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Lodi farm gets major makeover

Uncle-nephew team brings rundown dairy back to life

By Stacey Smart

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LODI, Wis. – Jerry Koch and Mark Kruchten breathed new life into a farm that was once falling apart in Lodi, Wis. The farm needed a great deal of attention, but Koch and his nephew, Kruchten, could see its potential.

Since becoming the farm’s new owners in February, the uncle-nephew team has put in thousands of hours to turn the dairy farm into something they both can be proud of.

“I’m probably the only dairy that started up this year,” Kruchten said. “But this is what I always wanted to do,

and in the set up I always wanted to do it in – a freestall barn and milking parlor.”

The farm received a topto-bottom overhaul from Kruchten and Koch, who have been farming together since Kruchten was 10 years old. In addition to milking 110 cows, they farm 850 acres.

They transformed dirty and dilapidated buildings into clean and sturdy structures.

Old and outdated equipment was replaced with new and current technology. Issues of all kinds were xed throughout the farm, giving it a fresh look both inside and out.

By July 1, the farm was ready for cows. The majority of the herd came from Koch’s

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Mark Kruchten (leŌ) and his uncle Jerry Koch stand inside their freestall barn at their new farm where they milk 110 cows in Lodi, Wis. They purchased the farm in February and began milking cows July 1. The farm is one of six owned by Koch and Kruchten, who also raise 300-400 steers and farm 850 acres.

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Milk cows are housed in this 136-stall freestall barn near Lodi, Wis. The majority of the herd came from Jerry Koch’s farm in Roxbury, Wis.

farm in nearby Roxbury, Wis., also known as the home farm where the pair live.

The rst few weeks were a challenge as cows adjusted from the stanchion barn to milking in a double-8 parallel parlor.

“That rst milking took nine hours,” Kruchten said.

“Now, it’s just a two-hour job, three hours with scraping. …

It’s just the two of us. We have no hired help. Just seasonal help for crops.”

For the last nine months, the duo has been in a state of constant remodeling. They xed awnings, installed new doors, put on new gates, redid block walls, washed down barns and much more.

“These barns were literally black inside,” Kruchten said.

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new. The farm is not short on buildings as it includes a total of 10, plus two houses, which Kruchten and Koch have updated to rent out.

Built in 2016, the 136-stall freestall barn is the newest of the structures and required the least amount of work.

Kruchten plans to remove the bedded pack from the barn and add more stalls.

“I want to eventually increase cow numbers to 150,” Kruchten said. “That will be the maximum.”

They added headlocks and did other updates to a small barn built in 1993 that will be used for treated and fresh cows.

A big, older freestall barn that sits on top of a hill ts 258 animals and will be used for dry cows and heifers once they are done xing it.

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This barn will be used for treated and fresh cows in the future at Mark Kruchten and Jerry Koch’s dairy near Lodi, Wis. Kruchten and Koch added headlocks and new gates in this barn, along with other updates.

Kruchten said the parlor was in decent condition, but the milkhouse needed updating.

“We put in new hot water heaters, a new milk receiving jar and plate cooler,” he said.

These updates improved energy efciency, decreasing their monthly electric bill sevenfold from what the previous owners were paying, said Kruchten.

Empty of cows for ve months when they bought it, the farm was not a ghost farm for long but was still in desperate need of attention.

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more sunlight, removing 120 loads of debris from an overgrown area located at the back of the farm.

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ConƟnued from LODI | Page 4 “At least one of us goes to all six farms each day,” Kruchten said.

They are in the process of redoing the calf barn.

They added a new concrete pad in the middle of the barn as well as a new ceiling and new lighting. They also raised up the door so water cannot get in to prevent ooding issues the building was previously subject to. The barn will have 50 calf stalls and will also be used to raise steers.

At times, Mark and Jerry have had up to 110 calves on milk at once, most of which were steers purchased by Mark.

“We really hit the calf stuff hard around 20112012,” Mark said. “Now we nish about 150 steers per year and plan to increase steer numbers by around 50 head.”

Calves are housed at Koch’s farm until the calf barn remodel is complete, which should occur before winter.

“We couldn’t have used this place the way it

was,” Koch said. “And, we could’ve never done all the work ourselves.”

Mark’s uncle, Don Kruchten, helped out a lot along with electrician, Jimmy Lord; Terry Kalscheur and Pete Schmidtt who assisted with excavation/ cleanup; Karla Meinholz who helped pick out cows to add to the herd; and Mulcay Farms who Koch and Kruchten made feed with.

They purchased 180 acres of land with the farm on which they planted corn, soybean, hay and wheat this year.

“Finishing up the calf barn and adding more stalls in the new freestall barn should pretty much wrap things up for now,” Kruchten said.

This will allow Koch and Kruchten to start 2020 off on the right foot at a farm boasting a night-andday difference from one year prior. The pair has come a long way in less than one year’s time but said they are far from done.

“It’s a work in progress,” Kruchten said.

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Mark Kruchten pushes up feed for cows Oct. 30 at the dairy farm near Lodi, Wis. Kruchten has been farming with his uncle, Jerry Koch, since he was 10 years old.

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Vir-Clar Farms dramatically reduces feed costs through automation

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FOND DU LAC, Wis. – Vir-Clar Farms, of Fond du Lac, Wis., is no stranger to automation.

The 2,000-cow, 3,500-acre operation has a state-of-the-art feed center which automates nearly every step of the feeding process – from onsite ingredient access and loading to feed delivery – saving the farm signicant

dollars in annual feed costs.

Vir-Clar Farms showcased the technology to fellow producers and industry professionals Oct. 24 as part of the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin’s Feed Management, Storage and Tracking Tour.

When the farm owners geared up for an expansion in 2015 to take cow numbers from 1,200 to 2,000, they soon realized their old feed center designed for 900 cows would not be adequate.

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Grant Grinstead said. “We were buying a couple hundred thousand bushels of corn from two to three different feed mills and thought, ‘Why not bring the corn here instead where we can dry, store and grind it ourselves?’”

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Grant Grinstead, of Vir-Clar Farms, speaks to dairy farmers and industry professionals inside the farm’s feed center during PDPW’s Feed Management, Storage and Tracking Tour Oct. 24 at the farm near Fond du Lac, Wis. Vir-Clar Farms is home to 2,000 cows.

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Feed is added to the mixer at Vir-Clar Farms near Fond du Lac, Wis. All recipes begin in the feed kitchen where batches are powered using a Programmable Logic Controller, which controls bin ingredients and mixing commands.

to consolidate its corn purchases, so it built a grain facility. Grinstead compared it to the Field of Dreams philosophy that, “If you build it, they will come.” He was right as the farm received more offers for corn than it had room for.

“It was a madhouse,” Grinstead said. “We turned down 80,000 bushels of corn that rst year in 2017. We try to do a good job in our neighborhood, and when

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“Now I get corn when I want it,” Grinstead said.

The corn and other ingredients from the bins and feed bays are used to make the rations for the farm’s animals. All recipes begin in the control room, or feed kitchen, where batches are powered using a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), which controls bin ingredients and mixing commands.

The farm uses a program called TMR Tracker™ to manage inventory and monitor costs. The tracker houses rations, pen groups, ingredient inventory and the feeding plan, which is then integrated with the Trioliet mixer batching software. Vir-Clar Farms is one of the rst using the Trioliet stationary mixer that incorporates ingredient loading automation.

A full cycle of feed making takes 20 minutes, which includes the six minutes and 30 seconds it takes the mixer to mix a batch. The 1,150 cubic feet mixer mixes batches as large as 26,000 pounds for cow rations and as small as 7,000-11,000 pounds for calf rations. Vir-Clar Farms makes 16 batches daily, including recipes for milk cows, milking heifers, dry cows, pre-fresh cows, fresh cows, calves and heifers. Batches are split across three groups at most.

The system releases four to ve batches at a time. The system never sits idle. As soon as the mixer is empty, the door closes and the next batch is started as feed delivery and cleanup begins.

The auger brings feed into the mixer, which lls to 80% capacity before slowing down to ensure accurate ll of each ingredient – a feature that limits overage and underage. Prior to this system, batch mixing was subject to human error.

“Now, we control the ingredients and have seen a big improvement in accuracy,” Grinstead said.

The automated feed system maintains accurate inventories and keeps batch ingredient deviations to an absolute minimum.

Grinstead mixed several batches during the tour so guests could see the system in action.

Corn had a 6-pound difference between what the recipe called for and what was put in the mixer; gluten was off by 3 pounds; bloodmeal by 1 pound; cottonseed by 2 pounds; and wet gluten by 8 pounds.

Grinstead said ingredients added to the mixer via payloader, such as forages, are allowed a larger deviation – within 10 pounds.

“Sometimes our guys beat that by a lot,” he said. “The system gives feeders a score card, and it becomes a competitive game to see who can be the most accurate. We have a two-pronged approach to our accuracy. One, we make the right amount of feed. And two, we deliver the correct amount to each group. We shoot to deliver the most accurate ration consistently every day.”

Deviation across all ingredients is a mere 0.5%, with feed overage equating to only 2 cents per cow per day.

Grinstead said the grain center easily supports the farm’s animals and could probably feed an even larger number.

“With 2,000 cows, the investment pays for itself quick – in less than 10 years,” he said. “Sometimes you have to spend money to make money, and that’s what we did.”

Cows at Vir-Clar Farms average 95 pounds of milk per day with 3.9% butterfat and 3.2% protein. Grinstead said milk production did not change much by automating the feed process, but it has become more consistent.

He also said having a backup plan is important when building a system like this. That is why the farm installed drops on their augers which allows them to bring in another mixer if needed.

“In the future, we want to add a dust collection system,” Grinstead said. “Ground straw and dry hay produce a lot of dust, and we want to contain as much as possible.”

Feed automation at Vir-Clar Farms has saved a substantial amount of money and increased efciency.

“Automation isn’t for everyone,” Grinstead said. “But, you can’t be afraid of it either. Automation is your friend, and we have to gure out how to harness more of it in production agriculture.”

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Star Youth

Get to know Brian “Mac” McCullough of Juda, Wis.

What dairy or ag-related extracurricular activities are you involved in? I’m involved in 4-H, FFA and Wisconsin Junior Holsteins. I also participate in dairy judging where my team and I have had great success over the years, including winning the state, national and world dairy judging competitions.

Who do you look up to? My grandpa Mike has always been a role model to me. His word is gold, and he’s the most knowledgeable person I know when it comes to anything agriculture.

I particularly enjoy talking cows with him and picking his brain for any advice on buying and raising my own show heifers.

Why are you involved in these activities/organizations, and what is your favorite? I continue my involvement in these activities/organizations because they’re where many of my best friends are. I’m fortunate enough to have met great and impactful people in this industry, and these organizations/activities give me the chance to meet up and converse with these individuals. My favorite organization is Wisconsin Jr. Holsteins, as it’s the organization that my closest friends are a part of. Wisconsin Jr. Holstein events bring us together.

Tell us something about yourself that many people do not know. I’m a self-proclaimed Packers super-fan.

I’ve experienced plenty of drowsy Monday morning milkings from staying up late to watch my beloved Packers. Often my mood on Mondays is a reection as to whether or not the Packers won.

Tell us your best experience during your time in these activities/organizations. Wisconsin Jr. State Fair. It’s the highlight of my summer every year. Whether it’s showing a heifer, spending long days working around a clipping chute, or just hanging out with friends across the state, it’s always a great time.

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Snapchat is my favorite social media platform. It’s how I keep connected with my friends from across the state.

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the dairy industry for a career presents itself, I’ll take it.

What are your career aspirations?

I’d like to keep a career in the dairy industry. However, I look at the dairy market and wonder where that career is going to come from. That’s why I’ll be attending MATC next year to gain a certicate in the trades to keep as a backup plan. If a good opportunity in

What is something you have learned from being involved in these activities/organizations? If you work and do a good job people will take notice.

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If you could change one thing in the world, what would it be and how would you change it? The entire agriculture market. It’s almost nancially impossible for a young farmer to get started on his/her own from scratch.

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Charlie Wallerman 9 years old When do you help with chores? I help with chores mostly every day when I get home from school.

What are your favorite and least favorite chores? My favorite chore is helping my dad drive tractor. My least favorite is pitching out calf huts.

What is your favorite animal on the farm? I like the pigs because they are so good to eat.

What do you want to be when you grow up? I want to be a football player for the Seattle Seahawks. I want to be a running back. I play ag football now, but mostly I’m a quarterback.

If you had your own farm what would it look like? It would be big. I would have 1,000 cows, and I would have pigs, beef cows and horses.

What is your favorite subject in school? I like math, gym, recess and lunch.

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ConƟnued from WALLERMANS | Page 10 What is your favorite dairy treat? Sour cream on burritos What is the best thing about growing up on a dairy farm? I like growing up on a farm because you get more activity and you learn more. You aren’t just sitting around watching TV 24/7.

Maddie Wallerman 8 years old When do you help with chores? I help with chores on the weekends, but I’m very picky about chores.

What are your favorite and least favorite chores? My favorite chore is feeding calves.

I like being able to see the kittens and getting to explore everything on the farm. My least favorite chore is cleaning the

stalls because I don’t like the smell of poop.

What is your favorite animal on the farm? I like my calf Strawberry and my other heifers Hershey the Hereford and Dizzy.

What do you want to be when you grow up? I want to be on America’s Got Talent and make a lot of money that I can bring home and bring back to the farm.

I’m going to dance and sing.

If you had your own farm, what would it look like? It would have lots of owers and animals like beef, especially Angus, and Holsteins and Jerseys. I would have a pink barn, and there would be sunowers around there. I won’t charge my employees as much. They wouldn’t have to pay me because I would be a nice farmer.

What is your favorite subject in school? I love everything at school.

What is your favorite dairy treat? I like ice cream, vanilla and cookie dough and cotton candy are my favorites.

What is the best thing about growing up on a dairy farm? I like being able to experience and learn about everything on the farm. I like visiting the animals. On the farm, you can have lots of pets, and they give you stuff like milk to make you healthy.

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2013 Chevrolet 1500, White, UT4144 ..............................$20,731 2016 Ram 1500, Gray, UT4107..........................................$21,231 2004 Chevrolet SSR, Red, UT4120 ....................................$21,931 2016 Dodge Durango, White, US2300 .............................$22,931 2014 Chevy 1500, Red, UT4091 ........................................$25,931 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Red, US2402........................$26,931 2018 Jeep Wrangler Sport, Black, US2343 ......................$27,331 2014 Chevrolet 1500, White, UT4114 ..............................$28,931 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Touring L, Maroon, UV2579 ........$29,931 2017 Ram 1500, Pearl White, UT4079 ..............................$30,931 2015 Chevrolet 1500 LTZ Crew Cab 4X4, Pearl, UT3704 .$31,931 2017 Ram 1500 Red, UT4100 ............................................$31,931 2018 Ram 2500, Graphite Metal, UT4131 ........................$31,931 2016 Ford F150 Super Crew 4X4, UT3940 .......................$32,931 2017 Chevy 3500, White, UT4055.....................................$37,931 2019 Ram 1500, Granite, UT4143 .....................................$37,931 2016 Ford F150, Red, UT4157 ...........................................$39,931 2018 Ram 2500 Powerwagon, Blue, UT4084 ...................$42,931 2017 Ram 2500, White, UT4058........................................$48,931 2018 Ram 3500, White, UT4140........................................$51,931

320-845-2801 800-392-3426

SALES HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM; Fri. 8:30 AM - 6 PM; Sat. 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

SERVICE HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 7:00 AM-6:00 PM; Sat. 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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MILKING SHORTHORN BULLS, 1) R&W, 1) blackish roan. Call 320968-8709. 19-TFN-F

to all dairy farmers who have signed and returned the Dairy Check-Off Reform Petition.

HOLSTEIN HRS. OF ALL AGES. Call 641929-3036. 16-3-F

50 YEARS BREEDING FOR FEET, LEGS, & UDDERS, pick 50 cows from 80, 90+ avg. Call 715-828-4757. 16-TFN-F HOLSTEIN, SERVICEABLE AGE BREEDING BULLS, 35 yrs., AI breeding. Call 320-761-2526 or 320-352-2271 (disconnected). 12-TFN-F

THANK YOU

1ST & 2ND LACTATION REGISTERED HOLSTEINS from freestall and tiestall barns.

Call Sheeknoll Farms 507259-3477. 18-1-F

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HOLSTEIN BULLS, red or black, closed herd, Johnes & Leukosis test negative, guaranteed breeders. Call 507-9205859 or 507-879-3489.

4-TFN-P

REGISTERED HOLSTEIN BULLS, polled, genomic tested, deep pedigreed high producing cow families. Call 507-8200452. 22-TFN-F

www.albanyChrysler.com

REGISTERED CALVING EASE HOLSTEIN & ANGUS BULLS, various sizes, delivery avail.

Call or text Brian 715-6139206. 2-TFN-F

BREEDING BULLS, top quality, 27,800# herd, EX dams, up to 49,000 lbs. milk; bull calves. Call 320-548-3542 or 320-3335906. 15-TFN-F

www.albanyChrysler.com

REG. BROWN SWISS BULLS, all ages, exc. pedigrees. Call 320-5876384 or 320-583-0336.

16-TFN-B

REGISTERED A2 GUERNSEY AND SWISS COWS, show calves and bulls, all ages and price ranges. Call 563590-5369. 18-12-F

www.albanyChrysler.com

SERVICEABLE AGE BLACK & WHITE & RED & WHITE BULLS, sires Imax, Shottle and Soloman and others, dams EX and VG, over 30,000 milk, 4% test. Call 320583-6564. 18-TFN-F

www.albanyChrysler.com

Livestock - FOR SALE

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THE NEXT GENERATION OF DIRECT-FED MICROBIALS IS HERE. INTRODUCING NEW AND ENHANCED...

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New Formula

“CAPTURING THE NUTRITIONAL VALUE IN FEEDS IS THE KEY TO PROFIT.�

Stearns Co., MN Rich Lauer, PAS

(320) 250-2645 rich.lauer@agriking.com

Tri-State Area (MN, WI, IA) Regional Manager Jason Pursell, PAS

(608) 633-5514 jason.pursell@agriking.com

South/SW, West, and North/NW MN Dale Ommodt, CCA, RAS (320) 212-3190 dale.ommodt@agriking.com

Dakota, Houston, Rice, LeSueur Co., MN/Buffalo, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce Co., WI Kyle Bartsch, RAS (507) 450-1222 kyle.bartsch@agriking.com

NE Nebraska, ND and SD Roger Frieler, RAS

(605) 760-0514 roger.frieler@agriking.com

Barron and Polk Co., WI Cassie Dietz

(612) 387-2392 cassandra.dietz@agriking.com

NW Iowa Kenton Witt, PAS

(712) 441-5470 kenton.witt@agriking.com

Fillmore Co., MN/ Allamakee, Howard and Winneshiek Co., Iowa Mark Holthaus, RAS

(507) 258-0772 mark.holthaus@agriking.com

NE Iowa Lori Kintzle, BS, PAS

(563) 608-1552 lori.kintzle@agriking.com

Dodge, Goodhue, Olmsted, Steele, Wabasha and Winona Co., MN Aaron Kleemann

(608) 341-9606 aaron.kleemann@agriking.com

La Crosse, Monroe and Vernon Co., WI Steven Sendele

(715) 533-3687 steven.sendele@agriking.com

Livestock - FOR SALE

20 STRAIGHT HOLSTEIN STEERS, 950 lb. average, CHV, medium esh. Call 320-279-2884.

17-2-F

200 PARLOR/ FREESTALL QUALITY CATTLE, RHA 28,000, SCC 174, 150 are 1st/2nd lactation. Call 608-9635402. 15-TFN-F 9) BEEF COWS, bred for spring calving, $1,200 ea./ obo, central, WI. Call 715316-1199. 18-1-F BROWN SWISS BULLS, home raised, registered, genomic tested, A2A2 tested, delivery available. Call 563-419-2137 or visit www.hilltopacresfarmcalmaria.com 24-TFN-F 1-10 REGISTERED HOLSTEIN MILK COWS; also clean up semen, $1/unit. Call 320583-6564. 23-TFN-F FRESH HOLSTEIN COWS & also Holstein springing cows & hfrs. Call 507-276-5202. 11-TFN-F 3) 2 YR. OLD COWS, 2) scored VG, 1) scored 84 pts, asking $1,300 ea. Call 605-376-3297. 18-2-F 180-200 HOLSTEIN PARLOR COWS. Call 320-630-1265. 11-10-F SHOW CALVES, Holstein & Brown Swiss. Call 507-276-5202. 1-TFN-F

YEARLING PUREBRED DAIRY FLECKVIEH BULLS, some A2A2 & genomic tested. Call 715-220-2572.

9-TFN-F SERVICEABLE AGE HOLSTEIN BULLS, from great type and production families. Raised on outside lots, good vigor, Glencoe, MN. Call 320864-6555. 2-TFN-F

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REGISTERED DAIRY COWS, Jersey, Guernsey and Holsteins, selling due to farm injury. Call 608386-2035. 5-TFN-F HIGH QUALITY STARTED CALVES, crossbred and Holsteins, 2-5 months of age, 1-40 head groups available, all vaccinated, ready to go!

Call 701-340-5968. 14-6-F

REG. HOLSTEIN BULLS, from three or more generations of EX 30,000 lbs. dams, Brookings, SD. Call 605-6906393. TFN-F

REGISTERED HOLSTEIN BULLS, serviceable, great type & production families. Call Battist Farms Inc., Waterloo, WI. Call 920-6482104. 4-TFN-F

9 HOLSTEIN HFRS., due to calf from Dec. 2019-Feb 2020. Call Laurie 218-294-6111. 17-2-F

FRESH HOLSTEIN COWS & also Holstein springing cows & hfrs. Call 507-276-5202. 11-TFN-F

Livestock - WANTED

WE HAVE BUYERS for tiestall and freestall dairy herds of all qualities and quantities. Also herds for sale at all times, Call 715721-0079. 2-TFN-B

LOOKING TO BUY OPENS, BREDS, SPRINGERS, all breeds.

Call 320-760-2705.

24-TFN-B COMPLETE HERDS OF DAIRY CATTLE; also buying all classes of livestock including cull cows, steers, hfrs. and calves. Call 715-216-1897.

7-TFN-B

WANTING TO BUY SLOW & LAME CATTLE, lump-jaws and bad eyes and all blemished cattle, $200-$600; also, good cull cows and bulls, $600$1,200. Call 612-860-8774 or 651-480-1900. 4-TFNB BUTCHER COWS, bulls, & fats; also thin, lame, lazy, & lump jaw.

Call 320-894-7175.

11-TFN-B ALL CLASSES OF SPRINGER DAIRY COWS. No jockeys. Call 320-760-6050. 20-TFN-F

is Hiring!

Installation & Service Technician—Dairy Equipment Leedstone is looking for self-motivated, friendly team members to join our Melrose or Glencoe equipment team. People who fill this position will assist in the installation and service of milk harvesting equipment, including automated milking systems.

Our ideal candidate is dependable, honest, and upholds a strong work ethic.

Plumbing, electrical, refrigeration and/or general equipment maintenance experience are a plus. Training provided and paid for by Leedstone. On-call availability required. A valid Minnesota driver’s license and good driving record are a must.

Competitive compensation based on experience, this full-time position includes benefits of paid vacation and sick leave, 401k and major medical insurance.

Leedstone is a unique and growing business, headquartered in Melrose, MN. With branches in Glencoe, MN; Plainview, MN; and Woodville, WI we are in the heart of the dairy industry and strive to help keep families on the farm. We have more than 20,000 different products in inventory to serve the needs of the dairy and beef industries; providing animal health products (including pharmaceuticals and over-the-counter medication); dairy and sanitation supplies; and installation and service of milking equipment, including automated systems. We are a trusted dealer for GEA WestfaliaSurge, Lely, Mueller Refrigeration, AIC Waikato and BECO milking equipment.

Interested applicants, please submit your resume to: 222 County Road 173 SE Melrose, MN 56352

Or by email to:

Melrose: dbrower@Leedstone.com Glencoe: cjanezich@Leedstone.com

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SCHLIECKAU FARMS INC

7185 State Highway 23 • Loganville, WI 53943

Tuesday, November 19

Hay, Straw, Feed & Bedding - FOR SALE

LUNCH:

Lunch Box Express

• Time: 10:30 AM

LOCATION: 4 miles South of Loganville or 7 miles North of Plain on State Highway 23.

NOTE: A good solid herd of dairy cows. The Schlieckau family has been milking cows on this farm for 4 generations. For further information call Dave @ (608)-345-3958.

152 HEAD OF HOLSTEIN DAIRY CATTLE: 132 Holstein Cows, 70 fresh 90 days or less, 36 springers and the balance milking and bred as explained sale day.

20 Holstein Heifers, bred 6+ months.

The herd is on a monthly Herd health program with Sunrise Vet Clinic, Reedsburg. The Somatic Cell count has consistently been in the area of 150 to 200. Cows show good size and type. If you are in need dairy cows be sure to attend the Schlieckau Farms complete cow dispersal.

Terms: Cash or good check. Visa/MasterCard with convenience fee.

GAVIN BROS. AUCTIONEERS LLC

(WRAC # 274) Bob Gavin (#185), Jim Gavin (#2387), Matt Gavin (#2389) 296 Main St. Reedsburg • 112 5th Ave. Baraboo • 608-524-6416 • 608-356-9437 www.gavinbros.com • info@gavinbros.com

EM-MI COMPLETE HERD DISPERSAL FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2019

MACHINERY SELLING AT 10AM • CATTLE SELLING AT 11AM NEW RICHLAND, MINNESOTA

110 HEAD HOLSTEINS SELL

MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT SELLING

Em-Mi Boastfull Zsa Magda 150 2-02 2x 135 10,210 4.1 420 3.0 302 (Inc.) Great udder young cow milking 72# a day and bred back to Josuper.

Her dam made over 31,000 of milk.

Em-Mi Cal Kat Charotte-Red 108 2-05 2x 305 21,520 3.9 833 3.1 659 Sired by California-Red; Charlotte sells milking 104# with a 35,000 SCC. She sells bred back to Berlin-Red.

Em-Mi Rbst Chk Chicklet-Red 98 1-11 2x 23,250 3.4 785 3.0 695 This Redbust is just fresh and already had 80# on her Àrst test, just Àve days fresh.

Em-Mi Silver Chk Chickadee 156 Fresh 9-7-19 Chickadee is a sister to Chicklet and is just fresh and had 82# on her Àrst with a 35,000 SCC.

DAIRY QUALITY ALFA L FA / O R C H A R D GRASS MIX, 4x5 round bales, $100 ea. Call 320304-2311. 12-TFN-F SE, SD 3X3X8 ALFALFA, stored inside, 150-206 RFV; certied organic alfalfa & orchard grass. Call 605-286-3873 or 605-9992010. 24-TFN-F

ALFALFA, MIXED HAY, GRASS HAY & FEED GRADE WHEAT STRAW, med. square or round bales, delivery available. Thief River Falls, MN. Call or text LeRoy Ose 218-689-6675.

10-TFN-B STRAW, NET WRAPPED ROUND BALES & BIG SQUARES, clean, dry, stored inside, delivery available. Call 320-8088336. 15-TFN-F LARGE AMOUNT OF DAIRY QUALITY HAY; also 3x4x8 bales of straw, stored inside. Call Blair Hay Company 320-8158964. 21-TFN-B TOP QUALITY HAY, dairy and heifer, delivered by the semi-load from SD. Call Jerry Haensel 605321-9237 (c). 15-TFN-B 5X6 CORNSTALK BALES, $35 ea.; 4x6 bean straw bales, $30 ea. Call 320-304-2311. 22-TFN-F

Services

SOLID MANURE HAULING AND SAND REMOVAL with slinger spreaders. Will travel. Can provide references. Poncelet Manure Hauling, Red Wing, MN. Call 651-3806436. 14-5-B

Meyers TMR F815 Demo Unit Em-Mi Boastful Em-Mi Adctn Chr Em-Mi Monterey Demmers Embssy Ava Dutchess 147 Liberty-Red 124 Ell Ella 149 TRB Vexation 105 2-00 2x 223 14,820 2-07 2x 231 14,910 2-00 2x 216 20,460 3-02 2x 240 23,120 4.4 525 3.4 399 (Inc.) 4.6 688 3.4 510 (Inc.) 3.7 752 3.0 619 (Inc.) 3.2 745 2.8 636 (Inc.) From the same This Addiction This Monterey Vexation will make family as Magda daughter is one that daughter sells milkover 30,000 and due 150; bred back with needs to be seen; ing 80# on last test back within a year. Last a very low SCC and milking very well and is bred back and test milking 87# a day fancy udder. bred and due in Jan. due in the spring. with a 31,000 SCC. • Young herd - Low SCC • Great sire selection from • 28 Head of Ărst lactation cows today’s top sires • Cows available at all prices • Catalogs available upon request

MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT:

JD 4440 Dsl Tractor, 8785 hrs, QR 18.4x38 at 80%, 3pt 540/1000 Pto, 2 hyd, rockbox; JD 4320 Dsl Tractor, 5359 hrs, Synchro, 18.4x38 at 80,%, 3 pt 540/1000 pto, 2 hyd side console roll bar; JD 325 Skid Loader, 5825 hrs, 2 spd, aux hyd, heat/air 78” bkt; Bale Spears; Pallet Forks; Post Hole Digger, 9” auger; H&S 430 Manure Spreader, tandem axle w/Áoatation tires, poly Áoor and sides, end gate, 540 pto; NH 258 Rollerbar Rake; NH F62B Silo Blower, 540 pto; Harvestore Goliath Silo Unloader for 20’ silo; Patz V500 TMR, RH discharge, front door, single screw, scale, dual wheels; Patz Straw Chopper; Patz Conveyors: 32’ Áat w/motor & 32’ incline cleated w/motor; 1500 gal. liquid molasses tank w/pump and spout kit; Valmetal 542 Supercart Feed Cart, hydrostatic; Agrimetal 542 Feed Cart, chain driven; 9 Ton Choretime Feed Bin, 20’ auSALE MANAGER ger w/motor; 4 Ton Choretime Feed Bin w/slide; 6 Surge// Westfalia Milker Units; GEA Surge/Westfalia Vacuum Pump; Compressor; 1,000 gal. Universal Bulk Tank with 2 new agitator motors; 16’ SS Duraline Livestock Trailer OWNER: MITCH KRUGER 28117 128th ST • New Richland, MN 56072 507-461-2157

SPECIAL PRICING Inline drive, dual augers, discharge kicker arm, hyd. door We take trades and can finance

Call Paul 507-534-2285

ANIMAL BEDDING: Clean/dry, sold by the truckload. Delivered on walking oor trailers. Approximately 110 yds. per trailer. Call Cathy Skwira at Woodcraft Industries for information 320-6562314. 14-6-B

Help Wanted

HERDSMAN FOR 1800 COW DAIRY, Central, MN, benets offered, hourly wage based on experience. Call 320-2930448. 14-TFN-F 50-COW DAIRY LOOKING FOR KNOWLEDGEABLE PERSON for farm work; must know equipment and cows. Call 715-662-5053. 23-TFN-F 1900 COW DAIRY looking for bilingual parlor manager. Call 507-9515597. 8-TFN-F FULL OR PART-TIME HELP ON REGISTERED HOLSTEIN DAIRY FARM, modern, comfortable facility w/double-8 parlor and freestalls. Must be reliable and enjoy cows. Call 507220-0730. 15-10-F 100 COW DAIRY looking for milking & basic farm chore help. Call 608546-2412. 18-3-F

CERTIFIED ORGANIC ALFALFA, wrapped in 8 layers of lm, 3x3x6 bales, RFQ 140-280, Springeld, SD. Call ERNmore Organics 605-286-3873 or 605999-2010. 6-TFN-B 2ND & 3RD CUTTING ALFALFA, no rain, stored inside, 4x5 net wrapped round bales, $200/ton, IA/ Missouri border. Call 660953-0745. 18-1-VM

FT CATTLE FEEDER, set schedule, days off, must be an excellent equipment operator w/clean dr. license, Reedsburg, WI. Call Linda 608-393-3985 for appt. 16-4-F HELP WANTED, stall barn, younger couple to possibly transition into farm, will trade for housing. Write Box K, Dairy Star, 522 Sinclair Lewis, Ave., Sauk Centre, MN 56352 or email ads@dairystar.com. 5-TFN-F

Real Estate - WANTED

DAIRY FARM to milk 100 cows, parlor, freestall or nice tiestall, looking for long-term lease. Call 715326-3086. 15-TFN-F LOOKING TO RENT DAIRY FACILITY w/ feed contract/agreement for 45-50 Holsteins/Jerseys, with possibility to expand herd to 70-100. Call 563-419-3850. 14-TFN-F

Real Estate - FOR SALE

40 ARES FARMLAND, all open in Rusk county WI, near Ladysmith. Call 715-403-0159. 18-4-B

780 ACRE FARM, setup for dairy, beef & crops, at barn parlor, freestall barn, concrete yard, exc. alfalfa growing ground, Northern, Missouri. Call 660-9530745. 18-1-VM

FOR SALE:

200 good quality Holstein heifers, 6-8 months bred, for sale at all times, We buy direct - No Commission!

MILLER CATTLE 612-201-1613

HELP WANTED SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC FULL BENEFITS 100% Healthcare • Paid vacation and holidays • Uniforms provided

Apply in person or email randy@acfarmservice.com

A&C Farm Service, Inc. 412 BUSINESS 23 S | PAYNESVILLE, MN 320-243-3736 • www.acfarmservice.com

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HEADLOCKS FOR 1,000 LB. ANIMALS, also 7-1/2 x 8’ freestalls.

Call 715-579-8286. 17-2-F PALLET FORK & BALE FORK for quick tach skid loader, no Texsas. Call 320-444-4270.

6-TFN-F 13.6X38 REAR TRACTOR TIRE. Call 715-3140977. 13-TFN-F

SPRING TEETH for IHC C cultivator; wheel hub for IHC 56 corn planter, right side. Call 715-822-2678.

14-TFN-F FARM BULK MILK COOLERS, all sizes. Call 319-330-2286. 10-24-P

GOOD GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG OR PUPPY. Call 952-2000925. 18-2-F

1500-1600 GAL. MUELLER BULK TANK, late model. Call 320-248-7954.

2-TFN-F

OLD HEATING FUEL AND DIESEL, can pump from basement. Call 320424-2005. 5-TFN-F

Miscellaneous - FOR SALE

PATZ 305 PORTABLE MIXER; chopper boxes; Poly calf hutches. Call 715-641-1763. 4-TFN-F

HAY RACK, platforms on side, 9x18’, $2,500; 5 ton feed bin; Kewanee elevator, 56’, pto lift. Call 320247-2657. 7-TFN-F

JD 9500, 5,100 eng. hrs., 7,500 on cutter, 4WD, many updates, single point hookup, 600 series head ready, $32,900. Call 715613-8940. 8-TFN-F

PUREBRED BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES, out of registered bloodlines, mom brings in cows herself, 10 wks old, started working cattle. Call 715651-9803. 16-4-F 8’X150’ AG BAGGER, good shape; NH 782 chopper w/824 CH. Call 218385-3471. 18-TFN-F 1,350 GAL. SURGE BULK TANK, 2 compressors and heat recovery unit. Call 563-380-2768.

13-TFN-F PUREBRED AMERICAN ESKIMO PUPPIES, born Sept. 9, asking $500. Call 715-267-6063.

18-3-F JD 115 STALK CHOPPER, nice, shedded, 6R30”; Agrimetal 525 feed cart, $900; Wanted: 18” gutter grates. Call 320266-6878. 17-6-F

FARM RETIREMENT

AUCTION

OPENS: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11 CLOSES: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 | 7PM

LOCATION: Behind Grand Irrigation Company, Clear Lake, MN 55319

AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Jim & Kathy have been in the potato business for over 40 years and have decided to retire. Sale to include potato equipment, trucks, tractors etc. Equipment must be removed by January 1, 2020. PREVIEW: By Appointment / LOADOUT: By Appointment

‘08 35 TON SEMI TRAILER, beaver tail & ramps, 51’ total length. Call 320-760-6942. 12-TFN-F

JD 2700 PLOW, semi mounted. Call 320-5101055. 13-TFN-F

JD 7000 6 OR 8 ROW PLANTER & 6620 or 7720 combine. Call 320760-6050. 22-TFN-F

TIMED ONLINE

2019

Miscellaneous - WANTED

(6) J&D HANGING PANEL FANS, 36”; Patz 350 TMR, $15,000. Call 507-381-2394. 4-TFN-F HALF BLUE HEELER/ HALF RED HEELER PUPPIES, mother exc. cattle dog & good w/kids, 1 female, 4 males, 1st shots, dewormed, ready to go, $200 ea., Wells, MN. 507-553-5633. 17-2-F CIH 7500 4-BOTTOM VARIWIDTH PLOW, like new, less than 600 acres; Balzer 1500 stalk chopper, exc. cond. Call 763-497-2253. 18-2-F (3) 3,000 GAL. INSULATED STAINLESS STEEL HORIZONTAL TANKS. Call 712-4413129. 17-2-B SEASONED FIRE WOOD SLABS, hardwood, $15/bundle or $20/ facecord; softwood $10/ bundle or $15/facecord.

Dan A. Miller, N7478 Fairground Ave., Greenwood, WI 54437. 18-1-P

Monahan

HOOF TRIMMING Since 1997

(52) 4X6 RUBBER MATS; 1,000 gal. Mueller bulk tank and cooling system; 5 DeLaval Milkmaster auto-takeoffs. Call 320-492-3944. 10-TFN-F

MFWD TRACTORS / LIVE BOTTOM TRUCKS / OTHER TRUCKS / TRUCK ATTACHMENTS / BLADES POTATO PLANTER / POTATO WINDROWER & HARVESTER / POTATO CONVEYORS & OTHER POTATO EQUIPMENT / FARM EQUIPMENT PARTS / TIRES & WHEEL / SPACERS / SHOP EQUIPMENT MISC. ITEM

NH 790 CHOPPER w/ hay head & NH 116 14’ hydra-swing haybine. Call 218-639-1103. 5-TFN-F

Steffes Group, Inc. 24400 MN Hwy 22 S Litchfield, MN 55355 | 320.693.9371

PATZ HD BARN CLEANER CHAIN, 16” high ites, 130’ long, nearly new, $9/ft. Call 320630-7559. 18-TFN-F

SteffesGroup.com

JIM & KATHY HARTKOPF | JIM 320.250.3536

or Eric Gabrielson at Steffes Group, 320.693.9371 or 701.238.2570 Complete terms, lot listings and photos at SteffesGroup.com / Eric Gabrielson MN47-006

FL SELF-LOADING for straw, sawdust etc.

MILLS MFG. 700 HYDRO-PUSH SPDR. w/tandem axle, slop gate, vert. beaters, good shape, $19,500, Spencer, IA. Call 712-363-3701. 10-10-F GEHL 1275 FORAGE HARVESTER w/3R CH, 7-1/2’ HH 7 processor, $12,500/obo. Call 715559-6346. 5-TFN-F 3 PT. POST HOLE DIGGER; factory 4 wheel trailer; alum. Irrigation pipe. Call 320-250-4600.

2-TFN-F MILLENIUM 2000 LIQUID NITROGEN SEMEN TANK, $400. Call 605-376-3297. 17-2-F FARMHAND F89-B GRINDER BLOWER, very good, $3,200. Call 715-797-2104. 14-TFN-F

FEATURES:

• 3-in-1 – The BOBMAN bedding machines scrape the slats, sweep the stalls and spread an even layer of bedding all in only one pass!

• Reduces the time taken to clean out the stalls or the milking cubicles • Can help to reduce somatic cell count & prevent mastitis • Time and labour saving • Save on the amount of bedding materials used • Clean and dry cow resting surface

Wille Construction LLC and Ag Sales & Service

Of¿ce: 563-252-2034 • 24614 Great River Rd. • Garnavillo IA 52049 www.wille-construction.com

Tell the advertisers you saw their ad in the Dairy Star!

WEG 10 HP MOTOR. Call 320-845-4690. 18-1-F PATZ HD BARN CLEANER CHAIN, 16” high ites, 130’ long, nearly new, $9/ft. Call 320630-7559. 18-TFN-F

Trimming commercial and show cattle

AM Bale Wagon TAC 20

We use a hydraulic upright chute for less stress.

“Our two man crew allows us to complete the job in a timely manner with less disruption of your herd’s daily routine.”

Call Dan at

507-272-3447

Call Paul 507-534-2285

New Bale Wagon Deluxe Chutes Call

$4,179

Hauls 20-4x4 or 11-5x5 bales, max cap. 40,000 lbs, HD frame, flotation tires, tandem axle, fast loading, Addl Discounts, financing and delivery options available.

New Style

Steer Feeder

$3,179

YEAR END BLOWOUT!!

Creep Feeder

Spanier Welding and Metal Fabrication

$2,999

Paynesville, MN • 320-243-7552

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PRO-AG Calf Milk Replacer and Dairy/Beef FARMERS Mineral Promotion CO-OP Get your Christmas ham www.proagfarmers.com

◆ Alexandria 1-320-763-5445

◆ Brandon

1-320-524-2285

◆ Browerville 1-320-594-2711

◆ Clarissa

1-218-756-2112

◆ Eagle Bend 1-218-738-2552

◆ GarÀeld

from Pro Ag Farmers Co-op!

• Purchase 10 bags of milk replacer, receive 1/2 ham free!

• Purchase 20 bags of milk replacer, receive two 1/2 hams free!

• Purchase 1,000 lbs. dairy/beef mineral, receive 1/2 ham free!

• Purchase 2,000 lbs. dairy/beef mineral, receive two 1/2 hams free!

1-320-834-2271

◆ Henning

1-218-583-2947

◆ Hoffman

1-320-986-2007

◆ Parkers Prairie

Dairy/Beef Mineral includes Heifer Smart, Free Choice 1440, Wind/Rain All Season, Corn Co-Balancer R1000, Co-Prod Form R1500

◆ Urbank

Promotion runs through December 14, 2019

1-218-338-6051

1-218-267-2401

LIMIT 4 HAMS

Miscellaneous - FOR SALE

NH 520 MANURE SPDR., good, $2,600; 16’ stock trailer, nice, $3,450; ‘97 Mercury Marquis LS w/98K miles, no rust, very clean, $2,975. Call 507276-3285. 18-2-VM

COLLIE CROSS PUPPIES, 9 wks. old, raised on farm, asking $100. Call 218-851-5300. 18-1-F JD 630 DISC, 29’, 21” discs w/JD harrow, $9,950.

Call Dennis 218-573-3172.

15-TFN-F

USED PARLOR EQUIPMENT. Call 651-3995222. 9-TFN-F

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES, (6) males, (3) females, shots, dew clawed, tails docked, born Aug. 16, ready, $300 ea. Samuel Bontrager, 17842 352nd St., Clarissa, MN. 17-3-F

PSI POWER WASHERS, Power Washers Hot/ Cold, Cabinet Parts Washers, Chemicals, Presoaks, Degreasers, Large Parts Inventory Shipped Same Day, On Site Service. Industrial, Commercial, Farm, Sales, Repair, and Rental. “The Guys That Work Great Under Pressure” 1-800-555-1677.

Serving you from 3 locations: West Central MN Region – Pennock, MN Location SW MN Region – Wilmont, MN Location NW IA Region – Harrisburg, SD Location & Wilmont, MN Location SE SD Region – Harrisburg, SD Location. 23-TFN-B ALFA-DELAVAL LATE MODEL BULK TANK, 1,250 gal., complete as new, MN. Call 480-3138460. 5-TFN-F

Patented US 7,810,450 B2

KUHN VT144 TMR, 2 vert. augers, 4 knives ea. auger, great cond. Call Dan 218-849-2143. 17-2-F JD 555 TRACK LOADER, 5600 actual hrs., VG shape. Call 507-450-6115.

18-2-F

BOBMAN SPREADER, SCRAPER, SWEEPER, compact, very maneuverable, includes hydraulic lift, limebox, scraper, brushes. Only Used once!!

Call 330-936-1340. 18-2B

WEAVERLINE 531 ELEC. FEED CART, 672 hrs, new batteries, w/charger, $3,000; Patz elec. bedding chopper, $1,800; 4) DeLaval Milk Master auto take offs, $200 ea. Call 920350-2985. 17-2-F

JD 643 CORN HEAD, exc. cond., $4,500; JD 4 belt PU, nice, $900. Call 320-293-1432. 17-3-F

SWING 11 PARLOR, complete system, backup vacuum pump, come see it in use; also Cow Manager System. Call 320-2939565. 16-4-F

ABRAHAM’S FARM REPAIR r Call us fo & New ts s U ed Par

S. HOULE SR15 ROCK WINDROWER, new cond.; Summers rock picker, used very little, like new cond. Call 218-5874672. 18-TFN-F

OWATONNA STACKER AND STACK MOVER. Call 608-323-3187. 15-4-F

1500 GAL. DARIKOOL BULK TANK w/compressors; 4H blower vac pump, 7-1/2 hp; 5 hp vacuum pump; (4) Boumatic Companion detachers; Mueller pre heater; Complete water ltering system. Call Bob Boltmann 320-510-2815.

17-2-VM

HANSON 24’ SILO UNLOADER, $3,000; 25’ Harvestore unloader, $9,000; Freudenthal freestalls & water beds.

Call 507-951-6509.

16-TFN-F

‘92 4X4 CHEVY PICKUP; ‘97 Dodge 4x4 pickup; also ‘72 Ford 4x4 SD pickup. Call 320-254-8400, leave message. 10-TFN-F

WE CAN REPAIR YOUR SILOS AND UNLOADERS

NH 166 ROW MERGER, in good cond. Call 320-293-5607. 9-TFN-F NH 2R SNAPPER HEAD to t FP230/240 eld chopper, $4,000. Call 608-853-0388. 18-1-F

Meyers Manure Spreader SXI 720

Bill Abraham - Over 20 years experience

3500 gal. or 468 cu ft, 23” duel augers, replaceable paddles; auto oiler

Leave message

Call Paul 507-534-2285

320-864-6821

PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS WANTED Heim Milling Company is looking for hard working Production Assistants - full time - to join our team!

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Sort Gates Scissors Gates Specialized Gating Clean Access Man Walks Request

FREE EQUIPMENT GUIDES on our Entire Product Line!

Agricultural experience / background is preferred!!

Tipped forward in training mode

Call 866-543-5116 sales@sturdybuiltmfg.net

260 S. Muddy Creek Rd. Denver, PA 17517

The full-time position offers competitive wages and benefits that include health insurance, paid vacations and holidays, profit-sharing and 401k, and longevity bonuses.

Come in to fill out an application at 32311 County Rd. 1 • St. Cloud, MN 56303 Or call Bob to discuss the position at 320-251-7033

SR44-1F-RB

We are a family owned, St. Cloud based, regional feed manufacturer and distributor serving a multi-state market.

Looking for people to work in our production plant producing multiple types of products by mixing products, packaging them, and loading / unloading of products into our delivery trucks, warehouse supply area and customer vehicles.

Also looking for person either currently holding valid CDL or willing to obtain CDL. Would perform above production tasks as well as being a back up driver.

Advanced Cow Management Solutions for Robotic Milking

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HELP WANTED

Milking equipment not running as it should?

Let us help!

MECHANIC or SETUP

We can do service and maintenance on all dairy equipment!

FULL BENEFITS 100% Healthcare • Paid vacation and holidays • Uniforms provided

Give us a call to schedule a visit.

Apply in person or email randy@acfarmservice.com

A&C Farm Service, Inc. 412 BUSINESS 23 S | PAYNESVILLE, MN 320-243-3736 • www.acfarmservice.com

1010 Hoeschler Dr. • Sparta, WI 54656

DAIRY EQUIPMENT INC. Celebrating over 35 Years in Business

FAST UNLOADING CAPABILITY

Phone: 608-269-3830 Toll Free: 1-888-863-0227 Email: prestonde@prestonde.com

• Simple push-off design with no chains for fewer moving parts • Poly floor and sides promote self-cleaning to prevent material buildup • Wide, consistent, 25’ to 30’ spread pattern 440 & 540 heaped cu. ft. capacities

2044 & 2054 PROPUSH® BOX SPREADERS

FAST. CONSISTENT. VERSATILE.

• All-new discharge provides more consistent, even spreading • Exclusive twin-auger design eliminates material bridging • Extended and simplified service intervals save time and money • Versatility to handle the widest variety of materials 1000, 1400, 1800 and 2400 gallon capacities • trailer models

SL 1003100 SERIES SERIES PROTWIN® SLINGER® VB SIDE-DISCHARGE SPREADER VARIABLE CHAMBER ROUND BALERS

INVEST IN QUALITY ®

KuhnNorthAmerica.com

Salesmen: Shawn Martin (608) 778-4554 or Joe Ryan (608) 778-2900

4116 Hwy. 80 S. Platteville, WI

Office: (608) 348-9401 or Toll Free: 1(888) BUY-Patz www.steinhartsfarmservice.com

4116 Hwy. 80 S. Platteville, WI

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CHECK OUT THE EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL PATZ DEALERS

Patz V620, 1600 Series Story Sales & Service 800-491-3724

Patz 500, Only 2 in stock!

Wille Construction 563-252-2034

Patz 420, 1200 Series Story Sales & Service 800-491-3724

Patz 500 Story Sales & Service 800-491-3724

Patz V615 , 1200 Series Story Sales & Service 800-491-3724

Patz 500 Story Sales & Service 800-491-3724

Patz 350 Story Sales & Service 800-491-3724

Patz 420 - 2 In Stock!

Wille Construction 563-252-2034

Knight 3142 - $16,500 Wille Construction 563-252-2034

LuckNow 2420 - $8,500 Wille Construction 563-252-2034

Patz 615 Vertical $23,000 Brynsaas Sales & Service 563-382-4484

Knight 3030 horiz. $11,250 Brynsaas Sales & Service 563-382-4484

Patz 420 Vertical $17,000 Brynsaas Sales & Service 563-382-4484

Knight 3042 horiz. - $12,500 Brynsaas Sales & Service 563-382-4484

Patz 950 - IN STOCK Hartung Sales 320-836-2697

Patz 350 Hartung Sales 320-836-2697

Patz 500 Hartung Sales 320-836-2697

G

N COMI IN Patz 615 vert. $27,500 Brynsaas Sales & Service 563-382-4484

Patz 350, 7 yrs. old, new screw - Priced to sell Hobert Sales Inc. 320-286-6284

Used Patz 420 - $19,000 Spieker Service & Repair 605-625-2266

Roorda mixer/feeder wagon w/scale - $5,000 Gorter’s Clay & Dairy Equip.

507-825-3271

Supreme 500 mixer, very nice, 2 yrs. old - Call Hobert Sales Inc. 320-286-6284

New Patz 500 Spieker Service & Repair 605-625-2266

Patz 950 vert. mixer $24,500 Gorter’s Clay & Dairy Equip.

507-825-3271 Patz 9427 bedding chopper, Recond.

(2)

Hobert Sales Inc. 320-286-6284

New Patz V420 - Call Steinhart’s Farm Service Inc. 608-348-9401

‘10 Kuhn Knight, RH conveyor, LH 41’ discharge w/Digistar scale - $19,900 Mid-Central Equipment, Inc. 218-583-2931

Weaverline feed carts, Rebuilt- ready to go Hobert Sales Inc. 320-286-6284

NG COMI SOON (3) Patz 500V Ross Equipment Co. 800-645-7677

Knight 3300 Stationary Ross Equipment Co. 800-645-7677

Patz 615 Ross Equipment Co. 800-645-7677

New Patz V950 - Call New Patz V510 - Call New Patz V620 - Call New Patz V650 - Call Steinhart’s Farm Service Inc. Steinhart’s Farm Service Inc. Steinhart’s Farm Service Inc. Steinhart’s Farm Service Inc. 608-348-9401 608-348-9401 608-348-9401 608-348-9401

(2) Patz 420 Ross Equipment Co. 800-645-7677

New Patz V350 - Call Steinhart’s Farm Service Inc. 608-348-9401