpose of each hormone is and how it affects the estrous cycle. Refer to the SDSU Extension Extras – The Bovine Estrous Cycle (FS921A) and Understanding Estrous Synchronization of Cattle (FS921C) for more information.

The recommended cow estrous synchronization protocols have been put into one of three categories: Heat Detection Protocol Heat Detection and Time AI Protocol Fixed Time AI Protocol Heat Detection Protocols: Cows in these protocols should be inseminated 6 to 12 hours after the first observation of standing heat. During peak heat activity which is approximately 48 to 72 hours after prostaglandin; heat detection should occur at a minimum of 3 times per day for at least 1 hour per check for a total of 3 hours with 5 to 6 hours of heat detection being better. Refer to the SDSU Extension Extra Detection of Standing Estrus In Cattle (FS921B) for more information on detecting heat. The heat detection protocols for cows include: Select Synch Select Synch + CIDR® PG 6-day CIDR® Heat Detect and Time AI (TAI) Protocols: These protocols include a combination of both heat detection and timed insemination. Cows observed in heat should be inseminated 6 to 12 hours after standing heat. After approximately 3 days of heat detection, all cows not showing heat after the PG injection will be given an injection of GnRH and inseminated (i.e. timed insemination). The amount of time spent on heat detection is reduced and early responders have a better chance of conceiving compared to a single fixed-timed AI. The Heat Detect and Time AI protocols include: Select Synch & TAI Select Synch + CIDR® & TAI PG 6 –day CIDR® & TAI Fixed-Time AI (TAI) Protocols: In a fixed-time AI protocol, all cows are inseminated at a pre-determined time no heat detection occurs. Research has shown that pregnancy rates of fixed timed AI protocols have been as successful as protocols with heat detection. It is important, when considering these fixed timed AI protocols, only synchronize the number of cows that can be inseminated in a 3 to 4 hour period. Fixed-Time AI protocols include: 7-day CO-Synch + CIDR® 5-day CO-Synch + CIDR® Refer to the Applied Reproductive Strategies in Beef Cattle website for details on the 2012 synchronization protocols for cows and heifers. Likewise, another resource for cattle producers is the Estrous Synchronization Planner. The planner develops a calendar for application of the protocols and can compare costs of three different protocols. This is a free planner for producers.

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Spring lawn projects

By Jim Stordahl, Clearwater/Polk County Extension Service, Minnesota Warm spring weather is here. Longer days and pleasant weather seems to draw homeowners outdoors in search of weekend yard projects. Here’s a couple to get you going.

Fixing “dog spots” Pet droppings, along with the associated doses of urine, create areas of “fertilizer burn” that stay brown as the rest of the lawn greens up in spring.

The first step in “fixing” those spots is to soak them thoroughly with water. Watering dilutes the salts from those “Fido deposits” in the soil, driving it deeper and spreading it harmlessly over a wider area. Sometimes this will take care of the problem provided the roots haven’t been destroyed.

However, if you don’t see new blades of grass emerging from those spots within a week or so, you can assume the roots are dead, and the grass will have to be replaced.

Spots that are smaller than your fist should fill in by themselves as surrounding grasses spread. Of course, this only works if the lawn is healthy and growing vigorously.

It takes much longer in a heavily shaded area or in a lawn where grass is thin and weak.

Larger spots will fill with weeds before surrounding grasses have a chance to take over, so more aggressive repairs are needed if you want your lawn to look good. The first step is to dig them out and add some soil from your garden to bring them level with the surrounding grass. Sprinkle grass seeds on top and water the areas frequently. You can also use products that are meant specifically for patching the lawn.

They contain grass seed and starter fertilizer in brightly dyed mulch. Simply spread the material and keep it moist, following label directions.

Another option is to make your own sod patches. Dig out the dead spots and replace them with chunks of sod you’ve dug from a less conspicuous part of your lawn – or better yet, from your neighbors lawn (I am kidding, or course!).

Then seed those areas where you removed the sod, and keep both the newly seeded and newly repaired areas watered frequently, until the sod takes and new grass is growing where you took out the original chunks.

Mulches in Home Landscapes Mulches offer your garden and landscape many benefits.

They cover the soil surface around plants and help hold moisture in the soil. Mulches also moderate soil temperature, reduce soil erosion and compaction and keep lawn mowers and weed whips away from tree trunks. Mulches also prevent soil and some disease organisms from direct contact with leaves, flowers and fruits.

The two types of mulch, organic and inorganic, each have advantages and disadvantages.

Organic mulches originate from plant and animal wastes.

Organic mulches include shredded bark, chipped bark and wood, rotted animal manure, compost, leaves, pine needles, grass clippings, sawdust, cocoa bean shells and rice hulls.

Inorganic mulches include a wide variety of stone products, black plastic sheeting and black synthetic fabrics, often called weed barriers. You typically use weed barriers beneath stone or bark mulch, although you can use them alone as mulch in vegetable gardens. These materials raise the soil temperature for warm season crops like tomatoes and peppers.

Organic mulches slowly decay over time. While decaying, they add organic material and nutrients to the soil. Organic matter improves drainage in clay soils and water-holding capacity in sandy soils. Inorganic mulches do not decay and so do not add anything to the soil. Replenish organic materials each year or two as needed.

When you apply a two to four inch layer of organic mulch, you do not need a plastic or fabric weed barrier mat beneath the mulches to control weeds. Organic mulches are usually less expensive than inorganic mulches. You can use yard waste materials, such as grass clippings and leaves as mulch around landscape plants and in the garden. You can also use compost as mulch.

Although stone mulches are more expensive, you do not have to replenish them if properly used. Always place stone mulch over weed barriers. This prevents stones from mixing with the soil below. Stones come in many colors and sizes.

Avoid using white stone mulches, especially limestone and marble chips, because they can adversely affect soil pH. White stone mulch also reflects heat and detracts from the rest of the landscape. Remember, leaves, twigs and other organic matter may collect in stone mulch. You will need to clean out the material or live with that appearance.

For more information contact me at 800-450-2465 or stordahl@umn.edu.

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Why young workers should care about Social Security

By Nicole Tiggemann, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Denver Summer will be here before we know it. That means millions of high school and college students will be searching for jobs. Whether a new worker is beginning the career of a lifetime or just earning some extra money for the school year to come, there is one question that is likely to be on each new worker’s mind when they see their first pay stub: Where’s the rest of my money?

Generally, employers are required to withhold Social Security and Medicare tax from a worker’s paycheck. The amounts you pay in Social Security and Medicare taxes are matched by your employer. Usually the money that is withheld is referred to as “Social Security taxes” on the employee’s payroll statement. Sometimes the deduction is labeled as “FICA taxes,” which stands for Federal Insurance Contributions Act. So let us tell you how that money is being used, and what’s in it for you.

The taxes paid now translate to a lifetime of protection, when you eventually retire or if you become disabled. In the event that you die young, your dependent children and spouse may be able to receive survivors benefits based on your work.

Today you probably have family members — grandparents, for example — who already enjoy Social Security benefits that your Social Security taxes help provide.

You may be a long way from retirement now, so you may find it hard to appreciate the value of benefits that could be 40 or 50 years away. But consider that your Social Security taxes could pay off sooner than you think. Social Security provides valuable disability benefits — and studies show that a 20-year-old has about a three in 10 chance of becoming disabled sometime before reaching retirement age.

Another bit of helpful advice for young workers: be wary if you’re offered a job “under the table” or “off the books.”

If you work for any employer who pays you only in cash, understand that you’re likely not getting Social Security credit for the work you’re doing.

Want to learn more about Social Security and what it means to young workers? If so, we invite you to enjoy a webcast: Social Security 101: What’s In It For Me? The webcast will fill you in on the details you should know to get the most out of Social Security. Check it out at www. socialsecurity.gov/webinars/social_security_101.html.

If you have questions about Social Security, the best place to go is online — to www.socialsecurity.gov.

MDOL proposes DSA boundary adjustment

The Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) is proposing to adjust the boundary for its Designated Surveillance Area (DSA) after brucellosis-exposed elk were found in the Blacktail-Sage Creek area south of Dillon, Montana.

According to the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP), five of 46 elk trapped in the area this past winter tested positive for exposure to brucellosis. The proposed adjustment would include the region where the exposed elk were found by shifting the DSA’s western-most boundary from Blacktail Road to Interstate 15.

It’s the second time MDOL has had to adjust its DSA boundaries. The first adjustment occurred in August 2011 after brucellosis-exposed elk were found in the Ruby Range.

The proposed adjustment would increase the size of the DSA from 4.04 percent of the state’s land mass to 4.58 percent, with the number of cattle within increasing from an estimated 46,000 head to an estimated 73,200 head.

Created in 2010 following expiration of the Brucellosis Action Plan, the DSA is designed to protect the marketability of Montana cattle. It increases disease surveillance where brucellosis-exposed wildlife is known to exist, and outlines livestock testing and identification requirements within the area.

Zaluski said the DSA shows other states that Montana takes brucellosis seriously.

“Other states want to know we’re doing everything we can to protect our herd, and theirs, from ------brucellosis,” he said. “In that regard, the DSA is vitally important to helping protect the marketability of our cattle.”

There is “no question,” he added, that the DSA is working as designed.

A copy of the proposed rule can be found on the department’s web site at http://liv.mt.gov/brucellosis.

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Pheasant Winter Cover Enhancement SAFE program

Interested agricultural producers and landowners in Daniels & Sheridan counties are now eligible to sign up for a limited number of acres under the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement (SAFE) Program aimed at enhancing pheasant winter cover and upland bird habitat, USDA Montana Farm Service Agency (FSA) Acting State Executive Director Dick Deschamps announced today.

The Montana Pheasant Winter Cover Enhancement SAFE initiative is a cooperative effort between FSA, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks, landowners and Pheasants Forever to voluntarily enroll cropland into CRP to improve habitat for ring-necked pheasants in northeastern Montana.

Montana FSA is now offering interested agricultural producers and landowners the opportunity to enroll up to 1,500 acres in Daniels County and 1,500 acres in Sheridan County. Those interested can contact the Daniels County FSA Office in Scobey and the Sheridan County FSA Office in Plentywood for more information.

“The Montana SAFE Program allows agricultural producers in these counties to install practices through CRP that benefit ring-necked pheasants and other upland birds,” Deschamps said. “It’s a continuous CRP signup program and acceptable SAFE offers will be approved on a first-come first-serve basis through Daniels and Sheridan County FSA offices.”

The goal of the Montana project is to provide blocks of grass and/or shrub cover for ring-necked pheasants and other upland birds near existing permanent winter cover; improve habitat near existing permanent winter cover; expand habitat by converting eligible croplands to grassy cover and improve water quality and reduce soil erosion within project area.

Acres enrolled must be located next to winter cover, have available nest cover within 1.5 miles of winter cover, include an area of at least 10 percent winter cover, have a developed Wildlife Resource Management System and be included in an approved conservation plan. Eligible cropland is cropland that has been planted or considered planted to an agricultural commodity during four of the six crop years from 2002 to 2007. A minimum of 40 acres must be offered.

Eligible SAFE participants will receive annual rental payments on a 10 to 15 year contract. For newly enrolled lands, participants may also receive an up-front signing incentive payment equal to $10 per acre multiplied by each full year of the contract up to 10 years, up to 50 percent cost chare, and a practice incentive payment equal to 40 percent of the eligible total cost of practice installation.

For more information, call or visit the Daniels County FSA Office in Scobey at (406) 487-5366 and the Sheridan County FSA Office in Plentywood at (406) 765-1550 or visit the state FSA website at www.fsa.usda.gov/mt.

Final Bowhunter Education for 2012

Great Falls’ final bowhunter education classroom course for this year has been set.

Classes will be 6-9 p.m., May 15 and 17, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 19, followed by an outside field course. Classes will be held at Paris Gibson Education Center, 2400 Central Avenue, Great Falls, Montana. The course is free.

Registration is currently online at the FWP website http://fwp.mt.gov. Click on the Education menu, then select Hunter Education followed by Bowhunter Education Program. Next pick View Schedule for the program and look for May 15.

For those without computer access registration will take place 7-8:30 p.m., May 8, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 9, 10 and 11, at the Fish, Wildlife and Parks Region 4 office, 4600 Giant Springs Road.

Prospective bowhunters, ages 12 to 17, must take both a hunter and bowhunter education course before they can buy an archery license.

All first time bowhunters, regardless of age must complete a bowhunter education course. State law says anyone buying an archery license must show either a previous year’s archery license or a certificate of completion from a bowhunter education course.

For more information on this or any other course in north central Montana contact the FWP office in Great Falls, Montana, 454-5840.

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Forage kochia for feed, reclamation efforts

Researchers at the University of Wyoming will begin studying whether or not a drought-resistant plant unfazed by poor soils is an answer to reclaiming sites disturbed by oil and gas extraction.

Forage kochia is a semi-evergreen, perennial shrub that can compete with cheatgrass, halogeton and other annual weeds.

Forage kochia is well-adapted to arid areas, provides good nutrition in the fall and winter, and can be used in greenstrips to stop wildfire, said Anowar Islam, University of Wyoming Extension forage agroecologist and assistant professor in the Department of Plant Sciences.

Islam, in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and master’s student Matt Jolivet were to plant seeds early this month at a plot west of Laramie.

The plant could benefit agriculture and energy companies.

“We want to look at it as both a forage and a tool for reclamation in the oil and gas industry,” said Jolivet.

The plant could hold its own against weeds like cheatgrass, halogeton and Russian thistle, which are often first to invade disturbed sites.

“Reclamationists have tried to reclaim topsoil year after year with little success,” said Islam. “This might be an important species to grow on disturbed soil.”

The plant is not to be confused with the annual kochia weed, they cautioned. The forage species is native to the arid areas of Kazakhstan and Central Asia. “It’s a pasture plant like our sagebrush and has been called the alfalfa of the desert,” said Jolivet.

Only one variety had been available in the United States until last month. Immigrant was released in 1984 by Blair Waldron with the USDA-Agricultural Research Service’s Forage and Range Research Laboratory in Logan, Utah. He released a new variety, Snowstorm, March 22.

Snowstorm is superior to Immigrant, said Islam. It is taller and will catch and retain more snow, has better forage production and larger seeds.

“There is significance in the name,” said Islam. “It is named for its ability to extend the grazing season into the fall and winter.”

Islam said seeds are viable for only a year. Seed is broadcast on top of the snow or ground, and seeding is recommended December through February at 1 to 3 pounds per acre as a mix with grass or 3 to 6 pounds per acre as a monoculture. The plant is slow to mature, providing forage in the late fall and early winter.

Jolivet said forage kochia establishes best in already disturbed soil.

Islam said there is some concern forage kochia may invade and suppress native plant communities. Recent reports have shown that forage kochia competes well with annuals but does not invade perennial plant populations, he said.

Conversely, he noted, research has shown that forage kochia is often the only alternative to cheatgrass and halogeton on severely degraded rangelands.

“Planted forage kochia can easily be killed by Roundup,” Islam added. “Further evaluation of forage kochia will determine its widespread utilization or recommendation.”

N.D. 4-H horse quiz bowl winners announced

The Mountrail County team of Veronica Enander, Haley Goodal, Bobbi Hennessy, Cheyane Leidle and Wyatt Woodbury placed first in the senior division of the North Dakota 4-H horse quiz bowl.

A team from Benson and Sargent counties placed second. Team members are Katie Rice, Kelly Fragodt, Hanna Brummond, Emma Howey and Marisa Smith. Barnes County’s team finished third. Team members are Bailey Brown, Michaella Langer, Brooke McDonald and Taylor Storhoff.

In the junior division, Morton County’s team placed first. Team members are Ashley Goldade, Brooke Heidrich, Morgan Henke and Brenna Hoger.

The Barnes County team of Rathyn Krueger, Breanna McDonald, Hailey Schaefer-Jewett and Jessie Undem took second place. The Benson County team of Will Rice, Kevin Johnson, Ethin Johnson, Becca Johnson and Jacob Arnold finished third.

The contest was held March 30-31 in Fargo.

The North Dakota 4-H Foundation sponsored the awards.

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2001 Ford Expedition XLT 4x4, good tires, 109,000 miles.Tag #JSmith0312.$5500 1979 Chevrolet coupe. Tag #BHand0711 1951 Chevrolet pickup. Tag #BHand0711 Ford F3 pickup with sprayer. Tag #Mcclean1111 1962 Ford F250 2WD, 4 speed, long box, 43,424 miles. Tag #Pwicks1010 Chevrolet 20 2WD pickup. Tag #Pwicks1010 GMC 1500 2WD pickup. Tag #Pwicks1010 1983 Ford 11/2 ton pickup with stock rack, 86,000 miles. Tag #JohnW0211

TRUCKS

Ford F600 dump truck with 5 yard box. Tag #TSal0411..............................$5500 1971 service truck with 2- 300 gallon tanks. Tag #GeoSto0411 Chevrolet van truck. Tag #Klarson1211......................................................$1500 Mack cabover tandem axle truck, 20-ft. box and hoist, no power steering. Tag #MarvinG0212......................................................................................$6500

SPRAYERS

Flexi-coil System 65 90-ft. field sprayer. Tag #LarryK0112........................$7500 3-ComputerSpray sprayers. 1 is good and 2 for parts. Tag #BMun0811 1990 Flexi-Coil System 65 sprayer, single 16.5x16.1 tires, windscreens, mixer tank. Tag #PhilA0911 Model A 27000 Big A sprayer, ready to go to work. Tag #JR0511..........$22,000 Versatile 3000 field sprayer, 1000 gallon tank, PTO drive, 70-ft. booms with markers. Tag #Sam0511 Melroe 210 Spra-Coupe, flotation tires, 130 gallon tank, Tee Jet nozzles. Tag #AHan0511..............................................................................................$5500 1996 ComputerSpray sprayer with updates, sprays on 12” centers, 60-ft. booms. Tag #KDanger0411......................................................................$8500 1993 Ford F350 pickup with Field Commander sprayer, 500 gallon tank, new hydraulic pump, new water pump kit. Tag #MSuta0211.....................$12,000

COMBINES

John Deere 7720 combine with 24-ft. header. Tag #DaleH0312 John Deere 9600 combine. Tag #PatW0312 1996 Case 2188 combine and headers. Tag #LarryK0112......................$85,000 Case IH 1680 combine, 30-ft. Honeybee header, new motor 150 hours ago, new elephant ears, other recent repairs. Tag #RWinko0112 John Deere 55 combine, factory cab. Tag #BScalese0112 1992 John Deere 9600 combine, 930 header. Tag #PWicks0112...........$60,000 1987 Case IH 2188 combine with 1042 36-ft. draper header and 13-ft. 1010 pickup header. Tag #LarryK0711........................................................$86,000 John Deere 105 combine with 22-ft. header and 13-ft. pickup header. This is the last 105 model made. Tag #RWinko0911..............................................$3500 John Deere 105 combine with 22-ft. header. Tag #MikeMc0911.................$3500 2004 Case IH 2388 combine with 36-ft. 1042 header. Tag #BillMc0911....$245,000 Allis-Chalmers N6 combine. Tag #CDy0911..............................................$8500 Allis-Chalmers R60 combine. Tag #CDy0911 Massey-Ferguson 760 combine with 24-ft. header, 2800 separator hours. Tag #PTurner0911.......................................................................................$3500 Allis-Chalmers M combine with 20-ft. header. Tag #BuckD0911

SWATHERS & MOWER CONDITIONERS

New Holland 411 disc mower, PTO drive. Tag #Scotty0611.......................$8500 New Holland 1100 swather, 12-ft. header. Tag #Scotty0611.......................$7500 International 5000 swather, 16-ft. hay header, new rebuilt engine. Tag #SteveFair0811................................................................................................$7000 New Holland 1475 swather, 16-ft. 2326 header, excellent shape. Tag #KenL0811.........................................................................................$15,500 John Deere 1600A 14-ft. haybine, excellent shape. Tag #AceD0711 John Deere 1600 14-ft. haybine. Tag #GeneM0711 New Holland 1475 mower conditioner, pivot tongue, 18-ft. auger header, nice unit. Tag #RumRanch0611 Versatile 400 swather with 20-ft. DSA header. Tag #RWinko0911..............$4000

ROUND & SQUARE BALERS

2010 New Holland 5080 small square baler, like new. Tag #Riley0312...$24,000 2006 John Deere 568 round baler, Mega Wide pickup, net wrap. Tag #Larryk0112..............................................................................................$33,000 New Holland 1425 self propelled square baler. Tag #Larryk0112..............$7500 Case RBX562 round baler, net wrap, low bale count. Tag #NorthF1011 New Holland 570 square baler, PTO, good shape. Tag #Hug1011.............$4500 Massey baler. Tag #JPrin1211......................................................................$600 1989 John Deere 535 round baler, dual twine arms, excellent shape. Tag #BuckD0611.........................................................................................$6500 1979 Vermeer 605F round baler with twine wrap. Tag #PUnderdahl1008.

New Holland 273 square baler. Tag #NFug0610.

Massey-Ferguson baler. Tag #JPrin1209.....................................................$600 New Holland 660 round baler, twine tie, bale command. Tag #JessK0811 New Holland 664 round baler, twine wrap, bale command. Tag #JessK0811

MISC. HAY TOOLS

2006 Case hay rake. Tag #Larryk0112.....................................................$10,500 John Deere 360 3 point flail mower. Tag #GeneM0711 Stackhand 60A. Tag #Rum0411.................................................................$2000 2-Sitrex 3-wheel, 3 point rakes. Tag #DKnaup0710.

Hay conditioner for Versatile 400 swather. Tag #DeanK1209.........................$750 New knotter for International baler. Tag #WSpiecher1008.

New H&S rakes available. Give us a call.

New Holland HT 154 12 wheel rake. Tag #RWell0811...............................$6800 John Deere 700 hydraulic rake. Tag #JessK0811.......................................$6500 Vermeer R23A hydraulic drive rake. Tag #ChuckS1011..............................$9900

BALE MOVERS

New Holland 1048 balewagon. Tag #JessK0811........................................$8500 New Holland 1002 pull type bale wagon. Tag #BrandtH0609.

New Holland 1047 self-propelled bale wagon. Tag #LarryK091.................$6500 New Holland Super 1049 bale wagon. Tag #KevinM1011.......................$18,500

NEW ITEMS

1955 Cockshutt tractor with snowblade. Tag #AHanson0512.............. $6500 Kwick-Kleen been used very little. Tag #MikeR0512............................ $7000 1974 Steiger Tiger 2 4WD tractor. Tag #DickU0512.......................... $25,000 1979 Allis Chalmers 8550 4WD tractor, PTO. Tag #DickU0512........ $15,000 1950 Oliver tractor, Detroit diesel. Tag #DickU0512.............................. $7500 1976 John Deere 9350 40-ft. drills, rubber packers, acra points. Tag #DickU0512.................................................................................... $5000 1979 John Deere 9350 40-ft. drills, packer wheels, acra points. Tag #DickU0512.................................................................................... $5000 1967 Anderson 30-ft. plows. Tag #DickU0512...................................... $3000 1969 Glenco 38-ft. plow. Tag #DickU0512............................................. $4000 1974 Anderson 32-ft. plow. Tag #DickU0512........................................ $3500 1980 Melroe 505 42-ft. plow, 11/4 shanks. Tag #DickU0512................... $6500 1969 Terex T-3 scraper. Tag #DickU0512............................................ $15,000 1985 Kenworth cabover, new motor, 9 speed Fuller transmission. Tag #DickU0512................................................................................. $13,500 1969 Timpte 40-ft. grain trailer. Tag #DickU0512................................... $8000 1976 Donahue 42-ft. drill trailer. Tag #DickU0512................................. $4000 1985 Viking 400 bushel pup trailer. Tag #DickU0512............................ $8000 2500 gallon water trailer, 4 compartments. Tag #DickU0512................. $2500 Western 4” wheel line, 1/4 mile. Tag #HClark0512................................. $4500 International Vibra Shank 24-ft. plow. Tag #HClark0512 New pasture harrows. Tag #Hug0512....................................$170 per section New Farm King rototillers available. Tag #Hug0512 New Batco 155 belt conveyor, 15” belt, 55-ft. long. Tag #GMiller0512 Massey Ferguson 35 tractor, Davis loader. Tag #Aber0512................. $5500 Melroe 210 Spra-Coupe flotation tires, 130 gallon tank, TeeJet nozzles. Tag #AHan0512..................................................................................... $5500 John Deere 7020 4WD tractor, 1000 PTO, duals with 4 of them new. Tag #MGoss0512................................................................................... $6900 Big A A27000 sprayer, ready to go to work. Tag #JR0512................. $22,000 2006 Case IH 2388 combine, 36-ft. Case IH 1042 header, 1100 seperator hours, may trade for 200 hp tractor. Tag #BillMC0512............................... . ........................................................ $150,000 combine $30,000 header 1998 New Holland 664 round baler, net wrap. Tag #KerryS0512...... $10,500 1985 GMC 2 ton truck, 350 engine, only 32,000 miles, real clean truck, custom built 2 compartment tender box. Tag #GaryY0512................ $12,000 Rugby 8-ft.x12-ft. dump box off Kodiak truck, excellent shape. Tag #JasonB0512........................................................................................ $4500 100 gallon enclosed pickup fuel tank with tool box and electric fuel pump. Tag #JasonB0512.................................................................................. $2500 1982 Drott 40B wheel excavator. Tag #DaveA0512 Glenco 12-ft. cultivator. Tag #ScottO0512............................................. $1800 12-ft. disc. Tag #ScottO0512 Chevrolet cabover grain truck with grain box. Tag #ScottO0512 Ford winch truck. Tag #ScottO0512 John Deere 930 30-ft. straight cut header off 9760 combine. Tag #RobC0512.................................................................................. $16,000 MacDon 821 adaptor for MacDon header to fit 9030 bi-directional. Tag #TimV0512 Engine end 3 point hitch & PTO for 9030 bi-directional.Tag #RogW0512..$3800 2001 Case IH STX440 tractor, triples, powershift, 2950 hours. Tag #RogW0512............................................................................... $139,000 3-used 6-ft. spike tooth harrows. Tag #Hug0512............................... $75 each 15-ft. bat wing mower, good for CRP mowing. Tag #RalphJ0512....... $10,500 Hesston 2410 60-ft. disc, 24” discs, good for CRP breaking. Tag #CliffB0512 Vermeer 23A hay rake. Tag #Chuck0512 2008 John Deere 946 15-ft. disc mower conditioner, hydraulic header tilt. Tag #BarbH0512................................................................................. $20,000 Brandt 90-ft. field sprayer. Tag #0512.................................................... $8500 John Deere 8400 track tractor, 3 point, 1000 PTO, Green Star ready. Tag #BarryH0512 Kinsey grain cart, 1000 PTO, tandem axle. Tag #BarryH0512 1992 John Deere 9600 combine, yield monitor, 2400 hours. Tag #PatW0512.................................................................................. $55,000 Versatile 935 4WD tractor, pump set at 365 hp, 903 engine, new tires. Tag #PatW0512.................................................................................. $29,000 Dodge pickup box, single wheel, white and silver. Tag #JP0512 Chevrolet pickup box, single wheel, red. Tag #JP0512 1986 Ford pickup box, dually, red. Tag #JP0512................................... $1100 Chevrolet pickup box, dually, teal. Tag #JP0512................................... $1200 Dodge pickup box, dually, white. Tag #JP0512...................................... $1800 Flexi-coil System 82 50-ft. harrow with mounted Valmar 240 Fargo applicator. Tag #RodgW0512 New Holland 354 grinder mixer. Tag #RogW0512 Powder River squeeze chute on wheels. Tag #RodW0512 Flexi-coil 3 point hitch post pounder. Tag #Deanl0512......................... $1200 1960 Ford T850 truck, gas engine, 5th wheel plate, PTO water pump, 105,000 miles. Tag #M&M0512....................................................... $2500 Ford F750 truck, PTO water pump, 2000 gallon water tank. Tag #M&M0512. . ...................................................................................................... $2500 Fruehauf 4000 gallon water tank trailer. Tag #M&M0512...................... $2500 1957 International truck, heavy duty box, 14-ft. with high sides. Tag #PaulT0512 1952 Chevrolet 2 ton truck, 14-ft. grain box. Tag #PaulT0512 Yearling bulls for sale. Tag #PaulT0512 2011 Ford F350 King Ranch pickup, crew cab, off-road package, loaded, 119,000 miles, white. Tag #JoeK0512.......................................... $36,000 2 horse trailer, up front tack. Tag #MarP0512........................................ $1200 2-International 7100 drill, 12-ft., 10” spacing, fertilizer and grain box, steel packers. Tag #TomP0512 Versatile 400 swather, 20-ft. header. Tag #TomP0512 John Deere 4020 tractor, 58 loader, no PTO. Tag #ANF0512............... $7500 Campbell Hansfeldt 6 hp, 60 gallon air compressor. Tag #KerryC0512...$800 Versatile 2400 24-ft. draper header to fit bi-directional tractor. Tag #KerryC0512............................................................................................ $500 Shaver HD post pounder with front mount bracket. Tag #KerryC0512.... $400 New Holland 273 PTO baler, good shape. Tag #KerryC0512............... $2000 8”x45-ft. grain auger, 10 hp electric motor. Tag #KerryC0512.................. $700 Westfield tailgate auger, hydraulic hose. Tag #KerryC0512.................... $350 GT tailgate auger, hydraulic valve. Tag #KerryC0512.............................. $400 1988 John Deere 7720 combine, bin extensions, 224 24-ft. header. Tag #KerryC0512....................................................................................... $20,000 Sund 9-ft. pickup attachment. Tag #KerryC0512..................................... $500 Pickup sprayer, 200 gallon tank, 5 hp engine, pump is froze up. Tag #KerryC0512............................................................................................ $250 McKee round baler. Tag #Johnh0512.................................................... $2500 Drill fill. Tag #JohnH0512......................................................................... $300 Farmhand 8 bale clamp. Tag #JohnH0512........................................... $1500 Allis Chalmers N7 combine, 30-ft. header, 13-ft. pickup header. Tag #JohnH0512.................................................................................... $8500 MK Distributors drill fill. Tag #JohnH0512.............................................. $350 New 6-8 corral posts, flat end. Tag #JohnH0512.............................. $10 each Powder River chute. Tag #JohnH0512................................................. $1200 Right hand calf table. Tag #JohnH0512................................................... $500 Powder River OB gate. Tag #JohnH0512............................................... $300 Cattle oiler. Tag #JohnH0512................................................................... $300 220 calf warmer. Tag #JohnH0512.......................................................... $150 CMC cement mixer truck, 9 yard capacity barrel. Tag #RonD0512

TRAILERS

New Travelong trailers. Tag #CBass0212 New PJ trailers, call for prices. Tag #CBass0212 42-ft. hay hauling flatbed trailer, good serviceable tires. Tag #MBuck0112.$3500 Merrit 48-ft.x96” cattle pot. Tag #LKraf0611 20-ft. flatbed trailer with cattle rack. Tag #DarylG0811 1976 Donahue 42-ft. drill trailer. Tag #DickU0511.......................................$4000 NEW Travalong trailers. Tag #CBass0211 2500 gallon water trailer with 4 compartments. Tag #DickU0510................$2500 1985 Viking 400 bushel pup trailer. Tag #DickU0510..................................$8000

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Hydraulic Breaker Post Drivers For Sale

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Scrap Metal Market Is Up! Convert your scrap to cash.

Take advantage of the higher metals market.

Call for pricing.

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WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGER SALE at power motors

Call George (406) 799-7459, Fort Benton, MT

Fast, dependable, long lasting WESTFIELDS ON HAND

36-ft. x 8” TFX, self-propelled available.

61-ft. x 10” mechanical drive, low profile hopper.

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81-ft. x 13” Plus series. Carryover special $$$.

91-ft. x 13” Plus series. Fantastic auger!

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Cushings disease

By Dr. Steve Tornberg, DVM, Dakota Large Animal Clinic We have all seen older shaggy haired horses or ponies who fail to shed their hair coat long into the summer. Often times we end up giving them a hair cut to make them more comfortable in the heat. The older that a horse gets the more common the disease condition called Cushings becomes.

To understand Cushings you should understand the pituitary gland and what it does. We refer to it as the master gland; the gland that controls the majority of the other endocrine glands which balance the horse’s body. This includes shedding hair, cortical steroid levels, metabolism, etc. There are different parts of the gland that have different functions: The medial or central area is where horses get abnormalities. When this happens we call it Equine Cushings Disease.

What happens with Cushings disease is that the pituitary gland goes into hyper drive and no longer responds to normal feedback. The clinical symptoms we see with Equine Cushings Disease are related to the high level of these hormones.

The increased level of ACTH or Adrenocorticotrophic Hormone causes high blood sugar content which then leads to signs of weight loss, poor muscle tone, laminitis, polyuria, and polydipsia (drinks and urinates a lot). The increased level of MSH or melanocyte stimulating hormone causes the long shaggy hair coat which has trouble shedding.

There is no one set diagnostic test for Cushings Disease in horses because it has many different clinical manifestations. The test depends on which part of the pituitary gland is over producing. The elevated levels early on are often not far from normal values. As the condition progresses the levels rise to an extreme level and the diagnosis is easier.

Some researchers think all older horses show some low level Cushings Disease. Some of the tests that are run to determine if a horse has this disease includes a Dexamethasone Suppression test, also ACTH, MSH, thyroid, insulin and glucose levels.

Treatment of Equine Cushings Disease, otherwise known as Pituitary Par Intermedia Dysfunction, uses perolide which down regulates activity of the cells in the pituitary gland.

Cortisol levels drop along with all the problems associated with the high cortisol levels. The hair coat will start to shed normally. This treatment will need to be for the rest of the horse’s life to maintain control of the levels, as the medication only provides feedback so the gland does not over produce. It does not remove the hyperactive cells but rather stops the overproduction. With advanced age the dose will need to be increased. Treatment should provide the affected horse a high-quality, pain-free life as long as it is feasible.

Save energy with swine ventilation management

Proper management of furnace and ventilation controller settings in hog buildings can reduce propane and electricity costs. A new publication from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach illustrates the impact controller settings can have on furnace run time and energy consumption in swine production facilities.

“Managing swine ventilation controller settings to save energy” (PM 2089T) (https://store.extension.iastate.edu/ ItemDetail.aspx?ProductID=13759) is available to download from the Extension Online Store, https://store.extension.iastate.edu/.

“By managing on-off temperature settings for the system controller, energy consumption for a hog facility can often be reduced,” said Jay Harmon, ISU Extension agricultural engineer. “With proper adjustments, furnace run time can be minimized to avoid expending excessive energy from the building while still maintaining proper air quality.”

This publication summarizes furnace and ventilation controller terminology such as setpoint, offset and differential. It also illustrates a specific example for modifying the furnace offset to minimize furnace run time while still maintaining good air quality within the building.

For more tips on energy efficiency around the farmstead, visit http://farmenergy.exnet.iastate.edu or follow @ ISU_Farm_Energy on Twitter.

The Farm Energy publications are part of a series of farm energy conservation and efficiency educational materials being developed through the ISU Farm Energy Initiative. The purpose is to increase farmers’ awareness of opportunities for improving efficient use of farm energy. The initiative also will help farmers and utility providers to explore alternatives to reduce farm energy demand and to improve overall profitability in a rapidly changing energy environment.

Dialoguing with consumers - What do consumers hear?

By Lynn Gordon, SDSU Extension An alliance of 75 farmer-and rancher-led organizations and agricultural partners, called the U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance (USFRA), has formed a collaborative effort to lead a dialogue with American consumers about agricultural food production. The alliance represents organizations that support agricultural producers who are stewards of the environment, responsibly care for their animals and maintain a strong business and community focus.

The USFRA recently commissioned a study to learn more about dialoguing with consumers about food production.

With concern that the disconnect between skeptical consumers and food producers has widened, USFRA’s goal is to better understand how to communicate with consumers.

Study results established that consumers and agricultural producers are on different wave lengths when it comes to communication and understanding messages producers are sending and consumers are interpreting. For example, when food production agriculture says, “Modern food production methods are proven safe” what consumers are actually hearing in this message is, ‘we don’t know if pesticides, antibiotics or hormones are safe in the long-term and neither do you’.

Another example of misinterpretation of messages identified from the study was producers often say “modern food production is necessary to feed the world,” and consumers interpret this message as, ‘I care more about the well-being of my family than of the world’. With approximately 95% of the today’s agricultural production conducted by family farms, food production agriculture has worked to share this message with consumers. However, again, consumers’ interpretation of a family farm is not always the same as how food production agriculture would categorize it. When food production agriculture says, “the industry is primarily made up of family-owned farms,” consumers hear this message and interpret it to be ‘that family farms are local or organic, not where most food comes from.’

To further gauge consumers understanding of agriculture food production, the study asked consumers their best guess on the percentage of American farms and ranches owned and run by big corporations vs. families. Consumers’ guess was 30% of the farms were family owned and run and 70% were owned or controlled by big corporations.

This study has emphasized the importance of communication with consumers and highlighted how food production messages are being interpreted by consumers. In future, iGrow columns, I will share additional findings the USFRA study as the results present an opportunity for farmers and ranchers to hear directly from consumers, gain a greater understanding of how consumers interpret messages and present an opportunity to open up a dialogue about the food we produce.

The study commissioned by USFRA consisted of an online survey completed by a cross section of consumers (n=1,400) who are involved in making food decisions and purchases for their household, a selection of consumers ranked in the top 20% of society based on income and/or education and food communicators, (professionals who influence those outside their immediate family’s food decisions).

Carter County, Montana quarantined for rabies

Carter County has been quarantined for rabies, effective April 24, after a puppy in Carter County tested positive for the disease.

Under Montana law, counties are quarantined when rabies is diagnosed in a terrestrial animal such as a dog, cat, skunk or fox. All unvaccinated dogs, cats and ferrets in quarantined counties must be vaccinated a minimum of two weeks prior to any travel outside the quarantined county.

The incident resulted in multiple human exposures, which are being tracked by the Montana Department of Health & Human Services, and euthanasia of the dam and four pups.

Rabies is highly preventable in domestic companion animals and livestock via an inexpensive and effective vaccine.

Pet owners are encouraged to keep their animals up to date on vaccinations, and should consult with their veterinarian to determine local vaccination requirements.

Anyone who is bitten or scratched by an animal should thoroughly wash the wound with soap and water and seek medical attention for the wound. Animal bites should be reported to the county health department (or County Sheriff’s office after hours) as soon as possible.

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TRACTOR FOR SALE 1971 Versatile 145 cozy cab, very good tires, bad motor.

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2004 FORD EXPLORER FOR SALE

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The best Versatility Ranch Horse genetics are in Northern Montana!

Cross Three Quarter Horses is a syndicate share holder of Paddys Irish Whiskey, the famous 6666 Ranch sire. We also take special pride in our female line of proven mare power. You spend smart money on your beef genetics…why not get the best for your ranch horse program? It is money you and your future generations will never regret spending. Our line features trainability, super athleticism, good disposition, quality foot, thick bone, deep girth, substantial withers and good old fashion grit.

Lil Whiskey Pete- 2011 bay colt by Paddys Irish Whiskey

We are now offering “Lil Whiskey Pete,” a 2011 Paddys Irish Whiskey stud colt who is a half brother to Paddys Irish Whiskey’s superstar sons, Irish Whiskey Mix (over 1000 AQHA roping points) and Irish Whiskey Sugar (over $100,000 NCHA earnings. We will guarantee this colt’s breeding soundness. Pete has a wonderful disposition and his intelligence, conformation and athleticism are on full display. He will make an exceptional ranch/ performance sire. ...............................$8000 We welcome visitors. We work our horses daily. CTQH is located 1 mile east and a ½ mile south of Conrad. Come take a gander… or better yet, take a spin on one of our horses. A ride is worth a thousand words!

Wylie Gustafson - Cross Three Quarter Horses 527 Furlough Rd. Conrad MT 59425 406-278-9945 -- www.crossthreequarterhorses.com

Metagenomics offers insight into poultry diseases

By Sandra Avant, Agricultural Research Service Information Staff viruses, such as picobirnavirus, a small, Less than 10 years ago, the world mardouble-stranded RNA virus implicated in veled at the completion of the human geenteric disease in other agricultural animals, nome project, which involved traditional Day says. A calicivirus—the kind associtechnology to identify all the genes in a ated with human enteric diseases—was also single organism—the human. Today, a more identified in poultry. powerful technology is being used to detect Prospects of a Novel Phage thousands of organisms in an entire com“Because metagenomics is so powerful, munity. we generated and continued to analyze adUnlike traditional gene sequencing, the ditional data from these samples and disnew molecular technique—metagenomcovered a new bacteriophage,” Zsak says. ics—eliminates the need to cultivate and “Until now, no one had described this kind isolate individual microbial species. Scienof phage in turkey enteric samples.” tists can apply genomic analysis to mixed The virus, called “phiCA82,” belongs to communities of microbes instead of to just a group known as “microphages” and is the one organism. type of virus that naturally kills bacteria, For example, researchers examining viral Zsak says. Phages are important because enteric (intestinal) diseases in poultry can they can potentially be used as alternatives take intestinal samples from different poulto antibiotics and as weapons against multitry flocks. The material can be processed to drug-resistant pathogens. sequence all the viral nucleic acid—RNA Zsak and Day found a short sequence of and DNA—in the sample and then analyzed the phage DNA and designed a technique as a single genome. to sequence its entire genome. Colleagues Learning more about how genes interact Brian Oakley and Bruce Seal, both microis extremely important in the battle against biologists in the Poultry Microbiological enteric diseases for scientists at the AgriSafety Research Unit of the ARS Richard B. cultural Research Service (ARS) Southeast Russell Agricultural Research Center, also Poultry Research Laboratory (SEPRL) in in Athens, helped analyze the data. One task Athens, Georgia. Disorders like poult enwas to find out whether the new phage was teritis mortality syndrome, poult enteritis related to similar viruses. complex, and runting-stunting syndrome “That’s a question you would have with cause diarrhea in birds, resulting in dethe discovery of any new kind of organism,” creased weight, mortality, and increased Oakley says. production costs.

Oakley downloaded all publicly availResearch has revealed that several viruses able viral genome sequences and used biomay be responsible for enteric diseases, yet informatics—the application of computer a single causative agent has not been identiscience and information technology to the fied. Metagenomics research may help solve field of biology—to compare the newly disthat mystery. covered genome to previously discovered Scientists at SEPRL are using metageones. The comparisons revealed that the nomics to uncover vast amounts of known new genome was unique. and previously unknown viruses in poultry.

“Future studies need to be completed to They have discovered and sequenced the find out if phages like this actually kill the complete genome of a new bacteriophage bacteria they infect,” Zsak says. “Once we (phage) that might have future antimicrobial can identify this mechanism, we can deapplications, described for the first time sign identical ways to attack and kill these the complete genome of new chicken and pathogens.” turkey parvoviruses, and developed a PCR Phages infect bacteria and then replicate, (polymerase chain reaction) test to detect Seal explains. They do this by digesting the these novel parvoviruses in commercial cell walls of bacteria. poultry flocks.

“We are interested in being able to clone Unlocking a Treasure Trove the gene that expresses enzymes that digest With help from industry producers and the cell wall,” Seal says. “If we can express veterinarians, microbiologist Michael those enzymes in an organism generally recDay and research leader Laszlo Zsak, in ognized as safe, like yeast for example, we SEPRL’s Endemic Poultry Viral Diseases can put them in feed to help reduce certain Research Unit, collected intestinal samples types of bacteria that cause disease.” from five different turkey flocks affected Chipping Away at Chicken Viruses by enteric disease. To identify and charIn earlier studies, Zsak and Day used acterize viruses using metagenomics, they metagenomics to identify and analyze the prepared intestinal homogenates from the genome of a novel chicken parvovirus, samples. The homogenates were filtered to ChPV ABU-P1. remove larger constituents, like bacteria, “This was the first in-depth characterizaand leave the smaller particles, like viruses. tion and analysis of the full-length genome Metagenomics techniques were then used to sequence of the chicken parvovirus,” Day sequence nucleic acid of all the RNA viruses says. “Comparisons were made to other present in the samples. members of the Parvovirinae subfamily that “I was expecting to find RNA sequences infect mammals and birds.” from viruses that had not been described Scientists also developed a PCR assay before in the poultry gut,” Day says. “It to detect the virus in turkeys and chickens turned out that there were quite a number and used the test to examine enteric samples of viruses in that particular sample.” collected from U.S. commercial turkey and A comparison to similar viruses in comchicken flocks across different regions. puter databases showed that the intestinal “PCR proved to be highly sensitive and virus metagenome contained thousands of specific in detecting parvoviruses in both pieces of nucleic acid representing many clinical samples from infected birds and groups of known and unknown turkey field samples from turkeys and chickens viruses. Common avian viruses such as with enteric diseases,” Zsak says. astrovirus, reovirus, and rotavirus were Advantages of a Community Approach confirmed. Many RNA viruses, like memThe overall goal is to use metagenomics bers of the Picornaviridae family, were also technology to develop and update diagnosdetected. tic tools, identify effective new treatments, An unexpected discovery was an abundance of previously unknown turkey CONTINUED ON PAGE B9

Extension helps scorched landscape recovery

Reno landowners whose properties were affected by last winter’s Caughlin and Washoe fires are carefully watching their yards these days to see what plants will emerge as survivors of the devastating blazes.

And, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Educator JoAnne Skelly says all most people can do to see if their trees, bushes or grasses survived is to be patient.

“In the end, it’s often wait and see,” said Skelly. “Be patient. Plants are often amazingly resilient.”

Skelly learned a great deal about how landscapes react to fires when she helped homeowners recovering from the Carson City Waterfall Fire in 2004. After the Caughlin Fire in November 2011 and the Washoe Fire in January 2012, she provided a number of public workshops to homeowners wondering how to bring their scorched landscapes back to life.

Numerous factors determine extent of wildfire damage Skelly, the Extension Educator for Carson City/Storey County, says that there are numerous factors that determine the extent of damage caused by a wildfire, such as the density of fuels in a fire’s path, the duration of the burn and the season the fire takes place. Areas with heavy and dense vegetation can provide excess fuel for a fire, causing it to burn longer and hotter in a particular area. The longer and hotter the fire burns, the greater chance roots can be damaged in overheated soils.

Plants that survive the burn are still subject to the fire’s aftereffects. Skelly says that fires can evaporate the moisture out of soils, leaving vegetation without water.

“After a fire, putting water back into the soil is critical to plant survival. Plants absorb water through their roots all winter long and need that moisture. With the dry winter we are having, plants are already under stress, and a fire on top of those conditions can be exceptionally devastating.”

Fire-damaged , dry soils can also make it difficult for new seeds to grow, making the recovery process longer. Skelly says that cheatgrass often is one of the first plants to reclaim a fire burned area due to its early germination, and low water and nutrient requirements. Cheatgrass is a non-native grass that goes to seed rapidly, leaving large portions of landscape covered in dry, highly flammable fuel. These burned areas are at an elevated risk for another fire.

Desert plants react to fire in various ways. Sagebrush responds poorly to even low-intensity wildfires and is often killed, while plants such as rabbitbrush and horsebrush are more resistant. Often the recovery of a plant depends on the conditions of the fire and the damage to the plant.

“For some plants, the stage of growth determines the degree of damage,” said Skelly. “Most plants, such as perennial grasses, for example, are more susceptible to fire damage when actively growing than when dormant. At the Caughlin and Washoe fire sites, the perennial grasses were dormant and suffered little damage, so now we are seeing new growth.”

Take care of plants Although the impacts can be severe, Skelly advises homeowners and gardeners looking to help their landscapes recover to take care of their plants. For example, tree wrap, light-colored cloth, and water-based paints can be used to protect the trunks and limbs of trees.

“If your landscape plants were damaged in a fire, be sure to provide them with enough irrigation water to keep the soil moist,” said Skelly. “Protect the trunks and large limbs of trees from sunburn until the leaf or needle area regrows.”

Cooperative Extension’s Living with Fire program also helps homeowners address the threat of wildfires. More information about this program can be found at www.unce. unr.edu.

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and improve management practices to help control costly animal and plant diseases, Day says.

The beauty of metagenomics is that viruses do not have to be isolated or identified. Small pieces of nucleic acid can be sequenced from samples taken from mixed communities—a process that allows scientists to discover new enzymes and proteins and look for genetic markers for disease-resistant traits or genes with possible antimicrobial applications.

“We need some way to understand a community and interrogate the nucleic acids in that community to see who’s there and what they’re doing,” Oakley says. “Are there pathogenic bugs in there? Are there genes associated with pathogenesis?

Metagenomics does that.”

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Prairie Fare: Does drinking wine really have health benefits?

By Julie Garden Robinson, Food and Nutrition Specialist, NDSU Extension Service A couple of years ago, my husband and I decided to learn how to make wine at home using the apples from the tree in our backyard. Soon we had a chemistry experiment going on in our basement. Whenever we went downstairs, we could smell the distinctive aroma of fermentation as the sugar was converted to alcohol.

Our first attempt at wine did not result in a vinegarflavored concoction, so that was good.

Currently, we have some “red wine” made with apples and cranberries awaiting bottling. Based on some recent nutrition and health research, we might want to plant grape vines and switch from apples to grapes. Several studies have shown that the moderate consumption of red wine made from grapes is linked with some health benefits.

The benefits are thought to be due to the natural antioxidants, or phenolics, found in grapes. These natural compounds may help prevent “bad cholesterol” (LDL cholesterol) from becoming oxidized and leading to the buildup of plaque in the inner walls of the arteries.

Other studies point to the potential of moderate wine consumption reducing blood pressure and risk of strokes, reducing the risk of gallstones, and potentially lowering our risk for diabetes.

On the other hand, excessive alcohol consumption can have serious health consequences ranging from liver failure to death. Some people should not consume alcohol at all, including pregnant women and people taking certain medications.

Humans have been consuming wine for thousands of years. In earlier times, it was used as a beverage and also as a medicine for a variety of ailments, including digestive and heart issues.

Americans are drinking wine more frequently. U.S. wine consumption increased from 0.26 gallons per adult in 1934 to 2.54 gallons per adult in 2010, according to information from the Wine Institute.

The 2010 U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans publication includes a discussion about moderate alcohol consumption. If you choose to consume alcohol, “moderate” alcohol consumption is defined as one serving per day for women and two for men.

A serving of alcohol, according to the standard definition, is 12 fluid ounces of beer, 5 fluid ounces of wine or 1.5 fluid ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits.

Alcohol is a concentrated source of calories and can lead to weight gain, so that is another reason to remember moderation. Compared with the same weight of carbohydrate or protein, alcohol has more than 1.5 times the calories.

Although red wine has been tested for its potential health benefits, what if you do not drink alcohol for personal or religious reasons? Can you get any health benefits from alcohol-free purple grape juice?

The answer is yes. Drinking purple grape juice may have health benefits whether you are healthy or have existing health conditions. Similar to the effect of red wine, drinking grape juice had heart-health benefits, which include reducing blood pressure, reducing the risk of strokes and improving the functioning of the layer of cells that line blood vessels.

While these research results are promising, keep in mind that grape juice and wine are beverages and not medications. We still need to eat our fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins and dairy to meet our nutrition needs.

We also need about 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most days of the week.

Because this is a family column, here is an alcohol-free recipe for all age groups. The grape juice provides hearthealthy flavanoids. A serving of the purple cow beverage also provides calcium and vitamin D from the milk.

Purple Cow 1 (6-ounce) can frozen Concord grape juice concentrate 1 c. cold water 1 c. fat-free milk 1 tsp. vanilla 1 c. ice Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor.

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Serve immediately.

Makes three servings. Each serving has 70 calories, 0 grams (g) of fat, 14 g of carbohydrate and 40 milligrams of sodium.

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Does your calving season fit your resources?

By South Dakota State University The 2011 tax season just finished. Many producers may have considered the amount of money they have spent on feed. This can be purchased or home-grown feeds. Okay, this year might be less than other years due to the great winter, but annual feed cost is normally the largest portion (60 to 75%) of the cow’s cost. You might be asking what this has to do with calving season.

The highest nutrient demands for a cow is early lactation. These nutritional demands need to be met through harvested feed or standing forage. The next year’s calf crop will be influenced by the condition of the cows at the start of the breeding season. However, if cows are in excellent body condition and can lose some condition meeting their nutrients, needs are less critical. Some producers have changed their calving season to eliminate or reduce the need for harvested feeds. Other producers are meeting the cow’s nutrient demands through harvested feeds. I can’t tell you who is making the most money or who is doing it “right”.

In South Dakota, you can find calving seasons from January to June and again in the fall. So what calving season fit your resources?

The answer depends on each operation’s goals, resources and management strategies. There are more factors what play into calving season than just grass/forage production.

Let’s say that your primary consideration is to cut costs by matching calving season with forage production. Ideally, the peak forage production and quality would match the cow’s peak nutritional demands. Would you start calving cows, first of March, April, May or June? This answer would depend on your forage source; do you have a stand of native range or a monoculture of smooth brome.

Forage production varies by grass species, temperatures, and moisture, so every year is different. I have seen years with good grass by the middle of May or as late as the middle of June, but have also seen that July 1st is the last of the green grass during drought years. It is difficult to perfectly match the animal’s nutrient requirements with forage production and nutrient content. A producer that is focused on forage based system and trying to limit the amount of harvested feed, matching calving season to forage production/nutrient content is more important. These producers are probably shooting for a later calving season. However, there are other considerations such as labor/field work, grazing permits, land resources, and marketing.

As I think about “does your calving season fit your resources,” I try to include more than the forage resource. A producer with crop production as his primary enterprise may select to calve prior to field work, due to labor required to plant the fields. However, this may require more harvested feed to make this system work. A seedstock producer may select to calve earlier to ensure the yearling bulls will be sexually mature the following year as they are turned out to breed cows. Grazing permits can influence when a producers select the breeding season and hence his calving season.

Avoiding mud in the spring and heat during the breeding season influences some producers’ calving seasons.

The calving season bottom-line has to be determined by the individual producer. As you evaluate your calving season remember to consider all of the factors including your marketing plan. If you would like help running some possible scenarios, please feel free to contact one of the field specialists or state specialists.

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By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: I have a volunteer fir tree that I would like to move. It has a wispy Charlie Brown Christmas tree charm about it. I started to do some investigative digging and found a couple of substantial roots from the big cedar. I’m concerned that if I do what I have to do to create a viable rootball for the volunteer that I will risk the health of the big cedar, especially if we have a lot of dry, hot weather. Is it safe to cut through those roots to extract the rootball for the volunteer?

A: Anytime roots are severed, it increases the chance of the tree falling over during high winds. However, Mother Nature usually plans for such problems. Hearing what you have told me, and if you go about the task with due diligence, you should be able to extract this Charlie Brown volunteer from a site where it has no chance to thrive and move it to a place where it has a better chance to live. In essence, I think you are safe to carry out the operation.

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BeefTalk: Drought and stocking rates are two key terms

By Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist, NDSU Extension Service feed base for the nongrazing month, and The wonderful fall of 2011 and enjoyable adequate acres need to be available during winter of 2012 are over. Not unlike purthe grazing period. chases that are put on a credit for payment How many acres? To answer the queslater, good fall and winter seasons generally tion, each producer needs to visit a range require payment. specialist familiar with the local landscape This past year, depending on where an to get the correct number of cow-calf pairs individual lives, has set records for warm, grazing at the proper times. moistureless days. Last spring and summer, Producers in southwestern North Daas those in the north country battled excess kota ranching in similar conditions as the snow and spring rain, only the occasional Dickinson Research Extension Center Southern drought article found itself on the (DREC) and running 1,200-pound cows list of things to read. could anticipate a range from lowland, Anyone who has been around well knows good range conditions with a stocking rate how quickly things can change. One often of 1.43 acres per animal unit month all the wonders why weather is the first thing in way up to 6.88 acres per animal unit month a conversation. Once one appreciates how in pastures that are in fair range condition quickly and seriously weather can change, and dry, according to Lee Manske, DREC it seems very appropriate to start the day’s range specialist. greetings with “How Typically, upland are you?” and “How landscapes that are in is the weather?” good range condition If the current could be stocked at weather holds, that 2.29 acres per aniSouthern drought mal unit month if the may very well mean producer is running some dry weather 1,200-pound cows. to the north. There That would equate seems to be some to just less than 14 promise of seasonacres per cow in a al moisture, but the very generic sense. short-term forecast This would result in does not seem to be 14 grazing acres and brewing much excitesix acres of hay, proment for rain. vided 1,000 pounds of hay comes from Either way, Mother Nature decides when each acre. In a normal year, the bottom line it is time to bring us or not bring us rain. In is that 2,000 productive acres would allow the ranching community, it is always seria producer the ability run 100 mother cows ous. Even though ranchers cannot control Mother Nature, plans can be developed and and their calves until weaning and allow for put in place to accommodate the weather a good night’s sleep. prediction models.

If you travel east, by the time you get Ranch operations that have effective out of North Dakota, you very easily could grazing systems in place are in a position be closer to 1,300 acres. If you travel west to manage through dry and wet periods or to drier climates, the acre requirement without upsetting the focused direction is going to go up. None of us have a direct of the operation. There are many, many line to Mother Nature. Even Mother Nature processes to steer the operation. However, simply averages the good with the bad and keep in mind the basic principle that a goes on from year to year. producer sleeps much better if 30 pounds In these years where it appears to be of dry matter per day are known to be availdrying out, take a quick count of your acres able for a 1,200- pound cow while she is and your cattle. Figure out what type of grazing and a similar amount is destined to land you are grazing and what your typical end up in a haystack somewhere for every hay yields are going to be, and get a good day the 1,200-pound cow needs to be fed estimate of the weight of your cows. when confined.

If all these numbers start to add up to Granted, these are very coarse numbers more than what the books are telling you, that have a significant cushion for waste a survival plan needs to be put in place, and some carryover. One knows that larger which means selling cows or buying hay. cows need more and smaller cows need Don’t panic, assess your unit first, seek less. If a producer can find six months of out good advice, develop a plan and then grazing, then six 1,000-pound bales should stick to it. get baled and hauled home to provide a May you find all your ear tags.

Problem with slugs

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service

Q: My slug problem consists of these slimy creatures making their way into my garage. My garage is attached to my home that was built off the ground. They are making their way in the garage from under my home. When I see the slugs, I pour salt on them and it seems they die an excruciating death. Am I doing the correct thing? What else should I do? Where are they coming from and why are they staying? Sorry for asking so many questions and the lengthy email.

A: Slugs like a combination of cover and continuous moisture. Where these conditions exist on your property is where they are originating. There are a number of options for controlling these slimy pests. Your

salt treatment is 100 percent effective when they cross that barrier. Another idea is to use hydrated lime, which also will dehydrate the slugs. You could use diatomaceous earth, which is ground-up diatoms from reefs. It will lacerate their soft tissue, causing fluid loss and eventually killing them from dehydration. There are poisons and slug motels where the slugs check in but never check out. Slug motels are good for minor slug control. From your description, you’d probably go bankrupt collecting all the motels from your property. If your own attempts are not effective to your satisfaction, then I’d suggest getting in touch with a professional pest control company to do the job. Most will guarantee their results.

Beef supplies short in 2012; producers look to expand herd

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U.S. beef producers have started the early stages of herd expansion as beef supplies remain very short, says Purdue Extension agricultural economist Chris Hurt.

Beef cow numbers have dropped by 9 percent, or 3 million head, since 2007. They dropped by 3 percent in 2011 alone, meaning a smaller calf crop in 2012 and lower slaughter numbers through 2014. But strong finished cattle prices and moderating feed costs have driven some producers to start the expansion.

Producers have reduced their herds in recent years primarily because of escalating feed costs since 2007 and a drought in the southern Plains that dried up pastures and forages.

According to a January U.S. Department of Agriculture cattle report, the most recent available, beef heifer retention has increased 1 percent - a sign that producers are starting to expand. If U.S. crop yields return closer to normal during the 2012 crop year, Hurt said feed prices could come down even more, which would encourage further herd expansion.

“This is the first increase in heifer retention since feed prices began increasing,” he said.

While higher retention rates would seem to suggest lower finished cattle prices in 2012, Hurt said the opposite is likely true. Beef producers retaining heifers results in lower slaughter supplies and, ultimately, lower beef supplies.

With a reduction in cow numbers, the calf crop could be down more than 2 percent in 2012, and if heifer retention continues in 2012 and 2013, Hurt said beef supplies might not increase until 2015.

“The modest heifer retention now is actually a priceenhancing factor in the short run,” he said. “Look for finished cattle prices to push into the higher $120s in the spring, moderate to the mid-$120s this summer, and finish the year near $130. Spring highs in 2013 could climb to the low $130s.”

Despite the high finished cattle price projections, Hurt said producers need to keep an eye on the weather and 2012 crop yields before they make further expansion plans. Producers in the southern Plains should watch drought conditions, while producers nationwide need to watch crop progress.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting that a region of the western Corn Belt will continue to be very dry into the spring.

“That raises concerns for corn and soybean meal prices,” Hurt said. “Higher feed prices would depress cattle prices.”

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By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service you to do is be consistent with the locaQ: I followed the instructions for getting tion and watering regime. Keep the plant my Christmas cactus to flower. It looked away from heating or air conditioning lovely but only had 10 blooms. All the vents. Keep in mind that the plant needs other buds fell off. Every branch had a bud a cooling period and reduced water input on it. Any ideas as to what the problem to bloom. could be? I gave it Miracle-Gro once and To contact Ron Smith for answers to did not overwater.

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Natural service synchronization programs

By Jim Krantz, South Dakota State University A common misconception exists within the beef industry: “Synchronization protocols are only for use with artificial insemination (AI) programs.” That statement is not true. Synchronization protocols have potential application for natural-service breeding systems and the benefits are similar: A concise calving distribution with the potential for heifers to be serviced twice in about 30 days versus twice in relatively 40 days.

Increased “bull power” may not be a demand of these programs as bull to heifer ratios of 1:15 and 1:20 are acceptable depending on the experience of the sire. These protocols work most efficiently with non-virgin bulls. Size of the breeding area will also dictate these ratios due to the distance that may need to be traveled by the bull with some grazing systems.

Two estrus synchronization protocols that are relatively low cost and have been effective in combination with natural service include: 1) Feed MGA (0.5 mg/hd/ day) for 14 days to heifers and turn bulls in 10 days after MGA withdrawal, and 2) Turn in bulls (day 1 of breeding season) and inject all heifers and cows with prostaglandin F2α (PGF) on day 5. Advantages of the preceding MGA protocol include no trips through the chute and a portion of the prepuberal heifers will be induced to cycle earlier; however, you have to feed MGA daily for 14 days and each heifer needs to receive the correct dose. The advantage of the PGF protocol is that you only have a single trip through the chute (PGF injection); however, all the heifers and cows need to be cycling in order to respond to PGF. Prepuberal heifers and/or noncycling cows will not respond to PGF since they do not have a corpus luteum.

Once you become comfortable with implementing an estrus synchronization protocol in combination with natural service it is not difficult to make the next step to using AI instead of natural service.

Pregnancy rates should be relatively comparable to those of synchronized AI systems. For natural service, expected pregnancy rates are normally 60 to 70% during 21 days of breeding assuming the bulls are fertile and that 100% of the heifers and cows are cycling. However, a pregnancy rate of 60 to 70% over 21 days is unusually high for natural service since rarely are all the heifers and cows cycling at the start of the breeding season.

Cattlemen without AI training skills, facilities, labor resources or the time availability can still take advantage of the benefits of beef synchronization protocols used in conjunction with natural-service breeding programs.

Therefore, the ultimate goal of increasing the proportion of females that conceive early can be achieved with natural service through the use on estrous synchronization.

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By Ron Smith, NDSU horticulturist Q: Is common hackberry a tree species that reproduces through underground shoots? The reason I ask is because we have areas on our property where there were far too many hackberry trees in proximity to allow for optimal growth. I decided to cut three-fourths of them down for firewood and allow the others to expand their canopies. I treated the cambium of the cut trees with a small amount of Pathway herbicide to prevent resprouting. Last spring, all the trees left standing leafed out normally. However, within weeks, the trees dropped their leaves and died.

There was no obvious gross overspray of the Pathway to contaminate the ground as evidenced by normal vegetation growth. While I worked for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, we found that treating random black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) with a basal bark treatment of 15 percent garlon and basal bark oil adjuvant also would kill the surrounding trees. However, I have never heard or read of this happening to common hackberry reproduction.

A: All mature trees of the same species that are planted in proximity will tend to do what is called root grafting.

The roots of mature trees will reach a long way. When the roots contact each other, they will form a bridge graft in the root system. The bad part is that any herbicide or disease that is picked up by one of the root systems very likely will translocate the problem to the other roots. To prevent this from happening, arborists who have to remove a tree for disease reasons will sever the roots between the trees.

Sorry you had to lose so many beautiful trees.

Gardens are learning labs

By Marilyn Rasmussen, SDSU Extension Sometimes we overlook the most obvious opportunities for hands-on learning with children. As a new growing season quickly approaches, adults may want to consider the endless array of topics that can be explored through gardening with children. Naturally, one thinks of gardening as a way to learn about plant science and all the related topics of soil composition, plant nutrition, weather or climate, entomology (bugs), managing the environment, and recycling. Exploring these topics offer a summer full of science for children.

If plant science is not enough for endless hours of handson learning, consider these additional topics. With a focus on healthier lifestyles, consuming produce fresh out of the garden offers a wonderful example of a way to eat healthy.

Research indicates that children who engage in growing fresh vegetables are more likely to try the things that they themselves grow. Tasting parties are a great way to tempt children to try new and unfamiliar vegetables. Besides learning about good nutrition, children can bring the vegetables indoors to learn about food preparation techniques and practice cooking skills. Preparing foods in different ways leads to interesting comparisons – how does my family prepare this food? Food combinations, preparation methods, and different seasonings contribute to learning about cultural differences and family traditions. Don’t forget about the importance of learning food safety practices.

But wait, there’s more. The school break can be a time when children suffer from summer learning loss because they are not practicing their skills. Here too, gardening saves the day! The garden is full of opportunities for practicing important math skills. Measure the garden plot, align the rows using various measuring tools, plot a garden design on graph paper, use geometric formulas to decide how to arrange the plant types, measure plant growth and chart the results.

Need more ideas? Bring U.S. geography into a discussion of Plant Hardiness Zones, locate arid or wet climates, plains, forests and mountainous areas throughout the country and in your region.

Don’t forget about opportunities for children to read. There are many stories about gardens and gardening in children’s literature, for all ages. Check with your local library. Look for a few of these favorites: • Carrot Seed by Crockett Johnson • The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter • Oliver’s Vegetables by Vivian French • I Will Never Not Ever Eat a Tomato by Lauren Child • Scarlette Beane by Karen Wallace and Jon Berkley

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Reducing insecticide use by identifying diseasecarrying aphids

By Dennis O’Brien, Agricultural Research Service In work that could cut back on insecticide use, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists have found a way to distinguish aphids that spread plant viruses from those that do not.

The researchers used protein biomarkers to differentiate between virus-spreading and virus-free aphids. The findings mark the first time that protein biomarkers have been linked to an insect’s ability to transmit viruses.

Aphid-transmitted viruses decrease crop yields and reduce the quality and quantity of fresh foods. Spraying insecticides can control aphids and reduce the incidence of some viruses, but not all aphids transmit viruses, and spraying is expensive and can harm the environment, people and animals.

Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists Michelle Cilia and Stewart Gray have found they can identify diseasecarrying aphids by examining the types of proteins in their cells. Cilia and Gray work in the Biological Integrated Pest Management Unit at the ARS Robert W. Holley Center for Agriculture and Health in Ithaca, New York.

ARS is USDA’s chief intramural scientific research agency, and this research supports the USDA priorities of improving agricultural sustainability and promoting international food security.

The researchers knew from previous work that for aphids to pick up and transmit viruses, the virus must be able to interact with specific aphid proteins that direct movement of the virus through the insect and back into a plant during feeding. By studying greenbug aphids in the laboratory, they discovered that the lab-raised insects’ ability to transmit yellow dwarf viruses was linked to the presence or absence of nine biomarker proteins found in the insect cells.

They then analyzed greenbug aphids collected from cereal crops and non-cultivated fields and found the aphids consistently transmitted yellow dwarf virus only when they carried most, if not all, of the nine proteins. Field samples were collected by ARS colleagues John Burd and Melissa Burrows at the agency’s Wheat, Peanut and Other Field Crops Research Unit in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The aphid does not need all nine proteins to spread the virus, but there are some that are essential.

The discovery in the lab was published in the Journal of Virology, and the field population study was reported in Proteomics. The findings are expected to lead to development of a test to identify potential disease vectors. Cilia and Gray also are collaborating on an expanded effort to test whether biomarker-predictor proteins can be found in other insects.

Sucker stopper

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: I have a lot of small trees in my big flowerbed. I cut all of them off last year and treated the cuts with some chemical.

It almost looks like the small trees grew during the winter.

Can I cut them down when the temperatures are in the 60s and then treat the cuts with another chemical? What would you recommend? Thanks.

A: I recommend that you find out if you are dealing with seedlings or suckers coming up from the roots of some trees.

I suspect it is the latter. If I’m correct, you will need to purchase a material called “Sucker Stopper RTU” to spray on the cut surfaces right after you prune them off. The material will keep the growth from coming back for the remainder of the growing season.

Establishing native species

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: I would like to establish some native species in beds on our farm. Some of these plants have tap roots that are very difficult to transplant. Is there a propagation method you would suggest? I live in central South Dakota and would get the plant material from my own land.

A: Collect seeds and mix them with sand before scattering them or dig and move the seedlings before the tap roots become too extensive. With perennials, try to take fleshy cuttings after they have flowered and root them in a sand/ peat mix. Transplant them when the roots are established enough to support the plant on its own. ##### Clyde Park, Montana was named after the Clydesdale horses that were being raised there.

Become part of N.D’s climatological history

North Dakotans can become part of the state’s climatological history by becoming volunteers for the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow (CoCoRaHS) Network.

“In your neighborhood, volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are measuring precipitation in their backyards as part of CoCoRaHS, which has grown to more than 15,000 volunteer observers covering every state of the country,” says Adnan Akyuz, North Dakota state climatologist and assistant professor of climatology in the North Dakota State University Soil Science Department.

North Dakota joined CoCoRaHS in October 2008 and has 180 volunteer observers.

“We need as many volunteer observers as possible around the state to help forecast flood potential, especially in the Red River Valley,” Akyuz says. “It’s fun, easy and only takes five minutes a day.”

The observers measure rainfall, snowfall and snow depth.

Some observers also measure the water equivalence of the melted snow. The National Weather Service uses that information to assess potential river flooding more accurately.

“The more data points there are, the more accurate the assessment of the flood potential,” Akyuz says.

The CoCoRaHS network engages volunteers of all ages, from grade-schoolers to people in their 90s, to document the size, intensity, duration and patterns of precipitation by taking simple measurements in their backyards.

“Don’t worry if you do not know how to do all that,” Akyuz says. “We have lots of training materials for you to become an observer. All you need is an interest in weather to participate in the program and a cylindrical rain gauge.”

The rain gauges that the CoCoRaHS uses are available from several distributors on the network’s website at http:// www.cocorahs.org. The website also offers online training.

Data from CoCoRaHS volunteers routinely are being viewed and used by many professions and organizations, including the National Weather Service, meteorologists, hydrologists, emergency managers, city utilities, insurance adjusters, agribusinesses, engineers and science teachers.

Data are used for many applications, such as water resource planning, irrigation scheduling, severe storm warnings, teaching, predicting crop yields and assessing hail damage.

For more information or to join CoCoRaHS, click on the “Join CoCoRaHS” tab while in the CoCoRaHS website at http://www.cocorahs.org.

Roots causing foundation problems

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: We have a red maple that is 38 years old. It’s gorgeous and gives us wonderful shade on the east, front and side of our house. However, its roots are now very close to the foundation of the house. The front walk and driveway are cracking. Is there any solution other than removing the tree?

Our local tree service says it must come out or risk foundation damage. Before killing something so beautiful, I need to know if there is another solution, such as cutting roots. What tree can be planted to replace this beautiful tree that will not do the same thing? We recently had to remove a willow oak about 15 feet from the rear of the house for the same reason.

It was huge, beautiful and healthy, but it could have been a problem if a major storm knocked it over (happened with its twin). Those of us who don’t know any better have trees planted too close to our homes. I wish we’d known. They were so small when young and we thought we’d never get shade. Now we are dealing with multiple tree removals. Any tree replacement suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you for all the advice you give to the public.

A: There are other approaches that can be used to save the tree. To correct a misconception about roots, they are opportunistic characters and will take the easiest way through the soil. Roots will follow the balance of air and water the soil contains. A concrete foundation that is not leaking will not be threatened by any roots. Roots will be a problem if the soil along the foundation is kept moist and there are hairline cracks in the foundation. For the sidewalk, the roots can be cut and the sidewalk reset or replaced. The addition of BioBarrier between the sidewalk and the tree roots will prevent any further root invasion. To get information on this barrier, go to http://www.biobarrier.com/. In other words, keep this beautiful tree! My house is surrounded by large trees that are 6 to 8 feet from the foundation and paved surfaces. They have grown into beautiful specimens during the last 25 years.

##### The Whoop Up Trail between Fort Benton, Montana and Canada got named after a trader was asked how things were going on the trail and he replied, “They’re sure whoopin’ it up” referring to Indians trading for whisky. ##### It was illegal to take alcohol onto Indian Reservations, so smugglers would hide flasks in their boots, giving us the word bootleg, for illegal alcohol. ##### 99 military forts were built in Montana between 1807 and 1885, more than one per year.

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Montana guide to range site, condition and initial stocking rates

By John Lacey, former Extension range specialist and John E. Taylor, professor emeritus, Department of Animal and Range Sciences, MSU Rangeland is land that produces grasses, forbs and shrubs that can be harvested by grazing animals. Plants and animals on rangeland function as a unit, and any change in one factor (such as fire or grazing), changes the whole complex. For an optimal yield of livestock, wildlife and recreation, the number of grazing animals must be balanced with available forage. This publication explains how to identify range sites, classify range condition and estimate stocking rates.

This is a training guide to be used to learn the concepts and procedures. Actual range analysis should be based upon more complete information, such as that available from the appropriate state and federal agencies.

Range sites The relationship between the plant community and the environment must be understood.

A range site is a distinct kind of rangeland that has a certain potential to produce a distinct plant community (Fig. 1). The plant community that developed and matured under natural conditions is called the “climax” vegetation of the site. As long as the environment remains unchanged, range sites retain their capacity to reproduce the climax plant community following disturbances.

The kinds and amount of vegetation growing within plant communities are determined by topography, climate, exposure, level of water table and in the depth, texture, structure and salinity of the soil. Although all parts of the environment have the potential to influence the vegetation on a site, precipitation probably is the single, most important factor.

Good range management can improve forage production, forage variability, seasonal distribution and water intake. Water intake is correlated with the amount of old and new vegetation that is left to protect the soil from erosion and crusting.

Different kinds of rangeland often are classified according to availability of soil moisture. “Normal” range sites allow vegetation to make a normal response to climate, and are not affected by soil or moisture-limiting factors.

However, coulees and bottomlands often are designated as “run-in” sites because they have superior soil moisture availability and can produce more vegetation. In contrast, “run-off” sites have topographic features or characteristics that limit soil moisture availability and produce less vegetation than “normal” sites.

Determining range sites Plants often can be used as a clue to classify certain range sites. However, heavy grazing, drought, fire or tillage may change or destroy the vegetation. Thus, a site usually cannot be identified solely upon vegetation. The more the site has been disturbed, the greater the change in the climax vegetation. When the original vegetation is altered, the site must be identified on the basis of kind of soils, climate and topography.

The first step in identifying range sites is to select a representative location within each area, dig a small hole and examine the soil characteristics. The Range Site Key (Table 1) can be used to identify range sites.

Range condition Range condition or range health is the present state of the vegetation, compared to the kind and amount of native vegetation the

range site is capable of producing. Vegetation comparisons are based on the relative weight of species, not on plant density, vigor or erosion. Estimates should be made to the nearest 5 percent for each species or group. The total always is 100 percent. While a major departure from climax indicates poor range condition, a minor departure may indicate good condition.

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Montana guide to range site, condition and initial stocking rates Plant Response to Cattle Grazing To assist in determining the range condition class for a range site, plant species are grouped as decreasers, increasers or invaders, based primarily on the response to grazing pressure. Decreasers are high producing, palatable plants that grow in the original climax community. These plants decrease in relative abundance under continued heavy use. In calculating range condition, count the total of each decreaser species, up to the amount shown in the guide, which represents the amount that was present in climax condition.

Increasers are lower producing, less palatable plants that also grow in the original climax community. They tend to “increase” and take the place of decreasers that weaken or die due to heavy grazing, drought or other range disturbances. The increasers will also be weakened by continued close grazing and decline in abundance. In calculating range condition, the amount of increaser plants counted must not exceed the maximum level shown on the range condition guide.

Invaders are introduced plants or native plants that are rare in the climax plant community. They invade a site as the decreasers and increasers are reduced by grazing or other disturbances. In calculating range condition class, invaders are not counted for range condition.

The relationship between decreasers, increasers and invaders in range condition classes is shown in Fig. 2.

Figure 2. Relationship between decreasers, increasers and invaders.

The deviation from climax is divided into excellent (76 to 100 percent of climax), good (51 to 75 percent of climax), fair (26 to 50 percent of climax) and poor (0 to 25 percent of climax) range condition classes. The total decreasers, increasers and invaders always is 100 percent, and is based upon air-dry weight of the current growth.

Determining Range Condition The first step in estimating range condition is to select locations within the range sites and estimate species composition by weight. These estimates should not be made in “sacrifice areas” adjacent to livestock waters nor in areas that receive little livestock use. The locations should have a plant community that is “representative” for the site.

List the species growing on the site, and estimate the percentage each contributes to total weight. Your estimates can be checked by clipping and weighing the herbage of each species within selected plots.

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Determine the precipitation zone that describes the site (10-14 or 15-19 inch) and list the estimated allowable percentages of each species from Table 2. Compare these values to your estimates.

The lesser amount of each decreaser and increaser species is used in calculating range condition. Do not include invaders in calculations. The sum of the decreaser and increaser species determines if the range condition is classed as excellent (76100), good (51-75), fair (26-50) or poor (0-25).

The following example shows how to calculate range condition percentages on a shallow range site in the 10-14 inch precipitation zone (Fig. 3). First, list the on-site vegetation and estimate how much each contributes to total current-year production. Assume that the species or types make up the percentages shown as on-site estimates in the following table. To estimate condition, we compare the present plant production to the maximum allowable percentage listed on the condition guide.

Stocking Rates Recommended stocking rates are based upon results from grazing research, local experience and clipped-plot yields. Recommended range site stocking rates are summarized at the bottom of the range condition guide (Table 2).

Initial stocking rates also are influenced by season of use, kind and class of livestock, amount of wildlife use, prolonged drought, series of wet years and other factors. Physical limitations (such as steep slopes and distance from water) that cause certain portions of the range to be under-used also affect them. Under adverse conditions, the stocking rate must be reduced to avoid overuse of the more accessible parts of the range. In addition to proper stocking, good grazing management requires a systematic plan that includes such factors as good livestock distribution, correct season of use and control of the grazing period.

Animal Unit Equivalents In planning the use of rangelands, the standard livestock unit is the animal unit defined as one mature (1,000 lb.) cow, with or without an unweaned calf. Stocking rates are often expressed in animal unit months (AUMs) per acre, which is one animal unit grazing for one month on the specified number of acres.

Animal unit equivalents for cattle and horses are shown below: Cattle We a n e d c a l v e s ....................0.50 Yearling .................. .............0.67 Mature cow (with or without calf) ..........1.00

Bulls (2 + years of age). ......1.30 Horses Yearlings .............................0.75 Two-year-olds .....................1.00 Three + years ......................1.25 It often is necessary to adjust the animal unit equivalents to fit local conditions. For example, forage available may not be equally usable by different kinds of animals. Different animals also use different areas or forage species within a pasture. Thus AUM equivalents for sheep and wildlife have been omitted, because their food and habits differ from cattle.

Conclusion Range condition and stocking rates for Montana can be estimated if the relationships between climate, soil, plants and animals are understood.

The process of balancing the number of grazing animals with available forage involves the following steps: 1. Use the “range site key” to identify range sites.

2. Select locations within each range site to estimate species composition by weight.

3. List decreaser, increaser and invader species, and estimate the percentage each contributes to the total yield.

4. Compare the percentages of each decreaser and increaser species with the estimated maximum allowable percentages, and take the lesser of the two values for each species. In most cases, all the decreaser species will be counted. The sum of these “counted” values is the percentage range condition for the site.

5. Determine the stocking rate for each range site by referring to the initial stocking rate for the proper range condition class within the respective site. By summing up the available AUMs for each site within a pasture, an initial stocking rate for the entire pasture is obtained.

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By Reeves Petroff, MSU Extension Pesticide Education Specialist, and Dr. Greg Johnson, MSU Entomology Department Head the environment.

The spraying season in Montana offers Preferably, the area should be impervious such a limited window of opportunity that to water and have a wash rack or cement you can’t afford to lose extra days getting apron with a sump to catch contaminated your spray equipment into shape. Proper wash water and pesticides. maintenance and storage techniques not Make sure that you drain the spray tank only streamline next year’s preseason in a manner consistent with the pesticide preparations, but also enhance sprayer label. Don’t just open the valves and let it performance while adding years to its propour on the ground. ductive life.

Add larger volume nozzle tips for a faster Long-term exposure to many pesticides and legal method to dispose of sprayer that pass through a sprayer can corrode and rinsate. deteriorate sprayer parts, paint and electrical The outside of the sprayer should also be connections. The residue from these prodwashed. For this purpose, applicators are ucts may be harmful to anyone working on encouraged to have a source of water on the or around the machine. Also, trace amounts sprayer in order to rinse down the sprayer of pesticides lodged in sprayer parts may in the field on a regular basis. Again, when damage crops if carried over to the next rinsing the sprayer, do not create standing spraying season. puddles that might be accessible to children, Your personal safety and that of your pets, livestock or wildlife. family, employees and your crops make it 3. Drain important that you thoroughly clean and To dispose of pesticide rinsate in acdecontaminate your sprayer during the cordance with label directions, apply the season, between crops and before you store rinsate to a site where the products are it for the winter. to be used originally. In other words, the A complete maintenance and storage site must be listed on the label. Repeat the process consists of six steps: draining process after decontaminating and 1. Read re-rinsing the sprayer. Make sure that you 2. Rinse also drain any clean water rinse tanks prior 3. Drain to storage to avoid damage caused by water 4. Clean freezing inside.

5. Inspect 4. Clean 6. Store After your sprayer has been rinsed and 1. Read drained, it’s time to clean or decontaminate Before you begin cleaning your sprayer, it. be sure to review the label of the pesticides you’ve applied. The label will: Be sure to decontaminate both the interior • Tell you how to properly dispose of and exterior of the machine, running liquid residual product. through the boom structure and out the • Provide any special cleaning instrucnozzles. You don’t need to fill the sprayer. tions that might be necessary.

Use only enough cleaning solution to com• Recommend decontaminating products. pletely fill the lines and provide enough • Outline the Personal Protective Equipagitation. You may need to scrub or power ment (PPE) you need to safely clean your wash the inside of the tank. Wear your persprayer. sonal protective equipment (PPE).

2. Rinse Select cleaning agents based on the The goal of rinsing is to remove any conpesticide and formulation used (see Table centrated or large areas of the product that 1). Cleaning agents should penetrate and might still be in or on the sprayer. dissolve pesticide residues and allow them Cleaning spray equipment involves cirto be removed when the rinsate is removed culating water through the whole system from the sprayer. Commercial tank cleanand then applying it to a site that is listed ing agents and detergents help remove both on the label of the pesticides you have used. water- and oil-soluble herbicides and are Several rinses using a small volume (up to recommended on many pesticide labels.

10 percent of the spray tank capacity) are Some tank cleaning agents and ammonia better than merely filling the spray tank solutions raise the pH of the rinsate solution, once with clean water. Select a location making some products such as sulfonylurea where the rinsate will not contaminate wa(SU) herbicides more water soluble and thus ter supplies, streams, crops or other plants easier to remove from internal sprayer parts. and where large puddles won’t accumulate, Chlorine bleach solutions hasten the creating a hazard to humans, animals and continued on page B32

Controlling dandelions

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: Is there a granular form of chemical that is effective in controlling dandelions? Curtail and 2,4-D work well.

However, both products are liquid, so I am concerned about the possibility of spray drift. The chemical would be used in a yard in Bismarck that has a dogwood hedge and flower gardens. F/S Manufacturing of West Fargo has a weed roller for chemical applications. How successful has it been, and have you had any exposure to it? Controlling dandelions in the fall is the most effective way to do it, as you have said in your column. However, I am looking to do a spring application. I have used Scotts Weed-n-Feed with some success.

How susceptible are dogwood and flower gardens to spray drift? If a liquid chemical is best, which product would be the best for my situation? Thank you for any information or references that you can pass on.

A: Dry-applied weed and feed combinations are not nearly as effective as the straight liquid application of a herbicide.

We tested some products years ago at NDSU. It wasn’t even a close contest because the liquid applications won hands down. Because your primary objective is dandelion control, the amine form of 2,4-D will do the job in a very satisfactory manner. There are three-way combinations available.

However, unless you are dealing with a heavy invasion of a wide variety of difficult-to-control broadleaf weeds, there is no need to go that far. Some of those materials remain active in the soil and can be taken up by the roots of woody plants. At a minimum, this would stress the plants. If overused (“revenge spraying”), the trees or shrubs could become so impacted that it could lead to death. Spray drift can be avoided by using some common sense. Avoid applications on windy days. Don’t overspray by soaking the weeds with herbicide. Follow the label directions because so much research and money have been put into developing descriptive and reliable labels. All woody plants are vulnerable to herbicide applications in the early spring because fresh and tender new growth is emerging. If that is a major concern on your property, I’d suggest waiting until the foliage has fully expanded and stabilized. It doesn’t make them herbicide proof, but at least it lowers their vulnerability to any drifting.

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A new approach to molecular plant breeding

By Dennis O’Brien, Agricultural Research Service A U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientist has shown researchers and plant breeders a better way to handle the massive amounts of data being generated by plant molecular studies, using an approach that should help speed up development of improved crop varieties.

Jean-Luc Jannink, who is with the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Plant, Soil and Nutrition Research Unit at the agency’s Robert W. Holley Center for Agriculture and Health, in Ithaca, New York, has demonstrated that by using a statistical approach known as Genomic Selection (GS), scientists can capture and exploit more of the data produced by the growing number of studies focused on DNA sequences found in plant genomes. GS is currently used in cattle breeding.

ARS is the principal intramural scientific research agency in USDA. This research supports the USDA priorities of improving agricultural sustainability and promoting international food security.

Scientists and plant breeders increasingly use molecular tools to develop improved crop varieties. By identifying genes associated with desirable traits, they don’t have to wait to observe crops grown from seeds.

But molecular tools require analyzing massive amounts of data, and important traits like drought tolerance and yield are the result of the combined actions of multiple genes, each with a small effect. These genes are called quantitative trait loci (QTLs), and the conventional Marker-Assisted Selection (MAS) approach to handling molecular data has limited power to detect small-effect QTLs and estimate their effects.

Jannink’s recommended GS approach exploits more data by including all of the small-effect QTLs and estimating the effects of all of the known genetic markers in a plant population.

Jannink and his colleagues recently constructed statistical models, using both GS and MAS approaches, and compared how well they could predict values associated with 13 agronomic traits in crosses made from a “training population” assembled for the study. They gauged the model’s accuracy by comparing their predictions with field observations of 374 lines of wheat.

The results showed the GS approach was more accurate at predicting trait values. Jannink had similar success in a study using oats. Both studies were published in The Plant Genome. The work is expected to speed up molecular breeding efforts and should prove extremely useful, given the pace of advances in DNA technology.

Plant hardiness zones

By Ron Smith, NDSU horticulturist Q: I’ve been reading your articles for several years. I enjoy your expertise and answers very much. Do you have any thoughts about the newest U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones and the movement northward?

A: Thank you for being a loyal reader of the articles. Also, thanks for the good question. Yes, I have plenty of thoughts about the new hardiness zones. The new zones are good in many ways. However, a precaution has to be included before we become too complacent about weather extremes.

I’ve lived long enough to have a somewhat jaded view of the “everything is easier to grow now.” Avid gardeners are notorious for pushing the envelope of hardiness limitations.

I don’t think these gardeners will change their attitude anytime soon. There is nothing wrong with that. I do the same thing and am happy when I can “get away with it.” My friend and colleague Adnan Akyuz, who is North Dakota’s state climatologist, and I have put our heads together on this very subject and are in total agreement as to taking a precautionary approach in pushing the hardiness optimism too far. That’s because minus 25 degree temperatures can show up at any time and kill plants. That is especially true this year because we hardly have any snow cover. Akyuz generated a graph for me that displays the frequency of minus 25 degree days since 1881. I would love it if we could grow peaches in the warmest parts of our state, but I’m afraid they would go the way of apricots. The apricot tree might not produce any fruit for several years, but then produce for a few years followed by the tree getting killed by the cold weather. Sorry for such a long answer. I just wanted you to realize the full impact of what has the potential to take place with the new hardiness zones. The most predictable thing about our weather system is its unpredictability, especially for the long term. Averages are dangerous data to make hard and fast decisions on but that is exactly what the new hardiness zone map reflects.

May the benefits be with you

By Nicole Tiggemann, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Denver May 4 is an unofficial holiday designated by fans as Star Wars Day. Why May 4 and not the more likely May 25 (the day the original Star Wars was released)? It all comes down to a simple but catchy phrase: may the fourth be with you.

When celebrating Star Wars day, it can be easy to picture the space warriors in their original state, the way they have been captured on film. But consider this: May is also Older Americans’ Month. That may be more fitting than you realize, since the heroes of Star Wars first burst into pop culture “a long time ago.”

Most of the heroes and villains of Star Wars are now closing in on retirement age. Yes, Han Solo is well into retirement; Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia are almost old enough to get Social Security benefits. (Sorry, Chewbacca, but you have to be human to receive Social Security benefits.)

You don’t have to have the wisdom of a Jedi or the knowledge of a Droid to figure out retirement benefits. If you’re planning ahead for a distant retirement, visit the Retirement Estimator to get an instant, personalized estimate of your future retirement benefits. Blast off to www.socialsecurity. gov/estimator.

If you’re ready to apply now for retirement benefits, just go online. It’s so easy, and you can do it faster than the Millennium Falcon can outrun Imperial fighters — in as little as 15 minutes at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyonline.

This year’s theme for Older Americans Month is “You’re never too old to play.” When Star Wars first came out in 1977, social networking would have seemed like spaceaged ways to play, but you now can connect with Social Security on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. What’s more, you can even do it from your own smartphone … even if it’s not a Droid.

Visit www.socialsecurity.gov and target the “Facebook” and Twitter” icons.

This May 4, may the “fourth” be with you. And remember: the benefits will be with you … always.

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page B29

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Soil erosion modeling: It’s getting better all the time

By Ann Perry, Agricultural Research Service About 50 years ago, scientists at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) devised the Universal Soil Loss Equation (USLE), a formula farmers could use to estimate losses from soil erosion. Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists will soon release a version that integrates models generated by cutting-edge computer technology, an updated soils database, and new findings about erosion processes.

ARS is USDA’s chief intramural scientific research agency, and this work supports the USDA priority of promoting international food security.

The original USLE used five factors to estimate the tons of soil lost per acre per year from the impact of raindrops and the flow of runoff water across fields disturbed by plowing and tilling. The formula is now used as the basis for estimating soil erosion wherever land is disturbed by farming or other human activities.

Every conservation plan written by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service has been based on soilerosion calculations derived from USLE or its successors, the Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE) and version 2 (RUSLE2). Now research leader Seth Dabney, who works at the ARS Watershed Physical Processes Research Unit in Oxford, Mississippi, is putting the finishing touches on an update of RUSLE2, which uses more intricate combinations of observation- and process-based science to produce soil erosion estimates.

New formulas have been added that can generate simulations of pasture plant lifecycles, which in turn can be used to estimate the effects livestock and their different grazing patterns will have on soil erosion. The revised equations can also produce estimates of how much plant residue can be removed from crop and pasture lands for ethanol production without exposing the soil to excessive erosion.

RUSLE2’s revised database contains information for the entire United States on climate and soil properties that affect erosion. The database also includes detailed descriptions of management systems that are organized in 75 crop management zones nationally. RUSLE2 can now also be used to predict runoff amounts and to develop a representative runoff event sequence that can be linked with a process-based channel erosion model.

More information about RUSLE2 can be found at http:// www.ars.usda.gov/Research/docs.htm?docid=5971.

Prickly pear and mammilaria cactus tip

By Ron Smith, NDSU horticulturist Q: I have a prickly pear and mammillaria cactus that appear to be dying. I’m not sure if I’m overwatering or underwatering the plants. I live in New Jersey, so they are growing inside the house. I water them once a week in the summer.

I’m trying to refrain from watering so often, so I water them now about once a month. The prickly pear seems a little soft and is starting to bend over. On the mammillaria, I trimmed off one shoot and cut it open. The tissue inside is practically gone, so it is hollow and there is some thick liquid coating the side of the skin. I’ve heard that some cacti and succulents can go dormant and look dead during the winter. How can I tell if a plant is going dormant or dying? Is there a better way to water a cactus so that it won’t get waterlogged? How much water do I give the plants each time and how often?

Thanks for your help.

A: Your cacti are on the way out based on your description.

Dormant cacti don’t become what you are telling me. The watering question is a popular and impossible one to answer.

I get the question on trees, shrubs, flowers, vegetables, new lawns and, of course, houseplants. With cacti, the media has to dry out completely before watering. How often and how much to water depends on some variables. The variables include type and size of the container, light exposure, how well the soil drains, air temperature, humidity and the quality and temperature of the water being used. Proper watering comes from learning about these factors and a generous dose of common sense. The two most common causes of houseplant death are overwatering and insufficient light.

Consequently, when I get questions about why a particular houseplant is dying, the answer usually comes back to one of the two factors I just mentioned. Amazingly, the answer comes as a surprise to most people. Don’t take this as a personal lecture, but it’s something to think about for you and everyone else who will read this response.

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page B31

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Maintenance, cleaning and storage of ground sprayers continued from page b26

breakdown of SU’s and some other herbicides into inactive compounds. However, chlorine is less effective at dissolving and removing SU herbicide residues from spray tanks than ammonia solutions. Never add chlorine bleach to ammonia or liquid fertilizers containing ammonia, because the two materials react to form toxic chlorine gas.

Fuel oil or kerosene is effective for removing oil-soluble herbicides such as esters and emulsifiable concentrates. The fuel oil or kerosene should be followed by a detergent rinse to remove the oily residue.

Also run cleaning solution throughout the sprayer, including the agitation system and the return lines. Then rinse the system with clean water. Open all nozzles until they are spraying pure water.

5. Inspect After the final rinse you can inspect your sprayer and make the necessary repairs and modifications. Even though the sprayer has been “cleaned,” always wear personal protective equipment. Some residue may remain on and in the sprayer.

Here is a checklist of what to look for both during and after cleaning: • Mismatched and worn nozzles • Damaged nozzle screens • Damaged strainer screens • Cracks, leaks and overall performance in the pump.

• Hose condition, especially brittleness or cracks • Valve condition, identifying any possible leaks or areas where seals may have loosened • Boom structure, identifying any cracks that must be fixed Modifications Some handy modifications might be: • Shut-off valves on either side of the pump to facilitate pump removal and repair • Shut-off valves at the boom • Shut-off valves at the tank • Additional pressure gauges • Installing flowmeters • Installing tank level indicators • By-pass and agitation lines • Engine-kill switches • Additional lines to aid in cleaning, i.e. broadjets for spraying out rinsate as opposed to using boom 6. Store Now that the sprayer has been thoroughly cleaned, you may want to remove parts of it that may be damaged during storage.

• Remove strainers (filters) and wash them by hand with soapy water (remember to wear chemical-resistant gloves), rinse them and either store them or place them back in the sprayer.

• Pay special attention to nozzles, nozzle bodies and check valves. Chemical residue can build up in these areas and harden over winter, dramatically reducing the sprayer’s performance next season.

• Remove nozzle tips, screens, check valves, caps and nozzle bodies from the nozzle body assemblies. Correctly plug the assemblies.

• Clean and rinse out the nozzle tips, nozzle bodies and check valves. Store in a marked container. Store check valves at room temperature over the winter to avoid damage that can be caused by freezing temperatures.

• Remove all pressure gauges and cap the openings on the sprayer. Store the gauges where they are not subjected to freezing or damage.

Finally, circulate antifreeze through the sprayer and all plumbing, including booms,

valves, manifolds, flowmeters and agitation/ return lines. Allow the antifreeze to circulate through the boom’s hoses. This will coat the hose linings to prevent drying out and cracking. Capping all boom nozzles will help retain the antifreeze in the system, but you may need to open one or two nozzles to allow the antifreeze to circulate through the boom. Cap those nozzles when antifreeze has completely filled the system.

The goal for the storage phase is for the antifreeze to push out residual water that may be in the system and to coat all of the sprayer’s components. Allow the antifreeze to sit in the pump and valves to avoid rusting and damage that can be caused by moist air being trapped in the system. Since some applicators remove the pump prior to storage, the installation of shut-off valves on either side of the pump can facilitate this process.

Anti-freeze for recreational vehicles (RV’s) is commonly used for storage of agricultural sprayers. Unlike automotive antifreeze, it is less toxic to animals. While many RV antifreeze products will gel in extremely cold conditions, they should not freeze. Regardless, always read the antifreeze label to make sure it will perform under your winter conditions.

Now that the sprayer has been cleaned, decontaminated and winterized, it’s ready to be stored. Obviously, indoor storage, away from the abuse of the elements, is preferable. But any indoor site you pick should be far away from both liquid and dry fertilizers. The dust and residue from these products can corrode both paint and hardware on the sprayer.

If you have a spray monitor, remove the display pad from the cab and store it in a warm, dry place.

Don’t forget foam markers and flowmeters When cleaning and winterizing your sprayer, don’t overlook the foam marker system and any flowmeters. Start with the marker system. Simply disassemble the foam generators, then clean residue from the mixing filters and screens using clean water and the appropriate cleaning solution.

Consult the manufacturer’s instructions of your foam marker to determine if specialized cleaning solutions are needed.

If you don’t clean out the spongy mixing filter, the residual foaming agent may harden, making it nearly impossible to clean later.

To clean the flowmeter, follow procedures outlined in the manufacturer’s instructions.

Otherwise, use the following procedure where applicable. Be sure to determine if any warranties are affected.

• Disconnect the wiring harness from the electrical connector on the sensor.

• Unscrew the flowmeter insert and remove.

• Clean insert with clean, soapy water.

Make sure the turbine turns easily. If it doesn’t, clean again.

• Reinstall insert in flowmeter.

• Attach electrical connector to sensor.

Maintaining sprayer equipment Maintenance of pesticide application equipment includes regular inspection of the spray tank, pump, hoses, line strainers, pressure gauge, fittings, nozzle tips and strainers.

Check the sprayer prior to and following extended storage, and before each use.

Remember to always wear personal protective equipment when handling spray equipment. continued on page B33

Maintenance, cleaning and storage of ground sprayers continued from page B32

Spray tanks Spray tanks are made of stainless or galvanized steel, fiberglass or plastic, including polyethylene or polypropylene.

These materials are fairly non-absorptive, so no pesticide residues should be left in them after being cleaned. However, fiberglass tank linings, if scratched, will absorb pesticides.

Cracks and chips in the epoxy coating of galvanized tanks must be repaired with epoxy material; otherwise, the exposed metal may corrode. Periodically check tanks for cracks, rust or corrosion that will weaken the tank and eventually develop into a leak. Make sure the spray tank is securely fastened to the sprayer Pump and pump seals The pump and all its components must be in good working condition. Pump seals, ‘O’ rings or cup washers of leather or synthetic material may dry out and shrink if the sprayer has not been used for an extended period or stored improperly. The solvents in some pesticide formulations can damage pump seals, resulting in leaks around the pump or inefficient pumping.

Hoses Replace hoses that are cracked or leaking. Remember, hoses used to apply pesticides can never be completely decontaminated. There will always be some pesticide residue left in them. Those that are replaced must be properly continued on page b34

Equipment Sales: Our company sells a wide selection of new and used trucking, construction and farm equipment, as well as recreation. Whether you are looking for a backhoe, a loader, or a tractor, we can deliver. Other equipment we have to offer includes: trucks, trailers, haying equipment, trenchers, pay loaders, land levelers, grain handling equipment, boats and snowmobiles. A bit of everything.

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page B33

On-The-Farm or On-The-Road

When you need tires call us!

We carry a HUGE inventory!!!

We offer a complete line of Goodyear & Firestone tires for swathers, balers, combines, tractors, automotive, light and heavy duty trucks.

ALIGNMENT SERVICE

Cars, Light Trucks, Heavy Duty Farm & Over-the-road Trucks

Cut Bank Tire

Phone 406-873-5025, Cell. 406-949-7717 — Cut Bank

YOUR DEALER FOR Truck Defender Grill Guards

We can order guards for semis or pickups!

website: www.cmoorefabequipment.com e-mail: cmooreinc@midrivers.com 855 Kinsey Road, Miles City, MT 59301

Hough International loader, GoH. 3-1990 Trailmobile flatbed closed tandem trailers.

1984 Merritt 42-ft. grain trailer, air ride.

Merritt 53-ft. x 102” straight stock trailers with 3 compartments.

Fabrication & Welding Services: We provide commercial welding and iron repair services. Our staff works with all vehicles and machinery, including trucks and trailers. We can build anything you need out of iron.

Flatbed trailer, 48-ft. x 96” with slider axles.

2005 Wilson 24-ft. hopper bottom pup or lead trailer.

1997 Ford F450 service truck with crane.

1992 CPS belly dump gravel trailer. We have more gravel trailers in our inventory!

1997 Wilson triple axle trailer, with extra large nose.

1995 Freightliner

Jensen Bale Handlers

GET READY FOR HAY HAULING SEASON!!

Summers sprayer.

1993 Wilson 51-ft. x 102” spread axle livestock trailer.

Also triple axle stock trailers.

We have numerous hay trains to fit your hay hauling needs.

John Deere 8640 tractor.

Electric over hydraulic

1987 Freightliner with tag axle.

F903 haygrinder.

Fiat Allis 100C roadgrader.

1987 John Deere 210C 4x4 backhoe.

2008 Perkins 1104C skid mount diesel engine, turbo, brand new.

1979 Ford F600 4x4 flatbed with crane.

Trucking Services: Our drivers haul grain, hay, livestock and equipment across the county. We also use hoppers to carry bulk commodities.

1998 New Holland 7740SL tractor with front wheel assist, 4892 hours.

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page B34

TRACTORS FOR SALE

1950 John Deere A tractor with F-10 Farmhand loader.

1946 John Deere B tractor with 2-point rock shaft.

International M tractor with F-11 Farmhand loader, good tire chains.

Phone Dick Koch, (406) 535-5583, Lewistown, MT

KROGMANN BALEBEDS

* 12 gpm engine driven hydraulics or electric models * Ask our customers about Krogmann dependability, durability and our 3 year warranty. * Options available: Across the bed toolboxes, side toolboxes, carry-alls, 3rd spool valve, cake feeders and posthole diggers.

Visit our website at www.krogmannmfg.com

KROGMANN MFG. Sabetha, KS

Toll Free 1-877-745-3783

Call For The Dealer Nearest You

Maintenance, cleaning and storage of ground sprayers continued from page B33

disposed of and not reused for any other purpose.

Line strainers and screens Always use strainers and screens when the equipment is in operation. These filter out debris and foreign particles that can plug nozzles and reduce sprayer performance.

Pressure gauges Fluid pressure in the spray system is monitored by a pressure gauge. The gauge measures spray pressure through the nozzles when located between the pressure regulator and the spray nozzles. Consequently, a change in pressure can mean a potential malfunction. Make sure pressure gauges are in good working condition and properly calibrated.

Fittings and clamps Loose or cracked fittings are frequently a source of leaks.

Make sure fittings and clamps are snug prior to putting the system under pressure and pumping liquid. Once the system is under pressure, check for leaks.

Nozzle tips and strainers Check nozzles routinely to make sure they are not plugged. Worn nozzles mean

more chemical sprayed and often result in an irregular spray pattern and inconsistent results. Nozzle openings may also change, especially when abrasive formulations, such as wettable powders, are frequently used.

Replace them when wear causes flow to exceed that of a new tip by five to 10 percent.

For example, suppose the nozzle tip manufacturer states that your particular nozzle tips should provide 50 ounces of flow per minute at 30 pounds per square inch (psi).

You want to use an error range of 10 percent (0.10). By using a calculator, simply multiply 50 x 0.10 and add to 50 to find the upper limit; 50 ounces x 0.10 = 5 ounces.

Then 5 ounces + 50 ounces = 55 ounces.

Now subtract 5 ounces from 50 ounces to find the lower limit; 50 ounces - 5 ounces = 45 ounces. Any flow at 30 psi that is between 45 and 55 ounces of flow per minute is acceptable. Anything above 55 ounces or below 45 ounces per minute is not acceptable and you may consider changing the nozzle tips.

If nozzle flow is less than expected, clean the nozzles and try again. The nozzles may only be plugged.

1-800-214-4654 or

LOCAL AREA 406-265-6387 TRAILERS 2006 Freightliner Century 14L Detroit, Ultrashift 10 speed, 6 aluminum wheels, Lo-Pr0 22.5 tires, 226” wheelbase.

2006 Freightliner Columbia 14L Detroit, Ultrashift 10 speed, 10 aluminum wheels, Lo-Pro 22.5 tires.

2007 Freightliner Columbia C13 Cat, 13 speed, 3 way locking rears, 246” wheelbase, super singles.

2003 Peterbilt 379 C15 Cat, 475 hp, Super 10 speed, low leaf suspension, 6 aluminum wheels..................................................$31,000 With 13 speed.......................................$35,000 2007 Peterbilt 386 C15 Cat, 475 hp, 13 speed, 70” sleeper, dual exhaust, 10 aluminum wheels, 244” wheelbase....................................$46,500 2-2005 Peterbilt 378 SBFA C15 Cat, 13 speed, 70” sleeper, 10 aluminum wheels.........$37,000 2000 Peterbilt 379 extended hood, 3406E Cat, 550 hp, 18 speed, low leaf suspension, 265” wheelbase, new rods and mains, new clutch.

1987 Peterbilt 377 3406B Cat, 425 hp, 13 speed, air ride with 20-ft. grain box.......$21,000

2000 Freightliner FLD 120 Series 60 Detroit, 360 hp, 10 speed, single axle, all steel wheels, 468,000 miles, headache rack, air operated oversize load sign.................................$15,000

2004 Kenworth T800 C15 Cat, 475 hp, 13 speed, 46,000 lb. rears, 3.90 ratio with front locker, 10 aluminum wheels, Lo-Pro 24.5 tires, 232” wheelbase, air ride, 0 miles on engine overhaul................................................$45,000

1995 Kenworth T600 3406E Cat, 9 speed, 6 aluminum wheels, 232” wheelbase, air ride....... .............................................................$14,000

New Watson Chalin steerable lift axle with fabricated axle. Includes air kit........ .....................................................$4600 New Watson Chalin steerable lift axle suspension. Includes air kit..........$2600

(2) NEW 2012 Maurer hopper, 40-ft., steel wheels, spring suspension, cat walk front and rear........................................................$27,500 With pintle hitch....................................$28,750 2013 Maurer 53-ft. step deck with beavertail, spread axle, air ride, sliding winches................. ..........................................Available for rental

D

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2012 Wilson tri axle hopper, 50-ft.x66”x96”, 44522.5 super singles on aluminum wheels, pintle hitch, air ride, rear axle lift, 10’7” axle spread.... 1972 Fruehauf 24-ft. pup trailer, 3 axle, turn .............................................................$50,000 table, 4’6” tongue, 24.5 tires, aluminum wheels, spring suspension.................................$11,500 1972 Fruehauf 21-ft. pup, 10-ft. tongue with turn table, 24.5 tires on steel wheels...............$9500 New homemade 20-ft. hopper pup, steel wheels, 11-24.5 tires, ag hopper, 20-ft. tongue.. $19,500

7-2012 Wilson 41-ft.x66” ag hoppers, 90% tires and brakes, 2 rows of lights, S/S rear, 4-spring suspension, 4-air ride............ $31,500-$34,000

Storage Trailers for rent by day, week or month

2002 Fontaine 53-ft.x102” step deck, aluminum combo, steel wheels, aluminum floor, rear axle slide, closed tandem or spread axle.....$19,000

28-ft. to 53-ft. van trailers for storage 28-ft. and 53-ft. reefer trailers

2-96” wide converter dolly, single axle, air ride, 22.5 tires, on Daytons.........$2200

Vaughn Truck Sales

2100 Highway 2 East • Havre, Montana Check Our Web Site:

1997 Wilson hopper pup, 30-ft., spring suspension, aluminum wheels, Lo-Pro 24.5 tires, tandem dolly on turntable.................... $21,500 1983 Wilson hopper, waffle side 1991 & 1996 Western hopper doubles, 40-ft. lead, 24-ft. pup, spring suspension on lead, air ride on pup, Lo-Pro 24.5 tires on aluminum wheels, tandem dolly on turntable.................... ............................................... For set $34,000 2005 Wilson flatbed, 48-ft.x96”, spread axle, air ride, 8 aluminum wheels, new fifth wheel plate & pin, sliding winches...........................$15,000 New wet kit..............................................$1550

www.vaughntrucksales.com

Hydraulic Wet Kit to run end dump trailer with new air shift PTO and pump, new tank and console in cab..........................................$1450 Similar savings on other applications

Evenings & Weekends Call Chuck @ 265-6387 or Jim @ 265-6367

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page B35

Anything To Do With Grain... We Handle It!

NEW

10” and 12” swing away augers WE HAVE’M IN STOCK

Load Out Augers Swing Augers & Conveyors IN STOCK

Swing Away Augers

Brandt 1545

up to 90-ft.

Mechanical Drive 10” & 13”

Field Loader with 25-hp. Kohler engine & Tracker self-propelled kit – IN STOCK

NEW

Generation II water tanks, 3900-gallon in stock.

Poly Cupped Flighting

For almost any existing auger plus it’s excellent for replacing flighting in your air drill auger!

Fab Tech Spouts

15” and 20” conveyors ARRIVING SOON!!

New Tebben rotary cutters IN STOCK 60”, 72”, 84”, 120”

Efficiently and gently handles your pulse crop seed

Long Lasting Durability

10” and 13” grain augers and

New Farm King 7-ft. finishing mowers in stock

Slim Fits

1020 XR grain cart

• High volume grain tank holds over 1000 bushels • 20” unloading auger • Corner auger positioning • Elbow style downspout with 105 degrees of rotation • Wheel operated clean out door for leak-free seal • Hydraulically operated 36” flow gate • Three lights for easy nightime unloading

Remote Control Bin Lids

grain baggers

We Are The New Authorized Dealer For Agri-Cover Roll Tarps SRT-2 Spool Roll Tarp

EZ-LOC Roll-Up Tarp

Used Augers, Conveyors, & Miscellaneous Wheatheart drive-over pit, 8”, hydraulic. Excellent condition................$6500 2009 Farm King 13x70 auger, Agremote hopper mover and spout....$16,500 Farm King 13x70 MDSA auger..........................................................$10,000 Farm King 10x60 auger, side delivery, hydraulic swing...........................$900 Brandt 10x60 hydraulic swing auger.....................................................$3500 Sakundiak 8x1600 auger with PTO kit..................................................$5000 Sakundiak 10x65 MDSA auger.............................................................$7500 Sakundiak 8x46 auger, motor, self propelled kit, electric clutch, remote spout.............................................................................................$13,500 Sakundiak 8x46 auger, motor, self propelled kit, Wheatheart Super Sweep... . ....................................................................................................$11,500 Sakundiak 8x52 auger, motor, self propelled kit.................................$13,600 Wheatheart 8x46 auger, 27 hp Kohler, mover, clutch, spout, bin sweep setup..................................................................................................$13,500 Many more engines on hand...Many have recent work completed All Sale Prices Listed Are No Trade Price

ALL THE SAME PEOPLE, JUST A DIFFERENT NAME

www.shortlineag.com Large supply of bags on hand

Nanotech cotton opens up new possibilities for the fiber—and its fans

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page B36

TRUCK FOR SALE 2001 Kenworth T800W Cat C15, 500 hp, engine brake, 18 speed, double differential lockers, double frame, 20,000# front, 46,000# rears, 244” wheelbase, 42” Unibilt sleeper, air slide 5th wheel.

Call 888-272-8733 or 208-755-0685

2008 Travalong 28-ft. livestock trailer. Lots of trailer for the money......................................................... $8900 Price a new one and see what you are saving...

2008 Dodge 1500 4x4, quad cab, 4.7L Hemi, 6 speed.

Lady’s truck with 36,800 pampered miles...................... ........................................................... Value priced

Walton skid steer and flatbed trailers in stock and loaded with options

New Travalong Rancher 16-ft. + 4-ft. tack, mats, load lights, brush fenders. Ready to work. Save Save Save.. ......................................................................$13,500

Coming In Soon 1988 Barrett 20-ft. aluminum livestock trailer............ .$4250 and still in it’s working clothes

Huge inventory of Bradford truck beds in stock.....

Barrett

Jeff’s Cell: (406) 949-6070 Jess Eichorn: (406) 491-3640

Livestock—Horse Flatbed Trailers

Jeff Welborn, cell 406-949-6070

By Jan Suszkiw, Agricultural Research Service Cotton is going high-tech in New Orleans, Louisiana, where a team of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists is continuing a long tradition of innovative research on the prized natural fiber.

Starting in the 1950s, chemist Ruth Benerito and her colleagues at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Southern Regional Research Center in New Orleans conducted groundbreaking studies that gave rise to easy-care, permanent-press clothing and other consumer-friendly improvements that helped cotton better compete with synthetic fibers, like polyester. Today, under the leadership of Brian Condon, the ARS cotton researchers in New Orleans are leveraging the latest developments in nanotechnology to bring cotton fully into the 21st century.

ARS is the chief intramural scientific research agency of USDA. In one ongoing project, the researchers have teamed with Texas A&M University scientists to evaluate a first-of-itskind, environmentally friendly flame-retardant for cotton apparel and durable goods. Halogenated flame retardants have been among the most widely used chemical treatments, but there’s been a push to find alternatives that are more benign and that won’t cause treated fabric to stiffen, according to Condon.

Made of water-soluble polymers, 50- to 100-nanometer clay particles and other “green” ingredients, the experimental fabric treatment reacts to open flame by rapidly forming a swollen charred surface layer. This stops the flame from reaching underlying or adjacent fibers in a process known as “intumescence,” notes Condon, co-author of a May 2010 ACS Nano paper.

Early trials of the nanocoating using standard flameresistance tests have been promising. In one case, 95 percent of treated cotton fabric remained intact after exposure to flame versus complete destruction of untreated fabric used for comparison.

In another project, the ARS scientists are generating ultrasonic fields of mechanical energy to improve enzyme-based processing of raw (“greige”) cotton to strip away waxes and other fiber components that can hinder subsequent dying procedures and diminish product quality.

Ash trees appear ill

The EASE OF WOOD - THE STRENGTH OF STEEL

MORE SPACE! FEWER PARTS! JUST IMAGINE!

Financing Available

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: We moved to a different city last fall. The city had lined the streets with large ash trees a few years back. However, they are now dying. Our neighbor lost his on Memorial Day during a windstorm. Most homeowners have started to cut their ash trees down. In helping our neighbor clear his ash tree after the storm, we noticed what looked like worm paths throughout the tree. Now our ash trees appear ill. On advice from my father, we sprayed them with Malathion this summer. However, there appears to be no benefit from these applicationsIs there anything we can do to save our last tree or any of the neighbor’s trees? Also, we have planted Redmond lindens and cathedral elms elsewhere in the yard.

Are they in danger of dying? If so, how can we protect them?

Can you recommend a good replacement species?

A: Have you notified the city forester of this rather fast decline of the ash trees? If not, then I’d suggest getting in contact with the forestry department at your earliest convenience. There are several borer insect species that will attack ash trees and girdle the cambium under the bark, causing the tree’s decline and eventual death. With the exception of the emerald ash borer, which has not been reported anywhere near our region, most pests will attack trees that are under stress. This necessitates discovering what is causing this stress. It could be compacted soil or the tree was planted too deeply. The root area may have been flooded for an extended period of time or there was a change in the water table. There could be many more possibilities. Most trees can be protected from extensive borer damage by using a systemic insecticide. This is applied around the base of the tree early in the spring as new growth is beginning. It is taken throughout the vascular system of the tree, including the cambium. As the insect larvae begin feeding, the poison goes to work on them. This systemic material can be used on any tree that is not a fruit-bearing species. You can use it on your lindens and elms if the need is there.

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page B37

3.9% Fixed Rate On All Used Combines - oac

USED 4WD TRACTORS

USED 2WD, MFWD TRACTORS

1994 John Deere 8570 (250-hp), 12 speed transmission, 4 hydraulics, 20.8x38 duals.... ........................................................$55,000

2011 John Deere 8285R (285-hp), powershift, MFWD, 3-pt. with quick hitch, 4 hydraulics, PTO, 380/90R45 duals, 380/80R38 front singles, low hours, factory warranty.$202,750

USED COMBINES & HEADERS

2008 John Deere 9770STS Contour Master, 520/85R38 duals, chopper, low hours.......... ................................................. $$ SAVE $$

2010 John Deere 9670STS Contour Master, 520/80R38 duals, chopper........ $$ SAVE $$ 2008 John Deere 9670STS with 520/80R38 duals, chopper.......................... $$ SAVE $$

2002 John Deere 9650STS, 800/65R32 singles, chopper, grain tank extensions..$$ SAVE $$ 1992 John Deere 9600 30.5x32 singles, chopper, chaff spreader.................... $$ SAVE $$ John Deere 8820 30.5x32, 224 platform. ........ ................................................. $$ SAVE $$ 1983 John Deere 7720 24.5x32, straw & chaff spreader, 224 platfform............. $$ SAVE $$ 2001 Case IH STX325 (325-hp), powershift, 4 hydraulics, PTO, 20.8R42 duals. ....$99,500

0% Financing On Huge Selection of Used Round Balers - oac -

2006 John Deere 9660STS, 20.8R38 duals, chopper.................................... $$ SAVE $$

USED SEEDING EQUIPMENT 2004 Case IH 2388, AFX rotor, 30.5x32 singles, yield/moisture monitor............... $$ SAVE $$ 2004 John Deere 893 cornhead... $$ SAVE $$ John Deere 635F Hydra-flex......... $$ SAVE $$ 2009 Case IH 2010 rigid platform, bat reel, less than 100 hours.......................... $$ SAVE $$ Bison double header trailer.....................$3950

USED ROUND BALERS

LOADER TRACTORS

2007 John Deere 7930 (180-hp), IVT transmission, MFWD, 3-pt. hitch, 3 hydraulics, 480/80R46 duals, John Deere 746SL loader, 9-ft. bucket, grapple, Joystick. . .....$134,500

USED HAY & FORAGE Flexi-Coil 5000/2320 57-ft. air hoe drill, 7.2” spacing. ..........................................$42,500 (3) John Deere 9350 hoe drills, 8-ft. units, 10” spacing with JD transport. .................$6500

USED BEET EQUIPMENT

Artsway 9420 beet harvester, 6 row, 24” row finder, rear steer...............................$19,500 Artsway 9420 beet harvester, 6 row, 24”, row finder, steerable. .............................$17,500 Artsway 698 beet harvester, 6 row, 24” row finder, steerable...............................$19,500 Red River 622 beet harvester, 6 row, 22” spacing, rear steer, rowfinder..................$13,500 Red River 624 beet harvester, 6 row, 24” row finder, rear steer...............................$13,500 Red River 624N beet harvester, 6 row, row finder, rear steer. ............................$13,500 Artsway 786A defoliator, 6 row, knife scalpers.. ...........................................................$8500 Artsway 786A defoliator, 6 row, rear steer. $4500 Red River defoliator. ..............................$2500

USED SPRAYERS

Summers Ultimate 1650 gallon, 90-ft. boom.... ........................................................$39,500

Hesston 8100 windrower, 16-ft. auger platform, 21-ft. draper platform.......................$19,500 John Deere 956 14.5-ft. rotary mower..$16,500 Sitrex 12-wheel carted rake....................$2750 John Deere 3960 forage harvester with 3-row 30” row crop. . .................................$11,500 John Deere 3960 forage harvester.........$2500 John Deere 3-row row crop, heavy duty, yellow. ....................................................$5500 John Deere 2-row 30” row crop. . ...........$2250

USED MISCELLANEOUS

2009 Arctic Cat XTX Prowler with front blade.. ...........................................................$8750 2008 Yamaha Rhino 700EL....................$9500 Eversman H7ER 3-point ditcher.............$2750 Haybuster H-1000 tub grinder..............$12,500 John Deere 740 loader, 7000 Series mounts, 8-ft. bucket, grapple, Joystick ............$8500 Woods 3240 batwing mower. .................$9950

2004 John Deere 7920 (170-hp), IVT transmission, MFWD, 3-pt. hitch with quick hitch, 3 hydraulics, PTO, 480/80R46 duals. .$99,500 2004 John Deere 7920 (170-hp), IVT transmission, MFWD, 4-pt. hitch with quick hitch, 4 hydraulics, 380/90R50 duals. .........$97,500 1976 John Deere 4630 (150-hp), Quad-Range transmission, PTO, 20.8x38 singles, John Deere 10-ft. dozer. ..........................$16,500 1973 John Deere 4430 (125 PTO hp), QuadRange transmission, dual PTO, 2 hydraulics, 20.8x34 duals..................................$12,500 International 766 (85-hp), cab, 2 hydraulics, 18.4x34 duals, 5-ft. side-mount mower. $7450

2011 John Deere 568 wide pickup, big tires, net wrap.................................................... CALL 2009 John Deere 568 wide pickup, big tires, net wrap. . .............................................$33,500 2008 John Deere 568 wide pickup, big tires, net wrap. . .............................................$32,500 2008 John Deere 568 wide pickup, big tires, net wrap. . .............................................$31,500 2005 John Deere 567 wide pickup, net wrap. .. ........................................................$22,500 2000 John Deere 566 round baler. .....$14,900 1989 John Deere 535 round baler..........$8500 2002 Case IH RBX 561 round baler. ...$16,900 1998 Vermeer 605L round baler. . .......$11,500 1993 Vermeer 605K round baler.............$7500

1994 John Deere 7800 (145-PTO hp), 19 speed powershift, MFWD, dual PTO, 3-pt., 3 hydraulics, 380/90R50 singles with JD 740SL loader, 8-ft. bucket, grapple, Joystick.$59,500

USED TILLAGE TOOLS

Agco 30-ft. roller harrow, S-tines..........$16,500 Case IH 415 30-ft. roller harrow, S-tines.$16,500 Ace 5 bottom two-way plow, in furrow, 16”. $2950 Harrel 2804 16-ft. switch plow, 4-bottom..$1950 International 145 5-bottom, in-furrow, two-way plow....................................................$4950 Westgo 20-ft. field cultivator, harrows......$2250

New

2003 John Deere 6320 (85 hp), 16 speed PowdQuad with left hand reverser, MFWD, 3 pt., 3 hydraulics, 18.4x30 singles, New JD 563 loader, 7-ft. bucket, grapple.......$57,500

USED LAWN & GARDEN

Grain Vacs and Swing Away Augers In Stock Sunrise Equipment 1-800-967-3597 Sidney, MT

www.sunriseequipment.biz

1-800-967-3597 — 406-488-3112 2900 West Holly — Sidney, Montana

2007 John Deere X540 lawn and garden tractor, 54” mower, powerflow bagger, new engine... ...........................................................$6750 1996 John Deere F932 front mower, 72” deck. ...........................................................$6500 2009 John Deere X520 lawn and garden tractor with new motor....................................$5500 John Deere X520 lawn tractor with 54” deck. .. ...........................................................$4350 2001 John Deere LTR166, dump hopper. $2250 John Deere F525 front mower, 48” deck. $1350 John Deere LA140 lawn tractor, 48” deck. $1350 Husqvarna 4217 front mower, 42” deck. $2250

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page B38

PICKUP FOR SALE 1995 Ford F350 4x4, loaded with welder.

Phone (406) 799-6923

---- LATE MODEL ------- LEASE RETURNS ----

##### A typical knapweed plant can produce up to 18,000 seeds each year and the seeds remain viable for seven to ten years.

---- 2- & 4-WD TRUCKS ----

2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT sedan, 4 cylinder, automatic, cloth interior, 10,900 miles.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT sedan, 4 cylinder, automatic, cloth interior, 19,000 miles, silver.

2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4x4, 5.3L V8, extended cab, long box, 9500 miles.

2008 Pontiac G6 sedan, heated leather, 4 cylinder, automatic, sunroof, 16,000 miles, black.

---- USED SUV’S & VANS ----

2011 Chevrolet Traverse AWD, cloth interior, 12,000 miles, black.

2006 Ford F350 4x4 dually, diesel, 6 speed manual, crew cab, 124,000 miles.

2011 Chevrolet Equinox AWD, cloth interior, 16,000 miles.

2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor AWD, cloth interior, 28,500 miles.

2010 Chrysler Town & Country van, cloth interior, 25,000 miles.

2009 Mercury Mariner AWD, cloth interior, 75,000 miles.

2005 GMC Sierra 2500 SLT 4x4, Duramax, Allison automatic, crew cab, long box, heated leather, 93,000 miles.

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4x4, crew cab, cloth seats. Super clean.

2004 Ford F250 4x4, 6.0L diesel, crew cab, short box, heated leather. Very clean.

---- USED CARS ----

Improving longevity of beef heifers

By Dr. George Perry, South Dakota State University Research has indicated it takes the net revenue from approximately 6 calves to cover the development and production costs of each replacement heifer. In addition, any cow that misses a single calving is not likely to recover the lost revenue of that missed calf. Therefore, longevity of a beef female is very important to the sustainability and profitability of any beef operation. Considering the importance of longevity, an important question is as follows: Why are females culled from a beef herd? According to the 2008 NAHMS survey the greatest percentage of cows culled from the herd were for pregnancy status (33.0%); other reasons for culling included age or bad teeth (32.1%), economic reasons (14.6%), other reproductive problems (3.9%), producing poor calves (3.6%), temperament (3.6%), injury (2.9%), udder problems (2.7%), bad eyes (1.8%), and other problems (1.8%). Furthermore, 15.6% of animals culled were less than 5 years of age and 31.8% were 5 to 9 years of age. These females that are culled from a herd prior to producing 6 calves increase the developmental cost of other heifers and do not contribute to the profitability and sustainability of the farm.

To achieve maximum life-time productivity heifers need to calve by 24 months of age, and heifers that lose a pregnancy or conceive late in the breeding season are likely to not have enough time to rebreed during a defined breeding season. In addition, heifers that calve early with their first calf have a longer post-partum interval and are more likely to breed back as two year olds and continue to calve early in the calving season. This is important to overall profitability since age of calf at weaning is the single largest factor that affects weaning weight.

In a recent collaborative study between SDSU and the USDA- Meat Animal Research Center (MARC), longevity data were collected on 2,195 heifers from producers in South Dakota, and longevity and weaning weight data were collected on 16,549 heifers at the USDA-MARC. Data was limited to heifers that conceived during their 1st breeding season. Heifers that calved with their first calf during the first 21 day period of the calving season had increased longevity compared to heifers that calved in the second 21 day period, or later. Average longevity for South Dakota heifers that calved in the 1st or later period was 5.1 ± 0.1 and 3.9 ± 0.1 yr, respectively. Average longevity for USDA-MARC heifers that calved in the 1st, 2nd, and later period was 8.2 ± 0.3, 7.6 ± 0.5, and 7.2 ± 0.1 yr, respectively. Calving period also influenced weaning weight of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th calf born from these heifers. In addition, calving period influenced total pounds weaned and average weaning weight, with heifers that calved during the 1st period having increased weaning weights, total pounds weaned, and average weaning weight compared to heifers calving in the 2nd period or later, and heifers calving during the 2nd period had increased weaning weight, total pounds weaned, and average weaning weight compared to heifers calving later.

Therefore, heifers that calved early in the calving season with their first calf had increased longevity and pounds weaned compared to heifers that calved later in the calving season. So when we think about increasing longevity in our beef cattle, we need to begin with management decisions that impact our replacement heifers. If we get them developed correctly they will continue to be productive for several years.

Fertilizer spikes

2007 Hummer H3 5 cylinder, 5 speed manual, 36,000 miles.

2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 4x4, heated leather seats, 73,000 miles.

2002 Jeep Liberty 4x4, V6, cloth interior. Very well kept.

Looking for a good, used car?

Stop in and talk to Bob or Gene.

2010 Chevrolet Impala LT 3.5L, automatic, cloth interior, 28,000 miles, white.

2009 Chevrolet Impala LT, 4-door, 3.5L V6, cloth seats with power, 39,000 miles. One owner.

2009 Chevrolet Impala, heated leather interior, sunroof, 67,000 miles, white.

2006 Pontiac Grand Prix sedan, ebony cloth interior, 68,000 miles. Super clean.

2005 Buick LeSabre, 4-door, V6, automatic, power cloth seats, 82,000 miles. Very clean.

Phone Gene Lewis in Fairfield 467-2321 Fairfield toll-free 1-800-967-2445

Phone Bob Dirkes in Choteau 466-2061 Choteau toll-free 1-800-345-2061

DIRKES’

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: I found your website where you answered a variety of questions about spruce trees. I ended up planting four blue spruce trees two years ago. Until recently, everything looked good. I’ve attached two pictures of the trees planted about 15 feet from each other. The tree starting to turn brown just showed signs of a problem in the last two months. This tree hasn’t grown as fast as the other three trees but has stayed green up to this point. I used spikes last fall on each tree but do not water them regularly. I live in Minneapolis. If you have any suggestions on how to fix the problem, I would appreciate it.

A: The dead-looking spruce likely is not going to recover.

I have no idea what killed it because that is something only a lab diagnosis can determine. My strongest suggestion is to not waste your money on fertilizer spikes because they are ineffective and expensive. Fertilizer spikes bring on lots of frustration to the homeowner who uses them.

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big EQUIPMENT CO. 1287 Hwy 87 West, HAVRE, MT FAX: 406-265-9367 www.bigequipment.com RON HARMON - MANAGER/OWNER CELL: 406-265-0096 HOME: 406-265-9808 EMAIL: rrharmon@aol.com

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TRACTORS & CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

Big Bud 950/50 950 hp, 2610 Twin Disk transmission and torque with hydraulic upgrades, Clark 85,000 lb. axles, new upgraded closed center hydraulics with flow control.......................................$349,500 Big Bud 600/50 KT 1150 motor, major component work, twin disk transmission, 75,000# Clark axles, new paint, new 30.5x32 tires...... ............................................................................................$150,000 Big Bud 600/50 recent new close centered hydraulic for air drill, 30.5x32 duals @ 60%, new interior, new paint..................................$125,000 Big Bud 600/50 600 hp, rebuilt Twin Disk transmission and torque, 9 speed...................................................................................$125,000

(2) Case IH 9180, powershift, 20.8x42 tires at 80%, 6000 hours or 8000 hours. Each...........................................................................$69,000 Case 1030 with loader, no bucket, PTO........................................$7500 2008 Cat Challenger 965B Cat C18 engine 510 hp, 16 speed Powershift, 4300 hours..........................................................................$179,500 Cat 85C injector and pump just done, 6500 hours, 30” tracks at 60%..... . ............................................................................................$65,000 2009 John Deere 9430 powershift, PTO, 710x42 duals...........$219,000 John Deere 7930 MFWD, 380x54 duals, 2100 hours..............$139,500 John Deere 7630, 746 front end loader, 5500 hours.................$99,000 John Deere 4020 no 3-pt., Great Bend loader, 3788 hours.......$12,500 John Deere 4020, 8 speed, 3-pt., PTO, no cab, gas. Good condition..... .................................................................................................$9500 Steiger ST470 525 hp, powershift, 30.5x32 duals @ 60+%, rebuilt motor, clean unit...............................................................................$75,000 Steiger ST470 4WD, 1150 Cummins, 5 hydraulics, 30.5x32 duals at 70%, 6000 hours...................................................................$69,500 Steiger ST450 525 hp, powershift, tires @ 50%, good condition............ ..............................................................................................$59,500 Steiger Cougar inline 6 cylinder 3160.......................................$12,500 Versatile 1150 525 hp, 30.5x32 duals........................................$45,000 Allis Chalmers HD-5 dozer, draw bar, ROPS, canopy.................$7500

ROGER WILDE CELL: 406-470-0321 OFFICE: 403-345-4847

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Grain carts available

750 • 875 • 1000 • 1050 • 1150 • 1325 Bushel carts available with PTO or hydraulic drive

COMBINES

Big Bud 600/50 (650/50) 650 hp, Series IV cab, quad 20.8x42 tires @ 75%, low hours. Very clean....................................................... CALL Big Bud 550/50 550 hp, 2610 Series transmission, 70,000 lb. Clark axles, new paint and interior..........................................................$125,000 Big Bud 525/50 rebuilt transmission........................................$110,000 Big Bud KT450 1150 Cummins 450 hp, 13 speed Fuller transmission, 70,000# Clark axles, needs paint..........................................$29,500

Wagner 17, factory installed 318 Detroit diesel engine, 23.1x30 tires, factory duals, dual hydraulics. Rare, all original, good condition........ ..............................................................................................$29,500

2011 Case IH 8120, 91 hours, fully loaded, includes duals and Terrain Tracer, auto steer, mapping................................................$299,500 Case IH 1480, fair condition. Very good trashing machine.........$15,000 2002 New Holland TR99 1400 separator hours, Contour Master, chopper, chaff spreader, hopper topper...............................................$99,000 1987 New Holland TR96 3000 separator hours........................$39,000 John Deere 9770 750 separator hours, custom cutter package duals, 2WD, nice machine..............................................................$195,000 2004 John Deere 9760............................................................$165,000 2003 John Deere 9750............................................................$110,000 John Deere 9660 STS, 1200 engine hours, chopper, 30-ft. auger, 18.4x42 singles, bin extensions........................................................$182,000 2005 John Deere 9660............................................................$159,000

AIR & CONVENTIONAL DRILLS

2007 Case IH Flexi-Coil ATX700 70-ft. plow with ADX 4350 3 section tan, 430 bushel, single or double shoot, 12” spacing, very clean..... . ......................................................................................... $145,000

2004 Buhler 2145, 2845SL front end loader, grapple, full power shift, 1700 hours.............................................................................$88,500

2003 Bourgault 5710 with 5350, 57-ft. 3 section tow behind tank......... . ......................................................................................... $129,500 2006 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. drill, 9” spacing, tow between 3450 tank, 430 bushel................................................................................ $115,000 2000 Flexi-Coil 5000 air drill, 12” spacing, single shoot (can be double shoot), 3450 tank................................................................. $70,000 2000 Flexi-Coil 7500 air drill, fold back type, 60-ft. x 12” spacing, 2340 variable rate cart tow behind, single or double shoot........... $45,000 Concord 60-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, 3000 tank. Good condition.$35,000 Concord 50-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, 3400 tow behind tank. Very clean.. ..............................................................................................$39,500 2000 New Noble 42-ft. tow behind air cart with 7” spacing........$39,500 New Noble Victory 38-ft. air drill, Prasco tank with Flexi-Coil monitor and parts...............................................................................$15,000 2004 Case IH STX450, front weight package, 850Rx42 Trelleborg duals.

Very clean............................................................................$159,500 2002 Case IH STX450 4WD, 5 remotes, 710x38 duals at 50%, 5500 hours....................................................................................$115,000 2007 Case IH STX430 Quadtrac, 30” tracks, high capacity pump, 2500 hours....................................................................................$230,000

SWATHERS

Prairie Star 4390 swather with 30-ft. draper header, turbo, Dual Range transmission, 1800 hours......................................................$65,000 1979 International 5000 swather, diesel motor, 14-ft. hay head, without conditioner, runs good..............................................................$4500

We are a dealer for

Air Drills &

Tanks & Products

(2) 2001 John Deere 9650 Walker, 2200-2400 hours...............$89,500 2004 Cat Challenger 670 600 separator hours, with pickup....$155,000 2003 Cat Challenger 660, 1700 separator hours, 30-ft. Agco straight cut header, bat reel, new unloading tube for auger, chopper, chaff spreader, new vertical auger, 30.5x32 tires, feeder chain replaced 1 year ago...................................................................................... Call Gleaner R60, 2882 hours...........................................................$22,500 Gleaner N6, 2250 hours, 24-ft. header and pickup reel.............$10,000 1983 Gleaner N7........................................................................$10,000

HEADERS & ATTACHMENTS

2002 MacDon 972 draper table, hydraulic fore and aft. pickup reel, P auger, transport.....................................................................$30,000 (2) MacDon 962 36-ft. header, John Deere adapter, pickup reel, transport.

Each......................................................................................$25,000 (2) MacDon 962 header with John Deere 871 adapter, pickup reel, no transport. Each......................................................................$19,500 (2) 1995 Honey Bee SP936 straight cut draper table, John Deere adapter, swath option, bat reel, transport. Each..................................$19,500 Honey Bee 36-ft. header, transport, bat reel..............................$19,500 (2) Allis-Chalmers 313 pickup header, Melroe attachment. Each.......... .................................................................................................$3000 Renn 992 12-ft. pickup attachment...............................................$1500

MISCELLANEOUS

Lor-Al floater fertilizer spreader, 60-ft. booms, International Industrial diesel engine, Allison automatic transmission, dry box, liquid tank.... ..............................................................................................$28,500 Summers sprayer, 100-120 ft. wide, 1000 gallon tank, monitor, 2 boom switch.......................................................................................$6950 Steiger 12-ft. expandable to 16-ft. dozer blade, 6-way hydraulic for Case IH Steiger or any 4-wheel drive.............................................$17,500 Bron plow with winch, chutes, parts...........................................$65,000 LaTourneau trencher/pipe layer.................................................$12,000 MacDon 14-ft. hay head, conditioner............................................$8500 1983 GMC 6 ton fertilizer spreader truck, 8.2 Detroit engine, Allison transmission, Raven controller, GPS, light bar......................$20,000 (2) Ford B700 restored school buses, 24 passenger, diesel motor, 6 cylinder. Each............................................................... Make Offer New 420x38 tires, wheels, hubs for Case IH MX Series tractors..$4500 Single axle 2 horse trailer................................................................$800

TILLAGE EQUIPMENT

Flexi-Coil 800 52-ft. plow, Honey Bee rod.................................$12,500 Friggstad 40-ft. chisel plow, fair condition.....................................$5500

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New Holland Equipment

New Holland Windrowers

New Holland BR7090 Round Balers

New Holland Tractors New Holland Combines New Holland Guardian Sprayer

New Holland Air Drills

New Holland P2050

New Holland P2060 60 & 70-ft. folding drill

New Holland T9000 Series Tractors

New Holland P2070 Precision Air Drill

New Holland Suspended Sprayers

Zerbe Bros.

406-228-4311 Glasgow, Montana USED AIR DRILLS

USED SPRAYERS

2002 Flexi-Coil System 67XLT 100-ft. twin tank, 1500 gallown, Richway marker, windscreens, dual hydraulic pump. #USF159.......................$14,500 2000 Flexi-Coil System 67XL 100-ft., 1500 gallon, wheel boom, 18.4x26 tires, Flexi-Control Auto Rate, windscreens, double nozzles, rinse tank. #USF153................................................$17,500 1998 Flexi-Coil System 67XLT twin tank, 130-ft., foam marker, hydraulic unfold, air inductor tips. #USF139................................................$17,500 1998 Flexi-Coil System 67 110-ft., 1000 gallon, windscreens, wheel boom, Flexi-Control monitor. #USF151................................................$14,500 1994 Flexi-Coil System 65 1000 gallon, 16.5x6.1 tires, SP655 Auto Rate, no windscreens. #USF104...................................................$9500 1991 Flexi-Coil System 65 100-ft., 1000 gallon, no windscreens. #USF162..............................$6500

2007 New Holland SF216 100-ft., suspended boom, SP655 auto rate..................................... JUST IN 2007 New Holland SF115 100-ft., 1500 gallon tank, walking beam axles, 16.5x16.1 tires, HMIC pump, auto rate. #USNH14................................$39,500

1995 Bourgault 1450 100-ft., auto rate, Hypro pump, 1500 gallon, 18.4x26 tires. #USB000........$8500

2009 New Holland S1070 pull type sprayer, 134-ft., no windscreens, auto rate, combo jet dual nozzles.. . ............................................................. JUST IN

2002 Case IH 6012 60-ft. 12” spacing, 6.7x5 packers, ATX 3360 tow between cart, single shoot............ . ............................................................ JUST IN Concord 5012 50-ft. with 3-rank, 12” spacing, standard cushion shanks, disc levelers, 3000 air system, hydraulic fan, 18.4x26 tires. #UDCN04... . ........................................Special Price - CALL

USED MISCELLANEOUS

1994 Concord 5012 (green) 50-ft., 12” spacing, 4-rank, Phoenix harrows, double shoot, cushion shanks, 300 bushel 3000 tow behind cart, hydraulic fan, Nichols KnokOn with Farmland boot. #UDCN08.............................................. JUST IN 1991 Flexi-Coil 5000 39-ft., 31/2” steel wheels, 9” spacing with 1615 tow between tank, mechanical drive. #UDF209...................................... $34,000

Vermeer 6800 bale processor, 1000 PTO drive........ . .................................................................$7500 1969 Wilson 40-ft. cattle trailer, double deck, 24.5 tires. #UMWL00.........................................$1500

John Deere 32-ft. air disc drill, 7” spacing with JD 777 cart. #UDJ162................................. $15,000 2004 Flexi-Coil 2340 tow between cart, dual fan, mechanical drive, 8” auger. #UDF208.....$31,000

2004 New Holland SF115 90-ft. suspended boom sprayer, 1500 gallon, Flex-Control auto rate, windscreens, rinse tank............................. CALL 1996 Brandt QF2500 100-ft. wheel boom, twin tank, twin boom, Auto Rate, 18.4x26 tires, foam marker, Ace hydraulic & PTO pump. #USBT12...$10,900

USED WINDROWERS & MISC. HAYING

2004 Summers 110-ft. suspended boom, windscreens, 3 way nozzle bodies, 1500 gallon tank, Raven 450 auto rate. #USSM06.............$32,500

1992 Hesston 8200 swather, diesel, cab, air, 14-ft. auger header, 3525 hours. #UWHS63........CALL International 4000 gas windrower, cab, hydro, 14-ft. auger head. #UWIH14............................... $7500 New Holland 21-ft. draper header. #UWNH27......... . ................................................................$1500

Zerbe Bros.

“Setting The Standard”

1-800-228-5393 – 406-228-4311 SALES: Mike Guttenberg - Tim Guttenberg

62 1950 Years

2012

Glasgow, MT

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IN STOCK

USED ROUND BALERS

2006 New Holland BR-780 with Bale command, twine and mesh wrap, wide pickup, 1000 PTO, hay acid applicator. #UHN120...............................$18,000 1992 New Holland 660 with Bale Command, standard pickup, 1000 PTO. #UHN108.....................$7500 1992 New Holland 660 auto wrap, 1000 PTO, twine tie. #UHN115...............................................$7000 1993 New Holland 660 auto wrap, 1000 PTO drive. #UHN118................................................... $6500 1994 New Holland 660 auto wrap, 1000 PTO. #UHNH86................................................ $11,900 2005 Case IH RBX562 wide pickup, twine and net wrap, 1000 PTO, 7500 bales. #UHCA18..$17,500

1996 Case IH 8465, 540 PTO, twine tie, hydraulic pickup lift. #UHCA16.................................. $7000 Hesston 560 with auto tie, 540 PTO. #UHHS51...... . ................................................................$5500 2002 Hesston 856A automatic, twine tie, 4500 bales, wide pickup. #UHHS54.............................. $9500 1999 Hesston 856T 5x6 bales, 75” wide pickup, bale kicker. #UHHS43..................................... $11,500 1998 Vermeer 605L twine & mesh wrap, hydraulic bale kicker. #UHVM31............................. $12,000 1994 Vermeer 605K 1000 PTO. #UHVM33..... $7500

www.ETsprayers.com PERFORMANCE In redesigning the APACHE line, we pushed the

envelope of sprayer potential. Each of our models have powerful engines ranging from 160-hp. to 215-hp., and either a 4-speed or 6-speed, torque-converted Powershift transmission. We updated and refined all of the inner workings everything from the hydraulic, fuel and cooling systems down to the upgraded chemical inductor and exhaust system.

CONVENIENCE The command control center is a perfect balance of functionality and style, and makes the whole machine as easy to use as it is easy on the eyes. Designed by growers for growers, the new APACHE models offer drivers a better cab design for easier access to simple maintenance tasks.

With increased visibility to your rows, the new APACHE models have truly reinvented the ride.

USED TRACTORS

COMFORT The all-new and altogether smartly appointed custom cab is a crowning achievement in APACHE innovation. Quiet, comfortable and equipped with well-thought-out details, this is a space that is truly designed with the operator in mind. Fatique-reducing ergonomic controls and productivity-increasing features inside and out all add up to an exceptional work environment. And the patented hydraulic suspension boosts operator comfort to deliver one of the best rides in the industry.

2011 New Holland T6050 FWD, 540/1000 PTO, 3-point, 18.4x38 rears, New Holland loader and grapple, 24 speed transmission. #UTNH88......... . ..............................................................$83,000

2009 New Holland T9060 QSX Cummins, 535 hp, powershift transmission, 4 rear remotes, 520/85R46 triples, IntelliView Plus II display with radar, AutoSteer, weight package, heavy duty axle........................................................ JUST IN

1976 John Deere 8630 225 PTO hp, Quad shift, 18.4x34 tires. #UTJD96..........................$16,900 1979 John Deere 8440 4WD, 1000 PTO, PowrQuad transmission. #UTJ105.......................... JUST IN

PRODUCTIVITY APACHE sprayers take you where others won’t: maneuvering up hills, through wet fields, over ruts, bumps and ridges. The APACHE utilizes a torque converted transmission combined with all-gear, mechanical drive, allowing you to take off in any gear range and multiply engine torque up to two times when needed for hilly terrain. APACHE sprayers are unencumbered by the complex lines, pumps and problems of hydrostatic drives. As a result, you benefit from virtually trouble-free operation.

You have fewer repairs, lower maintenance costs and less downtime.

Zerbe Bros.

406-228-4311

CONSIGNMENTS

1999 Flexi-Coil 5000 47-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, 4” rubber packers, 2320 tow between cart.. $40,000

1978 Ford 7700 cab/heat/air, dual PTO. #UTFD45... . ..............................................................$13,500

USED COMBINES & HEADERS

2009 New Holland CR9070 700 hours, 42-ft. header, #UCNH54.........................................COMING IN

2005 Gleaner R65 Cummins engine, MacDon 973 36-ft. header, chaff spreader, 30.5x32 tires, 1651 separator hours. #UCAG16...................$141,000 2003 Gleaner R75 with Cummins engine, 330 hp, 330 bushel tank, dual spreader and moisture monitor, 1100 separator hours............................. JUST IN 2000 New Holland TR99, Honeybee 994 36-ft. header, 2100 separator hours. #UCNH41..CALL New Holland 994 36-ft. draper head with pickup reel (fits CRs). #UCNH42...............................$24,000 2005 MacDon 963 draper header, 36-ft. with finger reel and cross augers, Gleaner adapter.........$31,000 1999 MacDon 962 36-ft. draper header with transport package, batt reel, JD 50 Series adaptor. #UHMD39...............................................$17,500 MacDon 962 36-ft. draper header with pickup reel, Gleaner 871 adapter. #UHMD40............$17,500 Case IH 1015 15-ft. pickup header with Case IH pickup attachment. #UCCA09...............................$5500 Massey-Ferguson pickup header, 13-ft., fits 510, 750 and 760. #UHMF61...................................... $500

1994 New Holland TR97 combine, 2100 hours with MacDon 960 36-ft. draper header, 30.5x32 tires, straw chopper & chaff spreader. #UCNH37......... . ..............................................................$60,000 1993 New Holland TR96 combine with twin rotor, SN 554419, 3109 engine hours, well maintained, annual service repairs, 30-ft. 971 auger head. #UCNH28................................................ $36,500

Glasgow, Montana

2000 Flexi-Coil 2340 tow between air cart, variable reate drive with 3234 3rd tank, very nice!.$23,000 1995 Massey-Ferguson 3140 MFD tractor, power shift, 3-point, 540/1000 PTO, cab, MF loader, 3788 hours.......................................................$43,000 1997 Brandt QF2000 114-ft. sprayer, 1500 gallon, auto rate controller.....................................$6500 1993 Flexi-Coil S65 100-ft. boom sprayer, no windscreens, 1500 gallon, Micro-Trak auto rate, air induction tips..............................................$6500 2003 Gates 72-ft. heavy harrow, carbide tips, 70008000 acres, 1/2”x24” tines. very nice........$18,000

Gehl 1875 round baler, 5x6 chamber, hydraulic pickup lift...............................................................$5900 2010 H&S 12-wheel rake. Like new..............$11,000 2008 Sitrex 12-wheel rake, rakes 27-ft., wing up version, very nice............................................$4300 2-Rola wheel rakes, 4- & 6-wheel.........$1700-$2000 New Holland 1431 disc bine, 13-ft. cut 1000 PTO drive, 3-pt. swivel hitch............................$13,000 International 140 48” roll over plow, 16” bottoms, 3-pt. mount.........................................................$3500 1992 Gleaner R72 combine, 2530 separator hours, 30.5x32 tires, 390 hours on new engine.$49,500 1995 New Holland TR97 combine, 1540 hours, Kirby spreader, no hours since re-con in 2008..$45,000 1990 New Holland TR86 combine, 24.5x32 tires, 1635 separator hours, 30-ft. 971 header, very nice. .......................................................$20,000 1979 Allis-Chalmers N5 combine, 24.5x32 tires with 27-ft. header, batt reel................................$7500 1978 John Deere 7700 combine, diesel engine, 3631 hours with 224 head, non hydro.................$8500 Gleaner 13-ft. pickup header with Melroe attachment...........................................................$1500

2006 Ford 1-ton dually extended cab, 6.0 diesel, 77,000 miles, clean, new engine............$18,000 Westendorf 10-ft. snow dozer blade for front end loader mounting.........................................$1000 Wil-Rich 47-ft. tool bar, 5 section, 7 Flexi-Coil harrows, McKay knock-on sweeps........................$17,500 Wil-Rich 45-ft. tool bar.....................................$5500

2009 New Holland / Honey Bee 4255 Grain Belt PLUS 42-ft. flex draper header, UII plastic finger reel, hydraulic fore and aft, hydraulic tilt, gauge wheels, transport trailer, fits John Deere 70 series combine. #UHHB02................................... CALL 2005 New Holland 74C 30-ft. flex auger header, poly cutter bar with pickup reels. #UCNH53...$25,000 2-New Holland 971 13-ft. pickup header with RakeUp pickup attachment. #UCNH38..............$5500

2010 New Holland BR7090 round baler, wide pickup, twine and net tie, 1000 PTO, 4000 bales...$31,000 2008 New Holland BR780A round baler, 1000 PTO, approximately 4000 bales.......................$21,000 2005 Vermeer 605M round baler, twine & net wrap, 10,500 bales, wide pickup, flotation tires..$22,000 2000 Hesston 565A round baler, automatic, 540 PTO drive, gathering wheels, good belts. Ready to go . .................................................................$6000

www.zerbebrothers.com – Email zerbesales@nemont.net

Zerbe Bros.

Glasgow, Montana 406-228-4311 TOLL FREE 1-800-228-5393

Bearcat 1260 grinder mixer, bale feeder, 1000 PTO, nice............................................................$4500

SALES Mike Guttenberg Tim Guttenberg

New plant cultivars appeal, but will they perform?

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page B42

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Paging through plant catalogs in search of exciting new cultivars is a time-honored tradition during Minnesota’s long winter. But Kathy Zuzek, a University of Minnesota Extension horticultural educator, advises: “Before investing, find out if the cultivars you desire have been shown to perform well in Minnesota gardens.”

Nurseries and catalog retailers should provide customers Call 406-889-3520 Eureka, Montana with the best performing plant selections for the climate and other growing conditions of the customer’s location, but the trend in horticulture is to move new plants onto the market in the shortest possible time frame.

“In the blink of an eye, newly introduced cultivars disappear from garden centers and catalogs and new plants take the limelight,” says Zuzek.

This creates some problems. Cultivars—plants developed for distinctive traits that set them apart from other plants in the same species—are now introduced to Minnesota gardeners from around the world. When rushed to the market, the plant’s performance in Upper Midwest gardens might skip their turn in evaluation trials.

Purchasing inexpensive, fast-maturing, un-trialed cultivars might be worth the risk. You could get lucky and discover a new favorite plant. Zuzek warns that it is much riskier to buy expensive un-trialed shrubs and trees that take years to reach maturity.

If newly introduced cultivars are displaced quickly by even newer cultivars, they might prove to be a good performer in our Minnesota gardens after they have already been removed from nursery catalogs. Alas, you’ll never know what could have been.

The emphasis on the new and exciting may also eliminate older cultivars from the nursery trade. What if older cultivars that have proven their long-term landscape value are replaced with un-trialed cultivars that fall short of the mark?

Zuzek suggests that wise gardeners can help solve these problems by asking “What’s good?” rather than “What’s new?”

Need help finding out “what’s good”? Here are some of Zuzek’s suggestions: Look to land grant universities and affiliated Extensions.

The University of Minnesota is home to research programs that develop cultivars of turfgrasses, herbaceous perennials, ornamental shrubs and trees, and fruit crops for the Upper Midwest. These cultivars are highlighted on Extension’s Minnesota Hardy website. Information on garden plant selection can also be found on Extension’s Garden website.

Ask an Extension Master Gardener. County-based Master Gardeners regularly educate in their communities, so don’t hesitate to approach them when you see them. You can also ask online and receive an answer within approximately 48 hours.

Visit the Minnesota LandContain Your Tanks – Contain Your Tanks – Contain Your Tanks – Contain Your Tanks – Contain Your Tanks – Contain Your Tanks scape Arboretum to view FUEL STORAGE ~ FUEL CONTAINMENT ~ FUEL SYSTEMS plants that grow in MinAll products meet EPA/SPCC agriculture standards nesota’s hardiness zones.

The arboretum is home to CALL FISHER METAL PRODUCTS for information and pricing on: thousands of ornamental culHorizontal Fuel Tanks from 500 to 3000 gallons Vertical Fuel Tanks 4000 to 10,000 gallons tivars of annuals, herbaceous perennials, ornamental shrubs ALL TANKS are UL 142 Certified –– DOUBLE WALL TANKS meet SPCC Secondary Containment Rules and trees, and vegetables and fruits. Also, check out Fort Benton the Plant Info section on the arboretum website.

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State FFA Convention results

A record was set at the 82nd annual State FFA convention held on the campus of Montana State University with over 1,700 FFA members, advisors, and guests attending the event. The State FFA Degree was conferred on 160 members.

Two new chapters received their National FFA charters.

They are the Cut Bank FFA chapter and Victor FFA. Browning FFA won the FFA/American Indian program.

Sweepstakes: Big Timber FFA took home their third consecutive sweepstakes title placing first in Agricultural Mechanics and Livestock judging; 2nd in Farm Business Management, and 3rd in Agricultural Sales. Shields Valley placed 2nd and Ruby Valley, third.

Speaking Awards: Extemporaneous speaking winner: Amy Hager, Shields Valley; Prepared speaking winner: Austin Standley, Missoula FFA; Creed speaking winner: ShayLe Hildebrand, Joliet FFA. Star Awards: Todd Lackman, Hysham: Star Greenhand; Kelsey Rhinehart, Custer: Star in Agriscience; Russell Darko, Cascade: Star in Agribusiness; McKoy Henderson, Shields Valley: Star in Agriculture Placement; Dana Weatherford, Joliet: Star Farmer.

Shields Valley FFA Chapter: Star Chapter in Montana State FFA Talent winner: Tiffany Boucher, Ruby Valley FFA New State FFA Officers for the 2012-13 year: Brady Johnson, Hinsdale, president Molly McGonigal, Cascade, 1st VP Amy Hager, Shields Valley, 2nd VP Blair Street, Shields Valley, secretary David Hammermeister, Stevensville, treasurer Lindsay Clairmont, Ronan, reporter Kyle Finley, Cascade, sentinel Emily Muir, Missoula, parliamentarian The top five in each judging event (in order) are: Ag Sales teams: Ruby Valley, Melstone, Big Timber, Shields Valley, and Missoula.

Ag Sales individuals: Neela Andres, Missoula; Carly Plourde, Joliet; Breanna Thomasson, Big Timber; Tyler Hammersmark, Big Timber; and Katie Fischer, Big Timber.

Farm Business Management teams: Shields Valley, Big Timber, Flathead, Missoula, and Richey.

Farm Business Management individuals: Cody Kerkaert, Shields Valley; Amber Wiebe, Flathead; Gwynn Simeniuk, Opheim; Holly Galen, Big Timber; and Tyler Soumas, Joliet.

Livestock judging teams: Big Timber, Beaverhead, Ruby Valley, Drummond, and Miles City.

Livestock judging individuals: Riley McKenney, Big Timber; Dan Johnson, Beaverhead; Jacob Stenberg, Big Timber; Jordan Moody, Big Timber; and Jayelyn Ruckman, Fairfield.

Ag Mechanics teams: Big Timber, Shepherd, Cascade, Shields Valley, and Ruby Valley.

Ag Mechanics individuals: Paul Labrie, Big Timber; Jon Parisi, Big Timber; John Stampfel, Red Lodge; David Williams, Broadus; and Kris Schaff, Roundup.

Agronomy teams: Shields Valley, Flathead, Carter County, Choteau, and Joliet.

Agronomy individuals: Laurie Hogemark, Big Timber; Alessa Wolenetz, Carter County (Ekalaka); Tyrel Hoferer, Joliet; Lauren Phares, Big Timber; and Wesley Carpenter, Cascade.

Parliamentary Procedure teams: Missoula, Flathead, Shepherd, and Joliet.

Creed Speaking individuals: 1st Place: ShayLe Hildebrand, Joliet; Hanna George, Shields Valley; Jennica Hopcroft, Stevensville; and Trinity Lee, Drummond.

Agriscience Fair individuals: Animal Systems: Neela Andres, Missoula; Social Systems: Katie Townsend, Fairfield; Environmental/Natural Resources: Dana Dale, Fairfield; Plant Systems: Jamie Nelson, Red Lodge; Power, Structural, & Technical Systems: Tylor Schroeder, Fairfield; and Food Products: Jade Jones, Hinsdale.

State Proficiency Award winners: Ag Communications: Molly McGonigal, Cascade Ag Mechanics Design & Fabrication: Colter Kroon, Shields Valley Ag Mechanics Repair & Maintenance: McCoy Hendercontinued on page b44

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Spring begins

By Bruce Auchly, FWP Region 4 Information Officer It’s only early April, still winter in Montana most years.

Not this year, however, as spring is headed at us like a high speed freight train.

Meadowlarks are singing. Lilac bushes are beginning to leaf. Gophers are running around. Bluebirds are flashing their electric color in front of windshields.

Get off the tracks.

Each one of us has a sign, a totem, a peg to hang our seasonal hat upon that signifies spring is approaching, that winter lies in the rearview mirror. And while we pay attention to the calendar and forecast, plants and animals are driven by daylight length.

That’s not surprising. Despite all the variables in the environment, long and short term, only seasonal day length variation has remained constant since the beginning of this planet because of Earth’s rotation on its axis around the Sun. Bird behavior, like migration and nesting, is influenced a bit by weather. Yet, even last year’s wet and cold spring couldn’t stop bird migration for long.

And what do birds do when they arrive in Montana in early spring and find ice, snowdrifts and wind chills below freezing?

Some die, of course, but many bird species have evolved over time to survive later winter storms.

Robins that had started to disperse to nesting areas go back into winter flocks. Others just hunker down. Around open water, like the Missouri River, it can be warmer or at least out of the wind and hold insect life, which means food.

Most songbirds don’t start arriving this far north until May. Bluebirds are an exception, wintering from Utah and Arizona south through Mexico and arriving in north central Montana in early to mid-March.

By the way, there are several fascinating web sites on spring migrants. One of the better sites is hosted by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society: http://ebird.org/content/ebird. It lists weekly updates by regions, then species.

For a Montana flavor, specifically which bird is seen where, go to the Internet and type in www.birdingonthe.net.

Then click on the North America link followed by regional under mailing lists. Finally scroll down the page to Western US and click on Montana. Bookmark it at that point.

Warm weather in early spring can draw out insects, a bounty to species like bluebirds. But a really bad spring snowstorm means the opposite, even killing bluebirds.

Red-winged blackbirds, robins and meadowlarks can survive cold, wet spring weather better than bluebirds, as they will find food near open water or on the ground. Even so, day after day of a lingering cold snap will take its toll on all returning migrants.

So why risk death just to be the first to arrive?

The early bird gets the worm, of course. But also, the early bird grabs prime real estate for nesting, which means a better chance to hatch and raise young.

Birds arriving too late are pushed into marginal habitat and are less likely to successfully nest.

So there’s the gamble: Arrive early and with warm weather, or even average temperatures, thrive and prosper.

Arrive late, or get hit with a cold wet spring, and lose.

It’s a tough life, but most years it works.

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son, Shields Valley Agricultural Services: Drew Floerchinger, Cascade Agriscience Research - Animal Systems: Melissa Kissinger, Cascade Agriscience Research - Integrated Systems: Kelsey Rhinehart, Custer Beef Production, Entrepreneurship: Michaela Blevins, Mission Valley Beef Production, Placement: Calvin Kading, Shepherd Diversified Ag Production: Austin Standley, Missoula Diversified Livestock Production: Carter Krantz, Flathead Emerging Ag Technology: Kyle Finley, Cascade Equine Science: Amy Hager, Shields Valley Forage Production: Connor Rose, Shields Valley Home and/or Community Development: Theresa Marie Arneson, Hysham Outdoor Recreation: Kyle Nielsen, Culbertson Sheep Production: Brady Johnson, Hinsdale

Creating a kid’s garden can be great fun

During this past holiday season, an article was released showing the top five toys that no kids should live without – toys that fit any budget and work for a variety of ages.

One of these toys was DIRT! Yes, you read that right ...

DIRT! It’s great for parents because dirt is free and can be found everywhere. It might not make it on a kid’s list, but it is a must-have outside toy.

Kids can have a lot of fun with dirt. Digging, building, making piles, creating mudpies, looking for worms – dirt is a versatile toy. They can play alone, with friends, with parents. Kids have a natural sense of wonder, especially young children, and when playing in the dirt, they use their imagination. In this busy world of iPods, Wii’s, and cellphones, it is a challenge to get kids excited about being outside. When given the opportunity to play in the dirt, they become engaged in nature, are physically active and their creativity is unleashed. One day they can pretend to be an archaeologist digging for artifacts and the next, a detective searching for signs of animals – tracks, holes and buried acorns.

One of the best ways to connect kids to dirt is to grow a vegetable garden. Gardens can be grown anywhere, from conventional garden boxes and planters to a kiddy pool, old sandbox or even an old claw-foot bathtub. Involve kids in the design of the garden. In planning the garden space, remember that little feet need areas to walk on. Create a few paths and boundaries so their hard work won’t be trampled. They can use the paths to kneel in when they are working in the garden space.

Another important part of garden design is creating a compost pile nearby. Compost can be added to gardens to create healthy soil. Compost can be made up of dried leaves, grass clippings, newspaper, food scraps from the kitchen, weeds and coffee grounds. Wetting it down and turning it will allow water and air to break it down and turn it into dark, nutrient-rich soil. For more information on composting and how to get kids started, visit The Garden of Oz (http://www.thegardenofoz.org/composting101.asp).

After designing and creating your garden space, give kids a section of the garden and let them plant. Seeds do not have to be planted in rows. Let kids be creative, planting in a pattern that suits them. This will create a very unique space, full of wonder for everyone. Do, however, encourage them to plant the seeds the recommended distances from one another to allow them to succeed.

During the growing season, kids will keep busy by transplanting, pulling weeds, watering plants and mulching with compost. They will watch with curious eyes as seeds sprout, plants grow and vegetables appear. Harvesting crops is a great reward for all their hard work. Most kids lack enthusiasm for eating veggies, but when the veggies come from their own garden, suddenly they taste great. At the end of the gardening season, leftover plants and vegetables can be added to the compost pile for next year’s garden.

While in the garden, kids will begin to notice nature all around them. Birds, butterflies, worms, rabbits, and other animals will become frequent visitors. The garden will become a special place for a kid, a place to call their own.

For more information on kid’s gardening, visit Home and Garden Site (http://www.homeandgardensite.com/). You can also contact Jennifer Swerczek, conservation educator with the Nebraska Forest Service, at 402-472-7765 or jswerczek2@unl.edu.

Sethoxydim on flowerbed

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: A couple of years ago, we moved into a home that had a medium-sized flowerbed. The previous owner let it go, so it was full of weeds. We rototilled it and sprayed it with Roundup. We transplanted hostas, cone flowers, tulips and some other perennials. However, the grass has taken over again and we cannot keep up with it. Is there a product we can spray on the flowerbed that will not hurt the flowers?

I saw in one column you suggested using Poast. Could we use this on the flowers?

A: Look for a grass control product that contains Sethoxydim as the active ingredient. There are several on the market that have various concentrations. The label will tell you what plants the product can be used on without causing any damage. Check the labels carefully and follow the instructions. This should help you spare your back and knees more pain.

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Brown needles common on conifers this spring

Many of the evergreens in North Dakota, especially pines, are not very green this spring. Some have turned completely brown, while others are showing needles with brown tips and green bases.

“There are a several potential causes, but the correct cause may be difficult to determine,” says Joe Zeleznik, North Dakota State University Extension Service forester.

“Insects, diseases, last summer’s flooding and the extremely mild temperatures in March may all play a part in the current situation. Applying treatments to fix the trees may not work, especially if the exact cause is not determined. Much of what we’re seeing falls under the heading of winter injury.”

Symptoms cover a wide range. In some cases, almost the whole tree is brown or it’s brown just on one side of the tree. On spruce trees, it might only be the needles that are underneath the branches that are affected, but not those on top of the branches. Sometimes just the needle tip is damaged but the rest of the needle is mostly green.

The reason that the symptoms are so varied is that the potential causes are so diverse: • A traditional example of winter injury is when needles above the snowpack are brown, while those below the snowpack are green.

• Another cause is when sunny, warm days in late winter or early spring coincide with frozen soil. During this time, the trees lose water through their needles but can’t replace it because the ground is frozen. Tissues then dry and die.

• In other instances, the warm weather may cause trees to deharden too early. Then, when cold weather returns, some trees can’t reharden quickly enough, so the needles die.

• Tree health during the previous summer also affects a tree’s response to winter extremes. For example, aphid or mite damage might not be noticed during the summer but shows up the following spring.

• Lack of insulating snow cover can cause damage to the root system of a tree.

“Nothing can be done directly to fix trees that are suffering from winter injury,” Zeleznik says. “The only thing to do is minimize the stresses that the trees face during the upcoming growing season. Also, just because needles were killed doesn’t necessarily mean that the tree is dead because the buds still may be alive. Unfortunately, conifers that survived last summer’s flooding may not have survived the winter weather.”

While environmental damage, such as winter injury and last summer’s flooding, are likely causes, insect and disease issues also may be playing a part. Pines may be affected by pine needle scale, pine moths, diplodia tip blight or some other pest. Diseases of spruce trees include cytospora canker or one of the needlecasts. More information on pest problems is available in the “Insect and Disease Management Guide for Woody Plants in North Dakota” at http://www.ag.ndsu. edu/pubs/plantsci/trees/f1192w.htm.

“Several items are important to remember when treating trees,” Zeleznik says. “Make sure that the correct insect or disease is being treated. If you don’t, the treatment is a waste of time and money. Timing is critical because applying a treatment at the wrong time will not work and is a waste.

Always follow all label directions when applying pesticides.”

For more information, contact Zeleznik at (701) 231-8143 or joseph.zeleznik@ndsu.edu.

Replanting potted tulips

By Ron Smith, NDSU horticulturist Q: I received some tulips as a birthday gift. They are so beautiful, so I wanted to save the bulbs for replanting. I’m pretty familiar with how to deal with bulbs that have been planted outdoors, but I’m not quite sure about one aspect of preparing a potted tulip for replanting. I know I need to deadhead the plant once the flowers die and I know that I need to allow the leaves to turn yellow until they easily pull out of the bulb. After that, the bulb can be dug up and refrigerated. However, do I continue watering the bulbs in the pot after the flowers have died or do I allow the soil to dry out?

A: A tulip bulb is a very efficient storage organ, so it doesn’t need continuous watering once it has entered dormancy. The bulb also should not be allowed to sit where forced-air heat can gradually work on dehydrating it. For someone like you, the best route to take is to store the bulbs in the crisper of your refrigerator. Surround the bulbs with damp, unmilled sphagnum moss. This will keep the bulbs healthy and appropriately hydrated and take away the threat of rot getting started.

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Use caution with moldy feeds

Dairy producers hoping to cut feed costs and stretch feed supplies may include more byproducts in their cows’ feed ration.

“The incorporation of some of the many byproducts available in our region is a good choice, but use some caution, not only because of the variability in nutrients inherent in byproducts but, in some cases, the loss of quality due to undesirable growing or storage conditions,” North Dakota State University Extension Service dairy specialist J.W. Schroeder says.

For example, excessive rainfall during the growing season or warmer than expected temperatures can lead to feed storage problems that result in spoilage (mold growth) and the development of mycotoxins such as zearalenone in wet distillers grain, sugar beet pulp and other byproducts. A mycotoxin is a toxin produced by mold, such as Fusarium fungi.

“Producers should be concerned because excessive levels of zearalenone could affect reproduction in sensitive species,” Schroeder says. “Because mold can develop in many wet byproducts if the conditions are right, I’m reminding dairy managers who use large amounts of byproducts to use caution this spring, especially for cows in the breeding pen.”

Zearalenone concentrations could be a particular problem when performing intensive techniques such as embryo transfer, especially in high-producing dairy cattle. NDSU and U.S. Department of Agriculture researchers note that intensive reproductive procedures such as embryo transfer would be more susceptible to the adverse effects of zearalenone and other mycotoxins than routine cattle breeding by bulls. Factors revealed during this case study suggested that mycotoxins at least could have contributed to reduced conception rates.

“The U.S. does not have established tolerance limits for zearalenone in feed for livestock, but common sense when developing your feed ration goes a long way,” Schroeder adds. “If you are feeding a host of byproducts or feeding above the recommended amounts for any given byproduct, there always will be some risk when mycotoxins are present.

Adding challenges to a cow’s diet is just one more potential impediment to her full-time job of producing milk and bearing a calf.”

Zearalenone in byproducts is not a new problem, and ruminants appear to be able to consume small amounts of feed with mycotoxins with no problems, research shows.

“However, while such feeding typically may present no risk to animal health, producers should be mindful of climatic and storage conditions that could increase the presence of these toxins,” Schroeder says. “I just want producers to be aware and use prudence when making changes to the dairy cow diet. And, if they are experiencing some shortfalls in herd reproduction, they should be sure to look at the whole picture, and when looking at the feed, watch for unwanted spoilage.”

Arborvitae trees

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service Q: How extensive are the root systems for green giant and steeplechase arborvitaes? I’m considering planting a few that would be near our geothermal wells, so I want to make certain they won’t cause a problem. I think I’ll be able to plant them far enough away from the wells, but I want to be certain. What is the range of how tall the steeplechase can grow? Is it advisable to plant these arborvitae trees near a fence? In other words, would shade from the fence cause any concern? Would the green giant and steeplechase be a good choice for where it is windy and cold? I would like to use them as a windbreak. I’ve read that techny arborvitae is very wind-and- cold resistant.

A: Steeplechase and green giant are cut from the same genetic bolt of cloth. They will get to about 25 feet in height and 12 to 14 feet in width in about 10 years. Both are coldhardy. All arborvitae species are fibrously rooted, which makes them popular with housing contractors because they are easy to transplant. The side of the arborvitaes that will be against the fence will thin and die eventually. This is normal for any evergreen. My advice is general and based on upper Midwest growing conditions. Any significant deviation from this location will influence the growth of these plants, such as bigger or smaller and faster or slower. If you live north of zones 4 or 5, you should not use either of those arborvitaes.

If you live north of zones 4 and 5, get into eastern arborvitae cultivars such as Brandon or technito.

Good U.S. wheat buying opportunities

In 2010/11, weather problems for our major wheat export competitors combined with competitor export restrictions resulted in the highest U.S. wheat exports since 1992/93.

Returning to U.S. wheat sales closer to normal in 2011/12, the United States is on track to meeting USDA’s 27.2 MMT export projections, but with distinctly different situations for each of the six classes of U.S. wheat.

Ample SW Production Keeps Prices Competitive In contrast to farmers in many other growing areas, the Pacific Northwest saw nearly perfect growing conditions this year, leading to a 12 percent production increase from last year. With an influx of supply, white wheat prices have stayed competitive worldwide, leading to increased sales.

According to USDA’s Export Sales report, white wheat commercial sales through April 5 are up 13 percent from 2010/11. As a result, USDA lowered projected ending stocks of white wheat in its WASDE report this month to 1.96 MT from 2.37 MMT in March.

HRW Ending Stocks Predicted Higher Increased sales last marketing year benefited the HRW crop more than most of the other classes. In 2011, however, drought ravaged the Great Plains states. Combined with an increase in overall world wheat production, USDA decreased 2011/12 estimated production 23 percent from last year and reduced exports to the current projection of 10.3 MMT. Commercial sales data reflects this trend with HRW sales 41 percent lower than last year at this time, a drop of 6.73 MMT. However, lower sales led to slightly raised ending stocks in the April WASDE from 9.14 MMT to 9.55 MMT. USDA’s projections are above last year’s ending stocks, meaning more HRW will carry over into the new marketing yea and will be available to meet world demand.

Durum Down Overall In the Northern Plains durum growing area, too much moisture prevented farmers from planting and harvesting the crop. As a result of decreased planted and harvested acres, sales dropped. According to USDA, durum production last year decreased 53 percent to 1.36 MMT and current projected exports are down 42 percent to 680,000 MT. In line with this prediction, commercial sales are down 52 percent from last year.

HRS Producers Waiting for the Right Price Hard red spring (HRS) farmers faced the same wet weather challenges as durum producers last year. USDA estimated 2011/12 production down 30 percent, projected exports down 29 percent and ending stocks 23 percent lower than last year. Current export commitments align with this trend, as USDA reported commercial sales are down 29 percent (2.60 MMT) from last year. With plenty of on-farm storage, however, many farmers in the HRS growing area are waiting for the right time to sell.

SRW Sees Highest Sales Increase Production in the SRW growing region east of the Mississippi River rebounded in 2011, providing an ample supply.

Reduced availability of Black Sea wheat later in the marketing year has led to increased SRW exports for milling use.

Additionally, with tight corn stocks, SRW has become the alternative feed of choice, leading to increased sales (see story above). Overall, USDA projected SRW commercial sales up 41 percent (1.15 MMT) from last year.

Even with increased sales, USDA estimated large SRW carryover stocks compared to 2010/11. Even though the WASDE report lowered estimated SRW endings stocks to 5.74 MMT from 6.61 MMT last month, USDA predicted ending stocks 19 percent higher than last year.

Uptick in Sales Pace Indicates Continued Sales Overall, customers realize there are still good opportunities to purchase high quality U.S. wheat before switching to new crop purchases, evidenced by a recent uptick in net sales due to more competitive prices.

According to the USDA’s weekly Export Sales Report, commercial sales of U.S. wheat through April 5 are at 26.3 MMT, 23 percent lower than last year’s year-to-date total.

While export sales are lower than last year’s above average levels, the United States is still on pace to meet USDA’s estimated total exports of 27.2 MMT and are just 4 percent below the 10-year average. In fact, including commercial sales to unknown destinations would put the United States right at total projected exports if those sales are designated before the end of marketing year.

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Dung beetles may be key to improving rangeland management

Dung beetles haven’t gotten much attention for the service they perform. Rolling and burying balls of dung isn’t everybody’s idea of a glamorous job.

But a University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) researcher says the insects are a key component in the health of Nebraska’s rangelands, which cover the majority of the state. And healthy rangeland is a foundation of beef production, the largest segment of Nebraska’s No. 1 industry, agriculture.

Sean Whipple, post-doctorate research associate based at the UNL Panhandle Research and Extension Center at Scottsbluff, is starting a project aimed at increasing our understanding of how dung beetles carry out their humble role. More specifically, he hopes to determine whether dung beetles prefer the taste of certain cow patties over others, based on the quality of forage that the cattle ingest.

Whipple said this knowledge could point the way to better range management.

The project is being conducted by Whipple with a pair of specialists at the Panhandle Research and Extension Center: Jeff Bradshaw, extension entomology specialist, and Karla Jenkins, cow-calf/range management specialist. Jeanna Jenkins, an undergrad animal science major, also will be assisting this summer. She is partially supported through UNL’s UCARE (Undergraduate Creative Activities and Research Experience) Program.

It will involve an array of pitfall traps (5-gallon buckets) buried into some of the 1,600 acres of range at UNL’s High Plains Ag Lab near Sidney. Cow dung produced from several diets of varying forage quality will be compared in their ability to attract the beetles.

For such a humble subject, Whipple’s dung beetle research has gotten a lot of attention in the past several weeks, going viral on the Web and attracting notice from some top scientific web sites.

It started with a publication written by Whipple in the journal Environmental Entomology, which was posted on the Entomological Society of America’s web site.

Science Daily, a web site with a readership of 2 million in North America alone, soon picked it up, and within a day or two it had shown up on more than 50 websites, Whipple said. He’s been contacted for interviews by National Geographic News and GEO, a German magazine.

The article that’s getting the attention actually describes research performed earlier by Whipple and W. Wyatt Hoback into the beetles’ preference for dung from exotic species (in zoos or game farms, for example) compared to native species.

There are thousands of species of dung beetles, most of them scarab beetles. Not only do dung beetles directly benefit livestock production, but they also play a valuable role in nutrient cycling and rangeland health, Whipple explains.

“Most people associate dung beetles with the ones that roll the ball that you see on TV,” he said, and they also associate them with Africa more than North America.

But he said Nebraska has more than 50

species of dung beetles. In the Panhandle, where this project will take place, there are upwards of 20 fairly common species.

Each cow in a herd will produce up to 20 dung pats per day. Dung beetles break them down faster and more efficiently than other agents, such as weathering or other types of small critters such as ants, termites or earthworms, Whipple said.

“They can potentially do in 48 hours what would take a couple years,” he said.

“Through their actions, and burying, you get benefits such as soil aeration, control of flies and dung breeding pests, nutrient cycling and increased forage growth and acreage for cattle. They provide an ecosystem service benefitting not only plant communities but also livestock yield.”

The work done by dung beetles increases available acreage for cattle production by an estimated 5 to 10 percent. Their economic value to the United States is estimated at more than $380 million annually.

“The whole idea of my research is since they provide such a good service, how can we manage cattle and rangelands in a way to maximize dung beetle occurrence, thereby increasing the profit to ranchers.”

Several studies have examined feeding preference and niche partitioning of various dung beetle species. But little is known as to whether dung beetles can make use of cattle dung with low nutrient value.

Often, dung beetles have specific preference towards dung condition or odor, soil characteristics, habitat and seasonality.

Dung beetles may not be able to adequately biodegrade low-quality dung.

Whipple received a Ph.D. in entomology last December from UNL, after receiving a master’s degree in biology from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. His master’s work focused on grasshoppers.

For his doctoral work, he looked for a project in an understudied topic that applied to both entomology and rangeland ecology.

“And dung beetles fit that. So I just sort of fell into it.”

He had met Bradshaw during the course of his studies. His post-doctoral research post came about through work he had done on potato psyllids, a pest of potatoes and several other crops. Bradshaw is allowing him to bring in some of his prior research on dung beetles. Whipple, Bradshaw and Jenkins have applied for seed funding from UNL’s Agricultural Research Division to perform the sampling at the High Plains Ag Lab. Perhaps dung beetles will become more than an Internet phenomenon, and get recognition for their service to native rangelands in Nebraska and elsewhere.

“They provide a good service that not a lot of insects do and they do it very efficiently. It’s a topic that can benefit research not only in the entomology community, but has the potential to benefit agriculture as a whole. If we can get to a point where we can manage dung beetles and figure out what they need, what is optimal, we have a way to improve our range management practices.”

Seeding a lawn

By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service go ahead and seed. Moist soil is OK but satQ: Would now be a good time for seedurated soil is not. Even if the temperatures ing a lawn? I always figure the sooner the dip again, it won’t hurt anything because better. However, the way this year is going the seed will be going through a priming has me scratching my head! process while it is sitting there waiting to A: As long as the frost is out of the germinate. ground and the soil surface is not too wet,

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2008 John Deere 8330, 225 hp, MFWD, PowerShift, duals, front weights, 3340 hours........................................................................ $139,900 2010 John Deere 7230 Premium MFWD, 110 PTO hp, 540/1000 PTO, IVT, 3 rear remotes, 18.4x42 radials, 741SL loader, bucket, grapple, 1100 hours.......................................................................... $95,900 (3) John Deere 7130, MFWD, 95 PTO hp, 3 point, PTO, 2 hydraulics, 9F/9R transmission with reverser, JD 673 loader................ $75,900 John Deere 6115D, MFWD, 3 point, PTO, 2 hydraulics, 95 PTO hp, 9F/9R transmission with reverser, Mounted with JD 673 Loader. . .. ............................................................................................ $75,900 John Deere 6400 MFWD, John Deere 640 loader, 11,036 hours.......... ............................................................................................ $34,900 2007 John Deere 5325 MFWD, 55 PTO hp, open station, ROPS/canopy, new front tires...................................................................... $24,900 2010 John Deere 5105M MFWD, 90 PTO hp, 540 PTO, cab, 16 speed, reverser, 563 loader, bucket, low hours............................... $64,700 2011 John Deere 5075M, 61 PTO hp, MFWD, 2 remotes, cab, 16 speed with reverser........................................................................ $43,500 1975 John Deere 4430, 2WD with cab, QuadRange, 3 point, 540/1000 PTO, 2 hydraulics, weights, duals. 9000 hours.................... $19,900 John Deere 3020, gas, Farmhand F-11 loader, new radiator, rebuilt carb and steering.................................................................$7500 2009 New Holland TD80 MFWD, 62 PTO hp, open station, ROPS.... . ........................................................................................$24,900 2009 New Holland T2410 compact tractor, MFD, 55 hp, 3-pt., PTO, ESS transmission, turf tires, loader, bucket, 60 hours..$29,000 (M) 1993 Kubota M7580 4WD, 75 hp, cab, 3-pt., 2 remotes, M1275 loader, 1571 hours................................................................. $27,500 (M) Ford 5000 2WD tractor.............................................................$2900 1976 International 1066 2WD with cab, 540/1000 PTO, 3-pt., rebuilt engine, 85% rubber, 126 PTO hp............................... $12,000 (M) International 826 2WD, hydro, 2 remotes, 3-pt., DuAl loader, 9500 hours....................................................................................$7500 International 806 2WD, cab, standard transmission, Farmhand loader...................................................................................... Call Allis-Chalmers 185 Crop Hustler 2WD with 3-pt., PTO, 3 remotes, Farmhand loader, bucket, forks, 74.9 PTO hp............... $7200 (M) Allis-Chalmers 180 2WD, open station, 3-pt., PTO..................$5900 Massey Ferguson 135 2WD, 3-pt, PTO, loader.......................$5500 Massey Ferguson T030 2WD..................................................$2590 Sweepster broom, 10-ft., fits 5000 series John Deere.............$9000

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The barn swallow is one of six types of swallows that spend the summer in Montana, raising young and eating insects. Photo by Kristi DuBois.

Why we love water and birds

By Bruce Auchly, FWP Region 4 Information Officer Last week, one warm sunny afternoon – the kind of spring day that makes one believe, even hope that global warming is not only true but winter has been outlawed – mayflies hovered in clouds over the Missouri River in north central Montana.

The insects didn’t exactly blacken the sky, but it was heartening to see another sign of the changing seasons.

By the next day, cliff swallows had returned to the river and were flying around with their mouths open gobbling up the available insect protein.

Swallows are amazing birds and central Montana is lucky to host several members of that family: cliff, barn, tree, bank, northern rough-winged and violet-green.

Granted that’s a lot to memorize for someone who is not a dedicated birder. But there is plenty to appreciate with swallows in general.

All of them eat a tremendous amount of insects. They fly around with their small, but gaping mouths open, scooping up hundreds of bugs.

And what flight.

Darting, pirouetting, diving, swallows have few peers in nature. Think of air shows featuring the Navy’s Blue Angels, or the Air Force’s Thunderbirds. While we cheer the human endeavor and pilots’ derring-do, their aerobatics pale in comparison to swallows.

That swallows are relatively tame and some species will nest near or on our houses and garages just adds to their appeal.

Because swallows depend on insects for food, their spring arrival is especially weather dependant. When the weather warms and bring out insects, swallows will not be far behind.

That means their arrival can vary as much as two weeks from spring to spring.

Good places to watch and appreciate cliff swallows are near bridges where they will often build their nests.

This brings up another point of awestruck admiration – the birds’ nest building capabilities.

Cliff swallow nests are huts of mud usually stuck on the side of cliffs or bridges. The admirable part is how they build a nest when they have no hands or fingers.

They land, scoop up mud with their mouth, and fly away.

Deposit the mud at the nest site. Repeat.

Try building your next house using just your mouth.

Sometimes, however, when swallows try to build their marvels of mud on the side of someone’s home or inside a garage, there is less admiration than cursing. That’s when guys who normally love birds, or at least pay them no mind, turn into grumpy old men impolitely demanding, “How do I get those blankety-blank things off my house.”

The short answer is, with great difficulty. Migratory songbirds, like swallows, are protected. They cannot be hunted or harassed.

So think of the good they do. Like eat insects. By the thousands. Every day.

And they are pretty cool to watch twist and turn through the air. In fact, if there is ever an Olympic event in feathered aerobatics, put your money on the swallows. ##### New research predicts that the Earth’s temperature could rise by 37.4°-42.8°F by the close of the 21st century. Enough to have a serious impact on human life through rising sea levels, flooding, widespread drought and more. ##### You feel stuck with your debt if you can’t budge it.

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Preparing for heat stress in cattle

By South Dakota State University Extension Summer heat waves pose a serious danger to cattle. It’s not only the death loss, but also the loss in performance and the potential for poorer reproductive performance of bulls and breeding females caused by heat stress that cause economic harm to beef producers. Taking some steps now to plan ahead will put producers in a better position to deal with heat waves when and if they occur.

The amount of stress that cattle are under is affected by both the air temperature and the relative humidity. The following chart shows that relationship. The combination of high temperatures plus high relative humidity is particularly dangerous, especially when there is little to no night-time cooling. Producers can use this information plus livestock heat advisory alerts to make preparation for forecasted heat waves. Planning ahead is critically important as it’s too late to prevent problems after cattle are already under heat stress.

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While heat related losses can affect any class of cattle, in general cattle in confinement are at greater risk. There is typically greater air movement in a pasture, and in some cases greater opportunities for cattle to seek shade or ponds to cool off. Also, cattle fed on concrete or on a dark soil surface will have a greater exposure to radiant heat compared to cattle on grass.

Water access is vitally important to maintain the wellbeing of cattle during hot weather. Water consumption may be 20 gallons per head at 90° F, twice as high compared to 70° F and 50% greater than at 80° F. The capacity of your water system is also important. Some experts recommend having enough reserve capacity to provide half the animals’ daily needs in one hour, or to have 3 linear inches of trough access per head. In some cases producers might need to bring in extra tanks.

Heat stress can also be reduced by using sprinklers. It’s important to make sure the droplet size is large enough so that there isn’t a mist created that might only add to the heat stress by adding humidity. Cooling the ground can also provide relief. It’s important that a sprinkling program begin before the cattle are under stress. This is to make the cattle grow accustomed to sprinklers and fire hoses and avoid additional stress levels. An additional supply of emergency water may need to be acquired.

Providing shade and allowing for maximum air movement will also help provide relief. Shade will reduce the amount of radiant heat load the cattle would face, that is especially true with dark hided cattle. Removing barriers to air movement and/or giving cattle access to high mounds will also provide some relief.

Some other management steps to reduce heat stress related losses include: Avoiding working cattle is also extremely important to minimize losses. If it is absolutely necessary to move or work cattle during hot weather, plan on being done before 9 to 10 AM. Controlling flies will help keep cattle from bunching in a group. That will allow more air flow to each animal.

Providing a layer of light colored bedding will reduce the temperature of the soil surface in an outdoor, unshaded pen.

Feed 70% or more of the daily ration in the late afternoon or evening. By delaying feeding, peak rumen heat production will occur during the cooler part of the day. ##### My young grandson called the other day to wish me Happy Birthday. He asked me how old I was, and I told him, 80.

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Disaster preparations for livestock producers

By Warren Rusche, Cow/Calf Field Specialist What you would do if a weather disaster struck your ranch or feed lot? I remember thinking that following the tornado that destroyed Manchester, South Dakota. I think we’re all guilty of focusing so much on the day-to-day issues that we ignore potentially serious possibilities. While there is nothing that we can do to prevent a severe weather outbreak, some time spent thinking about our response could prove very valuable.

One approach would be to sit down with your family and employees and start brainstorming about how to respond to emergencies. There’s usually a lot of value in gathering everyone’s input, plus it helps if everybody involved has an idea what the plan will be and everyone’s role in carrying the plan out.

One factor to consider is making sure everyone knows how to direct help to your operation. A 911 address is certainly valuable, but that doesn’t tell responders what roads to take if they aren’t familiar with the area. Alternative routes might need to be identified if the main routes are blocked. Having GPS coordinates available might be very useful if aerial assistance is required. Having all of this information written down will save valuable minutes following a disaster.

Here are some additional questions that could be considered. Every operation is different, of course, but these can serve as a starting point: • Are you prepared for an extended period of limited or non-existent utility service?

• Do you have contingency plans to provide feed and water if the normal systems break down?

• Are there any specific details that first responders should be aware of, such as pesticides or livestock waste containment systems?

• Are there any additional security steps that could be taken? Would some additional fences or gates surrounding a confinement facility save time and effort to potentially keep livestock on your property in the event of a disaster?

• Are the feed supplies stored in a location that could be at risk due to lightning or flooding? What alternatives are available? Would you still have access to those supplies in a situation such as flooding?

Of course no one thinks that a disaster will strike their operation, and usually they are right. But we also know that weather related disasters will strike someone, somewhere every year. Some planning ahead now could help lessen the impact if it happens to be your operation.

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ergotism in livestock.

Mostrom recommends that ergot body concentrations be less than 0.1 percent in the grain portion of the animals’ diet to reduce the risk of ergotism.

Ergot also can develop on the seed heads of mature grasses, including brome, timothy, quack grasses and blue grasses, so livestock producers should look for the fungus in grass hay that was baled after the grass developed seeds, Redden says.

Ergotism is a concern this year because last year’s damp spring weather favored delayed germination and growth of ergot.

Feeding grain to ewes one month prior to lambing is a very common practice in the sheep industry, Redden says. The effects of ergot are most detrimental to younger ewes because they typically are fed a higher amount of grain during late gestation to maintain optimal growth rates.

Sheep producers also often use grain screenings during this period of production.

Ergot commonly is found in higher concentrations in screenings than whole grain, so testing the grain before feeding it to ewes is essential.

Contact the University of Missouri Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab by mail at VMDL, University Missouri, P.O. Box 6023, Columbia, Mo., 65205 or by calling (800) 862-8635 for the cost 4”x16’ full round of the test and information and 16’ split on submitting grain or hay corral rails samples.

Although ergot is visible in livestock feeds, the alkaSTEEL FENCE POSTS loids in the ergot can vary.

1 This can explain why some 5 /2 ft. • 1.33# producers may not have seen any detrimental effects from Good supply feeding ergot-contaminated in stock feed in the past but severe effects have been reported this year, Redden says. In one Keep the case, tests found ergopeptine weather out. alkaloids at a rate 10 times higher than the level known INSULATE NOW! to cause ergotism.

Kraft Faced Insulation Clinical signs in sheep Unfaced Insulation are necrosis, or the death of Blow-In Insulation cells, at the tip of the tongue; 3 excess drooling or salivation; Rigid Insulation In /4”-3” diarrhea, reduction in feed Free use of machine intake; lameness (necrosis with purchase of above the hoof wall); and Blow-In insulation. decreased lambing rates and milk production, Mostrom says.

The keys to treating ergotism successfully are recogPower Tools On Hand nizing the clinical signs early and keeping livestock away from ergot-contaminated grains, hay, processed feeds or pastures.

“Ergot is not a new problem in North Dakota grains,” Mostrom says. “The ergot sclerotia mature at the same 29 gauge classic rib, rate as plant seeds and can fall to the ground to overwin36” coverage ter and possibly germinate the following year. No-till Galvanized or colored farming practices, shallow seeding and failure to rotate crops favor ergot development in plants.”

1x6 - 6-ft. - $144 1x10 - 6-ft.-$293 Sheep producers should have grain tested for ergot before feeding it to their animals.

“Multiple sheep producers in North Dakota have experienced losses associated with feeding grains contaminated with ergot this year,” North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension Service sheep specialist Reid Redden says. “Feeding ergot-contaminated grains during late gestation reportedly has been causing premature births, severe dystocia associated with a failure to dilate, and low milk production.”

Ergot is a fungus that forms in plant seed heads, replacing the ovarian tissue of infected plants, according to Michelle Mostrom, NDSU veterinary toxicologist. The ergot body, or sclerotium, can develop in the seed ovary of cereal grains such as rye, triticale, wheat, barley and oats. The purplish-black, hard ergot sclerotia contain toxic alkaloids that are responsible for ergotism in animals.

Ergotism is a sporadic disease that can affect sheep and other animals. Ruminants such as sheep that consume rations with 0.3 to 1 percent or more sclerotia can develop gangrenous ergotism. Researchers estimate that ergot alkaloid concentrations as small as 0.2 to 0.8 milligram per kilogram, or part per million, in the total ration can produce

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2003 Cat TH360B telescopic forklift, 7000 lbs. to 42-ft., cab & heat, outriggers, hydraulic QC attachment, 2400 hours, very very nice!................................................................$45,500 Read SENATOR mobile screening plant, hydraulic grizzly, three product conveyors, double deck screen. Really nice and handy screening plant!..................................................$65,000

2008 Bobcat S250 skidsteer, cab, air conditioning, auxiliary hydraulics. Only 611 hours!!! Really, really nice machine........... . ................................................................................$31,450 2007 Gehl 4640E skidsteer loader, 1800 lb capacity, hand controls. Like new machine, only 250 hours!!!...............$20,500

2006 JLG G6-42A telescopic forklift, 6000 lbs. to 42-ft., all-wheel drive and steer, 1700 hours. Nice machine............$35,500

2008 Bomag BW124DH-3 roller, smooth drum, new tires. Only 1000 hours!.............................................................$33,000

2006 Bobcat T300 skidsteer, high flow, cab, air conditioning, good tracks, hydraulic quick-couple, hand controls, 2700 hours. Great machine in great condition.................$32,350 1994 Ingersoll-Rand VR70B telehandler, 4x4x4, good tires. Nice clean machine.........................................................$19,900

2006 Terex 55-19 telescopic forklift, 5500 lb capacity, 19-ft. reach, 1000 hours. Perfect tight jobsite machine, very clean unit.........................................................................$26,500 2005 Bomag BW145 smooth drum roller, 66” drum, 1000 hours.

Excellent condition..................................................$33,000 2001 Ingersoll-Rand DD14 tandem roller, water system. Only 650 hours!...............................................................$10,850

2007 Gradall 534D9-45 forklift, 9000 lb capacity, 45-ft. reach, only 1700 hours. Very nice machine........................$39,950

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1995 Case 580L backhoe loader, 4WD, extend-a-hoe, cab, heat, air conditioning, only 4500 hours............................$31,500

Cat integrated tool carrier telescopic jib. Call for details$2900 Skidsteer hydraulic sweeper, broom.............................. $4500 Skidsteer 3 prong hay fork............................................... $535 Skidsteer HD brush grapple.......................................... $2500 Skidsteer forks attachment.............................................. $750 (2) Telehandler framing jibs, 12-ft. and 10-ft. Per unit..... $2750 Sweepster 10-ft. broom for Cat backhoes and wheel loaders.... ................................................................................. $9500 Champ C44-60 rough terrain forklift, 4WD, diesel. Good clean machine!.................................................................... $9900

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TRACTORS & ATTACHMENTS

2007 Kioti CK25 4WD, hydrostatic drive, KL130 loader......................$12,500 Allis-Chalmers D15 Series II with loader.....................................$4950 Oliver Super 55 with complete engine rebuild....................................$3850 Oliver 1755, 77 & 1855.....FOR PARTS John Deere 70, gas, Farmhand F10 loader, grapple.......................$4500

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Bush Hog 3 point, 12-ft. chisel plow..... . .............................................$1650

NEW TARTER 3-pt. equipment 6-ft. HD landscape rake.................$700 7-ft. HD landscape rake.................$735 8-ft. HD landscape rake.................$780 7-ft. grader blade............................$385 7-ft. HD grader blade.....................$870 8-ft. HD grader blade.....................$915 6-ft. MD disc...................................$915 4-ft. rotary cutter............................$935 5-ft. rotary cutter..........................$1015 6-ft. rotary cutter..........................$1200 QA super spear.............................$435 Middle Buster potato plow............$165

Oliver 60 2WD tractor.

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2005 Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4...$2000 Gorman 4” irrigation pump, 540 PTO drive.........................................$400 White Cab to fit Oliver 55 Series tractor............................ MAKE OFFER 2 horse bumper pull trailer.............$750 1 set of 13.6x38 tire chains, excellent condition..................................$250

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United 784 HD 7-ft. box scraper....$942 United 672 HD 6-ft. box scraper....$825 United 566 HD 51/2-ft. box scraper..$875 United 560 HD 5-ft. box scraper....$850 Hesston 30A Stakmover/feeder. Great for big square bales..MAKE OFFER Hesston 30A stacker.... MAKE OFFER Bucket mount bale spear...............$400

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Beef cow nutrition during calving and early lactation

By Ken Olson, South Dakota State University Calving season has started for most producers and will be starting for others in the near future. Nutritional management of the cow herd is more important during the periods of late pregnancy and early lactation than any other. It has a huge impact on the performance of both the cow and the newborn calf.

Nutrition for the cow is important during this period because of its effect on subsequent reproductive performance.

Nutritional status of the cow at the time that she calves and from calving until initiation of the breeding season will determine if and when she returns to estrus (cycles) and her level of fertility. Thus, it drives if and when cows become pregnant. To make the situation more complex to manage, the cow’s nutrient requirements increase throughout these periods. During late pregnancy, the fetus grows exponentially in the cow’s uterus, causing a directly proportional increase in nutrient requirements. Seventy percent of the fetus’ growth occurs in the last 3 months of pregnancy. As this occurs, the growing fetus is filling an ever-increasing portion of the cow’s body cavity, thus displacing rumen capacity. This often requires the need to provide higher quality feed in late pregnancy to overcome lost capacity for forage intake.

After the calf is born, nutrient requirements rise dramatically to meet the demand of milk production. The amount of increase is directly proportional to the genetic potential to produce milk, so the breed and bloodlines of the cow will influence her requirements for nutrients to produce milk. All of these changing variables make it challenging to manage the nutrient intake to match the nutrient demand. A few tools are available to help with this process. The first tool is to test feeds to know the nutrient content that the cows are receiving.

This is relatively straight forward with harvested feeds where representative samples can be collected and sent to a feed testing lab. Once nutrient levels are known, ration balancing programs can be used to balance diets to meet nutrient requirements. Extension livestock specialists can assist with ration balancing. The second tool is to use body-condition scoring (BCS) to evaluate the nutritional status of the cow.

The most common BCS system is to numerically score the cows from one (thinnest) to nine (fattest), with a moderate score of 5 being the most desirable at calving. Based on a great deal of research, cows with a BCS of 5 will have a high likelihood of returning to estrus by initiation of calving.

Managing BCS from calving until initiation of breeding at calving can also be accomplished. Research suggests that feeding management should be adjusted so that cows that are not at a BCS of 5 at calving move toward a BCS of 5 by initiation of breeding. In other words, thin cows should gain BCS and fat cows should lose BCS. Again, research suggests that movement in nutritional status (BCS) toward a moderate level (BCS=5) will increase fertility so that more cows become pregnant.

Nutrition of the cow during late gestation and early lactation is also very important to calf performance. Adequate nutrition to the pregnant cow will improve the nutritional status of the growing fetus inside the cow. This will lead to a strong calf that will have good vigor so that it stands quickly and suckles colostrum soon after birth. All of this is important to the early development of the immune system in the calf and will influence its health and performance throughout its life. It has been wrongly suggested that under-nourishment of the cow will reduce the birth weight of the calf to decrease calving difficulty. This practice actually backfires, in that undernourished cows are weak and cannot labor as vigorously, and undernourished newborn calves are weak, slow to rise, slow to suckle colostrum and as a result, will suffer increased sickness and death. Cow nutrition after calving will also affect amount and quality of milk produced; further influencing calf health and performance.

Although feedstuffs are expensive this spring, money invested in improving cow nutritional status now will pay for itself in terms of improved cow pregnancy rates this coming fall and overall calf performance. ##### When Amber’s mother took her to visit family graves on Memorial Day, Amber was keenly interested in inscriptions on tombstones, as well as the names and dates. Her mom explained that the dates indicate the day of birth and death.

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2010 Ford F250 King Ranch, crew cab, 4x4, 6.4L diesel.

2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie 4x4, 4.7L V8, automatic.

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2009 Dodge Ram 2500 SLT 4x4, 5.7L Hemi, automatic, 28,250 miles.

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2007 Dodge Ram 3500 MEGA CAB!!!

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2008 Ford F350 Lariat crew cab, 6.4L diesel, automatic.

2001 Ford F150 XLT crew cab, 5.4L V8, automatic, 70,500 miles. Local trade.

1965 Dodge D200 power wagon 4x4, 318 V8, 4 speed manual, STRAIGHT TRUCK! 2005 Mazda B4000 4x4, 4.0L V6, automatic.

2011 Ford Focus SES, 2.0L 4 cylinder, automatic, 33,000 miles.

2006 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 5.4L V8, 4 speed automatic.

2011 Lincoln MKS sedan, 6 speed automatic, heated and cooled leather, 17,678 miles.

2011 Ford Fusion SE, 3.0L V6, 6 speed automatic.

1999 Sundowner 5th wheel 3 horse slant with living quarters.

2000 Chrylser 300M, 3.5L V6, automatic.

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USED DRILLS & ACCESSORIES

New Equipment In Stock

2010 John Deere 1890 disc air drill with 1910 cart.

Tag #8969.............................................. $145,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. air drill with 4350 tow behind cart, 12” spacing, variable rate, primary blockage.

Tag #9601.............................................. $100,000 2001 Flexi-Coil 5000 51-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, no cart. Tag #9821........................................ $35,000

John Deere 7230 tractor Powr Quad transmission, 740 loader/grapple.

CONSIGNED EQUIPMENT

2000 Flexi-Coil 5000 51-ft. air drill, 9” spacing, with 3450 tow between cart. Tag #1469.......... $75,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. air drill with 3450 cart, 10” spacing, variable rate, 550 trips. Tag #9494.... $75,000 Concord 5612 56-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, Concord 3000 tow behind cart. Tag #8902............. $27,000 Concord ATD 4812 48-ft. air drill with 12” spacing, 3000 air cart. Tag #1498.......................... $45,500

CT-TWEgen remote control propane generator........ .................................................................... $4500 CT-Vermeer BP8000 round bale processor with big tires.................................................................Call CB-New Holland 358 grinder mixer, 1000 RPM PTO, good shape. Tag #4568............................... $9000 CT-Degelman 9-ft. front blade for 2WD tractor...$2500 CT-Farmhand 258 loader with grapple and JD mounts......................................................... $6500 CT-1996 New Holland 8670 MFWD, 145 PTO hp, loader, grapple, powershift transmission, 4 remotes, dual PTO. Tag #9064................................ $37,000 CB-1979 John Deere 310A tractor/loader/backhoe, cab, 24” bucket, 7750 hours. Tag #4569... $13,500 CT-John Deere 4640 2WD tractor, powershift, duals, Farmhand loader...................................... $29,000 CN-John Deere 3010 2WD tractor, 1 remote, FarmMorris Maxim 50-ft. double shoot air drill, steel press hand loader and grapple, 55 PTO hp. Tag #8967.. wheels, 7300 tow behind cart. Tag #1635.....$35,000 ..................................................................... $6500 John Deere 9450 drills, 40-ft. 12” spacing, rubber press, CT-Case 1490 2W 80-hp tractor with Leon 690 loader AcraPlant, JD transport. Tag #1605...........$17,000 and grapple...........................................Coming in John Deere 9450 box grain drills, 4-10-ft. sections, CT-Ford 3000 tractor with Select-O-Speed transmis12” spacing, transport. Tag #9643............... $9400 sion, 1459 hours..................................Make Offer 1993 John Deere 9400 40-ft. 10” spacing drills........ CN-International 150 30-ft. 10” spacing box drills. .............................................................Coming In Tag #9456.................................................... $1700 1989 John Deere 9400 40-ft. 10” spacing drills, fer- CN-International 7100 20-ft. 10” spacing box drills tilizers, steel packers, 2” openers, JD transport, with transport. Tag #9457............................. $3000 excellent. Tag #8950................................ $20,000 CN-Flexi-Coil 5000 59-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, 385 1989 John Deere 9400 40-ft. 10” spacing hoe drills, bushel 3850 cart, capped packers. Tag #1445...... fertilizers, steel packers, 2” openers, transport. Tag .................................................................. $72,000 #8951....................................................... $20,000 CN-2010 Summers pickup sprayer, 70-ft. booms, 500 gallon tank, 3500 acres........................Make Offer CN-2009 Hagie STS12 self propelled sprayer, 100-ft. booms, 1200 gallon tank, auto boom height, rate controller, AutoSteer, new tires. Tag #9788............ ................................................................ $200,000 CB-1975 Ag Chem Big A 2500 self propelled sprayer, Jack Hadcock 271-7839 or 899-5657 1200 gallon stainless tank, 60-ft. boom with windBurke McCormick 873-2813, 450-3606 screens, Raven 440 rate controller, 3-way nozzle Dan Lannen 590-4488 bodies, 3208 Cat (rebuilt 200 hours ago), Allison Jake Han 450-3605 automatic transmission. Tag #4709.......... $15,000 Joe Flesch 239-2660 CN-Flexi-Coil 55 wheel boom sprayer, 70-ft. 650 Jim Orr 289-0744 gallon, windscreens..................................... $5625 Pat Wheeler 450-1704 CT-John Deere 4890 swather, 16-ft. auger header..

Barry MacGillivray 590-4703 ................................................................. $44,000 Jamie Sayton 570-3929 CN-1100 GPM Cummins pumping unit with 25 KBA Ron Lipke 899-4993 generator, 150-ft. of head................................Call Neil McCormick 470-2927 CN-50 hp electric pump.......................................Call

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2008 John Deere 4995 self-propelled windrower, 16-ft. 995 hay header, bar tires, lighting kit. Tag #8722........................................................ $86,000 John Deere 956 MoCo, 14-ft. center pivot. Tag #1474........................................................ $20,000 2003 John Deere 956 141/2-ft. MoCo, Impeller conditioner, 1000 PTO. Tag #1584................. $19,500

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John Deere 7130 tractor MFWD, 3-point, PTO, 3 remotes, PowrQuad.

John Deere 7330 tractor with Auto Quad transmission, 3-point, PTO, 3 remotes, loader/grapple.

John Deere 568 round baler, net wrap.

John Deere 1830 60-ft. air drill with 10” spacing, tow between or tow behind 430-bushel carts.

H&S wheel rakes.

Wheatheart post pounders.

Rem 2700 grain vac.

Brandt 5200E 7500 hp grain vacs.

Brandt drive-over grain belts.

Degelman 6000 rock picker.

Fast pull-type sprayers.

New Brandt 7500 & 5200 EX grain vacs in stock

CN-6”, 8” mainline...............................................Call Large assortment of handline............................Call CT-A&M 1/4-mile wheeline with new motor...... $4600 CN-Wade Rain center drive wheel lines......... $4250 CN-Used Thunderbird wheel lines....................Call CN-(2) 1400 lb. cast wheel weights for John Deere 30 series............................................................. $1400 CB-Valmar 240 skid mount granular applicator...$2500 CN-1984 John Deere 8820 combine with 30-ft. 930 header.................................................. Make offer CN-2006 Case IH 2388 combine with 36-ft. draper, pickup reel.............................................. $173,250 CN-2009 John Deere 635D 35-ft. draper head with pickup reel, transport. Tag #1413.............. $63,700 CN-E-Z Trail 700 bushel grain cart with scale, tarp, 1000 PTO. Tag #9150.............................. $10,500 CN-2011 Frontier 54” snowblower, 3-point, 540 PTO, hydraulic chute. Tag #9152......................... $2750

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Hesston BP25 bale processor, 1000 PTO. Tag #8867.......................................................... $4700 DewEze trailer mount super slicer hydraulic drive. Tag #9301.......................................................... $3500 2003 John Deere Starfire ITC receiver. Tag #825... .................................................................... $1500 Straw spreader for JD 9660 STS combine...... $2000 MC 675 continuous grain dryer. Tag #9071..... $6000 Flexi-Coil 5000 air drill parts including full set of packers for 57-ft. drill, hubs, axles, bushings, wiring harness. Tag #1339.

2004 John Deere HPX Gator, low hours. Tag #8909.......................................................... $7500 2005 John Deere LT160 riding mower with 42” deck, hydrostatic drive, 16-hp. Tag #1109............ $1750 2004 John Deere LX280 riding mower with 42” deck, bagger. Tag #163........................................ $3800 2004 John Deere SST15 mower. Tag #1539.. $1000 1990 Terry 29-ft. bumper pull travel trailer, oak interior............................................................... $7500 Donahue 45-ft. trailer. Tag #1411.................... $3000 New Kory 8278 12-ton farm wagon, 12.5x16L 14 ply tires. Tag #5201........................................... $3975 3-Ghenn 1/4-mile wheel lines. Each................. $4600 Two used wheel lines for sale. (1-Thunderbird) 2-Used wheel lines, 1/4-mile each. Each.......... $4500 6” and 8” mainline with risers..............................Call Kirshner pivot track closer. Tag #9368........... $3200 Parker #88C-082 220-volt hydraulic hose machine with Weatherhead T400 crimper. Includes complete die set. Like New $5950. Only..................... $2850 Degelman 14-1 14-ft. blade............................ $9400 2009 Arctic Cat Prowler XT650 with rebuilt engine.

Tag #9522................................................... $7000

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USED TRACTORS 1993 John Deere 8970 4WD tractor, 24 speed, differential lock front and rear, 20.8x42 duals @ 30%, 400 hp Cummins 855, 4 remotes, 10,301 hours.

Tag #8614................................................ $55,000 1995 John Deere 8970 4WD, 24x6 transmission, 710/70R38 radial duals @ 50%, 4 remotes, 1000 PTO, 400 hp Cummins 855, recent work, 10,079 hours. Tag #8615..................................... $60,000 1995 John Deere 8870 4WD tractor, 24/6 manual transmission, 1000 PTO, 3 remotes. Tag #8608... ................................................................. $70,000

2010 Case IH Farmall 55 MFD, 55 hp, L360 loader, 12-speed shuttle, 3-point, PTO, cab, air, heater, 18.4x24 rear industrial tread tires at 95%, midmount valve, 797 hours. Tag #845........... $34,000

2007 John Deere 8330 MFWD, cab, IVT transmission, excellent condition. Tag #9359...... $159,000 1995 John Deere 7400 MFWD, JD 740 loader, new front tires. Tag #9305............................... $45,000 1994 John Deere 7400 MFWD, 3-point, dual PTO, loader, bucket, grapple. Tag #9163.......... $46,500 2011 John Deere 6100D MFWD, cab, loader, low hours. Tag #9004..................................... $59,500

1992 John Deere 2955 MFWD, 3-point, PTO, new engine, cab, air, 740 loader, grapple, dual hydraulics,4325 hours. Tag #9549...................... $38,000

1983 John Deere 8650 Tag #9434..........Coming in 1989 John Deere 8560 4WD tractor, 235 hp, 18.4x38 duals @ 30%, 24 speed, 4 remotes, 14,476 hours.

Tag #8938................................................. $30,000 1991 John Deere 8560 4WD tractor, 24 speed, 4 remotes, 18.4x38 duals, 16,101 hours with 750 hours on engine overhaul. Tag #8760....... $30,000 1999 New Holland TV140 4WD tractor. Tag #9600.. ..............................................................Coming in 2009 Case Magnum 245 MFWD, cab, powershift transmission, quick hitch, 3-point, dual PTO, 4 USED BALERS remotes, weight package. Tag #9432.... $145,000 0% Financing for 3 years - oac 2006 Case IH JX80 MFD, no cab, no loader, 3-point, 2 remotes. Tag #9280.............................. $23,500 2006 John Deere 338 square baler, PTO drive, side Ford TW25 MFWD tractor with cab, 140 PTO hp, drop chute, gauge wheels. Tag #1565..... $13,800 540/1000 PTO, 3-point, 3 remotes, 16F/4R dual 2007 John Deere 568 round baler. Tag #9831......... power partial powershift tranmission, Leon loader ................................................................. $29,000 with grapple. Tag #9115........................... $19,500 Hesston 130-90 MFWD tractor with cab, 107 PTO hp, 540/1000 PTO, 3-point, 3 remotes, no loader, 16F/R partial power shift transmission. Tag #9114....................................................... $16,000 1980 Massey-Ferguson 220-4 MFWD, loader, diesel, 26 PTO hp, 3-point, 540 PTO. Tag #9469... $7000 1975 Massey-Ferguson 285 2WD open station tractor, 3-point, 540 PTO, 2 remotes, Ezee-On loader.

Tag #1625................................................... $6000

Several New & Used Post Pounders Available 2002 John Deere 567 round baler, surface wrap, MegaWide, big tire kit, newer belts. Tag #9740.... ................................................................. $23,000 New Holland BR780 round baler. Tag #1642...$18,500 New Holland 1425 self-propelled small square baler, Ford engine, cab with air, new tires. Tag #1623.... ..................................................................$11,000 1999 Case IH 8465 round baler. Tag #9781......$10,500 1997 New Holland 664 round baler. Tag #9787....... .................................................................... $7000 1992 New Holland 660 round baler. Tag #9786....... .................................................................... $6000

HEADERS

2-2011 Case IH WD1203 16-ft. auger header, 350 hours...........................................................Just in

USED GRAIN VACS & AUGERS

Walinga 714 Deluxe grain vac.................Coming in 2003 Brandt 13” x 70-ft. swing hopper auger. Tag #1614....................................................... $14,500 Brandt 10” x 70-ft. swing hopper auger with Hopper Walker mover.............................................Just in Mayrath 10” x 60-ft. auger. Tag #1595............ $6500 1995 Brandt 7” x 35-ft. auger, engine drive. Tag #1409.......................................................... $4000 Wheatheart transfer auger. Tag #9366........... $2200

1989 John Deere 4955 2WD tractor, 1000 PTO, 20.8x38 duals, 200 PTO hp, 10,125 hours. Tag #857......................................................... $29,500 1980 John Deere 4240 2WD tractor with 3-point, 540 PTO, cab. Tag #1628............................... $22,000

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2008 John Deere 4930 self-propelled sprayer. Tag #9009...................................................Coming in 2007 RoGator SS1074 self-propelled sprayer, 100-ft. booms, 1000 gallon tank, Raven Viper Pro controls, foam marker. Tag #9745........................ $155,000 2002 Flexi-Coil 67XL wheel boom sprayer, 1000 gallon tank, Raven controls. Tag #9466... $12,000 Overseer Jet Stream 72-ft. pull-type, walking tandems, foam marker, new boom and various parts.

Tag #1429................................................... $9900 Bourgault 950 120-ft. sprayer, 1000 gallon tank, dual nozzles, Auto Rate, wind screens, foam marker, air bag suspension. Tag #9311........................ $7500 Flexi-Coil 62 80-ft. wheel boom sprayer. Tag #9644. 2004 Case IH 8010 combine with draper header, pick.................................................................... $2000 up reel. Call for more info. Tag #8973.....$199,000

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2006 Chevrolet Duramax, 3 /4-ton, 6 speed manual transmission, 4x4, extended cab. Nice. One owner truck.

Sainfoin: A potential forage legume in the West

By Anowar Islam, an assistant professor and the University of Wyoming Extension forage specialist in the Department of Plant Sciences in the College of Agriculture Phone 406-799-6923 and Natural Resources and Mike Killen, the farm manager at the Powell Research and Extension Center management strategies of sainfoin under Sainfoin (Onobrychis viciifolia Scop.) is Wyoming conditions. an introduced perennial forage legume that DELTAVATOR & FUEL TANK FOR SALE Shoshone, Delaney, Eski, Remont, and can be a good alternative to alfalfa.

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It has excellent drought gas, excellent shape...............................$1500 foin with alfalfa, a check variety, Ranger tolerance, very good cold hardiness but low Call Harvey Reynolds 406-660-5066 alfalfa, was also included. In the establishtolerance to poor drainage and high acidic ment year (2007), the sainfoin varieties soils (low pH). Sainfoin is comparable to alfalfa for quality and animal performance; produced about 1 ton of dry matter (DM) per however, hay yield may be slightly lower acre from one harvest, which was about 0.5 than alfalfa depending upon the location. ton lower than Ranger alfalfa. However, in Sainfoin is highly palatable and nutrithe following years, all varieties of sainfoin tious and is preferred over alfalfa by cattle, produced similar or even higher DM yields sheep, deer, and other wildlife. Sainfoin than alfalfa from two cuts ranging from 5-7 does not cause bloat problems in cattle and tons per acre. has limited insect pests. A relatively new Shoshone yielded the most with up to 7 variety, Shoshone, is resistant to alfalfa stem tons per acre. Forage quality of sainfoin was nematode. Sainfoin is non-invasive and an also similar to alfalfa (e.g., crude protein 17excellent candidate for honey production.

19 percent; acid detergent fiber 32-35 perInitiate Test Plots cent; neutral detergent fiber 42-45 percent; Do we have enough evidence in Wyoming total digestible nutrients 61-65 percent; and or in the West to support the above? Departrelative feed value 130-144 percent). ment of Plant Sciences and the Agricultural Similar results were observed at Lingle Experiment Station of the University of and Laramie trials. At Laramie, Shoshone Wyoming have initiated sainfoin studies at even out-yielded Ranger alfalfa by about 1 the Powell Research and Extension Center ton per acre.

(PREC) in Powell, James C. Hageman SusAlthough sainfoin seems to perform well tainable Agriculture Research and Extension in low phosphorus soils, anecdotal evidence Center (SAREC) near Lingle, and the Larasuggests sainfoin may positively respond to mie Research and Extension Center (LREC) phosphorus amendments. in Laramie to determine establishment and Urge Caution Regional interest in sainfoin has increased dramatically in recent years. Before plowing alfalfa fields and M-K Hoppers switching to sainfoin, take All Sizes the following into account.

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How does the cost of AI compare to natural service?

By South Dakota State University Extension Artificial insemination (AI) has been a tool available to beef producers for decades. AI offers a way to access proven genetics that otherwise would be unavailable or unaffordable for the average commercial producer. While the genetic advantages to using AI in beef cattle are well known, the rate of use across the country remains very low. According to recent USDA data about 5% of cows and 16% of heifers in the US beef herd are bred artificially.

A long-held perception that has helped keep that adoption rate low has been that AI is too expensive and difficult compared to using natural service. For a lot of operations that perception was probably correct. The labor required to heat detect a set of cows or heifers made an AI program impractical for many operations. In the minds of most producers the simplicity and lower expenses of turning out herd sires out-weighed the advantages of using proven, higher performing genetics through AI. Sometimes we need to re-evaluate our assumptions as conditions change. One of those changes has been estrous synchronization protocols that make fixed time AI feasible.

Fixed time AI eliminates the need for heat detection while still resulting in 50 to 60% conception rates.

Depending on the cost of the semen ordered and the exact protocol used, total costs to AI a cow or heifer including all supplies and labor would run about $45 to $50 per head. That would result in a cost per pregnancy of about $90 to $100 if the conception rate was 50% or as low as $75 to $83 if we could get 60% to conceive.

Another change that we’re seeing in the industry today is that bulls are worth considerably more money than in previous years. It’s not uncommon to see commercial cattlemen investing $6000 or more for a yearling bull. At those prices, what does that bull cost per calf? The table below tells us the bull cost per calf depending on bull prices and longevity.

The table assumes that it costs us $700 per year to maintain a bull, each bull sires 25 calves per year, and that he has a salvage value of $1800 when he’s culled.

One thing that sticks out in that table is the importance of bull longevity. The cost per calf for a bull that only gets used for a couple years is dramatically higher than a bull that we can spread the purchase price out over many more calves.

The same is true for herds that can utilize a bull for both a spring and a fall herd. The table assumes only one season per year, a second breeding season lets us reduce that cost by getting twice the use out of the bull.

The second point is that using high accuracy sires through AI is not dramatically more expensive than purchasing unproven yearling bulls, in some cases less expensive per calf born. We also haven’t made any assumption about potential changes in calf survival because of using proven calving ease genetics, or to any potential productivity and performance advantages in the calves or replacement females.

Another consideration is the ability to rapidly introduce new genetics in a herd with AI. There’s an incentive to keep bulls as long as possible when using natural service to spread those costs out over as many calves as possible.

In some cases that means continuing to use bull that lags behind from a genetics standpoint. With AI a rancher can take advantage of the latest proven genetics at essentially the same costs every year.

Annual Connecting Young Nebraskans Summit in North Platte October 25-26

The third annual Connecting Young Nebraskans (CYN) Summit is scheduled for October 25-26 in North Platte.

The summit will be at the Sandhills Convention Center. North Platte was selected by the CYN steering committee from five communities that submitted proposals.

Connecting Young Nebraskans is a statewide network designed to connect, empower and retain young Nebraskans.

CYN strives to enhance opportunities for individuals to impact their communities through networking and learning experiences.

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2009 John Deere 4830 100-ft., 1000 gallon tank, 420x48, 1175 hours, #838.. $205,000 2007 New Holland SF216 134-ft. pull-type 2011 John Deere 7230 MFWD, IVT, 480x42, sprayer, 1600 gallon, 380x46, Raven con420x28, 741 loader/grapple, 135/110 hp, troller, John Deere swath control, DBL 1200 hours, #556........................ $116,000 nozzles, 6 section. .........................$38,000 2008 John Deere 7430 MFWD, IVT, 480x42,

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2008 Renn 1214 bag unloader, 10 or 12-ft. bags..............................................$32,000

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2001 Kenworth W900L Cummins Signature 600, 600 hp, 18 speed, 46,000 lb. rears, 2 speed rearend, wet kit, headache rack, 86” studio, overhaul with paperwork...... $49,500

1983 & 1984 Kenworth W900 Cat, 13 speed, lift axles, 36” flat top sleepers, pintle hitches........................ Just Traded

2001 Mack dumptruck, 10 speed, engine brake, 18-ft. dump box, lift axle, hi-lift gate......................................... $37,500

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2006 Western Star 4900FA 450 hp, 10 speed, engine brake, 48” flat top sleeper............................................. $39,500 2005 Freightliner Columbia Detroit, 470 hp,10 speed Ultrashift, air ride, right length for a box................................ $37,500

2006 Freightliner Columbia MBE4000, 450 hp, 13 speed, overhaul with paperwork, premier interior................................ $32,500 2006 Freightliner Columbia 515 hp, 10 speed Autoshift, engine brake, mid roof XT sleeper......................... $35,000

1993 Mack CH600 400 hp, Eaton 13 speed, air suspension, 20-ft. box, pintle hitch....................................... $25,000

1995 Freightliner FL80 extended cab, Cummins, 300 hp, 10 speed, 22.5, only 162,000 miles.......................... $16,500

2000 International 8200 Cummins, 330 hp, 9 speed, spring suspension, A/C.................................................. $22,500

2000 International 8100 ISM Cummins, 10 speed, air suspension, low miles.......................................... $22,500

2007 Freightliner Columbia 450 hp, engine brake, 10 speed, 4 way locker, lift axle, great work truck.................. $45,000

2-2006 Freightliner Columbia day cabs, C13 Cat, 410 hp, engine brake, 10 speed, air suspension, miles range from 450,009 and 417,256............... $40,900 to $41,900

6-2006 Freightliner Century C15 Cat, 475 hp, engine brake, 13 speed, air suspension, pick your color........ $34,500

4-2007 Kenworth T800 Cat, 470 hp, 18 speed, engine brake, VIT interior, power window, locks and mirrors, 4 matching trucks............................$49,500

1999 Freightliner Classic Series 60 Detroit, 500 hp, 18 speed, air suspension, 46,000 lb. rears............................... $32,500

1996 Western Star Series 60 Detroit, 500 hp, 13 speed, engine brake, 66” sleeper...................................... $23,500

Not Actual Photo 4-2007 Freightliner Columbia MBE4000, 450 hp, 10 speed Ultrashift, engine brake, 70” midroof sleeper.............. $37,500

1996 Kenworth T600 Cummins N14, 10 speed, air suspension, engine brake............................. Coming In

1997 Kenworth T800 Detroit, 470 hp, 13 speed, air suspension... $25,500

2004 Freightliner Columbia Series 60 Detroit, 430 hp, 10 speed Autoshift, engine brake.................................... $37,500

2006 Freightliner Columbia 450 hp, 10 speed Autoshift, engine brake, air suspension, 70” midroof sleeper..... $35,000 With lift axle and fenders................. $43,000

2004 GMC C7500 Cat, automatic, 24-ft. van body, A/C, roll up door, under CDL....................................... $19,500

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2005 Timpte 48-ft.x96”x72”, spring ride, double gate hoppers, new virgin tires.................................................. $31,500

1996 Wilson 48-ft.x96”x72” hopper bottom trailer, spring suspension, ShurLok roll tarp........................................ Call

1998 Western 4 axle hopper pup, 29-ft.x102”x76”, air ride dolly, spring ride trailer, pintle hitch....................................... $29,700

1998 Western hopper pup, 25-ft.x102”x76”, spring suspension, aluminum wheels............................. $18,700

1976 Midway hopper pup, aluminum, 21-ft.x96”, spring ride, Budd wheels, roll tarp, 11-ft. hitch.............................................$9500

2007 Cat 242B-2 skid steer, turbo diesel, 68” bucket, auxilary hydraulics, 860 hours........................................ $27,500

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2000 Gehl Dynalift DL-8H telehandler, 4x4, 12,000 lb. capacity, enclosed cab, diesel engine................................... $27,500

2012 Jet hopper pup, 22-ft.x96”x68”, ag hopper, ball bearing turn table, 18-ft. hitch, spring ride..................................................Call

1995 Fruehauf 38-ft. end dump pups, tri axle, spring suspension, 14-ft. aluminum box......................... $16,500

2012 Wilson 33-ft. pup, ag hoppers, air ride suspension, aluminum wheels, load gauge.......................................... Rental 1988 Gallaty 21-ft. belly dump, single axle, spring suspension, pintle hitch......$7500

2-2012 Dakota 43-ft. belly dumps, tri axle, air ride suspension, inside fenders, LED lights........................................ $52,800 2-2013 Dakota 43-ft. belly dumps, same as above with rear lift axle & black paint... Call

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2000 Manac dropdeck, 48-ft.x102”, spread axle, air suspension, winches........................................... $19,000

1998 Wilson cattle/hog/sheep, 3/4/2 decks, all decking included, 70% floors....................................... $32,500

3-1990 Fruehauf 45-ft.x96” flatbed trailers, air ride suspension, single or buy the stack.....................................................$8750

American 18-ft.gravel box, NEW, complete................................ $16,500 2005 Ranco anvil end dump, 34-ft., hi lift or swing gate, center point suspension, clean trailer...................................... $23,500

1999 Wabash 48-ft. flatbed, 3 axle, spring ride, wood deck, removable headboard............................................$9500

1991 International 8200 Cummins, 13 speed, engine brake, 4000 gallon tank.................................................. $27,500

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1999 GMC lube truck, Cat, automatic, hose reels, roll up doors..................................... $22,500

1977 Peterbilt cabover, Cummins 350, 13 speed, spring suspension................$3900

1993 International 4900 DT466, automatic, 14-ft. utility box, Hi-Ranger telescopic man lift............................................. $18,500

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Healthy Animals - Looking for ways to control leptospirosis It’s not often you hear much about leptospirosis, which is a rare and severe disease that affects humans and animals. One reason may be because symptoms can be mistaken for those of other diseases.

Leptospirosis is a contagious disease caused by Leptospira bacteria. It’s transmitted naturally from infected domestic animals and wildlife to humans through urine-contaminated water, food or soil. The disease can cause a severe infection in humans. Symptoms include headaches, fever, vomiting, diarrhea and chills.

Without treatment, people infected with the disease can suffer from kidney damage, meningitis, liver failure and respiratory distress.

“Leptospirosis occurs on a periodic basis in endemic areas like Brazil,” says Richard Zuerner, a retired microbiologist who worked at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) National Animal Disease Center (NADC) in Ames, Iowa. “Some of the people infected will experience pulmonary hemorrhage, which can lead to a very rapid and painful death.”

In livestock such as cattle, leptospirosis can cause abortions, stillbirths, lower fertility and reduced milk production, Zuerner says. It can also result in uveitis, a potential cause of blindness in horses.

Zuerner and his colleagues at NADC looked at the spread of leptospirosis in sea lions, tested vaccines for cattle, and examined the hamster as a model to better understand the disease.

Source for Sick Sea Lions The latest incident in 2011 of sick and dying sea lions washing ashore along the West Coast is the kind of driving force that keeps scientists searching for answers as to how Leptospira got into California sea lion populations. This has been a mystery since the disease was first discovered in these mammals in the 1970s.

Studying leptospirosis in sea lions could provide more information about the disease in wildlife and reduce the potential risk to public health. Infected mammals stranded along beaches pose a threat to people who come to their rescue, risking exposure to the disease.

Zuerner and David Alt, a veterinary medical officer in NADC’s Infectious Bacterial Diseases Research Unit, teamed with scientists at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, California, to identify the disease strain that causes infection in sea lions.

They looked at urine and kidney samples of infected mammals and determined that the responsible strain was L. interrogans serovar Pomona, which also affects cattle and other species.

California sea lions periodically undergo acute infection outbreaks, Zuerner says.

However, research indicates that they are becoming maintenance hosts.

“Maintenance hosts normally carry the bacteria and show few outward signs of infection,” Zuerner says, “whereas accidental hosts, like humans, often come down with a severe infection.”

Scientists have set up a surveillance network, with the help of marine and wildlife agencies, along the Pacific coast to locate marine mammals that have leptospirosis.

They have discovered that the spread of the diseases coincides with the northern seasonal migration of male marine mammals. The outbreaks first occurred in southern California, and by the end of the year, disease-infected sea lions were found in Washington and Canada.

A Vaccine for Cattle Scientists are constantly looking for effective vaccines that reduce the spread of leptospirosis in cattle. They recently evaluated a commercial vaccine for its ability to provide short- and long-term protection against experimental infection with L. borgpetersenii serovar Hardjo, the main cause of bovine leptospirosis.

In the study, cattle were vaccinated twice with the commercial vaccine, a standard vaccine, or a control vaccine. Animals were challenged with serovar Hardjo a year after the second vaccination. To test the vaccine’s ability to induce short-term immunity to infection, cattle were challenged three months after a second vaccination.

“The commercial vaccine induced greater immunologic responses than the standard vaccine and greater protection against shedding after challenge,” Alt says. “However, it did not provide complete protection from shedding.”

With the commercial vaccine, scientists were not able to detect any bacteria in either the urine or the kidney at the end of the short-term study. Cattle vaccinated and then challenged with the live bacteria cleared the bacterial infection of the kidney more efficiently, Zuerner says. Results of the year-long study indicated that only one animal had bacteria in the kidney.

Results showed that the immune system of vaccinated animals was exhibiting a recall response and naturally eliciting an appropriate reaction against the bacteria, he says.

Despite the success with the commercial vaccine, it’s not always easy to find the right vaccine. It all depends on the infecting serovar, Alt says. More than 200 serovars can cause leptospirosis, and it’s difficult to identify differences within the genus.

A Valid Model To determine the effects of leptospirosis and evaluate potential vaccines, scientists need a reliable model. In the past, the hamster, which is widely used, presented challenges in demonstrating lethal infection with Hardjo.

One reason is because in earlier studies it was unknown that serovar Hardjo occurred in two species—L. interrogans serovar Hardjo and L. borgpetersenii serovar Hardjo.

“There was no way to differentiate clearly or genetically which particular Hardjo was used to induce a lethal infection in hamsters,” Alt says.

Scientists used the hamster model to evaluate two closely related L. borgpetersenii serovar Hardjo strains. Hamsters were challenged with a strain that produced an acute, potentially lethal infection and another strain that produced a chronic infection.

Results of the chronic strain experiment revealed large numbers of bacteria in the kidney of hamsters. The infection closely mimicked the type of infection observed in cattle.

Scientists are now examining the use of the hamster model to learn more about leptospirosis and to identify the differences between infections induced by the lethal strain versus the chronic strain. A small animal model may also help in evaluating the effectiveness of future vaccines. ##### It is illegal for unmarried women to parachute in Florida on Sundays; violaters can be arrested.

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New Dump Trailers

New Travalong 14-ft. bumper pull dump trailers.................................. $8995 New Travalong 14-ft. gooseneck dump trailers.................................. $9995 New Diamond C 14-ft. bumper pull dump trailer.......................... $7995 New Diamond C 5x8 bumper pull dump trailer.................................... $4495

G ll – steel flatbeds

Gooseneck & Bumper Pull

Tuffloader Tilt Trailers

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New DCT 20-ft. x 8-ft. flatbed with slideout ramps and 5200# axles....................... $4495 New Circle D pickup flatbeds Circle D flatbeds, gooseneck hitch plate, lights, headache rack, rear skirt.

Black

7 x 7...................$1450 7 1/2 x 8 1/2. ........$1450 7 1/2 x 9..............$1520 8 x 9...................$1850 8 x 11.................$2150

New DCT & Diamond C car haulers

3500, 5200 & 7000# axles

16-ft. & 18-ft. IN STOCK

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DAKOTA Belly Dumps

(3) 43-ft. triple axle ~ In Stock USED BELLY DUMPS

1996 CPS 40-ft. tri-axle belly dump..........$27,500 1996 General 40-ft. tandem axle belly dump......... . ..........................................................$17,500 1996 Landoll 35-ft. triple axle belly dump............. . ..........................................................$19,900 1991 CPS 40-ft. tri-axle belly dump..........$19,900

NEW STOCK & HORSE TRAILERS

Gooseneck model: Bumper Pull model: 6-ft. stationary deck with 16-ft. tilt deck 4-ft. stationary deck with 16-ft. tilt deck Both models have 18” treadplate approach

2-New Circle D 24-ft. gooseneck stock trailer, full bull package. Ea..................... $9995 2-New Circle D 20-ft. gooseneck stock, full bull package. Each........................... $8995

4x7’ Heavy duty Trailer Mats.....Each $65

NEW SKID STEER TRAILERS

2-Circle D 20-ft. gooseneck skid steer trailers, 80” wide, 7000# torsion axles, fold-over ramps, tread plate fenders, treated wood floor, radial tires. Each......................$5895 2-New Circle D 18-ft. bumper pull, with 16” tires, 7000# axles, ramps. Each........$4695

NEW HEAVY DUTY FLATBED TRAILERS

New Haulmark Enclosed Trailers Excellent Selection On Hand

USED EQUIPMENT Travalong 20-ft. gooseneck stock trailer...................$4995

53-ft. van trailers.......................... . ................Starting at $6000

1996 CPS 40-ft. tri-axle belly dump.........................$27,500

Kiefer Built 20-ft. aluminum gooseneck stock trailer........... . ...................................$8995

PJ 27-ft. (22’ plus 5’) pintle hitch flatbed, 20,000# GVW..$6500 2004 International 9400 with ISX Cummins, 10-speed, excellent rubber, approximately 950,000 miles............$21,000

(2) 28-ft. construction office trailers. Each......................$4000

Western 48x102 aluminum/combo flatbed, tool boxes and aluminum wheels......$12,000

Load Trail utility trailer with sides............................$1600

1-New Circle D 31-ft. triple axle gooseneck with 7000# axles, 12” I-beam frame, folding beavertail, 2 jacks, 21,000 GVW........................................................................$9195 2-New Circle D 25-ft. (including 3 piece beavertail) 2-7000# axles, 16,000 GVW. Each...................................................................................................................$6595 1-New Circle D 27-ft. (including beavertail) tandem dually gooseneck.................$9195 1-New Circle D 29-ft. (including beavertail) tandem dually gooseneck..................$9495

NEW UTILITY FLATBED TRAILERS

18’x81” heavy duty car hauler, wrap tongue, 6” channel frame, brakes on two axles, 7000 lb. axles.................................................................................................... $3995 18’x81” deluxe car hauler, wrap tongue, set back jack, brakes on two axles, ramps, 5200 lb. axles............................................................................................................. $3695 18’x81” deluxe car hauler, wrap tongue, brakes, 3500 lb. axle............................. $2895 16’x81” deluxe car hauler, wrap tongue, set back jack, brakes, ramps, 3500 lb. axles... . ......................................................................................................................... $2695 12’x60” utility angle sides, 3500 lb. single axle, ramp gate................................... $1525 10’x60” utility angle sides, single axle, 3500 lb. axle, ramp gate........................... $1475 8’x60” utility angle sides, no tilt, 3500 lb. single axle............................................. $1340

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Available options include: for North Central MT hydraulically powered & the Hi-Line area supplement feeder & hydraulically powered post hole. Get the most out of your pickup with a Hydra-Bed™, the only true flatbed with high-speed bale handling. From the comfort and safety of your pickup cab, anyone can pick up, haul and unroll two bales with ease. Also available: Hydra-Bed™ 2200 Series. Fits existing flatbeds.

4x6 Utility trailer with wooden storage box....................$550

Ditch Witch trailer...............$900

Towmaster 25-ft. pintle hook trailer, electric brakes, 20,000 GVW............................$6995

TURNOVER BALL Big Tex 51-ft. tandem dually car hauler with electric winch and rails for hauling trailers.

20,000 GVW. Excellent, like new.......................... $10,000

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Climate change, biofuels mandate would cause corn price spikes

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The study finds that even if temperatures stay within the internationally recognized climate change target – a limit of 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit above pre-industrial levels The – global warming is still enough to make damaging heat waves much more common building over the U.S. Corn Belt.

YOU want, “Severe heat is the big hammer,” said the way YOU Noah Diffenbaugh, assistant professor of want it! earth sciences at Stanford University and a study co-author. “We find that even one or two degrees of global warming is likely to increase heat waves enough to cause much higher frequency of low-yield years, leading to greater volatility of corn prices.” f 3” g Manufactured and patented by LEE TRAPWORKS Predictions 4 Very user friendly 4 Highly visible, 18” by 3” Using Purdue’s Global Trade Analysis 4 Easy to set 4 Easy to empty Project model and ignoring potential adap4 Kills gopher quickly, no blood tations, the researchers predicted U.S. corn 4 Empty without touching carcass price volatility over the 2020-2040 period as 4 Trap and stake are one piece compared with the 1980-2000 period. This 4 Empty and reset in seconds increase would be further exacerbated by 4 One time investment biofuel mandates, which would result in a further 50 percent increase in price volatilWhen gophers strip your hay or grain fields to the point that they’re not worth harvesting, Lee ity, Hertel said.

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The findings show that severely hot conditions in corn-growing regions and extreme climate events that are expected to impact supply would cause swings in corn prices. When coupled with federal mandates for biofuel production, the price volatility could increase by about 50 percent over the period from 2020-2040 as compared to recent history.

“There could be quite a substantial increase in yield volatility, and that’s due to the increased frequency and intensity of the high temperatures throughout the Corn Belt,” said Thomas Hertel, a Purdue distinguished professor of agricultural economics. “Closer integration of the corn and energy markets through the ethanol industry could aid in buffering these shocks, but this would not occur in the presence of a mandate.”

Under current rules, the federal government requires an increasing amount of ethanol and other biofuels be produced each year and blended with gasoline. Currently 39 percent of the nation’s corn crop is used for ethanol, of which about one-third returns to the food system in the form of by-products fed to livestock.

The study used a high-resolution climate model for the United States that takes into account climate history to produce 25-kilometer “snapshots” of the Midwest under projected future climate scenarios, Hertel said. Five simulations from 1950-2040 were combined to estimate future temperature extremes. Those predictions were paired with

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Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page C23

2012 National Western Angus Show

Angus producers competed for top honors during the 2012 National Western Stock Show (NWSS) Angus Carload and Pen Show, January 14 in Denver, Colorado. Three carloads and 34 pens-of-three were showcased in the Yards during the 106th NWSS. Rick Blanchard, Firebaugh, California; Jonathan Perry, Fayetteville, Tennessee; and Jeff Gooden, Iberia, Missouri, evaluated the bulls and selected champions.

Express Angus Ranches, Yukon, Oklahoma, claimed grand champion carload, with 10 January and February 2011 bulls sired by Connealy Consensus 7229; Sitz Upward 307R; EXAR Worldwide 9600B; Rito 6EM3 of 4L1 Emblazon; and B/R New Day 454. The group weighed an average of 1,420 pounds and posted an average scrotal circumference of 40.5 centimeters.

Flesch Angus, Shelby, Montana, exhibited the reserve grand champion carload with January and February 2011 bulls sired by Connealy Revenue 7289, Soo Line Kodiak 9143; Sitz Upward 307R; Connealy Stimulus 8419; and S A V Iron Mountain 8066. The ten bulls posted an average weight of 1,310 pounds, and an average scrotal circumference of 37.9 centimeters.

Express Angus Ranches, Yukon, Oklahoma, showcased the grand champion pen of three with January, February and March 2011 sons of Dameron First Class and S A V Bismarck 5682. The trio posted an average weight of 1,282 pounds and an average scrotal circumference of 35.7 centimeters. The bulls first won late calf champion pen of three.

Bush Angus, Britton, South Dakota, captured the reserve grand champion pen of three title after first winning reserve late calf champion pen of three. The March 2011 sons of Vin-Mar O’Reilly Factor and Soo Line Kodiak 8073 posted an average weight of 1,258 pounds and an average scrotal circumference of 37.3 centimeters.

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2006 Freightliner Coronado 270” wheelbase, 13 speed, Detroit 14 L, 515 hp, Tri Pac APU, 70” midroof sleeper, dual 120 gallon tanks, extra toolboxes, LP 24.5 tires, 12,000 front with air ride, airliner 40,000 rear, Webasco heater, 3.42 ratio, 691,000 miles................$49,875

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2007 Freightliner Classic, 70” RR condo sleeper, C15 500 hp, 13 speed, 3.55 ratio, LP 22.5 aluminum wheels, 260 wheelbase, 605,000 miles, new front brakes, 12,000 front, 40,000 rear.$49,675

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Tractors

John Deere 8970 400 hp, 5500 hours....... .............................................$78,000 (L) John Deere 8870 350 hp, 4WD, 4030 hours.............................. Coming In (G) John Deere 8760 4WD, 300 hp................. .............................................$48,000 (L) John Deere 7810 150 hp, loader, grapple. ................................................. Call (LV) John Deere 7800 145 hp, MFWD, cab, 740 loader, grapple.................Coming In (H) John Deere 7800 145 hp, loader, grapple. ...................................................Call (H) John Deere 7700 126 hp, MFWD, cab, 740 loader...................................$49,000 (L) John Deere 7610 120 hp, 5500 hours, loader, nice...........................$80,000 (L) 1997 John Deere 7610 120 hp, MFWD, cab, 5500 hours. Excellent.......... $66,500 (B) John Deere 7320 105 PTO hp, MFWD, with 741 loader........................... $77,000 (B) John Deere 7210 95 hp, MFWD, loader & grapple...............................$53,500 (LV) John Deere 7130 standard, 104 hp, cab, MFWD, PowrQuad with reverser............ .............................................$64,900 (L) John Deere 6430 Premium 99 hp, loader, 1400 hours..................... Coming In (G) John Deere 6430 Premium 99 hp, low hours, loader........................ $74,500 (G) John Deere 6430 Premium 99 hp, low hours, loader........................ $74,500 (G) John Deere 6430 Premium 99 hp, low hours, loader.........................$74,500 (L) John Deere 6430 Premium 99 hp, low hours, loader.........................$74,500 (L) John Deere 6430 Premium 99 hp, low hours, loader........................ $74,500 (B) 2007 John Deere 6430 Premium 95 hp, new loader & grapple, 3447 hours......... ............................................ $74,500 (B) John Deere 6400 85 hp, MFWD, loader.... ........................................Coming In (H) John Deere 6420 90 hp, MFWD, loader.... ...........................................$63,950 (LV) John Deere 6420 95 hp, 5650 hours, MFWD with loader..............$52,500 (LV) New John Deere 6140D 140 hp, MFWD, cab, loader, grapple............. $73,000 (H) New John Deere 6130D 130 hp, MFWD, cab, 3-point...........................$52,900 (L) John Deere 4850 192 hp with cab............. ................................................... Call (L) John Deere 4650 165 hp with loader......... ........................................Coming In (B) John Deere 4520 125 hp, loader............... ................................................$8900 (L)

Tillage

John Deere 975 4-bottom switch plow with tail wheel, nice.......................$4950 (LV) Morris 743 49-ft. chisel plow with rod, harrows........................................ $3200 (H) Flexi-Coil 60SB 62-ft. spreader bar........... ................................................$6000 (L) John Deere 110 tandem disk, 14-ft., good condition................................$3750 (LV) Ezee-On 3800 38-ft. tandem disk............. .............................................$34,000 (L)

Drills

John Deere 1890 air drill ....... $95,900 (B) John Deere 1850 air drill.........$49,500 (L) John Deere 9450 40-ft. drill, 10” spacing, steel press wheels.............. $15,900 (H) John Deere 9450 10-ft. drill, 12” spacing, rubber press wheels.............. $3900 (H) John Deere 9400 30-ft. drills with transport.....................................$17,500 (G) Flexi-Coil 7500 50-ft. air drill, 10” spacing, single shoot........................ $40,900 (H) Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, double shoot....................... $87,500 (H) 1997 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. air drill, 9” spacing, 230 bushel, single shoot......... . .......................................... $51,500 (H) Flexi-Coil 5000/23 57-ft. air drill, 12” spacing.........................................$45,000 (L) New Holland SD440 57-ft. air drill............. ....................................... Coming In (G)

John Deere 4430 125 PTO hp, cab with 158 loader.................................. $13,900 (H) John Deere 4230 100 hp, cab, air, 3-point, quad range.........................$14,900 (LV) John Deere 4020 82 hp, no loader............ ........................................Coming In (H) John Deere 4010 85 hp, no 3-point, with DuAl loader..............................$6900 (L) John Deere 3720 MFWD, 44 hp, cab, 3-point, mid mower, rotary cutter, 10 hours................................... $35,445 (B) John Deere 2020 2WD, 54 hp, 3-point...... ............................................... $7900 (H) John Deere 1050 40 hp with loader.......... ............................................... $9900 (B) John Deere 1050 33 hp, turf tires, loader.. ............................................... $9000 (B) Case IH MX275 with L780 loader.............. .......................................... $156,000 (H) 2001 Case IH MX240 205 hp, MFWD, cab, 18 speed powershift, 2875 hours........... ............................................ $82,500 (H) Case 1030 100 hp...................... $3500 (H) International 1466 with cab...........Call (H) Massey-Ferguson 8120 130 PTO hp, MFWD with loader, all new tires............. ...........................................$52,500 (LV) New Holland 8160 90 hp, 2WD, no loader ........................................Coming In (H) New Holland TV145 bidirectional, loader, 1015 hours, 13-ft. rotary head................ ...................................... Coming In (LV) Ford 9600 135 hp, 2WD..... Coming In (L) Allis Chalmers 7060, duals, loader, blade. ...................................................Call (H) Steiger PTA325.............................Call (H)

Sprayers

Flexi-Coil 68XL 1500 gallon, 120-ft. sprayer................................................Call (H) 1996 Flexi-Coil 65 100-ft. sprayer............. ............................................... $7500 (H) Brandt QF-2500 1500 gallon, 80-ft. sprayer, foam marker........................... $7500 (H) Melroe 115 Spra-Coupe sprayer............... ................................................$4000 (L) Wil-Rich 500 gallon, 3-pt., 75-ft. boom sprayer, radar..................Coming In (B)

Miscellaneous Haying

John Deere 501 sickle mower... $1400 (B) John Deere trailer type sickle bar mower, 7-ft. bar, 540 PTO.................$1250 (LV) 35-ft. small square bale elevator with electric motor, excellent condition....... $1450 (B) Sitrex V-style rake.............. Coming In (G)

Construction Equipment

2011 John Deere 333D track loader. Like new......................................$48,500 (L) John Deere 333D track skidsteer, 825 hours....................................$48,500 (L) John Deere 323D track skidsteer, 875 hours....................................$45,000 (L) Bobcat 742 38 hp, 1250 lb capacity........... . .............................................$8500 (G)

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Windrowers & Mower Conditioners

2011 John Deere R450 windrower, V10, 994 14.5-ft. rotary head, 300 hours........ .........................................$114,900 (LV) John Deere 4995 windrower, 14.5-ft. rotary head, impeller.......................$75,000 (L) 2007 John Deere 4995 windrower with rotary head, tri-lobe conditioner, 1400 hours................................... $74,500 (B) John Deere 2360 windrower...................... ....................................... Coming In (G) John Deere 956 mower conditioner, impeller conditioner.......................$32,500 (L) John Deere 936 mower conditioner, impeller conditioner...................... $15,500 (B) Agco-Hesston 9635 windrower, 9190 16-ft. rotary head, 575 hours.......$92,500 (LV) 2009 Agco-Hesston 9345 windrower, 30-ft. draper head.................... Coming In (G) Hesston 9260 windrower, 9180 15.5-ft. rotary head, 1195 hours......$67,500 (LV) Hesston 9240 windrower, 16-ft. sickle head, 25-ft. draper head................ $68,000 (H) 2002 Hesston 8550S windrower, 1691 hours....................................$53,000 (L) 2001 Hesston 8450 windrower, 30-ft. draper head............................... Coming In (G) 1999 Hesston 8450 windrower, 30-ft. draper head............................... Coming In (G) Hesston 6550 diesel, cab, air, 12-ft. sickle head......................................$9950 (LV) Case 8830 windrower, 14-ft., diesel, cab... .............................................$15,000 (L) New Holland 1118 windrower.................... ....................................... Coming In (G) 2002 New Holland 1475 16-ft. double sickle swing tongue, hydraulic angle, nice....... ............................................$12,500 (LV) New Holland 116 pull type swing tongue.. ................................................$4000 (L)

Round Balers

John Deere 568 round baler, twine only.... ....................................... Coming In (G) John Deere 568 net wrap, MegaWide, push bar........................................$37,500 (L) John Deere 567 round baler, no net.......... .............................................$21,000 (L) John Deere 567 round baler, 5x6, wide pickup, no net.......................$18,000 (L) John Deere 567 net wrap, MegaWide....... .............................................$18,500 (L) John Deere 567 round baler, no net.......... ............................................ $17,900 (B) John Deere 567 round baler....$16,500 (L) John Deere 567 twine only, MegaWide..... ............................................$16,000 (G) John Deere 566 round baler, 5x6 bales, no wrap..................................... $11,000 (G) John Deere 535 round baler, 5x6 bales.... ....................................... Coming In (G) John Deere 535 round baler, 5x6 bales.... ................................................$5500 (L) John Deere 535 5-ft.x6-ft. bales, double twine arm, push bar...............$4950 (LV) John Deere 530 for parts........... $1100 (H) Case IH RB564 round baler, net wrap, wide pickup, only 2600 bales........$17,000 (L) Case IH RBX562 round baler, twine only... ............................................... $7900 (H) Case 8465 round baler................$2900 (L) Case 3650 round baler............... $1250 (H) New Holland BR780 round baler, wide pickup, net wrap..................... $7500 (H) Hesston 5580 round baler, 5x5 bales........ ................................................... Call (L) Vermeer 605M surface wrap, 1000 PTO... ............................................ $19,000 (H) Vermeer 605XL round baler.....$14,500 (L)

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By Ron Smith, Horticulturist, NDSU Extension Service death except for the efforts put forth by the Q: I have been reading your columns and caretaker. You are smart to not be pushing enjoy them very much. I am wondering if it with fertilizer. If it is going to survive, it you can help me with a problem that I have will because of the tender loving care you been having with my tomato plants for the are providing. At this point, all I can say is past four years. I buy them through a reputo be patient. table garden center in Minot, so I know they Q: I hope you can help me. I have an are not diseased plants. I am having trouble apricot tree that has not produced fruit for with them drying up. I have tried moving the two years. One of the branches has kind of plants to a new location every year, but that dust or very fine little balls falling from the does not help. The tomatoes that I do get are tree. I am not sure if it has a fungus. Also, OK. What can I do to prevent this disease? do these trees need a lot of water?

Can you help me? I would appreciate any A: Thanks for making contact. You need information. to direct your inquiry to the University of A: Thanks for the nice comments about California Extension Service office in Burthe column. They are greatly appreciated. bank. Go to http://ucanr.edu/County_OfTomatoes are America’s favorite garden fices/ and click on your county to get in vegetable and rightly so. Nothing tastes touch with local personnel. They are in a better than fresh tomatoes out of the garden. much better position to advise you on your However, tomato plants also are somewhat concerns with this tree. The apricots you fussy about how they are grown. Purchase folks grow are entirely different than the disease-free stock from retailers or select ones we can ever think of growing in our seeds that are bred for disease resistance. area.

These will have the letters VFN, T or A Q: I am hoping you can help figure out behind them. These are hybrids developed why some of the huge, old (100-plus) maple using conventional breeding tactics with trees in our yard are not flowering. Howresistances built in. Watering is critical to ever, those trees that are not flowering are having healthy tomatoes. Overhead irrigaproducing seeds in great abundance on the tion or watering leads to splash, which leads branches. I didn’t see the hanging yellow to the spread of diseases. Drip or careful male and female panicles, but they started flood irrigation are better options. Make out with red buds that grew into clumps of sure the soil is modified to promote excelseeds. lent drainage. Water in the morning as the A: This is usually a sign that the trees sun is coming up. This gives the plants a are in sharp decline. I would encourage chance to dry while the sun is out. Fertilyou to contact an International Society of ization is important because tomato plants Arboriculture certified arborist in your area are heavy feeders. However, if fertilizer is excessively used, it can lead to weak, soft to inspect the trees to see if there is anything plant tissue that would be more vulnerable that can be done to save the trees or if their to pathogen attacks. Monitor the crop and continued presence is a threat to your family remove immediately any plants that have or property. Go to http://www.treesaregood. started to show evidence of blight. Pick off com/findtreeservices/FindTreeCareService. discolored leaves, which usually are the aspx to get a listing of certified arborists in older ones. Working the planting at the right your area. Be sure to check credentials and time will keep diseases in check. Try not references. to work on weeding or tying up the plants Q: I saw on the Internet that you were while the foliage is wet. Avoid root or stem answering questions about Ohio buckeye injury by not vigorously hoeing close to the trees, so I thought I might seek your help. I plants. Good luck and don’t give up. planted a bare root tree last spring. It seemed Q: I came across your information on oak to grow fine until the fall. It grew about a trees while searching for an explanation on foot before the leaves fell off for the winter. why a small, but old and stunted live oak This spring, no leaves have come out. Is tree, which I dug up and replanted in Januthere anything I can do? ary, has not budded (photos attached). You A: The woes of the impatient gardener. appear to be quite familiar with oak trees, Buckeyes are not known for early bud so I hope you will be able to dispense some break. Because you didn’t tell me where advice. The tree was going to be removed you live, I have no idea if your tree is on from a plot of land set for development. or off schedule. At this point, I’d suggest I should mention that I’m an avid bonsai practicing a little patience. If it went into enthusiast. While this tree may be too big the winter in a normal manner and nothing to fit the description of a bonsai, I loved the nibbled on it during the winter, it should natural movement of the tree and decided to leaf out for you based on its genetic clock see if I could make a go of it. After digging that is in tune with the local environment. it out (it has a rather small root ball for its Q: We recently retired in the Jamestown size), I potted the tree in a large pot and have area and have acquired four horses. I am given it good sunlight and periodic water planning a vegetable garden and would when the soil became dry. It’s been through like to use horse manure as a fertilizer. Is it some harsh conditions here, which are the safe to use? How would I go about doing long, hot and dry summers of south Texas. it? For how long should I let the manure Thus far, the tree has not budded. I used a radecompose? Should I compost it with other zor to scratch off the bark to see if the wood things, such as grass? I would appreciate was green and it was. My guess is the tree is any helpful information you may have. going through some sort of transplant shock, Thank you very much. but I’m no expert. Is this a normal reaction A: Composting for a year is the best from your experience? Is there any way to option for any manure use. Mixing it with stimulate budding by using fertilizer, giving green manure, such as grass and pulled it more or less sun or using a specific type weeds, also is recommended. It would be of soil? Thanks in advance for any advice a good idea to get a simple soil test made or suggestions. (Austin, Texas) prior to using it to make sure it isn’t too hot.

A: From the photos, a tree that size had Have it tested for nitrogen, phosphorous, to give up quite a bit of its root system to fit potash (potassium), pH, soluble salts and in your container. The fact that it has green organic matter content. I’d also solarize the cambium is somewhat encouraging. It is manure to get many of the weed seeds in it somewhat like being on life support after to sprout so they can be eliminated before a major malfunction of a significant part planting the garden. of the body that would normally result in CONTINUED ON PAGE C30

High-tech tactic may expose stealthy Salmonella

By Marcia Wood, Agricultural Research Service Even the smallest quantity of Salmonella may, in the future, be easily detected with a technology known as SERS, short for “surface-enhanced Raman scattering.” U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientist Bosoon Park at Athens, Georgia, is leading exploratory studies of this analytical technique’s potential for quick, easy and reliable detection of Salmonella and other foodborne pathogens.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Salmonella causes more than one million cases of illness in the United States every year.

If SERS proves successful for cornering Salmonella, the technique might be used at public health laboratories around the nation to rapidly identify this or other pathogens responsible for outbreaks of foodborne illness, according to Park, an agricultural engineer with USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS). What’s more, tomorrow’s foodmakers might use SERS at their in-house quality control labs.

ARS is USDA’s chief intramural scientific research agency. Park’s research supports the USDA priority of enhancing food safety.

In a SERS analysis, a specimen is placed on a surface, such as a stainless steel plate, that has been “enhanced” or changed from smooth to rough. For some of their research, Park’s team enhanced the surface of stainless steel plates by coating them with tiny spheres, made up of a biopolymer encapsulated with nanoparticles of silver.

Rough surfaces, and colloidal metals such as silver, can enhance the scattering of light that occurs when a specimen, placed on this “nanosubstrate,” is scanned with the Raman spectrometer’s laser beam.

The scattered light that comes back to the spectroscope forms a distinct spectral pattern known as a Raman spectral signature, or Raman scattered signal. Researchers expect to prove the concept that all molecules, such as those that make up Salmonella, have their own unique Raman spectral signature.

The idea of using a substrate of silver nanoparticles for Raman spectroscopy is not new. But in SERS studies to detect foodborne pathogens, the use of a surfac—enhanced with biopolymers coated with silver nanoparticles—is apparently novel.

In work with comparatively large concentrations of two different kinds, or serotypes, of Salmonella enterica—Enteritidis and Typhimurium—Park’s tests showed, apparently for the first time, that SERS can differentiate these two serotypes.

With further research, SERS may prove superior for finding very small quantities of bacteria in a complex, real-world background, such as a food or beverage sample, Park notes.

He collaborated in the research with Arthur Hinton, Jr., Kurt C. Lawrence, Jaya Sundaram, William R. Windham, and Seung Chul Yoon all with ARS at the agency’s Richard B. Russell Research Center in Athens; Yao-Wen Huang and Yiping Zhao of the University of Georgia-Athens; Yongkuk Kwon of South Korea’s Animal, Plant, and Fisheries Quarantine and Inspection Agency; and others.

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Q: We had a linden tree that budded last year, but the buds never opened and the tree died. There was nothing that preceded this that had caused us any concern. We had the tree for 19 years. Can we replant a tree in the same location? We are not sure if it was killed by a soil fungus. If it was, would the fungus kill the replacement tree? Is there a way for us to determine if it was a fungus or what it was that killed the tree so we don’t lose another one?

A: You need to have a determination made as to what caused the tree to die so suddenly. I would suggest that you contact a couple of resources. An ISA certified arborist can remove the tree professionally. If the arborist is competent in identifying causes of tree death, such as cankers, root rot diseases or borers girdling the tree, then listen to his or her advice. If it was verticillium wilt that killed the tree, it would not be a good idea to replant the same species in that location. Go to http://www.treesaregood. com/findtreeservices/FindTreeCareService. aspx to locate a certified arborist in your vicinity. Be sure to check credentials and ask for references. You also could contact the Extension agent where you live. To do this, go to http://www.nifa.usda.gov/Extension/. Click on your state and then your county to find the agent’s number. In this last instance, the agent may or may not be able to come out to collect some samples to send to a plant diagnostic lab. In many cases, the visible symptoms are the same, but the causes are different, so only a lab test can determine the exact cause. Good luck.

Q: I have a question about a heritage birch that we purchased three years ago. Last year, it sprouted leaves very late. Then in the fall, the leaves didn’t turn color and froze on the tree. This year, it is bare while the other trees are leafing out. It looks dead, but it does have some live buds just like it did

last year. Is this a characteristic of heritage birch or is there something wrong with it?

(Green Bay, Wisconsin) A: What you are describing is not a characteristic of the species. Heritage birch is one of the more beautiful cultivars to use in landscape settings. Something went wrong during planting or digging out the tree at the nursery. Also, based on what you’ve told me, the tree could have been brought in from a nursery too distant from your particular hardiness zone. The fact that it didn’t turn color and drop its leaves last fall indicates that the tree is out of synchronization with your location. Check with the nursery where it was purchased. These beauties grow from the upper part of the U.S. to the Carolinas.

My guess would be that yours originally came from one of the more southern wholesale growers.

Q: I love your informational articles, so I hope you can help us. We are having a problem with pine needles in our garden.

We have pine trees by our vegetable garden that are shedding needles. We were told the shedding is normal. However, the needles blow into the garden on windy days. Will the needles be a problem for the veggies? Do we have a pH or acid level to be concerned about? The needles aren’t thick but they are everywhere. Any information you can give us will be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

A: I promise that the pine needles will not pose any problem for your garden veggies. In fact, if you get enough of them, they make the best organic mulch on the face of the Earth to stop weed growth. So, in a nutshell, you have nothing to worry about.

To contact Ron Smith for answers to your questions, write to Ron Smith, NDSU Department of Plant Sciences, Dept. 7670, Box 6050, Fargo, ND 58108-6050 or email ronald.smith@ndsu.edu.

Research leads to tool for managing reduced-oil animal feed products

Currently, there are 207 ethanol production facilities in the U.S. which produce over 36 million metric tons of wet and dried distillers grains, which has become a popular, economical partial replacement for corn and soybean meal in animal feeds.

Dried distiller’s grains with solubles (DDGS) is the predominant ethanol coproduct fed to swine, and its energy value is about equal to corn even though most of the starch is removed to produce ethanol.

This is due to the fact that all other nutrients, including corn oil, remaining in the co-product after ethanol distillation, are concentrated by a factor of three. Corn oil has a much higher (about 2.25 times) energy value compared to starch, and is the main reason why DDGS is considered such a valuable energy ingredient in swine feeds.

However, due to the high price of crude corn oil and the relatively low capital investment required by ethanol plants to install centrifuges to extract some of the corn oil prior to making DDGS, the profitability and return on investment of oil extraction from the ethanol co-product stream is high.

As more of the industry extracts more oil before making DDGS, reduced-oil DDGS has created a lot of anxiety in the feed, livestock, and poultry industries because some of the energy value of DDGS has been taken away. The question is: “How much?”

Up until recently, no one knew the answer to this question.

I’m a University of Minnesota Extension

animal nutritionist. Anticipating this change in DDGS composition, I teamed up with Brian Kerr, USDA-ARS in Ames, Iowa to determine the impact of oil extraction on energy content for pigs using 11 different DDGS sources. The project was funded by the Minnesota Corn Research and Promotion Council and USDA. Cenex Harvest States assisted in providing DDGS samples for the project.

Here’s a summary of what we have learned: The change in oil content of DDGS had much less of an effect on energy value than the change in fiber content. This was initially surprising because of the high amount of calories in corn oil compared to the calorie concentration in corn fiber. In fact, many people were expecting a simple answer, such as “removing 1 percentage unit of corn oil reduces energy value by xnumber of calories.” This relationship does not hold true because of the variable concentrations of other nutritional components that either contribute to increased energy or reduce the energy value.

By conducting this research, Kerr and I have developed accurate energy prediction equations to give nutritionists, pork producers and DDGS marketers to tools needed to determine changes in energy value of any source of DDGS, and negotiate price based on changes in energy value.

For more information, visit www.ddgs. umn.edu.

Faster disability approval for people with ALS

By Nicole Tiggemann, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Denver May is National ALS Awareness Month. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), more commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that attacks nerve cells and pathways in the brain and spinal cord. More than 5,600 people each year are newly diagnosed with ALS. As many as 30,000 Americans may currently be affected by this fatal condition. Social Security can help.

People who have ALS meet the medical qualifications for Social Security disability benefits. ALS is one of Social Security’s “Compassionate Allowances.” The complete list of Compassionate Allowances conditions can be found at www.socialsecurity.gov/compassionateallowances.

The Compassionate Allowances initiative identifies claims where the nature of the applicant’s disease or condition clearly meets the statutory standard for disability. With the help of sophisticated new information technology, the agency can quickly identify potential Compassionate Allowances and then quickly make decisions and begin monthly benefit payments.

Social Security Commissioner Michael Astrue made the Compassionate Allowances initiative a top priority soon after he began his tenure as Commissioner in 2007. Social Security launched the Compassionate Allowances program in 2008 with a list of 50 diseases and conditions. There are now more than 100 Compassionate Allowances conditions — and counting. Commissioner Astrue’s dedication to Compassionate Allowances has earned him a humanitarian award and the attention of President Obama.

“Commissioner Astrue has worked tirelessly to ensure that disabled Americans receive the Social Security disability benefits they’ve earned in a timely way,” said President Obama.

We develop the list of Compassionate Allowances conditions from information received at public outreach hearings, comments received from the disability community, counsel of medical and scientific experts, and research with the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Also, we consider which conditions are most likely to meet our definition of disability.

For more information on the Compassionate Allowances initiative, please visit www.socialsecurity.gov/compassionateallowances.

Choose MyPlate for 4-H special foods

By Marilyn Rasmussen, SDSU Extension In 2011, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) premiered a new model for healthy living based on making healthier food choices and engaging in an active lifestyle – Choose My Plate. The members who participate in the 4-H Special Foods contest will learn about Choose MyPlate as part of their participation in the contest. MyPlate uses a familiar mealtime visual which is a single place setting with a dinner plate, glass and fork. Divisions on the plate represent four of the five food groups: fruits, vegetables, protein foods, and grains, and the glass represents dairy foods. The place setting helps youth make healthy choices at meal time.

Visually, divide your plate into four units – one for whole grains, one for lean protein foods, and two units or half of your plate for vegetables and fruits. Add a side of dairy, such as an ounce of cheese or a cup of low-fat milk.

The information for healthy eating can be found at the Choose MyPlate website (www.choosemyplate.gov). 4-H members should review the four basic principles or guidelines for making healthy choices every day.

• Build a healthy plate of food at each meal from the five food groups • Cut back on foods that are high in fat, sugar and salt • Eat the right amount of calories for you • Be physically active your way each day Building a healthy plate at each meal includes filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables, keeping meat and poultry portions small, choosing skim or 1% milk, and including whole grain cereals and breads often. In addition, it is wise to limit some types of foods. Choose water over soda or juice.

Limit high fat and sugary foods, such as cookies, cakes, sausages and hot dogs. Try substituting spices instead of using salt in recipes. Healthy eating is a big part of healthy living, but individuals also need to be physically active.

By choosing activities that you enjoy, you will make it fun and be more inclined to stay active. Learning about healthy living can fun and as easy as “getting your plate in shape.”

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Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page C32

CRAWLER AND PULLEY FOR SALE John Deere MC crawler, runs good.

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Is it cost-effective to bale your own hay?

By University of Missouri Extension The greening of pastures and the rising of temperatures have led ruminant-livestock owners to start thinking about the upcoming haying season.

“Because hay is a relatively inexpensive feed when grass is unavailable, many livestock owners want to produce hay for the winter from the abundance of grass that their pastures yield in the spring,” said Whitney Wiegel, University of Missouri Extension agriculture business specialist.

Some farmers own and operate their own hay equipment.

Others use a custom baler or purchase hay.

“To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of owning and operating hay equipment, a livestock owner needs several pieces of information,” Wiegel said. “First, he needs to know his costs of both owning and operating a fleet of hay machinery.”

Machinery ownership costs include depreciation, insurance, interest and property taxes.

“These costs depend upon the market value of the equipment, how each equipment purchase is financed, insurance costs and property tax rates,” he said. “Machinery ownership costs are often prohibitive when equipment is not used to its full capacity or when the hay produced has little value.”

Machinery ownership costs are relatively fixed in the short run, meaning that no matter how much hay is baled, ownership costs do not change for the hay enterprise. But when calculating production costs for each unit of hay produced, these costs are spread out over all units of production.

“Therefore, the situation of owning hay equipment is made more favorable when the volume of hay produced with the equipment can be increased,” Wiegel said.

Operating costs also affect the cost-effectiveness of baling hay. Operating costs include labor, fuel, maintenance and repairs due to equipment use.

“These costs are considered variable costs because the cumulative dollar value of these expenses will vary with the quantity of hay baled,” he said. Like ownership costs, these costs are, theoretically, spread across all units of production.

“Dividing the total ownership and operating cost by the units of hay baled provides a dollar value that signifies the ownership and operating costs embodied in each unit of hay,” he said.

After calculating the machinery ownership and operating costs per unit of hay, producers can compare their costs to the going custom rate for hay baling.

“When a hay producer’s machinery ownership and operating costs are less than the custom rate, it is cost-effective for the hay producer to bale his own hay,” Wiegel said. “When his costs are greater than the custom rate, he should consider hiring a custom baler.”

When bad weather prevents planting

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Dick Deschamps, Acting State Executive Director for Montana’s USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA), would like to remind producers to report the acreage to your local FSA office within 15 days of the final planting date of the crop, when bad weather prevents planting, damages crops, or causes the crops to fail. This applies to all crops, whether covered by crop insurance, not covered by insurance, or covered by FSA’s Non-insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP). Final planting dates vary among counties and crop types.

Producers who have their crops insured through a private crop insurance company should contact the insurance agent immediately and advise them of the damaged crops.

Additionally, for those crops covered under FSA’s NAP, producers should immediately contact their local FSA office to report the acres and file a CCC-576, Notice of Loss Application. Producers with NAP coverage should report their losses within 15 calendar days of crop damage from natural disaster, so the loss can be appraised and production counted before the crop is put into another use, abandoned or destroyed.

“While it’s still early in the year and we’re hoping for positive moisture we want to make sure Montana producers are aware of their reporting responsibilities and benefits if crops fail or can’t be planted,” Deschamps said.

Crops not covered with private insurance or a NAP policy should still be reported to the local FSA office, and producers are required to file a CCC-576, Notice of Loss Application.

This will provide FSA with a historical record of their crops should disaster assistance become available.

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page C33

COMBINES - 3.75% for 7 years 2009 Case IH 7120 combine with 535 hours. #500583...................... $256,500 2010 Case IH 8120 combine with 521 hours. #707680...................... $269,900

2011 Case IH 8120 combine with 396 hours. #703724...................... $286,500

2011 Case IH 8120 combine with 229 hours. #707672...................... $279,900

2009 Case IH 7120 combine with 589 hours. #500584...................... $249,000

2005 Case IH 8010 combine with 1393 hours. #703445...................... $186,389

2011 Case IH 8120 combine with 226 hours. #707673...................... $279,900

2009 Case IH 8120 combine with 1043 hours. #703732...................... $243,500

Case IH 8010 combine with 2045 hours. #707646...................... $178,833

2003 Case IH 2388 combine with 2013 hours. #700557...................... $144,900

2010 Case IH 9120 combine with 461 hours. #703702...................... $279,900

2004 John Deere 9760STS combine with 987 hours. #707518........ $156,999

2004 Case IH 8010 combine with 2512 hours. #703561...................... $144,900 2001 John Deere 9750 combine with 3024 hours. #703585............. $102,809

2000 John Deere 9650 combine with 2005 Case IH 8010 combine. #707648.

2963 hours. #703548............... 105,897 .............................................. $201,900

1998 Case IH 2388 combine with 2172 hours. #703698........................ $93,900 1999 Case IH 2388 combine with 2629 hours. #707683........................ $98,700

1993 Case IH 1688 combine with 2690 hours. #700432........................ $37,900

1995 Case IH 2188 combine with 3956 hours. #703506........................ $40,444

2004 Case IH 2388 combine with 1626 hours. #703713...................... $149,500

2000 Case IH 2388 combine. #706646. ................................................ $93,500

Case IH 2188 combine with 4215 hours. #703685........................ $43,900

1993 Case IH 1688 combine with 3261 hours. #703655........................ $36,850

1991 Case IH 1680 combine with 3460 hours. #703521........................ $29,700

2011 Case IH 8120 376 hrs. #703723..286,500 2010 Case IH 7088 300 hrs. #703364.$224,900 2005 Case IH 2388 1844 hrs. #703722.$138,750 2005 Case IH 2388 1969 hrs. #700593.$134,900 1996 Case IH 2188 3941 hrs. #700612.$51,500 1992 Case IH 1680 2561 hrs. #700610.$36,900 1991 Case IH 1680 2521 hrs. #700611.$36,900 1990 Case IH 1680 combine. #700429.$26,900 1986 Case IH 1680 2683 hrs. #700598.$28,900

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You have the idea for a business. It looks good. Now you cannot wait to open the doors.

“Enthusiasm is a great first step in developing a successful business,” says Glenn Muske, the North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension Service’s rural and agribusiness enterprise development specialist. “But you have other tasks you should do ahead of your opening to increase your chances of success.”

One task is to have someone take a critical look at your business outline You may not need a full business plan, but you certainly should have the crucial parts outlined, such as: • Who is your market? Is the market growing? How many competitors will you have?

• What makes you unique from your competitors? Can you maintain that advantage or some other advantage?

• What is your pricing strategy and how does that match up against the competition?

• Bottom line: Do people have a need for your product or service? Do you solve a problem for your customer?

“You want to gather as much feedback and help as you can,” says Muske. “This can include family and friends, anyone who can ask you the hard questions. This is not the time that you want simple agreement.”

Another task before you open the door is to plan where you will find funding Business owners often say that getting the doors open and keeping them open through the first year takes twice as much money as planned. Before you start is the time to consider where you might get a business loan, how much you might need, when you’ll need it, and who, including yourself, has funds to invest immediately and in the future.

More tasks Those same business owners also have discovered that getting the business started takes twice as much time as they planned. So what arrangements have you made for that common problem?

Marketing is another task you should accomplish before you open your doors. You already have addressed it somewhat when you determined who are your customer and competitors. But marketing is much bigger than this. Start researching what marketing channels you might use, along with how you plan to get your message out.

“Today, more and more customers are including online searches as part of their research,” says Muske. “Not only do they look for items, but they price shop, look for deals and check out the reputation of the company. And if you have a physical location, they probably are looking at a map to see how to get there. Finally, they may be checking out your social media presence, again to increase their knowledge of your business and your products. All of this is marketing.”

The final task before opening your business may be to do a test run. This may mean selling your product at fairs or shows before taking the final step. You also might want to keep your full-time job while you test the market to see if you have a viable idea.

“Opening a business involves time and money,” Muske says. “The more you can do to minimize your risk, the better you will feel that you are making the right decision.”

These tasks are just a few ideas you may want to consider. For more information and tips about starting a business, contact your local Extension Service office, visit NDSU’s small-business support website at www. ag.ndsu.edu/smallbusiness and sign up for the monthly newsletter, or visit www. eXtension.org/entrepreneurship.

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page C35

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Fly control near livestock facilities

By J. B. Campbell, University of Nebraska and G. D. Thomas, USDA-ARS, Lincoln, Nebraska The stable fly and house fly are the major enough to drain and dry quickly; 5) along insect pests at confined livestock units. The the sloping edges of mounds where moisstable fly has a piercing-type mouthpart ture runoff occurs; 6) around waterers if which is used to pierce the skin to obtain a leakage or spillage occurs; 7) at the edge blood meal. House flies do not bite because of and under feed bunks; 8) in and around they have a sponging-type mouthpart, with feed handling facilities if the feed becomes which they feed on semiliquid material. The wet; 9) at the edges of stored manure, if the life cycles of the two species are similar, edges are loosely packed and wet; and 10) consisting of eggs, larvae (maggots), pupae, at the edge of silage and haylage. and adult. During summer months the stable In addition, excessive moisture may profly completes its life cycle in about 3 weeks. vide fly breeding areas under round bales, The house fly requires about 2 weeks, or, in and around old hay or straw stack butts, in southern areas as little as 9 or 10 days. and in sick pens and horse stables if hay or Both species deposit eggs in wet decaystraw bedding is used. ing organic matter. This includes spilled Fly Management livestock feed and manure mixed with soil Several different pest management and moisture. In addition, the house fly will strategies can work together to help elimibreed in fresh manure. The two species nate fly problems in and around livestock generally overwinter as slowly developing facilities. Sanitation is the most important larvae in breeding areas below the frost line. single part of a fly management program.

The house fly may breed during the winter To be effective, sanitation may need to be in warm buildings if breeding material is supplemented with insecticide sprays and present. baits, and/or biological control agents such Cattle under attack by stable flies will as parasitoids (parasitic wasps). bunch together with each animal attempting Reduction of fly breeding areas in feedto find a position within the bunch which lots is dependent primarily on manure manprotects their front legs—the favored feedagement and keeping the lots dry. Mounds ing site of the flies. Considerable energy is are a key element in this process. They expended by foot stomping, tail switching, should be built and maintained to provide and throwing the head toward the front legs a dry area for the cattle and drainage for the in an effort to dislodge the flies or prevent excess moisture to move from the pens to feeding. the drainage system. During wet periods, Stable flies reduce weight gains, milk the wet edges of the mounds can be scraped production, and feed efficiency—both from out into the lot in a thin layer to facilitate their feeding and because of the bunching rapid drying. behavior of the cattle, which may induce or Maximum stocking rates create tramping increase heat stress. House flies have not action that helps in drying. The lots also been shown to reduce animal weight gain can be dragged periodically which helps and feed efficiency, but are known to transmaintain a dry surface. The area behind mit several animal diseases. The disease the feeding apron should be scraped at two organisms recovered from house flies range week intervals and either removed or spread from viruses to nematodes. The most comout in the lot for rapid drying. Drainage mon of these are the bacteria associated with systems should be maintained with enough enteric infections. The house fly mouthparts slope to move the moisture to the holding and feeding habits (filth sources) make it ponds rapidly which allows for rapid drying. efficient in transmitting bacterial and viral Haylage and silage piles may have drainagents. Over one hundred different disease age at the edges. The seepage provides an organisms have been recovered from house excellent fly breeding site. Covering this flies, and the fly has been implicated in the seepage area with black plastic should cretransmission of 65 of these. Transmission ate enough heat to kill the developing fly may simply involve the mechanical transfer larvae. of the disease agent, from the mouthparts or If manure is used as fertilizer and spread body of the fly, to the animal host. In other directly on farm fields, care should be taken cases, the disease agent may multiply in the to spread the manure thin enough for rapid fly and be transmitted after populations of drying. If the manure is spread at depths of the disease agent build up to high numbers, 3-4 inches or more and enough moisture is or it changes to a different life stage. present, it may allow fly breeding.

One other important economic factor Water tanks should be surrounded by a associated with stable flies and house flies concrete apron and equipped with a drain is the threat of nuisance lawsuits. Generline, to facilitate cleaning without creating a ally odor, dust, and flies are cited together muddy area in the lot. Float valves on wateras constituting a nuisance by the plaintiffs. ers should be protected to prevent animals The lawsuit may seek damages or, perhaps from causing an overflow. Livestock pens worse, request closing of the livestock usually have enough organic matter present facility. to create a fly breeding area wherever water Effective house fly and stable fly conaccumulates. trol cannot be achieved with insecticides Feedlots designed or modified to meet the alone. Proper animal manure management Environmental Protection Agency’s polluand sanitation must be the major element tion runoff standards can have an additional in a good fly control program. Confined fly breeding area in the debris basin. The livestock facilities should be designed or purpose of the debris basin is to intercept modified to facilitate ease in cleaning and to the feedlot runoff, allow the solids to settle minimize accumulations of manure, spilled and channel the liquids into the holding feed and other sources of organic debris. pond. The basin should be sloped enough Breeding Areas to prevent water from standing and provide In feedlots, major fly breeding areas inquick drying. Solids should be removed clude: 1) fence lines where manure mixed regularly to prevent fly breeding. with wet soil accumulates; 2) along feeding If spray mists are used to cool cattle or aprons where, because of the slope of the hogs or to settle dust, care should be taken aprons, moisture and manure accumulate; to prevent puddles from forming. Dragging 3) at the edges of potholes, in pen corners, the surface of the lot may fill in low areas and around gates; 4) along pen drainage where puddles form. channels or edges of holding ponds at the Each livestock unit is different and there water-soil interface, unless it is sloped CONTINUED ON PAGE C38

Using artificial insemination in very warm weather

By Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist The high temperature in Altus, Oklahoma on April 1st was 98 degrees F. (No April Fool’s joke intended! It was just 93 degrees in Stillwater.) As the breeding season for spring calving herds is getting closer, understanding heat stress in cattle takes on increased importance. Producers that choose to synchronize and then artificially inseminate replacement heifers will begin the process in the next few weeks. If the hot weather continues or returns during the AI breeding season, some management and breeding alterations may be helpful.

For years, producers that bred artificially upon detected standing estrus (heat), would wait 12 hours before breeding the female in heat. If she was first observed in standing heat in the morning she would be inseminated that evening. If she was first observed in standing heat in the evening she would be inseminated the following morning. (This was called the AM/PM rule of artificial insemination.) New research at Oklahoma State University on the internal temperature of heat stressed cattle may cause us to re-think handling cattle in the evening.

Research with rumen temperature boluses has shown that the core body temperature of beef cows peaks at 2 to 5 hours after the highest daytime temperature. On a hot spring/summer day the highest daytime temperature is often late afternoon. Therefore the peak body temperature of cattle will occur at 6 PM to 11 PM. Elevated core body temperatures have been implicated from other research in reduced pregnancy rates in heat stressed cattle. Inseminating all cattle in the morning hours would avoid the heat stress of evening breeding. Some would be bred at first standing heat, others would be bred at the conventional 12 hours after standing heat. If the temperatures cool down during April and May, then using the conventional AM/PM program should be best.

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Fly control near livestock facilities CONTINUED FROM PAGE C36

may be fly breeding occurring in only two or three locations. However, since even small amounts of fly breeding material can support large numbers of flies, these areas should be located and removed. Manure management and sanitation can be expensive but should be considered a required management practice in livestock production. The benefits—better animal performance, more efficient use of insecticides, better working conditions for employees, more attractive facility for commercial customers, reduced risk of nuisance lawsuits, and reduced chances of disease outbreaks— usually offset the expense.

Insecticides Area Spray: Insecticide applications should be considered as a part of a total management strategy. The method of application most often employed is a mist blower (area spray). Diluted insecticide is dripped into a high velocity air stream which breaks the spray into fine droplets.

The insecticide droplets are dispensed by the air stream into space occupied by flies.

The droplets kill the flies they contact. Insecticides approved for application by this method have little residual value because they decompose very rapidly (two hours) in the environment. The popularity of this system has more to do with the standpoint of labor and time requirements than with its effectiveness.

Factors that will improve the effectiveness of mist blower applications include: 1) Control of weeds and other vegetation around animal facilities. This practice removes a favorable habitat and forces flies to congregate in fewer areas. A useful variation on this is to control all weeds except for a few narrow strips that are left purposely as fly resting areas that can be sprayed.

2) Avoid spraying when temperatures are below 65oF or above 90oF. Insecticides are not very active at cool temperatures, and evaporation and inversion reduces the effectiveness of mist applications at high temperatures. 3) Spray what is mixed the day it is mixed. Insecticides deteriorate when mixed for more than a few hours. 4) Flies rest in trees used as a windbreak during the hot part of the day. Spraying into the trees may kill more flies than spraying the pens. 5) Rotate classes of insecticides once or twice during the season or at least from one season to the next, to reduce the buildup of resistance in the fly populations.

For example, rotate from an organophosphorous product to a pyrethroid, then back to an organophosphorous insecticide.

Although mist blowers are the most popular method of applying area sprays, aircraft, hydraulic sprayers and foggers may also be used to dispense area sprays. Regardless of the equipment, it should be adjusted to deliver fine droplets of insecticide into the fly-infested area. Insecticide labels often give application rates in terms of amount of product per cubic foot of space. We suggest 1-5 gallons finished spray per acre.

Residual Spray: Residual insecticides will kill flies that contact the material for 7-14 days. Direct sunlight (ultraviolet radiation, ULV) decomposes the materials, rainfall will wash it off treated surfaces, and in dry weather dust may form a barrier between the treated surface and the flies that land on it.

Residual insecticides are most effective

when applied to shaded fly resting surfaces.

House flies will “roost” under eaves or inside buildings on the walls, rafters and ceilings at night. Stable flies generally do not enter buildings unless they are well-lighted.

They rest on the shady sides of feed bunks, buildings and windbreaks, or on vegetation. Flies absorb enough insecticide when it is applied to the resting sites to kill them.

Application of insecticides to resting areas requires more time and labor than application of area sprays.

Labels on residual insecticides usually give the amount of finished spray to apply to 1,000 sq ft of surface. In general, the insecticides can be applied to the point of run-off, and care should be taken not to contaminate feed and water. Some residual insecticides will require the removal of animals from buildings while the spray is being applied.

Others will have restrictions on treating the inside of buildings and treating animals under a certain age.

If fly resting areas are not too extensive, residual and area sprays may be rotated. It takes both house fly and stable fly females about six days after emergence to reach the egg depositing stage. In a rotation, a good mist blower application could be followed a week later with a residual application which should be effective for another week. This rotation could be followed throughout the fly season.

Baits: Baits may be used in dry form, or the labels on some liquid insecticides allow for the preparation of wet baits or bait sprays by adding water, sugar, corn syrup or molasses. Baits should be replaced at 2-4 day intervals. Since stable flies feed only on blood, baits are not appropriate for them. Baits will not fully control a house fly population, but they can be used to supplement other control methods. They may be particularly useful around the office, feed storage areas, in the alleyways of confined units and other similar places. Baits can be mixed with water into a slurry and used as a residual treatment in swine, poultry and beef confinement units. Bait stations should be replaced with a new bait at weekly intervals.

Feed additives or boluses: Feed additives are not effective for stable fly control, but may be effective for house flies in arid regions where the only suitable breeding habitat for house flies is fresh manure. The same considerations would hold true for boluses. Under some management conditions, feed additives may be useful for house fly control in confined beef, swine or poultry units.

Animal treatments: Spraying, dusting, pour-ons, spot-ons, dips, ear tags or any other method of applying insecticides directly to animals for control of house flies or stable flies are generally ineffective. The possible exception is the application of insecticides to riding horses or show animals on a daily basis for protection from stable flies.

Larvicides: The application of insecticide to fly breeding areas is not suggested because the pH of the breeding area causes rapid decomposition of the insecticide.

Routine use of insecticides on fly larvae also enhances the possibility of insecticide resistance in the fly population. However, if the fly breeding area is too wet or otherwise difficult to clean, larvicides can be used as a temporary solution.

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Angus goes mobile

Managing an Angus herd – yeah, there’s an app for that. The American Angus Association® recently launched a smartphone application, Angus Mobile, for iPhone, iPad and Android devices. As recordkeeping becomes increasingly online based, this app allows users to update herd data no matter where they are on their farm or ranch.

“A producer needs to know a lot more information about their calf when it hits the ground compared to ten years ago,” says Lou Ann Adams, the Association’s information systems director. “That’s why we created the app, to help producers make the right decisions for their herd, and to keep their information organized and easily accessible.”

Since its debut, the Angus Mobile app has had more than 500 downloads. The easy-to-navigate format gives users a way to quickly search for cowherd data, news updates and more. Currently, the iPhone version contains the most up-to-date features, and the Android will soon have all similar functions.

The Angus Mobile MyHerd option is

particularly useful for producers, because it grants access into AAA Login, which is the Association’s online record-keeping system. Through MyHerd, users can record calves as they are born and submit information, through their phone, while still standing in the pasture.

“This type of new technology is changing the way we as Angus breeders manage our herds,” says Bryce Schumann, chief executive officer of the Association. “It is remarkable to think about how things have changed in just a few short years.”

The Angus Mobile app is not only for producers, several other functions appeal to anyone interested in Angus cattle.

Download the app, and gain access to the latest news, sale reports, show results and much more. More features will continue to be added, but now users can: search for any registered Angus animal or member; view current news releases; browse sale books and sale reports show results and photos; watch the latest Angus TV videos; view upcoming Angus events; use date calculators for gestation and performance measurements, such as weaning and ultrasound; browse National Cattle Evaluation Information; and view EPD/$Value Percentiles, breed-average EPDs. Download the iPhone app Visit the iTunes store or App Store when using an iPhone, iPod or iPad. A quick search for Angus will result in the application link.

Click on install, and the icon will appear on the device’s screen or desktop.

The Angus Mobile app is compatible with the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod touch (third generation and fourth generation), and iPad. It requires iOS 5.0 or later, which can also be downloaded through iTunes and installed by connecting the iPhone to a computer.

Download the Android app Visit the Android marketplace on the device’s home screen. Search for Angus and the application should appear. The Angus Mobile Android app was developed before the iPhone app, so a few functions may vary. However, an update is planned for later this spring.

The American Angus Association is the nation’s largest beef organization, serving more than 30,000 members across the United States and Canada. It provides programs and services to farmers, ranchers and others who rely on the power of Angus to produce quality genetics for the beef industry and quality beef for consumers.

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N.D. cropland values have another strong year

A January 2012 county survey conducted by the North Dakota office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service confirmed what anyone who has been following the farmland market knew. Cropland had another strong year because values were up about 18 percent statewide.

“By any measure, it has been a historical run for farmland values,” says Andy Swenson, North Dakota State University Extension Service farm management specialist. “Since 2003, cropland values have increased at an average annual rate of about 13 percent, with the sharpest increases occurring since 2007. This surpasses an eight-year period of strong growth in the 1940s. The strongest run up in cropland values during the past 100 years was a nine-year period (1973 through 1981), which averaged 18 percent annually. However, land values then dropped 40 percent from 1981 through 1988. It was 24 years (2005) before values again reached those that were achieved in 1981.”

The prevailing theme fueling land markets since 2007 has been profitable crop production and low interest rates.

Strong crop prices and generally strong yields have more than offset spiraling production costs. Another factor is the downside risk to producers. This has been mitigated by the strong prices at which they can insure the crop.

A major concern to the land market is the necessity of continued high crop prices because costs of production have more than doubled in a decade. There also is the risk of higher interest rates and an imminent reduction in government support programs for agriculture.

The largest increase in cropland values (January 2011 to January 2012) was 28 percent in the southeastern region (to $2,120), followed by increases of 22 percent (to $2,195 per acre) in the northern Red River Valley, and 17 to 19 percent for these three regions, east-central region (to $1,425) southern Red River Valley (to $3,083) and the northeastern region (to $1,246). Cropland values increased 15 percent in the south-central region to $1,017. The smallest increases, 12 to 13 percent, occurred in the northwestern region (to $666), southwestern region (to $816) and north-central region (to $1,032).

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Kamble gets national award

Shripat T. Kamble, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) entomology professor, has been honored with the 2012 Distinguished Achievement Award from the National Conference on Urban Entomology.

Kamble was cited for his contributions to research, extension and teaching in the field of urban entomology. He is nationally recognized for his research on distribution and persistence of insecticides in soil, insecticide resistance and baiting technology. His research involves ants, bed bugs, cockroaches and subterranean termites.

Kamble coordinates the annual Statewide Urban Pest Management Conference and develops pest-management education programs with special emphasis on household and structural pests.

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TRACTOR & PLOW FOR SALE

continued from page C41

“The survey indicated that land rents, as typical, did not change as much in percentage as land values,” Swenson says.

“On average, cropland rents increased about 6 percent. This was still a strong increase from a historical perspective.”

The largest increase (12 percent) occurred in the southcentral region. The average rent is $47.10 per acre. The eastcentral region increased 8.5 percent to $56.10. It increased 7 percent per acre in the southern Red River Valley to $101.10, northern Red River Valley to $76.50 and southeastern region to $89.10.

Land rent rates in the northwestern region increased 5 percent to $33.50 per acre. The smallest increase, 4 percent per acre, was in the southwestern region to $34.30, north-central region to $45.60 and the northeastern region to $47 per acre.

Swenson cautions that the values and rents are averages for large multicounty regions. Prices can vary considerably within a region because of soil types, drainage and location.

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2012 DeBruycker Charolais bull sale results

High selling bulls Lot Sire 13 $45,000.00 ZEUS Syndication Wheatland, WY JDJ True Mark T39 P 467 $10,000.00 Rambur Charolais Sidney, MT CJC Newtrend L1632 281 $8,750.00 Harlan Charolais Austin, TX CJC Mr President T122 P 282 $8,000.00 Effertz Key Velva, ND CJC Mr President T122 P 403 $7,250.00 Wade Beck Lang, SK Canada LHD Distinctive T760 P 48 $7,250.00 Robert Wellman Valier, MT BHD Reality T3136 P Volume buyers 100 Bulls - Dragging Y Cattle Co - Dillon, MT 28 Bulls - Cervi Cattle - Greeley, CO 23 Bulls - Tim Delong - Imlay, NV 22 Bulls - Ensign Ranches - Henefer, UT 20 Bulls - Bill Sarver - Lewisburg,WV 20 Bulls - Silver Spur Ranches - Encampment, WY Bulls sold to fourteen states including Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming and also Canada.

255 bulls sold to 54 Montana buyers. 50 long yearling bulls averaged $5165. 447 yearling bulls averaged $3602 with an overall average of $3760 Top Selling Sire groups 13 JDJ TRUE MARK T39 @ $7,076.92 5 BHD Rock U827@ $4,410.00 2 CJC Newtrend L1632@ $6,625.00 19 CJC Mr President T122 P@ $4,368.42 6 CJC Infantry R2053@ $4,916.67 12 BHD Reality T3136 P@ $4,250.00 4 MD Rendition U648@ $4,625.00 11 JDJ Taurus W65 P/S@ $4,250.00 12 CJC Cigar Son U3080@ $4,520.83 42 CJC Trademark H45@ $4,107.14 2 JDJ Mr Trademark U3059@ $4,500.00

Pollination is key to the success of many vegetable plants

When it comes to growing vegetables, sometimes having insects in the garden can be a good thing.

Some vegetable plants are self-pollinators or don’t produce fruit, but many others need bees and other insects to spread their pollen around in order to produce fruit.

Leafy vegetables don’t need bees since they don’t produce fruit, and beans and tomatoes are self-pollinating, so they don’t need any help developing fruit either.

Other plants like bell pepper and eggplant can produce fruit without bees, but gardeners will see higher yields if bees help pollinate the plants.

Plants that need cross-pollination However, cucumber plants and their relatives – including gherkin, pumpkin, casaba, crenshaw, honeydew, cantaloupe, watermelon and all types of squash and gourds – require cross-pollination by bees and other insects before they will produce any fruit.

These plants produce separate male and female blooms on the same plant. The male blooms appear a few days before female blooms, and during unfavorable conditions, the male bloom will abort before the female bloom is pollinated.

Bloom drop commonly occurs during periods of cool weather, when the temperature dips to 55 degrees at night, and during periods of heavy rainfall. Insects typically don’t pollinate during this type of weather.

Some garden centers sell products that claim to help plants hold blooms, but these products cannot always eliminate bloom drop during unfavorable weather.

For example, okra blooms not pollinated

by insects must depend on self-pollination.

When humidity is high, okra pollen is sticky and does not shake off easily. If okra blooms are not pollinated the same day they open, the bloom will fall off without producing an okra pod.

Plants usually stop dropping blooms when spring weather starts to warm up and conditions for bee flight improve.

What not to do Even with the perfect weather for insect flight, gardeners can accidentally sabotage their plant’s pollination plans with inappropriate pesticide use. Gardeners should also avoid spraying and dusting insecticides when bees are present and try to avoid concentrating the insecticide on the blooms of their vegetable plants. On some vegetable plants, it may be possible to completely avoid spraying the blooms.

If gardeners are noticing that many of their plants are dropping blooms even though they are seeing a lot of bee activity, the problem might have been caused by adding too much nitrogen fertilizer too early in the season.

Monday, May 28

Digestibility and nutritional value of whey

New research from the University of Illinois (U of I) sheds light on the nutritional value of whey powder and whey permeate as a lactose source for pigs.

“We wanted to determine the energy concentration and digestibility of phosphorus in whey powder, in conventional whey permeate, and in low-ash whey permeate because these values had not been determined,” said Hans H. Stein, a U of I professor of animal sciences.

Skim milk powder has been used to meet the requirement for lactose by weanling pigs, but it is costly and usually uneconomical to use in commercial production. Whey powder, a co-product of the cheese industry, contains lactose and protein and is more economical to use in weanling pig diets, he said.

“Some companies take the protein out of whey powder because they sell it for the human food market,” Stein explained. “When they take the protein out, they are left with whey permeate, which contains mainly lactose and ash.”

In their study, the scientists used conventional whey powder--66 percent lactose, 13.2 percent crude protein, and 15.8 percent ash--and two permeate products. One of the permeates was a conventional whey permeate that contained approximately 76 percent lactose and 9 percent ash. Most of the ash had been removed from the other permeate product, which was approximately 89 percent lactose and only 1.7 percent ash.

The concentration of metabolizable energy and the standardized total tract digestibility of phosphorus were determined in all three ingredients using weanling pigs. Results indicated that the conventional whey permeate contains less metabolizable energy than whey powder (3,081 vs. 3,462 kcal per kg DM). However, the low-ash whey permeate contained 3,593 kcal metabolizable energy per kg DM. “Removal of protein from whey powder resulted in a reduced concentration of metabolizable energy in the whey permeate. If ash is also removed, the resulting high-lactose, low-ash whey permeate has a concentration of metabolizable energy that is slightly greater than that in whey powder,” Stein said.

The concentration of phosphorus in whey powder, conventional whey permeate, and low-ash whey permeate was 0.63, 0.57, and 0.10 percent, respectively, but the standardized total tract digestibility of phosphorus was not different among the three ingredients (91.2, 93.1, and 91.8 percent, respectively).

“These data clearly indicate that phosphorus from all three ingredients is well digested by weanling pigs,” he said.

Stein said that these results make it possible to include whey powder, whey permeate, or low-ash whey permeate in diets for weanling pigs that are formulated on the basis of metabolizable energy and the standardized total tract digestibility of phosphorus.

“These data will provide the feed industry and swine producers with more options for including lactose in the diets,” he said.

Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page C45

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How to reclaim salt or sodium soils

How to reclaim salt- and sodium-affected soils is described in a new publication from the University of Wyoming Extension.

The publication, B-1231, is part of a series by extension and the Wyoming Reclamation and Restoration Center (WRRC) at the University of Wyoming describing how to successfully restore severely disturbed lands.

The bulletin describes saline and sodic soils, identifies how to prevent salt problems during reclamation and describes remediation with organic and chemical amendments.

“Reclaiming severely disturbed soils with elevated levels of salt, sodium or both is difficult,” state authors Jay Norton, extension soils specialist, and Calvin Strom, a research associate in the WRRC. “Undisturbed topsoil is often less than 3 inches thick, but soil salvage operations usually scrape soils to a standard 6-inch depth. This mixes surface soil material with material from deeper in the soil profile that may contain higher salt and/or sodium levels or other toxic materials that inhibit plant growth.”

The publication is available online. Go to http://www. uwyo.edu/ces/ and click on Publications on the left-hand side. Click search bulletins and type B-1231 in the Publication Number field.

Hyster H200HS forklift, maximum load at center 20,900 lb.... . ............................................................................ $12,500 Ingersoll-Rand RT70G 6000 lb. forklift, John Deere diesel power, shuttle shift transmission, 21-ft. mast........ $12,900 2005 Genie 3268RT, rough terrain scissor lift, 4WD, dual fuel, 32-ft. max height, Kubota engine, generator, 1000 lb. lift capacity, 4-ft. slide-out, propane or gas................ $13,500 Lull 644 forklift Manitowac T604TC 4WD all-terrain forklift................... $7500 Cat 12G grader, 14-ft. moldboard, good tires............. $38,000 Champion D720A motorgrader, good working condition........ . ............................................................................ $21,000 Galion A556 grader, snow wing, all wheel drive, front blade, good machine for the money................................ $30,000

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1973 Cat 518 operates well, winch line, chokers, 70% rubber, chains. Real tight machine. Low hours on these repairs: engine, winch, transmission, center pins, bushings...$17,900 1985 Cat 518 swinging grapple, chains...................... $26,000 1979 John Deere 640 line machine, nice.................. $14,500 John Deere 540B skidder winch, runs good, chains....$13,900 Several fellerbunchers, Danzco delimber, sawheads.

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Trader’s Dispatch, May 2012 — Page C46

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CONSIGNMENTS Gleaner R60 combine with pickup header & 36-ft. MacDon 960 header............... $35,000 Case IH 1660 combine with 24-ft. header, 13-ft. pickup header with attachment........ $19,000 White 9720 combine........................... $11,000 2-John Deere 7700 combines. Each... $10,000

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USED HEADERS

MacDon D60 35-ft. draper header to fit MacDon swather...........................................$39,900 MacDon 36-ft. draper header for MacDon/ Premier 2952i swather....................$23,900 MacDon 25-ft. draper header, fits 7000 & 9000 Series............................................ JUST IN 1996 MacDon 920 14-ft. hay header..$14,000 1993 MacDon 920 14-ft. hay header..$13,000 MacDon 871 adapter.............................$1000 Gleaner 327 27-ft. header with batt reel..$7900 3-Gleaner 15-ft. N-series pickup headers with Victory 7 or 8 belt attachment. Each.$5900 Gleaner 324 24-ft. header with batt reel..$1500 30-ft. bat reel off 8570 header.................$799

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USED AUGERS

Farm King 10x80 swing hopper............ $10,900 Farm King 13x70 auger........................ $10,500 Westfield 13x70 swing hopper................. $7100 Westgo 1310 10x60 swing auger............. $1500

MacDon 9352i with 36-ft. 960 & 14-ft. 922 auger header.............................................. $78,800 MacDon 9000 14-ft. header.................. $32,900 MacDon 7000 14-ft. auger header........ $15,900 Hesston 6555 with 14-ft. header.......... $14,000 Hesston 1360 13-ft. rotary disc, hydro-swing....

USED PROCESSORS . .......................................................... $9900 Highline 6600 round bale processor.....$8900 Hesston 1170 pull-type hydro swing....... $8900 Case IH 8370 hydro-swing...................... $7900 John Deere 930 11’6” pull type disc mower.$7900 New Holland 1441 rotary disc mower.. $18,900 New Holland 1116 14-ft. header with push frame for bidirectional.................................... $4500 4181 North Park Trail - Great Falls, MT

New Buhler Farm King 6640 grain vac

New Danuser & Wheatheart Post Hole Diggers Most all sizes on hand USED MISCELLANEOUS

Ford 903 3-pt. post hole auger with 3 bits..$500 Land Pride 5-ft., 3-pt. mower...................$600 Kuhn 500 Alterna rotary disc mower..$14,900

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2-White headers, 15-ft., & 13-ft...............CALL MacDon 920 12-ft., no conditioner..........CALL 2-Universal II 25-ft. pickup reels. Each... $2500 Hesston 8450 25-ft. shiftable draper head, 14-ft. auger head, header trailer............... $55,000 Case IH WDX1202 swather, 16-ft. auger head.. ........................................................ $52,900 Versatile 400 swather with 21-ft. header..$6000 2003 Hytrux with 90-ft. F&S sprayer... $37,000 Bean sprayer, 300 gallon, 100-ft. hose reel.$1250 Valmar 245 granular applicator..................CALL Case IH JX75 MFD tractor, loader, 3-pt., PTO.. ........................................................ $29,900 John Deere 8640 tractor..................... $26,000 John Deere 8630 tractor with 14-ft. Degelman dozer................................................ $30,000 Ford 800 tractor with loader.................... $3995 Knight 510 manure spreader, 425 bushel.CALL Gehl 410 manure spreader, tandem axle, 410 bushel, like new............................... $15,500 John Deere 270 skid steer.................. $19,900 John Deere 1900 disk drills................ $79,000 Concord 1100 24-ft. air drill with Concord tow between cart................................... $18,900 International 440 14x18 square baler.... $1750 Case IH RBX562 round baler, mesh... $17,900 Case IH RBX562 round baler, twine... $14,900 John Deere 566 round baler, twine only........... .......................................................... 14,900 John Deere 510 round baler.................$1000 Sitrex MK10 10-wheel rake...................$4500 Sitrex 3-point rake...................................$450 Neuer 8120 grain vac............................. $5000 Farm King 10x60 auger......................... $2900 Westgo 8x31 PTO drive auger............... $2250 GT 8x40 grain auger, PTO drive............... $990 40-ft. tandem axle gooseneck lowboy..$18,900 1996 Eagle tandem dually pintle hitch flatbed, 6-ft. beavertail..................................... $9000 DuAl loader............................................. $1500 Melroe 516 19-ft., 3-pt. duckfoot............. $1500 Phoenix 20-ft., 3-pt. rotary harrow.......... $1000 Schulte 3020 batwing mower.............. $15,000 Case 10 sickle mower............................... $800 Ford 5-ft., 3-pt. rotary mower.................... $500 General post hole auger, 6” bit................. $750

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USED TRACTORS

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Case IH MXU110 MFD, loader, bucket, grapple.................................................... $49,900 Case 1570 2WD tractor....................... $10,800 Case 1370 2WD, with loader............... $17,900 Case 1070 2WD, cab, 3-pt., PTO with loader & grapple............................................. $15,900

USED COMBINES

Ford 946 4WD articulated tractor with duals.... ........................................................ $44,000 Gleaner Super 77 with chopper & chaff spreader, auto-steer...................... $239,900 John Deere 4010 with cab, Ezee-On loader, grapple............................................. $12,900 Massey-Ferguson 8570, 30-ft. header, pickup reel & 15-ft. head, pickup attachment..$38,000 Massey-Ferguson 3070 cab, loader... $18,000 Gleaner R72 combine......................... $49,000 Now Accepting WASTE OIL Gleaner N6 combine.............................. $9900

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Farm King 10x36 PTO auger.

MacDon 920 16-ft. header.

USED HAYING EQUIPMENT

H&S 12-wheel hay rake........................... $8900 H&S HN7A hay machine......................... $4900

Massey-Ferguson 2856A round baler with new mesh wrap, suspension on axles...$39,900 2-Hesston 956A round balers. Ea......$19,900 2-Hesston 856A round balers. Ea.....$14,900 Hesston 565A round, mesh wrap......$12,900 2-Hesston 565A round balers. Each.....$8900 Vermeer 605M round baler with kicker, twine only.................................................$19,900 Vermeer 555XL round baler, 5x5 baler, twine only.................................................$14,900 John Deere 510 round baler.................$1200

USED CONVENTIONAL DRILL

Challenger LB34B 3x4 square baler with accumulator........................................$85,900 Hesston 7434 3x4 square baler with roller chute...............................................$74,900

2-John Deere 9350 10-ft. drills, 10” spacing with steel packers. Each...........................$1000 1-4-drill hitch for JD 9350, 10-ft. drills.

Agco 7650 90-ft. Spra-Coupe........... $124,000 Bourgault 1450 90-ft. sprayer........Coming In 4181 North Park Trail - Great Falls, MT

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Glencoe 15-ft. chisel plow, completely rebuilt with new shanks and etc, granular applicator mounted on plow. In great shape.

Brandt 45-ft. x 7” grain auger, engine mount drive.

1984 Suzuki ATV with new seat and new tires, only 3250 miles. Excellent shape.

Minneapolis-Moline 8-ft. oneway plow.

2-John Deere 12-ft. grain drills with spoke press wheels.

Skid mount pickup sprayer, 42-ft. boom width and a new motor and pump. Good shape.

Miscellaneous New Wiese duckfoot shovels.

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Carbon County ranchers seek to cover risk in retained ownership – Part II

By James Sedman, is a consultant to the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics in the University of Wyoming College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and John Hewlett, a farm and ranch management specialist in the department In a previous article we learned that Carthe revenue determined by CME prices at sale bon County ranchers Norm and Belinda Bell time is below the insured value. Remember, are examining their risk management options the actual price received for the cattle at sale for retaining ownership on their 155 head of time or slaughter does not have anything to steers. do with an indemnity calculation.

The Bells are concerned about a decline The Bells plan to wean steer calves in in cattle prices now that they made a commid-October weighing 600 pounds. Previmitment to retain ownership. They plan to ously sold steers have consistently averaged place them on feed in central Nebraska and 3 pounds per day gain on feed from weaning have several options available, including do to fat weight, which we will assume is 1,300 nothing, Livestock Risk Protection insurance pounds. Their contract length then becomes (LRP), Livestock Gross Margin insurance 34 weeks (234 days on feed with the 34-week (LGM), futures and options markets, and contract being the closest available match). prepaying feed. We will examine how LRP The Bells’ insurance agent determines might work for the Bells. that the available coverage price is $126.58/ Using LRP cwt and offers them coverage from 90 to 98 LRP policies protect a wide range of cattle percent. The results of their available covproducers from cowcalf to feedlot operations. erage are shown in Table 1. The coverage These contracts are available for both fed and price available for their 34-week contract is feeder cattle with contract lengths varying in $126.58 per cwt, which the Bells believe is an four-week increments from 13 to 52 weeks. acceptable price level. That price is then mulA producer applies for coverage and selects tiplied by the desired coverage level yielding a contract length for their production period the actual coverage price; this is multiplied along with the cattle type, number of head, by the 155 head and 13 cwt to yield the total and expected weight at sale time (up to 900 dollar amount of coverage. Like other forms pounds in the case of feeder cattle, 1,000 to of insurance, as coverage levels decline, so 1,400 pounds for fed cattle). do premiums. LRP premiums are subsidized A Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) at 13 percent. price index determines the price used to calAdvantages of LRP culate the insured value. Indemnities occur if The Bells like that LRP allows them to

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lock-in a favorable price for a relatively low cost. This premium cost is a one-time, fixed cost when compared to futures and options contracts.

It also allows the Bells to take advantage of price increases in the cash market while they are only responsible for the up-front premium payment.

Another advantage is that, if the Bells’ cattle are of a particular value-added variety able to beat market prices, they may be able to receive an indemnity payment and still beat the insurance/market price.

In our next installment, we will discuss another of the Bells’ risk management options.

For more information Visit a local crop insurance agent to learn more about Livestock Risk Protection insurance and other risk management options or visit the Risk Management Agency’s website at www.rma.usda.gov.

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USED COMBINE INVENTORY & HEADERS

2-Case IH 8120 150 rotor hours, deluxe cab, loaded. Each........ . ................................................................................ $324,000 Case IH 8010, yield/moisture monitor, self-leveling sieves, chopper, rock trap........................................................... $205,000 Case IH 7120 Pro 600, yield/moisture monitor, long unload auger, 652 engine hours, 2162 flex header........................ $340,000 Case IH 7120 approximately 265 rotor hours, deluxe cab, loaded...................................................................... $315,000 Case IH 7120 Pro 600, yield/moisture monitor, luxury cab, long unload auger............................................................ $256,000

Case IH 2588, yield/moisture monitor, 800/65-R32 R1, rock trap, chopper, long unload auger..................................... $210,000 1999 Case IH 2388, long auger, chopper, 2469 hours... $93,000 1999 Case IH 2388, yield/moisture monitor, hopper extensions, long auger, 2858 hours............................................. $93,000 1998 Case IH 2388, 4WD, rock trap, beater, hopper extensions, MacDon 36-ft. header.............................................. $115,000

Case IH 7010, yield/moisture monitor, long auger, hopper topper, chopper, 660 rotor hours......................................... $225,000 Case IH 2588 yield/moisture monitor, long unload auger, 40-ft.

2152 draper header, 627 hours............................... $274,000

BALE CLEARANCE

Case IH 2188, 2300 rotor, rock trap, chopper................ $78,900 Case IH 1680, chopper, rock trap, long unload auger.... $34,900 1998 John Deere 9610 930 header, chopper, rock trap, long auger, field ready....................................................... $90,000 John Deere 8820 230 auger header, straw & chaff spreader, field ready.......................................................................... $25,000

USED SPRAYERS

SPX Patriot 4420 1944 hours, 100-ft. booms, loaded..$234,000 2009 Patriot 3330 100-ft. boom, 1000 gallon tank, Aim com, act. suspension, Auto Steer............................................ $210,000

USED 4WD TRACTORS

Case IH 535 Quad Trac 690 hours, leather, loaded, AFS auto steer........................................................................ $345,000 Big Bud 350 hp, Cummins 855 engine, 13 speed Road Ranger transmission, Clark 36,000 axles.............................. $24,500

USED TRACTORS

John Deere 567 round baler, 1000 PTO, hydraulic pickup, shedded.................................................................................$16,500 Case IH RBX562 round baler, wide pickup, twine.......... $12,500 Case IH RBX561 round baler, twine................................. $9500 1996 New Holland 664 round baler, twine. Cash, no trade...$5000

SPX Patriot 3320 2040 hours, 90-ft. booms, loaded.... $195,000

No Reasonable Offer Refused Case IH Puma 180 with L770 loader, bucket, grapple, 1741 hours........................................................................ $118,000 Case IH Puma 180 with L770 loader, bucket, grapple, 1963 ProAG 12SR bale scoop, big square bale mover, 11x24.5 dual hours........................................................................ $118,000 truck tires................................................................... $20,000 Case IH Puma 165 with L770 loader, bucket, grapple, 1739 Alloway 10”x70-ft. swing auger, hanger bearings, 540 PTO....... hours........................................................................ $107,500 ..................................................................................... $6500 Case IH Puma 125, 540/1000 PTO, Case IH L760 loader, grapple, Grain truck pup, 550 to 600 bushel.................................... $6500 2700 hours................................................................ $88,500 Case 2390 with DuAl 3150 loader, bucket and grapple.. $15,500 Case 2290 2WD, dual PTO, rear duals, front weights, nice......... . .................................................................................. $15,500

USED MISCELLANEOUS

Flexi-Coil S67XL, 124-ft., 1500 gallon, 100 gallon rinse tank, Flex monitor, foam, hydraulic fold.............................. $19,200 Flexi-Coil S67XL,114-ft., twin tanks, control monitor.... $18,900 Melroe Spra-Coupe 115, 50-ft. booms, 165 gallon.......... $2800

USED DRILLS

Flexi-Coil 5000, 57-ft., double shoot, Dutch carbon knives, 3” steel packers, (2) carts, 2320 tow between, 2320 tow behind........ .................................................................................. $57,000 Flexi-Coil 5000, 57-ft., 12” spacing, heavy shank, stealth openers, 5” packers, 2340 tow between cart............................ $65,000 Concord 6012, 60-ft. 12” spacing, 3 rank, Knock-ons, disk levelers, 3400 cart, double shoot capable........................ $60,000 Concord 3212, 3 rank, “C” shanks with farmland boots, single shoot, 2000 tow behind cart...................................... $35,000 Prasco 125-bushel air seeder & fertilizer.......................... $1900 International 150 hoe drills, 38-ft., 10” spacing, 3 drill hitch.

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FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

White 9700 combine, Kwik cut sickle, 30-ft. air reel, 30-ft. batt reel, pickup header......................................... $8000 Newly rebuilt 30-ft. header. Will sell separately.

Massey 510 combine, for parts.

Massey 24-ft. batt reel................................................ $300 2-Massey 13-ft. pickup headers with Sund attachments.... ........................................................................$300 each Universal 24-ft. pickup reel....................................... $1500 Lockwood rock/potato picker................................... $1000 Spray-Air 72-ft. sprayer............................................ $2500 Allis Chalmers WD tractor with Shaver post driver. Will sell separately....................................................... $1000 10-International suitcase style tractor weights.....$50 each

Call Herb Bingham 406-469-2250 Pendroy, MT

1988 Eager Beaver 10.5-ton gooseneck, 23-ft. x 8-ft. deck, beavertail with ramps, electric brakes, tandem axle with single 17.5 radials, pulls nice, hi-tensil frame......... $6500 Glastron 17-ft. I/O 165 hp, 6 cylinder Mercruiser inboard/outboard, seats 6, fish finder, trolling plate, serviced and ready for fishing or pulling a tube............................ $3000 1997 4x4 backhoe with 6-way blade, Deutz diesel, 80% tires, Quick detach backhoe, will dig down 8-ft., 18” bucket, joystick controls, 6-ft. wide hydraulic blade, 1380 hours. Machine is nice and tight................................ $9500 M35A2 6x6 21/2 ton, multifuel turbo diesel, 5 speed manual, 2 speed transfercase, hard top, heater, power brakes, 26,000 miles, ready for winter.............. $4500

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Foal Neonatal Isoerythrolysis

By Dr. Jared Janke – 4/4/2012 DVM, DACVIM, LA, Sturgis Veterinary Hospital & Equine Center

Neonatal Isoerythrolysis (NI) is a potentially fatal condition in newborn foals that results from an incompatibility of blood types between the mare and foal. This incompatibility results in the destruction of the foal’s red blood cells (RBCs) causing icterus (jaundice, yellowing), hypoxia (inadequate oxygen), and death in severe cases.

In addition to the significant reduction in oxygen carrying capability, this destruction of foal RBCs also induces an overwhelming systemic inflammatory response. RBCs are the cells that contain hemoglobin, the major component of oxygen transportation from the pulmonary tract (lungs) to peripheral tissues. Foals can inherit their RBC characteristics and antigens from the stallion or the mare. When the stallion blood group is inherited and it is identified as foreign by the mare’s immune system, she will muster production of antibodies and concentrate these in her colostrum. Following birth the foal will consume this concentrated source of antibodies, they are absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract and eventually end up in the foal’s bloodstream. Once within the foal’s circulation, these antibodies attach to the foal’s RBCs and either tags them for removal and destruction or results in RBC hemolysis (ruptures the cell).

NI foals are usually born to mares that have previously foaled (multiparous) and are uncommon in a mare’s first pregnancy.

When this occurs in first-time mares, the mare has a history of being previously administered blood products (plasma or blood transfusions earlier in life) or developed placental leakage early in her pregnancy that allowed mixing of fetal blood with her own.

The requirements for the development of NI foals are discussed and summarized below. Currently, horse blood characteristics compose seven distinct blood groups (A, C, D, K, P, Q, and U). Within each of these broad groups there are numerous cell surface antigens that further distinguish RBCs. Interestingly, although approximately 14% of mare-stallion matings should result in incompatibility, the incidence of clinical NI is significantly less and is variable based on breed. Thoroughbreds, Standardbreds, and Arabians have the highest incidence of approximately 1-2% of foal births. Donkey’s RBCs have a unique surface antigen (known as Donkey Factor) that results in 100% of mule foals and mare’s colostrum being incompatible and are at a higher risk for developing clinical NI. Luckily, the clinical incidence of NI in mule foals is only 10%, although significantly higher than horse foals. In addition, the mule form of NI tends to also have a concurrent destruction of platelets (thrombocytes) which can result in altered blood coagulation.

Requirements for NI to Occur: 1. The foal must inherit and express blood antigens from the stallion that are not present in the mare.

• Blood type incompatibility between the foal and mare is not particularly uncommon, however most of these situations are the result of minor incompatibilities and don’t result in clinical disease.

• Horses have up to 7 different blood groups, however the vast majority (>90%) of NI cases are a result of the Aa (most severe) or Qa blood antigens.

• Mares that are negative for Aa or Qa (or both) are at risk for producing a foal with NI. The Ca blood antigen has also been incriminated, but is less severe and may actually be partially protective against the more severe Aa and Qa antigens.

2. The mare must be exposed, sensitized, and produce antibodies to the incompatible

blood antigen(s).

• The exact mechanisms responsible for this situation are not completely understood, however leakage of and contamination by fetal blood during previous pregnancies are the likely triggers. This is the reasoning of the higher incidence of NI foals from multiparous mares.

• Transplacental contamination by fetal RBCs early in the pregnancy could result in antibody production in the mare, however this mechanism is less consequential for the current pregnancy.

• As stated above, previous exposure of the mare to blood products during life may also increase the risk of producing an NI foal.

3. The foal must ingest and absorb concentrated levels of the offending antibody in the mare’s colostrum.

• The rapidity of development and severity of clinical signs are determined by the amount of antibody absorbed and its ability to destroy the foal’s RBCs. • Foals that do not ingest colostrum in a timely manner, fail to effectively absorb it, or mares that do not adequately produce high quality colostrum, reduces the risk of NI, even when all other prerequisites are met. Unfortunately, these foals are at an increased risk for sepsis (systemic infection and toxemia).

CLINICAL SIGNS There are three main categories of NI in foals including peracute, acute, and subacute. Peracute cases carry a grave prognosis as they often fail to survive long enough to show typical clinical signs and are found dead. The remaining two categories are more likely to receive medical treatment and have acceptable prognoses, depending on severity. NI should be a primary consideration for any foal less than 7 days of age with icterus, fever, weakness, an increased heart rate (tachycardia) and increased respiratory rate and effort (tachypnea and dyspnea).

Prior to appreciating clinical icterus, the mucous membranes may be pale or white.

The earliest and most sensitive location to identify icterus are the scleras. The sclera is the white portion of the eye. The oral mucous membranes (gums) appear icteric following the sclera. Dark or pigmented (red - coffee colored) urine may be noted as the condition progresses. Numerous neonatal syndromes can result in these clinical signs including sepsis (blood-born infection and toxemia), which is the primary culprit of neonatal foal death. Specific testing and evaluation by your veterinarian can help to determine the likely cause of icterus and accompanying clinical signs. Foals with NI are usually born normal, but become weak and lethargic within the first 12-48 hours of life. As discussed above, in order for a foal to develop NI, it must ingest and absorb an adequate amount of colostrum after birth.

This is the only situation in which the consumption of high quality colostrum can be detrimental to an at-risk neonate.

When NI is suspected in a foal, a number of diagnostic tests should be considered by your veterinarian to confirm the diagnosis.

These include the hemolytic cross-match, Direct Coomb’s Test, saline agglutination cross-match, Jaundice Foal Agglutination Test and RBC flow cytometry. All of these tests have different practicality, requirements, sensitivities / specificities, and the ability to produce false-negative and false-positive results. Your veterinarian will determine the most appropriate test for your case. This testing will ultimately continued on page c52

ontana Wheat & Barley Committee

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A major aspect of the Montana Wheat and Barley Committee’s mission is education. The Committee firmly believes that the youth of Montana are our future, and the education of these young people will keep Montana’s agriculture industry the best in the world.

4-H Scholarship

Each year, the Committee is proud to provide two scholarships to the upcoming leaders of Montana 4-H. The winners for this year’s scholarships are Joshua Pecukonis of Great Falls and Anne Indreland of Big Timber.

Anne Indreland graduated from Sweet Grass High School, and her future plans include a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science or Ag Business. She eventually hopes to return to her family ranch near Big Fork.

Anne’s extensive community service made her an obvious choice for this year’s scholarship. Her involvement with Meals on Wheels, highway clean-ups, and various other activities show selfless donation of time, and a true connection with her hometown community. Anne’s leadership abilities are also impressive. She has served as a student ambassador in Europe for the People to People Program, captain of her high school cross country team, has held both the reporter and president offices in her 4-H club. Her leadership efforts include coordinating fundraisers, representing the Montana Junior Angus Association, and serving as a NILE Merit Heifer Program ambassador. Anne has also learned various aspects of the agriculture industry working on her family’s ranch. Marketing, promotion, and customer service, as well as decision making and public speaking are just a few more skills this young leader possesses.

Joshua Pecukonis graduated from C.M. Russell High School in Great Falls, and is currently attending Montana State University in Bozeman. Josh is planning to double major in Animal Science and Horticulture and minor in Ag Business. He is interested in agronomy, agriculture, and horticulture, and plans to work at a nursery while he pursues his Bachelor’s Degrees. He would eventually like to own a plant nursery specializing in drought tolerant perennials and xeroscaping to promote water conservation.

He also hopes to continue raising sheep and maintain quality wool production and the conservation of rare breeds. A few of Josh’s many volunteer projects include writing articles for the Great Falls Tribune offering gardening tips; organizing coat, food, and book drives, sewing baby blankets and quilts for Project Linus and the Great Falls Rescue Mission, helping with animal adoption, and volunteering his time for multiple community fundraisers. Josh has contributed more to agriculture in his young life than many people hope to accomplish in a lifetime, and the Montana Wheat and Barley Committee is honored to be able to help this young man reach his future goals.

Gallatin County Farm Fair

Each May, over 900 fourth graders descend on the Brainard Ranch to participate in the Annual Gallatin County Farm Fair. The event celebrated its eighth year this month, and has enjoyed growing participation each year.

The Farm Fair helps introduce elementary students to different aspects of farming, as well as an education about the sources of food. The Farm Fair presents 18 different agriculture stations to showcase various aspects of farm life including wheat, farm safety, crops, irrigation, weeds, dairy cows, goats, pigs, beef cattle, draft horses, pleasure horses, bees and pollination, DIRECTORS Bruce Myllymaki, Stanford, Chairman Milo "Buzz" Mattelin, Culbertson, Vice Chairman Frank Schoonover, Dutton Chris Kolstad, Ledger Melvin Goffena, Wilsall Randy Hinebauch, Chinook Leonard Schock, Vida

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS Ron de Yong, Director, MT Dept. of Agriculture Byron Grassman, Manager, Mountain View Co-op/ Collins Jeff Jacobsen, Dean of the College of Agriculture, MSU STAFF: Kim Falcon, Executive Vice President Kolleen Spurgin, Administrative Financial Assistant Tammy Suek, Administrative Assistant Cassidy Marn, Marketing Program Manager Steve Becker, Communications Coordinator

forestry, potatoes and 4-H. Perhaps the highlight of the day comes from the homemade ice cream station, where the students get to make their own dessert. The Farm Fair is a great way to introduce young people, many of whom do not come from farm backgrounds, to the world of agriculture.

Teaching these students about food and good agricultural practices gives them the opportunity to understand agriculture as they grow into our future leaders. The Montana Wheat and Barley Committee looks forward to supporting and attending this event each year.

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AIR DRILL FOR SALE

Morris Maxim 49-ft. air drill, double shoot, edge on shanks, steel packers, 7300 tow behind tank with 3rd tank option............................................ $44,000 Located by Hobson, Montana

Call 406-799-8460 or e-mail lvranch2@gmail.com

ITEMS FOR SALE

2006 Dodge 4x4, 4-door, 4.7 engine, wrecked, 62,000 miles...................................................................... $2500 Lift gate for 2-ton van truck.......................................... $500 New Miller welder, Trailblazer 302 generator.......... $3200 2-18.4x26 tractor tires on rims............................ $150 each 2000 Buick Park Avenue automobile....................... $5800 1988 Ford F150 extended cab 4x4 pickup, 84,000 miles... .............................................................................. $2500 2-John Deere LZ10 8-ft. drills, 10” spacing with hitch........ ....................................................................... $500 each 36 feet of John Deere LZ10 12-ft. drills, 10” spacing with hydraulic mover and hitch................................ $1500/all Barber 200 grain cleaner on a trailer........................ $3000 Brandt tailgate drill filler.............................................. $500 John Deere 260 loader............................................. $3500 Melroe 600-6 fork type rock picker........................... $2500 2003 Suzuki Quad Sport Z400 ATV........................ $2300 3000 watt portable generator, 61/2 hp.......................... $300 Call Dennis 406-379-2676 or (406) 379-2680

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Carbon County ranch seeks to cover risk in retained ownership – Part III

By James Sedman, consultant to the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics in the University of Wyoming College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and John Hewlett, farm and ranch management specialist in the department for their finished steers is not considered when Carbon County ranchers Norm and Belinda figuring indemnity payments. Prices for fed Bell are evaluating their risk management options for retaining ownership on 155 head cattle, feeder cattle, and corn are calculated for of steers. each month using rolling CME-average prices.

In a previous article, we investigated using In our example, the contract length will be Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) to cover 34 weeks starting in October (234 days on price risk. LRP protects against decreases in feed as with the previous LRP contract excalf prices within the designated production ample). The Bells would use a calf-finishing period. The Bells realize that more than just contract with June as their marketing month. fed cattle prices can affect their profitability – The expected gross margin per head for June feed costs and feeder cattle prices likely have a is $266.08. The Bells then select a deductible big effect. Here we consider Livestock Gross of $20 per head – deductibles can range from Margin (LGM) insurance and how it may be $10 to $100 in $10 increments. Their total an option for the Bells. deductible in this case would be $20 times 155 LGM Insurance head or $3,100. This amount is then subtracted LGM insurance addresses the two main from the total expected gross margin resulting areas of risk in feeding cattle – cattle prices in a gross margin guarantee of $38,142.40. (both for feeder and finished cattle) and feed If in June the actual gross margin is less costs. LGM insures against losses in margin than the gross margin guarantee, an indemnity associated with feed costs in addition to fed payment would be made on the difference. The cattle prices; these contracts are essentially a Bells would also have total liability coverage bundle of feeder cattle, fed cattle, and corn of $175,023.68, with this policy’s premium options that are non-exercisable; the Risk cost totaling $7,761 or $50.07 per head. This Management Agency (RMA) essentially asinformation is summarized in Table 1. sumes the margin risk.

In the next installment in this series, we will Contracts are available for either calf finexamine how more conventional price risk ishing or yearling finishing. Calf contracts management strategies (futures and options) assume calves enter the feedlot at 550 pounds compare with Livestock Risk Protection and and exit at 1,150 pounds, that 52 bushels of Livestock Gross Margin coverage, and which corn are consumed, and can be for up to 11 choice the Bells select for their risk managemonths. ment plan.

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be combined with other laboratory data to arrive at the diagnosis of NI. TREATMENT The treatment of foals with NI is dependent on many factors including the age at diagnosis, severity, available funds, compounding factors, concurrent illness, and the medical facility capabilities. Severely affected foals warrant prompt referral to a neonatal ICU or facility capable and competent in dealing with critically ill neonates. In many cases, a whole blood transfusion (ideally collected from a typed and tested donor) may be necessary and life-saving. Unfortunately, a blood transfusion can be detrimental and worsen the condition in some situations, necessitating a complete understanding of the pros and cons of this therapy. The stallion is not a suitable donor and the mare should not be used, unless the capability to wash the donated RBCs is available. Transfusion medicine is a unique and complex specialty and all facets should be discussed before proceeding with transfusion.

Therapies aimed at concurrent disease must be pursued in this process. The full complement of a foal ICU should be available if needed. If the foal is diagnosed before 24 hours of age, the foal should not be allowed to suckle the mare and her milk should be discarded for 24-36 hours. The foal is temporarily placed on milk replacer until it is safe to allow the foal to suckle. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a relatively young treatment modality available

to horses that may be beneficial when treating NI foals. The prognosis for foals with NI that is sudden and severe (acute) is fair to guarded, however foals that develop slowly progressive signs (subacute) have a fair to good prognosis with the appropriate therapy. Foals that survive to discharge from the hospital typically have a very good prognosis.

PREVENTION As with many diseases, NI is a condition that is easier to prevent than to treat, thus any mare that has previously produced a foal with NI should be strictly managed to prevent the condition in future offspring. Colostrum from these mares should be stripped and discharged for the first 24-48 hours in subsequent pregnancies, their foals muzzled, and an alternative source of colostrum provided. Blood compatibility and typing should be performed on future stallion prospects prior to mating, although finding a compatible stallion may be challenging. Additionally, the mare can be tested for levels of NI antibodies in the month prior to foaling to evaluate the level of risk for her upcoming pregnancy. Careful discussions with your veterinarian about a foaling plan for these at-risk mares are highly successful for preventing a subsequent NI foal. Ultimately, identifying at-risk foals prior to foaling, recognizing clinical signs of NI as early as possible, and prompt veterinary medical attention are critical in ensuring a positive outcome for your newest edition to the barn.

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Two million pounds of plastic pesticide containers no longer threaten Nebraska’s environment and landscape.

That’s the amount of empty, plastic pesticide containers a University of NebraskaLincoln (UNL) Extension program has helped collect and recycle from across Nebraska over the past 20 years.

“We’re going to keep adding to that total as this very successful and collaborative program begins its 21st year,” said UNL pesticide safety educator Clyde Ogg, who coordinates the program for the university’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

The UNL program helps recycle 1- and 2.5-gallon plastic pesticide containers and 15-, 30- and 55-gallon plastic crop protection chemical drums.

“These are farm and ranch pesticide containers that might otherwise end up stored in barns or sheds or be improperly disposed of by casting them aside on creek banks or burning them,” Ogg said. “The program’s primary message has always been that it benefits everyone to find simple, cost-effective and cooperative ways to help properly dispose of these containers and keep them out of the environment and that message has been widely embraced.”

Plastic from collected containers is turned into industrial and consumer products like shipping pallets, drain tile, dimension lumber and parking lot tire bumpers. Last year, the UNL program helped recycle about 35 tons of containers. A full list of recycling sites, guidelines and program information and details is on UNL’s Pesticide Safety Education Program (http://pested.unl.edu/ recycling) Web site.

“Most of the (collection) sites are at agricultural chemical dealerships or community recycling centers, which volunteer to take on this additional responsibility,” he said.

The program accepts pressure-rinsed or triple-rinsed 1- and 2.5-gallon plastic pesticide containers. They must be clean and drained, inside and out. Caps, labels and slipcover plastic labels must be removed since they cannot be recycled as part of the program. They should be disposed of as solid waste.

Of the 42 sites involved in the program, 26 accept 15-, 30- and 55-gallon plastic crop protection chemical, crop oil and adjuvant drums. These drums must be thoroughly rinsed before delivery to collection sites and should not be cut or opened in any way.

Mini-bulk, saddle tanks and nurse tanks, which can be made of fiberglass or plastics not compatible with the recycling program, are not accepted.

Ten sites collect year-round, 12 collect May through August, 14 collect on specific dates and six are by appointment only.

Before delivery to collection sites, containers and drums should be cleaned, rinsed and drained. Rinsate should be returned to the spray tank. Remove and properly dispose of booklets and caps from containers and remove and properly dispose of plastic shrink-wraps. Glued-on paper labels can be left on the container.

Program funding is by a national coalition of agri-chemical manufacturers through the Agricultural Container Recycling Council, Washington, D.C. County collection sites, by category, are listed below. Sites accepting 15-, 30- and 55-gallon plastic drums are noted.

Year-around collection sites: • Buffalo: Kearney Recycling Center, Kearney, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Burt: Helena Chemical Company,

Oakland, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Cuming: West Point Transfer Station, West Point, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon, 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Dawes: Solid Waste Association of Northwest Nebraska, Chadron, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Dawson: All Points Cooperative, Lexington, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; accepts drums • Knox: Central Valley Ag, Bloomfield, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Lincoln: City of North Platte Transfer Station, North Platte, Monday through Saturday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Scotts Bluff: Gering Landfill, Gering, Normal Business Hours; accepts drums • Washington: Washington Recycling Center, Blair, Saturday 8 a.m. to noon; accepts drums • Wayne: Central Valley Ag, Wayne, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

May-August collection sites: • Antelope: Central Valley Ag, Brunswick, Clearwater, Elgin, Neligh and Tilden; accepts drums • Gage: Crop Production Services; accepts drums, Southeast Nebraska Cooperative, Beatrice • Holt: Central Valley Ag, O’Neill; accepts drums • Saunders: Frontier Cooperative, Mead; accepts drums, Crop Production Services, Ashland, and Reid’s Farmacy, Ashland • Stanton: Farmers Cooperative, Pilger; accepts drums Sites collecting pesticide containers on specific days: • Cass: Midwest Farmers Co-op, Greenwood, July 2-6, 8-5 p.m., Midwest Farmers Coop, Nehawka, July 13-17, 8-5 p.m.; accepts drums • Clay: Cooperative Producers Inc., Sutton, Aug. 16 and 17, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; accepts drums • Dakota: Central Valley Ag, Emerson, June and July, Wednesdays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. (except holidays); Central Valley Ag, South Sioux City, June and July, Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to noon (except holidays); both sites accept drums • Dixon: Central Valley Ag., Newcastle, May 10 and 24, June 7 and 21, July 5 & 19, Aug. 9 and 23, 8 a.m. to noon. Central Valley Ag., Wakefield, June 6 and 20, July 11 and 25, Aug. 10, 1-4 p.m.

• Hamilton: Cooperative Producers Inc., Giltner, Aug. 1 and 2, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Aurora Cooperative, Aurora, July 23-27, 8-5 p.m.

• Kearney: Cooperative Producers Inc., Minden, Aug. 7-9, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; accepts drums • Lancaster: Farmers Cooperative Co., Bennet, July 27, 9 a.m. to noon; Farmers Cooperative Co., Waverly, June 22, 9 a.m. to noon; both sites accept drums • Otoe: Midwest Farmers Cooperative, Syracuse, July 20-24, 8-5 p.m., Nebraska City, July 27- 31, 8-5 p.m.; both sites collect drums Sites collecting pesticide containers by appointment only: • Cass: Wiles Bros. Fertilizer Inc, Plattsmouth, (402) 298-8550; accepts drums • Custer: Custer County Recycling Center, Broken Bow, (308) 870-0313; accepts drums • Gage: Farmers Cooperative, Odell, (402) 766-4145; accepts drums • Lancaster: Lancaster County Extension continued on page c56

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By Jim Stordahl, Clearwater/Polk County Extension Service, Minnesota There are many reports of success with Water is a critical nutrient for livestock, algae consuming fish, but little research is one that’s easily overlooked. Water makes available on their effectiveness. Fish offer up over 98 percent of all molecules in the the advantage of needing little attention and body and is necessary for regulation of can be left in the tank the entire summer. body temperature, growth, reproduction, Although commonly found in home lactation, digestion, lubrication of joints, aquariums, goldfish are actually a member eyesight, and as a cleansing agent. A shortof the carp family, but prettier. They surage of clean water may have harmful effects vive on a diet of aquatic plants, insects and often blamed on other causes. mosquito larvae. The University of MisGrazing livestock typically have water souri suggests 4-6 goldfish per 100 gallons provided by fountains, stock tanks or ponds. of tank capacity. Water temperature should During the warm summer temperatures, be at least 60°F for best fish survival. After these sources often become fertile breeding the grazing season, goldfish can be taken grounds for algae which may reduce water indoors and saved for the next year. quality, which in turn, often reduces water Minnows intake by the animal.

Minnows have been proposed for use in Keeping the water source clean is a tanks in the relatively cooler northern Minconstant task on most livestock operations, nesota. To determine the potential effectivebut can be made easier with these simple ness, a local rancher has volunteered to help options. conduct a small experiment with his eight Drain Tanks tanks. In the tanks, we will use four treatDraining the tank when not in use is ments: chemical control (Copper sulfate), perhaps the simplest method, but also the most time consuming. With the advent of gold fish, fathead minnows and a control (no the EQIP program, many livestock protreatment). At the end of the grazing season, ducers now use multiple water tanks in we will evaluate the effectiveness of each various paddocks. Since the livestock use while dining on goldfish and minnow sushi. only a portion of these at one time, using a You’re all invited. simple siphon hose to drain the tank when Stock Ponds removing the livestock will keep the tank Copper Sulfate dry and relatively free of algae. Low tech, Apply copper sulfate crystals at a rate of but effective.

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Apply barley straw to the water surface Copper Sulfate at a rate of 225 lbs. per surface acre before Add copper sulfate (Bluestone or Blue the grazing season begins. Spread the straw Vitrol) at the rate of 1/8 teaspoon per 100 over the areas of algae growth. The straw, gallons of water to kill existing algae. The when it decomposes, produces an anti-algae algae should then be mechanically removed. agent. The effective chemical compound is Shading tanks to help slow algae growth produced only when the straw decomposes will also help. in the presence of oxygen, so tightly-packed Zinc Sulfate bales which can become anaerobic are not Dissolve one cup of zinc sulfate in one the best method for application. It may gallon of warm water and put 1/2 cup of take about a month to begin control, which this solution per 100 gallons of water in lasts up to six months depending on varitanks as often as necessary (it will depend ous factors such as temperature and initial on number of animals drinking, amount of algae concentration. The barley straw is organic material in trough, and weather). less effective on ponds with high nutrient Goldfish concentrations.

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USDA grant to fund new agricultural policy research at UNL

All consumers are not the same. Neither are all agricultural producers. Yet ag policy analysis typically has assumed they are, which can result in ineffective or inefficient policies. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) is leading a new research effort to change that approach.

UNL received a two-year $766,166 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to establish a new policy research group within its Center for Agricultural and Food Industrial Organization.

Traditionally, policy studies have imagined a “representative consumer” or “representative producer” in analyzing agricultural policy, said Konstantinos Giannakas, UNL agricultural economics professor who will lead this research.

However, there’s really no such thing.

Consumers respond to food policies in very different ways, driven by preferences, income and other factors. Producers’ responses to ag policies vary, too, depending on factors including education, experience, location, management skills and available technology.

“We’re not all the same. We make different decisions based on where we’re coming from,” said Peter Calow, research professor with UNL’s Office of Research and Economic Development and part of the research team. “It’s hard to take these differences into account. It’s much easier to make the presumption that everybody is the same.”

Calow said policy-makers long have understood that those differences exist, “but they presumed the variability wouldn’t make a lot of difference in the end” in making policies about consumers’ and producers’ decisions.

USDA and others now believe those distinctions potentially make a huge difference, and UNL’s research is aimed at developing a new policy-analysis framework that will take them into account.

Many market studies already account for these differences, Giannakas said, but policy studies are lagging.

As an example, Giannakas pointed out,

one can look at consumers’ reaction to initial introductions of genetically modified foods. European consumers were up in arms initially, while most American consumers were not.

“We’ll be trying to get a handle on these variabilities through observing what people say and do in experimental situations, which is an area called behavioral economics. This is really cutting edge stuff,” Calow said.

Giannakas agreed. “This is novel. This has not been done in ag policy analysis.”

“Economics is about behavior and incentives. Policy is about the kind of incentives you’re creating for people,” Giannakas said. “The so-what question – why USDA is excited about this, why policy makers are excited about this – is this will enable us to take any policy and see how it will affect different consumer groups and different producer groups.”

The research will build on work Giannakas and colleagues have been doing for a decade, which has focused on the market for organic products; the economics of innovation and intellectual property rights; the economic effects of the introduction of genetically modified products under different regulatory and labeling regimes; the role of cooperatives in the agri-food system; conservation compliance on highly erodible lands; the market and welfare impacts of country-of-origin-labeling; and consumer demand for quality-differentiated products.

Once developed, this new framework will be used to analyze important policy issues such as the market potential and best regulatory response to food nanotechnology; producer behavior and design of policies related to downstream water pollution issues; least-cost policies to facilitate commercialization of biomass crops for energy; the impact of agricultural policies on entrepreneurship and the economic development of rural communities; and producer response to various risk management policies.

Policy analysis will be able to determine the effects of different policies on different groups of producers and consumers – for example, comparing consumers of nanofoods vs. consumers of conventional, genetically modified or organic products; low income vs. high income producers; more efficient producers vs. less efficient producers.

“We believe this will lead to improved policy design, enhanced efficiency, increased effectiveness and fewer policy failures,” Giannakas said.

The research, which also will use behavioral and experimental economic methods in policy analysis and design, will involve about 11 faculty as well as graduate and post-doctoral students.

The grant is from USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture.

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It fuels both bombs and power plants, but uranium probably doesn’t come to mind to many people when they think about Nebraska. Still, it’s here and a University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) researcher is mapping the aquifers and rock formations that may contain it.

Most of the world’s uranium is mined in Canada, Australia, Kazakhstan, Russia and elsewhere, yet Nebraska has one of the few working commercial mines in the U.S. where uranium to fuel power plants is mined.

The Crow Butte mine, near Crawford in the Panhandle, has produced about 16 million pounds of uranium extracted from local water bearing geologic formations since 1991.

The uranium it mines is present as a solid mineral, which then is dissolved with oxygen and pumped out.

South of that mine, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Conservation and Survey Division hydrogeologist Steven Sibray is mapping the shallow High Plains (or Ogallala) Aquifer. The data he and his research partners have collected “indicates we are also seeing the deeper water bearing formation at the base of White River Group in the southern Panhandle.

“Our research suggests that commercial uranium mining companies could use this technology to locate uranium-bearing sandstones within the deeper formation,” Sibray said. He added that finding the uraniumbearing sandstones is just the first of several high-risk and costly steps needed to find mineable quantities of the mineral.

“Recent advances in the application of airborne electromagnetic surveys to our ongoing groundwater management programs can also be utilized to map water-bearing formations that host uranium deposits,” said Sibray, of UNL’s School of Natural Resources.

This AEM data, collected by the U.S. Geological Survey and UNL’s Conservation and Survey Division, is part of a project to define the hydrogeologic framework of the High Plains Aquifer, Sibray explained.

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Evidence of the potential for uranium mineralization as far south as Cheyenne County, about 90 miles from the Crow Butte mine, is found in radioactive anomalies shown on borehole geophysical logs from oil and gas tests drilled in the area. This information has been a factor in recent decisions by several mining companies to lease land in the southern Panhandle to explore for uranium.

The airborne AEM technology, which relies on identifying water-bearing formations by their electrical resistance compared to surrounding materials, has helped confirm the presence of potential uranium-bearing formations in several areas that were previously mapped from more traditional oil and gas borehole tests.

“The airborne geophysics may be sexy, but you need the borehole data first,” Sibray said. “That gives us the ‘dots’ for subsurface mapping while the airborne AEM allows us to connect those dots.”

“We use the boreholes to measure the same rock properties as AEM -- how rocks conduct electricity. It’s relatively old technology that was developed for the oil and gas industries, but it works.

“During World War II, engineers developed an electromagnetic tool for locating landmines, which ultimately led to airborne electromagnetic tools after the war that were used by the mining industry to locate metallic mineral deposits,” Sibray explained.

“It took a little longer, but the oil industry was able to use electromagnetic tools in boreholes in the late 1940s early 1950s. It measures the same rock properties as my tools but uses a different method.

“Recently, the airborne methods have been refined and we can now map aquifers using them,” he said.

The newer AEM methods can also “see” and measure deeper into aquifers than was previously possible and are able to map with good results to as much as 500 meters below the earth’s surface.

“Deeper mapping AEM systems would allow mapping of the larger channel deposits of sands and gravels within the White River Group that were formed by rivers approximately 35 to 37 million years ago,” Sibray said, noting that the formation exists over most of the Nebraska Panhandle.

Sibray is conducting this research in cooperation with Bruce Smith, Jared Abraham and James Cannia, of the U.S. Geological Survey. He is a geoscientist and hydrogeologist at UNL’s Panhandle Research and Extension Center in Scottsbluff, where for nearly 25 years he has specialized in developing and using reliable, efficient groundwater monitoring systems that help conservationists, land users and researchers. ##### Far away in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see the beauty, believe in them and try to follow where they lead. -Louisa May Alcott

Barcoding insects as a way to track and control them

By Dennis O’Brien, Agricultural Research Service Barcodes may bring to mind the sales tags and scanners found in supermarkets and other stores. But U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists are using “DNA barcodes” to monitor insects that damage crops as diverse as wheat, barley and potatoes, and to make pest management decisions.

In DNA barcoding, scientists sequence a designated part of an organism’s genome and produce a barcode from it for a systematic comparison with the sequenced DNA of other closely related species. DNA barcodes are being developed on a wide range of plants and animals as part of a global effort to catalogue the diversity of life on Earth.

Matthew Greenstone, an Agricultural Research Service (ARS) entomologist at the agency’s Invasive Insect Biocontrol and Behavior Laboratory in Beltsville, Maryland, is using DNA barcodes in an unconventional way: to identify insect predators best equipped to control the Colorado potato beetle, which is the single most damaging insect pest of potatoes in the Eastern United States.

ARS is USDA’s chief intramural scientific research agency, and this research supports the USDA goal of promoting agricultural sustainability.

Numerous studies have analyzed the gut contents of predatory insects to evaluate their ability to control pests in a field. But predators digest prey at different rates, so simple gut analysis is insufficient for accurately comparing the effectiveness of different predators. Greenstone has fine-tuned the approach, using barcodes to come up with a way to factor in how quickly different insects digest prey.

He and his colleagues collected four potato beetle predators, fed them lab-raised potato beetles and determined how long the pest’s barcoded DNA could be detected in the predators’ guts. The results, published in the journal Entolmologia Experimentalis et Applicata, show the importance of taking digestive rates into account when evaluating insect predators as biocontrol agents. They also may provide guidance to growers on the most effective control strategies for combating a voracious pest.

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Difference between community service and service learning

By Audrey Rider, SDSU Extension 4-H Youth Leadership Field Specialist nesses, community members, parents, Most people are familiar with community youth, teachers, volunteers, and teachers) service and know that it is important to help are involved in planning, execution and out and volunteer, but the new term/initiaevaluation. tive is service learning. Some of you may be • Evaluation: Evaluation seeks to meathinking is there really a difference between sure progress toward the learning and sercommunity service and service learning or vice goals. All partners, especially youth, are they just changing the name. are involved in evaluation.

Community service: “The goal is to help TIPS for conducting a Service-Learnthese groups or people to better their proing project in your youth group gram or life in some way, and we hope the • Start small and be successful. youth providing the service will learn things • Seek youth ownership and leadership such as life skills and processes along the of the service project. way. However, the learning is secondary • Be clear and explicit about the goals and unintentional,” according to Roxanne for the youth— learning, leadership and Turner of Michigan State University Extenpersonal development. sion.

• Explore the causes for the social issues “Service learning is a community serthe youth are addressing. vice on steroids, with intentional learning • Plan far enough ahead to allow commubeing the primary goal and the service nity organizations to participate — usually secondary,” according to Roxanne Turner. a minimum of four weeks.

Service-Learning is a method of teaching • Serve the youth; lead by example. that enriches learning by engaging youth • Conduct formal reflection with the in meaningful service in their schools and youth. communities. Through careful integration • Maintain open and regular communicawith established curricula, lessons gained tion with the volunteer coordinator at the from hands-on service heighten interest and agency for the service project. enhance academic achievement, citizenship • Celebrate when the project is over and and character development. (NYLC, 1994) recognize youth accomplishments. Media Here are some elements of high quality coverage of the project is an excellent form service learning to take into consideration: of recognition.

• Integrated Learning: When integrated • Conduct an evaluation of the project learning occurs, the service activity enwith the youth, parents, agency, clients, etc. hances the important knowledge, skills, or • Recognize the community organizagoals of the class, school, or youth group. tion’s efforts —through thank-you cards, • High Service: Work that is considered letters, newsletter article, etc. high service meets a real need in the com• HAVE FUN munity (as defined by the community), is I want to leave you with this famous age appropriate, well-organized and gets something done. quote by General Colin Powell “By teaching • Youth Voice: Youth should be engaged young people the joys of service, we make in as many aspects of project planning as good citizenship a vital, transforming and possible. continuing aspect of our national character.”

• Reflection: Reflection should take place before (to prepare), during (to troubleshoot) ##### and after (to process) service activities.

Finger holes in bowling balls have been • Collaboration: All stakeholders (infound to contain “substantial” amounts of cluding administrators, agencies, busifecal contamination.

Crop progress & Crop Condition Index

By Donald Guthmiller, SDSU Extension Crops Business Management Field Specialist The Crop Condition Index (CCI), is calculated to track the condition of a specific crop from week to week during the growing season. It is based on the crop condition ratings reported each week in USDA’s Crop Progress Report. South Dakota’s office of the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) surveys Extension Educators and others each week to determine crop progress and crop condition during the growing season. Information from this weekly survey is released each Monday afternoon.

The formula above is one used by the South Dakota State University (SDSU) Department of Economics to calculate the condition index of the specific crop to determine a score that can be tracked during the spring and summer (the formula above shows a weekly calculation for the national corn condition index and the South Dakota corn condition index from several years ago). This score helps evaluate the condition trend of the crop. The condition index is calculated by giving a 1 to 5 numeric value to the five condition ratings of very poor, poor, fair, good, and excellent. These numeric values are multiplied by the percentage reported each week in each category. Those values are then added together to arrive at the weekly condition index. This same formula is used for all crops, including the calculation of the range/ pasture condition index. The index range is 0 – 500.

The ratings trend over time is typically much more important than a single week’s condition score (index). The trend describes the condition of the crop over time. In general terms, any condition score of 350 or higher is a score describing a crop in good to excellent condition. A score of 300 to 349 would indicate a crop in fair to good condition; any score under 300 would typically be a crop that is in varying degrees of fair condition to very poor condition.

While it is not unusual to see condition ratings below 300, this does not necessarily mean the crop will not recover to produce high yields; rather it simply tells us that at a given point in time, the crop is in relatively poor condition. Again, the trend of the condition index over time is typically more important. The time of the year when a high or low rating occurs along with the ratings trend before or after that high or low rating, will likely tell more about yield potential than simply looking at one specific week’s rating.

The condition rating is important because the markets follow the weekly progress and condition reports closely throughout the growing season. The markets can, and will, react to these ratings particularly if the ratings are better or worse than expected and/or if the trend from the previous weeks ratings are confirming expectations of a good crop or a poor crop.

The weekly Crop Progress & Condition Report includes degree days, temperature, precipitation, crop planting progress, crop development and harvesting progress. This report is issued weekly.

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By Ron Smith, Horticulturist Q: I just purchased two clump river birches in containers. There are three trunks in each container. The tag on the trees says to plant them 35 feet apart. However, I do not have that much room. After comparing pictures of the tag and ones on the Web, it seems that the same species of birch are being planted much closer together (10 to 15 feet apart).

The picture of the trees looks great and is what I want to accomplish in my yard. What would you do?

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