November 2015

NOVEMBER 2015

Vol. XVI No. 10 P.O. Box 997 Conrad, MT 59425-0997

Phone 406-271-5533 Fax 406-271-5727 website: tradersdispatch.com E-MAIL: trader@3rivers.net

Montana Pulse Day

The Montana Department of Agriculture and Pulse Advisory Committee will host Montana Pulse Day as scheduled on December 9th in Great Falls at the Best Western Heritage Inn. The annual event will feature a panel of pulse producers, industry representatives, researchers, officials, and pulse manufacturers. The event will also highlight activities associated with the 2016 International Year of Pulses to market and promote Montana pulses.

“Montana has seen tremendous growth in pulse acres, leading the nation in dry pea and lentil production. We want to offer an event for producers that provides helpful and timely information and education. The Montana Pulse Advisory Committee will serve as hosts for this important conference,” said Kim Falcon, deputy director for the department.

With Montana’s growth in pulse production, Montana Pulse Day is an opportunity for the industry to come together to discuss research, processing, transportation, marketing, and continued growth of this state industry.

Interested pulse producers and industry representatives should contact Jana Mertens at (406) 444-2402 or via email at jmertens@mt.gov to register for the event.

The Montana Department of Agriculture’s mission is to protect producers and consumers, and to enhance and develop agriculture and allied industries. For more information on the Montana Department of Agriculture, visit agr.mt.gov.

UPCOMING AUCTIONS

Nov. 1-14, D&M Associates, LLC, Living Estate, Online....................................A2 Nov. 1-19, Musser Bros Inc, Edgar Machine & Repair, Online..........................A4 Nov. 1-21, D&M Associates, LLC, Moving Auction, Online................................A2 Nov. 1-30, Kinsey Auctioneers & Real Estate, Equipment, Online....................A8 Nov. 13, Steffes Group, Large Estate Farm, Bowman, ND.................................A3 Nov. 15, Jim Ellis Auctioneers, Looker, Huson.................................................A12 Nov. 15- Dec. 3, Musser Bros Inc, Year End Construction & Ag Equipment, Online................................................................................................................A5 Nov. 18, Buckley Auctions, Dirkes, Inc., Choteau...............................................A7 Nov. 19, Sullivan Auctioneers, LLC, Oregon Trail Equipment LLC, Beatrice NE. ...........................................................................................................................A9 Nov. 19, RK Statewide Auctions, Richland County Land Auction, Sidney.....A14 Nov. 21, Ophus Auction Service, End of the Year, Big Sandy..........................A15

PRODUCTION SALES

Nov. 14, Laubach Red Angus, Big Timber.......................................................... A6 Nov. 18, Hereford Influence Feeder Calf Sale, Three Forks............................ A10 Nov. 21, Thistledew Land & Cattle Company, Joliet.................A4, A39, B14, C38 Nov. 23, Bobcat Angus, Great Falls.................................................................. A13 Dec. 4, Harmon Angus, Lavina......................................................................... A17 Dec. 5, Montana’s Choice - Simmental, Billings.............................................. A19 Jan. 26, Churchill Cattle Co, Manhattan........................................................... A10 Mar. 1, Hill’s Ranch Simmentals, Stanford....................................................... A25

UW Extension offers beef cattle AI school

By University of Wyoming Extension Beef cattle artificial insemination is the subject of a four-day course in Riverton offered by UW Extension.

School days are November 12, 16, 19 and 23, from 10 a.m.4 p.m. at the Fremont County Fairgrounds Armory Building at 1010 Fairground Road.

Extension educator Chance Marshall said the hands-on course teaches AI palpation and technique, anatomy and physiology, genetic selection, estrus synchronization, nutrition, heifer development, equipment use and more.

Cost is $75 for adults and $60 for high school and college students. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.

The Wyoming State Veterinary Board gives classroom credit for those seeking certification as a bovine artificial insemination technician.

For more information or to register, contact Kim Collins at 307-332-2363 or Marshall at 307-682-7281 or clm10@ccgov.net.

Corn harvest was underway the first part of October for the Vogel Land and Cattle Company near Ballantine, Montana. There are now five generations taking an active role and continuing the family legacy.

North Dakota State University schedules calf backgrounding program

By NDSU Extension Service Cattle producers will be able to learn about Stokka, Extension veterinarian and livestock backgrounding calves during a video program stewardship specialist, NDSU Animal Scithe North Dakota State University Extension ences Department Service is offering in October.

• This year’s feed situation: availability The program consists of prerecorded preand prices – Hoppe • Delaying weaning or weaning onto latesentations, which will be available beginning season grazing alternatives - Fara Brummer, at 7 p.m. October 22. area Extension livestock systems specialist, “Backgrounding is an alternative to selling NDSU Central Grasslands Research Extencalves at weaning,” says Karl Hoppe, area Extension livestock specialist at the NDSU sion Center, and John Dhuyvetter, area ExCarrington Research Extension Center. “This tension livestock systems specialist, NDSU program will help producers learn more North Central Research Extension Center about the cattle-feeding issues with volatile For more information, contact Dhuyvetmarket prices, managing calves preweaning ter at (701) 857-7682 or john.dhuyvetter@ for a successful weaning, veterinary issues, ndsu.edu; Bummer at (701) 424-3606 or fara. feed availability, alternative feeds and feed brummer@ndsu.edu; Hoppe at (701) 652price, and alternative grazing programs for 2951 or karl.hoppe@ndsu.edu; or your local weaning.”

Extension agent.

Go to https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/cattledocs to access the presentations from your computer or smartphone.

PRIVATE TREATY Beery’s Land & Livestock Co., Vida............................ A10 The topics and presenters for this event are: Brillhart Ranch Co., Musselshell................................. A10 • Feeding calves in a declining market Churchill Cattle Co, Manhattan................................... A10 Tim Petry, Extension livestock economist, Dutton Hereford Ranch, Gold Creek........................... A10 Feddes Herefords, Manhattan..................................... A10 NDSU Agribusiness and Applied Economics L Bar W, Loyning & Walen Cattle Co., Absarokee...... A10 Department McMurry Cattle, Billings............................................... A10 • Setting calves up for weaning - Carl Muddy Creek Livestock, Choteau............................... A14 Dahlen, Extension beef cattle specialist, Peterson Sheep Co., Lemmon SD................................. A9 Thomas Herefords, Gold Creek................................... A10 NDSU Animal Sciences Department Wichman Herefords, Moore......................................... A10 • Stocking the medicine room - Gerald

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Bid today at this MOVING TO BE NEAR THE GRANDKIDS

Online ONLY Auction near TOWNSEND, MT There are many great items including: Firearms, camping, shop tools, 2007 FORD FOCUS 5 speed, art, yard and garden, glass blowing, pottery, furniture, glassware, kitchen, household and more!

Auction Closes: Saturday, November 21, beginning at 7:00 p.m. (Mountain time)

www.dmauctionsonline.com Online Now! Bid Today! For the Living Estate of Gerald (Jerry) and Harriet Morgan, of Manhattan, MT Items include antique glassware, furniture, art, oak roll top desk, awesome pine Armoire, firearms, ammo, knives, camping, traps, tools, and Jerry’s 1997 Chevy Silverado 2500 4x4 pickup, and more!

Auction Closes: Saturday, November 14, beginning at 7:00 p.m. (Mountain time) Bid today!

Lewistown, MT

Buyer’s premium applies to all items, so please bid accordingly. All items are sold as is, where is, with all faults.

Marilyn Burns, Auctioneer • 406.570.3922

TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT SPOKANE, WA 1-800-366-4497 James Cell: 509-714-8232

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Resources to help property owners contend with wildfire

By University of Wyoming Extension Information that could help landowners and homeowners before, during and after wildfires is available from the University of Wyoming (UW) Extension.

“Dry and windy conditions around the state have had many of us thinking about wildfire, whether we live in forested or grass lands,” said Jennifer Thompson, small-acreage issue team coordinator with UW Extension. “If this is on your mind, you may want to review your wildfire damage prevention and evacuation plans. We have some resources that can help get you started making a plan or help you review your current plan.”

Information at http://bit.ly/wildfirewise includes a 48-page guide “Living with Wildfire in Wyoming” that can be viewed or downloaded. Its individual stories are also available for viewing or download. Topics include creating defensible space around a property, animal evacuation plans, homeowner or business insurance checkup, firewise landscaping, reducing wildfire risks and more.

Hardcopy versions are in many local UW Extension offices (http://www.uwyo.edu/uwe/county/) around the state.

Extension has offices in every county and the Wind River Reservation.

For more information, contact Thompson at 307-745-3698 or UW Extension offices.

Hunter, bowhunter education instructors needed in Dillon

By Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is seeking volunteer instructors for its hunter and bowhunter education programs in the Dillon area. Currently, there are no bowhunter education instructors for the Dillon community for 2016, so bowhunters are especially encouraged to apply.

Hunter and bowhunter education are state mandated courses which are taught by dedicated volunteers. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking more of these dedicated men and women to help serve these areas. Anyone who is at least twelve years old is eligible to apply.

The heart of Montana’s Hunter and Bowhunter Education programs is the corps of dedicated volunteer instructors.

They stand as examples of how each hunter should demonstrate ethics, behavior and responsibility to themselves, landowners, other hunters and the resource.

These instructors choose to honor Montana’s hunting heritage and “Pass it On” by sharing their skills, experiences and their love of hunting and Montana’s vast resources with those new to hunting and the outdoor adventure.

For information on becoming a hunter or bowhunter education instructor, please call Sara Smith in the FWP Helena Region Information and Education Office at (406) 444-9948 or visit http://fwp.mt.gov/education/hunter/instructors/ to learn more and apply.

THE TRADER’S DISPATCH (USPS 019-793)

November 2015 — Vol. XVI No. 10 2004 Volvo VNL64T430 Volvo D12 435 hp, 10 speed transmission, 42” flat top sleeper, air ride, air slide, lo-pro 22.5 tires, ONLY 745,500 miles.....................................CALL for Details

2011 Volvo VNL64T300 Volvo D13, Eaton 10 speed transmission, all aluminum wheels, wide base drives, air slide 5th wheel, ONLY 335,000 miles, excellent condition.....CALL for Details

2010 Volvo VNL Dump Truck, Cummins ISX, 525 hp, Eaton 18 speed, 46,000 rears, 16,000 front axle, locking rears, only 467,000 miles...

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By NDSU Extension Service The Bank of North Dakota’s Student Loan Division is this year’s recipient of the Friend of the North Dakota Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Award.

The Bank of North Dakota’s Student Loan Division, through staff such as Wally Erhardt, the director, and Char Skjonsby, has helped countless North Dakota students realize their dreams of a higher education degree and increase their financial literacy.

The bank has partnered with the NDSU Extension Service on a number of successful programs through the North Dakota Jump$tart Coalition. The coalition is a nonprofit organization that works actively to improve citizens’ financial literacy by teaching them the financial skills they need for a successful and prosperous life. The Real World Camp for elementary students is one example of that partnership.

NDSU Extension and bank personnel also have worked to educate the public through speaking engagements and workshops, providing information and materials, and collaborating with public and private organizations and lawmakers on various projects throughout the state.

Erhardt received the award on behalf of the bank at the joint NDSU Extension and Research Extension Center conference in Bismarck.

MISCELLANEOUS FARM ITEMS FOR SALE

Case IH 810 pickup header with Victory attachment. Good condition, dual belt pickup..$4000 obo Case IH 1010 30-ft. header, finger pickup reel, hydraulic fore/aft, dual drive, oil bath wobble box.

Good condition. Header trailer in excellent condition and good tires........................$10,500 obo 1968 Chevrolet spreader truck, 7 ton Formax box, single spinner, mechanical drive, new Shur-Lok tarp, 366 ci engine, 4 speed transmission. Mechanically sound, runs strong and smooth, drives good.............................................................................................................................$4500 obo

Call or text (406) 788-9638, Carter, Montana

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2007 International 4300 DT466, Allison automatic, twin screw, new 8.5-ft.x20-ft.x69” unibody grain box with grain and silage/beet gate.

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2007 International 8600 ISM Cummins 330 hp, 6 speed Allison automatic, A/C, new 8.5-ft.x20-ft.x69” Unibody box and hoist with grain/ beet combo endgate.......... $62,500

2002 International 4900 DT466, 10 speed, twin screw, new 22-ft.x8ft.x69” unibody grain box with grain and beet engate.................$43,500

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AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Most major pieces have been purchased new and always stored inside. Everything is field ready. Major equipment begins selling at 11:00 AM MST. Live online bidding on major equipment. Registration, terms, & details at SteffesGroup.com. Location: 403 6th St NE, Bowman, ND. From Bowman, ND, 1/4 mile north on ND Hwy. 85.

TRACK & 4WD TRACTORS 2013 Case-IH Quadtrac 550, luxury cab, leather, cab susp., powershift, 5 hyd., high cap. hyd. pump, integrated auto steer, Pro 700 with 372 receiver, radar, front & rear diff lock, electric adj. mirrors, HID lights, high cap. drawbar, clear view idler caps, 30” tracks, 601 hrs., S/NZCF133301 2010 JD 9630, deluxe cab, comfort pkg., active seat, buddy seat, powershift, 4 hyd., integrated AutoTrac, diff lock, AM/FM/WB/CD, ext. mirrors, motor seal drain kit, weight pkg. including (4) 1,500 lb., (12) 450 lb., (4) 165 lb., (20) 100 lb. suitcase weights, 808 total hrs., S/N1RWR9630PHAP017182 MFWD TRACTORS & LOADER 2012 JD 8335R, premium CommandView II cab, active seat, buddy seat, powershift, ILS, JDLink, 3 hyd., 60 gpm hyd. pump, return flow, 3 pt., quick hitch, 1000 PTO, 7” color display, AutoTrac ready, diff lock, radar, cold start pkg., power mirrors, (12) front suitcase weights, rear wheel weights, 580 hrs., S/N1RW8335RLBP053677 2014 JD 6115D, open station ROPS, 9 spd. w/reverser, 3 hyd., 3 pt., 540/1000 PTO, loader ready w/3function joystick and loader mounts, rear weights, approx. 90 hrs., S/N1P06115DKDM051807, warranty until March 31, 2017 or 2,000 hrs.

GPS EQUIPMENT 2011 JD 2630 display, SF1, 526 hrs., S/NPCGU2UA315563 2011 JD 2630 display, SF1, 1,350 hrs., S/NPCGU2UA204570 2011 JD 2630 display, SF1, Swath Pro, 497 hrs., S/NPCGU2UA300959 2012 JD SF3000 receiver, SF1, S/NPCGT3TA330184 JD Starfire receiver, SF1 w/updates JD universal GPS wiring harness, complete JD brown box display w/processor, parallel tracking and data cards JD brown box display w/processor, Harvest Doc and data card COMBINES & HEADS 2013 Case-IH 8230, deluxe cab, AFX rotor, Field Tracker, Pro 700 display, 372 receiver, guidance, Power Plus CVT drive, heavy duty planetaries, standard cut chopper, Y&M, rock trap, chopper, reverser, power adj. mirrors, electric sieve adj., high cap. extended unloading auger, HID lights, round bar & New

small grain concaves, rear hitch w/12v winch, 95.3 sep. hrs., 152 engine hrs., S/NYDG218459 2010 NH CR9070, Tier 3, deluxe cab, leather, twin rotor, Terrain Tracer, Intelliview Plus II monitor, HP/XP 372 receiver w/subscription download, integrated auto steer, automatic stone protection system, high cap. extended unloading auger, Crary hopper ext., standard chopper, deluxe lighting pkg., heavy duty planetaries, small wire and round bar concaves, 1,340 sep. hrs., 1,685 engine hrs., New feeder chain, bearings, wear plates & drive chain, work orders available, S/NYAG113561 2013 Case-IH 2010 rigid head, 30’, double sickle drive, full finger auger, New Seedeater 9” sunflower pans, single pt. hookup, fits on Case-IH or NH combines, used on approx. 600 acres, S/NYDZL56001 2013 Case-IH 2162 flex draper head, 40’, upper cross auger, fore/ aft, double sickle drive, poly skids, finger reel, slow speed transport, adapter for Case-IH or NH, never used, S/NYDZN35147 Set of lift rods for Case-IH 2162 2013 Case-IH 2162 flex draper head, 40’, upper cross auger, fore/ aft, double sickle drive, poly skids, slow speed transport, New cutter bar, used on approx. 7,000 total acres, S/NYDZN35151 2013 Case-IH 3412 non-chopping corn head, 12x30”, hyd. deck plates, auto header height 3-sensor system, knife pinch rolls, fits CaseIH & NH combines, only 600 total acres, S/NYDS039620

SELF-PROPELLED SPRAYERS 2013 Case-IH SPX4430 selfpropelled sprayer, luxury cab, AccuGuide guidance w/Nav II controller, 90/120’ boom, 20” space, active susp., 7-section shut-off, left & right fence row nozzles, 1,200 gal. SS tank, Aim Command, Pro 700 display, HP/XP receiver, 5-sensor auto boom control, touch down wheels, back up camera, dual beacons, HID lights, radar, hyd. tread adj., traction control, front 3” fill, SS inductor, 660 hrs., S/ NYCT032679 2011 JD 4930 self-propelled sprayer, deluxe cab, buddy seat, integrated auto steer, 60/90/120’ boom, 1,200 gal. SS tank, 5-sensor Auto Boom height control, high flow solution pump, double boom break-away, 5-way nozzle bodies,

left & right hand fence row nozzles, 450/475 hp., 10 spd., engine brake, SS eductor, radar, HID lights, hyd. air ride, air slide 5th, cruise, diff leveling, wheel motor shields, 107 lock, wet kit, 246” WB, 520,000 spray hrs., 280 engine hrs., 18,878 miles, fresh DOT acres, S/NN04930X013513 2013 Ford F550 Super Duty dually, Set (4) Firestone 380/105R50 row 4-door, 6.7 Powerstroke diesel, crop tires and rims, New, w/narrow automatic, 4WD, 65” cab-to-axle, fenders, for JD 4930 sprayer customized Knapheide service WHEEL LOADER & ATTACHMENTS body with pull-out drawers, 450 gal. fuel tank w/25 gpm electric 2006 Komatsu WA150-5 wheel pump, VanAir all-in-one 40cfm loader, deluxe cab, ride control, compressor, 300 amp 6/12/24 volt traction control, 3rd hyd. valve, battery charger & booster, 300 amp Vallee quick tach 8’ bucket, 2.2 yd. bucket w/bolt-on cutting edge, 1,150 welder, 7,000 watt power plant, 29 hp. Kohler EFI motor, 56” light bar, hrs., S/NKMTWA05/L01072020 50’x5” air hose reel, 40’x1” diesel Vallee pallet forks, 5’, adj. fuel reel, fully stocked with hand, Vallee wheel loader snow pusher, 10’, mts. for pushing/back dragging power and air tools, running boards, 17,000 miles GRAIN CART 1966 Chevrolet C60, tandem axle, 2013 Unverferth 1015 Xtreme grain 327, 4&2 spd., 14’ box, roll tarp, cart, 1,000 bu., 20” front corner approx. 31,450 original miles auger, hyd. adj. spout, 1000 PTO, DigiStar 512 scale with autolog, roll HOPPER BOTTOM tarp, lights, rear view camera, red, & OTHER TRAILERS 2006 Timpte hopper bottom, S/NB30070127 34’x96”x72”, air ride, electric tarp, NO-TILL AIR DRILL electric trap openers, wireless 2012 JD 1895 no-till air drill, 43’, 10” remotes, air scale, SS rear, space, new discs, all run blockage plumbed for hyd. drill fill, New tarp monitor, dry fertilizer kit for front and brakes, fresh DOT rank w/all run blockage monitor, (2) Vulcan single axle header New Dickey John NH3 w/JD rate trailers, 30’, single poles controller, Raven AccuFlow Super 2013 Big Tex tandem axle tilt bed Cooler, high flotation tires, 2012 JD trailer, 22’, 18’ tilt/4’ stationary, 1910 tow-behind 3-compartment spring ride, 2-5/16” hitch, brakes tank, 430 bu., 10” auger, variable 2012 Big Tex 14TL tandem axle tilt rate, power calibration, double shoot, bed trailer, 22’, 18’ tilt/4’ stationary, fill light pkg., rear hitch w/New NH3 7’ wide, spring ride, 2-5/16” hitch, winch, front walking tandems, (1) blue less than 3,000 miles & (2) green rolls, 14,944 acres, tank 2014 CarryOn utility trailer, S/N1A81910HJCG745551, drill S/ 10’x66”, spring ride N1A81985XKCH750162 1975 WW tandem axle gooseneck Yellow fine seed roll for JD 1895 livestock trailer, 26’x6’ air drill

TILLAGE EQUIPMENT 2011 Case-IH PTX600 chisel plow, 62’, New Dickey John NH3 system, 5-section swath control shut-off, 5-bar harrow, New hoses and openers, New tow-behind hitch and heavy duty hyd. winch for Twin-Pac tanks, approx.. 3,000 acres use JD 650 disc, 32’, 9” space, 24”x .25” blades measure at 23”, single pt. depth, hyd. leveling, walking tandems, scrapers, front stabilizer wheels, S/NN00650X005100 IHC 55 chisel plow, 22’, 12” space, single wing fold, single wheels across, Flexi-Coil 3-bar harrow SEMI TRACTOR, SERVICE & BOX TRUCK 2001 Freightliner CST12064 Select Truck, day cab, 12.7 liter Detroit,

SPREAD AXLE SPRAY TRAILERS 2001 Wilson spread axle, 48’x102”, air ride, sliding winches, (2) aluminum toolboxes, (2) 2012 horizontal 3,000 gal. baffled tanks, 500 gal. horizontal baffled tank, 25 gal. 2” Batchboy, (2) 2” electric hose reels, (2) 2” transfer pumps, 2” plumbing, fresh DOT 1985 East aluminum spread axle, 45’x96”, air ride, winches, New 5th wheel plate, (4) 1,650 gal. vertical tanks, 2” 25 gal. Batchboy, (2) 2” electric hose reels, (2) 2” transfer pumps, 2” plumbing, fresh DOT NH3 EQUIPMENT 2014 B-B Twin-Pac 2,900 gal. NH3 tanks, cross-over fill option, tandem axle, lights, brakes, 16.5L-16.1 flotation tires, S/N029987

AUGERS & CONVEYOR 2011 Westfield MK100-81 auger, 81’x10”, reverser, electric swing low pro hopper, New 5,000 lb. electric winch w/(2) remotes, 540 PTO, adj. axle, no fertilizer, single owner, S/N230722 2014 Harvest International 836 auger, 36’x8”, bottom end hopper, 10 hp., 3 phase, approx. 3,500 bu., S/N07012 2013 Brandt 1535 Field Loader conveyor auger, 35’x15”, low profile hopper, 10 hp., 3 phase electric, only 10,000 bu., S/N102796 LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT (3) Sioux bale feeders, (2) bale cap. each Single bale feeder Cattle mineral feeder (2) Galvanized 250 gal. stock tanks (6) Portable corral panels, 9-1/2’ Walk-thru corral gate, 4’ (11) Cement feed bunks, 6’ OTHER EQUIPMENT Shop-built drill fill, side discharge JD 1508 batwing mower, 1000 PTO JD JX75 push mower Approx. (9) ICOM ICF5011 business band radios, VHF CHEVROLET CORVETTE 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport, 4LT, 100th Anniversary Edition, 6.2 liter LS3, automatic 6 spd. paddle shift, magnetic ride control, removable top, heads up display, 4,200 actual miles ATV 2013 Honda Rancher AT 4-wheel ATV, 420cc, fuel injected, automatic, 830 miles SHOP EQUIPMENT Alkota 5182 fuel oil pressure washer, 220v Karcher HD2600DK cold water pressure washer, Kohler 6 hp. gas motor, 2600 psi, 2.8 gpm DeWalt DXH50K portable heater, 50,000 BTU IR 160-W-JD-U portable air compressor, 160 cfm, JD 4 cyl. engine, 1,175 total hrs.

Honda portable air compressor, 5.5 hp. gas motor, hose reel Miller Spectrum 375 Extreme portable plasma cutter, 1/2-3/4” Ryobi bench top drill press Jack stands Chop saw Portable air tank Misc. hand & shop tools

ROBERT HILTON ESTATE LIVING TRUST & LOUISE HILTON | Bob Morland, Trustee

TANKS 500 gal. horizontal water tank 400 gal. horizontal water tank 220 gal. fuel tank, w/12v pump 70 gal. DEF tank, 12v pump PARTS & FARM SUPPORT ITEMS

AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: The following items are New or Demo units and ND sales tax will apply.

SOIL CONDITIONER 2014 J&M TF215 soil conditioner, 45’, torsion flex, twin double twist baskets, ext. hitch, New demo unit, used on 500 acres, New warranty, S/N1308832 HEADER TRAILERS (2) 2015 Harvest International HB4245 high speed tandem axle header trailers, 42’, torsion susp., lights, no brakes but can be added, New w/ warranty, S/N7999 & S/N8001 CONVEYOR & AUGERS 2015 Harvest International FC1545 field loader conveyor, 45’x15”, Kohler 26.5 hp. EFI electric start motor, selfcontained hyd., hyd. mover kit w/hyd. winch, New w/warranty 2014 Harvest International 1392 auger, 92’x13”, reverser, steel backbone, mechanical swing low pro hopper, New w/warranty 2015 Harvest International 1082 auger, 82’x10”, low pro swing hopper, reverser, New w/warranty, S/N8689 HOPPER BINS 2014 Meridian MP1625 fertilizer hopper bin, 5,000 bu., (3) view glasses, bottom pokehole and manway, LevAlert indicator, ladder, 4”x6” triple base skid, New w/warranty, S/N6220140847838 2015 Meridian GM4000 hopper bin, 4,119 bu., (3) view glasses, bottom manway, ladder, double base skid, S/N62201506-51940 BIN FANS Caldwell ILC24-512 bin fan, 24”, 5 hp., 1 phase, New Caldwell LP burner, for bin fan, 24”, New, S/N31-135KBTU

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For information contact Kevin Hilton, 701.523.6536

For information contact Kevin Hilton, 701.523.6536 or from Steffes Group, Brad Olstad, 701.237.9173, 701.238.0240 or Tadd Skaurud, 701.237.9173 , 701.729.3644 Steffes Group Inc., 2000 Main Avenue East, West Fargo, ND 58078 | Brad Olstad ND319, Scott Steffes ND81, Bob Steffes ND82, Max Steffes ND999, Ashley Huhn ND843, Eric Gabrielson ND890, Randy Kath ND894 | 701.237.9173 | SteffesGroup.com TERMS: All items sold as is where is. Payment of cash or check must be made sale day before removal of items. Statements made auction day take precedence over all advertising. $35 documentation fee applies to all titled vehicles. Titles will be mailed. Canadian buyers need a bank letter of credit to facilitate border transfer.

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WSU faculty, students share expertise at organic farming conference

By Sylvia Kantor, WSU CAHNRS ten of the 25 workshops offered this year.

Experts from Washington State UniverWorkshops featuring WSU experts include: sity (WSU) will share the latest research • Sustainable beef and pork production and practical information about organic – Mark Heitstuman, Jan Busboom, and and sustainable farming at the annual Tilth Susan Kerr Producers of Washington conference No• Starting a small-scale dairy – Susan vember 13 to 15 at the Spokane Convention.

Kerr It will include off-site tours, a trade show, • Measuring soil health – David Huggins, and a poster session. To avoid a late charge, Tabitha Brown, Jason Morrow and Kendall register by October 27. Registration and the Kahl full workshop schedule are available at: • Environmental footprint of organic http://tilthproducers.org/programs/conferfarming – Lynne Carpenter-Boggs, David ence-2/.

Granatstein, Stewart Huggins, and CorneIn the keynote address, WSU regents’ lius Adewale professor of soil science and agroecology • Brassica Black Leg in the Pacific NorthJohn Reganold will share his vision for the west – Lindsey Du Toit future of global food and ecosystem secu• Irrigation Management for Drought – rity, based on a research and teaching career Troy Peters that spans more than 30 years.

• Farm Internship Programs in Washing“Although organic agriculture has an ton – Laura Lewis, Kellie Henwood, and untapped potential role in global food and Clea Rome ecosystem security, no one farming system • Leveraging farmers markets to expand alone will safely feed the planet,” he said. sales – Colleen Donovan “A blend of organic and other innovative • Growing new farm businesses – Kate farming systems, including agroforestry, Selting integrated farming, conservation agriculEvery year beginning and established ture and still undiscovered systems will be farmers alike gather to network and learn needed.” the latest in organic and sustainable farmReganold said he is inspired to speak at ing from seed to fork at the conference. the conference because it draws “innovaThis year the theme: “Building tilth: Fields, tive farmers and scientists who care about farmers and community” is meant to honor agriculture and its sustainability.” forty years of the movement to build healthy More than fifteen faculty and students soil through farmer education. from WSU will share their expertise among ##### The heaviest turkey ever raised weighed 86 pounds, about the size of an average third-grader.

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Wine grape flour reduces cholesterol in lab animal study

By Sandra Avant, Agricultural Research Service A U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientist is investigating the potential health benefits of specialty flours-particularly those made from wine grape seeds.

Working with WholeVine Products, a Sonoma, California, company that makes wine grape flours, Agricultural Research Service (ARS) chemist Wallace Yokoyama found that hamsters fed diets similar in caloric content to the American diet mixed with Chardonnay white wine grape seeds had reduced blood cholesterol, hepatic steatosis— also known as “fatty liver”—and weight gain compared to hamsters fed diets without grape seeds or Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah red grape seed flour. According Yokoyama, hamsters were used in these preliminary laboratory experiments, because they absorb cholesterol from food, and synthesize it in the liver, in much the same way as humans.

Although earlier research by other scientists has shown cholesterol-lowering and weight-control effects from highly purified extracts of winemaking byproducts, this ARS study is the first to show that flour milled from whole grape seeds, with a little of their natural oil, is able to reduce blood cholesterol levels.

Yokoyama and his team also examined changes in the activity of some of the genes associated with obesity. They found that leptin, which is usually high in people who are obese, decreased. Adiponectin, which is believed to help prevent diabetes and atherosclerosis, increased.

Other grape seed research underway involves looking at the effect of grape seed flour and bacteria living in the animal’s gut. Yokoyama and his colleagues are adding Chardonnay grape seed flour to rations fed to laboratory mice to find out if this changes the kinds and amounts of bacteria dwelling in their gut. This research is important because some gut bacteria may be beneficial in controlling obesity or reducing risk of type 2 diabetes, according to Yokoyama.

ARS and its collaborator, WholeVine Products, have applied for a patent for their grape seed flour discoveries.

ARS is USDA’s principal intramural scientific research agency.

Future fisheries projects approved

By Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks More than $440,000 in funding was approved recently by the Montana Fish & Wildlife (FWP) Commission for 17 projects to improve Montana fisheries.

The commission approved the Future Fisheries Improvement Program projects submitted for the summer funding cycle in areas across Montana, including 11 west and seven east of the Continental Divide.

The fisheries improvements will help arctic grayling, bull trout, westslope cutthroat trout, brown trout, brook trout, rainbow trout, mountain whitefish and other native fish.

Work includes stream channel restoration, riparian fencing, planting vegetation to stabilize stream banks, removal of barriers to fish migration, adding fish passage structures to irrigation diversions to allow for fish movement, increasing flow to streams, improving efficiency of irrigation systems, increasing spawning habitat, and more.

This year’s funding was matched by more than $2.16 million from outside sources. Private citizens, conservation districts, watershed groups, governmental agencies, and others submitted a total of 19 proposed projects.

Applications for the FFIP winter-cycle grants are due November 30. Application forms are available on FWP’s website and from FWP regional offices in Kalispell, Missoula, Bozeman, Great Falls, Billings, Glasgow, Miles City or the Fisheries Division in Helena.

Any individual or group with a project designed to restore or enhance habitat for wild or native fish may apply for FFIP funding. Applicants are encouraged to work with local FWP fisheries biologists. Landowners and other project partners usually share project costs, extending FFIP dollars.

More information and FFIP applications are available on FWP’s website at fwp.mt.gov. Visit the Fishing home page, and scroll down to find the link to the Future Fisheries Improvement Program in a blue information box. ##### 88% of the population eat turkey at Thanksgiving dinner.

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Wolf trapper certification class

By Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) will host a wolf trapping certification class in Bozeman at its Region 3 Headquarters (1400 S. 19th Ave.) on Saturday, November 14 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Certification is mandatory for anyone planning to trap wolves in Montana. Trappers who have successfully completed a wolf trapping course in Montana or Idaho do not need to retake the course.

Classes are free, and interested students can check the schedule and register online at fwp.mt.gov. Follow the links to “hunter education.” Classes are also being held this fall in Missoula and Kalispell.

In addition to specifics on equipment and techniques, participants will learn about the history, ethics, management and regulations related to wolves and wolf trapping.

Montana’s wolf trapping season runs from December 15, 2015 to February 29, 2016.

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Hunters asked to report signs of wolves

By Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks State wildlife officials remind landowners, hikers, anglers, OHV riders and others in the outdoors this fall to report wolf sightings to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP).

The public’s sightings help verify the activity, distribution and individual pack sizes of Montana’s wolf population.

To report a wolf sighting, use the form found on the FWP website at fwp.mt.gov. Information about where, when and how many wolves are seen, and if possible the GPS coordinates of a sighting, is especially helpful.

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Construction Equipment

• Caterpillar D4 dozer, cab, PTO, hydraulics, pony motor, 110” blade, SN#7U16844 (running condition) 2 yard scraper, pull-type, low pressure hydraulics (C)

Vehicles

• 1998 Ford F150 extended cab, 4x4, automatic, 79,417 miles on odometer, white (E)

Tillage • 1997 Ford F250 V8, automatic, 4x4, 145,279 miles, flatbed (also sells with original box) (C) • 1982 Dodge 3/4 ton, 4x4, V8, flatbed with barbed wire roll spools for fencing (running) (C)

• 2005 Wilson DWH550 grain trailer, 75,000 GVWR, 11Rx24.5 tires, fair (E)

Tractors

Vintage • John Deere 220 disc T0220SN#017581A (C) • John Deere 9350 hoe drills (2) 10-ft., 7” spacing (good condition) (C)

Feeding Equipment/ Other Farm Items • John Deere 4020 diesel, PTO, hydraulics, cab, quad range, 8207 hours, SN#2 2T 79383 (running condition) (C)

• John Deere 70 SN#702903 (running condition) (C)

• T&S 1000 lb. cake feeder (C) • Morris Hay Hiker 881 bale loader, 24-ft.x102” • Danuser post hole auger, 3 point, PTO, with 2 augers (C) • Shaver post pounder, front tractor mounts (C) Auctioneers Message: The Crescent Cross Ranch LLC and Equity Co-op Elevator are liquidating their surplus equipment on our November Holiday Online Only Auction. View website for complete details.

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Pump your septic tank before winter

By NDSU Extension Service If a few years have passed since your septic tank was pumped, now would be a good time to contact a licensed pumper and have it emptied, according to a North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension Service agricultural engineer.

“Cleaning the accumulated solids - sludge - from the septic tank is the most common, routine maintenance needed for most individual home sewage treatment systems,” says Tom Scherer, a water quality and irrigation expert.

One clue that a septic tank has too much accumulated sludge and other material is that it smells if you are standing downwind from the house sewer vent. Ridding the septic tank of accumulated sludge will help prevent septic system problems during the winter. Fixing a failed or poorly performing septic system in the winter is difficult and expensive.

Most septic tanks need cleaning about every three years, Scherer says. However, the actual timing will depend on the quantity of solids entering the tank. The tank may have to be cleaned every one or two years if the home has a garbage disposal and it is used regularly. Using a garbage disposal significantly increases a septic tank’s solids loading.

The septic tank’s main purposes are to separate solids from liquids, allow bacteria to break down the solids and store the non-degradable solids until they can be removed.

The drainfield provides additional bacterial degradation of the effluent from the septic tank and allows the effluent to infiltrate the soil. The bacteria that do this work in the septic tank and drainfield are common soil bacteria.

As sewage breaks down in the septic tank, some solids settle to the bottom and others float to the top. This separation usually produces three distinct layers, which are: • Top - Scum composed of cooking fats and oils, soap byproducts and products of decomposition are lighter than water and float to the top.

• Middle - This layer consists of water containing very small pieces of waste. It’s the effluent that is discharged to the drainfield.

• Bottom - Sludge composed of decomposition byproducts, and soil from clothes washing and other materials are heavier than water.

On many farms, a fair portion of the sludge is the dirt that comes from washing clothes.

If you are not sure when the septic tank was pumped last, you can measure the depth of sludge in the tank to determine whether the tank needs to be cleaned. To do that: • Wrap 3 or 4 feet of white terry cloth or toweling, rough side out, around a wooden or metal pole. The pole should be long enough to reach to the bottom of the septic tank.

• Slowly push the pole to the bottom of the tank through an inspection pipe or the manhole. The best place to measure is under the inspection pipe at the inlet to the septic tank because the sludge layer will be thickest there.

• Turn the pole slowly three to five revolutions, let it sit for a minute, then slowly withdraw it.

Where the black particles cling to the rough cloth determines the sludge thickness. If the sludge is greater than 12 inches thick, have the tank cleaned, Scherer advises.

He also recommends that a licensed contractor pump the septic tank. Cleaning a tank is more than just pumping out the liquid. Pumping and back-flushing the liquid into the tank will break up the scum and sludge layers. The contractor then can pump the mixed contents from the tank and dispose of them in an approved method.

“Pumping a septic tank on a regular basis is much cheaper than using septic system additives and is much more effective,” Scherer says.

Septic system additives have been sold since the 1880s, and more than 120 products that claim to improve septic system operations are on the market. However, 80-plus years of research has not found evidence that they work, and some have been found to pollute groundwater.

Scherer suggests that if you put additives in your septic system, you should read the directions very carefully. Also make sure the additive is recommended for the problem you’ve noticed.

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RAMS FOR SALE Genelink (Samm) yearling rams, microns available Will help with delivery

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Big Sky Equipment started out as a IHC Dodge and Chrysler dealer in 1963 when Richard and Barbara Brown purchased the dealership in Conrad, MT. In 1972 a fire destroyed the building and all contents during a cold December night.

Big Sky Equipment did business out of

several locations prior to completing construction of their new facility located at the north end of Conrad in 1978. That building was the main office, parts, and shop facility until a fire took place on January 6th, 2015 which destroyed the building and all contents. Big Sky Equipment immediately

began operation remotely at their former building site as well as operating out of an office downtown. Plans were quickly made to begin development of a new facility. During that time, business was conducted out of 2 temporary office trailers, 3 shipping containers, and existing buildings that were previously erected on-site. With the support of the community, customers, and dedicated employees Big Sky Equipment was able to continue business throughout the rebuilding process.

From January through March we worked with Engineers, building contractors, and several other key individuals to come up with a building plan that would work for the future of Big Sky Equipment. Ground was broken in early April and much of the building was erected by mid-June. By October 1st the building was far enough along for all staff to be able to move in and conduct business from the new facility.

The total building size covers more than 20,000 square feet which is a significantly larger facility than what they had prior to the fire. Some of the key features of the new facility include a 6 ton full-span bridge crane for the shop, in floor heat throughout the building, and many modern upgrades.

The Grand Opening event will be held on November 12th from 11am – 2pm. All customers and neighbors are welcome to stop in for lunch and get a look around the new building.

Big Sky Equipment would like to thank the community for their support during a very trying time and look forward to a bright future in Conrad.

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Our new phone number is (406) 271-5533

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Endowment-funded extension projects

By University of Wyoming Extension Decreasing the amount of processed foods consumed and enabling 4-H’ers to earn University of Wyoming credit for their years of animal science activities are projects stemming from an endowment created by a Wyoming foundation for use

by University of Wyoming (UW) Extension.

The John P. Ellbogen Foundation endowment, when matched by the state, is expected to generate $30,000 a year for projects by educators to extend the vision of the foundation and UW across the state.

The two proposals were among six received and reviewed CONTINUED ON PAGE A11

For more info or to join the tour contact: Hyer McKechnie • 406-360-6674 jameshyer@hotmail.com Chad Murnin • 406-399-7811 Selling We would like to thank our customers barstarcattle@hotmail.com

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Endowment-funded extension projects CONTINUED FROM PAGE A10

by a five-person committee representing the foundation and extension.

Extension director Glen Whipple called the two inaugural projects outstanding ideas.

“I can hardly wait to see them benefitting Wyoming youths and adults,” he said, and added extension personnel are excited about the endowment. “Looking to the future, it will help us to develop more innovative and dynamic extension education programs for Wyoming residents.”

Nutrition and food safety (NFS) educator Karla Case said she saw such changes in people who have participated in Real Food Wyoming she wanted to expand the program.

Real Food Wyoming is an adult nutrition program focused on eating more whole foods and less packaged foods. She’s offered the program five times in Natrona County.

“What drives me crazy is the amount of processed food as a society we are consuming and how we allow the food industry to determine what we eat,” said Case. “We need to take control and make those decisions ourselves.”

NFS educators Vicki Hayman of Weston County and Jossy Ibarra of Sweetwater County joined Case on the proposal.

Her team has not yet determined the areas for five pilot programs.

The Pathways to Higher Education project is a youth education program taught through local 4-H programs and culminates with an intensive practicum experience on the UW campus, noted Sublette County 4-H educator Robin Schamber.

She said many 4-H’ers spend eight to 10 years learning subjects ranging from animal nutrition and daily care to animal diseases and reproduction.

Earning credits from UW after completing a curriculum seems a logical progression, she said.

“Our goal is to work with the animal science department to create that curriculum and then create an on-campus, intense practicum weekend that would complete their education for their earned credit hours,” said Schamber. “We are very excited to get moving on this.”

She said she, Uinta County 4-H educator Dawn Sanchez, state youth specialist Warren Crawford and Wyoming State 4-H Program director Johnathan Despain have talked about such a program for several years.

“Unfortunately, every year we spent talking and not doing was a lost opportunity for another group of kids,” said Schamber.

For more info or to join the tour contact: Hyer McKechnie • 406-360-6674 jameshyer@hotmail.com Chad Murnin • 406-399-7811 Anchor Polled Herefords Cherry Springs Ranch barstarcattle@hotmail.com 406-467-2880, Vaughn, MT 406-425-1411, Bridger, MT

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WANT RANCH TO LEASE Grass with hay base, 200-600 pairs. Would like fall possession.

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Anderson Ranch

406-848-2588, Emigrant, MT

Banjo Ranch

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

Bar Star Cattle

406-399-7811, Loma, MT www.facebook.com/barstarcattle

Barker Hereford Ranch 406-450-4750, Shelby, MT

Bayers Hereford Ranch

406-684-5464, Twin Bridges, MT

Beery’s Land & Livestock Co 406-979-5720, Vida, MT www.beeryherefords.com

Marty & Leslie Bennett 406-221-6350, Butte, MT

Bowen Ranch

406-633-5479, Billings, MT

Brillhart Ranch Co

406-947-2511, Musselshell, MT

Broken Pick Ranch

406-472-3210, Valier, MT www.brokenpickranch.com

Churchill Cattle Co

406-580-6421, Manhattan, MT www.churchillcattle.com

Cooper Hereford Ranch

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

Dallas Polled Herefords

406-368-2244, Canyon Creek, MT

Duncan Ranch Co

406-292-3503, Joplin, MT

Dutton Hereford Ranch

406-288-3330, Gold Creek, MT

Ehlke Herefords

406-266-4121, Townsend, MT www.ehlkeherefords.com

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

Feddes Herefords

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Fall nitrogen applications

By Jim Stordahl, Clearwater/Polk County Extension Service, Minnesota As we begin to see the 2015 crop season in the rear view mirror, it’s time to start making plans for the next one. For most farmers in Northwest Minnesota, nitrogen (N) application may be the first of the many important decisions to make.

Nitrogen is not only a large input in most grain farming operations, but it also represents an important input in terms of the environment. The soil is not the best place to store N as this nutrient can easily end up in air or water where it can cause environmental problems. For these reasons a farmer needs to review important guidelines developed through the years of unbiased research in hopes of making the best decisions for N management.

Fall N applications compared to pre-plant or side-dress applications often bear greater risk of N loss that can translate into reduced profitability and environmental concerns.

Still, if the decision is made to apply fall N; it should only be applied in the fall in those soils and environments with the lowest potential for N loss. Places where fall N applications should not be done are soils with high potential for nitrate leaching in the fall or early spring (sandy soils or those with excessive drainage) or soils that are very poorly drained.

The goal is to use an N source that will stay in the ammonium form as long as possible because once it changes to nitrate, it becomes susceptible to loss. For fields where a fall application is appropriate, anhydrous ammonia (NH3) is the best option. This source eliminates the nitrifying bacteria at the point of application, and the activity of nitrifying bacteria within the ammonia retention zone is also inhibited for a couple of weeks because of the temporary high pH that develops as ammonia reacts with soil water to form ammonium. To lengthen the period of bacterial inhibition, it is best to include a nitrification inhibitor with the application of anhydrous ammonia. Nitrification inhibitors, such as Nserve, can protect fall N against loss, but the greatest potential for loss occurs in the spring; by that time the inhibitor is less effective due to breakdown over time. Nitrogen sources containing nitrate should never be used for fall applications.

The activity of nitrifying bacteria slows down substantially once soil temperature where anhydrous ammonia is placed (typically at 6inch depth) is 50 degrees F and getting colder. Using a nitrification inhibitor is no excuse to apply N in warmer soils. In fact, warmer temperatures accelerate the breakdown of the nitrification inhibitor making it less effective. Keep in mind that nitrifying bacteria remain active until 32degrees F when the soil freezes. For this reason, it is better waiting as long as possible after the soil reaches 50 degrees F and is getting colder. So, don’t go by the calendar date but rather keep a close watch on soil temperatures and monitor the temperature of individual fields before N application because soil temperature can be influenced by a number of factors such as residue, soil color, and drainage.

Nitrogen volatization during application is a big concern with anhydrous ammonia not only because of the bad odor but because N that escapes to the air represents a loss on the investment that will not be recovered by the crop. This often happens when soils are either too dry or too wet because the knife tracks do not fully seal. Increasing the depth of application or reducing applications rates can sometimes help with this problem in dry soils, but when the soil is wet, little can be done to minimize loss through volatization. Also, apply anhydrous ammonia with caution. The ammonia is pressurized in the nurse tank and when released it quickly reacts with water. If ammonia comes in contact with your skin, eyes or mucous membranes, it will cause dehydration and burns - use extreme caution when handling it!

For more detailed information on how to manage N, please read FERTILIZER GUIDELINES FOR AGRONOMIC CROPS IN MINNESOTA and BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR NITROGEN publication series that are available by doing a web search at www.extension.umn. edu. You can also email Fabian Fernandez U M Extension Nutrient Management Specialist at fabiangf@umn.edu with questions.

For more information, or to get copies of these publications, contact me at 800-450-2465 or at stordahl@umn.edu.

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UW Extension offers food preservation publications

By University of Wyoming Extension University of Wyoming Extension educators put the “cando” in high-altitude home canning via food preservation publications and in-person expertise.

Their free publications, available online or in extension offices, offer tested recipes, safety guidelines and other resources for preserving autumn’s abundance.

The series covers jellies, fruit, meat, pickles, tomatoes, vegetables and wild berries. There’s even a recipe for dandelion jelly.

Nutrition and food safety (NFS) educators serve every county and the Wind River Reservation and provide guidance on high-altitude food preservation. They also test the dial-type gauges on pressure canners free of charge to ensure proper working order.

Wyoming’s higher altitudes mean atmospheric pressure is lower and boiling temperatures are lower. Extension guidelines include the increased processing for boiling-water canning and increased pressure for pressure canning, both tested for altitude. These adjustments are necessary for home canning anywhere in the state.

Extension publications also recommend using modern equipment and tested recipes.

“Compare old recipes to new, research-tested formulations,” advised Vicki Hayman, Weston County NFS educator. “Some might be OK, while others might have changed as more research on in-home canning is done,” she said in a podcast.

According to educators, foods high in acid (pH of 4.6 or lower), such as peaches, pears, pickles, tomatoes, apples and other fruit, can be processed in a boiling-water canner. Boiling-water processing is essential for safely canning pickles, fruits and soft spreads such as jams and jellies, they said.

Low-acid foods (pH of 4.6 or higher) should be processed using a pressure canner. These include meats, poultry, most vegetables and combination foods, such as stews and meat sauces or tomatoes canned with onions.

The latest recommendations for today’s lower-acid tomato varieties include processing in a boiling-water bath for up to 100 minutes at some Wyoming altitudes.

“Some like ’em hot!,” an extension “Canner’s Corner” publication, recommends science over common sense when canning chilies. Even “peppers so hot they require a galvanized stomach to enjoy” are low-acid and require pressure-processing using research-based procedures to prevent bacterial growth and food spoilage.

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Consider reconditioning too-dry soybeans and other grain

By NDSU Extension Service Warm, dry weather can result in soybeans fan to provide an airflow rate of about 0.25, being too dry at harvest. but reconditioning the beans would take “The soybeans lose weight and become about 90 days. brittle, increasing the potential for handling If you ran the fan just in periods of very damage when they are too dry,” North Dahigh humidity, such as during fog or when kota State University (NDSU) Extension the relative humidity is near 100 percent, Service agricultural engineer Ken Helthe soybeans in part of the bin would be levang says. “Also, producers lose money too wet to be stored safely. Mixing the wet at lower moisture contents.” layers with dry layers would reduce the Producers may want to recondition soyspoilage risk and discounts for marketing beans that were harwet beans. However, vested at lower moisstirring increases the ture contents to bring bean damage. Emptythe moisture content ing the bin and moving up to the market stanthe beans through a dard of 13 percent. grain-handling system On a 40-bushel-perwill provide only limitacre yield, harvesting ed mixing because the soybeans at 9 percent majority of the grain moisture content, rathcomes from the top er than 13 percent, is of the bin in a funnel equal to 1.8 bushels of shape with a centerlost weight per acre. At unloading sump. $9 per bushel, that is A humidistat can $16.20 per acre. operate the fan when Just as grain is dried the relative humidity with bin fans, soybeans will average about 70 can be reconditioned by operating fans durpercent. Even though the humidity level ing periods with the desired air temperature varies considerably during the day, it will and relative humidity. Reconditioning reaverage about 70 percent if the fan is opquires high airflow rates for several weeks erated for a time when the humidity is 90 with air at the appropriate temperature and percent and for a time when it is 50 percent. relative humidity.

Setting the humidistat to operate the fan Hellevang recommends producers operwhen the humidity exceeds about 55 perate aeration fans during weather with an cent would be a reasonable starting point. average relative humidity of about 70 perHowever, the humidity setting would need cent if they want to recondition soybeans to to be adjusted based on a measured soybean 13 percent during normal fall temperatures moisture content. of 30 to 60 F. If a fan runs continuously, Hellevang recommends that to avoid wetthe beans will lose moisture during periods ting the beans to moisture levels unsafe for of low humidity and gain moisture in high storage, add a second humidistat to stop the humidity. Be aware that the air will be fan when the relative humidity reaches very heated 3 to 5 degrees as it goes through the high levels or use a microprocessor-based fan, which reduces the air relative humidity fan controller that monitors temperature slightly. and humidity, and runs the fan only when A reconditioning zone develops and air conditions will bring the crop to the moves slowly through the bin in the direcdesired moisture content. A disadvantage tion of the airflow, which is similar to a dryof these options is that the fan does not run ing zone in natural-air drying. Depending as many hours. on geographic location, not enough hours Controlling the fan manually and operatof appropriate temperature and humidity air ing it during the night and early portion of may be available to move the reconditioning the day, based on the measured humidity, is zone through the entire bin during the fall. another option, but fan and moisture control Reconditioning occurs the fastest when is not as accurate. the airflow rate, cubic feet of airflow per Soybeans expand when they absorb minute per bushel (cfm/bu), is high and moisture, so a moisture content increase of the air is warm and humid. It will be the more than a point or two can be problematic. most successful in a drying bin with a fully It could create enough pressure to damage perforated floor and a fan that can deliver the grain bin’s bolted connections or even at least 0.75 cfm/bu. Even with this airflow, cause the bin to rupture. The bin warranty moving a reconditioning front all the way may be voided if damage occurs while rethrough the bin probably would take at least conditioning grain. a month of fan operation.

“One way to reduce the pressure is to unProducers need to compare the cost of load some beans from the bin periodically,” fan operation with the benefit of marketing Hellevang says. “Another way to reduce the at the desired moisture content. To estimate damage potential is to use a negative presthe cost of operating the fan, assume a 1 sure system to pull humid air down through horsepower fan motor will use 1 kilowatt the soybeans and remove the soybeans from of electricity for each hour of operation. the top of the bin as they are reconditioned.”

For example, if reconditioning the soyAnother option for reducing the pressure beans takes 30 days of fan operation, that is to use a vertical-stirring auger to mix the is 7,200 hours. Achieving an airflow rate of beans periodically, but stirring may dam0.75 cfm/bu on a 42-foot-diameter bin filled age the beans. However, these methods of 20 feet deep with soybeans would require a reducing pressure have not been well re15 horsepower fan. The cost to operate the searched and are based on field experience fan, assuming an electricity cost of 10 cents primarily with smaller bins. per kilowatt-hour, is $10,800.

For more information about reconditionIncreasing the moisture content from 9 ing, drying, handling and storing soybeans, to 13 percent would increase the quantity visit the NDSU Extension Service’s soyof soybeans by 1,019 bushels. At a price of bean production guide at http://tinyurl.com/ $9 per bushel, this is worth $9,171, which ndsusoybeanproduction and NDSU’s grain is less than the cost of operating the fan in drying and storage website at https://www. this example. You would need only a 3 hp ag.ndsu.edu/graindrying.

Toolset helps identify key water-conservation options

By Rosalie Bliss, Agricultural Research Service A free downloadable toolset geared towards helping conservation planners, landowners and researchers better manage runoff, such as nitrogen and phosphorus, while also supporting agricultural production is available. The new software toolset was developed by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists with the Agricultural Research Service (ARS)—USDA’s principal intramural scientific research agency.

Excess nutrients from watershed runoff, from sources that include farming, affect the ecological quality of aquatic environments. These excess nutrients can promote algal blooms in surface waters, and later the water’s oxygen may be consumed as bacteria feed on the algae. When oxygen depletion reaches levels where water no longer supports aquatic animals, the condition is called “hypoxia.”

The computer-based toolset, which was organized and led

by ARS soil scientist Mark D. Tomer, is described in two papers that appear in the May-June 2015 issue of Journal of Environmental Quality (https://www.agronomy.org/publications/jeq). Tomer is with the ARS National Laboratory for Agriculture and the Environment in Ames, Iowa.

The toolset provides an improved approach for understanding where conservation practices could be best applied among farmlands found in agricultural watersheds across much of the nation, according to Tomer. The free software toolset—called the Agricultural Conservation Planning Framework (ACPF)—operates within a geographic information system called ArcGIS that can manage and analyze different types of mapped information.

The ACPF toolset is now available through the North Central Region Water Network (NCRWN), which is coordinated through the University of Wisconsin. Users can download the toolset and supporting documentation from the NCRWN Web site at: http://northcentralwater.org/acpf/.

Users can import the software into ArcGIS, input key data sets, and analyze best conservation options and practices.

The watershed conservation-planning software toolset helps users identify appropriate locations for implementing a suite of conservation options in a given watershed. In addition, the software accommodates wide differences in landscape topographies and land management, and can be adapted to the conservation preferences of landowners and operators.

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Beef pastures benefit from legumes

By Jim Stordahl, Clearwater/Polk County Extension Service, Minnesota As the grazing season ends, it’s a good time to evaluate your pastures and make plans for next year. Last winter was hard on perennial forage crops and coupled with this year’s rather dry finish, your pastures may need a tune-up. Now is a good time to consider your options for the next grazing season.

Forage legume species such as red or white clover, birdsfoot trefoil, and alfalfa are important plant contributors to productivity and quality of beef pastures. Most notable among the many characteristics of forage legumes is their ability to fix nitrogen in a symbiotic partnership with the rhizobia bacteria that colonize root nodules of host legume plants. This partnership reduces the need for adding nitrogen fertilizer to pastures when legumes comprise at least 30 – 40% of the stand, reducing or eliminating need for nitrogen fertilizer applications.

Legumes provide many other benefits to pasture systems.

Pastures that include legumes are more adaptable and productive in response to variable soil conditions, weather, insects/disease pests, weeds and other environmental stressors.

For example, alfalfa, with its deep taproot, in combination with cool-season grasses, can provide increased pasture resiliency during dry summer periods.

Legumes help maintain more consistent forage quality and production for grazing animal diets over the season, and dilute the negative impacts of anti-quality and/or palatability factors of companion grasses. The net effect is that legumes can contribute significantly to improved beef production from pastures.

Legumes also provide other environmental benefits, serving as a pollen and nectar source for honeybees, and providing food and habitat benefits for other wildlife. Legumes have long been known for their contributions to improve soil quality and reduce erosion as part of a productive perennial cropland or pasture system on the landscape.

Improving legume content of pastures need not be difficult. With a goal of 30 – 40% legume content, first determine which legume species are desirable for your location by consultation with local Extension or natural resources conservation staff. Consider that you may want different legume and grass species in mixtures across the farm, depending on soil variations and other production criteria.

Next, soil fertility needs should be assessed for pastures based on current soil tests and tailored for optimal forage legume production. For most pastures, legumes will express good growth when soil pH is at least 6.0 (or above). Amending soil pH with lime or wood ash aids in addressing the higher calcium and magnesium requirements of legumes.

Phosphorus levels should be at 15 ppm or higher (measured as Bray P1), and potassium levels should be maintained at 120 ppm (or above) for most legume-based pastures. Addition of other soil nutrients such as sulfur and boron may also be needed in some areas to support good legume stands.

Consult with your local Extension office for additional information on soil testing guidelines for pastures.

There are several methods for introducing legumes into pastures. Ideally, legumes are included in the seeding mix of newly established pastures, but frost seeding (broadcasting seed on frozen ground during late winter freeze/thaw events) and direct seeding with a no-till drill are also common methods of introducing legumes into established grass stands. Information on seeding rates, recommended varieties, availability of no-till drills, agronomic and pasture management information for pastures is available at your local Extension office. Also, if you have applied any herbicides to your pasture in the past few years, be sure to check the replant restrictions.

Results from pasture improvement and introduction of legumes will be most successfully realized under a managed grazing system. For beef producers, research suggests that a grazing system that includes multiple paddocks can provide management flexibility to optimize utilization of improved legume pastures and increase profits.

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By Stephanie Bryant-Erdmann, US Wheat Market Analyst As everyone who works in the wheat industry quickly learns, the durum market is unique and, as one grain merchandiser puts it, “Durum is an entirely different beast.”

Unlike the other classes of U.S. wheat, demand for durum links directly to demand for specific foods, including pasta, couscous and Mediterranean breads. In 2014, global sales of pasta reached $28 billion, according to Euromonitor. This demand, coupled with quality issues in the 2013/14 crop, led to greater than normal market volatility, had challenged USW to provide meaningful values for durum customers in its weekly Price Report. However, with this year’s high quality durum crop safely in the bins, USW resumed durum price reporting October 2 at www.uswheat.org/prices.

2015 U.S. Durum Supply. The United States has produced a five-year average of 1.91 million metric tons (MMT) of durum across six states: Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota. This year, USDA estimates that durum production will reach 2.24 MMT, up 53 percent from 2014. On average, durum production accounts for three percent of total U.S. wheat production, but in the history of the USW Price Report, it has averaged a $1.60/bu ($58/metric ton) premium over the other five classes of U.S. wheat.

U.S. durum is categorized by the location of its production as either northern durum or Desert Durum®. Northern durum, which accounts for 74 percent of U.S. durum production, grows predominately in Montana and North Dakota with additional acres in Idaho and South Dakota. Montana and North Dakota saw a 43 percent and 31 percent increase in planted durum acres in 2015, respectively, due to attractive prices and favorable weather at planting time. The increase in planted acres put North Dakota — the largest durum producer in the United States by both acres planted and bushels produced — back above one million acres of durum for the first time since 2012. USDA estimates North Dakota produced 1.16 MMT in 2015. Not only is production up this year, but also quality, North Dakota Wheat Commission Marketing Director Jim Peterson reports.

“Producers could not have asked for better planting conditions in North Dakota,” Peterson said. “Durum planting finished three weeks earlier than average this spring, and a good growing season followed that resulted in high yield potential. Farmers were able to get that quality in the bins because we also had a really good harvest period. I think buyers are going to be very pleased with the available durum quality this year,” he added. “Average test weight, protein and vitreous kernels are all up, while moisture, dockage and total defects are down.”

The Desert Durum® trademark applies only to durum produced under irrigation in Arizona and California, and is often delivered to domestic and overseas customers “identity preserved” to allow buyers to purchase varieties with intrinsic qualities specific to their needs. Desert Durum® accounts for an average 10 percent of total durum acres, but 26 percent of total durum production due to an average yield of 101 bu/acre (6.79MT/ha).

Michael Edgar, AGRPC and USW board member, noted, “Desert Durum® is known for its reliability and high quality, and because our harvest occurs while the northern crop is planted, the United States is able to deliver high-quality durum year round.”

In preliminary crop quality data for the northern durum crop, USW reported the average grade is No. 1 hard amber durum (HAD) compared to the 2014 average grade of No. 2 amber durum (AD). The average falling number is 420 seconds, demonstrating a sound crop, and significantly better than the 2014 average of 291. The 2015 Desert Durum® crop values are typical, with an average grade of No.1 HAD and a test weight of 62.4 lb/bu (81.3 kg/hl).

2015 durum demand The International Grains Council (IGC) expects world durum 2015/16 production to increase by 11 percent to 36.1 MMT this year. Algeria, the second largest U.S. durum buyer, expects to double its durum production from 1.3 MMT in 2014 to 2.5 MMT this year. Morocco, Syria, Turkey and the European Union (EU) also expect increases in production. If realized, the resulting decrease in demand from these markets will result in a 13 percent decline in world durum trade. However, on October 2, StatsCan reported that Canada, the world’s largest single-country durum producer, would produce the smallest durum crop in three years at 4.74 MMT, a 9 percent decline from marketing year 2014/15 due CONTINUED ON PAGE A22

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By NDSU Extension Service Three North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension Service teams have been honored for their work with a Program Excellence Award.

One team developed a program to evaluate the sustainability of beef cattle breeding systems. The program provides beef producers with information on incorporating estrous synchronization and artificial insemination into their operations to allow them to make informed decisions and optimize their herd management.

A cow’s ability to give birth and raise a healthy calf until weaning is the most critical production area for profit potential in commercial cow-calf operations, according to team member Carl Dahlen, Extension beef cattle specialist.

The educational effort included meetings and Extension personnel visiting program participants’ operations.

Surveys indicated that all of the participants have shared information or experiences from the program with others, 88.8 percent have implemented AI in their operations and 88.9 percent have made changes to their operation unrelated to breeding, including making sure cow herd nutrition is appropriate and keeping more detailed records.

Another team developed a program called Savvy Shopping. The program provides grocery store tours to lowincome families and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients in Grand Forks County. The tours help participants identify economical ways to purchase fruits and vegetables, and learn about healthful and low-cost protein options, comparing unit prices and food labels, and identifying whole grains on food labels.

The tours were helpful because buying nutritious food on a limited budget can be difficult, says team member Linda Kuster, an Extension nutrition education assistant in Grand Forks County. Those difficulties can lead people to buy inexpensive but calorie-dense, nutrient-poor foods, which increases their risk of developing obesity, diabetes and heart disease.

Following the tours, 95 percent of the participants said they have stated comparing unit prices to find the best deals and 92 percent are comparing food labels to make healthful choices.

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Participants said they’ve changed their communication practices, including starting a blog for the county newspaper, providing informational tidbits for social media interaction and adding visual elements to social media postings. Also, Agriculture Communication has received a $20,000 grant to fund the development of a national virtual communication camp.

The teams received their award at the joint NDSU Extension and Research Extension Center conference in Bismarck.

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to drought in key durum producing areas. Therefore, there is still demand for U.S. durum, as the USDA weekly export sales data demonstrates.

As of October 1, U.S. durum exports totaled 514,000 MT, which is 190 percent of 2014 total U.S. durum sales to all countries on the same date. Of that, 63 percent or 325 MMT of durum has been exported to Italy, the largest buyer of U.S. durum, and number one consumer of pasta per capita in the world. Euromonitor reports that on average, every Italian consumes 58 lbs. (26.3 kg) of pasta each year. As a comparison, U.S. consumers eat only 8 lbs. of pasta annually. USDA expects U.S. durum exports to reach 1.09 MMT this year.

As the main ingredient in pasta, this data on durum arrives at a convenient time. Domestically, the United States recognizes October as National Pasta Month and on the international level, October 25 marks the World Pasta Day celebration.

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By Scott Weybright, WSU CAHNRS caramelize, leaving a bitter flavor. Though Zebra chip disease, caused by a bacterium there are no known health risks, the potatoes carried by insects, can ruin a potato crop; but are unusable. little is known about where it comes from and Barney Hay - Southwest Montana Zebra chip is carried by potato psyllids, an how it can be avoided.

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His lab is tasked with figuring out if the blown-in variety, the local version or both carry the zebra chip bacterium.

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Future of America, Beck’s CE 14.7 WW 72 MCE 14.6 YG -0.38 Marb 0.31 API 150 TI 79 Hybrids, DMACC, DuPont Pioneer, Michigan State University, Monsanto, National Mr Ishee Blackbrother - Black or Red. 4-H Council, National FFA Organization, Nationwide, Yes, Blackbrother is a black bull but his red calves are PepsiCo, Tuskegee Univerheavy muscled calves with a lot of grow in them. We sity, University of California-Davis and University of will have mainly black bulls but they will all be deep Nebraska-Lincoln. bodied, thick calves with a lot of style.

In addition, the platform CE 11 WW 70.3 MCE 14.4 YG -0.35 Marb 0.38 API 141 TI 79 will connect users to high quality, age-appropriate, interactive STEM resources.

Find us online at The platform is open for submissions of materials to be included in the site as well or join us sale day along with and will continue to add new materials and engagement opportunities with partner organizations.

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Roasted vegetables are an autumn treat

By Julie Garden-Robinson, Food and Nutrition Specialist, NDSU Extension Service “Look at our bountiful harvest!” my 17-year-old daughter said as she pulled a potato from our backyard garden while kneeling among the foliage.

“I want to find one!” I said teasingly as I reached over and tried to grab a potato. She playfully swatted my hand away before I could nab the large potato near her knee.

She began digging with her hands like an archeologist in search of fossils. We didn’t find any dinosaur bones, but the potato plants produced abundantly.

“Here’s another one!” she said as she turned her body to shield the tubers from my reach. I grabbed one when she wasn’t looking. We didn’t know that digging potatoes was going to be so fun.

I pulled several carrots and beets to prepare for dinner.

Then we picked several large red apples from our tree. We went in the house with a bucket of our locally grown food to prepare for dinner.

As we scrubbed the vegetables, she was particularly interested in the beets. We haven’t had beets very often.

“Don’t beets taste like dirt?” she asked.

“Beets taste like beets, but they are kind of earthy, I guess,” I replied. I was a little worried that her notions about beets might lead to a bowl of uneaten cooked beets on the table.

“What makes beets purplish red?” she asked while washing the beets.

When she began cutting them, she noticed that her hands and the cutting board had turned pinkish. She was somewhat amazed by her pink hands. We should have worn plastic gloves.

I proceeded to tell her about beets until she got the glazedeye look of a bored teenager.

Not all beets are reddish purple. Some are partly red and white.

Red beets are colored by a pigment called “betanin.” This natural pigment is believed to help protect the plant from diseases, according to plant researchers. The colorant has been used as a natural dye for wool by some Native American tribes throughout history. The colorant also is used in the food industry as a natural food color.

If you are not a regular beet consumer, I have a caution.

After some people eat beets, they might have a surprise in the bathroom. Besides dying fabrics, beets also can color urine and feces. Don’t be alarmed; this is not harmful.

When selecting beets at the grocery store or farmers market, look for beets with smooth skins. Beet greens also make a delicious and colorful addition to salads. Beet greens have red veins, and they stay fresh for about four days in your refrigerator when wrapped in plastic.

Store beets in the crisper in your refrigerator without washing them. Any time you get produce wet, you decrease the storage life. Leave about 2 inches of stem attached to roots to help prevent bleeding.

You can roast, boil or microwave beets. To roast, peel and trim the beets, then wrap in foil and bake for 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the size of the beets.

You might remember having beet pickles prepared by your parents or other relatives. If you have extra beets and want to try pickling them, check out an NDSU Extension Service publication, “Making Pickled Products” (FN189), for a research-tested recipe. The pickled beet recipe is on Page 10.

Here’s a recipe courtesy of Colorado State University Extension to enjoy the delicious veggies of fall.

Roasted Root Vegetables 1 onion, quartered and layers separated 1 medium-size white potato, peeled (optional) and diced into 1/2-inch cubes 1 medium-size sweet potato, peeled and diced into 1/2inch cubes 3 to 4 medium-size fresh beets, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes Nonstick vegetable spray 4 tsp. olive oil, canola oil or other salad oil, divided 1 tsp. salt, divided (Note: You can substitute equal amounts of your favorite vegetables if you see a vegetable that is not your favorite.)

1. Preheat oven to 425 F 2. Line a large baking sheet with foil and coat with nonstick vegetable spray. With an extra piece of foil, create a separate foil boat to hold the diced beets. Coat with nonstick spray and place it on top of the baking sheet.

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2015 Omtvedt Innovation Awards announced

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln IANR News Ronnie Green, University of Nebraska vice president, IANR Harlan Vice Chancellor and interim senior vice chancellor for academic affairs at University of NebraskaLincoln (UNL) presented four Omtvedt Innovation Awards on September 10 at the IANR All Hands Meeting. The awards recognize exceptional service for innovative research and teaching.

Omtvedt Innovation Award Winners listed by category are: Teaching; John Rupnow: John Rupnow, professor in the Department of Food Science and Technology is the recipient of the Omtvedt Innovation Teaching Award. Rupnow has been a leader in attracting new and talented prospective students into the food science program. Nominators say Rupnow is a fundamental component of the recruitment initiative with the IANR and University of Nebraska Chancellor’s recruitment challenge.

Research; Janos Zempleni: Professor of Molecular Nutrition and Director of the Nebraska Center for the Prevention of Obesity Diseases, Janos Zempleni is the recipient of the Omtvedt Innovation Research Award. Zempleni is recognized worldwide as the leading authority on the nutritional aspects of biotin, other vitamins and bioactive food compounds. He has raised nearly $30 million in external funding at UNL and has produced more than 100 original research articles highlighting innovative approaches that have led to novel discoveries. In addition, Zempleni has mentored roughly 100 postdoctoral fellows, visiting scientists, graduate students, undergraduate students, high school students and technical staff.

Extension; Farm Bill Education Team: The Nebraska Extension Farm Bill Education Team is the recipient of the Omtvedt Innovation Extension Award. The enactment of the new Farm Bill contained in the Agricultural Act of 2014 required agricultural producers to incorporate new commodity-based income support payments and risk management practices into their operations and land investment decisions.

The Farm Bill Education Team utilized a multi-platform approach to deliver research-based educational materials and decision aid tools to their audience. Members of the team are Jessica Groskopf, Jim Jansen, Tim Lemmons, Brad Lubben, Robert Tigner, Monte Vandeveer and Allan Vyhnalek.

Team; Precision Ag Data Management Team: The Precision Ag Data Management Team is the recipient of the Omtvedt Innovation Team Award. The team has developed and presented precision ag data management workshops in Nebraska and several other states. In these workshops participants learn how to use yield, soil and input data to make informed decisions. The program has grown from 50 attendees in 2013 to 159 so far in 2015. Members of the team are Joe Luck, Nathan Mueller and Laura Thompson.

The Omtvedt Innovation Awards are made possible through the generosity of Leone Harlan and her late husband, Neal, in honor of Dr. Irv Omtvedt and his distinguished career at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

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3. Peel off dry outer onion layers. Quarter and separate the onion layers.

4. Toss onion pieces with 1 tsp. oil and 1/4 tsp. salt. Place on baking sheet.

5. Wash, scrub, peel, dice white and sweet potatoes.

6. Toss white and sweet potatoes with 2 teaspoons oil and 1/2 tsp. salt. Place on baking sheet.

7. Wash, peel and dice beets. Caution: Beet juice can stain hands, cutting boards and counters.

8. Toss beets with 1 teaspoon oil and 1/4 tsp. salt. Place in foil boat on baking sheet.

9. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes or until vegetables are soft and the edges are a light brown.

Makes six servings. Each serving has 90 calories, 3.5 grams (g) fat, 2 g protein, 16 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber and 420 milligrams sodium. ##### In 1947, the first Presidential pardon was ceremoniously given to a turkey. ##### The wishbone is a tradition of Thanksgiving. Allow the wishbone to dry. Then, two people grasp each end of the wishbone. After making a silent wish, they pull it away.

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BALER & BIRDS FOR SALE

New Holland 580 baler, excellent condition.

Free flying Mallards, for dog training or stocking.

Also Canada geese or swans.

Call 406-445-2187

Hoven’s Used Equipment

New Holland SD440 57-ft. air seeder, 12” spacing......................................................$59,900

Massey-Ferguson 9895 combine.......$199,000

Bourgault 5925 52-ft. disc drill, 6280 tank......... .........................................................$164,900 USED PROCESSORS

2-Brandt VSF round/square processors. Each.... $8900 Highline 6600 processor..................................... $6900 Highline 6600 bale processor............................. $5900 Highline 6000 bale processor............................. $5000

USED TRACTORS

Kubota 2WD with loader...................................... $25,650 Big Bud HN250 tractor......................................... $19,900 Bobcat CT335 with loader, 150 hours.................. $18,900 Case 2470 tractor.................................................... $9900 Case IH B50 Farmall MFWD tractor.................... $29,900 White 6510 tractor with loader.............................. $31,900 White 4-210 tractor with reman engine................ $16,900

USED SWATHERS

Massey-Ferguson 9430 swather..................... $79,900 New Holland H8080 swather with 16-ft. header and 419 Duramerger.................................................. $97,900 New Holland 116 hydro swing............................ $5500 Case IH 8840 with 16-ft. head.......................... $19,000 Hesston 8200 swather, 14-ft. head.................. $14,900 Hesston 1275 pull-type..................................... $14,900 Hesston 1170 pull-type hydro swing....................... $7900 MacDon 9352i swather......................................... $29,000 MacDon M100 30-ft. single knife header.............. $95,200 MacDon R85 16-ft. rotary disc hydra swing.......... $27,900

ROUND BALERS

New Holland BR780 twine only....................... $13,900 New Holland BR780A twine only........................ $9900 New Holland 688 twine only................................ $9900 New Holland 664 twine only................................ $9600 Hesston 2856A twine and net wrap................. $34,500 Hesston 5556A with mesh wrap...................... $19,900 Vermeer 605SM net and twine......................... $25,900 2-Vermeer Super J twine only. Each.................. $4900

SQUARE BALERS

New Holland BB960 3x4 square baler............ $39,900 Case IH LBX432 3x4 with cutter...................... $64,900 Massey-Ferguson 2170 3x4........................... $74,900 Massey-Ferguson 2170 3x4, cutter................. $54,900 Challenger BA4 3x4 bale acumulator................. $4900 Massey-Ferguson AC25 bale accumulator for MF 4x4 square baler..................................................... $5000

USED HAYING EQUIPMENT

Sitrex 10 wheel V-rake........................................... $4800 Bale spinner, 3-pt................................................... $1200

USED AIR DRILL & CONVENTIONAL DRILLS

Flexi-Coil 5000 51-ft. with 12” spacing............ ........................................................$59,900 USED MISCELLANEOUS

John Deere 148 loader with grapple................$15,500 Allis-Chalmers 715B backhoe.........................$11,900 Kelly 3-pt. backhoe..............................................$4000 John Deere 230 24-ft. tandem disc.....................$8900 Danuser F7 3-pt. post hole auger, 9” & 12” bits.......$1400 Donahue 20-ft. stock trailer.....................................$7900 Titan 18-ft. stock trailer............................................$4500 Toro Grandstand 40” deck.....................................$5900

USED AUGERS

Farm King 13x70, low pro swing hopper............. $13,500 Farm King 13x70 auger with mover....................... $8900 Farm King 8x61 belt drive auger............................ $2800 Farm King 10x61 auger......................................... $1000 Westfield MK1381 Plus auger........................... $17,900 Westfield MK 13x91 swing auger....................... $18,000 Westfield MK 13x71 auger.................................. $22,900 Westfield MK 13x70, swing hopper....................... $7500 Mayrath 8x60 swing auger..................................... $3000

USED SPRAYERS

Ag Shield 1500 sprayer....................................$28,900 Melroe 3430-80 Spra Coupe............................$20,500 Melroe 115 Spra-Coupe......................................$2500

- COMING IN New Holland TR97 combine.

New Holland TR98 combine.

Case IH SCX 100 16-ft. sickle.

USED HEADERS

MacDon FD70 45-ft. flex draper, MF adapter... $79,000 Other adapter, additional.....$5000 Gleaner 4200 pickup header............................ $14,900 Gleaner 400 pickup header, attachment............. $9900 MacDon D65 40-ft. header............................... $59,900 MacDon D60 35-ft. draper header.................... $31,000 MacDon 960 30-ft. draper header, pickup reel..$16,900 MacDon 960 36-ft. draper header, pickup reel..$14,900 MacDon 920 14-ft. header................................ $14,000 3-Gleaner 15-ft. N-series pickup headers with Victory 7 or 8 belt attachment. Each.............................. $3500 30-ft. bat reel off 8570 header............................... $799

USED COMBINES

Bourgault 5925 52-ft. disc drill, 6280 tank..... $164,900 Massey-Ferguson 9895 combine................... $199,000 New Holland SD440 air seeder, 57-ft., 12” spacing...... Gleaner R62 combine........................................ $55,900 ..................................................................... $59,900 Gleaner R62 combine........................................ $29,900 Flexi-Coil 5000 51-ft. with 12” spacing............. $59,900 Gleaner R72....................................................... $29,900 John Deere 9450 50-ft. with 12” spacing......... $15,900 White 9700 combine with 30-ft. head................. $10,000

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Reducing soybean production costs

By Alvaro Garcia, SDSU Extension Agriculture & Natural Resources Program Director Corn and soybeans represent the two largest agricultural receipts of South Dakota crop production. During 2014 corn contributed almost $2.6 billion to the state’s economy followed by soybeans with nearly $2.2 billion. During the last 15 years (2000-2014) soybean acreage in the state grew from 4.37 to 5.11 million acres or 17 percent. Yield increased from 35 to 45 bushels (29 percent) for a total of 153 and 230 million bushels for 2000 and 2014, respectively. In 2014 there were 5.2 million acres planted to soybeans in the state, with 5.1 harvested. Yield was on average 45 bushels for a total production of 230 million bushels. Price per bushel during 2014 was $9.4. Soybean production for the 2015/16 season is projected at 3,850 million bushels, down 119 million from 2014. The U.S. season-average soybean price for 2015/16 is forecast to decline as low as $8.40 per bushel.

Calculating the breakeven cost of production is critical for soybean producers.

As with any other agricultural enterprise the total cost of production can be divided into operating and overhead costs. Operating costs are basically the yearly out-of-pocket expenses, whereas the overhead costs include all other costs such as the use of capital, taxes and insurance, opportunity cost of land, etc. According to the ERS soybean operating costs for our region were in 2014 roughly $4 per bushel.

Since the price paid per bushel was $9.4 then the income less operating costs was $5.4 per bushel or $243 per acre for the South Dakota average yield of 45 bushels. Table 1 shows the operating costs (including labor) as a percent of the total costs.

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The percentages in table 1 show which areas need to be targeted to significantly alter the operating cost of production. During 2015 custom rates for tillage, planting, and harvest operations have been listed on average 3.5% above 2014 rates. This was the result of higher costs of machinery, repairs and labor in spite of lower fuel prices. With current operating cost per bushel of $4 the current increase in custom operations fees represent less than 1 cent per bushel. The impact of hired labor is even four times less.

The two areas that can be targeted with the highest impact on the operating cost of production are saving fuel and selecting the right soybean seeds. Saving fuel is approximately half as effective in reducing costs as choosing the right seeds, however it can be started right away. Things as simple as timely oil changes, using low viscosity oil, maintaining the proper tire pressure, checking air filters, and replacing faulty spark plugs, can all reduce fuel consumption significantly and prolong the life of the farm equipment. Seed selection is more than twice as effective as fuel savings to lower operating costs. This doesn’t mean to buy cheap seed but the right seed for the field in order to maximize return on investment. According to trials conducted by the University of Illinois selecting the right soybean variety for the same location can increase yields by 20 bushels per acre. SDSU Extension has soybean experts that can help producers select the right varieties to maximize yields and profits.

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MISCELLANEOUS 2003 MacDon 4000 mower conditioner, 9-ft. sickle bar, with steel rolls, 540 PTO, nice shape............................................................$5495 Worksaver HPD20 post pounder, John Deere 600/700 mounts, hydraulic tilt and angle..........................................................$5490 2009 Parker 839 850 bushel grain cart, corner auger, flotation tires.. ...........................................................................................$31,900 2005 Case 580 Super M backhoe, MFWD, extend-a-hoe, 2831 hours..................................................................................$53,000 John Deere 544C wheel loader, diesel, cab, 3rd function, bucket, grapple, 7265 hours...........................................................$23,000 2012 Demco 1250-60 pull type sprayer, 1250 gallon tank, 60-ft. booms.

Like new. ...........................................................................$39,500 2013 Stinger 6500 baler picker, 1165 hours........................$194,900 Dwyer 5-bale mover / feeder.....................................................$7800 2010 D&W 5 bale feeder, Haybuster processor, tandem axle..$24,000 D&W 5 bale feeder....................................................................$7000 D&W 5 bale round bale processor.............................................$3900 2012 Haybuster 2800 round & square bale processor. Like new........ ...........................................................................................$28,500 Haybuster 2620 round bale processor, 2 bale, 1000 PTO, left hand discharge..............................................................................$3600 DuAl 5100 14-ft. silage wagon, high lift dump.........................$5900 2010 Honda Foreman ES TRX500 16,342 miles....................$3500 2006 Kawasaki KLX250 motorcycle, turn signals, electric start. Excellent condition........................................................................$2850 John Deere 506 60” rotary cutter................................................$500 Kuker 3-point sprayer..................................................................$300 Shaver HD 10 post pounder, skid steer mount, hydraulic tilt and angle.....................................................................................$4500 12-ft. pasture harrow....................................................................$900 Worksaver 6-ft. rear blade..........................................................$575 Oliver 6342 4-bottom roll over plow..........................................$4200 Husqvarna YTH26V54 lawn tractor, 26 hp, 54” deck, hydrostatic transmission, new battery, 13 hours.....................................$1500

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2-2015 John Deere L-340 3’x4’ square balers, 5200 and 6500 bales.

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2-2014 John Deere 569 standard balers, MegaWide, net/twine, hydraulic pickup, 1000 PTO, flotation tires, 3500-5800 bales........ .......................................................................................... $42,900 2012 John Deere 568 net/twine, flotaton tires, hydraulic pickup, 6400 bales................................................................................. $34,000 2009 John Deere 568 net/twine, flotation tires, MegaWide pickup, 17,800 bales..................................................................... $25,500 2009 John Deere 568 baler, 17,820 bales............................ $27,000 2005 John Deere 567 round baler, MegaWide pickup, net wrap and twine, 540 PTO, 7400 bales.............................................. $24,700 2002 John Deere 567 MegaWide, hydraulic pickup lift, net & twine, 540 PTO............................................................................ $18,000 2001 John Deere 567 narrow pickup, twine only, regular tires, 540 PTO, 24,000 bales. .......................................................... $10,500 John Deere 566 twine only, 540 PTO, 27,000 bales................ $8500 John Deere 566 net only, 21,500 bales................................... $5500

2009 John Deere 835 mower/conditioner pull-type rotary, 10.5-ft., flail conditioner.........................................................................$17,500 1998 John Deere 935 mower/conditioner with 12-ft. head and flail conditioner............................................................................$6200 New Holland 1475 14-ft. swing tongue..................................$15,500 New Holland 1475 14-ft. swing tongue.....................................$9000 2007 New Holland 499 swing tongue, rubber conditioner.....$15,900 2011 MacDon R85 disc mower, 13-ft., swivel hitch, 1000 PTO........... ...........................................................................................$29,500

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MGGA Convention and Trade Show The Montana Grain Growers Association Convention and Trade Show, scheduled for December 1-3, 2015, at the Best Western Heritage Inn, Great Falls, celebrates MGGA’s 60th year by continuing a ‘Progressive Vision from a Deep-Rooted Mission.’

Nearly 900 attended last year’s event, and if the success of past years is a barometer, that number will continue to grow.

Tuesday, December 1 According to Convention Chairman Rob Davis of Larslan, the information presented at the agronomic workshop on Tuesday, December 1, ‘Micronutrients: The Key to Better Yields in Montana Soils,’ goes beyond fertility practices, and will show producers how fertility and micronutrients work synergistically to maximize their operation’s crop potential. We have brought together an impressive slate of soil scientists, crop agronomists and certified crop advisors from both the collegiate and industry levels.

Chuck Gatzemeier, CG Ag, Cut Bank, who will emcee the event, understands the soils of the Northern Great Plains, especially in Montana, and has been instrumental in organizing this workshop, utilizing his growing list of connections to help us bring in some of the area’s most respected agronomists.

Speakers and subjects to be covered during this dynamic workshop include: Principles of Micronutrients – Dr. Clain Jones, MSU Department of Land Resources and Environmental Sciences Specifics of Micronutrient Management – Dr. Riga Karamanos, Senior Agronomist at Koch Agronomic Services, Calgary, AB Efficiencies in Soil and Foliar Applied Micronutrients – David Vance, Vice President of Technical Sales Development, Verdesian Life Sciences, LLC Chelated Micronutrients – Dr. Terry Tindall, Senior Agronomist at JR Simplot Company Micronutrients in Montana Crops – Chuck Gatzemeier, Certified Crop Advisor and owner of CG Ag Solutions, Cut Bank Wednesday December 2 Future of the Wheat Industry. Frank Curtis, CEO of Limagrain Cereal Seeds, has served in many roles with the Limagrain Group over the past 35 years including plant breeding, field research, product development, seed sales, senior management and marketing.

H2A/Ag Employer Issues. USA Farm Labor CEO Manuel Fick will be joined by Sanna Marie Grobler, a recruiting agent from Pretoria, South Africa, to fill producers in on the latest H2A regulations and employer issues with hiring outof-country workers.

Marketing Strategies in Any Marketing Climate. Mark Gold is President and CEO of Top Third Marketing and a regular guest analyst on Ag Day TV, Market to Market and the U.S. Farm Report; his twice-daily grain marketing comments are featured on AgWeb. He will discuss marketing discipline, avoiding emotion and speculation, tracking basis, using options and developing a marketing plan to use with a local broker

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Montana Ag Safety Program. The Montana Ag Safety Program encourages workers and employers to create a philosophy of workplace safety by raising awareness and implementing a safety program for all employees and employers. Attending Les Graham’s presentation qualifies producers for a 4% discount on their Workers’ Compensation premium.

New Crop Insurance Products: Malt Barley Endorsement and Margin Protection. Dave Paul, retired regional RMA director and currently national director of MPCI at Watts and Associates, will give an overview of two new crop insurance products. The Malt Barley Endorsement replaces all previous federal malt barley crop insurance plans. It allows growers to insure at actual contract value, harmonizes quality losses to match malt buyer specifications, and does away with the confusing option A and Option B programs. Margin Protection provides coverage based on an expected profit margin.

Montana Wheat & Barley Committee Program. Formerly the regional vice president for Europe, Vince Peterson is US Wheat Associates’ Vice President of Overseas Operations.

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MSU Posters and Pie - Your Checkoff Dollars at Work. MSU ag researchers are excited to show producers how checkoff dollars have funded their ability to find solutions to some of Montana crops’ most pressing problems. This is an excellent time for one-on-one conversations with some of MSU’s most accomplished ag researchers.

Thursday, December 3 What Went Wrong With My Crop This Year? MSU Plant Pathologist Dr. Mary Burrows has become the go-to person for producers when problems appear in the field and they need pathology-related insight and management solutions. Her presentation will discuss the 2015 crop season and what to expect for crop diseases in 2016.

Can Agriculture Save the Planet Before It Destroys It? Jack Bobo, Intrexon Corporation SVP Chief Communications Officer and former US Department of State Senior Advisor for Global Food Policy, will examine global trends in food and agriculture, the interplay between food safety and public perception of risk and the key CONTINUED ON PAGE A31

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By Kym Pokorny, Oregon State University Oregon State University (OSU) has hired a new orchard crops specialist to help the state’s rapidly expanding $91 million hazelnut industry, which grows 99 percent of the U.S. crop.

Entomologist Nik Wiman, who spent the last three years at OSU researching the brown marmorated stink bug, fills a position held for 30 years by Jeff Olson, who died unexpectedly in January 2014. Wiman is based at OSU’s North Willamette Research and Extension Center in Aurora.

“There’s a lot of pent-up need by growers,” said Mike Bondi, the center’s director and a regional administrator for OSU’s Extension Service. “Nik will be facing a lot of folks hungry for his help.”

“The hazelnut industry is in a state of extreme expansion,” said Polly Owen, the director of the Hazelnut Industry Office. “Farmers are replacing other crops with hazelnuts and people new to farming are planting hazelnuts. In both cases, the need for basic facts about hazelnut production without bias from vendors who sell products is very important. The position requires a high degree of passion for the entire industry and a 360-degree view of all that makes up the industry. Nik has that.”

The stink bug and eastern filbert blight are the two most serious problems for hazelnut growers, but other aspects of production need attention, too, said Wiman, who earned a doctorate in entomology from Washington State University.

“We have a very successful breeding program at OSU led

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I want to address that. I want to help the growers get the most production out of their trees.”

Oregon hazelnut growers produced 75 million pounds of nuts and posted sales of $91 million in 2014, according to Owen. More than half of the 2,730 acres planted between 2009 and 2012 were Jefferson, a variety released by OSU in 2009. Unofficial estimates, however, say the number of new acres during that time was 11,000 to 12,000, with more than half being Jefferson.

Hazelnuts won’t be Wiman’s only responsibility. He will devote some of his time to issues affecting fruit tree crops such as apples and pears.

“Nik has an excellent research pedigree and experience with Extension and outreach education,” said Bondi. “He also has a very strong background in orchard crops and horticulture, so he can work across the range of fruit and nut tree questions and needs.”

“Right now I’m in the listening stage,” said Wiman, who will spend 80 percent of his job on Extension and 20 percent on research. “I’ve only been on the job for a short time and already I’ve had a lot of good interactions with industry people and a lot of support from the hazelnut commissions and organizations.”

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Research for specialty crops boosted by $1.7 million

By Sylvia Kantor, WSU CAHNRS More than $1.7 million was awarded to Washington State University (WSU) for specialty crop research including berries, potatoes, grapes, tree fruit, onions, carrots and Christmas trees, the Washington State Department of Agriculture announced.

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MSU hires cropping systems scientist

The Montana Agricultural Experiment Station (MAES) at Montana State University has hired a nationally renowned cropping systems specialist who brings a regional understanding of agricultural production in Montana.

Patrick Carr, currently a research professor at North Dakota State University - Dickinson Research and Extension Center, will join the faculty of MSU’s Central Agricultural Research Center (CARC) at Moccasin in February as an associate professor of cropping systems.

Carr is known regionally and nationally for his work on no-till in cropping systems, integration of peas and annual forage crops into cereal crop rotations, research on the economic and environmental effects of reduced tillage and crop rotations in dryland agriculture, in addition to addressing barriers of organic crop production.

Carr will bring a new research capacity to the station’s charge of directly serving a six-county area of central Montana wheat and barley farmers, according to Barry Jacobsen, associate director of the Montana Agricultural Experiment Station and department head of MAES research centers.

“We are very excited to recruit a scientist with national recognition like Dr. Carr for this position,” Jacobsen said.

“His expertise parallels our research needs and initiatives in developing cropping systems for dryland agriculture – which is the majority of Montana agriculture.”

Carr graduated from MSU in 1989 with a doctorate in crop and soil science. He also has master’s degrees in technology and human affairs from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and in natural resources from Ball State University in Muncie, Ind. He received a bachelor’s of science in biology from Saint Meinrad College in Indiana. Since 1992, Carr has been at a North Dakota State University research extension center with an adjunct teaching appointment at Dickinson State University. In 2015, Carr was named a fellow of the American Society of Agronomy. He also holds many other honors and recognitions in sustainable agriculture, plant sciences, soil and water conservation and extension service activities and has served on numerous national and international agronomy and crop science boards. Carr has also held review and panel manager positions with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and National Institute of Food and Agriculture Organic Transitions and Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative grant programs.

“I’m excited about the opportunity to work with Montana farmers and others in the design, implementation and maintenance of agricultural systems that are practical, economical and environmentally sustainable,” Carr said. “I am equally grateful for the opportunity to work and interact with the many seasoned scientists within the MAES as well as with others on the central campus and throughout the state.”

Carr’s research will have state-wide implications, said David Wichman , supervisor at the Central Agricultural Research Station.

“I’m excited about Dr. Carr coming on board at the CARC and the wealth of experience and talent he has in cropping systems research and supporting local and regional producers in crop production and market growth,” he said. “Carr has developed improved production methods for an array of crops, including cereal grains, pulses and oil seeds, and he’s investigated the impacts of tillage and no-till production systems – areas of major interest for Montana’s agricultural community.”

Wichman noted that Carr also has some previous connections with the CARC. In the mid-1990s, Carr directed spring cereal forage variety evaluations in southwest North Dakota, which ultimately contributed to the development and release of the MAES Lavina hooded hay barley.

MAES has seven research centers located across the state that address production challenges in regard to crop and animal production, pest management, agricultural water management and market growth.

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1990 Peterbilt 377 Cat 3406B, 425 hp, spring ride, tag axle, 2 speed rears.................................. $27,500 2007 Merritt 51-ft.x102”, floors 80%, spring ride, spread axle, roll-up door ........................................................ $26,500

1999 Wilson cattle pot 52-ft.x102”, 13-ft. nose, spring ride, nose decking, lighted sign, floors 50%............................... $35,000

RENT ME

2009 Cat 930H wheel loader, Cat engine, 150 hp, bucket and forks, enclosed cab................................... $97,500

1990 Peterbilt 377, Cummins engine, 9 speed, air ride, 15-ft. box.............. $27,500

2-2014 Felling dropdecks, 53-ft.x102”, 3 axle, air ride, beaver tail, steel.............. Starting at $39,900

3-2016 Jet 40-ft.x96”x68”, sight windows, vented slopes, LED lights, spring ride....... Call • 2015 Jet air ride...................................... Call

2007 Genie GTH-1056 3 stage boom, front stabilizers................................ $53,500

1996 Peterbilt 377, Detroit 60, 12.7L, 370 hp, 10 speed, egine brake, air ride, 20-ft. grain box with new paint................... Call

2016 Jet sidedump, 45-ft.x102”, 49” and 79” axle config., lift axle, air ride...................... Call

2005 SDI side dump, 43-ft.x102”, tri-axle, air ride, 49” and 49” axle config...................... Call

2016 and 2015 Timpte American Ag 50-ft. x 96” x 72” ag hopper, hydraulic traps, electric tarp, air ride, sight windows, rear lift axle • 2015 Timpte 40-ft. air ride....................... Call

2007 GMC T7500 24-ft. box, tommy lift, roll up door..................... $29,500 1999 Cat IT14G loader, canopy, tool carrier, bucket and forks........... $29,500

2007 Trail-Eze TE80HT 40-ton hydraulic tail drop deck, hydraulic winch............................................... $39,500

2013 Dakota 43-ft. belly dump, tri axle, air ride suspension, rear lift axle, black paint....................................... $39,500

2-2015 Timpte 50-ft.x96”x72” ag hoppers, air ride, rear lift axle, extra flaps................ Call

2001 CPS 42-ft. belly dump, tandem axle, spring ride.................. $23,000 1998 CPS 42-ft. belly dump, spring ride........................................ $22,000

1995 Merritt 40-ft.x96”x68”, ag hoppers, spring ride, extra flaps............................... Call

1979 Heil stainless steel, insulated, 7250 gallon, clean tanker.................$14,500

2-2004 Transcraft dropdeck, 48-ft. x 102”, spread axle, air ride.... $21,500

1999 Great Dane 53-ft.x96”, spring ride, front lift axle, rear sliding tandem, 2 doors on passenger side........................... $12,500

Thinking of year end?

Call today get a quote on a New Timpte or Jet.

2003 Trail-Eze 48-ft.x102”, hydraulic tail and 4-ft. flip, Braden winch, stake pockets............................................ $29,500

1992 Load King belly dump, 43-ft.x96”, triaxle, spring ride, tarp............................... $21,500

PARTS

• New Protech headache rack - IN STOCK • Several used headache racks and boxes in stock • 23,000 Rockwell locking differential & 3.58 ratio on air suspension • Large inventory of truck and trailer suspension air bags • Call for your Fleetguard filter needs • Used APU units for air conditioning and heating • Pro Tech full and 1/2 fenders in stock • 40-ft. straps, excellent for hauling round bales

November 2015

Conrad, MT 59425 Visit our website at: www.zomertrucks.com E-mail: zomer@3rivers.net

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1995 Lynwood tilt deck trailer, 37-ft.x102”, 20-ft. deck, hydraulic tilt, tri-axle, spring ride..................................................Call 1999 NTE tilt trailer, 37-ft.x96”, tri-axle, spring ride........................... $12,500

1985 Kenworth W900B Cat 3406B, 400 hp, 13 speed, air ride, 60” flat top. ......... .................................................... $14,000 1980 Mack RL600L EG-350 350 hp, 15 speed. ........................................... CALL Converter Dolly, tandem axle, spring suspension.......................................... $8500 1978 Kari-Kool tanker, stainless steel, insulated, double conical, 4500 gallon capacity............................................. $20,500

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Recipe Patch by Geri

EXCAVATOR FOR SALE

2008 Komatsu PC78MR excavator, hydraulic link thumb, pin grabber coupler, heat, air, 3800 hours, very clean machine.

Venison Cordon Bleu

$52,500 Check out our website www.nm-machinery.com for pictures and prices or email Neil at neil.marjerrison@gmail.com • Phone 406-544-2940, Missoula, MT

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USED TRAILERS

2014 Hideout 26RLS large slide, bumper pull 2012 Travel Lite 8-ft. pickup camper 2009 Terry Quantum 315RK 5th wheel with slide 2007 Wilderness 28-ft. 5th wheel with big slide 2004 Salem 24-ft. 5th wheel, slide-out 1994 Itasca 32-ft. motorhome 1993 Cascade 8-1/2-ft. semi, self-contained pickup camper 1979 Road Ranger 18-ft. kit, bumper pull

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4 venison tenderloin steaks (5 to 6 ounces each) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 thin slices Swiss cheese 4 thin slices fully cooked ham 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup beef broth Sliced French bread, optional Flatten steaks to 1/4-in. thickness; sprinkle with salt and pepper. top each with a slice of cheese and ham; roll up tightly. Secure with toothpicks.

In a large skillet, brown roll-ups in butter on all sides.

Transfer to an ungreased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dish. Pour broth over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160° and the meat juices run clear. Serve roll-ups and pan juices with French bread if desired. Yield: 4 servings.

Venison Tortilla Lasagna

1 pound ground venison 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained 1 cup salsa 1 envelope taco seasoning 2 Eggland’s Best Eggs, lightly beaten 2 cups (16 ounces) 4% small-curd cottage cheese 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 10 flour tortillas (8 inches) 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese In a large skillet, cook venison over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, salsa and taco seasoning; cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through. In a small bowl, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, oregano and cumin. Cut tortillas in half; place half of them in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish (tortillas will overlap). Top with half of the meat sauce. Spoon cottage cheese mixture over the top. Layer with remaining tortillas and meat sauce. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Yield: 12 servings.

Hunter’s Delight

1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced 2-1/2 pounds red potatoes, thinly sliced 2 medium onions, sliced 1-1/2 pounds boneless venison steak, cubed 2 cans (14-3/4 ounces each) cream-style corn 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 to 1 teaspoon seasoned salt In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; drain. Place potatoes and onions in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with venison and bacon. Combine the corn, Worcestershire sauce, sugar and seasoned salt; pour over the top. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat and potatoes are tender. Yield: 8 servings.

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Some days are truely illogical and senseless, exactly the definition of Absurdity Day. So, by intent error, or just through surfing the net, you’ve stumbled upon this special, senseless day.....how absurd!

Celebrate this day in an absurd manner. Don’t sit back waiting for something absurd to happen. Rather, seek out things to do that are somewhat, if not wholly, illogical. Have fun with it. But, whatever you do, don’t try to make sense with it.

Have a wonderful, mind boggling and absurd Absurdity Day!!

FWP announces new regional supervisors

By Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) announced that two new regional supervisors have been hired to lead its offices in Billings and Glasgow.

Barb Beck, who worked for 13 years for the U.S. Forest Service – including time as a district ranger on both the Helena and Nez Perce National Forests – has been hired as the FWP Region 5 supervisor in Billings, replacing Gary Hammond who retired in July.

Mark Sullivan, a 26-year FWP veteran, is the new supervisor in FWP Region 6 in Glasgow, replacing Tom Flowers who was recently hired as the chief of FWP’s Enforcement Division in Helena. Sullivan moves up from the Region 6 wildlife manager, a position he’s held since 2010.

“Barb and Mark each bring a wealth of knowledge to these positions that will serve Montana and the communities of Billings and Glasgow well,” said Jeff Hagener, director of FWP in Helena. “Most importantly, they are leaders who will make immediate contributions to FWP’s management team.”

Previously, Beck supervised U.S. Forest Service fish and wildlife biologists, hydrologists, foresters and enforcement and administrative recreation staff. She also was the acting fish and wildlife staff officer for both the Helena and Deer Lodge National Forests.

Beck is currently a consultant providing facilitation, conflict resolution and other services to clients focusing on natural resource and land management issues. She is a reserve Carbon County sheriff’s deputy and has been a Red Lodge city alderman.

In past years, Sullivan served as a wildlife management biologist in Malta, where he worked with private landowners to conserve wetlands and other habitat projects and was a Block Management coordinator in FWP Region 4, headquartered in Great Falls. He holds a master’s degree in fish and wildlife management from Montana State University. ##### What is the second most popular fruit in the U.S.? Blueberries.

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##### Today, in Michigan, there are almost 4 million cherry trees which annually produce 150 to 200 pounds of tart cherries.

One of the best values for your $$ Buy bulls this fall. Yearling through 24 month Angus bulls sell Saturday, November 21 ~ ~ Joliet, Montana Thistledew Land & Cattle, (406) 962-3310 Call or e-mail us at mjeffrey@wildblue.net for sale catalog

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Sales lot located I-90 at Rocker Interchange

Inventory Available

1990 International 8300 tandem tractor, green 1988 GMC 7000 single axle chassis, diesel, 102 CA, white 1982 Ford LN8000 tandem chassis, diesel, automatic, white 1979 International CO 4070 tandem tractor, green

1994 Freightliner FL120 SA tractor, Caterpillar 3400, jake brake, 7 speed transmission, power steering, air ride suspension, 1124x5 rubber on Budds. Sell whole or part!

2001 International 4900 24-ft. Morgan van, white 2000 International 4900 chassis, white 1997 Ford F800 diesel, automatic, 18ft. steel bed, white 1997 Peterbilt 377 tractor, blue 1995 Kenworth W900L tractor, blue 1994 Ford L9000 tandem dump, orange 1994 International 4900 tandem chassis, white 1993 Kenworth T600 tandem tractor, blue 1993 International 4700 16-ft. scissor dump, white 1992 Chevrolet Kodiak single axle chassis, diesel, white 1992 Ford L8000, 24-ft. van, roll gate, white Transportation Available

Special Equipment

Williamsen 9-ft. utility truck bed, yellow Omaha Standard 16-ft. steel flatbed with hoist (5) 14-ft. thru 24-ft. van bodies

Hendrixson steerable lift axle, complete with aluminum wheels, tires, fenders and controls Ridewell air lift 4th axle, complete 2006 Wabash air ride closed tandem trailer suspension, complete (3) various heavy-duty under body hoist assemblies National 300B truck mounted hydraulic crane unit!

Omaha Standard 20-ft. platform, double cylinder BBP scissor hoist, good shape, complete - will sell seperate!

12-ft. one-way snow plow, State Highway

Semi Trailers

2009 Utility 53-ft.x102” reefer, accident damage, excellent storage

1996 Utility 46-ft.x102” reefer van, TK unit, 1122x5 rubber on pilot. Good storage or very roadable use. Won’t last long!

1996 Kidron 45-ft. reefer van, white 1991 Kentucky 48-ft. tri axle van, United 1990 Utility 28-ft.x102” SA pup, excellent storage, Norco 24-ft. tandem gooseneck, flatbed, black

Currently wrecking 299 trucks!

All shapes & sizes!

Wausau 12-ft., 1-way snow plow, complete.

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USED SEEDING

SPRAYERS

2014 John Deere 4940 120-ft. booms, 20” nozzles. Stock #16375................... $308,000 (1) 2014 John Deere 4940 120-ft. booms, 20” nozzles. Stock #46716................. $319,000 (15) 2013 John Deere 4940 120-ft. booms, 20” nozzles. Stock #13907................... $297,500 (1) 2012 John Deere 4940 120-ft. booms, 20” nozzles. Stock #15262................... $272,500 (1) 2006 John Deere 4920 self-propelled, 120-ft., 20”, trctn control. Stock #51280.$125,000 (1) 2006 John Deere 4920 self-propelled, 120-ft. booms. Stock #16263................. $99,000 (3) 2005 John Deere 4920 120-ft. booms, 1200 gallon tank. Stock #44253...... $121,500 (14) 2013 John Deere 4830 self-propelled, 100-ft. booms. Stock #15362............... $238,000 (2) 2012 John Deere 4830 self-propelled, 100-ft. booms. Stock #46632............. $242,500 (14) 2010 John Deere 4830 self-propelled, 100-ft. booms. Stock #44352............. $185,901 (12) 2009 John Deere 4830 self-propelled, 100-ft. booms. Stock #46623............. $167,000 (15) 2015 John Deere R4038, 100-ft., 20”, 5 sensor Boomtrac. Stock #51772........ $295,000 (14) 2014 John Deere R4038, 100-ft., 20” spacing, foam marker. Stock #51412.... $255,000 (15) Flexi-Coil S68XL, Raven AutoBoom, auto height. Stock #51394......Call for Pricing (1) 2007 Flexi-Coil 67XL wheel boom, 134-ft. booms. Stock #48084............... $13,000 (14) 2006 Flexi-Coil 67XL wheel boom, 120-ft. booms. Stock #44778............... $13,500 (12) 1999 Flexi-Coil 67XL wheel boom, 120-ft. booms. Stock #17364............... $12,000 (12) Flexi-Coil S67XL 100-ft. booms, 1500 gallon tank. Stock #12395..................... $11,500 (1) 2002 Flexi-Coil S67, 1000 gallon tank. Stock #50049.......................................... $9000 (1) Top Air TA2400 100-ft. booms, 2400 gallon tank. Stock #44849................... $49,500 (14) 2012 Summers Ultimate suspended boom, 110-ft. booms. Stock #15021...... $45,000 (1) 2010 Summers Ultimate NT 110-ft. boom, 1500 poly tank. Stock #50291.. $33,000 (14) 2010 Summers Ultimate suspended boom, 100-ft. booms. Stock #15568...... $32,000 (1) 2009 Summers Ultimate suspended boom, 100-ft. booms. Stock #15722...... $34,000 (3) 2007 Summers Ultimate suspended boom, 100-ft. booms. Stock #14614...... $31,500 (2) 2005 Summers Ultimate 1500 100-ft. booms, single nozzles. Stock #47131... $27,500 (12) Summers Ultimate 100-ft. booms, 1500 gallon tank. Stock #15568..................... $30,000 (3) Summers Ultimate 90-ft., 20” spacing, 1000 gallon tank. Stock #50725........... $9750 (15) 2007 Summers 1500 90-ft. booms, 1500 gallon. Stock #17842..................... $26,000 (12) Summers pickup sprayer, 80-ft. booms, 500 gallon tank. Stock #46817........... $3750 (12) 2013 Case IH PS160 134-ft., windscreens, 1600 gallon. Stock #50751....... $34,000 (12) 2011 Case IH 3300 self-propelled, 100-ft. booms. Stock #44531............. $185,000 (14) 2009 Case IH SRX160 120-ft. pull-type, 1600 gallon, 3 section. Stock #51019.$24,000 (12) 2007 Case IH SRX160, 120-ft., 20” spacing, 1600 gal tank. Stock #51704...... $29,500 (1) 2002 Rogator 874, 80-ft., 20” spacing, stainless tank. Stock #51461............. $63,000 (1)

2011 Fast 9518 120-ft. booms, 1800 gallon tank. Stock #16388..................... $34,500 (2) 2007 Brandt 2500 wheel boom, 1500 gallon tank, 130-ft. boom. Stock #50553..$9995 (11) 1995 Big Dutch 40-ft., 300 gallon tank, 3 section, PTO. Stock #50377.............. $3500 (15) 2005 Melroe Spra-Coupe 4450 60-ft. booms, 400 gallon. Stock #48091......... $55,000 (14) Ford truck mounted with Marflex sprayer. Stock #51976....................................... $25,000 (1)

UTILITY VEHICLES

2013 John Deere 850i RSX Gator, front bumper. Stock #15127................ $12,000 (1) 2012 John Deere 850i RSX Gator, poly roof, 316 miles. Stock #16630............ $12,500 (1) 2012 John Deere XUV825i Gator, windshield, benchseat. Stock #50555.................$12,000 2012 John Deere XUV825i Gator, Prosum cab with heat. Stock #47291................ $9900 (2) 2012 John Deere XUV825i, green, glass cab, heater. Stock #51809.................... $9500 (3) 2015 John Deere 825i, hard door, roof, windshield, hyd tilt box. Stock #51899.$13,500 (14) 2014 John Deere 825i, full poly cab, heater, bucket seats. Stock #51819...... $19,750 (14) 2012 John Deere 825i Gator, benchseat, Alloy rims, power dump. Stock #50740.$11,500 (14) 2012 John Deere 825i Gator, Bighorn tires, benchseat. Stock #50385........... $10,800 (1) 2010 John Deere 620i Gator, poly roof, windshield. Stock #10888..................... $8500 (1) 2012 John Deere 550 XUV Gator, standard bench seat. Stock #12393............. $7700 (2) 2014 Kubota X1100C, cab, heat, air conditioning. Stock #51898..................... $15,900 (14) 2009 Arctic Cat Prowler 1000 Stock #47862... .................................................... $5500 (12) 2006 Polaris 500 Stock #47341...... $5700 (15)

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2014 John Deere 1890 60-ft. 10” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #15473....... $349,000 (1) 2013 John Deere 1890 60-ft., 10”, 430 bu TBT 1910 cart. Stock #50540.......... $205,000 (1) 2012 John Deere 1890 60-ft. 7.5” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #14720....... $290,000 (1) 2012 John Deere 1890 60-ft. 7.5” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #16300....... $219,000 (2) 2006 John Deere 1890 46-ft. air drill, 7.5”, 270 bu TBT cart. Stock #50335......... $80,000 (1) 2012 John Deere 1890/1910 42-ft. 7.5” spacing. Stock #46624................... $135,000 (15) 2011 John Deere 1890/1910 50-ft. 7.5” spacing. Stock #46625................... $154,000 (15) 2008 John Deere 1895 42-ft. 10” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #16702....... $135,000 (1) 2015 John Deere 1830, 61-ft., 10” spacing, single shoot. Stock #51763.... $195,000 (14) 2015 John Deere 1830, 61-ft., 10” spacing, single shoot. Stock #51764.... $195,000 (14) 2014 John Deere 1830 61-ft., 10” spacing, 550 bu TBH cart. Stock #51460...... $234,000 (1) 2014 John Deere 1830 61-ft. 10” spacing.

Stock #47546......................... $198,000 (12) 2012 John Deere 1830 61-ft. 12” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #14371....... $178,001 (1) 2012 John Deere 1830 50-ft. 10” spacing, tow between cart. Stock #14434..... $165,001 (2) 2009 John Deere 1830 61-ft. 10” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #14492....... $185,000 (2) 2009 John Deere 1830 60-ft., 10” spacing, 350 bu TBT cart. Stock #51888....... $159,000 (1) 1998 John Deere 1820/1900 42-ft. 12” spacing, tow between. Stock #45506...... $32,500 (16) John Deere 9450 50-ft. 12” spacing. Stock #39493..................................... $12,500 (12) John Deere 9400 40-ft. 12” spacing. Stock #47645..................................... $16,500 (12) John Deere 9400 40-ft., 10”, (2) 9400, (2)9450.

Stock #50823........................... $10,500 (11) John Deere 9350 40-ft. 10” spacing, rubber press wheels. Stock #12568....... $10,500 (1)

CONSIGNMENTS

1992 Case 9280 4WD tractor, Cummins 855, 4 hydraulics. Stock #14138............ $39,500 (2) 1964 Ford 6000 2WD tractor, loader/bucket, open station. Stock #44293......... $6000 (16) 1981 Versatile 875 4WD tractor, cab, 4 hydraulics. Stock #12373...................... $39,775 (1) John Deere 8820 combine, JD 230 header with batt reel. Stock #46047..... $18,000 (11) 1980 John Deere 8820 combine. Stock #16365....................................... $18,500 (2) 1987 John Deere combine, 30-ft. 230 header, batt reel. Stock #15567.............. $16,500 (3) 1994 Claas 108SL combine, 2WD, single, chopper. Stock #13189............... $22,000 (2) 1998 Honey Bee SP36 36-ft. draper header, batt reel. Stock #13190.............. $22,000 (2) Haybuster 2620 round bale processor. Stock #17825..................................... $11,500 (12) 1993 New Holland round baler, twine and net, 540 PTO. Stock #15109................ $3600 (1) New Holland 1035 self-propelled bale wagon, open station. Stock #15097........... $2940 (1) 1981 New Holland 1114 open station windrower, 12-ft. Stock #47866................ $7950 (16) 1995 John Deere 930 side pull MoCo, 11.5-ft. cut, rotary. Stock #50226............. $3950 (16)

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2010 John Deere LA125 lawn tractor, 42” mower deck. Stock #51034......... $1200 (15) John Deere L110 lawn tractor, 48” deck, 42” snowblower. Stock #51092.......... $1250 (11) 2010 John Deere 48C powerflow system for JD mower. Stock #40127............... $900 (15) Flexi-Coil 5000 39-ft. air drill, 9” spacing, 2320 TBH cart. Stock #50609............. $30,800 (1) Case 8500 45-ft. air drill, 7.5” spacing, 2 tank, tow between cart. Stock #12374.$14,775 (1) John Deere 9450 box drills, 40-ft. 10” spacing.

Stock #16433............................. $14,000 (3) Convey-All BTS290 seed tender, 5th wheel mount, 2 tanks. Stock #50571.. $14,000 (11) Shaver 901 post hole digger. Stock #37519...... ................................................. $11,000 (15) 2007 Summers 1500 90-ft. sprayer, 1500 gallon tank. Stock #17842............. $26,000 (12) John Deere 620/70R46 floater tires for 4940 sprayer. Stock #16531................ $16,700 (1) 2011 Harvest International 8”x35-ft. transfer auger, PTO drive. Stock #51159.... $2500 (2)

GRAIN HANDLING

2010 Brandt 13110 auger, hydraulic lift, swing hopper. Stock #15155................ $28,000 (1) 2012 Brandt 1390 13”x90-ft. auger, hyd winch, electric mover. Stock #50942..... $17,000 (1) 2011 Brandt 1370XL 13”x70-ft. swing hopper, electric mover. Stock #51703..... $15,000 (3) 2008 Brandt 1370 13”x70-ft. auger, hyd lift, electric mover. Stock #50941........ $9000 (1) 2003 Brandt 1370 13”x70-ft. swing auger.

Stock #1614............................... $12,500 (2) Brandt 1360XL 13”x60-ft. swing auger, spout.

Stock #13173............................. $11,000 (1) Brandt 10”x60-ft. auger, manual winch, swing away hopper. Stock #51115.......... $6500 (3) 2011 Farm King 13”x85-ft. auger, manual swing away hopper. Stock #15359........ $14,000 (1) Farm King 8”x61-ft. auger. Stock #50052......... ...................................................... $2200 (1) 2009 Westfield MC130-91 13”x91-ft. auger, swing hopper. Stock #50960...... $16,000 (3) Westfield 10x60 10”x60-ft. auger, single swing hopper. Stock #51735................. $4000 (12)

John Deere 9350 (2) 10-ft., 10 spacing, no transport. Stock #51474.............. $6950 (14) John Deere 9350 16-ft. 10” spacing, steel press wheels. Stock #16429.......... $5500 (1) 1996 John Deere 0455 25-ft. with 7.5” spacing.

Stock #50042............................. $28,000 (3) John Deere 777, Call for details. Stock #51975....................................... $10,000 (1) 2014 John Deere 1770NT-16R30 16 row, 30” planter. Stock #15211............... $141,410 (1) 2006 John Deere 1770NT 16 row, 30” planter.

Stock #41883........................... $62,000 (14) 2003 John Deere 1770 planter. Stock #44660. ................................................. $56,558 (11) 2014 Case IH 800/3430 70-ft. 12” spacing, 3430 cart. Stock #48059........ $225,000 (14) 2010 Case ATX700 60-ft., 10” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #43798.......... $105,000 (12) Case ATX-6012 60-ft. 12” tow behind cart.

Stock #16376............................. $58,000 (1) Case 5012 50-ft. 12” spacing, tow behind cart.

Stock #16379............................. $51,000 (1) Maxim 50-ft. 9” spacing, tow between 300 bushel cart. Stock #15850.......... $29,500 (2) 2000 Flexi-Coil 7500 60-ft. 9.5” spacing, tow between cart. Stock #41308..... $37,500 (14) 1998 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 12” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #9912........... $44,500 (2) 1995 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 12” spacing, tow between cart. Stock #14077....... $36,500 (1) 1995 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 12” spacing, tow between cart. Stock #13394....... $34,500 (1) 1995 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 12” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #13625......... $42,000 (1) 2006 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 12” spacing, tow between cart. Stock #13876....... $82,000 (1) Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 12” spacing, 2320 tank.

Stock #43953........................... $42,000 (12) Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 12” spacing, 3450 cart.

Stock #45836........................... $39,900 (14) Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 9” spacing. Stock #47108..................................... $46,500 (12) 2000 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 9” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #43554........... $42,000 (12) 1997 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft., 9” spacing, tow between cart. Stock #9877............. $47,000 (1) 1997 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. 9” spacing, 2320 tank. Stock #44309................... $44,900 (12) Flexi-Coil 5000 45-ft., 12” spacing, tow between cart. Stock #47335......... $29,900 (12) 1992 Flexi-Coil 5000 45-ft. 7.5” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #15250......... $24,900 (1) 2006 New Holland SD440 58-ft. 10” spacing.

Stock #41283........................... $92,437 (12) 1995 Concord 6012 60-ft., 12” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #13236......... $32,000 (2) 1992 Concord 5612 56-ft., 12” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #12723......... $19,500 (2) 1994 Concord 3400 50-ft. 12” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #46620........... $29,000 (14) 1992 Concord 3400 50-ft. 12” spacing, tow behind cart. Stock #46621........... $29,000 (14) 1995 Concord 3000 40-ft., 12” spacing, double shoot. Stock #51713................... $10,000 (3) 2009 Great Plains 1510 15-ft. 7.5”, double disk, Stock #50814................... $30,000 (15) 2013 John Deere 1910 550 bushel tow behind cart. Stock #16122...................... $90,000 (1) 2012 John Deere 1910 430 bushel tow behind cart. Stock #16637...................... $69,000 (1) 2006 John Deere 1910 350 bushel tow behind cart. Stock #14030..................... $49,000 (1) Wheatheart BH-41-8 grain auger. Stock #13866.......................................... $6500 (1) Westgo 10”x60-ft. auger. Stock #15539............ ...................................................... $4000 (1) 8”x30-ft. PTO auger, drive-on transport. Stock #45749........................................ $2500 (16) 2013 Brandt 5200EX grain vac. Stock #16100. ................................................... $19,950 (1) 2008 Brandt 5000EX grain vac. Stock #16636. ................................................... $13,000 (1) Brandt 4500EX grain vac, new fan. Stock #50762.......................................... $4000 (1) 2010 Rem 3700 grain vac, 1000 PTO. Stock #51484..................................... $26,500 (12) 2011 Rem 2700 grain vac. Stock #13984.......... ................................................... $15,500 (1) 2010 Rem 2700 grain vac. Stock #13707.......... ................................................... $15,175 (2) Floor sweep only. Stock #13800.......... $175 (2)

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#51867

#99390508

#16566

2015 John Deere 569, net wrap, hyd pickup, hi-floatation tires. Stock #51771$43,500 (14) 2014 John Deere 569 Premium, twine/net, 1000 PTO. Stock #50857........... $48,500 (1) 2013 John Deere 569 Premium, net wrap, baler auto. Stock #99390508.......... $47,000 (3) 2012 John Deere 568, twine/net, MegaWide, hyd pickup. Stock #51317......... $34,950 (16) 2011 John Deere 568 Mega Wide, twine and net. Stock #47590.................... $35,000 (14) 2011 John Deere 568 net, MegaWide Plus pickup, pushbar. Stock #51264.$32,500 (16) 2009 John Deere 568, twine/net, MegaWide, push bar. Stock #51475............ $29,950 (16) 2008 John Deere 568 Mega Wide, surface wrap. Stock #14641.................... $29,750 (3) 2008 John Deere 568, net wrap, hyd pickup, 1000 PTO. Stock #51727......... $27,500 (16) 2007 John Deere 568, net wrap, 1000 PTO, big tires. Stock #51911............. $21,000 (12) 2004 John Deere 567, net/twine, MegaWide, hyd pickup. Stock #51729........... $19,990 (1) 2004 John Deere 567 twine only, MegaWide, hyd. lift. Stock #50387............... $15,500 (11) 2004 John Deere 567, twine, MegaWide, hyd pckp, 540 PTO. Stock #51707.. $15,000 (12) 2004 John Deere 567, twine/net, MegaWide, push bar. Stock #51316............ $13,950 (11) 2003 John Deere 567 net and twine, hydraulic pickup. Stock #14790................. $15,750 (1) 2002 John Deere 567 twine only, MegaWide, push bar. Stock #51037............ $13,500 (11) 2001 John Deere 567 twine only, MegaWide, 540 PTO. Stock #50745........... $12,500 (15) 2001 John Deere 567 twine/net, 1000 PTO, push bar. Stock #50813............ $12,500 (15) 2001 John Deere 567 twine only, 540 PTO, wide pickup. Stock #50951....... $12,500 (15) 2001 John Deere 567 wide pickup, twine only.

Stock #46471........................... $12,500 (12) 1999 John Deere 566 twine only, Mega tooth pickup. Stock #47683.................. $8500 (14) 1998 John Deere 566 twine only, MegaTooth pickup. Stock #50700................ $10,500 (11) 1998 John Deere 566 60” wide, 540 PTO, twine only. Stock #50329............. $8950 (16) 1998 John Deere 566 twine only, 1000 PTO, push bar. Stock #50636............... $9995 (11) 1997 John Deere 566 net and twine, Mega tooth pickup. Stock #47133...... $10,000 (14) 1997 John Deere 566 twine only, hi-flo tires.

Stock #46023.............................. $9500 (12) 1997 John Deere 566 twine only, Mega tooth, 540 PTO. Stock #50622............... $9500 (11)

1996 John Deere 566 twine only, hyd pickup, 15,000 bales. Stock #51100........ $8500 (14) 1995 John Deere 535 540 PTO, flotation tires, gathering wheels. Stock #50920..$3950 (16) 1993 John Deere 535 twine/net, 540 PTO, hyd. lift, gauge wheel. Stock #50497... $6500 (16) 1991 John Deere 535 twine only. Stock #16681.......................................... $4250 (3) 1990 John Deere 535, twine only, 540 PTO, gather wheels.Stock #51419....... $3000 (11) 1987 John Deere 535 20 spline 1000 PTO shaft. Stock #13375....................... $4000 (1) 1986 John Deere 530 round baler. Stock #47042........................................ $3500 (12) John Deere 510 round baler. Stock #15174..... ...................................................... $2500 (2) 2008 Vermeer 605M wide pickup, net and twine. Stock #47118................. $24,000 (16) 2002 Vermeer 605XL twine only, regular pickup, 540 PTO. Stock #16352........ $10,600 (3) 1995 Vermeer 605K twine only, standard pickup, gathering whl. Stock #50746..$4995 (11) 2008 Hesston 5556 twine only, MegaWide, 540 PTO. Stock #46661........... $19,000 (12) 2005 Hesston 956-A round baler. Stock #50635....................................... $13,000 (1) 2001 Hesston 856A twine only. Stock #50788.. ................................................. $11,900 (15) 1989 Hesston 560 twine only. Stock #51277.... ...................................................... $3000 (3) 2005 Case IH RBX562 twine/net, wide hyd. lift, 1000 PTO, ramp. Stock #50559... $7995 (11) 2003 Case RBX562 wide pickup, net wrap, hydraulic pickup. Stock #47614....... $8500 (12) 2006 Case IH RBX561 twine/net, converging wheels. Stock #50437.................. $7500 (11) 2002 Case IH RBX561 twine/net, new PTO & gearbox. Stock #51066.................. $6900 (1) 2000 Case IH RS561A twine only, 1000 PTO. 14.L16 tires. Stock #46993.......... $8500 (12) 2007 New Holland BR780A 540 PTO, twine only. Stock #44546...................... $7950 (12) 2003 New Holland BR780 540 PTO, LH/RH gauge wheels. Stock #12984..... $10,500 (1) 2000 New Holland 688 540 PTO, twine only, Bale Command. Stock #14908...... $6500 (2) 1995 New Holland 660 twine only, 540 PTO, regular pickup. Stock #50752...... $5500 (16) 1994 New Holland 650 twine only, 540 PTO, precut knives. Stock #16353......... $5500 (2) 2009 Hesston 7434 big square baler, tandem axle, bale ID. Stock #51418...... $68,500 (11) 1999 Hesston 4755 3x3 square baler, bale chute. Stock #51841................. $29,900 (14)

ROUND & SQUARE BALERS

WINDROWERS, MOCO’S & SWATHERS

2014 John Deere W150 windrower, 16.5L-16.1 casters. Stock #15707.............. $160,000 (1) 2014 John Deere W150 windrower, hydraulic centerlink. Stock #16566.......... $154,000 (1) 2012 John Deere R450 windrower, 16-ft. head, Tri-Lobe. Stock #51822........... $102,900 (15) 2011 John Deere D450 windrower. Stock #14045....................................... $84,000 (1) 2002 John Deere 4990 windrower, 14-ft. 990 header, Impeller. Stock #51868.$42,900 (15) 2007 John Deere 4895 windrower, draper ready. Stock #16337................. $100,000 (1) John Deere swather. Stock #13422.. $1000 (1) International 4000 swather, 14.5-ft. draper header. Stock #43066................. $4500 (12) 2008 Agco 9365 rotary windrower, 16-ft. hay head. Stock #16261................... $72,500 (3) 2012 MacDon M105 cab, air, D60 35-ft. header.

Stock #11104........................... $109,000 (1) 2003 MacDon 9352i windrower, 30-ft. draper header. Stock #43978.............. $90,900 (14) 2003 MacDon 5020 mower conditioner, 16-ft., steel cond. Stock #43981......... $11,000 (12) 1980 Hesston 6450 open station, 12-ft. head, gas, steel cond. Stock #50334..... $6950 (16) 2006 New Holland 1475 haybine, 16-ft. pull type. Stock #15022..................... $16,500 (2) New Holland 1114 windrower, 14-ft. header, gas engine. Stock #46104........... $9619 (12)

New Holland 1100 windrower, diesel, 21-ft. draper. Stock #47073.................. $9500 (16) 2015 John Deere 946 MoCo, 13-ft. rotary, V10 conditioner. Stock #51777........ $31,500 (16) 2010 John Deere 946 MoCo, 13-ft. cut, impeller conditioner. Stock #43698... $26,000 (16) 2010 John Deere 946 MoCo, impeller cond., 3-pt., hyd. tilt. Stock #47219...... $25,000 (12) 2004 John Deere 946 MoCo, impeller conditioner. Stock #47233................. $17,500 (14) 2001 John Deere 946 MoCo, impeller cond., 2-pt., 1000 PTO. Stock #50538..................... ................................................. $14,000 (11) 1999 John Deere 955 MoCo, rotary tongue, 14-ft. cut. Stock #14538.............. $12,000 (3) 2006 Case DCX161 MoCo, 16-ft., steel rollers.

Stock #15626................................ $7000 (2) 2009 Hesston 3315 mower conditioner. Stock #50708....................................... $22,618 (3) Caterpillar Challenger PTS16T MoCo, 16-ft. head. Stock #51701................. $14,000 (12) 2004 Frontier MC1216 MoCo, 16-ft., steel conditioner. Stock #50969.............. $10,950 (11) 1991 New Holland 499 pull-type swather, 14-ft. sickle header. Stock #51095........ $5500 (14) 1997 Westward 3000 30-ft. pull-type swather, batt reel. Stock #51711................. $4500 (1) 2012 John Deere 995 hay header, V10 conditioner. Stock #50388................. $27,500 (14)

#47740

MISCELLANEOUS

2014 John Deere 304K 4WD wheel loader, 137 hours. Stock #50874.......... $73,500 (16) 2005 John Deere 35D compact excavator, cab, heat, A/C. Stock #51091........... $28,250 (11) 2011 Case TR270 skidsteer, EH hand controls, 13” tracks. Stock #51867.......... $39,000 (15) Great Bend 951 3-point backhoe, 18” bucket, runs off hydraulics. Stock #47542................. .................................................... $5950 (16) 2013 Buhler 2450 14 bale round bale carrier, self-leveling. Stock #51207....... $28,500 (16) 2004 Haybuster 2650 round bale processor, 2 bale, 1000 PTO. Stock #47740..$12,500 (16) New Holland 1048 Super bale wagon, 2 wide, gas. Stock #43900....................... $9000 (12) 2011 Allen 8803 29-ft. hydraulic driven basket rake. Stock #51202................... $24,900 (15) 2012 H&S BF14HC 14-wheel high capacity wheel rake. Stock #50933.......... $12,500 (3) 1997 John Deere 700 twin rake. One owner.

Stock #51694.............................. $5900 (15) Sitrex H9-V10 v-rake. Stock #50773..$2000 (3) Frontier AB13G global bale spear, used once.

Stock #17019................................ $850 (15) Buhler 150 9-ft. rear blade, 3 way hyd. adjust, cutting edge. Stock #50220......... $6500 (11) Rhino HD3WM 8-ft. rear blade, manual angle and tilt. Stock #51929.................... $750 (16) 2014 Frontier RB5060L 5-ft. lighter-duty rear blade. Stock #51840...................... $490 (14) Degelman 10-1 front blade, 10-ft., manual angle. Stock #15578.......................... $2500 (1) 2008 HLA manure fork for JD 265 loader. 2-ft. tines. Stock #48055....................... $650 (16) 2015 John Deere BW15918 bucket. Never used, global mounts. Stock #50961............... ........................................................$1500 (1)

2011 Wheatheart High & Heavy Hitter sidemast post pounder. Stock #51967.$9350 (16) Ezee-On 2400 post pounder. Stock #51876....... ........................................................$4800 (1) Shaver HD10 post pounder, skid steer mount.

Stock #50378.............................. $5500 (01) Shaver HD10 post pounder, fits on skid steer.

Stock #48005.............................. $2850 (16) 2014 Danhuser SM40 hammer post pounder, hyd. tilt. Stock #50556.................. $7500 (11) Ambusher RC51 5-ft. rotary cutter for skid steer. Stock #47072..................... $3400 (15) 2003 John Deere MX6 rotary cutter, 6-ft. cut width, 540 PTO. Stock #51403.... $1950 (11) 2008 Frontier RC1060 5-ft. rotary cutter, safety chains. Stock #50807.................. $1100 (15) Woods RD60 rear discharge mower, 60” cut width, 540 PTO. Stock #51143.... $1500 (15) Sitrex sickle mower, 5-ft. cut, 3-pt. mount, 540 PTO. Stock #51778....................... $500 (11) Artsway VD7 pull type ditcher, 7-ft. blades, two hydraulics. Stock #50225............. $2500 (16) Buhler 960 8-ft. wide, dual auger snowblower, 540 PTO. Stock #17971.............. $3950 (16) 6-ft. front snowblade to fit compact tractors, hydraulic angle. Stock #50811........ $1350 (15) Morris 50-HHB 50-ft. heavy harrow, mechanical fold, 1/2” teeth. Stock #50749.....$18,000 (12) Morris chisel plow. Stock #15851...... $3600 (1) 1992 Case IH 5600 28-ft. chisel plow with harrow. Stock #51696....................... $8900 (15) Field cultivator, 36-ft., 4-bar drag harrow. Stock #50774.......................................... $4750 (3) Frontier LR2184 medium duty, 84” landscape rake, Cat 3-pt. Stock #51233......... $995 (15) Yorks RS 3-pt. landscape rake, 5-ft. width.

Stock #50810................................ $475 (15)

LAWN AND TURF

2012 John Deere X720, 3-pt., mid PTO, 540 rear PTO, 60” deck. Stock #51881$8500 (12) 2012 John Deere 647, 540 PTO, came off X720 mower. Stock #51882......... $3000 (12) 2011 John Deere X500 hydro trans, 48” deck, 426 hours. Stock #50804............. $4800 (11) 2015 John Deere X320 48” deck, 6 hours. Like new! Stock #50753...................... $4049 (11) 2006 John Deere X304 42” deck with bagger.

Stock #46010.............................. $2900 (12) 2014 John Deere Z425 mower, new 48” deck.

Stock #50962................................ $3300 (3) 2014 John Deere Z445 54” deck. Stock #50937.......................................... $4750 (1) 2006 John Deere 135 hydro transmission, 42” cut. Stock #50386.......................... $900 (11) 2006 John Deere LA115 lawn mower, 42” deck. Stock #50318..................... $1000 (01) 2002 John Deere LT155 lawn mower, 42” deck, 15 hp, hydro. Stock #50288..$850 (16) John Deere L108 42” riding mower, 18.9 HP engine. Stock #13421...................... $600 (1) John Deere SRX95 30” deck, bagger. Stock #50703.......................................... $875 (12) Husqvarna RZ5424 zero turn mower bagger, 54” deck. Stock #45957............... $3250 (12)

2006 Toro Z480 time cutter hydro, powerflow bagger. Stock #42704................. $1900 (14) John Deere WE85 walk behind mower. Stock #13490............................................ $950 (3) 2012 John Deere 62D mid mount mower, 62” cut. Stock #13420.......................... $3200 (1) 2012 John Deere mower, 72”, for 4720 tractor.

Stock #12798................................ $3500 (1) 2012 Swisher RTB12544 pull behind mower, 44”, gas. Stock #13009.................. $1600 (2) Swisher Quad Boss pull type mower, 44” cut.

Stock #46254.............................. $1350 (11) 2011 Bobcat 72” finishing mower, hydraulic drive. Stock #47071..................... $3900 (15) 2011 Frontier SB11 54” snowblower, hydraulic chute rotation. Stock #12181......... $2895 (1) John Deere SB59 59” snowblower, 3-point.

Stock #10328................................ $2000 (1) Yardman GT18 48” front mount snowblower.

Stock #51153.............................. $1750 (16)

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#51343

#51214

COMBINES

2014 John Deere S690, ProDrive trans, Harvest Smart. Stock #16206........ $359,500 (1) 2014 John Deere S680 STS TriStream rotor, sidehill kit. Stock #46907........ $358,000 (14) 2014 John Deere S680, ProDrive, HarvestSmart, HID lights. Stock #51845........... $339,000 (12) 2014 John Deere S680, ProDrive, HarvestSmart, HID lights. Stock #51907........... $339,000 (12) 2013 John Deere S680, ProDrive, HarvestSmart, 640D head. Stock #15838........... $345,000 (1) 2013 John Deere S680 Premium cab, 2WD. Stock #46285......................... $330,000 (15) 2012 John Deere S680, TriStream rotor, 640D header. Stock #15823.............. $355,000 (1) 2012 John Deere S680 STS Premium cab, 2WD. Stock #43803................ $280,000 (12) 2015 John Deere S670, ProDrive, TriStream rotor, 29-ft. agr. Stock #51768.$330,000 (14) 2013 John Deere S670 392/285 hr, ProDrive transmission. Stock #43358... $325,000 (11) 2012 John Deere S670, 3 speed transmission, TriStream rotor. Stock #51214.$290,000 (12) 2012 John Deere S670 Pro Drive transmission. Stock #46604................. $275,000 (11) 2012 John Deere S670 side hill pkg, manual tailboard. Stock #51008.......... $265,000 (12) 2012 John Deere S670 ProDrive trans, manual tailboard. Stock #51007...... $265,000 (12) 2012 John Deere S670, 3 speed, side-hill package. Stock #46842.......... $249,000 (11) 2010 John Deere 9870 Premium cab, ContourMaster. Stock #15227........ $244,106 (1) 2008 John Deere 9870 1948/1402 hr, duals, custom cut pkg. Stock #50954...................... ............................................... $235,000 (11) 2011 John Deere 9770, manual vane chopper, AutoTrac ready. Stock #51445....................... ............................................... $240,000 (14) 2006 John Deere 9760, bullet rotor, chopper, sidehill. Stock #47214............ $165,000 (12) 2005 John Deere 9760 STS combine. Stock #15031..................................... $170,000 (3) 2004 John Deere 9760S with 936D header and ATU. Stock #14167............ $175,000 (1) 2004 John Deere 9760S with 936D header.

Stock #14166........................... $172,000 (1) 2004 John Deere 9760 22.5-ft. unload auger.

Stock #50873........................... $155,000 (1) 2004 John Deere 9760, 1360 sep hr, 3 spd, fixed fdrhse. Stock #46814..... $140,000 (11) 2001 John Deere 9750, 2500 sep hr, big top, 20-ft. auger. Stock #51343........ $104,930 (2) 2004 John Deere 9660 1535 sep hr, single point hookup. Stock #51082... $105,000 (12) 2000 John Deere 9650 20-ft. unloading auger, spreader. Stock #15107............. $89,000 (1)

1998 John Deere 9610 2WD, singles, chopper.

Stock #16624............................. $57,000 (3) 1998 John Deere 9610 combine. Stock #15186....................................... $55,000 (3) 1997 John Deere 9600 with 30-ft. platform, big top hopper. Stock #15170.......... $67,500 (1) 1995 John Deere 9600 with 930R and pickup header. Stock #16264................ $36,000 (3) 1994 John Deere 9600 with 930R and 214 pickup header. Stock #14963..... $39,000 (1) 1991 John Deere 9600 260 hp, straw walkers, 20-ft. unld auger. Stock #51122.. $34,441 (3) 1990 John Deere 9600 pickup reel, chopper, single range. Stock #50699........ $32,000 (1) 1990 John Deere 9600 Stock #15173.............. ................................................... $32,000 (1) 1990 John Deere 9500 3000 sep hr, chopper, chaff spreader. Stock #51231... $29,995 (11) 1990 John Deere 9500 chopper, chaff spreader, 924 header. Stock #50541... $24,000 (11) 1984 John Deere 8820 no spreader or chopper, 4000 hours. Stock #50881.... $9950 (11) 1982 John Deere 8820 230 header, batt reel, Sund attachment. Stock #15079.$12,500 (2) 1980 John Deere 7720 combine with JD 224 24-ft. platform. Stock #14568...... $10,500 (3) 2009 Case 7120 combine, no headers. Stock #13146..................................... $187,500 (2) 2009 Case IH 6088 combine. Stock #44527..... ............................................... $175,000 (15) 2006 Case IH 2388 rock trap, chaff spreader, straw chopper. Stock #50988... $170,000 (3) 2000 Case 2388 AFS yield monitor, big top, no chopper. Stock #46238............. $76,153 (12) 2000 Case 2388 Ag Leader yield monitor, big top. Stock #15602....................... $75,000 (1) 1998 Case IH 2388 AFS monitor, 3 speed, straw spreader. Stock #46343.. $68,886 (14) 1997 Case 2188 new engine with 200 hours, 36-ft. header. Stock #15661........ $44,000 (1) 1996 Case 2188 chaff spreader, rock trap, rebuilt feederhouse. Stock #14935.$64,500 (3) 1988 Case 1680 singles, chaff spreader, 3560 hours. Stock #50938................... $19,207 (3) 1986 Case 1680 30-ft. 1010 header. Stock #47438..................................... $21,000 (12) 1992 Case IH 1660 1010 header. Very clean, shedded. Stock #50989.............. $28,000 (3) 2011 Gleaner S77 705 sep hr, chopper, chaff spreader. Stock #51255......... $210,000 (14) 2008 Gleaner R65 1041 separator hours, chopper. Stock #51254........... $140,000 (14) 2003 Gleaner R65 combine with powered rear axle. Stock #15248................... $147,500 (1) 1998 Agco Gleaner R72 2156 separator hours. Stock #51080................. $49,324 (12)

Railroad Ties

$8.00/tie Sold in 16 tie bundles We will load Available at Conrad, Cut Bank and Dillon locations

#51487

#51815

TRACTORS

2014 John Deere 9560R 18/6 powershift, 4 hydraulics. Stock #16561.......... $309,000 (1) 2012 John Deere 9560R 18/6 powershift transmission. Stock #43365... $285,000 (12) 2012 John Deere 9560R, 5 SCV’s, 1000 PTO, heavy wt pkg. Stock #51278..... $282,000 (1) 2013 John Deere 9510R PTO, Premium cab, 510 hp. Stock #15509............... $319,000 (1) 2013 John Deere 9510R, 18/6 powershift, 4 hydraulics. Stock #46642........ $302,500 (15) 2012 John Deere 9510R, 18/6 powershift, hiflo hydraulics. Stock #51497..... $269,179 (1) 2012 John Deere 9510R 18/6 powershift, 5 SCV’s. Stock #51487................ $268,719 (1) 2015 John Deere 9470R, 4WD, 470 hp, 18/6 powershift. Stock #51765....... $312,500 (14) 2015 John Deere 9470R, 4WD, 470 hp, 18/6 powershift. Stock #51766....... $312,500 (14) 2011 John Deere 9430 PTO, 5 hydraulics, powershift. Stock #44271....... $204,250 (16) 2001 John Deere 9400 12 speed powershift, 4 hydraulics. Stock #16380............ $95,500 (1) 2009 John Deere 9330 24/6 syncro transmission, 4 hyd. Stock #16254........ $197,500 (1) 1984 John Deere 8650 238 hp, partial PS, no PTO, blade. Stock #51113.......... $27,000 (1) 1992 John Deere 8560 4WD, differential lock, 3 hydraulics. Stock #15976......... $42,500 (1) 1991 John Deere 8560 3 hyd., diff lock, monitor, 24 speed. Stock #50698..... $43,500 (12) 2014 John Deere 8310R Premium cab, IVT, 540/1000 PTO. Stock #16045.. $269,000 (1) 2013 John Deere 8310R MFWD, cab, IVT, dual PTO. Stock #15720.................. $227,500 (1) 2011 John Deere 8285R Premium cab, IVT, 1000 PTO. Stock #14527......... $218,500 (1) 2006 John Deere 8230 MFWD, Premium cab, powershift. Stock #46576......... $72,000 (15) 2004 John Deere 7420, IVT, 2 SCV’s, 741 loader. Stock #51862................ $59,500 (15) 2007 John Deere 7330 Premium, 16 sp PowrQuad, 3 SCV’s. Stock #51815.. $89,500 (16) 2014 John Deere 7210R, IVT, 5 SCV’s, dual PTO. Stock #44518................ $232,700 (15) 2014 John Deere 7210R 5 hyd remotes, 540/1000 PTO. Stock #50494..$220,000 (14) 2014 John Deere 6170R MFWD + TLS, 540/1000. Stock #99011852.... $167,500 (1) 2014 John Deere 6170R MFWD, 540/1000.

Stock #15779........................... $162,000 (1) 2014 John Deere 6170M, 20/20 AutoQuad Plus, dual PTO. Stock #51400.. $134,500 (1) 2014 John Deere 6170M, 3 SCV’s, cold start package. Stock #51401............ $134,500 (1) 2014 John Deere 6150M 16 spd PowrQuad, 3 SCV, dual PTO. Stock #51149....................... ............................................... $113,500 (16) 2014 John Deere 6150M, 3 SCV’s, 540/1000 PTO. Stock #51150................ $113,500 (16)

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11=Lewistown: 406-538-5433 12=Havre: 406-265-5518 13=Chester: 406-759-5010

14=Great Falls: 406-761-2005 15=Belgrade: 406-388-2100 16=Livingston: 406-222-3150

2015 John Deere 6140M, 16/16 PowrQuad, H360 loader. Stock #51769.... $117,500 (14) 2015 John Deere 6140M, 16/16 PowrQuad, H360 loader. Stock #51770.... $117,500 (14) 1980 John Deere 4640 2WD, 16 speed QuadRange, loader. Stock #51161... $19,500 (14) 1988 John Deere 4450 MFWD, PowerShift, 3 SCV’s, weights. Stock #50789.. $28,900 (15) 1963 John Deere 4010, 2WD, 80 hp, Shaver HD-10 post driver. Stock #51872... $8000 (3) 1988 John Deere 3155 MFWD, cab, 265 loader and grapple. Stock #47408.. $35,000 (15) 1988 John Deere 2955 MFWD, 80 hp, JD 265 SL loader. Stock #13560............ $27,500 (3) 1969 John Deere 1520 2WD, open station, 51 hp, gas, 3-point. Stock #47154.... $5000 (14) 2004 Case IH STX 450 duals, 4 hydraulics, no PTO. Stock #46868................ $137,500 (12) 2002 Case IH STX 450 quad track, powershift, Trimble GPS. Stock #46867.... $104,950 (12) 2000 Case IH MX270 powershift, loader/grapple, 4 hyd. Stock #50230.......... $68,773 (12) 2005 Case IH Magnum MX255, 18/4R powershift, 4 SCV’s.Stock #51420....... $82,000 (1) 2010 Case IH Magnum 245, duals, 4 hydraulics, 3-point. Stock #45276..... $129,318 (14) 2004 Case IH MXM175 MFWD, powershift, LX172 loader. Stock #47340..... $74,900 (15) 2005 Case IH MXM155, MFWD, powershift, LX172 loader. Stock #51820.... $58,900 (11) 2003 Case IH MXM130, MFWD, powershift, self-leveling ldr. Stock #51684.. $47,900 (11) 1995 Case 9270 differential lock, 4 hydraulics, standard shift. Stock #16432...... $55,000 (1) 1990 Case IH 9150, powershift, duals. Stock #51974....................................... $40,000 (1) Case IH 4690 4WD, crab steer, 7724 hours.

Stock #46329........................... $10,500 (11) 1989 Case IH 2096, 2WD, 12 speed, 540/1000 PTO, loader. Stock #51685....... $18,500 (11) 1970 Case 1170 2WD, PTO, 3-pt., DuAl loader, 6-ft. bucket. Stock #51270............. $8900 (1) 1967 International 1256, 8/4 transmission, 540/1000 PTO.Stock #51485...... $8900 (12) 1997 Caterpillar 75D, powershift, 36” tracks, 4 rear remotes. Stock #51761....... $65,000 (1) 2006 Agco LT90A, IVT transmission, 3 SCV’s, loader, grapple. Stock #51048.. $49,500 (12) 1994 Ford 8340, MFWD, 100 hp. Stock #51910..................................... $35,000 (12) 1989 Ford 7710 MFWD, cab, 540 PTO, loader/ bucket/spear. Stock #16107....... $19,500 (3) Ford 7600 2WD, open station, Ford 777F loader/bucket/grapple. Stock #16118... $9500 (1) 1993 Ford 3600 2WD, open station, 3-pt., PTO, loader. Stock #51276..................... $5500 (1) Ford Major 2WD, 4 cyl. diesel, 35 hp, loader with 4-ft. bucket. Stock #50528.... $3500 (16) 1954 Ford Golden Jubilee, 4 cyl gas, 4/1 spreed, 540 PTO.Stock #51393.. $2500 (16) Versatile 950 tractor. Stock #16430.................. ................................................... $22,000 (1) 1983 Versatile 875 Call for more details! Stock #51158..................................... $19,000 (12) 1981 Versatile 875 differential lock, 4 hydraulics. Stock #47170.................... $17,500 (12) 1980 Versatile 875 4WD, Atom Jet kit, reman transmission. Stock #15662....... $19,500 (1) 1976 Versatile 850 12/4 transmission, 3 hydraulics. Stock #50389............. $15,500 (14) 1985 Versatile 256 bidirectional, three bale spear, drawbar. Stock #47784.. $17,500 (14) 1994 Allis-Chalmers 8610 MFWD, 103 hp, Westendorf TA28. Stock #14187.$23,000 (3) 1982 Allis-Chalmers 5020 loader, 4-way front blade with mounts. Stock #16471.. $9500 (3) 2007 Kubota M9540D, loader, bucket, skid steer carrier. Stock #51498...... $32,000 (14) 2006 Kubota L3130 MFWD, open station, 3-point. Stock #16699................ $18,850 (1) 1998 New Holland TV140 cab, dual PTO, 3 hydraulics. Stock #13011............... $60,000 (2) 2002 New Holland TV140 loader, dual PTO, 2 hydraulics. Stock #14303............ $58,000 (2) Big Bud 460/30 Detroit diesel, cab, powershift, 4 hydraulics. Stock #10890......... $42,500 (1)

Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day

Day celebrated is always on November 14!

This holiday is all about taking the time to clean out your refrigerator.

Not very often do we keep our frig squeaky clean and all the food fresh. Because of our fast pace life we are forever pushing to the back those plastic containers and later find-

ing a moldy mossy mess don’t we.

So this holiday is a reminder to us all to clean out that frig at least once a year. Toss out the old food and wash down the shelves and walls of the frig too. Front to back, top to bottom now. You know you only have a few more days before Thanksgiving anyway and we all know how much extra room we need during the holiday season for leftover food right? So on this holiday get ahead of the game and Clean Out Your Refrigerator!

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ITEMS FOR SALE 1944 Farmall A tractor, wide front end, new tires, new wires and electrical, paint, good runner.

Vermeer 504F round hay baler, new twine arms, belt and hoses, field ready.

1960 Chevrolet 2 ton truck, newer 366 V8 motor, new steel flatbed, hoist and good tires.

Dozer blade to fit front end loader, side plates, skids and attachments to angle right or left.

14-ft. aluminum fishing boat with like new motor, trailer with new tires, fishing seats and canvas tarp cover, excellent shape.

Phone 406-733-6582, Phillip Ferda

Charles Moore Inc. (Formerly C Moore Fab & Repair and Equipment Sales)

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855 Kinsey Road, Miles City, MT 59301

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Custom Hay Hauling!

Our hay trains can haul anywhere from 42 to 48 round bales. We have friendly drivers and reliable service. Please contact Charles at 406-232-0400 or 951-1650.

Custom Hauling Have loaders and tractors with Grab Tec grapple forks to bunch and load hay Also for sale 300 tons of first and second cutting alfalfa hay round bales. Bales weigh 1400 lbs.

2000 ton of hay and straw for sale. Hay is alfalfa, alfalfa/grass blend, or straight grass hay in round bales. Quality of hay is from horse quality to grinder quality hay, depending on what you are looking for. Also have a couple hundred ton of 3x4x8 large squares that are an alfalfa/grass blend. Pricing depends on type of hay and distance hauled. Call Charles at 406-951-1650.

We Have Many Hay Trains For Sale

Bradford Built Flatbeds

Call for information!

2001 Peterbilt 379 948,985 miles on Detroit 60 Series engine, 430 hp, 10 speed, 3.4 ratio, heated mirrors, cruise control, air conditioning, 63” Unicab sleeper, hydraulics for wet kit. Nice truck! Call for pricing!

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Cat 14E motor grader, 14-ft. blade, scarifier, Cat engine, good tires. Nice older motor grader. Call for pricing!!

2010 Titan 16-ft. stock trailer, new tires, center gate, floor mats, wooden floor, rear gate has slider. This is a nice little stock trailer for running down the road or around the ranch.

Call us with the size of train you’re looking for.

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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.

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GrabTec grapple forks

Bunner portable air compressor. Runs good!!!

1981 GMC single axle flatbed truck with 350 gas engine, 4 speed manual transmission, dual wheels. Flatbed is stationary. Nice truck for hauling things around the farm or ranch. Call for pricing.

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1983 Ford 9000 tandem axle dump truck, 300 Cummins engine, 9 speed transmission, Timpte dump box.

YOUR DEALER FOR 1991 Trailmobile 48-ft.x102” curtain trailer. Curtain and trailer are in good shape!

Here is a real gem!!! Fully restored cargo wagon. This is a nice older wagon that has been taken care of. Hook up the team and have a little bit of fun with this ole beauty!!!

Truck Defender Grill Guards

We can order guards for semis or pickups!

Reman engines

2005 Cornhusker hopper trailer, spread axle. This trailer has been pulled regularly and is ready to go!! Call for pricing and more information.

Trucking Services: Our drivers haul grain, hay, livestock and equipment across the country.

We also use hoppers to carry bulk commodities.

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.

1993 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 4x4, AM/FM radio, air conditioning works, grill guard with winch on front, 186,272 miles. Call for pricing!

2- 1985 Spartan belly dump trailers, large air tanks, hoppers and gates in good shape, tires and brakes in good shape. Comes with asphalt tarps. These trailers have been pulled and thoroughly gone through! Call for pricing!!

1998 Peterbilt 379 day cab, good tires and brakes. Nice clean day cab that would make a nice farm truck. Call for pricing and information.

3-point, 5 wheel V rake. Tines are in good shape. In good working condition.

Call us for products available!

8-ft welding box, fits a dually pickup. Plenty of tool boxes!

Cat 12 motor grader, pony motor, 14-ft. blade. Nice older motor grader for fixing roads around the ranch!!

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Ruby Valley FFA Invitational

September 29th the Ruby Valley FFA Chapter and Alumni hosted the 44th annual Ruby Valley FFA Invitational. This is a statewide FFA/4-H competition that involves three contests: livestock evaluation, soils & range evaluation, and forestry.

This also served as the southwestern fall district contests. There were 406 competitors, 273 in livestock, 60 in range, and 73 in forestry. 25 FFA chapters from all over the state came to compete. This contest could not have been a success without full community support. This includes local ranches and alumni bringing livestock evaluation classes and taking reasons, the Sheridan NRCS setting up the soils and range contest and US Forest Service and BLM personnel hosting the forestry contest. The livestock and range contests were held at the Morse Land Co. and the forestry contest at the Mill Creek Campground.

At the livestock judging contest there was a competitive group of contestants.

The first place team in the senior division was Belgrade FFA. As a team, the Ruby Valley chapter varsity team placed sixth with a team consisting of Cady Guinnane, Hanna McParland, Janie Smart, and Charali Wetherbee. Our high individual in reasons was Janie smart, and the highest placing individual in animal evaluation was Charali Wetherbee. The first place junior team was Beaverhead FFA. The Ruby Valley junior team did great! The majority of our participants were first timers, including Moxon Lee, Coleman Gilman, Tyler Haag, and Mackenzee Fabel. In this junior team the upstanding individual in reasons, a freshman, Moxon Lee, and in animal evaluation placement our high individual, a seventh grader, Coleman Gilman.

In our range division the first senior team was Joliet FFA. Ruby Valley’s varsity team was 4th. Our upstanding individual in the varsity division was Zane Bowey with a placement of 8th out of around 50 contestants. Chapter members who participated in this contest at the varsity level include: Zane Bowey, Destiny Fabel, Cam Haag, and Tionna Schwend. In the junior range division Ruby Valley took first! The four highest placing members each were in the top ten these kids include: Peri Gump, Moritz Remmert, Stephen Hamilton, and Riain Deavel. Our highest individual was a sophomore, Peri Gump placing 3rd overall.

The last contest available to participate in was forestry. This is a fairly new contest but already very popular. The top forestry team was Flathead FFA. The Ruby Valley FFA team consisting of Jack Gilman, Kenny Foster, Isaiah Galigher, and Hunter Rawlings placed ninth.

Our local FFA chapter receives endless community support; activities like this one could not be possible without this. We had over 40 community members assisting with this contest from feeding the contestants and

reasons takers to hauling sets of animals to be judged to working with range and forest teams away from the farm pavilion. This contest is one of the biggest judging events in the state put on by a chapter/ community.

Without full community support this contest would not be as big of a success as it currently is. The Ruby Valley Chapter extends its most sincere thanks to all who helped out.

There were 406 4-H and FFA members present at the 44th annual Ruby Valley Invitational hosted in Sheridan on September 29.

The range contest is incredibly diversified including everything from plant identification and grazing utilization to soil texturing and land capability class determination.

25 schools were present during this contest from all over the state.

There were 273 kids in the livestock judging contest evaluating eight classes including cattle, hogs, sheep and goats.

World Kindness Day

When : Always November 13th It is very kind of you to learn more about World Kindness Day. World Kindness Day encourages us to be kind to others, helping to create a nicer, better world.

According to the World Kindness Movement website, World Kindness Day is intended to “build a kinder and more compassionate world”.

Use today as an opportunity to be kind

to family, friends, neighbors, and others.

You will find kindness rubs off on others, and generates even more kindness.

Origin of World Kindness Day: World Kindness Day evolved from a series of conferences in 1996-1997 in Japan by a group known as the World Kindness Movement. These conferences brought together groups interested in promoting more kindness around the world. It culminated in the “Declaration of Kindness” on November 13,1997. With this declaration, a new and very special day was born.

Avoid these 10 common hunting mistakes

Each fall tens of thousands of Montana men and women spend anywhere from a few hours to a several weeks hunting. Most have a wonderful time; a few run afoul of the law.

Here are 10 problem areas, courtesy of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks game wardens, that hunters seem to stumble over year after year: 1. Trespassing. Hunters must have permission of the landowner before hunting on private land. In Montana, private land does not have to be posted for a hunter to be guilty of trespassing. Ask first.

2. State law makes it illegal for anyone to shoot on, from, or across a road or right of way. The right of way generally lies between the fences on either side of the road. It’s also known as the shoulder or borrow pit.

3. Make sure of sunrise and sunset times. Big game season runs from one half hour before sunrise to one half-hour after sunset. Use only the sunrise-sunset tables supplied by FWP, not the times in the local newspaper or on television.

4. After taking a big game animal, hunters must validate their hunting tag. Proper validation means completely cutting out the date and month on the tag. It also means thinking ahead so you don’t, say, put a deer tag on an elk. Excitement is no excuse.

5. Hunters must use their own tags when shooting an animal. Transferring licenses between spouses or using a family member’s tag is illegal. Some states allow party hunting, not Montana.

6. Drive only on established roads. On public land, stay on the road. On private land, drive only where the landowner tells you. Driving off a road is a sure way to make an enemy of a private landowner and probably get a ticket.

7. Hunters and anglers are required to stop at all check stations, going to or coming from the field, with or without game. Even if you are out fishing, you must stop at all check stations. Driving by a check station not only hurts FWP’s efforts to gather data it is illegal and can result in a ticket.

8. When transporting a big game animal, evidence of the animal’s sex must remain naturally attached to the carcass.

This is especially important early in the season when the heat of the day may lead a hunter to remove the hide from an animal’s carcass.

9. Don’t shoot from a vehicle. Ethics and sportsmanship define hunting. It’s not very sporting, and frankly it’s dangerous, to shoot from a pickup window or truck bed.

10. Big game hunters must wear at least 400 square inches of hunter orange above the waist and visible from all sides.

Although it’s not required for bird hunters, it’s a darn good idea to put on some orange, at least a hat or vest.

Wind River secretary receives UW Extension’s award

By University of Wyoming Extension Rhonda Bowers in the Wind River Reservation office of University of Wyoming (UW) Extension has received extension’s highest secretarial honor.

Bowers received the Frances Freese Secretary of the Year Award October 1 during the annual Extension Secretary Conference – A Professional Event (ESCAPE) meeting in Laramie. Bowers joined UW Extension in 2002.

In the nomination, Bowers was recognized for her high degree of institutional knowledge, which staff members regularly call upon, and for being the go-to person in the community for extension.

“She responds to all requests regardless to the time of day or night and regardless of inconvenience,” wrote a nominator.

Bowers was acknowledged for her dedication to helping develop the youths in her area, for seeking opportunities to serve beyond what is expected and for taking on leadership roles to ensure the success of programs.

“With the ever-changing dynamics of extension, our award recipient has stood undaunted, well-connected and thoroughly responsive to our clientele,” said Ann Roberson, extension state office administrative associate, during the presentation.

The Frances Freese award recognizes extension secretaries for outstanding contributions and accomplishments and is presented each year during ESCAPE. Freese worked at the Wind River Indian Reservation extension office then moved to the Fremont County office, where she worked for 25 years.

UW Extension (http://www.uwyo.edu/uwe) has offices in every county and the Wind River Reservation.

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WALLY’S OVER DOOR CO.

2015 NDSU Harvest Bowl Agribusiness Award recipient named

By NDSU Extension Service This award recognizes individuals who Lynden Johnson, a McKenzie County WAYNE PETRINI have distinguished themselves in the field native and 1982 North Dakota State UniKRISTINE HABEL of agriculture and business in North Dakota versity (NDSU) graduate, received the Email: office@wallysoverdoor.com and beyond.

2015 Agribusiness Award on November 6 Phone: (406) 453-1425 • Fax: (406) 452-7516 Johnson, of CHS Inc., the nation’s leadduring NDSU’s 42nd annual Harvest Bowl PO Box 7430 • 815 18th Street N • Great Falls, MT 59406 ing farmer-owned cooperative and a global program. energy, grains and foods company, will receive the 2015 award. Johnson is executive vice president of the Country Operations division of CHS. Johnson’s lifelong connection with North Dakota agriculture dates back to his youth as he grew up on the family farm near Watford City. Johnson was active in FFA, earning the State Farmer and Star Chapter Farmer awards.

After graduating from Watford City High School, he majored in agricultural economics at NDSU. Cenex, the predecessor of CHS, quickly identified his talents. After Johnson graduated from NDSU, the cooperative recruited him for its management development Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sat. 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. program.

During the next 23 years, Phone (406) 278-7583 609 So. Main, Conrad, MT Johnson led three local cooperatives in Minnesota and North Dakota. He also was an active leader in many cooperative system organizations, serving as president of the North Dakota and Minnesota Managers Association, Triangle Agronomy LLC, and the CHS and Land O’Lakes Managers Council.

In 2005, Johnson moved to CHS to lead CHS Business Field Rollers & Solutions. He was named Aerators For Sale to his current role at CHS Country Operations in 2014.

Built on Order Johnson also is a director for Berkshire papered pig, very nice for the CHS Pension Plan and a heavy duty breeders or meat...............CALL member of the CHS Capital board of governors.

International 444 tractor, 4 cylinder An ardent supporter of gas, excellent running condition. his alma mater, Johnson and Comes with front mount, hydrauCHS have helped create the lic side post pounder..........$8500 CHS Classroom, Commodity Trading Room and the CHS Endowment for the Trading and Risk Chair at NDSU, as New Rotomec 12” post auger..$850 well as numerous scholarPride of the Farm portable livestock scale. Very good condition........... John Deere 550 bulldozer, 6-way ships and grants.

Delivery ..........................................$1875 Johnson and his wife, hydraulic blade, good undercarriage, 9500 hours, very good Snow Wing off grader...............$800 Kathy, have been married Available! condition. for 34 years and have two children.

Outstanding agriculturists 18-ft. chisel plow, heavy duty, single from all counties in North fold up wings......................$1850 Dakota and several in western International 18-ft. chisel plow, double fold up wings, excellent Minnesota also were honored 3-point hydraulic scraper, rubber condition............................$3100 during the Harvest Bowl promount, inside chamber meagram, and scholarships were sures 6-ft.x4-ft., moves alot of awarded to outstanding male dirt fast...............................$2800 10” post auger...........................$650 and female NDSU athletes.

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Loren Hawks, Distributor

2434 Whitlash Road - Chester, MT 59522 Cell phone 406-460-3810 Home phone 406-432-3810

Equip your drill with VW. Call today!

Visit us at www.vwmfg.com

Now Available!!! Carbide mud scrapers for 1830 and 1870 John Deere drills.

“The extra carbide on ridge of point eliminates dishing above the front carbide”...

“Really happy with the wear of the VW11FCC. Keeps full width until it is worn out and leaves a great field finish.”

Extra wear and great value!

VW7CC - 2 carbides

Shown on VW14FB. Also shown on VW14FB is VW21DSF

VW11FC - 31/4” drill point

Shown on W14FB opener. Also fits other common openers.

“I really like the VW12FCC for both winter wheat and spring wheat crops.

Excellent all-around drill point with fantastic wear.”

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VW10FC - full carbide Fits common openers.

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“The improvements to the paired row attachment with the addition of extra carbide makes the value of the VW21DSF much greater than the competition.”

Save yourself some $$ and get in on the remaining VW products in stock!

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Glad to finally find a carbide point to go on my AcraPlant boots on my John Deere drills.”

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“Wish I would have put carbide scrapers on my Flexi-Coil drill much sooner. I haven’t had to adjust them since I put them on.”

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What did it cost you to produce a calf this year?

By Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Educator purchase of a bull in light of how many esWeaning of spring-born calves has started timated pounds of calf that bull will produce in many parts of the country and will ramp in relation to his cost can give insight into up as we move further into the fall. For what a producer might be willing to spend. cow-calf producers, right after weaning is What did it cost to produce a pound of a good time to analyze the business and see weaned calf this year? What is it projected to what it cost to produce a pound of weaned cost next year? The old adage “you can’t efcalf in 2015. fectively manage what you don’t measure” What did it cost you to produce a pound is true in relation to managing the cow-calf of weaned calf this year? What do you projenterprise. The first step in calculating ect it will cost in 2016?

UCOP is to have production and financial Unit cost of production (UCOP) is a records. These records do not have to be value based on a relationship in production complicated, but they need to be accurate or manufacturing between costs and units and thorough. If current management and of product made or produced. information systems don’t provide the data Unit Cost of Production = Costs / Units to run this type of analysis, consider changes Produced that will provide the records needed.

The relationship between the numeraUnit Cost of Production takes into actor (Costs) and the denominator (Units count both product produced and input Produced) is what drives the UCOP value. costs. Knowing UCOP allows a manager The power of the UCOP ratio for cow-calf to look forward utilizing both present and producers is that everything involved in projected input costs with production numthe production of a pound of calf is reprebers to make informed decisions. Cow-calf sented in the numerator or denominator of producers who know UCOP numbers for the equation. For example, if a producer their operation’s enterprises and understand wants to buy a pickup that will be used in the interaction between input costs and the production of calves, he can estimate production can implement strategies to efhow the purchase of that new pickup will fectively manage resources to meet business affect his UCOP in terms of cost per pound and personal goals. of calf produced. The same thing goes for the purchase of a new bull. Evaluating the

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Table 1 (Estimated Annual Cow Costs for Central Nebraska 2015) shows estimated costs to produce a weaned calf from a sample central Nebraska ranch. In this example, the cowherd is static with a 16% replacement rate. The number of bred heif-

ers entering the herd is equal to the number of cows that are culled or lost due to death loss. All costs including labor, depreciation, and opportunity cost on cowherd value is included in this example.

OSU honors 25 Master Gardeners for service

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By Kym Pokorny, Oregon State University Extension The Oregon State University (OSU) Extension Service Master Gardener program, a highly trained volunteer force that educates Oregonians about the art and science of growing and caring for plants, has conferred top honors to its most dedicated ambassadors.

Twenty-five volunteers were recognized for their service to their counties and communities.

The OSU Extension Service’s Master Gardener program and the Oregon Master Gardener Association, a nonprofit that supports the program, sponsor the annual awards.

Master Gardeners are volunteers trained by the OSU Extension Service. They share their knowledge of sustainable gardening and OSU home horticulture resources by volunteering to answer questions and teach classes at their local Extension offices, farmers markets and libraries.

More than 3,000 people across the state are active Master Gardeners. In 2014, Master Gardeners had more than 185,000 interactions with the public statewide. They volunteered more than 195,000 hours, the equivalent of about 92 full-time workers in communities across Oregon, according to Gail Langellotto, statewide coordinator of the Master Gardener program.

Marcia Sherry of Newberg has been selected as the 2015 Master Gardener of the Year. A Master Gardener for 16 years across three states (Ohio, Utah and Oregon), Sherry has served as team leader, class instructor, volunteer mentor and project coordinator. Among her many activities, Sherry was president of Yamhill County Master Gardener Program, historian and newsletter editor for the Oregon Master Gardener Association and onsite coordinator and liaison for the 2015 Gardener’s Mini-College.

She has chaired and helped to launch Yamhill County’s annual educational seminar, “Spring into Gardening,” an event that promotes and educates people about research-based sustainable gardening methods. It has increased attendance each year. From 2008-14, she chaired the Oregon Master Gardener CONTINUED ON PAGE A50

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1992 Freightliner FL70 55-ft. bucket truck, 5.9 Cummins, automatic, jib..............$16,500

2000 Ford F550 4x4 service truck, diesel, 6 speed, 3200 lb crane, hydraulic compressor... ...................................$25,000

1998 Chevrolet 3500 HD service truck, V8, automatic, 4000 lb crane, Miller welder, compressor................$17,500

Ditch Witch 400SX cable plow with trencher............................ $5000 Ditch Witch 350SX cable plow.................................................. $5000 1999 Ford F550 4x4 flatbed, V10, automatic......................... $12,500 2000 Ford F550 4WD, service truck, 7.3 diesel, 6 speed, 11-ft. box, IRT030 compressor, outriggers, PTO, set up for crane....... $17,500 1994 Ford F600 service truck, diesel, 5+2 speed, 6200# IMT crane, compressor, hydraulic outriggers........................................ $12,500 1991 GMC service truck, 3116 Cat diesel, 9 speed, 8000# crane, Ranger 8 welder, IR compressor......................................... $20,000 1985 Ford F700 4x4 service truck, IMT 5000 lb. crane, underhood air compressor, outriggers........................................................ $15,000 1985 Ford F600 service truck, diesel, 5/2 speed, 8000 lb. Auto Crane, compressor.............................................................. $11,000 1996 Chevrolet Kodiak Cat diesel, 6 speed automatic, utility bed, outriggers. ............................................................................. $8500 1989 International 41-ft. bucket truck, diesel, automatic....... $10,000 1981 International 4x4 dump truck, low miles....................... $12,500 16-ft. flatbed dump with hoist..................................................... $3500 1986 Ford F800 National 228 37-ft. crane 14-ft. dump bed... $10,000 1999 Ford 550 diesel, automatic, flatbed with lift gate.............. $9000 1996 Ford F350, V8, automatic, 13-ft. flatbed, 5000 lb crane, outriggers........................................................................................ $8000 1988 Internatonal 1800 2-ton diesel 4x4 flatbed...................... $9000 1997 Ford F450 460 V8, 5 speed, 12.5-ft. flatbed, 5000 lb crane, outriggers............................................................................$10,000 1989 Ford F450 utility truck, 11-ft. bed, 460 hp, automatic....... $2500 1979 GMC chip truck................................................................. $6500 1981 International S1800 4x4 flatbed, 14,000 lb. knuckle boom....... ............................................................................................ $12,500 1996 International 4900 DT466 engine, 10 speed................ $12,500

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1999 Ford F550 crewcab, 4x4, 7.3 diesel, 6 speed, 9-ft. bed with fuel tank and pump........... ...................................$15,000

1995 International 4800 4x4, cab and chassis, DT 466, automatic, front winch.....$20,000 1999 Ford F550 crew cab, 9-ft. flatbed dump, 7.3 diesel, 6 speed, 5th wheel hitch............. ...................................$15,000

1980 Cat 920 loader......$22,500

1983 Fruehauf 20-ton tilt trailer, 25-ft. deck......................$8000

1990 International 4900 DT 466, automatic, 6x6, digger derrick, Telelect auger, outriggers, 22,050 lb lift, 54.5-ft. reach........ $25,000 1995 International 4900 466, 5 speed, 18-ft. flatbed dump......$12,500 12-ft. flatbed, 3200 lb. IMT crane, air compressor...................... $5000 125-185 CFM air compressors.....................................$4000 - $6000 1999 Haulin 31-ft. flatbed (expands to 34-ft.), telescopic hitch and air brakes. Good for round bales ............................................. $10,000 12-ton 22-ft. tilt bed trailer.......................................................... $6500 (11) 20-ton 24-ft. tilt bed trailers.................................$7500 - $10,000 Waterous fire pumper, 175 gpm, 125 psi, 300 gallon tank, 11-ft.

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Association’s Send-A-Friend project, which provides MiniCollege scholarships to Master Gardeners across Oregon.

Alan Wenner of McMinnville was recognized with the Behind the Scenes award for his 18 years of service to the Master Gardener Program. He has served as the president of the Yamhill County Master Gardener Association and as Yamhill County’s representative to the Oregon Master Gardener Association. He has also been instrumental in the McMinnville community garden.

The county-level Master Gardeners of the Year are: Benton County: Pat and Debbie Wray of Corvallis, who have been Master Gardeners for five years, are the driving force behind the Plant Problem Scenarios project, which won Oregon’s Marje Luce Search for Excellence award in 2013 and will be recognized by the international arm of the award for 2015.

Central Gorge (Hood River County): Audrey Schneider of Hood River serves as president of the Central Gorge Master Gardener Association and has been co-leader of the Library Garden Project. She researches and answers questions via the Plant Clinic and has particular expertise in grasses and drought-resistant gardening.

Central Oregon (Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson Counties): After a stint as a Master Gardener in Clackamas County, Diana Hardin moved to Redmond where she serves on the board of directors of the Central Oregon Master Gardener Association and is the representative to the statewide Master Gardener Association. She has coordinated the plant sale, is a speaker and frequently teaches classes in the community education program.

Clackamas County: Nancy Muir of Milwaukie became a Master Gardener in 2011 and dedicated her volunteer hours to Grow an Extra Row, a program that produces more than 3,000 pounds of fresh food for area food banks. In 2015, she led the effort for the project to become a demonstration and learning garden.

Clatsop County: Nancy Leonard was selected for the New Sprouts award during her first year as a Master Gardener in 2011. She is the project leader for the county’s Winterizing Your Garden program and works for the group’s largest fundraising event, Spring into Gardening. Leonard also sits on the Clatsop County Master Gardener Association Marketing and Publicity Committee.

Columbia County: Two-year Master Gardener Scott Bauska of St. Helens has been a long-time advocate of the community meals program, a partnership between the local food bank and St. Helens Lutheran Church. Since becoming a Master Gardener, Bauska has had a key role in the St. Helens Community Garden, which donated 3,000 pounds of food to the community meals program in 2014.

Coos County: Since becoming a Master Gardener in 2011, Kathy Low of Coos Bay has been instrumental in the Coos Bay Farmers Market plant clinic, overseeing staffing and improving the appearance of the booth. She has used her talents as an artist to produce signs, fliers and pamphlets for the county program. Low has also served as secretary of the Coos County Master Gardener Association.

Curry County: Mary Jacobs of Ophir is a volunteer who inspires students, teachers, Master Gardeners and community members through her work at the Riley Creek Elementary School Garden in Gold Beach. Under her leadership, the school has received new greenhouses, raised beds and compost bins. Jacobs organizes garden activities with the students, hosts harvest festivals and helps see that food grown in the garden supplements the school lunch program with extra going to the food bank.

Douglas County: Sharon Hopkins of Sutherlin has put in more than 1,300 volunteer hours since becoming a Master Gardener in 2011. She has given her time to the plant clinic at the OSU Extension office, Kruse Farms, Drain Farmers Market and Douglas County Fair. Hopkins serves as a class mentor, has helped with hands-on trainings in the Master Gardener greenhouse and been active in Discovery Children’s Garden.

Jackson County: Three-year Master Gardener Roberta Heinz has served as treasurer for the Friends of Research and Extension, which ran the campaign to create a service district for the Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center. She has been the lead gardener at the Children’s’ Demonstration Garden and serves on the Jackson County Master Gardener Association board of directors.

Josephine County: Currently serving as vice president of the Josephine County Master Gardener Association, John Etchells of Grants Pass focuses on expanding educational opportunities for Josephine County residents. He has worked CONTINUED ON PAGE A51

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on the plant sale, agricultural activities at the county fair and plant clinic training.

Klamath County: Dewey Moore of Klamath Falls completed his Master Gardener training in 2014. His first-year volunteer activities won him the Klamath County Extension Office staff award. Dewey has volunteered to help manage a community garden and to build a greenhouse near Mills Elementary School.

Lane County: Everett Givens of Eugene, who has been a Master Gardener for two years, gives compost demonstrations and is active as a specialist in pruning, tree fruit and diagnostics. He has also been a regular participant in developing the new demonstration garden at the Lane County Extension office.

Lincoln County: During her six years as a Master Gardener, Donna Davis has been a volunteer at the 12th Street Garden and in the Oceanview Garden. For two years she staffed a booth, often alone, at the weekly farmers market.

She has also served as the treasurer of the Lincoln County Master Gardener Association.

Linn County: Susan Morton of Lebanon became a Master Gardener in 2011. She has coordinated the Linn County plant

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2014 JD 6210R, Stock# 44610, AQ, TLS.................. $149,000 2014 JD 6210R, Stock# 44097, AQ.......................... $145,000 2014 JD 8235R, Stock# 42458, PST........................ $169,000 2014 JD 6150R & H360, Stock# 40092, AQ............. $123,000

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South Dakota Units 2015 JD 6150R, Stock# 46958, IVT.................... $137,500 2015 JD 6150R, Stock# 46960, IVT.................... $137,500 2015 JD 6150R, Stock# 46957, IVT.................... $137,500 2015 JD 6150R, Stock# 46959, IVT.................... $137,500 2015 JD 6150R, Stock# 46961, IVT.................... $137,500 2015 JD 6150R, Stock# 46962, IVT.................... $137,500 2015 JD 6140M, Stock# 46956, AutoQuad......... $107,500 2015 JD 6175R, Stock# 46964, IVT.................... $157,000 2015 JD 6175R, Stock# 46965, IVT.................... $154,000 2015 JD 6175R, Stock# 46966, IVT.................... $154,000 2015 JD 6150M, Stock# 46968, AutoQuad......... $107,500 2015 JD 6150M, Stock# 46967, AutoQuad......... $107,500 2015 JD 6150M, Stock# 46969, AutoQuad......... $107,500 2015 JD 6150M, Stock# 46970, AutoQuad......... $107,500 2015 JD 6150M, Stock# 46972, AutoQuad......... $107,500 2015 JD 6150M, Stock# 46973, AutoQuad......... $107,500 2015 JD 6150M, Stock# 46974, AutoQuad......... $107,500 2015 JD 6150M, Stock# 46975, AutoQuad......... $107,500 2015 JD 6125M, Stock# 46952, AutoQuad........... $97,000

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LAUREL 2009 JD 1770NT STOCK #43929, 36R30...... $85,000

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HARTINGTON 2010 JD 1770NT STOCK # 43856, 16R30 ..... $65,000 1991 JD 7200 STOCK #45540, 16R30............$11,000 1991 JD 7200 STOCK #45747, 8R38.................$6,500

WAYNE 2011 DB90 STOCK #44110, 90R30 ...............$135,000 2010 DB120 STOCK #48090, 120R30...........$182,000 2013 JD 1770NT CCS STOCK #47661, 24R30 ............. ..........................................................................$179,500 2009 JD 1770NT STOCK #45029, 36R30...... $90,000 2009 JD 1770NT STOCK #44499, 24R30...... $95,000 2009 JD 1770NT STOCK #46546, 36R30 ....$110,000 2011 JD 1770NT STOCK #43778, 36R30 ...... $80,000 1987 JD 7200 STOCK #45027, 12R30 ............$11,000

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2010 JD 1895 & 1910 STOCK #46557 & 46558, 40’ WIDE, 10” SPACING.........................................$124,000

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PIERRE 2010 JD DB90 STOCK # 42119, 36R30.........$135,000 2011 JD DB90 STOCK #46238, 36R30 .........$150,000 Hartington, NE Toll Free:(800) 624-7826 1996 JD 1770 STOCK # 45044, 16R30 .......... $23,500 Service...the other Laurel, half of a great product.

NE harTingTon, ne LaureL, ne Wayne, neJD 1770NT STOCK #46328, 24R30.................$67,000 Toll Free: (800) 365-6257 JD 1790 STOCK #45443, 16R30 .................... $42,000 Call local store Mon.-Fri. 7:30am - 5:30pm

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PHILIP (PH) 1966 John Deere 3020 Stk#46562

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BLOOMFIELD (BL) 2005 John Deere 1770NT Stk#46775

PIERRE (PI) 2011 John Deere 7215R Stk#43917

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WINNER 2003 JD 1590 STOCK #46716, 15’ WIDE, 10” SPACING ........................................................................... $34,500

PHILIP 2005 JD 1590 STOCK #47916, 15’ WIDE, 7.5” SPACING ........................................................................... $40,000

PIERRE 2002 JD 1820 & 1910 STOCK #43921 & 43922, 60’ WIDE, 10” SPACING ................................... $45,000 2003 JD 1890 & 1910 STOCK# 47907 & 47908, 42’ WIDE, 10’ SPACING........................................... $68,000 2008 JD 1895 & 1910 STOCK #47813 30’ WIDE, 10” SPACING..................................................... $95,000 FLEXI-COIL 5000 STOCK #47088 45’ WIDE, 10” SPACING......................................................$18,900 MORRIS MAXXIM STOCK #48161 51’ WIDE, 12” SPACING......................................................$19,500

PHILIP 2004 JD 1895 & 1910 STOCK #46145 40’ WIDE, 10” SPACING..................................................... $89,000 2003 JD 1890 & 1910 STOCK #47907 & 47908, 42’ WIDE, 10” SPACING.......................................... $68,000

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sale and become the bee specialist for Linn County Master Gardeners, organizing the Bee-Vent conference dedicated to advancing understanding of pollinators and the ecosystem services they provide to farmers and gardeners.

Marion County: Sherry Hari of Aumsville and Thomas Martin of Salem share the county Master Gardener of the Year award. Hari has been a Master Gardener for four years, Martin for two. Both were nominated for their exceptional work on this year’s plant sale, the most successful to date.

Hari has also served as a class mentor, newsletter editor and membership chair and volunteers at the Oregon State Correctional Institution. Martin has chaired the Marion Demonstration Garden.

Multnomah County: Pete Jacobsen serves as a guide and key member of the planning team for the Multnomah County Demonstration Garden. Jacobsen is also a member of the Oregon Food Bank’s Seed to Supper team, teaching classes to low-income, beginning gardeners.

Polk County: Darrell Ward, a Master Gardener since 2011, has been tireless in his efforts to fund and develop the 6-acre Inspiration Garden in Independence. He has cleared brush and weeds, done landscaping and planting and helped raise funds for a garden building that will serve as storage, work and meeting space.

Tillamook County: Janet and Rick Anderson and Pam George have been active Master Gardeners for many years.

The Andersons have chaired the Tillamook County plant sale, which enables the Master Gardener Program to fund scholarships and improve the Master Gardener learning gardens.

George works at the plant sale, volunteers to assist with the garden tour, works clinics at the Tillamook and the Pacific City Farmers Markets, and writes a monthly column for the newsletter. She is president of the Tillamook County Master Gardener Association, and works in the Learning Garden.

Umatilla County: Carol Mills of Adams became a Master Gardener in 2010. She is the vice president of the Umatilla County Master Gardener Association. Mills is a local expert on insects, and often shares her knowledge to local school CONTINUED ON PAGE A53

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2100 Highway 2 East • Havre, Montana

1-800-214-4654 or LOCAL AREA 406-265-6387 Check Our Web Site: www.vaughntrucksales.com

Storage Trailers for rent by day, week or month • 28-ft. to 53-ft. van trailers for storage • 53-ft. reefer trailer

2006 Peterbilt 385 C13 Cat, 10 speed, 11-22.5 tires.................................................$21,000

1990 Peterbilt 379 ext hood, signature 600 Cummins, auto shift, 18 speed, flex air suspension, 296” wheelbase, enclosed headache rack, 3 step boxes, S/S 1/2 fenders, lo-pro 24.5 tires........................$45,000

2016 Maurer 40-ft hopper, steel wheels, spring suspension, 11-24.5 tires................$28,500 2015 Maurer 40-ft hopper, steel wheels, spring suspension, 11-24.5 tires, 2 months use...... ........................................................$27,000 2014 Maurer 38-ft hopper, steel wheels, spring suspension, 11-24.5 tires, 2 months use...... ........................................................$26,000

2002 Wilson hopper, 43-ft., air ride, ag hopper, 11-22.5 tires on steel wheels..........$21,000

New Aluminum Hub Pilot Wheels

22.5.................................................... $235 24.5.................................................... $250 2005 Kenworth T800 Cummins ISX 450 hp, 13 speed, Aerocab flat top, aluminum wheels, new steer tires.................................$30,000

2016 Maurer 53-ft.x102” drop deck with beavertail.......................................................... Call

2001 Maurer 53-ft. step deck, beavertail, 17.5

New Watson and Chalin lift axle suspension... ...........................................................$2600 with fabricated axle...............................$4600

(3) 2008 Chaparral 53-ft.x102” step deck, rear axle slide, 22.5 tires, steel wheels. .$28,500

2003 Fontaine step deck, 53-ft.x102” combo, rear axle slide, steel wheels, 22.5 tires........ ........................................................$19,500

2015 Wilson hopper doubles, 50-ft.x72” lead, 20-ft.x72” pup, air ride, 11-24.5 tires, electric tarps, 1 year of use............................................................................................................ $84,000/ set For lead................................................................................................................................$52,000 For pup.................................................................................................................................$35,000

2000 Transcraft flat bed, 53-ft.x102”, tri-axle, air ride..................................................$13,500 (3) 2003 Trail King step deck, 53-ft.x102” combo, rear axle slide, steel wheels, 22.5 tires........ ........................................................$20,500 2005 Trail King step deck, 53-ft.x102” combo, rear axle slide, steel wheels, 22.5 tires........ ........................................................$21,000

See us at Vaughn Truck Sales for all of your truck and trailer needs.

1997 Western hoppers, 29-ft. + 25-ft, will separate..................................................$30,000

(4) New Head Ache racks assorted dimensions and options........................ $975-1035 each

Evenings & Weekends Call Chuck @ 265-6387 or Jim @ 265-6367

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This Month in History - November

November 10 The United States Marine Corps was created. (1775) - Direct dial telephone service is first available coast to coast. (1951) - Sesame Street premiered on PBS television (1969) - The Edmund Fitzgerald and it’s entire crew is lost during a storm on Lake Superior. (1975) November 11 Forty one Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower sign a compact calling for a “body Politick” just off the Massachusetts coast. (1620) November 12 The space shuttle Columbia was launched for the 2and time. This was the first time a space vehicle was used more than once. (1981) November 13 The Holland Tunnel under the Hudson River opens to the public, connecting New York City and New Jersey. (1927) - The minimum draft age was lowered from 21 to 18 (1942) November 14 The first streetcar went into operation (1832) - Yale University goes Co-ed. (1968) November 15 The Continental Congress approves the Articles of Confederation. (1777) November 19 Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address. (1863) November 20 Ford quit making the unpopular Edsel (1959) November 22 President John F. Kennedy, the youngest person to become a U.S. president, is assassinated in Dallas ,Texas as his motorcade travelled through the city. (1963) November 23 A patent is issued for the horseshoe manufacturing machine. (1835) November 24 Charles Darwin publishes his theory on evolution “On the Origin of the Species”, sparking great controversy. (1859) November 26 The first lion was exhibited in America (1716) November 28 The “Grande Ole Opry “debuts on radio.

(1925) - Disney’s Steamship Willie premieres - Mickey Mouse is “born”!

November 30 The United Stated and Great Britain sign a peace treaty in Paris, formally ending the Revolutionary War. (1782)

OSU honors 25 Master Gardeners CONTINUED FROM PAGE A51

groups. She recently co-chaired the Master Gardener booth at the Eastern Oregon Arts Festival, an event that drew over 1,000 people.

Wasco County: Carolyn Wright, who became a Master Gardener in 2001, has been the editor of the newsletter since 2009. She began working with the Northern Oregon Regional Correctional Facilities Greenhouse project in 2011 and volunteers there for three months each winter. In 2008, Wright wrote a grant to help establish The Dalles Imagination Garden.

Washington County: In 2014, Bob Falconer of Hillsboro worked over 500 hours at the Washington County Master Gardener phone clinic. He was part of the team that developed and piloted OSU Extension’s Ask an Expert app, which received the OSU Vice Provost Award for Excellence.

Falconer twice served as president, and continues to serve as past-president of the Washington County Master Gardener Association.

Yamhill County: Five-year Master Gardener Linda Mason of McMinnville is the coordinator of the McMinnville Community Garden, which is a partnership between the Yamhill County Master Gardener Program and McMinnville Cooperative Ministries. This garden is a teaching site and gathering place for all ages. Thousands of pounds of produce have been harvested and donated from the garden.

Preparing a garden

If you’ve never had a vegetable garden, now is the time to start! Here’s how: In the fall, decide where you’d like your garden to be and mow away the grass. Then cover the area with several layers of newspaper. Add as much mulch and leaves as you can to the top (aim for five inches), then get the entire area wet with a hose. By the time spring rolls around, the area will be grass-free and primed for planting. ##### Which state grows the most apples? Washington.

NEW Windrowers

N 2-I K C STO

Massey Ferguson Hesston WR9860 windrower with 16-ft rotary header • Massey Ferguson Hesston WR9840 windrower with 16-ft sickle/reel header

6 NEW Massey-Ferguson Balers

COMING IN!!!!

Low Rate Financing for up to 60 months On all New Large Square and Round Balers – OAC

Rainbow Irrigation & Equipment, Inc. Phone: (406) 357-2211 - Email: rainbowsales@mtintouch.net Website: www.visitrainbow.com - Address: Box 700 Chinook, Montana

Haying Equipment New Holland 1425 self-propelled square baler, 16x18 bales, 6 cylinder, Ford gas engine, cab and air condtioning..........$9100

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Vermeer BPX9000 bale processor used very little............... $18,200

Hydra-Dec Round Bale Bed

* Synchronized Telescoping Arms * Extendable Arms * Joy Stick Control

Rolland Manufacturing round bale accumulator.........................Call

2011 Massey-Ferguson 2856A round baler, autocycle, net/twine.. ........................................ $34,900 2010 Massey-Ferguson 2856 round baler with auto tie.......... $26,900 2010 Massey-Ferguson 2856A only 1300 bales, twine only... $25,900 Hesston 5556A round baler, all new bearings, roller shaft and pickup teeth..............................$31,500 Hesston 956 round baler, twine only................................$20,500 2003 Hesston 956 round baler, autocycle, twine/mesh...$20,900

Hesston 856A round baler, 10,000 bales..............................$13,900 Hesston 856A round baler, twine only, 11,000 bales.............$9500 Hesston 560 twine................$4200 New Holland BR7090 round baler, net/twine, Bale Command, 4800 bales..............................$27,500 New Holland BR780 round baler twine only, auto-tie............... Call New Holland BR780A round baler with net/twine, Bale Command... ......................................$21,500 Case IH RS561 round baler..$9900

DewEze Bale Beds

New Holland 1045 bale wagon...... ............................................Call

Tractors

Deutz-Allis DT 7.10 2WD, 135 hp, cab, dual PTO................$13,900

Available in both Pivot & Parallel Squeeze.

Call TODAY for more information!

Miscellaneous

Melroe 210 Spra-Coupe with cab, 50-ft. booms and 300 gallon tank................................. $4500

Replacement Engines & Power Equipment

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WE RENT EQUIPMENT!! Heavy Harrows, Land Rollers, Vertical Tillage, Diamond Disk, Wishek Disk, Fertilizer Spreaders, Self Propelled Sprayers

Disk

USED

• Grass handling • 26 hp electronic fuel injection • 52” GHS deck • 400 hours New: $15,500

Sale Price: $8970

DEMO

USED

• Mulching machine • 48” mulching deck • One owner • LOW - LOW - HOURS New: $11,500

Sale Price: $6970

Demo 13x90 S/A auger

• Low - Low - Hours!!!

• Outlaw XP wth 61” deck • 852cc Kawasaki New: $10,900

DEMO: $9200

• Electric swing mover • Electric winch • Plastic bucket spout Was: $29,500

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RENTAL RETURN!

Just • 30-ft. • Bearing guards • Spring cushion • Hydraulic leveler

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Fertilizer Spreader Truck

• 10 ton stainless steel • Kenworth T-370 • 80-ft. spread pattern

Buy It – Rent It Lease to Own It!

Used 3700 614 Grain Vac

Warranty Starts With You!!

2011 John Deere 4830 USED Grain Vac

Used Flexi-Coil Outrigger Sprayer In!!

• 1500 gallon • 130-ft.

• Auto Rate controller

SALE PRICE: $8970 USED

Bale Processor

• Model 3600R • Good condition • Ready to run

Sale Price: $8470

New Grain Vac

self propelled sprayer

• SF1 • Guidance • 1150 hours • Swath Pro • 5 tips • Loaded • Adjustable axle • E-ductor

Sale Price: $159,000

• Good condition • 10,000 bushel/hour • ONLY 285 hours

Buy or Lease To Own $4594/yr - oac

Used Jacobsen Lawn Mower John Deere 1435

• One owner • Great condition • Good hoses! • Pneumatic vac

Sale Price: $8970

2012 John Deere S670

Diesel Mower

Mow Big Areas Fast!

Sale Price: $11,500

• Fully serviced • 3404 hours

• Ready to run • 6-ft. deck

Sale Price: $6500

Buy or Lease To Own $6205/yr - oac

2013 John Deere W-110

USED

• Fully serviced • Ready to mow • 11-ft. triple deck

• Model 7614F • FULLY EQUIPPED • Ready to work • Most competitively priced vac on the market

• Contour Master/Variable speed feeder house • Fridge • Power mirrors • Chopper • Factory warranty

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Berg named Communicator of the Year

By NDSU Extension Service The North Dakota chapter of the Association for Communication Excellence and North Dakota State University’s (NDSU) Agriculture Communication Department have selected Mary Berg as the 2015 communicator of the year.

Berg is the NDSU Extension Service livestock environmental management specialist at the Carrington Research Extension Center (REC).

The Communicator of the Year Award recognizes an individual who displays exceptional expertise and professionalism in delivering educational programs and information to the public through several types of media.

Berg joined NDSU Extension in 2012. She helps lead the livestock environmental management team, which has held several workshops for producers and been invited to speak at other educational programs. She has authored or co-authored publications and updated several older publications, and helps develop and narrates videos that have been posted on YouTube.

In addition, Berg communicates with her audiences through news releases and social media such as Facebook and Twitter, and makes sure the livestock environmental management Web page is current. She also was instrumental in the development of Center Points, an information-sharing page on the Carrington REC’s website, and she electronically alerts potential users to new posts.

Berg grew up on a farm near Driscoll. She earned a bachelor’s degree in animal science from NDSU in 2010 and a master’s degree in animal science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2012.

She received the award at the joint NDSU Extension and Research Extension Center conference in Bismarck.

Trader’s Dispatch, November 2015 — Page A55

If you have items you want advertised in the December 2015 issue THE VERY LATEST WE CAN ACCEPT THEM IS December 2

2009 Kenworth T800 day cab, Cummins ISM, 425 hp, 10 speed, 190” wheelbase, 462,000 miles, 2 line wet kit..........................$42,500 2003 Kenworth T800 day cab, Cummins N-14, 435 hp, ONLY 486,000 miles, AG100 suspension, 11R22.5 tires, 4.11 ratio, 204” wheel base, 10 speed........ $32,500 1998 Kenworth T800 day cab, Detroit Series 60, 10 speed, 11R24.5 tires, 903,000 miles, 182” wheelbase, 3.90 ratio..................$22,500 1998 Kenworth T800 day cab, Cummins N-14, 435/500 hp, 11R22.5 tires on all aluminum, 2 line wet kit with forward reverse controls, 10 speed, 3.90 ratio, 180” wheelbase......................... $22,500 1995 Kenworth T800 day cab, Cummins N-14, 435 hp, 46,000 Lb. double locking rears on Henrickson suspension, 15 speed, 4.56 ratio, 186” wheelbase, 11R24.5 tires....... ......................Just In, Call for Info

2006 Kenworth T800 Cat C-15 Aerocab, 435 hp, 10 speed, low pro 22.5 virgin tires on all aluminum wheels, 244” wheelbase. Just had an annual inspection and is ready for work.............................. $34,500

2007 Peterbilt 379EXHD day cab, Cat C15, 475 hp, RTLO18913, 13 speed, new 11R22.5 tires, power windows, 578,156 miles, new brakes.. CALL MORE MORE INFO

1997 Peterbilt 377 day cab, Detroit series 60, 430 hp, 9 speed, 3.70 ratio, low pro 22.5 on all aluminum wheels, 214” wheelbase....$19,500

2005 Kenworth W900L 48” removeable sleeper, 7” straight pipes, 550 Cat C-15 rebuilt by Motor Power of Casper in 2012 with papers, transmission also rebuilt in 2012, 18 speed, virgin General 11R24.5 drive tires, near new Toyo steer tires, 240” wheelbase, 828,000 miles..................................$53,500

1984 Kenworth W900B dump truck, Cummins, 15-ft. box, spring suspension........................ $18,500

2006 Kenworth T600 dump truck, Cat C13, 470 hp, 10 speed, new 14-ft. box, 11R22.5 tires. Only 321,000 miles....................$59,000

1985 International dump truck, big cam, 300 hp, 13 speed, plumbed for a pup, 14-ft. box............$18,500

1999 Volvo dump truck, 17-ft. box, Detroit series 60, 10 speed, steerable lift axle, pintle hitch with air and light hookups..............$39,500

2006 Peterbilt 387 Cat C15, 466 hp 13 speed, low pro 22.5 virgin Yokohama 35% drive tires, all aluminum wheels, 3.36 ratio, 236” wheelbase.........................$19,500

1995 Peterbilt 378 set back axle, Cat 3406E, steerable lift axle, 11R22.5 tires, super 10 transmission, 2 line wet kit, air track suspension, 244” wheelbase........ $27,500

2005 Peterbilt 378 short hood, Cat C-15, 550 hp, 10 speed, 10 new 11R24.5 tires, aluminum outside wheels, 244” wheelbase, 3.55 ratio, 679,000 miles....................$45,900

(2) 2007 International 9400i Eagle Cat C-15, 475 hp, 18 speed, 11R22.5 virgin tires, 760,000 tires, 50” sleepers, 210” wheelbase......... ......................Just In, Call for Info

1998 Peterbilt 379 EXHD Cat 3406E, 550 hp, 18 speed, 11R24.5 virgin tires, drop visor, American Class interior, 244” wheelbasem 3.90 ratio.......Just in, call for price

2008 International 9200 day cab, Cummins ISX, 435 hp, 13 speed, non-steerable lift axle, 225” wheelbase, double locking rer ends, 209,000 miles, 0 MILES ON COMPLETE ENGINE OVERHAUL......... .................. Just In, Call For Price

2004 Kenworth W900B day cab, Cat C-15 Acert, 475 hp, 18 speed, 46,000 lb. double locking differentials, 4.11 ratio, 224” wheelbase, 893,439 miles, 158,000 on overhaul with papers, good virgin 11R24.5 tires ....................$52,900

2005 Freightliner Classic short hood day cab, Cat C15, 550 hp, 18 speed, 3.73 ratio, 46,000 lb. double docking rears, new 11R22.5 tires on all aluminum wheels, aluminum frame, 200” wheelbase.......$49,500

1999 Freightliner FLD120 day cab, Detroit Series 60, 430 hp, 13 speed, 740,000 miles, 2 line wet kit, 210” wheelbase, 11R24.5 tires on hub piloted wheels.............$18,500 2001 Freightliner FLD120 Cummins N-14, 370 hp, 10 speed, lopro 24.5 tires, 721,000 miles........... ..........................................$16,500

2000 Mack CH613 Vision 460 motor, 460 hp, 11R24.5 tires, Eaton 13 speed, lift axle, wet kit, Eaton 3.70 rears, 228” wheelbase.................... ...................Just In, Call For Price

1998 Freightliner FLD 112 Cumkins M-11, 10 speed, papers on overhaul with only 288,000 miles, low pro 22.5 with aluminum steer wheels...............................$13,900

1998 Kenworth W900L AroCab, Cummins N14, 460 hp, 13 speed, 252” wheelbase, 1,259,000 miles, 3.70 ratio, 11R22.5 tires on aluminum outside wheels...........$35,900

1995 Freightliner flat top sleeper, Cat 3406E, 10 speed, 11R24.5 tires, new brakes, 228” wheelbase, 3.90 ratio, 956,825 miles....$14,900

1988 Volvo Cummins Big Cam 350, 15 speed, near new cap tires. Fresh annual inspection............... $13,500

1999 Kenworth T800 AroCab, Detroit Series 60, 500 hp, rebuilt, low miles, 997,000 miles, 4.33 ratio with rear locking differential, AG400 suspension, 11R22.5 tires on all aluminum wheels...............$32,500

FLAT BEDS, LOW BOYS & MISCELLANEOUS TRAILERS

2009 Merritt 53-ft.x102” spread axle cattle pot, air ride suspension, great brakes, 4 new tires, great floors, just had annual inspection and is ready for work......... $46,500

1988 McCoullogh 48-ft. x 102” spread axle aluminum flatbed, low pro 24.5 tires on steel wheels......... .............................................$7900 1991 Wilson 48-ft. x 96” combination aluminum/steel flatbed, dump valve on rear axle, tool box on left side.......................................$8900

1989 Wilson Muv-all 43-ft.x96” hydraulic tail trailer, 10.00R15 tires, new brakes, steel deck, hydraulic winch, ready for work......... $19,900

1976 Heavy Haul folding neck tri-axle low boy trailer, 22-ft. well, outriggers, 10.00R15 tires, selfcontained with Honda motor. Just in, call for more info............ $15,500 1990 Ranco tandem axle belly dump, center-point suspension...... ..........................................$14,500

40-ft. container with swing doors........ ................................................ $4500

(4) Reefer storage trailers, 28-ft. 32-ft.............................. $2900 each

T H E

1980 Adobe tandem axle end dump pup, 12-ft. box. Just in, call for info........................................$4500 1974 Alli tandem axle end dump pup, 12-ft. box. Just in, call for info.. .............................................$4500 1973 Commercial tandem axle end dump pup, 12-ft. box. Just in, call for info............................$4500

Custom orders available or choose from these trailers in stock: 2016 Witzco RG 35 ton RGN, 45ft.x102” plus 12” outriggers, 24-ft. well, self-contained with 10 hp Briggs & Stratton motor, oak deck, 255/70R22.5 tires.. $34,500 including FET

1969 Kari-Kool stainless insulated tank, 5750 gallon, was hauling clean water, 11R22.5 tires on Bud wheels, spring suspension.$13,500

48-ft. step deck moving van trailer with side doors...................... $5900

Double bottom belly dump. Just in, call for more info.................... $8900

WE ARE NOW YOUR SOURCE FOR NEW WITZCO RGN LOWBOY TRAILERS

1998 Eco 12-ton pintle hitch trailer, 25-ft. overall, 20-ft. flat deck, 5-ft. beavertail, 6-ft. ramps...........$5900 1979 Bame 20-ft. pintle hitch trailer, 3 axle rated for 18,000 lbs, 5-ft. draw bar, 14.5-ft. main deck, 4.5-ft. beaver tail, fold down ramps, electric brakes.............................$2900

1991 Wilson 48-ft.x96” spread axle combination flat bed, dump valve on rear axle, tool box on left side.... ............................................. $8900

1980 Fruehauf aluminum insulated tank trailer, 7000 gallon, 11R24.5 tires....................................... $7500

1991 Homemade self-contained water trailer with pump and spray heads, Detroit diesel motor...............$10,000

TRUCK SHOP BILLINGS Call 406-254-2400 O F

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2016 Witzco RG 50 ton RGN, 52’6”-ft.x102” plus 12” outriggers, 26-ft. well, self-contained with 10 hp Briggs & Stratton motor, oak deck, 255/70R22.5 tires... ........ $46,000 including FET

2008 Fontaine Magnitude 55 ton non-ground bearing RGN, 25-ft. well, 51-ft. over all, 275/70R22.5 tires, rear lift axle................ $48,500

2007 XL80 MDE specialized RGN extendable low boy, 48-ft.x102”, extendable to 70-ft. with a 28-ft. to 50-ft. well, mechanical detach, low pro 22.5 tires on aluminum wheels, good tires and brakes, good deck................................... $45,900

1979 Steel 45-ft. step deck trailer, air ride, close tandem........... $8500

See More Online Visit Us On The Web

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GRAND OPENING!!

Thursday, November 12 – 11am-2pm Stop in for lunch and check out the new facility

Big Sky Equipment is now offering great deals on new and used air drills

Including the new P2080 no-till disk drill!

USED COMBINES TRACTORS

2014 New Holland CR8090 combine, rock trap, chopper, IntelliView IV monitor with auto steer, low hours........................................... Just Traded 2014 New Holland CR8090 combine, rock trap, 22 inch rotors, lateral tilt, auto guidance..Low Hours New Holland TR75 combine with Ford engine, hydro drive, good rubber, 960 22-ft. header with batt reel.

Good machine for only.............................. $16995

2010 Case IH 7088 Axial-Flow combine, long unloader tube, yield and moisture monitor, rock trap with reverser, in excellent condition..... Let’s Deal

Flexi-Coil 5500 fold back drill, 70-ft., 12” spacing, 4.5” steel press wheels, 4350 tow between tank. Very nice condition

Case IH Steiger 385, 55 gpm hydraulics, 4 remotes, powershift. Excellent condition........... .........................................................$159,500 Steiger 9150 4WD, L10 Cummins 300 hp, 12 speed powershift, 4 remotes, 520/85R38 du- Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, steel als @ 85%, recent reman front & rear axles. press wheels, Stealth points with carbide, Includes EZ-Guide 250 with EZ-Steer. Good single shoot, 2320 tow behind cart with mecondition............................................$52,500 chanical drive McCormick XTX145 tractor with loader, bucket John Deere 9400 4x10-ft. grain drills, steel and grapple. Low hours, powershift transmispackers, individual hitches..........Just Traded sion, power shuttle, MFD.....Good Condition

NOW BOOKING POST SEASON

COMBINE INSPECTIONS 2008 Case IH AFX7010 rotary combine with 738 separator hours, Pro 600 monitor, rock trap, fine cut chopper, 900/60R32 drive tires @ 75%, 480/70R30 rears @ 75%. In very nice condition.... Let’s Deal 2008 Case IH AFX7010 rotary combine with 935 separator hours, Pro 600 monitor, rock trap, standard cut chopper, 900/60R32 drive tires @ 70%, 1984 John Deere 4650 2WD, 3-pt., PTO, 3 re480/70R30 rears @ 70%. In very nice condition... motes. Very clean!.............................$29,900 ............................................................. Let’s Deal 2007 Case IH 2588 combine, yield & moisture, rock trap, chopper. Excellent condition...................Call Case IH 1480 combine with 810 24-ft. header.......... .......................................................... Just Traded

Join our growing number of repeat inspection customers, and let our experienced techs provide you a trouble-free harvest.

Inspection and hauling within 60 miles of Conrad.

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Sales Kurt Christiaens 279-3486 home, 450-3277 cell Gary Brown 278-3373 home, 788-9033 cell Chet Ophus 750-2395 cell

Parts Alex Linn 278-3418 home Bill Hopper 278-7358 home Corey Combs 271-5435 home Gary Brown 278-3373 home

Service Corey Combs 271-5435 home, 781-7678 cell Gary Brown 278-3373 home, 788-9033 cell

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NEW & USED HEADERS Call today for all your combine and windrower header repair

MacDon D60 45-ft. draper header with pickup reel, transport................................................... $72,500 MacDon D60 35-ft. draper header, double knife, triple delivery, pickup reel, transport...................Just In Case IH 2152 40-ft. draper header, double knife, pickup reel, transport.......................................Call 2010 Honey Bee SP36 36-ft. draper header, Case IH adapter, U2 pickup reel, transport package, dual knife drive..............................Nice condition

Suspended Boom Sprayers Bring us your offer

Case IH 2142 35-ft. draper header, pickup reel, hy- Flexi-Coil S67XL sprayer, 1500 gallon tank, 90-ft. booms, windscreens, lug tire, Flextrol draulic fore/aft, transport.......................... $56,500 New Holland 2326 hay header with 2330BF adapter, Auto Rate, foam marker, rinse tank...$19,900 rubber conditioners. Fits New Holland TV140 & 2010 Summers Ultimate NT sprayer, 1600 Case IH SRX160 sprayer, 1600 gallon tank, TV145 bidirectional tractors..................... $12,500 gallon tank, 110-ft. booms, Trimble AutoRate 132-ft. booms, lug tire, inductor, Raven Auto Case IH 1015 pickup header, Swathmaster attachEZ-Boom, Auto-Boom, windscreens, inducRate...................................................$29,900 ment................................................................Call tor......................................................$32,900 1995 Case IH 1015 15-ft. pickup header, Victory Flexi-Coil S67 sprayer, 1600 gallon tank, 90-ft. attachment.................................................. $8995 booms, Auto Rate. Good condition.................

Case IH 1015 15-ft. pickup header, Victory attach....................................................Just Traded 2011 Apache 1020, 42 inch crop clearance, ment............................................................ $6500 International 810 13-ft. pickup header, Rake-up 100-ft. boom with 5 ball valves, Raven Enraking pickup. Very little use........................ $8995 vizio monitor with Autosteer, Auto Boom and New Holland 960 13-ft. pickup header with Sund AccuBoom, inductor.................. Just Traded attachment.................................................. $2995 Freightliner FL70 truck, 6 speed, Marflex 2003 Apache 790, 850 gallon tank, 90-ft.

New Holland 960 13-ft. pickup header less attachsprayer, 1000 gallon tank, 80-ft. booms, Rabooms, EZ-Steer, Raven Auto Rate, Raven ment............................................................ $1495 ven 440, hydrualic unfold & tilt................Call Auto Boom................................ Just Traded!

Massey 1859 13-ft. pickup head less attachment..... ...................................................................... $995

Self-propelled Sprayers

Truck Sprayer

NEW & USED SKIDSTEERS We Are Dealing on New Holland Super Boom Skidsteers - Give us a Call!!

Several 2015 model SuperBoom Skidsteers to choose from.

USED HAYING EQUIPMENT We have parts on hand to help keep anything from a 40 year old 912, to the ever-popular HW series or the brand new Speedrowers, cutting at peak performance

Many new and used skidsteer attachments

New Holland 688 round baler, net/twine.................. .......................................................... Just Traded New Holland 688 round baler, net/twine......$11,900 Case IH RBX563 round baler, net/twine, wide pickup, large tires................................................. $18,900 Case IH RBX562 round baler, twine tie, standard pickup....................................................... $13,900

including trencher, grab buckets, sweeper, concrete chisel and much more. Call for details

MISC EQUIPMENT

Bourgault 750 grain cart with mid mount auger, hydraulic or PTO drive, roll tarp................................ ............ This cart is just like new Give us a call (4) John Deere 9400 hoe drills, 10-ft. wide, 12” spacing, 3.5” steel packers....................... Just Traded Mayrath 8x60 grain auger, swing hopper, PTO drive............................................................ $2495 2012 MacDon M205 windrower, set-up with R85 disc header, draper header ready, Outback GPS guidance, low hours.......................... Just Traded New Holland HW300 windrower with 16-ft. hay header....................................................... Just Traded Brandt, 1000 gallon tank, 100-ft. booms, 1983 New Holland 114 windrower with 12-ft. headmanual rate, wheel boom.......... Let’s Deal er....................................................... Just Traded

Make us an offer

2009 Vermeer 605SM round baler, net/twine, flotation tires, moisture sensor........................ Just Traded

Wheel Boom Sprayers Drastically Reduced!

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TRUCK AND TRAILER FOR SALE

1998 Freightliner with 2000 Sooner 40-ft. ground-load stock trailer Prefer to sell as one unit

Give me more of the good fat

By K-State Research and Extension News Many people know that omega-3 fatty acids have considCall 406-234-1603 - evenings, Terry, MT erable health benefits, including aiding in heart health. Heart disease accounts for roughly 600,000 deaths every year in the United States, according to Sean Fox, agricultural economist at Kansas State University.

Consumers could help decrease their risk of heart disease by consuming more omega-3 fatty acids, commonly found in foods such as fish and some nuts and seeds. Research at Kansas State examined the potential of adding beef, enhanced with omega-3 fatty acids, to that list of foods and if consumers would be willing to pay a premium for the enhanced product.

1970 International truck. Runs “The momentum behind this idea would be the nutritional super.........................Asking $2250 attribute that beef producers could potentially use to enhance the demand for beef,” Fox said.

He explained that the American diet is low in omega-3 Ford utility tractor with nice loader, has 3-pt., chains, back blade........... consumption. Salmon is a primary source of omega-3 fatty .................................Asking $2500 acids, but fish consumption levels are low. U.S. consumers eat, on average, about 16 pounds of fish per year compared to 63 pounds of beef, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Farmall H with nice loader.............. 1955 John Deere 40U, older restoEnhancing beef with omega-3 fatty acids, Fox said, could .................................Asking $2500 ration.........................Asking $2500 provide an opportunity for the industry. While beef is already a popular source of protein, adding nutrition to beef products by enhancing the omega-3 levels could increase consumers’ demand for beef.

Fox points to a recent study (http://www.agmanager.info/ livestock/marketing/bulletins_2/industry/demand/Beef_De2001 Dodge 3/4-ton, 4x4, V10, 5 mand_Drivers_January_2009.pdf) that examined the overall speed, extra cab, 4-door, new tires, trends in meat demand. The researchers found that nutrition 1986 Ford 1-ton, 460, 5 speed, 160,000 miles...........Asking $4000 is one of the main drivers for meat demand and is likely to International H, runs good............. nice hoist. Runs strong.................... be one of the main drivers over the next decade. ...................................Asking $800 .................................Asking $2500 The science behind fortification Fortified foods are foods that have added micronutrients.

Calcium, for example, is a mineral essential for bone growth 1992 Ford Temp, runs good............ in humans. Although perhaps most notably a mineral in ...................................Asking $850 dairy products, it is often added to fortify other foods, such Winter Weiss trailer, 8x16 tilt top, 1 1985 Ford / 2-ton, 4x4, V8, autoas orange juice. very good tires. Heavy duty trailer... matic. Will run....... Asking $500 ...................................Asking $850 The fortification of omega-3 fatty acids in beef would 2007 Chevrolet 3/4-ton, 4x4, crew occur in the cattle feeding process – adding ingredients cab, 200,000 miles. Nice truck... that are high in omega-3s to the animal’s diet in the feedlot. ...........................

Asking $9000 International H, restored. Nice, 1999 Saab 935E, parting out, exFox said this has been done in the past using flaxseed as the nice...........................Asking $2500 cellent turboed engine.........Call added ingredient, and omega-3 beef products have been on 1996 Toyota 4Runner, wrecked the market for a while. The feeding process, however, can but running gear perfect, parting be adjusted to add more omega-3 health benefits. out.......................................Call 8x9-ft. nice flatbed, for dual wheels.

“There are different types of omega-3s,” he said. “They ...................................Asking $750 1959 Fordson Major, diesel, hi-lo are known by the acronyms ALA, EPA and DHA. ALA is range, 3-pt., comes with back blade. . .................

Asking $3500 the most common.”

For more information 8 or 9N tractor............ Asking $600 ALA, or alpha-linolenic acid, is often found in plant oils, International 240, 2-pt., loader.......

Call (406) 782-3648 1991 Ford 5-speed, 460, 3/4-ton, such as those in walnuts and flaxseeds. EPA, eicosapentaeno.................................Asking $2500 gooseneck ball, 64,000 actual Butte, Montana ic acid, and DHA, docosahexaenoic acid, are more common 2-pt. mower.................Asking $200 miles................... Asking $2500 in fish, according to eXtension (http://www.extension.org/ pages/63892/more-about-thedifferences-between-ala-andepadha#.VhVpJ-maZU1).

“When you add flax to the diet for animals, you enhance the ALA levels in the beef,” Fox said. “But, it turns out that the EPA and the DHA, the ones that are found in salmon and other fatty fish, are the ones that have the greatest health benefit (to humans).”

Fox said that K-State animal scientists have found adding an algae extract to the beef diet can enhance levels of EPA and DHA in the beef product.

Consumer preference for EQUIPMENT AND RELATIONSHIPS THAT STAND UP TO TIME. enhanced beef Since 1954, Valley has been a mainstay on America’s booming agriculture landscape. Because we build machines Fox and a graduate stuand relationships that last. It may take years for you to fully appreciate the wisdom of going with Valley. That’s okay. We’ll be here with the coffee on when you do. See your Valley dealer today. dent conducted a survey of consumers across the nation MOTOR FOR SALE: to gauge their response to a Minneapolis Moline HD 800A natural gas motor, new style of a beef product, 2322 River Drive North, enhanced with omega-3s, Great Falls, MT (406) 761-8195 should it become common in DEALER IMPRINT Billings, MT (406) 248-4418 the market. They also aimed Powell, WY (307) 754-7204 valleyirrigation.com to find what consumers would Bismarck, ND (701) 222-4700

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be willing to pay for it compared to other beef products.

The researchers found that for ground beef and steak specifically, the survey showed an increased preference for grass-fed beef over the omega-3 enhanced beef. Prior studies have shown grass-fed beef to have somewhat higher levels of omega-3s compared to conventionally raised beef. However, the survey also showed a demand for the omega-3 enhanced product, and that people were willing to pay a premium for it.

“The average premium for steak was around $3.70 a pound for grass-fed steak compared to conventional steak,” Fox said. “When we looked at the omega-3 enhanced product, the average premium was in the ballpark of $1.85 a pound.

That is a premium over and above what they were willing to pay for the conventional product.”

There was a similar trend for ground beef. Fox stressed that the numbers are lower due to ground beef being a lowervalue product with a lower baseline price: “For ground beef, the average premium for grass-fed beef was $1.27 a pound compared to about $0.79 a pound for the omega-3 enhanced product.”

While Fox and his colleagues are still unsure why consumers in the survey gravitated toward grass-fed beef, they suspect that consumers may perceive grass-fed beef as a more natural product and having additional attributes such as enhanced animal welfare.

Fox said there is still work to be done if the beef industry chooses to move forward in offering omega-3 enhanced beef products, as the cost of enhancing the beef has not been analyzed. ##### A quarter of the horses in the US died of a vast virus epidemic in 1872. ##### Brown eggs come from hens with red feathers and red ear lobes; white eggs come from hens with white feathers and white ear lobes. Shell color is determined by the breed of hen and has no effect on its quality, nutrients or flavor.

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NDSU Research Extension Centers honor staff

By NDSU Extension Service North Dakota State University (NDSU) Research Extension Center staff were honored for their years of service at the recent NDSU Extension Service/Research Extension Center fall conference in Bismarck.

Those recognized were: 10 Years • Rodney Schmidt, Central Grasslands Research Extension Center 20 Years • James Staricka, Williston Research Extension Center • Timothy Winch, Dickinson Research Extension Center 25 Years • David Copenhaver, Carrington Research Extension Center 35 Years • Kenneth Grafton, North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station 40 Years • Dale Burr, Carrington Research Extension Center • Douglas Landblom, Dickinson Research Extension Center • Llewellyn Manske, Dickinson Research Extension Center • Kris Ringwall, Dickinson Research Extension Center • Lee Tisor, Dickinson Research Extension Center

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3V Distributing, Conrad ............................. C60 Abilene Machine Inc, Abilene KS .............. C13 Action Toys, Billings ................................... C42 Affordable Construction Equipment, Billings & Bozeman ................................................B15 Ag West Distributing Co., Great Falls ........ C24 Ag Wise, Kremlin ........................................A34 Bass Auction Co. Inc., Lewistown .............. C22 Bell Motor Co., Cut Bank ............................A50 Ben Taylor, Valier & Shelby ........................ C15 Big Equipment Co., Havre ..........................B19 Big Horn Sainfoin Seed Co., Powell WY .....B10 Big Iron, Stock Auction Company ...............A32 Big Sky Equipment, Conrad .............. A56, A57 Big Sky Sawmill & Wood Products, VaughnB21 Big Sky Wholesale Seeds, Shelby ............. C44 Bouma Truck Sales, Choteau, Great Falls ........ ........................................................INSERT BTI Feeds, Cut Bank ................................. C15 Buckley Auction ..........................................B12 Cascade Machine & Supply, Great Falls ... C25 Charles Moore, Inc. Miles City ....................A43 Chic Harbine Sales, Missoula.....................B21 CHS Milk River, Big Sandy, Broadview, Chinook, Columbus, Denton, Geraldine, Great Falls, Harlem, Havre, Kershaw, Lewistown, Malta, Moccasin, Rudyard, Turner, Winifred ......A59 Circle Ag Show, Circle ..................................A9 Circle G Salvage, Walhalla, ND ..................A19 Circle S Seeds, of Montana, Three Forks .. C42 Clearview Seed, Denton ............................ C11 Corder & Associates, Fort Benton ............. C34 Courtesy Ford, Conrad ....................B7, B8, B9 Cowtown Ag, Miles City ............................. C10 Cut Bank Tire, Cut Bank ............................ C24 Dave’s Repair LLC, Charlo ...........................B6 David J Heine & Associates, Kalispell ..........B6 Dick Irvin Trucking, Shelby ......................... C27 Diesel Power Parts & Machine, Missoula .. C45 Dietz Auto & Truck Salvage, Billings .......... C14 Doane Western of Montana, Bozeman.......A20 Donahue Corp ............................................A32 Eagle Equipment, Belgrade ....................... C10 Eddy Bauer, Wolf Point .............................. C41 Equipment Connection, Columbia Falls.... C47, ......................................................C48, C49 Exchange Services, Inc, Whitefish ...............B7 Farm Data Resources, Mitch Konen, Fairfield .. ...............................................................A31

Index

Farm Equipment Sales, Glasgow, Plentywood, Culbertson, Circle .. C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, C8 Farm Tech, (Doug Weist) Choteau ..............A30 First State Bank, Shelby ............................ C12 Fisher Metal Products, Fort Benton ........... C34 Flaman Rentals ......................................... C50 Flaman Sales & Rental, Power .......... A12, A35 Fosse Insurance Agency, Great Falls ...........B6 Fraser’s Oil Inc., Inverness ........................ C35 Frieling’s Agricultural Equipment, Great Falls ... .............................A23, A33, A54, C20, C43 Frontline Ag Solutions, Choteau, Conrad, Cut Bank, Dillon, Lewistown, Havre, Chester, Great Falls, Belgrade, Livingston ..................................... A40, A41, A42, C52 Frontline Ag Solutions Dillon, Dillon............A29 Fuson Excavation & Trucking, Conrad ....... C10 Gerber’s, Great Falls...................................A16 Golden Harvest Seeds, Big Sandy .............A45 Greyn Fertilizer, Choteau, Dutton, Valier ... C19 Grossenburg Equipment, Winner, Pierre, Philip SD, Wayne, Bloomfield, Harrington, Laurel NE ..........................................................A51 H & H Spreading, Conrad ...........................A48 Havre Ford, Havre ..................................... C58 Hedman, Inc, Brett Hedman, Grass Range ..A5 Helfert’s Helena Farm Supply, East HelenaB18 Henke Enterprises, Chester ......................A49 Hi-Hog Equipment ........................................B1 Highline Communications, Cut Bank ..........B21 Hoven Equipment Co., Great Falls ................... .....A11, A18, A27, A48, A60, B9, B10, B13, ............................ B24, C23, C30, C51, C54 Huggy Bear’s Consignment, Cut Bank .........B5 ITB (Intercontinental Truck Body), Conrad ..A34 J & M Trailer Sales, Laurel ............................B4 Jamieson Motors, Inc., Chinook ........ B16, B24 Jim Nielsen Trucks & Parts, Butte ...............A39 K.R. Rauch Company, Billings ................... C46 Krogmann Mfg. ...........................................A16 Kuhn North America .................................. C14 Lammers Bros., Jordan ................................B9 Larson & Co., LLC, Glenn Larson, Opheim A22 Lester Buildings ......................................... C45 Lewis Cattle Oiler Co, Russ Baker................B6 Lewistown Honda, Lewistown....A44, A60, C38

Liphatech, Rozol ........................................ C53 Lost Valley Fence, Fairfield ........................ C32 Lundberg Shop, LLC, Canyon Creek ..........A17 M & R Seed Cleaning, Watford City, ND .... C52 M & W Machine, Three Forks .................... C54 MDS Construction Supply, Great Falls .......A44 Medicine Hat Tractor Salvage, Medicine Hat AB Canada.................................................. C21 Midland Implement , Billings .......................B10 MK Industries ............................................ C28 Mohrlang Fabrications, Brush CO ............. C55 Montana Metal Fabrications, Inc, Great FallsB2 Montana Post Driver, Gold Creek .............. C54 Montana Post Frame, Townsend ...................B8 Montana Shed Center, Great Falls ............ C26 Montana Valley Irrigation, Great Falls .........A58 Motor Power, Great Falls ........................... C22 Mountain Equipment, Belgrade ..................B20 Mountain View Metal Works, Wilsall ...........A39 MSU Northern, Havre .................................A18 MT Tractors, Matt Pendergast, StevensvilleC57 Musselshell Valley Equipment, Roundup .......... ......................................................C36, C37 New Holland of Belgrade, Belgrade ............. C9 New Homes of the Future, Billings .............B22 NM Machinery, Missoula ............................A38 Northern Chrysler, Cut Bank ..................... C33 Northern Ford, Cut Bank ............................A21 Northern Hydraulics, Great Falls ............... C31 Northern Prairie Auto Sales, Wolf Point ..... C25 Northwest Plastics, Libby .............................A4 Pacific Recycling, Great Falls .................... C36 Parsons Farm & Ranch Realty, Lewistown C30 Patty Seaman Homes, Kalispell .................A38 Platinum Auto Center, Big Timber ................B2 Power Motors Implement, Fort Benton .......A28 Price Truck & Equipment Sales, Missoula ..A49 Pure Bliss Cycle Sales, Conrad .........A46, C57 Rainbow Irrigation & Equipment, Chinook ........ ...................................................... A52, A53 RDO Equipment, Billings ............................A26 Reddig Equipment & Repair, Kalispell ........B14 Rockwell Scales, Simms.............................B22 Roger Rader, Inc, Sun River .......................A28 Rydelle Enterprises, Marion Jones, Drummond .............................................A14

Scenic City Trailer Sales, Belgrade ............ C18 Shop Specialties, Ronan ............................A51 Shortline Ag, Inc, Scobey .............................B3 Sod Buster Sales, Polson ....................B2, C55 Specialty Tool & Attachment, Cody WY ..... C45 Steel Etc, Great Falls .................................B23 Steinhatchee, Lance Nelson, Stevensville. C29 Steve’s Sales, Oakes ND ............................B17 Stock Drive Trailer Sales, Dillon ..................A26 Stokes Fencing, Conrad .............................B20 Sullivan Brothers Construction, Conrad .....A45 Sunrise Equipment, Sidney ........................B11 Swains Spring Service, Great Falls ........... C28 T & T Farm Supply, LLC, Chester .............. C13 Taylor Farm Store, Shelby ......................... C15 The Gear House, Helena............................A20 The Repair Shop, Choteau ........................ C44 The Truck Shop of Billings ..........................A55 Three Forks Lumber & Ready Mix, Three Forks ......................................................A22 Tiber Tractor Co., Chester ...........................B17 Tom’s Shop, Grassrange.............................B22 Transport Equipment, Missoula ....................A2 Treasure State Seed, Fairfield ....................A35 Tri-County Implement, Sidney.................... C27 Triangle Ag Service, Fort Benton .......A24, C53 Triple T Sales, Chinook ......................C58, C59 TT&E Inc, Victor..........................................A30 Tumbleweed Sales, Conrad ....................... C12 United Electric, Great Falls ........................ C27 Vaughn Truck, Havre ..........................A52, C38 Vermeer ..................................................... C51 VW Mfg, Loren Hawks, Chester .................A47 W.W. Tire Service Inc, Brookings, Bryant, Clark, Ft. Pierre, Huron, Pierre, Watertown, Winner SD ............................................................A6 Wally’s Over Door Co., Great Falls .............A46 Wesco Trailer Sales, Conrad.......................A38 West Plains Implement, Beach, Dickinson, Bowman, Hettinger.................................. C1 Western Montana New Holland, Missoula . C55 Wilray Manufacturing, Fort Benton ............ C39 XB Trailer Sales, Glen Birky, Sun River........ C2 Yellowstone Tractor Co., Belgrade ..... B12, B13 Zerbe Bros., Glasgow ........................C16, C17 Zomer Truck, Conrad ........................................ ...................... A8, A36, A37, A60, C11, C32

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BRED COWS FOR SALE 250 bred 3 year-olds and 4 year-olds 150 bred heifers - Black and black baldy

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HAY & STRAW FOR SALE

Approximately 1500 ton available. Straight grass. mixed, alfalfa and feeder hay............. $100-150/ton Wheat and Barley straw, 4x4 big squares..$30-45/ton

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Pumpkins were once recommended for removing freckles and curing snake bites!

Pumpkin flowers are edible.

Pumpkins are 90% water.

Pumpkins are used for feed for animals.

Pumpkin seeds can be roasted as a snack.

Native Americans used pumpkin seeds for food and medicine.

In early colonial times, pumpkins were used as an ingredient for the crust of pies, not the filling.

The name “pumpkin” originated from “pepon”, the Greek word for “large melon.”

Pumpkins contain potassium and Vitamin A.

Broccoli Basics

Sure-Trac 81/2x25-ft. heavy duty deckover equipment, 25,900 GVW, pintle hitch, 5-ft. dovetail, flipover ramps, electric brakes, spare tire. Used once - like new............. .....................................................................Now..$8995 Sure-Trac 81/2x24-ft. gooseneck power tilt equipment trailer, 15,000 GVW, dual ram hoist, dual jacks, LED lights.

Was $7895. Now...$7395 Sure-Trac 81/2x20-ft. deckover trailer, 10,000 GVW, 4-ft. Pop-Up dovetail, ramps, LED lights.

Was $4795. Now...$4395

Sure-Trac 6x10-ft. deckover dump trailer, 7000 GVW, Pace 7x14 Outback cargo, dual rear gates, single 7,000 GVW, V-nose, DD ram hoist, LED lights. rear doors, 6” xtra height.

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DCT 7x21-ft. tilt equipment trailer, 14,000 GVW, 5-ft. stationary, 10 ply tires, treated deck, LED lights, adjustable coupler.

Was $5495. Now...$4995

DCT 81/2x30-ft. gooseneck deckover trailer, 23,400 GVW, 5-ft. dovetail with flip-over ramps, treated deck, LED lights.

Was $9295. Now...$8895 DCT 7x20-ft. equipment trailer, 14,000 GVW, 2-ft. dovetail, 10 ply tires, treated deck, LED lights, stand-up or rear stow ramps.

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In 1970, consumption of broccoli was only a half a pound per person. Today, the average person in the United States eats four and one half pounds a year.

In the United States, broccoli was probably first grown by immigrants from Italy in home gardens in Brooklyn, New York. In 1923, a group of Italian vegetable farmers in Northern California started to grow broccoli commercially and in a few years they were shipping fresh broccoli to Boston and New York.

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Massey-Ferguson 3525 MFWD, 4500 hours...................$22,500

Balewagons & Retriever

2005 New Holland BW38 160 bale capacity, 900 hours, 3853 miles...........................................................................$110,000

2004 New Holland 1095 self-propelled balewagon with new MilStak, hauls 15 3x3 or 10 3x4 bales..............................$85,000 3-New Holland 1069 gas............................... $40,000 to $47,500 New Holland 1069 diesel.................................................$52,000 New Holland 1069 gas, rebuilt, sharp, clean....................... CALL New Holland Super 1049 balewagon..............................$18,500 2-New Holland 1048 balewagons....................... $5000 to $9000 New Holland Super 1048 balewagon..............................$15,000 6-New Holland 1037 balewagons, rebuilt...... $18,000 to $25,000 4-New Holland 1033 balewagon...................... $8500 to $12,500 New Holland 1032 rebuilt.................................................$10,500 New Holland 1032 pull type.............................................$10,500 New Holland 1052 retriever bed.......................................... CALL 1980 Ford F600 with New Holland 1052 retriever............$13,500

Haying Equipment

Morris 881 Hay Hiker........................................................$10,500 New Holland HW340 15-ft. rotary swather, 2500 hours...$42,000 New Holland HW320 with 14-ft. HS header, 3500 hours..$38,500 2008 New Holland BB9080 3x4 square baler. 26,000 bales..$67,500 New Holland 311 baler........................................................$3500 New Holland 55, 56, 258, 259 & 260 rakes. Several to choose from.......................................................... From $600 to $4500

Miscellaneous

Melroe 911 5 bottom plow....................................................$2150

Consignments New Holland 1051 retriever on 1974 GMC truck................$7500 Shaver HD8 post pounder, front mount.................................$950

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

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500-FOOT BAG CAPACITY Unlike most other units that can only hold 300-foot-long grain bags, the XLB10 has a specialized tunnel and bag pan to accommodate 10-footdiameter bags that are up to 500 feet long. This allows approximately 22,000 bushels of storage per bag.

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• Hydraulic height adjustment on the go deals with uneven ground • 360 pivot auger allows for unloading on either side of bag • No moving of truck or trailer to even out load VERSATILITY • The GRAIN BOSS™ grain bag unloader will work in 9’ – 12’ diameter bags.

• Tridekon extractors are unique in their capablity of unloading a pile of grain in a field or shed.

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• This design also pulls bags away from snow banks saving time by not having to clear snow away from the sides of the bags.

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If you are thinking about a new auger now is the time to buy!

72” SKID STEER snowblower 721M, 17-20 GPM.Retail $7,400 Closeout $4800 8-2015 BRANDT 15”x45’ LP grain belts, EFI, 26.5 hp Kohler, easy move, elec84” SKID STEER snowblower 841D2EM, 30-32 gpm............................................ tric clutch, hydraulic winch, bucket spout, batteries and cables................... ...........................................................................Retail $8,400 Closeout $6000 ........................................... SALE PRICE $22,000, All Rebates Included FARM KING 96” snowblower, Allied 3-pt, YC9620, 540 PTO drive........................... BRANDT 20-110 conveyor with Swing away............................................ CALL ...........................................................................Retail $4,600 Closeout $3900 BRANDT 20-95 conveyor with Swing away.............................................. CALL FARM KING 108” snowblower, Allied 3-pt, YC1080C, 1000 PTO drive.................... (2) BRANDT 1585 conveyor with Swing away......................................... CALL ...........................................................................Retail $9,450 Closeout $7500 J&M 875-18 grain cart, red, 30.5x32 tires, scale with GT460 monitor, Auto Log GENERAC IX 2000 campground series generator........was $695 Clearance $550 kit and tarp .............................................................. SALE PRICE $37,995 All WATER TANKS (including Generation II Tanks)..........................in stock 10%off J&M 1020 grain cart, 9.00R32 tires, scale with GT460 monitor, Auto Log kit All ATV SPRAYERS........................................................................in stock 10% off and tarp, sliding auger ........................................................ SALE $47,995 All 3 PT. MOWERS.........................................................................in stock 10% off 2015 Renn 1014 Farm Boy grain bag unloader with optional bag roller rewind FARM KING 84” 3pt finish mowers..................................Retail $3,400 Sale $2,800 kit ................................................................ Retail $45,415 SALE $34,995 Danuser Hydraulic post hole auger with 12” bit, bucket mount................................ TOW ROPE CLEARANCE..................................................................40% OFF .................................................................................WAS $2,500 SALE $2,195 • 1-3/16”x 30’ - $105; 1-5/8”x 30’ - $185 • 2” x50’ - $365 (2) FARM KING trailer-type post drivers, 9 h.p. Kohler gas engine, post rack, post 2-3/8”x30’ - $365 • 2-3/4x30’ - $485 guide, hydraulic extendable hitch...................... Retail $12,025 Sale $8,000 ea.

Limited to stock on hand 2-WHEATHEART heavy hitter post pounder...............Retail $15,255 Sale $13,995 ~ USED EQUIPMENT ~ MERIDIAN 7”x 39’ auger with 23.5 hp EFI Kohler engine, cold weather muffler, Meridian Mover, electric clutch, plumbed for bin sweep & more........................ LOFTNESS GBL10 grain bagger, SN#52-449............................................ $19,995 ..............................................................................Retail $17,285 Sale $15,300 LOFTNESS GBU10 grain bag unloader, SN#51-658................................. $27,000 MERIDIAN 8”x 39’ auger with 26.5 hp EFI Kohler engine, cold weather WASTE OIL HEATER 350,000 BTU.............................................................. $3000 muffler,Meridian mover, elec. clutch, reversing gear box, plumbed for bin 1973 CHEVROLET 6 yard dump truck (old State truck), 427, 5/2, airbrakes..$3500 sweep,light package, shovel kit and more..........Retail $18,563 SALE $15,500 1997 FREIGHTLINER FL60 Cummins engine, 6 speed, 16-ft flatbed, gooseneck..

MERIDIAN 8”x 39’ auger with 30 hp Kohler engine, cold weather muffler, Meridian ................................................................................................................. $7000 mover, reversing gear box, electric clutch.............Retail $17,500 Sale $14,800 1970 GMC truck, 327, 5/2, grain box & hoist, tarp.......................................... $3000 MERIDIAN (Sakundiak) 8”x46” HD auger., 27 hp Kohler engine, cold weather SAKUNDIAK 8x46 with 25 HP Kohler............................................................ $6400 muffler, electric clutch, Meridian mover............WAS $17,400 Sale $14,500 WESTFIELD 10x61 MDSA............................................................................. $5000 MERIDIAN 10”x 46’ auger with 35 hp Vanguard, Meridian mover, spring belt 2013 BRANDT 13”x80’ XL with electric mover & electric winch............................... tensioner, electric clutch, reversible gear box, light kit, shovel kit, plumbed ...............................................................................Was $23,000 NOW $18,000 for bin sweep.................................................. Retail $20,200 Sale $17,200 2013 BRANDT 13”x90’ HP with electric mover and electric winch. .........................

BRANDT 10”X 60’ XL Swing away auger with 72” low profile hopper................ ...............................................................................Was $23,400 NOW $20,000 ..................................................................... Retail $13,804 SALE $11,400 2013 BRANDT 1585 conveyor with swing away, SN#105390............NOW $25,000 BRANDT 10”X 70’ XL Swing away auger with 72” low profile hopper................ 2011 BRANDT 15”x 45’ LP grain belt with rubber belt, EZ-move, 27 hp Kohler en..................................................................... Retail $14,694 SALE $12,100 gine with anti-icing, electric clutch, hydraulic winch, bucket spout. SN 98679...

BRANDT 10”X 80’ XL Swing away auger with 72” low profile hopper................ .............................................................................................................. $17,000 ..................................................................... Retail $17,886 SALE $14,700 DEGELMAN 51’ roller. Retail $49,000......................................................... $37,400 MERIDIAN 12”x 72’ auger with 74” low profile hopper....................................... DEGELMAN 64’ roller. Retail $80,925......................................................... $63,800 ..................................................................... Retail $21,700 SALE $17,600 TEBBEN 72” 3 pt. rotary mower.................................................................... $1,000 MERIDIAN 12”x85’ auger with 74” low profile hopper........................................ TEBBEN 10-ft rotary mower with chains front and rear.................................. $4995 ....................................................................... Retail 20,959 SALE $19,995 BOURGAULT 750 bushel smart cart..........................................Like New $22,500

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Our new phone number is (406) 271-5533 Our new address is PO Box 997 Conrad, MT 59425

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Flexicoil 67XL sprayer, 80-ft. suspended boom, nearly new 1000 gallon tank, autorate controller, 5 and 10 gallon nozzles......................................................... $22,000 John Deere 2800 plow, 8 bottoms with parts to make 9 bottom, auto reset, varilander..................................... $4000 Oliver 6 bottom plow, pull-type................................... $500 New Idea 1 row corn picker, excellent condition....... $2500 John Deere 6601 pull-type combine, works good.... $2500 John Deere R450 995 rotary 16-ft. head, steel on steel conditioner, autosteer ready, low hours, one owner........ ......................................................................... $125,000

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6x12 Single Wheel, 3,500 lbs GVW, Double Doors........... $3,300 7x14 Double Axle, 7,000 lbs GVW................................... $5,150 7x16 Double Axle, 7,000 lbs GVW.................................... $5350

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Pondering growth in the beef business

By Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist, NDSU Extension Service What is the beef industry doing with all the potential to grow meat in the business?

So much information is available today that producers need to make themselves stop and ponder what the information means. Continually marching down the path without input plus pondering does not create a thoughtful environment.

Recent discussions of costs and output in the beef cow industry need some of that pondering. As I ponder the concepts that make up the statement “Costs are going up, production is stagnant and prices are falling,” lots of thoughts come up. In this ever-increasing cost environment, let’s talk about production.

This was a point to ponder as I reviewed weaning weight averages from two sources of commercial cattle data. I grouped the data by five-year increments: 2000 to 2004, 2005 to 2009 and 2010 to 2014. The data is not directly comparable, but pondering certainly entails reviewing various sources of information.

The first set of data was heifers, steers and bulls in the CHAPS (Cow Herd Appraisal of Performance Software) data. The weaning weight numbers look like this: From 2000 to 2004, the average weaning weight was 550 pounds; from 2005 to 2009, the average weaning weight was 561 pounds; and from 2010 through 2014, the average weaning weight was 554 pounds.

The second set of data also was for heifers, steers and bulls in FINBIN from the Center for Farm Financial Management, University of Minnesota (http://www.finbin.umn.edu). The weaning weight numbers from 2000 to 2004 noted the average weaning weight was 545 pounds; from 2005 to 2009, the average weaning weight was 558 pounds; and from 2010 through 2014, the average weaning weight was 545 pounds.

A lot of numbers go into those thoughts, thus the pondering point: CHAPS weights, 550, 561, 554; FINBIN weights, 545, 558, 545. That is the pounds weaned off commercialtype cowherds in North Dakota in five-year increments since 2000. The data is assumed to be typical of beef production and would imply that in the last 15 years, commercial beef producers are not increasing the pounds of calf weaned off the commercial cow.

That seems somewhat odd, but it also leads to my thought that production is stagnant. Actually, the CHAPS cattle leveled off in weaning weights even prior to the turn of the century, and these values for average weaning weight have been typical, even through the 1990s.

So has production truly stabilized? Keep in mind the reason for the question: If production is stable, then increased costs cannot be recouped by increased production pounds.

Just out of curiosity, I thought I should check out the American Angus Association because it publishes average weaning weights. The data were for bulls and heifers from the American Angus website (http://www.angus.org/NCE/ AHIRAvg.aspx). The weaning weight numbers from 2000 to 2004 noted the average weaning weight was 606 pounds; from 2005 to 2009, the average weaning weight was 615 pounds; and from 2010 through 2014, the average weaning weight was 621 pounds.

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Take A Hike Day When : Always November 17th Walking, and hiking is an excellent way to get exercise, and get into shape. Hikes are distinguished from walks, in that they are taken in the woods, hills, mountains, or somewhere else in a nature setting.

Hikes not only give you exercise, they also provide scenic sites and vistas, that are good for relaxation of the mind and soul.

There is some reference to this as National Tell Your Boss to Take a Hike Day. We think it likely evolved out of Take a Hike Day. We have found no factual information whatsoever, on this derivation of Take a Hike Day. We also believe that telling your boss to “take a hike”, may not be healthy to your employment situation.

Some people have suggested that this day be used to tell someone to “take a hike”. We leave this use of this interpretation up to the reader!

Use this special day to take a hike, alone or with others.

You’ll be glad you did.

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LAST MONTH’S NEW ITEMS See Me About Your Bale Processor Needs

NEW ITEMS

Mohawk 7-ft. 3-pt. rotary mower. Tag #ANF1115 1973 Moto-Ski T4500 snowmobile. Like new. Tag #Hug1115..................$1500 1-ton trailer, dump box. Tag #Hug1115 Massey Ferguson 35 28-ft. pull-type swather. In excellent shape with extra parts. Tag #Hug1115....................................................................... $1900 1981 Miller 24-ft. pintle hitch trailer. Tag #Hug1115.............................. $6500 1974 Homemade flat bed trailer, 107” deck. Wide enough for older swathers.

Tag #TSimo1115............................................................................. $2500 (2) Liberty 41 gallon sewage pumps. Tag #KenW1115.................. $600 each Mayflower truck, 30-ft. van body. Tag #LarryK1115 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J, 2-door, 74,000 miles, white and black.

Tag #JerSmt1115............................................................................ $8700 18-ft. gooseneck stock trailer. Tag #Hug1115........................................ $2500 John Deere 2010 2WD tractor, loader, 3-pt., PTO. Tag #JerSmt1115.. $8500 1967 Ford F600 grain truck, single axle, 15-ft. box. Tag #JerSmt1115.. $3500 Case David Brown 1212 2WD tractor, 3-pt., backhoe, loader, engine good, needs transmission work. Tag #Alten1115 Cat D6 9U crawler, 12-ft. Holt dozer, cab, pony motor, tracks are tight. Tag #Alten1115 Case IH 1480 combine with 25-ft. header. Tag #RogerWil1115 2009 Homemade 4-horse bumper pull trailer. Tag #Hug1115............... $1500 1985 camper conversion, 85,000 miles. Tag #JanetteR1115................ $6500 1988 Travalong 20-ft. gooseneck. Tag #JR1115................................... $7000 Portable loading chute. Tag #SamL1115............................................... $1900 Bradco skidsteer loader backhoe attachment. Tag #1115.................... $4500 John Deere 9510R 4WD tractor, 550 hp, 570 hours. Tag #Ralph1115........... ................................................................................................... $320,000 John Deere 9770STS combine with 940D draper header. Tag #Ralph1115.. ................................................................................................... $280,000 1993 Chevrolet 1-ton 4x4 pickup, 4 speed manual transmission, less than 100,000 miles. Tag #ArtH1115 1996 John Deere 6400 FWA tractor, 85 hp, 18.4x38 tires, 11,130 hours, John Deere 640 loader, grapple. Tag #Chris1115................................. $36,000 12-ft. modified angle plow to fit John Deere 6400 tractor. Tag #Chris1115...... ........................................................................................................ $1500 1968 Oliver 1650 2WD tractor, 66 hp, gas, cab, 3-pt., 540 PTO, Oliver 1610 loader. Tag #Merlin1115.................................................................. $7500 Minneapolis Moline 445 2WD tractor, 540 PTO, 3-pt., loader. Motor is stuck.

Tag #Merlin1115 Danuser F8 post hole digger with 9 inch and 12 inch augers. Tag #Merlin1115.................................................................................................$950 Leinbach 6-ft. 3-pt. cultivator. Tag #Merlin 1115.........................................$750 Ford 4610 2WD tractor, 3-pt., 540 PTO, good tires, 5000 hours. Tag #Rich1115..........................................................................................$6800 John Deere 2355 2WD tractor, 3-pt., 540 PTO, large turf tires. Tag #RichT1115.......................................................................................$6500 Massey Ferguson 4800 4WD tractor, 903 Cummins engine, tires are 60%. Tag #Steve1115........................................................................................$6500 Massey Ferguson 4440 4WD tractor, 903 Cummins engine, tires are 60%. Tag #Steve1115........................................................................................$6000 John Deere 610 38-ft. plow. Tag #SteveC1115 Ingersoll Rand self-propelled drum roller, Cummins diesel engine. Tag #SteveC1115 20-ft. one-way disc. Tag #SteveC1115 (3) John Deere double disc drills. Tag #SteveC1115 Anderson rock picker. Tag #SteveC1115 Melroe 7-bottom moldboard plow. Tag #SteveC1115 30-ft. tilt bed 3-axle pintle hitch trailer. Tag #SteveC1115......................$32,000 MacDon swather, Cummins diesel, 16-ft. header. Tag #SteveC1115 John Deere 16-ft. tandem disc. Tag #SteveC1115 Brillion 16-ft. cultipacker. Tag #SteveC1115 Mayrath 80-ft. swing hopper grain auger. Tag #SteveC1115 Massey Ferguson 850 combine, 24-ft. header with air reel. Tag #KenT1115.... ...........................................................................................................$6500

MISCELLANEOUS

Inboard motor boat with trailer. Tag #Hug0915.............................................. $2500 Hotsy car washer. Tag #Hug0915................................................................... $850 Generator. Tag #Hug0915................................................................................ $850 3/4 ton pickup box trailer. Tag #ANF0915...................................................... $1000 High capacity grain cleaner. Tag #Penny0915 (6) Morris 6-ft. mounted harrows. Tag #Penny0915 Farmhand 228 loader, grapple off John Deere 4020. Tag #ANF0915 Fuel stand. Tag #Hug0915............................................................................... $100 Gravel for sale. Tag #GunsightGr0915 1000 ton good wheat hay. Tag #Rick0815............................................... $125/ton Windrow fluffer. Tag #TL0815 6-ft. 3-pt. blade. Tag #FrankB0815 Hand rails. Tag #GildfordCo0715.....................................................................$60 Burn barrels. Tag #GildfordCo0715..................................................................$30 Self-sliding cow feeder, 14-ft.x80”. Tag #JoeBc0715...................................$1750 B&W turnover ball. Tag #BooBoo0715..........................................................$600 BBP 600 hoist off of single axle truck. Tag #RonBC0715............................$1500 18-ft. gravel box. Tag #RonBC0715..............................................................$1700 Budweiser truck box for storage. Tag #RonBC0715...................................$4000 DuAl loader off International 806. Tag #ANF0715.......................................$1950 24-ft. portable corral panels. Tag #BCreek0715.............................................$400 Concrete culverts in 13-ft. lengths. Discounted. Tag #GlenH0715 Cherokee 3-pt. post pounder. Tag #Bob0715................................................$750 (57) points for John Deere air seeder. Tag #Zenith0615 (57) GEN #72 points. Tag #Zenith0615 1980 Cal-West generator, Onan generator, 20kw single phase, 254 diesel engine. Tag #WahlF0615...........................................................................$9750 Rock fork for Versatile 276 bidirectional. Tag #LarryS0615............................$250 2012 Ezee-On skidsteer mounted post pounder. Tag #Hug0615...............$6000 New!! Shaver and Ezee-On pounders available. Tag #Hug0615 Detroit 353 diesel engine. Tag #RogerF0615 (2) Farmhand 8-bale clamp. Tag #TomS0615.............................. $1500 & $1600 Paul calf scale. Tag #TomS0615....................................................................$600 1000 gallon storage tank. Tag #Harry0615..................................................$1000 100 gallon stock tank, in good shape. Tag #Harry0615.................................$650 Westfield drill fill auger. Tag #Harry0615.......................................................$650 625 gallon plastic tank. Tag #Harry0615........................................................$700 2008 Circle D 24-ft. flatbed, dually, 10,000 lb axles, spare. Tag #Riley0515$9500 (95) fence posts. Tag #Bonnie0515.......................................................$25.00 ea.

Moto-Ski TS 400 snowmobile. Tag #DeanL0415 2011 Dodge long box, fender flares, rear bumper and tailgate. Brand new, black in color. Tag #DanG1214.......................................................................$5500 2013 Polaris 900XP 4-seat UTV. Very few miles. Tag #Grant0214...........$19,000 18-ft. grain tender with 2 augers, mounted on Ford F800 truck. Tag #ArtH0813

Graham Holme 14-ft. plow. Tag #THall1015...............................................$1500 Hyster winch for Cat D6C, free spooler. Tag #Pack1015 Sullair compressor. Tag #Hug1015..........................................................$25,000 1992 Hesston 8100 swather, 30-ft. DSA header with pickup reel. Tag #HerbK1015.......................................................................................$11,000 New Holland Super 1049 bale wagon. Tag #KevinM1015.......................$15,000 Airway 20-ft. aerator. Tag #RickW1015....................................................$33,000 1995 Massey Ferguson 8570 rotary combine, 2300/1700 hours, straight cut header and 12-ft. pickup header. Tag #KenL1015 Continental 8x20 cargo trailer, 12 volt battery system, LED lights. Tag #Larry1015...................................................................................................$8500 Walinga 510 grain vac. Tag #GordS1015....................................................$6500 NEW Tebben 8-ft. 3-pt. rotary mower. Tag #SamG1015..............................$6000 Graham 14-ft. plow. Tag #Bertha1015 Grizzly 3-pt. backhoe. Tag #ANF1015.........................................................$3500 1993 New Holland TR98 combine, 2564 separator hours. Either MacDon 30-ft. draper header or 30-ft. straight cut header. Tag #BillB1015...............$65,000 Case David Brown 1200 tractor, 3-pt., 540 PTO, new 18.4x30 rear tires, power draw bar, 3092 hours. Tag #RodB1015.................................................$6500 Badger Hopto trailer backhoe. Tag #Hug1015...........................................$3500 Flexi-Coil 67XL sprayer, 114-ft. double booms, double nozzles, 18.4x26 lug tires, windscreens, 2 tanks. Tag #DaveB1015 Flexi-Coil 67XL sprayer, 114-ft. single boom, double nozzles, windscreens, 1500 gallon tank, 18.4x26 diamond tires. Tag #DaveB1015 M&W 450 grain dryer. Tag #DaveB1015 Flexi-Coil 5000 air seeder parts, new and used. Tag #Jess1015...............$1000 Allison automatic transmission out of 1985 Steiger tractor. Tag #WahlF1015 1996 Chevrolet 3500 crew cab 2WD pickup, 6.5L diesel engine, automatic, long box, 490,000 miles. Tag #BigSky1015...................................................$2500 1993 STNT 130 bushel vac trailer. Tag #BrianL1015 2003 Chevrolet 2500 4x4 pickup, 6.0L gas engine, automatic transmission, tires are 70%, 2008 Krogmann bale bed, 140,000 miles. Tag #Jeff1015......$9500 2-horse trailer. Tag #BrianK1015....................................................................$950 FAA International tractor, 540 PTO, saw blade. Tag #SteveF1015 FC International tractor, 540 PTO. Does not run. Tag #SteveF1015 Hotsy hot pressure washer. Tag #Hug1015 2012 Bourgault 5925 52-ft. air drill, double shoot, 10” spacing, mid-row banders, blockage monitor, 6280 air cart. Tag #Hoven1015...........................$164,900 1990 Kenworth T600 truck with Mohrlang 19-ft. manure spreader. Tag #JeffH1015...............................................................................................$32,000 1991 Kenworth T600 truck with Mohrlang 20-ft. manure spreader box. Tag #JeffH1015...............................................................................................$30,000

BACKHOES, LOADERS, SKID STEERS GRADERS, CRAWLERS & EXCAVATORS

Melroe 811 skidsteer mounted backhoe. Tag #KenBert0915........................ $6500 Genie S-60 60-ft. manlift unit. Tag #JimP0915 New Holland LX665 skidsteer, loader. Tag #Hug0915............................... $18,500 2011 Ezee-On 1400 skidsteer mounted post pounder. Tag #Hug0515......$7000

SKID STEERS and MANURE SPREADERS FOR RENT

2WD & 4WD TRACTORS

2011 Bobcat CT450 MFD tractor, 3-pt., 540 PTO, loader. Tag #JimP........ $19,000 Allis Chalmers 7050 2WD tractor, bad engine, 1000 PTO, no 3-pt., nice Ezee-On 125 loader, grapple. Tag #Penny0915 1972 Versatile 900 tractor, Cummins 903 engine, 18.4x37 tires, 6581 hours. Only 2400 hours on complete engine overhaul. Tag #Penny0915 1967 Versatile 145 tractor. Reconditioned unit, new paint, only 1031 original hours. Tag #Penny0915 1981 Versatile 875 tractor, motor set at 335 hp, 4 remotes, 2 drain lines, new 20.8x38 tires, 6075 hours. Tag #PhilH0915.......................................... $30,000 John Deere 9510R 4WD tractor, 5 banks of remotes, 1000 PTO, 800/70R tires, 1300 hours. Tag #RalphJ0715 Allis Chalmers 170 2WD tractor, gas, 3-pt., 540 PTO, Farmhand F11 loader, 6-ft. Worksaver rear blade. Tag #Midge0615.........................................$6000 Case IH Steiger 9380 tractor, powershift, 10,000 hours. Good shape and field ready. Tag #BirchCreek0515..............................................................$65,000 1986 Case IH 4894 tractor, new 20.8x38 bias tires. Tag #PatD0415........$28,000 Case 1200A 2WD tractor, 3-pt., 540 PTO, 1/2 cab, power steering, power drawbar, new 18.4x30 rear tires. Tag #RodB1214...............................................$7500 John Deere 6420 FWD tractor, 95 hp, 3-pt., dual PTO, 2600 hours (no loader).

Tag #JeffH1014..................................................................................$52,000 1979 Versatile 875 tractor, 20.8x38 duals 80%, 4 remotes, Cummins 855 motor, 7409 hours, in-frame overhaul 2000 hours ago, no spin front differental, R134 air conditioning. Tag #DaveS0414......................................................$35,000 International 4166 tractor with 12-ft. Degelman dozer, new engine overhaul, 28L26 single tires. Great tire for winter snow removal. Tag #JR1113....$8500

Many more tractors available. Call Ken with your needs

AIR SEEDERS & DRILLS

2006 Case IH Concord 6012 60-ft. air seeder, single shoot, set-up for liquid fertilizer, Bourgault LFC 2000 gallon tank, Fargo Aire 3350 air tank with hydraulic drive. Tag #Penny0915 (4) International 150 drills, 12” spacing, steel packers. Tag#Penny0915 Case IH 8500 40-ft. drill, 7.5” spacing, solid rubber packers. In good shape. Tag #PhilH0915.......................................................................................... $13,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 60-ft. air seeder, 3450 tow behind tank, variable rate, double shoot. Tag #ArtH0515.........................................................................$49,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 45-ft. air drill, 9.5” spacing, double shoot, 1720 tow behind cart.

Tag #ArtH0515...................................................................................$45,000 Concord 4012 air seeder, 1502 engine driven air tank. Tag #AHans0415$12,000

PLOWS

Degelman 1540 53-ft. plow, walking beam axles, tight shanks. Tag #Penny0915 Degelman 1540 43-ft. plow, walking beam axles, tight shanks. Tag #Penny0915 Massey-Ferguson 880 8-bottom moldboard plow in excellent condition. Tag #Hug0915............................................................................................... $6500 1970 Gysler 24-ft. plow with cable lift. Tag #HerbK0915 Frigstad 48-ft. plow, yellow. Tag #ArtH0515................................................$3500 Jeoffroy 12-ft. 3-pt. plow. Tag #Bonnie0515..................................................$750 Case 18-ft. plow. Tag #Bonnie0515..............................................................$1500 John Deere 1610 41-ft. plow. Tag #PhilA0415............................................$6500 Gysler 24-ft. plow, hand winch wing lifts, 1” shanks. Tag #DaveS0414.......$2500 Valmar 240 plow, mounted Fargo spreader. Tag #DaveS0414....................$2500

HARROWS & HEAVY HARROWS AVAILABLE SWATHERS & MOWER CONDITIONERS

1996 Hesston 8100 swather, 25-ft. header with batt reel, only 555 hours. Tag #TL0815 1987 Westward 7000 swather, 30-ft. header with pickup reel, 2020 hours. New engine, excellent shape. Tag #TL0815 1998 Premier (same as MacDon) swather, 25-ft. header with pickup reel, 1470 hours. Tag #Ace0815..........................................................................$40,000 New Holland 499 12-ft. haybine. Tag #JohnDr0415....................................$6000

EQUIPMENT & PRODUCTS AVAILABLE

• Supreme Mixers, new and used • Ezee-On post drivers.

• Ezee-On air seeders with special discounts.

• Keho and Edwards aeration equipment.

• Many more products can be obtained.

• Call me for your parts needs for any make.

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By Katie Allen, K-State Research and Extension fabricated, or even when the meat goes into A popular food product that many conpackages, it’s typically sprayed with some sumers enjoy preparing in different ways, form of antibacterial, such as citric acid or ground meat is often considered versatile and lactic acid,” he added. affordable. In the United States, consumers Safety measures by consumers on average eat about 60 pounds of beef every Consumers often have the misconception year, of which about 42 percent is in a ground that if they grind meat at home, there’s no form, said Travis O’Quinn, a meat scientist at potential for contamination, O’Quinn said, Kansas State University. which is “absolutely not correct.”

But despite its popularity, studies that “All the types of contamination that we have shown contaminants in ground meat, can get from a packing facility, from the outer particularly ground beef, coupled with recalls surface of the meat coming into contact with might make consumers question ground meat the inner surface of that meat through grindsafety. While contamination is a possibility, O’Quinn said that responsibility in preventing, can occur in the home as well,” he said.

Nwadike said consumers should make sure ing foodborne illness should be shared by not to cross-contaminate cooked meat or other everyone involved in the production chain to ready-to-eat foods with raw or undercooked the consumer’s plate. meat that could contain contaminants. In addiWhile meat contamination is at times a prominent concern, any food product could tion to preventing cross-contamination, cook potentially have contaminants, which is why ground meats such as beef, lamb and pork to safe handling practices are important, said 160 F and all poultry products to at least 165 Londa Nwadike, food safety specialist for F. Whole beef, lamb and pork cuts should be K-State Research and Extension and the cooked to a minimum temperature of 145 F, University of Missouri Extension. with a three-minute rest time.

When grinding meats, Nwadike said, the The processes of consumers preventing outside surface of the product—where concross-contamination starts at the local grocery store, farmers’ market or butcher, she said. tamination is most likely to occur—is mixed Other safety measures can occur when storwith the untouched inside. If any contaminants are mixed in, they have the potential to ing, thawing and preparing meat. multiply quickly. Contaminants that could be 1. Buying meat at the store found include pathogens such as E. coli and At the store, consumers should look for the salmonella, among others. “best by” date on meat products.

The two experts provide information that “The ‘sell by’ date would just be an indicaconsumers should know about what industry tor for the store when it should be sold,” Nwasafety measures are in place currently to predike said. “If it’s a ‘best by’ date, that’s the date that you as the consumer could say, ‘It’s vent foodborne illness from the ground meat getting close to that date; maybe I won’t buy supply and how consumers can do their part that one if I can’t eat or use it before then.’” to protect themselves.

Make sure the meat package isn’t torn Safety in beef processing and packing and that it feels cold. After deciding to buy O’Quinn, who is also a fresh meat quality a meat product, make sure to keep it away specialist for K-State Research and Extenfrom other groceries in the cart to prevent sion, said ground meats such as beef are meat juices dripping onto other foods. Make tested throughout the processing and packing the meat counter the last stop at the grocery process to help ensure any meat that could be store and the grocery store the last errand contaminated doesn’t make it to the consumer. before returning home.

Therefore, recalls that occur mean the indus“If it’s a long time between when you buy try’s system is working to protect consumers. the meat and get it home, you might want to “Ground beef is highly regulated,” O’Quinn bring a cooler,” Nwadike said. “You don’t said. “Both the company that produced the want meat in the temperature danger zone, product and the U.S. Department of Agriculwhich is 40 to 140 degrees (F), for longer ture (USDA) send it for microbial testing to than two hours.” ensure that no bacteria of concern, specifically 2. Storing meat pathogenic E. coli, are in that product.”

Once home, get meat into the refrigeraThat doesn’t mean all contamination is identified, he said, but the meat industry tor or freezer as soon as possible. Check the takes many precautions to prevent as much temperature of the refrigerator to be sure it contamination as possible. stays below 40 F. Nwadike recommends us“Contamination can occur at multiple steps ing a refrigerator thermometer to check the of the harvest process, from the time an anitemperature about once a week.

Bacteria such as listeria can grow at refrigmal goes into a packing plant until products go out the other side,” O’Quinn said. “We erator temperatures, especially if the temperamight think most contamination would occur ture creeps up to 50 F, she said. on the harvest floor itself. The biggest opIt’s good practice to put raw meat into a plastic bag around the store packaging, so portunity for contamination actually occurs no juices drip into the refrigerator or onto when the hide goes off the animal, because other foods. Put meat on the lowest shelf in contaminants on the outside of the hide have the refrigerator and ready-to-eat foods on the the opportunity to touch the sterile inside top shelves in case dripping occurs. surface.”

Any other surfaces that raw meat products Some examples of preventive measures touch directly, such as countertops or sinks, taken by meat processors, he said, include should be cleaned and sanitized well. that before the animals are harvested, they 3. Thawing and preparing meat go through a hot water bath cabinet, which Nwadike said the best way to thaw any is essentially a hot water mist. Before the meat is in the refrigerator. hide is removed, they again go through a hot “A lot of people might thaw on the counter water bath to remove as much of the potential or in the sink, but the outside of the product contamination on the outside of the hide as could get up to room temperature while the possible. In the hide removal process, plastic inside is still frozen,” she said. “When a and other barriers are put on the hide to further meat product is at room temperature, that’s prevent potential contamination. a perfect environment for microorganisms “Once the hide is removed, the carcasses to multiply.” go through another hot water bath cabinet, in Consumers can also use the microwave to which (processors) spray 180 degree (Fahrthaw meats, but be sure to cook that meat right enheit) water on the outside of the carcass to away. Don’t thaw it in the microwave and try hopefully kill as many bacteria that may be to put it back in the refrigerator. there,” O’Quinn said.

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“You can also thaw meat in cold water, just make sure the water is changed often and is staying cold,” Nwadike said. “Don’t use hot water. Put a bag around the outside, so the package doesn’t leak and you don’t get water into your meat.”

When cooking, always use a meat thermometer to ensure the product gets to the minimum temperature for doneness for the specific meat product. Color is not a good indicator of doneness, particularly for ground meats.

“I tell people microorganisms don’t care what color the meat is; they only care what temperature it’s been cooked to,” she said.

When dining out, Nwadike recommends that consumers “pass the message that it’s important to use temperature as an indicator of doneness” to restaurant staff.

All meat is susceptible to contamination Consumers have many different meat

options, from conventional to grass-fed to organic, among others. The experts said no matter what the source of the meat, there is always a potential for contamination.

“The meat industry is doing its job to make sure meat is as safe as possible, but no matter where consumers are buying their meat products, no matter what the source of the meat is, if microorganisms get introduced, they can multiply,” Nwadike said.

The USDA regulates the meat industry in the country, O’Quinn said, regardless of how the animals are raised and marketed. It inspects U.S. meat the same way it inspects meat coming from another country.

“Meat overall in the U.S. is safe due to standards of inspection in place by the USDA,” he said. “To be sold in the United States, meat such as beef that is coming from another country must undergo the same stringent inspection process that a product produced domestically must.”

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I anticipated that the weaning weight values would be slightly greater than for the commercial producer, so now one can ponder CHAPS weights (550, 561, 554), FINBIN weights (545, 558, 545) and American Angus Association weights (606, 615, 621). Interestingly, the purebred weaning weights still are increasing in contrast to the commercial weaning weights. These numbers are moving in the same direction as the EPD (expected progeny difference) genetic trends for weaning weight within the American Angus Association (http://www.angus.org/NCE/GeneticTrends.aspx).

Going back an additional five years to account for the delayed effect of the genetic influence of purchased American Angus Association-registered bulls, the EPD value for weaning weight from 1995 to 1999 averaged 26.6 pounds; from 2000 to 2004, the average EPD value for weaning weight was 33.6 pounds; from 2005 to 2009, the average EPD value for weaning weight was 41 pounds; and from 2010 through 2014, the average EPD value for weaning weight was 48.4 pounds.

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By Dee Whittier, Nancy Currin and and John F. Currin, Virginia Tech Extension Anaplasmosis is an infectious disease Second, Anaplasma can be transmitted of cattle caused by several species of the through its biological vector. The parasite blood parasite Anaplasma. A. marginale is receives nourishment from, and may even the most common pathogen of cattle. Sheep multiply in, the biological vector. The bioand goats are much less commonly affected. logical vector for anaplasmosis is the derAnaplasmosis is also called “yellow bag” or macentor, or wood, ticks. Once in the tick, “yellow fever” as affected animals can dethe parasite can remain active throughout velop a jaundiced appearance. Anaplasmothe lifecycle of the tick and can be transmitsis is seen worldwide and has been reported ted several months later. in at least 40 states in the U.S. (Smith, B.P.) Once susceptible cattle are infected with It is a common disease in the southern U.S. Anaplasma, the organism multiplies in the The highest incidence of anaplasmosis in bloodstream and attaches to the animal’s Virginia seems to occur throughout the red blood cells. The animal’s immune sysPiedmont area of Central Virginia. It is an tem destroys the infected red blood cells important disease in Virginia as it tends to in an attempt to fight off the infection. cause outbreaks in a herd, which can lead Unfortunately, uninfected blood cells are to the death of adult cattle. Other economic also destroyed. When the number of blood losses include abortions, decreased weight cells being destroyed exceeds the number gain, bull infertility, and treatment costs. of blood cells that the body can produce, Transmission the animal becomes anemic. It takes 3 to 6 A. marginale can be transmitted two weeks for clinical signs to appear after the different ways. First, it can be transmitted animal is infected. mechanically when red blood cells infected Outbreaks with A. marginale are inoculated into Although many outbreaks of anaplasmosusceptible cattle. This can occur through sis occur in the spring and summer, they needles, dehorners, ear taggers, castrating can occur at any time of the year. The many knives or other surgical instruments, and ways it can be transmitted and the potential tattoo instruments. Mechanical transmisfor carrier animals makes the source of an sion can also occur through the mouthparts outbreak confusing. If an outbreak occurs in of biting insects, such as biting flies. Face spring or summer, it suggests that the source flies, houseflies, and other non-biting insects of the infection is from insect vectors. If the do not transmit the disease. Horn flies, aloutbreak occurs 3 to 6 weeks after cattle though they bite, typically do not go from are processed, that suggests Anaplasmawas animal to animal so they are not thought to transferred from an infected animal to a spread Anaplasma. Mechanical transmissusceptible one during processing. If an outsion of infected red blood cells must occur break occurs at other times, new arrivals or within a few minutes of the blood leaving increased stress should be considered as the the infected animal, as the blood parasite source of the disease. When any outbreak does not survive more than a few minutes occurs, it suggests that carrier animals are outside the animal.

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present either in your herd, or a neighboring herd, as carrier animals are an efficient source of infection. Carrier animals carry Anaplasma in their bodies, but do not show clinical signs and are able to infect other animals. Later, clinically ill animals can continue to spread the disease.

Clinical Signs Anaplasmosis is unusual because the clinical signs are most severe in adult animals. Calves less than a year old that are infected with A. marginale usually do not show clinical signs of the disease, but will become carriers. Carrier animals have immunity against anaplasmosis, so even if they are infected later in life, they will generally not get sick. Cattle 1 to 3 years old will show increasingly more severe clinical signs. Recovered animals will also become carriers. Newly infected adult cattle over 3 years will show the most severe clinical signs, and 30 percent to 50 percent will die if they are not treated early.

Unless cattle are being watched carefully, dead cows are frequently the first thing noticed with an anaplasmosis outbreak. If cattle are carefully observed, weakness may be the first clinical sign that is noticed with anaplasmosis. Infected cattle will fall behind the rest of the herd and will not eat or drink.

Cows with light skin will initially look pale around the eyes and muzzle, but later this can change to a yellowish color (jaundice).

This jaundice is due to the destruction of the blood cells and their contents being released into the blood stream. Weight loss is rapid.

Cattle can become extremely aggressive if they are oxygen deprived due to the severe anemia. Oxygen deprivation can also result

in abortions in pregnant cows. Constipation, high fever, and labored breathing can also be seen. The most critical period is the first 4 to 9 days after clinical signs appear. Cows that survive this period have an increased chance of survival.

Treatment Treatment of anaplasmosis is most effective if given in the early stage of the disease.

A single dose of longacting oxytetracycline is administered subcutaneously at 9 mg per pound of body weight. Blood transfusions are occasionally used. Animals in later stages of the disease may be so anemic that the stress of handling them will kill them.

There is also evidence that antibiotics at this stage are not effective. Therefore, for very weakened or belligerent cattle, antibiotic treatment is not recommended. Contact your veterinarian if you suspect anaplasmosis on your farm. This will allow a positive diagnosis of anaplasmosis to be made and the best course of treatment implemented.

All affected animals should be provided with easy access to food and water and a low-stress environment. It may take surviving animals up to 3 months to completely recover from the disease. Animals treated with a single dose of antibiotics and those not treated at all will both become carrier animals. Carrier animals can be cleared of anaplasmosis with repeated injections of long-acting oxytetracycline or prolonged feeding of chlortetracycline. (see Table 1) General Control Programs Control programs for anaplasmosis will be different depending on the prevalence of the disease in the area. The prevalence can

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be categorized as follows: herds or others who sell cattle, animals to • Heavily infected area be sold must be negative for anaplasmosis, • Moderately infected area but protected from disease.

• Non-infected area Chlortetracycline can be added in the Heavily Infected Area mineral mix year-round to prevent the disIn some areas of the country, anaplasmoease (see Table 1, Prevention of Clinical sis is so widespread that there are advanDisease only). However, cattle can still be tages to having a 100 percent carrier status infected and test positive for anaplasmosis. on the farm. This will prevent death loss These carrier animals can be cleared of the of adult cattle as they will not be suscepinfection with an antibiotic regime (see tible to the disease. This is often achieved Table 1, Carrier Elimination) but many will naturally as anaplasmosis is so widespread test positive for several months after the that all of the cattle have been exposed at a treatment, so they must be tested +/- treated young age when they do not develop cliniseveral months before being sold. To reduce cal signs of the disease. There is some risk the chance of cattle to be sold becoming carthat an animal would not be exposed and riers, a higher dosage of chlortetracycline would therefore be susceptible to disease can be given in the feed during the vector as an adult. season (see Table 1, Prevention of Disease To prevent animals from not being imand Infection). Additionally, you should mune, animals over 6 months of age and take care when processing cattle to avoid new arrivals may be vaccinated for anaplasexposing the animals to be sold. mosis so they also become carrier animals, Moderately Infected Area or chlortetracycline can be fed in the mineral In a moderately infected area, there are mix (see Table 1, Prevention of Clinical two different strategies available. The first Disease Only), which will not prevent inis to keep your herd negative for anaplasfection but will prevent losses from disease. mosis but protect them from disease by Vaccinating will not prevent susceptible feeding chlortetracycline in the mineral cattle from becoming infected either, but mix year-round, mixing it in the feed, or will reduce the clinical signs of the disease. oxytetracycline injections during the vector Vaccination requires a first injection and a season. (see Table 1) Generally in Virginia, booster 4 weeks later. Both injections must the goal of anaplasmosis control programs be completed 2 weeks before the vector is to eliminate it from the herd. One method season, and the manufacturer recommends of prevention is to control insect vectors. an annual booster vaccine.

While not all insects can be prevented, The disadvantage of this control program reducing the number will help reduce the is there are federal regulations governing the chance of a herd outbreak. Periodic sprayinterstate movement of anaplasmosis carrier ing, dust bags, and back rubbers are all animals. Vaccinated animals will test posifeasible methods of decreasing the number tive for anaplasmosis, and they cannot be of insects. Pasture management can be helpdistinguished from animals with reactions ful. Have animals graze areas where insect due to infection. For owners of purebred CONTINUED ON PAGE B12 Table 1. Antibiotic Treatment Regimens for Anaplasmosis Management.

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Anaplasmosis in beef cattle CONTINUED FROM PAGE B10

needles as that will inactivate the vaccines you are giving. If carrier animals are identified, they should be cleared of infection with an antibiotic regime. (see Table 1) The policy of testing bulls for anaplasmosis for BCIA sales is in effect in Virginia. This has been adopted to prevent infected bulls from carrying the disease to non-infected herds.

Bulls coming from Central Virginia, where the disease is prevalent, should be tested before introduction to herds in clear areas.

The second strategy is to vaccinate all animals over 6 months of age for anaplasmosis. This will protect cattle from developing the disease as they become adults, but you will face the same the same challenges as someone selling cattle from a heavily infected area.

Noninfected Area In a noninfected area, careful monitoring is recommended. Watch for signs that anaplasmosis is present. A veterinarian should examine cows that have died from unknown causes. Often the first thing noticed in an outbreak is a dead cow. Unfortunately, often several cows die unnecessarily before a diagnosis is made. The above recommendations regarding insect control and processing precautions should be followed.

Control Programs for an Outbreak If anaplasmosis is present on your farm, consistent management and treatment programs are necessary to prevent a devastating outbreak. Working closely with your veterinarian to institute treatment and prevention programs is essential. During an outbreak, sick animals should be treated as discussed above, and should be isolated from the rest of the herd. It is best to move the healthy animals, if possible, so additional stress is not placed on the sick animals. All cattle should be tested for anaplasmosis.

High number of infected cattle. If there is a high number of infected cattle, several options are available: The cattle can be separated into two herds (noninfected and infected). The disadvantage of this program is that because the two herds are likely to be in close proximity, cross infection is possible. This also requires intense management and record keeping.

Live with anaplasmosis and vaccinate negative cattle 6 months and older that will be staying on the farm. This presents a problem when trying to sell cattle, as many animals, even young ones, will be positive for Anaplasma. Animals can be cleared of anaplasmosis with an antibiotic regime, but many will test positive for several months after the treatment, which is problematic when trying to sell them. Occasionally, this antibiotic regime must be repeated for clearance of anaplasmosis. Also, some carrier animals will spontaneously clear the

infection and become susceptible to clinical infection, so retesting carrier animals periodically is necessary.

The whole herd can be cleared of anaplasmosis (see Table 1). The disadvantages of this program are the treatment costs, and continued prevention and monitoring programs are necessary because adult cattle will be susceptible to the disease. Prophylactic antibiotics can be given during the vector season or year round to protect susceptible animals from disease. (see Table 1) Low number of infected cattle. If there is a low number of infected cattle, all carrier animals should be cleared of the infection.

Again, animals may be given prophylactic antibiotics. (see Table 1) There are advantages and disadvantages to all of the control programs listed above.

The strategies chosen during an outbreak will not only depend on the number of cattle infected during the outbreak, but also the prevalence of anaplasmosis in your area. As stated earlier, in Virginia, it is most likely that you would want your herd anaplasmosis free. The advantages of an anaplasmosisfree herd are the ability to sell animals that are negative for anaplasmosis and adult cattle will not be infected by carrier animals in the herd. Once you have an anaplasmosisfree herd, careful management and monitoring will be necessary. All outside additions to the herd should be from “free” herds or tested for anaplasmosis. The previously described management programs for insect control and processing techniques should be instituted. In addition, you can give antibiotics by injection or in the mineral/feed mix to prevent cattle from developing severe clinical signs of the disease. Your veterinarian will have up-to-date information about the prevalence of anaplasmosis in your area and can help you decide if antibiotic protection is necessary, either during the vector season or year-round. To maintain an anaplasmosisfree status, at least 20 percent of the herd must be tested negative each year.

Summary Anaplasmosis is an infectious disease of cattle that causes anemia, abortions, and death. Adult cattle have the most severe symptoms of the disease. Virginia farmers should be concerned about anaplasmosis, as it can present significant economic loss.

If you have anaplasmosis on your farm, work closely with your veterinarian to develop the best management program based on the number of animals affected and the prevalence of anaplasmosis in your area.

If anaplasmosis has not been a problem on your farm, management programs and monitoring will help your herd continue to be anaplasmosis free.

Habitat improvement important for wildlife big and small

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By Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Douglas-fir encroachment into aspen- and Recent habitat improvement work on sagebrush stands. Meanwhile, 64 acres of Fleecer Mountain and Mount Haggin wildmule deer and elk winter range in the Gerlife management areas (WMAs) in southman Gulch area of Mount Haggin WMA west Montana is improving vital winter have been treated for Douglas-fir encroachrange for deer and elk while also helping ment into bitterbrush stands. protect smaller wildlife species.

Protecting the bitterbrush, sagebrush and FWP actively manages for cover and aspen means better shelter and cover for habitat that is more productive for wildlife. smaller mammals and songbirds.

In doing so, this non-commercial improveThe Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation ment project involves tree-cutting (done and the Treasure State Mule Deer Foundaby hand) to help stop the encroachment tion partnered with FWP to help fund this of Douglas-fir trees into areas with more work. FWP funds came from timber receipts desirable cover types such as bitterbrush, from last year’s forestry project on Mount sagebrush and aspen.

Haggin. Northwest Management, Inc. did In total, 148 acres of critical mule deer the on-the-ground cutting work. and elk winter range in the Charcoal Gulch area of Fleecer WMA have been treated for

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UNL leads research to enhance sorghum for biofuel

By Daniel Schachtman, Professor, Agronomy and Horticulture; Director, Center for Biotechnology, UNL The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) will lead a $13.5 million, multi-institutional research effort to improve sorghum as a sustainable source for biofuel production.

Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, this five-year grant takes a comprehensive approach to better understand how plants and microbes interact, and to learn which sorghum germplasm grows better with less water and nitrogen.

This research requires a range of expertise, and UNL is teaming with scientists at Danforth Plant Science Center, Washington State University, University of North CarolinaChapel Hill, Boyce Thompson Institute, Clemson University, Iowa State University, Colorado State University and the DOE-Joint Genome Institute.

“UNL is delighted to be leading this large project with partners from prestigious institutions,” said Prem Paul, UNL vice chancellor for research and economic development.

“Only by collaborating across disciplines and institutions can we find solutions to complex challenges, especially those at the intersection of our food, water and energy systems.”

Most U.S. biofuels currently are made from corn, but sorghum varieties create more biomass for cellulosic ethanol.

That makes it a top contender to replace corn and relieve pressure on an important global food source, said project leader Daniel Schachtman, professor of agronomy and horticulture and director of UNL’s Center for Biotechnology, who will lead this project.

“It’s becoming more recognized that we need to move biofuel production to more marginal lands, so they don’t compete with food crops,” Schachtman said. “You also don’t want to use a ton of water or fertilizer to keep the system productive.”

To improve sorghum’s productivity under resource-limited conditions, the team is taking a systems approach. Researchers will investigate sorghum genetics as well as the soil microbes that interact with plants. The research should lead to strategies to increase plant biomass as well as more water use- and nutrient-efficient sorghum crop systems.

The work takes advantage of advances in marker-assisted breeding, metagenomics and computational genomic analyCONTINUED ON PAGE B16

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2005 Bobcat 435 4500 hours, operates very well, comes with cab, heat and air conditioning, push blade, full rotating clamp shell Bobcat bucket, 40” smooth lip, 12” dig bucket, ripper tooth, 24” dig bucket, work ready................ $32,500 Cat E110B average running machine, very good undercarriage, starts and will go to work, no thumb..................... $16,900 2006 Cat 314C long arm, 9000 hours, a very good fast strong machine, very good undercarraige, 36” dig bucket............ .............................................................................. $51,000 2013 Cat 304E CR, cab, air conditioning, heat, 24” bucket, straight blade, quick change, hydraulic thumb, good tracks, auxiliary hydraulics, 8900 lbs, 735 hours. Like new.$49,000 Deere 120CLC a very nice 120CLC with wedge coupler, rebushed arm and bucket, dual link hydraulic thumb, air condtioning, heat, very straight, 4400 hours, cat walks, very good undercarriage with 28” shoes, serviced and work ready..................................................................... $67,500 2003 Deere 160CLC hydraulic coupler, hydraulic long body thumb, 36” bucket, very good, good undercarriage, nice machine, runs and operates very well, 7300 hours.... Call Deere 270CLC hydraulics just set from Deere dealer, resealed hydraulic pumps, hydraulic quick change, 36” high capacity bucket. A very nice low houred, local 270 CLC, long arm, 6600 hours, air conditioning, heat, almost new undercarriage, rails, sprockets and rollers.......................... $65,000 1997 Hitachi EX120-5 a very good 120-5, PSM bucket and thumb assist, cat wealks, good undercarriage, air conditioning and heat, very good and work ready, went through shop and serviced, repacked cylinders....................... Call 2008 Hitatchi ZX50 quick change, 2 buckets, hydarulic thumb, heat, air conditoning, EROPS .................................... Call Hitatchi EX50U 30” bucket, 12” bucket, hydraulic thumb, 4300 hours, nice tight machine ........................................... Call Komatsu PC128UU 30” bucket, blade, hydraulic thumb, newer undercarriage and final, drives rough but a runner. Cab and heat....................................................................... $19,900 2007 Komatsu PC35 MR-2 2 buckets, hydraulic thumb, angle blade, enclosed cab, air conditioning and heat, very nice machine................................................................ $36,000 2007 Kubota U45-3SS 1200 hours, quick change blade, hydraulic angle blade, cab with heat and air, hydraulic thumb, good tracks, very good and well maintained ........ $41,500 2002 Kubota KX91-3 wedge coupler, 36” bucket, 24” bucket, hydraulic thumb, operates well.............................. $20,500

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1980 Arnes lowboy 28-ft. bed, 9-ft. wide, 5-ft. beavertail, 8-ft. upperdeck............................................................. $11,000 1998 Challenger low boy, 35 ton with detachable gooseneck. .............................................................................. $11,000 2004 Hayes 14,000 lb. trailer, works good with ramps and spare........................................................................ $2800 Load King belly dump, 42-ft. long, 2 axle................. $12,000 Lowboy trailer 16-ft. well, 24.5 rubber, flip over ramps, 8-ft., 6-ft. wide older trailer, still getting the job done........ $5000 1968 Peerless log loader, comes with trailer, bumps, headache rack and various other attachments......................... $3500 Fire Tank & Trailer water tank trailer for fighting fires, 300 gallon fire system, suction and pressure system, small and large hoses, foam applicator, gas pump, works very well. includes trailer.......................................................... $5500

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Grazing: Setting the base stocking rate

By Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist, NDSU Extension Service I continue my efforts to better understand stocking rate, a simple, yet difficult, concept.

The reason rests with the way the stocking rate is calculated and the numbers that need to be known to achieve the correct number.

In my search to better understand stocking rate, I obtained a better appreciation for major land resource areas (MLRA) and ecological sites. For instance, by looking up the MLRA for the Dickinson Research Extension Center (DREC) ranch in Dunn County, N.D., the MLRA is 54.

I quickly jump to the “Web Soil Survey Home” to start the computer app. I can type in “Dunn County, North Dakota’” under the state and county tab to the left, and with three mouse clicks, I can enlarge the DREC ranch. The pasture of interest is one we call Section 16, and making Section 16 an “Area of Interest” allows me to focus the stocking rate question on this pasture. The pasture has 19 identified ecological sites, and the acreage and percent of the pasture that is made up of each ecological site are available.

After further consultation with a range professional, the estimated safe starting stocking rate of each ecological site within the pasture can be determined, and a weighted average across the 19 ecological sites for the total pasture estimated safe starting stocking rate is calculated.

Although these calculations are complicated, through the help of modern computer skills, these averages are easier to get.

Certainly through the assistance of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) or the Extension Service through its local offices, the needed information can be gathered and reviewed.

Essentially, once the weighted stocking rate average, based on known ecological sites, is calculated, any producer can proceed with stocking at the right number. Keep in mind that these initial numbers are estimates based on soil surveys conducted during many years by many individuals. These numbers always need to be ground-proofed and adjusted according to range conditions.

Range that has been abused and overgrazed would not be ready for even the recommended starting stocking rates. Other pastures that have had proper grazing systems established and been utilized properly through the years could stock above the starting stocking rate. That is where the establishment of a proper grazing system is critical and subsequent evaluation of the grazing plants is desirable.

Back to my quest to better understand grazing systems: I am, at this point, comfortable that grazing systems are the living source of nutrition for cattle, much like pens and feeds are the sustaining food for cattle that are not grazing. The fundamental data that goes into any grazing system ultimately projects the acres per animal unit or animal units per acre that any given pasture can support for the growing season, as well as sustain a healthy plant community for future grazing seasons.

I doubt that most individuals will take the time to do all the inputs and calculations required to establish and maintain a grazing system on a particular pasture at a particular point of ground. But all producers should seek out a professional grazing expert who knows how to gather the input and make the correct calculations to establish and maintain a grazing system unique to a producer and point of ground.

Back to the DREC: Section 16 has had all the data collected, and after a review of the 19 ecological sites present within MLRA 54, the pasture will be managed with a twice-over rotational grazing system to complement and enhance the sustaining plant community.

The grazing season is projected to be 135 days, or 4 1/2 months. The stocking rate is based on peak forage production obtained from season long grazing management, with anticipated improvements increasing forage production in future years.

For this year, Section 16 has three pastures of approximately 200 acres each. Based on the MLRA, ecological sites and historical production, the level of forage production is estimated to sustain 52,809 pounds of 1,000-pound cows, or 52.8 animal units (one animal unit equals a 1,000-pound cow plus calf) for 4 1/2 months while rotational grazing the three 200-acre pastures. That is .41 animal unit month (AUM) per acre, 11 acres per animal unit or 2.45 acres per AUM. Thus, the current stocking rate is 2.45 acres per AUM or .41 AUM per acre. Either way, I have spent the last two hours trying to get these numbers straight. The math works, the range professional knows, and now I can put 52 1,000-pound cows out to pasture on Section 16.

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2010 Deere 544K wheel loader, 3rd valve auxiliary hydraulics, radial tires, hydraulic quick couple, cab with heat and air con- 2008 Genie S65 manlift, 4x4, diesel power, only 2500 hours.

Very nice machine..................................................$45,000 ditioning. Very nice and clean machine, low hours!................ . ............................................................................ $115,000

2013 John Deere 290GLC excavator, progressive link thumb, quick couple, 42” & 50” buckets. Only 3000 hours! As nice as new!..................................................................... $178,000

1978 Deere 644B wheel loader, 3rd valve auxiliary hydraulics for grapple, fair tires, cab with heat. Good older machine, used daily on a farm/ranch..............................................$22,000

1997 Loral Easy Rider 3000 fertilizer spreader, new engine, good tires, Airmax 5 box, 6600 hours. Nice clean machine, excellent tarp!...................................................... $37,000

2006 Volvo EC160BLC excavator, 2 buckets, progressive link thumb, lightly used 5200 hours. Very clean machine!............. . ...............................................................................$67,000 2006 Gradall JLG 534D9-45 telehandler, 9000 lb/45-ft. machine, solid tires, 3900 hours. Good clean machine!.............. ...............................................................................$27,700

1995 Komatsu WA320-1 good 3 yard loader, fair tires, 9000 hours. Moving dirt every day!..................................$33,000

2007 Deere 310SJ backhoe loader, 4x4, extend-a-hoe, cab with air conditioning, ride control, rear auxiliary hydraulics. Only 3450 hours!............................................................$47,500

2005 Gehl RS8-42 telehandler, cab, heat, like new tires. Good clean machine........................................................$37,000 2007 Case 440 skidsteer loader, cab with heat and air conditioning, 89 hp, 2200/4400 lb lift capacity, good tires.....$27,000

1995 Case 580L backhoe loader, 4x4, extend-a-hoe, 2 buckets, cab with heat, good tires. Good, clean backhoe!....$28,000

2005 Titan 36-ft. pintle hitch trailer, 24,000 lb capacity, 16”x14 ply tires. Really good condition!................................. $8500 2005 Bobcat S130 skidsteer, 46 hp, 1300/2600 lb lift capacity, bucket and forks, good tires, only 1300 hours. Very clean and handy machine!......................................................$17,500

2008 Lull 1044-C54 telehandler, 10,000 lb capacity, 54-ft. reach, like new tires, front stabilizers, 4x4x4. Really nice machine!.....................................................................$47,000

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ANGUS BRED HEIFERS FOR SALE

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UNL leads research to enhance sorghum for biofuel CONTINUED FROM PAGE B13

sis. Geneticists will search for and study sorghum varieties that use water and nitrogen more efficiently under limited water or nitrogen conditions. At the same time, microbiologists will identify and characterize soil microbes that interact with and benefit sorghum, such as by enhancing nutrient uptake, water-use efficiency and disease protection.

Bringing both approaches together, the team will experiment to find the genetic and microbial combinations with the greatest productivity benefits.

The team also will create an extensive catalogue and repository of sorghum-related soil microbes and their genetic sequences as a resource for the scientific community.

Looking for microbial solutions to improve plant productivity is not well studied, so the project will advance scientific understanding in a potentially significant direction for other crops as well, Schachtman said.

The project’s strength is the interdisciplinary depth and expertise of the team, he added, because it allows the researchers to tackle sorghum production as a whole system.

Working together, researchers expect to accomplish far more than is possible at any single institution.

UNL’s Ismail Dweikat, sorghum breeder and professor of agronomy and horticulture, and Arthur Zygielbaum, remote sensing expert and associate research professor of natural resources, are teaming with Schachtman on this project.

“Nebraska will be the focal point of a lot of the work,” Schachtman said. “The university has developed fantastic field research facilities that really put us ahead. It’s highly significant work because we could be creating a more sustainable biofuel system for the United States.”

Ronnie Green, Harlan Vice Chancellor for the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources and interim senior vice chancellor for academic affairs, said the project “represents a payoff on the investments we’re making in faculty and facilities that expands our expertise in critical areas such as sustainable biofuels. Strengthening our capabilities to study the root microbiome enables us to take the systems approach that is so critical in agricultural research.”

National Adoption Day When : Saturday before Thanksgiving This special day is promoted and sponsored by a variety of child care and adoption groups.

According to the websites of these sponsors, this day was created to finalize thousands of annual adoptions, and to celebrate and give recognition to families that adopt children. It is also intended to raise awareness of the tens of thousands of children awaiting adoption.

Does the idea of being adoptive parents interest you?

Thousands upon thousands of children are waiting impatiently for you to take the step, that will bring them the love and happiness of a permanent family surrounding.

We hope you use National Adoption Day to take the first step in the adoption process.

Origin of National Adoption Day: National Adoption Day is sponsored and promoted by a variety of child care and child adoption agencies and organizations. We have not yet uncovered the creator of this day, and when it was first celebrated.

This day is described as a “National” day. We found no congressional records or presidential proclamation creating this day as a national day.

It wasn’t until 2006 that this day was celebrated in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Based on what we have discovered so far, this special day has not been celebrated for long. But, we do feel it is one of the more important special days in the entire calendar.

Trader’s Dispatch, November 2015 — Page B17

IRRIGATED HAY FOR SALE $140/

Clean, second cutting orchard grass & alfalfa hay in round bales...................... per bale Phone (406) 952-0966 Great Falls, Montana

A comprehensive study of the Yellowstone River, seen here in the fall of 2014 near Laurel, is nearing completion.

Comments gathered as big study of grand river wraps up

By Ed Kemmick/Last Best News The Yellowstone River will soon have a ence of about 35 people at the Yellowstone study worthy of its stature.

Valley Electric Cooperative in Huntley A summary of the study, still in draft talked about floodplain losses, changing form, was delivered at a public meeting river flows, the effects of riverbank “armorin Huntley on Wednesday night, October ing,” channel migration and more.

14, and the final report is scheduled to be Though the Yellowstone’s distinction is released during a two-day conference in that it is the longest free-flowing river in the Billings next March. lower 48 states, “free-flowing” refers only The comprehensive study—it comes in to the absence of dams. There are countless at 400 pages, with 1,800 pages of appendidiversion dams, weirs, jetties and dikes ces—began in 2004 and aimed to determine that change flow patterns on the river, and exactly how human activity has changed the an astounding 136 miles of Yellowstone 670-mile river, and what voluntary practices riverbank are armored with riprap. could best ensure its future health.

Riprap, which is placed on banks to pre“This has not been done before in the vent erosion and protect farm fields, housing history of the world,” said Don Youngbauer, developments, roads, bridges, railroad lines chairman of the Yellowstone River Conserand more, is mostly made of rock, but also vation District Council, which teamed up of concrete and other materials, including, with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to at various stretches up and down the river, conduct the study. old car bodies.

A handful of experts, addressing an audiCONTINUED ON PAGE B22

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

3” pumps at 275 gpm also on hand.

New Kunz rough cut mower

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

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New GradeMaster Blade for gravel road maintenance. Potholes stay filled longer and washboarding is virually eliminated. Two forward-cutting blades mounted on a strong high-grade steel frame with runners and side pans require a minimum of 24-h.p., mounts to any 3-point hitch tractor. .

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Gysler - Melroe - Renn chisel plow parts We can ship to your farm or ranch

Various sizes of storage cases available.

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Fits various models................$2500 Heavy duty brush & log grapple with skid steer quick attach...................$2250 Wagner loader for Ford 8N, 9N, and NAA. Complete with front pump & mounts...................................$1500 Farmhand F10 loader with grapple fork......................................... CALL Dearborn loader for Ford 8N.........$750 White Cab to fit Oliver 55 Series tractor............................ MAKE OFFER

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Can producers afford to sell 7-month-old calves?

By Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist NDSU Extension Service Ponder this: Can commercial producers afford to sell 7-month-old calves?

We need to search for a profit. As costs rise and production levels off, spreading costs across a longer ownership period seems doable. But is it correct?

Let’s look at the objective. By considering the 2014 calf prices abnormally high, budgeting for the future is challenging as prices drop. Budget development is challenging, but cost cutting is even more challenging. The actual implementation of a conservative budget, regardless of what business is being discussed, is never pleasant.

First, what are some realistic numbers to discuss? For income, after reviewing the last several years of income and expenses per cow from the Center for Farm Financial Management, University of Minnesota (http://www.finbin. umn.edu), let’s set expected gross margin conservatively at $600 per cow for the beef herd.

Why so low? Remember, gross margin accounts for the purchase and sale of all calves, cull cows and bulls, plus the expense of animals transferred in and overall changes in cattle inventory.

Let’s ignore the abnormally high 2014 prices. For the years 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013, cow herds garnered $630-plus in average gross margin for each cow. Building a budget on lower than average income creates more pressure on expenses. As long as total direct and overhead expenses are less than $600 per cow, some money remains.

But labor, management and return on investment need to be factored in for long-term success. Breaking even by generating dollars to meet expected gross margin doesn’t work.

Let’s keep moving and anticipate 2015 total direct and overhead expenses to exceed $650 per cow. Budget flags start to pop up as we ponder. As one thinks, the plan is to increase revenue and decrease expenses. Ultimately, the revenue side needs to be great enough to provide dollars for the cow-calf producer’s labor, management skills and return on the investment.

Having taught cow-calf management for several years to typical university students, this is the point where faces become somewhat somber. The anticipation of returning home now has a cost. The cost has been manageable through the years, but with no homework, real-life failure starts to become a real possibility.

I still am thinking on how to make a $600 gross margin work with $650 expenses. One way is to manage the total feed cost, which is 70 percent or more of the total direct costs. In addition, adding value to the calf is doable. Both suggestions were advanced by the students in this year’s Dickinson State University cow-calf management class.

In simple terms, a thorough evaluation of feed costs is critical. A reminder: The goal for summer or winter feed needs should be evaluated and actual costs applied. Sometimes cows are on pasture when land charges make feeding in a dry lot more feasible. Other times, feed costs make pasture more feasible than the dry lot.

Perhaps, if a mistake is made in the evaluation of a budget, the main one often is not letting oneself think outside the constraints of the operation. Too many times, those constraints are set in a producer’s mind but are not real when applied to the operation. Thinking past the present is critical.

That being said, let’s get back to the initial question: “Can commercial producers afford to sell 7-month-old calves?”

The answer is imbedded in calving season, weaning time, grass turnout, labor requirements and many more intricate aspects of the whole cow-calf operation. These questions should lead to the assessment of the specific operational protocols on the ranch and, we hope, unveil hidden opportunities.

Within those opportunities are alternative marketing options. Fundamental to the answer on how to maximize pounds coming off the operation in respect to calf weight is knowing and controlling direct and overhead costs that have been incurred up to weaning so you can make comparisons of marketing alternatives.

What is the daily incremental cost of keeping the calf for additional days? Traditional thinking would imply backgrounding the calf, but most producers just want to run cows.

But, as live weight at slaughter goes up and we market cattle at, say, 1,350 pounds of live weight, the opportunity for the producer to capture a greater percentage of the increased pounds of beef at harvest is real.

As cow-calf producers, do we actively seek an aggressive share of what we produced? Think about it.

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1983 John Deere 8650 290 hp, 7221 hours, PTO, partial PowerShift, 3 remotes................................................................................... Just In 1982 John Deere 8850 375 hp, 8910 hours with 2500 hours on engine overhaul, PTO........................................................................$39,500 2002 Case IH STX450 4WD, 5 remotes, 710x38 duals at 50%, 5500 hours....................................................................................$115,000 2009 Case IH 275 Magnum 4WD with L780 Pro Loader, PTO, powershift, 3005 hours..........................................................................$149,000 Case IH 9180 375 hp, 50 hours on rebuilt Cummins 855A engine, powershift, 4WD, no PTO or 3-point, 5100 hours........................$75,000 1986 Case IH 9150, Cat 3306 engine, 300 hp, recent overhaul, PTO, new inside tires, fair outside tires, 9641 hours......................$39,500 1988 Case 7110 540/1000 PTO, 75% rubber............................$39,500

New Seed Master Drills - 50-ft. x12”, 54-ft.x12” (can be increased to 60-ft.), 70-ft.x12”, 70-ft.x12” with 300 BV on board seed tank with Zone Command individual row metering.

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We have various Seed Master drills available - Pricing varies per drill 2011 Seed Master drill, 60’x12” with 4400 Ezee-On tank, 390 bushel, tow between, double shoot, 225 gallon liquid tank, paralink, primary Ag Tron blockage, heavy duty Drill: $140,000 Cart: $40,000 ............................................................................ Total: $180,000 Seed Master 70’x12”, 300 bushel on board tank Special Pricing............................................................ $299,500 Seed Master 70’x12”, straight drill.

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The cattle cycle revisited

By Tim Petry, Extension Livestock Economist, NDSU Agribusiness and Applied Economics Department For many years, cattle producers experienced a somewhat predictable cattle cycle approximately 10 years in length. However, during the last 15 years, an abnormal number of outside events have caused the cycle to be less predictable and left producers wondering if the cattle cycle is relevant for planning purposes. The likely answer to that is yes, with particular emphasis on the next several years.

There are actually three components of the cycle: the cattle inventory cycle, the beef production cycle and the cattle price cycle. Cattle inventory cycles experience periods of increasing numbers called accumulation phases and periods of decreasing numbers called liquidation phases. Beef production cycles lag inventory cycles by about one year because to liquidate numbers, more cattle must be harvested. To accumulate numbers, fewer cattle are harvested.

Price cycles are typified by periods of increasing prices called increasing phases and decreasing prices called decreasing phases. Cattle price cycles tend to be the opposite of beef production cycles. The two factors that most affect the length of cattle cycles are the reproductive biology of cattle and weather.

Cattle inventory cycles typically experience six-to eight year accumulation phases and three-to four-year liquidation phases.

A typical cycle would be about 10 years in length. The accumulation phase for beef cattle is longer because of the relative length of time, compared with other livestock species, that it takes to rebuild herds.

A heifer calf retained in the fall for breeding purposes will be bred the following summer and have a calf the next spring.

Her calf will not reach market weight and be reflected as beef production until the following year. Because reproductive biology will not change given current technology, cattle cycles likely will continue to occur, but they will be impacted more by worldwide economic and political conditions, and meat trade issues than in the past.

What happened to the cycle the last 15 years? A whole host of unexpected and unpredictable events plagued the beef industry and caused cattle producers to manage from one event to the next.

From 2000 to 2008, severe drought occurred in major cattleproducing areas of the U.S., including North Dakota. Drought surfaced again in 2010 in the southern Plains and continued to intensify and spread. By 2012, much of the U.S. was experiencing drought conditions. That led to record high corn prices, very poor pasture and range conditions, and continued beef herd liquidation in spite of record high prices for cattle.

Add to that many unforeseen beef demand shocks beginning with the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, then the late December 2003 bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) case and subsequent BSE cases, and the 2008-09 financial crisis causing the worst recession since the 1930s. Competing livestock disease issues such as the unfortunate misnaming of the H1N1 virus as the swine flu in 2009, the hog porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDv) in 2014 and avian influenza outbreaks disrupted production patterns and world trade.

Federal government policies, including the Energy Policy Act of 2005, also affected the cattle industry. The act mandated a renewable fuel standard, and caused a rapid increase in the use of corn for producing ethanol with increasing and volatile corn prices.

The global market and issues related to U.S. beef and by product exports also are adding to cattle price volatility. International trade policies, weather and catastrophic events around the world quickly reverberate to prices paid for calves at auction markets throughout the U.S. Back to the original comment concerning the relevance of the cycle for planning purposes: After eight straight years of declining U.S. beef cow numbers, an increase finally occurred in 2014. The number of beef cows on January 1, 2015, at 29.7 million head, was up 2.1 percent from 29.1 million head in 2014. The number of beef replacement heifers, at 5.8 million, increased more than 4 percent from 2014. Furthermore, the number of heifers expected to calve in 2015, at 3.5 million head, was up more than 7 percent from 3.3 million in 2014.

Prices for all market classes of cattle were record high in 2014 and likely reached the cyclical high for this cattle cycle.

Prices were bolstered by the historical short cattle and beef supply coupled with beef herd building that caused more heifers to be kept for breeding purposes, and the low beef cow harvest.

Furthermore, lower than expected pork and chicken production and strong export demand for beef and by products aided the record high cyclical peak in prices.

A number of headwinds have developed in 2015 that could cause cattle prices to decline cyclically for the next several years. The United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) is CONTINUED ON PAGE B21

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predicting beef production to increase in 2016 and subsequent years. Furthermore, record pork, chicken and total meat production is occurring in 2015 and is predicted again in 2016.

Another key driver behind calf and yearling prices in recent years has been declining feed costs, a trend that largely has run its course. U.S. pasture and range conditions in 2015 are the best they have been in 20 years, with the exception being states west of the Continental Divide. Generally good moisture conditions should cause continued herd rebuilding but also will be the wild card for how much and where the herd will

increase.

During the increasing phase of the cattle price cycle, pre-pricing tools in risk management strategies for cattle to be sold in the future may be less effective. That has been the case the last several years, especially for producers selling calves and yearlings.

But during the decreasing phase of the price cycle, those strategies tend to work better.

Of course, seasonal price patterns are very important in developing marketing plans.

And the worldwide market environment that the entire livestock industry now operates in likely will continue to cause more price volatility than in past cycles.

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Thanksgiving History:

The first Thanksgiving was celebrated between the Pilgrims and the Indians in 1621.

That first feast was a three day affair. Life for the early settlers was difficult. The fall harvest was time for celebration.

It was also a time of prayer, thanking God for a good crop.

The Pilgrims and the Indians created a huge feast including a wide variety of animals and fowl, as well as fruits and vegetables from the fall harvest. This early celebration was the start of today’s holiday celebration. Like then, we celebrate with a huge feast.

Today, most of us enjoy Turkey with “all the trimming”. The “trimming” include a wide variety of foods that are a tradition for your family. Those traditional foods often replicate the foods at the first Thanksgiving feast. While others, are traditional ethnic

or religious groups recipe, or a special food item that your family always serves at Thanksgiving dinner. Then, to top it off, pumpkin pies, apple pies, an even mince meat pies are bountiful around the table.

American Thanksgiving traditions revolve around a huge and lavish meal, usually with Turkey as the centerpiece. For those who do not like Turkey, a Roast or Prime Rib is common. As tradition has it in most families, a special prayer of thanks precedes the meal. In many homes, family members will each mention something they are very thankful for.

Did you know? Potatoes were not part of the first Thanksgiving. Irish immigrants had not yet brought them to North America.

After the first Thanksgiving, the observance was sporadic and almost forgotten until the early 1800’s. It was usually celebrated in late September or October. In 1941, Congress made it a national holiday and set the date as the fourth Thursday in November.

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Comments gathered as big study of grand river wraps up CONTINUED FROM PAGE B17

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“The Yellowstone is a wild and wooly river, but not like it used to be,” said Karin Boyd, a geomorphologist who served on the study group’s technical advisory committee.

The study had its origins in the back-toback flood years of 1996 and 1997. Six environmental groups filed a lawsuit in 1999, contending that the Corps of Engineers had allowed a doubling of bank stabilization permits (for riprapping) on the Yellowstone between 1995 and 1997, as compared to the preceding 12 years.

The lawsuit said the corps issued the permits without understanding the cumulative effects on the river all of those projects. A federal judge ruled against the corps, and Con- Karin Boyd gress subsequently authorized the corps to conduct the Yellowstone River Corridor Comprehensive Study.

The study was to determine the cumulative hydrologic, biological and socioeconomic impacts of human activity on the river.

The corps entered into a cost-sharing agreement with the Yellowstone River Conservation District Council in 2004. They also agreed on a scientific project known as the Cumulative Effects Analysis, to provide a basis for any recommended management practices on the river.

The federal government paid for 75 percent of the cost of the study, with the state of Montana and private organizations providing the other 25 percent.

As Boyd explained one of the most significant impacts on the undammed Yellowstone is the influence of the heavily dammed Bighorn River. That river and a major tributary, the Shoshone, are dammed upstream—near Cody and Thermopolis, Wyo.—and in Montana by the Yellowtail Dam near Fort Smith.

The Bighorn River watershed, most of which is in Wyoming, covers almost 23,000 square miles, or one third as much as the entire Yellowstone River watershed. The Bighorn Reservoir behind the Yellowtail Dam has 1.3 million acre-feet of storage.

Because summer flows in the Bighorn are greatly decreased to fill the reservoir, the Yellowstone River has seen substantial reductions of flow downstream of the Bighorn. At Miles City, summer flows have been reduced 48 percent—from an average of 6,200 cfs when the river was undeveloped to 3,200 cfs now.

Another major impact is the withdrawal of water by irrigators, which totaled 3.3 million acre-feet in 2000, or 94 percent of all water withdrawals on the river. However, and this is a big however, only 660,340 acrefeet were actually used by irrigators. All the

rest of the withdrawn water eventually made its way back into the river.

Meanwhile, the river has been forced into a narrower channel over the decades, and sizable amounts of floodplain and side channels have been lost to human activity.

In the 477 miles between Springdale and the confluence of the Yellowstone with the Missouri River just over the North Dakota state line, 21,000 acres of floodplain are no longer inundated during what is known as a 100-year flood.

This results from decreased flows and the presence of agricultural dikes, levees and railroad berms. Aerial photographs show that most of the city of Forsyth would have been under water in a 100-year flood before protective levees were built. To a greater or lesser degree, Boyd said, the same is true of towns like Livingston, Miles City and Glendive.

As for bank armor, Boyd said, the heaviest concentration of it is between Laurel and Billings, a stretch of river on which fully half the banks are sheathed in riprap.

Another member of the technical committee, Tom Pick, talked about changes to the riparian areas of the river, basically the riverbanks and the wetlands adjoining the river. Pick, a water quality specialist for the federal Natural Resources Conservation Service, said about 20,000 acres of riparian areas were lost because of channel migration between 1950 and 2001.

At the same time, riparian areas on the Yellowstone have become more “simplified,” in terms of loss of diversity and the rise of monoculture. That refers to the spread of invasive species like Russian olive and salt cedar, which crowd out native species like the cottonwood.

Changes to water quality have mainly resulted from increases in nutrients like nitrogen, runoff and discharges from agriculture and industrial uses, pollutant spills (think pipeline breaks) and changes in land use. It may seem odd, Pick said, but the biggest source of phosphorous found in the river is channel erosion, which releases naturally occurring phosphorous.

Turning to fisheries, Pick said the Yellowstone is home to 56 species, more than any other river in Montana. Fish populations are affected by hydrology changes, riprapping, introduced species and other human activity, he said, but it is very difficult to determine changes to the river’s fish population.

Birds are threatened by similar activities, especially those that cause declines in cottonwood stands. All in all, he said, the Yellowstone is still fairly healthy and biologically diverse, but “it’s the rate of change and the dramatic nature of change” that will continue to matter a great deal.

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was presented by Warren Kellogg, chairman of the technical committee and a retired watershed specialist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Kellogg emphasized that all the recommendations are for voluntary action on the part of landowners and water users.

Recommendations include restoring floodplains, in both agricultural and urban areas, removing side-channel dikes and other blockages where they are no longer needed and producing new floodplain maps to encourage development outside the floodplain.

Another recommendation is to keep any new riprap outside the floodplain, also known as the “channel migration zone,” and to create guidelines for what kind of riprap to use where. Flow deflectors like weirs and jetties, which project out into the river from a bank, but which are frequently ineffective and create a need for further armoring, should be discontinued, according to the recommendations.

Other recommendations call for removing old dumps from the riverbanks, encouraging more efficient irrigation management, and preserving healthy riparian areas by, among other things, improving livestock management and eradicating invasive weeds.

The presentation was followed by a relatively short question-and-answer session. One woman who said she has an agricultural operation on the Yellowstone said she was wary of the study’s emphasis.

“I’m a conservationist, but agriculture comes first,” she said. “For once in our state, let’s make agriculture a priority.”

Youngbauer, a rancher himself, told her that the study is needed to preserve things like agricultural water use.

“If we don’t have good baseline data,” he said, “it’ll be very difficult to defend our water rights.”

Boyd said the study, and the cooperation it encourages, will be very useful when it comes time to seek funding to accomplish some of the goals laid out in the study. She said she, Kellogg and Pick all helped the Musselshell Water Coalition obtain funding for numerous successful projects on the Musselshell River, and funding agencies need to know that there is widespread support for such projects.

“This study gives you credibility in Helena,” she said.

Youngbauer said the best thing about working to promote a healthy Yellowstone River is the amount of preexisting support.

“When you stand up and say you’re a friend of the Yellowstone River, you don’t have many enemies, worldwide,” he said.

How to weigh in A final meeting on the draft plan is set for Thursday night in Glendive. The meeting will start at 7 in the community Room of Glendive Alliance Church, 105 Highland Park Road.

The draft report is available for viewing on the Army Corps of Engineers’ website or on the Yellowstone River Conservation District Council’s website. Hard copies are also available at county conservation district offices along the Yellowstone.

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(F) 1998 Case IH 9390 4434 hours. #15189B............ $85,000 (S) 2005 Buhler YC9620Q snow blower. #56100B........ $3500 #23198B............................................................. $335,000 #23213B............................................................. $168,000 (S) 2004 Case IH DX33 #15230B.............................. $10,000 (D) 2000 Farm King Y960Q 8’ snow blower. #56086W..$4000 (S) 2013 Case IH AF8230 620 hours. #23201B....... $343,000 (B) 2007 Case IH 7010 2446 hours. #23426W.. . ...... $131,000 (H) 2011 Case IH FARM105U 1150 hours. #15552W.$56,000 (F) 2011 Snowblast 9600A 9’ snow blower. #56107B.$18,000 (S) 2014 Case IH FARM50B 41 hours. #15218B....... $44,000 (S) 2012 Schulte 960 snow blower. #56105B............... $9500 (F) 2008 Case IH 7010 1810 hours, 1327 separator hours. (S) 2013 Case IH AF8230 620 hours. #23200B....... $343,000 #23217B............................................................. $148,000 (F) 2012 Case IH AF8230 58 hours. #23173B......... $272,000 (W) 2012 Case IH FARM95U 155 hours. #15524W... $42,000 (S) Schulte SDX840 snow blower. #UM684.................. $5000 (G) 2007 Case IH 7010 1700 hours. #23231B......... $127,000 (F) 2012 Case IH AF8230 660 hours, 524 separator hours.

(G) 2014 Case IH MAGNUM235 560 hours. #15210B.$180,000 #23112B............................................................. $230,000 (S) 2008 Case IH 8010 1208 hours. #23134B.......... $155,000 (F) 2009 Case IH MAGNUM245 2260 hours. #15245B............

(W) 2003 Case IH 8010 2708 hours. #23432W.......... $96,500 (F) 2012 Case IH AF8230 647 hours, 498 separator hours. ........................................................................... $107,000 #23113B............................................................. $250,000 (G) 2012 Case IH MAGNUM340 660 hours. #15226B.$206,000 (S) 2008 Haybuster 2650 #50101B........................... $14,000 (B) 2006 Case IH 8010 2594 hours. #23433W........... $99,000 (B) 2011 Case IH MAGNUM340 1718 hours. #15494W.......... (D) 2011 Haybuster 2650 #50063W.......................... $13,500 (D) 2010 Case IH 8120 1050 hours. #23435W......... $186,000 (F) 2013 Case IH AF8230 923 hours. #23232B....... $237,000 2003Farmall Gleaner40, R65W80137 2127 hours, 1477 separator hours. .................................. NEW ........................................................................... $195,000 (D) 2012 Haybuster 2650 #50064W.......................... $14,500 (F) 2009 Case IH 8120 1210 hours. #23102B.......... $243,000 (D)(F)CIH #21110B.. ............................................................. $68,000 (G) 2013 Case IHSkid 8230 Steers 407 hours, 285 separator hours. (W) CIH w/CIH 1010 30’ Hd, WUH320 ............................. $8,000 Farmall 60, W80170 ................................. NEW (W) 2012 Case IHCombines MAGNUM340& 738Headers hours. #15469W............ w/CIH 1042 36’ Cpr Hd, WUH323 ................... $22,000 (W) 632 Bobcat,.........................................................

20018W ........................................ $7,250 (F) 2001 Gleaner R72 2060 hours, 1560 separator hours. #GUH299.. $274,000 (D) CIH Farmall 95, W80193 ..................................

NEW (B) 670 Cat w/SP36 HB Dpr Hd, 25002W ............ $190,000 ........................................................................... $242,000 (F) CIH 6088, WUH312 ....................................... $215,000 (H) 642B Bobcat w/Bkt, 20124W ........................... $7,500 Farmall 95, W80189 .................................. NEW #21106B.. ............................................................. $50,000 (G) 2013 Case IH 8230 796 hours, 621 separator hours. (B) CIH w/971 NH 25’ Hd, 24114&2114A ..... $7,000 NH TR95 (F) 2015 Brent 1082 #52140B................................... $58,000 (D)(W) 2012 Case IH MAXXUM140 1449 hours. #15515W.. . ........

(F) CIH 7010 w/36’ Grain Belt Hdr, WUH297 ..... $310,000 (H) 743#GUH301..

Bobcat w/o Bkt, 20101W ............................ $8,500 FWA,R72 W80138 NEW (D) (2) NH TR98 w/994 36’ Dpr, 971 PU Hd, 199895U Gleaner 3034..................................... hours, 2235 separator hours. ......................................................... $274,000 (D)(F)CIH ........................................................................... $100,000 (G) 2013 Brent 1196 #52129B................................... $83,000 S130 Bobcat w/o Bkt, 20112W ....................... $18,995 (D) CIH 105U.............................................................

FWA, W80160 .................................. NEW 24025W or 24026W ....................................................... $101,100 (F) CIH 8010, WUH172 ........................................ $196,000 (B) (D) #21105B.. $34,000 2011 Case IH 9120 704 hours. #23347W.. . ........ $242,000 (F) CIH 8010, WUH232 ....................................... $280,000 (D) 753 Bobcat, 20083W ....................................... $19,000 (F)(D) 2011NH Case IH MAXXUM140 2100 hours. #15227B.$72,000 (B) CIH Puma 125 FWA, W80053 ........................ NEW TR66 w/36’ 960 MacDon Dpr Hd, Gleaner R75 1610 hours #21031W........... $121,500 (F) 2011 Case IH20085W 9120 1100 hours. #23230B..$12,000 ........ $211,000 (B) 2007 $265,000 (H) 753 Bobcat, ....................................... w/L750 Ldr, W85038 ...................................... NEW Frontier Equipment Stanley Equipment (G) 2014 Case IH&28019W MAXXUM140 537 hours. #15236B.$102,000 2009W .............................................. $64,000 (D) CIH 8010, 23075W ........................................

(F)CIH 2011Puma Gleaner 643W80112 hours,......................

425 separator hours.

(G) 2011 Case IH AF7120 918 hours. #23208B.. . .... $182,000 (D) CIH 8010, 23076W ........................................ $265,000 Glasgow Implement (D) S150 Bobcat, 20120W .................................... $23,000 (W) 165S67 FWA, NEW NHCase TX68, 24016W ........................................... $65,000 (W)(D) 1999 IH MX270 6350 hours. #15548W.. . .... $61,000 (D) 2006 #51193W........................... $15,500(D) (G) Frontier Equipment Stanley Equipment (W) CIHBrandt 8010, 5000EX 23087W ....................................... $270,000 S150 Bobcat w/BKT, BkT1061 Bite, 20133W .......separator $22,500hours. #21107B.. . .......................................................... $173,000 2011 Case IH AF7120 hours, 843 w/LX770 Ldr, W85140 .................................. NEW w/36’ MacDon 962 Dpr Hd, 24017W ................ $28,000 (B) 2009 Case IH PUMA195 2410 hours.Glasgow #15541W.. $86,000 (B)CIH Implement $185,000 Bobcat, no Bkt, 20120W ....................... $23,000 2007 8010, BrandtWUH342 5000EX ....................................... #51198W........................... $17,000(D) S205 210, ....................................

(W) NH CR960, 24019W .................................... $160,000 (F) 2013Puma Gleaner S77W80037 1650 hours. #21034W..........NEW $164,000 #23125B.. ........................................................... $219,000 (D)(D)CIH (S)(F) 2009 Case IH PUMA195 1500 hours. #15213B..$124,000 (D)CIH $330,000 S205 Bobcat w/Bkt, 20146W ........................ $26,500 w/L770 Ldr, S77 W85031 ......................................

NEWhours 2011 8120, BrandtWUH298 7500HP .......................................

151 hours. #51191W......... $26,500(B) (G) NH CR960, WUH370 .................................... $137,000 (F) (F) 2012 Gleaner 452 hours, 328 separator 2009 Case IH AF7120 1240 hours. #23160B.. . .. $174,000 , ........................................................... $89,900 (D) S205 Bobcat w/Bkt, 20142W ......................... $25,000 (F)(D) 2011NH Case IH PUMA215 hours. #15228B..$123,000 Scout Ut Vehicle, WNM126 .................... NEW CR970, 24021W1900 ..................................... $188,000 (S) (G)CIH 2012 2388 Brandt 7500HP 259 hours. #51117B.......... $23,000 (G) 2012 Case IH AF7120 1200 hours. #23170B..... $185,000 (F) CIH #21101B.. ........................................................... $248,000 (D) CIH 72” Finish Mwr, W85133 ....................... NEW (S)(D) 2011 Case PUMA230 hours. #15235B..$155,000 NH CRIH970, 24022W1450 .................................... $180,000 (S) CIH 7010, ......................................................... $240,000 (F) 863 Bobcat, WUT322 ...................................... $19,000 (G) 1994 John Deere 4500 hours. #22111B.. ... $27,500 (G) 2010 Case IH AF7120 1200 hours. #23178B.. . .. $179,000 (S) 08 CIH 7010 , .................................................. $249,000 (W) 863 Bobcat, 20105W ..................................... $23,000 (F) CIH SCX100 16’ 9500 Pvt Tng, WNH526 ............ NEW w/94CIH NH 42’ Dpr Hd, ....................... $241,000 $47,000 (S) 2013 Case STG350 98024023W hours. #15148B......

(S) 07 CIH 8010, .................................................. $249,000 (W)(G)863 2010HDX John 182 DeereAgr 9670STS 1701 hours, 1211NEW separator 2010 Case IH20136W AF7120....................................

1566 hours. #23177B.. ... $182,000 (F)(F)CIH Bobcat, $18,000 Hd, WNH553 .................

NH CRIH970, WUH324 (F)(F) 2012 Case STG350 1200................................... hours. #15233B.....$152,000 $203,000 U s e d E q u06 i pCIH m e n8010 t , .................................................. $220,000 New Equipment (D) S330 Bobcat w/80” Bkt, 20094W ................... $43,000 (W) CIH WD1203 Swthr, W83050 ....................... NEW hours. #22110B.. . ............................................... $157,000 (W) NH CR9070, 24027W ................................. $270,000 (S) (D) 1998860, Bobcat 763 #20422W.................................. $11,000 (F) 2005 Case IH STG450Combines 2265 hours. #15238B..... $124,000 (S) (D) CIH Farmall 40, NEW UC550 ..................................................... $9,500 (W) 60, LS160 NH Skid (W) Rnd CR8090 Blr, AW,TW, W83013#24092W............ ........ NEW $8,000 & Headers Skid Steers NEW 20109W ............................. $19,000 (W) CIH Farmall (D) NH CR 9070, 24024W ................................. $260,000 (D)MF (D)CIH 2012RB564 New Holland 700 hours.

2008 Bobcat hours. #20177W............. $29,000 $22,000 S220 (W) 632721 Bobcat, $7,250 NEW (D) CIH Farmall 95, 670 Cat $190,000 $280,000 (S)(S) 2011 Case IH(B)STG500 1150.................................... hours. #15201B....

(S) 2 Honeybee SP36 Hds , .............................. $59,500 (D) 1825 Case Skid w/Bkt, 20128W .................... $10,000 (W) CIH RB564 Rnd Blr, Ele Twn Nt, W83014 .. NEW (F) CIH 6088, $215,000 NH CR9070, 24035W $249,000 (H) 642B Bobcat $7,500 (B) CIH Farmall 95, NEW $7,000 (W) NH TR95 . . ......................................................................... $222,000 $310,000 (F) CIH 7010 $8,500 (H) 743 Bobcat NEW w/Bkt 20129W ................. $14,000 (D) CIH 95U FWA, (W)CIH 20128230 Bobcat T650 1200 UC558 hours. #20398W........... $44,000 (D) (2) NH TR98 (S) PT Swthr, ......................... $8,500 (F) 2012 Case STG550 hours........................ #15192B.... $285,000 (D) 1825B Case Skid (W) CIH SPX3330 SP Spryr, W85098 ............... NEW w/NHIH 94C 42’ Dpr 1300 Hd, 24036W CIH 8010, $196,000 (B) S130 Bobcat $18,995 (D) CIH 105U FWA, NEW $101,100 (F)$42,000 2008SPX3330 New Holland CR9070WNH585 1205 hours. #24090W.......... $280,000UC564 CIH 8010, $19,000 (D) 7532993 Bobcat,hours. #20425W............

NEWw/Bkt, 20127W ................... $14,000 (B) CIH Puma FWA, Case Skid (S) ........................................... $299,000 NH TR66 826 hours. #UT764........(F) (D)125(D) 1845 (D)CIH 2011 8120, Bobcat T650 $38,500 ................ NEW (F)(B) CIH SP Spryr, (S)(W) 2011JD Case IH(D)STG550 $316,000 9600, 22004W ............................................. $52,000 $265,000 (H) 753 Bobcat, $12,000 w/L750 Ldr, NEW 2010 Case IH 4420 795 hours #53108B............ $252,000 $64,000 (D) CIH 8010, . . ......................................................................... $158,000 $265,000UC565 (D) CIH 8010, (S) CIH 2188, $69,500 (D) S150.............................................

Bobcat, $23,000 NEW (W) CIH Puma 165 FWA, (F) 420 SSL Case Skid, WUT324 ..................... $23,000 $65,000 (D) NH TX68, (W) CIH SRX160 134’ Wld Boom Spryr, W85043 (D) 2014 Bobcat #20417W................................ $63,000 9600, 22011W ............................................. $49,000 (F)(W) 2012JD Case IH STG550 1700 hours. #15239B.. $285,000 $270,000 T750 CIH 8010, $22,500 (D) S150 Bobcat w/LX770 Ldr, NEW $28,000...(W) (W) 4420 503 hours. #53210W.......... $285,000 (D) 2008 (S) MacDon 973 Hd, UC566 .............................. $29,500 CIH 8010, $185,000 (D) S205 Bobcat, $23,000 (F)210, 4352011 SSLCase CaseIHNEW Skid, WUT341 ..................... $35,000 New Holland CR9070 1328 hours, 1054NEW separator (D) CIH Puma ................................................................................. $160,000.. (F) (W) NH CR960, 9650 w/930R JD1750 Hdr, hours.

22007W,22009W $123,500 (F) 2008 Case IH 435 S3 #52132B............................ $31,000 $330,000 (F) CIH 8120, (G)(W) 2013JD Case IH(F) STG550 #15240B.. . . $317,000 $26,500 (B) S205 Bobcat w/L770 Ldr, NH CR960, $137,000 2011 Case IHNEW 4420 ......................... $223,000 (F) CIH $85,000 (S) CIH 2188, (D)Ut(G) 440 w/Bkt,#WUY407..

20125W ...................... $34,000 CIH 2388 $89,900UC572 (D) S205.............................................

Bobcat $25,000 8120 Combine, WNC432 ......................... NEW (F) CIH Scout Vehicle,Case SkidNEW $188,000 (S)$31,000 (D) NH CR970, hours. #24074W................................................. $167,000 (F) JD STS 9660 , WUH346 ..................................

(F) NH 201094C Case IH 445 hours. #52120B................ $240,000 CIH 7010 $19,000 $36,000 (F) 863600 Bobcat, NEW (D) CIH 72” Finish Mwr, (G) 2013 Case IH(D)STG550 ....(S)$319,000 $180,000 NH CR 970,750 hours. #15241B..

(S) Hd, ..................................................... $45,000 2010 4420w/Bkt, 1365 20130W hours. #53224W.. ....... $204,000 (D) CIH 8120 Combine, W82055 .......................... NEW (D) (B) 440 C3 Case CaseIHSkid .............. $36,000 08 CIH 7010 $249,000 (W) 863 Bobcat, $23,000 (F) CIH SCX100 16’ Pvt Tng, NEW w/936D JD Dpr, WUH261 ................................. $47,000 (S)$29,000 $249,000 07 CIH 8010 $18,000 (W) 863 Bobcat, (G)Honeybee 2007 Case IH 450 2210 hours. #52135B............. $30,500 (F) CIH HDX 182 Agr Hd, (F) NH CR 970,960 hours. #15551W..... $152,000 (S) (D) 2011 Case IH(W) STG600 $306,000 (S) 42GB Hd, ................................... $65,000 (D) (G) 60XT w/Bkt, 20131W ................. $22,000 2011Case CaseSkid IHNEW PAT4420 1280 hours. #53174B... $202,000 (W) CIH 8120 Combine, W82076 ......................... NEW 06 CIH 8010 $220,000 (D) S330 Bobcat $43,000 w/635F JD, WUH262 (W) CIH WD1203 Swthr, NEW $270,000 (S)$35,000 NH CR9070, ........................................ $9,500 MF 860, $19,000 (W) 252B3 LS160 NH #20416W.......................

Skid NEW Skid, 20088W .............. $17,000 (W) CIH RB564 Blr, Trak 1500D $260,000 (S) NH CR 9070, (D)Honeybee 2011 Caterpillar $33,000 (S) 42GB Hd, ................................... $71,000 (D) Rnd Skat (S)(D) 2011 CaseJD IH(D) STG600 hours. $355,000 CIH 8120 Combine, W82078 ......................... NEW 2 Honeybee SP36 Hds $59,500 (D) 1825 Case Skid 9760 w/36D Dpr1550 Hd w/Fgr Rl,#15217B....

22015W .... (S) $231,000 $10,000 (F) 2009 Case IH PAT4420 1295 hours. #53169B... $194,000 (W) (W) CIH RB564 Rnd Blr, NEW (S) NH CR9070, $249,000 $8,500 (S) CIH 8230 PT Swthr, (D)CIH 20138120 Bobcat E45 excavator.

1220 hours. #20424W..

(D) 1825B Case Skid $14,000 NEW Skid w/Bkt, Dzr, 20111W $6,000 (W) CIH SPX3330 SP Spryr,Magnatrac (S) 963 Hd , ......................... for Pricing $42,000 (D) 4800 (D)MacDon 2013 John Deere 326E 381 hours. Call #20399W...... $47,000 (W) Combine, W82080 .........................

NEW........

(B)(W) 20011680 CaseCIH, IH(W)STX375 hours. #15557W.. $83,500 23022W ......................................... $299,000 (S)$30,000 CIH 8120, $14,000 (D) 1845 Case Skid (F) CIH SPX3330(F) SP Spryr, NEW JD 9600, 6496 $52,000 ....

2011 Case IH PAT4420 629 hours, 100-ft. boom.

CIH 2188, $69,500 420 SSL Case Skid, $23,000 (S) MacDon D60(F)Hd , .......................................... $61,000 (W) CIH SRX160 134’ Wld Boom Spryr, Post Diggers ............................................................................. $54,500 $49,000 (S)$29,000 (W) 23057W JD 9600, ...........................................

(B) CIH 2142 35’ Drpr Hd, W82057 ................... NEW 1680 CIH, $29,500 (F) 435 SSL Case Skid, MacDon 973 Hd, (F)(B) Case IH STX385 #WUT722.. .............................. $146,000 $35,000 NEW $123,500 (S) (W) JD 9650 #53121B.. . .......................................................... $225,000 CIH 2188, $85,00040GB (S) Hondybee HdSkid , .....................................

(D) 440 Case $34,00059,000 (F) CIH 8120 Combine, NEWPost Dgr, 52027W ............... $850 JD STS 9660 .......................................... $31,000 (S)$38,000 (B)(B) CIH Dpr Hd,auger.

W82024 ..................... NEW 20142152 Batco35’ 1545 grain #51201W.............. $19,000 1680 23058W (H) 3pt F8 Danuser $45,000 (D) 440 C3 Case Skid NH 94C Hd, $36,000 (D) CIH 8120 Combine, NEW (H)(H) 2004 CaseCIH, IH(F)STX500 3890 hours. #15554W.. $137,000 $29,000 ..(S) (G) 2012 Case IHNEW PAT4430 629 hours. #53110B..... $311,000 (D)(S)CIH (S) Honeybee 3655 , ............................

Call for Pricing Honeybee 42GB Hd, $65,000 $22,000 (D) 60XT Case Skid (W) CIH 8120 Combine, 2152 40’ Drpr Hd, W82062 ...................

NEW $35,000 (S)$45,000 (W) 1688 CIH, 23050W .........................................

(W) 3pt F8 Danuser Post Dgr, 52030W .............. $800 2000 New Holland 195 manure spreader. #52147B......... $71,000 (S) Honeybee 42GB Hd, (D) Skat Trak 1500D Skid, $17,000 (W) CIH 8120 Combine, $231,000 (D) 9760 JD (S)(W) 20111688 Caterpillar MT765C 1900 hours. #18105B.$195,000 CIH , ..........................

Call for Pricing (F) 2012 Case IHNEW PAT4430 65652022W hours. #53106B.. .... $250,000 (D) CIH (S)32013 IH Hds 160 #53171B................................. $66,000 MacDon 963 Hd (S) CallCase for1010 Pricing (D) 4800 Magnatrac Skid , $6,000 2152 40’ Drpr Hd, W82065 ................... NEW (W) CIH 8120 NEW (W) 1680 CIH, ......................................... $30,000 (S)$50,000 CIH, 23082W (B)Combine, McMillin Hyd Post Dgr, .............. $1,295 ............................................................................. $14,500 $61,000 MacDon D60 Hd NEW (B) CIH 2142 35’ Drpr Hd, Post Diggers $29,000 (S) (B) 16809200 CIH, 6500 hours. #14166W..

NH CR960 , PS160 .................................................... $180,000 (W) 2000 John .. $82,500 40GB (S) Hd 59,000 2013 Case IH PAT4430 551 hours. #53107B..... $280,000 (D) CIH 2152 40’ Drpr Hd, W82050 ................... NEW (G) 2011 Case IH #53164B............................

(B) CIH 2152 35’(G) Dpr Hd, NEW w/1015Deere CIH PUCIH, Hd, 23084W ............................... $7,000 (H) 1680 $38,000 (S) Hondybee (H) 3pt F8 Danuser Post Dgr, $850 $33,000 Misc Call for Pricing (W) 3pt F8 Danuser Post Dgr, NEW (D) CIH 2152 40’ Drpr Hd, $45,000 (S) Honeybee 3655 $800 (W) 1688 CIH, Grain Augers & Vacs $1,295 $29,000 (B)(B) 2006 John Deere 9520 hours. #14171W.. $140,000 Call Case for Pricing 3 CIH 1010 Hds (G) 2010 CIH 2188, ........................................... $47,500 NEW (D) CIH 2152 40’(F) Drpr Hd, (W) 23046W 1688 CIH, 3540 (B) McMillin #53158B..

Hyd Post Dgr, ........................ $50,000 (S) 2014 Case IH PAT4430 332 hours, 120-ft. boom. (W) CIH 2152 45’ Drpr Hd, W82074 ................. NEW IH SRX160 (H) C1000SR Swath $180,000 (D) CIH 2152 40’ Drpr Hd, NEW Roller, 520354W ................. $750 $7,000 (S) NH CR960 Misc 51034W ....... $2,100 (W) 7x36 Westfield w/16HP Briggs, CIH CIH1104 1010hours.

Hdr, 23099W & 23100W ........

(S)(D) 2010 John2188 Deere #14104B... $240,000 Grain Augers & VacsFlexi-Coil NEW (W) CIH 2152 45’ Drpr#53125B..

Hd, (B) w/30’ CIH9530 2188, $47,500 . .......................................................... $275,000 (S) 2008 100-ft. boom. #UM723.. . .... $25,000 (H)68XL C1000SR Swath Roller, $750 Lawn & Garden (W) 7x36 Westfield (D) 7x51 Westfield $2,100 (D) CIH 2188 (W) 2003 Bobcat 5600 #20418W............................... $20,000 w/220vLawn Elec & Mtr, 51053W ....... $2,500 ........................................................................... $12,000 Garden $2,500 7x51 Westfield (F) 2014 John Deere 9560R 270 hours. #14110B.. $323,000 $12,000 .(D) 2013 Case IH PAT4430 950 hours. #53177B.. . ... $262,000 (G) 2011 New Holland (D) 425S1070 JD Lawn 100-ft.

Tractor boom. #53133B.$23,000(D) (F) 425 JD Lawn Tractor w/54” Mwr, 51” Brm, (D) 8x41 Westfield, $4,500 (H) CIH 2188, $40,000 (D) 8x41 Westfield, 51016W .................................. $4,500 2188, 23109W .......................................... $40,000 $6,950 $3,500 (D) $70,000 8x46 Westfield, $85,000 (W) CIH 2188, (F)(H) 1997CIH Caterpillar 75D 4434 hours. #18108B.. . ......

(F) 19015W 2013 Case IH PAT4430 900 hours. #53170B..$6,950 .... $254,000 (G) 8x46 2009 New Holland SF216 134-ft. boom. .................................................................

(F) 718K Grasshopper Lawn Tractor,#53141B.$36,000 8x52 SC Brandt, (D) $2,100 (B) CIH 2388, $90,000 (B)$85,000 Westfield, 51055W .................................. $3,500 (W) CIH 2188, 23111W .........................................

LOCATION KEY: $5,000 $2,500 $100,000 (D) MK 8x51 Westfield Swg Agr, (B) CIH 2388, (F)(B) 2007CIH Caterpillar MT865B 4300 hours. #18112B.$148,000 718K Lawn (D)Ultimate 721 Grasshopper Lawn Tractor, 2006Grasshopper Case IH SPX4410 3800Tractor, hours. #53222W..$110,000 (S)Swg8x52 2008 #53148B...................... $22,500 (F) (H) MK100x51 Westfield Agr, Summers (B) SC$5,000 Brandt, 51058W ............................... $2,100 (F) CIH 2388 ........................................... $142,000 (D)$90,000 2388, 23018W $11,500 (B) Beach (H) - Hettinger $7,100 (D) 30’ Speedking PTO Belt Cvyr, (W) CIH 2388 WUM534 .............................................................. $5,000 (S)(B) 2011 Caterpillar MT875B #18109B................... $205,000 (B)Ultimate ZTR Grizzly Dixon Lawn Mower, (D) Westfield Swg 51057W ... $2,500 1535LP Brandt Cnvyr, $12,500 CIH 2388, 23047W ......................................... $100,000 $97,400 (W) (F) MK 2013 8x51 Summers 200Agr, hours, 1600$6,500 gallon, 110-ft. (S) 2012 John Deere 4830 440 hours. #53103B..... $230,000 $6,500 $195,000 (W) 1026 REM Grain Vac, (F) CIH 2588, 721 Grasshopper Lawn Tractor, (W) - Bowman (M) - Mandan Westfield Swg Agr, 51054W $5,000 (F)(F) 2008 New2388 Holland TC40 hours..................... #16122B..... $22,000 (D) MK100x51 CIH w/1015 Hdr,725 WUH211 $142,000 2014 John Deere 4830 1000 hours. #53168B.. . $219,000 boom. #53162B.. .................................................. $50,000 (D) (G) 19016W ............................................................... $11,500 w/30’ 1010 6170 Hdr, 23066W &23067W ............... (D) 30’ Speedking PTO Belt Cvyr, 51036W $7,100 (F)(W) 1998CIH New 2388 Holland TV140 hours. #16117B..$50,000 (D) - Dickinson (S) - Stanley (F) 2011 Versatile SX275 461 hours, 120-ft. boom. #53154B.. (D) RoGator 1274C 2389 hours, 1200 gallon, 100-ft. boom. ........................................................................... $97,400 (W) 1535LP Brandt Cnvyr, 51010W ............. $12,500 (B) ZTR Grizzly Dixon Lawn Mower, (S) 2012 New Holland TV6070 2020 hours #16113B.$116,000 #53218W.. .......................................................... $126,500 . . ......................................................................... $169,000 (G) - Glasgow (F) - Williston 19013W ................................................................. $6,500 (F) CIH 2588, WIH319 ......................................... $195,000 (W) 1026 REM Grain Vac, 52096A ................. $6,500

Combines

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Used Equipment

New Equipment

Grain Carts Grain Vacs

Skid Steers

w/SP36 HB Dpr Hd, 25002W ............

w/971 NH 25’ Hd, 24114&2114A ..... w/994 36’ Dpr, 971 PU Hd, 24025W or 24026W ....................................................... w/36’ 960 MacDon Dpr Hd, 2009W &28019W ..............................................

24016W ........................................... w/36’ MacDon 962 Dpr Hd, 24017W ................

24019W ....................................

WUH370 ....................................

24021W .....................................

24022W .................................... w/94C NH 42’ Dpr Hd, 24023W .......................

WUH324 ...................................

24027W .................................

24024W .................................

24035W .................................... w/NH 94C 42’ Dpr Hd, 24036W .......................

22004W .............................................

22011W ............................................. w/930R JD Hdr, 22007W,22009W .. , WUH346 .................................. w/936D JD Dpr, WUH261 ................................. w/635F JD, WUH262 ........................................ w/36D Dpr Hd w/Fgr Rl, 22015W ....

23022W .........................................

23057W ...........................................

23058W ..........................................

23050W .........................................

23082W ......................................... w/1015 CIH PU Hd, 23084W ...............................

23046W ........................................... w/30’ CIH 1010 Hdr, 23099W & 23100W ........ ...........................................................................

23109W ..........................................

23111W .........................................

23018W ...........................................

23047W ......................................... w/1015 Hdr, WUH211 .................... w/30’ 1010 Hdr, 23066W &23067W ............... ...........................................................................

WIH319 .........................................

w/CIH 1010 30’ Hd, WUH320 ............................. w/CIH 1042 36’ Cpr Hd, WUH323 ...................

WUH312 ....................................... w/36’ Grain Belt Hdr, WUH297 .....

WUH172 ........................................

WUH232 .......................................

23075W ........................................

23076W ........................................

23087W .......................................

WUH342 .......................................

WUH298 ....................................... , ........................................................... , ......................................................... , .................................................. , .................................................. , ..................................................

UC550 ..................................................... , ..............................

UC558 .........................

UC564 ...........................................

UC565 .............................................

UC566 ..............................

UC572 ............................................. ..................................................... ................................... ................................... , ......................... , .......................................... , ..................................... , ............................ , .......................... , ....................................................

w/16HP Briggs, 51034W ....... w/220v Elec Mtr, 51053W .......

51016W ..................................

51055W ..................................

51058W ...............................

51057W ...

51054W 51036W 51010W .............

52096A .................

20018W ........................................ w/Bkt, 20124W ........................... w/o Bkt, 20101W ............................ w/o Bkt, 20112W .......................

20083W .......................................

20085W .......................................

20120W .................................... w/BKT, BkT Bite, 20133W ....... no Bkt, 20120W ....................... w/Bkt, 20146W ........................ w/Bkt, 20142W .........................

WUT322 ......................................

20105W .....................................

20136W .................................... w/80” Bkt, 20094W ...................

20109W ............................. w/Bkt, 20128W .................... w/Bkt 20129W ................. w/Bkt, 20127W ...................

WUT324 .....................

WUT341 ..................... w/Bkt, 20125W ...................... w/Bkt, 20130W .............. w/Bkt, 20131W .................

20088W .............. w/Bkt, Dzr 20111W

Sprayers

52027W ...............

52030W ..............

52022W ..............

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

w/54” Mwr, 51” Brm, 19015W .................................................................

WUM534 ..............................................................

19016W ...............................................................

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

High Clearance Sprayers

W80137 ..................................

W80170 .................................

W80193 ..................................

W80189 ..................................

W80138 .....................................

W80160 ..................................

W80053 ........................

W85038 ......................................

W80112 ......................

W85140 ..................................

W80037 ....................................

W85031 ......................................

WNM126 ....................

W85133 .......................

WNH526 ............

WNH553 .................

W83050 .......................

AW,TW, W83013 ........

Ele Twn Nt, W83014 ..

W85098 ...............

WNH585 ................

W85043 .................................................................................

WNC432 .........................

W82055 ..........................

W82076 .........................

W82078 .........................

W82080 .........................

W82057 ...................

W82024 .....................

W82062 ...................

W82065 ...................

W82050 ...................

W82074 .................

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Grant to probe how diseases become epidemics

By Gail Wells, Oregon State University An Oregon State University (OSU) scientist is heading a multinational team studying how to anticipate and curb the next disease outbreak before it blows up into a global epidemic.

Funded by a new $2.5 million grant, OSU plant pathologist Christopher Mundt and his team are probing infectious diseases of humans, animals and plants that have a distinctive trait in common: the capability of the pathogen – whether virus, fungus or bacterium – to transmit itself over long distances. This pattern, he said, characterizes diseases like avian flu, which have produced continental-scale epidemics.

“Our goal is to develop rules of thumb for identifying and controlling diseases that have this long-distance dispersal capability,” said Mundt. “We don’t have the scientific manpower to create detailed models of every potential epidemic. So a generalized set of control strategies would be vital in policy planning during the early stages of an outbreak.”

Mundt, a professor in OSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences, is partnering with scientists from Kansas State University, North Carolina State University and two universities in England on the five-year project, which is being funded by several organizations.

As people and pathogens move freely around a warming world, pandemic diseases increasingly threaten public health and global economies, according to the National Science Foundation, one of the project’s funding agencies. The World Health Organization calls infectious-disease epidemics “contemporary health catastrophes.”

For 15 years Mundt and his OSU colleagues have been studying stripe rust, a fast-spreading fungal disease that damages wheat, in experiments on commercial farms in central Oregon’s Jefferson County.

The new study will incorporate findings from this ongoing work. Mundt and his team will also analyze data from two real-life 2001 epidemics: foot-and-mouth disease in Britain, caused by a virus; and sudden oak death, which started in California and spread to southern Oregon. That disease is transmitted by a water mold called Phytophthora ramorum.

The researchers will also study historical outbreaks of animal and human viral diseases spread by insects, such as West Nile, Rift Valley fever and Japanese encephalitis. Finally, they will use modeling and field experiments to test strategies for controlling epidemics, including vaccination, drug therapy, quarantines, and eradicating of host organisms around centers of infection.

Pathogens that can disperse over long distances are dubbed “fat-tailed” organisms, said Mundt – a reference to the shape of their spread pattern on a graph. A fat-tailed curve, he explained, looks like a hill with a long tapering slope off to the right. The taper represents the rapid movement of the disease “front” through space over time.

In contrast, the curve of a slower disease, like measles, looks more like a hill without the tapering slope. The downhill plunge represents the disease’s decline with distance at a constant, linear rate.

It’s been assumed, Mundt said, that most epidemics follow the same linear pattern as measles. “But that wasn’t what I was seeing in my stripe-rust experiments.” Instead, the outbreaks accelerated as they pushed out from the epicenter, and the larger the initial infection site, the faster the acceleration rate.

Mundt and his OSU team have also experimented with control techniques to curb the spread of stripe rust, including ring culling – eradicating the host organism (in this case, the wheat) in a ring around the infection to halt its spread.

“There’s been a lot of interest in how big that ring should be,” Mundt said. “Our field studies and modeling are both suggesting that what matters more is how quickly you get on it. That’s because of that accelerating disease front.”

The foot-and-mouth epidemic in Britain was halted by ring culling, he said, but it was a drastic and controversial measure, resulting in the slaughter of some 4 million head of livestock.

Foresters in southern Oregon also used ring culling to slow the spread of sudden oak death, cutting and burning trees and shrubs around centers of infection.

“If what we’re seeing is correct,” Mundt said, “it tells us we will need to put more effort into initial surveillance and containment of these fat-tailed organisms, so we can perhaps avoid drastic measures later.”

The research is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture in collaboration with the National Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health and the U.K.’s Biotechnology and Biological Services Research Council.

Communities are changing for better

By Becky Vogt, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Department of Agricultural Economics Rural Nebraskans gave positive ratings to their communities, while optimism about the expected change in their community has increased over the past five years, the 2015 Nebraska Rural Poll shows.

Over the past 20 years, more rural Nebraskans have generally believed their town or city has changed for the better during the past year compared with those who believed it changed for the worse. This has been especially true in the past four years, when the gap between these two opinions widened.

A similar trend is reflected in a question about how they believe their community will be in 10 years. The proportion believing it will be better has steadily increased in the past five years, from 20 percent in 2011 to 26 percent this year.

The proportion believing it will be worse place has declined from 24 percent in 2011 to 18 percent this year.

“Optimism is important for the success of both individuals and communities,” said Randy Cantrell, rural sociologist with the Nebraska Rural Futures Institute. “Those who believe that things are getting better and will continue to do so are more likely to invest the time and resources needed to actually make things better.”

Also: • Most rated their community as friendly (76 percent), trusting (64 percent) and supportive (67 percent).

• Fifty-five percent said it would be difficult to leave their community, while 30 percent said it would be easy.

• Sixty-one percent disagreed that their community is powerless to control its future.

Community size played a role in respondents’ views. Residents of larger towns were more likely to say it has changed for the better during the past year and will be a better place to live 10 years from now. Forty-three percent of those living in or near cities with populations of 10,000 or more said their community has changed for the better during the past year, compared with 20 percent who live in or near towns with fewer than 500 people. Similarly, 37 percent living in or near the largest communities believed their town or city will be a better place to live 10 years from now, compared with 13 percent of those living in or near the smallest towns.

Residents of larger towns were also more likely than those in smaller ones to disagree that their community is powerless to control its own future. Sixty-four percent living in or near towns of 1,000 or more people disagreed that their community is powerless to control its future, compared with 53 percent living in or near towns of 500 to 999 people.

Twenty-three percent of those living in or near the smallest towns agreed that it is powerless to control its own future.

However, residents of smaller towns were more likely to say it would be difficult to leave. “People living in larger communities had more favorable views of both recent changes and the outlook for the future,” said Cheryl Burkhart-Kriesel, associate professor and Nebraska Extension community vitality specialist. “They also report relatively higher levels of satisfaction with what typically is a greater variety of services and resources found in larger places.

However, people living in smaller communities are more likely to report strong, local social and economic bonds, making leaving difficult.”

The Nebraska Rural Poll also found: • Except for a few services that are largely unavailable in rural areas, respondents were generally satisfied with basic community services and amenities.

• However, the proportion of rural Nebraskans satisfied with many social services and entertainment services has decreased across all nineteen years of the study. Declines in satisfaction levels across all 19 years are seen with nursing home care, medical care services, senior centers, mental health services, entertainment, retail shopping and restaurants.

• Only 7 percent said they were planning to move from their community in the next year. Ten percent were uncertain and 84 percent had no plans to move. Of those who were planning to move, 53 percent planned to leave Nebraska.

Less than one-half planned to remain in the state, with 13 percent planning to move to the Lincoln or Omaha areas and 34 percent planning to move to another part of the state. ##### As far back as 1000 A.D., Native American Indians raised turkeys for food. Aztec Indians in Mexico were raising them as early as 200 B.C.

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ANTIQUE TRACTORS

1944 John Deere Model A 2 cylinder, 33 PTO hp. #16003965................. $1650 “ATTENTION COLLECTORS” parts machine, Fordson 2WD tractor. #16003413............................... $1500

1976 John Deere 8630 Sound Gard cab, 3 hydraulic remotes, 20.8x34 dual tires. #16003777. (4)........................$18,500

JOHN DEERE ROW CROP - 100 hp. plus

2012 John Deere 8360R 360 hp with Intel power management, IVT transmission, 60 gpm hydraulic pump, 4 hydraulic remotes, premium Commandview II cab, AutoTrac ready, dual beam radar sensor, 1000 PTO, 3-pt. hitch, 710/70R42 rear dual tires, ILS front axle with 480/70R34 dual tires and fenders, HID lighting, wheel weights. #16003845. (4).............................Call Rental Return Save Thousands!!!!!!

2010 John Deere 8295R 295 hp, 16x4 powershift, 85CC/60gpm hydraulic pump, 5 hydraulic remotes, Deluxe Commandview cab with active seat, deluxe radio package, AutoTrac ready plug & play, dual beam radar sensor, 480/80R46 rear tires, 420/90R30 front tires with fenders, wheel weights, cold weather package, foot speed control, FM business antenna, JD 843 loader, 9-ft. bucket. #16003941. (3)..$202,500 Rental Return Save Thousands!!!!!!

2012 John Deere 7280R 280 hp with Intel power management, IVT transmission, 63CC/43 gpm hydraulic pump, 5 hydraulic remotes, rear 540/1000 PTO, rear Cat. 3 3-pt. hitch, front 1000 PTO, front Cat. 3 3-pt. hitch, Michelin 650/85R38 rear tires, 600/70R30 front tires with ILS suspension and active command steering, air/hydraulic trailer braking, 7” color display, joystick control, foot throttle, electric mirrors. #16003984. (3).................... $202,000

2008 John Deere 8430 FWA, 280 engine hp, 16F/4R powershift transmission, 44 gpm hydraulic pump, 4 hydraulic remotes, 1000 PTO, Cat. III 3-point hitch, 480/80R50 dual rear tires, 480/85R34 front tires with fender, AutoTrak ready, front & rear weights, JD H480 loader. #16013008. (3).................... $160,000

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

2013 John Deere 7230R 230 engine hp, 1890 PTO hp, IVT transmission, 540/1000 PTO, Cat. III 3-point hitch, 320/85R38 rear tires, triple link front axle with 320/85R38 front tires, fenders, 85cc hydraulic pump, 5 hydraulic remotes, premium cab, air, heater, AM/FM/Satelite stereo, HID lighting package, electric mirrors, business band antenna, foot throttle, 2465 lbs on each rear axle, cold weather start, JD H480 loader, bucket, 5-tine grapple fork. #16013019. (3)............ $220,000

2013 John Deere 6210R FWA, 210 hp, IVT transmission, 540/1000 PTO, 3-point hitch, 480/80R46 rear tires, triple link suspension front axle, 420/90R30 front tires, fenders, Greenstar AutoTrak ready, premium plus cab, cold weather package, 1058 lbs weights per rear axle, AM/FM/Satellite radio, JD H380 loader, bucket, grapple fork. #16013022 (1)............. $180,000 2007 John Deere 7930 FWA, 180 PTO hp, IVT transmission, 45 gpm hydraulic pump, 3 hydraulic remotes, 540/1000 PTO, 3-point hitch, AutoTrak ready plub & play, 520/85R42 rear tires with 1400 lbs weights, heavy duty front axle with TLS, 420/90R30 tires with fenders, HID lights, AM/FM/CD stereo, RH & LH electric mirrors, JD 741 loader, bucket, 5-tine grapple fork. #16013013.

(1)........................................ $147,000

2012 John Deere 7215R 215 hp, IVT transmission, 43 gpm hydraulic pump, 3 hydraulic remotes, triple link suspension, 420/90R30 front tires with fenders, 620/70R42 rear tires with 1400 lbs. weights, XM satellite radio, HID lighting, cold weather package, H480 loader, bucket, 5-tine grapple fork, joystick control. #16013029. (3). ............................................ $196,000

2015 John Deere 6150R FWA, 150 engine hp, 20 speed AutoQuad plus, 3 hydraulic remotes, 520/85R42 rear tires with weights, triple link suspension plus, 420/90R30 front tires with fenders, 540/1000 PTO, Cat. III 3-point hitch, premium cab, Greenstar ready, cold start package, H360 loader, bucket, grapple fork. Only 40 hours. 5 year - 3000 hour drive train PowerGard. #16013027. (1).......... $163,500 2003 John Deere 7420 115 PTO hp, FWA, 3 hydraulic remotes, IVT transmission, 96” rear axle, 480/80R42 rear tires, 380/85R30 front tires with fenders, deluxe cab, air ride seat, AM/FM/ Weatherband radio, cold weather package, rear tire weights, 741 self leveling loader, bucket, grapple fork. #16013024. (4)...................... $71,500 1997 John Deere 7810 FWA, 150 PTO hp, 16x16 PowerQuad transmission with left hand reverser, 3 hydraulic remotes, 540/1000 PTO, Cat 3 3-pt. hitch, 18.4x42 rear tires, 14.9x30 front with fenders, rear wheel weights, deluxe cab, foot throttle, cold weather package, JD 741 loader, bucket, grapple fork. #16004000. (1)...$75,000

COMPANY TRAILER

After Hours Sales:

JOHN DEERE

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 Circle: Mike Haynie, Salesman, 406-939-5994; Ole Rolandson, Salesman, 406-974-2144; Culbertson: Mike Kjos, 406-489-7277; Luke Anderson, Salesman 406-478-3118

2006 Muvall 4860FT single drop, tandem axle 48-ft. x 102” trailer with fold out extensions, beaver tail, winch, 255/70R22.5 tires..................................$32,000

(R) 1989 John Deere 4455 MFWD, 142 PTO hp, powershift transmission, cab, air conditioning, heater, 3 hydraulic remotes, 540/1000 PTO, JD 280 loader, bucket, grapple fork, “Major Reconditioning”. #16003972. (2)........ .............................................. $63,500 2010 John Deere 7330 MFWD, 125 PTO hp, 20/20 Auto Quad transmission, 540/1000 PTO, Cat 2 3-pt. hitch, premium cab, cornerpost exhaust, air ride seat, AM/FM weatherband radio, 480/8R42 rear tires, 380/85R30 front tires, JD 741 loader, bucket, 5-tine grapple fork, 3-way joystick control. #16003982. (2).................... $124,500

CASE IH ROW CROP - 100 hp. plus

2009 Case IH Maxxum 140 Pro MFD, 120 PTO hp, CVT transmission, 3 hydraulic remotes, 540/1000 PTO, Cat. 2 3-pt. hitch, 480/80R42 rear tires, 380/85R30 front tires, cab, air conditioning, heater, CIH 750 loader, bucket, grapple fork. #16003993. (2)...................... $75,000

UTILITY TRACTORS 40-100 hp

2014 John Deere 5115M MFWD, 100 PTO hp, IT4 diesel engine, power reverser transmission, 540 PTO, Cat. 2 3-pt. hitch, triple mid & rear hydraulic remotes, deluxe cab with air ride seat, cornerpost exhaust, mirrors, cold start package, JD H260 loader. #16013009.

(1)...............................Arriving Soon 2014 John Deere 5115M MFWD, 100 PTO hp, IT4 diesel engine, power reverser transmission, 540 PTO, Cat. 2 3-pt. hitch, triple mid & rear hydraulic remotes, deluxe cab with air ride seat, mirrors, cornerpost exhaust, cold start package, JD H260 loader. “Only 100 Hours”. #16013010. (1).Arriving Soon

COMPACT TRACTORS 1-40 hp

2012 John Deere 3520 FWA, 30 PTO hp, 37 engine hp, hydro transmission, 43x16-20R4 rear tires, 27x8.5R4 front tire, mid & rear 540 PTO, Cat. I 3-point hitch, 1 rear hydraulic remote. “Only 85 hours.” #16007524. (1).......... $26,500

2014 John Deere 3032E MFWD, 31 engine hp, hydro transmission, 1519.5R4 Ind. rear tires, 25x8.50 R4 Ind. front tires, 540 PTO, Cat. 1 3-pt. hitch, JD D160 loader, bucket. “Only 20 Hours”. #16013003. (4).... $22,500

1953 Ford NAA 32 hp, 2WD, loader, bucket, 3-pt. blade (needs clutch work).

(1)............................................ $3250

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TILLAGE

AIR SEEDERS

Up to 5 years 0% INTEREST available With qualifying down payment or trade equity - o.a.c.

AIR HOE DRILL 2014 Salford I-2141 41-ft. independent series cultivator, 3 section, 71/2” spacing, 22”x13 wave on front two - 22”x8 wave on last 3 ranks on 15/8” coil shank, 8 bolt 305/70 x R22.5 recap truck on main frame 28’ – 41’, Cat 4 articulating implement hitch, 31 weights, axle pivot grease bank-3 section, “Rental Return”. #14200999 (3). Was $121,000.............. ...............$$$ Rental Return Save $$$

2012 Summers “Rental” 50-ft. super coulter. #13011076..................................... ............. $$$ Rental Return Save $$$

2009 John Deere 1835 SFP 61-ft.x10” air drill, 550# trip, 3-rank, dry fertilizer delivery, 4x22” steel press, smooth gauge wheel, cast fertilizer closing wheels, 31L & 33L dual main frame, PSTV depth control, transport lowering stop, rock guards, primary blockage seed and fertilizer, less tools. #16005279.

(3)....................................... $149,000

AIR SEEDERS

RENTAL UNITS AVAILABLE

2003 Flexi-Coil 5000 45-ft., 12” spacing, all run blockage, semi-pneumatic packers, 4” carbide points with 2340 tow between cart with 230 bushel capacity, 60/40 split, variable rate, semi hopper. #16005334. (3)..$36,000

AIR CART

2010 John Deere 1890 42-ft. no-till air drill, 10” spacing, single shoot, primary hoses blockage warning system, extended wear seed boot, 31x13.5-15 hi flotation tires, narrow gauge wheels with 1910 tow between cart, 350 bushel, full liquid system with RT2600 liquid cart complete. #16005313. (4).. ............................................$128,500

2005 Bourgault L6450 3-tank leading air seed, 10” hydraulic assist load/unload auger. #16005359. (1)........... $56,000

CONVENTIONAL DRILLS New Mandako 50-ft. land roller with 42” drum and 5/8” wall, hydraulic floating hitch, dual hydraulic rear wheel steering. #14201025 (2)..................$52,950

1998 John Deere 1820 45-ft., 7.5” spacing, single shoot, 3” steel packer wheels, 1900 270 bushel tow between cart. #16005305. (3).............. $62,000 2005 Bourgault 5710 54-ft. with 6550 trailing tank, 10” spacing, double shoot on shank, new meter boxes. #16005331.

(1)........................................ $135,000 2005 Bourgault 5710 53-ft., 10” row spacing, 450 lb trips, square seed boots, speed lock adapters, mid-row II banders, double shoot air system. #16005207. (1)...................... $35,000

2002 Flexi-Coil 5000 51-ft., 9” spacing, steel press wheels, single shoot, narrow carbide points with 2340 tow between cart, drill can be broken down to 39-ft.. #16005326. (3)........ $45,000 2004 Case IH ATX6012 62-ft., 12” spacing, disc levelers, 5-section, rubber tire packers, Fargo-air 3350 tow behind tank with added 3rd tank. #16005351.

(1).......................................... $62,000

2004 John Deere 1890 no-till, 42-ft., 7.5” spacing, 4.5” smooth gauge wheel, 1910-270 bushel tow between air cart, 8” load-unload auger. #16005364.

(1)..........................................$80,000

2014 Rem 36-ft. harrow cart, Delta 625 section 6x8, hydraulic wing lift. #16004088.

(1)............................................$12,250

2004 Bourgault 5710 40-ft., 10” spacing, double shoot, mid row banders with 5350 tow behind cart, 491 monitor.

“Only 24,500 acres”. #16005348. (3). .............................................. $79,000

Case/IH 4012 40-ft., 12” spacing, single shoot with Case/IH 2300 tank, “New” carbide tips”. #16005357. (4).$35,000

AIR DISC DRILL

Case IH 496 28-ft. disc. #16004085. (4).... ................................................$15,000

GRAIN VACS 2004 Bourgault 5710 54-ft. hoe drill, 10” spacing, double shoot, mid row banders, 3.5” steel packers, 450# trips, 3/4 tips, 1.5” shank upgrade, 5350 tow behind cart. #16005321 (2)... $69,000

“DEMONSTRATOR SPECIAL” 2015 John Deere 1890 60-ft. no-till, 7.5” spacing, single shoot, all run blockage with 2015 John Deere 1910-430 bushel tow between air seeder cart, 3-tank, single shoot. #12005238........ ........ $$$$ SAVE THOUSANDS $$$$

2012 Rem 3700. #16006799........ $35,000

2008 Rem high capacity, up to 10,000 bushels per hour load out capacity. #16009253. (1)...................... $19,995

2013 Bourgault 3710 60-ft., 10” spacing, low disc scraper, MRB3 with closer tine, blockage monitor, double shoot, single run, no clnr wheel, 4.5” ext should packers with 6700ST tank, double shoot, 4-tank metering package, dual fan, bag lift system, 650/75R34 duals, steel augers with Bourgault 591 monitor. #16005285.... ........... $$$ Rental Return SAVE $$$ 2009 Bourgault 3710 60-ft., “No-Till” independent coulter disc, 10” spacing, mid-row banders, 4.5” semi-pneumatic packer wheels, narrow 3” cleaner wheel, double shoot, Bourgault 6550 tow behind 4-tank car. #16005350.

(1)........................................ $210,000

John Deere 9450 30-ft. drills, 7” spacing, Acra points, fertilizer box, transport. #16005362. (1)...................... $17,500

1993 John Deere 9400 40-ft. drills, 10” spacing, 4” solid press wheels, spring trip openers with transport hitch. #16005356. (4)...................... $18,500

John Deere 9400 30-ft. drills, 10-ft., 10” spacing, solid press wheels, transport. #16005363. (4)...................... $14,000

HAY PROCESSING

CORN PLANTER

1993 John Deere 7300 corn planter, 30” spacing, 6 row. #16005270... $12,500

SKID STEER 2006 Flexi-Coil 5500 70-ft., 10” spacing, 550# trips, 1”x2” C shanks, flotation tires, double shoot air system, primary optical blockage on seed run, 3.5” steel packers wheels, Dutch low draft paired row carbide tips with 2002 Flexi-Coil 2340 tow behind variable rate meter drive, dual fan, 8” auger with air seeder hopper with 2007 NH SC430 leading cart, 430 bushel 3 compartment, variable rate drive metering system, 10-ft. auger, 18.4x28 R1 duals, dual fan. #16005309. (1)............... $99,000

2011 John Deere 1890 60-ft. no-till air disc drill, 7.5” spacing, primary blockage with 1910, 350 bushel tow behind cart, 8-run single shoot, reg meter roller, powered calibration, cane & rice tires, dual wheel caster beam, 10” auger, variable rate. #16005272. (3).$210,500

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) Check out our website: www.fesmt.com

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2004 John Deere 1895 43-ft., 10” spacing, double shoot, cast fertilizer closing wheel, extended wear seed boot, dry fertilizer delivery tube, double shoot, narrow gauge wheel with 1910 430 bushel air cart. #16005337. (4).......... ............................................$145,000

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 Circle: Mike Haynie, Salesman, 406-939-5994; Ole Rolandson, Salesman, 406-974-2144; Culbertson: Mike Kjos, 406-489-7277; Luke Anderson, Salesman 406-478-3118

2012 John Deere 320D EH joystick controls, 2 speed transmission, 12x16.5 tire hauler, hydraulic cir self, 2” seat belt with shoulder strap, power quik tach, cab with heat, defrost & air, air suspension seat, reversing fan drive, horn, cold start package, chrome exhaust, single set counterweights, rear view mirror, 76” heavy duty construction bucket with edge. #16008074. (1)..............$39,500

2014 Highline CFR651 bale processor, 3 remote, top deflector, end curtain. #14201029. (1)........................$23,500

AG MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS GLOBAL GUIDANCE

John Deere 0900PC Starfire receiver, SF1. #16012039. (1)........................... $1500 2008 John Deere 0900PC Starfire ITC receiver. #16012296. (3)............ $1450

2007 Haybuster 2650 bale processor. #16006947. (1)........................$15,000

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PICKUP HEADERS

COMBINES

Up to 5 years 0% INTEREST available With qualifying down payment or trade equity - o.a.c.

2014 John Deere 615P 15-ft. with 179” BPU. #120022242. (4).............$33,500 1996 John Deere 914P 14-ft., Dial-ASpeed reel control. #16002588. (1)..... ...................................................$7500

SWATHERS

GRAIN CART 2010 John Deere A400 cab, air, 480/80R38 tires, HID lighting, 18-ft. 896 auger header, conditioner. #16016001. (3).... ................................................$92,000

ROTARY

(R) = “Reconditioned”

(R) 2013 John Deere S670 premium cab, XM radio, HID lighting, Auto Trac ready, 7” GS3 color Touchscreen Command center, 3 speed electric shift transmission, extended wear thick skin rotor, separator tines & rotor top cover, 350 bushel grain tank, 26-ft. high speed unloading auger, fine cut straw chopper, 800/70R38 drive tires, 28L-26 steering tires. 5 year 3000 hour factory PowerGard warranty remains. #16001466. (4)................................... .Rental Return SAVE Thousands!!!!

(R) 2013 John Deere S670 premium cab, XM radio, HID lighting, Auto Trac ready, 7” GS3 color Touchscreen Command center, 3 speed electric shift transmission, extended wear thick skin rotor, separator tines & rotor top cover, 350 bushel grain tank, 26-ft. high speed unloading auger, fine cut straw chopper, 800/70R38 drive tires, 28L-26 steering tires. 5 year 3000 hour factory PowerGard warranty remains. #16001463. (4)...................................

Rental Return SAVE Thousands!!!!

2012 John Deere S670 premium cab, HID lighting, AutoTrac ready, 7” GS3 touch screen color display, 3 speed hydro, heavy duty thick skin rotors, heavy duty torque variable speed laterial tilt feederhouse with reverser, 2 speed fine cut chopper, 800/70R38 front tires with 6.5” spacers, 28L-26 rear tires, 26-ft. high output unloading auger, 5 year 3000 hour JD PowrGard warranty remaining. #16001505. (4)...........Call 2006 John Deere 9860STS 2WD, small grain, singles, chopper, lateral tilt feederhouse, ATU, 22.5” unloading auger, Dial-A-Speed header control, hydraullic fore & aft, fine cut chopper with chaff spreader, Contour Master, heavy duty variable speed feederhouse, 800/65R32 R1 drive tires, service lights with alternator, header height resume, sensing & float, small wire concave, hopper topper. #16001493. (2).................... $198,000 (R) 2011 John Deere “4WD” 9770STS 3 speed hydro, premium header control, Touchset automatic combine adjust, Contour Master feederhouse, bullet rotor, with high capacity 22.5-ft. unloading system, fine cut wide spread straw chopper. #16001308. (1).......... .Rental Return SAVE Thousands!!!!

2010 John Deere 9770STS 2WD, duals, lateral tilt feederhouse, general purpose chaffer, Contour Master, heavy duty variable speed feeder house, 600/65R38 R1W steering tires, sidehill cleaning shoe package, small wire concave, 20.8R-38 dual drive tires, 3.15” header lift cylinder, 26’ unloading auger, hydraulic fore & aft reel control, Zenon lighting, chopper with power tailboard, 1230 separator hours. #16001544. (3).................... $169,000

AUGER HEADERS

1998 John Deere 930R 30-ft., slat reel, level land, HD skid plates, Dial-A-Speed reel control. #16002454. (4).......$8900 1990 John Deere 930R 30-ft., batt reel. #16002324. (1)...........................$7800 1996 John Deere 925 25-ft. rigid header, fore/aft, Dial-A-Speed reel control, 30-ft. slat reel, level land. #16002368. (1)..... ...................................................$2500

CORN HEADS

2013 John Deere 612C (12) row, 30”, opposed knife stalk row, AutoTrac Rowsense. sensors. #16002446. (4)... ................................................$83,500 2012 John Deere 612C 30” spacing, 12 row, opposed knife stalk, AutoTrac Rowsense. #16002448. (2).....$75,000 2012 John Deere 612C 30” spacing, 12 row, opposed knife stalk row, AutoTrac Rowsense sensors. #16002447. (2).... ................................................$75,000

(R) 2009 John Deere 9770STS Premier 2012 John Deere T670 “Conventional”, 2-New Brent 1082 1000 bushels, 20” corner 2005 MacDon 9352I with 972 25-ft. draper auger, 1-3/4” 1000 PTO, 500 bushel cab, level land variable speed feederpremium cab, easy to operate controls, header, steel conditioner. #16016008. unload rate, 200 hp required, 900/60x32 house, high capacity feederhouse GS3 Command Center touch display, (1)............................................$49,500 tires, scale, Weather Guard roll tarp. cylinder, deluxe header controls, 3 speed electric shift transmission, Each.......................................... $54,500 small wire concave, regular chafdual range 26” cylinder, 8-wing beater, fer, 800/65R-32 drivers, 18.4/26 extra-fine cut straw chopper, JD link & steering tires, 1365 separator hours. farm site ready, 345 separator hours. #16001516. (4).................... $206,500 #16001527. (1).............................Call 2008 John Deere 9770STS yield monitor, (R) 1993 John Deere 9600, 260 hp, Dialheavy duty variable speed Contour A-Speed reel control, hydraulic fore/ Master feeder house, 800/70R38 drive aft, 20-ft. unloading auger, 30.5x32 tires, 28L-26 steering tires, fine cut drive tires, 14.9x24 steering tires, straw chopper, chaff spreader, 22’5” straw spreader. #16001470. (2).........

1998 MacDon 9300 with MacDon 920 16-ft. high speed unloading auger, xenon .............................................. $27,500 header, steel on steel conditioner rolls. lighting package. #16001508.$153,500 1983 John Deere 8820 30.5x32 tires, #16006969. (1)........................$39,000 (R) 2004 John Deere 9760STS combine, chopper, chaff spreader. #16001482.

3 position header height control, Har(4).......................$12,500 FOB/Circle vest Doc, Touchset concave adjust2012 Brent 1394 Avalanch 1300 bushel DRAPER HEADERS ment, 22.5-ft. high capacity unloading capacity, walking tandem axles, tarp, system, twin disk straw spreader, 2014 John Deere 635D 35-ft., finger reel, scale, 250 hp minimum hp requirement.

18.4R-42 dual drive tires, 18.4R-26 transportation kit. #16002598. (1)........ #16010063. (1).......................... $72,500 steering tires, HID lighting. #16001413. ................................................$64,500 (4)........................................ $128,000 2012 John Deere 635D 35-ft., pickup reel, (R) 2001 John Deere 9750STS varitransportation package. #16002443.

1998 John Deere 4890 diesel engine, able speed feederhouse, Greenstar (4)............................................$48,000 hydro, cab, air, 18.4x26 tires, 16-ft. monitor with yield, deluxe header 2011 John Deere 640D 40-ft., pickup reel, auger header with rubber conditioner controls, 20-ft. unloading auger, fine road transport with lights. #16002396. rolls. #16006986. (4).............. $38,000 cut chopper, 800/65R32 drive tires (4)............................................$61,500 2001 Hesston 1275 16-ft. mower condiand 16.9x26 steering tires, buddy seat, 2011 John Deere 635D 35-ft., poly tine tioner, steel conditioners, 1000 PTO. engine heater, AM/FM/CASS/WB, in pickup reel, road transport with lights. #16006976. (1)......................... $9500 cab draper control, service lights, 4-ft. #16002369. (1)........................$49,500 2014 John Deere conditioner with feed axle spacers. #16001440. (1)............. 2011 John Deere 635D 35-ft., road transkit for 425D MacDon draper header.

1987 Ficklin 600 bushel grain cart. .............................................. $78,500 port with lights. #16002349. (1).$46,000 #16009948. (1)........................$16,500 #16009242. (1)............................. $6500 2011 John Deere 635D 35-ft., pickup reel, CONVENTIONAL/WALKER road transport kit, lights. #16002347.

MISCELLANEOUS (Bale your Straw!!)

(1)............................................$46,000 (R) 2014 John Deere T670 “Conven- 2010 John Deere 635D 35-ft., finger reel, tional combine”, premium cab, easy transportation kit. #16002421. (3)........ to operate controls, GS3 Touch display ................................................$48,000 command center, 3 speed electric 2009 John Deere 635D 35-ft., double shift transmission, dual range 26” sickle, gauge wheels, pickup reel, 2014 CPI, DL990 fuel trailer, 900 gallon cylinder, rear 8 wing beater, extra fine diesel tank, 90 gallon DEF tank, drawer hydraulic fore & aft, single point hookup cut chopper, laterial tilt feeder house, package, JD compressor-generator, 2014 John Deere BW16005 96” Global transportation system. #16002260......

800/65R32 drive tires, 540/65R30 high volume bucket, fits H340 & H360 electric start, 50-ft. x 1/2” hose reel, Fill................................................$45,000 steering tires, JD link & Farm Site loaders. #16010058.................... $3200 Rite diesel fuel pump. #14201026........

2000 John Deere 936D road transport with ready. #16001528................ $313,000 ................................................$32,000 John Deere BW15919 8-ft. bucket off H380 lights, poly tin pickup reel. #16002390.

(R) 2014 John Deere T670 “Convenloader. #14402202. (1)............... $1575 (1)............................................$19,000 tional combine”, premium cab, easy Grouser 14-ft., 6 way dozer blade, mounts to operate controls, GS3 Touch display 2010 Honey Bee SP42 42-ft.draper header on John Deere 30-50 Series 4WD. with double knife, UII pickup reel, transcommand center, 3 speed electric shift #16009235. (1)........................... $5000 portation kit, JD adapter. #16002456. transmission, dual range 26” cylinder, (1). . ..........................................$48,000 rear 8 wing beater, extra fine cut straw FERTILIZER SPREADER chopper, lateral tilt feeder house, 2009 Honey Bee 42-ft., with JD adapt- 2015 Hygrade 1600RS 16-ft. rear steer er, pickup reel, transport system.

800/65R32 drive tires and 540/65R30 grader, pull-type. #14201051... $23,000 #16002440. (3)........................$41,500 steering tires with John Deere link & 2015 Hygrade 1400RS 14-ft. rear steer, pull-type grader. #14201050...$21,000 Farm Site ready. #16001529.............. 2007 Honey Bee 422 42-ft. draper header with pickup reel, transportation kit and 2015 Hygrade 1400RS 14-ft. rear steer pull............................................ $313,000 John Deere adapter. #16002441. ....... type grader with weight. #14201049....

FLEX HEADERS ................................................$39,500 ................................................$21,000 2014 New Leader L3030G4 fertilizer 2013 John Deere 640FD 40-ft., pickup reel, Honey Bee 36-ft., pickup reel, transport, Degelman 16-ft. dozer, hydraulic lift, mounts box, conversion kit, fits JD 4920 cross auger, automatic header flight JD 9600 hook up. #16002601. (4)........ for JD 9320 4WD tractor. #16010061.. through 4940 commercial sprayers. sensing. #16002409................$86,500 ................................................$18,500 ................................................$19,000 #14201021............................ $56,000 2013 John Deere 640FD 40-ft., pickup reel. 2003 MacDon 963 36-ft., pickup reel, #16002576. (4)........................$81,500 transportation kit, 60 Series JD adapter.

2013 John Deere 635F 35-ft., composite #16002193..............................$21,000 auger fingers. #16002431.......$41,000 2012 John Deere 635F 35-ft. pickup reel. #16002327..............................$36,000 2011 John Deere 635F 35-ft., auger composite fingers. #16002336. (1).............. ................................................$37,000 2009 John Deere 635 35-ft., finger reel.

2005 John Deere 741 8-ft. loader bucket, 2013 New Leader L3030G4 John Deere #16002386..............................$23,500 mounts for 20 or 30 series tractor, 3rd 11-ft. 409 spreader box, TR1000 New www.fesmt.com 2006 John Deere 635F 35-ft., finger reel. function valve, no 3rd function lines or Leader trailer. #14200917................... #16002237..............................$22,500 joystick. #16010051. (1).............. $9900 .Rental Return SAVE Thousands $$$ 2006 John Deere 635F 35-ft., pickup reel, composite fingers, high stone dam. #16002264..............................$22,500 406-228-2496 or 800-428-2496 Glasgow, MT (1) 2004 John Deere 635F auger composite fingers. #16002271. (4)...........$13,250 406-765-1531 or 800-443-9447 Plentywood, MT (2) 2004 John Deere 635F auger composite 406-485-2145 or 800-521-5800 Circle, MT (4) fingers, HH sensing & Contour sensor. #16002243. (3)........................$16,950 406-787-6201 Culbertson, MT (3) 2006 John Deere 630F 30-ft., pickup reel.

Check out our website: www.fesmt.com #16002573..............................$20,500 2013 MacDon FD75 45-ft. flex draper. #16002580..............................$79,500 After Hours Sales: 2012 MacDon FD70 45-ft. flex draper, Glasgow: Mike Johnson, Salesman 406-263-2501; Rob Campbell, Salesman 406-942-0543; gauge wheels. #16002578. (1).............

Wade Engstrom AMS/Commercial Sprayer Specialist 406-263-2498; Coel Stutheit 406-263-2494 ................................................$66,500 2011 MacDon FD70 45-ft. flex draper, Circle: Mike Haynie, Salesman, 406-939-5994; Ole Rolandson, Salesman, 406-974-2144; transport kit. #16002579.........$69,000 JOHN DEERE Culbertson: Mike Kjos, 406-489-7277; Luke Anderson, Salesman 406-478-3118 2001 Agco Gleaner 800 30-ft. flex header. #16002182. (1)........................$12,000

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2014 John Deere R4038 self-propelled, radio, tier 4 engine, SS eductor, 120ft. booms, wheel slip control, boom air purge, Xenon HID field lighting, radar, full ams, fence row nozzles. #16014186. (1).............................Call

2014 John Deere R4038 self-propelled, 3000 receiver, SF1 activation, JD section control, radio, 9.0L tier 4 engine, 420/80R46, SS eductor, 120-ft. booms, 15” nozzles, wheel slip control, boom air purge, Xenon HID field lighting. #16014197. (4).................... $335,000

(R) 2014 John Deere 4940 self-propelled, Starfire 3000 receiver, SF1 activation, JD section control, deluxe Command View cab, radio, Interim Tier IV 9.0L engine, 480/80R50 Goodyear tires, high flotation solution pump, stainless eductor delivery, 120-ft. booms, BoomTrac auto level system, wheel slip control, row crop fenders, HID Xenon lights. #16014185. (1)............. ............ $$$ Rental Return Save $$$

2007 John Deere 4930 commercial, 1200 gallon tank, 120-ft. booms with BoomTrac Pro automatic leveling system, 480/80R50 tires, fenders, Greenstar GS2 display, AutoTrac ready, auto air spring level system, HID Xenon lighting. #16014111. (1)............. $173,500

2005 Top Air TA1600 90-ft. suspended boom, 1600 gallon tank 380/90R46 tires, triple nozzles bodies. #16014171.

(4).......................................... $21,500

2008 John Deere 4830 90-ft., boom leveling, 20” nozzle spacing, traction control, 80 mesh strainer, hydraulic tread adjust, row crop fenders, 50 gallon foam marker, standard flow solution pump, stainless steel eductor system, traction control, fence row nozzle right hand, strainers, stainless steel tank with 3” fill, radar speed sensor, auto air spring level system, wheel motor shields, halogen field lighting, 380/90R46 fronts, BoomTrac Pro 3 series, deluxe cab. #16014181. (4).... ............................................ $184,000

2012 Summers Ultimate 133-ft., 1650 gallon, Norac boom height, duals, JD section control. #16014191. (1).......... .............................................. $48,000

2005 Summers Ultimate 120-ft. suspended boom, 1500 gallon tank, Norac boom height system. #16014194. (4).. .............................................. $33,000

2007 John Deere 4720 90-ft., stainless tank, hydraulic tread adjust, Guidance ready, 20” nozzle spacing, on board air system - 50 gallon, AutoTrac, strainers, radar speed sensor, row crop fenders, high flow solution pump, 380/105R50 tires, below horizontal cylinders, boom return to height, belly shields, 800 gallon tank. #16014199. (3)..... $129,000

2012 John Deere 4940 480/80R50 tires, high flotation solution pump, JD link ultimate-1 YR, SS eductor delivery system, 120-ft. booms, 20” nozzles, BoomTrac auto level system, inject foam markers, wheel slip control, Xenon HID lighting, RH & LH fence row nozzles, row crop fenders. #16014146.

(3)....................................... $284,500 2011 Top Air TA2400 132-ft. suspended boom, 2400 gallon tank, 480-80R50 duals, Powerglide auto height, Raven 4400 monitor, Greenleaf nozzles. #16014161. (1)...................... $69,500

2011 John Deere 4940 480/80R50 tires, SS eductor delivery system, 120-ft. booms, 2630 display with AutoTrac SF1 software & section control, inject foam marker, wheel slip control, Xenon HID field lighting, radar speed sensor, row crop fenders, ultra low sprayer tips. #16014176. (3).................... $286,500

New Top Air TA1600 120-ft. booms, 20” quad 10 section, chemical inductor-15 gallon, fence row nozzle, Raven ISO height control, by-pass plumbing kit. #14200891. (4)...................... $85,000

2007 Brandt SB4000 suspended boom, 90-ft., 1600 gallon tank, windcones, auto rate control, hydraulic drive, double nozzles with 1-tip, touchdown wheels, Norac boom system, duals. #16014188. (4)...................... $28,500

2005 Flexi-Coil S67XL suspended boom, 90-ft., rinse tank, wind screens, 1600 gallon tank. #16014196. (1).. $14,500 Set of 650 flotation tires 650-65R38 for 4830 sprayers. #16009237. (4)........... .............................................. $10,500

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rockpickers

IN STOCK Fast, clean, tough and efficient. We’ve made the XL-78 to pick rocks faster, and with less dirt in the bucket. They’re tough farm hands that stand up to the rough and tumble world of rock picking and you can depend on them to get your rock picking jobs done quickly and easily.

• The XL-78 has a picking width of seven feet. • Large bucket capacity.

• The XL-78 dumps rocks 7 feet - plenty of height if you’re using a truck or trailer to haul rocks off the field.

• Hydraulic reel drive • Heavy duty, high efficiency parallel drive gearbox.

2014 John Deere 569 Megawide pickup, twine & surface wrap, 1000 PTO, bale push bar, 21.5L-16.1 10 ply tires. #16006995 (1)....................... $46,500 2014 John Deere 569 Megawide pickup, twine & surface wrap, 1000 PTO, bale push bar, 21.5L-16.1 10 ply tires. #16006994. (1)...................... $46,500 2013 John Deere 569 “Premium round” baler, megawide pickup, surface wrap, 1000 PTO, bale push bar, hydraulic pickup lift, 21.5L-61.1 tires. #16006961. (3)...................... $45,000 2013 John Deere 569 Megawide pickup, twine & surface wrap, 1000 PTO, bale push bar, 21.5L-16.1 10 ply tires, hydraulic pickup lift. #16006992. (1)... .............................................. $41,000 2011 John Deere 568 Megawide pickup, twine & surface wrap, 1000 PTO, bale push bar, 21.5L-16.1 10 ply tires, hydraulic pickup lift. #16016004. (3)... .............................................. $31,500 2010 John Deere 568 Megawide pickup, twine/surface wrap, 1000 PTO, hydraulic pickup lift, 21.5L-16.1 10 ply tires, slip clutch alert & speed sensor, bale push bar. #16006844. (4)...... $34,000 2007 John Deere 568 surface wrap, 1000 PTO, 31x13.5 tires, pushbar, Megawide pickup, hydraulic pickup. #16006806............................ $29,750 2007 John Deere 568 Megawide pickup, twine & surface wrap, 10000 PTO, bale push bar, 21.5L-16.1 10-ply tires, hydraulic pickup lift, Bale Trak Pro monitor, pickup gauge wheels. #16006985. (4)...................... $29,500 2007 John Deere 568 Megawide pickup, twine & surface wrap, 1000 PTO, bale push bar, 21.5L-16.1 10 ply tires, hydraulic pickup lift. #16006996. (1)... .............................................. $27,000 2007 John Deere 568 Megawide pickup, twine/surface wrap, 1000 PTO, 31x13.5 8 PR, hydraulic pickup lift, slip clutch alert & speed sensor, bale push bar. #16006845. (4)............... $28,000 2001 John Deere 567 twine/surface wrap, 1000 PTO, Megawide Plus pickup, push bar, hydraulic pickup lift. #16006827. (3)...................... $18,500 1999 John Deere 566 regular pickup, twine & surface wrap, 540 PTO, hydraulic pickup lift, 31x13.5 8 ply tires, bale ramps, gauge wheels. #16016002. (2)...................... $11,500 CASE IH 1996 Case IH 8465 regular pickup, twine, 540 PTO, push bar, new monitor. #16006972. (4)................................... ..................... Only $3500 FOB Circle

Morris 1400 round bale mover, carries (14) 5-ft.x6-ft. bales. #16006848. (1).. .............................................. $22,500

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2015 John Deere L340 3x4 bale, pivot gauge wheel, roller chute, 1-3/8 PTO, Cat 4 swivel hitch, tandem axle, bale drop sensor, automatic grease fast, LED lights. #12006607. (1)................. .......Demonstrator Save Thousands

SKID STEER ATTACHMENTS

2013 General Implement HZ 2280 8-ft. steel skidsteer blade. #13012443. (1).. ................................................... $3995 2013 General Implement HZ 2280 8-ft. skidsteer blade. #13012444. (1)..$3995

2014 Genim 9-ft. heavy duty skidsteer bucket. #13012487. (1)............... $2400 2014 Genim 9-ft. heavy duty skidsteer bucket. #13012486. (1)............... $2400 2014 Genim 9-ft. heavy duty skidsteer bucket. #13012485. (1)............... $2400 2014 Genim 6-ft. skidsteer tooth bucket. #13012491................................. $2100 2014 Genim 84” low profile skidsteer bucket. #13012489. (1)............... $1450 2014 Genim 78” low profile skidsteer bucket. #13012490. (1)............... $1400 2014 Genim 6-ft. skidsteer bucket. #13012481. (1)........................... $1350 Genim skid steer 108” snow bucket. #16007565. (1)........................... $1200

2013 John Deere SB84 7-ft. snow blower, fits all makes of skidsteers. #12400253.

(4)............................................... $9575

2014 Lorenz 7810 6-ft. snow blower, electric chute rotation, fits all makes of skid steers. #16007577. (1)............... $3700

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)

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, 406-939-5994; Ole Rolandson, Salesman, 406-974-2144; Culbertson: Mike Kjos, 406-489-7277; Luke Anderson, Salesman 406-478-3118

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Global Carriers

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Bale Spears

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Round or square, whatever the job, there is a Frontier Bale Spear up to the task. Choose from a wide range of single- and triple-tine models to move and stack bales quickly and easily.

• Replaceable spears • Multiple bale-handling sizes

Pallet Forks

Don’t let heavy objects weight down your workday. With Frontier Pallet Forks, you can lift pallets, load lumber, move bulky material, or clear construction sites quickly and efficiently.

• Fork capacity up to 5,500 lb. (2,494.8 kg) • Replaceable fork tines • Handles palletized products

IN STOCK

IN STOCK

Making a smart move 1- Horst CHC25 25-ft., 2 wheel steer header trailer, 20.5x8 tires, 10,000 lbs rated capacity, 18-ft. wheel base, 11-ft. to 12’6” adjustable tongue length, 26-ft. top rail, 2-header pads, 2-ratchet straps................ $4500 7- Horst CHC36 36-ft. header trailer, 225/75R15 tire, 10,160 lbs rated capacity, 24-ft. wheel base, 11-ft to 12’6” adjustable tongue length, 36-ft. top rail, 2-header pads, 2-ratchet straps. Each.................. $5500 Rotary Tillers 1-Unverferth HT42 42-ft. 2-wheel steer header trailer, 11Lx15 implement Put the final touches on gardens or seedbeds tires, 14,000 lbs carry capacity, 20-ft. wheel base, 2-header pads, before planting with a Rotary Tiller.

• “C” or “L” shaped blades available 2-ratchet straps............................................................................ $8500 • Helical-shaped rotors 1-Unverferth AWS42 42-ft. 4-wheel steer header trailer, 235/80x16 tires, • All models offer skid shoes for depth 30-ft. wheel base, 14,000 lbs rated carrying capacity, 2-header pads, control 2-ratchet straps............................................................................ $9400 • iMatch and/or Quick-Coupler compatible 12-Horst CHCF45 45-ft. 4-wheel steer header trailer, 15,500 lbs rated capacity, 30-ft. wheel base, 11-ft. to 12’6” adjustable tongue length, 45-ft. top rail, 2-header pads, 2-ratchet straps. Each.................. $9500 1-New Frontier 42-ft. heavy duty, high speed header trailer, tandem axle, brakes, adjustable header brackets, ratchet straps, ball hitch..$14,500 1-New Frontier 48-ft. heavy duty, high speed header trailer, tandem axle, brakes, adjustable header brackets, ratchet straps, ball hitch, lights.... 6’, 7’, 8’ & 10’ ................................................................................................. $16,500 IN STOCK

USED HEADER TRAILERS

V-trailer, 30-ft. combine trailer. #16002341. (4)................................. $2000 V-trailer, 30-ft., 2 wheel combine trailer, 2” ball hitch. #16009247... $1750 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)

Box Blades

Frontier Box Blades level uneven ground and simplify grading tasks.

• Tailgate can be fixed or float • Shanks are easily replaceable • iMatch and/or Quick-Coupler compatible

Land Planes

Level driveways, fill potholes, or recondition gravel areas with the all-purpose Land Planes.

Durable frame allows you to smooth over challenging terrain. Heavy-duty options available.

• Pull-type or 3-point hitch-mounted models • Two cutting edges promote ground leveling • Optional adjustable scarifier shanks (LP12 Series only) • Adjustable skid shoes (LP12 Series only)

Rear Blades

Put your gardening, landscaping, driveway, and ditch-maintenance chores behind you with a sturdy Rear Blade.

• Easy adjustment simplifies grading and leveling • iMatch™ or Quick-Coupler compatible

Grooming Mowers

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, 406-939-5994; Ole Rolandson, Salesman, 406-974-2144; Culbertson: Mike Kjos, 406-489-7277; Luke Anderson, Salesman 406-478-3118

Rotary Cutters

If you need a rugged, mid-priced rotary cutter that can handle heavy grass, thick brush, and weeds, a Frontier Rotary Cutter is worth a closer look.

• Four efficient models feature 4 to 7 ft. cutting widths • iMatch compatible on RC2048, RC2060, and RC2072 only • Category 2 Quick Hitch compatible on RC2084 only

Flex-Wing Grooming Mowers

Go with the Flex-Wing Grooming Mowers for a quality cut over uneven fields. Features wider working widths to make quick work at sod farms, golf courses, and parks.

• 12 to 20-ft. cutting widths • 8-gauge steel plated deck (10-gauge on FM3012) • Auto-engage transport latch

The Grooming Mower delivers a smooth cut for lawns, sporting fields, and golf courses.

• 4 to 9-ft. cutting widths • Single- or dual-belt drive • High blade speed for thorough cutting and uniform distribution • Category 1 iMatch compatible with optional kit

Rugged products that make the grade

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USED TRACTORS

New Holland HW365, 18-ft. disc head. Excellent!!!!................... Please call for Details!

New Holland 770HD 19-ft. disc. header............ .......................... Call For Special Pricing!

MacDon 940 15-ft. multi-crop header......$7700 New Holland 2330BF push frame for bidirectional, 16-18-ft. completing package.$7700

USED PULL-TYPE SWATHERS

New Holland 1411 10-ft. disc mower conditioner..............................................$10,500 New Holland 472 7-ft. sickle mower conditioner.

Like new!!!......................................$12,500 2004 Case IH DCX131 13-ft. disc mower conditioner...........................................$14,500 MacDon 5000 14-ft. sickle mower conditioner.

Very nice shape!!..............................$9700 Hesston 1014 14-ft. pivot tongue, 14-ft. sickle head..................................................$6400 2005 John Deere 535 11’6” disc mower conditioner, 7 disc...................................$13,400 John Deere 1360 9’9” disc mower conditioner. ..........................................................$7500 Ford 535 9-ft. mower conditioner. Excellent!!.... ..........................................................$2500

USED ROUND BALERS

New Holland BR7090, net/twine, Xtra Sweep, 4000 bales.....................................$33,500 2011 New Holland BR7090, net/twine, Bale Command, 6300 bales...................$32,700 2007 New Holland BR780A, net/twine, Bale Command, 12,000 bales................$24,100 2006 New Holland BR780A, twine, Super Sweep, Bale Command, 12,358 bales........ .......................................................$19,800 2005 New Holland BR780A, twine, Super Sweep, Bale Command, 13,348 bales........ .......................................................$21,500

2010 New Holland TD5050 2WD, cab, PTO, hydraulics, 3-pt., 750 hours. Excellent!!....... .......................................................$34,500

1996 Ford 9030 bidirectional, loaded cab end, engine end hydraulics, PTO, draw bar.

Newer Loader!!!.............................$39,500 1993 Ford 9030 bidirectional, both cab and engine end loaded.........................$32,500 Ford 8000, cab, 3-pt., PTO, Farmhand loader... ..........................................................$8500 Ford 4000 2WD, 3-pt., PTO, DuAl loader. Very good!!................................................$6550 2010 Massey Ferguson GC2400 compact tractor, loader, 60” deck, 210 hours.$12,100 White 2-85 2WD, cab, PTO, 3-pt., loader........... .......................................................$11,500 Farmall 400 2WD, DuAl 320 loader........$4500 Farmall H 2WD, loader............................$3500 Oliver 77 2WD, loader. Runs great!!!.......$2200

USED TILLAGE & MISC.

2004 New Holland BR780, net/twine, Xtra Sweep, Bale Command.................$19,300 2004 New Holland BR780, twine, Super Sweep, Bale Command, 8000 bales...........$15,500 2003 New Holland BR780, net/twine, Bale Command, lace belts, 1000 PTO...$18,800 2003 New Holland BR780, net/twine, Xtra Sweep, low bales at 9300..............$16,500 2000 New Holland 688, twine, Bale Command, hydraulic pickup.............................$14,100 New Holland 664, net/twine, Bale Command... .......................................................$14,800 1997 New Holland 664, net/twine, Bale Command, hydraulic pickup..................$12,100 New Holland 664, net/twine, Bale Command... ..........................................................$8900 2012 Case IH RB564, net/twine, moisture kit, 10,000 bales....................................$31,900 2001 Vermeer 605XL, twine.................$14,100 2010 John Deere 568, 3000 bales. This baler is loaded!!.......................................$33,900 1995 John Deere 535, net/twine..........$11,100

USED HAY TOOLS

Supreme 1200 Twin grinder, tub extension, right-hand discharge......................$75,000 2014 New Holland 340S 3x4 big square baler, 2000 bales. Like new!!!.......................Call!!

New Holland Super 1049 self-propelled bale wagon............................................$15,000 New Holland 575 14x18 square baler. Excellent!!...............................................$14,500 Vermeer R23 twin basket rake................$9500

John Deere 7700 diesel combine, 24-ft. header, pickup head.......................................$7500 Ezee-On FLBS-330 14.5-ft. disc. Like new....... .......................................................$15,100 Farm King Y810E 8x12 unloading auger, electric motor...........................................$2000 New Holland 7614 loader for TV tractor. Excellent!!...............................................$10,500 New Holland 260TL loader for compact tractor...................... Call For Special Pricing!

Koyker 150 loader, mounts, bucket.........$3500 New Idea 300 bushel manure spreader, PTO drive..................................................$7500 Worksaver 3 spear bale handler for round and square bales.......................................$750 30-ft. bumper pull hay trailer....................$2500 Allied 8-ft. 3-pt. snowblower....................$4500 Erskine 960FM 96” front mount snowerblower, drive lines..........................................$5800 New Holland 6-ft. front mount snowblower. Like new...................................................$3800 Snowmachines 5-ft. 3-pt. snowblower with chute.................................................$1750 Beltec heavy duty post hole auger..........$2800 New Holland 906 3-pt. post hole auger with 12 bits....................................................$1200 Speeco 3-pt. post hole auger with bit........$975 General 720 post hole auger, 9” digging bit.$950 6-ft. box scraper. Like new!!!......................$650

SKIDSTEERS & CONSTRUCTION

2007 New Holland L175 skidsteer, 2 speed, hydraulic quick attach, weights, bucket, 1541 hours..............................................$22,500 John Deere 450 dozer, 6-way mechanical blade.................................................$9500 New Holland B104 backhoe and bucket for skidsteer............................................$5950 Buhler SB5200 skidsteer snowblower. Excellent!!..................................................$4800 Grouser steel tracks and spacers...........$3500 New Holland log grapple for skidsteer, quick attach................................................$1800 Degelman 8-ft. snow bucket skidsteer attachment..................................................$1500

LAWN & GARDEN

Walker mowers in stock along with Toro commercial and residential units.

Brandt 5200EX grain vac...................Just In

See us for all your New Holland needs

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The deadline for advertising for the December issue of the Trader's Dispatch will be December 2.

Message of growth presented during IANR meeting

By Haley Steinkuhler, IANR Media percent.

Faculty and staff within the University “We are very proud to lead the university of Nebraska–Lincoln’s (UNL) Institute of in the faculty growth goal,” said Green. “I Agriculture and Natural Resources gathered am particularly proud of the fact these faculty on September 10 to hear from Ronnie Green, come from all kinds of educational instituNU vice president, IANR Harlan Vice Chancellor and interim senior vice chancellor for tions and backgrounds.” academic affairs at UNL, during the IANR Growth at IANR has not been limited to All Hands Meeting. The meeting is held people only. Last year was a record year for twice a year and is an opportunity to hear IANR based on total research expenditures about current successes, goals for the future and sponsored research. IANR is leading the and honor faculty and staff doing exemplary campus in research expenditures. work.

Green also provided an update on the Green focused heavily on how IANR is physical changes to IANR locations across impacting the goals of the campus overall the state that have recently occurred. Over saying, “IANR should be leading UNL relathe summer, a new headquarters building TRACTORS FOR SALE at the High Plains Agricultural Lab near tive to the campus’s declared goals.” One of Sidney was completed and named for those goals is increased enrollment, which 2009 Case IH Steiger Quad trak with 30” width, 50%, pioneering UNL cropping systems specialthe College of Agricultural Sciences and powershift, remotes, PTO, glass caps, 4200 hours, very clean................................................................. $149,900 Natural Resources (CASNR) continues to ist Charlie Fenster and the Henry J. Stumpf Case IH MX 285 MFD, 3-point, PTO, 5761 hours, radar, support. Enrollment in CASNR is in its 11th International Wheat Center near Grant was front and rear duals, front and rear weights, EZ-Steer dedicated. A few projects on East Campus straight year of increase, up .6 percent this controller and monitor........................................ $79,000 were completed as well, including a renoyear to 2,267 students. IANR now holds 13.8 John Deere 4955 MFD, 3 point, PTO, front fenders, 3 repercent of UNL’s total enrollment, up from vation of the East Campus Recreation and motes, 10864 hours, 18.4x46 tires .................... $39,500 8.5 percent in 2003.

Wellness Center.

Case IH 290 Magnum MFD, 3-point, PTO, autoguide, 4 There are currently 661 master’s and “It has been a fun time the past few years remotes, front and rear duals, 1100 hours....... $127,000 Case IH 215 Magnum MFD, 3 point, PTO, 4 remotes, front Ph.D. students studying at IANR, which as we’ve been able to think about the longand rear duals, 2100 hours ............................... $94,000 Green sees as an area of opportunity. term needs for our campus,” said Green.

Case IH 235 Magnum radar, 3 point, PTO, 4 remotes, ride “There is a significant part of enrollment One of those needs will be addressed control, differentail lock, 1507 hours ................$114,000 growth within this institution that needs to with the construction of a new East Campus Allis-Chalmers 8050 MFD, 3 point, PTO, 3 remotes, be in graduate students,” he said.

“We have residence hall, scheduled to be home to stu18.4x38, duals, 4165 hours, new engine........... $23,000 to think about and build upon where our dents in the fall of 2017. A number of other 2014 Case IH Farmall 115V, 3 point, PTO, powershift, creeper gear, sunroof, 1869 hours, front tires 85%, rear strength already is because we have really projects are in the planning stages including 480x85RT 90%.................................................. $55,900 strong graduate student programs across a renovation to the Nebraska East Union, 2009 Case WD1903 swather, rotary header, 1540 hours...

IANR.” including a building addition; a renovation to ........................................................................... $50,840 One way to accomplish this growth, C.Y. Thompson Library which will be transDegelman 14-ft, 4-way dozer................................... $6500 Green says, is through leveraging private formed into a student learning commons, and John Deere 280 loader, bucket, bale fork................. $6000 and public partnerships fostered at Nebraska a renovation to the Food Industry Complex.

Innovation Campus. These relationships Renovations to the Food Industry Comprovide opportunities for collaboration and plex are possible with the Department of professional development. It will also be Food Science and Technology and The Food Bill Smith, Broker important to build upon the strength of new Processing Center’s move to Nebraska Infaculty members. Since January 1 of 2012 a novation Campus, which Green says, “is St. Anthony, ID Belgrade, MT 208-558-7015 406-388-8171 total of 100 tenure track faculty hires have a facility unlike any other in the world for Mobile ph. 208-351-7177 FAX 406-388-8119 been completed. When hiring is completed food science and we’re very proud of that.” e-mail: eagleequip@myidahomail.com at the end of the 2016 academic year, IANR Along with providing updates on growth, will have increased its faculty ranks by 20 four Omtvedt Innovation Awards were presented during the All Hands Meeting. The awards recognize exceptional service for innovative research and teaching. John Rupnow, professor in the Department of Food Science and Technology received the Teaching award.

Janos Zempleni, professor of Cowtown#9 #9 Cowtown molecular nutrition and director of the Nebraska Center for ForCattle CattleNeeding NeedingBoth BothProtein Proteinand andMineral MineralSupplementation.

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Leftover breakfast cereal?

Think outside the box

By Julie Garden-Robinson, Food and Nutrition Specialist, NDSU Extension Service As I perused my cupboards and storage pantry the other day, I found several boxes of cereal. Some were unopened and some had folded-down wrappers with half of the contents waiting to be devoured.

Does this sound familiar to anyone?

I don’t think my family is alone in having some half-full cereal boxes in our cupboard. I admit I am tempted by the grocery store sales that offer multiple boxes of cereal for one low price.

Sometimes the sale on cereal does not require us to buy several boxes at one time. I need to remember this fact before I bring home five more boxes of cereal.

My kids, on occasion, still use their “pester power” to get me to buy some specialty cereal, too. Then they get tired of the cereal before the box is empty.

As I was studying the cereal supply in my cupboard, I looked at the “best if used by” dates on the boxes. Some dates were in the future and some dates were closing in on us.

If my family eats the cereal past the “best if used by” date, will I be rushing them to the emergency room? Will I be blaming myself for their illness because I provided old cereal that I didn’t have the heart to toss?

I won’t lose sleep about providing cereal beyond its quality date to my teenage and preteen children. If they were infants, however, and I was feeding them “baby cereal,” I would be using it by the date on the package.

Cereal is fairly shelf stable, but it can become stale and lose its appealing texture and flavor through time. If the cereal has an off odor or appearance or if the package has gotten damp, then I would toss it. As a rule of thumb, try to use opened cereal boxes within three months.

Be sure to write the date you purchased the cereal on the front of the box and arrange your stock in first-in-first out order. Better yet, put the cereal in airtight containers to extend its shelf life by reducing the cereal’s exposure to oxygen.

Breakfast cereal is one of the most convenient forms of nutrition. Breakfast cereals are portable, shelf-stable, economical and convenient. A child can fill a bowl with cereal and add some milk for an instant meal or snack.

In fact, breakfast cereals play a key role in helping children meet their vitamin and mineral needs, according to research.

Most breakfast cereals are fortified with a wide range of vitamins and minerals.

Whole-grain cereals, in particular, are good sources of dietary fiber. Whole grain means that all parts of the grain, including the germ, endosperm and bran, are milled to produce the cereal.

How about the half-empty boxes of cereal in my cupboard and perhaps in yours? Don’t worry because we have plenty of ways to use cereal while saving money and reducing waste along the way. We just need to think outside the box a bit.

• Use leftover cereal as a bread crumb substitute. You do not need to buy breadcrumbs, and day-old bread is not your only option for a substitute. Try crushing unsweetened cereal varieties, such as corn or bran flakes, to use in place of breadcrumbs. Easily crush cereal by placing it in a plastic bag and crushing to the desired texture with a rolling pin.

Use crushed cereal in meatloaf or to coat chicken breasts or French toast sticks. You can sprinkle 1/2 cup of crushed cereal on top of hash browns or a casserole.

• Stir cereal into pancake batter. Mix the pancake batter and then stir in some cereal. Cinnamon, chocolate, peanut butter or fruit-flavored cereals work well as additions to pancake batter. You can crush the cereal or leave it whole for bigger chunks. You also can mix cereal into waffle or muffin batter.

• Sprinkle cereal on yogurt, pudding or ice cream. If you’re looking for a little added crunch with yogurt, pudding or ice cream, try cereal. Instead of using granola, make a parfait by layering 1/2 cup of whole cereal with yogurt and cut-up fruit such as strawberries or peaches.

• Make a snack mix. Snack mixes can be a healthful, easy option to use extra cereal. Check out the “Make Your Own Snack Mixes” handout at http://www.ag.ndsu.edu/pubs/yf/ foods/fn1753.pdf to learn more.

CONTINUED ON PAGE C12 ##### Mature turkeys have 3,500 or so feathers. The Apache Indians considered the turkey timid and wouldn’t eat it or use its feathers on their arrows. ##### A male turkey is called a tom, a female is a hen, and a youngster is a poult.

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Leftover breakfast cereal?

Think outside the box CONTINUED FROM PAGE C11

Here’s a delicious way to add nutrition and use up some cereal to make tasty homemade baked chicken nuggets.

Crunchy Chicken Nuggets 3 c. multigrain Cheerios cereal, crushed 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, grated 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt 1/4 tsp. paprika 1/8 tsp. garlic powder 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted 1 Tbsp. milk 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch-square pieces) Heat oven to 400 F. Line cookie sheet with foil. In medium bowl, stir together crushed cereal, cheese, salt, seasoned salt, paprika and garlic powder. In small bowl, stir together melted butter and milk. Dip chicken into butter mixture, then roll in cereal mixture to coat evenly. Place on cookie sheet. Bake nine minutes; turn nuggets over. Bake about eight minutes longer or until coating is light golden brown and chicken has reached 165 F. Makes five servings (five chicken nuggets per serving).

Each serving has 250 calories, 12 1/2 grams (g) of fat, 25 g of protein, 15 g of carbohydrate and 750 milligrams of sodium.

New trapper reporting required for bobcat, otter, swift fox

By Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Montana’s furbearer season for trapping beaver, mink, muskrat and otter opened statewide, November 1.

Beaver trapping in central and eastern trapping districts 4, 5, 6 and 7 opened September 1.

While land trapping seasons for bobcat, marten, and fisher in most of Montana won’t open until December 1, a swift fox trapping season also opens November 1 in a portion of northeastern Montana’s district 6.

New this year for bobcat, otter and swift fox trappers is the requirement to bring unfrozen lower jaws that have been cleaned and air dried when presenting the pelts for inspection and tagging by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.

“FWP uses data on the age structure of furbearer populations to adjust seasons and quotas,” said Bob Inman, FWP’s furbearer coordinator in Helena. “This year, FWP will no longer require the submission of the entire skull. Instead, only the lower jaw is required.”

Inman explained that the age of each animal is determined by looking at a cross-section of the canine tooth, much like rings in a tree.

“Each animal is then assigned a birth year,” Inman said.

“Over time, the data on birth years allows wildlife biologists to develop a ‘reconstructed population’ that indicates years of high or low reproduction.”

These data are also combined with trapper data from harvest surveys to determine population trends, which are then used to adjust quotas and manage for long-term population health.

Regulated trapping in Montana is managed by FWP through scientifically based regulations to sustain furbearer populations. FWP and the Fish & Wildlife Commission continually review and refine those regulations to ensure the use of best management practices for trapping activities.

Licensed trappers also provide FWP with important information that assists with wildlife management programs across the state.

“FWP would like to thank trappers in advance for their help in moving to the new clean jaw procedure,” Inman said.

Also in place this year are regulations designed to reduce the likelihood of lynx take in “Lynx Protection Zones”, all areas within portions of northwestern and southwestern Montana inhabited by lynx populations. The 2015 furbearer regulations contain details on all trapping district season dates and closures.

Find more information on Montana furbearers and trapping regulations online at fwp.mt.gov. Click “Hunting” then click “Trapping”.

Final 2015 crop production and stock data

As the 2015 growing season officially comes to an end, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will contact producers nationwide to gather final year-end crop production numbers and the amount of grain and oilseeds they store on their farms.

At the same time, NASS will survey grain facility operators to determine year-end off-farm grain and oilseed stocks.

“These surveys are the largest and most important yearend surveys conducted by NASS,” explained NASS Mountain Region Director Bill Meyer. “They are the basis for the official USDA estimates of production and harvested acres of all major agricultural commodities in the United States, as well as year-end grain and oilseed supplies. Data from the survey will benefit farmers and processors by providing timely and accurate information to help them make critical yearend business decisions and begin planning for the next growing and marketing season.”

The information will be compiled, analyzed and then published in a series of USDA reports. The Crop Production Annual Summary and quarterly Grain Stocks report will be published on January 12, 2015.

“Responses to the producer survey will be included in the County Agricultural Production Survey and used in calculating county yields,” explained Meyer. “USDA uses county yield information from the survey to evaluate and administer vital farm disaster and insurance programs.

Farmers who receive this survey are not included in the County Agricultural Production Survey; therefore this is their only opportunity to be included in the calculation of their state’s county yields.”

### Americans today consume 17.3 billion quarts of popped popcorn each year.

The average American eats about 68 quarts!

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TRUCK FOR SALE

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Pricing on 2016 Honey Bee headers Available Now We stock a large variety of Honey Bee parts including rod weeder supplies.

Also Now Available 1” and 2.5” air seeder hose

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Specializing in Honey Bee Draper Headers and REM Grain Vacs The Flexxifinger™ is a series of lifters designed specifically for use where ground conditions are uneven. These lifters follow the fluctuations of the ground and will pickup down crops.

They are designed for cereal grains and pulse crops.

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FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

3-International 150 10-ft. drills, 12” spacing, hitch..... $600 3-International 7100 14-ft. drills, 10” spacing, hitch and transport................................................................. $1500 Wagner loader for Ford 8N......................................... $250 Farmhand F11 loader. Fits small row crop tractor.... $1000 DuAl 100 loader. Fits small utility tractor................... $1000 1990 Ford Ranger 2WD, 4 cylinder, 5 speed............. $500 47 new McKay P50-16KPW sweeps........................... $400 30 new Empire 442-2-16 sweeps................................ $250 30 Gaterman crop lifters.............................................. $150 Phone (406) 870-9003, Power, Montana

#### Only male turkeys (toms) gobble. Females (hens) make a clicking noise. The gobble is a seasonal call during the spring and fall. Hens are attracted for mating when a tom gobbles. Wild toms love to gobble when they hear loud sounds or settle in for the night. ##### Pumpkin flowers are edible.

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Excellence in Community Preparedness Awarded

By Haley Steinkuhler, IANR Media Ashley Mueller, assistant extension educator with Nebraska Extension has been honored with the Excellence in Community Preparedness Award from Nebraska Lieutenant Governor Mike Foley. Mueller received the award during a ceremony held on September 18 at the Nebraska State Capitol.

The award honored Mueller’s efforts towards creating a stronger community through preparedness planning and disaster preparation to enhance community readiness and resilience. In her position as disaster education coordinator for Nebraska Extension, Mueller helps Nebraskans prepare for disaster situations.

“We are very proud of the work Ashley has accomplished in community preparedness,” said Chuck Hibberd, dean and director of Nebraska Extension. “Our role in Extension is to make sure Nebraska communities are prepared ahead of a disaster, and to help them recover following a disaster.”

In addition to facilitating preparedness workshops for Nebraska 4-H, earlier this year Mueller coordinated the 2015 Nebraska Disaster Preparedness Summit. She is currently helping to develop local, Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD).

“Community preparedness starts with the individual, and when individuals come together to start a conversation through COAD, the whole community can benefit,” said Mueller. “We’ve seen that when communities are more prepared they are more resilient in the face of disaster.”

Presented during Nebraska Preparedness Month, the ‘Be Prepared’ awards program is in its eighth year of honoring Nebraskans who volunteer their time and energy to support preparedness in Nebraska communities. The awards are sponsored by the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency in partnership with the Nebraska Citizen Corps Program and the University of Nebraska Public Policy Center. ##### Only 2 out of every 100 Americans works on a farm.

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Motorcycle and ATV salvage Gas generators starting at........... $350

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This is an especially important time of year to be thinking about minerals!

• • We Have Weaning Pellets Available • •

Brigade® Stress Fighting Formula is a CRYSTALYX® Supplement designed to help young calves overcome nutritional stress from weaning and shipping.

This palatable, free-choice supplement is fortified with electrolytes, vitamins, minerals and trace minerals - just what stressed calves need at this critical time.

Ask for Brigade Stress Fighting Formula

BTI Feeds

Protein is often the first limiting nutrient on most forage programs, minerals and vitamins play an important role in helping cows stay healthy and in maintaining reproductive efficiency.

CRYSTAL-PHOS™ is a weather and waste proof mineral supplement that cows will consume readily along with BGF-30™. Place a BGF-30™ barrel with every 20-30 head of cows and a CRYSTAL-PHOS® barrel for approximately every 40-70 head. Studies have shown that cows will consume mineral better from CRYSTAL-PHOS. Try the “combo” program ~ it works!

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Shaver’s universal transport post driver pulls behind any tow vehicles.

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Diacon-D, Insecto and Dustacide grain protectants B & W and Caldwell aeration systems.

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Our Caldwell line features 12” round duct, T’s, Y’s, elbows, 4-way cross, end caps, adapters, fans, accessories.

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New Holland Equipment

New Holland Air Drills

New Holland P2050

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2015 New Holland “Boomer” Compact 33hp diesel, ROPS, single rear hydraulic, 3-point hitch, 540 PTO, hydro transmission with front end loader #33...................................................................................................CALL! 2015 New Holland “Boomer” Compact 37hp diesel, ROPS, single rear hydraulic, 3-point hitch, 540 PTO, hydro transmission with front end loader #37...................................................................................................CALL! 2015 New Holland “Boomer” Compact 41hp diesel, ROPS, single rear hydraulic, 3-point hitch, 540 PTO, hydro transmission with front end loader #41...................................................................................................CALL!

New Holland Roll Belt 560 Round Balers New Holland Swathers

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USED TRACTORS

USED AIR DRILLS

2013 New Holland P2060 70-ft. air drill with 10” spacing, 41/2” steel wheels, double shoot, stealth openers. #NDN226...................................................... DEMO

2005 New Holland SD440 58-ft., 12” spacing, 550# trips, 51/2” rubber packers, 4350 tow between cart, double shoot. #UDNH25......................................... $89,000

USED MISCELLANEOUS

Gates Magnum 60-ft. heavy harrow, hydraulic angle 5/8” tines, narrow transport.................... JUST IN Mandako 50-ft. land roller, 3-section, 42” roller......... ............................................................... JUST IN

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2012 Seed Hawk 6012 60-ft., 12” spacing, twin wing openers, 500 bushel tow behind tank, Viper monitor. #USSH06................................................... JUST IN 2006 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. air drill, 10” spacing, double shoot, stealth openers, 4” rubber packers, 4350 tow between tank, mechanical drive, 30.5x32 singles. #UDF242.................................................. $118,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. air drill, 9” spacing, 550# trips, stealth bodies with 2320 tow between cart. #UDF237.................................................... $36,000 2000 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft. air drill, 9” spacing, 550 lb. trips, single shoot, 3450 tow between cart, variable cart, stealth bodies. #UDF246.................... $69,000 2000 Flexi-Coil 57-ft. air drill, 9” spacing, 550 lb trips, 41/2” steel packers, double shoot with 3450 tow between variable drive air cart. #UDF241...$69,000 1999 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft., 12” spacing, double shoot, 4” VW spread, Goose shooter, 2340 tow between, VR drive, 5.5” rubber packers. #UDF244.... $50,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 45-ft. air drill, 9” spacing, 31/2” steel packers, single shoot, 2320 tow between cart. #UDF247................................................$33,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 39-ft. air drill with 7” spacing, steel packers with 1720 tow between tank. #UDF243.. ................................................................$25,000

2008 New Holland TD80D MFD, 62 PTO hp, dual PTO, 12x12 Mech transmission, 2 remotes, 3-pt., loader, 500 hours. #UJN103...................$38,000 1993 Agco 9690 MFD, 190 hp, 18 speed, powershift, 20.8x42 tires with duals, 3400 hours. #UTA609... ...................................................................... Call 1988 Versatile 876 (red) 4WD, 280 hp Cummins diesel, 20.8x38 tires, standard transmission, OutBack guidance, 10,935 hours. #UTVR78.........$25,000 1988 Cat Challenger 65 270 hp, diesel, 4 hydraulics, powershift, 30” tracks, PTO, 6760 hours. #UTCT19............................................... $35,000

USED WINDROWERS

1997 New Holland 1475 swing tongue, 2216 16-ft. auger head, 1000 PTO drive, skip shoes... $7500 2011 John Deere 956 discbine MoCo, 15-ft. header, 3-pt swivel hitch, cut less than 1000 acres, 1000 PTO drive. #UWJD32..............................$22,500

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USED SKIDSTEERS

2013 New Holland L225 76 hp diesel, 2500 lb. lift, 2 speed, cab with heat and air conditioning, air seat, hydraulic coupler, performance package, heavy duty tires, 78” low pro bucket, 390 hours...$49,000 2012 New Holland L230 90 hp diesel, 3000 lb. lift, 2 speed, cab with heat and air conditioning, air seat, hydraulic coupler, premium tires, 84” low pro bucket, 375 hours...................................$49,000

USED COMBINES

2011 New Holland CR9070 420 hp, deluxe cab, 900/60R32, extended wear package, deluxe chopper, Auto Steer, air compressor, with New Holland 94C 48-ft. draper head with pickup reel..

JUST IN 1994 New Holland TR97 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 1981 New Holland TR85 2200 separator hours, 24-ft. header. #UCNH58...................................$12,500

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Delta Track 550

The Versatile DeltaTrack is a fully integrated purpose built four track system from Versatile. Available in three models 450DT, 500DT, 550DT, the DeltaTrack exceeds the performance and durability existing track systems. The track systems uses the proven Versatile outboard planetary system to maximize power to the ground. Four independent tracks maintain balance and provide constant contact with the ground. The DeltaTrack is built using the most advanced track design in the agriculture industry and features with proven Cummins engine technology, rugged CAT powershift transmissions, and legendary Versatile reliability and serviceability.

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USED SELF PROPELLED SPRAYERS

2010 Apache AS1010 1800 hours, 215 hp, Cummins 6 speed JCB, drop boxes, 1000 gallon, 60-90-ft. booms, 5 section E-Pro Raven, Auto Steer......... ..............................................................$135,000

2015 Case IH 4440 120-ft. booms, Am Command Pro, Pro 700 display, 2 sets of tires, 425 hours.... ............................................................... JUST IN

2008 Apache AS1010 1020 hours, 215 hp, 100-ft. boom, 5 section, Auto Steer, section control, auto height control, semi float tires. #USAP20............ ..............................................................$150,000 2008 Apache AS1010 1250 hours, 215 hp, Cummins, 1000 gallon, 100-ft. boom, 10 section E-Pro Raven, Auto Boom, 6 speed JCB. #USAP27....... ..............................................................$139,000

CONSIGNMENTS

1996 John Deere 8570, 4WD tractor, 250 hp, 18.4R42 duals, 3-pt., 1000 PTO, 12 speed, 9000 hours.... ................................................................$40,000

1974 John Deere 4430 2WD tractor, 6683 hours, 540/1000 PTO’s, 3 pt. hitch, 20.8x34 rear tires with JD 158 loader and grapple fork.......$25,000 John Deere 5010 2WD tractor, cab with Leon loader.........................................................$7500 Ford 9N tractor, 3-point, 540 PTO, good tires.$2600 2008 Ford New Holland TV145 bi-directional tractor, 105 hp diesel, 3400 hours, 3 pt. and PTO engine end, hi-flow hydraulics, 82LB loader and grapple fork......................................................... JUST IN

1995 New Holland 8770 MFD tractor, 160 PTO hp, 18.4x42 duals, 540/1000 PTO’s, power shift transmission, super steer front end. .......$63,000

USED HEADERS

2013 New Holland SP240FXP 275 hp Cummins 6.7 liter, 1200 gallon tank, 100-ft. boom, 10 section plumbing, Viper Pro monitor, AutoBoom/ AccuBoom/AutoSteer, 650/75R38 semi flotation tires, 580 hours.......................................... CALL

2010 MacDon FD70 flex draper, 40-ft., DK sickle, pickup reel, auto leveler height kit, New Holland CR adapter............................................ JUST IN 2005 New Holland 74C 30-ft. flex header, with finger reel......................................................... JUST IN New Holland 973 30-ft. flex header, fits TR series. #UCNH59...................................................$8500 Massey-Ferguson pickup header, 13-ft., fits 510, 750 and 760. #UHMF61......................................$500

USED SPRAYERS

2004 New Holland SF115 134-ft, 1500 gallon wheel boom, 18.4x26 tires, HMIC pump, flex-control, dual nozzles, windscreen. #USNH00................. $28,000 2007 New Holland SF115 130-ft., 1500 gallon, wheel boom, 18.4x26 tires, SP655 monitor, windscreens, 3 boom valvve, unfold option. #USNH46.... $12,000 New Holland SF115 100-ft., 1500 gallon, wheel boom, dual nozzles, hydraulic unfold, windscreen. #USNH35................................................... $12,000

2012 New Holland S1070 100-ft. suspended boom, 1600 gallon tank, 380/90R:46 tires, flex-control auto rate, hydraulic pump. #USNH37......$43,000 New Holland SF115 90-ft. suspended boom, 1000 gallon tank, windscreens, 3-ball valve....$28,000 2000 Flexi-Coil System S67XL wheel boom, 120-ft., 1500 gallon tank, SP655 Auto Rate, 18.4x26 tires, 3-switch control. #USF174......................$12,000 2000 Flexi-Coil System 67XL 100-ft., 1500 gallon, wheel boom, 18.4x26 tires, FlexControl 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................................................$12,000 1998 Flexi-Coil System 67 110-ft., 1000 gallon, windscreens, wheel boom, FlexControl monitor. #USF151................................................$10,000 1994 Flexi-Coil 65XL 120-ft., 1500 gallon, no Auto Rate. #USF173..........................................$6500

Case IH 7110 MFD tractor, 131 PTO hp, 540/1000 PTO’s, 3pt hitch, 20.8x38 duals, 18 speed power steering, 3 remotes, 5087 hrs.................$50,000 Case 800 tractor, 3-point, 540 PTO, GB loader with bucket........................................................$3500 1951 Allis-Chalmers WD tractor, 540 PTO with loader.........................................................$2500 1997 Flexi-Coil 5000 51-ft. air drill, 9” spacing, 550# trips, double shoot, 4” rubber packers, stealth openers with 3450 tow between cart, mechanical drive, 30.5x32 tires..................................$40,000 DMI “Ecolo-Tiger” 530 12-ft. disc ripper......$13,000 John Deere 787 tow between air cart, 7” auger....... ................................................................$14,000 Nutri-Placer 5252 40-ft. liquid fertilizer applicator with carbide points.............................................$6000 2004 New Holland SF115 134-ft. sprayer, 1500 gallon, 18.4x26 tires, HMIC pump, Flexi-Control Auto Rate, dual nozzles, windscreens.............$12,000 2014 New Holland S1070 100-ft. suspended boom sprayer, 1600 gallon tank, 380/90R:46 tires, LCTS monitor, 4 ball valves, rinse with wash, electronic agitation..................................................$55,000 2006 New Holland BR780A round baler, wide pickup, twine & net, Bale Command, 1000 PTO drive, flotation tires, 10,500 bales.....................$13,500

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Vermeer 605K round baler, twine tie, 540 PTO.$7500 1997 Hesston 565A round baler, auto tie, twine only, 31x13.5-15 flotation tires............................$5000

2009 New Holland CR9070 combine, 1313 separator hours, 2011 FD70 45-ft. flex draper header..CALL

2004 New Holland CR960 2300 hours, Redekopp chopper, yield/moisture, 2012 Honey Bee 36-ft. header...................................................$150,000 1990 New Holland TR86 combine, 30-ft. 971 header, double knife, batt reel, 2213 hours..........$17,500 1992 Gleaner R72 combine, 2003 MacDon 963 draper header with pickup reel, 30.5x32, 390 hours on new Cummins engine, 2530 separator hours.......................................................$67,000 1978 John Deere 7700 combine, diesel engine, 3631 hours with 224 head, non hydro.................$4000 2010 Haybuster 2650 round bale processor, 1000 PTO drive with channel strippers............$14,000 2013 Farm King 9-ft. side sickle mower, 540 PTO, hydraulic lift, skid shoes, extra parts............. Call 2008 Walinga 6614 grain vac, 3200 bushel per hour, 3 sections hoses.....................................$16,000 MacDon 973 draper header with pickup reel, 39-ft., fits R-62 and R-65...................................$21,000 Alloway 10”x60-ft. swing away grain auger, 540 PTO, scissor lift, mechanical drive hopper..........$3000 Feteral 8”x60-ft. grain auger, PTO drive............$700 2006 WheatHeart 10”x61-ft. swing away, lo-pro mechanical drive hopper, with reverser, scissor lift... ...................................................................$7500 Farmhand F46A manure spreader, tandem axle, 540 PTO drive, poly floor...................................$5500

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2011 New Holland BR7090 twine & net, wide pickup, flotation tires, 1000 PTO drive, 8000 bales........ .............................................................. $27,000 Hesston 560 with auto tie, 540 PTO. #UHHS51..... ................................................................. $5500 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 round baler, 1000 PTO. #UHVM33.................................................. $7500

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PJ 8” I-BEAM DECKOVERS 14K GVW

16-ft. straight deck with 6-ft.6” slide-in ramps, spare tire mount. Retails for $5419. Selling price $4859..................... REDUCED TO $4699

18-ft. straight deck with 6-ft.6” slide-in ramps, spare tire mount only. Retails for $5479. Selling price $4899. ................... REDUCED TO $4799 20-ft. straight deck with two 6-ft.6” slide-in ramps, 102” side, Douglas Fir decking, front toolbox, spare tire mount only. Retails for $6249. Selling price $5589.....................REDUCED TO $5399.

20-ft. dovetail with two fold-up ramps, cold weather wiring harness. Retails for $6009. Selling Price $5389.....................REDUCED TO $5189.

GOOSENECK FLATDECKS WITH DUALS 26-ft. flatdeck with duals, 25,000 GVW, two 10K axles, 5-ft. dovetail with 3 flip-over ramps, cold weather wiring harness. Retails for $11,459.

Selling price $10,279. . REDUCED TO $10,099 26-ft. flatdeck with duals, 25,000 GVW, two 10K axles, 5-ft. dovetail with 2 monster ramps, cold weather wiring harness. Retails for $12,199.

Selling price $10,849. . REDUCED TO $10,699 30-ft. flatdeck with duals, 25,000 GVW, two 10K axles, 5-ft. dovetail with 2 flip-over monster ramps, cold weather wiring harness. Retails for $12,669. Selling price $11,349. ............... REDUCED TO $11,199 32-ft. flatdeck with duals, 25,000 GVW, 2-12K axles, Douglas Fir decking, cold weather wiring harness, 5-ft. Dovetail with 2-flip over Monster ramps. Retails for $14,496......................... Will sell for $12,979

GOOSENECK FLATDECKS WITH SINGLES

26-ft. flatdeck with singles, 15,680# GVW, 5-ft. 26-ft. flatdeck with singles, 15,680# GVW, 5-ft. dovetail with two flip-over monster ramps, cold center pop-up dovetail with two flip-over ramps, weather wiring harness, Douglas Fir decking, cold weather wiring harness, Douglas Fir deck. spare tire and front tool box. Retails for $9379.

Retails for $9139. Selling price $8209. .............

Selling price $8429. ....... REDUCED TO $8199 ........................................ REDUCED TO $7999

PJ DUMP TRAILERS

PJ DECKOVER DUMP TRAILER

PJ 83”x14-ft. tandem axle dump, 14K GVW scissor lift, split spreader gate, tarp kit. Retails for $8519. Selling price $7419................................. ........................................ REDUCED TO $7199 PJ 83”x14-ft. gooseneck tandem axle dump, 14K PJ 96”x14-ft. tandem axle deckover dump, 14K GVW split spreader gate, tarp kit. Retails for GVW split spreader gate, tarp kit, spare tire. $8809. Selling price $7879................................

Retails for $9829. Selling price $8809................ ........................................REDUCED TO $7599 ........................................ REDUCED TO $8599

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26-ft. power tilt with two 7K axles, 22-ft. tilt, cold weather wiring harness, Douglas Fir decking, 12” oc cross members, 102” deck width, two expanded metal traction plates on back of deck.

Retails for $10,479. Selling price $9379............. .......................................... REDUCED TO 9199 New Circle D 20-ft. stock trailer, 2-7K torsion axles, Bull package, floor mats, combo gates with slam-latch at rear and center, spare tire and wheel. Charcoal Gray or White. Retail $10,099.

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By NDSU Extension Service The Kidder/Oliver 4-H range judging team placed first in the senior division of the state 4-H and Old West Region range judging contests in Carrington, North Dakota on September 18.

Team members are Monica Fitterer and Michelle Fitterer of Tuttle and Rebecca Schmidt of Center. Monica Fitterer was first high individual in the contest. This team will have the opportunity to represent North Dakota at the National Invitational 4-H Range Judging Contest in Oklahoma next spring.

The Foster County team of Casey Mack of Kensal, Justin Lee of Grace City and Jacey Retzlaff of Carrington placed second in the senior 4-H division and third in the 4-H division of the Old West Region contest.

Third place in the senior 4-H division went to the team from Stark-Billings counties. Team members are Caden Tuhy, Marissa Tuhy and Kyle Kostelecky, all of Dickinson.

The team of Jarrett Lardy of West Fargo, Shelby Sedivec and Kyra Sedivec of Mayville, and Amy Anderson of Clifford competed in the open division and placed second in the Old West Region 4-H contest.

The region consists of North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Nebraska and Wyoming. States take turns hosting the contest.

The Oliver County team placed first in the junior division of the state 4-H range judging contest. Team members are Reanna Schmidt, Breanna Vosberg and Erika Vosberg, all of Center; Olivia Klein of Max; and Teanna Hintz and Rylee Hintz of Hannover. Schmidt also was high individual in the junior division of the contest.

The range judging contest consists of three ecologic sites and two range plant identification sites. Participants evaluate the soil type, slope and plant content of each site, along with the current condition of the range, and make recommendations related to range management practices.

Each plant identification site consists of 15 plants. The participants identify and indicate various traits for each plant.

The contest also includes a team problem related to a range situation. The team must calculate the appropriate stocking rate and management practices to fit the situation.

The range judging contest is conducted with support and sponsorship from the North Dakota 4-H Foundation and Society of Range Management. Kevin Sedivec, Extension rangeland management specialist, officiated the contest.

Extension honorary organization presents awards

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By NDSU Extension Service Epsilon Sigma Phi, the Extension Service honorary organization, presented awards to 11 individuals and groups at the October 12-15 North Dakota State University Extension Service/Research Extension Center fall conference in Bismarck.

Honored were: Friends of Extension • Jesse Handegard, Bismarck, who volunteers at the North Dakota 4-H Camp and serves on the North Dakota 4-H Foundation • Rodney Howe, Hettinger, former chair of the State Board of Agricultural Research and Education (SBARE) • North Dakota Rural Rehabilitation Corporation, which made major contributions to the North Dakota 4-H Camp’s renovation and building project • Meritorious Support Service Award: Jayne Aukland, finance administrator, Extension Pesticide Program, and Linda Schuster, administrative secretary, Carrington Research Extension Center • Early Career Service Award: Karla Meikle, Extension agent, 4-H youth development, Morton County • Mid-Career Service Award: Janet Knodel, Extension entomologist, Fargo • Administrative Leadership Award: Gerald Sturn, southwest district director, Bismarck • International Service Award: Mohamed Khan, Extension sugar beet specialist, Fargo • Distinguished Service Award: Brad Brummond, Walsh County Extension agent, agriculture and natural resources • Visionary Leadership Award: Brad Cogdill, Center for 4-H Youth Development chair, Fargo

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Check these Great Buys 18,000 gallon NH3/propane tank, 250 psi, good data plates....... ....................................................................... $37,500 loaded 8000 gallon propane tanks, 250 psi, good data plates................ .......................................................................... $15,000 each 2-6000 gallon propane tanks, 200 psi........$18,000 for the pair

2009 Rogator 1286C sprayer, Cat diesel engine, 1200 gallon SS, 100-ft. boom, poly chemical inductor, 5-way nozzle, SmarTrax, Raven Viper Pro, 2865 hours............. .....................................................$94,500

2009 Terra Gator 8204, Cat, Terra Shift, Airmax Precision 2, twin bin, Raven SmarTrax, 4530 hours..................$93,500

1450 gallon NH3 tanks............

2010 Case IH Titan 4520 ............ From $4800 to $5200 auto, 3 bin, 70-ft. boom, SmarTrax autosteer, Viper Pro, 3178 hours....... $175,000

2012 Case IH 4430 1200 gallon SS, 90-ft. boom, 20” space, stainless chemical inductor, 1630 hours... $158,000

2004 Loral C15 Cat, automatic, Air Max 1000......... $93,000

2009 Case IH 4520 Viper Pro, Smartrax. 2860 hours. Emaculate condition......... $155,000

2006 Terra Gator 8104 Soilection Air Max 2000 dry, 70-ft. boom, electric roll over tarp, Raven Smartrax easy steering, Falcon controller, 5730 hours................ $83,000

2-2004 Rogator with Air Max bed, 5500 hours..................... .................$36,000 & $48,000

2004 Case IH FLX4010 automatic, 1800 gallon stainless steel liquid, 80-ft. boom, SCS660 controller, Raven cruiser, shows 7147 hours...... .................................. $63,000

Wilmar 25-ton tender on spread axle trailer...... $39,500 Wilmar 25-ton tender on semi........................... $36,500

2003 Loral 6300 300 hp, Al1994 International with Ray- lison automatic, Airmax 1000, man 24-ton top auger tender.. 70-ft. boom, Raven monitor, .................................. $44,000 Trimble GPS, 2617 hours....... .................................. $76,000

2006 Case FLX 4510 floater, Allison automatic, Cummins, FlexAir 810 box, Viper controller, autosteer, shedded every night, 7466 hours, runs great. ..........$76,000...........$104,00

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1983 Peterbilt tandem with tag, Twin 2000 gallon NH3 twin pack, 265 psi............. $35,000

2000 Loral EZ Rider 3000 SS, Air Max 5, 6100 hours...... .................................. $63,000

2007 Case IH 4520 3 bin, autosteer, 3100 hours.. $137,000

1997 Hart two hopper semi tender........................ $35,000

2002 Case IH SPX4260 die2005 Case 4510 370 hp, auto, sel engine, hydrostatic drive, 70-ft. flex air bed, 4000 hours. 1200 gallon stainless steel ................................ $103,000 tank, 60/80-ft. boom.. $76,000

2005 Case 4010 370 hp, automatic transmission, 70-ft. flex air bed, 3500 hours...$121,000 2008 Adams 25-ton semi tender with back auger, self-contained......................... $39,500 1990 Adams 25-ton semi tender with back auger, not self contained ..................$27,000

2001 Case 3300 3-wheel, Cummins auto, flex-air sys$43,000 $63,000 tem............................

2007 Case 4520 3 bin, 70-ft. booms, autosteer, 5500 hours. .................................$119,000

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2003 Case 4300 Cummins automatic, flex-air system....... .................................. $62,000 1990 Volvo Cummins 10 speed, with 16-ton Wilmar tender........................ $24,500

2003 International, ISM Cummins, 10 speed.. $20,000

2006 Timpte conveyor semi 1990 International 2600 galtender, self contained, electric tarp, electric gate opener........ Wrangler with bucket or forks. lon propane truck, diesel, .................................. $43,000 .................................. $13,500 pump and meter........ $15,500

2002 Sterling, with 3116 Cat, automatic, Mark Four controller, new leader G4 bed, 5700 hours......................... $68,000

1999 Loral DT530, autoshift, Air Max 5 bed, 5700 hours..... .................... $41,000 $51,900 1996 Loral..$31,000..$37,500

9000 gallon poly storage tanks.................... $3800 each

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Deadline to increase protections for forage crop losses

USDA State Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director Bruce Nelson announced that the deadline for Montana producers to obtain or modify higher levels of coverage through the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) to protect against poor forage crop quality because of drought or other natural disasters where the forage is intended for mechanical harvest has been extended to November 13, 2015.

“For some 2016 forage crops, the application deadline for NAP occurred before information became available to measure losses due to quality that could influence loss payments, so we extended the deadline so that producers have more time to decide what type of modified coverage works best for their operation,” Nelson said.

The Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program protects agricultural crops for which crop insurance is not available from losses due to natural disasters, such as drought, freeze, hail, excessive moisture, excessive wind or hurricanes. The program offers basic coverage at 55 percent of the average market price for crop losses exceeding 50 percent of expected production, and higher levels of coverage, up to 65 percent of expected production at 100 percent of the average market price. Higher coverage is not available on grazing crops. However,

the extension does not afford producers the opportunity to purchase basic 50/55 NAP coverage.

Producers interested in adjusting their NAP coverage must submit the appropriate paperwork to their local FSA county office before the November 13 deadline. To find your local USDA Service Center go to http://offices.usda.gov. For more details on the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program, visit www.fsa.usda.gov/nap.

The protections provided by this program were made possible by the 2014 Farm Bill, which builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past five years, while achieving meaningful reform and billions of dollars in savings for the taxpayer. Since enactment, USDA has made significant progress to implement each provision of this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve quality of life in rural America.

For more information, visit http://www. usda.gov/farmbill.

Food toxin detector incorporates camera

By Sandra Avant, Agricultural Research Service A new system that incorporates a digital camera to detect pathogens that cause foodborne illness has been developed

by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists.

The high cost of equipment used to identify pathogens restricts widespread testing of foods for toxins that cause food poisoning, which sickens millions of Americans each year. The new system, devised by chemist Reuven Rasooly and his colleagues at the Agricultural Research Service’s Western Regional Research Center (WRRC) in Albany, California, measures Shiga toxin activity as effectively as equipment that costs 100 times more.

Shiga toxin, a product of Escherichia coli (E. coli) O157:H7, is a major concern for the food industry. It is estimated that E. coli O157:H7 causes 73,000 cases of food poisoning and more than 60 deaths in the United States each year. It is critical to be able to determine toxin activity, because the active form poses a threat to humans, and the inactive form is nontoxic. However, current immunological tests cannot distinguish between the active and inactive form of Shiga toxin.

The new inexpensive system can distinguish between active and inactive toxins, according to Rasooly. It involves a $300 camera and a light-emitting source to biologically determine active toxin. A fluorometer, which is generally used to detect toxins, costs about $35,000.

Research on this project involved constructing a fluorescence detection system using a camera and light source to measure toxicity in a Shiga toxin food sample. Fluorescence measurements were obtained by taking a picture with a camera and analyzing the image with a free, available computer software.

The system is easy to adapt and also can be used to detect other foodborne toxins. When compared with a commercial fluorometer for detecting active Shiga toxin, both methods had the same toxin detection level.

This type of technology is a big plus, especially for developing countries where the risk of foodborne illness and outbreaks is greater. It is easy and affordable for diagnostic laboratories that cannot afford a fluorometer to detect food toxins.

ARS is USDA’s principal intramural scientific research agency. ##### Although the turkey originated in North and Central America around 10 million years ago, it was mistakenly named after what was believed to be its country of origin.

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USDA transfers 3,800 acres to Florida A&M University

By Kim Kaplan, Agricultural Research Service The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today marked the transfer of more than 3,800 acres of land and facilities that comprised the former USDA Subtropical Agricultural and Research Station to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (Florida A&M). This is one of the largest single land transfers to one of the 19 historically black land-grant universities established under the Second Morrill Act of 1890.

“A new chapter in the history of this land begins as we transfer from Agricultural Research Service to Florida A&M University,” said ARS administrator Chavonda JacobsYoung. “We look forward to our Florida A&M University (FAMU) colleagues continuing a fine legacy of agricultural research here and teaching the next generation of growers and producers as part of a new Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Program (http://nifa.usda.gov/funding-opportunity/beginning-farmer-and-rancher-development-programbfrdp).”

FAMU President Elmira Mangum said the transfer will greatly enhance the university’s research capacity.

“We are grateful to the USDA for entrusting us with this land,” President Mangum said. “It will enable FAMU to develop educational training and developmental programs for new and beginning farmers and ranchers, and to teach them the latest biotechnological innovations and other key initiatives.”

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By K-State Research and Extension News Much-needed precipitation through the U.S. heartland this year has replenished soil moisture, refilled ponds and promises to boost crop yields, thanks to the weather phenomenon known as El Niño, according to Iowa State University agricultural climatologist Elwynn Taylor. And the benefits for the Midwest may continue into 2016.

El Niño is associated with a warming of Pacific Ocean water, and tends to bring warmer, drier conditions to the northwest United States and cooler, wetter conditions to the Plains.

The conditions are a far cry from the recent La Niña – the opposite of El Niño, which brought drought to the central U.S., said Taylor, who spoke at the recent Kansas State University Risk and Profit Conference. “We’ve just come out of the second strongest La Niña in recorded history, about 200 years, and that brought us a disastrous drought. That’s the drought we had in the Corn Belt in 2012. That’s the first widespread drought that we’ve had in the Corn Belt since 1988.”

He likened the El Niño-La Niña phenomenon to a pendulum that swings from one extreme direction for a 14-month period and then to the extreme in the opposite direction.

“Because of the rainfall and mild temperatures in the central U.S., an El Niño gives a 70 percent chance of an above trend line yield for corn and soybeans in the Corn Belt, if other factors don’t come into play,” he said, adding that when corn yields are high in the Midwest, wheat yields in northwest states tend to be below average, because El Niño tends to bring drought to those states.

It’s unclear how long the current El Niño will last, but in similar situations where one has followed a strong La Niña, the El Niño has lasted a full two years rather than 14 months, which is average.

“If it goes 14 months, that it gets us well into 2016. It could get us off to a good start with the crop, but it could go bad after that,” Taylor said, noting that El Niño has sometimes gone on for 24 months – even 36 months, but that’s rare. “In ancient history, they’ve gone on for four or five years, but we don’t expect to see that this time around,” he said.

“With El Niño, we tend to have closer to average conditions than extremes. That is, the summer’s not oppressively hot, the winter’s not bitterly cold, and that is good news for people with cattle outside and people with winter wheat,” he said.

Taylor said scientists who study El Niño and La Niña have a good record for knowing four or five months in advance what conditions are coming: “That’s good news, but it doesn’t get you all the way through a growing season.”

That’s why people should pay attention, he said, adding, “We don’t get a sudden change from La Niña to El Niño.

That’s a gradual one over months – a gentle change. But, when a strong El Niño ends, it can suddenly go to a La Niña condition, such as the major drought we had in 1988 that began just weeks after we went into La Niña.”

That’s why risk management is so important, he said, adding that after El Niño, growers have to be ready for yields and prices to change quickly.

In an Agriculture Today radio interview during the conference, Taylor said that once an El Niño ends, there is often talk of high-pressure ridges forming that block precipitation.

The weather forecasts reporting those are typically focused on urban areas, especially in the New England states.

“We need to pay attention to what’s going on in the Gulf of Alaska. If we have a high-pressure system in the Gulf of Alaska, we’ve just cut off the rain in a line from Kansas City to Chicago and everything north of that. That’s a good chunk of Nebraska and Kansas,” he said.

El Niño is the friend of the Midwest farmer, as well as the Argentine farmer, and those in southern Brazil and Uruguay and adjacent areas, he added. It is not the friend of the extreme northwest United States or the adjacent Canadian farmer, or farmers in northern Brazil.

“In fact some Brazilian farmers try to cover this by owning as many acres in northern Brazil as in southern Brazil,” Taylor said. While one is suffering from El Niño, the other is benefiting from El Niño. That’s a form of risk management, by having farms in two locations.”

“Also, if the Australian farmer has an enemy, it’s El Niño,” he added.

Taylor said that based on studies going back hundreds of years, the upcoming year 2025 bears watching: “2025 isn’t necessarily the year we expect a “Dust Bowl” to peak, but it would be typical. The harshest years for weather for Midwest crops tend to be separated by 89 years. The worst year for the 1800s in Illinois and Iowa was 1847. Records were CONTINUED ON PAGE C24

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not kept that far back for Kansas and Nebraska. In the next century, the harshest weather year for crops was 1936. Tree rings indicate the 89-year tendency has existed for several centuries.”

Taylor believes this means that weather will get increasingly volatile until we hit the extremes. “Remember, volatility goes both ways,” he said. “Years with record-high yields or yields with half of that, and that’s a disaster. During the 18 years before 2010, we had consistent yields.”

“This is an advantage the farmer has, to look at what is the year’s volatility, what are the likely prices I can sell my grain at or buy my feed at this year, and what the likely low will be and the likely high,” he continued. “You’re not going to hit it exactly. Just realize this is likely to be a year that will have above trend line yields, and so we’re going to have prices that go along with a higher yield. You don’t know exactly how low they’ll go, but as long as you’re working on the correct side of the picture, you’ll make a profit. It’s hard to go bankrupt when you’re making a profit.”

Taylor said weather conditions through the 2020s may be much like the volatile years during the 1980s.

Farmers will always deal with risk, but Taylor said U.S. farmers have good government support. “The federal government does not want farmers to take such a beating one year that they’re not in business the next, as happened back during the Dust Bowl of the ‘30s. That’s why we have crop insurance.

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Commercial red meat production for the United States totaled 4.14 billion pounds in September, up 5 percent from the 3.96 billion pounds produced in September 2014.

Beef production, at 2.09 billion pounds, was 1 percent above the previous year. Cattle slaughter totaled 2.47 million head, down 2 percent from September 2014. The average live weight was up 39 pounds from the previous year, at 1,383 pounds.

Veal production totaled 6.8 million pounds, 5 percent below September a year ago.

Calf slaughter totaled 37,200 head, down 12 percent from September 2014. The average live weight was up 22 pounds from last year, at 312 pounds.

Pork production totaled 2.04 billion pounds, up 9 percent from the previous year. Hog slaughter totaled 9.73 million head, up 10 percent from September 2014. The average live weight was down 3 pounds from the previous year, at 280 pounds.

Lamb and mutton production, at 12.2 million pounds, was down slightly from September 2014. Sheep slaughter totaled 190,800 head, slightly below last year. The average live weight was 128 pounds, unchanged from September a year ago.

January to September 2015 commercial red meat production was 35.8 billion pounds, up 2 percent from 2014. Accumulated beef production was down 4 percent from last year, veal was down 16 percent, pork was up 8 percent from last year, and lamb and mutton production was down 4 percent.

OSU to lead $1.2 million food safety center to help farmers, processors

By Tiffany Woods, Oregon State University “Small farms and food processors have Oregon State University (OSU) will limited technical and financial means to administer a new $1.2 million center that comply with the FSMA rules, unlike large aims to help small and midsized farms and farming operations and food manufacturfood processors in 13 western states prevent ers,” said Robert McGorrin, the center’s foodborne illnesses. lead director and head of OSU’s Food SciThe initiative was announced today by ence and Technology Department. “This the federal government as part of an effort to center will provide a large number of help growers and processors of fruits, vegtrainers across the region with the technietables and nuts comply with requirements cal assistance to help them comply with the established under the 2011 Food Safety new rules.

Modernization Act (FSMA). The center, The center will also leverage existing which is not an actual building, is one of food safety training programs with Extenfour new regional hubs across the country. sion, community-based organizations and “It is critical that we provide relevant food hubs and cooperatives, he added. training and assistance to farmers, procesThe trainings can be customized to fit sors and wholesalers, especially to those a specific crop whether it’s hazelnuts, tree who may struggle to meet the requirefruits, potatoes or onions, McGorrin noted. ments,” said Sonny Ramaswamy, director “Unlike large-scale commodity crops such of the National Institute of Food and Agas wheat and corn, crops grown at small and riculture, which awarded the $1.2 million. medium-scale farms often have their own OSU and its partners will use the fundunique production, harvesting and processing – a third of which will go to OSU – to ing needs,” he said. develop trainers to teach others how to OSU and its partners will work with conduct workshops for small and midsized The Produce Safety Alliance and the Food farms, beginning farmers, small-scale food processors and wholesale produce vendors.

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One of Montana State University’s research and teaching farms was recently ranked among the 40 best college farms in the nation by College Ranker, an independent online college decision source.

The Arthur H. Post Teaching and Research Farm at MSU was ranked number 28 out of 40 of the best college farms nationwide. The rankings are based on hands-on experience, student involvement, community outreach programs, workshops, classes, lectures, volunteer opportunities and degree plan options.

David Gettel, farm operations manager of the Arthur H. Post Farm, said the farm was honored to be recognized for its many efforts.

“We have an incredibly active farm in terms of research, activities and community engagement,” Gettel said. “The people that are involved in plant breeding, pest management and crop rotation studies are absolutely the best in the nation. It’s not surprising that we are nationally ranked. This farm and the people that are conducting research here are a priceless asset to Montana State University and the state of Montana.”

The Arthur H. Post Farm is one of 12 active teaching and research farms affiliated with MSU, the MSU College of Agriculture and Montana Agricultural Experiment Station. The farm encompasses more than 254 acres of wheat and barley variety trials, cropping systems, pest management studies, and trials for Foundation seeds, or seeds developed by the experiment station for potential commercial production.

Additional institutions that made the list were Penn State University, Dartmouth College, Yale University and Cornell University.

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He added that the trainers could include representatives from regulatory agencies, nongovernmental organizations and commodity group associations.

The center is a partnership with landgrant universities in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming and Guam as well as American Samoa Community College.

OSU already has a robust educational outreach program for food safety. OSU food microbiologist Mark Daeschel fields calls and emails from Oregonians wanting to make and sell thermally processed acidified foods. He said he evaluated more than 500 products in 2014 to make sure they were processed properly. Also, the OSU Extension Service has published a 24-page guide for processors and regulators called Ensuring Food Safety in Specialty Foods Production, and its faculty helped create the Northwest Specialty Food Network

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OSU faculty members also teach an annual class for businesses that produce acidified and low-acid foods. The government requires these companies to have a supervisor on site who completed such a course. Additionally, OSU conducts a workshop each year for food processors to help them comply with federal requirements for hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP).

The creation of the center, which was supported by U.S. Reps. Kurt Schrader, Earl Blumenauer and Greg Walden, comes after a 2011 outbreak of E. coli was caused by deer droppings on an Oregon strawberry farm. Seven people were hospitalized and one person died. That same year, eight people in the Midwest were infected with E. coli after eating hazelnuts, and a multistate Listeria outbreak associated with cantaloupe was traced to a Colorado farm; it sickened 147 people and killed 33.

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Sen. Roberts, 2015 Friend of Agricultural Economics

By K-State Research and Extension The Council on Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics and the National Association of Agricultural Economics Administrators on September 28 recognized U.S. Sen. Pat Roberts, R-Kansas, by presenting him the 2015 Friend of Agricultural Economics Award for his employment of economics to policy issues involving agriculture, natural resources, food and nutrition topics.

The Friend of Agricultural Economics Award is presented biennially to members of Congress for their support of economics research, extension, education and reasoning.

Award recipients are nominated by university departments of agricultural economics from across the country and voted on by leaders of the profession.

C-FARE chair Roger Coupal of the University of Wyoming noted “his appreciation of the application of economics to policy issues.”

Roberts is the first member of Congress in history to have chaired the House Agriculture Committee and now the Senate Committee of Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry. He has also served as the ranking member of each committee.

Allen Featherstone, agricultural economics department head and professor at Kansas State University nominated Roberts, stating, “The chairman’s work on revenue-based crop insurance has been instrumental in facilitating greater efficiency and delivery in disaster programming. Additionally, this insurance vehicle not only utilized key economic research, but also has enabled the agricultural economics profession to better serve the agricultural sector.”

In his nomination, Featherstone cited Roberts’ work on the revenue based crop insurance contract, noting that in the past, disaster programs often delayed payment until at least a year after harvest. Revenue based crop insurance resulted in a major shift in economic research, teaching and outreach which has helped better serve the agriculture sector.

Featherstone also cited Roberts’ support of the Ogallala Aquifer Program, a consortium of researchers from several universities and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which is searching for solutions to the depletion of groundwater from the Ogallala Aquifer.

“I am honored to receive this award. I work hard to promote Kansas’ agriculture as well as the national agricultural enterprise. Agricultural and applied economics analyses support this approach, offering valuable information to assist in developing the best policies for Kansas and our nation,” Roberts said.

Previous award winners include: Rep. Greg Walden (2013), Sen. Debbie Stabenow and Sen. Roy Blunt (2011), Rep. Chet Edwards (2009), Rep. Frank Lucas (2007), Rep. Adam Putnam and Rep. Rosa DeLauro (2005), and Sen. Thad Cochran (2003).

Agricultural economics is the study of the economic forces that affect the food, fiber and fuel industry from the producer and rural communities to the agribusiness and consumer.

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By Julie Garden-Robinson, Food and Nutrition Specialist, NDSU Extension Service butcher and pluck chickens and cut them “I pledge my head to clearer thinking, up for dinner. They learned how to cook, my heart to greater loyalty, my hands to bake and preserve foods. larger service, and my health to better Interestingly, the 4-H food guide stated living, for my club, my community, my that during World War II, $1.5 million country and my world.” worth of vegetables were spoiled due to If you recognize this pledge, chances improper canning. When I ran the figure in are you have been in 4-H, or perhaps your an online inflation calculator, the value of child and/or other relative has been in the wasted food would be more than $25 4-H. Maybe you are or have been a 4-H million in today’s dollars. volunteer leader.

Yes, proper food preservation can save Growing up as a “town kid,” I was not money and your life, too. in a 4-H club. Typically, kids who lived on Much of the canning research was done farms were in 4-H. However, I liked doduring the 1940s. Participants in the 1947 ing all the sorts of things that my friends 4-H food curriculum were taught the prinin 4-H did, including gardening, baking and sewing. ciples of pressure canning, which allows I certainly liked looking at all my the temperature in the center of jars to cousin’s purple “grand champion” ribreach 240 F. This temperature inactivates the deadly bacteria that can produce the bons earned at the county fair for her 4-H botulism toxin in the right environment. projects.

Botulism is potentially fatal.

Two of my own “city kids” are 4-H I was happy to note that even in 1947, members and my third child was enrolled oven canning was not considered safe. By through his senior year of high school. My the way, if anyone shares guidelines to can children have gathered bountiful lifelong food in the oven with you today, let them skills in everything from public speaking know the National Center for Home Food to health, gardening, sewing, baking, sciPreservation considers this a dangerous ence and technology, outdoor skills, dog practice. Dry heat from your oven does training, art and photography. not penetrate jars sufficiently to heat the With my kids’ involvement in 4-H clubs, food to safe temperatures.

I became a club leader many years ago.

Further, the 4-H guide cautioned that I have learned new skills, too. I learned oven canning might result in “jars explodhow to train our three dogs, as much as dachshunds allow “training.” I also learned ing, the oven door may fly off, or a person how to take decent photos with my digital may be injured from flying glass.” Yes, camera. in 1947, they had a good handle on the As part of my job at NDSU, I also help dangers of oven canning. create 4-H food and health-related materiA couple of the 4-H recipes included eggs that were not fully cooked. Now als. we would recommend using pasteurized I admire my children’s bulletin boards (heat-treated) eggs in their place. with their collections of blue, pink and Lard was used in the pie crusts instead purple ribbons earned at the local and state of other types of fat. Lard still makes the fairs. But, really, couldn’t my kids give flakiest pie crusts, by the way. their old mom a purple grand champion In the 1940s, refined flour was used in ribbon in appreciation of my being their nearly all the bread, cookie and muffin long-term helper? recipes. As we have learned more about the 4-H club-based programs were launched health benefits of whole-grain ingredients, in 1902 by A.B. Graham, an Ohio school such as whole-wheat flour and oatmeal, principal. Now the 4-H youth developour emphasis in nutrition has been to make ment program reaches more than 6 million at least half of your grains whole grains. youth in urban, suburban and rural areas My step back in food history was an throughout the U.S. and beyond. Foodinteresting one. Here’s a recipe from related programs have been popular topics the 1947 “Foods the 4-H Way” member for children enrolled in 4-H. manual. This reminds me of a recipe that The other day, our state 4-H program my mother used to make. See https://www. leader lent me two 4-H food curriculum ag.ndsu.edu/food for more information member manuals dated 1947. He knows about food preservation and nutrition.

I enjoy looking at historical food- and Contact your local office of the NDSU cooking-related information. I carefully Extension Service for more information examined the fragile sheets of paper that about 4-H. probably were typed using a manual typewriter and copied with carbon paper.

Bread Pudding As I paged through the curriculum for 3 c. soft bread pieces “4-H girls,” I became a little nostalgic 1 quart scalded milk reading the recipes. By the way, presently, 2 Tbsp. butter food projects are not only for girls; boys 2 eggs, slightly beaten enjoy food projects, too.

1/2 c. sugar In the years right after World War II, 1/2 tsp. salt girls engaged in this food curriculum were 1 tsp. vanilla advised to drink six glasses of water, wash 1 c. raisins their hands before meals, and eat three Heat oven to 325 F. Heat milk in a meals a day with no sweets between meals saucepan to scale (bubbles will form “except at a party.” They were to strive to around side; do not boil). Break bread into miss no days from school because of illpieces about 1 inch in size. Place bread in ness. That’s still good advice. hot milk, then add butter and let stand 20 I was a little amused by hygiene recomminutes. Beat eggs slightly. Add sugar, mendations, considering the vast array salt and vanilla to eggs. Add to bread and of shampoos and soaps available today. milk mixture and mix thoroughly. Add 1940s-era young girls were advised to raisins. Pour into a buttered baking dish take a warm sponge bath or tub bath twice and bake for 60 minutes. Test with a knife. a week and shampoo their hair twice a If it comes out clean, the bread pudding month. is done.

After viewing this document, I can see Makes six servings. Each serving has why women who took part in these pro320 calories, 6 grams (g) fat, 11 g protein, grams as children were self-sufficient as 55 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber and 380 miladults. The curriculum taught them how to ligrams sodium.

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Soils protect the natural environment

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By Katie Allen, K-State Research and Extension Managing the health of the world’s largest filter – soil – means protecting the larger environment and the other resources it contains. Clean water and clean air are dependent on having a healthy soil for a particular environment, whether that environment is rural or urban.

“Having a healthy soil is important to the environment from a number of aspects,” said Peter Tomlinson, assistant professor of agronomy at Kansas State University (K-State). “We need a healthy soil so we can efficiently grow our food crops. Healthy soil has good water-holding capacity, so when we have large rain events, water is able to rapidly infiltrate into the soil, and we minimize the amount of runoff.”

Reducing soil runoff, also called soil erosion, in rural areas is important to keep nutrients in fields to help with food production rather than losing these nutrients to other areas, such as lakes, rivers and other water resources. In urban areas with man-made surfaces such as roads and sidewalks, proper stormwater management is crucial.

“Soil purifies water,” said Gary Pierzynski, head of K-State’s Department of Agronomy. “In a stormwater management system in a community, you can direct some of that surface runoff to areas where it can interact with soil. A rain garden is a good example. You can actually take pavement – an impervious surface – and increase the permeability by providing spaces for water to percolate through, then gather that water and direct it to an area that is vegetated.”

“Water is transpired back to the atmosphere by the plants, or slowly discharged into subsurface soil layers or perhaps to surface water after a fair amount of cleansing has already occurred,” he added.

All people can do their part to ensure soil and environmental quality. “Soils Protect the Natural Environment” is the September theme for the 2015 International Year of Soils.

Rural environments Much activity occurs below our feet, which can make soil a fascinating natural resource for many people. Quality soils rely on microorganisms such as fungi and bacteria, to larger organisms, such as earthworms, for nutrient cycling and environmental protection.

“The collection of diverse organisms inhabiting a soil work together to transform our plant residues and decompose them into available nutrients for future crops,” Tomlinson said.

The main three nutrients needed in the soil for crop production are nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, he said. Once plants finish their life cycle, their residues return to the soil surface. Microorganisms break down the residues and help return nutrients back to the soil, so these nutrients are available to another generation of plants.

This cycle is continual in many prairie systems and conservation areas, Tomlinson said, but in agricultural systems, people should recognize the removal of some nutrients in the grain or hay that is harvested.

“We need to add back to the system nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium to continue to maintain the health of soil,” he said.

Soil tests can help with balancing soil nutrients. In grazing systems, the nutrients are often placed back into the soil naturally through livestock manure, Tomlinson said. People can also apply manure or commercial fertilizers to enhance soil.

Diversity of plant species is also important for soil quality, he said. Legume species can help fix nitrogen in the soil, for example.

Pasture burning in the spring is a way to accelerate the nutrient cycle in rural areas, Tomlinson added. It provides for a flush of nutrients – carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium – for the next growth cycle in the prairie.

Urban environments “I often say that soils are much like the plumbing or electrical system in your home. You don’t miss them until they don’t function properly. That’s in the case for soils in urban and agricultural environments,” Pierzynski said.

The more green space available in urban areas, the more support soils can provide to environmental health in those areas.

That’s because soils can absorb stormwater and not allow it to flow directly into other bodies of water that are used for drinking, irrigation, recreation and many other needs.

“The old way of dealing with stormwater was gathering it from the streets and parking lots and discharging it into creeks, lakes and other sources of water,” Pierzynski said. “What happens in that situation is any contaminants in the water, which could include any chemicals or fertilizers used around the home or anything that spills on the streets, such as fuels or oils, go into the stormwater and straight into that larger body of water.”

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Soil helps purify water in three ways: physically, chemically and biologically. The physical process of filtration is similar to running a liquid through a screen that separates the solid particles out, he said. Many of these particles are sediments and organic materials that become part of the soil fabric and don’t pose concerns to soil quality.

He said that chemically, soils can bond to contaminants and hold them in place. This helps reduce any harmful chemicals from entering the groundwater supply.

Finally, from a biological standpoint, soils help decompose organic materials.

“Microorganisms that are either present in the soil or perhaps whose activities are enhanced by plants can degrade compounds (in stormwater) and convert these to less harmful substances, most times to carbon dioxide and water that are returned to the atmosphere,” Pierzynski said.

While urban planners can help by adding more green space, homeowners can help protect the environment by providing adequate but not excessive nutrients to keep landscape materials in good condition and increasing organic matter content to allow for the rapid infiltration of water.

To watch a video interview about “Soils Protect the Natural Environment” that features Tomlinson and Pierzynski, log on to the K-State Research and Extension YouTube page (https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=G7V4JKTR6eU&feature=youtu.be). The Soil Science Society of America has numerous resources for the public, teachers and children about soil and each monthly theme for the International Year of Soils.

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Weighing the benefits, risks of wild birds on organic farms

By Sylvia Kantor, WSU CAHNRS Washington State University (WSU) researchers will help organic growers protect human health by assessing the risks and benefits of wild birds on organic farms. Researchers received nearly $2 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Organic Research and Extension Initiative to conduct the study.

“For fresh produce growers, food safety concerns about E. coli and salmonella have become a big issue that’s causing somewhat of a generalized freak out,” said Bill Snyder, the WSU professor of entomology leading the study. “We’re trying to figure out where these pathogens are really coming from and how to manage them.”

Many organic growers create habitat on their farms to feed and shelter birds because they are important predators of insects that can damage crops. At the same time, wild birds have been implicated in the spread of harmful pathogens like E. coli and salmonella.

Snyder said there’s not a lot of rigorous research that looks at these connections across diverse farming systems and different bird species.

Droppings tell all Over the next four years, his team will collect and analyze bird droppings from more than 70 organic vegetable farms in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and California.

“I don’t think anyone has had the resources to do a study that’s as comprehensive and on such a large, regional scale before,” he said. “We’re really excited about it.”

Molecular analysis of bird droppings will identify what types of insects the birds are eating as well as the types of pathogens and parasites they carry that are important to human and livestock health. The scientists will use this information to quantify the risk of birds spreading diseases that endanger food safety.

Science-based food safety guidelines The goal of the research is to inform the development of food safety guidelines, known as good agricultural practices or GAPs, using evidence-based information.

Meeting existing GAP guidelines can be costly for organic farmers who feel pressure to remove hedgerows and other types of habitat that support wildlife in order to reduce food safety risks. But removing habitat can harm the ecology of areas that support beneficial wildlife, and there is little evidence that the practice is improves food safety.

“You need scientifically-based evidence on why you’re doing something to avoid moving forward in a panic,” Snyder said.

He said that GAPS are rarely based on rigorous, onfarm research demonstrating that they benefit food safety.

Farmer access to bird information He also said surprisingly few studies document the pest-control benefits birds provide in U.S. farming systems, and most studies that do are from tropical regions. At the same time, few studies have looked at the role birds play as disease vectors across different types of farming systems and regions.

Working with the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology and The Nature Conservancy, the project will adapt existing electronic bird management tools for famers so they can easily access farmspecific recommendations for wild birds.

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Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away?

By Julie Garden-Robinson, Food and Nutrition Specialist, NDSU Extension Service As I looked up at our apple tree with its big red apples, I was carried back in time to a memory of my children’s younger years. They usually help with the apple harvest if we have a good year. They have learned about a lot of things in the process.

“I want to pick apples, too!” my younger daughter announced as her older brother and sister headed into our backyard with plastic bags. She was about 4 at the time.

“She drops them on the ground and picks up the bad ones!” my then-12-year-old son said as he grabbed the apple picker from her little hands.

My then-9-year-old daughter nodded and said to her sister, “Yes, you need to stay inside!”

A battle of the siblings was brewing and it was going to be loud. I grabbed my little girl’s hand and sidestepped the eruption about to take place.

Keep in mind, I am the food and nutrition specialist and not the parenting expert. I did the best I could.

“OK, you will help me. I’ll pick the apples and give them to you. You will gently put them in the bag. Can you do that?”

I asked my young daughter.

“Yes, I can!” she said, looking at her siblings through narrowed eyes. They grinned at their defiant little sister. She was a good apple-picking assistant. Even better, they all enjoyed apple slices for a snack that day.

Fortunately, as time has passed, my kids have become more patient with each other - most of the time, anyway.

They still enjoy apples, especially when we make delicious recipes using them.

Are apples healthful? A medium apple, which is about the size of a tennis ball, contains about 80 calories, 3 grams of dietary fiber and only a trace of fat. Apples are made up of about 85 percent water. The type of fiber apples contain, called pectin, has been linked with lowering blood cholesterol and potentially reducing the risk of heart disease.

Apples may help with weight maintenance or loss. For example, a 12-week study conducted in Brazil showed that overweight women ages 30 to 50 lost weight when they supplemented their diets with apples or pears. Groups of study participants ate either extra fruit or a cookie with fruit fiber. The group who ate an oat cookie with fruit fiber did not lose a significant amount of weight. In addition, the blood sugar levels among the group eating apples or pears decreased, compared with those eating the oat cookies with fruit fiber.

A more recent study examined the effects of apple juice on brain function. The researchers studied 21 nursing home residents ranging in age from 72 to 93. All were experiencing moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease. The residents continued their regular diet with the addition of two 4-ounce glasses of apple juice daily. Although their ratings on the Dementia Rating Scale did not improve, their anxiety and agitation levels decreased.

Although the results of these two studies were promising, more research is needed. However, we do not need to wait for the results to enjoy more apples every day. Apples are a delicious and healthful ingredient.

When selecting apples, choose fruit without bruises. Fruit without blemishes tends to last longer. Store apples in a cool place just above freezing, such as in a refrigerator with humidity to help prevent shriveling.

Remember to wash apples with plenty of water, but no soap, before eating. If you have an abundance of apples, remember, they can be frozen, canned, dried or made into jelly. Visit https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/food for information and recipes about all types of food preservation.

If you press apples to make apple juice or cider, be sure to heat the juice to at least 165 degrees to kill bacteria that could be present. Foodborne illness outbreaks have been associated with fresh, unpasteurized apple juice. Store heattreated apple juice in the refrigerator.

Here is a tasty recipe that my students tried in our food lab at NDSU. Yes, having a plain apple has fewer calories and no fat, so remember, this is a treat.

We tried this recipe with Honeycrisp apples. The apples on my Haralson tree, a tart Granny Smith or many other varieties would provide a tasty result as well. Check out the apple information in the produce section of many grocery stores to learn the best ways to use them.

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By Barbara Gnirk, Agricultural Research Division, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Steven Harris, assistant professor in the plant pathology department (University of Nebraska-Lincoln) has received a $496,000 grant from the National Science Foundation for a project entitled “Integrating Multiple Analyses to Understand Gene Regulatory Networks.”

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Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away?

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Microwave Apple Crisp for One 1 Tbsp. butter 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 2 Tbsp. quick-cooking oats 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour 1/8 tsp. cinnamon 1 medium apple (about 3 inches in diameter), peeled and sliced To make crumble topping, soften butter by placing in a glass measuring cup and microwaving on high for about 10 seconds.

Add sugar, oats, flour and cinnamon and mix. Place apple slices in a small microwave-safe bowl. Sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples. Microwave for about 2 1/2 minutes or until the apples are tender. If you do not have a turntable in your microwave oven, turn the dish one time. Serve with whipped topping or ice cream if you wish.

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Sadie Hawkins Day

given a short head start. Then, all the single women, including the mayor’s daughter, chased the boys. If a girl catches her man, he had to marry her.

Sadie Hawkins Day races and events grew in popularity during the course of All Capp’s long running cartoon. This cartoon made holiday largely died out after 40 years when the cartoon was discontinued. It can occasionally be seen celebrated on college campuses.

Date When Observed: Always on November 13 Here is a holiday that originated from a cartoon. It all began in Al Capp’s “Lil Abner Cartoon in the 1930’s. In the cartoon series, the mayor of Dogpatch was desperate to marry off his ugly daughter. So he created Sadie Hawkin’s Day. On this day, a race is held and all the single men were

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2 Special Sets of rare, hard-to-find, low maintenance, moderate cowmaker, bred Angus heifers sell Saturday, November 21 ~ ~ Joliet, Montana Thistledew Land & Cattle, (406) 962-3310 Call or e-mail us at mjeffrey@wildblue.net for sale catalog

Water limitations impact on agriculture

By Olga Walsh, Cropping Systems Agronomist and Extension Specialist, University of Idaho, Parma Research and Extension Center

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Figure 1. The ratio of salt to fresh water (left), frozen fresh vs available fresh water (center), and water used for agriculture- vs non-agriculture-related purposes (right), worldwide (World Business Council for Sustainable Development, 2005; Intergovernmental Panel of Climate Change, 2005).

Water availability affects our daily lives directly and indirectly in many ways. The profound dependency on water is especially apparent when certain limitations affect its’ availability. As homeowners strive to maintain the curb appeal of their neighborhoods, the sprinklers supply water to their lawns; sometimes irrespective whether they need watering or not. Consider not running the sprinklers during the rain! Some celebrities are pledging to conserve the water by switching the facet off while brushing teeth and limiting their showering time to 2 minutes per day. Bathing two babies together in one tub – why not? These routine things might have some affects to overall domestic consumption of water, and should be positively reflected in your water bill each month.

But do we really need to obsess that much over the water limitations? Aren’t the polar caps melting at an alarming pace and threaten to flood the world? In other words – is there a significant risk of us reaching the point where the water will be viewed as true luxury? With the tremendous amounts of total amount of water on our planet only 2 percent of it is fresh, non-salt water.

Furthermore, out of the tiny 2 percent of all fresh water – the vast majority (70 percent) of it is frozen, “tied-up” in the glaciers of Antarctica and the Arctic. This results in less than 0.5 percent of all Earth’s water readily available to humankind. To some, it might come as a surprise that agriculturerelated purposes account for more than 85 percent of water used by people worldwide (Figure 1).

World Resources Institute’s page dedicated to water-related issues reveals that today over 21 million people in 15 countries are severely affected by floods – mainly due to extreme weather events and difficult socioeconomic situation. On the other hand, currently more than 1 billion people are living in water-scarce regions. In other words, today, more than 50 times more people are impacted by water limiting conditions than by floods. And 1 billion is expected to rise to 3.5 billion in the next decade. Taking into account the projected population increase

to almost 8 billion people in 2025, almost 43 percent of all humankind will face water limitation in the very near future.

Let’s look at the map of water stress by country (Figure 2) that shows an average exposure of water users to water stress – the colors indicate the ratio of water use to water recharge. You may be surprised to learn that the USA is currently at the medium to high water stress level. Does this mean that the lives of people living in the US are more impacted by water stress compared to those living in Central Africa - under low stress according to the map?

Everything is understood in comparison.

Water is unevenly distributed among the world’s population. Today more than 1 billion people lack access to clean drinking water, and just 9 countries (Brazil, Russia, China, Canada, Indonesia, U.S., India, Columbia and the Democratic Republic of Congo) share 60% of the world’s water resources. Technically speaking, the world is not running out of water; what has contributed to tremendous water crises around the world - is the fact that water is not always available when and where it is needed, due to seasonal variations, droughts and floods that add to extreme conditions.

GrowingBlue® resources enable to build data-based custom maps to illustrate waterrelated issues. The ununiformed water distribution effect on water availability is compounded by the continuous decline of water quality in many parts of the world (Figure 3).

As stated by the World Water Council “Food and water security requires fair distribution of the costs and associated benefits and opportunities from conservation and development”. By their estimation, within the next decade, the water allocated for irrigated agriculture will become drastically limited, with 40% more food produced (partly from dryland agriculture) utilizing only 9% more water for irrigation.

If you are a farmer, in the western US, the words “drastically limited” is on your mind every day for the past several years. Compare the maps of drought-impacted western CONTINUED ON PAGE C40

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NDSU Extension Service Honors staff

By NDSU Extension Service North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension Service faculty and staff were honored for their years of service at the October 12-15 NDSU Extension Service/Research Extension Center fall conference in Bismarck.

Those recognized were: Five Years • Chris Boerboom, Extension director • Carl Dahlen, Animal Sciences • Megan Ness Ditterick, Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program and Family Nutrition Program state office • Diane Hahn, Center for 4-H Youth Development • Richard Horsley, Plant Sciences • Joel Lemer, agent, Foster County • Glenn Muske, Center for Community Vitality, Bismarck • Monique Stelzer, agent, Cass County • Stacy Wang, Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences • Michael Wunsch, Carrington Research Extension Center 10 Years • Andrea Bowman, agent, Bowman County • Kim Bushaw, Human Development and Family Science • Marietta Good, agent, Bottineau and Rolette counties • Carolyn Hammer, Animal Sciences • Julie Kramlich, agent, Adams County • Lesley Lubenow, Langdon Research Extension Center • Michelle Strang, agent, Cass County 15 Years • Donna Anderson, agent, Eddy and Foster counties • Scott Meyer, Plant Pathology 20 Years • Leigh Gunkel, agent, Steele, Griggs and Traill counties • Luella Morehouse, agent, Stutsman County 25 Years • Karen Armstrong, agent, Rolette County • Ellen Bjelland, agent, Ward County • Ron Haugen, Agribusiness and Applied Economics • Karl Hoppe, Carrington Research Extension Center • Macine Lukach, Cavalier County and Parent Resource Center Region 3 • Richard Zollinger, Plant Sciences 30 Years • Leann Frieler, Agriculture Budget Office • Kurt Froelich, agent, Stark/Billings County • Vanessa Hoines, agent, Morton County 35 Years • Roger Egeberg, Agriculture Communication • Kenneth Hellevang, Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering 40 Years • Willie Huot, agent, Grand Forks County • John Kringler, agent, Cass County • J.W. Schroeder, Animal Sciences • Gerald Sturn, Southwest District Office, Bismarck

John Wang recipient of Outstanding Employee Award

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln IANR John Wang, research technologist in the Department of Entomology has been named a recipient of IANR’s 2015 Third Quarter Outstanding Employee Award.

In his day to day role, Wang practices molecular and genetic techniques in the insect toxicology lab. He helps students, postdocs and visiting scholars with molecular biology and bioinformatics. Most recently, Wang has actively sought to learn the various methods associated with DNA sequencing and assembly as well as gene expression analysis.

Not only is Wang instrumental to the success of the labs, he is an accomplished scientist in his own right. He has contributed to at least 15 publications and is first author on another three since joining the Department of Entomology.

He has contributed to many presentations at national meetings and has coordinated the activities many undergraduate students, visiting scientists, post-docs and grad students.

Supporters wrote that Wang’s enthusiasm and good nature are infectious. He unselfishly provides his time to anyone who asks and always presents a positive and pleasant attitude toward others.

Wang will receive a cash award, a certificate and lapel pin.

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Looking for New Holland 315 baler for parts

Water limitations impact on agriculture CONTINUED FROM PAGE C38

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CHS Cut Bank Group is accepting bids for the following equipment: Located in Cut Bank, MT 406-873-2081 2005 Chevy 2500 pickup...damaged.

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1993 to 1998 F800 Bus 12V 5.9 Cummins, under 200,000 miles, AT and 5 speeds, 75% tires, 36 and 48 passenger, run and drive great. ..............................$5500 each 1992 Ford L9000 6 Yard Dump 310 hp, L10 Cummins, 9 speed, 80% 11R22.5, 10ft. Heil bed, 376,000 miles, cruise, AC, tilt/tele, pintle hitch, runs and drives great...$10,500 1995 GMC Topkick Dump 6 yard Heil bed, 6-ft. stationary, under CDL, 200 hp Cat, 6 speed, Pac Brake, AC, PB, full trailer hookups, nice truck........ ....................................$12,500 1985 Kenworth W900 Grain Dump 17-ft. aluminum bed, 400 hp BC3 Cummins, jake brake, 13 speed, air ride, lift axle, AC, PS, 75% tires, good running/ driving truck, 600 bushel capacity...........................$25,500

Figure 3. Map showing the impact of water quality of human quality of life, indirectly measured by access to sanitation facilities (GrowingBlue, 2015).

states in October 2015 and one year ago (Figure 4), and you will see how persistent the water stress has been. In fact, the much of the wester US (from California across to Texas and Oklahoma) have endured severe years-long water limited conditions.

Drought has been prevalent in the western region in 11 of the past 14 years.

In 2015, more than 90 percent of Idaho’s counties have either been declared natural disaster areas or are bordering disaster areas because of lengthy severe drought. Over 1.5 million people in Idaho have been affected by drought. In some parts of state, such as Clearwater county, with predominantly dryland crop production, the wheat yields were reduced by over 40 percent due to delayed rain events. In the southern Idaho, where most fields are under irrigation, restrictive water allotments brought on by drought challenged growers with tough decisions this spring. Some producers were forced with watering one crop while starving another. Some decided to postpone first irrigation for more than 2 weeks in order to stretch the water rations. Idaho’s expansive Snake River plain is one of the most fertile irrigated agricultural areas in the western US. Production agriculture – the backbone of Idaho’s economy - would not be possible here without precious irrigation water. The irrigation development in the early 1900’s

1993 Kenworth 20-ft.

Grain Dump 8.3 Cummins, 6-speed manual, 30,000 GVW, AC, PS, AB, 80% 295R22.5, twin cylinder scissor hoist, 48” steel sides, grain gate, runs and drives great, cold AC..............$16,500 1996 GMC Topkick Water Truck 200 hp Cat, 6 speed manual, AC, PS, AB, 83,000 miles, 95% tires, 1500 gallon tank, electric start 200 GPM pump, hose reel, rear dump, runs and drives great, under CDL........... ....................................$17,500 1996 Vermeer V-8550 4x4 Cable Plow 36” vibratory tooth, 18” backhoe bucket, 6 way blade, Turbo 3.9 Cummins, 60% tires, differential lock, 3300 hours...$8500

Figure 5. Area (%) drought affected regions in Idaho, October, 2015 (National Drought Mitigation Center, 2015). None = no drought; D0 = Abnormally Dry; D1 = Moderate Drought; D2 = Severe Drought; D3 = Extreme Drought.

has enabled to transform this high desert region into a prosperous farmland. This fall, Idaho growers are not out of the woods in terms of water limitations (Figure 5). At the time of writing (October 22), we’ve received the first couple of rain events since late June at the University of Idaho Southwest Research & Extension Center, Parma, ID. The 17-week long dry period is certainly making you appreciate the availability of good quality irrigation water.

University of Idaho Extension page dedicated to Drought Resources has useful information regarding irrigation water scheduling, water systems management and maintenance, and crop-specific resources such as on-line seminars and extension publications. These include, for example, Small Grains Management Strategies in Water Short Years (a webinar), and Water Allocation Strategies for Alfalfa When Irrigation Supplies are Limited (extension publication). Most of the resources could be successfully utilized by the crop growers throughout the Pacific Northwest.

In June 2015, Federal Government has allocated more than $110 million as part of commitment to support workers, farmers and communities suffering from drought and to combat wildfires. Farmers and ranchers in Lemhi, Butte, Clark, Custer, Idaho and Valley counties in Idaho and Beaverhead and Ravalli counties in Montana qualify for natural disaster assistance this year due to damages and losses caused by a recent drought. This funding complemented previously invested $190 million to agencies across the nation to support drought-stricken communities this year.

Additionally, the USDA is projecting to provide at least $1.2 billion to specifically assist livestock producers facing grazing losses resulting from drought in the western US. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated Lemhi County in Idaho as a primary natural disaster area due to damages and losses caused by a recent drought.

Years of persistent drought conditions in eastern Oregon, depending on water supplied by the Owyhee Reservoir to irrigate CONTINUED ON PAGE C42

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Figure 4. Western U.S. drought monitor maps for October 2014 and 2015 (The National Drought Mitigation Center, 2015). \

Animal Sciences, Creamery scoop up national award

By Seth Truscott, WSU CAHNRS Great milk from Washington State University’s (WSU) Knott Dairy Center makes for ice cream so good it beats all comers.

“If you start with a good raw product, you end up with a quality end product,” says John Haugen, manager of the WSU Creamery. His top-selling flavor at Ferdinand’s Ice Cream Shoppe, Huckleberry Swirl, won the people’s choice award at the 2015 American Society of Animal Sciences Ice Cream Competition.

Thousands of attendees voted with their spoons at the society’s national meeting in Orlando, Florida, this past summer and chose Huckleberry Swirl over eight other competitors. Now, the WSU Department of Animal Sciences hosts the traveling “Big Scoop” trophy in its lounge until 2016. The department also received $1,000 in prize money in the second year of collegiate competition for the Big Scoop. The funds will be used to enhance student experiences.

The national award showcases not only Ferdinand’s ice cream, but also the undergraduate programs and opportunities in the Department of Animal Sciences.

The department prioritizes experiential learning for its students, many of whom learn about the dairy industry from cow to cone.

“The Department of Animal Sciences is privileged to have the WSU Creamery as a partner in the campus dairy operations, and the Big Scoop award attests to the quality outcomes that result from this partnership,” said Kris Johnson, interim chair of Animal Sciences.

“We have a unique relationship with the dairy farm,” Haugen said. “We know exactly where our milk is coming from, and if they give us extra-high-quality milk, we pay them a little extra.”

The Creamery uses 1,700 gallons of milk per day from the 150-cow Knott dairy, located just outside of Pullman.

Thirty-five cows owned and managed by the Cooperative University Dairy Students (CUDS) club contribute to the daily milk delivery.

“Our students know the cows they manage are an important part of WSU’s reputation for quality dairy products,” said Margaret Benson, Professor of Animal Sciences, who entered the ice cream in the competition. “They strive to use best management practices that maintain animal health and wellbeing to produce wholesome food, including fantastic ice cream and cheese. We entered Huckleberry Swirl knowing we couldn’t lose.”

The Big Scoop award “confirms we’re doing the right thing and that people like the product,” Haugen said.

• Learn more about undergraduate studies, clubs and research at the WSU Department of Animal Sciences at www.ansci.wsu.edu.

• Learn more about the WSU Creamery and Ferdinand’s Ice Cream at https://creamery.wsu.edu.

Becky Higgins recipient of Outstanding Employee Award

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln IANR Becky Higgins, research technologist in the Plant Pathology Department has been named a recipient of IANR’s 2015 Third Quarter Outstanding Employee Award.

Higgins balances her time between two laboratories in the Plant Pathology Department. She focuses on fungal pathogens in the laboratory of James Steadman, and works with plant-parasitic nematodes in the laboratory of Thomas Powers. She manages this transition daily with no drop-off in productivity.

Higgins manages the nematode website which is the largest plant parasitic nematode website in existence. The site is a vital feature of diagnostic research in the Plant Pathology Department. She is proficient at so many forms of electronic design and presentation, students and other faculty frequently seek her input and editorial services.

“She is driven by a strong work ethic and a desire to produce the highest quality product possible,” Higgins’ supporters wrote. “Her high standards serve as an example to all students that seek her assistance.”

Higgins will receive a cash award, a certificate and lapel pin.

##### Until 1863, Thanksgiving Day had not been celebrated annually since the first feast in 1621. This changed in 1863 when Sarah Josepha Hale encouraged Abraham Lincoln to set aside the last Thursday in November “as a day for national thanksgiving and prayer.” ##### Domesticated turkeys (farm raised) cannot fly. Wild turkeys can fly for short distances at up to 55 miles per hour.

Wild turkeys are also fast on the ground, running at speeds of up to 25 miles per hour.

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GRAIN HAY FOR SALE Year old oat hay AND new crop barley hay in large round bales.

(406) 547-3650, Dan Ringer, White Sulphur Springs, MT

BRED HEIFERS FOR SALE 90 Red Angus/Simmental Cross Heifers A-I bred to Conquest 4405, a calving-ease Red Angus bull (cleaned up with Feddes Red Angus bulls) A-I bred heifers are due to calve January 20.

Ultrasounded for pregnancy. Will sell in tight calving groups.

Call Steve Wyse for more information (406) 581-0302 • Manhattan, MT

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DOZER FOR SALE

1949 Cat D4 7U Series dozer, 10-ft. hydraulic dozer, manual angle, wide tracks, overhead headache canopy, rear end recently overhauled, motor good.

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Many citrus and avocado farms have been abandoned due to lack of water. Some growers are switching to different, more water-thrifty plants such as pomegranates, wine grapes and dragonfruit – these are very high-value crops but use very little water.

Other states like Nevada and Utah are experiencing severe drought as well.

A February 2015 National Geographic news release has revealed the troubling results of a recent collaborative study on drought conducted by NASA, Columbia University, and Cornell University. The scientists estimate that – should the current trajectory of the greenhouse gas emissions remain unchanged - the chances of a 35year or longer “mega-drought” striking the western US by 2100 is above 80 percent.

The risk may be reduced to 60-70 percent if the emissions are reduced to current “middle of the road” targets; but the risk of unprecedented drought will remain at 80% for southwestern US. Drought is intensified by elevated evaporation and reduced precipitation – a result of slowly (but steadily) rising temperatures in already dry region.

USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture has recently awarded more than $10 million to universities to support research of critical water issues and watersheds throughout the US. Crop production, especially in the southern Idaho, is highly dependent on irrigation due to low rainfall. Furthermore, crop production in irrigated areas continues to be more water-constrained. At the University of Idaho, several researchers are currently involved in water-related research and education. Cropping Systems Agronomy research and extension program at Parma R&E Center directed by Dr. Olga Walsh is focused on developing efficient water and nutrient management practices for key cropping systems in Idaho and the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Olga Walsh was hired to develop relevant research and educational programs in sustainable cropping systems using best management practices. Prior to her Idaho appointment, she has serves as a Soil Nutrient Management Specialist with Montana State University for 4 years. In Montana, she has been working on developing best management practices for dryland wheat production systems. Working with crop growers has always been a big part of Olga’s research and education efforts in Oklahoma, Montana, and now – in Idaho.

Dr. Walsh has taken the agronomy position following the retirement of Dr. Brad Brown, who has served as an Extension Crop Management Specialist for many years.

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Among other things, the team is investigating how nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, and micronutrients like zinc and boron) are interacting with water in terms of wheat grain yield and quality. It is understood that nutrient uptake and assimilation by plants is strongly affected by plant-available water. The studies were initiated last year in southwestern Idaho and will continue this year. Various rates of nutrients and water levels are applied to wheat crop, the wheat health, development and performance is closely monitored throughout the growing season. The water is supplied to the crop utilizing a subsurface drip irrigation system equipped with flow meters, which allow for precise measurement of applied water. The water application is guided by the evapotranspiration values (the amount of water transpired by the crop). The water treatments are designed to replace 100, 75, and 50 percent of water lost through evapotranspiration to create varying moisture environments. Although the drip systems are not commonly used in cereals, it has been found to be 90 to 95 percent efficient, compared to widespread surface furrow irrigation with the efficiency between 30 and 40 percent. Drip irrigation has been popular with high-value crops like onions and beans throughout Idaho’s Treasure and Magic Valleys. Several growers in the area utilize multi-year subsurface drip tapes buried between 6 and 10 inches deep.

This allows them to use the same system for 2 or 3 seasons growing different crops in their rotation.

A separate study conducted by the Cropping Systems Agronomy team is aiming 1) to determine the minimum nitrogen and water requirements for optimum wheat grain yield and quality, 2)develop a sensor-based system for identifying and distinguishing between nitrogen and water stresses, 3) develop a model for predicting wheat yield and protein content in varying water × nitrogen environments, 4)develop water and fertilizer nitrogen use recommendations for growers based on the developed model, and 5)deliver extensive educational outreach programs (workshops, field demonstrations, scholarly and educational materials) focused on water and nutrient conservation and utilization of sensor-based technologies.

This innovative study is being advanced in collaboration with Dr. Xi Liang (University of Idaho, Aberdeen R&E Center, Aberdeen, ID), and Dr. Jessica Torrion (Montana State University, Northwestern Agricultural Research Center, Kalispell, MT). The project has gathered a lot of interest and support from Idaho and Montana growers, industry partners, and commodity groups.

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By NDSU Extension Service Feeding sugar beets to livestock, reproductive performance monitoring and the effects of storing large round hay bales outside were among the beef cattle topics North Dakota State University (NDSU) researchers studied in the past year.

In a study at the Carrington Research Extension Center, researchers found that producers can feed a type of sugar beet called a “feed beet” to cattle without affecting the animals’ growth performance or the quality of the meat from those animals. Feed beets are a variation of sugar beets grown specifically as feed for beef and dairy cattle.

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To keep up-to-date with Cropping Systems research and education in Idaho, please visit our Idaho Crops & Soils Blog at http://idcrops.blogspot.com/. Growers are encouraged to submit their questions via on-online form on the Blog page.

For more information and/or to subscribe to pour monthly Idaho Crops & Soils News newsletter – please contact Olga Walsh at (208)722-6701; owalsh@uidaho.edu. Follow us on Twiter: @IDCrops.

Finally, we would like to sincerely thank the many local crop producers (they know who they are!) that has significantly contributed to the crops and soils efforts at UI Parma R&E Center – we appreciate your support, help and guidance!

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By Jim Stordah, Clearwater/Polk County Extension Service, Minnesota It’s time for an annual reminder to protect young trees for winter. Minnesota winters are often as stressful on trees and shrubs as they are on humans. Plants may suffer from root or stem damage, frost cracks, winter browning, die back, bud death and even plant death.

Each spring, we get scores of calls on damage to newly planted trees. In many cases, the trees were near the point of bearing fruit and such a loss is frustrating and discouraging.

Young trees are vulnerable to two preventable problems each winter, sunscald and critter damage. Luckily, both types of damage are easy to prevent with a little work and inexpensive materials.

Sunscald Sunscald and bark cracks occur mostly on the south and southwest sides of smooth barked trees and shrubs. Young maple, apple, aspen, linden and mountain ash are the most vulnerable.

Sunscald can occur when the sun is at a low-angle and it warms the south and southwest sides of the trunk which causes cells to think spring has arrived. As the sun sets and the temperature plummets below freezing, the bark cells are damaged. The following spring, a vertical crack develops along those damaged cells.

Sunscald is very common and does not always kill the tree. If you look at a number of trees, especially apple, maple and mountain ash, you will likely find trees with previous sunscald damage. If they survive, trees with this damage are prone to further problems years later, so it’s a good practice to protect the tree when it’s young. As the tree matures, the bark is less prone to damage.

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For more information, contact me at 800-450-2465 or stordahl@umn.edu. Source: UM Forestry.

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For all pieces, log on to our website: www.equipment4u.biz

2016 Cargo Mate 8.5 x 20-ft. tandem axle enclosed trailer rear ramp door, side RV door, 5200# axles, additional 1-ft. height, 80” rear door opening, spare tire, LED lights, radial tires, white. 3 available!

2016 PJ 40-ft. deck-on-the-neck trailer (2) 12,000# axles with 14-ply rubber, deck on the neck, hydraulic jacks, Monster ramps, sliding winches, winch plate, 22# main frame, 6” axle spread, rear receiver hitch.

$3000 $12,900

$7250

$3550

$6750

2015 PJ 20-ft. x 6” channel superwide trailer 18-ft. deck + 2-ft. beavertail, (2) 7000# axles, full Blackwood deck, D-rings, slide-in ramps, spare tire, front tool box.

2016 Cargo Mate 7 x 14-ft. enclosed trailer rear ramp door, aluminum wheels, tie-downs in floor, 2-tone orange & black. Sharp!

Also available: White.....$5150

2015 PJ tilt trailer 16-ft. tilt, 4-ft. stationary, 14,000# GVW, radial rubber.

Also have: 16-ft. x 6-ft. stationary tilt .........$6250

$8250

2015 PJ 10-ft. x 78” medium duty tandem axle dump trailer (2) 5200# axles.

$5500

$5900

2015 PJ 20-ft. 2-axle gooseneck trailer (2) 7000# axles, straight deck, slide-in rear ramps, spare.

2015 PJ 16-ft. x 83” bumper pull dump trailer (2) 7000# axles, scissor hoist, spare, tarp.

Many styles to choose from & special orders available.

$7350

2015 PJ 25-ft. gooseneck trailer 20-ft. deck, 5-ft. beavertail with monster ramps, tandem 7000# axles, 16” rubber.

$7500

Cargo Mate Enclosed Trailers In Stock!

$12,200

2015 PJ 40-ft. gooseneck trailer (2) 12,000# axles, straight deck, ramps, spread axle.

2016 Cargo Mate 5x8-ft. enclosed trailer flat top, barn door. White.

Also available: ramp door.....$2650

$17,500 2016 Cargo Mate 27-ft. v-nose car/snowmobile trailer (2) 5200# axles, aluminum wheels, radial tires, 16-ft. awning, insulated, heated, rubber floor, winch box, LED lights, electric jack, escape door.

Call us for our current used trailers – these go quickly!

Small Town Company with Big Connections

406-892-3915

Landowners rediscover practice of farming the woods

By Rebecca Phillips, Washington State Magazine Jim Freed came to Washington State University (WSU) to work with Christmas trees, but he started getting questions about what else people could do with their land besides watch the trees grow.

As a WSU extension agent in Olympia, he helps landowners manage forest plants like huckleberry, bear grass and salal as part of Washington’s $60 million floral greenery industry.

Other products that can be “farmed” in forests include mushrooms, coffee, chocolate and ginseng root – which sells for up to $600 per pound.

Read more about Freed’s work and a new book, “Farming the Woods,” co-authored by WSU alumnus Ken Mudge, at https://magazine.wsu.edu/2015/08/16/forest-o-plenty/.

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NEED GRAIN OR LIVESTOCK HAULED? B Transport LLC - Belt, MT Call Ben Bock, owner – 406-564-0549

SPRAYER TRUCK FOR SALE

Kaiser Jeep 2.5 ton truck, multi-fuel engine, hydraulic steering, PTO driven front winch, new rod and main bearings 1 year ago, dual and single wheels. Trimble 500 with EZ-Steer and EZ-Boom, 2008 F/S 80-ft. mid-mount sprayer, 8 hp Honda, hydraulic raise, fold, boom lift, end nozzles. Lots of extra parts.

Contact Gerald (406) 788-0860 or Brad 450-9877

Equipment Connection, LLC

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346 Sunrise Creek Loop; on Hwy 2 West, PO Box 958 Columbia Falls, MT 59912 email: sales@equipment4u.net

For all pieces, log on to our website: www.equipment4u.biz

$16,500

Get your Kage Plow reserved before the snow flies!

ATTACHMENTS $3500

$28,500

$495

1998 Skytrack 8042 telescoping forklift 8000 lb lift, 42-ft. reach, cab, NEW tires, heat, good shape!

Erskine skidsteer quick hitch works great for moving trailers to tight places.

$600

Kage Snowfire skidsteer plow systems Skidsteer Plows In Stock: 8-ft, 9-ft and 10-ft plows Loader Plows In Stock: 14-ft.

$29,000 2008 Genie 2668 Rough Terrain 4x4 scissor lift Kubota gas/propane power. Great lift!

Call for pricing

$71,900 Erskine skidsteer hydraulic grapple/rake 72” wide, heavy duty.

$5150 each

JCB 506C telescoping forklift 6000# lift, 36-ft. reach, new tires.

$26,000

Forklift snow plow attachment 6-ft. wide.

$899 each

$5995 Hitchi ZX85U5B-3 excavator cab, heat, air conditioning, front dozer blade, thumb, quick-attach, auxiliary hydraulics, rubber tracks, 3300 hours.

$14,000 New skidsteer adjustable forks heavy duty 48” forks.

Small Town Company with Big Connections

JCB 520 telescoping forklift 5000# lift, 20-ft. reach, (2) new tires, 2700 hours.

$14,900

2007 JLG 1930 ES scissor lifts electric power, hard non-marking tires, low hours.

4 available!

New Erskine 79” snowblower

$2850

Erskine hydraulic skidsteer auger 12” bit.

Toyota 8000# mast lift Toyota diesel engine, 5458 hours, 5-ft. forks, front duals. Nice lift!

New Erskine skidsteer snow plow blades In Stock: 6-ft....$2750, 7-ft....$2950, 8-ft....$3250

2003 Dynapac CC102 double drum roller Deutz diesel engine, smooth drums, vibratory, water system, 1390 hours. Nice machine!

$3950

Erskine Tree Shear 12” capacity, skidsteer mount.

Broce RJT broom cab, heat, air conditioning, John Deere diesel engine, front 4-way blade, new broom core, 1271 hours.

Excellent condition and ready to work!

$2450

$3500

2016 PJ 5 x 8-ft. utility trailer with fire fighting set-up 225 gallon water tank with 2” pump, hose reel with 100-ft. of hose and fire nozzle.

Snorkel SL20 scissor lift 20-ft. lift, floor extension. Good shape!

John Deere 4115 HST 4x4 tractor good tires, 292 hours, 3-point and rear PTO, 410 John Deere loader.

Also available: Box scraper.....$550 Rake................$350

Erskine Tree Puller hydraulic, skidsteer mount.

$25,000

1998 Freightliner FL60 truck with sleeper 8.3L Cummins engine, Allison transmission, 195,000 miles, air-ride, 42” sleeper, 8-ft. box, gooseneck hitch, 19.5” aluminum wheels, air conditioning, brake control, hydraulic brakes.

$5995 2001 Snow Sport 24-ft. v-nose enclosed snowmobile trailer nose ramp, side access door, decent paint and tires.

$4150

$33,900

$2000

New Erskine 96” light material skidsteer bucket

$14,500

$3800

Cushman Titan Tug 640 hours, electric power, flatbed with new wood, machine has Scorpion bed liner, 2000# bed capacity, tows 3000#, red in color.

$6650

$3450

500,000 BTU space heater indirect flame, self-contained diesel tank, unit is on wheels.

L.B. White Director 300,000 BTU space heater indirect flame, diesel-fired, includes 250 gallon fuel tote.

$2000

JLG 1932 ES scissor lift electric power, hard non-marking tires, low hours.

Starting at $2200 PJ pickup flatbeds 7-ft.x7-ft., 7-ft.x8-ft. 6”, 8-ft.x8-ft. 6”, 8-ft.x11-ft. 3”

$37,500

2013 Dodge 3500 crew cab pickup Cummins diesel, 6 speed transmission, 38,000 miles, cloth interior.

$1500

Leroi 185 cfm air compressor Perkins diesel engine, includes air hose.

You can view our complete inventory on the web at: www.equipment4u.biz

$5150

Loader chains 20.5x25 (set of 4)

$600 Westin grille guard stainless steel, fits 2015 GMC pickup, 3 months old, $1200 new.

FLAMAN

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Over 20,000 Farmers Rented Occasional Use Equipment Last Year

For your equipment rental needs, call Your local authorized FLAMAN RENTAL DEALER

Power, Lattin & Sons .............................. 406-467-2901 Conrad, Lattin & Sons ............................ 406-278-3432 Helena, Grizzly Diesel ............................ 406-449-1269 High Speed Discs

2015 K-Line 2990 30-ft. high speed multi-flex, 12 mph working speed....................................................................... $163,000 2012 Horsch Anderson RT-270 Joker 27-ft., 18.5” blades, SN12016GRS............................................................ $68,500 2013 Horsch Anderson RT-370 Joker 37-ft., 19” blades, Excellent shape.................................................................. $89,500

Wishek Discs

2009 Wishek 842NT 30-ft., front blades 27”, rear 27.5”, Excellent condition.................................................................... $75,000 2009 Wishek 742 30-ft., front blades 25”, rear 22.5”, 10” spacing.

Excellent.................................................................... $68,500 2010 Wishek 714 30-ft., field disc, 24” blades. Nice....... $55,900 2008 Wishek 842N 22-ft., front blades need replacing, rear 25”. .................................................................................. $49,500 2012 Wishek 842NT 14-ft., 27” blades, hydraulic leveling. Excellent shape.................................................................. $35,500 1995 Wishek 842 14-ft., spring cushion gangs, heavy duty scrapers. Good shape........................................................ $18,900

Farm King & Other Tillage Equipment

Ezee-On 4600 38-ft........................................................ $46,500 Ezee-On field disc 36-ft., 9” spacing, 25” blades, blade scrapers, AS IS......................................................................... $25,000

Heavy Harrows

2013 Riteway 7100 62-ft.,5/8” tines at 26”. Like new, only 600 acres......................................................................... $42,500 2011 Riteway 62-ft., 9/16” tines at 22.5”. Nice shape....... $34,500 2001 Riteway 50-ft., tines at 17”, SN 01-71112, AS IS.. $14,500 2012 Riteway 38-ft., rotary harrow, adjustable angle, little use.

Excellent.................................................................... $27,500

Grain Carts & Gravity Wagons Tree Chippers & Grass Seeders

2009 J&M 1326 green, Weigh Tronics scale, walking axle, good shape.......................................................................... $52,500

Grain Vacs

1995 Rem 1026B manual unfold, excellent condition....... $8900 2012 Rem 2700 412 hours, well maintained and in good shape.

SN 3078.................................................................... $12,900 2012 Rem 3700 heavy duty, fastest vac on the prairie, good shape........................................................................ $34,500 2010 Rem 2700 field ready, 450 hours, SN 27002284...... $9900

Flaman Pro Grain Baggers

2014 Bagger #AA2014071/Hopper #H14054/Conveyor #C1423067M............................................................. $39,900 2014 Bagger #AA2014076/Conveyor #C1223001M...... $35,900 2012 Bagger #AA2012001-20/Hopper #H11070........... $26,900 2012 Ritchger 1050 10-ft. bagger, hopper only............. $22,900

* Wide Range of New & Used Grain Baggers Available*

Grain Bag Extractors

2009 Tridekon 1210 HD new gear box, ready to work. SN TRI09-1052..................................................................... $22,000 2009 Tridekon 1210 HD mechanical drive, SN TRI-09-1043. Good shape........................................................................ $25,500 2011 Tridekon 1210 HD SN TRI-11-1091. Good shape.$27,500 Loftness GBU-10 stationary auger, hydraulic spool, good shape........................................................................ $22,500

Post Pounders

2015 Wheatheart........................................................... $15,200

Bale Carriers

2007 Surgemaster log splitter, 25 ton, 9 hp Honda, 4-way head available....................................................................... $1900 2006 Surgemaster log splitter, 25 ton, 9 hp Honda, 4-way head available....................................................................... $1900 2005 Surgemaster log splitter, 25 ton, 9 hp Honda, 4-way head available....................................................................... $1900 Surgemaster 20 ton master log splitter............................ $1750

Dieci Telehandlers & Montana Tractors

Engineered man basket, 8-ft., pallet fork pockets, 4-ft. cage with tie off rail....................................................................... $2200 Icarus 40.17 4000KG lift, 17M reach, outriggers, CAH, 1300 hours......................................................................... $87,500 Runner 40.13 4000KG lift, 13M reach, outriggers, CAH, 1316 hours......................................................................... $75,000 Montana 3944 39 hp, 3pth, FWA, 2 remotes, 3 speed hydrostat. .................................................................................. $12,000 Montana 4944 49 hp, loader, 3pth, FWA, 2 remotes, 3 speed hydrostat.................................................................... $16,500 Montana 4944 49 hp, loader, 3pth, FWA, 2 remotes, 3 speed hydrostat.................................................................... $16,500

3 Point Hitch Equipment & Skid Steer Attachments

John Deere 84” rear blade, 3 path, cutting edge................ $795 2014 Kodiak 7-ft. heavy duty box scraper, like new............ $900 2013 Sovema RB2 150 60” rototiller. Excellent................. $1700 72” skidsteer sweeper with bucket, quick attach. Good..... $3250 2005 Dirt Dawg post hole digger, 9 hp Honda, hydraulic auger.

Good shape.................................................................. $2500 2005 Dirt Dawg post hole digger, 9 hp Honda, hydraulic auger.

Good shape.................................................................. $2500 2010 Dirt Dawg post hole digger, 9 hp Honda, hydraulic auger,.

Excellent....................................................................... $2950 2010 Dirt Dawg post hole digger, 9 hp Honda, hydraulic auger.

Excellent....................................................................... $2950 Farm King 6010 60” snowblower, skid shoes, manual chute. Good shape........................................................................... $1900 Farm King 800 snowblower. Good shape......................... $1600 Schulte SDX-110 snowblower. SN B1101073010.......... $12,250 Geoff’s Metal Works 8-ft. snow box, universal quick attach....... ..................................................................................... $1600

2003 Buhler Inland 2000 14 bale mover, dual arm, cable unload........................................................................... $20,500 2011 Haukaas 10 bale mover, light kit, dual hydraulic arms. Great shape. ....................................................................... $29,500 2010 Leon 1700 17 cubic yards, cutting edge at 75%. Excellent.

2007 Haukaas 10 bale mover. SN 007-016.................... $19,500 .................................................................................. $43,900 2010 Haukaas 10 bale mover. SN 055-018.................... $25,000 10-ft. pull-type box scraper, hydraulic tilt, includes cutting edge.

2008 Haukaas 10 bale mover. SN 054-018................... $20,000 Good shape.................................................................. $3900 2007 Haukaas 10 bale mover. SN 034-017.................... $19,000 New 10-ft. pull type pro box scraper, hydraulic lift and tilt, 120 hp 2006 Haukaas 10 bale mover. SN 021-026.................... $17,500 max.............................................................................. $5995 New 12-ft. pull type pro box scraper, hydraulic lift and tilt, 120 hp max.............................................................................. $7250 2005 Westfield 13”x90-ft., manual winch, hydraulic swing mover, good shape............................................................... $14,500 Westfield 8”x51-ft., PTO auger, working condition........... $3400 2012 Schulte RS320 conveyor style, 3.2 cubic yard bucket. Excel- Wheatheart 8”x51-ft., self-propelled auger, electric clutch, 30 hp lent............................................................................ $21,500 Kohler........................................................................... $9900 2011 Schulte RS320 conveyor style, 3.2 cubic yard hopper. Nice Sakundiak 8”x39-ft. self-propelled auger....................... $10,500 2007 Almand light tower, 20KW, diesel power plant. Good shape............................................................................ $8000 shape........................................................................ $17,900 2010 Brandt 1545 tube conveyor, track mover, 29 hp Kohler. Good Koenders ice fishing hut, 4 holes, seats 4. Good shape... $1295 Riteway ST250 hydraulic drive, 1.75 cubic yard box, 50” pick up, shape........................................................................ $18,000 New........................................................................... $13,200 Sukup 18” heater, 250,000 BTU, propane or natural gas fired.... ..................................................................................... $1195 Grain Guard inline fan, 10 hp, good for parts..................... $400 Tree Spade quick attach, 3 shovel.................................... $9500 Bandit 1700 liquid fertilizer cart, ground drive pump, total drain 2013 Kodiak 7-ft. pull type rotary cutter, dual gauge wheels, 90 tank........................................................................... $19,900 hp, nice......................................................................... $3750 Arch 25-ft.x80-ft. frame tent.............................................. $6995 2010 Schulte XH600 540 PTO, 160 hp max, dual safety chains.

Old Stock Chem Handler III with 2” plumbing, green frame......

Nice shape................................................................... $4900 ..................................................................................... $2095 2011 Schulte XH1500 Series 3, aircraft tires, dual gauge wheels, 1000 PTO.................................................................. $20,900 2011 Schulte XH1500 Series 3, SD tires, dual gauge wheels, 1000 PTO.................................................................. $19,900 2012 Schulte XH1500 Series 3, wing walking axles, laminated Rock pickers & rock rakes • Manure spreaders • 15’ & 26’ mowers tires, 1000 PTO......................................................... $22,500 2012 Schulte FX1800 rotary cutter, walking axles and aircraft on Land rollers • Harrows • Grain vacs • 10’, 14’ & 20’ breaking disks center........................................................................ $19,000 Trailers • Post drivers • 3-point roto-tillers 2012 Schulte FX530 SN C53010046206. Excellent..... $42,000 And more • Give us a call 2006 Schulte FLX10 flex arm, SN A10200060609. Nice shape............................................................................ $4900

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NDSU leadership program chooses 7th class

By NDSU Extension Service Rural Leadership North Dakota’s seventh class includes farmers, a swine operation manager, business owners, city officials, a dental hygienist, college and bank personnel, a museum director, credit analyst and biologist.

They are among 29 people selected for the North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension Service’s leadership development program that starts in November. They will spend 18 months developing skills to help them shape the future of their organization, community and state.

The 2015-17 program consists of in-state seminars with experts on topics such as leadership, economic development and agriculture; tours of agricultural and community businesses; out-of-state trips (Washington, D.C., and Minneapolis in 2016) to meet with agricultural, business and governmental leaders; and a trip abroad to learn about international agricultural and community issues. Previous classes visited Brazil, Costa Rica and Panama.

Participants will learn leadership skills, such as thinking critically and creatively, communicating effectively, self-awareness, decision-making, strategic planning and managing conflict. They also will learn about agricultural and rural policy, marketing, civic engagement, the value of coalitions and partnerships, industry and community advocacy, the agricultural economy and future trends that could affect North Dakota agriculture, finding innovative ways to fund local and regional development projects, and how to work with the state Legislature.

In addition, they’ll create a network of contacts and resources they can tap into for ideas, answers and support.

They also will practice the skills they learn by creating a project that benefits their operation, business, organization, community or region.

For example, one 2013-15 class member is working on plans to start a community grocery store. Other participants’ projects include getting mental health education into schools, starting a heifer exchange program and developing efforts to grow plants in an elementary school.

“Through the RLND program, I have learned to step outside of the classroom and immerse myself in a variety of cultural experiences, which has helped me become a true leader,” says 2013-15 class member Julie Gemmill of Fordville. “Participating in the RLND program helped me build confidence, character and communication skills to form invaluable connections at the regional, national and international levels. Applying for the RLND program was one of the best career decisions I have made.”

Those selected for the 2025-17 class are: Kelli Bowen, Buffalo; Rachel Bush, Jamestown; Jayme Davis, Rolette; Roxanne Hoffarth, Langdon; Devin Jacobson, Alamo; Kwirt Johnson, Belfield; Kayla Burkhart, Berthold; Pavel Danil, Michigan; Jeremy Doan, Bismarck; Levi Jacobson, Bismarck; Daniel Janes, Horace; Erica Johnsrud, Watford City; Lucas Lang, Sterling; Jodi Larson, Hettinger; Jason Lindell, Park River; Georgia Miller, Jamestown; Chuck Neubauer, Bottineau; Brandon Pyle, Casselton; Kristi Schultz, Wheatland; Jeanna Smaaladen, Grand Forks; Larry Luick, Fairmount; Natalie Muruato, Beach; Darrell Oswald, Wing; Gregg Schuetze, Watford City; Joyce ShiningOneSide, Dunseith; Warren Solberg, Horace; Joni Tillich, Belcourt; Daniel Stenberg, Watford City; and Alan Svangstu, Minot.

“It’s very exciting to have our seventh RLND class starting in November,” says Marie Hvidsten, RLND program director. “This class is the largest group so far with 29 participants.

The experience they have will be life-changing.”

Since RLND began in November 2003, 110 people from 78 communities in 37 counties have graduated from the program.

DURABILITY REDEFINED.

Introducing Vermeer N-series balers – the newest models in the flagship line from the company that started it all. Heavy-duty components provide superior strength and durability. Smart features like the available automatic pickup clutch and auto lube system further extend machine life. Plus, they’re backed by the best distribution network in the industry. Vermeer 604N/605N balers are here to stay.

Vermeer, the Vermeer logo and Equipped to Do More are trademarks of Vermeer Manufacturing Company in the U.S. and/or other countries. © 2015 Vermeer Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

Food for your geraniums

Who knew geraniums loved potatoes? They contain all the nutrients a growing geranium plant needs, and can also make it easier for you to transplant these beautiful flowers.

Simply carve out a hole in a raw potato using the end of a vegetable peeler and insert the stem of a geranium, and then plant the entire thing in its new pot or in your garden.

MONTANA BAKER Trendline, Inc. 406-778-3777 BILLINGS Billings Farmhand, Inc. 406-259-4223 BROADUS MT Tractor & Equipment 406-436-2101

GLASGOW Zerbe Brothers 800-228-5393 406-228-4311

MANHATTAN Churchill Equipment Company 406-282-7252 800-488-3753

WINSTON Cox Ranch Equipment 406-227-6697

GREAT FALLS Hoven Equipment Company 406-727-7153

MILES CITY Gordon Repair 406-234-4595

HILGER Wichman Ag Supply LLC 406-538-5686

POTOMAC Kanavel Ag. Supply 406-244-1000

ALEXANDER Anderson Vermeer Sales 701-828-3358

NORTH DAKOTA

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• 16” heavy steel pipe for culverts • • 6x8 - 8-ft. length fir timbers • • Bridge beams • Call Mark at Bauer & Buck Construction (406) 880-5473

M & R CUSTOM SEED CLEANING

Get an early start on your seed cleaning.

We come directly to the farm.

We clean out after every job.

We also size barley.

Call now for an appointment 1-800-626-7932 William D. Wipf (406) 781-0772

Ray Morken Jr. (701) 444-2201 or (701) 770-2201

##### By feeding hens certain dyes they can be made to lay eggs with varicolored yolks. ##### Elephants can communicate using sounds that are below the human hearing range: between 14 and 35 hertz. ##### Female chickens, or hens, need about 24 to 26 hours to produce one egg.

Thirty minutes later they start the process all over again. In addition to the half-hour rests, some hens rest every three to five days and others rest every 10 days. ##### Hummingbirds are the smallest birds - so tiny that one of their enemies is an insect, the praying mantis. ##### In its entire lifetime, the average worker bee produces 1/12th teaspoon of honey.

Valuation of agricultural land for real estate tax assessment

By Dwight Aakre, Extension Farm Management Specialist, NDSU Agribusiness and Applied Economics Department The valuation of agricultural land in North Dakota is determined by capitalizing the value of the landowner’s share of gross return from production. Market value is not used for assessed valuation. Assessed valuation is about one-third of the estimated market value.

Gross revenue for each county is estimated by multiplying the acreage of each crop by the yield per acre by the marketing year average cash price. Twenty percent of the revenue for sugar beets and potatoes, and 30 percent of the revenue for all other crops is considered the landowner’s share.

Revenue from irrigated land is reduced by 50 percent. The landowner’s share of gross return is divided by the cost of production index. This index reflects changes in the prices paid for items used for production, interest, taxes and wage rates. The cost of production index reduces the value of the landowner’s share of production, with the end result being lower calculated land values.

After the landowner’s share of gross returns for the county is reduced by the cost of production index, this value is divided by the total number of reported planted and nonplanted acres to determine the landowner’s share of gross returns per acre. This is an average value for an entire county. The resulting value is divided by the capitalization rate to estimate the average value per acre for cropland in each county.

The capitalization rate represents the average retail rate of loans priced by AgriBank associations during the year to borrowers in North Dakota. The rate is the average of various products that range in duration from short (two-to three-year reset) to long (fixed to maturity of 20 or 30 years).

The average is weighted by loan amount. Twelve years of data are used. The highest and lowest values are dropped and the remaining 10 years’ data are averaged.

The value of non-cropland is estimated by calculating the value of calves and cull cows produced per acre of grazing land. Grazing land is identified as native rangeland and improved pasture. The production of grazing land is measured in animal unit months of carrying capacity and is held constant from year to year.

The average value per acre of all agricultural land in North Dakota increased by 7.22 percent from 2014 to 2015, based on the value of production. Cropland value increased 7.69 percent and non-cropland value increased by 4.1 percent.

The formula capitalization rate was 4.95 percent.

The increase in the values for cropland and all agricultural land was primarily due to increased value of crop production. The value of production for most counties has been considerably higher since 2007 than in prior years.

This increase in value of production is a combination of increased yields, higher prices and a change in cropping mix.

The capitalization rate change increased land valuations by 4.85 percent in all counties, while the cost of production index decreased land values in all counties by 6.17 percent.

The value of production increased cropland valuation from 4.48 percent up to 16.33 percent across individual counties.

Non-cropland values increased by 4.1 percent, all due to an increase in the price received for calves and cull cows.

Square Dance Day Date When Celebrated: Always November 29 Here’s a chance to get out and “Dosey Do” with your partner. It’s Square Dance Day! English, Irish, and Scottish settlers brought square dancing to the U.S. As it evolved in the U.S., a caller was added, to help dancers stay in step. It remains popular among southern and western rural areas, and with senior citizens.

Couples square dance in circles or square formations. It’s lively and quick, and lots of fun.

Square Dancing is both fun, and great exercise. Medical sites and journals speaks to its health benefits for people of all ages.

The origin of Square Dance Day is unknown. Our research did not uncover the roots. But, don’t miss the opportunity today to “Swing your partner” to the lively beat!

Are you looking to Celebrate Square Dancing for a whole month? September is International Square Dance Month..

Another banner year for waterfowl hunters

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BARLEY STRAW FOR SALE

New crop and carryover crop, round and small square bales Call or text 406-590-9087 or Call 467-3130, leave message, Fairfield, MT

By Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Flyway the dates are: October 3–January 10, Montana waterfowl hunters are in store for 2016 and January 16–20, 2016. Swan hunting yet another year of some of the best duck and will run October 10–December 1. goose hunting in the Northwest.

The basic daily bag limit for the Central “For Montana waterfowl hunters this is the Flyway is six and for the Pacific Flyway it is return of the good old days,” said Jim Hanseven. For each flyway there are some species sen, Central Flyway coordinator for Montana and sex restrictions within the basic bag limit.

Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) in Billings.

Goose bag limits are the same as last year “Waterfowl conservation efforts over the past for both flyways. Possession limits are three 20 years in Canada and the U.S. ‘prairie pottimes the daily bag limit for both ducks and hole region’ are providing quality habitat, and geese. ducks—also aided by a series of wet years— Hansen cautions that seasonal water condihave responded.”

The annual spring population survey in tions are variable around the state, so scouting the traditional survey areas conducted by the of favorite hunting spots will be important. As U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service found record always, hunting success will depend a lot on high populations of total breeding ducks at local habitat conditions and weather.

49.5 million, 43 percent above the 1955-2014 To view Montana’s 2015-16 migratory average. Mallards were 51 percent above the bird regulations online visit FWP’s website long-term average, and Canada goose populaat fwp.mt.gov. Click Hunting. Migratory bird regulations are expected to be available at tions continue their high-population trends.

FWP offices and most license providers by Montana’s migratory bird—or waterfowl— mid-September. hunting seasons are set to fit within USFWS For online information on the federal duck frameworks. Under these guidelines 105 days and wetland report, visit http://www.flyways. are available for general waterfowl hunting in us. the Pacific Flyway—generally the western half of Montana—while the eastern portion of Montana within the Central Flyway has 97 days of hunting available for ducks and coots and 105 days for geese.

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Policy meetings will take place on Thursday and Friday of Annual Convention. Guest speakers will address a number of topics affecting Montana’s ranching communities during the past year and in months to come. A Trade Show with over 100 booth spaces will be open to the public each day- Thursday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m.

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They served and fought to protect us, to keep our country safe, and to preserve our way of life. Veterans gave their time, and risked their lives for you and me.

In some cases, they made the ultimate sacrifice.

This holiday originally was called Armistice Day and was first celebrated in 1921. In 1954, President Eisenhower changed it to Veteran’s Day, in honor of those who served and died from all wars.

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New disease resistant pea now available

By Jan Suszkiw, Agricultural Research Service U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists in Pullman, Washington, developed Hampton, a new edible dry pea variety that resists multiple pathogens of this legume crop.

Two pathogens of particular concern are the pea enation mosaic virus (PEMV) and bean leaf roll virus (BLRV). In severe cases, both of these aphid-borne pathogens can inflict crop losses of 80 to 90 percent, according to Rebecca McGee, a plant geneticist with USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS).

Besides seed-yield losses, outbreaks of PEMV and BLRV also deprive growers of an important grain-rotation crop that can cut down on synthetic fertilizer use—the result of the legume’s symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing root bacteria, adds McGee, at the ARS’s Grain Legume Genetics and Physiology Research Unit, Pullman.

Fortunately, Hampton resists both of these viral threats as well as a variety of fungal pathogens that cause Fusarium wilt and powdery mildew. Hampton owes its broad disease resistance, high yield and other valued agronomic traits to a top-performing population of sixth-generation offspring plants derived from crossing two ARS pea breeding lines, PS810090 and PS510718.

McGee developed, evaluated and released Hampton as part of a pea, lentil and chickpea germplasm-improvement program at Pullman together with collaborators from North Dakota State University, Washington State University, Montana State University and the University of Idaho.

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By Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist, NDSU Extension Service the feel of regular spoons, a nudge from the The other day, I was enjoying a nice fall same old dog all felt good, and recovery afternoon and viewing this year’s calves on was on the way. ample pastures.

My mind got back to thinking about Their mothers were keeping a trusting things other than self-preservation. I thought eye on their calves, with no indication the about those calves I had seen earlier in the calves’ world soon would change because week. I thought about how similar we reweaning time is fast approaching. ally are and how they, too, soon would be After basking in the moderate sun and doing what I had just done: traveling a lot, breeze, I returned home feeling sluggish. By bedding down in unfamiliar surroundings, the next morning, life had deteriorated and eating food out of their routine and making continued to do so during the next couple new schedules work. of days.

We stress those Why? I pondered. calves and force their In actuality, I had been bodies into the very traveling a lot in the scenario I had just last couple of weeks, lived through. We bedding down in ungather calves, work familiar surroundings, them, ship them, eating food out of my sell them, ship them, routine and making move them, work schedules work even them and then tell though the hours in them they are home, a day were less than now get to eating. the hours needed, but They get sick like we things seemed fine. do. They feel just as Then, I noticed the we do. They respond slight cough and unjust as we do. wanted sinus guests, Stress is the hidthat persistent, slight den opportunity for tingling. A sneeze, all that is bad. If a another cough and bad thought needs things seemed fine for to be corrected, a couple of hours. The modern technology tingling spread down cannot offset poor the throat, moving management and the wherever opportuelevated stress levnity allowed. These els associated with unwanted new guests poor management. made themselves at We can vaccinate, home on the tongue, and we should. But tonsils or whatever more than anything, we should strive for a appendage seemed hospitable. stress-free environment when weaning and Sitting was more pleasurable than standstress-free movement of cattle in our care. ing. Movement was slower. The 100-yard A stress-free calf that leaves the ranch dash would be an eternity. Muscles that I without stress needs to arrive at a new home had not noticed for a while got that crampy without stress. The 15-year-old cow still feeling, moving but reluctantly. survives on the ranch because she feels at The sinus guests have not stated their home. That feeling should be our goal. That names, but I had known them before. They weaned calf has yet to even begin to experiprobably were the virus family, along with ence life, but it really needs to bring a piece all their bacterial friends. They found comof the ranch along as the journey starts. fort within me despite my pleading for them Yes, some will think me soft, but I still to go away. Pretty soon, their party seemed have a piece or two of important points in to be in full swing. Phlegm (commonly my life tucked away. The calf is no different. called “snot”) and other party aftermath The shift from summer pasture to winter started to fill their space and oozed out, trigfeedlot will go much smoother if even just a gering more coughing and sneezing. Some piece of the summer pasture is still evident. would say quite a party.

Maybe the flowing water, fresh hay or soft Finally something had to be done. The bedding will make the trip easier. internal furnace kicked in: sweating, more Keeping the ration sweet and palatable discomfort, but discomfort for the viral and will bring the taste of milk and grass back. bacterial guests as well. Soon, with the help And just like us, keeping the dark doors, the of an army of antibodies sacrificing their howling winds, the sharp boards, the whips life, the ooze was filled with the last of the and the unforgiving hot shots locked away party-goers as the virus and bacterial guests can only help assure the calf has a pleasant were swooshed out with a few tough but trip. Calves and us, we both need a little deserving coughs. What remains are tired tender care, especially when tomorrow is and worn-out muscles, irritated tissues, sour an unknown. and traumatized throat, sinuses and other May you find all your ear tags. party spots, mostly unknown.

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NDSU sets farm/ranch transition planning classes

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By NDSU Extension Service Many North Dakota farmers and ranchers know that when they retire, they want their business to stay in the family, but they aren’t sure how to make that happen.

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By Rebecca Vogt, UNL IANR, Agricultural Economics Many rural Nebraskans are concerned about potential weather problems in their area and most believe the state should develop a plan for adapting to climate change to reduce its impact on agriculture, communities and natural resources, the Nebraska Rural Poll shows.

Forty-eight percent of rural Nebraskans are concerned or very concerned about more severe droughts or longer dry periods in their area. Forty-one percent are concerned about insect-borne diseases such as West Nile virus and 39 percent are concerned about more extreme summer temperatures.

Most support a plan for adapting to climate change, regardless of whether they attribute change in climate to natural cycles or human activity. Sixty-one percent agree or strongly agree that Nebraska should develop a plan for adapting to climate change to reduce its impact on agriculture, rural communities, forestry and natural resources. Seventeen percent disagree with the statement. Sixty-three percent agree or strongly agree that the University of Nebraska should be helping agricultural producers, rural communities and others to adapt to climate change. Fifteen percent disagree with that statement.

“These results show that Nebraskans are ready to move forward on climate preparedness,” said Tonya Haigh, rural sociologist at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) National Drought Mitigation Center.

Rural Nebraskans are also very supportive of renewable energy sources. Eighty percent agree that more should be done to develop solar or wind energy in Nebraska, and 59 percent think more should be done to develop ethanol or biodiesel energy in the state. Furthermore, about threequarters believe the state should invest more in both wind and solar energy. One-half think more should be invested in hydroelectric energy.

“Rural Nebraskans have consistently expressed support for wind and renewable energy in previous polls,” said Randy Cantrell, rural sociologist with the Nebraska Rural Futures Institute. “This year’s findings demonstrate that again.”

Other poll findings show mixed opinions about the health impacts of climate change. Few reported their household experiencing health problems during the drought of 2012.

However, 38 percent of persons with occupations in agriculture experienced increased anxiety or stress during the drought.

Similarly, many do not believe climate change is harming their health or members of their family’s health now.

However, opinions are mixed on whether that will happen within the next 25 years.

Most receive information about climate change from traditional media sources such as newspapers, television and radio. Many also read information from an article or story they found on the Internet. Seventy percent trust University of Nebraska experts, 61 percent trust scientists in general and 55 percent trust doctors and other public health experts as sources of information about climate change. Many also trust television weather reporters, state agencies, environmental organizations and federal agencies. However, most rural Nebraskans distrust social media and online blogs and podcasts as sources of information about climate change.

Many distrust the mainstream news media as well as radio talk show hosts.

“These results underscore the fact that the University of Nebraska is widely respected as a source of unbiased, valuable information,” Haigh said. “It shows that the university has a critical role to play in our state’s adaptation to changing climate conditions in the years ahead.”

The Rural Poll is the largest annual poll of rural Nebraskans’ perceptions on quality of life and policy issues. This year’s response rate was 32 percent. The margin of error is plus or minus 2 percent. Complete results are available online at http://ruralpoll.unl.edu.

“With its 20-year history, the poll has a collection of data about rural trends and perceptions that is unmatched in the country,” said Becky Vogt, survey research manager who’s been working on the Rural Poll since its second year.

Although the Grand Island area (Hall, Hamilton, Howard and Merrick counties) was designated a metropolitan area by the U.S. Census Bureau in 2013, the Rural Poll continues to include those counties in its sample. Also, Dixon and Dakota counties were added to the poll last year.

The university’s Department of Agricultural Economics conducts the poll in cooperation with the Nebraska Rural Futures Institute with funding from Nebraska Extension and the Agricultural Research Division in the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

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New BOSS snow plows

* Prices subject to stock on hand

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NEW STOCK & HORSE TRAILERS

IN STOCK

New Circle D 24-ft. gooseneck stock trailer with 2 solid center gates, full bull package, 14-ply tires......................................................................................................$10,995 New Circle D 20-ft. gooseneck stock trailers with sliding center gate. 14-ply tires. Bull Package..............................................................................................................$9995

4x7’ Heavy DutyTrailer Mats

NEW HEAVY DUTY FLATBED TRAILERS

Diamond C 32-ft. tandem dual, 2 piece with folding beavertail, dual jacks, tool box, bridged frame, torque tube............................................................................. $11,895 Circle D 31-ft. (3) 7,000 lb./6 torsion axle, 3 piece folding beavertail, chain basket, dual jacks................................................................................................................... $9695 Diamond C 30-ft. (3) 7,000 lb. spring axle, 2 piece beavertail, bridged frame, tool box, dual jacks........................................................................................................... $9895 Circle D 29-ft. tandem dual, 3 piece beavertail, dual jacks, chain basket............. $9995 Diamond C 28-ft. tandem dual, 2 piece beavertail, dual jacks, tool box, bridged frame. . ...................................................................................................................... $10,595 Circle D 27-ft. tandem dual, 3 piece beavertail, dual jacks, chain basket............. $9695 Circle D 25-ft. (2) 7,000 lb. torsion axles, dual jacks, chain basket, 3 piece beavertail... . ......................................................................................................................... $7595

NEW DUMP TRAILERS

New Travalong 14-ft. bumper pull dump trailers...................... $9895 New Travalong 14-ft. gooseneck dump trailers................... $10,895 New Diamond C 14-ft. bumper pull dump trailer with tarp.......... $8495

Each.....$65

New Circle D pickup flatbeds

Circle D flatbeds, gooseneck hitch plate, lights, headache rack, rear skirt. Black

7x7.................. $1450 71/2x81/2........... $1450 71/2x9............... $1520 8x9.................. $1850 8x11................ $2150

NEW SKID STEER TRAILERS

1-New Circle D 20-ft. gooseneck skid steer trailers, 80” wide, 7000# torsion axles, fold-over ramps, tread plate fenders, treated wood floor, radial tires....$5995 1-New Circle D 18-ft. bumper pull, with 16” tires, 7000# axles, ramps...........$4995

NEW UTILITY FLATBED TRAILERS

New 18’x83” heavy duty car hauler, wrap tongue, 6” channel frame, brakes on two axles, 7000 lb. axles...................$4495 New 18’x83” deluxe car hauler, wrap tongue, set back jack, brakes on two axles, ramps, 5200 lb. axles.......$4095

$1200

NEW 3-point Bale Unroller

NEW HEAVY DUTY TILT TRAILERS

(2) Diamond C 25-ft. partial tilt, (2) 7,000 lb. axles, tool box................................. $7395 Diamond C 24-ft. full tilt deck-over power tilt, (2) 7,000 lb. axles, tool box............ $8995 Hillsboro 23.5-ft. partial tilt.................................................................................... $7595

Includes cylinder and hoses.

NEW BUMPER PULL TILT TRAILERS

Diamond C 24-ft. full power tilt deck-over, (2) 7,000 lb. axles............................... $7995 Diamond C 22-ft. partial tilt.................................................................................... $5995 Hillsboro 21.5-ft. partial tilt.................................................................................... $6595

G ll – steel flatbeds

Gooseneck & Bumper Pull

Tuffloader Tilt 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

USED EQUIPMENT

Rainbow 28-ft., 3 axle flatbed gooseneck...................$5995

1985 Sandhill 31-ft. tandem dual flatbed, 20,000 lb. GVW.......... .....................................$6500

New Haulmark & Look Enclosed Trailers Excellent Selection On Hand

Large Trailer Parts Inventory

2008 Yacht Club 10-ft. snowmobile trailer.....................$1295

• Axles • Springs • Lights • Fenders • Straps• Tie-downs • Bearings & seals• Jacks • Etc. GOOD SELECTION OF UTILITY AND CAR HAULERS TRAILERS

TURNOVER BALL

COMPANION™ 5th WHEEL RV HITCH

Mounts to rails bolted under the bed, or attaches easily to B&W’s turnover ball gooseneck hitch. Easy adjustment of height & lateral positions.

3500, 5200 & 7000# axles

1998 TrailKing TK40LT 20 ton (19’ & 5’) pintle hitch equipment trailer.................. $9500

Circle D 27-ft. tandem dual......... .................................... $7000

1996 Trail King tandem axle belly dump.........................$18,500

Your Local HydraBed Dealer 6-ft. wide stock trailer.........$1595

8x8 snowmobile trailer.........$600

2013 Diamond C 83”x12-ft. utility single axle with bi-fold gate, ATV ramps................... $1800

2009 Echo 2-place 4 wheeler trailer..............................$800

SnoCo 4-ft. x 10-ft. utility trailer.... ...................................... $595

New Diamond C car haulers

A hitch when you need it...

A level bed when you don’t

Belshe 25-ft. flatbed, tandem dual, 20,000 lb. GVW...$5500

Semi Trailers

Miscellaneous

Nissan forklift, 3000 lb., nice shape...........................$6700

16-ft. 18-ft. & 20-ft.

IN STOCK

Triple T Sales Contact Dave Taylor; 406-357-2166

Chinook, MT

Home Phone - 406-357-2162 Highway 2 West, Chinook, MT 1/2 miles west of Chinook

Fruehauf 21-ft. flatbed pup trailer.........................................................................................................$7500 Fontaine 48-ft. dropdeck trailer..........................................................................................................$17,500 Highboy 48-ft. utility flatbed trailer.....................................................................................................$11,900

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3-V Distributing, Inc.

Conrad Industrial Park

Box 955

Conrad, MT 59425

Phone 406-278-5400 or 1-800-310-5402 Evenings Call: Jordan VanDyke 406-450-3953

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

E-mail Address 3vdist@3rivers.net

Happy Thanksgiving

We are very thankful for you this year our friends and customers and wish you all the best in the upcoming holiday seasons!

The Entire Crew at 3V (6) ITB grain boxes in stock Let’s make a deal!

Put our 30+ years of experience installing the ITB body to work for you!

3 DewEze bale beds in stock now!!

New shipment of flatbeds in stock.

Several sizes to choose from!

(2) 15-ft. gravel bodies in stock!

36” side height (1) with asphalt rear

Don’t get out to roll your tarp in the cold weather!

Call to schedule an electric tarp and hopper opener installation today!

several more available Call to spec yours today!