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The Ever-Evolving Methods of Farming: How Things Change...........................................................15 Essays from my Farmhouse Kitchen

Should You Have Full Coverage or Just Liability on Your Estate Plan?..................................39

ADMINISTRATION KIM LENNON kim@fivestarpublishing.com

Keeping the Family Farm in the Family

GAYLE REED gayle@fivestarpublishing.com

Dealing With Farming Uncertainties This Year........... 41 Farm & Ranch Life

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The Family Farm That Was...............................................12

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The Knightro Report CIRCULATION KRIS TAYLOR kris@fivestarpublishing.com

New village joins orphanages, school housed in Sukup-built Safe T Homes®............................................... 8

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A Labor Of Love: Alpacas.................................................48

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he first time you meet Donald Zolan, you have the feeling of meeting an old friend whom you just haven’t seen for awhile. His warmth, candor and interest in others can disguise the fact that he’s one of our nation’s most talented and popular artists. A very positive and forward looking man, he’s at peace with himself and his world. The love and joy you see in his paintings are a sincere expression of himself. A fifth generation artist, Zolan began drawing at age three, and, by age five, was working in watercolors and winning local competitions. He won his first major art competition at age thirteen and was awarded a scholarship to the prestigious Art Institute of Chicago. By sixteen, he won a scholarship to Chicago’s American Academy of Art.

Zolan’s work soared in popularity with collectors and his images were soon licensed on a wide range of products by more than 25 national and international companies, spanning the globe from the Americas, to Europe, and to Australia.

Full-time formal training began after high school with a full scholarship to the American Academy of Fine Art. Upon graduation, he was selected to apprentice with Haddon Sundblom, a famous Chicago illustrator most known for his Coca-Cola Santa Claus. Zolan moved into the field of commercial art, where he was a great success over the next twelve years. His true love, however, was his fine art paintings which were shown in leading galleries and museums around the world. By the 1970’s, he finally established his own gallery on Nantucket Island.

Zolan is continually inspired by his happy childhood in Brookfield, IL. His parents fully supported and nurtured their son’s talent, and, by his own admission, Zolan had an idyllic childhood.

In 1977, the President of the Bradford Exchange visited a Chicago gallery and was so impressed with Zolan’s paintings of children that he decided to commission a new work for a collector plate. One April afternoon, Zolan was watching his son blowing a dandelion in the backyard. Inspired by the wonder and fascination of his young son blowing a dandelion, he created his famous painting – Erik and Dandelion - which launched his thirty year collectible career.

This love and joy is reflected in his works. The unique combination of a subject matter so close to his heart and incredible talent, nurtured through years of technical training and experience, make Zolan’s paintings among the most popular in the world.

This new work immediately became Plate of the Year, the first of countless awards Zolan won as a limited edition collectible artist.

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In 2008, Zolan introduced a new collection of Santa Claus paintings inspired by his apprenticeship with Haddon Sundblom. Introduced at the New York Licensing Show, Zolan’s new collection captivated and excited collectors with his amazing portrayals of the traditional jolly Americana Santa. As Sundblom created his Santas for the Coke corporation, Zolan too has introduced a new collection of John Deere Santas.

In his own words, Zolan recalls, “Each painting is emblematic of my happy and carefree childhood days growing up in the Heartland. Life was an adventure with my dog, Skipper, always discovering something new and exciting in my little world.” All of Zolan’s paintings rekindle a spark of nostalgia in each of us as the warmth and richness of his work touches the heart and enlivens the soul.

To view more of Zolan’s paintings visit www.Zolan.com. For more information or licensing inquiries contact The Zolan Company at 32857 N. 74th Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85266, or call 480-306-5680, email: Donaldz798@aol.com. © The Zolan Company, llc. All Rights Reserved.

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BioSafe Systems Announces New Liquid and Powder Calcium Products BioSafe Systems has added two new products to its portfolio of green and sustainable products for agriculture and horticulture. CalOx, which comes in micronized liquid and wettable powder forms, is intended to raise soil pH and help plants take up nutrients more quickly. The micronized liquid calcium form of CalOx is the next generation of micronized calcium carbonate. It has been milled down to less than one micron to allow for a highly superior product in a liquid form. The wettable powder form of CalOx is a five-micron product that can be used as an effective alternative to bagged lime on a variety of crops. BioSafe Systems has partnered with the world’s largest supplier of calcium carbonate products worldwide. This unique micronized calcium allows calcium to be easily applied either as a foliar spray or by injection through subsurface irrigation or chemigated into any type of irrigation system.

The Pro Box Gate Opener features quick-attach design, 47 lbs. of linear pull, rechargeable 12-volt battery, battery charger and wireless remote control. A fully charged battery is good for 275+ open/close uses. The Pro Box Gate Opener fits all Buckhorn CenterFlow bulk seed containers. For more information contact S.I. Distributing Inc. at 800-368-7773 or visit www.sidist.com. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

New Compact Manure Spreader Ideal Tool for Small-Scale Hobby The Conestoga Model C-50 compact manure spreader is the ideal tool for small-scale hobby farmers, horse owners and organic farmers. It is available with either two-wheel ground drive for maximum traction or PTO drive with heavy-duty agricultural gearbox to operate apron and beater. Both versions have ample capacities of 38 cubic feet. Easy hook up to a compact tractor makes for getting spreading jobs done quickly and easily.

CalOx performs much better than standard calcium products, either liquid or dry, due to the very small particle size. The small size allows plants to absorb calcium and other micronutrients more efficiently. CalOx is available in a variety of sizes, including 2.5, 5, 55 and 275-gallon containers. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

SI Distributing Introduces Pro Box Gate Opener S.I. Distributing Inc. has introduced the Pro Box Gate Opener to their line of products. This wireless seed box gate opener makes dumping seed into tenders easier and safer. Simply raise the box above the tender and open the discharge gate with the wireless remote control.

Corten copper-bearing steel is used in C-50 boxes to provide corrosion resistance four times that of plain carbon steel. All Conestoga boxes are of all-welded construction, chemically washed, painted with epoxy primer, and finished with a highly corrosion resistant, two-part urethane paint. This combination of special steel, construction and finish give Conestoga spreader boxes an extraordinarily long service life. Additional durability features include hardened sprockets, grade 5 bolts, oil-impregnated bushings, sealed bearings, heavy-duty roller chain, and poly vinyl floors that will not rust or rot. Durable Conestoga boxes carry a ten year warranty and the Conestoga poly vinyl floor system has a lifetime warranty. Overall Conestoga warranty is three years, covering defects in material and workmanship. For more info visit conestogamanurespreaders.com.

May Wes Expands Slide-N-Drive Poly 5th Wheel Cover Product Line For more than two decades May Wes has manufactured the Slide-N-Drive™ Poly Fifth Wheel Covers for the ag and transportation industries. Recently two new poly covers were brought to market, making a total of 20 different product offerings supporting these fifth wheel makes/models: • • • • • • •

Holland; FW35, FW8, FW17, FW3500 & FW2500, FWS1, FW6000 Fontaine; 7000, 6000, 5092, 3000 Jost; JSK37H, JSK37U & JSK37F Simplex; Simplex SE, Simplex Lite, Simplex II ASF; CASTLOC, CASTLOC II Reese; 18K, 20K & 25K Robin Industries; 15K

Why Slide-N-Drive™? Made from ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMW-PE) material, Slide-N-Drive™ Poly Covers eliminate the need for greasing the fifth wheel plate surface. The poly material’s non-stick surface keeps debris from adhering and enables better trailer handling and maneuvering. The •” thick UHMW’s superior strength will extend the life of the 5th wheel plate and over-the-road drivers report getting 400,000 plus miles per poly cover. The Slide-N-Drive™ kits come with everything needed for a basic installation. The poly plate is pre-drilled with strategically placed holes that clear obstructions under the 5th wheel plate. Two powdered-coated ram bars and all necessary hardware are included with the kit.

Learn more about the Slide-N-Drive™ product by visiting the website at www.slidendrive.com and viewing our video. For more information visit www.maywes.com.

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Latest JCB Skid-Steer And Track Loaders Offer Huge Fuel Savings The unique Powerboom and side-door access layout of JCB’s skid-steer and compact tracked loaders makes them the easiest – and safest – machines of their type for daily duties on farms. But the latest ‘large platform’ models are not only even easier to operate thanks to new controls and an electric quick-hitch option, they are also more economical. An improvement of up to 9% in fuel economy is credited to JCB’s new high-performance Ecomax T4 engine, which now powers five wheeled skid-steer models and four compact track loaders with rated operating capacities from just over 2225 lbs. to almost 3295 lbs.; and four tracked loaders rated from just over 2225 lbs. to 3200 lbs. rated operating capacity.

Digi-Star releases ISOBUS compatible Grain Tracker Digi-Star introduces the GT 465, an ISOBUS compatible system that allows grain carts operators to utilize the virtual terminal in the tractor cab. The GT 465 is the newest addition to Digi-Star's field management product line. "The GT 465 gives producers all the functionality of the GT 460 with the added benefits of enhancing remote visibility and reducing cab clutter," said Digi-Star product manager Todd Long. “It also comes standard with AutoLog2 allowing operators to pre-set truck capacity and receive an alarm notification when nearing the target weight in addition to, automatically starting and stopping the recording function each time the PTO is engaged.” There are two mounting options for the GT 465. It can be mounted on the side of grain cart to provide remote visibility for the combine driver or it can be mounted to the front of the cart so the person in the tractor cab can view it while loading or unloading. Changing trucks or fields is a simple touch of the button on your virtual terminal and all the data is captured on the USB in the GT 465. The GT 465 is an ideal tool for crop insurance reporting as it comes with Grain Tracker software for easy and accurate harvest data. For more information call 920-563-1400 or visit digistar.com. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

In addition, a new air filter design with a highefficiency active scavenging system, allows JCB to extend air filter service life to 500 hours when the machine is operated in typical farm conditions. JCB Agriculture General Manager Ray Bingley remarked, “Fuel savings, servicing and other operating costs are more important than ever in the overall ownership cost of agricultural machinery, so anything that keeps costs down is welcome. The previous JCB Dieselmax engine was up to 16% more fuel efficient than some competitor machines, so now we are moving even further ahead. “At the same time, the engine is compliant with Tier 4 Final emissions, yet has no diesel particulate filter (DPF) or any other exhaust after-treatment that needs to be serviced in any way,” he adds. “The lack of extra hardware has also enabled our designers to maintain the high rearward visibility for which the JCB skidsteer and track loaders have become renowned.”

Andis Introduces new ShowEdge™ Clipper for Livestock Grooming Andis combines form and function in the new ShowEdge™ detachable blade clipper for clipping and all-around grooming on large animals and livestock including cows, horses, goats and sheep. “Large animal groomers – particularly youth – struggle with the process of grooming because traditional livestock clippers are heavy and can require two-hand operation. The ShowEdge™ combines the safety and control of a small clipper with the wide blade and increased power of a heavy-duty clipper to create an easy-to-manage, mid-size solution. Its uniquely angled head delivers improved access when clipping in hard to reach places,” says Karen Formico, vice president of marketing.

Weighing in at 27.5 oz., the ShowEdge™ is ergonomically designed and is 58% lighter compared to most heavy duty, large animal clippers, providing greater control and less hand fatigue – both top concerns of livestock groomers. A 2-speed rotary motor runs cooler and delivers powerful cutting performance, while a tether cord, for around the wrist, helps prevent accidental drops. The Andis clipper has a 14’ power cord and comes standard with a wide 3” ShowEdge™ General Blade (#40175) to cover more area with fewer passes. Two additional blades are also available: Surgical (#40110) and Medium Coarse (#40165).

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Bayer CropScience Joins John Deere in Developing Digital Tools to Move from Precision to Decision™ Bayer CropScience and John Deere are working together to integrate data access, wireless data transmission, and delivery of prescription recommendations to help farmers optimize yields and return on investment. The collaboration will enable Bayer CropScience and John Deere to provide dataenabled decision-support tools for farmers. In cooperation with retail and distributor partners, Bayer CropScience will initiate R&D-based field pilots designed to use agronomic data to prescribe Bayer CropScience products to maximize yield potential and overall profitability on each acre. Bayer CropScience’s digital farming initiatives promote the creation and delivery of value-driven integrated solutions to farmers by leveraging new technologies and data availability to improve farm effectiveness and efficiency. “Our intent is to leverage the agronomic strengths of Bayer CropScience and channel partners, combined with the precision-enabled equipment and the MyJohnDeere decision support platform offered by John Deere, to enable farmers to move from precision agriculture to decision agriculture,” said Shane Hand, Bayer CropScience Digital Farming Strategic Marketing Lead. Bayer CropScience’s digital farming initiatives are designed to link agronomics, product performance and best management practices, while utilizing variablecontinued...

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rate and wirelessly connected technology offered by John Deere precision machinery. By integrating these elements, the two companies hope to enhance sustainable value at the farmer level and increase yields. Through its John Deere FarmSight™ strategy, John Deere is creating a solutions ecosystem to enable agricultural customers to be more productive, experience greater uptime, and lower the cost of operation while improving yield. An important component of this strategy is MyJohnDeere, a comprehensive information platform enabling the management of equipment data, production data and farm operations. This online platform allows farmers to analyze yield variability, access decision support tools and collaborate with their agronomic advisors to improve their bottom line. “The MyJohnDeere open platform gives farmers the opportunity to see the performance of their operations and collaborate with agronomic and business partners to optimize their production and costs. Bayer CropScience and John Deere share the commitment to optimize farmer returns while honoring the foundational principles of data management and stewardship,” says Pat Pinkston, Vice President Technology and Information Solutions, John Deere. For more information about Bayer CropScience visit www.bayercropscience.us or contact your local sales representative for product information. For more information about John Deere visit www.JohnDeere. com or contact your local John Deere dealer. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

New Comprehensive Website for Smartlic Supplements Launched New Generation Feeds, manufacturer of SmartLic feed supplements, recently launched a new comprehensive website. The easy-to-use site is designed to maximize the interactive experience for producers and dealers. Intuitive navigation allows users to quickly find product information by livestock type, product name or application. The site offers a special section for SmartLic dealers featuring a variety of resources. The SmartLic Resources page features product literature and links to market reports and industry news. The site also serves as a resource for the latest feed supplement research. Producers can utilize the latest version of the Feed Cost Calculator to determine feed cost comparisons and cost projections for their herds. The new site can be accessed at www.smartlic.com.

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NRCS: New Web Pages, Updates Help Meet Conservation Needs of Modern Farmers

looking for information on conservation programs," O'Halloran said.

For generations, children have been singing about the farmer, his wife and kids, and even the mouse and the cheese. But today, a modern farmer is more likely to be using the mouse on his computer (or more realistically, a smartphone or tablet) than dancing around a small wooded valley with his family and farm animals.

"We hope you enjoy these new and revamped pages, and we welcome feedback on how we can improve our 'digital' service center," says O'Halloran. "We’re excited to have the opportunity to help you get started with NRCS!"

The website of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, www.nrcs.usda.gov, has been evolving to keep pace with the needs of today’s farmer, says NRCS Webmaster Elisa O'Halloran. "Our mission is to provide American farmers, ranchers and other visitors with the tools and resources they are looking for on a site that is easy to use and navigate."

NRCS has about 13,000 visits per day on its national website. Some of the most popular pages deal with soils, Web Soil Survey and the Farm Bill.

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The most-effective websites combine clear and readable text, usability, functionality and simple navigation. NRCS writes the text for targeted audiences, which includes farmers and ranchers, as well as people who use NRCS online tools, such as Web Soil Survey, PLANTS database and COMET-FarmTM.

The National Shooting Sports Foundation and Progressive Agriculture Foundation® are working together to provide more gun locks to parents in rural America. Through the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s Project ChildSafe, local Progressive Agriculture Safety Day® coordinators and sheriffs will give gun locks to Safety Day participants.

Recently, the agency created a new Get Started with NRCS page. This new webpage helps farmers, ranchers and forest landowners learn how they can make improvements to their land with conservation.

Progressive Agriculture Safety Days are a perfect place to explain why it’s important that firearms be safely handled and securely stored.

This webpage features the five steps to getting assistance from NRCS, so that farmers, ranchers and forest landowners can know about the process of applying for assistance from the comfort of their own home, barn, tractor or wherever else they hop online. Also, NRCS revamped its About and Drought Resources pages and created a Resources for Small Farms page. About NRCS provides an overview of what NRCS offers, including those popular tools that bring many visitors to the website. Drought Resources houses information on assistance and resources that can help farms and ranches be more resilient to drought. And finally, the Resources for Small Farms page pulls together information and resources that may be of interest to owners and managers of smaller farms, such as information on organics and seasonal high tunnels. NRCS uses a number of tools to help create these pages, including site traffic and customer experience information. "We’ve found that more than 61 percent of people coming to our website were new visitors, many of whom were farmers, ranchers and forest landowners

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“Securely storing firearms when not in use is the No. 1 way to prevent accidents, misuse and theft,” says Bill Brassard, director of Project ChildSafe. “Our campaign reminder is Own it? Respect it. Secure it.” As a firearm owner, it’s your responsibility to ensure that guns in your home are always stored where they are inaccessible to children or other unauthorized persons. Hiding a gun in a closet, drawer or similar location is not safe storage. Safe storage is employing precautions and multiple safeguards that provide an additional barrier against unauthorized use. Nearly all firearm accidents in the home can be prevented simply by making sure that guns are kept unloaded and locked up when not in use, with ammunition secured in a separate location. To find out if there is a Progressive Agriculture Safety Day near you, go to www.progressiveag.org. Parents interested in having their child participate should contact the local Safety Day coordinator. If your child is unable to attend a Progressive Agriculture Safety Day, ask your local sheriff’s department if they can obtain a gun lock for you through Project ChildSafe.

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Exmark Launches Consumer Referral Program Qualifying referrals can earn $100 Carhartt gift cards for themselves, and the people they refer. Exmark has launched a new Referral Program targeted at its farm and acreage customers. The new program launched in March, and runs through the end of 2014. Exmark Director of Marketing, Daryn Walters, said the new program makes it easy for existing noncommercial customers to share their recommendation of the Exmark brand.

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ShopCaseIH.com has a new look! From hats to toys to shirts and more, at this one-stop shop for all things Case IH, International-Harvester and Farmall®, you can find quality merchandise for you or your family.

With spring on the horizon, farmers are busy with their annual preplanting preparations in an effort to make the most out of the upcoming growing season. Through trade show attendance and interactions with customers, Lundell Plastics has found that its offerings contribute towards increased efficiency in the field year after year.

If you haven’t done so already, you can sign up to receive emails and special offers from ShopCaseIH. com; eGift cards are also available. The ShopCaseIH. com Pinterest site is also frequently updated with the latest items. The site features items representing both Case IH legacy and modern brands. Some of the newest available items include mobile gear, including iPhone® and iPad® cases, a USB car charger and headphones.

“At Exmark, we believe there is no better advertising for our brand than an already satisfied customer speaking with others about the positive experience they’ve had. The Referral Program is an easy way to share the experience of Exmark ownership with

Other products, such as Lundell’s UHMW Wearshoes, have proven to improve equipment durability further contributing to a farmer’s bottom line. Additionally, Lundell’s innovations are being utilized by a number of the country’s leading manufacturers of seed tenders and other equipment to provide high wear and performance. While Lundell Plastics places a large focus on manufacturing agricultural products, the company is also capable of fabricating custom OEM products for machinery such as industrial conveyors and u-trough liners.

friends, neighbors or colleagues.” Eligible referrals will qualify both the referrer and the referee to receive $100 Carhartt gift cards. To be eligible, the referring party must be a current noncommercial Exmark customer, and the referred party must purchase and register a new Exmark zero-turn riding mower by December 31, 2014. Exmark has made it easy for customers to make a referral. To begin the referral process, go to exmarkrefer.com/ and create a log-in. Once loggedinto the system, it’s easy to make a referral using email, Facebook, Twitter or Google +. The progress of a referral is tracked on the site, allowing the referrer to log-in at any time to view their list of pending referrals (referrals who have not yet purchased but have registered for the program), and see who has accepted a referral. Once eligibility requirements have been met and the new Exmark mower of the referred has been registered by the dealer, the $100 Carhartt gift cards will be distributed to the participants. For complete program details, visit ExmarkRefer.com.

ShopCaseIH.com offers a wide selection of items for men, ladies and kids, representing both Case IH legacy and modern brands.

For guys, there’s a wide selection of shirts, hats and even jeans. There’s also a nice selection of shirts and hats for ladies, too. Choose from several cute one-piece outfits for babies and shirts for both boys and girls, and then swing over to find toys – both riding and handheld. Fido is not to be left out, either. ShopCaseIH.com features a selection of pet accessories, including leashes and toys. You can even find items to show your Case IH pride in the car, such as mudguards, seat covers and floor mats. Be sure to check back often, as new items are constantly being added. Get them before they’re gone!

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The Iowa-based company continues to receive feedback from growers on how their product upgrades in particular, such as poly-cupped flighting and FreeFlo telescoping tubes, have helped reduce costs and labor time by speeding up grain handling processes.

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The company has made it convenient for customers to order products by making their free product catalog available by mail or via download from their website, along with direct online ordering for many of their products. “We recently revamped our Lundell Plastics Product Catalog to better serve our customers,” says company president Vance Lundell. “Our customers are generally busy year round so it’s important that we make our ordering process as convenient and easy as possible, keeping them efficient in all that they do.” The company launched a microsite last year to share more specific information about how its products benefit growers at www.farmefficient.com. More information about Lundell Plastics’ agriculture and industrial products, recent company news and the option to request a free 2014 Product Catalog can also be found at www.lundellplastics.com.

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Widows & Infants Village Added to Global Compassion Network Community in Haiti New village joins orphanages, school housed in Sukup-built Safe T Homes® Volunteers and mission workers from Iowa have completed the first of 10 homes near Les Cayes, Haiti, at site selected by Global Compassion Network as the location for the James 1:27 Widows & Infants Village, the newest addition to the non-profit disaster relief organization’s permanent community in Haiti.

While the Haitian community is located at a permanent site purchased for this purpose, Global Compassion Network also relies upon Safe T Homes for temporary shelter when responding to humanitarian disasters, including shelter for children in Kenya and hurricane relief in the Philippines. The homes can be constructed using minimal labor and tools, are portable and light-weight enough to be carried by hand to areas vehicles cannot reach.

“When we learned of the hardship being endured by widows in Haiti and the plight of infants orphaned or abandoned at already-struggling hospitals, we were inspired to add a village that would serve the needs of both groups, says Ken DeYoung, an Iowa farmer Responding to the needs of widows without families and who founded Global Compassion Network after infants abandoned at hospitals in Haiti, Global Compassion volunteering to fly medical supplies to Haiti in Network volunteers from Iowa assist local workers in building the wake of the devastating 2010 earthquake the second of 10 Safe-T Homes at the new James 1:27 Widows and tsunami. & Infants Village near Les Cayes, Haiti. The village is named for “In addition to providing for the basic physical human need for safe, secure shelter, this project supports the psychological and spiritual human need for a sense of purpose, as widows who are without family nurture at-risk babies who so desperately need mothers,” DeYoung explains.

For more information on the James 1:27 Widows & Infants Village and other Global Compassion Network initiatives, visit www.globalcn.us. If you’d like to join Global Compassion Network in its domestic and international humanitarian relief efforts, call 515-448-3131 or email office@globalcn. us for an information packet on volunteering, donating and sponsoring programs.

James 1:27, the Bible verse which instructs Christians to care for widows and infants: “Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.”

Global Compassion Network volunteers from the Algona, Iowa, First United Methodist Church, along with mission workers from Laborers for Christ and local Haitians, have completed the first two village homes and are planning to erect a full complement of 10, the number of Safe T Homes that can be shipped in a single cargo container.

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r. Williams (self-made entrepreneur) is the contributor to this month’s Knightro Report column. Like those that survived the economics of World War II, the dirty thirties, the depression and now the recession – he survived the collapse of the farm credit system during the mid-8O’s, along with thousands of other demoralized farmers across America. Having lost his hog operation, he came out of it bigger and stronger than when he went in. He has since come to realize that his financial condition was no fault of his own, but rather the victim of a bloated government bail-out in the 70’s. Rather than putting him back on his feet, it kicked his legs right out from under him. But those same qualities that put him at the top of his game have sustained him to become the man that he once was. He never accepted “I don’t know” for an answer, and pursuant to all his questions, were the qualities of character and building relationships. Like the time he brought in a load of hogs to sell to Iowa Pork Industries, he asked one of the hog buyers, “Just who is it that sets the hog market? I would like to meet him.” They pointed up the street to my office. He said, “Can I talk to the guy?” “I am sure you can; would you like for one of us to make an appointment for you?” “No, I’ll make my own dam appointment, but thank-you anyway.” On the way out he stopped at my secretary’s desk to schedule an appointment. The very next day he was in my office at 8:00 a.m., with a huge bag of fresh donuts–a move that served him well as a privileged insider of hog marketing opportunities. Though his passion to play Robin Hood is unquestionably noble, his name calling and unmitigated references of socioeconomics may come under sharp scrutiny of the readership. If so, I will responsibly address your concerns–just as I have other debatable positions of interest that have come across my desk.

He has since moved his stock from the farm to the board of trade, and has done well enough financially to practice what he preaches. He preaches Proverbs 29:2... “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice, but when a wicked man rules, the people groan.” Dear Mr. Knight, As a follower of your column, I read, with interest, your article about the NFO winning or losing. You gave them credit for a big win, but qualified it by saying – had they really won, we would still have family farms. Ken, here we are – another planting season upon us, and many have been sitting at the kitchen table trying to figure out the best option to make money for the year ahead – how many acres of wheat, yields, proﬁt/loss per acre, outguess growing conditions, should I feed some livestock, etc. Many livestock producers have endured one of the most difficult winters in their history and probably the most costly, with liquid propane skyrocketing to prices never seen before. Many out there are sitting at the kitchen table, optimistic about the year ahead – great! Farming is a lifestyle, not necessarily about money – yet, according to the stats in Minnesota, we are still losing more and more of the younger generation. This is a sector of our community that has been abused for years. With government wanting to keep food prices low, it has to keep the population of farmers to yet a lower percentage of our population. I too was a farmer that farmed until I couldn’t afford to be any longer. A lifestyle I do so dearly miss. I guess it has always been about corporate America and probably always will. Since I left farming, and I’m very sad that I had too, money has always been on my mind. Can anybody tell me where it comes from? I mean origin, how it works? My Dad said, “You work for

A plugger’s stock is not listed on the Big Board.

it, it doesn’t grow on trees. What are you going to buy with it, pop bottle caps?” He did get it through my head: You had to work for it. Period. And if you really know where it starts, it is interesting. For me, the 90’s represented the best years. The value of the dollar was at its best! The value of the dollar today, not so hot. Why is that? Those in corporate America have the most cash in history, just sitting there, and yet don’t spend it. Why? ‘They’ say they need to see how the government will tax or what costs they we will be socked with. Huh? I know farmers don’t have an excess of 16 trillion in the bank, or even another 16 trillion in pirate banks. The debt in America is over 16 trillion. That’s a lot! But for many farmers, their debt is very real too. Even with all their optimism they have to work hard every year just to get by. In a book I recently read by President Bill Clinton titled “Back to Work”, he points out how America and it’s struggles are very complex, but with a few cuts here and there, an increase in taxes for some, all could be made right – but no one wants the word ‘taxes’ mentioned. If this country and our people are going to prosper and enjoy our Freedom, we have to do our moral

YOUR VOICE IN THE MARKETING PLACE OF YOUR CHOICE Ken E. Knight is the author of the “Knightro Report”, a nationally syndicated livestock-marketing column, which is featured in this publication on a regular basis. Mr. Knight is a graduate of North Dakota State University, with a major BS Degree in Meat and Animal Science and a minor in Communications. In addition to being a professional auctioneer, public speaker and livestock judge, he brings many years of corporate level meat and livestock market management and expertise to the industry for which he now serves as an independent voice of shared knowledge and experience.

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and ethical duty. For instance, take a look at the tax rate on the wealthy, post WWII–and then compare it with the effective tax rate many pay today. Our population of millionaires and billionaires is ever increasing, while there are kids in the Minnesota school system going hungry. WOW!

Warren Buffett’s holdings. What a conglomerate: BNSF, DQ, GEICO, Heinz, major stock holder in Wells Fargo, CocaCola – just to name a few. Watching “The Men Who Built America”, I noticed a very strong similarity. Knowing that history repeats itself, why do we continue to repeat patterns that are not for the betterment of all?

There are increasing number of charities and shelters around the Twin Cities; I have visited these places and the stories are very saddening. I know many have an opinion; probably not what I want to hear, but just sit back, imagine being a teen, your name John/Jane Doe with no family, friends, and nothing you have done has made a mark in this world. What would you do?

But wouldn’t it be great if more large corporations today were as innovative Henry Ford was in the early 1900’s? The business plan of the Whole Foods Market does not have the huge 400 times profit to average worker salary ratio. Instead it has a modest, justified income for a very sizable company. Kwik Trip, another local company in Minnesota, treats their workers especially well and shares generously in the year’s success. These are just a couple of many companies today that treat employees exceptionally well and have a very nice, family farm-like corporation. Thank you!

This reminds me of a similar instance in the movie “Trading Places”, reminding us about how others struggle for food and housing. I know many worked hard to make their money, but maybe some are just a little less fortunate or as intelligent. I get it– capitalism is alive and well in America, and thank God for that–but why does one person need to struggle to live while others are so, so incredibly well-to-do? I know some of the well-to-do have compassion for their fellow man and contribute to many of these helpful organizations–and to them give a huge ‘Thanks”! But maybe we could cut down on the need for all these organizations in the first place if the millionaires and billionaires would share more of their money by more offering more employment opportunities, paying a little more percentage of taxes, etc. I know this works as we have other countries around the world that don’t have the economic gaps we have here; and they do just fine. I think, at this time, financial genius Warren Buffett is the second wealthiest person in the world. Wow! I guess that is how we keep score. The ex-chief economist, Bruce Bartlett has spoken and written books on some key ways to help our country and others to prosper. Recently I watched the series “The Men Who Built America” on the History Channel. What an eye-opener. Wow, again. You hear on the news about how Warren Buffett going to give his money away–nice, yes; but maybe, just maybe if all the companies in his conglomerate would pay his employees more, the velocity of hard-earned money would win out over charity? It used to work this way in America: The family farm supported most of the ﬂow of money through the feed mills, implement dealers, grocery stores, pharmacies, hardware stores, restaurants and many other family business, all of which have since been replaced by a few major corporations. Some were very liberal to workers, stock holders, patrons, etc. Not so now–just look at some of

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There has been so much lost and gained from the family farm. In reading your articles, Ken, on 4-H, NFO and many others to help us make money – I know you ‘get it’. Thanks for all the years of your support and help! I am not looking for any negative feedback, just for all to think back or talk to those that have done so much for mankind and go the extra step to work, live, play together, and to not have such extreme gaps on the ladder of success. I am glad we have large corporations and entrepreneurs who know how to make a lot of money.

BLOATED AT THE TOP Warren Buffett is a very intelligent individual and with so much financial muscle could do so much more for our great country. He owns one of the largest insurance companies in the world; he could lead the way for our insurance needs, after enjoying profits of 400% or more.

I strongly agree with Mr. Buffett is this fact: Americans are strong and can get through anything. But my guess is, it’s because of the morals and ethics that make up the family farm. We all have a tough job, but take the time to help our neighbor or fellow man. We could all use a little help, no matter who you are. And thank you too, Ken Knight – you are a pillar in what’s left of our family farm.

Now that our government has passed insurance reform, referred to as “Obamacare”, something Senator Ted Kennedy lobbied for many years, the insurance companies are throwing a tantrum, along with non-proﬁt hospitals, etc. Really? Can we get back to the times when we would all pitch in to help a neighbor rebuild a barn after a disastrous ﬁre, put in crops for an ill-stricken neighbor, maybe help pay a bill or two for someone on hard times? While I disagree with Mr. Buffett’s business practices and those alike, he has raised a son that participates in both corporate America, the farming world, and works with the ‘common Joe’. He has helped ordinary people around the world. He has shown people how to plant, grow, harvest, sell their products. He appears to be an awesome mentor! I would like to say, “Thanks Howie!” I am not trying to single out these guys, but they are high profile, for which many can recognize. We have all heard the phrase, “Give a man a fish and he eats for a day. Teach him to fish and he eats for a lifetime.” Also, “Give a farmer a dollar and he’ll spend two!”

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Farmhouse Kitchen

By Renae B. Vander Schaaf

The Ever-Evolving Methods of Farming:

How Things Change The technological advancements made for efficiency in farming has gained momentum the past few years. Can you imagine what our forefathers would have though about global positioning systems–or how about the use of drones? Maybe they wouldn’t be as surprised as one might think: Agriculture has always been in transition. The transition from horse to tractor took place the generation before mine. My farmer’s parents farmed with horses their first year of marriage, almost seventy years ago. Eventually, they were able to purchase a new tractor and never went back to doing things the ‘old way’. That first tractor is hardly recognizable compared to what you see now on the machinery lots. Today, there are fewer brand names to remember. When the market was new, there were several tractor companies that no longer exist – Theiman, Illinois Tractor, and Flour City Tractors, to name a few. Speaking of things that no longer exist... Strange as it seems to me, stockyards are starting to hold sentimental value. When we were kids, it was exciting to ride with dad in the straight truck when he was taking a load of cattle, either to the Sioux City Stockyards or the Sioux Falls Stockyards. We knew the trip would include eating a meal out, something we seldom did growing up. It was an adventure just to see the road from the truck seat! Sometimes we got out of the truck to listen to dad dicker over prices with commission men. My dad knew how to raise cattle, and the buyers at the stockyards knew it was prime beef! But things change... The Sioux City Stockyards no longer exist, and the visit to the museum to see the display just doesn’t portray the same hustle and bustle, cattle lowing or the smells. The Sioux Falls Stockyards have recently been reduced to piles of rubble; all that remains

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is the office building. Who could ever have thought the businesses that contributed so much to the growth of several cities would change so much? That’s not all that has changed... Growing up we drank unpasteurized milk, fresh from the cooler. Many times, the milk at meal time wasn’t cold. We hated that cold milk in school, so we always chose chocolate milk because it was at least tolerable! I wonder how many of us who grew up drinking that milk would even consider drinking raw milk today? I understand the current debate, and believe there are truths on both sides. When the industry became more strictly regulated, most smaller operations found complying with the regulations cost more than the milk check. And when that happened, the cows left the farm. It’s possible those laws prohibiting farm milk sales directly to consumers discouraged young people from buying a few cows to start their own small dairy. Remember, things change... Does anyone remember washing eggs because the “egg man cometh tomorrow”? Sometimes we had a lot of chickens, which meant we washed many wire baskets full of eggs. My farmer thinks we were spoiled because we had an automatic washer that swished back and forth, gently washing the eggs. Even so, it was a tedious process. The eggs had to be handled one by one, and dried on towels before packing into egg boxes. When efficient poultry processing equipment was introduced along with the headlines about eggs causing high cholesterol, many chicken houses emptied out. And no doubt many a farm boy rejoiced: No longer did they have to clean under chicken roosts! Renae B. Vander Schaaf, freelance writer, lives on a real working farm in northwest Iowa, and authored a book titled “A Place Of Refuge”. To Contact Renae B. Vander Schaaf, please email her at agripen@live.com.

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Property Located: From Aladin, WY: 5 Mi east on Hyw. 24, 4 mi. north on Hay Creek Rd. and 2 mi. east on Mona Rd. From Belle Fourche, SD: 12 miles west of Hyw. 85 on Sourdough Rd. This scenic property features a nice balance of mature pine and oak trees with native grass meadows. Wildlife including antelope, elk and deer abound. Excellent access is provided from all-weather Mona Rd. Adjacent to the WY/SD State line, the commute to Belle Fourche, Deadwood SD and/or I-90 is convenient. Improvements include a new, 4 wire perimeter fence, 2 wells and one stock dam. Electric power is available. Terms and Conditions: ABSOLUTE AUCTION, property sells to the highest bidder(s) Auction day without minimum or reserve bid! Property conveyed by Warranty Deed. Property is held debt free. Reasonable WY taxes prorated to closing date. Broker represents seller. Call for complete terms and conditions. Auctioneers Note: Whether you are in the market for horse property, hunting/wildlife land, or an investment/development tract, the Haerter land will suit your needs. See photos, maps, complete terms and conditions on www.bradeenauction.com.

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How to Get Barn-Quality Hay Without the Barn

Wrap your bales with John Deere B-Wrap*. It’s the alternative to indoor storage. B-Wrap works in your John Deere baler much like net wrap. Yet it protects bales almost like they were stored indoors — shedding rain, snow, and helping resist ground moisture. Storage losses are dramatically reduced, especially when compared to net wrap bales stored outdoors over winter. Learn more at AMBRACO. com, or visit your John Deere dealer.

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Reduce Trampling By Up To 90%

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Save $6 - $15 per acre, Cropsavers® reduce trampling by 80 to 90 percent when spraying. Cropsavers pay for themselves in the first 1,000 acres of use. Save flagleaf damage when spraying fungicides or herbicides. Less volunteer grain the following year in sprayer tracks. Easier swathing, combining and tillage when grain is not trampled.

CROPSAVERS FEATURING • Full height adjustment and floating parallel lift moves Cropsavers away from obstacles • Stainless steel cones with enclosed back feature a slim dividing tip • Deflector arms keep crop away from sides of the tire • Zero maintenance with greaseless pins • Cropsavers are fully adjustable horizontally and vertically • Easy installation with model specific bolt on kits • Air compressor to add to air kit for machines with no on-board air system

Cropsavers can be used for both fungicide and pre-havest dessication in a variety of solid seeded and row seeded crops

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Outer Quick Attach Cover Use the outer quick attach cover when spraying without your Cropsavers. The cover will prevent crop from striking the inside of the outer quick attach.

Made from stainless steel. Simply bolt the widening kit to your Cropsavers to add up to 5” to the width of your divider.

Deflector Extension Shield

This shield can be used in a variety of crops to keep the crop away from the drive motor and wheel. It can be attached quickly and easily to existing sets of Cropsavers or ordered as an option with a new set.

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ASCHOFF CONSTRUCTION

86360 Hwy. 121, Osmond, NE 68765 402-748-3551 | 866-748-3551 www.aschoffconstruction.com “Proud to be part of so many projects across NE Nebraska”

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Star Hill Solutions Inc. 1-877-798-JAWZ (5299) www.StarHillJAWZ.com

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Ph: (204) 325-4798 Fax: (204) 325-4055

LOAD LINE MFG. INC.

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When you buy a Load Line Grain Product you’re getting the best in the business. Load Line is committed to delivering high quality engineered products that are second to none in the industry.

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PRO SERIES Portable Wheel Corrals • Brackets for holding portable corral panels on each side • Loops welded on so you can make a side pen to come off of either or both of the 4 feet walk-through gates • Double 6 foot gates on each side of alley for easy configuration to trailers, loading chutes, tubs, working chutes

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Perimeter Gating: 170 ft. Panel Height: 70 inches Weight (delux) 6600 lbs Round tubes: 2” x .120 (11ga) all 7 bars except 2.375”x 1.54 wall on the bottom bar on the #1 panel

• Offset chains/latches for more holding power • X bracing filled in for animal safety

Unit capacity: 60 cow/calf pairs 140 head at 850 lbs

• Easy to use long levers for changing the direction of the rear tire folding/unfolding

866-294-4514 TRAILER MFG. INC.

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2306 S. Hwy 77, Waterville,KS 66548 Phone: 866-294-4514 Fax: 785-363-2472 Email: info@titantrailer.com

BERG EQUIPMENT Feeding Systems SHUTTLE FEEDER

Now Open Saturdays 8am-12pm Just off I-80, Des Moines, IA

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A/C Compressors & Parts

NEW Diesel Fuel Tanks

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• Lengths from 24' to 198' in 6-inch increments

• Heavy duty long-lasting galvanized steel construction

• All galvanized 14 ga. construction

• Fixed gear box drive unit drives the shuttle feeder smoothly

• Large 8" belt idler is crowned and self-cleaning

• Easy to maintain

• Select from one or two-way plows

• Single automatic reversing motor with torque limiter protection

• Large 8" diameter belt drive with rubber lags to keep belt straight

• High capacity feed handling

• Plow speed between 48' to 36' per minute (depending on pulley)

Call For Complete Details EGR Coolers

NEW Holset & Borg Warner Turbos

BERG 9104 CHAIN CONVEYOR features the following: • Can move feed up to 80 feet

• Length can be changed on the job

• Chain speed can range between 105-175 FPM • Maximum span allowed 20 feet

Radiators in stock for Case IH, John Deere, Massey Ferguson, Kenworth, Peterbilt, NEW DPF Filters Freightliner & more!

• Reversing options at no additional cost • Easy chain tightening

• Optional decline & detachable chain • Pintle chain is standard

Stainless Steel Radiator Coolant Tubes

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(60) 2004-’05 AZTEC CURTAIN SIDE DROP DECK TRAILERS 53’X102’’X14’ CALI Legal, Chameleon Rolling Tarp, 24’’ Deck ht, 36’’ King pin settings, 78’’ spread axle, Axels rated @ 25K# each,13’-9’’ upper dk, 39’-3’’ lower dk, 32 1/2’’ drop from upper to lower, 11’-6’’ inside ht at rear, 16 winches per side, 4 Upper, 12 lower, Call for more details and inventory.

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ab09mp Several 2006-2008 35 Ton Steel Hydratails In Stock 48’x102”, Fixed Tandem Air ride, Wood Floor, 10’ upper deck, 38’ lower deck, 8’ tail w/4’ tuck under flip, steel wheels, 20K# Hydraulic Winch, dump valve, Ledwell & Trail King available, Call for more details and inventory.

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CONSTRUCTING A NEW BUILDING? POURING A NEW SLAB? Let RADIANTEC show you how affordable and simple installing RADIANT HEAT can be! Heat your barns and outbuildings with the leader in low cost, energy efficient radiant heating systems. Easy, DIY packages and free quotes. We ship the same day that you order.

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8015 Highway 7 S.E. Clara City, MN 56222

Manufacturers of Quality Farm and Industrial Equipment

800-354-2106

Manufacturing Co. Inc.

LAND ROLLER The Tebben Land Roller levels fields by pushing rocks, root balls and residue evenly across the surface for better harvesting efficiency/higher yields, seed to soil contact and less combine downtime. TREE & STUMP SAW The 3 pt. CAT. I, II, III or skid loader mounted Tebben Tree Saw with a ¾” thick x 40” dia. blade is designed to cut down invasive trees easily, clean & fast.

Great Quality! The Gobbler

Grain Stacker

Reclaim your grain piles at high speed! The SWIFT Gobbler features: • Heavy duty auger – high speed chevron belt, fast mounting

Great Products!

• Variable speed feed auger – hydraulic raise front fence • Self contained hydraulic system – clod buster, detachable

HEAVY DUTY ROTARY CUTTER The Tebben HD Rotary Cutter is available in 5’, 6’, and 7’ sizes, with 75 HP gearbox, laminated tail wheel, and category 5 PTO Slip clutch/540 RPM.

or 320-847-3674

Competitive Prices!

Aggregate conveyors, grain conveyors, material handling conveyors, reclaim tunnel conveyors or custom conveyors... we can build them all. Welcome to SWIFT MANUFACTURING, INC. – a quality manufacturer located in West Central Minnesota.

3 PT DOUBLE CUTTER Available in 7’, 8’, &

10’ models, the Tebben 3 Point Mounted Cutter has dual pivoting rear laminated tail wheels, with greaseable spindle and hub assembly with a 10 gauge top deck, 3/16” & ¼” welded sides and deck supports.

SKID STEER MOUNTED ROTARY CUTTER

The Heavy Duty Tebben Hydraulic Skid Cutter mulches trees and brush up to 3” in diameter and pivots for uneven working conditions.

The Swift Grain Stacker is especially designed to provide the total portability demanded to upload grain at a remote facility. The selfpropelled design allows it to pick itself up and move on its own. The Swift Grain Stacker is designed to move up to 250 bu. a minute while keeping kernel damage to a minimum. Single & Dual Driveovers available.

Kwik Pits

Swift's goal is to help you select the equipment best suited for your specific application(s). We will ensure that you receive a system that is reliable, efficient, cost-effective and quality built to your specifications.

Steel Structures for: • Towers, Catwalks, Kwik Pits

In today's competitive, time-sensitive marketplace, the ability to move, sort, and distribute materials cost efficiently is more than just important ... it's critical. So let Swift Manufacturing help you with all of your conveyor needs!

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10009 Hwy. 7 SE, Clara City, MN 56222 | Phone: 320-847-2200 www.tebben.us

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ANHYDROUS AMMONIA TOOLBARS

DRY FERTILIZER SPREADERS

Try Our One-of-a-Kind Laneway Grader! Stop bumping around and get the Laneway Grader! • Three blades will smooth out all the bumps (most in just one pass) • No three-point hitch hookups. • Just drop a pin, hook up hydraulic hoses and go. • On the go adjustable roll for case of operation. • Adjustable pitch to keep the edges of your driveway neat. • Heavy built for both strength and weight to smooth your laneway.

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Spend less time and fuel with our Tile Trench Grader!

WNDT GN SERIES WAGON

• Fills the trench that the tile machine leaves with only 2 passes. • Saves time, fuel, and wear on your machinery. • Leaves just the right amount of soil on top of the trench to allow proper filling when rained on. • Fits Category 2 and 3 quick hitch. • Replaceable bolt on grader blade for the bottom. • Built heavy to withstand rocks and other debris. • No moving parts.

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Dealer Inquires Welcome!

HFL Fabricating, www.hflfabricating.com, rick@hflfabricating.com, 866-592-3806 Farm Depot, Michigan Nathan Frey Farm Equipment, Upper Sandusky, OH

Email: freyfarms@thewavz.com 419-294-0400 • 419-294-7138

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Nebraska

C.P.I.

“Serving all of Central Nebraska”

Juniata, NE 402-751-2255 Minden, NE 308-832-2380 | 308-830-0469 www.cpicoop.com

AURORA COOPERATIVE ELEVATOR CO.

605 12th Street Aurora, NE 68818 402-694-2106 | 800-642-6795 St. Paul, NE 308-754-4431 | 800-821-2783 York, NE 402-362-3994 www.auroracoop.com North Dakota

RIVERSIDE BUILDING CENTER 1015 South Main Lisbon, ND 58054 701-683-4472 www.rbclisbon.com Kansas

CUSTOM MILLS

6311 W. Morgan Avenue Hutchinson, KS 67501 620-662-4555 | 800-491-7369

CLEAVER FARM & HOME

DELL RAPIDS LUMBER CO.

FARMERS UNION MERCANTILE & SHIPPING

Nebraska/Minnesota South Dakota/Wisconsin

2103 S. Santa Fe Chanute, KS 66720 620-431-6070 www.cleaverfarm.com

323 South Cedar Stockton, KS 67669 785-425-6511 www.stocktoncoop.com

NOLL’S GARAGE

114 Railroad Street Nortonville, KS 66060 913-886-3921

MEL’S PUMP & PLUMBING, INC. 208 South 6th Street Clay Center, KS 67432 785-632-3392 South Dakota

DEUEL COUNTY CENEX

375 Main Avenue Toronto, SD 57268 605-794-4861 Clear Lake, SD 605-874-2428

101 St. Olaf Avenue Baltic, SD 57003 605-529-5451 We Sell Parts & Waterers

MIDWEST LIVESTOCK SYSTEMS, INC.

3600 North 6th Street Beatrice, NE 68310 402-223-5281 | 800-742-5748 725 N.Main Street Pine Island, MN 55963 507-356-8349 | 800-233-8937 4101 N. Cliff Avenue Sioux Falls, SD 57104 605-274-3656 | 800-705-1447 E6597 610th Avenue Menomonie, WI 54751 715-235-5144 124 East 5th Street Owens, WI 54460 715-229-4690 www.midwestlivestock.com

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P.O. Box 686 • Grinnell, IA 50112 • Phone: 1-641-236-5822 Toll Free: 1-800-541-7866 • www.miraco.com B14

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ROLL TARPS AND ROLL TARP KITS FOR SALE AT SYNTEX! The patent pending design of the Trigger Lock ensures that only an attachment can trip the locking mechanism. Because the release is manual it also ensures that the Trigger Lock can only be released by the operator. Trigger Lock is compatible with Alo, Euro, and Global adaptors.

High quality roll tarps and roll tarp kits for grain carts, wagons and grain trailers ! Syntex also stocks roll tarp hardware! 2 year warranty!

TONS

4 WHEEL Custom built portable PTO power carts Up to 250 horsepower

Trailer Style Running Gear

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Hoover Diesel Service LLC Specializing in Portable Diesel PTO Power Carts Diesel and gaseous fueled industrial generators, stand alone power units and replacement engines. Call today for price and availability 717-354-3322 or 888-DIESEL-0 Visit our website @ www.hooverdiesel.com

1.866.567.4162

www.horstwelding.com

Caterpillar Folded/ Modular Core Conversion

Samsung 210 Oil Cooler

10 - 400 KW Natural Gas and Diesel generator sets available June 2014

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Units In Stock

John Deere Charge Air Coolers

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Nebraska

BENES SERVICE CO.

1443 32nd Road David City, NE 68632 402-367-3695 www.benesservice.com

TOUGH

DINKEL IMPLEMENT CO.

Watch this facer unload 13,000 lbs. of silage a minute among other videos at easyrakefacer.com

3615 West Norfolk Ave. Norfolk, NE 68701 402-371-5092 | 800-627-9916 151 Railroad Street Scribner, NE 68057 402-664-2556 | 800-627-4436 www.dinkels.net

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South Dakota

KENNEDY IMPLEMENT

Are you Ready to Roll this season? We’re ready with tractors and equipment that are built New Holland SMART. Now’s the time to buy because we are offering 0% FINANCING* or cash back on just about every new model tractor, hay & forage or material handling equipment from New Holland. Stop by now because we are to Ready Roll! Are you Ready Rollto this season? We’re

601 Pleasant Philip, SD 57567 605-859-2568 Colorado

FARROW REPAIR SERVICE, INC. 26840 W. US Hwy. 40 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-0130

ready andJune equipment that are Don’twith wait!tractors Offers end 30, 2014. built New Holland SMART. Now’s the to Visit readytoroll.newholland.com for time details. buy because we are offering 0% FINANCING* or cash back on just about every new model tractor, hay & forage or material handling equipment from New Holland. Stop by now because we are Ready to Roll!

• Quickly attaches • No moving parts • Reduces facing time • No hoses to hook up • Preserves particle length • Eliminates Pile Undermining

THE PATENTED

North Dakota/Montana

WEST PLAINS, INC.

350 4th Street NE, Beach, ND 58621 701-872-4154 Highway 12 East, Bowman, ND 701-523-3296 107 4th Street, Hettinger, ND 701-567-4505 3484 I-94, Dickinson, ND 701-483-8741 www.westplains.com

Don’t wait! Offers end June 30, 2014. Visit readytoroll.newholland.com for details.

SILAGE FACER

320.664.4171

SIMPLE

BORDER PLAINS EQUIPMENT, LLC

*For commercial use. Offer subject to CNH Industrial Capital America LLC credit approval. See your New Holland dealer for details and eligibility requirements. Depending on model, a down payment may be required. Offer good through June 30, 2014, at participating New Holland dealers in the United States. Offer subject to change. Taxes, freight, set-up, delivery, additional options or attachments not included in price. © 2014 CNH Industrial Capital America LLC. All rights reserved. New Holland Agriculture is a trademark registered in the United States and many other countries, owned by or licensed to CNH Industrial N.V., its subsidiaries or affiliates. CNH Industrial Capital and New Holland Construction are trademarks in the United States and many other countries, owned by or licensed to CNH Industrial N.V., its subsidiaries or affiliates.

8141 Highway 2, Stanley, ND 701-628-2950 Highway 2 East, Glasgow, MT 59230 406-228-9341 13922 West Front St., Williston, ND 701-744-0957 www.borderplains.com

Montana *For commercial use. Offer subject to CNH Industrial Capital America LLC credit approval. See your New Holland dealer for details and eligibility requirements. Depending on model, a down payment may be required. Offer good through June 30, 2014, at participating New Holland dealers in the United States. Offer subject to change. Taxes, freight, set-up, delivery, additional options or attachments not included in price. © 2014 CNH Industrial Capital America LLC. All rights reserved. New Holland Agriculture is a trademark registered in the United States and many other countries, owned by or licensed to CNH Industrial N.V., its subsidiaries or affiliates. CNH Industrial Capital and New Holland Construction are trademarks in the United States and many other countries, owned by or licensed to CNH Industrial N.V., its subsidiaries or affiliates.

TREASURE STATE IRRIGATION

101 Canyon View Columbia Falls, MT 59912 406-871-9020 Email: sales@treasurestateirrigation.com

Home of the

Original Concrete Stock Tank

Colorado

P DIAMOND IRRIGATION SALES & SERVICE

206 Hill Street Kersey, CO 80644 970-353-1621 | 970-590-0128 www.pdiamondirrigation.com

REINKE STRENGTH

COMPETITORS’

HIGH STRENGTH STEEL DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY. Reinke’s single C-Channel Leg combined with Reinke’s wider tower base makes a smarter tower support design.

North Dakota

RITE IRRIGATION LLC 4068 35th Avenue NE Fordville, ND 58231 701-739-6064 www.riteirrigation.com

Model shown: 44C

Nebraska

Compare the Reinke C-Channel leg to our competitors’ angle iron design.

Visit your local Reinke dealer today to learn why the Reinke single tower leg is better for your tall crops and provides superior performance.

SENKBILE FARMS

1604 5th Avenue Central City, NE 68826 308-946-3396

SELL SERVICE, INC. www.reinke.com

46539 800th Road Arcadia, NE 68815 308-789-6225 Cells: 308-202-0024 308-202-0023

Other models available

PETERSEN MFG. CO., INC. 2471 Hwy. 30, Denison, IA 51442 christy@petersenmfg.com 800-832-7383 • 712-263-2442

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Spring Is In the Air… And So Are the Pathogens

By Kelly and Leah Daniels Kelly and Leah live on an acreage in north central Iowa and work with farmers and clients across the country.

We’ve had the pleasure of working with farmers – mostly livestock producers – for many years and we recently began to notice something interesting: Farmers like to ask a lot of questions. They want to know about which things are best for their operation, what’s new out there, how different brands compare, how they can save money on input costs, and so on. And they appreciate

having

someone

knowledgeable and down-toearth to talk over options with. That’s why we formed Hedgewood as an independent com-

Not to be a “Debbie Downer” but it’s time to clear the air. The air in your barns, that is. When it comes to confined animal production, air quality is a top priority. Without a constant exchange of fresh air, the animals are breathing in dust particles and, with them, any bacteria or virus lucky enough to hitch a ride. That puts stress on the respiratory system and weakens the ability to fight off disease. Dust is not the only culprit, though. In even the most beautiful equine stable, for instance, ammonia gasses can accumulate to unhealthy levels very quickly. In a hog barn, if you lose your ventilation, even for as little as a half hour, pigs can die. Not from a build-up of toxic gasses as you might imagine, but from hyperthermia. Their bodies put off so much heat that, without constant air movement, they can quickly succumb to heat stress. Last time, we talked about Hedgewood’s Five Key Elements for livestock production. Air quality is a perfect example of how one element – Environment – impacts all the others to one extent or another.

My barns are set up with controllers that monitor and manage ventilation, so I shouldn’t have to worry about air quality, right?

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Technology is a wonderful thing and today’s livestock producers have some awesome tools to help manage

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that will make their job easier

able to set the electronic controllers at the ideal levels and walk

and maybe even save money

away, even the best systems are not a substitute for human

through efficiencies.

observation. Your eyes, ears and nose can tell you whether the

At Hedgewood, our recommendations are based on having actually used many different types of equipment in production situations, rather than on how much profit we can make from one brand or another. If it’s

The work that U.S. farmers

Genetics – You may think air quality couldn’t impact genetics, but if you’re selecting genetic profiles based on how your current herd or flock is performing, you may blame sub-par performance on the genetics rather than the animal’s natural response to a poor environment. Management – If your air quality is bad, you need to adjust your management practices to address the situation. There are many ways to evaluate and mitigate air quality issues. Seek assistance from outside advisors including your veterinarian, extension agent and independent management professionals like Hedgewood who can determine whether your ventilation systems are up-to-snuff, based on what you really need rather than just trying to sell you something new.

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That sounds interesting, but I hate to invest in new technology.

Actually, EPI has been used for many years now in restaurants, bars and other establishments to clean the

air of smoke, dust and airborne vapors created by cooking. EPI is now in use by some of the biggest pork and poultry producers because it has been proven to work, is based on sound science and has a great return-on-investment.

air in a barn is right. If it doesn’t smell or look healthy to you or if you’re hearing animals coughing or wheezing, chances are something’s off. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

I’ve seen pictures of poultry barns that are really dusty, but I don’t see a lot of dust in the air in my hog barn. I shouldn’t have to worry about dust then, right?

right for the farmer, it’s right for Hedgewood.

Nutrition – You can formulate the greatest ration in the world, but if the animal can’t breathe well, it’s not going to eat as much.

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Health – If air quality is bad, the health status of your herd or flock is compromised. Even if you’re not seeing acute clinical symptoms of disease, low-level respiratory stress impacts the animal’s ability to grow and thrive.

If only that were true! While you might not see airborne dust in a hog barn, it’s there… along with vaporized

There’s a lot to know about how improving air quality can make your operation run better. If you have questions, please call us at 515-851-9194 or email kelly@hedgewoodequipment.com. Please visit our website, www.hedgewoodequipment.com, to learn about other ways we can help you improve your livestock

do helps people around the

moisture which can also carry germs. One company we work

world live healthier and safer

with uses electrostatic particle ionization (EPI) to remove

lives than ever before. We feel

airborne particulates and it’s showing great results. This is

blessed to be able to work in

especially important when you consider that the University

agriculture every day and to be

of Minnesota recently determined that the porcine epidemic

able to use our skills in keeping

diarrhea virus (PEDv) now plaguing the pork industry can be

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agriculture strong.

transmitted in the air as well as through direct contact. No one

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– Kelly and Leah

June 2014

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management. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Kelly Daniels is a long-time pork production manager and, more recently, worked with farmers as an equipment representative for one of the oldest names in the industry. Leah Daniels is the owner of NewsWorks, a strategic

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t Keeping the Family Farm in the Family Michael Baron is the owner of Great Plains Diversified Services, Inc. and is a regular contributor to the "Farm And Livestock Directory". Involved in farm estate planning for more than thirty years, Michael Baron is well-versed in farm income taxation, estate taxation, retirement planning, transition planning, oil and gas estate issues, and all other issues facing the family farm, including family dynamics. Presented in a comprehensive, down-to-earth 'question and answer" format, the topics addressed in this column talk about the many aspects of estate planning – and how to 'Keep the Family Farm in the Family'.

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Should You Have Full Coverage or Just Liability on Your Estate Plan? passed to him from my estate, he shall have a post-nuptial agreement with his spouse

Dear Michael:

that this farmland - if he should die - shall pass to a trust for the eventual benefit

We have two sons – one that’s been with us for a while and one that’s just come back to the farm. In our area, land values have risen four hundred percent in the last five to seven years and, between the machinery and the land, these two boys will have to get their hands around five to six million dollars in land, machinery, inputs, etc. that we have as a part of our farm operation. We have two other children but my husband feels if the two boys take over the farm then the two non-farming children should split our savings and life insurance. This amount is nowhere near even one million dollars – maybe half of that. Do you think this is fair to the other children or am I just not seeing the business side of this?

farmland - unless they should remarry. If there is a divorce action, this property is not

of his children (your grandchildren) with the spouse receiving all income from the to be considered a part of this legal action’. It sounds harsh, but you are talking about millions of dollars of property. This goes both ways – if you have a daughter or son involved in farming for the in-laws. Last, but not least, when you state in your will the non-farming children will receive the ‘residuary cash’ of your estate, remember this - before the money gets to them, this is where the money comes from in the estate to pay for legal fees, burial costs, probate, taxes (income and estate) cost of health care (including any long-term care debts) and any and all outstanding debts. Your non-farm children are going to be hopping mad when they see their brothers getting millions of dollars in farmland, machinery, etc. - but all the costs of the estate are being taken out of ‘their share’. You need to protect these inheritances for the non-

Signed... Mom in Between

farm heirs by setting up a proper estate plan. Back in the 80’s, it was common for the non-farm children to receive a percentage

Dear Mom in Between:

share of what the farming child received. This was normally not a lot of money by

The son who has been on the farm contributed to the growth of the farm and the one

three to four hundred thousand dollars today.

today’s standards. However, getting fifty thousand dollars in the 80’s is like getting

just starting will contribute to the growth in the farm.

Farmers seem to accept that machinery now costs hundreds of thousands of dollars,

However, like most parents, you are in that ‘tween’ stage, where you can’t really say

land costs millions, and costs and incomes are up commensurately. But for some

‘if it weren’t for my boys, I never would have survived the 80’s’. The boys aren’t old

reason, they seem to have a real difficulty using the same dollar quotient in developing

enough to have been born in the 80’s. On the other hand, they have helped during this

an equitable plan for their children. Fuel and fertilizer could go up thousands of dollars

incredible growth spurt that’s occurred in the last decade.

and the average farmer would barely blink an eye.

There are arguments both for and against this type of estate plan.

Most farmers wouldn’t dream of buying a new truck, combine or tractor without

What happens if you leave the farm to the two boys and one decides to sell out after you

putting full coverage on it - yet will walk around with just basic liability coverage on

die and walks away with the best offer? Is there anything in place in your estate plan

their entire estate plan and, essentially, ‘hope for the best’ for the future of the entire

covering if I give your (farm child(ren) more than my other children (non-farming)

family farm worth millions and millions of dollars.

how can I protect my non-farm children if my farm child becomes a ‘non-farmer’ shortly after my death? How long after I die is my farm child(ren) able to do what he

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Dealing With Farming Uncertainties This Year For many of America’s farmers and ranchers 2014 is starting with more uncertainties than we have experienced in quite a while. How can agricultural producers cope? Much of the western half of the Corn Belt is experiencing carryover from the 2013 shortage of precipitation and other parts of the Midwest have too much moisture. Drought conditions pervade much of the West. The late spring this year is causing additional apprehension. Agricultural producers are studying weather predictions and whether El Nino will have an effect on their livelihoods this year. The recently passed Farm Bill is not yet fully understood and additional administrative changes will likely occur. Lenders in some regions are raising the interest rate on money borrowed by farm operators. There is plenty to worry about, but there also are behavioral methods of curtailing unnecessary worry. Acquire sufficient knowledge to make informed decisions. Farmers and ranchers can reduce this year’s uncertainties by acquiring as much information as needed to understand crop insurance provisions, selecting varieties of crops suited for drought and a shorter growing season, and considering whom to turn to for advice and emotional support if necessary. It helps to have equipment, seeds and all inputs immediately ready when conditions are favorable for planting because it promotes a sense of security and control over the unexpected. Also have backup plans, such as what to do if pastures are too short to maintain all the cows, ewes or other grazing livestock during dry periods. Perhaps prepare a list of animals to cull, such as those with poor feet or udders, bad dispositions, or other factors that affect productivity. Weaning progeny early and quickly selling the mothers cuts forage needs. Their youngsters can be sold too or maintained more cheaply than their mothers until they are ready to sell. The 2014 farm bill has few changes in crop insurance this year. University of Illinois agricultural economist Dr. Gary Schnitkey said in a February 28 Ag Web June 2014

article by Sara Schafer that the new farm bill keeps previous products and subsidy levels intact.

Put yourself in a frame of mind to be open to accept whatever materializes. This can be done by self-talk, prayer, or meditation to gain acceptance of what happens. It takes discipline and habitual dedication to accept what God, or one’s concept of a higher power, allows.

Consistent with current lower grain prices the projected prices for major crops like corn and soybeans will be lower than for 2013 and resultant guaranteed prices will decrease, but the projected prices should not influence coverage level choices. Schnitkey said the new Agricultural Risk Protection policy offers useful protections. Farmers can explore options with their crop insurers.

Engage in practices that promote restoration. These range from religious prayer and services at church, to Native American talking circles and sweats, to Buddhist meditation practices, yoga, or other activities that cultivate spiritual and emotional awareness.

Crop insurance is subsidized by the USDA and available for most crops, such as grains, oilseeds, fruits and vegetables. The new farm bill also covers certain livestock losses during disasters, retroactive to 2012.

Obtain comforting physical contact from spouses, family and pets that includes touching. Physical stroking, like massage therapists provide, stimulates the release of beneficial chemicals such as serotonin and endorphins, sometimes called happiness hormones.

Don’t overdo worrying. Worrying is mostly selfdefeating after the initial urge to take stock of what is alarming has worn off. Usually the initial alarm reaction and figuring out how to deal with the uncertainty lasts only a few days, and seldom longer than a month, before exhaustion sets in. We can experience chronic anxiety, followed by depression, if worrying persists to the point that poor sleep occurs and our brains become depleted of serotonin and other beneficial body chemicals that give us a sense of well-being. Be ready to take breaks from problem-solving and relax periodically by undertaking activities that are unrelated to farming and the causes of worrying. Short vacations, or longer ones if conditions allow, change our surroundings and allow time to engage in activities that restore us. Vacations are an investments in ourselves. Taking vacations is a behavior we control. Other behaviors we can undertake to renew perspective and serotonin production include the following: Share the worry by talking with others involved in, and outside the agricultural operation, such as trusted family members, friends, and advisors. Exercise actively to the point that sweating and heart rate increase enough to feel as if in a different phase, because then beneficial body chemicals usually have been produced.

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Don’t be afraid to ask a physician for anxiety-calming medication if behavioral solutions are insufficient. And remember, somebody else has it worse. You’ve probably read some of this before, but our review of what we can do to deal with uncertain times, and to manage our behaviors is useful preparation. Readers may contact Dr. Rosmann at www.agbehavioralhealth.com.

Dr. Michael R. Rosmann brings the perspective of a farmer in “Farm And Ranch Life”. Dr. Rosmann grew up on a mixed grain and livestock farm in Western Iowa where he experienced enjoyable hard work and 4-H, and witnessed the stresses that accompany farming and farm life. Dr. Rosmann developed the first mental health response in Iowa to the Farm Crisis of the 1980s. In 2001, Dr. Rosmann, along with partners in seven states, founded the nonprofit network, AgriWellness Inc. AgriWellness conducted research and provided counseling services to farm people. It became clearer that a specialized field – agricultural behavioral health – was needed to respond to the unique problems experienced by farmers, ranchers and others involved in agriculture.

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By Paula Vogelgesang

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I printed this in PennyWise years ago and was asked to repeat it again for Father’s Day.

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Be home early! When I was your age... Always say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ You call THAT a haircut? Were you raised in a barn? Your eyes are bigger than your stomach. Who do you think I am, the bank? A little hard work never hurt anyone. Get your elbows OFF the table! I’ll tell you why: Because I said so. That’s why. I’m not talking just to hear my own voice, you know. You’re not leaving this house dressed like that! Don’t make me come over there! If wishes were fishes, we’d all have a fry. I don’t care WHAT all the other kids are doing! What part of ‘NO’ don’t you understand? If I’ve old you once, I’ve told you a thousand times. Turn off the lights if there is nobody in the room. Don’t make me stop this car! If I catch you doing that one more time, I’ll... As long as you try your hardest and do your best, that’s all that matters. Don’t believe everything you hear. Do you hear me talking to you? Don’t you dare use that tone of voice with me! What did I just tell you? Two wrongs don’t make a right. What are ‘they’ teaching you in school these days? What, do you think I’m made of – money? Hey is for horses. Eat it – it’s good for you. I don’t want you kids watching that junk on television. Now shut it off and read a book! It’s called ‘babysitting’. Now you watch the little kids while we are gone! I’m so very proud of you! Happy Father’s Day to all the daddies out there!

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A great gift for someone who love the great outdoors is camping gear of any kind. Anything from sleeping bags, camp stoves, tents and other kinds of gear are always appreciated.

There comes a time when the character lunchbox is passé and said kiddo wants something more up-to-date. What to do with the old, yet still serviceable lunch box? One reader suggested turning it into a portable first aid kit to go in the tool box of a 4-wheeler. Bandages, ointment, tweezers (for stickers from cactus), adhesive tape and some of those premoistened disinfectant wipes in individual packages are in mine. It’s saved the day several times! - Submitted by KJ, NM

I usually take a weekend and do a walk-though all of the various yard sales going on in the spring before I hit a retail shop. I’ve found brand-new, still-in-the-box sleeping bags, camp stoves, cooking sets, backpacks and even walking sticks for super cheap. You really can get more for your money. - Submitted by BR, WY ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

CLOG-FREE DRAINS Save yourself some big money and keep your drains running free and clear without any chemicals of any kind simply by pouring a big pan of boiling water down the drain a couple of times a week. The boiling water dissolves any grease or gunk that might be sticking to the sides of the pipes and gets any grease washed away before the ‘gunk’ can accumulate. I usually use the boiling water from cooking pasta or even potatoes in their jackets to rinse out the insides of the pipes. Haven’t had a clog in years! - Submitted by MS, IA

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BUNNY COOLERS To keep my bunny rabbits from getting overheated during the hot summer months, we fill one- and two-liter soda bottles almost full of water and then freeze. We take a couple of them out when the weather is over 80 degrees and set them in the corner of the hutch. The bunnies cuddle up next to the bottles when it’s really hot and have their own little ‘air conditioners’. We change them out a couple of times a day when it’s close to 100 ° and they get along just fine (they are well shaded anyway, but this is just a little extra to add to their comfort). - Submitted DB, NE ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Mix up equal parts of dish soap, white vinegar and water and pour into a spray bottle. Spray down the horses, dogs, cats and even the kids and it will keep those biting flies off them. If you add about 10 drops of citronella oil, it will chase away the most of the ‘skeeters too.

You can make a disposable fly/bug trap for all of the creepy, crawly, flying types of critters that abound during the summer months. All you need are some plastic jugs of some kind (gallon milk or vinegar jugs work well), and a piece of heavy twine or rope if you want to hang it in a tree or on a fencepost. In addition to the jug, you will need the following items: Banana skins (I freeze these ahead of time so I can make up several jugs at once) A little sugar Some sweet pickle juice or some vinegar I take the jug and poke a few holes around the top of the jug and then tie a piece of rope to/through the handle. Tie a doubled up piece of heavy twin or a lightweight rope around the top of the jug or through the handle. Then, I take about three banana peelings and chop them up real fine. Then add about ¼ cup of sugar and ¼ cup of vinegar, stir it up and then add some water. Pour it in the jug and then finish filling the jug half-full of water. Set these outside, AWAY from doors and windows or hang them on a tree branch. In a few days, the stuff will ferment and attract wasps, flies and other crawlies drawn to the sticky juice. They get stuck and drown. When the jug gets to looking really ‘icky’, just toss it away and make up another jug. I’ve used these in my fruit trees to keep the bugs that put holes in my apples away. I have a son who is severely allergic to wasps and these really help around the farm shop and other outbuildings to keep them under control. There is nothing in this concoction that would harm a child or a critter in case of any spills. And, they are so easy to replace as needed.

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PAINTING ‘HELPS AND HINTS’ Wash that paintbrush when you are done for the day in a gallon of warm water mixed with ½ cup of cheap fabric softener. The softener takes all of the paint residue off of the bristles and out of the inner part of the brush! If you can’t take the hinges off of a door to paint it, coat the hinges with rubber cement, paint away and when it’s dry, peel away the rubber cement! The hinges are clean and paint free. A really easy way to keep paint off window glass is to use a super-cheap tube of lip balm and run it around the edge of the window pane, paint the wood and wipe off the lip balm and any paint dribbles after you are finished. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– As always, if you have tips or ideas to share, send them to me at PennyWise, Box 518, Kadoka, SD 57543 or email me at pennywise@gwtc.net. Please be sure to mention this publication when you write.

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by Barbara Tako Motivational speaker and author of Clutter Clearing Choices: Clear Clutter, Organize Your Home, & Reclaim Your Life (O Books, 2010).

Organize the Room You Live In Aside from the fact that many of us hang out in the kitchen and dump our stuff there, what other room do you and your family hang out in when gray days or tired evening hours arrive? The living room or the family room, perhaps? Whatever you call this room, do you feel some days that it could just be dubbed the messy room? How was it looking after television on Sunday? Whichever room people “live in” in your home, pick up some tips to simplify this high-use evening and weekend family habitat.

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Sometimes our “family” room holds more stuff than family: remote controls, videos, CDs, books, newspapers, games, hobbies, slippers, blankets, stuffed animals, coffee cups, and whatever else everyone in my family happened to be holding in their hands when they walked into the room. Aarrgh! I am glad my family has a hangout, and I wouldn’t even want to change their habits of using it (much). I think the techniques we use to organize and simplify whatever room we’re talking about could fit the people who live there. Perfect people don’t live here. We do!

WEED OUT Since my family seems to constantly add to the clutter in our family room, I try to weed out any excess clutter in the room itself. With books, CDs, DVDs, and other things already sitting around, I don’t need to overdress this spot with decorating knick-knacks too. Spring cleaning is also a good time to donate books, magazines, videos, and anything else your family may have outgrown or replaced during winter and the holidays. Keep in mind the famous “one in, one out” rule: If you received a new book, maybe it is time to pass on an old one…

REMOVE EXCESS FURNITURE Years ago, after observing the open living room floor space at our daycare provider’s home, I went home and eliminated our living room coffee table! (Okay, I stored it.) Before you shake your head, consider this: Getting rid of the coffee table reduced the heavy dirt and carpet wear pattern on the floor around it. It also made more room for my children to roll around safely on the floor and play. They won’t always be young, but right then not having a coffee table was a good fit for my family’s style. Eliminate or store excess furniture or decorating if you can.

Larger boxed games and puzzles can be problematic because of their size, but they can also be stored near where they are used! Try a large wicker or plastic laundry basket, or use the space underneath a couch or loveseat, or add some shelving to a nearby closet or base cabinet to store them. In addition to baskets, I sometimes use nice large canvas bags to hold library books or a temporary project that I want to keep in the room. A sturdy canvas bag is multi-purpose because I can just grab it when it is time to take our library books back, and it looks better to have our library books in a bag next to the end table instead of piled on top of the table. I even choose bags in colors that match the rooms they live in.

A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING If there are “homes” in the family room for stuff people use, it will make it easier for everyone to help keep things picked up. Sometimes things don’t get picked up because no one is sure where this stuff could go, or there isn’t any room left where these things are supposed to go. This is why periodically weeding out is important-unless you want to keep getting bigger containers and eventually bigger houses just to hold your stuff!

MAINTENANCE After removing clutter and organizing the remainder into functional containers, there is maintenance. To keep a semblance of order in a high-use room, help family members get into the habit of taking something with them every time they leave the room. This will help “things” find their way back to their proper storage locations. Another trick is to spend five minutes straightening up the family room every night for a week. You will be surprised by the improvement. Set a kitchen timer. Don’t skip a night, but also don’t let five minutes expand into thirty--then you know you’ve stayed up too late and you won’t be inclined to clean up before bedtime again. It is amazing what can be done in five minutes per night. Try it before you laugh! I like to nest in sometimes during evenings or weekends. It is a joy to burrow into the family room with my family for an evening or a Sunday afternoon. Purge the excess clutter, make homes for things your family enjoys using there, and maintain the room to make it a comfortable habitat for everyone.

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I am also in love with “containerizing” everything that can be contained. Piles of stuff sitting around looks messy. Stuff in containers looks calm, and neat to my eye. I’m picky here. I want the containers in the family room to be functional and to look nice too! When we’re talking about furniture, I like enclosed entertainment centers and barrister-style bookcases— because I don’t have to look at all the little stuff or dust the open shelves all the time either. Wicker baskets are great too. They can hold anything from slippers or blankets to books, magazines, or craft projects.

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Pathways Through Agriculture by Kayla Degner

Springing into Planting Season As spring approaches, farmers are busy preparing for planting season. Many farmers have been preparing since this past winter and even last fall. My dad and brother have been working hard these past couple of months to be ready for this busy time of year. The planter is the most important part of this process, which includes the GPS technology. They also service the planter tractor. We run our own sprayer so that is also another task in itself. The combination of fertilizer, chemicals and water tender, which is mounted onto a semi trailer, is also a process. For the sprayer and water tender to correlate, communications is key between the farmer and elevator. The field cultivator and tractor also are used. It is used to incorporate the chemical and fertilizer into the soil to prepare for the seedbed. They also are balancing feeding cattle, calving season and everything else that happens during a day on the farm! My brother will be done with calving within the next couple of weeks. This will allow him more time to help my dad with planting. My last column discussed calving season, and that is still going smoothly. The baby calves are still just as cute, but are growing quickly! Spring and planting season also bring warmer weather. It has been a brutal and cold winter in the Midwest. I think we are all very grateful for the 60-degree weather we have been receiving. I am also excited for this warmer weather because it means summer is quickly approaching. I will be done with my junior year of college May 9! My summer internship starts May 12, which will be at NEW Cooperative in Fort Dodge, Iowa. I will be working with the communications department. I am excited to get started and start learning more about what I love to do! Between then and now, however, I have a lot of assignments, projects, papers and exams to complete. I would rather be busy than to not have anything to do. (I think I developed that trait from growing up on the farm alongside my parents and older brother.) On our farm, there is always something to be done. This might include repairing a tractor, mowing the yard, or feeding cattle. This is especially true during planting season. There is always a job for my dad,

This year’s baby calves are growing quickly!

mom, brother and I. My dad usually is planting in the field, my mom always cooks a wonderful meal, my brother does cattle chores and then heads to the field for spring

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2012 JD 568 Baler, mega wide, net wrap, monitor..............$25,000 2010 JD R450 Windrower, HD995, 16’ disc head...............$80,000 2005 Kinze 3800, 24 row, 30” planter, liq. fertilizer..............$55,000 2012 CIH 1240, 16 row, 30” planter, liq. fertilizer..................$60,000 2011 CIH 1250, 24 row, 30” planter, bulk fill, liq. fertilizer....$127,000

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WANTED: Caterpiller cable scrapers, Lever Holdings Inc. 306-682-3332.

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2009 Case IH 8120, 800 hours, 520s w/duals.................. $257,500 2008 Case IH 2162, 40’ Flex Draper....................................$66,500 J&M 875-16 Grain Cart, 30.5x32 tires, tarp......................... $18,900 2006 Mac Don 974 36’ Flex Draper..................................... $37,500 1999 Case IH 1083 w/new knives.........................................$17,900

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A Labor of Love: Alpacas Animals are a part of our everyday life. They clothe us, feed us, transport us, protect us and even fill the role of “best friend.” Unfortunately, those who are meant to look after their welfare do not always live up to the task.

ecently, a herd of 176 alpacas

than $6,500 toward the care of the

ways to prevent similar situations from

their alpaca business. With the industry

found themselves in dire need of

rescued alpacas, which were being

happening with any livestock.

steadily growing in North American for

rescue from an Oregon farm.

housed at OSU - School of Veterinary

The rescue was coordinated earlier this

Medicine, with more to come. They also

Deciding to own alpacas

business owners did not go into this

year by Cross Creek Alpaca Rescue.

reached out to alpaca owners throughout

venture expecting to “get rich quick.”

When members of the Columbia Alpaca

North America, and donations began to

The anger and hurt felt by those who

Breeders

come in from as far away as Virginia,

Association

(CABA),

the

Northwest regional affiliate of the

Georgia, Tennessee and Arizona.

Alpaca Owners Association, Inc., heard of the situation, they sprang into action.

While it is easy to point to the economic

The commitment and appreciation these

downturn as reason for the abuse these

business owners have for alpacas goes

animals suffered, the explanation is

beyond their own back yard. They were

likely not so clear-cut. The exact

outraged by the condition of the animals

circumstances that led to such dire

and collectively, the group donated more

conditions are uncertain, but there are

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more than 30 years, successful alpaca

assisted with this rescue was amplified because they understood how preventable the situation was. As with other livestock industries,

rescue

situations

occur.

Successful alpaca businesses exist, are attainable, and whether the focus is breeding stock or use of their fiber, alpaca business owners understand and embrace the work that goes into running

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Many have, indeed, made a successful living in this industry but, as with any business, research and hard work are necessary. Research is the most important step when considering starting any livestock business, and a prospective owner must understand

the

basic

information

necessary to care for these animals.

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A labor of love

Every livestock species has its special

The Betts have been running their alpaca

Dr. Jeri Booher, owner of Timberland

requirements and visiting alpaca farms

business for almost 10 years. They

Alpacas in Forest Grove, Oregon, and

is an excellent place to begin the

earned their return on investment within

co-president of CABA, also knows that

investigative process. A listing of local

two years, and now have increased their

as with any business, change can happen

farms can be found at www.alpacainfo.

revenue every year except one during

at any time, and can directly affect your

com, and a wonderful repository of

the recession when revenue was flat.

operation.

“From the beginning, we knew our focus

“When the economy took a hit, all

would be on fiber and other revenue

businesses were affected,” said Dr.

“Learn from someone with experience

streams, such as boarding alpacas, and

Booher, “Successful business owners

and integrity,” said Lona Nelsen Frank,

not as much on the selling of alpacas,”

adjusted accordingly.”

owner of ALPACAS of Tualatin Valley,

said Connie, “and we focused our

LLC in Beaverton, Oregon. “And when

business plan on that. Because of our

you decide to purchase your first alpacas,

focus and ability to stay on track with

Becoming part of an agricultural community

buy from someone who will mentor you

our mission, we are now known for the

24/7; not just at the point of purchase, but

fineness of our fiber and we often run out

Joining organizations focused on the

of each animal, feed and water them, and

in the future.”

of yarn before our season ends in

alpaca and livestock industry offers

then go into the field and barn to clean

countless resources to help ensure a

manure.

October!” industry is to attend alpaca shows and

The alpacas, including alpacas boarded

events.

national,

at their ranch by other individuals, and

regional and local. The alpaca industry

their yarn shop are Thomas’s full-time

features a world-class show system

job.

shows

are

developed to promote positive public

Owners

Association,

Inc.

regional

Stacie arranged for Seed2Need, a local

affiliates, FFA, 4H, State Farm Bureaus

organization that grows food for people

and County Agricultural Extension

in need to pick up manure every other

offices can provide access to local

week. Alpaca manure is a rich soil

resources. Everything about the care of

conditioner that improves soil quality

any livestock is easier when you have

and its ability to retain water. Now,

help and support to guide you in the

Seed2Need

manure to help fund their efforts.

proper direction instead of reinventing

Temecula, California, originally entered

the wheel on your own.

opportunity to learn how to improve the breed and enhance their marketability while promoting and protecting the health

and

well-being

alpacas.

Attending these shows can prove to be a highly

educational,

exciting

and

enjoyable experience. These shows also offer

unmatchable

networking

opportunities, where alpaca business owners and individuals interested in this livestock come together from across the country... and the globe... to discuss their alpaca business, experiences, successes and failures. A calendar of upcoming educational and show events can be found at www.alpacainfo.com.

the alpaca industry concentrating solely

sells

composted

alpaca

Ensuring proper shelter, solid fencing,

on the breeding of high-end breed stock.

Alpaca Owners Association, Inc. (AOA),

general health checks and regular

When compared to other livestock, the

headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska,

vetting and assisting in the birth of crias

North American alpaca industry is still

serves

livestock

(baby alpacas) are just some of the other

in its infancy and until recently, the

association for alpacas in North America.

day-to-day tasks a successful alpaca

focus of the industry was developing a

As the largest alpaca association in the

business owner faces.

national herd with high-quality fiber.

world, AOA facilitates the expansion of a

Now, with more than 230,000 registered

strong and sustainable alpaca industry

The common element you will find with

alpacas, alpaca business owners can

through the tracking of bloodlines,

all successful alpaca business owners is

shift their focus to other qualities of this

registration and transfer of alpacas,

that they enjoy what they do. And there

livestock.

national

the

are so many things about this livestock

national show system, marketing, public

to enjoy. The alpaca industry is, in many

“The alpaca industry followed the

relations and its highly respected judges

cases, 100 percent American made from

natural progression of any livestock

training program.

start to finish. Employees are being hired

the

national

educational

outreach,

industry,” said Osborne. “But the change

Adequate planning

Stacie and Skip Chavez, owners of

their herd. They check on the well-being

Beth Osborne of The Alpaca Hacienda in

the

business.

morning and end each day caring for

alpacas.

owners

owners put a lot of labor into their

of Albuquerque, New Mexico, start each

Be prepared for change

provide

this is just a small portion of their day.

Albuquerque Alpacas in the North Valley

awareness of the unique qualities of They

while watching their herd in the field,

successful alpaca ownership. Alpaca

Another great way to learn about the These

indeed, enjoy their morning cup of coffee

Just like any livestock owner, alpaca

information about alpacas can be found at www.ariACADEMY.com.

While many alpaca business owners do,

to work on farms, creating jobs for

in the business doesn’t mean we throw

The AOA affiliate organizations support

Americans. The alpaca industry receives

the baby out with the bathwater!”

ranches within geographical areas. For

no government subsidies or other similar

complete list of affiliates, and for more

support. Alpacas are environmentally

No endeavor will succeed without a plan. Thomas and Connie Betts of Cascade

Osborne’s focus today is to be an asset to

information on how to join AOA, visit

friendly. When compared to other

Alpacas of Oregon in Hood River,

her community by providing jobs,

www.alpacainfo.com.

livestock, alpacas are a safe animal for

Oregon, attest to the fact that creating a

hosting community events and tours and

well thought out, detailed business plan

providing community service hours to

“The owners of the rescued herd were

has helped them to succeed in the

high school students. Osborne also

not active members of any of the national,

industry.

concentrates on her farm store where she

regional or local organizations that we

“Alpacas are my ‘glass of wine’”, says

sells handcrafted alpaca fiber products.

are aware of,” said Lona Nelsen Frank of

Stacie. “I get out of my car after my

“People who expect to succeed in this

She also cares for alpacas other owners

ALPACAS of Tualatin Valley, LLC.

marketing job and can sit in the middle

livestock industry must run it like the

board at her ranch, which provides

“They did not participate in industry

of a field surrounded by these beautiful

business that it is,” said Connie. “Keep

additional income.”I have built a family

events or shows. They did not form

animals. It is the perfect end to a stressful

focused on your goals and pay attention

of boarders and we gather at the farm for

mentoring partnerships with successful

day.”

to cash flow and expenses. It is important

felting days, where we create items to sell

alpaca business owners. They were not

to not go into debt in case things don’t

in the store,” said Osborne. “We’ve begun

part of the alpaca community. They do

turn out. From the beginning, we were

making nuno scarves, which shoppers

not represent our industry.”

prepared for ‘worst case scenarios.’”

have come to expect. Around the

children to work with, and the entire family can get involved.

holidays, they sell like hotcakes!” June 2014

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Understanding Beef Cattle Lameness Takes Knowing Where to Look

eef cattle are naturally adept at hiding signs of weakness, and as a result, lameness prevalence in beef cattle is often underestimated.

“We see people that come out and say, ‘We don’t have issues with lameness.’ But generally speaking if you say that, you’re not looking,” said Dan Thomson, DVM, and Director of the Beef Cattle Institute at Kansas State University. “The experiences from veterinary school and veterinary practice prove that you miss more by not looking than by not knowing.” Thomson said that it takes getting out with the crews and spending the time to watch the animals to see what’s really going on. Dr. Dee Griffin, University of Nebraska, Great Plains Veterinary Educational Center, explained that time spent with the animals is necessary, because lameness may not be observed on a day-today basis due to the instinctive nature of the animals. “A steer will stand there with a clearly painful injury, and it will look at you and act like nothing is wrong. Cattle are prey animals and they can hide the worst symptoms in the world.” Griffin explained that spending time with the cattle helps develop trust. After trust has been established, one can get a true picture of how the animals walk, which can provide clues about lameness and other ailments. Once cattle can be observed walking at a steady pace or gait, the Step-Up™ Management Program helps provide a systematic approach to identify and manage beef cattle lameness. Developed by Zinpro Corporation in conjunction with the Beef Cattle Institute and Kansas State University, Step-Up focuses on locomotion scoring to assess the prevalence and severity of lameness.

“I think the critical aspect about this scoring system is that it’s a simple and effective means to identify cattle that need to be treated for lameness,” said Connie Larson, Ph.D., Ruminant Research and Nutritional Services Manager, Zinpro Corporation. “We can easily train individuals on how to identify and assign cattle to different locomotion categories.” Locomotion scoring is based on the observation of cattle walking (gait), with emphasis on head bob and stride length. The system uses a simple 0 to 3 scale to assess the severity of lameness in beef cattle (0 = normal; 1 = mild lameness; 2 = moderate lameness; 3 = severe lameness). Larson said it’s important to train people within the industry to get a better sense of identifying those animals that are in categories 1 and 2. “We’re looking at mild to moderate lameness and that allows an opportunity to have an intervention. Can we treat these animals? Can we manage these animals to prevent them from becoming a category 3?” she said. Also, when lameness is recognized early, the success rate of treatment is higher and it is easier to mitigate the pain the animal is experiencing. “When we look at the Step-Up program, I think it’s important to recognize that we can apply it through the entire beef cattle production system,” emphasized Larson. “How we handle and manage cattle, and address issues such as lameness at all stages of production, underscores that we are doing what we can to identify and correct situations that comprise animal welfare.” To learn more about locomotion scoring beef cattle, contact your Zinpro representative and visit the Step-Up video library on www.zinpro.com. Educational posters for beef cattle locomotion scoring and lesion identification are available for request from Zinpro Corporation.

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