Traders Dispatch September 2018 by The Trader's Dispatch

SEPTEMBER 2018

Vol. XIX No. 8 P.O. Box 997 Conrad, MT 59425-0997

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

K-State Beef Stocker Field Day scheduled

By K-State Research and Extension News Quality stocker production strategies, cattle pain management, livestock theft and a panel discussion on how silage fits in growing diets are among topics planned for the 2018 Kansas State University Beef Stocker Field Day on September 20. “We are excited to host the 19th annual edition of the KSU Beef Stocker Field Day,” said Dale Blasi, K-State Animal Sciences and Industry professor and beef cattle extension specialist. “Like all the other events in the past, we bring the latest information on marketing, nutrition, health and technology for attendees to apply to their operation.” CONTINUED ON PAGE A2

AUCTION SALES

Sept. 15, Rivers West Auction, Reiter Estate, Trout Creek MT.......................... A2 Sept. 15, Weaver Auctions, Jules Waber Estate, Deer Lodge MT.................... A4 Sept. 16, Hagedorn Auction, Monty White Estate, Butte MT............................ A3 Sept. 22, Ophus Auction Service, Brummer Farm Auction, Chinook MT....... A7 Sept. 22, Shobe Auction & Realty, Allen Estate, Ryegate MT.......................... A5 Sept. 22, RK Statewide Auctions, Pioneer Garage Liquidation, Jordan MT... A8 Sept. 22, Stone’s Auction Company, Davidson Farm/Ranch, Collectible Cars, Riverton WY................................................................................................... A10 Sept. 22, Montana Auction Company & Badlands Auction & Appraisal, Hellandsaas-Renbarger Farm, Watford City ND......................................................... A9 Sept. 22, Weishaar Auction Service, Knutson Farm & Ranch, New Leipzig ND/ Thunderhawk SD............................................................................................. A6

Sept. 25, Musser Bros Auctions & Real Estate, Balzer Retirement, Online.....................................................................................................A11

Sept. 28, Weishaar Auction Service, Rohr Farm & Ranch, Elgin ND............. A12 Sept. 29, Burow’s Auction Service, Fladager/Wirt Downsizing, Havre MT... A14 Sept. 29, RK Statewide Auctions, Anderson Farm Liquidation, Froid MT.... A16 Sept. 29, Matt’s Auction Service, Styren Auction, Cascade MT..................... A18 Sept. 29, Pate Auction Inc., 2018 State of Montana Surplus, Helena MT...... A13 Sept. 29, Shobe Auction & Realty, Arthur & Mueller Estates,Winifred & Lewistown MT................................................................................................................... A17 Sept. 29, GSI Auction Service, Garrick Moving & Retirement, Plentywood MT.. .......................................................................................................................... A4 Sept. 29, Ophus Auction Service, Parnell Farms, Hays MT............................ A15 Sept. 30, RLP Auctions, Western Auction, Hamilton MT................................ A20 Oct. 3, Buckley Auction, Lightner Farm, Conrad/Valier MT............................ A29 Oct. 6, Eills Auction Service, Willey Ranch, Hulett Wy.................................... A30 Oct. 6, RK Statewide Auctions, Poff Farm & Antique Estate, Sidney MT...... A26 Oct. 10, Shobe Auction & Realty, Abegglen Livestock Real Estate & Ranch Equipment, Online........................................................................................... A5 Oct. 13, Fritz Auction, R&S Grain, Dunkirk MT................................................ A25 Oct. 13, Matt’s Auction Service, Fall Consignment, Vaughn MT.................... A24 Oct. 17.Shobe Auction & Realty, Antique Acres Real Estate & Store Inventory, Lewistown MT................................................................................................ A17

A reader wanted to share this picture of her dad and her son in the combine. She felt farming families have so many values and memories to pass on to their children and grandchildren and is so glad her son gets to share in those.

Start your story in CASNR on October 6

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln IANR News college, the state and the world,” said The College of Agricultural Sciences Sue Ellen. “We look forward to showing and Natural Resources at the University potential students what that means at Exof Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL) is offering perience the Power of Red Visit Day on potential students a glimpse at what it October 6.” means to be a member of the CASNR The visit will begin at 9 a.m. with recommunity. CASNR’s annual Experience freshments and a browsing session, where the Power of Red Visit Day will be held students get a brief introduction to each on October 6 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. department in the college. Following a With 30 diverse majors and a prewelcome at 10 a.m., students and parents professional program, CASNR creates will attend academic sessions that offer an educational experience and positions more in-depth information about each students to have a lasting and impactful academic program. The event concludes career that aligns with their passion. Durwith lunch and a scholarship drawing at ing the event, attendees will meet faculty, 12:45 p.m. Optional tours of City Campus staff and current students to get the scoop and East Campus will begin at 1:30 p.m. on what life in CASNR is really like. Advance registration is required by Experience the Power of Red Visit Day September 28. To register and to see the will not only expose potential students to complete schedule for the day, visit https:// their academic future, but also the unique casnr.unl.edu/visitday. living-learning spaces on campus. For more information, visit http://casnr. “CASNR is focused on fostering an unl.edu or contact Pegg at 402-472-0615 inclusive environment that empowers or spegg2@unl.edu. students to be difference makers in the

Extension offering training Register now for the Montana Farm for Nebraska nonprofit boards to School Summit September 13-14 By University of Nebraska-Lincoln IANR News Nebraska Extension and the Nonprofit Association of the Midlands are partnering to provide nonprofit board training sessions throughout Nebraska this fall. Nonprofits in Nebraska’s communities are generally organizations that raise money to benefit specific groups of people like veterans or youth or raise money for community betterment projects. Nonprofits can be churches, foundations, schools, arts and civic organizations, historical societies, housing organizations. “Board Masters” nonprofit board training will provide the latest information board members need to know to keep their nonprofit organizations operating smoothly. Topics of discussion will include CONTINUED ON PAGE A2

PRODUCTION SALES

Sept. 20, Diamond K Shorthorns, Missoula MT.............................................. A22 Sept. 30, Dixon Land & Livestock, Pomeroy WA............................................. A12 Nov. 14, Montana Hereford Assoc Feeder Calf Sale, Three Forks................. A19

From Montana Department of Agriculture

The Summit will be held September 13-14, 2018 at University of Montana in Missoula. Go to www.montana.edu/mtfarmtoschool/summit.html for complete Summit details, including the agenda, registration info, lodging, partners and sponsors.

Go to www.montana.edu/mtfarmtoschool/summit.html#Registration to go directly to the registration page. For more information, contact: Aubree Roth, Montana Farm to School Coordinator, aubree.roth@montana.edu (406) 994-5996

PRIVATE TREATY

ADVERTISING DEADLINE

Feddes Herefords, Manhattan MT...............................A19 J Bar E Ranch, Plentywood MT...................................A19 McMurry Cattle, Billings MT........................................A19 Peterson Sheep Co., Lemmon SD.................................A6 Wichman Herefords, Moore MT...................................A19 Wyse Genetics, Manhattan..........................................A16

The deadline for October issue

Wednesday, September 26

Advertiser Index B1 Recipe Patch B2

K-State Beef Stocker Field Day

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Auction Date: Saturday, September 15, 2018 - Online portion to begin at noon. Auction Preview: Preview Thursday, September 13 and Friday September 14 ALL DAY Directions: Trout Creek, MT on Michalson Lane, right off of MT HWY 200. AUCTION SIGNS WILL BE CLEARLY POSTED Auctioneers Note: This fall auction is loaded with quality! Join us in Sanders County on September 15 for a fun Saturday sale that is sure to have something for everyone in the family. From a nice lineup of woodworking shop tools and all the building materials you can handle, to heavy equipment, recreational vehicles, agriculture, guns and more; this is a prime auction for the Montanaan in all of us!

Machinery Farm Equipment & Att. Vehicles/ATV’s Snowmobiles/Boat Building Materials Woodworking Equipment Shop Tools Power Equipment Hay & Livestock Guns & Tack Antiques & Misc.

DBL Sales and Service, LLC US Dealer for K-Hart Direct Seeding Disc Drills Dave and Brock Linker • 6960 North Coffee Creek Rd, Coffee Creek, MT 59424

Now Available 2014 K-Hart 42-ft. drill. Coming in on trade. $75,000 K-Hart 66-ft. single shoot drill, nice condition. Call for price. 2016 Shelbourne Reynolds Model XCV36 stripper header. $69,000

Why K-Hart Disc Drills?

Flexi-Coil 2320 tow behind cart, shedded, very good condition. $5000

• Seed into wetter soils than most other drills • Seed faster • Seed with less horsepower & fuel • Simplest design on the market Call for • Perfect combination with stripper header more information. • 34-ft. to 76-ft. Gen II Drill widths K-Hart drills are ready to seed direct from the manufacturer. Don’t have to spend $300 - $500 per row to seed in our conditions. NOW AVAILABLE: Dave cell: 406-350-2266, home: 406-567-2632

Brock cell: 406-350-2886, home: 406-567-3633

Hosted at the K-State Beef Stocker Unit, 4330 Marlatt Avenue in Manhattan, the event starts with registration and coffee at 9:30 a.m. and the program at 10:15 a.m. A barbecue lunch will be provided, and the day will end with an evening social, the “Cutting Bull’s Lament 2018,” at 5:30 p.m., featuring prairie oysters and Call Hall ice cream. Attendees will also have a chance to tour the new student housing at the Beef Stocker Unit and observe some of the new products from Moly Manufacturing Inc. Topics for this year’s agenda include: • The role of stocker producer expectations in cattle buying decisions • Producer panel: Why silage fits in my growing diets • An update on pain management in cattle • Quality stocker production considerations • The tech revolution, Wall Street, baseball and the cattle industry • Rethinking Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) diagnosis • Livestock theft in Kansas • Treatment failures that are not BRD related This year’s event is sponsored by Merck Animal Health. Preregistration fee for the Beef Stocker Field Day is $25 if paid by September 13. More information and online registration are available on the KSU Beef website (http://www.asi.k-state.edu/research-andextension/beef/). After September 13, attendees must pay $35 at the event.

Neb. nonprofit boards training CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE

mission and vision, board structure, meaningful engagement, finance and compliance, recruitment, team building, improvement and evaluation. The sessions will be led by Extension Educator Emeritus, Vernon Waldren and Extension Educators Carroll Welte and Jessica Jones. Fall training sessions will be held in: • MCCOOK: Sept. 12, Keystone Events Center, 402 Norris Ave. • BROKEN BOW: Sept. 13, Custer Co. 4-H Bldg., Custer Co. Fairgrounds, 44100 Memorial Dr. • SEWARD: Sept. 24, Seward Civic Center, 616 Bradford St. • FALLS CITY: Sept. 26, Falls City Senior Center, 221 W. 16th St. • CENTRAL CITY: Oct. 4, Merrick Co. 4-H Bldg., Merrick Co. Fairgrounds, 1784 Fairgrounds Rd. All of the sessions start at 4:30 p.m. local time, run until 8:30 p.m. and include a light dinner. Cost of a single registration for the Boot Camp is $125. Up to 3 people representing the same nonprofit organization can attend for $300. Nonprofits can also send up to 6 board members for $450. Register online by going to http://go.unl.edu/chd4. The registration deadline is for each location is 7 days prior to the session. For more information, contact Jessica Jones in the Johnson County extension office at 402-335-3669 or jessica.jones@unl.edu or Carroll Welte in the Burt County extension office at 402-3742929 or cwelte1@unl.edu.

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September 2018 — Vol. XIX No. 8 Published monthly by Trader’s Dispatch Inc., PO Box 997, Conrad, MT 59425-0997. Free on request to farmers, ranchers, heavy equipment owners and truckers in the Western United States. Non-qualifying in-state annual subscription fee is $15. Out-of-state nonqualifying U.S. annual subscription $25. Periodicals Postage Paid at Conrad, MT and at additional mailing offices.

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2018 Pest Management Tour

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We’d appreciate it if you tell an advertiser you read his ad in the Trader’s Dispatch

By Cecil Tharp (MSU Pesticide Education Specialist)

Figure 1. Montana counties within PAT District 1.

The Montana State University (MSU) Pesticide Education Program is offering the Pest Management Tour for pesticide applicators across northwestern Montana, Private Applicator Training (PAT) District 1, from October 2nd – 4th (Figure 1). Private applicators within PAT district 1 should ensure they have attained 6 private applicator credits prior to the January 1st, 2019 deadline to avoid losing their private applicator certification. Applicators can assess their credit information at https://mtplants.mt.gov/ by selecting “pesticide programs” and “pesticide license search” prior to entering their license number. Applicators can also contact their MSU Extension county office for license information. Private applicators may opt to attend only a morning or afternoon session for 3 private applicator credits; or both for 6 credits. Commercial applicator credits can be viewed on the last page of the 2018 Pest Management Tour agenda at www.pesticides.montana. edu by selecting “Pest Management Tour”. Speakers will deliver presentations on managing rodents, invasive grass management, why pesticides may not work properly, crop insect pest management, effectively utilizing biocontrol agents, understanding the Worker Protection Standard and pollinator protection. Presentations vary by location (see program agenda). Representatives speaking on the tour include Dr. Cecil Tharp (MSU Pesticide Education Specialist), Dr. Jane Mangold (MSU Invasive Plant Specialist), Dr. Kevin Wanner (MSU Crop Insect Pest Specialist), Melissa Maggio (Montana Biocontrol Program Coordinator), Stephen Vantassel (MDA Vertebrate Pest Specialist) and Kima Traynham (MDA District 7 Agent). The tour will cover 6 locations in 3 days: October 2nd Kalispell, MT: Foys Lake Community Center, 100 Foys Canyon Road; Pre-register by September 28th with Flathead County Extension, Pat McGlynn at (406-758-5553; pmcglynn@flathead.mt.gov) or register online at www.pesticides. montana.edu/event.html; $25 fee & lunch provided. Ronan, MT: Community Center, Pre-register by September 28 with Lake County Extension, Jack Stivers at (406-676-4271; jstivers@montana.edu) or register online at www.pesticides.montana.edu/event.html; $3 fee; lunch not provided. October 3rd Plains, MT: Grange Hall; Pre-register by September 28th with Sanders County Extension, Juli Thurston (406827-6934; juli.thurston@montana.edu) or register online at www.pesticides.montana.edu/event.html; $10 fee; lunch on your own. Superior, MT: Mineral County Extension Office, 301 2nd Avenue East; Pre-register by September 28th with Mineral County Extension, Dave Brink (406-822-3545; dbrink@ montana.edu) or register online at www.pesticides.montana. edu/event.html; $10 fee; lunch on your own. October 4th Missoula, MT: Ruby’s Inn & Conference Center, Preregister by September 28th with Missoula County Extension, Steffany Rogge (406-258-4211; steffany@missoulaeduplace.org) or register online at www.pesticides.montana. edu/event.html; $10 fee & lunch provided. Hamilton, MT: Art Building, Ravalli County Fairgrounds, 100 Old Corvallis Road; Pre-register by September 28th with Ravalli County Extension Office, Patrick Mangan, (406375-6611; patrick.mangan@montana.edu); Free; Lunch on your own. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: See the detailed program agenda online at www.pesticides.montana.edu and select ‘2018 Pest Management Tour’ or contact your local Extension agent for local information. For any other questions contact Cecil Tharp, Pesticide Education Specialist, at the MSU Pesticide Education Program office (406)-9945067, ctharp@montana.edu.

USED EQUIPMENT FOR SALE (2) 2010 Cross Country trailers........ $24,000 (2) 2006 Trail King trailers...... Also available Land Pride 10-ft. disk. Never used......$8500

2010 Cat 272C, 4800 hours..............$26,500

bale bed dealer

www.87rentals.com

Cat 323 sheep foot roller...................$12,500

Call Us: (406) 861-0779

Email: mike@87rentals.com 281 21 Mile Road Shepherd, MT 59079

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Coming up Saturday, September 29 at the Plentywood Civic Center, Plentywood, MT

The Gordon & Francis Garrick moving & retirement auction

Selling wil be the real estate located at 505 Laurel Ave, Plentywood, MT. Plus all of the household items and lawn and garden equipment. This is a beautiful home in Plentywood. Modern and very well kept. New owners can move right in. Household items are very nice high end quality. To see the poster and more pictures, go to www.glasgowstockyards.com

SY 517 CL2 - New AP 503CL Brawl - Clearfield with Yield WB Matlock - Jerry that Stands SY Monument - New Top Yielder Willow Creek - For Forage

Corn can make good silage

By NDSU Extension Service Growing conditions have been ideal for • Snow movement/drifting corn in several parts of North Dakota this • Distance to feeding area year, and many livestock producers are • Space to maneuver equipment preparing to produce corn silage. • Ability to exclude livestock and wildlife “Even under ideal conditions, dry-matter Follow these steps to size the pile: losses between the time that corn is har1. Calculate the pounds of silage to be vested and when the silage is consumed by fed daily. animals can approach 15 percent,” cautions 2. Divide by 40 to determine the volume North Dakota State University (NDSU) of silage to be removed daily in cubic feet. Extension livestock environmental steward3. Establish a daily removal rate from the ship specialist Miranda Meehan. face of the pile. “With poor harvest and management, 4. Divide the volume to be removed (Step these losses can be in excess of 50 percent,” 2) by the removal rate (Step 3). This is the she notes. “Therefore, proper harvest and cross section of the pile. management are important to ensure you 5. Set an average pile depth, realizing the are maximizing the amount of good-quality peak will be higher. silage available for feeding your livestock.” 6. Divide the cross section (Step 4) by Harvesting corn silage at the approprithe average depth (Step 5) to determine the ate moisture level is key to getting proper average width of the pile. If this seems too fermentation for preservation and forage narrow, adjust the average depth and/or the quality, according to Carl Dahlen, an associremoval rate. ate professor in NDSU’s Animal Sciences “A critical step to ensure quality silage Department. Moisture levels outside of the is the packing process.” Dahlen says. “An ideal range will lead to improper fermentaanaerobic environment is required for aption, which can impact packing and feed propriate silage fermentation, and packing loss through spoilage. removes air between silage particles. Traditional indicators of when to start “Excess air remaining between particles chopping silage, such as when corn reaches (poor packing) leads to excess spoilage and the 50 percent milk line, can be deceiving mold growth,” he adds. “Once piles are with different silage hybrids. Dahlen and well-packed, consider covering the pile to Meehan recommend producers harvest further enhance silage quality and reduce based on whole-plant dry matter. For bunspoilage. Remember that the amount of kers and piles, they recommend a moisture visible spoilage seen on top of piles (up to content of 60 to 70 percent. 16 inches in a survey of producers) is lost Based on a producer survey NDSU feed.” Extension conducted, the majority of corn Once silage is fermented and feeding silage in North Dakota is harvested during starts, producers should pay particular September. attention to managing the feeding face “If you are utilizing a custom harvester, of horizontal silos and silage piles. Once it is important to keep the harvester updated fermented silage comes in contact with air, on the status of your crop so it can be haradditional heating and spoilage can occur. vested at optimal conditions,” Dahlen says. Dahlen recommends keeping the silage When harvesting, having the chopper set face as straight as possible and removing at at the proper length and clearance between least 6 inches of silage from the entire face the processing rolls is important when using of the pile on a daily basis. Producers can a kernel processor. Particle size influences use this concept to determine the appropridigestibility. ate dimensions of silage piles. To obtain optimal digestibility, research“Corn silage can provide a high-quality ers found that approximately 90 percent of feed for livestock if it is harvested and the particles should be between 0.31 and ensiled properly,” Meehan says. “Careful 0.75 inch. Kernel processing equipment on planning of the harvest, pile size and locachoppers can ensure that a greater proportion, and feeding management can ensure tion of particles falls into the ideal range. quality and reduce the amount of silage lost The equipment breaks down large pieces of due to spoilage. cob and stalk, helping achieve an ideal par“Considering the high variability in ticle size and enhancing silage compaction. quality due to harvest conditions, harvest Meehan and Dahlen advise that prior to methods and ensiling methods, we recomharvest, producers should select a location mend that producers test forage quality to for the silage pile and determine the proper ensure they are meeting animals’ nutritional pile size. Factors to consider when selecting requirement,” she adds. a location include: Contact your local NDSU Extension of• Drainage fice for more information about corn silage. • Distance to water well

FWP seeks comments on draft EA and applicants for cash farm lease

Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking comments on a draft environmental assessment of a Great Falls Shooting Sports Complex Agricultural Lease and asking for applicants interested in farming the 622.76 acres at the Complex. The property is about three miles north of Great Falls and consists of 321.23 acres of FWP land and 301.53 acres of GFSSC land. The lease is for a three-year period, ending October 1, 2021, and may be renewable in three-year terms. FWP requests proposals from anyone interested in farming this property to help meet management needs.

For more information contact: Gary Bertellotti, FWP, 4600 Giant Springs Road, Great Falls, MT 59405; (406) 454-5840; fwprg42@mt.gov. The draft EA and a description of the agricultural lease are available at the address and phone listed above or by visiting the FWP website: http://fwp.mt.gov/news/ publicNotices/ Public comments on the draft EA are due 5 p.m., September 10. Applications to farm are due September 21 at the above address.

D Irwin ! uction

Estate Auction

live a 1929 Ford Model A

1927 Ford Model T Coupe

Allen

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Saturday, Sept. 22 , 2018 • 10:00 a.m. nd

Farmall C

Ford 800

1980 Hesston 1114

1976 Ford 6600

Location: Allen Ranch, Ryegate, MT 31 miles east of Judith Gap, MT or 25 miles north of Ryegate, MT

From Judith Gap, go east 17.5 miles on Hwy. 297 (to end of pavement) then east 9 miles on Judith Gap Road, then 4 miles north on Allen Rd. From Ryegate, go north 22 miles on MT 238, then 1 mile west, then 4 miles north on Allen Rd. (Watch for Auction Arrows) 1932 Ford Model B

Owner: Irwin Allen Estate - Ryegate, MT • Loretta Swanson, PR

Bobcat S175

Colt Official Police, .22 LR

Win 70, .270

vintage vehicles

tractors & haY equip.

1929 Ford Model A Special coupe, ground-up restoration, center balanced engine, rumble seat, beautiful condition! 1927 Ford Model T coupe, ground-up partially restored, orig. body 1929 Ford Model A Truck, ground-up partially restored 1932 Ford Model B 1½-ton truck, partially restored, ran when parked in shed

vehicles 2004 GMC 2500 hp, auto, 4x4, 84053 mi, reg. cab, TDK grill guard, long box 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT sport utility pickup, 4x4, V-8 Vortec, auto, loaded, 185,800 mi. 1997 GMC 2500 Super Custom, 81,546 mi., 4 spd., 4x4, 350 engine 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham, 4 door 1993 GMC SL Sierra pickup, reg. cab, long box, 5 spd, 4x4, 197k miles, ranch truck 1998 GMC SLC pickup, reg. cab, auto, 120K miles, non -runner, needs work!

skid steer & attachments

1976 Ford 6600, 2wd, 4 cyl. diesel, 8 spd. dual power, 67 hp, Hiniker cab, front weights, dual pto, 3 pt., 2 hyd. Allis Chalmers 170, 4 cyl. gas, 60 hp, 8 spd., pwr. steering, 540 pto, 3 pt., meter reads 545 hrs., w/ FH loader, pto pump Ford 800, gas, 46 hp, pto, 3 pt. Farmall C row-crop tractor, restored, 540 pto, runs good 1980 NH 1114 swather, 14’ hdr., hydro.., gas, S#327233, meter reads only 585 hrs

attachments & other equip. Rhino 950 8’ blade, 3 pt, hyd tilt & angle Long backhoe, 3 pt., 24” bucket, 12’ reach, 12” bucket GB 800 Workmaster loader, 6’ bucket, no hyd. pump Shaver post pounder, front mount Howard 5’ rototiller, pto, 3 pt J-Bar 3 pt. rotary mower, 5’ McCormick Deering sickle mower, 6’

Colt Official Police, .38

1989 DN stock trailer, gn, 17’ x 66”w x 6’3”h, wood floor, ctr. gate, rear slider, 16”rims, torsion axle McPherson 15 ½” saddle w/breast collar, excellent Powder River calf table, all steel, red Pearson squeeze chute, auto head catch, wood slats need work Striker TS air-operated steel post driver, new

atv’s, snowmobiles, Yard & garden 2017 Polaris Ranger 900 H.O., cab, heat, pwr. windows w/Polaris 4500# hvy. duty winch 1998 Honda Fourtrax TRX300FW 4 wheeler, 4 x 4, manual foot shift 1998 Polaris Indy Trail X-tra 10 snowmobile, 4,054 miles 1992 Polaris Indy Lite 340 snowmobile, 4,031 mi. Husqvarna YTH2248 lawn tractor, 746 hrs, 48” Honda 3013 riding lawn mower, hydrostatic, 38” Honda HRA214 push mower, 20” Ariens snow blower, 24”

firearms & reloading

livestock brand & equip. Montana livestock brand:

Bobcat S175 skid steer, Kubota 2.2L diesel, 46 hp, 1,612 hrs., manual quick-attach, 66” bucket w/teeth Great Northern Equip skid steer bucket, 66” Sidney Manuf. Timberline-HTC tree shear, cuts up to 14” tree, 90 deg. hyd. rotation Lowe hyd. post auger, 9” bit

Heart Standing D LH cattle & RS horses elec. irons included

Colt Woodsman, .22

Win. 94 SRC, .25-35, lever action, w/nylon sling, peep sight, made in 1919 Win. 70, .270 w/6X Weaver scope, made in 1950 Win. 71, .22.250, Model, w/Weaver scope

Jayson & Kyle Shobe Auctioneers & Realtors

Win 72, .22 SL

Win. 72, .22 S/L, ,w/scope, cracked stock Browning Medallion, .30-06, engraved, w/Weaver scope Colt Official Police Model, .38, handgun Colt Official Police Model, .22 LR, handgun w/holster Colt Woodsman, .22, handgun

This is only a partial list of the guns offered. Please see the website for the full list! shop equipment Miller Blue Star 6000 welder generator, 226 hrs., 180 amp DC, 6000 watt AC gen., 13hp Honda eng. North Star 8000 watt generator, Honda, 13hp eng. Honda 5000SX generator, 11hp eng., on cart Champion 3500 watt portable generator

antiques, books, household

And Much More! - SALe ORDeR We will be selling in 2 rings for a portion of the day. Please plan accordingly. 10 A.M. 1 P.M. 2 P.M. 3 P.M.

Ring 1 Ring 2 Shop Tools & equip. Antiques & Collectibles Livestock equip. Household, Books Firearms, Vintage & Modern Vehicles Skid Steer, Tractors Farm equip., Attachments Antique Auto Parts, Iron

Terms: Cash or Check Day of Auction. No Buyer’s Premium.

408 West Main • Lewistown, MT 59457 Office: 406-538-5125 E-mail: jayson@shobeauction.com kyle@shobeauction.com Jayson cell: 406-366-5125 • Kyle cell: 406-366-0472

www.ShobeAuction.com

Abegglen Livestock Kim & Sherry Abegglen

2005 Peterbilt & 1999 Transcraft

REAL ESTATE & RANCH EQUIPMENT

ONLINE-ONLY AUCTION Closes Wednesday, October 10th, 2018 real estate - auction ends at 6:00 p.m. Location: 23918 US Highway 191, Garneill, MT

Home on 3 acres with large shop, 2 calving barns and corrals, located on Hwy 191, 15 miles south of Eddies Corner or 5.5 miles north of Judith Gap. Acreage: 3.07 Acres Home: 1987 Fleetwood Brookfield double-wide manufactured home, not on permanent foundation, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1092 sq.ft., mud room, front & rear wood decks. (Appliances sell with Real Estate, including Elec. Jenn-Air Kitchen Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave) Heat: Forced Air electric furnace, wood furnace Roof & Siding: asphalt roofing, Masonite siding Water: Drilled well, 85 ft. Septic: Private septic system installed Fuel: Electric service only Taxes: $561

Shop Building: Built in 2004, pole frame, 64’ x 28’, 16’ sidewalls, 14’ x 14’ overhead door, elec. opener, full concrete floor, 14’ x 20’ partially insulated room w/ wood stove, loft. Calving Barn #1: Built in 2012, pole frame, 48’ x 32’, clear span, 7’ & 11’ sliding doors, walkthrough door, water hydrant, electric installed Calving Barn #2: Built in 2007, pole frame, 48’ x 30’, 8’ sliding door, water hydrant, electric installed Corrals: 4 lot pens, alley & several smaller holding pens, wood plank, numerous water tanks Detached Garage: Built in 1989, 20’ x 30’, overhead door, needs work

Legal Description: S31, T12N, R16E, C.O.S. #833, PARCEL A IN SW4NE4 & 1987 FLEETWOOD BROOKFIELD Starting Bid: $65,000 Terms: 5% Buyers Premium. Cash to Seller at Closing. Buyer(s) will sign a Buy-Sell agreement, within 24 hours after the auction. Property sells with no contingencies. Buyers must have financing arranged before bidding. Seller will provide title insurance. Complete terms provided during bidder registration @ www.ShobeAuction.com. Property sells subject to Seller’s approval of the final bid.

– Inspection of Real Estate & Ranch Equip. – Monday, September 24th • 4 – 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 3rd• 1 – 4 p.m. Tuesday, October 9th • 1 – 4 p.m or by appointment with the Auctioneers 406-366-5125.

2016 JD 6135E w/ JD H310

ranch equip. - auction ends at 6:30 p.m.

TRUCKS & PICKUPS

2005 Peterbilt Mdl. 378, CAT C15, 475 hp, 10 spd. Eaton-Fuller, Unibilt Ultra sleeper cab w/ bunks, 604,238 actual miles, rubber 80%. A VERY clean, good running, no-holes outfit! 1974 Ford tandem truck, Cummins diesel, 5/2 spd., hvy duty hoist, all-steel box, 18’ x 62”h, mixed rubber (several new tires) 1999 Ford F-350 w/ DewEze 475 bale bed, Triton V-10 gas, auto, recent new transm., grill guard, tool boxes, 130,454 mi., rubber 50%

TRAILERS

1999 Transcraft flat deck trailer, 48’ x 102”, spread axle (102”), air susp., good wood deck, hay extensions (sides & 3’ rear), mixed rubber 15% +/1984 Charmac stock trailer, gn, 13’ x 7’w, 6’6”h, tack compartment, center gate, rear slider, matted floor, torsion axles

RANCH EQUIPMENT

Wilray 300 gal. fuel tank, on stand Coleman Powermate generator, 5000w, 10 hp

HAY

(300) Round bales, 2018 hay year, 1220# +/-, 50/50 grass/alfalfa, twine, put up right (Appx. 180 ton)

LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT Hi Hog calf table, 2-way Tarter round bale feeder, 3-section, 8’ For-Most A-25 auto head catch, like new For-Most alley stop, new (3) Calf huts, 16’ x 8’ (2) Round bale feeders (22) RR ties, 8’ x 8” x 6”

Terms: 2.5% Buyer’s Premium. Cash, Check or Credit Card. 3% convenience fee if paying with CC.

TRACTOR & HAY EQUIP.

2016 JD 6135E, MFWD, w/ JD H310 self-leveling loader, 4.5L diesel, 135 hp (115 hp pto), 3 hyd., 3 pt., dual pto, 852 hrs. An excellent, low-hour, super versatile unit! NH 2450 swather, 18’ header, conditioner, 2228 hrs. A good, straight, clean machine! JD 535 round baler, twine only, field ready! Titan pallet forks, skid-steer quick attach, 36” adj. forks

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1974 Ford Tandem

1999 Ford F-350 DewEze

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Nebraska Extension trains first responders for livestock emergencies

By Alice Akers, IANR Media Intern On any given day, thousands of livestock of the animals and how to properly handle 12 thick yearling Genelink (SAMM) rams such as cattle, swine, poultry and equine the animals – for everyone’s safety is a key are in transit throughout Nebraska. When factor,” said Nebraska Extension Educator 4 Ready for heavy service. accidents happen involving these livestock, Rob Eirich. 4 Reasonable price. it makes the scene much more complex to In 2017, there were 2,558 accidents in4 Can help with delivery. manage. Nebraska Extension’s livestock volving animals, according to the Nebraska emergency response plan training is eduDepartment of Transportation. When livePhone (701) 376-3115 cating first responders on how to deal with stock are involved in accidents it adds a Peterson Sheep Co., Lemmon, SD such accidents. layer of complexity. Animals may not be “Knowing how to assess the situation contained; they could be injured or trapped or could even cause additional accidents or harm. The livestock emergency reGrain Augers Retirement Auction sponse plan training sets out Batco 1355 Conveyer, PTO Drive, to educate any first respond13 inch belt. 55 feet. ers who may be involved Westfield 100-71 auger with swing with livestock accidents. hopper. 10 inches by 71 feet. PTO Drive In June, extension and the Nebraska Department 10:30 am MDT ATV of Agriculture partnered Arctic Cat 350 4-Wheeler to host the first livestock Phone: Marlin Knutson - Home: 701-376-5981 - Cell: 701-426-1530 emergency response plan Directions: From New Leipzig, ND on Hwy. 21, south on Hwy. 49 to mile Trailer House training in Grand Island for marker 8, west 4 miles, south 1 mile. From Thunderhawk, SD on Hwy. 12, 1991, 1680 Medallion Trailer first responders, including north on Hwy. 49 to mile marker 8, west 4 miles, south 1 mile. House, 3 Bed, 2 Bath, Propane the state patrol, fire departheat and stove, Tires and Hitch, Tillage Equipment: ments, emergency medical Tractors Trucks Electric water heater 14’ Kewanee Disc technicians, sheriffs, county John Deere 14 foot 100 Tool Bar emergency planners, veteriConsignment John Deer 3 pt Cultivator, 4 row narians and others. Over 30 Gil Herbel 701-353-2294 Track Wacker, 3 Pt Farm Equipment Auction people attended the training. Morris 29 foot Chisel Plow John Deere 350 18 Ft offset Disk Livestock training is not Tuesday, AprilIH3,45,2018 29 ft Vibra Shank common in traditional emerHaybuster 24 ft. Undercutter gency response fields so am20 MT 1974 C60 Chevy10:00 tandem truck. Harvest Equipment those that respond to accifoot box and roll tarp. Pintle Hitch. Owner: Tracy Schumacher John Deere 38 corn chopper, 2 row dents often are unaware of 5-2 Transmission, 427 Chevy EnJohn Deere 7200 MFD w/ 740 wide and 2 row narrow gine. Scranton, North Dakota JD loader. 13.6R-28 Front how livestock will respond 12 Ft Richardton Dump Wagon Tires, 18.4R38 Rear Tires. to stress. For example, most 1010 Ft head w/Lucke sunLocation: Scranton, ND (HwyCase 12) at ND25Hwy 10890 hours. Serial Number: flower pans, modified to fit 8010 livestock are color blind, th RW7200H001080. New Cab Kit 67, go 3 miles north to 85 St then 1 mile east. Case Combine have no depth perception John Deere 4010 (#1402), 2 hyd., and Seat, Quick Hitch, 3 HydrauHeader Trailer For more information call: 3 pt. w/quick hitch, 540/1000 lics, 540 and 1000 PTO and see 330 degrees around Sund 22 foot windrow pickup attachPTO, 18.4 x 34 tires (like new), them, all of which will affect ment Tracy Schumacher at Synchro Trans, straight, clean, J&M 650 Grain Cart, roll tarp how they react in certain excellent paint (tach show 605.4 701-275-8722 or 701-523-6201 2006 AFX 8010 Case IH Combine situations. Bright floodlights hours) 2000 - International 9200 Semi. with Duals, sunflower chimney. and flashing lights could Cummins ISM 370 Engine, 10 4520 Engine Hours, 3115 Sepaspeed Rockwell transmission. Pro cause a response that could rator hours. Serial #HAJ106844. Consignment TRACTORS Sleeper. 295/75R22.5 Tires do more harm or damage. 520/85R42 Duals, 18.4R-30 Rear Brad Sigvaldsen 2011GMC JD 9630 1RW9630PVBP023156) 1973 Single(Ser. Axle #6500, 14 Tires According to Eirich, a w/800/70 4 Hyd foot OmahaR38 box Duals, and Hoist, roll blocks, Case STX 375, 16L Cummins En701-376-3220 Case 2062, 36 ft. Draper Head, Finkey part of the training is tarp, 5/2 Transmission. 366 V8. gine, w/ EZ Steer, 4 hydrauNew Holland 664 Baler, auto wrap Air Seeder Ready, Green Star Auto Tracw/Low Ready ger Reel, Speed Transport Plumbed for drill fill lics, no PTO, 520/85R42 Dualways shedded helping first responders (Only 1845 hrs) als. 4800 Hours. Serial Number 1948 GMC Truck—As Is 3 pt. Single Bale Carrier Misc Equipment develop a plan before ar1989 JD 4440 (Ser.# 4440P0237080R) w/ 1990 GMC Sierra Pickup. 4wd. 5 1000 Gal Water Tank with Trailer and Case IH 8380 Haybine, 16 ft. JEE0098155 riving at an accident where 18.4 R/38 Speed, AC Rears, 14L x 16.1 Fronts, Paul Livestock Scale Pump livestock are involved, so 3 hyds, 3pt, 8 Spd, P.S. 2013 Ford540-1000 F150 XLTPTO, Ecoboost always shedded 1000 Gal Low Profile water tank they are prepared and know Pickup. Supercab, Rhinoline bed. 475 Gal Pickup Bed Water Tank (10,312 hrs) B&W 5th Wheel ball, Grill Guard, Pickup Box Trailer how to approach the scene Consignment COMBINE & HEADER Brown. Ext. (97,635 miles) 2x John Deere Hydraulic Cylinders appropriately. The Grand 2014Timpte JD 5680 2004 Super(Ser.# Hopper.1HOS680 Roll tarp, 25CF-0766700) x 90 Gallon Saddletanks with 12 Rod Peterson Island training day was so w/650/85 R38 FOR Front Duals, 28L R26 back tires, tall sides, IDEAL SUNFLOWVolt Pumps 605-374-3241 well-received that Nebraska ERS. 11R22.5 Tires like new 2014 Versatile 220 Tractor w/ - 1000 engine Gallon Diesel Green Star – Auto Trac Ready,2 1286 hrs, Tanks 2 - New Holland TR 97 Combines 3895SL Versatile Loader, 24 w/pumps and meters Extension is planning more w/2800 Sept. hours and bin 925 Sep. hrs., Been through Dakota Farm Livestock Equipment: Speed Transmission, 4 hyd. PTO 1 500 Gal. Hwy. Diesel Tank w/ extension for the future. Equip.Livestock Fall of 2017. Hydraulic Scale Field Ready, Sharp! 540, small 1000 and large 1000. pump Honeybee 30 ft. Draper head “The plan is to now use Calving Pen Auger for 520/85R42 rear tires 16.9R28 2014 JD 640 Draper Head w/Cross 1 - 500 Gal. Gasoline Tank w/pump MacDon 973 36 ft. Draper head will Assortment of Panels, Various Sizes a core group from this first Peas & Finger Reel, front tires. 813 Hours. Serial # McKee 7 Foot Snowblower, 3 Pt, 540 fit NH TR Combines Hog Feeder x2 (Ser.# 1H00640DLDR755356) training to expand across 550561 PTO Hesston 6550 Swather w/14 ft. Fencing Supplies Gehl 95 Grinder/Mixer with Crop lifters (never used) Augerhead, Dsl, w/cab & air the state with two more Cattle Squeeze Chute with Foremost Drop Auger 60 & 16 gallon mixing cones trainings currently in the self catch headgate Sprayer SPRAYER & SPRAYING EQUIP . System, lightbar EZ Guide GPS 1000 Gallon Water tank w/running Shop Built Cattle Chute process of planning,” said 2011 John Deere 4930 Sprayer5 Tube Quick Cleaner Grain Cleaner, gear Bale Feeders Eirich. “With the livestock Hydraulic Driven (Ser.# 1N04930XVA0013296) w/380-105 Boss 720 Gooseneck Stock Trailer John Deere 68 Lawn Mower industry strong and growR50 Tires (Duals on Rear) 120’ Booms, Misc Livestock Equipment Consignment Bulk Oil System ing in Nebraska, the need 1200 gal tank, Green Star Auto Trac ready, Jerry Kling Assortment of Misc Shop Tools and You don’t want to miss a chance Air Drill for first responders to be Auto Boom shut off control Equipment John Deere 1895 SFP Air Seeder, 43 at this equipment! Service and 701-522-3370 trained in emergency planMiscellaneous Household ft. 10” spacing, w/JD 1910 Seed 1984 has Ford always F-700 w/6.1L maintenance been engine, a 2001 RoGator 854 Sprayer, Cum- *JD AIR SEEDER *GRAIN HANDLING EQUIP. ning with livestock will Antique Wood Stove with Kitchen Cart, 340 Bu. Tanks, 150, 120, 70 5/2 trans., 10:00 x 820 tires, nice mins engine. Outback light- *HOPPER BINS, *FUEL TANKS Priority! Machinery will be field Top Range drive demand.” truck w/cab in like new condition bar Guidance System. 90 ft. *TILLAGE EQUIP. *TRUCKS & PICKUP ready! Major items have always Antique Ice Chest Others included on the Spraybooms, 4790 Hours. *ROTARY MOWER, ATV, SHOP MISC. been in a shed. 380/90R46 Tires. Serial Number For complete list: www.weishaarauctions.com core livestock emergency AH146587/973461 response plan team include Kim Clark, Ashley Mueller Haying Equipment and Megan Patent-Nygren Otma 9 wheel line rake with Nebraska Extension John Deere 2420 Swather, 21 Ft Auctioneers: Clerk#33 Internet Bidding Available and Chelsea Kramer with Twin Swath head, Gas Wayne Weishaar- ND #99...701-567-3637 the Nebraska Department of www.thelivestocklink.com New Holland 116 Swing Tongue, 16 Scott Weishaar - ND #493…701-872-5299 Feet Agriculture. Contact: Aaron Friedt, Casey Perman - ND#1075…605-848-3338 1999 Macdon 9300 Swather, with TLL Internet Sales Manager For more information _____________________________________________________________________ Macdon 922 14ft Auger Head. about livestock emergency 701-590-9597 Terms: Cash/Cashable Check, Photo ID, Not Responsible for 21.5L-16.1 Tires. 2100 hours. response training, contact Accidents, Lunch will be served, Loading Available Sale Day, Serial Number 124901 Register 24 hours in advance All announcements made Day of Sale will take Nebraska Extension EducaJohn Deere 567 Baler with Net Precedence over All Printed Material Wrap and Twine options. tor Rob Eirich at 308-6321230 or reirich2@unl.edu.

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Entomologist with Nebraska ties tapped for USDA science post

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scott Hutchins, a private-sector entomoland his appreciation for the university’s ogist who has worked in partnership with land-grant mission. the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL) “He has made an important difference to for more than a decade, has been selected our program here at Nebraska and helped Auction Sat., September 22, 2018 10:30 am to become the USDA’s top science official. the Department of Entomology define its Location: 189 Young Road, Riverton, WY. From Riverton go 3 miles North on Hwy. 789 at Walmart. Then turn East on Young Road and go 2.1 miles to sale site. Watch for signs!! Hutchins, global leader of integrated field future and role in preparing graduates whose Howard and Sally Davidson - Owners sciences for Corteva Agriscience, a division leadership, discovery and innovation shape Antique Car 1930 Ford Model A, w/Halmart trailer, all complete, runs great. of DowDuPont, has served since 1997 as society” she said. “He is committed to servCollectable Tractors & Crawler Cats - 1948 John Deere A 55 hp, 590585, wide front end / 1954 John Deere 40, w/wide front end, 55 hp, 147670 / John Deere an adjunct professor with Nebraska’s Deing our global society.” #520, P.S. w/wide front end, 55 hp, 521126 / McCormick W9 w/standard, wide front end / 1943 McCorpartment of Entomology. In that role, he A resident of Carmel, Indiana, Hutchins mick W6 w/standard, wide front end / 1943 Farmall (A) w/wide front end / IHC Farmall H w/wide front end, 55HP, 55A28178181X1/ 1965 Fiat Allis Chalmers, w/wide front end, turbo D19, 55 hp, 147670. / helped the department develop a vision and served as president of the Entomological All Original - All Run - A very nice collection / All tractor, with new rubber or like new. strategic plan for serving Nebraskans and Society of America in 2007. He is an expert Antique Crawler Cats - 1928 Cat crawler #15, Fn676, rare, good track / 1931 Cat crawler #22 1J839W w/dozer, good track. / Both run nice. positioning the department to be a leader in agricultural and urban pest management Stock Trailer-Trailers - 1990 Charmac, aluminum gooseneck stock trailer, among its peers. product characterization and development, 18-ft., with mats, divider gate, nice trailer. Hutchins was also instrumental in deand in integrated pest management and eco• Antique Equipment • 13+ Guns • Shop Items • Saddle, Tack, Packing Items • Firewood & Equipment, Lumber veloping the university’s public-private nomic entomology. He holds a bachelor’s • Farm Machinery- Fencing Items partnership with Dow to support graduate degree in entomology from Auburn Uni• Livestock Panels & Gates • Pipe Trailer, Irrigation Equipment Antique old saddle with high back, nice. / Harnesses (2) sets of work horse hareducation and professional development versity, a master’s degree from Mississippi nesses, nice. / Horse shoeing equipment, with horse shoes, large anvil, stand, opportunities for faculty and students. State University and a doctorate from Iowa nice. / John Deere small, 4-wheel wagon. / Gated pipe, approximately 25 joints of 10” aluminum. / Neighbor will be selling: John Deere R tractor S/N7905 / Tiffany Heng-Moss, interim dean of the State University. John Deere R tractor, with starting motor, wide front end, runs good. College of Agricultural Sciences and NatuThe university’s entomology department, Stone’s Auction Co. ral Resources and a professor of entomolwhich focuses on insects and their interacAuctioneer: Clyde Stone www.stonesauction.com ogy, said Hutchins’ work with Nebraska has tions with plants, animals and humans, Riverton, Wyoming 307-850-5506 demonstrated his commitment to education dedicates significant resources to issues affecting crops, livestock and human health in Nebraska. Efforts include providing information about current and emerging pest species 8th Annual and insecticide resistance. The department is active in science, technology, engineering and mathematics education in K-12 schools A G - S E R V I C E S and offers extensive online PO Box 1476 : 2705 Front Street entomological education Fort Benton, MT 59442 programs. triangleag.com 406-622-3887 Sign up to win great prizes!! The White House announced July 16 that the president intended to nomi Presentations: On-Farm Innovations nate Hutchins to be underOctober 2, 2018 secretary of agriculture for Specials on Trimble Precision Ag Products 10:00 am to 3:00 pm research, education and Community Bible Center economics at the department Wireless Blockage & Flow Monitor Specials of Agriculture. Agriculture 1600 Main Street Secretary Sonny Perdue Fort Benton, MT Discount on OPI Integris Grain Bin Cables said Hutchins “extensive background in research and FREE Lunch commitment to sound science and data make him exceptionally qualified for this post.” If confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Hutchins would Wireless Blockage oversee the Agricultural & Flow Monitor for Research Service, the Nayour air seeder tional Institute of Food and Agriculture, the Economic Research Service and the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Sound Technology for Smart Farming Gary Brewer, head of entomology, said Hutchins has contributed significantly On Combine to Nebraska’s program. His workshops and planning Protein Analyzer sessions helped position the department to meet the needs of agricultural proAdvancing ducers and to provide caGrain Storage reer pathways to Nebraska Management students. “He is a great strategic planner,” Brewer said. “It would be very appropriate More precise seeding Track temperature for Scott to be the chief scidepth with automated entist at the USDA.”

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Robotics season to start

Sun River Valley Robotics had an informational meeting for parents and kids. Thursday night August 30. We explained the season and let students think about how they can fit it into their schedules. Kids and parents of kids down to FOURTH grade are welcome! We are looking at creating a program for 4th, 5th and 6th graders. Then, FTC season kicks off with game reveal and the only official field in the state of Montana available for viewing on kickoff day. September 8. Game teaser is up now at (and probably will be the place to go for kickoff video): https://www.firstinspires. org/robotics/ftc/game-andseason or http://info.firstinspires.org/rover-ruckus We’d love to provide an opportunity for kids, especially Middle School kids to participate in both sports and robotics, and the robotics season is long enough to do so. High School sports is harder, but if you are interested come check us out. If you are outside a “reasonable travel time” to Sun River, Montana but might be interested in this fun “sport of the mind” drop Chuck an email or phone call or PM. There is interest in Great Falls, Fort Benton, Helena, Sun River Valley/Fairfield, Lewistown and already teams established in those communities that you could join. There is also interest in Choteau, Cascade, Augusta, Highwood, Havre, Billings, Valier, Big Sandy and we may be able to connect you to people in those communities. Contact Chuck Merja at chuckm@3rivers.net or 406799-5955

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Hobo Spiders

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Figure 1. Male hobo spider. Photo by Lynette.

Figure 2. Female hobo spider. Photo by Kerry Matz.

During late summer and early fall it is normal for spiFarm & Ranch Retirement Equipment Auction New Holland #358 Grinder Mixer w/Drop ders to enter buildings and Auger, Bale Conveyor & Scale Bearcat Stationary Roller Mill w/ 5 hp homes. This includes hobo Elect Motor spiders which have long been New Holland #791 Manure Spreader, prevalent in Montana. ComDbl Beater, 419 cub. ft. (Needs New Floor) mon misconceptions about 11:00 am MT Various Size Gates the hobo spider often cause 3 – Pride of the Farm Sheep or Hog Feeders unnecessary concern. Small Stainless Steel Sheep Feeders Things to know: 10ft Metal Sheep Troughs 8ft Wood Sheep Troughs -Spider bites are rare. GenElgin, ND Manual Calf Table erally, their fangs are small and Electric Clipper lack the musculature to pierce Frontier MFG Elect. Cake Feeder For more info contact: Edgar 701-584-3287 orFarm Joseph 701-425-7507 Farm Equipment Auction Equipment Auction Parmak Solar Electric Fencer the human skin. They typically (4 – 30 miles, 1 – 25 mile) only bite if threatened or if Wire & Insulators Directions: From Elgin, ND at Intersection of Hwy 49 & 21: 15 miles South, Ritchie Omni - 2 Special Sheep Waterer trapped in clothing, shoes, etc. 3 miles East, ½ mile South. Mineral Feeder -There is no conclusive eviRound Bale Feeder From New Leipzig, ND: South on Hwy 49 to mile marker 20, East 6 miles, dence that hobo spider venom Owner: Tracy Schumacher 3 miles South, 3 miles East, ½ South Owner: Tracy Schumacher causes necrosis in humans; Equip. From Thunderhawk, SD (along SD Hwy 12): NorthNorth on Hwy Dakota 49 to mile marker 20, Tillage 1996 Flex-Coil Air Seeder 33ft. w/ 7.2” Scranton, Scranton, North Dakota Spacing, Stealth Openers, Model and a large body of scientific East 6 miles, 3 miles South, 3 miles East, ½ South research that proves it does not. 5000 (Ser# AD.A0000-PO56831) Location: Scranton, ND (Hwy 12) atND ND(Hwy Hwy 12) at ND Hwy Location: Scranton, w/ 1996 Flex-Coil Model 1720 Tow-The most common cause th Haying 67, goEquipment 3 miles north to385 St north thenTrailers 1to mile Tractors Stock 67, go miles 85theast St .then 1 mile east . between Cart (Ser# G1720-AOfor necrotic lesions (wounds P054914) For more information call: For more information call: John Deere 230 Tandem Disk 24ft not healing) in the West is Haybuster Undercutter 24ft bacterial infection called Tracy Schumacher at Tracy Schumacher at John Deere 1600 25ft Chisel Plow w/ aMRSA (Methicillin Resistant Gandy Box 701-275-8722 or 701-523-6201 Wil–Rich 24ft Field Cultivator, Hyd Lift, 701-275-8722 or 701-523-6201 Staphylococcus aureus) infecHarrows tion. MRSA and other bacteria Melroe 25ft Folding Harrow 35ft Phoenix Rotary Harrows can enter the body through TRACTORS TRACTORS punctures which could include 2011 JD 9630 (Ser. 1RW9630PVBP023156) 2011 #JD 9630 (Ser. # 1RW9630PVBP023156) Misc. a spider bite, as well as many 1986 John Deere 8440, Model# 8440H Centerline 220 by TeeJet GPS Lightbar w/800/70 R38 Duals, 4 Hyd blocks, w/800/70 R38 Duals, 4 Hyd blocks, other more likely wounds. (# 003809RW), Quad Range, 18.4 x 2012 New Holland BR7090 Round Baler, 2007 Travalong 24ft GN Stock Trailer, Alu- Lucke 7ft Front Mount Snow Blower Air Wrap Seeder Ready, Green Auto Trac Star Ready Air Seeder Ready, Auto Trac Auto – Twine Only, Flotation Star 38 Tires, 1000 PTO, 7141 hrs minum, Green 6’x 8” wide, 2 center gates, 14 Ready Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower If a wound from any bite or Tires (Ser#1845 YBN170851) 1975 John Deere 4430, Model# 4430H ply Tires – Trailer is like NEW! 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2018 State of Montana Surplus Property Helena, MT • Saturday, September 29th • 9:00 a.m.

Sale Site: State Surplus Yard at the corner of Custer Ave. & Henderson, next to the Lewis & Clark Co. Fairgrounds.

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HEREFORD HERD FOR SALE (80) registered cows and heifers of all ages, but predominatly young cows. Most are spring calvers but some fall calvers. Evaluate the cows while the 2018 calf is at side. Whole herd is offered. Located in north central South Dakota Call (605) 447-5888 or email rrs@venturecomm.net

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Williams receives national achievement award

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln IANR News Tyler Williams, cropping systems extension educator with Nebraska Extension, was honored with an achievement award from the National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA). Williams received the award at NACAA’s annual meeting in Chattanooga, Tennessee on August 1. The award is presented to agents with less than 10 years of service in cooperative extension service and who have exhibited excellence in the field of professional extension. Williams currently has eight years of service. “I have a passion for supporting Nebraska’s producers so to be recognized by my peers for this work is truly an honor,” Williams said. Williams has provided inperson climate and agriculture education to more than 3,000 Nebraskans, as well as three legislative committee hearings since 2015. He is known across the region as a leader for climate and agriculture indicated by his three national presentations, three national/regional climate committees and five regional grants totaling $142,000. He leads extension’s climate issue team and multiple climate-related focus areas.

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Mason Peplinski won Reserve Champion Swine at the Wibaux County Fair.

Summer flea beetles feeding on canola pods

By Lindy Coleman, Northern Canola Growers Association The summer population of flea beetles has emerged in large numbers this year. Flea beetles are being observed in maturing canola fields (North Central ND; Source: Brady Schmaltz, Arthur Companies), Brassicas crops being used as cover crops (i.e., radishes) and in backyard gardens. For canola, there is no established Economic Threshold for flea beetle feeding injury on pods. Flea beetle feeding injury on pods is usually most significant on late-planted canola and on the upper pods. Fortunately, the lower pods of canola are the primary pods that provide most of the canola yield. However, flea beetle feeding injury on pods can result in poor seed fill, premature pod drying, or pod shattering. If the canola is mature, pass the 5.2 growth stages (when seeds in lower pods have turned translucent to green), then yield will probably be less impacted by flea beetle feeding. In a flea beetle trapping study of freshly swathed canola, the number of flea beetles per trap decreased dramatically after 7-days of drying in swath. Flea beetles are mobile insects and fly around to find ‘greener’ canola fields (lateplanted) for summer feeding. Insecticides registered for flea beetle control with a short, 7 day Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI) include: Delta Gold (deltamethrin), Declare (Gamma-cyhalothrin), Warrior II and generics (lambdacyhalothrin), and Mustang Maxx (zetacypermethrin). Insecticides that are labeled to control flea beetles on canola are listed in 2018 North Dakota Field Crop (https://www. ag.ndsu.edu/publications/ crops/north-dakota-fieldcrop-insect-managementguide/2018-insecticide-guideonline-version-1.pdf) Insect Management Guide E-1143.

MDA to hold Waste Pesticide Disposal events

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Thank you for your continued support of 4-H and for purchasing our steers. - Austin and Cameron Stoltz

The Montana Department of Agriculture’s annual Pesticide Disposal Events will be held in several locations across Montana during September. The collection events will be held September 18 in Havre; September 19 in Great Falls; September 20 in Bozeman; and September 21 in Columbus. The annual events have collected more than 586,860 pounds of waste pesticides since it began in 1994. The program was designed to help individuals dispose of any pesticides that are unusable as originally intended and cannot be used for any other purpose. This allows participants to dispose of waste pesticides in an environmentally responsible way and helps protect Montana’s ecosystems and groundwater, as well as families, pets, livestock and drinking water. The department asks that participants pre-register by September 10, 2018, before the collection events, so products can be managed safely and efficiently. Licensed pesticide applicators will receive information and a registration form in the mail. Others with waste pesticides in need of disposal can learn more and register on the program’s website at: https://agr.mt.gov/Pesticides/DisposalandRecycling/PesticideDisposal. There is no charge for the first 200 pounds of material. Amounts over 200 pounds are assessed at $0.50 per pound. A higher fee may apply to pesticides with dioxins or dioxin precursors. 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.

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10 a.m. • Trade Center, Lewistown, MT

Estates of Jim Arthur, Winifred & George Mueller, Lewistown Firearms • MT Collectibles • Books • Maps • Antique Furniture Online Bidding

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G Home on 3 ac. with large shop, 2 calving barns and corrals G Trucks • Pickups • Trailers • Tractor Hay, Ranch & Livestock Equipment • 2018 Hay Online Bidding

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Antique Acres Real Estate & Store Inventory 517 US Highway 191, Lewistown, MT

G House, antique shop and several outbuildings on 1.8 acre G Elite collectible pieces as well as large group lots

Saturday, November 3rd

Montana Fall Gatherin’ 10 a.m. • Trade Center, Lewistown, MT

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N.D. 4-H’er wins national trap shooting competition

The deadline for advertising for the October issue of the Trader's Dispatch will be September 26th.

By NDSU Extension Service

North Dakota also sent an archery team to the National Championships. Team members were Will Peckham and Landon Sprague of Stutsman County, Thomas Mitchell of Pembina County and Kail Larsen of Stark-Billings County. Sporting Clays Day One results: • Team ranking - 10th place • Morstad - 12th place • Hanson - 41st place • Lorenz - 56th place • White - 82nd place North Dakota youth bring home team and individual honors from the Day Two results in skeet: 2018 4-H National Shooting Sports Championships. Pictured are (from left, front row): Nathan Lorenz, Forrest Hanson, Josh White, Thomas • Team ranking - fourth place • Lorenz - 11th place Mitchell, Landon Sprague, Kail Larsen, Will Peckham and Ordale Morstad; (back row) coaches Doug Darling, Norm Howard and Eudell • Morstad - tied for 15th place Larsen. (Photo courtesy of National 4-H Shooting Sports) • Hanson - tied for 19th place Nathan Lorenz of Ramsey County is the • White - tied for 41st place 2018 national champion in trap shooting. Trap: He also led his Ramsey County shotgun • Lorenz - first place team to a sixth place finish overall at the • White - 35th place recent 2018 4-H National Shooting Sports • Morstad - 41st place Championships in Grand Island, Nebraska. • Hanson - 45th place Participants in the 4-H National ChamArchery pionships were required to participate in Day One results: 3-D, World Federation Field Archery and a • Team ranking - 15th place half-field round of National Field Archery • Peckham - 41st place Association archery. • Mitchell - 48th place The shotgun events included trap, skeet • Larsen - 50th place and sporting clays. Participants earned • Sprague - 76th place individual and team awards for the top 10 Field archery: placings in the discipline for each day and • Team ranking - 17th place overall match awards. • Mitchell - 19th place The North Dakota 4-H shooting sports • Larsen - 53rd place team was represented by competitors who • Peckham - 62nd place qualified in the 2017 North Dakota State • Sprague - 68th place Championships in shotgun and archery. Each 3-D: team consists of four members who compete • Team ranking - 15th place in their qualifying discipline. • Larsen - 37th place Members of the Ramsey County shotgun • Mitchell - 41st place team were Ordale Morstad, Forrest Hanson, • Sprague - 57th place Nathan Lorenz and Josh White. • Peckham - 80th place Shotgun team individual results: • Morstad - 14th place • Lorenz - 18th place • Hanson - 31st place • White - 59th place Overall archery results: • Team ranking - 14th place • Mitchell - 34th place • Larsen - 42nd place • Peckham - 66th place • Sprague - 67th place Shooting sports is sponsored by Scheels, a supporter of the North Dakota 4-H Foundation.

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Extension bulletins offer enterprise budgets

By University of Wyoming Extension Enterprise budgets that show estimated costs for several southeast Wyoming crops are available in separate bulletins from the University of Wyoming (UW) Extension. Agricultural economists in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources estimate the costs for land, labor, capital and field operations. The crop enterprise budgets and numbers are: Conventional Alfalfa (established), B-1315-1 Conventional Irrigated Dry Edible Beans, B-1315-2 Conventional Irrigated Corn for Grain, B-1315-3 Irrigated Sugarbeet, B-1315-4 Conventional Dryland Winter Wheat/Fallow Rotation, B-1315-5 No-till Dryland Winter Wheat/Fallow Rotation, B-1315-6 Organic Dryland Winter Wheat/Fallow Rotation, B-1315-7 The free bulletins are available for viewing or downloading by going to www.uwyo.edu/uwe and clicking on the Find a Publication link. Type in the title or number. The bulletins are available in pdf, HTML or ePub formats.

Soil health focus of September 12 field day

By NDSU Extension Service Microbial growth, moisture management and soil health will be the major topics at North Dakota State University’s (NDSU) Dickinson Research Extension Center (DREC) Soil Health Field Day on September 12. The event begins at 9 a.m. MDT at the DREC ranch headquarters southwest of Manning (11092 15th St. S.W.) The ranch is 21 miles north of Dickinson on North Dakota Highway 22, or two miles south of Manning on North Dakota Highway 22 and three miles west on 15th Street Southwest. “Soil health is an area that is receiving growing attention within the agriculture community,” says Doug Landblom, animal scientist at the DREC and coordinator of the field day. “Plants and animals depend on sun, water and soil biology, and it is important for everybody to understand that soil biological processes drive crop and forage production, and we must take better care of it.” Researchers and educators will provide education on management practices that strengthen soil through increased infiltration,

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WINTER WHEAT SEED FOR SALE

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

Marty Bennett

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Ehlke Herefords

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

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Churchill Cattle Co

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Indreland Ranch

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McMurry Cattle

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Rafter Ranch Inc

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406-323-1297, Roundup, MT

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MSU plant sciences faculty part of discovery in wheat genome sequence

A Montana State University faculty member dedicated to researching cereal genetics and genomics for Montana farmers is part of an international research team that published an article detailing the entire sequence of the wheat genome of bread wheat. The International Wheat Genome Sequencing Consortium published the article in the prestigious journal Science this week. It is the result of 13 years of collaborative international research. The article will pave the way for the production of wheat varieties better adapted to climate challenges, with higher yields, enhanced nutritional quality and improved sustainability, according to the consortium. Hikmet Budak, Winifred Asbjornson Plant Sciences Chair in the MSU College of Agriculture and a member of the IWGSC board of directors, was one of more than 200 scientists from 73 research institutions in 20 countries who authored the research article. “The publication has so many implications not only in science, but in countries facing food insecurity all over the world,” Budak said. “This could lead to higher incomes for farmers, better nutrition for world populations and new wheat varieties. The research also offers immense potential for the scientific world to create new discoveries when it comes to agricultural food production and security.” At MSU, Budak and colleagues in the Department of Plant Sciences and Plant Pathology recently sequenced a Montana barley cultivar, Hackett, and they’re currently working on sequencing a Montana winter wheat cultivar, Yellowstone. Sequencing the bread wheat genome was long considered an impossible task, due to its enormous size – five times larger than the human genome – and complexity – bread wheat has three sub-genomes, and more than 85 percent of the genome is composed

of similar elements. The article presents the reference genome of the bread wheat variety Chinese Spring. The DNA sequence ordered along the 21 wheat chromosomes is the highest quality genome sequence produced to date for wheat. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization, in order to meet future demands of a projected world population of 9.6 billion by 2050, wheat productivity must increase by 1.6 percent each year. In order to preserve biodiversity, water and nutrient resources, the majority of this increase must be achieved through crop and trait improvement on currently cultivated land. A key crop for food security, wheat is the staple food of more than a third of the global human population and accounts for almost 20 percent of the total calories and protein consumed by humans worldwide, more than any other single food source, according to the FAO. With the reference genome sequence now completed, crop breeders have at their disposal new tools to address these challenges as they will be able to identify more rapidly genes and regulatory elements underlying complex agronomic traits such as yield, grain quality, resistance to fungal diseases and tolerance to abiotic stress. In turn, they can produce hardier wheat varieties. It’s expected that the availability of a high-quality reference genome sequence will boost wheat improvement over the next decades, with benefits similar to those observed with maize and rice after their reference sequences were produced, according to the IWGSC. “The publication of the wheat reference genome is the culmination of the work of many individuals who came together under the banner of the IWGSC to do what was considered impossible,” said Kellye Eversole, executive director of the IWGSC. “The method of producing the reference sequence and the principles and policies Two Locations in Idaho of the consortium provides a model for sequencing large, Twin Falls Caldwell complex plant genomes and 3140 Kimberly Rd 220 Farmway Rd reaffirms the importance of international collaboraTwin Falls, ID 83301 Caldwell, ID 83606 tions for advancing food 208-733-5543 208-466-7875 security.” The IWGSC, which inWill disassemble cludes 2,400 members in dealer for transport 68 countries, is an international, collaborative consortium established in 2005 by a group of wheat growers, plant scientists, and public and private breeders. The 2011 CASE IH goal of the IWGSC is to TIGERMATE 200 make a high-quality geSTK# UDM59A nome sequence of bread SN: JFH0050959, 32.5-ft. CASE IH ECOLO-TIGER 870 wheat publicly available in folding field cultivator....... STK# UDM143. Disk ripper, order to lay a foundation ................................ $18,000 13 shanks, 26-ft...... $45,000 for basic research that will enable breeders to develop improved varieties.

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Fritz Auction invites you to one dandy sale. Ron and Sandy have decided to lease their farmland to neighbors and are offering all of their farm equipment at this sale. There is a full-line of well maintained, low houred items as well as a handful of older pieces. There will also be a nice offering of guns and some small items, but not many, so be at the sale early. If you can only make one sale this fall, make sure it’s this one! This sale site does not have reliable cell service so please contact us prior to the sale for pocket bids. All items sell without reserve to the highest bidder. We’ll see you October 13--------Jim and crew.

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NDSU’s Hellevang named Professional Engineer of the Year

By NDSU Extension Service The society honored Hellevang for his The American Society of Agricultural and application of engineering principles to crop Biological Engineers (ASABE) has recogpostharvest engineering, energy efficiency, nized Ken Hellevang, a professor in North Dabuilding moisture and mold problems, and kota State University’s (NDSU) Agricultural restoration of flooded buildings. and Biosystems Engineering Department, with “I am honored that professional engineers the Professional Engineering Institute’s Proin ASABE consider my work worthy of befessional Engineer of the Year Award for 2018. Hellevang, also an NDSU Extension agriing recognized,” he says. “My goal has been to use my expertise to educate and provide cultural engineer, received the award during technical assistance, and I have been fortunate the society’s annual international meeting in to have people supporting me who enabled Detroit, Michigan. The professional society, me to excel.” which has 8,000 members from more than 100 Hellevang has served as an educator and countries, recognizes one licensed engineer consultant internationally. He uses numerous annually. methods, including publications, presentations, news releases, news media interviews, individual consultations and the internet to provide education and technical assistance. In addition, he has conducted considerable research on grain drying and storage, including moisture content changes in stored grain during the summer, drying and storing dry edible beans, air temperature increases due to grain drying and aeration fans, and aeration duct design. Hellevang also served as co-chair of the national Extension Disaster Network Flooding Team, providing and coordinating education and assistance to university personnel across the U.S. He was a leader in the national eXtension.org group, providing education and technical assistance to the public on flood-related topics. At NDSU, he is Extension’s resource person for mold topics and structural flooding. He has developed videos and other resources for NDSU Extension’s flood website. He also has written publications on home moisture and indoor-air quality issues; these publications are distributed by universities and industry. He also is the author of the national Extension Disaster Education Network’s mold section. Hellevang has authored or coauthored more than 220 technical publications. He was the lead author of the Midwest Plan Service’s “Dry Grain Aeration Systems Design Handbook” and co-author of the “Grain Drying, Handling and Storage Handbook” and “House Handbook.” In his 39 years as a member of the ASABE, Hellevang has provided leadership to several ASABE committees. He served a term on the Society Board of Trustees and chaired the Meetings Council. He also has received numerous ASABE awards, including four Educational Aids Blue Ribbons, a Presidential Distinguished Service citation and the Young Extension Worker Award.

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Watson to lead NRCS in Montana

Tom Watson recently assumed the position of state conservationist for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Montana. In that job, Watson will be responsible for NRCS operations within the state, including the administration of conservation technical assistance to private landowners, conservation financial assistance programs, conservation easement programs, the Natural Resources Inventory, water supply forecasting, soil survey mapping, and the Plant Materials Center in Bridger. Most recently, Watson has worked as an assistant state conservationist in Oregon, supervising the administrative and operational functions for the state. His NRCS career began at a local field office in Wyoming after graduating from the University of Wyoming with a range management degree. Watson grew up on a farm in western Nebraska and has spent his whole life connected to agriculture. “I pride myself with being from the West and with that, an understanding of issues that often impact private land and producers,” Watson said. “I look forward to working with producers and the many conservation groups who have a stake in Montana’s future.” Watson may be reached at the NRCS state office in Bozeman at 406-587-6811.

How to identify horse people

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Sue Smith, Master Gardener, helped get the Community Garden started in Shelby, Montana.

hours. The Level 3 Training in Bozeman is a three day hands-on intensive training. The attendees get a crash course in Plant Diagnosis, Insect Identification, Disease Identification, and Sustainable Food Production. Friday morning, the Master Gardeners were led around campus by Toby Day, former Master Gardener Coordinator and movie star of the Master Gardener videos. He gave them an interactive, hands-on tour of the different diseases and species of trees on campus. The Master Gardeners then toured the MSU Horticulture Farm where they were given a catered dinner and opportunity to ask questions. Sue explained, “The Hort farm is big and they have many projects going on. They have a fruit orchard, including experimental pears, apples, plums, flowers, lots of veggies and of course weeds!” Saturday, the gardeners attended the Farmers Market at the fairgrounds and were bussed to Livingston to see the Livingston Food Resource Center. Lisa shared, “The Livingston Food Resource Center is a wonderful example of how a food bank can be operated if funding is available.” It wasn’t just fun and games in Bozeman for three days though, these ladies had to do their homework! They were each given an insect or a plant and had to give a short three minute presentation. Lisa presented on Western Salsify and Sue had Hoary Cress. Now, these ladies have to gain 40 more hours of volunteer community service to be certified Level 3 Master Gardeners. Sue wanted to share that it was a very interesting trip and, “I would strongly encourage everyone to check out and sign up for the next Master Gardener class as soon as you can.” If you are interested in the Master Gardener program, I recommend visiting with your local Extension Agent or going online to www.mtmastergardener.org to see if this program is offered in your area. Toole County will be starting Level 1 again in the winter.

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WILLEY RANCH LLC

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RANCH VEHICLES, TRAILERS & EQUIPMENT

2006 Chevy 2500 4x4 ranch pickup with ball (low mileage) • 1988 F250 Ford 4x4 • 1974 Chevy C60 with 16 foot metal stock & grain box • Hoff 18 foot Bale rack for truck or trailer • 1988 Dakota style heavy stock trailer, 7x18 with deck rail • 2013 Wilson 7x18 aluminum ranch hand Stock Trailer, model PSGN-57181 • 1973 Donahue 26 foot machinery or drill trailer • (12) Vern 12 foot steel feed bunks • (2) Sturdy double bale feeders • (1) Sturdy single bale feeder • Poly mineral feeder • (100) H&W 12 foot Stock panels (new) • (4) Tarter collapsible bale feeders • WW cattle working corral with alley & palpation cage • Powder River stock chute • Pearson head gate • Hastings cake feeder • (2) 500 gallon Fuel tanks on stands • Skidder chains • Tractor chains—car & pickup chains

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White auto riding lawnmower • JD L111 automatic riding lawnmower • JD Ferilizer-seeder • JD automatic broom for above • 1994 Campbell Hausfield 7HP 60 gallon air compressor • Shop cherry picker • Honda 6500 portable generator • Smith oxygen acetylene welder • Century AC-DC stick welder with accessories • Snap on tool box cabinet • Standard bearing press • Welding table with vice • Large shop anvil • (3) Rolls yard fencing • Old troybilt roto-tiller • Aluminum ladders • log chains • boomers • shovels • forks • bars • hand tools • grease guns • barrel pumps • post drivers • stretchers • battery charger • Napa floor jack • Cornell auto door opener (new) • Several pallets of parts & miscellaneous • Several pieces of new iron stock • Pallets of shop oils & field sprays • 4 Wheeler sprayer • 16 foot auto gate

HOUSEHOLD & ANTIQUES

Blue sofa recliner • Easy chair • Toshiba flat service TV • Blonde Bedroom set, bed & dresser • 2 pine headboard beds • Whirlpool dishwasher • Microwave • (3) Electric heaters • Ironing boards • Dozens of books • Kitchen Table & 4 chairs • Card table & chairs • Several lamps • Home interior supplies • Lots of pots • pans • dishes--& more • 6 Oak chairs • Drop leaf table • DeLavel electric separator • Ice cream maker • Griswold waffle iron • (3) Antique hump back trunks • Old footlocker • Several painted plates & old glassware • Set of dishes • Dozens of canning jars, all sizes • Lots of Enamelware • Pressure cooker • Canisters • Thermos jugs • Old harness parts from barn • PLUS MUCH MORE

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Matchmaking for sweet potato? It’s complicated

By Adityarup “Rup” Chakravorty, American Society of Agronomy Some relationships can be complicated. Take the one between sweet potato crops and soil nitrogen, for example. Too little nitrogen and sweet potato plants don’t grow well and have low yields. Too much nitrogen, however, boosts the growth of leaves and branches at the expense of storage roots. That also leads to low yields. “Carefully managing soil nitrogen levels is essential to obtain high yields from sweet potato crops,” says Adalton Fernandes, an agronomist at the Center for Tropical Roots and Starches at São Paulo State University in Brazil. Fernandes is the lead author of a new study that determined how much nitrogen is needed to maximize yields from sweet potato crops in Brazil. The researchers discovered field history matters when trying to apply the optimal amount of nitrogen for sweet potato crops. Cover crops grown in the same plots prior to sweet potato crops affected how much nitrogen was needed. Sweet potato plants grown in plots previously used to grow legume cover crops needed 35% less nitrogen fertilizer. Growing sweet potatoes after a cereal cover crop, however, was no different than growing them in a plot that had previously just had weeds. “We show that growing legume cover crops, and incorporating them into the soil as they flower, is a simple technique that can reduce how much mineral nitrogen needs to be applied for sweet potato farming,” says Fernandes. Cover crops are often grown cyclically with economic or cash crops. They may be incorporated into the soil as green manure. They may also be left on the surface as living mulches. Different cover crops bring different benefits to the growing relationship. Legumes, for example, can increase soil nitrogen levels. Beneficial bacteria in their root nodules pull atmospheric nitrogen into the soil. But they also decompose faster than cereal cover crops once terminated. “That releases nitrogen into the soil earlier during the sweet potato growth cycle,” says Fernandes. “We needed to know more about how different cover crops affect soil nitrogen availability for subsequent sweet potato crops.” Fernandes and colleagues used a study site in southeastern Brazil. The site is a good match for the tropical conditions and sandy soil typical of several areas where sweet potato is grown in Brazil. In different plots, the researchers grew either one of two legume crops, a cereal crop, or allowed weeds to grow from seeds already present in the soil. When the legume and cereal cover crops were flowering, they were terminated. The plants were incorporated into the soil. Subsequently, the researchers planted sweet potato in the plots. They tested how much nitrogen was needed to maximize yields. When sweet potato was grown after legume cover crops, they needed about 110 pounds of nitrogen per hectare (roughly the size of a baseball field) for optimal yields. In contrast, sweet potato crops needed more than 168 pounds per hectare of nitrogen when grown after a cereal cover crop or after weeds. “We show that there is no reason to use a cereal cover crop prior to sweet potato cultivation,” says Fernandes. Currently, recommendations of how much nitrogen fertilizer to use with sweet potato crops do not consider the history of cultivation in the area. That can result in farmers using more or less fertilizer than needed. “We now better understand how much nitrogen is needed to maximize sweet potato yields in tropical regions,” says Fernandes. “This will help manage the application of mineral nitrogen fertilizers during sweet potato cultivation.” In addition to maximizing yields, using less fertilizer also reduces costs for farmers. That’s especially important in Brazil. Much of the sweet potato crop is grown on family farms with low technology use. Fernandes is now pairing other species of legumes as cover crops. He is testing whether they may be more efficient at providing nitrogen for sweet potato crops. He is also exploring whether combining legumes and cereals as cover crops in the same area can provide different benefits to sweet potato farmers. Read more about this research in Agronomy Journal (https://dl.sciencesocieties.org/publications/aj/abstracts/0/0/ agronj2017.12.0721). This research was funded by the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) and the National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq).

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K-State Animal Sciences Leadership Academy Premier Program attendees who visited southwest Kansas July 11-13 for tours and workshops were (from left): Student intern Anna Wines, Effingham, Illinois; academy participants Alyssa Leslie, Inman; Ryann Allison, Fort Scott; Shelby Smith, Grabill, Indiana; Brady McComb, Pratt; Joel Nelson, Soldier; Emily Elfers, St. Francis; and student intern Sam Davis, Madison.

Six students added to their educational experience and personal networks by visiting local and industry leaders during a July 11-13 tour of southwest Kansas as part of the K-State Animal Sciences Leadership Academy Premier Program. The Premier Program provides Kansas State University students with leadership development opportunities and upclose industry insights. Through the program, the students earned a greater appreciation for large-scale agricultural production and enhanced their leadership skills through workshops and team-building activities. “The amount of people I have met through networking and tours is astounding,” said student participant Emily Elfers. “This program has helped me grow not only as an individual, but also as a student wanting to learn through others.” This year’s class included Elfers, who is from St. Francis; Alyssa Leslie, Inman; Brady McComb, Pratt; Joel Nelson, Soldier; Ryann Allison, Fort Scott; and Shelby Smith, Grabill, Indiana. Each of the students completed the traditional KASLA academy, which is hosted annually in June on the K-State campus in Manhattan. The KASLA Premier Program kicked off in Greensburg with the town’s mayor Bob Dixon and community members Stacey Barnes and Dennis McKinney, a former state treasurer. The trio discussed rural leadership with the group and shared insights on the rebuilding of their community following the devastating 2007 tornado. From there, attendees traveled to livestock operations in southwest Kansas. The group toured Gardiner Angus Ranch, Cargill Meat Solutions, the offices of the High Plains Journal, Forget-Me-Not Farms, Finney County Feeders, Reeve Cattle Co., Hi Plains Feeds, and Hy-Plains Feedyard. They also attended a leadership discussion over dinner with Sam and Janet Hands in Garden City. “In this program I have gained more than I thought imaginable,” Elfers said. “I not only gained the confidence to speak in front of a crowd, but also the understanding that everyone in this industry strives to help one another.” Hosted by the K-State Department of Animal Sciences and Industry and sponsored by the Livestock and Meat Industry Council, the academy’s goal is to develop young leaders within the livestock industry and prepare them for a successful future in the field.

Obstacle courses

An event sometimes held in horse competitions is the trail class, where horses are asked to maneuver over and through intimidating obstacles that might be encountered out on the trails, such as: • Backing with the rider between L-shaped poles. • Walking over a small, narrow bridge. • Side-passing (walking sideways) over a ground pole underneath the horse’s belly • Side-passing to a mailbox and allowing the rider to pickup the mail. • Dragging a bag of cans on a long rope. Years ago, competition allowed courses to have live caged animals and activated fire extinguishers, with horses having to walk through water boxes and automobile tires, and over animal hides and rocking bridges. This proved to be a bit unrealistic and dangerous.

Mark Wilkins named Nebraska Corn Checkoff Presidential Chair

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln IANR News Mark Wilkins, professor of biological systems engineering and food science and technology at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL), has been named Nebraska Corn Checkoff Presidential Chair. The Nebraska Corn Board made a $2 million commitment to the University of Nebraska Foundation in 2014 to establish the permanently endowed chair. The endowment provides annual support to the university’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources for research and development related to corn demand. “We’re excited to have Mark Wilkins as the first Nebraska Corn Checkoff Presidential Chair,” said David Merrell, chairman of the Nebraska Corn Board. “Our mission has always been focused on promoting the value of corn by creating opportunities. Through this position, we look forward to exploring new uses of corn that will benefit our state’s farmers and economy.” Wilkins has been with the university since 2016. As director of the Industrial Agricultural Products Center, he works to build new partnerships across campus and with industry to develop new and innovative products that add value to agricultural crops. “Developing new markets is critical to the long-term sustainability of the corn industry,” Wilkins said. “I look forward to working with university and industry partners to identify opportunities to increase the demand for corn, which will be beneficial for producers in Nebraska and beyond.” Before coming to Nebraska, Wilkins was a professor of biosystems and agricultural engineering at Oklahoma State University, where he taught courses in bioprocessing, food processing and renewable energy. Wilkins holds a bachelor’s degree in agricultural and biological engineering from Purdue University. He earned his master’s and doctoral degrees in agricultural engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. To learn more about the Industrial Agricultural Products Center, visit https://agproducts.unl.edu.

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##### During the spring and summer, most people eat more carbs. However, they develop a tendency for fattier foods in the autumn, which leads to seasonal weight gain. ##### The term “equinox” is from the Latin meaning “equal night.”

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By NDSU Extension Service Determining the risk of severe fusarium to apply are very helpful for Bob Amstrup, head blight, also known as scab, for a para crop consultant based in Bismarck, North ticular area is as easy as going to North DaDakota. He says that instead of his clients kota State University (NDSU) Extension’s simply taking his word for what they should Small Grain Disease Forecasting Model do, he can show them NDSU Extension’s website, selecting the nearest town and the apps and other tools. crop’s estimated growth stage, then tapping “All these apps are helpful, no doubt the “Get Forecast” icon. about it,” he adds. The website (https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/ NDSU Extension also has developed cropdisease) provides forecasts for scab and online tools to provide people with the inother diseases such as tan spot, Stagonosformation they need to make good decisions pora (Septoria) blotch and wheat leaf rust; in other areas. maps showing the severity of the risk; For example, earlier this year, Extension weather factors influencing disease devellaunched a program called Healthwise for opment; and ways to manage the diseases. Guys. A key component is a website (https:// For Mike Dahlen, who raises wheat, duwww.ag.ndsu.edu/healthwiseforguys) with rum, barley, edible beans, soybeans and corn fact sheets covering several key health near Northwood, N.D., a tool such as this is topics, as well as a card game and bingo invaluable because it takes the guesswork game, easy-to-make recipes and links to a out of farming. wide range of science-based information on “It’s tough for farmers to be able to have health, nutrition and physical activity. our own monitors up,” he says. “We can’t Weather is another big factor in everyday keep up with spore counts and all that stuff.” life in North Dakota, so NDSU Extension The Small Grain Disease Forecasting has developed apps to help people spend Model is just one of multiple online tools their heating dollars wisely, know what to and software apps that NDSU Extension has do if they are stranded in a blizzard, recover developed to help North Dakotans improve after a disaster and prepare their business their lives and communities. for a disaster. One of the tools Dustin Anderson uses is • Winter Survival Kit (https://www. the North Dakota Corn Nitrogen Calculator ag.ndsu.edu/extension/apps/winter-surviv(https://www.ndsu.edu/pubweb/soils/corn/) al-kit) - This smartphone app helps stranded to determine how much nitrogen to apply motorists pinpoint their geographic locato his fields. tion, call emergency services, and notify “It takes me about two minutes to do friends and family. It also calculates how it,” says Anderson, who raises corn and long motorists can run their vehicle’s engine soybeans near Hankinson, N.D. “It’s time to stay warm with their remaining fuel. Mowell spent, in my opinion.” torists receive alerts to turn the engine off He estimates that using NDSU Extenperiodically and check the vehicle’s exhaust sion’s online agricultural tools, apps, other pipe for snow buildup to keep them safe resources and one-on-one assistance is savfrom carbon monoxide. ing him $35,000 this year. He adds that • Disaster Recovery Log (https://www. farming is not easy and money is getting ag.ndsu.edu/extension/apps/disaster-recovtight, so making well-informed decisions ery-log) - People can use their smartphone’s is critical. camera to take photos of the damage after a Here are a few of Extension’s apps on flood or other disaster, then key in descripagricultural topics: tions of the damages or use their smart• NDSU Pest Management (https://tiphone’s voice recorder to create an audio nyurl.com/NDSU-PestManagementApp) description of the damage. The app also pro- It combines information from the “North vides information from NDSU Extension on Dakota Weed Control Guide,” “North how to clean or deal with flood-damaged Dakota Field Crop Plant Disease Manageappliances, electronics, household items, ment Guide” and “North Dakota Field Crop papers, books, photos, gardens, landscapes, Insect Management Guide.” It provides home structures and mold. photos to help with pest identification, and • Small Business Disaster Plan (https:// control options and pesticide rate recomwww.ag.ndsu.edu/extension/apps/smallmendations. business-disaster-plan) - This app provides • Farm Fuel Budget (https://www. small-business owners and managers with ag.ndsu.edu/extension/apps/farmfuelbuddetails on what should be in a disaster plan get) - This estimates fuel use based on acres, and a step-by-step guide to creating the plan. crops, tillage systems and fuel prices. Business owners and managers can use the • NDSU Grazing Calculator (https:// app to take photos of inventory, supplies, www.ag.ndsu.edu/livestockextension/grazcomputer equipment and other materials. ing-management-folder/range-and-pasture) The app alerts users to review the plan at a - It helps livestock producers determine designated time. pasture stocking rates and carrying capacity, • NDSU Heating Fuel Consumption and forage production. (https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/extension/apps/ • NDSU Canola Doctor (https://tinyurl. ndsu-heating-fuel-comparison) - This com/NDSU-CanolaDr) - The app provides smartphone app compares the cost of photos and information about common various heating fuels. It helps business and canola insects and diseases. It also includes homeowners decide which fuel is the most a Sclerotinia risk map and calculator. cost effective. • Sugarbeet Production Guide (https:// Extension apps are available in the Apple tinyurl.com/NDSU-SugarBeetProductionand Google Play stores. Guide) - It helps North Dakota and Min##### nesota sugar beet growers make timely Peanut butter has been known to remove management decisions from cultivation to tar from car finishes also. harvest. ##### “I really appreciate some of the things Prevent rust by keeping the underside of NDSU Extension has helped the farmers do your car clean also. Place a lawn sprinkler to be more efficient,” Dahlen says. under your car and turn on full blast. Move Producers aren’t the only ones using these occasionally so it will reach all areas. This is tools. Online calculators and apps for detera good way to remove all salt and road grime. mining how much fertilizer and herbicides

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Late season grain sorghum management By Brent Bean, Ph.D., Sorghum Checkoff Agronomist

As a continuation to the article on early season growth management of grain sorghum, this article will focus on management of sorghum from heading to physiological maturity and harvest. Once the sorghum head begins to emerge from the flag leaf sheath, the sorghum plant takes approximately 40 to 50 days to reach physiological maturity, depending largely on accumulated heat units. Sugarcane aphids can cause major yield loss if thresholds are exceeded from heading through the hard dough stage. Growers are strongly encouraged to scout fields and treat for aphids as soon as threshold levels are reached. Research has shown both heat and drought stress just prior to heading and through flowering can reduce yields. For growers who have the ability to irrigate the sorghum should not be allowed to stress from lack of water during this critical time. In addition, applying 30 to 40 pounds of the recommended nitrogen for the targeted yield goal in the irrigation water will increase overall nitrogen use efficiency. Growers should also consider a fungicide application during this time if they expect foliar diseases to be a problem. Sorghum begins flowering from the top of the head and moves downward over a four- to seven-day period, depending on weather conditions and the hybrid. Sorghum has perfect flowers, meaning that each flower contains both anthers and the female stamen. Unlike corn, where the pollen must travel from the tassel to the ear, sorghum pollen has to move only a very short distance for successful pollination. For this reason, sorghum can withstand heat stress better than other crops during this critical stage. The main risk to sorghum during flowering comes from midge. Late-planted sorghum is particularly vulnerable to midge infestation. In the mid-South, many growers elect to apply an insecticide for midge control at flowering without scouting, assuming midge will be an issue. However, midge will not always be present, so scouting every other day during flowering is the recommended practice. Growers are encouraged to see state extension service midge recommendations for specific guidelines. Once sorghum moves into the milk and soft dough stages, it becomes vulnerable to headworms, which include corn earworm, fall armyworm and sorghum webworm. For corn earworm and fall armyworm, an insecticide application usually is warranted when one to two worms that are at least 0.25 to 0.5 inches in length are present per head. Since webworms are smaller, a higher threshold of five or more worms per head are needed to justify an insecticide application. Growers also should scout for various stinkbugs during this time and make an insecticide application if five stinkbugs are found per head. The grain is very susceptible to bird feeding at this stage. The hard dough stage is reached when the majority of grain in the head can no longer be mashed between the thumb and index finger. At this stage, approximately 75 percent of the grain’s final dry weight has now accumulated, and most of the grain’s seed coat color has turned from green to its final color. The grain is now too hard for insects to cause major yield loss. During this time, stress on the plant from drought, diseases or insects can potentially lower test weight and lead to an increase in lodging. For this reason, growers are discouraged from terminating irrigation too soon. The grain is considered to have reached physiological maturity once hard starch has formed at the base of the kernel. Similar to flowering, maturity progresses from the top to the bottom of the head and generally takes about 14 days. Growers can harvest once grain is mature and grain moisture has dropped to a suitable level for storage or mechanical drying, and when the plant itself has dried sufficiently. Drydown time is highly dependent on weather conditions and the hybrid. Some hybrids have a stay-green characteristic that is desirable during late-season drought but can slow down the drying of the plant significantly. For these hybrids, a harvest-aid treatment may be required. For more information, growers can visit the Agronomy Library and read the Sorghum and the Use of a Harvest-Aid Product article (http://www.sorghumcheckoff.com/news-and-media/ newsroom/2017/09/15/sorghum-and-the-use-of-a-harvestaid-product/).

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New Holland 1079 rebuilt balewagon...............................$70,000 New Holland 1075 diesel.................................................$32,500 New Holland 1075 gas.....................................................$26,500 1988 New Holland 1068 rebuilt diesel..............................$47,500 New Holland 1068 rebuilt late model, nice.......................$47,500 New Holland 1068 gas balewagon with MilStak clamp for 3x4 bales.............................................................................$28,000 New Holland 1063 pull-type balewagon, hauls 160 bales............. ......................................................................................$16,500 5-New Holland S1049 bale wagons........................$7500-19,500 New Holland Super 1049 balewagon..............................$18,500 New Holland 1046 self-propelled balewagon, hauls 80 bales....... .........................................................................................$7500 2006 New Holland 1037 balewagon, sharp.....................$35,000 6-New Holland 1037 balewagons, rebuilt...... $18,000 to $25,000 New Holland 1033s rebuilt balewagons.............$10,500-$13,000 New Holland 1032 rebuilt.................................................$10,500 New Holland 1032 pull type.............................................$10,500 New Holland 1052 retriever mounted on 1998 GMC 6500 truck, 3126 Cat engine, Allison automatic transmission. Nice.$18,500 New Holland 1052 retriever bed..........................................$7500

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Swathers

New Holland HW325 swather, 14HS header...................$47,500 New Holland HW300 swather, w/12HS header................$32,500 2007 Hesston 9345 16-ft. swather, 3300 hours................$39,500

Rakes

Allen 8827 hydraulic double rake.....................................$10,500 New Holland 55, 56, 258, 259 & 260 rakes. Several to choose from.......................................................... From $600 to $4500

Haying Equipment

New Holland BR780 round baler with net wrap, nice.......$16,500

Industrial Equipment

2001 Carelift 10055 Zoom Boom telehandler, cab, heat, 10,000 lb lift, 55-ft. reach..........................................................$45,000

Tractors & Accessories

1995 Agco Allis 9655 MFWD, FEL, grapple, 155 hp, 18 speed powershift, duals.......................................................... $35,000 Case 4690 tractor..............................................................$11,000 Great Bend 870 FEL, grapple, new condition.................... $7500 International 550 PTO manure spreader........................... $2500

Consignments

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USDA encourages rural communities, water districts to apply for loans

From Montana Department of Agriculture Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Devel$300,000 loan and a $638,000 grant to conopment Anne Hazlett recently announced a struct a sewer collection system. The District historic commitment by the U.S. Department is on the shores of Lake of the Woods and the of Agriculture to upgrade and rebuild rural Rainy River in Lake of the Woods County in water infrastructure. northern Minnesota. Homes and businesses “USDA is committed to being a strong in the district have individual septic systems partner to rural communities in building their that need to be replaced. If these systems futures,” Hazlett said. “All people – regardwere to fail, the contamination would affect the river and the lake. The state considers this less of their zip code – need modern, reliable project a priority due to the possibility of eninfrastructure to thrive, and we have found that when we address this need, many other vironmental contamination. The new system challenges in rural places become much more will protect the environment and area waters. manageable.” USDA is announcing investments today Eligible rural communities and water in Alabama, California, Delaware, Iowa, districts can apply online for funding to Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, maintain, modernize or build water and Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, wastewater systems. They can visit the interNew Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oklaactive RD Apply tool (https://www.rd.usda. homa, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carogov/programs-services/rd-apply), or they can lina, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and apply through one of USDA Rural DevelopWest Virginia. In FY 2018, Congress provided a historic ment’s state or field offices (https://www. level of funding for water and wastewater rd.usda.gov/contact-us/state-offices). infrastructure. The 2018 Omnibus spending USDA is providing the funding through bill includes $5.2 billion for USDA loans and the Water and Waste Disposal Loan and grants, up from $1.2 billion in FY 2017. The Grant program (https://www.rd.usda.gov/ bill also directs Agriculture Secretary Sonny programs-services/water-waste-disposalPerdue to make investments in rural commuloan-grant-program). It can be used to finance drinking water, stormwater drainage and nities with the greatest infrastructure needs. waste disposal systems for rural communities In April 2017, President Donald J. Trump with 10,000 or fewer residents. established the Interagency Task Force on Below are a few examples of USAgriculture and Rural Prosperity to identify legislative, regulatory and policy changes DA’s latest investment (PDF, 162 KB) that could promote agriculture and prosper(https://www.rd.usda.gov/files/USDARD_ WEPNRChartJuly2018.pdf) of $164 million ity in rural communities. In January 2018, for 54 projects nationwide: Secretary Perdue presented the Task Force’s • Wadesboro, North Carolina, is receivfindings to President Trump. These findings included 31 recommendations to align the ing a $706,000 loan and an $815,000 grant federal government with state, local and tribal to improve its water distribution system. governments to take advantage of opportuniThe town will install 7,000 linear feet of eight- and 12-inch PVC and dip water main, ties that exist in rural America. Increasing and 11 hydrants and service re-connections. investments in rural infrastructure is a key The project will benefit the town’s 2,012 recommendation of the task force. residential users, 84 commercial users, eight To view the report in its entirety, please industrial users and five institutional users. view the Report to the President of the United Wadesboro, population 5,841, is in Anson States from the Task Force on Agriculture County. and Rural Prosperity (PDF, 5.4 MB) (https:// • The village of Greenview, Illinois, is rewww.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ rural-prosperity-report.pdf). In addition, to ceiving a $4.9 million loan and a $3.7 million view the categories of the recommendations, grant to construct a wastewater collection and please view the Rural Prosperity infographic treatment facility. The system will collect and (PDF, 190 KB) (https://www.usda.gov/sites/ convey wastewater via a centralized pumpdefault/files/documents/rural-task-forceing station. Wastewater will be transferred infographic.pdf). to a contained mechanical treatment system. USDA Rural Development provides loans Treated wastewater will then be released and grants to help expand economic opporto Grove Creek. This project will alleviate health hazards due to private septic or tunities and create jobs in rural areas. This aeration systems that discharge effluent into assistance supports infrastructure improvedrainage fields, causing raw sewage backups ments; business development; housing; comin homes during major rainfalls. The new munity services such as schools, public safety system will serve the town’s 778 residents. and health care; and high-speed internet • In Baudette, Minnesota, the Wheelaccess in rural areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov. ers Point Sanitary District is receiving a

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3V Distributing, Conrad MT ........................B35 87 Rentals, Shepherd MT.............................A3 Abilene Machine Inc, Abilene KS .................A3 Accelerated Metal Solutions, Brady Smelser, Glendive MT ............................................B21 Action Toys, Billings MT ..............................B16 Affordable Construction Equipment, Billings & Bozeman MT ...........................................A39 Ag Trucks & Equipment, Great Falls MT .... C33 Ag West Distributing Co., Great Falls MT ...A24 Ag Wise, Kremlin MT ................................... C2 AgraSyst Dealers....................................... C28 Aldrich Lumber Co., Billings .......................B13 Badland Truck Sales, Glendive MT .............. C9 Basin Seed, LLC, Stanford MT ...................B29 Bass Auction Co. Inc., Lewistown MT ........ C30 Bell Motor Co., Cut Bank MT ......................B24 Ben Taylor, Valier & Shelby MT ...................A35 Big Equipment Co., Havre MT ................... C31 Big Sky Equipment, Conrad MT ................ C11 Big Sky Sawmill & Wood Products, Vaughn MT ................................................................A30 Big Sky Wholesale Seeds, Shelby MT ...... C12 Billings Farm & Ranch Supply, Billings MT ...B9 Bouma Truck Sales, Choteau, Great Falls MT .. .........................................................INSERT BTI Feeds, Cut Bank MT ............................A35 Buckley Auction MT ................................... C14 Burks Tractor, Twin Falls, Caldwell ID..........A22 C&B Operations, LLC, Circle, Culbertson, Glasgow, Plentywood MT ........................A37 Cahill Seeds, Scobey MT .............................A4 Cascade Machine & Supply, Great Falls MTB16 Chamley Pipe & Salvage, Williston ND.......A28 Chic Harbine Sales, Missoula MT ............. C10 Circle G Salvage, Walhalla, ND ....................B6 Circle S Seeds, of Montana, Three Forks MTB6 Clearview Seed, Denton MT...................... C20 Courtesy Ford, Conrad MT .........................B21 Cox Ranch Equipment, Winston MT............ C1 Crazy Mountain Fabrication, Travis Klein, Big Timber MT .............................................. C32 Cut Bank Tire, Cut Bank MT ...................... C23 D-Cat, Construction LLC, Sun River MT.... C27 David J Heine & Associates, Kalispell MT ..B14 DBL Sales & Service, Dave & Brock Linker, Coffee Creek MT .............................................A2 Dick Irvin Trucking, Shelby MT................... C38 Doane Western of Montana, Bozeman MT....C36

Index

Empire Equipment, LLC, Canyon Creek.....B29 Equipment Connection, Columbia Falls MT ..... ....................................................... B22, B23 Exchange Services, Inc, Whitefish MT .......B28 First State Bank, Shelby MT .........................B2 Fisher Metal Products, Fort Benton MT..... C15 Fisher Truck & Equipment, Scobey MT.......A27 Flaman Sales & Rental, Power MT ......C3, C34 Fort Benton Realty, Fort Benton MT ...........B16 Fraser’s Oil Inc., Inverness MT ...................B20 Frieling’s Agricultural Equipment, Great Falls MT ........................ A21, A31, C19, C27, C37 Frontline Ag Solutions Dillon, Dillon MT ...... C5 Frontline Ag Solutions, Choteau, Conrad, Cut Bank, Dillon, Lewistown, Havre, Chester, Great Falls, Belgrade, Livingston MT............C6, C7 Fuson Excavation & Trucking, Conrad MT ....B7 Gateway Arch & Fence, Wayne Thiem, Bozeman MT .............................................................B6 Golden Harvest Seeds, Big Sandy MT ........ C8 Golden Triangle Seeds, Rudyard MT ........... C4 Great Falls Fence, Great Falls MT ............. C13 Greyn Fertilizer, Choteau, Dutton, Valier MT..C29 Harris Custom Swathing, Conrad ...............B32 Havre Ford, Havre MT ............................... C35 Heartland Seed Company, Moccasin MT ...A36 Hedman, Inc, Brett Hedman, Grass Range MT ................................................................B15 Helfert’s Helena Farm Supply, East Helena MT ................................................................B34 Henke Enterprises, SprayFlex & Big Dog Mowers, Chester MT ......................................B30 Hi-Line Rental, Havre MT ...........................A38 Highline Communications, Cut Bank MT ... C24 Hodgskiss Seed, Choteau MT ....................A14 Hoven Equipment Co., Great Falls MT ............. ...............................................B10, B11, B12 Huggy Bear’s Consignment, Cut Bank MT ...B5 Hwy 12 Equipment & Repair, Baker MT ...... C1 Iron Horse Express, Coffee Creek MT........B28 J & T Equipment Sales, John Jones, Stevensville MT .......................................................... C26 J Bar T Bins & Steel Buildings, Jeremiah Johnson & Thad, Chester MT ................................B14 Jamieson Motors, Inc., Chinook MT ..A28, C28 Jason’s Agri-Motive, Lefleche, SK Canada....B32 Jim Nielsen Trucks & Parts, Butte MT.........A33

Joe Judisch Custom Swathing & Baling, Conrad ...........................................................A18 JT Harvesting, Jim Bartsch, Brady .............A17 Krogmann Mfg. ...........................................B16 Lemken, T&T Farm Supply, Chester MT.....B25 Lewistown Rental, Lewistown MT ...............A38 Liphatech, Rozel ......................... B28, INSERT M & W Machine, Three Forks MT ...............B28 MDS Construction Supply, Great Falls MT C18 Mills Auction, Boyes MT............................... C6 Mohrlang Fabrications, Brush CO ..............B17 Montana American Land Sales, LLC, Cascade MT ..................................................B36, C12 Montana Holster & Shoulder Rig, Norm Schertenlieb MT ......................................A34 Montana Livestock Ag Credit, Helena MT....C30 Montana Metal Fabrications, Great Falls MT..A33 Montana Valley Irrigation, Great Falls MT .....A8 Moore Technology, Bozeman MT............... C34 Mountain Equipment, Belgrade MT ............B26 Mountain View Livestock, Choteau MT.......A32 Mountain View Metal Works, Wilsall MT ...... C3 MT Tractors, Matt Pendergast, Stevensville MT ................................................................A38 Musselshell Valley Equipment, Roundup MT.... .......................................................A27, C39 New Holland of Belgrade, Belgrade MT .....B27 New Homes of the Future, Billings MT .......B16 NM Machinery, Missoula MT ....................... C1 North Star Equipment, John Myers, Simms MT ................................................................B13 Northern Chrysler, Cut Bank MT ................A23 Northern Ford, Cut Bank MT ......................A23 Northern Hydraulics, Great Falls MT ............B7 Northern Prairie Auto Sales, Wolf Point MTC23 Northwest Plastics, Libby MT .......................B8 Powerhouse Equipment, Floweree MT ...... C24 Precision Truck & Trailer, Havre MT ..............B3 Price Truck & Equipment Sales, Missoula MT .. ................................................................A21 R & L Seed & Machine LLC, Geyser MT ..... C1 Reddig Equipment & Repair, Kalispell MT........ ........................................................... B8, B9 RENN Mill Center, Inc. ................................ C9 Rockwell Scales, Simms MT ....................... C2 Roger Rader, Inc, Sun River MT.................B14 Rozel, Liphatech ......................... B28, INSERT

Rydelle Enterprises, Marion Jones, Drummond MT ...........................................................A19 Severinsen Irrigation, Fairfield MT ............. C12 Shobe Auction & United Country Realty, Lewistown MT ...................................................A17 Signalness Farms, Watford City, ND ................. ...............................................A19, B21, C35 Shortline Ag, Scobey MT..................... A34, B3 Sod Buster Sales, Polson MT ............ A10, A40 Specialty Tool & Attachment, Cody WY ..... C10 Steel Etc, Great Falls MT.......................... C40 Stock Drive Trailer Sales, Dillon MT ............A32 Stokes Fencing, Conrad MT ...................... C26 Stricks Ag, Chester MT.............................. C35 Sullivan Brothers Construction, Conrad MTB30 Super SmartRooms/Superform ICF, Jerry Gangstad, Avon MT...................................A2, C20 Swains Spring Service, Great Falls MT ......B31 T & T Farm Supply, LLC, Chester MT .........B25 Taylor Farm Store, Shelby MT ....................A35 TCB Transport LLC, Todd Bedosky, Geyser MT ..................................................................B7 Teton Antique Steam & Gas Assoc, Choteau MT ...........................................................A11 That Guys Fab Shop, Havre MT ...................B4 The Gear House, Helena MT .......................B4 Thistledew Cattle Co., Land Investment Forum, Billings MT ...............................................A20 Three Forks Lumber & Ready Mix, Three Forks MT ...........................................................B25 Tiber Tractor Co., Chester MT.......................B1 Tilleman Equipment Company, Havre MT.....C25 Tom’s Shop, Grassrange MT ......................B28 Treasure State Seed, Fairfield MT ..............A33 Tri County Implement, Sidney MT...............B31 Triangle Ag Service, Fort Benton MT..........A10 Triple T Sales, Chinook MT ................B33, C36 TT&E Inc, Victor MT .................................. C22 Van Motors, Conrad MT..............................B17 VanDyke Trucking, Conrad MT ...................B14 Vaughn Truck, Havre MT.............................A36 VW Mfg, Loren Hawks, Chester MT .......... C21 Wesco Trailer Sales, Conrad MT ..................B2 Western Montana New Holland, Missoula MT..C15 Wichman Ag Supply LLC, Hilger MT ........... C1 Wild Horse Seed, Havre MT ...................... C38 Yellowstone Tractor Co., Belgrade MT ....... C32 Zerbe Bros., Glasgow MT .................. B18, B19 Zomer Truck, Conrad MT ...................C16, C17

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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. 8-ft. and 10-ft. units in stock.

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Flexilla 1/4”, 3/8” & 1/2” air hose 5/8” water hose All fittings available swivel & standard straight fittings. Hose splicers available as well.

Honda 4-stroke weed trimmer

New Spotlyte 15-gallon sprayers attach easily to your ATV or garden tractor.

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Grilled Romaine Lettuce

3 to 4 romaine hearts 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp vinegar (red wine or cider vinegar) 2 teaspoons chopped fresh herbs such as rosemary, thyme, oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs) 1/4 teaspoon salt Pinch freshly ground black pepper Prep the romaine hearts—pull off any old leaves. Chop off the top 1 or 2 inches of the lettuce head and shave off the browned part of the root end, leaving the root end intact so that the lettuce head stays together. Prepare your grill for high, direct heat. Prepare the vinaigrette--put the oil, vinegar, herbs, salt and pepper in a small bowl and whisk with a fork to combine. Paint the lettuce hearts all over with the vinaigrette. Grill the romaine hearts until lightly browned on all sides, turning every minute or two until done. Serve immediately. You can either serve the hearts whole or chop them and toss them for a salad.

Fresh Cucumber Salad

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3 medium cucumbers, sliced 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup water 1/2 cup white vinegar 3 tablespoons minced fresh dill or parsley Place cucumbers in a 1-1/2- to 2-qt. glass container. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, shake remaining ingredients until combined. Pour over cucumbers. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Balsamic Cucumber Salad

1 large English cucumber, halved and sliced 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved 1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette 3/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese In a large bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes and onion. Add vinaigrette; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Just before serving, stir in cheese. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Macaroni Coleslaw

1 package (7 ounces) ring macaroni 1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix 2 medium onions, finely chopped 2 celery ribs, finely chopped 1 medium cucumber, finely chopped 1 medium green pepper, finely chopped 1 can (8 ounces) whole water chestnuts, drained and chopped DRESSING: 1-1/2 cups Miracle Whip Light 1/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large bowl; add the coleslaw mix, onions, celery, cucumber, green pepper and water chestnuts. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Beer Bathed Grilled Corn

5 (12-oz.) bottles lager beer 8 ears fresh sweet corn, husks pulled back Preheat grill to medium-high (about 450°F). Bring beer to a boil in a large Dutch oven over mediumhigh; add corn, and return to a boil. Remove from heat; cover and let stand until corn is mostly tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain. Grill corn, uncovered, turning often, until charred and fully tender, 5 to 6 minutes.

Make some food memories with corn on the cob

By Julie Garden-Robinson, Food and Nutrition Specialist, NDSU Extension I remember going out to our friend’s farm to help pick corn every summer when I was a child. I had fun harvesting the plump ears of corn in the cool temperatures of an early summer morning. After some training, I learned how to hang onto the stalk and then twist the ear toward the ground to remove it without damaging the rest of the plant. Sometimes we’d discover that raccoons had taken a few bites out of some cobs, leaving the partially eaten cobs between the rows. I was always on the lookout for these critters. Then the time came for husking, or shucking, the bushel baskets full of corn in preparation for freezing enough corn to last through the winter. That was less fun. I remember my mother paying me 25 cents an hour as an enticement. I thought I was rich with the $1.50 I earned after husking and washing corn most of the day. We had corn on the cob for dinner as a reward for all the harvesting and husking. At the dinner table, I discovered that I could “cap” all my teeth with corn when no one was paying attention. Then I’d grin at my family with my new dental work. They’d laugh and then tell me to “eat nicely.” I’d just cap my front teeth after that. Corn, or maize, has been consumed for thousands of years. Food historians believe it was developed at least 7,000 years ago in Mexico. Later, it was cultivated widely by Native American tribes in North and South America and introduced to Europe by explorers, including Columbus. Several categories of corn are grown today. Sweet corn is high in natural sugars and is the type enjoyed at the dinner table most commonly. Field corn, or dent corn, is the most widely grown corn in the U.S. It is used for livestock feed and also in some food products. It gets a dent in the kernels after drying. Flint corn is the multicolored, hard-kernelled corn often used for decorations in the fall. Popcorn is a type of flint

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HAY AND EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

(Approximately 85 ton) 2nd cutting alfalfa hay, round bales, 167 RFV (Approximately 200 ton) pea hay, round bales, 122 RFV (Approximately 260 ton) Willow Creek winter wheat, round bales 1991 Chevrolet 1 ton dually with Cannonball round bale bed, hydraulic hoist. Good condition Cat diesel generator with transformer, 50kW 120/208 volt, all contained on 5th wheel trailer

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ITEMS FOR SALE

N&S 2200 belt conveyor. Sakundiak 6”x41-ft. auger. Matador 7900 windrow inverter. Wheatheart post hole digger with 12” & 9” auger bits. Power River creep feeders. 1988 Freightliner dump truck with 1994 Mara gravel pup trailer. 1963 GMC 4000 grain truck. 1966 GMC 4000 grain truck.

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Make some food memories with corn on the cob CONTINUED FROM PAGE B3

corn but has a starchy center and enough moisture to pop open when heated. Almost every part of a corn cob and corn stalk can be used. Along with fresh, frozen and canned forms, corn also is used to make corn starch, corn meal, grits and hominy. However, most of today’s corn is used for purposes other than providing nutrition for people and animals. Corn is used to make ethanol gas, fuel pellets, plastics and matchsticks, and it’s in construction materials such as drywall, insulation and sandpaper. It also is used to make glue, crayons and many other products. Back in 1996, the average sweet corn consumption was 29 pounds per person. Consumption declined to 21.3 pounds per person in 2014, with the majority (7.9 pounds) eaten fresh, followed by frozen (7.7 pounds) and canned (5.8 pounds), according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service. Corn provides vitamin C and B vitamins, along with minerals, including potassium and magnesium. On average, 1/2 cup of sweet corn has 75 calories, 2 grams (g) of protein, less than 1 g of fat and 16 g of carbohydrate. If you think of carrots and healthy eyes, here’s some news. Corn is good for your eyes, too. Corn contains the eyehealthy natural carotenoid pigments lutein and zeaxanthin. These two natural pigments have been shown to help reduce our risk of age-related macular degeneration and cataracts. Don’t give up on carrots, though. Carrots provide betacarotene (another carotenoid pigment), which helps us see better in the dark. If you pick or purchase more corn than you can refrigerate and eat within a few days, you can preserve it by freezing or canning it. Be sure to use research-tested advice for a high-quality end product. • To freeze corn off the cob, select ears with plump kernels. Husk ears, remove silk and wash. Blanch (heat in boiling water), cool and drain. For whole-kernel corn, cut corn off the cob at about two-thirds of the depth of the kernels. • To freeze corn on the cob, after husking, removing silk and washing, sort cobs by size. Blanch small ears (1 1/4 inches in diameter) for seven minutes, medium ears (1 1/4 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter) for nine minutes and large ears (more than 1 1/2 inches in diameter) for 11 minutes. After the heating process, cool in ice water, drain well, and package in freezer bags and freeze. For more information about freezing vegetables, see North Dakota State University Extension’s publication “Freezing Vegetables” (FN187) at https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/publications/food-nutrition/freezing-vegetables. If you decide to can corn, remember, it is a low-acid vegetable and needs to be processed in a pressure canner to ensure that harmful microorganisms are destroyed. See the NDSU Extension publication “Home Canning Low-acid Vegetables” (FN173) at https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/publications/food-nutrition/home-canning-low-acid-vegetables/ fn173.pdf for information about canning corn and a range of other vegetables. Visit the Field to Fork website at https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/ fieldtofork for more information about growing and using a variety of specialty crops, including corn. This sweet corn recipe was the hit of the day when our summer program assistants tested recipes this summer. Corn on the Cob with Bacon and Buffalo Sauce 4 ears corn, shucked and cleaned 1/4 c. (1/2 stick) butter, melted 4 slices finely chopped cooked bacon, lower-sodium, fried crisp and drained 2 Tbsp. buffalo sauce, such as Frank’s Red Hot or your favorite hot sauce Cook corn by boiling for about for 10 minutes. Or place the corn on a grill at high heat and cook for 10 to 12 minutes while turning over and rotating it. While the corn is cooking, make the buffalo sauce by combining the melted butter and Frank’s Hot Sauce. After the corn is cooked, let cool and slather with the buffalo sauce. Garnish with finely chopped bacon. Makes four servings. Each serving has 210 calories, 16 g fat, 5 g protein, 14 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber and 320 milligrams sodium. ##### Remember that a journey of a thousand miles begins with an argument about how to pack the car. ##### In Greco-Roman myth, donkeys are known as a symbol of lust.

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NEW ITEMS

John Deere 66 AH 5-bottom plow with 16” high speed bottom shears. Tag #DGreer0918. M&W grain dryer with 75 hp electric motor, new bearings. Tag #Vermulum0918... ..............................................................................................................$7500 2001 Case IH 2388 combine, 2856 hours, 40-ft. 1042 draper header and 1015 pickup header with Sund pickup. Tag #Vince0918.............................$60,000 2-Case IH 810 13-ft. pickup headers. Tag #Brandon0918. Case 810 30-ft. straight cut header. Tag #Brandon0918. 1978 Peterbilt grain truck with 20-ft. box and hoist, 400,000 miles, 13-speed Fuller, 855 Cummins. Tag #Russ0918................................................$31,000 Hesston 1200 30-ft. pull type swather. Tag#Seville0918.............................$3500 Golf cart. Tag #EPaul0818...........................................................................$3500 Homemade 17-ft. gooseneck trailer. Tag #Paul0918....................................$3500 Push blade to fit on Gehl telehandler. Tag #Paul0918.................................$2500 125-ft. of 14 gauge link fence with 4 gates. Tag #Paul0918...........................$500 10-ft. cattle guard. Tag #Paul0918..................................................................$250 12-ft. cattle guard. Tag #Paul0918..................................................................$350 Westfield MK100 10”x61-ft. swing hopper auger. Tag #GaryS0918...........$3900 International Harvester H1372 13”x72-ft. swing hopper auger. Tag #Jess0918... ...........................................................................................................$18,000 Hutchinson 36-ft. belt conveyor. Tag #Jess0918.....................................$18,000 2007 Case IH 7010 combine with 1200 separator hours, 36-ft. Honey Bee double sickle header. Tag #Jess0918. John Deere 4520 tractor with loader. Tag #GaryS0918. John Deere 2240 tractor with 3-point. Tag #GaryS0918. Valmar 3255 spreader, implement mounted. Tag #BigSky0918..................$1500 Vermeer 625 wood chipper. Tag #LarryK0918............................................$7500 Smaller wood chipper with Briggs engine. Tag #LarryK0918.......................$2500 2008 John Deere 9770 combine with 635 draper header, 3000 engine hours and 2200 separator hours, new motor, new sieve, new gearbox. Tag #Terry0818..............................................................................................$155,000 1991 Aljo 21-ft. gooseneck travel trailer, sleeps 6, has refrigerator and sink, air conditioning, sound system. Tag #Mary0918........................................$8500 2000 Western Star semi truck, Cat C-12, 430 hp engine, Super 10 10-speed transmission, sleeper. Tag #Jaimie0918.............................................$15,500 Rem grain vac. Tag #GaryS0918. New Holland TR 86 combine with 30-ft. header and 13-ft. pickup header with RakeUp pickup attachment, 3650 hours. Tag #Lyle0918. New Holland 2300 18-ft. auger header, fits New Holland. Case swathers. Bidirectional tires. Tag #TomK0918.............................................................$8500 John Deere 450 windrower with 16-ft. rotary disc header, 760 machine hours, 1100 engine hours. Tag #Rog0918..................................................$110,000 John Deere 567 twine tie round baler, 10,500 bales, new chains and belt drive. Tag#0918...........................................................................................$18,000 2015 New Holland windrower with 18-ft. HS header, 500 hours. Tag #Sam0918.. ...........................................................................................................$88,000 New Holland HW320 windrower with 18-ft. header and has 2280 hours. Tag #Sam0918..........................................................................................$29,000 Case MX120 MFD tractor with L300 FEL loader, 96” bucket, square bale fork. Tag #Rog0918....................................................................................$45,000 New Holland 456 sickle mower with 9-ft. sickle. Tag #Vern0918.................$3500 Husqvarna RZ24219 42” zero turn mower, low hours. Tag #Lynn0918......$2800 Round bale mover, hauls 4 bales. Tag #Scotty0918....................................$4500 Case 105U MFD tractor, 3-point hitch, 540/1000 PTO, cab, heat, low hours. Tag #Sam0918..........................................................................................$28,000 1998 Red River belly dump trailer. Tag #Sam0918..................................$15,000 1998 Freightliner truck, new tires. Tag #Sam0918..................................$19,000 Gleaner L2 combine with 24-ft. header with Crary air reel. Tag #Richard0918...... ..............................................................................................................$6000 Gleaner L2 combine with 24-ft. header with Crary air reel, 2766 engine hours. Tag #Richard0918.................................................................................$6000 Gleaner L2 combine with 24-ft. header with Crary air reel, 2092 engine hours. Tag #Richard0918.................................................................................$6000 John Deere 800 swather with 18-ft. draper header. Tag #Marion0918. New Holland 1425 self-propelled baler. Tag #Marion0918. 3-New Holland 1282 self-propelled baler. Tag #Marion0918. New Holland 1425 for parts. Tag #Marion0918. New Holland 1049 self-propelled, 3-wide bale wagon. Tag #Marion0918.

PLOWS

John Deere 16-ft. plow. Tag #JackW0418...................................................... Call Melroe 33-ft. plow, no wing lift cylinders, Flexi-Coil mounted harrows. Tag #GeraldB0117...............................................................................................$4500 Graham-Hoeme 15-ft. plow, good shanks with shovels, needs depth cylinder. Tag #GuyM0617....................................................................................$1500 Gysler 40-ft. plow. Tag #Russ0518..............................................................$4500 Melroe 501 42-ft. plow, 1” shanks. Tag #DaveT0916 Melroe 30-ft. plow. Tag #GaryS0117...........................................................$4000 Melroe 501 42-ft. plow, no wing lift, new tires, 1” shanks. Tag #JohnA0618..$4500 Melroe 36-ft. plow, no wing lift, Honey Bee rod. Tag #JohnA0618...............$4500 Gysler 35-ft. plow with wing lifts. Tag #JohnA0618......................................$4500 Gysler 24-ft. plow with Degelman harrows. Tag #JohnA0618.....................$3500 Friggstad B3-31 34-ft. plow, 11/4” shanks. Tag #JohnA0618.......................$9500

HARROWS

Riteway 8100 heavy harrow. Tag #Doug0518..........................................$39,500 NEW pasture harrows. Tag #Hug0518...................................... $179 per section Aerway 18-ft. pasture harrow with drawbar. Tag #Kerry1017......................$5500 NEW!! Wessex 4x6 pasture harrows. Tag #Hug0418..............................$170 ea. 2- 6-ft. spike tooth harrow with drawbar. Tag #JackW0418............................. Call 18-ft. drawbar spike tooth harrow. Tag #JackW0418....................................... Call 4- 6-ft. mounted harrow. Tag #JackW0418...................................................... Call Degelman 6-ft. harrow. Tag #JackW0418....................................................... Call 3-Spike tooth harrows. Tag #JackW0418.................................................$125 ea. Noble harrows. Tag #JackW0418.

PICKUPS & CARS

1981 Ford F250 2WD pickup with service box. Tag #Ruth0618..................$1500 1984 1-ton service pickup, 200 gallon fuel tank, 2WD, 4-speed manual transmission, 103,000 miles. Tag #JackW0417..................................................$4000 Mitsubishi 350 mini pickup truck. Tag #BrokenP0117................................$4000

SWATHERS & MOWER CONDITIONERS

Hesston 8100 windrower with 30-ft. DSA header. Tag #BlakeS1117.......$18,000 International 5000 swather with 21-ft. header. Tag #BlakeS1117...............$7500 International 5000 swather with 14-ft. auger header, diesel. Tag #BlakeS1117.... ..............................................................................................................$6500 2001 John Deere 4890 windrower with 16-ft double sickle header, 1700 cutting hours. Tag #Harvey0218...................................................................... $42,000 New Holland 910 swather with 14-ft. header, gear drive. Tag #D&B0418...... Call Hesston 8450 windrower with 14-ft. auger header. Tag #Neal0518.........$27,000 New Holland 1100 swather with 12-ft. header. Tag #Scotty0618................$7500 Massey 35 25-ft. pull type windrower. Tag #Hug0418.................................$2500 New Holland 1112 windrower with 3200 hours. Tag #Marty0718............$15,000

TRAILERS

Fireball gooseneck camper trailer. Tag #VicC0218....................................... $4000 1993 gooseneck 30x8 flatbed trailer, tandem axle, duals, 16,000 lb. capacity. Tag #BrokenP0117......................................................................................$6500 New PJ trailers for sale. Tag #Wyatt0718.

COMBINES

1986 Case 1660 combine with 25-ft. batt reel header, 2458 hours. Tag #John0618.........................................................................................$25,000 John Deere 9500 combine with 930D draper. Tag #Ralph0718...............$72,000

2WD & 4WD TRACTORS

Allis Chalmers 7020 2wd tractor with Farmhand F236 loader, 3-pt. Tag #VicC0218.............................................................................................. $6500 John Deere 7330 FWD tractor, loader, grapple, 3-pt, dual PTO, low houred. Tag #Riley0218........................................................................................... $85,000 2008 Case Puma 180 trailer with L770 loader, bucket and grapple, 3-point, 540 PTO, 2289 hours. Tag #Wayne1017...................................................$88,000 Case 1200A 2WD tractor, 3-pt., 540 PTO, 1/2 cab, power steering, power drawbar, new 18.4x30 rear tires, 92 hours. Tag #RodB1217...............................$7500 International 656 gas tractor, 540 PTO, no 3-point, 741 loader, 5302 hours, needs seat. Tag #D&B0418. 1993 Versatile 876 (blue) tractor, 20.8x38 duals, weights, manual transmission, only 2438 hours, tractor is immaculate. Tag #JackW0418........................ Call Allis Chalmers 170 2WD tractor, loader, 3-point, 540 PTO.Tag #Neal0518...$7500 International 444 2WD tractor, loader, 3-point, 38 HP, 540 PTO, 1976 hours. Tag #Wayne1017.........................................................................................$7500 John Deere 4520 tractor with PTO. Tag #ANF0618....................................$9500 John Deere 2240 tractor with 3-point. Tag #GaryS0917. Case 1030 tractor with hole in bucket. Tag #Ruth0618..................................$750 John Deere 80 tractor with power steering, 540 PTO. Tag #ANF0618.......$8500 John Deere 3010 gas tractor, 540 PTO, no 3-point. Tag #ANF0618...........$8500 John Deere 3020 tractor. Tag #ANF0618. John Deere 830 tractor. Tag #ANF0618......................................................$9500 Case 2470 4WD tractor, 18.4x34 duals. Tag #JohnA0618..........................$7500 Case 1030 tractor with DuAl loader, 540 PTO. Tag #RichT0418.................$7000 2010 John Deere 85F 83 hp orchard tractor, FWD, runs great. Tag #RichT0418.. ...........................................................................................................$15,000 Versatile 800 tractor with 18.4x38 tires, (2 new tires), manual transmission, 5953 hours. Tag #JackW0418.................................................................. Call Case 2870 4WD tractor, 219 HP drawbar horse power, new tires, only 6600 hours. Tag #BrianB1217...............................................................................$18,000

AIR SEEDERS & DRILLS

Concord 3542 air drill, 12” spacing, 2000 Concord air cart with engine drive. Tag #Spencer0518....................................................................................$25,000 Concord 6012 3 rank air seeder with Fargo 3350 stainless steel air cart. Tag #DBK1117..........................................................................................$25,000 1995 Concord 4012 40-ft. air seeder, 12” spacing with 3400 air cart, 5” carbide tips, good condition. Tag #RonH0318.................................................$29,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 52-ft. 9” spacing air drill with 2320 tow behind air cart, updated loading auger. Tag #JackW0418. 40-ft. of John Deere drills, 4 10-ft with 10” spacing, steel packers, John Deere transport, markers. Tag #JohnA0618.................................................$12,500 2-John Deere LZB drills, 10” spacing. Tag #JohnA0618.........................$600 ea. 50-ft. set of John Deere 9400 drills, 10” spacing, fertilizer boxes, transport hitch, packer wheels are capped. Tag #Wayne0518....................................$25,000 Hay Buster 40-ft. no-till drill, 12” spacing. Tag #Russ0514.......................$15,000

BALE MOVERS

New Holland 1048 2-wide bale wagon, 90 bale capacity. Tag #D&B0418..... Call 1985 New Holland 1032 2-wide bale wagon, 69 bale capacity. Tag #HerbK0518. 3-point round bale retriever. Tag #BigSkyC0617..........................................$1500

Harsh Feeder Equipment ----------------------------------Wacker-Neuson Construction Equipment FINANCING AVAILABLE

MISCELLANEOUS

24-ft. pipe panels. Tag# Joe 0318..................................................................$350 Ag Rain 3570 Big Reel, 4” plastic hose, sprinkler head. Tag #JimH1117...$8500 1999 Royalite 30-ft. RV camper, gooseneck, slide out, sleeps 4, all self contained. Need to see to appreciate. Tag #DaveH0617.........................$17,000 New Fair bale processors & snowblowers. see Huggy Bear Hi-Hog squeeze chute. Tag #VicC0218......................................................... $2000 New Holland 144 windrow inverter. Tag #BlakeS1117................................$3000 Squeeze chute, good shape. Tag #D&B0418................................................. Call Tulsa 12-ft. flat bed with tail roll and winch. Tag #JackW0418........................ Call New!! Danuser skid steer mounted hammer. Tag #Hug0418...Preseason Price Wheatheart Heavy Hitter post pounder. For Sale or Rent. Tag #0616.Call Huggy!!! 2016 H&S 125 manure spread, like new. Tag #FredV0218........................ $10,000 Pusle 1750 portable generator. Tag #HowardW0218 Shaver HD 10 3-point mount post pounder. Tag #TedH1217......................$3500 New Holland 195 manure spreader. For rent or sale. Tag #....................... $13,500 2013 Loftness bagger & extractor. Tag #KevinB0218................................ $71,000 Walinga 6614 grain vac. Tag #Ron0518...................................................$11,500 NEW H&S 16-wheel rake. Tag #Hug0518. NEW!! Danuser 48” pallet fork for skidsteer loader. Tag #Hug0518..............$890 Degelman 5178 hylift rock picker. Tag #Doug0518.....................................$9500 Country Clipper 48” Zero Turn mower. Tag #DonW1217...........................$3500 Valmar 320 Fargo spreader mounted on 54 harrow cart, good shape. Tag #JackW0418............................................................................................. Call Minn-Kota high lift rock picker, hydraulic drive. Tag #JackW0418...............$1500 Bale spear for skid steer loader. Tag #Hug0618............................................$650 Bale spear for Furo-Style attachment. Tag #Hug0618...................................$665 7-ft. 3-point box scraper. Tag #Hug0618........................................................$900 NEW!! Danuser hydraulic post hole digger, 9” and 12” auger. Tag #Hug0418...... ............................................................................................Preseason Price Case 451 engine, fits Case 1030, has clutch and alternator. Tag #BobC0618. Completely rebuilt.................................................................................$2500 Farmhand 8-bale clamp. Tag #TomS0618...................................................$1500 Berkeley pump, 25 hp, 3 phase, control box. Tag #BobC1116.....Price Pending 1987 Holiday Rambler 35-ft. RV, sleeps 6, has new awning, 70,000 miles. Tag #JackW0418............................................................................................. Call 1977 M&W 450A grain dryer. Tag #WahlF0618...........................................$7500 8-ft. 3-pt. snowblower, PTO, Tag #BobC0618...............................................$3500 10,000 gallon vertical fuel tank. Tag #Vince0813.........................................$6500 2-35-ft. pickup reels. Tag #BC0318. MacDon 24-ft. reel. Tag #BC0318. 30 or more rubber packers for John Deere 9450 drills. Tag #ANF0518. 12-ft. blade off of Cat 85 track tractor. Tag #Russ0518................................$6500 Power Day portable generator. Tag #HowardW0218. 18.4x26 tires, 24.5x32 lug tires, 18.4x38 tires. Tag #JackW0418................... Call 2-1500 gallon storage tanks. Tag #JackW0418.............................................. Call (39) 4-ft. perforated aeration tubes. Tag #DickS1017...............................$135 ea. (136) rings for aeration tubes. Tag #DickS1017.........................................$35 ea. Farm Saw chainsaw. Tag #HowardW0218 Loading chute. Tag#VicC0218....................................................................... $1000 500 gallon square fuel tank. Tag #GrantO0416.............................................$750 (2) 18” round solid aeration tubes. Tag #DickS0916 24-ft. portable corral panels. Tag #BCreek0718.............................................$350 3-point bale unroller. Tag #BigSky0718........................................................$1500 Finn T30 hydroseeder on 2-ton flatbed. Tag #Brent0718.........................$15,000 John Deere HH80 hammer. Tag #Brent0718..............................................$9500 2012 John Deere drum roller. Tag #Brent0718...........................................$9000 2012 John Deere 73” sheepsfoot roller. Tag #Brent0718............................$8000 2011 Marv Haugen broom. Tag #Brent0718...............................................$4000 Chieftain screening plant. Tag#Brent0718...............................................$46,000 Haukaas marker for 45-ft. Flexi-Coil air seeder. Tag #BigSky0718..............$3500 John Deere 785 manure spreader, hydra push. Tag #BigSky0718.............$5500 Hutchison 36-ft. conveyor with power unit. Tag #Jess0718.....................$18,000

Financing Available

LAST MONTH’S NEW ITEM

New Holland 2300 14-ft. header. Tag #GlennP0818...................................$2500 New Hollland 16H header with 276 Versatile tractor adapter. Tag #Russ0818. Versatile 4022 22-ft. DSA draper header. Case 4690 4WD tractor, fairly new engine repair, transmission problem. Tag #FredV0818. Alloway 30-ft. aerator. Tag #RickW0818. Massey-Ferguson 860 combine with 15-ft. pickup header with pickup attachment header and attachment. Tag#Rob0818........................................$9500 Batco 18”x45-ft. elevator, 15 hp 3 phase motor, drive-over conveyor. Tag #ChuckC0818.......................................................................................$7500 Massey-Ferguson 750 combine with 24-ft. header with air and batt reel. Tag #GaryS0818..........................................................................................$5500 DuAl loader to fit John Deere 4520 tractor. Tag #GaryS0818.....................$4500 Tailgate auger. Tag #GaryS0818....................................................................$950 Gysler 36-ft. plow with 12-ft. center section, AM rod weeder, Degelman mounted harrows. Tag #GaryS0818.....................................................................$5600 New Holland TR70 combine with 22-ft. 960 header. Tag #LarryMc0818....$6500 John Deere 6410 MFD tractor with loader, grapple, 3-point, dual PTO. Tag #Dan0818..........................................................................................$45,000 Polaris pull type full type spreader. Tag #BC0818.........................................$200 Case IH 1015 pickup header, Sund pickup. Tag #RonD0818......................$6500 1997 John Deere 9600 combine with 930 header, header is rebuilt, combine has 3500 hours. Tag #AlanM0818.............................................................$40,000 John Deere 930 30-ft. straight cut header. Tag #ANF0818.........................$4500 John Deere 4020 tractor. Tag #ANF0818. John Deere 7520 tractor. Tag #ANF0818. John Deere 1010 tractor, 3-point, 540 PTO, power steering. Loader is available. Tag #ANF0818......................................................................................$6500 2011 Case IH 8120 combine. Tag #GaryG0818.....................................$140,000 2009 Bourgault 5725 air seeder with 6700 4-compartment air cart. Tag #GaryG0818. 1989 Ford F600 truck (less box or tank). Tag #Paul0818............................$2500 Bobcat skid steer loader V-blade. Tag #DaveT0818. Ford 900 lineman’s truck. Tag #DaveT0818. Fire trailer with 3 fire hoses, 500 gallon tank, Honda, great for upcoming harvest. Dave T0818...........................................................................................$6500 Service trailer with fuel tank, Miller welder, crane. Tag #DaveT0818. Wacker RT compactor. Tag #Dave0818. Case grapple fork to fit skid steer loaders. Tag #DaveT0818. 2011 Ingersol-Rand light plant, excellent shape. Tag #SteveM0818..........$5500 John Deere 212 pickup header with Sund pickup attachment. Fits JD 8820 combine. Tag #JerryS0818..........................................................................$6500 John Deere 214 pickup header with Rake Up pickup attachment. Fits John Deere 8820 or Case 2188 combines. Tag #0818..................................$6500 L shaped 90-gallon fuel tank with electric fuel pump. Tag #JasonB0818.......$900 1998 Ford F150 pickup, 1/2-ton 4-wheel drive, automatic transmission, gas engine, front winch. Tag #JasonB0818......................................................$6000 Steiger PTA 310 Panther tractor with Degelman front blade with 24.5x32 tires. Tag #Reid0818...................................................................................$27,000 Case IH WDX100 haybine. Tag #DougR0818..........................................$19,500 IBX 432 big square baler. Tag #DougR0818.............................................$37,000 John Deere 4020 tractor, no 3-point, almost new tires. Tag #ANF0818......$7500 John Deere 7520 tractor, 1000 PTO. Tag #ANF0818..................................$7500 John Deere 9650 STS combine with 36-ft. MacDon 962 header, 2400 separator hours. Tag #Gordon0818....................................................................$35,000 John Deere 6620 combine with John Deere 925 25-ft. header. Tag #Jeff0818.... ..............................................................................................................$7500 1989 Volvo truck with Jaylor 1500 mixer, new engine overhaul, new clutch, new knives on screw. Tag #Hillside0818....................................................$55,000 2011 Case IH 800 70-ft. air drill, 3430 cart with 3 compartments, 430 bushels, all run monitors. Tag #McRae0818.........................................................$65,000

DISCS

Wishek 14-ft. disc with new pans. Tag #Sam0518...................................$28,000

TRUCKS

1983 International 1724 2-ton truck with 18-ft. flatbed with tailgate hoist. Tag #BrokenP0117......................................................................................$5500 GMC 7000 truck with 1500 gallon tank, 16-ft. flatbed, 114,363 miles, 5 speed manual transmission. Tag #Jack0418....................................................... Call 1970 Ford LN600 truck with 18-ft. box and hoist, ShurLok tarp, 4&2 speed, 83,500 miles. Tag #JackW0418................................................................ Call 1994 Top Kick truck with 18-ft. van box, 6-speed trans. Tag #D&B0418.....$8000 1991 Ford F700 truck with 24-ft. van body with tail lift, 427 gas engine, new radiator, 247,727 miles. Tag #D&B0418................................................... Call 1997 Ford F800 service truck, 8.3 Cummins, 9 speed, air brakes, 5000 lb crane, 246,000 miles. Tag #JasonA0916........................................................ $15,000 1989 GMC 7000 gravel truck, 5 speed/2speed, 47,116 miles. Tag #BrokenP0117..............................................................................................$8500 1979 International cab-over grain truck, 20-ft. ITB box, Cummins engine, 452,000 miles, tandem axle, 13 speed transmission. Tag #JohnA0618...........$25,000 1975 International 4300 conventional truck, 19-ft. Rtena box, 13 speed transmission, tandem axle, good rubber. Tag #JohnA0618........................$25,000 1948 Chevrolet truck with 14-ft. grain box. Tag #BobC0618.......................$1500 1979 GMC 7000 grain truck with hydraulics endgate. Tag #Kyle0618......$12,500 1966 Chevrolet green/white truck. Tag #Jeff0518.......................................$6000 1999 GMC truck with flatbed, white. Tag #Jeff0518.....................................$4000

GRAIN CARTS

Sunflower 8830 grain cart. Tag #RalphJ0618..........................................$30,000 Kinze 1050 grain cart, duals. Tag #Rog0916...........................................$36,000 2009 Avalanche 1100 bushel grain cart, tarp. Tag #Rog0916.................$44,000

COMBINE & HAY HEADERS

Versatile 4020 header, pickup reel, push frame, for NH bidirectional. Tag #DaveT0916 Versatile 24-ft. header for bidirectional. Tag #EarlC0813 Versatile 2400 24-ft. draper header to fit bi-directional tractor. Tag #KerryC0512. ................................................................................................................$500 (2) Allis Chalmers 313 pickup headers with belt pickup attachments. Tag #WSpeich0715 John Deere 940D 40-ft. draper header. Tag #RalphJ0718. John Deere 930 30-ft. flexheader. Tag #ArtH0718...................................$11,000

TUB GRINDERS & PROCESSORS

Haybuster 1130 tub grinder. Tag #BrockT0318........................................$70,000 Vermeer BPX 9000 bale processor, round and square bales. Tag #KlintS1017... ................................................................................................Price Pending New Luck Now Tmr mixers. Tag #Larry0418. New Fair bale processors. Tag #Larry0418 New Harsh mixer wagons. Tag #Larry0418.

BACKHOES, LOADERS, SKID STEERS GRADERS, CRAWLERS & EXCAVATORS

Case 680 2WD, tractor, loader, backhoe, extend-a-hoe. Tag #Hug0218 2016 New Wacker Neuson ST track skid steer loader. Tag #LarryB0617. Melroe 811 skidsteer mounted backhoe. Tag #KenBert0916........................ $6500 2016 New Wacker Neuson WL34 wheel loader. Tag #LarryB0617. Badger Hopto trailer mounted backhoe. Tag #Hug1017............................$1500 XL2410 skid steer mounted snowblower used very little. Tag #GaryC0318. Grizzly 3-pt. backhoe. Tag #ANF1017.........................................................$3500 John Deere 50 3-pt. backhoe. Tag #Dan1216.............................................$2500 2011 Cat 420 tractor/loader/backhoe. Tag #Brent0718............................$75,000

SPRAYERS & SPREADERS

John Deere 335 pickup sprayer with 35-ft. booms, QuickJet nozzles. Tag #Ruth0618............................................................................................$1250 Summers 60-ft. sprayer mounted on pickup. Sprayer has triple nozzles, 8 hp Honda motor. Tag #JackW0418................................................................ Call Big A 2500 sprayer, 60-ft. booms, windscreens, Cat 2308. Tag #JR0514...$15,000

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FOR SALE: 2013 Ford F550 4x4, LWB 6.7L diesel (406) 799-6923

WANTED TO BUY

Fire damaged or non-running tractors

TRACTORS WANTED

Allis-Chalmers, John Deere, IHC, Moline, Massey-Ferguson or what have you got? NEED ALL MECHANICAL FRONTS. International 806, 1206, 1256, 1456; Allis Chalmers D21, pieces or parts; Minneapolis-Moline AT1400 or AT1600; Oliver 4WD’s

Phone Circle G Salvage

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Solution remains elusive for landowners undergoing cheatgrass assault

By University of Wyoming Extension Fearsome cheatgrass taking over land can There can be other viable tools, he said, generate enough horror to reach for silver such as Integrated Pest Management techbullets. niques. But there are no silver bullets for cheatManaging the seed bank is another takegrass, University of Wyoming (UW) Extenaway message. Tekiela said giving the resision specialist Dan Tekiela told those attenddent plant community a chance to repopulate and managing seed banks are his goals when ing the July 11 cheatgrass management field confronting invasive plants. day in Sybille Canyon. Research has shown once a seed bank More than 45 people attended the event becomes established, the likelihood of eradiin the relatively isolated Tom Thorne/Beth Williams Wildlife Habitat Management Area cating cheatgrass or any other invasive plant between Laramie and Wheatland, representspecies is unlikely. Controlling cheatgrass early before it being producers, government agencies and the herbicide industry. comes a problem is best, “But people don’t Pickups and SUVs parked near the herrespond to things until there is a problem and don’t know how to deal with it anymore,” bicide test plots, the attendees having heard Tekiela said. Tekiela earlier discuss management options and the importance of managing the soil seed Tekiela promotes the “Play, Clean, Go,” bank. recommendations, a movement whose partThey saw results – or lack – of herbicide ners include weed and pest districts, state trials in a heavily cheatgrass infested area for and federal agencies and departments and which the Wyoming Game and Fish Departeven school districts. The program urges removal of plant material from boots, pets ment and state lands had treated more than a and vehicles and cleaning equipment before decade ago. entering and leaving areas. The cheatgrass shrugged off the earlier Tekiela cited a northern Colorado producer treatments and returned, and agency represenhe had met with about leafy spurge spreadtatives wanted to see what alternatives could eradicate, or at least lessen, the cheatgrass. ing across that region. The producer told Tekiela partnered with them on the project Tekiela he was advised years ago to clean and wasn’t perplexed at the higher-thanhis equipment before moving from location thought turnout to the isolated area because to location. cheatgrass isn’t selective – everyone has a “He said things that were not there then problem with it. Researchers across the nation are now, and the only way they could have are studying the invasive grass. gotten there is because he moved them in his “It’s the poster child of invasion in the practices,” said Tekiela. “He devalued his West,” he said. “People are scrambling for land. That’s why prevention is so critical. information, but we don’t have the silver That’s what really motivates me to push that bullet.” message.” There will likely never be a one-size-fits-all Still, producers with thousands of acres solution, but Tekiela had specific takeaway of cheatgrass on rangelands are struggling messages during the day. to solve the already-established cheatgrass He fields lots of bioherbicide questions for assault. cheatgrass control. “We had people (at the field day) with less “If you Google bioherbicides and cheatthan five acres and they have the problem and there was one person who has thousands of grass, the top 10 stories that may come up are acres,” he said. “I deal with people in that popular press articles that say such and such spectrum of land ownership day in and day new bioherbicide is great,” he said. “Then, out.” the scientist in me looks and sees there is The examples may seem different, but no research on this. The takeaway is to be a Tekiela believes there are similarities in the little bit skeptical and really seek out reliable challenges and solutions. resources, such as universities, on how to “It’s not all herbicides,” he said. “I tried manage what you are trying to do.” to convey the point prevention is incredibly His test plots were examples of using important, and I think everybody was responresearch-based information. The test plots showed the effects of herbicides and biohersive to that, from those with small acreages to huge ranches.” bicides targeted for cheatgrass control.

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Instead of leaving soil naked, coat it with cover crops

By Kym Pokorny, OSU Extension Service No one wants to go through the winter with no clothes, not even the soil that grows our plants. So, jacket up the soil in cover crops. If you’re not acquainted with cover crops, here’s the rundown: These hardworking plants can add organic matter and aerate the soil, protect it from compaction caused by rain, suppress weeds and reduce erosion – some even add nitrogen to the soil, according to Brooke Edmunds, an Oregon State University (OSU) Extension Service horticulturist. “They’re really nice,” she said. “You can plant them and forget about them and then kick them out when it’s time.” Not a bad deal for an almost no-maintenance plant. All that’s needed is to seed it in fall, water a couple of times until the rains start, leave it through winter and dig or till it in spring. However, timing is key, Edmunds said. You want to get overwintering cover crops seeded by September or early October so they get established before the weather turns cold and wet. It’s also important that plants are cut or mown down in spring before they set seed. Do this about four weeks before planting vegetables again so the crop decomposes properly. Cover crops, also called green manure, include grains like winter oats and cereal rye. Legumes, such as commonly used crimson clover, Austrian field pea and common vetch, are nitrogen “fixers.” Beneficial bacteria in legume root nodules take nitrogen from the air and supply it to the plant. When the cover crop decomposes, some of the nitrogen becomes available to other plants. Edmunds particularly likes clover because it does double duty by providing nitrogen and providing sustenance to pollinators. Be sure to pull the plants before they go to seed. Make sure when you plant that the seed has good contact with the soil. Larger seeds like peas, vetch and cereals should be raked in lightly. Mix small seeds with sand to make them easier to broadcast and then use a sprinkler to water in. If the weather is still dry, keep the seed bed irrigated. When it comes time to incorporate the crop, shorter plants can be tilled right into the soil, Edmunds said. If the plant is too tall to turn under easily, mow first or use a weed trimmer. Tough-stemmed plants can be cut and left to decompose above ground. Or the tops can be carted to the compost pile and the roots dug in. Either way, let the turned-under material sit for about four weeks before planting. For more information, refer to the OSU Extension guide Cover Crops for Home Gardeners (https://catalog.extension. oregonstate.edu/fs304). Or check out Cover Crops for Home Gardeners East of the Cascades (http://cru.cahe.wsu.edu/CEPublications/FS117E/FS117E.pdf) and West of the Cascades (http://cru.cahe.wsu.edu/CEPublications/FS111E/FS111E. pdf), two publications by Washington State University with collaboration by Nick Andrews, small farms specialist for OSU Extension. For beginners, Edmunds advises: • Start with a cover crop that is easy to grow and manage. For example, crimson clover is relatively easy to incorporate into the soil. • The first time you try cover crops, plant them in an area of your garden that you can leave for vegetables typically planted in late spring or early summer. This will buy you time to learn how to manage the cover crop residues in spring. • Try another cover crop that fits in a different niche of your garden plan after you have successfully used one cover crop. Then when you gain experience, experiment with others. • Consider interseeding cover crops during the summer into late-harvested crops like tomatoes.

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Haybuster CNF 430 vertical mixer with scales.................................. $28,900 (L) Haybuster H-1100 1000 PTO mixer.......... ............................................ $26,000 (L) Case IH MX150 tractor/loader......$52,000 Massey-Ferguson 2615 tractor. #16472... ..................................................$24,000 Versatile 700 tractor. #23873..........$9500 Massey-Ferguson 135 tractor. #23932..... .....................................................$4500 John Deere 5020 tractor with PTO & loader.................CALL FOR PRICE (L) Kelly 60 backhoe....................... $5900 (L) Case IH 2188 combine, 1015 pickup header.......................................$42,500 Gleaner R72 combine..................$41,900 Massey-Ferguson 8570 combine, 24-ft. header, pickup header...............$30,000 Massey-Ferguson 850 combine with 24-ft. header, air reel.............................$4500 New Holland CR7090 combine................. ...........................CALL FOR PRICE (L) New Holland TR97 combine,36-ft. Honeybee header, 13-ft. pickup with Swathmaster pickup attachment...............$42,500 International 1660 combine. #13168........ ..................................................$12,000 John Deere 7700 combine..............$5500 John Deere 9400 combine. #23874......... ................................................. $12,000 White 9700 combine.......................$5294 Massey 8590 combine, parts only...$2500

New Holland 94C 42-ft. double sickle, pickup reel, double swath..........$19,900 New Holland 971 header with Rake-Up pickup attachment........................$6000 MacDon 962 36-ft. header............$16,900 Case DHX302 draper header.......... CALL Westfield MKX13x84 auger.........$19,900 Westfield TFX10x36 auger..............$9900 New Holland 1442 15’3” rotary disc..$6700 Ag Shield 300 recon hay conditioner........ ..................................................$24,000 New Holland 575 baler. #23935......$9500 Case 8465 round baler....................$5000 New Holland 166 inverter. #23933..$4500 New Holland wing up rake. #23949.......... ............................................... $2500 (L) Sitrex 6-wheel rake. #23950...... $2500 (L) Sitrex RP3 rake. #23939...................$700 New Holland 1032 balewagon. #23934.... .....................................................$7000 Ezee Haul 7-bale trailer. #23962.....$4800 Buhler 1500 7-bale retriever... $14,950 (L) Spra-Coupe 4640, 60-ft. booms... $29,500 Bourgault 950 sprayer, 100-ft. boom, 1000 gallon tank...................................$8000 Flexi-Coil 67XL sprayer, 1500 gallon tank, 120-ft. booms...............................$8000 Case 800 70-ft. x 12” spacing air drill........ ..................................................$80,000 John Deere 777 40-ft. air seeder....$4000 International 510 drill. #23937........$3900 Aerway 19-ft. harrow. #6928............$1200 Liquid fertilizer cart.......................$14,200 Quicke 660 loader - grapple............$5000

406-727-7153

4181 North Park Trail Great Falls, MT

4181 North Park Trail - Great Falls

www.hovenequipment.com

406-538-3919 Lewistown, MT

##### Before pencil erasers were invented, a common way to get rid of pencil markings was with a rolled up piece of white bread! ##### Teachers resisted erasers when they were first invented because they thought they’d encourage kids to make mistakes.

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POLYURETHANE FOAM INSULATION Are your calving barns cold and drafty???

WE CAN HELP!!

Homes, barns, quonsets, shops, etc. LeRoy Hanson Doug Morgan (406) 590-2874 (406) 590-8336 Choteau, Montana Choteau, Montana

Olivia Bradley brought a 284 pound blue ribbon hog to the Marias Fair for her show debut. Photo by Kari Lewis.

Washakie County extension educator recognized for excellence

By University of Wyoming Extension A Washakie County University of Wyoming (UW) Extension educator has received an Achievement Award from the National Association of County Agricultural Agents. Caitlin Youngquist was recognized during the group’s national conference July 29-August 2 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Educators with less than 10 years’ experience in extension are eligible for the award, which recognizes excellence. Youngquist joined UW Extension in 2014. Youngquist, an agriculture and horticulture educator, is based in Washakie County but also serves Big Horn, Fremont, Hot Springs and Park counties and the Wind River Indian Reservation. The NACAA is focused toward extension educators and other professionals who work in agriculture, horticulture, forestry and natural resources, 4-H youth development, community development, administration, aquaculture and Sea Grant and related disciplines.

Arched Truss & Lumber Packages 50’x96’x14’ ~ $19,675 60’x120’x16’ ~ $29,500 60’x144’x16’ ~ $35,875

4110 Neibauer Road Billings, MT *Dealer and Contractor Inquiries Welcome

800-829-5531 • www.aldrichlumber.com We Buy, Sell, and Rent Equipment, Trucks, and Trailers Call us: 406-868-5977 Simms, MT

www.northstarequipment.biz John Myers 406-546-1743

Lloyd Walker

(406) 868-5977 2000 Freightliner Classic XL 500 hp Detroit, 18 speed, 280” wheelbase, flattop sleeper, ELD exempt.................$29,500

2009 Cat 257B skid steer, enclosed cab, heat, air conditioning, 2700 hours....$27,500

1999 Freightliner Classic day cab, CAT 3406E, 13 speed, wet kit, new 24.5 tires, motor history..............$29,500

1997 Gerrys T/A Jeep, air ride, nice shape.........$15,000 1980 Ford F150 straight 6, 2WD..............................$1100

Degelman rock picker..$1850

2011 Western RTAC ag hoppers, 29-ft. lead, 25-ft. pup ..... ..................................$57,500

1999 Kenworth T800 log truck, N14 Cummins, 15 speed, WB suspension........... ...............$27,500 as log truck ............ $25,000 as bare truck

Case 2015 pickup header, fits Case 2388 series combines, little use .......................$4500

2006 Arnes T/A belly dump, air ride.......................$22,500

2001 Liddell 2-2-2 lowboy, self-contained, 27-ft. well with 23-ft. beam insert............................................................................$CALL

Mack manure truck for Rent! . ....................... Call for prices

2012 Gehl Z35 mini excavator, hydraulic/thumb, 1500 hours..........................$29,500

2011 John Deere 135D 6000 hours, auxiliary hydraulics, very nice machine.....$59,500

2006 Bobcat 331E excavator, cab with heat, air conditioning, Extend-A-Hoe, 2 buckets........ ..................................$24,500

2003 John Deere 270C LC excavator, 9000 hours, coupler, auxiliary hydraulics.....$47,500

2001 Lode King 53-ft. step deck, sliding axle..................... $17,500 2014 Dakota 3 axle belly dump..........................$26,900

WARRANTY AVAILABLE ON SELECT UNITS CALL FOR DETAILS

2004 Load King 70 ton lowboy, 3-3-2 set up, 9-ft. wide.... $140,000

• NOW OFFERING FREE DELIVERY •

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Say you saw it in the Trader’s Dispatch

HAY FOR SALE

2nd & 3rd cutting Premium Alfalfa hay in round bales. Asking......$120/ton Hauling available.

406-289-0230 - Choteau, MT

low boy service

40-ton RGN trailer for hire to transport combines, tractors, sprayers, floaters, construction equipment, etc. Within Montana & surrounding states. We also have 48-ft. step deck trailers available. Insured & experienced. Call Roger or Larry at Roger Rader Inc., Sun River, MT 406-264-5475 (MC# 170263 US DOT# 128029)

WE STILL HAUL LIVESTOCK! Give us a call! Tim 406-788-3580 Jaren 406-450-1692 Justin 406-450-7633

Folks are heading west... Best hurry up!

• “East” Ranch - 356 acres, 255 irrigated, 8 tower pivot, house, corrals, sheds, quonset • “Home Place” Ranch - 861 acres, 742 irrigated, main house + 2 rentals, 6 pivots • “Williams” Ranch - 220 acres, 212 irrigated, 3 pivots, great production, home & outbuildings • Fox Rd Ranch - 350 acres, 243 irrigated, 2 pivots, 2 wheel lines, no buildings

(406) 890-2117

www.daveheine.com

Lane Lerum’s 1415 pound steer earned a purple ribbon in the Market Beef division and was named the Top Angus Influenced steer and Overall Angus steer as well. Lerum pickup up an extra $100 in prize money from Bobcat Angus. Photo by Kari Lewis.

Now that’s rural: Rosanna Bauman, Bauman’s Cedar Valley Farms By K-State Research and Extension News

The farmers in Uganda are meeting to discuss farm issues. The person with whom they are meeting is a young woman from a farm family halfway around the globe in rural Kansas. Like them, she and her family are working to promote local foods and local farmers. Rosanna Bauman is the young woman meeting with Uganda farmers. Rosanna and her family own Bauman’s Cedar Valley Farms and related agribusinesses in Anderson County, Kansas. Rosanna’s dad’s family came to Kansas in the 1960s. At a church gathering, he met the woman who he ultimately married. In 2001, they bought 160 acres and moved to the farm. They had six children of whom four were boys and two were girls, Rosanna being the oldest daughter. “We are members of the Old German Baptist Brethren,” Rosanna said. “It’s our faith that has driven our desire to work together.” The parents and children joined in to operate the farm from scratch. “We had the handicap – and the blessing – of not being able to say, ‘this is the way we’ve always done it,’” Rosanna said. They were also working with limited acreage. “We saw large farms that were having a hard time financially, so we knew we needed to do things differently,” Rosanna said. “Organic farming and direct marketing were alternative ways that could maximize income.” Each family member pitched in and eventually took responsibility for different elements of the operation as it grew and diversified. Over time, the Baumans rented ground, grew crops and livestock, and developed related processing and services. Today they farm 1,000 acres of non-GMO crops and raise cattle, sheep and poultry. “We take the approach that we shouldn’t gripe that something isn’t being done if it’s within our capacity to do it,” Rosanna said. This led them to start several related businesses. They also work with neighboring farms. “Everything we do has a neighbor component,” she said. In addition to the home place, Cedar Valley Farms, they now have ANCO Processing (for poultry), Bauman’s Butcher Block in Ottawa, Bauman’s Farm Feeds, Bauman Brothers Custom Ag Services, and Bauman Pet Products which uses animal byproducts for pet food. Other than the butcher shop

with its retail outlet in Ottawa, all these businesses are based on the family farm. Bauman’s Cedar Valley Farms is located near Cedar Valley Reservoir in a rural setting between the towns of Garnett, population 3,264, and Westphalia, population 163 people. Now, that’s rural. The Baumans deliver their self-processed non-GMO feed to feed stores in eastern Kansas. They also aggregate grains with neighbors. Their custom planting, spraying, harvesting and trucking business has grown to cover 30,000 acres. In addition to the butcher shop in Ottawa and sales on the farm, their meat products are sold through a mobile meat market which goes to farmer’s markets. “We were brainstorming about how to sell our meat and poultry but carrying a bunch of ice chests to lots of farmer’s markets wasn’t practical,” Rosanna said. “So, we got a 20-foot enclosed trailer where we can display our vacuum packaged meats behind glass-doored freezers, and people can walk through and pick what they want,” she said. Baumans’ custom-made brats and burgers are a specialty. “We like to be face to face with our customers,” Rosanna said. They also belong to the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s “From the Land of Kansas” program. In 2017, USDA Rural Development awarded a grant which supported the work of K-State’s Heather Morgan to support the growth and development of local foods in southeast Kansas. Heather points to the Bauman family businesses as examples of local food production and entrepreneurship which could be emulated and encouraged. Two years ago, Rosanna went to an international rural conference and connected with a woman from Uganda. That has led to international exchanges about agriculture. “We believe our small family farm in Kansas can have an impact in the state, nationally, and internationally,” Rosanna said. It’s time to leave this farm gathering in Uganda. We salute Rosanna Bauman and all the Bauman family for making a difference in agriculture, in Kansas and around the world. Audio and text files of Kansas Profiles are available at http://www.kansasprofile. com. For more information about the Huck Boyd Institute, interested persons can visit http://www.huckboydinstitute.org.

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The deadline for advertising for the October issue of the Trader's Dispatch will be September 26th.

Fort Benton Realty, LLP

1426 Front Street

Fort Benton, Montana 59442

Land For Sale - 1,275 acres in 2 Parcels: 1st parcel consists of 160 acres with 139 acres of dry cropland located E of Harlem, W of Malta, and just on east side of the town of Savoy. The 2nd parcel consists of approximately 1,115 acres with 1,024 acres of dry cropland and 2 metal grain bins located about 10 miles N of the town of Savoy. Land is priced at $900/acre. Immediate possession is possible. Buy one or both parcels. Call Broker - Shane Ophus at 406-788-6662 or Broker - Mark Pyrak at 406-788-9280 at Fort Benton Realty LLP for details.

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Side toolboxes 30” Lx17” H x 12” D standard size of 12 ga. steel with stainless steel hinges and latch.

the Krogmann Carry-All

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September, 2018 will be...Happy Cat Month

They’re fuzzy, they’re adorable, they had a check-up in the last 6 months, it’s time invade our lives and take complete comto get one scheduled. Happy Cat Month mand of it and we are their willing slaves. is also a great Of course we’re talking about that most opportunity to amazing house pet, the cat. These animals take some time have lived alongside humans for almost as pouring over long as dogs, and have served purposes as what you’re important. From companionship to pest confeeding your trol, they’ve been a wonderful addition to cat and makour lives, and Happy Cat Month celebrates ing sure the all they’ve done, and reminds us of what we ingredients are should do to make sure we have a happy cat. wholesome and not just filler, and then History of Happy Cat Month spending some quality time with your furry Happy Cat Month is brought to us by the friend. Remember, cats love to play and CATalyst Council to help spread education love human attention as much as any pet, and awareness about the health, welfare, so spend Happy Cat Month building a new and importance of companion cats. There’s relationship and new habits with our feline a misconception that cats are incredibly selfoverlords! reliant, and just don’t need the kind of molly-coddling you find with dogs. The truth IRRIGATED BARLEY STRAW FOR SALE is that cats are incredibly Large round bales.............................. $45/ton social animals, and they rePhone Fairfield, MT (406) 590-1584 or 590-2462 quire the same level of care and attention that we lavish on our dogs. But the current idea of what a cat is causing a problem where cats WANT TO BUY aren’t as enriched, loved, Combination Omaho Standard or Knapheid grain and and taken care of health wise stock racks. Will consider the right grain truck as well as is needed. Call 307-389-6645 How to celebrate Happy Cat Month Think about the last time you took your cat to the vet. COMBINE & AIR DRILL FOR SALE When did it happen? Has it been a month? 3? A year? 1988 Case IH 1660 277 combine, 25-ft. header, new tires, well maintained, field ready, 3690 hours................ $6500 Almost certainly it’s been Concord 4012-3 40-ft. air drill, large AS-2000 cart... $6000 too long, if your cat hasn’t Christensen Farms, Inc., (406) 450-1133, Conrad, MT

Equitation

The term equitation refers to the position of the rider (unity and effectiveness of all body parts). Centuries ago, classic schools of equitation were started in European countries by royal decree. The Royal Riding School in Spain and the Spanish Riding School in Vienna are two such equitation schools that focused on riding as a highly specialized art and science. Today, riders have their form (equitation) judged in equitation competitions. Equitation classes are held for individual seats (hunt seat, saddle seat, stock seat, and dressage seat). It is correct to say, “Focus on your equitation.” It is considered tacky or slang to tell a rider to “equitate.” Most riding styles (western hunt, saddle seat, and dressage) consider good equitation to involve proper posture, with a straight line going from the rider’s head to the hip and to the heel. ##### Muscle cramp? Drink some pickle juice. The sodium and acetic acid will help your body make more acetylcholine, which eases muscles. ##### More than 1000 new dairy products are introduced each year.

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

1995 Concord 4012 40-ft. air drill 12” spacing with 3400 cart, new monitor and electrical, 5” carbine tips. Good condition............................................................... $23,000 1998 Chevrolet C30 1-ton, 4-wheel drive, 454 engine, 4-speed manual transmission, 8-ft. Morrison service body, 200 gallon aluminum fuel tank with electric fuel pump, 157,500 miles. Recent work done. Nice shape........ $5000 2011 Wheatheart 10” hydraulic drive-over pit auger. Excellent condition........................................................... $5500 Phone (406) 397-3333, Hingham, Montana

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NEW Loewen press wheel Recappers for drills Loewen Recappers offer a full cover, total wearing surface for worn, damaged or new press wheels. Pre-formed to original DEM contour, the two piece recappers fit easily over the wheels. Installation requires spot welding, with no need to remove the wheels. Made with 7 gauge steel.

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CASCADE MACHINE & SUPPLY 401 4th Avenue South • Great Falls, MT 59405 406-453-8100 FAX: 406-453-1127 www.cascademachineco.com

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STORAGE CONTAINERS 20 and 40-ft. – For rent or sale Delivery anywhere in Montana

Call (406) 460-1142, Dupuyer, MT

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is the result of more than 40 years of industry experience and modern engineering.

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Hadley and RJ Barbie of Glacier County were the Grand and Reserve Champions in Dog Showmanship at the Marias Fair. Hadley had helped put on dog showmanship clinics for other 4-Hers this spring as well. Photo by Mandi Henderson.

The only truly-modern, truck-mounted commercial manure and compost spreader.

Better Engineered & Built

Spanish buzz cuts

P.R.E. Spanish horses (Pura Raza Espanola) have special haircuts with the purpose of showing off conformation, and identifying genders and ages. Colts and fillies under two years of age have their manes, forelocks, and tails completely clipped off. Two-year-old fillies maintain the clipped, short manes, but may grow tail hair starting about 10 inches down the shaved tailbone. Two-year-old colts start growing out their manes and tails. Females three years of age and older keep the clipped, short manes, but may grow longer tail hair below the 8-10 inches of shaved tailbone. Males continue to grow long, luxurious manes and tails for the rest of their lives.

Kick-Out Beaters An improved design for reduced downtime and expense

For ease of operation and improved longevity

970-542-0640 Bruce Mohrlang 18990 CR 29 Brush, Colorado

bmohrlang@spreaderz.com

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Rally Edition, 5.3L 8 cylinder.. .......................................... Call

2017 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3L 8 cylinder, 45 miles...............$44,935 2016 Buick Enclave, 3.6L 6 cylinder, 36,000 miles...............$29,900

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT All Star Edition, 5.3L 8 cylinder..................................... Call

2015 Chevrolet Equinox LS, 2.4L 4 cylinder, 79,000 miles.$16,900

2016 GMC Acadia SLT, 3.6L 6 cylinder, 33,000 miles........$31,900

2014 Jeep Cherokee Latitude, 3.2L 6 cylinder, 142,000 miles......... .......................................$9996

2014 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3L V8, 88,000 miles...............$27,395

2017 GMC Terrain SLE, 3.6L 6 cylinder, 68 miles...............$33,995

2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 1.5L 4 cylinder..................................... Call 2013 Ford Edge Limited, 3.5L 6 cylinder, 87,000 miles......$15,900

2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer LS, 4.2L V6, 146,000 miles..........$6900

2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT, 5.3L V8, 59,000 miles.$28,540

2015 Chevrolet Suburban LT, 5.3L V8, 64,000 miles.......... $38,995 2013 Chevrolet Traverse LT, 3.6L V6, 97,000 miles.........$14,995

TAKE ONE FOR A TEST DRIVE TODAY!!

2006 Dodge Durango SLT, 4.7L V8, 125,000 miles................$5990

POSITION OPENING

SALES • SERVICE • PARTS

Call 406-278-7575 for more information

406-278-7575 – Toll Free 1-800-368-7575

2017 Chevrolet Cruze LS, 1.4L 4 cylinder, turbo, 1000 miles....... ....................................$15,915

Now hiring - A Service Technician

www.vanmotors.com

Smart Hydraulic System

PHONE

2013 GMC Sierra 2500HD SLT, 6.6L 8 cylinder, 108,000 miles......... 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD ..................................... Just In LTZ, 6.6L 8 cylinder.......... Call

2010 Ford Expedition EL King Ranch, 5.4L 8 cylinder, 176,000 miles................$9629

To raise the industry standard. • Load-Sensing Hydraulics • Floors and chains that are built tough enough to stand the test of time. • Parts and service you can depend on

Chevrolet • Buick • GMC

502 N. MAIN CONRAD, MT

EVENINGS CALL: Bill VandenBos (406) 576-1230 • Ryan VanDyke (406) 788-7546 EMAIL: vanmotorsinc@yahoo.com

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New Holland Equipment

™

New Holland Round Balers

New Holland Swathers

IN STOCK County “Lease Returns”

New Holland Guardian Sprayer

2015 New Holland T7.210 165 hp, 210 hours, 18 speed full powershift, 3-pt., 540/1000 PTO’s, 42” tires, loaded with loader and grapple.....................................................CALL!

New Holland Combines

New Holland T9.645 Quad Tractor

New Holland T-9 Series Tractors

New Holland Compact Tractors

Boomer #24 MFD, 24 hp. diesel, 540 PTO, 3-pt. hitch, hydro transmission with loader....CALL! Workmaster #33 MFD, 33 hp diesel, 540 PTO, 12x12 shuttle transmission with loader...CALL! Workmaster #40 MFD, 40 hp disel, 540 PTO, 3-pt. hitch, single rear hydraulic, 12x12 shuttle transmission with loader.................................................................................................CALL!

Zerbe Bros.

406-228-4311

Glasgow, Montana

©2016 CNH Industrial America LLC. All rights reserved. New Holland is a trademark registered in the United States and many other countries, owned by or licensed to CNH Industrial N.V., its subsidaries or affiliates.

USED PULL TYPE & SUSPENDED BOOM SPRAYERS

2013 Case IH 160 100-ft. suspended booom, windscreens, 480/80R38 tires, Trimble 750 controller w/Field IQ, 1600 gallon. #USCA02...............................................................................................................$39,000 1998 Flexi-Coil System 67XLT twin tank, 130-ft., foam marker, hydraulic unfold, air inductor tips. #USF139.. ............................................................................................................................................................$5500 2004 New Holland SF115 134-ft., 1500 gallon wheel boom, 18.4x26 tires, HMIC pump, FlexControl, dual nozzles, windscreen. #USNH00.......................................................................................................$20,000

USED ROUND BALERS

1999 Hesston 856T 5x6 bales, 75” wide pickup, bale kicker. #UHHS43..................................... $11,500 1994 Vermeer 605K round baler, 1000 PTO. #UHVM33.................................................. $5500

USED BALE MOVERS

USED AIR DRILLS

2003 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft., 9” spacing, 550 lb trips, 31/2” steel packers, single shoot with steath bodies, 3450 tow between air cart, dual fan, variable drive, 30.5x32 tires. #UDF254..........................$65,000 1999 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft., 12” spacing, double shoot, 4” VW spread, Goose shooter, 2340 tow between, variable rate drive, 5.5” rubber packers. #UDF244................................................$50,000 Flexi-Coil 5000 57-ft., 9” spacing, 550# trips, stealth bodies, 2320 tow between cart. #UDF237.$35,000

2015 New Holland P2060 hoe drill, 10” spacing, 3M rubber packers, 550 lb. trips, double shoot, Dutch Openers, P1060 tow between 430 bushel cart.... ................................................................. Just In New Holland SD550 60-ft. folding drill, 12” spacing, 5.90 x15 Concord packers, double shoot, variable rate with SC430 tow between tank, 430 bushel. #UDNH29................................................$69,000 2005 New Holland SD440 58-ft., 12” spacing, 550# trips, 51/2” rubber packers, 4350 tow between cart, double shoot. #UDNH25.........................$89,000

USED WINDROWERS

2012 Seed Hawk 8412 single side band, section control, full Intelligent AG blockage, 800 tow behind air cart, conveyor, 30.5 duals, bag lift....... Just In

2009 Morris Pro-Ag 4D4SR bale scoop. #UHPA01.. ..............................................$23,000.....$20,000

2015 Morris 1400 Hay Hiker carries 14 bales, side rails, auto bale turner. #UHM008............$18,500 New Holland 660 round baler with Bale Command, twine and net, standard pickup, 540 PTO. #UHN145................................................... $4000

www.zerbebrothers.com Email zerbesales@nemont.net

New Holland 1431 disc mower, 13-ft., rubber conditioners, 2 point swivel hitch, 1000 PTO. #UWN109..................................................$9500

2010 Seed Master 5012 5-sections, precision seeding, 50-ft., 12” spacing, double shoot carbide sideband openers, 400 bushel Ezee-On cart. #UDSM01.............................................$115,000

More Photos online at www.zerbebrothers.com

Zerbe Bros. “Setting The Standard”

1-800-228-5393 – 406-228-4311 SALES: Mike Guttenberg - Travis Volk

1950

68 Years

2018

Glasgow, MT

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USED COMBINES

USED SELF PROPELLED SPRAYERS

USED TRACTORS

2004 Gleaner R65 Cummins engine, 973 MacDon 36-ft. draper header with pickup reel and transport. #UCAG20...............................................$88,000 2017 Apache AS1220 Plus II 770 hours, 275 hp Cummins, 100-ft. boom, 1200 gallon tank, 380/90R46 duals, deluxe cab, premium seat, AutoBoom, AccuBoom, AutoSteer, Viper 4 monitor with varitarget nozzles........................................... Just In 2010 Apache AS1010 1700 hours, 215 hp Cummins diesel, 100-ft. boom, 1000 gallon tank, Viper Pro, AutoBoom, AccuBoom, AutoSteer, 650/70R38, semi-float tires.......................................... Just In

2015 Case IH 580 QuadTrac high output hydraulics, 6 remotes, Autosteer, 36” tracks, luxury cab, 1050 hours. #UTCA90...................................$340,000 2014 New Holland T6.165 825 hours, 18.4R42 tires, 540/1000 PTO, 3 pt hitch, w/New Holland 845TL front end loader, bucket & grapple #UTN119.........Just In 2016 New Holland T6.165 667 hours, 16x16 AutoShift, 540/1000 PTO, 3 pt. hitch, w/New Holland 835 TL loader, bucket & grapple. #UTN118.............Just In

USED HEADERS

1992 Gleaner R72 8.3 Cummins conversion, 260 hp, 600 hours on new engine, 2667 seperator hours. ................................................................$19,000

2008 Apache AS1010 1880 hours, 100-ft. boom, 1000 gallon tank, Envisio Pro monitor, Auto steer, AutoBoom, 215 hp Cummins diesel. #USAP30... ..............................................................$110,000

2013 Case IH 2152 (MacDon) 45-ft. draper header, double knife, transport package, cross auger. #UHCA20................................................$49,000 2007 Honey Bee 94C 40-ft. draper header, pickup reel, CR New Holland adapter with gauge wheels and transport. #UCNH87........................$19,000 2007 Honey Bee 94C 40-ft. draper header, pickup reel, CR New Holland adapter with gauge wheels and transport. #UCNH88........................$19,000 2011 MacDon FD70 40-ft. flex header, cross auger, trailer package, doube knife, finger reel, CNH adaptor...................................................$55,000 2005 MacDon 973 39-ft. draper transport package, upper cross auger, finger reel, gauge wheels, JD adaptor. #UCM044..................................$19,000 New Holland 94C 42-ft. draper header, finger reel and transport with cross augers, fits NHCR. #UCNH93................................................$10,500 Horst header trailer, wagon style, low profile tires. #UCHR00...................................................$2900

USED SKID STEERS

2013 New Holland SP240FXP Guardian front boom, 275 hp Cummins, 100 ft., 1200 gallon tank, deluxe cab, 985 hours, Auto Steer/Auto Boom/Accu Boom. #USNH62...................................$219,000

2005 New Holland CR960 Class 7, deluxe cab, 17” rotors, 900/60R32, front tires, 600/28 rears, #UCNH91...............................................$69,000 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......$25,000

Hay Hikers

CONSIGNMENTS

1951 Allis-Chalmers WD tractor, 540 PTO with loader.........................................................$2500 2006 Massey Ferguson 1533 compact tractor, 33 hp diesel, Power Shuttle, 93 hours, cab, heat and air conditioning, front end loader/bucket, 7-ft. rear blade.......................................................$18,000

2002 Versatile/Buhler 2210 MFD tractor, 5135 hours, 210 PTO hp, 3 pt. hitch, 1000 PTO, duals, Allied 2895 loader with bucket & grapple..........$65,000 2006 Freightliner 425 hp, Cat diesel, 13 speed transmission, Columbia series................$18,000 2008 Ford F350 service pickup, 4x4, 113,000 miles, diesel, tool racks, 120 gallon fuel tank, welder & generator................................................$18,500 1987 GMC L10 truck, Cummins diesel, 280 hp, 13 speed transmission, 3 axles w/lift, box & hoist, remote control.........................................$15,000 Friggstad 600 plow, tool bar, 44-ft. 5-section, 1 1/4” shanks w/harrow........................................$7000 Harrell 3606 6 bottom switch plow, 3 pt. mount........ ...................................................................$5500 Melroe 1000 plow, 29-ft. 13-18” bottoms.........$6500 John Deere “R” manure spreader, ground drive...... .....................................................................$850 Nutri-Placer 5252 40-ft. liquid fertilizer applicator with carbide points.............................................$6000 2006 New Holland SF115 90-ft. suspended boom sprayer, 1500 gallon, SP655 auto rate....$20,000 2004 New Holland SF115 134-ft. sprayer, 1500 gallon, 18.4x26 tires, HMIC pump, Flexi-Control Auto Rate, dual nozzles, windscreens.............$12,000 Flexi-Coli S67 XLT 104-ft. wheel boom sprayer..$3000 2008 Case IH ATX700 70-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, 550 lb trips, 5.5” rubber packers, single shoot, Stealth body with 4” Dutch spread tip, all run blockage, ADX3430 tow behind air cart, 430 bushel, duals, variable rate drive...................................$66,000 2009 New Holland 88C flex draper header, 36-ft., upper cross auger, transport, finger reel..$25,000

2013 New Holland L230 360 hours, 3000 lb. lift capacity, 2 speed drive, mechanical controls, cab with heat and air conditioning, suspension seat, hydraulic coupler, 14x17.5 large tires...... $41,000

2002 John Deere 9650STS combine, 2925 separator hours, 800/65R32 tires, chopper with 9360 header....................................................$82,000

IN STOCK

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1400 Hay Hiker

900 Hay Hiker

Fast, efficient large round bale picking and hauling. Simple, cost-effective round bale handling system designed to quickly and efficiently move large round bales from field to storage. The 900 Hay Hiker can handle 8 or 12 bales and the 1400 Hay Hiker can handle 12, 14 or 18 bales. The ProAg Hay Hiker delivers superior performance and value.

Zerbe Bros. Glasgow, MT 406-228-4311

Demco 750 120” axle, 30.5x38 tires, scale kit with roll tarp, small 1000 PTO.............................. $22,000

2009 Chevrolet Suburban LT 4WD, leather, sunroof, 115,000 miles, 1/2 third seat..................$13,900 2008 Fisher Liberty 240 Pontoon 26-ft., two front chairs, new seats, large bimini top, lots of room and storage, 60 hp Big Foot 4-stroke engine, new tires on 2000 trailer................................$15,900

Call Curt Ross at (406) 228-4311

Call or stop by and see us for all your equipment needs!

Zerbe Bros.

www.zerbebrothers.com

Glasgow, Montana 406-228-4311 TOLL FREE 1-800-228-5393

Email zerbesales@nemont.net SALES Mike Guttenberg Travis Volk

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1995 GMC TopKick Fuel Truck

$20,000

Call Cory at 406-432-2321 for more information on these trucks! UTV Field Boss • Low profile UV stabilized fully drainable tank with easy access lid •Multi-control regulator mounted on swinging arm, easy access from seat • Reinforced boom with complete nozzle protection & return breakaway system • And More!

ATV Skid Sprayers

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Available in 50- and 100-gallon. Booms or boomless. 7 gallon/minute electric pump or 4 hp. Honda gas engine. Adjustable Swing-Away control arm. Master shut-off. Left/ right shut-off valves at booms. Liquid-filled gauge. Pressure regulator. TeeJet components. Full drain tank.

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State expert on suicide prevention in Conrad, MT

When something tragic happens, we often want to know a simple answer for why it occurred. When someone takes their life by suicide, we often want a single answer that explains how the person made that fatal choice. The reality is much more complicated than a single simple answer. All of our lives have been touched by suicide. Whether it is hearing about another celebrity death or watching people walk quietly by the casket of a friend of family member who took their own lives...the touch of suicide is a burning brand that never fully heals or vanishes. The closer we are to the person, the more intense and painful the searing ache. Suicide rates have been rising in nearly every state, according to the latest report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 6-7-2018). In 2016, nearly 45,000 Americans age 10 or older died by suicide. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death, nationwide. The most recent overall suicide rates range from 6.9 per 100,000 residents per year in Washington, D.C. to 29.2 per 100,000 residents in Montana. Did you catch that last statistic? Yes, Montana leads the nation in the most death by suicide. We have been in the top ten states for deaths by suicide for more than a decade. There are many known contributing factors and many that researches are actively trying to determine. At the end of the day we know that the desperation that leads someone to end their lives is about pain. Pain that someone believes is unbearable and unending. You might be close to that crisis yourself or you might suspect that a loved one or co-worker is nearing this kind of dangerous place. For every person who dies by suicide there are 25 people who have attempted suicide and did not die. In many cases, they lived because someone who cared about them intervened or the person making the suicide attempt asked for help. If you are contemplating ending your life it is vital that you know that there is hope and you are not alone. Tell a trusted friend or family member that you feel so deeply sad or alone or desperate. Call a helpline, call 911, go to your local hospital ER. The key for survival is to get more people involved. Supportive people will be able give you perspective and help you remember the beautiful and simple things that truly are worth living for. If someone comes to you asking for help, know that they trust you enough to let you into a part of their hearts that is deep and painful. Thinking about suicide is not about weakness, it is about pain and feeling like you are unable to get out from underneath the weight of a crushing load. If someone comes to you, they are asking you to put your shoulder under the weight and give them room to breathe. They know you can’t solve it but you can be with them in it, and that gift may very well be the difference between life and death. Never be afraid to simply ask the question: “Are you thinking about killing yourself?” You will not be putting the thought into their head; you will be giving them permission to talk about something that has run through their minds a thousand times. Asking that question can be a hard thing to do, and yet it is an amazingly caring thing to do. One thing that makes it easier to ask a vital question like that is to become better informed about suicide. We have a remarkable opportunity to learn about suicide from the Montana expert on suicide prevention - Karl Rosston will be speaking on the topic of “Suicide in Montana: Facts, Figures, and Formulas for Prevention.” The presentation is FREE to the public and will be held at the Conrad High School auditorium at 6:30 pm, Wednesday, September 12th. It is the hope of the Pondera County Mental Health Advisory Board that we will fill the auditorium so that as many people as possible can be equipped to stem the tide of this state-wide crisis. Please invite your friends and neighbors to this vital community event. If you are having thoughts about wanting to harm yourself please contact a support person and ask for help: by phoneNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 or online - suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ or Text: HOME to 741741. To get more information about the event on September 12th, please email Steve Baliko at stevebaliko@protonmail. com. ##### Bacon is not only one of the most widely loved meats but also one of the oldest. Around 1500 B.C., pork bellies were being salted and preserved in China.

Better Breakfast Day

Day celebrated: September 25th Breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day. It provides your body with the energy that keeps it going throughout the day, and that initial burst of energy that gets you up and out the door. Better Breakfast Day reminds us that if breakfast is good, a solidly balanced, healthy breakfast is just plain better! History of Better Breakfast Day Breakfast has always been an essential part of our diet, and has been seen as important throughout history. Recently in an attempt to make breakfast easy in a fast paced world, we’ve taken steps to reduce the time needed to prepare it. Unfortunately, this has also led to a marked decline in the quality of our breakfasts, with most choices reduced to high amounts of grain based carbohydrates drenched in sugar. Better Breakfast Day was established to remind us that just because any breakfast is better than no breakfast, that doesn’t mean we should skimp on what we put in our bodies at the start of the day. Rich eggs, solid protein from meat, and a reasonable portion of grains (Bread or oatmeal, for instance) will help us keep motivated. Recent research has shown that not having breakfast before school can lead to problems learning and focusing throughout the day. This just goes to show that it’s even more important to make sure that our kids leave the house with a solid healthy breakfast under their belt. How to Celebrate Better Breakfast Day Start your celebration of Better Breakfast Day by judging your breakfast quality. Do you simply have a piece of toast with butter? A bowl of breakfast cereal? Or the tasty but incredibly bad for you Pop-Tart? It might be time to start changing up what you have for breakfast! Try to ensure that you get some healthy fruit in with your breakfast, alongside a nice piece of toast and some slices of bacon or pieces of sausage. Giving your body a balanced start to the day is essential, and Better Breakfast Day is your chance to start making healthy breakfast a habit!

2017 Ford F150 Super Duty

Burgundy exterior, black leather seats, heated seats, keyless entry, 14872.8 miles

4 Agri-Pro Clearfield

• 23/8” and 27/8” pipe • 3/4”, 7/8”, 1” rods Very competitive prices

Phone Brady at 406-480-2979, Glendive, Montana

2013 Ford F150

COURTESY PRICE: $26,999

2014 Ford F150 Raptor

Tan exterior, black leather seats, backup camera, 85,358 miles

COURTESY PRICE: $12,495

Delivery Available

Other sizes available upon request

Silver exterior, heated/cooled leather seats, remote start, dual zone climate control, 58,630 miles

2008 Ford F150

4 Willow Creek forage winter wheat

Selling good quality used production tubing and sucker rods

COURTESY PRICE: $46,995

Mahogany exterior, gold floor boards, tan leather captains chairs, King Ranch package, 181,517 miles

4 Agri-Pro Clearstone

Larry: 701-770-2500 or Jason: 701-770-0926, Signalness Farms, Watford City, ND

2016 Ford F150 Super Duty

2014 Ford F150 Super Crew COURTESY PRICE: $30,999

WINTER WHEAT SEED FOR SALE

Black exterior, black heated/cooled leather seats, remote keyless entry, 10,535 miles

COURTESY PRICE: $38,999

White platinum metallic, Adobe leather trim interior, moon roof, remote start, 49,321 miles

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COURTESY PRICE: $37,995

2016 Ford Super Duty

Red exterior, black leather seats, heated seats, backup camera, 41,443 miles

COURTESY PRICE: $46,495

2010 Ford F150 Extended Cab

Oxford white exterior, Stone cloth interior, 4x4, 153,650 miles

COURTESY PRICE: $10,395

2016 Ford F350

White platinum exterior, keyless entry, trailer tow package, 56,380 miles

COURTESY PRICE: $49,195

2016 Ford Super Duty

Magnetic exterior, gray leather seats, backup camera, 62,234 miles.

COURTESY PRICE: $42,495

2016 Ford F150

Ruby red exterior, push button start, heated/ cooled driver/passenger seats, 22,526 miles

COURTESY PRICE: $41,695

2006 Ford Expedition XLT

Silver exterior, stone gray cloth interior, multi-function remote keyless entry, 155,234 miles

COURTESY PRICE: $4995

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Your Largest PJ Trailer Dealer In Montana

Equipment Connection, LLC 406-892-3915

346 Sunrise Creek Loop; on Hwy 2 West, PO Box 958 Columbia Falls, MT 59912 email: sales@equipment4u.net

Largest Inventory, Best Prices, Financing & Delivery Available

534 Business Hub Drive, Belgrade, MT 59714 email: ecbelgrade@gmail.com

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Check out our Great Selection of Dump Trailers! $8250

PJ Utility Trailers

PJ Gooseneck Trailers

2018 PJ 16-ft. x 83” 3 axle dump trailer (3) 7000 lb. axles, scissor hoist, bumper pull.

$9850

$16,100 $4450

2018 PJ 16-ft. x 83” landscape trailer 3500# GVW, 4-ft. expanded metal sideboards, front landscape box, rear ramp gate, spare tire. Also available: 14-ft, single axle.......$3350

2018 PJ 34-ft. gooseneck with hydraulic tail trailer 32-ft. deck, 10-ft. hydraulic beavertail, (2) 12,000# axles.

2018 PJ 18-ft. channel utility trailer heavy duty rear ramp, sides, spare wheel and tire, (2) 3500 lb axles. Also available: 16-ft......$3450 20-ft......$3750

Largest PJ Trailer Dealer in Montana

$10,300

2018 PJ 25-ft. gooseneck trailer 20-ft. deck, 5-ft. beavertail with monster ramps, tandem 7000# axles, 16” rubber.

2018 PJ 20-ft. Gooseneck Trailer (2) 7000# axles, straight deck slide-in rear ramps, spare tire.

PJ Tilt Trailers

2018 PJ 5 x 10-ft. tandem axle dump trailer (2) 5200# axles, tarp.

PJ Deckover Trailers

PJ Car Haulers & Equipment Trailers

$7800

2018 PJ 22-ft. Deckover Tilt Trailer 22-ft. deck, 8’6” wide, (2) 7000# axles, power up/ down hoist, 16” rubber, winch plate. Also available: 24-ft.

$3800

2018 Southland Dump Trailers Available: 10-ft......$5450 and 14-ft......$8250

PJ Roll-Offs 2018 PJ 14-ft. “Rollster” Roll-Off Dump Trailer Scissor hoist, 18,000 lb. Talon winch, (2) 7K axles. Eliminate job dumpster fees! In Stock: 14-ft. Bumper pull.....$8250 14-ft. Gooseneck.....$9400

$6850

2018 PJ 16-ft tilt trailer Full tilt deck, (2) 7000 lb. axles, radial rubber. TJ HR 22-ft. tilts......$9450

$6500

2018 PJ 22-ft. superwide trailer (2) 7000# axles, heavy duty drive-over fenders, 2-ft. tail, slide-in ramps, spare tire.

$5250 14-ft. x 83” “Rollster” Roll-Off Dump Bins 14-ft. long x 83” wide x 48” high, 10 gauge steel, tarp kit, rear barn doors. Leave one at each job site! $4150 each

2018 PJ 20-ft. x 8” heavy duty deckover trailer with Monster ramps 4-ft. tail, 14,000# GVW.

$6000 2018 PJ 22-ft. deckover trailer 19-ft. deck, 3-ft. beavertail with standup ramps, 14,000# GVW.

2018 PJ 20-ft. equipment trailer bumper pull, 14,000 lb. GVW, 18-ft. deck, 2-ft. beavertail with standup ramps.

$4300 2018 PJ 13-ft. equipment tilt trailer single 7000 lb. axle, 83” wide, radial tires, LED lights. Also available: 16-ft......$4450

$6300

$6500 2018 PJ 20-ft. tilt trailer 16-ft. tilt, 4-ft. stationary, 14,000# GVW, radial rubber. Also have: 16-ft. + 6-ft. stationary tilt.....$6600 Also available: 3-axle

$6650

2018 PJ 16-ft. x 83” bumper pull dump trailer (2) 7000# axles, scissor hoist, spare, tarp. Also available: Lo-Pro.....$9400

$8350

$6700

2018 PJ 22-ft. powered full tilt (2) 7000# axles, spare tire, winch plate.

2018 PJ 8-ft. x 60” single axle utility dump trailer (1) 5200# axle, 15” rubber.

$9000

2018 PJ 16-ft. carhauler trailer (2) 5200 lb axles, rear ramps, spare tire. Also available: 18-ft.....$4000 and 20-ft.....$4200

2018 PJ 22-ft (16+6) gooseneck tilt trailer (2) 7000# axles. Also available: 3 axle.....$9350

$7250

2018 PJ 14-ft.x96” deckover dump trailer fold-down sides, 14,000# GVW, 16” rubber. Also available: gooseneck.....$8850

$9200

$13,150

$8450

2018 PJ 8-ft. x 60” utility trailer rear ramp, spare tire, 15” rubber. Also available 10-ft.x60”.....$2200 10-ft.x77”....$2100

$8500

2018 PJ 16-ft.x10” I-Beam Deckover Dump Trailer fold-down sides, roll-over tarp, cold weather wiring, spare tire.

2018 PJ 10-ft x 77” Utility Trailer 4-ft. fold-up gate, 22” metal sides, pipe top. Also available: 12-ft. x 77”.....$2775

$2000

$8400

2018 PJ 16-ft.x83” XL dump trailer scissor hoist, 15,000 lb GVW, ramps, spare tire. Also available: 3 axle...$11,100

2018 PJ 30-ft. gooseneck with duals trailer (2) 12,000 lb axles, beavertail with monster ramps. Also available: 25-ft......$12,650 30-ft. lo-pro.....$13,400 34 ft.....$13,400 36-ft......$13,600

2018 PJ 28-ft. gooseneck tilt trailer 22-ft. tilt, 6-ft. front stationary, winch plate, (2) 7000 lb axles, spare. Also available: 24-ft......$9450

2018 PJ 14-ft. x 83” utility trailer rear ramp, 3500# axle, ATV ramps on front. Also available: 12-ft. x 77”.....$2250 12-ft. x 77” tandem axle....$4100 14-ft. tandem axle.....$3400

2018 PJ 14-ft. x 83” Lo-Pro high side dump trailer scissor hoist, tarp, (2) 7000# axles, spare tire. Also available: Lo-Pro.....$8800 16-ft.........$9700

$4000

2018 PJ 34-ft. gooseneck trailer powertail, (2) 12,000 lb axles, 2 speed jacks, fir deck. Also available: 30-ft.....$14,600

$2650

$2400

2018 PJ 12-ft. x 83” dump trailer (2) 7000# axles, scissor hoist, spare, tarp.

2018 PJ 14-ft. x 83” dump trailer tandem axle, 16” rubber, tarp. Also available: 14-ft. x 83” Lo-Pro dump trailer...$8700

$14,650

$3550

$9650

$10,100

$5800

2018 PJ 20-ft. heavy duty deckover flatbed trailer 14,000 GVW, rear ramps, spare tire. Also available 22-ft......$6000 And 24-ft.....$6200

PJ Flatbeds Starting at $2500

$5000 $5150

2018 PJ 20-ft. quick tilt trailer (2) 5200 lb axles, electric over hydraulic full tilt.

2018 PJ 20-ft. medium duty deckover flatbed trailer 10,000 lb GVW, rear ramps. Also available in 16-ft.

Large Selection of Steel & Aluminum Truck Beds

You can view our complete inventory on the web at: www.equipment4u.biz

Trade-ins welcome • Delivery Available • Best Prices

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Enclosed Trailers

SKID STEER ATTACHMENTS

$3995

$4750

Avalanche Snow Pusher 10-ft., lightly used, excellent condition.

$4750

$8600 2018 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. Also available: 8 x 22-ft.....$8300 8 x 24-ft......$8800

$3250

$850

Pallet Forks 48” heavy duty, quick attach

$500 ea.

$6700

$6200

Erskine 8-ft. Snow Pusher Erskine Tree Puller

$1695

$4550

Erskine 7-ft. Snow Light Material Blade hydraulic angle, bolt on cutting edge. Also available: 8-ft. $3450

Erskine Heavy Duty Brush Mower

Erskine Stump Bucket

Erskine Earth Auger

$2750

$2150

1996 Peterbilt 379 EXHD Dump Truck CAT 3406C, 500 hp engine, jakes, fresh documented overhaul, 15 speed transmission, AirTrac suspension, new 17-ft. Duraclass gravel box, 2 new steerable pusher axles, pintle hitch, new super single front tires, 75% Toyo drive tires, new paint, new front springs, new clutch, new seats, excellent truck!

Now your Globe Lowboy Trailers Dealer of Montana!

2018 Cargo Mate 6-ft.x12-ft. Single Axle Enclosed Trailer rear ramp door, side RV door, black/champagne color 2018 Cargo Mate 8-ft.x26-ft. Snowbird Trailer Tandem axle, 9800# GVWR, white in color!

2018 Kaufman 35-ton Low Boy detachable, spring ride, 22.5 rubber, front flip ramps, covered rear deck, front toolbox, outriggers, outside aluminum wheels.

$41,000 2018 Globe 55-ton Lowboy Trailer 9-ft. wide, non-ground bearing, detachable neck, 24-ft. well, powder coated, LED lights, covered rear wheels, air ride with rear lift axle, 22.5 rubber with aluminum outside wheels, front tool box, Honda gas pony motor, wet line plumbing, gray in color. ‘New Demo’

www.equipment4u.biz 2005 Kenworth T800 Truck 846,000 miles, Cumins ISX, 450 hp, 10 speed transmission, pusher axle

$59,900

$1100

Erskine Bale Spear

All trailers come with up to a 10 year structural warranty!

$42,000

$9500

$5250

Erskine Skidsteer Hitch Makes moving trailers a cinch! Easy visibility!

$116,900 2018 Cargo Mate 7x14-ft. enclosed trailer rear ramp door, side RV door, radial tires, 3500 lb. axles, LED lights, 6” extra height, D-rings in floor. Also available: 7x16....$6450

Erskine Angle Broom

Erskine 6-ft. Skeleton Rock Bucket

$2900

$2100 2018 Cargo Mate 8 x 16-ft. tandem axle enclosed trailer 1-ft. extended height, side RV door, D-rings in floor, radial tires. Also available: Barn door.....$6400

$2150

Erskine Tree Shear cuts up to 12” trees, manual rotating head

Used Trailers

$13,000

2012 Trail Max 25-ft. Gooseneck Tilt Trailer 10,000# axles, 25-ft. total deck length (20-ft. tilt with 5-ft. stationary).

$24,000

$75,500

1994 Trailmobile Belly Dump Trailer 3-axle, rear air ride, new paint, new tires, new aluminum outers, pusher block

$10,500

$79,500 1995 Zieman Tag Trailer fresh paint & decals, new decking, new LED lights, new wheels & tires, 36,000 lb. GVWR

$29,500/pkg. $3450

2016 Case 570 NEP Skip Loader cab, heat, air conditioning, 1211 hours, 85 hp, 4x4, ride control, 7-ft. front bucket w/cutting edge, 7-ft. rear box blade w/ripper shanks, front & rear auxiliary hydraulics

$43,500

2018 Royal 6-ft.x12-ft. Single-Axle Enclosed Trailer rear ramp door, side RV door, radial tires

2012 John Deere 410J Backhoe cab, heat, air, Extend-a-hoe, Powershift, pilot controls, ride controls, hydrualic quick attach front, rear auxiliary hydraulics, 2 rear buckets, good tires, 4x4, 421 one-owner hours, includes bucket & forks

$29,500

$20,000

1994 Red River 3-axle Belly Dump Trailer 42-ft., works smoothly

1984 Kenworth W900 Dump Truck & 1984 Superior Transfer Trailer Package Cummins engine, jakes, 13 speed transmission, aluminum wheels, turbo, both DOT inspected

1995 Ingersoll Rand PT 125 Roller John Deere engine, hydraulic transmission, 2300 hours, foam-filled tires, 19,000# weight.

$11,000

$18,500

$27,500 1993 Ford L9000 Dump Trailer 3406 CAT engine,34,500# GVW, aluminum wheels, good tires!

1993 International 9400 Truck N14 Cummins engine, 13 speed transmission, jakes, 202,000 miles, 15-ft. flatbed w/5-ft. beavertail & ramps, lift axle, new rubber on drives & tag, aluminum wheels, great equipment hauler!

2013 Hurricane 40-ft. Gooseneck Enclosed Trailer Triple axle, 21,000# GVW, (2) man doors, LED lights, generator door, dual air conditioner units.

$5950

Caterpillar 950 Wheel Loader Great older machine, runs great! John Deere 328 Baler Small squares, great condition!

$8950

$9000

$14,500

2009 Skyjack S6826 RT Scissor Lift 26-ft. platform height, 32-ft. work height, dual fuel, crossover symmetrical 4WD, driveable @ full height, proportional controls, roll-out extension deck, up to 50% grade ability, 110V AC outlet on platform w/GFI, tilt alarm, 6400 hours, 1250 lb. lift capacity

1985 Blaw Knox PF120H Paver rubber tires, Detroit engine, hydraulic transmission

2015 PJ 10-ft. Utility Wash Trailer HDG 9000E 15 hp. 7500 watt generator, Alkota 4182 power washer, tool box, 200 gallon tank, hose reel, very little use!

2015 Bobcat S590 Skidsteer cab, heat, air conditioning, new tires, new bucket, forks, 1800 hours

$16,000

1991 Vibratory Rex Roller smooth drum, 72” drum, John Deere diesel engine

$5200

$12,900

1992 John Deere 644E Wheel Loader cab, heat, Grab-Tech hydraulic grapple, good rubber, great older machine!

$23,500 $8000

$17,000

2005 Ditch Witch RT40 Front blade, counter weights, hydraulic angle trencher, low hours.

2011 Allmand Bros Maxi Heat MH1000 Heater Indirect flame, 1 mill. BTU, Cat diesel engine, trailer mounted, good condition!

1989 Barrett 45-ft. Cattle Pot Trailer 24.5 rubber, outside aluminum wheels, needs some TLC.

$2500 Pro Tech SP10B Snow Pusher Bucket mount, 10-ft. wide

Equipment Connection, LLC 406-892-3915

346 Sunrise Creek Loop; on Hwy 2 West, PO Box 958 Columbia Falls, MT 59912 email: sales@equipment4u.net

$36,500

2002 Skytrak 8042 Legacy Telescoping Forklift 8000 lb. lift, 42-ft. reach, 6220 hours

$5200

JLG 1930 ES Scissor Lift electric, great shape!

534 Business Hub Drive, Belgrade, MT 59714 email: ecbelgrade@gmail.com

406-897-3084

Small Town Company with Big Connections

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BELL MOTOR CO.

2018 CHEVROLET EQUINOX AWD, leather heated seats front and back, surround vision, heated steering wheel and more. #18T76

2019 CHEVROLET TAHOE Trailering package, brake controller, heated seats and heated steering wheel, rear DVD player, sunroof and more. #19T02

2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO ZR2 Off road apperance package, front and rear locking differentials, off road rocker protection and more. #18T47

2018 CHEVROLET CRUZE PREMIER Heated seats and steering wheel, hatch back, wireless phone charger. #18C01..........................$26,970 minus rebates 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO 4x4, trailering package, brake controller, black leather heated seats. #18T29

2017 BUICK LACROSSE PREMIUM AWD, dark sapphire blue, loaded. #17B04.............................. .....................................................$46,375 minus rebates 2017 CHEVROLET WT 1500 Crew cab, 5.4L engine, electric windows, electric locks. #17T88........................................$44,450 minus rebates

2014 GMC TERRAIN SLE2 AWD, cloth seats, 41,428 miles, one owner. #18U12.$17,999

2017 GMC TERRAIN SLT Black leather heated seats, back up camera, 43,745 miles. #18U09................................................................. $23,995

2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 LTZ Black leather heated seats, new tires and rims, true dual exhaust, 54,709 miles. #18U07................................ $35,000 2013 CHEVROLET TAHOE LT Black leather heated seats, sun roof, rear DVD, 130,176 miles. #18T08A..................................................... $21,250

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Pinkeye and foot rot, a rancher’s headache

By NDSU Extension Service Fly problems are prevalent in some parts of North Dakota this year, North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension livestock specialists warn. Horn, face and stable flies all are irritating to cattle, but stable flies have been particularly bothersome. “They will bite and irritate the animals on the legs and belly, and control of these pests is very difficult,” says Gerald Stokka, NDSU Extension veterinarian and livestock stewardship specialist. “Too many flies feeding on cows can lead to a decrease in weaning weight,” notes Karl Hoppe, Extension livestock systems specialist at NDSU’s Carrington Research Extension Center. “It’s generally accepted that 100 flies per side or 200 flies total per beef cow is the point where decreased weaning weight will cause economic losses.” The main fly control methods are insecticide-containing ear tags; pour-on, spot-on and spray-on insecticides; insecticide dust bags; ropes filled with oil and insecticide; oiler/ rubbers; mister/foggers; and sprayers. Another option is a walk-through mechanical flytrap. As cattle walk through the trap, a series of strips made of canvas or old carpet dislodge most of the flies. Light attracts the flies to the screened sides of the trap and they can’t escape. Visit https://extension2.missouri.edu/G1195 for more information about this system. Products such as Rabon and IGR can reduce fly population if they are fed to cattle early enough, which is two to three weeks before moving the cattle to pasture. These products need to be continued throughout the summer, Stokka says. They inhibit larval growth of flies that lay eggs in manure patties. Flies will migrate from herd to herd, so if the neighbor doesn’t control flies, the flies will move to other herds, Hoppe says. Rotating cattle to pastures some distance away can be helpful because new populations of flies take some time to develop. To find relief from fly bites when fly pressure is high, cattle will crowd or bunch together, or they may stand in stock ponds or other water. The water reduces the number of bites from stable flies on the legs, and the mud creates a shield for protection later. Also, a wet tail provides an effective fly swattter. However, standing in water to avoid flies creates an opportunity for the soft tissue between the toes to get soft and prone to foot rot infections, Hoppe says. The infection is painful, so the cow will limp and even leave the herd to rest. Cows also will lose weight because limping keeps them from grazing. “Appropriate antibiotic therapy is necessary to control the infection and inflammation before the cow develops permanent damage to the foot,” Stokka says. Cattle also will stand in groups, stomping the ground and creating dust to fight flies. This can lead to eye irritation. Face flies will feed on the eye secretions and can transmit bacteria that may lead to pink eye. Antibiotic therapy is necessary to decrease the infection before the cow develops a permanent eye lesion, which could limit its vision. “While timely administration of antibiotics can help in the healing process of foot rot and pinkeye, it can be rather difficult to sort cattle and restrain them for injecting antibiotics,” Stokka says. Many ranchers have opted to use dart guns to help deliver antibiotics to cattle while the animals are grazing, but the best option is proper restraint and treatment, according to Stokka. He recommends producers consult with their veterinarian about the appropriate antibiotic choices. “However, if this method of treatment is used, use only air pump equipment,” he adds. “Spend enough time to get within 15 to 20 feet of the animal and use the appropriate dose for the size of the animal.” While fly control is needed, keeping up with fly pressure is difficult, the specialists say. “Use different insecticides to help control fly populations,” Hoppe advises. “Consider adding larvicides in the mineral mix or periodic applications of fly control products or consider using rotational grazing techniques and natural fly predators.” ##### To get rid of mineral deposits and iron stains in your dishwasher, run it through an empty wash cycle using powdered lemonade mix instead of detergent. The citric acid in the mix will eliminate your problem.

Constitution Day

Day celebrated: September 17th Constitution Day falls on 17th September, the anniversary of the official signing of the US constitution in 1787. The document stood as the result of tireless work and compromise between the delegates of the Constitutional Convention – basically to bring about an agreement between the states which would allow a central government the power to enforce its decisions and allow the USA to stand as an international force, while maintaining a reasonable level of independence within the separate states. Of course, to this day the constitution of 1787 has formed the basis for the development and running of the USA as we know it, priding itself on its roots in democracy, rights and the social contract. Certainly some aspects of the constitution have been contested over the years as attitudes change over time – key issues including slavery and women in employment, while the core elements have remained. Education about the constitution is hugely encouraged, particularly on Constitution Day. Schools and educational establishments receiving any form of federal funding are required to teach the history of the American constitution on this day, but more than this many establishments such as universities and colleges look to celebrate the constitution by holding celebratory leisure events including ‘Constitution Trivia Quizes’ and community fairs. Constitution based merchandise is also made available in different forms from free paperback copies to t-shirts with constitution quotes. So get involved with the learning this Constitution Day and find out about the history and background of the constitution that defines the USA – and once you’ve done that, you can buy the t-shirt! ##### What’s the easiest way to remove red wine spills from your carpet? Try applying a bit of shaving cream (after checking that the carpet is colorfast) and letting it sit for a minute. Then wipe away. Shaving cream will also work on grease stains.

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Gearing up for fall sports

By Carmen Rath-Wald, Logan County Extension Agent As fall approaches, many children, adolescents and teens will start practicing after a break from sports during the summer. Preparing for physical activity and exercise is important for preventing injuries and optimizing performance. Playing or Practicing Outside? Watch Out for the Heat Parents and athletes know that practices and games in late August and early September can get hot. Overheating during exercise can lead to heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. In fact, overheating can be fatal. Such was the case with Korey Stringer, a professional football player who died of heat-related illness after an August practice in Mankato, Minn. Before starting vigorous physical activity in the heat, people should be acclimatized, or used to the heat. According to the Gatorade Sports Science Institute, athletes should perform 90 minutes of aerobic exercise in the heat daily for one to two weeks before starting higher-intensity exercise such as practicing. Proper hydration also is important for preventing heatrelated illnesses. Athletes should be well-hydrated prior to exercise. The Korey Stringer Institute recommends that athletes consume 2 to 3 cups of water or a sports drink prior to exercise. During practices, people should have unlimited access to water and/or sports drinks and should be allowed to drink as much as they want. Don’t forget to eat Carbohydrate found in breads, pastas, rice and potatoes is the primary source of fuel for the body during exercise, and not eating enough of these foods can affect performance negatively. Proteins, on the other hand, are the building blocks of our bodies and allow us to recover and repair after exercise. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends that people consume a meal containing protein and carbohydrate one to three hours before exercise and immediately after exercise. Some good examples of these foods include chocolate skim milk, Greek yogurt with honey or fruit, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, or a sports bar that contains carbohydrate and protein. Source: Nathaniel Johnson, Program Assistant, NDSU Extension With fall sports, comes this parenting question, My daughter is only 4 years old and I am feeling pressured to enroll her in an organized sports program. My friends have told me that if she doesn’t start playing sports at this age, she will get left behind as her peers advance. Is this true, and should I enroll her in a program at this young age? Bradford Strand, Ph.D., Professor Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences, NDSU You are not alone; many parents of young children wonder when they should start their children in an organized sports program. Parents have a difficult time not comparing the development of their children with the development of other children who are relatively the same age. This sort of pressure, under which parents and children feel they need to participate in travel teams, camps, clinics, in-season training and out-of-season training or else they will fall behind, is known as “sport entrapment.” This continuous promotion from other adults puts consistent negative pressure on parents to enroll their children in organized sports. It is causing increased pressure on the children because they are forced to compete at an earlier age before they truly are ready. Tom Farrey, author of the book “Game On,” suggests that organized competition doesn’t breed success but, rather, that unstructured play often is more valuable. The attitude that the younger a child is engaged in an activity, the better that child will be at that activity is not correct. In fact, studies show that participation and specialization at an early age often lead to earlier burnout. The readiness of a child to participate in a sport is something that many parents, coaches and organizations do not know how to evaluate. Children who are 4, 5 and 6 years old should not be participating in sports because of the increased time spent away from families. Additionally, children are not ready to affiliate with a group other than their family, nor are they physically, cognitively, socially or emotionally ready for all that comes with organized sports. For more information about this topic or another, contact me at the NDSU Extension office at 754-2504, or email, carmen.rath.wald. I would be glad to help!

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Farmers can reduce extreme weather impacts

By UW Extension Farmers can’t change the weather, but two management practices can help buffer the effects of heavy rains, drought and other weather extremes, according to new guides from a team of extension educators at University of Wyoming (UW), University of Nebraska and Montana State University. “Minimizing Extreme Weather Impacts: Cover Crops 101” and “Using NoTill to Minimize Extreme Weather Impacts” are available free from UW Extension at bit.ly/UWEpubs. Planting cover crops in rotation with primary agricultural crops can support soil quality and fertility, increase water infiltration and reduces erosion. A cover crop can be a single species crop or a mixed-species crop, such as legumes, grasses and brassicas (mustard family). Other benefits may include reducing soil compaction, suppressing weeds, improving soil microorganism populations and providing habitat and food sources for birds, mammals and beneficial insects. “Cover crops should be customized to the individual operation and objectives,” said Jerimiah Vardiman, lead author from UW Extension. He noted the potential exists for no benefits or even negative impacts, such as reduction in soil nitrogen, if cover crops are not managed correctly. No-till farming is not new but is not widely used, said Tyler Williams of University of Nebraska Extension. With a no-till approach, crops are grown with minimal soil disturbance, and the soil is kept covered with crop residue to conserve soil and water. Advantages are soil moisture conservation, erosion control, reduced fuel and labor costs and benefits to soil structure and health. Disadvantages are increased dependence on herbicides, no incorporation of residue, manure or fertilizer and slow soil warming on poorly drained soils. For more information, contact Vardiman at 307-7548836 or jvardima@uwyo.edu. These short introductions to field management systems are among the many guides, free courses and videos from UW Extension that help extend skills in cropping, small acreage management, irrigation, wildlife habitat and more. YouTube video series from UW Extension include “Barnyards and Backyards,” “From the Ground Up” and “Exploring the Nature of Wyoming.”

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Nebraska Extension helps farm families plan for the future

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By University of Nebraska-Lincoln IANR News Nebraska Extension is focused on making sure those at the front line of the agriculture industry — farm and ranch families — have a plan in place for how operations will be managed for years to come. According to Allan Vyhnalek, an extension educator focused on farm succession, roughly half of all Nebraska producers do not have a succession plan. As the average age of Nebraska’s farm and ranch operators trends older, it’s important for those operators to have a plan to pass on the family operation. “The importance of having a farm or ranch succession plan in place cannot be overestimated,” Vyhnalek said. “These plans force operators to answer numerous questions regarding business, family, tax and legal issues, so it’s important to plan ahead.” Nebraska Extension has developed a number of resources MT Certified Seed Plant to support families through this decision-making process. In addition to extension educators available year-round to as(406) 566-2282 - Stanford, MT sist producers, workshops have been developed to help them understand the importance of developing a succession plan. If the farm will be transitioned or succeeded to the next generation, the size of the operation needs to be considered. Most agriculture professionals estimate that an operation should be roughly 1,200 to 1,500 row crop acres to support a family. When considering a farm succession plan, not only will there need to be enough land to support the new family running the operation, but also support for the older generation in retirement. This means that crop farmers in Nebraska might need an operation of nearly 2,600 to 3,000 acres to support two families. If livestock is part of the operation, the number of farmland acres needed for the farm to succeed could be lowered. “Unfortunately, we see some situations where two families are trying to live off an operation that’s only large enough to support one family, which can be very rough, especially with today’s commodity prices,” Vyhnalek said. When it comes to estate planning, it’s common for older generations of Nebraskans to want to divide their land and as* denotes PVP Title 5 sets equally. While it seems like a straightforward approach, this decision could have unintended consequences, Vyhnalek said. For instance, if there are four heirs of an operation, each receiving 25 percent of the assets, this division could be unequitable for the heir that has spent their whole life working on the farm or ranch. “To treat the next generation fairly may not mean treating FULL LINE OF FARM CHEMICALS your children equally,” Vyhnalek said. Nutrena Feeds by Cargill - Crystalyx Tubs Nebraska Extension also offers assistance for those on the other side of a succession plan. So, You’ve Inherited a Farm: Now What? is a popular workshop series for those who have recently inherited a farm or ranch but have no experience managing an operation. The workshop covers topics such as keeping or selling the farm or ranch; managing an operation; key lease provisions; legal considerations; and family communications. Vyhnalek and extension educator Jim Jansen lead the workshops, which are archived online. “I receive phone calls from people in their 50s and 60s who have inherited land and have no idea how to manage INVEST IN QUALITY® it, because they’ve been off the farm for decades,” Vyhnalek said. “So, You’ve Inherited a Farm: Now What? is designed to guide individuals Kuhn is committed to helping you succeed by building quality machines for mowing, through the process of manconditioning, tedding, raking, merging and seedbed preparation. aging the asset.” KuhnNorthAmerica.com Through one-on-one consultations, webinars and workshops, Nebraska Exten8565 Lincoln Road West sion is committed to helping Canyon Creek, MT 59633 the state’s farm families plan (halfway between for the future. View a full list of upcoming events focused Helena and Lincoln) on land transitions and suc(406) 368-2217 cession planning (https:// www.empireequipmentco.com agecon.unl.edu/farm-succession).

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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Gysler 30-ft. chisel plow with harrows Morris B2 24-ft. rod weeder with harrows (2) John Deere LZB drills, 10” spacing, connecting hitch, shedded 1955 Case LA tractor, runs good, shedded John Deere 6602 combine, diesel, 18-ft. header, shedded. OLD, but still runs good Versatile 8”x44-ft. PTO auger and 6”x30-ft. auger with motor Vicon 2 wheel hay turner, tractor mounted, shedded 20-ft. and 14-ft. pull type wood flat bed farm trailer 1955 Chevrolet 2 ton truck with grain box, hoist, shedded Call for price quote: 406-777-3062, pictures available

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WE ARE NOW SELLING BIGDOG MOWERS!!!

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eDrive Coming for John Deere & Case Sprayers!!

2009 Marflex Truck Sprayers 100-ft. booms, 1300 gallon tanks, 2003 & 2005 International trucks, Allison transmission, 2 speed transmission, 255 & 300 hp. Excellent condition! $69,900 each

Website - trucksprayers.com Henke Enterprises Inc. offers-

John Deere 4930

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

MARFLEX SPRAYER PARTS AVAILABLE

BUILDING ~ COMING IN

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

Contact your authorized dealer

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N.D. farm bill payments will vary in 2018

By NDSU Extension Service Producers with wheat, canola, barley and sunflower base acres and counties in the western half of North Dakota will receive the bulk of farm bill payments for the 2017 crop year, which are dispersed in late 2018. “The payments are not official because the 2017 national marketing year average prices and county average yields are not final,” says Andy Swenson, North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension farm and family resource management specialist. “However, there is enough preliminary information to provide a close estimate.” Total payments after a 6.9 percent reduction for sequestration should be about $290 million, with payments on the wheat base accounting for more than 60 percent of the total. Base acres of canola, barley and sunflowers should provide payments of about $43 million, $23 million and $15 million, respectively, after sequestration. Under the farm bill, producers could choose the Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) program or the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) program for each crop on a farm. All wheat base enrolled in PLC will receive payments, totaling more than $50 million after sequestration. More than 75 percent of North Dakota’s 9.6 million wheat base acres are enrolled in the ARC program. Total ARC payments on the wheat base will be about $126 million. Due to strong yields in 2017, the six Red River Valley counties and Sargent County will most likely not receive ARC payments on the wheat base. Thirty-three counties, including the western half of the state, will receive the maximum ARC payment due to low wheat yields from drought. The maximum payment rate per base acre for these counties range from $35.50 in Barnes County to $20.20 in Grant County. Payments are applied to only 85 percent of base acres; therefore, the effective rate averaged across all wheat base acres would range from $30.17 in Barnes County to $17.17 in Grant County. Thirteen counties in the eastern half of North Dakota should receive some ARC payment on the wheat base but less than the maximum. Eighty percent of North Dakota’s nearly 1.2 million acres of barley base is enrolled in the PLC program. This is the first year with a PLC payment on barley. The projected 2017 national marketing year average barley price of $4.50 per bushel is below the reference price of $4.95, which was set in the 2014 farm bill, and would trigger a 45-cent-per-bushel payment rate on the farm’s PLC payment yield. Also, all counties but one in the western two-thirds of North Dakota will receive barley ARC payments. Nearly all of the state’s corn and soybean bases are enrolled in ARC. Only western counties, which have low corn and soybean bases, triggered payments. An exception will be ARC payments on the soybean base in Pembina, Foster and LaMoure counties. Total payments, after sequestration, will be about $10 million each for North Dakota’s corn and soybean base acres. Producers can use the 2017 ARC-PLC Calculator at https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/farmmanagement/tools to estimate farm bill payments.

Natrona County extension educator recognized

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We’d appreciate it if you tell an advertiser you read his ad in the Trader’s Dispatch.

By University of Wyoming Extension A Natrona County University of Wyoming (UW) Extension educator has received a Distinguished Service Award (DSA) from the National Association of County Agricultural Agents. Scott Cotton received the recognition during the group’s conference July 29-August 2 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Cotton, an agriculture and horticulture educator, joined UW Extension in 2014. Based in Natrona County, he also serves Converse and Niobrara counties. The DSA recognizes excellence in the field of professional extension for members with more than 10 years of service. Cotton had begun his career at UW and went on to positions with Colorado State University Extension and the University of Nebraska. NACAA is focused toward extension educators and other professionals who work in agriculture, horticulture, forestry and natural resources, 4-H youth development, community development, administration, aquaculture and Sea Grant and related disciplines.

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THE EQUIPMENT YOU NEED TO RUN YOUR FARM! New Harvest Equipment In Stock Case IH 8240 Combine Case IH 3152 40' Header

Used Harvest Equipment:

2005 2042 35’ draper head ... $32,000 MacDon 960 35’ draper head, CIH adapter ... $10,000 1999 Case IH 2388, 2580eng/2071 Sep Hrs., very nice condition ... Just Traded Case IH 6088, 970 Hrs, duals ... $185,000 Case IH 2042 draper, transport ... Just Traded

New Miscellaneous

Haybuster 2650 bale processor with hydraulic chute Schulte FX 1200 batwing mower NEW HOLLAND 9682 CASE IH PRECISION SPRAY 100 Rem VRX grain vacs

Used Miscellaneous:

Farmhand 25’ mulcher ... $9,500

Used Combines

New Haying In Stock 2014 Case IH 7240 408/540Equipment hours, duals, Consigned

12, 14 & 16-Wheel H&S High Capacity Wheel Rakes

2014 Case 3152 40-ft. with slow speed transport and cross auger (2)IH ProAg 1400 Hayhiker, 14-Bale Movers 2013 IH 8230 550/670 hours, duals, Traded CaseCase IH WD 1504 Windrower WithAutoguidance.Just 16' HDx162 Header Case LB434 Big Square Baler, 3x4and Bales 2013 Case IH IH 3152 40-ft. with slow speed transport cross auger Case IH RB 565reel, Round 2005 Case IH 2042 36-ft., finger goodBaler condition....$26,000 Used Haying In Stock 2000 Case 2388 combine Equipment with 30-ft. 1010 header, 3469 engine 2002 Case IH LBX331 Square Baler ................................$29,000 hours/2636 separator, hopper extensions, chopper. Consigned.. 2008 Case IH RB564 round baler, 8700 bales, mesh wrap, wide ...................................................................$55,000 pickup, endless belts, hydraulic pickup lift, central lube ......$26,500 2003 1999 1995 1994 1990

CaseIH RBX562, MeshWrap, Like New $24,500 Case IH RS561 .....................................................$12,500 Case IH 8465 .........................................................$8,995 Case IH 8480 Softcore ............................................$6,995 Hesston 560 Round Baler ........................................$5,500

Miscellaneous Used Equipment

2003 Case IH RB562 twine and mesh..........................$22,000 2013 Case IH New RB564 Tractors round baler, mesh and twine, wide pickup, In Stock roller windguard, bales..................................$21,500 Case9000 IH Farmall 356B w/loader CaseIH Magnum 315, & rear duals, lease return 2013 Haybuster 2650 balefront processor. .........................$17,000 Lease Returns Available This Fall

Case IH Farmall 75C, cab & loader CaseIH Puma 130 • CaseIH Maxxum 125 CaseIH Maxxum 140 • CaseIH Puma 165 CaseIH Puma 185• CaseIH Magnum 260

UsedUsed Seeding, Tillage, Sprayers Tractors In Stock

Concord 4710Case air drill, 3400 tow behind cart............. $28,000 IH Farmall 356B w/loader Brandt SB4000 suspended boom1480 sprayer, 90-ft. booms.. $19,900 2008 Case IH Steiger 480, Hrs, Cummins engine, 710 radials, new .................................... $179,000 John Deere like 2100 inline ripper..................................$3500 1979 JD 4840, 3 pt, PTO .............................. $22,500 2009 Case IH Puma 155, MFD, loader ........ Just Traded

New Haying Equipment In Stock Case IH 1504 windrowers Case IH RB565 round baler ProAg 900 round bale carrier

New Equipment In Stock

Case IH 130A Farmall • Case IH 120A Farmall

Lease Returns Available

Farmall 130A & 120A • Puma 165 Maxxum 125 • Puma 185 • Magnum 310 CVT

Used Tractors In Stock

2009 Case IH Puma 155 MFD, loader......................... $99,000 2002 Case IH MX270 6800 hrs, 3 pt, MFD, Good Condition$43,500 1997 Case IH 9370 7600 hrs, 12 speed....................... $59,000 New Grasshopper Mowers In Stock . $22,000 4840 3 point, PTO........................ Deere 1979 John All Available With 52”, 61” or 72” Powerfold Deck EZ-steer kit, weight duals, Trelleborg hrs, 4600 9682 Holland New 623, 727K Fuel Injected, 729 Big Block, 729 Liquid Cooled $75,000 .......... guidance............................................... 725D Diesel Baggers Are Available For All Models

Used Mowers In Stock

Loaders NewNew Skid Skidsteer Steer Attachments In Stock Case SV280 Cab, air,Cutter heat Case 60” Rotary Case 72” Broom

New Skidsteer Attachments Case 72” Hopper Broom In Stock Snowblower DanuserCase Pallet72” Forks - 48”, 4000 lb. Danuser Palet Forks - 48”, 4000# Danuser Hydraulic Post Hole Digger & Augers Danuser Hydraulic Post Hole Digger & Augers Danuser T3 Drivers Danuser T3Hydraulic HydraulicPost Post Drivers NEW Grabtec skid steer bucket and grapple Snowblowers, Snow Loaders Buckets New Skidsteer Case SV280 Cab, air, heat Case SV300 Cab, air, heat

New Sprayers NewSeeding, Seeding, Tillage, Tillage, Sprayers

Case Air100 100 Pull-Type Sprayer Case IH IH Precision Precision Air Pull-Type Sprayer Case IH 30 Turbo, 25’ w/ rolling baskets Case IH 530C Diskripper, 5 shank Parma 24’ Landplane

Used Seeding, Tillage, Sprayers:

Concord 4710 Drill, 3000 tow behind cart, hydraulic drive ... $30,000 2005 Brandt 2SB4000, suspended boom, 90’, 1500 gal. tank ...$25,000

Farmall 130A

New 3pt. Equipment In Stock

Farm King Rear Blades, 10' & 12', All Hydraulic Bobcat 7' Rear Blade • Bale Carrier • Gooseneck Hitch Tebben 10' Rotary Cutter

Farmall 120A

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Safe Back to School lunches

The deadline for advertising in the October issue of the Trader's Dispatch will be September 26th.

Phone (406) 271-5533.

FORD TRUCK FOR SALE

1987 Ford L8000 low miles, good tires, 3208 Cat and automatic transmission.............. $5000 obo Phone (406) 826-5388, Plains, MT

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By Carmen Rath-Wald, Logan County Extension Agent Schools all around the area are back in session. This means some parents will be packing school lunches, but these are ideas that would work well for after school lunches too. Below are some tips for making lunches healthy, safe and enjoyable for your child. Obtain input from your child regarding lunch preferences. Ask for their help to make a grocery list and to help with the shopping. Do they prefer a peanut butter and apple sandwich, fruit and cheese wrap or leftover pizza? Use this opportunity to teach them how to select a balanced lunch from food items you purchased or prepared together. Vary the menu and choose foods from all of the food groups. Consider using whole wheat bread, pita or bagels for sandwiches, pack fresh fruit and vegetables in season, and include low-fat dairy products like milk, yogurt or pudding. Consider supplementing food from home with foods and beverages such as milk purchased at school. Involve your child in preparing their lunch. The night before they can help make a sandwich or wash a piece of fruit. This provides a great opportunity to talk about eating healthy foods and basic food safety principles such as washing hands before preparing and eating food and keeping cold foods cold and hot foods hot. It is also very important to keep food safety in mind when packing school lunches. Perishable foods must be kept cold or hot until lunchtime because bacteria can multiply rapidly when food is within the temperature danger zone of 40 and 140 degrees F. If the lunch cannot be kept cold or hot, choose foods that can be kept safely at room temperature. Bacteria do not grow in foods that are high in acid or low in moisture. Foods that can safely be left at room temperature for 4-6 hours include: •nuts and peanut butter – check with your children’s school for protocol for peanuts and tree nuts •bread, cookies, crackers, and cake •jam or honey •dry cereal •fresh, cooked, or dry fruit •raw vegetables •pickles, relishes, mustard, and ketchup •dry or hard cheeses (such as parmesan) •dried sausages, such as salami, pepperoni, and jerky •canned foods (until opened) These potentially unsafe foods are perishable and must be handled properly to keep bacteria from growing: •meat, fish, and poultry •sandwiches and salads which contain meat, fish, or poultry •cooked vegetables •cooked cereals and legumes, such as rice and beans •custards and puddings •milk and milk products •dressings and gravies •processed meats (bologna, hot dogs, etc.) To keep your packed lunches cold, use an insulated, soft-sided lunch box or bag. Also be sure to pack just the amount of perishable food that can be eaten at lunchtime so there won’t be a problem about storing leftovers safely. If packing hot lunches, be sure to keep them hot by using insulated containers. Before filling the containers, fill them with boiling water, let stand for a few minutes, empty, then put in the piping hot food. It should remain at 140 degrees F or higher in order to stay out of the temperature danger zone. Source: Nicole McGeehan, Penn State Extension food safety educator and Dena Kemmet, Extension Agent/Family and Community Wellness For more information about this topic or something else, you may contact me at the NDSU Extension Service at 754-2504 or email: carmen.rath.wald@ndsu.edu. I would be glad to help! Have a great school year!

The equestrian class

The horsemen of the ancient Roman cavalry came from the upper classes of society, because they were able to afford a horse. This indication of wealth meant that it became prestigious to own a horse, although horsemen in the military did also receive a grant for their purchase. Eventually, the term equestrian simple came to indicate that a man was a member of the nobility, and the connection to horses became symbolic.

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NEW STOCK & HORSE TRAILERS

New Circle D 24-ft. gooseneck stock trailer with 2 sliding center gates, full bull package, 14-ply tires.......................................................................................................$11,995 New Circle D 20-ft. gooseneck stock trailers with sliding center gate. 14-ply tires. Bull Package...........................................................................................................$10,995

New Circle D 24-ft. stock trailer, 8K axles, 14 ply tires, 2 sliding center gates, full bull package ..........................................................................................................$13,295 New Hillsboro aluminum 6.8-ft. x 20-ft., 1 sliding center gate............................$15,995

New Circle D pickup flatbeds NEW HEAVY DUTY FLATBED TRAILERS

Diamond C tandem dual, 2 piece with folding beavertail, dual jacks, tool box, engineered I-Beam frame, torque tube........................................................ 32-ft. $12,895 ............................................................... 30-ft. $12,595 ............................................................... 28-ft. $11,895 Circle D 31-ft. (3) 7,000 lb./6 torsion axle, 3 piece folding beavertail, chain basket, dual jacks....................$9695 Circle D 29-ft. tandem dual, 3 piece beavertail, dual jacks, chain basket....................................................$10,395 Diamond C 28-ft. tandem dual, 2 piece beavertail, dual jacks, tool box, engineered I-Beam frame.......$11,995 Circle D 27-ft. tandem dual, 3 piece beavertail, dual jacks, chain basket.......................................................$9995 Circle D 25-ft. (2) 7,000 lb. torsion axles, dual jacks, chain basket, 3 piece beavertail...................................$7695

Circle D flatbeds, gooseneck hitch plate, lights, headache rack, rear skirt. Black 7x7..................................................................$1650 71/2x81/2...........................................................$1650 71/2x9..............................................................$1700 8x9..................................................................$2000 8x11................................................................$2350

G ll steel flatbeds

NEW GOOSENECK TILT TRAILERS

(2) Diamond C 25-ft. partial tilt, (2) 7,000 lb. axles, tool box......................................................................$7595 Diamond C 24-ft. full tilt deck-over power tilt, (2) 7,000 lb. axles, tool box.....................................................$8995

TURNOVER BALL

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.....................................$6495

A hitch when you need it... A level bed when you don’t

COMPANION™

Large Trailer Parts Inventory

5-ft. x 8-ft. to 83” x 14-ft. Prices Range from $1425 - $2295

5th WHEEL RV HITCH

MISCELLANEOUS USED EQUIPMENT

USED SEMI TRAILERS

2013 Circle D flatbed gooseneck, 24-ft. with beavertail, used very little ....................$6500 1995 Ponderosa bumper pull ....... ....................................... $1700

Triple axle, 20-ft. x 83”, pintle hitch, completely rebuilt, LIKE NEW! .........................$6500

2002 GMC 6500 Cat 3126 7 speed diesel, 190 hp, 15ft. Leland Roustabout bed, 30,000# Tulsa winch, 12,000# Ramsey winch, gin poles, 96,000 miles ............$12,995

1987 Horse trailer ................ $2200

Donohue 16-ft. 7x16 goosneck stocktrailer ................. $3500

LOTS OF NEW BUMPER PULL UTILITY TRAILERS

16-ft. 18-ft. & 20-ft. IN STOCK

Axles • Springs • Lights • Fenders • Straps • Tie-downs Jacks • Bearings & seals • Etc.

2000 Diamond C 8-ft. x 20-ft. flatbed, tandem dual, pintle hitch ..........................$4500

2014 Circle D 6x18-ft. enclosed trailer, rear swing-out door, side door, insulated with shelving inside ...........$6500

PRONGHORN UTILITY Stop in or call for more info. IN STOCK NOW!!!

New Diamond C car haulers 3500, 5200 & 7000# axles

Excellent Selection On Hand

2 horse bumper pull ............. $1400

Prices on New Units good on In Stock Units ONLY!

Mounts to rails bolted under the bed, or attaches easily to B&W’s turnover ball gooseneck hitch. Easy adjustment of height & lateral positions.

New LOOK Enclosed Trailers

2015 Sundowner 3-horse slant with living quarters, never used. New: $28,995 ............. NOW: ............................ $19,995

NEW DUMP TRAILERS

New Diamond C 14-ft. gooseneck.....................$10,195 New Diamond C 14-ft. bumper pull with tarp........$9295 New Travalong 14-ft. gooseneck.......................$11,895

1994 International 4900 flatbed, air brakes, diesel, 9 speed, tool boxes ....................$9595 2003 homemade utility trailer ..... .......................................$600

4x7’ Heavy Duty Trailer Mats $65 each

Triple T Sales

Detachable neck lowboy 20-ft. well, ramps on back, 10.00x15 tires, swing-out extensions ....... $12,995 28-ft. Van trailer..............$3495

Load King lead trailer, 42-ft., triple axle....................................$27,500 & pup.................................$17,500 As a pair............................$42,000

1992 Wilray heavy duty flatbed trailer, 45,000 lb. GVW, 24-ft. beavertail.... ............................................ $8500

1992 Interstate 24-ft. tilt deck, 20-ton equipment trailer.... ................................$8500

2003 Ranco 40-ft. double gate, bottom dump trailer. ............................$17,500

2002 Container chassis, like new.............................$7500

1994 Load King 43-ft. triple axle belly dump................... $17,500

2006 Wilson 8.5-ft. x 53-ft. drop deck trailers......$17,500

Contact Dave Taylor: 406-357-2166

Chinook, MT

2003 Ford V10 automatic, with NEW Hydrabed ........$21,995

Give us a call about any of our trailers or let us find what you need!

Home Phone - 406-357-2162 Highway 2 West, Chinook, MT 1/2 miles west of Chinook

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Mat Tuma was selected by the Marias Fair Livestock Committee for the Mary Perry Memorial Award for his work ethic, willingness to help, generosity, service, and kindness. The committee members continually commented throughout the week on Mat’s character and service, and how he showed up every time something needed done and helped without complaint. Photo by Christy Tuma

Mexican team visits sorghum operations in the U.S.

KIOTI TRACTORS IN STOCK Kioti CK3510 with KL4010 loader, 4WD hydrostatic transmission, PTO, 3 point, industrial tires, 6 year warranty..............................COMING IN Kioti CK2610 with KL4010 loader, 4WD, hydrostatic transmission, PTO, 3 point, industrial tires, 6 year warranty. ............................................$20,000 Kioti DK4510 with KL5510 loader, 4WD, PTO, 3-pt., industrial tires, manual transmission........................$23,500 Kioti 3054XF TLB package, with CR1231 loader, CB2376 backhoe, box scraper, rock rake, pallet fork, spud plow............................$18,500 Kioti CS2210 sub compact with SL2410 loader, 4WD hydrostatic transmission, PTO, 3 point, industrial tires.... ............................................$12,678 Mechron 2200 UTV, 4WD, steel dump, box, HD tires, glass window shield, roof.....................................$13,500

New Load Just Arrived! NEW KIOTI IMPLEMENTS AVAILABLE Single Bale Spear, 44”...................$554 Double Bale Spear, 44”..................$673 Triple Bale Spear, 32”....................$750

New Red Devil 6-ft. snow blower

We now have

WALLENSTEIN wood splitters, chippers and log grapples available.

MISCELLANEOUS ATTACHMENTS

New Eagle 7-ft. 3 point rear blade.... ............................................ $675 New Eagle 8-ft. 3 point rear blade.. $725 New Front Mount QA bale spears for skid steer loader mount......CALL Front Dozer Blade with manual adjust. Fits various models......$2500 Wagner loader for Ford 8N, 9N, and NAA. Complete with front pump & mounts............................... $1500 White Cab to fit Oliver 55 Series tractor...................MAKE OFFER

MISCELLANEOUS

BEN-SER SE63 63” snow blower with frame. Runs off rear PTO, fits 40-60 hp tractor...........$2500 Running gear.........................$1000 Massey Ferguson 302 loader/backhoe.......................................$5500 Shaver HD8 front mount post driver.......................................$1295 Heavy duty post hole auger, 3-pt..... ...........................................$995 Major tractor..........................$1000

CONSIGNED

with QA skid steer mount.

In Stock $6250

NEW Eagle box scrapers New Eagle 560HD..................... $625 New Eagle 566HD..................... $699 New Eagle 672HD..................... $729 New Eagle 784 HD.................... $779 SITREX RAKES

American Hay Master 500 series stack wagon.....................$7500 John Deere 6600 combine, gas, pickup header......... COMING IN Massey-Ferguson 510 combine with Perkins diesel............$3250 Hesston 1014 12-ft. swather........... .......................... NEEDS WORK New Holland 855 round baler.$3850

USED TRACTORS

Ford 4000 gas, loader, front blade, Select-O-Speed.....................$3500 Massey Ferguson 255 with loader....... ............................................. Just In New Holland TC35 with loader............. ............................................. Just In Zetor 6341 with cab, 2WD, 3 point, PTO....................................$16,000

PARTS UNITS

New Holland 320 square baler.....For Parts Massey Fergusen 165 complete tractor...................................For Parts Ford 2000 Select-o-Speed...For Parts Oliver 1755, 77 & 1855.. FOR PARTS

NEW DIRTY HANDS POST HOLE AUGERS IN STOCK Standard Duty and Heavy Duty 9” and 12” Augers

Tarter Equipment 6-ft. rotary mower...................$1435 5-ft. rotary mower...................$1350 4-ft. rotary mower...................$1165 7-ft. heavy duty disk plow.......$1500 6-ft. heavy duty disk plow.......$1000 3-ft. 1 bottom plow....................$695 (3) 7-ft. rock rakes, 3-point.......$600 (3) 6-ft. rock rakes, 3-point.......$575 7-ft. back blade.........................$475 6-ft. back blade.........................$425 Super Spear quick attach bale spear..................................$499

USED HAYING

New Holland 1002 balewagon.. Just In Hesston 1014 swather.............. Just In John Deere 346 square baler, engine driven................................... Just In

Good Selection Of Spike Tooth Harrows Starting At $150.00

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Phone (406) 227-6821

East Helena, Montana

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From sorghumcheckoff.com Sorghum Checkoff staff assisted the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) (https://grains.org) hosting a team of 10 Mexican sorghum buyers throughout regions of Texas and Kansas June 18-22. The Mexican trade team was comprised of feed millers, grain traders and livestock producers involved in various industries such as cattle, swine, poultry and pet food, all members of the National Association of Food Manufacturers for Animal Consumption (ANFACA). With the help of Texas Grain Sorghum Association (http://texassorghum.org) and Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission (https://ksgrainsorghum. org), the team was able to tour sorghum farms and suppliers, feed mills, elevators, a rail facility, an ethanol plant and the Port of Houston. The group started their visit in Texas at Sorghum Checkoff board director Jim Massey’s farm where the group met with elevator managers and area producers. They also met with Sorghum Checkoff animal nutrition director Kim McCuistion, Ph.D., for a Q&A session over sorghum’s feeding value and toured several other farms, facilities and ports. After the Texas portion of the trip, the group spent the remaining days in Kansas where they toured various farms and a visited the International Grains Program Institute (IGP) of Kansas State University (http://www.grains.k-state.edu/igp/) and an ethanol plant. “While Mexico has not been the primary buyer of grain sorghum in the past few years, they remain a very viable and important market to our growers as various trade issues come and go,” said Wayne Cleveland, Executive Director of Texas Grain Sorghum Producers Board. “It is of great importance that we continue to provide educational as well as purchasing opportunities as trade agreements are being vetted. Mexico understands the importance of the nutritional benefits of feeding grain sorghum into their rations and are keen buyers of feed stuffs. They are a very developed market for our grain and we are providing the opportunity for them to make further purchases.” Educating international markets on the value of sorghum can lead to a greater use of U.S. sorghum abroad. The mutual goal is to see relationships continue to strengthen as a result of this effort by USGC and the Sorghum Checkoff. The country of Mexico accounted for $103 million in exports of U.S. sorghum, equating to 568,254 metric tons (22.4 million bushels), during the 2016-2017 marketing year. Mexico remains one of the chief importers of U.S. sorghum, only second to China in purchases. “Creating new investment opportunities will always have a positive impact, which may transcend from simply ‘doing business’, entailing growth, creation of formal jobs, infrastructure and exchange of knowledge, impacting innovation in a positive manner that results in a cultural revolution impacting people´s lifestyles (improving them) and thus enhancing cooperation and commitment amongst countries,” said Patricia Esqueda U.S. Grains Council Marketing Specialist. “This is a strategic relation where we need each other to achieve a win-win situation.”

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Several DewEze and Rugby flatbeds in stock for the fall run sizes to fit all vehicles.

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HAY HIKER FOR SALE Morris 881 Hay Hiker self-loading, hauls 8 round bales................. $8000

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RETIREMENT SALE

1997 Agcostar 8360 4WD tractor, only 4378 hours, reliable Cummins N14 set at 400 hp, large quiet cab and smooth ride, excellent 710/70 radial tires, 18-speed transmission, OutBack Autosteer and GPS, meticulously serviced and maintained, stored inside.................$57,500 USD O.B.O. Phone (403) 502-3290

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Approximately 57.5 acres near Great Falls, MT. LIVE WATER throughout the property, every pasture has access to water. Perimeter and cross fenced. Irrigateable with water rights. 100x150 arena with 50-ft. round pen. Five(+) 16x32 covered horse pens, including one stud pen. Each pen equipped with outdoor outlets for water heaters. Very functional set up with breezeways, water pens, multiple gates, etc. Covered hay storage. Heated/insulated tack room; chicken coop; wood shed; 1500 gallon cistern (highly probable well sites, according to driller and records); larger septic; 2 bedroom/1 bath mobile home (plus mudroom), plenty of interior and exterior upgrades, (tongue and groove siding, new metal roof, new windows throughout entire house, bathroom and entryways have new tile, new subfloor throughout entire house), very well insulated......................................................................... $249,000

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What has agriculture done for Wyoming lately? By University of Wyoming Extension

Wyoming’s farms and ranches account for approximately 30.4 million acres of land and $22 billion in investments in land, buildings, machinery and equipment. Families, individuals, partnerships and family-held corporations account for 96 percent of the approximately 11,700 farms and ranches in the state. Wyoming agricultural production generated gross income of $2.1 billion in 2014. Grocery stores, feed stores, veterinarians, bulk fuel dealers, health care providers and restaurants benefit from the $2.1 billion in secondary impacts resulting from local spending by Wyoming agriculture. These are some of the insights presented in “The Economic Importance of Wyoming Agricultural Production,” a new four-page report from University of Wyoming (UW) Extension and the UW Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics. The report is available free at bit.ly/ UWEpubs. Economists David “Tex” Taylor, Thomas Foulke and Roger Coupal, authors of the report, estimate the total economic impact of the agricultural industry is double the gross income from agricultural production, for a total contribution of $4.2 billion to the Wyoming economy. “Agriculture plays an important role by bringing in outside revenue through export sales, and it provides economic diversity,” said Taylor. Wyoming’s 2.4 million acres of cropland, 1.3 million cattle and calves, 355,000 sheep and lambs, 85,000 hogs and pigs, 72,000 horses, 27,000 chickens, 9,000 goats and 3

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million pounds of honey also produce jobs. Taylor, Foulke and Coupal report the $4.2 billion of economic activity associated with agriculture supported an estimated 33,000 jobs directly and in support industries, with total labor income of nearly a billion dollars. From a government standpoint, Coupal found agriculture generates an estimated $77.5 million in tax revenue for Wyoming state and local governments yet costs only $0.54 in local government services for every $1.00 of revenue generated. Open space from private agricultural lands provides landscapes, lifestyles, wildlife habitat, and other ecosystem services that have economic value to both residents and visitors. A survey sponsored by the Wyoming Stock Growers Association, the Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust, The Nature Conservancy and the Ruckelshaus Institute at the University of Wyoming found that nearly 80 percent of Wyoming residents feel they benefit from the presence of farms and ranches in Wyoming. For more information, contact Taylor at 307-766-5682 or ttaylor@uwyo.edu. “The Economic Importance of Wyoming Agricultural Production” is among the many free guides, courses and videos from UW Extension that help extend skills in ranching, irrigation, small acreage management, succession, legacy and estate planning and more. YouTube video series from UW Extension include “Barnyards and Backyards,” “From the Ground Up” and “Exploring the Nature of Wyoming.”

Lardy named NDSU Extension interim director

By NDSU Extension Service Greg Lardy will serve as North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension’s interim director. Ken Grafton, vice president for Agricultural Affairs; North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station director; and College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources dean, made the announcement recently. Lardy was selected for the role after an internal search. His appointment began July 3 and will continue for at least a year, until a national search is conducted for a permanent Extension director, Grafton said. Lardy now serves as NDSU Animal Sciences Department head. He also carries a 30 percent appointment as associate vice president for Agricultural Affairs, which he will retain as interim Extension director. Lardy started his NDSU career in 1997 as state Extension beef cattle specialist and assistant professor. “We’re thrilled to have Greg sharing his skills as interim Extension director,” Grafton said. “As Extension beef specialist, he demonstrated his ability to work with stakeholders across the state, and he has continued providing leadership in various administrative functions. He is very well suited to lead Extension during this transition.” Lardy grew up on a Sentinel Butte, North Dakota, ranch and received his Bachelor of Science degree in animal and range sciences from NDSU, Master of Science degree in animal sciences from the University of Missouri, Columbia, and doctorate in animal sciences from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. “I’m excited for this opportunity to lead NDSU Extension as the interim director,” Lardy said. “My contact with NDSU Extension started as a 4-H member in Golden Valley County and now comes full circle with this role. “NDSU Extension makes positive impacts in the lives of North Dakotans on a daily basis,” Lardy added. “I look forward to serving the needs of North Dakota citizens by working with the talented employees in NDSU Extension and with our stakeholders to advance the organization in the upcoming year.” Grafton said, “Current Extension Director Chris Boerboom brought exceptional leadership and integrity to the position and will be missed, but we’re optimistic Greg will fill the void. We wish Chris the best in his retirement.”

K-State brings home several awards from national conference

By K-State Research and Extension News A Kansas State University professor and several graduate students were recognized for excellence in teaching recently by the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture. The awards were given at NACTA’s annual conference June 12-15 at Iowa State University. The conference provides an opportunity for teaching professionals in agriculture, food, and natural resources to connect and learn about new teaching techniques, ideas, and resources. Each year, NACTA recognizes individuals whose efforts represent the best in higher education instruction in agriculture. Members of NACTA are from public and private two-year and four-year colleges. The K-State Department of Agronomy brought home several teaching awards for 2018. Michel “Mickey” Ransom, professor of agronomy, received the NACTA Educator Award. In his 34-year career at K-State, Ransom has been involved in nearly every aspect of the college experience. In addition to teaching several undergraduate and graduate courses, he has served as the assistant head for teaching in the department since 2000. He has also invested in students through experiential learning as the soil judging team coach. The team has experienced regional and national success under his guidance. Ransom was recently named interim department head for agronomy. Three agronomy graduates were honored with the NACTA Graduate Student Teaching Award: Tiffany Carter, a doctoral candidate under the supervision of Charles Rice; Che-Jen “Jerry” Hsiao, a doctoral candidate under the supervision of Gretchen Sassenrath and Charles Rice; and Erin Bush, a master’s student under the supervision of Mickey Ransom. This award is for NACTA graduate student members that are involved in classroom instruction and excel as teachers in agriculture. To qualify for the award, a graduate student must have been involved in classroom teaching for a minimum of one year. A graduate student’s teaching philosophy, statement of support from supervising faculty, evaluations submitted by students and an administrative officer, a self-evaluation, involvement in teaching outside the classroom, and a description of the candidate’s specific teaching involvement are considered. All three K-State graduate students taught laboratory sections of an introductory soil science course under the supervision of Colby Moorberg. Bush also serves as a coach for the soil judging team and helps teach a class in soils judging.

Organic enforcement: Import oversight policies and updates

From Montana Department of Agriculture As part of the Enforcement Action Plan (https:// www.ams.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media/ActionUpdatePlanEnforcement.pdf) and building on recommendations from the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) National Organic Program (NOP) has released additional policy memos for importers and certifying agents, along with a report on the continued work to increase collaboration between federal partners at U.S. ports of entry. • Policy Memo 18-1 (https://www.ams.usda.gov/sites/ default/files/media/PM18_1FumigationofOrganicImports. pdf): Impact of Fumigation and Irradiation Requirements on Organic Imports • Policy Memo 18-2 (https://www.ams.usda.gov/sites/ default/files/media/PM18_2ProhibitedGrainSeedImport s.pdf): Impact of Prohibited Grain Seed Regulations on Organic Imports • Organic Import Oversight Report (https://www.ams.usda. gov/sites/default/files/media/NOPOIGResponse07312018. pdf): Collaboration Opportunities and Technology Needs Assessment NOP also recently published a Joint Letter (https://www. ams.usda.gov/content/joint-letter-paca-licensees-organiclabels-must-be-removed-fumigated-imports) clarifying requirements for Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act licensees who import commodities that fumigated agricultural products may not be labeled or sold as organic in the United States. NOP is committed to protecting the integrity of organic imports and maintaining a level playing field for the industry. Find more NOP updates at the Organic Insider Archive (https://www.ams.usda.gov/reports/organic-insider).

##### All told, including college students, and about 78 million kids head back to school every fall. That’s 25% of the entire U.S. population over 3 years old! ##### There are about 8 million teachers in the U.S. Add in parents, school staff, and retailers, and it’s hard to find someone not impacted by the Back to School exodus every year.

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John Deere 450G LT full rock guards, sweeps, PAT dozer, heavy 3-shank ripper, new tracks and sprockets......$27,500

Truck crane and bed with custom tool boxes, flatbed and hydraulics. $15,500 TRUCK NOT INCLUDED

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Vermeer bale processors help you make the best use of your bales with the least amount of labor, and give you the versatility you need to process round bales or large square bales with an optional kit. Changing the feeding location promotes a healthier open-range feeding environment and reduces manure-handling issues. Each processor quickly unrolls bales into windrows that give all the cattle equal feeding room. As the bales are processed, dust and mold are blown away and the hay is aerated, becoming more palatable for your herd. Reclaim and protect seeding areas by mulching straw and spreading it up to 40' (12.19 m) away.

NEW & USED EQUIPMENT

2-Vermeer BP7000 processors, 1 with scale............................CALL Vermeer 605N net, twine, floats..............................................CALL 2-Vermeer R2300 rakes, one season of use....................... $17,900 Vermeer 605XL, completely rebuilt...................................$14,600 Vermeer 555, rebuilt............................................................$9250 Beltec digger, multi-auger......................................................$3300 Worksaver 3 pt post pounder............................................... $1850 Used parts for 605F - 505I - 605J - 605K - 605L

HDPE pipe, fittings, and welder Geotherm Waterers & Parts In Stock

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2-Vermeer TM1410 trailed mower.......................................... NEW 2-Vermeer 605N round baler................................................. NEW 2-Vermeer R2300 twin rakes.................................................. NEW 2-Vermeer R2800 twin rake................................................... NEW 1-Vermeer VR1224 rake....................................................... NEW 2-Vermeer BPX9010 bale processors..................................... NEW 1-Highline 650 processor.....................................CALL FOR PRICE 3-Hayliner trailers, self-dumping, 42-ft. gooseneck, 8 bales....... NEW 5-Chisholm Trail bale beds, dumping beds, bale arms............. NEW 1-Vermeer R23A rake. Good condition.................................$9000 1-Hesston 565A round baler, net and twine..........................$4000 Net Wrap - Lowest Price for the Industry’s best Net Wrap 64” x 7000-ft..........................................CALL FOR PRICE Net Wrap 64” x 8800-ft..........................................CALL FOR PRICE

NEW & USED EQUIPMENT

Vermeer TM1410, 21’ cut...................................................... NEW Vermeer R2300 & R2800 rakes............................................ NEW Vermeer VR Series wheel rakes............................................. NEW Vermeer R23 used rake.......................................................$8000 Vermeer 605N baler............................................................. NEW Vermeer 605XL used baler .............................................$10,000 Vermeer 505I used baler.....................................................$6000 Vermeer BPX9010 bale processors........................................ NEW Vermeer BP8000, used bale processor..............................$12,000

NEW & USED EQUIPMENT

Vermeer 605N,.............................................................IN STOCK Vermeer 605M, twine, net, floats, ramp............................. $17,500 Vermeer 605SM....................................................... COMING IN Vermeer R2300, rakes, reconditioned...............................$14,500 Vermeer R2300, rake.........................................RENTAL RETURN H&S 12-wheel rake. 3 years old..............................................$8500 Highline CFR 650, chopper.................................RENTAL RETURN Hesston 9435, 16-ft. header, 1475 hours.................................CALL Hustler X5000, unroller......................................CALL FOR DEMO New Holland 14-wheel rake, new raking wheels................$12,500 Massey Ferguson WR9870 windrower............................$92,500 Case IH 1203 swather................................................ COMING IN Several John Deere tractors...................................... COMING IN

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Cox Ranch Equipment

Cliff Cox 406-594-2204, Winston, MT Nate Cox 406-594-2205, Winston, MT Shane Sereday 406-547-4749, White Sulphur Springs, MT coxranchequip@gmail.com Call about our remaining twine and net Dealer for Cloverdale Bale Retriever and TMR wagon

Call about McCormick Tractors Wichman Ag Supply, LLC 406-538-5686 or 350-2676 cell Hilger, MT Walter 406-350-0380

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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

Morris 50-ft. harrow. 1996 Chevrolet Cheyenne regular cab pickup, 4x4, V6, automatic, air conditioning..................................$3500 Call home 406-627-2202 or cell 406-289-0018, Ledger, MT

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David Hecker, shown with his Reserve Champion Goat at the Wibaux County Fair.

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How to calculate, apply Animal Unit Months

By University of Wyoming Extension How to estimate and calculate Animal Unit Months (AUM) and Animal Unit Equivalents to help manage for sustainable grazing and maintaining federal grazing permits is explained in a new bulletin from the University of Wyoming (UW) Extension. The information is in Animal Unit Month Concepts and Applications for Grazing Rangelands, B-1320. An AUM is the amount of airdry forage a 1,000-pound cow and her un-weaned calf will consume (the “Animal Unit”) in one month. AUMs are frequently used to determine sustainable stocking rates for grazing pastures and rangelands in the West. AUMs can also be useful for managing private lands grazing because they link animal demand with forage supply. The bulletin is available for free viewing and download by going to www.uwyo. edu/uwe and clicking on the Find a Publication link and entering the bulletin title or number. The publication is available in pdf, HTML or ePub formats. ##### When were the first garden hoses made? Around 400BC, of ox gut.

Wheatland hoop houses to provide for food bank, children

By University of Wyoming Extension Two hoop houses built in Wheatland through a statewide effort will extend the local growing season and provide fresh fruits and vegetables to the Platte County Food Bank this fall and to food bags for youths at risk of hunger. The hoop houses were built at Kids Kastle Daycare and First Christian Church Community Garden, said Mary Evans, Cent$ible Nutrition Program (CNP) assistant in Platte County. CNP is housed within the University of Wyoming (UW) Extension. “This is a fabulous opportunity to teach children where food comes from,” said Evans. “Students will have the chance to grow, harvest and try vegetables they may not otherwise see in their daily lives.” She coordinated the project with Julie Balzan, extension nutrition and food safety educator in the county, as part of CNP’s statewide hoop house building effort to increase access to local food for families and individuals with limited resources. The two structures were built July 16-19 through UW Extension and the James C. Hageman Sustainable Agriculture Research and Extension Center. Hoop houses this size usually take two days to build but each was done in 11 hours, said Evans. Those building the houses were extension specialist Jeff Edwards, who leads extension hoop house building projects, Challenge Academy Cadets Bravo Class 37, Ted Craig from the Wyoming Department of Agriculture specialty crops program, Leroy Jons, horticulturalist with Platte County Extension, and Balzan and Evans. Evans, Balzan and Jons along with Master Gardeners in Platte County will plant in the hoop houses. CNP is a USDA program funded by the Supplemental Nutrition Education Program and aims to make healthy food choices available for everyone in Wyoming communities. CNP provides nutrition education to those who incomequalify and partners with organizations and agencies across the state to make changes for healthier communities, said Evans.

##### Scientists believe global warming could affect autumn colors. As the world warms, leaves may delay changing their colors. Additionally, trees may not use their sugars to create red pigments; rather, they might send that fuel to growing new twigs. Global warming may also alter the habitats of trees, such as the sugar maple, which creates some of the most vibrant fall colors.

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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

1996 New Holland 9682 375 hp. tractor. 2002 John Deere 1820 53-ft. air hoe drill, 10” spacing. 1985 Versatile 5000 Series 351/2-ft. blade. Brandt hydraulic tail gate filler. Wilray 20-ft. bumper pull flatbed trailer, tandem axle, beavertail. All equipment ready to go to work.

Call (406) 378-3212, evenings, Big Sandy, MT

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RETIREMENT SALE

Cereal Implements 30-ft. self propelled swather (same as Massey), economical Isuzu diesel, only 709 hours, nice big cab with A.C., tractor unit shedded............................. .........................................................$21,500 USD O.B.O. Phone (403) 502-3290

GOLDEN TRIANGLE SEEDS Joplin & Rudyard Plant Phone 406-355-4333

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Sorghum Checkoff celebrates first collection anniversary

From sorghumcheckoff.com On July 1, 2008, the Sorghum Checkoff obtained its first collection as the load crossed the scales in El Campo, Texas. After more than two years of working to establish the United Sorghum Checkoff Program, the highly anticipated moment had finally arrived. The Sorghum Checkoff would like to express gratitude to all of those who have helped the organization reach this milestone. To celebrate, the Sorghum Checkoff launched a 10 Year Anniversary campaign. Visit our 10 Year Anniversary page (http://www. sorghumcheckoff.com/about-us/10-year-anniversary) for more information. The Sorghum Promotion, Research and Information Order was approved by USDA in May 2008 and began collecting assessments on July 1. National Sorghum Producers was known as “all things to all sorghum farmers” at the time; however, the Checkoff then became responsible for researching ways to improve the crop, educating producers about best management practices, promoting the crop, and disseminating important information to customers and consumers. The first USCP Board of Directors consisted of 13 members: • Earl Roemer - Scott City, Kansas • Dale Artho - Wildorado, Texas • Jeff Casten - Quenemo, Kansas • The late Troy Skarke - Claude, Texas • The late Bill Kubecka - Palacios, Texas • Bill Greving - Prairie View, Kansas • Greg Shelor - Minneola, Kansas • Jerry Van Zee - Platte, South Dakota • Stewart Weaver - Edmonson, Arkansas • James Vorderstrasse - Hebron, Nebraska • Gary Kilgore - Chanute, Kansas • Billy Bob Brown - Panhandle, Texas • Louise Rigdon - Blackwell, Oklahoma

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2015 John Deere 9470RT track tractor, 30” tracks, 18/6 PowerShift, PTO, 4 SCV’s, 58 gpm hydraulic pump, 1282 hours.......$283,500 2015 John Deere 8320R, IVT transmission, ILS with hydraulic diff lock duals, CommandView III cab, 85 gpm hydraulic pump, 6 remotes, 22 front weights, 4600 lb rear weight, approximatley 2000 hours. PowerGard warranty until January 2021 or 5000 hours........... ........................................................................................$235,000 2013 John Deere 8235R, 16 speed PowerShift, 7 inch display, 3 remotes, 1000 PTO, Cat 3 hitch, front and rear weights, 10,315 hours....................................................................................... Call 2017 John Deere 6155M, approximately 500 hours, cab, MFWD, PowerQuad transmission with left hand reverser, 640 loader/ grapple, 5 year, 5000 hour PowerGard.........................$135,900 2017 John Deere 6145M, MFWD, cab, PowrQuad transmission, left hand reverser, 640 loader, grapple, approximately 500 hours....... ........................................................................................$129,900 2015 John Deere 6110M, MFWD, cab, PowrQuad transmission, 3 SCV’s, approximately 400 hours, loader ready. PowerGard warranty until October 2022 or 5000 hours........................$88,000

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2017 John Deere W-235, 13-ft. 994 header, steel conditioner, 800 hours...............................................................................$129,900 2017 John Deere W-235, 13-ft. 994 header, steel conditioner, approximately 900 hours....................................................$129,900 2013 John Deere W-235, 16-ft. header, flail conditioner......$125,000 2014 New Holland 130 speedrower, 12-ft. header, urethane conditioner, 800 hours...............................................................$75,000 2005 Case IH WDX2302, 16-ft. header, 2024 hours..............$35,000

SQUARE BALERS

TILLAGE

2016 John Deere L340 3x4 square baler, tandem axle, roller chute, 6992 bales.......................................................................$117,500 2013 Massey Ferguson 2190 4x4 baler...............................$92,500 2011 Massey Ferguson 2190 4x4 baler, tandem axle, 41,503 bales. ...........................................................................................$77,500 2013 Massey Ferguson 2170 3x4 baler, 24,000 bales.........$78,000 2011 Massey Ferguson 2150 3x3 baler, single axle, knotter fans, roller chute, 10,700 bales..................................................$63,000 2009 Massey Ferguson 1841 16”x18” baler..........................$21,500

CONSIGNMENTS

MISCELLANEOUS

2018 John Deere 455 25-ft. grain drill, 6” spacing, grass, grain and fertilizer boxes.......................................................................... Call 2015 New Holland 9.35 telehandler, 1000 hours..................$89,000 2016 Newhouse C-5000 square bale feeder, tandem axle, only used one season........................................................................$47,500 Jiffy 950 round and square bale processor, cradle feeder. Good shape.................................................................................$15,750 2008 Haybuster 2650 round bale processor, right hand discharge, manual deflector, chute......................................................$12,900 Bale Boss 2 bale square bale processor..................................$7500 2011 John Deere 835 mower conditioner, 11.5-ft. cut, Impeller conditioner, 2-pt. hitch..............................................................$18,250 2009 John Deere 946 13-ft. mower conditioner, Impeller conditioner, clevis hitch, hydraulic swing, hydraulic lift..........................$21,750 2014 John Deere 630D header, transport kit........................$52,500 New Higgobotham hay squeeze for John Deere 544 Series front end loaders...............................................................................$12,000 New Holland 195 manure spreader, 350 bushel, flotation tires, top beater, hydraulic end gate.................................................$11,000 2005 Farm King grain auger, 10”x60-ft.....................................$5000 2012 John Deere RSX 850 gator, 15,000 miles.......................$8750 Worksaver 6-ft. rear blade..........................................................$575 12-ft. pasture harrow....................................................................$900

NEW John Deere 60G compact excavator

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NEW John Deere XUV 835M

NEW John Deere 344L wheel loader Many new John Deere skid loaders in stock

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SALES - SERVICE - PARTS

ATV’s - Utility Vehicles

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NEW CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT IN STOCK

2016 John Deere 2720 17.5-ft. disc ripper, 7 shank, narrow fold.Call 2014 Parma 24-ft. cultipacker, notched rollers, new S-tines...$57,500 2005 Parma 24-ft. cultipacker, notched rollers, S-tines..........$18,900 John Deere 995 7 bottom plow with Sterling packer.............$13,900

JOHN DEERE

1999 John Deere 945 mower conditioner, 13.5-ft. with flail conditioner.....................................................................................$8500 Case IH LB434 3x4 square baler, low bale count..................$88,900 2015 John Deere 569 round baler, net wrap and twine, MegaWide, hydraulic pickup, flotation tires, bale push bar, 6000 bales.$39,500 2000 John Deere 566 round baler, twine only, 19,431 bales....$8900 John Deere 7700 combine, 224 header, 3500 hours, hydraulic driven, bat reel, hydrostatic drive, air conditioner, rear spreader......$5000 2015 Frontier RC2072 rotary cutter, front and rear chain enclosures, shear bolt..............................................................................$1200

IN STOCK

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Pivot Track Fillers

JOHN DEERE

(2) 2014 New Holland 216 hydraulic v-rakes.........................$15,500 2014 Vermeer R2800 hydraulic v-rake. Nice shape...............$22,500 2013 Twin Star G2 27-ft. 5 bar hydraulic v-rake.....................$20,500

(2) 2018 John Deere 560M, net wrap and twine, 1000 PTO, flotation tires, MegaWide, hydraulic pickup, bale push bar................... Call 2017 John Deere 569, net wrap and twine, 1000 PTO, flotation tires, MegaWide pickup, hydraulic pickup, 9300 bales..............$40,900 2013 John Deere 569 Premium net wrap and twine, 1000 PTO, flotation tires, MegaWide with hydraulic pickup, push bar, approximately 18,500 bales.....................................................................$35,500 2010 John Deere 568, net wrap and twine, 1000 PTO, flotation tires, MegaWide, hydraulic pickup, bale push bar, 20,000 bales.$23,500 2002 John Deere 567, net wrap and twine, 1000 PTO, MegaWide, hydraulic pickup, bale push bar, 47,500 bales..................$11,900

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MILLS AUCTION CALENDAR September 22nd 39th Annual Fall Community Auction—Broadus, MT October 6th Willey Ranch Auction –Hulett, WY October 13th Annual Western Antique Auction—Broadus, MT October 20th Doug Mangen Estate Auction—Miles City, MT November 3rd Annual Coin & Antique Auction—Spearfish, SD

Mills Auction Service - Boyes, Montana www.mills-auction.com Home phone: 406-427-5317 or cell 605-645-9611

ITEMS FOR SALE

1999 Ford F550 XLT 4x4, loaded hauler, RV bed, 7.3 Power Stroke diesel, automatic, performance transmission, custom bumper, low miles, runs good, clean.............................$25,000 Fiat Allis 945B wheel loader, 7 yard bucket. Runs, as is.............$8500 obo 1979 Oshkosh front discharge cement mixer, 6x6, chassis only, 290 Big Cam Cummins, 8LL transmission. Runs good, great for water truck, etc... .......................................$10,500 obo

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Skytrak 9038 Telehandler 4x4x4, 9000 lb lift, 38-ft. lift height, turbo diesel, bucket and forks. Runs good, some leaks, 1st gear strong....$15,000

1995 Ford F800 service truck 8.3 Cummins, Allison, 30/60 transmission, PTO and pump, 5000# IMT crane with remote, air brakes, 11-ft. body, 70% tires, pintle hitch with electric brake control.....................$15,000

Drought driving more yellowjackets into backyards this year

By Kym Pokorny, OSU Extension Service of the way and unlikely to be encountered, Yellowjackets zeroing in on your steak the colony will be abandoned in the fall so and fruit salad as you dine al fresco can be these nest sites are best left alone. irritating, but don’t get out the pesticide yet. Before trying to treat the insects, consider “Yellowjackets have their place. Alsome other methods to reduce their presence though they can be seen as pests due to such as keeping garbage covered and fallen their attraction to our food when we are dinfruit picked up, Stoven said. Also, be careing outdoors, in typical scenarios they are ful around water spigots and water features, beneficial insects, feeding on insects such where they congregate during the hot days as caterpillars that might otherwise damof summer. Using traps around dining areas age your garden,” said Heather Stoven, a can help keep yellowjackets away from horticulturist with Oregon State University specific areas, but not large areas. (OSU) Extension Service. It’s easier to deal with these wasps if People are seeing larger numbers of yelyou know how they live. Yellowjackets lowjackets than usual in their yards and are heavy-bodied, with black and yellow gardens this year, according to Gail Langor white markings and live in gray, papery ellotto, an OSU Extension entomologist. nests, which are mainly located below “Oh, yes, they are cruising all over. It’s so ground but some are suspended above. dry in surrounding areas that gardens are Worker yellowjackets hunt for insects, providing them with things that unmanaged carrion or rotting fruit to carry back to the environments are not – like water.” nest to feed their nest-mates. If you acYou’ll also see them bellying up to flowcidentally come close to or contact a nest ers to eat pollen, another behavior prompted entrance, you’re likely to get stung. Workers by the dry conditions, and a big reason why vigorously defend the nest and queen. Their Langellotto and Stoven urge caution if you sting is more painful than honey bees and use a pesticide. normally no stinger remains in the skin. A “Bees are super concentrated, too,” Langsingle yellowjacket may sting more than ellotto said. “Gardens are a really important once. resource right now. I’m not fan of the pestiA queen is the epicenter of each nest and cides used to control yellow jackets. With a her sole responsibility is to lay eggs. She super-pressurized spray that can go 20 feet, begins a nest in the spring by laying a few so many things can go wrong.” eggs and raising the adults. Workers proviCertainly, caution should be taken around sion, expand and defend the nest. yellowjackets, especially if you find a nest As spring and summer pass, the nest in an area where you spend a lot of time. However, if a nest is in a location that is out CONTINUED ON PAGE C8

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60+ new units added this month! Contact your local salesman to be the first to hear about new inventory!

AIR DRILLS

Get a jump start on fall seeding with one of our disk or hoe drills in stock! Variety of widths and spacings available!

#62880

2017 John Deere 1890 60-ft., 7.5” spacing, all run blockage, 550 bushel TBH cart, 12” conveyor, KSI extension, hydraulic drive w/section command. Stock #62880.... $315,000 (1) 2009 John Deere 1830 60-ft., 12” spacing, single shoot, all run blockage, 350 bushel TBH cart, variable rate auger. Stock #59784.......... .................................................. $104,500 (1) 2014 Seedmaster TXB CT 65-ft., 10” spacing, double shoot, variable rate, sectional control, 780 bushel TBH cart, 520 bushel dry, 260 bushel liquid, conveyor. Stock #62094........... ................................................ $192,500 (11) 2011 Seedhawk 6612 66-ft., 12” spacing, double shoot, 500 bushel TBH variable rate cart & 2500 gallon liquid cart, 10” auger. Stock #58822...................................... $149,000 (1)

#56800

SELF PROPELLED SPRAYERS

Self-propelled sprayers that have been reconditioned, and most include complete GPS systems

#59836

2009 Morris Maxim II 60-ft., 10” spacing, single shoot, 1” carbide tips, AgTron primary blockage, 2012 450 bushel TBT cart, 10” auger. Stock #58850............................ $99,500 (14) 2012 Case IH Precision 800 70-ft., 12” spacing, all run blockage, 430 bushel TBT variable rate cart,

#58822

2016 John Deere R4038 100-ft. booms, 20” nozzle spacing, 1000 gallon, IF 420/80R46 tires, deluxe lighting, manual solution control, 1211 hours. Stock #59836..................... ...............................................$247,000 (15) 2014 John Deere 4940 120-ft. booms, 20” spacing, hydraulic tread adjust, 380/150R50 tires, turnkey GPS, extended warranty thru June 2019, 1700 hours. Stock #60347......... .................................................$227,500 (1) 2009 John Deere 4930 132-ft. booms, 20” spacing, hydraulic tread adjust, 480/90R50 tires, Boom Trac 5 leveling, deluxe cab, 3750 hours. Stock #61725...............$115,000 (14)

#61016

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#60347

2009 Marflex Field Star 1500 120-ft. booms, 1500 gallon tank, 2009 International, automatic transmission, 380/90R46 tires, Raven guidance. Stock #61016...........$109,000 (1) 2008 Apache 1010 100-ft. booms, 20” spacing, 1000 gallon poly tank, Trimble guidance. Stock #61812...........................$87,500 (14)

CALL US WITH YOUR EQUIPMENT NEEDS TODAY!! Railroad Ties

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

1=Conrad: 888-397-6851 2=Cut Bank: 888-673-9310 3=Choteau: 888-728-9254 4=Dillon: 888-213-2793

11=Lewistown: 800-823-3373 12=Havre: 800-621-5701 13=Chester: 406-759-5010

14=Great Falls: 888-760-2005 15=Belgrade: 866-282-3337 16=Livingston: 800-824-3932

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60+ new units added this month! Contact your local salesman to be the first to hear about new inventory!

4WD TRACTORS

In stock options include: PTO, high flow hydraulics, and complete GPS guidance systems!

#60308

100 HP+ MFWD TRACTORS

30+ total units We have the perfect tractor to help your work day go smoother!

UTV’s

Great side-by-side options with glass or poly cabs, power dump box, power steering, and many more options

#60410

#61385

2018 John Deere 9620R 18/6 Powershift, 5 SCVs, no 3 PT, no PTO, Premium CommandView III cab, hi-flo hydraulics, dual IF 800/70R30 tires, turnkey GPS. Extended warranty until 2023 - 250 hours. Stock #63373................................... $440,000 (12) 2016 John Deere 9470R 18 speed Powershift, IF 800/55R46 tires, 1000 PTO, 4 SCVs, 59 GPM pump w/Power Beyond, heavy weight package. Extended warranty until 2019 - 739 hours. Stock #60796............... $299,000 (12) 2013 John Deere 9560R 18/6 Powershift, big hydraulic pump, 30” 5500 Durabilt tracks, Power Beyond & Case drain kits, tow cable, Idler weight package, turnkey GPS, 1420 hours. Stock #60308................. $285,500 (1)

#60796

2014 Buhler 550 Powershift, Hi-Flo hydraulics, PTO, 6 SCVs, differential lock, 900/60R42 tires. Stock #62092................. $262,500 (11) 2000 Caterpillar CH75E, 10 speed powershift, 4 SCV’s, 3-pt., 25” tracks, EZ-Steer system included, 340 hp. Stock #61356.................... ................................................. $53,900 (15) 1993 John Deere 8770 300 hp, 24/6 partial P/S, 4 SCVs, PTO, differential lock, reman engine less than 300 hours ago, 18.4x46 duals. Stock #61775..................... $49,900 (11) 1991 Case IH 9270 335 hp, 12/3 Synchro transmission, 4 SCVs, no 3 PT, no PTO, 24.5x32 duals. Stock #60371..... $45,000 (1)

Railroad Ties $8.00/tie

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

2015 John Deere 8320R IVT, 5 SCV’s, 3 point, PTO, CVIII cab, dual 380/90R54 rear tires, dual 380/80R38 front tires, 269 PTO hp, dual hydraulic pump, 1100 hours. Stock #62619. .................................................$252,500 (1) 2013 John Deere 8310R IVT, ILS, 60 GPM hydraulic pump, 5 SCVs, PTO, 480/80R50 rear duals, 420/85R34 front duals, 3275 hours Stock #58263.........................$199,000 (14) 2015 John Deere 6145M 20/20 AutoQuad plus ECO, 3 SCVs, 3 point, PTO, cold weather package, Power Beyond kit, 640R loader w/ grapple. Extended warranty until 3/2019 450 hours Stock #61385........$141,150 (11) 2016 John Deere 6145M 24/24 PowerQuad Plus w/LH reverser, standard cab, PTO, 3 SCVs, cold start package, 640R loader w/ grapple, 600 hours. Stock #62354................ ...............................................$125,000 (14) 2016 Case IH Puma 185 CVT transmission, 4 SCVs, 3 point, PTO, L775 loader, bucket & grapple, 395 hours. Stock #62279................ ...............................................$148,500 (11) 2006 Case IH MX175 Powershift, MFWD, 4 SCVs, 3 point, PTO, 161 engine hp, 145 PTO hp, LX172 loader. Stock #59776.......... ...................................................$59,900 (2)

GRAIN HANDLING

Help your harvest go smoother with a used auger or grain cart!

2014 Brandt 13x110 auger, 1000 PTO, hydraulic winch & mover. Stock #58949..... ............................................. $27,900 (2) 2016 Brandt 10x35 auger, EZ mover, winch, soft start, reversible gear box. Stock #60883....................... $16,500 (2) 2014 Harvest International H1392 auger, 13x92 swing hopper w/auger, new hydraulic winch, hopper mover. Stock #63043................................. $13,000 (1) Brent 1282 grain cart, 1200 bushel, PTO drive, hydraulic spout, tarp, high flotation singles. Stock #61534.......... $53,900 (3) Degelman Shuttlekart 800 800 bushel cart, large 1000 PTO, Shur-Lock tarp. Stock #56846..................... $19,500 (14) Loftness XLB10 10-ft. grain bagger, like new. Stock #59906............. $35,000 (11)

2016 John Deere 825i Gator full cab with glass roll down windows, heater, front and rear fenders, only 95 hours! Stock #60410.. ...................................................$21,900 (4) 2015 John Deere 825i Gator deluxe glass cab w/poly doors, roll down window, heater, bench seat. Stock #61868........$16,500 (14) 2011 John Deere 825i Gator full glass cab, power dump box, roof lights, turn signals & horn kit. Stock #61358..............$12,500 (14) 2011 John Deere 825i Gator no power steering, Curtis poly cab w/doors and heater, alloy wheels. Stock #61742...........$11,250 (1)

SKID STEERS AND CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

Units are going fast! Wheeled or track skid steers in stock now!

#61484

2015 John Deere 326E skid steer, cab, air conditioning, foot controls, air ride seat, beefy baby tires, 78” bucket. Stock #61487.. ...................................................$53,900 (3) 2014 John Deere 320E wheeled skid steer, 69 hp, canopy, 3-way switchable controls, standard hydraulic pump, cold start package. Stock #61484.............................$43,500 (3) 2007 John Deere CT322 skid steer, newer tracks, 82 hp, cab w/air and heat, 84” bucket, standard flow hydraulics. Stock #62360....... .................................................$26,000 (15) 2015 Case SV300 skid steer, 90 hp, wheeled, cab, air conditioning, 84” bucket, air ride seat, hand controls. Stock #61369............... .................................................$46,500 (12)

COMBINES

50+ total units - includes 15 John Deere S-series combines with service records, fully inspected and field ready!

#59190

2016 John Deere S690 507 engine/331 separator hours, advanced Powercast tailboard, tri-stream rotor, fixed speed feederhouse, extended warranty until 2020. Stock #59103 .................................................$375,000 (1) 2017 John Deere S680 252 engine/198 separator hours, 800/70R38 singles, Powerfold grain tank covers, complete GPS system. Stock #59190...........................$385,000 (1) 2014 John Deere S680 1081 engine/779 separator hours, 900/60R32 tires, advanced Powercast tailboard, Pro-Drive transmission, Powerfold grain tank covers, turnkey GPS. Stock #63273...........................$247,500 (1) 2014 John Deere S670 1392 engine/968 separator hours, dual 520/85R42 tires, Powercast tailboard, manual grain tank extension, turnkey GPS. Stock #62373...$220,000 (12)

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2012 Lexion 740 997 engine/630 separator hours, PRWD, dual 520/85R42 tires, lateral tilt feederhouse, manual fold grain tank, twin rotor chopper w/spreader vein. Stock #61318.....................................$169,900 (4) 2015 Case IH 8240 585 engine/405 separator hours, dual 520/85R42 tires, HD lateral tilt feederhouse, manual spreaders, luxury cab. Stock #63194...........................$289,000 (3) 2008 Case IH 2588 1508 engine/1185 separator hours, lateral tilt feederhouse, rock trap, yield & moisture monitor, Case IH 1010-30 auger header. Stock #62828..$119,900 (15) 2003 Agco Gleaner R75 30.5L-32 singles, fixed speed feederhouse, chopper, yield monitor. Stock #61344..............$94,500 (14)

COMBINE HEADS

HUGE Header Blowout! Call your local dealership today to get in on these HOT prices! Don’t miss out on these deals. 2015 John Deere 640D pickup reel, transport w/lights. Stock #59328..............$40,000 (14) 2013 John Deere 640D integrated transport, fully reconditioned & field ready. Stock #52026.......................................$30,000 (1) 2012 John Deere 640D single point hookup, poly tine pickup reel, road transport w/lights. Stock #58844.............................$25,000 (1) 2011 John Deere 640D poly tine pickup reel, road transport w/lights, new drapers. Stock #16066.......................................$25,000 (1) 2009 John Deere 635D slow speed transport, pickup reel. Stock #54831........$25,000 (12)

BALE PROCESSORS

Great used bale processors in stock now. New inventory arriving soon!

2013 Haybuster 2800 handles round & square bales, 1000 PTO, RH deflector. Stock #60400...................................... $22,900 (3) 2008 Haybuster 2800 handles round & square bales, RH discharge, hydraulic deflector. Stock #60116............................ $20,500 (1) 2012 Haybuster 2650 1000 PTO, RH discharger, hydraulic deflector, flotation tires. Stock #62319............................ $15,500 (3) Vermeer BP7000 like new, LH discharge, shedded. Stock #63408............. $12,000 (3)

1=Conrad: 888-397-6851 2=Cut Bank: 888-673-9310 3=Choteau: 888-728-9254 4=Dillon: 888-213-2793

11=Lewistown: 800-823-3373 12=Havre: 800-621-5701 13=Chester: 406-759-5010

14=Great Falls: 888-760-2005 15=Belgrade: 866-282-3337 16=Livingston: 800-824-3932

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FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

• 1975 John Deere 7520 tractor with 8000 hours. • 1975 John Deere 7700 diesel combine, 3520 hours. • 1962 Ford F700 truck, V8 engine, box and hoist. • 1962 GMC 4000 truck, V6 engine, box and hoist. Call Jerry at (406) 724-3387 Richland, MT

ITEMS FOR SALE

New Holland BR780 baler............................................Call Reversing fan for a Case IH 4420 sprayer. Craftsman riding mower. John Deere 1293 corn header. BBC power plant, set rating 230, KW 287, volts 480 - 240 120/208, 783 hours, automatic transfer switch. Hammermill with galvanized overhead 4 compartment feed storage. 1/4 mile wheel line. Fronius 3200 welder, aluminum push pull gear, (2) up down guns, lower hours. Miscellaneous aluminum 2” balls. Drywall guns, drills, tools.......................................Just Ask

Call for Prices, 406-945-5991, Jonathan

Sliding horses

Once confined to the United States, reining is now an international event gaining immense popularity. Wearing western tack, horses work exact patterns similar to ice figure skaters. Patterns include flying lead changes, sliding stops, roll backs, and spins. The sliding stop is amazing. Wearing special shoes, the horses lower their hindquarters and slide to stops that can measure up to 20 feet in distance. Choreographed music is sometimes added, known as freestyle reining, as well as events for riders performing without a bridle.

Vibrance Extreme

Phone 406-378-2112 – After hours: Roger Terry 406-378-3220

WINTER WHEAT SEED We treat with Vibrance Extreme, Cruiser, Cruiser Max Cereal, and Nipsit

Clearfield varieties • Judee • Decade • Brawl CL2 • Clearstone CL2 • Yellowstone Put Clearfield technology to work reducing cheatgrass and wild oat problems • Bearpaw • Warhorse • Others available Even if we don’t have it listed - WE CAN GET IT!

Willow Creek

Beardless Forage Winter Wheat up to 5-tons/acre, irrigated Call Roger or Jason for details

Pre-Order Your Cake For Fall 406-378-2112 Big Sandy, MT

After hours: Roger Terry 406-378-3220 Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Drought driving more yellowjackets into backyards CONTINUED FROM PAGE C6

grows and new workers assume their role. By the end of summer, nests may contain hundreds or thousands of workers. By August or September, their population is at its highest. By fall, yellowjacket nests have produced a crop of new queens and males. By the first frost, most workers and queens leave the nest to find a protected spot to spend the winter. They emerge in spring to begin the cycle again. Only new queens survive the winter, however, and they almost never reuse the previous year’s nest. If you feel you have no choice but to destroy a yellowjacket nest, you must first locate its entrance, said Langellotto. Wear protective gear that covers your skin, and carefully mark the nest entrance. This will help you to find and treat the nest on a cool night when workers are inside and relatively calm. Use an insecticide that is labelled for yellowjacket control and follow all directions for use. A quick-acting, knockdown pesticide should be used, to keep yellowjackets from flying out of the nest. Do not use a flashlight when treating a yellowjacket nest at night. The wasps are attracted to light. Use the least toxic product first; choose a product with “Caution” on the label rather than “Warning” or “Danger.” Don’t pour petroleum products into ground nests. It is dangerous, environmentally harmful and illegal. Use products specifically made for yellowjacket control only. Be sure to read and follow the pesticide product label. Remember, the label is the law. Non-toxic yellowjacket traps are available in yard and garden stores. The most effective use a synthetic attractant to lure worker yellowjackets into the trap. Fruit juice or meat can be used as attractants as well. Traps may provide temporary relief by drawing workers away from people, but they are not effective for area-wide nest control. Persons particularly sensitive to yellowjacket venom should be extra cautious in late summer and early fall when the insects are most numerous. Enlist the help of someone not as sensitive if you need to spray a nest. Other wasps are mud daubers and paper wasps. Mud daubers collect bits of wet soil to take back to their nests, usually a mud tube. Paper wasps build small, open nests that are suspended vertically from a horizontal surface, such as under an eave, bush or tree branch. Their long legs and thin “waists” distinguish paper wasps. Both mud daubers and paper wasps are less aggressive and normally will not sting or swarm when away from their nest.

Mother’s dictionary

Bottle feeding: An opportunity for Daddy to get up at 2 am too. Defense: What you’d better have around de yard if you’re going to let the children play outside. Drooling: How teething babies wash their chins. Dumbwaiter: One who asks if the kids would care to order dessert. Family planning: The art of spacing your children the proper distance apart to keep you on the edge of financial disaster. Feedback: The inevitable result when the baby doesn’t appreciate the strained carrots. Full name: What you call our child when you’re mad at him. Grandparents: The people who think your children are wonderful even though they’re sure you’re not raising them right. Independent: How we want our children to be as long as they do everything we say. Puddle: A small body to water that draws other small bodies wearing dry shoes into it. Show off: A child who is more talented than yours. Sterilize: What you do to your first baby’s pacifier by boiling it and to your last baby’s pacifier by blowing on it. Storeroom: The distance required between the supermarket aisles so that children in shopping carts can’t quite reach anything. Temper tantrums: What you should keep to a minimum so as to not upset the children. Top bunk: Where you should never put a child wearing Superman jammies. Verbal: Able to whine in words. Whodunit: None of the kids that live in your house. Whoops: An exclamation that translates roughly into “get a sponge.”

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If you have items you want advertised in the October 2018 issue THE VERY LATEST WE CAN ACCEPT THEM is September 26th.

1993 Ingersoll Rand 160cfm air compressor, John Deere diesel, trailer mounted, 230 hours, one owner.

The Great Plains toad must find shade and moisture on the prairie to survive the summer heat.

How hot is it?

By Bruce Auchly, FWP Region 4 Information Officer Here’s nothing new: It’s been hot recently. How hot? So hot, I saw a dog chasing a cat and they were both walking. So hot I’m being forced to use passive verbs. Okay, for those who suffer from the heat, extreme temperatures are no joke. However, maybe nature can teach us a few tricks to cope. In late summer, prairie amphibians, like the Great Plains toad are underground, waiting out the heat wave. All amphibians begin their lives in water, developing from eggs to swimming larvae (tadpoles) to adult frogs, toads or salamanders. Adult frogs focus on permanent water sources. Toads, and salamanders to a degree, are more tolerant of dry land and droughts. Because amphibians have weak lungs, they also breathe through their skin, which can only occur if their bodies are moist. And right now, there’s not a lot of moisture on the surface of Montana’s prairie. So, toads and salamanders must find a moist burrow or dig one. Then they wait for night or a rain shower to emerge and seek insects. See, it’s not just teenagers that sleep in the basement all day and only come out at night. By late summer, insect species have changed. While the mosquito season has peaked and waned, grasshoppers are numerous and breeding. As any good angler knows, ‘hoppers are abundant now. Put one on a hook or use an imitation in a stream or river and you may catch a big trout. Most grasshoppers breed in late summer and die before winter. Remember the Aesop fable about the ants and the grasshopper? The one where a starving grasshopper in autumn asks a family of ants for a bite of food. Forget it, the ants say, you played all summer while we worked. I think there’s a lesson here. But, ouch. Anyway, grasshopper eggs overwinter in the soil. Then, depending on the species, they develop in spring and summer, just in time for hungry prairie songbirds and their nestlings to devour. Thank you, frivolous grasshopper. Speaking of birds, many have already headed south for the winter. Those still here are rarely active at midday. And if it’s too hot, some birds get rid of extra body heat by panting. They expel through their lungs warm, moist air from overheated internal tissues. The common nighthawk (it’s a bird but not a hawk) uses a peculiar method, going into a deep, deep sleep, called torpor, almost like a summer hibernation. To avoid predators, the nighthawk, a relative of the whip-poor-will of the South, relies on its camouflage as it slumbers away in the heat of the day. In late summer, mammals lay low by day and become active at night. Think bears and raccoons. That’s not difficult to imagine. What would you do while wearing a fur coat this time of year? To beat the heat, many mammals now wear a summer coat, different from their winter-time garb. White-tailed deer, for example, shed their thick winter hair and replace it with thinner reddish-brown hair. By the early fall, their winter hair grows through the summer coat to create a gray or grayish-brown coat. Elk are similar. Right now, they sport their summer hair, a deep reddish-brown color with little or no under coat, giving them a sleek look. But their winter coat has started to grow already and by early September, they are changing into their darker, thicker winter coat. Perhaps nature offers you a clue on how to stay cool till the fall: Work at night, wear lighter clothing. Or just suffer and remember how cold you were six months ago.

2001 Ford F550 cab chassis, 7.3 diesel, automatic, 84” CA, 156,437 miles.

2004 Chevy K3500 4x4, flatbed Duramax diesel, automatic, air conditioning, 168,00 miles, clean.

1997 International truck tractor, N14 Cummins, 13 speed transmission, rear pintle, only 175,000 miles

1992 Case 621 front end loader, grapple fork, 3rd valve, full cab, low hours.

2008 Sterling mechanics truck, 8000 lb. crane, 160 CFM PTO air compressor, welder, only 25,000 miles, like new

2002 International crew cab service truck, 160 cfm PTO air compressor, crane, diesel, automatic, under CDL, 107,000 miles.

2000 Peterbilt 379 Cat C15 (6NZ), 18 speed, lift axle, lockers, low miles.

1987 Freightliner truck tractor, NTC400 Cummins, 13 speed, air ride, 418,000 miles, one owner, clean

1991 Case 580 SuperK backhoe, full cab, only 1563 original hours, wobble sticks, extra clean

2012 International truck tractor, 450 hp, 13 speed, full locking rear ends, 272,000 miles, one owner, clean.

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RENN Jiffy

RENN Grain Bagger

Exceptional Performance and Durability

Model

Tunnel Width

Auger Diameter

Capacity* bu/hr

Conveyor Option

RGB1016

10’

16”

18,000

30” (W) x 24’ (L)

RGB1020C

10’

20”

33,000

n/a

RGB1220

12’

20”

33,000

30” (W) x 24’ (L)

RENN Mill Center Inc. has a corporate policy of continuous improvement and development; therefore models and specifications are subject to change without any advance notice.

* Based on surge hopper loading

RENN Mill Center Inc., RR#4 Lacombe, AB T4L 2N4 Call the factory to find your local dealer.

TEL:

403-784-3518 | www.rennmill.com

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HAY FOR SALE

(50 ton) barley hay, no nitrate feed test..................$90/ton (150 ton) sanfoin hay, feed test...............................$90/ton Call 406-788-8803, Great Falls, MT area. Leave message

PLOWS FOR SALE 2-John Deere F680A 5-bottom moldboard plows (hooked together - total 10 bottom), 14” shears, mid 1960’s year, 1 extra bottom, manual included, excellent condtion............................................ $3000 Phone Randall Tyler, 406-376-3202, Gildford, MT

HELP WANTED

• Looking for full time FARM HAND • Must be able to operate farm equipment with GPS, 60-ft. drills/cultivators, sprayers, swather, baler, semis (CDL’s not required). Housing may be available. Competitive hourly wage. Call Leonard 406-949-0208 or Jason 406-949-4851 Toston, MT

Kirsten Johnson won the Grand Champion Goat award at the Wibaux County Fair.

SPECIALTY TOOL & ATTACHMENT Providing Quality Equipment to Increase Productivity

Mobile Mud Hog Concrete Mixer/Dispenser

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In-Stock GPD30 Gas Drivers Mention this ad!

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* Your Fence Equipment Supplier * 596 Gateway Drive, Powell, WY

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Chic Harbine Sales 8360 Hwy 10 West Missoula, MT

2005 Peterbilt 378 550 Cat, 18 speed, 20,000 lb. front, 46,000 lb. rears w/double differential locks, 13,500 lb. steerable lift axle, 2 line wet kit, low boy ramps, wet kit..... $55,000

406-549-1047 or 544-0655

2000 Kenworth T800 dump truck, 475 Cat, 8LL transmission, 18,000 lb. fronts, 46,000 lb. rears with double 2009 GMC C7500 single axle dump differential locks, double steering, truck, Isuzu diesel, 6 speed, 5-5 yard double frae, 16-ft. box, plumbed for a 10-ft. box, good condition......$18,500 pup, fleet maintained, extra solid old truck......................................$39,500

Check out our website: www.chicharbineequipment.com 1998 Sturdyweld 4-axle gravel pup, 18-ft. aluminum box, tarp, steerable front and rear axles, very good condition.....................................$19,500

1998 Trail King TK70HT 482 48-ft. hydraulic folding beavertail, hydraulic ramp on front........................$25,000

Many other construction trucks & trailers available

1999 International 4700 utility truck, DT 466, 230 hp, 7 speed, 125 cfm hydraulic drive air compressor, 20,000 lb winch,11-ft. service body, 90,000 total miles..................$12,500

1996 Workman Jobber 3 axle gravel pup, 15-ft. steel box, 60” axle spread, adjustable tongue, good condition..$14,500

Kansas Wheat Alliance set to release new white wheat variety

By K-State Research and Extension News The president of the Kansas Wheat Alliance says that millers and bakers are hailing the upcoming release of a hard white wheat variety, saying that the new wheat is of excellent baking quality. Daryl Strouts says that producers in the state may soon be thrilled, as well: The variety is resistant to many wheat diseases common in the state and should provide an improved tolerance to pre-harvest sprouting. “The thing that it really brings out is quality,” Strouts said. “We’ve gotten a lot of good feedback from millers and bakers on it and they really like the quality of this one. It seems to be yield competitive with Joe, which is the leading white wheat in southwest Kansas right now.” The new variety, called KS Venada, was developed by Guorong Zhang, wheat breeder at Kansas State University’s Agricultural Research Center in Hays. KS Venada will be made available to certified seed producers this fall, and available to producers next year. Strouts noted that KS Venada is better suited for central Kansas, “south of Wichita, over to Enid and Pratt,” he said. “It will certainly perform well in western Oklahoma, western Kansas and even into eastern Colorado.” He added that the variety is ideal for farmers who want to try a white wheat but have been concerned about pre-harvest sprouting: “I think this is one that could fit them.” Strouts said that the variety carries good resistance to common wheat diseases, but doesn’t have wheat streak mosaic resistance, so it’s not likely to be pushed heavily in western Kansas. White wheat varieties are often favored for their baking quality, and Strouts said KS Venada “is going to be one of those better quality ones.” The non-profit Kansas Wheat Alliance, which works closely with K-State to get new varieties out to farmers, will coordinate the release of KS Venada. KWA has been managing new releases from the university for 10 years and has contributed more than $7 million to wheat breeding through its programs, according to Strouts. More information about the Kansas Wheat Alliance is available at http://kswheatalliance.org.

Hippotherapy

A major international movement in the horse industry is equine-assisted therapy. Horses, therapeutic riding instructors, and professional therapists work together to benefit the lives of people with physical and mental disabilities. The term hippotherapy means treatment with the help of the horse. In the equine-assisted therapy movement, there are three popular teaching methods: riding, driving and vaulting. Instructors earn certification for these techniques through various organizations.

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Big Sky Equipment Co. Phone 406-278-3277 Sales Toll-free 1-800-332-7541 Kurt Christiaens 279-3486 home, 450-3277 cell FAX 1-406-278-7882 Gary Brown 278-3373 home, 788-9033 cell Conrad, Montana website: www.4newholland.com

APACHE SPRAYERS

Fantastic saving s and used Apac available on all new he sprayers in stock

2012 Apache AS1020 self-propelled, Top-Con X20 with RTK, Auto-Steer, Auto-Boom, 100-ft. booms, 5 section control...............$159,900...............PRICE REDUCED...........$139,500 2012 Apache AS1020 self-propelled, 1000 gallon, 100-ft. boom, 3-way Tee Jet, Envisio Pro Raven monitor, Auto Boom, Accu Boom, Smart Trax..........................................$134,900 2011 Apache AS1020 self-propelled, 42” crop clearance, 100-ft. boom, 5 ball valves, Raven Envizio monitor, Autosteer, Auto Boom,AccuBoom, inductor..................................$156,500 PRICE REDUCED..................................................................................................$139,500

SPRAYERS

Parts - After Hours Emergency 450-3227

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

USED COMBINES

2007 Case IH 2588 combine, rock trap, yield and moisture............................... Just Traded 2008 Case IH 7010 combine, yield and moisture, lateral tilt............................... Just Traded New Holland TR75, Ford engine, hydro drive, 2004 Case IH 2388 combine, yield and moisgood rubber, 960 22-ft. header with batt ture, rock trap, hopper topper, long unload reel. Good machine for only....... $16,995 auger................................... Just Traded Case IH 1680 combine, rock trap.... $17,900 Case IH 1480 combine with 810 24-ft. header................................................ $12,500

TRACTORS

NEW & USED HEADERS

Versatile 900 tractor........................ $5995

2009 Miller Condor A75 self-propelled, stainless steel tank, Raven Viper Pro monitor, SmartTrax, UltraGlide auto boom.................................................................................................$89,900 2012 Summers Ultimate NT suspended boom sprayer, 100-ft. booms, 1650 gallon tank.. .............................................. Just Traded

USED HAYING EQUIPMENT MacDon A30-D mower conditioner........Call

New Holland 688 round baler, net/twine..... .................................................... $11,900 New Holland 688 round baler, net/twine..... .................................................... $11,900 New Holland 688 round baler, net/twine..... .................................................... $11,900

GREAT VALUE ON ALL DRILLS IN STOCK 2004 New Holland SD440 51-ft. air drill with

380 cart, 12” spacing, single shoot, blockage sensor.................................... $62,500 Case IH ATX400 air drill with ATX3380 cart. .............................................................Call Ezee-On 7400 40-ft. air drill, 12” spacing, 160 bushel cart, ground driven fan. Very good condition........................................ $18,900

TRAILER

Flexi-Coil S67XL wheel boom, 120-ft. wheel boom, manual fold, 1500 gallon tank, FlexControl or Raven interface, TeeJet double nozzle bodies, inductor cone, hydro pump, 6 ball valves, foam marker, windscreens, 18.4x26 diamond tires (U21171) Reduced............................................ $5995

Compare to new at close to $100,000

2005 Trail-Eze 80HT drop deck equipment trailer with 2-stage hydraulic tail, 80,000 lb GVW, triple axle, hydraulic winch, slide outs widen to 13-ft., good rubber............. Was $52,500......................Now $49,900

2009 Case IH RB564 round baler, net/twine. Good condition........................... $21,900 Vermeer 605SM baler............................Call

BALE PROCESSORS

Now stocked with the industry leading Highline CRF650 bale processors Call today for pricing Bale King 880 bale processor........... $9500 Vermeer BPX7000 bale processor.... $8995

New Holland BigBaler 340S

with bale chamber extension. Very few bales, new condition.

2013 New Holland 840CD-30...............Call MacDon D60 45-ft. draper header with pickup reel, transport. Let’s Deal!...................... Was............................................ $67,900 Drastically Reduced................. $52,900 Case IH 1010-30 combine header............... ............................................. Just Traded Case IH 1010 30-ft. header, batt reel, oilbath wobble drive................... Let’s Deal Case IH 1010 30-ft. header, batt reel, oilbath wobble drive................ Just Traded Case IH 1015 combine pickup header......... ............................................. Just Traded Case IH 1015 pickup header....... Let’s Deal Case IH 1015 pickup header....... Let’s Deal 1995 Case IH 1015 15-ft. pickup header, Victory attachment......................... $8995 Case IH 1015 15-ft. pickup header, Victory attachment..................................... $6500 Case IH 1015-12 pickup header........ $4900 International 810 13-ft. pickup header, Rakeup raking pickup. Very little use..... $8995

MISC. EQUIPMENT

John Deere 1600 chisel plow, 35-ft., set up with liquid fertilizer kit..................... $4995

SKID STEER LOADERS

We are carrying an excellent selection of skid steer loaders with great pricing available. Huge inventory of pallet forks and bale spears on hand, call today.

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HORSE PROPERTY!

20.85 acres, Live Creek, incredible lighted horse arena! Spacious, open 1920 sf home! Cathedral ceiling in family room, newly updated ceramic tile bath, new flooring in master bath, large bedrooms, master bedroom with walk-in closet, large living room off kitchen, excellent floor plan. Half-insulated and heated 40x70 frame built shop with concrete floor and footings, 6 stalls, hay loft, running water. Property fenced and some cross fence. Shelter belt, (2) 1500 gallon cisterns, septic, existing well to water lawn. Looking for a turn-key, move-in ready horse property - this is it!

$285,000

MLS# 18-1890

MONTANA AMERICA LAND SALES Jeanine Higgins, Broker/Owner

406-868-1667

Cami Blevins, Toole County 4-Her, shared samples of grilled pork with friends and 4-H supporters at the Pre-Sale social prior to the Marias Fair 4-H livestock auction. Photo by Val Tuma.

Variable irrigation, nitrogen effects on corn for silage

NEW SEEDS Now Commercially Available The latest advancements in Forage Seeds:

Willow Creek Forage Winter Wheat

Montech Forage FX Fall Triticale 1001 Producers have reported 31/2 ton dry forage yield on dryland crop rotation.

Willow Creek Forage Winter Wheat

You have read about it and now it is available at:

Montech Forage FX Fall Triticale 1001

Phone: 406-434-5011 Box 852, Shelby, MT 59474

Big Sky Wholesale Seeds, FAX: 406-434-5014

Inc.

e-mail: bigskyseeds@3rivers.net

Severinsen Irrigation LLC 2231 HWY 89 Fairfield, MT 59436 406-467-3999 Brett’s Cell 406-590-5003

Come see the heaviest and strongest pivot in the world!

Get a jump on Spring! Get your pivots now before Spring is upon us!

By University of Wyoming Extension The effects of variable irrigation and nitrogen application rates on silage corn yield, and water use efficiency under sprinkler, subsurface drip irrigation and on-surface drip irrigation systems are discussed in a new University of Wyoming (UW) Extension bulletin. Research at the Powell Research and Extension Center found drip irrigation systems can help save as much as 50 percent on water and also provide high yields. The free publication Different irrigation systems and nitrogen rates improve yield and water use efficiency of corn silage, B-1326, is available in pdf, HTML and ePub formats. Go to www. edu/uwe and click on Find a Publication. Type in the title or bulletin number. The bulletin is among many free guides, courses and videos from UW Extension to help extend skills in ranching, irrigation, small acreage management, succession, legacy and estate planning and more. YouTube video series from UW Extension include “Barnyards and Backyards,” “From the Ground Up” and “Exploring the Nature of Wyoming.” ##### Several slices of bacon are healthier in terms of calories, salt, fat and cholesterol than a hot dog, hamburger or glazed donuts. ##### Fresh milk will stay fresher longer if you add a pinch of salt to each quart.

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Annual Fall Blowout Sale on Now Until September 29th! 1x6x6 Dog Ear Pickets $2.95 each

32” x 330 @.......... $125.00 39” x 330 @.......... $130.00 47” x 330 @.......... $150.00

Post 4”x4”x8’ Treated. $14.50 Post Master 7’6”......... $19.99

4’x8’ panels........... $95.00 AMAZING PRICE REDUCTION!

50” X 16’...................................... $23.00 20’ PANEL x 48” HIGH

4’ Rail............ $90.00 Hanger Clips..... 85¢ FENCING THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME!

3x100’...................... $50.00 4x100’...................... $55.00 5x100’...................... $75.00 6x100’...................... $90.00

6’ 6” x 165............. $155.00 4’ x 10’ Blunt.............. $9.75 10- T-Posts................ $7.45

5’6” 6’ 6’6” 6’6”

1.33#@.............. $3.90 1.33#@.............. $4.15 1.33#@.............. $4.70 1.33# Import...... $4.25

Single Super Brace $ 55.00

Red Brand $ 64.00 Barbless $53.50

Double Super Brace $ 80.00 Brace Rail $ 25.00

Fire Resistant and Lasts a Lifetime!

10’ Rails ..................... $11.46 2-hole Posts................ $10.50 3-hole Posts................ $13.54

NON-CLIMB HORSE FENCE 4x100.............................................. $114.00 6x100.............................................. $195.00 www.greatfallsfence.com

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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

2016 Degelman 7200 rock picker. Done less than 80 acres. Paid $24,000 new............................... Make offer 2016 Degelman RR1500 rock rake. Done less than 80 acres. $22,900 new....................................... Make offer 2008 New Holland H8040 swather...............................Call 2010 Ford F350, 4x4, super duty, crew cab, Power Stroke, leather, long box..........................................$17,000 obo

N.D. pastureland values up 7 percent By NDSU Extension Service

Phone 406-476-3241 home or 406-564-7036 cell

HAYBINE FOR SALE 00 $12,9

New Holland 499 12-ft. haybine, very low acre use. Very good condition. Call (406) 450-3647, leave message

FOR SALE: 2006 Freightliner Columbia

Detroit Series 60, 515-560 hp, 10 speed Eaton Ultrashift, Condo sleeper, 244” wheelbase

Excellent condition Road Ready

Phone: (406) 799-6923

BUCKLEY AUCTIONS AND APPRAISERS

We have auctions booked for fall 2018 and spring 2019 but not yet dated. If you are planning an auction or appraisal give us a call. We specialize in farm, ranch, industrial and business type auctions. We do it ALL from start to finish. Including advertising, setup and display work, auctioneering and clerking. We also do all types of appraisals in farm and ranch equipment and inventory, business properties, collectibles, etc. Remember - auctioneers make excellent appraisers as we see everything saleable being sold at our auctions. 56 years in the business. Phone (406) 450-2244, leave a message or call 278-5880.

UPCOMING AUCTION Well kept farm machinery

Bob & Doreen Lightner Wednesday, October 3, 2018 Conrad and Valier, MT area

Check page A29 of this issue of the September Trader’s Dispatch for details and complete listing.

North Dakota pastureland values are up approximately 7 percent, and rents are up nearly 2 percent based on the 2018 County Rents and Prices Report funded by the North Dakota Department of Trust Lands. “The survey, conducted in February and March of 2018, contains observations from 2017,” says Bryon Parman, North Dakota State University Extension agricultural finance specialist. He used the county averages to develop the NDSU crop budget regional averages. Parman notes, “The northern Red River Valley, southern Red River Valley and northeastern counties of Nelson, Ramsey, Towner and Cavalier are not included in this report, nor are their responses included in the state average due to relatively few survey responses and pasture acres.” In North Dakota, pastureland values have gained every year from 2013 to 2018, with the exception of 2017. Percentagewise, North Dakota pastureland increased double digits year to year from 2013 to 2015, appreciating 12.5 percent, 15 percent and 12.5 percent respectively. “Despite a decline of nearly 7 percent in 2017, pastureland increased approximately 6 percent in 2016 and 6.75 percent heading into 2018,” says Parman. “The only year since 2013 where any regional average sales value declined (to varying degrees) was 2017, when all accounted-for regions declined in sales value. Overall, since 2012, North Dakota pastureland is up 54 percent from an average of $576 per acre in 2012 to $886 per acre in 2018. “The pastureland movements regionally were all upwards, similar to state pastureland value movements; however, the magnitude of the movements from region to region differs,” he says. The east-central, northwestern and southeastern regions saw double-digit appreciation of 16.5 percent to $907 per acre, 14.5 percent to $609 per acre and 11 percent to $1,384 per acre, respectively. The southwestern and north-central regions increased approximately 4 percent, up to $918 per acre in the southwest and $792 per acre in the north-central, while the south-central district increased 4.5 percent to $966 per acre. “For the most part, the east-central, northcentral, south-central and southwestern regions are valued relatively close to the state average in 2018, with none being much more than $100 per acre above or below the average for the state,” Parman says. “However, pastureland values in the southeastern region are nearly $500 per acre above the state average, while the northwestern region is almost $280 per acre below.” Cash Rents Pasture rents across North Dakota have been less persistent regionally, while statewide average rents mostly have mirrored land values. The state average pasture rent for North

Dakota has held steady or moved upward every year since 2013, with the exception of 2017, when statewide average pasture rents dropped 6 percent. Moving into 2018, rents inched upward nearly 2 percent to $17.40 per acre. The east-central and southwest were the only two regions to post declining pasture rental rates heading into 2018. The southwest declined 1.5 percent to $17.90 per acre, or $27.10 per animal unit month (AUM). The east-central region reported a decline in rent of approximately 3 percent to $22.40 per acre or $31.50 per AUM. However, the last three years for these two regions have been fairly steady, moving less than $1 per acre in any direction. The southeastern and northwestern regions showed the largest change in rental rates, with the southeastern region increasing 11 percent and the northwest increasing 8 percent. Pasture cash rent in the southeast moved from $30.40 per acre to $33.90 per acre, or $47.70 per AUM, in 2018. The northwestern region increased from $10.70 per acre in 2017 to $11.60 per acre in 2018, which gives an approximate cost of $17.60 per AUM. Pasture rental rates in the southcentral region increased 3.6 percent in 2018, after declines of approximately 12 percent and 4 percent in 2017 and 2016, respectively, while the north-central region mostly held steady for the fourth year in a row. The cash rent for the south-central region is reported at $22 per acre, yielding a cost of $33.40 per AUM. Cash pasture rents for the north-central region have remained between $18.60 and $18 per acre since 2014, with the 2018 survey showing an average cash rent in the region of $18.10 per acre, or $25.40 per AUM. Analysis Lower beef cattle prices, following the record-setting year of 2014, have not diminished pastureland values across North Dakota. Parman says, “Statewide, average pastureland values increased 12.5 percent in 2013, 15 percent in 2014 and 12.5 percent in 2015, and continue to climb. However, other states and regions have seen a slow decent, or at least a much more modest appreciation in the years since beef prices set nominal records. “North Dakota pasture rents, on the other hand, have walked back a little from the statewide average high of $18.20 per acre from 2015 to 2016, down to $17.40 per acre in 2018,” Parman says. They do, however, remain higher than they were before the cattle market price spike in 2014, when statewide rents averaged $15.80 per acre.” Parman concludes, “It is unlikely that lower cattle prices in the summer of 2018, with market prices around $110 per hunCONTINUED ON PAGE C15

N.D. pastureland values up 7 percent CONTINUED FROM PAGE C14

dredweight (cwt) for live cattle and around $150 per cwt for feeder cattle, will impact pastureland values much as we move into 2019. The trend for pastureland values has been upward; it is likely that it will continue statewide next year, albeit possibly more gradually if current market prices hold. “Rents, on the other hand, may react more quickly to lower market prices; however, drought activity across the state may play a bigger role,” he says. “If regional drought forces ranchers to sell cattle, fewer grazing animals’ means lower demand for rented acres. “However, modest drought may find ranchers looking for more grass to support cattle that remain, driving rental contracts higher,” he adds. “Moderate to severe droughts can take multiple years to recover from, affecting multiyear contracts and rancher cattle-inventory decisions. Therefore, it would make sense that NDSU regions less affected by drought will see higher pasture rents moving into 2019, while moderate to severe drought-affected areas might see average rents begin falling.” To learn more about ways to calculate pasture rental rates including renting by the AUM or renting by the acre, visit the NDSU Extension publication “Determining Pasture Rental Rates (R1810)” at http://bit.ly/PastureRentalRates.

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MONTANA BRAND FOR SALE

$10,000

Cattle - left shoulder Horses - right jaw Phone (406) 263-0502

FUEL STORAGE ~ SINGLE WALL DOUBLE WALL ~ FUEL SYSTEMS Turnkey System features: Tank Mounting Base • Pump Stand • Fuel Filter Level Gauge • Required Venting and Valves Horizontal Fuel Tanks from 500 to 6000 gallons Vertical Fuel Tanks 2000 to 10,000 gallons ALL TANKS are UL 142 Certified –– DOUBLE WALL TANKS meet SPCC Secondary Containment Rules

Variety of pumps/meters from 18 GPM to 100 GPM 1” to 1-1/2” discharge hose with spring rewind reels Service Body Tanks • Galvanized Water Cisterns

LAND ROLLERS Tandem Rollers

Single Rollers

September, 2018 will be... Chicken Month

42”x 7/8” pipe

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Fisher Metal can more than double the size of your single roller!

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Used Tractors

1-800-449-5233

Fort Benton

SPECIAL FINANCING

Kubota L3010 32 hp, loader, GST shift, 667 hours, International W4 tractor, John Deere 820 diesel tracvery clean........... $17,300 very orginal............ $2250 tor with loader, 3-pt. hitch.. .............................. $8500

on all New and Used Equipment

Used Hay Equipment

Miscellaneous Equipment New Holland 1049 bale- John Deere 820 mower

conditioner............. $9800 wagon, no cab........ $9500 New Holland 1048 bale Kubota DM1022 3 point disc mower, 7-ft. 2” cut, wagon, ready soon.$8000 like new.................. $7800 John Deere 955 swing tongue, mower flail condiFarmhand 1140 loader w/ tioner, 14-ft. 9” cut.. $7000 John Deere 4430 125 hp, Allis-Chalmers 185 75 hp, grapple, mounts for Case John Deere 936 11-ft. 6” cut runs great........... $12,500 2290...................... $3500 add on cab, 3-pt. hitch..... disc, flail conditioner.. . ...... .............................. $8200 ........................... $11,500 Hesston 4590 baler.$12,500

John Deere 2630 70 hp diesel, loader, grapple.......... Oliver 1465 diesel 70 hp, ........................... $11,500 very clean.............. $5500 H&S HT8 tedder, new.$4900

At Western Montana New Holland we sell parts for Ford tractors and other makes

Western Montana New Holland 1-406-728-1996 • 1-877-728-1996 Wayne Miller, Manager – 406-369-0348

7719 Thornton Drive Missoula, MT

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September 2018

“Z” BEST IN “Z” BUSINESS “Z” BEST IN “Z” BUSINESS

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

LOW

Toll Free: 1-877-714-5944 Local: 406-278-5944 Fax: 406-278-3218

MILE

2013 Kenworth W900L Cummins ISX 600 hp, 18 speed, lockers, navigation, 235,915 miles!.................................................................. $82,500

2006 Peterbilt 386 C-15 Cat, 550 hp, 18 speed, 20/46 heavy spec’s, 4-way lockers, 36” removeable flat top bunk, long wheelbase.......... $79,500

2013 Kenworth T800 daycab, Cummins ISX15, 450 hp, 10 speed, 3.55 ratio, LOW MILES, in the 200’s................ $49,500 8-2013 Peterbilt 384 13 speed, Paccar MX 455490 hp, 63” Stand Up sleeper, engine brake, 300’s & 400’s on miles................................................ $45,000

2006 Freightliner Columbia Detroit Series 60, 435/515 hp, 10 speed Eaton Ultrashift, recent overhaul, engine brake......... $36,000

RE A G ADY F RA IN OR BO X!

2007 Freightliner Columbia daycab, Detroit 14.0L Series 60, 10 speed Ultrashift, engine brake, air ride,...................... $35,000

2006 Freightliner Century Detroit 60, 14.0L, 515 hp, 10 speed Ultrashift, air ride............................................. $34,500

2000 Freightliner 12.7 Detriot, 500 hp, 18 speed, 4-way lockers, 518,000 miles, lift axle, Hendrickson beam suspension............. Just In

2-2013 Peterbilt 386 10 speed Ultrashift Plus, Paccar, 36” flat top sleeper, 400’s on miles.................................. $39,500

2004 Freightliner FL80 3126 Cat, Allison automatic, single axle day cab, air ride 211,000 miles!!................................ $19,500

2007 Volvo day cab, 465 hp, 13 speed Ultrashift, factory lift axle, new tires, only 623,000 miles!!!....................... $39,500

We have trucks ready for a grain box. Call and spec one out just how you want it! Add an electric tarp, a pintle hitch, or a lift axle. CALL TODAY!

2-2006 Sterling AT9500, MBE4000, 450 hp, 10 speed, engine brake, new paint, miles in the 4’s and 5’s.................... $22,500

1998 International 4900 22-ft. flatbed, DT466E, 10 speed, single axle....... $19,500

PARTS FOR SALE

2006 Western Star 4900EX, 14.0L Detroit, 515 hp, 18 speed, 265” wheelbase, engine brake, 665,000 miles............. Just In

2007 Freightliner Columbia MBE4000 450 hp, 10 speed Ultrashift, engine brake, low miles................... $25,000

• 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 • Pro Tech full and 1/2 fenders IN STOCK • 40-ft. straps, excellent for hauling round bales

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COMING IN!

2-2019 Timpte 50-ft. grain trailers, ag hoppers, lift axles. These trailers are loaded up! Choose one or order exactly what you want! 2009 Jet 40-ft.x96” ag hopper, spring ride. 2007 Merritt cattle pot, 53-ft. x 102”, 70% floors, nose decking, air ride, spread axle.................. Coming

In 1994 Case 590 turbo backhoe, 4x4, extend-a-hoe, full cab with heat, 2 stick control, good hours........................................ $29,500 2019 Jet sidedump, 47-ft.x102”, air ride, various axle configurations,electric tarp, tandem or tri-axle.............Call to order yours

2008 Wilson cattle pot, 53-ft. quad axle, good floors, nice trailer........... $62,000

50 5-ft. x 24-ft. free standing panels

Single............................................ $325

ea. 5 or more....................................... $300 ea.

2006 Wilson 51-ft. x 102” cattle pot, air ride spread, 90% virgin tires, good floors....................................... $36,500

2011 Trail King 55 ton lowboy, 26-ft. well, 4th pin-on axle, air ride, rear lift, hydraulic detach, aluminum wheels, 2 Kingpin settings, excellent condition........................... $79,500

2-2018 Wilson 41-ft. grain trailers, ag hoppers, air ride, 11R24.5 tires, S/S rear...........................................$37,500 2018 Timpte 50-ft.x96”x72” ag hoppers, electric tarp, hydraulic traps, rear lift axle, white..................................... Call

2008 Circle R side dump, 46-ft. x 102”, 34-ft. tub, spring ride, rear lift axle...................................... $41,500 2010 Neville 48-ft.x64”x102” tri-axle spring ride, ag hoppers, 2 speed openers, sight windows.................................. $23,000

1988 Fruehauf dry van 28-ft.x102”, roll up door, single axle, spring ride, very clean , ............................................................$6750

2008 XL Specilaized XL100HFG folding neck lowboy, air ride, 50 ton, rear lift axle, pinned for 4th axle, self-contained, no hydraulics needed, outriggers and D-rings...................................... $43,500

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Can we immunize the plants for defense against wheat stem sawfly attack?

By Govinda Shrestha, Ramadevi L. Gadi and Gadi V.P. Reddy, Montana State University, Western Triangle Agricultural Research Center, Conrad, Montana sawfly infestation can be surveyed by lookWheat stem sawfly (Cephus cinctus) is ing for plugs in infested wheat stubble. The the most economically important insect presence of plugs in wheat stubble indicate pests affecting Montana wheat production. the presence of diapausing (inactive stage) In order for wheat producers to maximize larvae inside stems. Based on Canadian production efficiency and profitability, research, it is recommended to plant solid insects, weeds and diseases should be well stemmed winter wheat varieties if there was managed. In the area of insect pests, few a 10-15% infestation in the previous year. of them exclusively attack wheat. HowHost plant resistance is one of best inteever, wheat stem sawfly has a history of grated pest management strategies for wheat more than one hundred years for causing stem sawfly management. Solid stemmed damage and yield losses to Montana wheat wheat varieties are often known to tolerate production. wheat stem sawfly damage. In Montana, for Wheat stem sawfly originally attacked instance, “Warhorse” is known as a wheat native grasses of Northern Great Plains. In stem sawfly tolerant solid stemmed winter the late 1890s, wheat producers in Montana, wheat variety. However, producers should North Dakota, Manitoba and Saskatoon first also aware that solid stemmed varieties may began to notice wheat stem sawfly damage produce lower yields compared to hollow in their spring wheat production. By the stemmed varieties which are usually sus1920s, wheat stem sawfly apparently beceptible to sawfly damage. came most detrimental insect pest of spring Cultural control such as planting trap wheat in the Northern Great Plains. Howcrops (e.g., barley, oat or rye) along the ever, over the last few decades wheat stem wheat field margin may be helpful in minisawfly has adapted to winter wheat, and mizing damage and reducing adult numbers winter wheat now sustains extensive damin the subsequent year. Crop rotation with age in the Northern Great Plains. Currently, broadleaf crops (e.g., pulses, corn and in the United States, wheat stem sawfly is canola) would also be worthwhile to cononly a major issue in Montana and North sider when wheat stem sawfly populations Dakota. In recent years, wheat stem sawfly are high, since they do not lay eggs in these problems in winter wheat production has crops. When infestation level exceeds 15%, also spread to other states including western producers should consider for swathing South Dakota, eastern Wyoming, western the wheat crop once kernel moisture drops Nebraska and northeastern Colorado. At below 40% to save infested stems before current wheat prices, economic grain yield they fall on the ground. Two parasitic losses caused by wheat stem sawfly damage wasps, Bracon cephi and B. lissogaster are is estimated to be $ 250 million per year important biological control of wheat stem alone in Montana. sawfly in Montana. These two wasp species Wheat stem sawfly has a unique life cycle can parasitize up to 98% of larvae, but are with cryptic (hidden) feeding habitat. The most effective when populations are low. adult is truly a small wasp. It is about three Currently, there is no effective or producer quarter inches long with shiny black body, user friendly synthetic chemicals that can yellow legs and three yellow bands around be used to manage wheat stem sawfly. An the abdomen. The adults are most active organophosphate insecticide (Thimet 20when temperature is 70-90 0F, with sunny G®) has recently been registered in Monsky and little wind. They are weak fliers tana for use to manage wheat stem sawfly. and usually search host plants near their This chemical is restricted and poses many emergence sites. However, recent reports health and environmental risks. Because indicate that adults can migrate up to sevof this, producers are often reluctant to use eral miles in search of host. In Montana, it. In this context, the use of plant defense adults begin to emerge from late May to elicitors to “immunize” plants could provide early June and emergence may continue additional management strategies against until early July. Female adults deposit eggs wheat stem sawfly. inside developing wheat stems. Multiple Plant defense elicitors are small moleggs can be laid within a stem, but only a ecules that activate induced defensive single larva survives up to maturity. Eggs responses in plants, and thus make plants hatch about five to seven days after being more resistant to pests. Defense elicitors laid. Throughout the summer, the larvae have been used to develop new reduced risk eat the inside of the wheat plant, disrupting pesticides and plant activators; for instance, sugar and water movement, weakening the defense elicitors are used as active ingrediplant and reducing yield levels. As wheat ents in Actigard (Syngenta Crop Protection) plants mature in summer, the larvae cut and Messenger (Eden Bioscience Corp). the wheat stems at the base to prepare for The elicitors, that have been extensively a period of dormancy called diapause. The studied, can provide resistance to plants by diapausing larvae spend whole time inside either of one of the defensive pathways in wheat stubble during the fall and winter. In the plants: salicylic acid mediated resistance the spring, adults emerge from the stem, and or jasmonic acid mediated resistance. the life cycle continues. Salicylic acid, critical plant hormone that Because of wheat stem sawfly larvae hidinduces resistance in plants to fungal, bacteden feeding habitat, it is often challenging rial, and viral pathogens. The plant elicitor to manage the damage with a single control benzo-(1,2,3)-thiadiazole-7-carbothioic measure. Therefore, several integrated acid S-methyl ester (BTH), commercialized pest management strategies including pest with product name- BION® (in Europe) and monitoring, host plant resistance, cultural Actigard® (in the United States), is a funccontrol and biological control have been tional analog of salicylic acid. This product investigated and developed in Montana and was primarily developed for disease control North Dakota. Wheat stem sawfly infestain a variety of agricultural crops, conferring tions can be easily monitored during spring resistance to a broad range of fungal, bacteand summer at crop growing conditions or rial and viral pathogens. However, Actigard after crop harvest in field during fall. During foliar applications have also been shown to spring and summer periods, infestations can confer plant resistance to insect herbivores be checked by sweep netting for the adults such as aphids, whiteflies, and leaf miners. and splitting the stems for presence of sawfly egg, larva or frass. In the fall, wheat stem CONTINUED ON PAGE C20

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By Chris Branam, Oregon State University In this study area, we saw that these small, Fire is not all bad news in healthy sagepatchy prescribed burns might do a whole brush steppe ecosystems, according to an lot of good if we’re talking about breaking Oregon State University (OSU) study. up fuel continuity and preventing the spread The study (https://link.springer.com/ of a large wildfire.” article/10.1007/s10021-018-0268-7?wt_ Former OSU graduate student and study mc=Internal.Event.1.SEM.ArticleAutholead author Schyler Reis re-visited research rOnlineFirst), published in the journal plots in the Hart Mountain National AnteEcosystems, shows there is not a “one-sizefits-all” solution to fire in sagebrush steppe lope Refuge that were burned in the 1997 by habitats across the western United States, David Wrobleski for his master’s thesis at said corresponding author Lisa Ellsworth, OSU. Wrobleski, now with the U.S. Forest a range ecologist in OSU’s College of AgService, traveled to the refuge from Monricultural Sciences. tana to help Reis with the field research. He The OSU research team sampled eight also shared data he collected just before and research plots more than a mile high in the right after the fires. Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge “This was a rare opportunity because we in southeastern Oregon, 17 years after predon’t have a lot of long-term data on fire in the sagebrush steppe,” Ellsworth said. scribed fire. The fuel loads – the burnable “Resurrecting some of these old data sets material – in the four unburned control plots is a great way to get a long-term picture of were seven times greater than in the four how these ecosystems recover from fire.” burned plots. The study site was dominated by WyoThe researchers modeled fire behavior to predict how fire would move through ming big sagebrush, the most abundant the study area and found “dramatic differsagebrush subspecies. The refuge is manences” between the unburned and burned aged for wildlife habitat. Cattle grazing was plots. Seventeen years after fire, the burned discontinued there in 1991 and feral horses plots, with their low fuel loads, will slow were removed in 1999. The study site is two the spread of the next wildfire, Ellsworth hours from a paved road. said. The study site’s pristine condition and “Sagebrush steppe ecosystems that are cooler soil hasn’t been conducive to the in good ecological condition, with minimal proliferation of invasive grasses, as in other invasive grass, can recover from prescribed areas of the sagebrush steppe where historic fires,” Ellsworth said. “There are benefits overgrazing and invasive cheatgrass and to keeping some fire on these landscapes, medusahead have combined to degrade the including fires acting as fuel breaks, which landscape. will slow the spread of fire substantially, Importantly, the researchers found 3.75 relative to the unburned control plots.” times more shrub litter in the unburned The results are noteworthy, Ellsworth sites than the burned site. Shrub litter, also said, as federal, state and local agencies known duff, is the leaves that fall off the in Oregon and other western states spend sagebrush and create a ground layer. Fire millions on land management methods to smolders in the duff layer, Ellsworth said, conserve habitat for native wildlife, includand the heat filters below the surface and is more likely to kill plants. ing greater sage-grouse. In 2015, U.S. Fish The absence of duff was another positive and Wildlife Service decided not to list the for the burned plots, she said. sage-grouse under the U.S. Endangered “The good condition native vegetation Species Act due to intense public and priand cooler soil was a big part of why this vate conservation efforts. site handled prescribed fire so well,” Ells“The current paradigm is that we want to protect sage-grouse habitat so we don’t worth said. “Prescribed fire won’t neceswant fire,” Ellsworth said. “This is critical, sarily stop wildfire but it can slow it. In our particularly in areas where invasive grass study site there’s still not a lot of burnable is an issue. But we’re not doing a good job material out there, primarily because there collectively in being nuanced in what part is very little invasive grass, but it is domiof the sagebrush steppe we’re talking about. nated by patchy native bunchgrasses.”

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Previously we described how the Forage Risk Analyzer (FRA) can explore a potential lease between two parties. Platte County producers Ryan and Lonna Johnson* were deciding whether a potential forage lease with a neighboring landowner would be feasible. The potential lease involved converting an old stand of alfalfa into irrigated pasture. After entering the expected revenues and expenses, the FRA tool generates a Resource Net Return Summary (Figure 1) and allows users to allocate expenses and revenues between the Johnsons and their neighbor. The Johnsons would receive an estimated 90.1 percent of the net return and the landlord 9.9 percent, when including all costs and returns. Risk Analysis using the FRA Tool The capacity to consider risk under the Analysis tab is a unique feature of the FRA tool. In budgeting or other forecasting, we often make assumptions about estimates (production factors, costs, etc.), without the capability to consider the inherent variability in these values. We often assume a value such as available animal unit months (AUMs) is a fixed number; the question then becomes how does the analysis (and the associated decision) change if the AUM number is higher or lower than expected? The Johnsons are concerned about variations in the available AUMs of forage under the potential lease. The agreement could become infeasible for one or both of the parties if the available AUMs fall below a certain point. Users complete the analysis by selecting either Supplier, User, or Total Lease Arrangement and any one of the six factors for risk analysis. By first choosing to vary the number of expected AUMs, we can account for a large portion of the risk in the proposed lease. First, we select the Total Lease Arrangement, then select AUMs Per Year as the uncertain variable. For most likely we enter 420 AUMs, at the low end we enter 300, and 500 AUMs for the high value (Figure 2). Clicking the Run button generates a probability curve for net returns, given the fluctuating number of AUMs (Figure 3). The curve shows a 50-percent probability of earning a net return of no higher than $-64.20 per AUM and ranging between $-77.70 and $-46.60 per AUM per year. Note that the depreciation expense for the 70 cows ($28,000/year) is the factor driving the negative returns on the Johnson’s side of the agreement. If we zero-out the 70 cows and their initial value under the Livestock tab and we remove the depreciation expense

entered under the Allocation tab, we see a revised net return of $575 with a split of $3,400 landowner (54.6 percent) and the Johnsons at $-2,825 (45.4 percent). Rerunning the analysis for AUMs provides a bit different perspective. The new curve shows a 50-percent probability of earning a net return of no higher than $1.40 per AUM, ranging as low as $1 and as high as $1.60 per AUM per year (Figure 4). Looking at the lease from yet another viewpoint, consider a good forage year that allows the Johnsons to run additional calves on the lease. We select Total Lease Arrangement and Animals per Year as the uncertain variable. Thinking optimistically, the Johnsons set the low value at 30 head and the high at 50, with the most likely remaining at 34.5 head after death losses. Results describe a 50-percent probability of a net return of no more than $17.40/head, ranging between $14.50/head and $24.20 (Figure 5). Decision The Johnsons now have a more comprehensive understanding of the potential lease arrangement. On the face of it, where the forage is valued at $120/acre and the Johnsons do not include their cow depreciation, the split between the two parties is nearly 50/50. The neighbor looks to cover his expenses and turn a small profit under the most likely scenario, which was his goal in entering the agreement. The Johnsons have determined they can approximately break-even, covering their costs of entering into this agreement, and any additional return would go to cover their annual cow depreciation of $28,000. Keep in mind, that in addition to the lease payment, the Johnsons estimated they would incur only about $5,700 in other lease-related expenses. Further costs in the budget were associated with the livestock and would no doubt be incurred whether on the lease or on the home place. In addition, if the Johnsons were to continue the lease in future years, the other lease-related costs would likely go down. Finally, keep in mind that while the cow/ calf herd is grazing on the neighbor’s place, the Johnsons have the forage on the home place they can either stockpile, harvest, or hold for grazing when the herd returns. This gives them several risk management options should the lease details not always work in their favor in coming years. * The Johnson operation is a case study example created to demonstrate RightRisk tools and their applications. No identification with actual persons (living or deceased), places, or agricultural operation is intended CONTINUED ON PAGE C26

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USED WINDROWERS AND SWATHERS

2018 NEW MacDon M1240 R85 header *2017 MacDon M1170 R113 header, 200 hours, demo 2016 MacDon M205 draper and rotary ready 2016 NEW MacDon M205 windrower, draper ready, no DEF, 86/160 hrs (2) 2017 NEW MacDon A40D windrower, 16-ft. cycle header 2015 MacDon M155 windrower, 860/1150 hours, Trimble GPS 2002 MacDon 9350 1200 hours, various sized headers 2013 John Deere W150 windrower, 390 hours, GPS 2004 John Deere 4895 swather, 18-ft. auger header 1994 MacDon 9000 14-ft. 920 header 1989 Hesston 8100 swather, 30-ft. draper header Hesston 1014 14-ft. swing tongue w/conditioner MacDon 5020 16-ft, swing tongue w/conditioner New Holland 2218 18-ft. double knife, push bar for 9030 bi-directional

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John Deere Model L manure spreader, 70 bushel, serial #1, good working condition....... $1000 1979 Chevrolet 3/4-ton, 4x4, complete running gear...........................................................$500

Valuing forage resources with the Forage Risk Analyzer tool CONTINUED FROM PAGE C24

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nor should be inferred. For more information The Forage Risk Analyzer (FRA) is just one of many useful resources available at RightRisk.org. The Machinery Risk Calculator, Risk Scenario Planning tool, and Enterprise Risk Analyzer tool help users include variability in risk management planning. Instead of just assuming a single cost or production estimate, these tools allow the user to define a range of values to more accurately evaluate the extent of possible results. Visit

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2000 Snorkel SL20 electric scissor lift 800 lb capacity, 33” wide, recent batteries, 7-ft. platform with 30” extension, 20-ft. platform height, weighs 3750 lbs. Works good....................$3000 2006 Lincoln T67 Extend Trailer 90% 17.5 tires and brakes, 36ft. retracted, extends to 56-ft. x 102” wide, for trusses or poles. .......................................$8500 1994 GMC TopKick Dump 3116 Cat diesel, 6 speed Eaton, AC, PS, PB, 60% 19.5 tires, 15.5-ft. steel grain dump, scissor hoist, hitch, 24K GVW.. ....................................$10,500 1997 GMC C7500 250 hp Cat diesel, 6 speed Allison, 116,000 miles, AB, PS, Ingersoll Rand diesel 160 cfm compressor with 816 hours, 70% 295R22.5’s, trailer hookups, 33,000 gvw..........$15,500 1994 Ford F600 18-ft. Flatbed Sullair 125 cfm diesel compressor, 160 hp 5.9 Cummins, 5 & 2 speed, 26,000 gvw, 129,000 miles, 75% 10R22.5’s, PB, PS, double frame...............$12,500 1992 Kodiak Flatbed Dump 75K miles, 215 hp, Cat diesel, 5 speed & 2 speed, PS, AC, PB, 26K GVW, 75% 22.5 tires, 16.5-ft. bed, double frame........ ....................................$14,500 1997 GMC C7500 250 hp, Cat diesel, 6 spd Allison, 137K miles. AB, PS, IR diesel 160 cfm compressor, 900 hours, 11R22.5’s 90%, trailer hookups, 33K GVW........ ....................................$15,500 1994 Ford F700 18-ft. flatbed, 175 hp, 5.9 Cummins, 5 & 2 speed, 26K GVW, 109K miles, 75% 10R22.5’s, PB, PS, double frame..$10,500 1997 GMC Topkick C7500 25K miles, 215 hp Cat 3116, 6 speed manual, PS, AC, AB, PTO, 12’6” of frame, 70% 22.5 tires, 33K GVW............$12,500

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Reimers-Hild named interim executive director of Rural Futures Institute

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln IANR News Connie Reimers-Hild has been named ments and financial support for Extension interim executive director of the Rural programming and authored over 50 publicaFutures Institute (RFI) at the University of tions, including two books. Nebraska. “In assuming this role, I am full of hope She assumed the role upon the June for what meaningful action RFI can accom30, 2018, retirement of Chuck Schroeder, plish during the next year across three areas Founding Executive Director of RFI. of critical need and strength for rural areas: Reimers-Hild has served in the role of leadership, technology and rural-urban RFI Associate Executive Director since collaboration,” she said in her introductory May 2015, leading several strategic prioriletter. “We are choosing to create needed ties and initiating the evaluation efforts of focus for RFI’s energy and needed clarity the Institute. She has also keynoted and around RFI’s role within the University of presented nationally in the areas of futureNebraska system, the state of Nebraska and focused leadership and strategic foresight as a catalyst of innovation for rural areas to strengthen innovation in individuals, around the country.” communities and organizations. Her most Reimers-Hild holds a doctorate in hurecent invited journal article was published man sciences with a focus on leadership in May 2018, “The future of rural health studies, a master’s degree in entomology staffing in America.” and a bachelor’s degree in natural resources Prior to her role at RFI, Reimers-Hild from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. served as unit leader of the Kimmel EducaShe also holds a certificate in strategic tion and Research Center in Nebraska City, foresight from the University of Houston, Nebraska. Kimmel was the first publica certified professional coach designation private partnership of its kind in the nation from the International Coach Academy and and served as example of innovation in a Strengths Coaching Certification through Extension. While at Kimmel, she consulted Gallup. Connie lives with her husband and with more than 20 businesses and hospitals two children in rural Nebraska. in the areas of leadership and innovation, Bio link with CV: http://ruralfutures. attained more than $1 million in investnebraska.edu/connie-reimers-hild/

Scout for bertha armyworm in canola

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By Lindy Coleman, Northern Canola Growers Association Mature bertha armyworm larvae were found feeding on the pods of canola in northcentral McHenry County (Source: Kristine Keller, Farmers Union Oil of Velva, Butte, Drake and Anamoose). Older larvae reach a length of ¾ to 1½ inch and are velvety brown to black with a yellowish band along each side of the body. As leaves dry, these larvae begin feeding on pods or flowers. The greatest risk of crop injury occurs in August as the worms are mature. Larvae chew holes in the pods, eat the seeds and cause premature shattering. Mature larvae eat approximately 85% of the plant materials consumed during their larval development. Larvae feed at night and often hide underneath leaf litter and clumps of soil during the day, which makes them difficult to see when scouting. The Economic Thresholds is an average of 20 to 32 larvae per square yard with insecticide + application costs of $6.50 to $10 per acre, respectively. However, thresholds may need to be lowered if larvae are feeding on maturing pods at high population densities. Fields above the economic threshold level should ideally be sprayed once the hatch is complete and when larvae are small about ½ inch. Apply a well-timed insecticide in early morning or late evening when larvae are actively feeding. High volumes of water should be used for good coverage of the dense canola canopy. Insecticides that are registered to control bertha armyworm on canola are listed in 2018 North Dakota Field Crop Insect Management Guide E-1143. When larvae are mature, 1½ inch long, they are close to the pupal stage, which is a non-feeding, resting stage. So, no insecticides are necessary this late in the insect’s development and the feeding damage is already done. Please see the NDSU Extension publication on Bertha armyworm in Canola: Biology and Integrated Pest Management E1347 (revised) (https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/ publications/crops/bertha-armyworm-in-canola-biologyand-integrated-pest-management/e1347.pdf) for more information.

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Record low veal, lamb and mutton production

From USDA June 2017 contained 22 weekdays (including 0 holidays) and 4 Saturdays. June 2018 contained 21 weekdays (including 0 holidays) and 5 Saturdays. Commercial red meat production for the United States totaled 4.33 billion pounds in June, down 1 percent from the 4.35 billion pounds produced in June 2017. Beef production, at 2.30 billion pounds, was 1 percent above the previous year. Cattle slaughter totaled 2.88 million head, up 1 percent from June 2017. The average live weight was unchanged from the previous year, at 1,321 pounds. Veal production totaled 5.8 million pounds, 8 percent below June a year ago. Calf slaughter totaled 45,200 head, up 12 percent from June 2017. The average live weight was down 46 pounds from last year, at 223 pounds. Pork production totaled 2.01 billion pounds, down 2 percent from the previous year. Hog slaughter totaled 9.61 million head, down 3 percent from June 2017. The average live weight was up 1 pound from the previous year, at 280 pounds. Lamb and mutton production, at 12.3 million pounds, was down 1 percent from June 2017. Sheep slaughter totaled 178,500 head, 5 percent below last year. The average live weight was 138 pounds, up 6 pounds from June a year ago. January to June 2018 commercial red meat production was 26.3 billion pounds, up 4 percent from 2017. Accumulated beef production was up 4 percent from last year, veal was down slightly, pork was up 3 percent from last year, and lamb and mutton production was up 5 percent.

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3 BIN

2010 Case IH Titan 3520, 3 bin, 2800 hours.........$115,000

2012 Case IH 4520 3 BIN, 3900 hours, Viper Pro Trimble 750...........................$111,000 2011 Case IH Titan 4520 3 BIN, Viper Pro, 4468 hours..... .................................$111,000

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

2012 Mahindra Mpower 85 tractor, 85 horsepower, 540/1000 PTO, loader w/forks and bucket, 2010 hours, FWD, really nice tractor!........$26,000

1995 Terragator 1844 3208T engine, Allison auto trans. New Leader 3020 GT, Raven 660 controller, 7000 hours...................... $37,500

2008 Case IH 3520 3559 hours, Viper Pro, Trimble 750 auto steer................... $88,000

2010 Case IH 4520 70-ft. airflow, Raven Viper Pro, Smartrax, 1889 hours!!.... $138,000

2005 Case 4510 370 hp, auto, 2006 Case FLX 4510 floater, 70-ft. flex air bed, 4500 hours. Allison automatic, Cummins, ............... $78,000... $103,000 FlexAir 810 box, Viper controller, autosteer, shedded every night, 7466 hours, runs great. ..........$88,000...........$104,00

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1999 Sterling with Willmar 16 ton side discharge, clean truck........................... $29,500

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2010 TerraGator 8204, Cat, Terra Shift, Airmax Precision 2, twin bin, Falcon controller, 4000 hours...............$93,500

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2010 Case IH Titan 4020 Cummins, automatic, 1800 gallon, 85-ft. boom, defco pump, Envizio Pro, 3753 hours......................... $84,500

2009 Terra Gator 8204, Cat, Airmax Precision, 5415 hours. Very clean...... $69,000 2007 Freightliner, Cat C-13, 630,000 miles, automatic transmission, aluminum wheels....................... $29,500

2006 Peterbilt 387, Cat C13, 10 speed. 600,000 miles........ .................................. $29,000 2005 Peterbilt 379, Cummins ISX, 13 speed. 665,946 miles.......................... $43,500

PORTABLE

1973 Trinity NH3 portable 18,000 gallon, self contained holding tank............$38,000

1989 Kenworth T800 dry, Cummins, tandem with tag axle, Ray Man 20 ton, 5 compartment, top auger... $33,500

2005 Peterbilt Stahly Cummins, Allison automatic, New Leader L3020 G4, monitor, New Leader controller, Starlink GPS, 4145 hours......................$78,000

(2) 6000 gallon propane tanks, 250 psi..$15,000 for the pair

2013 Freightliner 125 truck, Detroit diesel engine, 10 speed transmission, wet kit, 546,000 miles...........$36,500

2002 Loral 400 Cummins, Air Max 1000, 4100 hours............ .................................. $63,000 1996 Freightliner 5 axle tender, Cummins, Rayman 24 ton side discharge........... $39,500

2013 Willmar Wrangler 4565, 1800 hours................ $29,500

1984 International DT 466 8 speed, Tyler 16 ton rear discharge tender with roll tarp..... .................................. $18,500 2004 Willmar on 3 axle B&B trailer......................... $37,500 2012 Merritt semi tender with hydraulic belt conveyor, electric roll tarp................. $38,500

2004 KBH 25-ton semi tender with back auger, self-contained......................... $32,500

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HAYING PARTS FOR SALE

New miscellaneous parts for Hesston 6400 swather and lightly used monitor for New Holland BR780 round baler, twine only Phone 406-450-3744, Valier, Montana

IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT & HAY FOR SALE

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Sam Leuthold, a recent Montana State University graduate in soil and water science, and Olivia Waterton, an undergraduate student at Rhodes College, prepare and load water samples onto an inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometer on Thursday, August 2, 2018, in the Environmental Analytical Laoratory at MSU, in Bozeman, Montana. The EAL is a shared facility located in the Department of Land Resources and Environmental Sciences in the College of Agriculture and is staffed by an analytical chemist. The famility is equipped with instrumentation for soil and water analysis. MSU photo by Adrian Sanchez-Gonzalez.

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When Montana State University alumnus Sam Leuthold was an undergraduate student harvesting cheatgrass samples and stuffing them in paper bags for field research, he didn’t think much about what the weed’s chemical composition might look like – or even what he might do with data like that. But once Leuthold began entertaining the idea of a master’s degree, Stephanie Ewing, associate professor of soil biochemistry in the Department of Land Resources and Environmental Sciences, suggested he bolster his analytical experience for graduate school applications. Ewing directs MSU’s Environmental Analytical Lab and advised Leuthold to start there. Leuthold began as an hourly lab employee, learning the ins and outs of processing water, soil and plant samples for analysis in environmental research. Over the course of a year-and-half, he became confident in the process of sample preparation, using instrumentation, and processing data from a variety of samples for research in the Ewing Lab and for other departmental faculty. “It’s a different skillset compared to counting wheat plants and taking soil sam-

ples; managing a high volume of samples moving from the fridge, to sample prep, to the computer and then data processing and analysis, but the (lab) experience has helped me connect the science in the field to the bigger questions we’re trying to answer,” Leuthold said. In January, Leuthold will attend graduate school at the University of Kentucky in agroecology. He’s currently working on a publication about hydrological processes in mountain watersheds based on work with Ewing in Bozeman’s Hyalite Canyon. Leuthold credits his time in the EAL to his becoming a well-rounded scientist in training and learning how to “set realistic timelines and goals in regards to experiment planning” – a skill that will be required of him in graduate school. According to EAL lab chemist and assistant professor, Christine Gobrogge, that’s the overall goal of the lab; to give undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity for hands-on learning of sample processing and data analysis of pertinent and current environmental research. CONTINUED ON PAGE C32

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the individual or entity must meet the eligibility requirements outlined for direct or guaranteed loans. Additionally, individuals and all entity members must have operated a farm for less than 10 years. Applicants must materially or substantially participate in the operation. For farm ownership pur434-5583 – Shelby poses, the applicant must not own a farm greater than 30 percent of the average size farm in the county at the time of application. All direct farm ownership applicants must have participated in the business FOR SALE: operations of a farm for at least three years 2009 Kenworth out of the last 10 years prior to the date the application is submitted. If the applicant is an entity, all members must be related by blood or marriage and all entity members must be eligible beginning farmers. Underserved or beginning farmers and ranchers who cannot obtain commercial credit from a bank can apply for either FSA direct loans or guaranteed loans. Direct loans are made to applicants by FSA. Guaranteed loans are made by lending institutions who arrange for FSA to guarantee the loan. FSA can guarantee up 10-speed, 320 hp no-emissions Cummins, very low to 95 percent of the loss of principal and (167,000) mileage, new Michelin rubber interest on a loan. The FSA guarantee alWith all these new, never used extras: lows lenders to make agricultural credit ITB box, Harsh hoist, Shur-Lok roll tarp, available to producers who do not meet 3-piece tailgate, air lift 4th axle the lender’s normal underwriting criteria. The direct and guaranteed loan program Phone: (406) 799-6923 offers two types of loans: farm ownership loans and farm operating loans. Farm ownership loan Certified Seed has a proven economic yield advantage of bin-run seed. funds may be used to purCall us today to book your Certified Seed. chase or enlarge a farm or ranch, purchase easements or rights of way needed in the farm’s operation, build or improve buildings such as a dwelling or barn, promote soil and water conservation and development and pay closing costs. Call Us For Your Price Before You Buy Farm operating loan funds may be used to purchase livestock, poultry, farm equipment, fertilizer www.wildhorseseeds.com and other materials necessary to operate a successful farm. Operating loan funds * Denotes PVP variety can also be used for family living expenses, refinancHollow Stem ing debts under certain WB4614* Yellowstone* conditions, paying salaries High Yield - Short Height - High Test Weight High Yield - Winter Hardy - Stripe & Stem Rust Resistant for hired farm laborers, inKeldin*(CSO) stalling or improving water Decade* High Yield - High Protein - High Test Weight High Yield - Winter Hardy - Stem Rust Resistant systems for home, livestock or irrigation use and other Northern* Sawfly Tolerant similar improvements. High Yield - Stem & Stripe Rust Resistant Repayment terms for diWarhorse* SY Monument* rect operating loans depend Solid Stem - Stripe & Stem Rust Resistant High Yield - Leaf & Stripe Rust Resistance on the collateral securing Loma* the loan and usually run Semi Solid Stem - Improved Yield Clearfield from one to seven years. WB4483* (CSO) 2* Financing for direct farm SY Clearstone CL Solid Stem - Good Winter Hardiness ownership loans cannot High Yield - Winter Hardy exceed 40 years. Interest Forage rates for direct loans are Brawl CL Plus* set periodically according Beardless Winter Hardy Willow Creek Early Maturing - High Yield to the Government’s cost of borrowing. Guaranteed We stock a full line of alfalfa, pasture, CRP and lawn grasses (Custom Mixing Available) loan terms and interest rates are set by the lender. For sales information call Have your Seed Custom For more information on Brad Ruhkamp, Nick Lowen or Dustin Ruhkamp Cleaned and Treated with... FSA’s farm loan programs and underserved and be406-265-5443 ginning farmer guidelines, 1 mile north of Havre on Highway 232 please contact your local FSA office. To find your loBox 1028, NOW ACCEPTING Associate Member Associate cal FSA office, visit http:// Havre, MT 59501 www.wildhorseseeds.com WestBred and the Wheat design are trademarks of Monsanto Technology, LLC. offices.usda.gov.

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U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Montana Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director Mike Foster reminds producers that FSA offers specially targeted farm ownership and farm operating loans to underserved applicants as well as beginning farmers and ranchers. “Each year, a portion of FSA’s loan funds are set aside to lend to targeted underserved and beginning farmers and ranchers,” Foster said. “Farming and ranching is a capital intensive business and FSA is committed to helping producers start and maintain their agricultural operations.” During fiscal year 2017 (October 1, 2016, through September 30, 2017), Montana FSA obligated more than $62.7 million in loans to underserved borrowers and beginning farmers and ranchers. In fiscal year 2018 to date, Montana obligated more than $39.4 million in loans. USDA defines underserved applicants as a group whose members have been subjected to racial, ethnic or gender prejudice because of their identity as members of the group without regard to their individual qualities. For farm loan program purposes, underserved groups are women, African Americans, American Indians and Alaskan Natives, Hispanics and Asians and Pacific Islanders. In order to qualify as a beginning farmer,

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By Erik Hanson, Assistant Professor, NDSU Agribusiness and Applied Economics Department As the harvest season ramps up, attention once again will focus on the occupational safety hazards agricultural producers face during this busy time of the year. Dangerous machinery, heavy workloads and fatigue contribute to elevated farm injury rates in the late summer and fall months. The harvest season also is a stressful time for agricultural cooperatives, which provide inputs and services vital to America’s agricultural economy. A survey of several agricultural cooperatives in the upper Midwest indicates that injuries are more common during the harvest season than other times of the year. However, compared with the dangers farmers face, the safety hazards at agricultural cooperatives receive relatively little publicity. From 2012 to 2017, surveyed agricultural cooperatives averaged more than six injuries per 100 full-time workers per year, a rate roughly double that of U.S. private industry. As a result, many agricultural cooperatives are attempting to improve safety performance. The most basic motivation for improving occupational safety is an altruistic desire to improve employee well-being. Beyond that, safety directors at surveyed agricultural cooperatives cited better business operations as a key motivation for improving safety performance. Specifically, safer workplaces have fewer work stoppages and worker re-trainings caused by occupational injuries. Safety directors also value workplace safety because it assists in employee retention. That is, safe workplaces are more desirable for long-term employment. Retaining talent is key for all businesses, particularly those in rural areas. These and other financial benefits can add up for agricultural cooperatives, thereby boosting returns to their owner-members. So, what is standing in the way of improved safety performance at agricultural cooperatives? Many firms have made investments in safety equipment, training and personnel in recent years. However, at this point, safety directors indicate that insufficient firm resources are not necessarily the biggest obstacles to improved safety. Managers’ motivation to comply with policies and procedures was identified as a driver of strong safety performance. Considerable research supports the view that managerial actions and attitudes are key to developing a strong “safety culture.” Safety directors are focused on increasing accountability rather than simply increasing funding for safety training or education. In other words, internally imposed consequences for occupational health and safety incidents are critical for improving safety outcomes. Internally imposed consequences include warning systems, financial penalties and even termination for failure to adhere to firm safety rules. Because managers must administer these penalties, the importance of safety-first managerial attitudes is once again evident. Unfortunately, as agricultural cooperatives increase their workload to meet harvest demands in the coming weeks and months, on-the-job injuries are likely to occur. However, this stressful time should remind agricultural cooperatives of safety’s importance. What is worth remembering is that attempts to enhance the effectiveness of safety investments may reap rewards not just for individual employees, but also for firm finances.

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3/4” capacity

LAND ROLLER PIPE

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12” Standard Black & Galvanized Guard Rails

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